Panasonic DMC-SZ9 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-SZ9
Please read these instructions carefully before using
this product, and save this manual for future use.
More detailed
instructions on
the operation of
this camera are contained in
“Operating Instructions for
advanced features (PDF
format)” in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC
to read it.
VQT4P96
F0113SM0
EB
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
until
2013/03/18
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital
Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for
future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc.
of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the
illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
•Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose
of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
Information for Your Safety
∫Product identification marking
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
•Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
•Use only the recommended accessories.
•Do not remove covers.
•Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
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∫About the battery pack
•Do not heat or expose to flame.
•Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from
our DoC server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15,
22525 Hamburg, Germany
This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3)
This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz WLAN.
CAUTION
•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
•When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or
incinerate.
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∫About the AC adaptor (supplied)
•The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
∫Cautions for Use
•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional).
Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet)
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
•If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,
disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,
turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (supplied)/AC adaptor
(DMW-AC5E: optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit
on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound
may be adversely affected.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
•Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used
Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying
documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and
batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and
used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in
accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/
96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help
to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products
and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste
disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the
items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please
contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to
discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.
In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for
the chemical involved.
Cd
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Contents
Information for Your Safety......................................................................................... 2
Before Use .................................................................................................................... 6
Accessories .................................................................................................................. 7
Names and Functions of Main Parts .......................................................................... 9
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 10
Charging the Battery...................................................................................................11
Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 12
Remote Shooting ....................................................................................................... 14
• Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App” ............................................. 14
• Connecting to a smartphone/tablet..................................................................... 15
• Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)............................... 17
• Playing back pictures in the camera ................................................................... 17
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 18
Installing supplied software ...................................................................................... 19
Specifications ............................................................................................................. 20
Before Use
∫Care of the camera
•Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
•This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.
Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.
∫About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)
•Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of
condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction.
•If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will
disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient
temperature.
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Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change.
1 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or battery
in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 AC Adaptor
Can be used for charging and
playback.
3 USB Connection Cable
4 CD-ROM
•Software
•Operating Instructions for advanced
features
Install on your PC before use.
5 Hand Strap
•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and
SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in
the text.
•The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures on
the built-in memory when you are not
using a card.
•Consult the dealer or your nearest Service
Centre if you lose the supplied accessories.
(You can purchase the accessories
separately.)
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DMW-BCL7E
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Sales and Support Information
Customer Communications Centre
•For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
•For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
•Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays).
•For further support on your product, please visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
•Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Excluding public holidays).
•Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.
•Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
•All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.
•It couldn’t be simpler!
•Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.
Take a browse on our website for further details.
∫Optional Accessories
¢The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Battery Pack DMW-BCL7
AC Adaptor¢DMW-AC5
DC Coupler¢DMW-DCC13
USB Connection Cable DMW-USBC1
AV Cable DMW-AVC1
HDMI micro Cable RP-CHEU15
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
1 Motion picture button
2 Shutter button
3Flash
4 Camera [ON/OFF] button
5 Microphone
6 Self-timer indicator
AF Assist Lamp
7 Zoom lever
8Lens
9 Lens barrel
10 LCD monitor
11 [(] (Playback) button
12 Charging lamp
Wi-Fi®connection lamp
13 Speaker
•Be careful not to cover the speaker
with your finger. Doing so may make
sound difficult to hear.
14 [Wi-Fi] button
15 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when
using the camera to ensure that you
will not drop it.
16 [MODE] button
17 Cursor buttons
18 [DISP.] button
19 [MENU/SET] button
20 [Q.MENU] button/
[ ] (Delete/Cancel) button
21 [HDMI] socket
•Do not connect with any cable other
than an HDMI micro cable
(RP-CHEU15: optional). Doing so
may cause malfunction.
22 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
•This socket is also used when
charging the battery.
23 Tripod mount
•A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm
(0.22 inch) or more may damage this
unit if attached.
24 Card/Battery door
25 DC coupler cover
•When using an AC adaptor
(DMW-AC5E: optional), ensure that
the Panasonic DC coupler
(DMW-DCC13: optional) and AC
adaptor are used.
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AC
adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional).
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Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.
•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
Slide the release lever in the direction
of the arrow and open the card/battery
door.
•Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(DMW-BCL7E).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the
battery orientation, securely insert it
all the way in, and then check that it is
locked by the lever A.
To remove the battery, move the lever
Ain the direction of the arrow.
Card: Push it securely all the way until
you hear a “click” while being careful
about the direction in which you insert
it.
To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the
card out upright.
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.
1:Close the card/battery door.
2:Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
Note
•Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
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Charging the Battery
•The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCL7E.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
• Charge the battery with the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors [10 o C to 30 o C (50 o F to 86 o F)].
Insert the battery to this unit, and then connect this unit to the AC
adaptor A(supplied) or a PC B.
CTo power outlet
DUSB connection cable (supplied)
When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper
connections may cause malfunctions.
•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
•Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
•Do not use the AC adaptor (supplied) or the USB connection cable (supplied) with other
devices.
•Check that this unit is turned off.
∫About the charging lamp (E)
Lit red: Charging.
Off: Charging has completed. (Charging time: Approx. 150 min)
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Sequence of operations
Press camera [ON/OFF] button.
•The clock is not set when the camera
is shipped. Set the date and time
before using the camera.
Press the shutter button
halfway to focus and then
press it fully to take the picture.
∫Recording Motion Pictures
1Start recording by pressing the
motion picture button.
2Stop the recording by pressing the
motion picture button again.
•Maximum time to record motion pictures
continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes
59 seconds.
•Maximum time to record motion pictures
continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes
59 seconds or up to 4 GB.
You can check the recordable time on the
screen. (For [FHD/25p] in [MP4] format,
the file size is large and so the recordable
time will drop below 29 minutes
59 seconds.)
∫Selecting the Recording Mode
Press [MODE] to select the Recording Mode.
¦: Take pictures with automatic settings.
!: Take pictures with your own settings.
: Record while checking the image effect.
: This mode allows you to take panorama pictures.
Û: Take pictures according to scene.
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∫Playing Back Pictures
Press [(].
•Press 2/1to select the picture.
∫Deleting Pictures
Select the picture, and then press [ ].
•Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is
deleted by selecting [Yes].
∫Setting the Menu
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the recording function,
camera settings, and other settings.
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Remote Shooting
You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet.
You need to install “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet.
The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/
tablet to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX.
•The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone/tablet
being used. For compatible devices, see the following support site.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.)
•When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be
incurred depending on the details of your contract.
¢Connecting to this unit with [Wi-Fi Direct] requires Android OS 4.0 or higher and Wi-Fi
Direct™ support.
Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App”
For AndroidTM apps For iOS apps
Version 1.1 or higher
OS Android 2.2~Android 4.2¢iOS 4.3~iOS 6.0
Installation
procedure
1Connect your Android
device to a network.
2Select “Google PlayTM
Store”.
3Enter “Image App” into the
search box.
4Select “Image App” and
install it.
•The icon will be added to
the menu.
1Connect the iOS device to
the network.
2Select “App StoreSM”.
3Enter “Image App” into the
search box.
4Select “Image App” and
install it.
•The icon will be added to
the menu.
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Press [Wi-Fi].
Press 3/4/2/1to select [New Connection],
and then press [MENU/SET].
•When connecting with the setting you used before, you
can select the connection destination from
[History Connection] or [Favorite Connection].
Press 3/4to select [Remote Shooting], and
then press [MENU/SET].
•The information (SSID and password) required for
directly connecting your smartphone/tablet to this unit is
displayed.
•To change the connection method, press [DISP.], and
then select the connection method. For details, refer to
“Changing the connection method”.
Connecting to a smartphone/tablet
Preparations:
•Install the “Image App” in advance. (P14)
On your smartphone/tablet
(The default connection method is set to [Manual Connection].)
On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the
Wi-Fi function.
Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the sceen of
this unit, and then enter the password.
Start “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. (P14)
•When the connection is complete, live images being captured by the camera are
displayed on the smartphone/tablet.
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∫Changing the connection method
•When connecting with [Via Network]
(On the camera)
1Press 3/4to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET].
2Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set.
(On your smartphone/tablet)
3On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function.
4Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set.
5Start “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. (P14)
•When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection]
(On the camera)
1Press 3/4to select [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET].
(On your smartphone/tablet)
2Start “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. (P14)
Connection method Description of settings
[Wi-Fi Direct]
1 Set the device to Wi-Fi DirectTM mode.
2 Press 3/4to select [Wi-Fi Direct] and then press
[MENU/SET].
3 Press 3/4to select the device to connect to, and then
press [MENU/SET].
•Read the operating instructions of your device for details.
[WPS Connection]
[WPS (Push-Button)]
1 Press 3/4to select [WPS (Push-Button)] and then press
[MENU/SET].
2 Set the device to WPS mode.
•You can wait longer for a connection by pressing the [DISP.]
button on this unit.
[WPS (PIN code)]
1 Press 3/4to select [WPS (PIN code)] and then press
[MENU/SET].
2 Enter the PIN code of the device into this unit.
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Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet.
•The recorded images are saved in the camera.
•Motion pictures cannot be recorded.
•Some settings are not available.
•The screen differs depending on the operating system.
Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet.
•You can save pictures on the smartphone/tablet.
•Motion pictures cannot be played back.
•You can send pictures to a WEB service, etc.
•The screen differs depending on the operating system.
Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)
Playing back pictures in the camera
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Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in
“Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
∫For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating
Instructions (supplied).
Click the [Operating Instructions].
Select the desired language and
then click [Operating Instructions]
to install.
ATo return to the install menu.
Double-click the “Operating
Instructions” shortcut icon on the
desktop.
∫When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later,or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to
browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).
•You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from
the following website.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/
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Installing supplied software
•The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software.
–PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8)
–LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP/Vista/7/8)
(This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.)
•Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications.
Check the environment of your PC.
•For details about information such as the operating environment or operating
method, refer to the “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” or
the operating instructions for the respective software programmes.
Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software.
•When you insert the supplied CD-ROM, the install menu will start.
Click on the [Applications] on the install menu.
Click on the [Recommended Installation].
•Proceed with installation according to messages appearing on the screen.
Note
•The software compatible with your PC will be installed.
•“PHOTOfunSTUDIO” and “LoiLoScope” are not compatible with Mac.
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Digital Camera:
Information for your safety
Power Source: DC 5.1 V
Power Consumption: 1.3 W (When recording)
0.9 W (When playing back)
Camera effective
pixels
16,100,000 pixels
Image sensor 1/2.33qMOS sensor, total pixel number 17,500,000 pixels,
Primary colour filter
Lens Optical 10kzoom, fl4.5 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera
equivalent: 25 mm to 250 mm)/F3.1 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele)
Image stabiliser Optical method
Focus range Normal 50 cm (1.6 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet)
(Tele) to ¶
[9kis 2 m (6.6 feet) to ¶]
Macro/
Intelligent auto/
Motion picture
5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet)
(Tele) to ¶
[9kis 2 m (6.6 feet) to ¶]
Scene Mode There may be differences in the above
settings.
Shutter system Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter
Minimum
Illumination
Approx. 10 lx (when i-low light is used, the shutter speed is
1/25th of a second)
Shutter speed 4 seconds to 1/1600th of a second
[Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds
Exposure (AE) Auto (Programme AE)
Metering mode Multiple
LCD monitor 3.0qTFT LCD (4:3)
(Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Monaural
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