Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ38 User manual

Basic
Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ38
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Please also refer to Operating
Instructions (PDF format)
recorded on the CD-ROM
containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
You can learn about advanced operation methods
and check the Troubleshooting.
VQT2E88
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EB
until
2009/7/15
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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
∫About the battery pack
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND
SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate.
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Caution for AC mains lead
For your safety, please read the following
text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced
please ensure that the replacement fuse
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ïor the BSI
mark Ìon the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse
cover you must ensure that it is refitted
when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED
OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-
AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please
observe the wiring code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified
electrician.
∫IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER
WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL
WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL ÓOR
COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-
KEEP DRY.
∫Before use
Remove the connector cover.
∫How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to
the type of AC mains plug (figures A and
B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC
mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach
the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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∫About the battery charger
• The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical
outlet.
∫Cautions for Use
• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.
• Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
• Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30; optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the camera may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and 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 the
camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.
• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning
properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC7E;
optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.
Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may
be adversely affected.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION
VENTS.
• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS,
TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON
THE UNIT.
• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
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∫Care of the camera
• Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to
strong pressure.
The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD
monitor or the external case may be damaged.
• Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow
liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc.
• Retract the lens before carrying the camera or playing back pictures.
• Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to
malfunction.
– Places with a lot of sand or dust.
– Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as when using it on a rainy day
or on a beach.
• This camera is not waterproof. If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry
cloth to wipe the camera body carefully.
If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the
camera or the repair service centre.
∫About Condensation (When the lens or the Viewfinder 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.
∫About cards that can be used in this unit
You can use an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card.
• When the term card is used in these operating instructions this refers to the following types of
Memory Cards.
– SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
– SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)
More specific information about memory cards that can be used with this unit.
• You can only use an SDHC Memory Card if using cards with 4 GB or
more capacity.
• A 4 GB (or more) Memory Card without an SDHC logo is not based on
the SD Standard and will not work in this product.
Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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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
Accessories .............................................. 8
Names of the Components ....................... 9
Preparation
Charging the Battery...............................12
• Approximate operating time and
number of recordable pictures.......... 13
Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery .............................. 15
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................ 16
• Changing the clock setting................ 16
Setting the Menu..................................... 17
• Setting menu items ........................... 17
Basic
Selecting the [REC] Mode ...................... 19
Taking pictures using the automatic
function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)...................... 21
• Scene detection ................................ 22
• AF Tracking Function........................ 22
Taking pictures with your favourite
settings
(³: Programme AE Mode) ..................... 23
• Focusing ........................................... 23
Recording Motion Picture ....................... 24
Playing back Pictures
([NORMAL PLAY]).................................. 26
Deleting Pictures..................................... 27
• To delete a single picture.................. 27
• To delete multiple pictures
(up to 50) or all the pictures.............. 27
Others
Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format) ........................................... 28
Specifications.......................................... 29
Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
•For customers within the UK:
0844 844 3852
•For customers within the Republic of
Ireland: 01 289 8333
•Visit our website for product information
•E-mail: [e-mail]
Technical Support for AV Software
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869
• For customers within the Republic of Ireland:
01 289 8333
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• For customers: 0844 844 3856
•Order accessory and consumable items for
your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Care Centre
Monday – Thursday 9.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.,
Friday 9.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.
(Excluding public holidays)
•Or go on line through our Internet Accessory
ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk.
•Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
•All enquiries transactions and distribution
facilities are provided directly by Panasonic
UK Ltd.
•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.
Interested in purchasing an extended
guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website
www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.
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Before Use
Before Use
Accessories
Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change.
1BatteryPack
(Indicated as battery pack or battery in
the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or charger
in the text)
3 AC Mains Lead
4 USB Connection Cable
5AVCable
6 CD-ROM
•Software:
Use it to install the software to your PC.
7 CD-ROM
•Operating Instructions
8 Shoulder Strap
9 Lens Cap/Lens Cap String
10 Lens Hood
11 Hood Adaptor
•SD Memory Card and SDHC 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.)
∫Optional Accessories
•Battery Pack: CGR-S006E
•AC Adaptor: DMW-AC7EB
•PL Filter/MC Protector/ND Filter:
DMW-LPL46/DMW-LMC46/DMW-LND46
•Tele Conversion Lens¢: DMW-LT55
•Close-up Lens¢: DMW-LC55
•Lens Adapter: DMW-LA3
•HDMI mini cable:
RP-CDHM15/RP-CDHM30
•SDHC Memory Card:
32 GB: RP-SDW32GE1K
16 GB: RP-SDW16GE1K/RP-SDP16GE1K
12 GB: RP-SDP12GE1K
8 GB: RP-SDW08GE1K/RP-SDP08GE1K/
RP-SDR08GE1A
4 GB: RP-SDW04GE1K/RP-SDP04GE1K/
RP-SDR04GE1A
•SD Memory Card:
2 GB: RP-SDP02GE1K/RP-SDR02GE1A
•CardBus PC Card Adapter:
BN-SDPC3E
¢The lens adaptor (DMW-LA3; optional) is
necessary to attach a tele conversion lens or
close-up lens.
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
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K1HA14AD0001 K1HA14CD0001
VYK2U93
CGR-S006E
VYQ4122 VYQ4124
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Before Use
Names of the Components
1Lens
2Flash
3 Self-timer indicator
AF assist lamp
4 Flash open button
5 Diopter adjustment dial
6 Viewfinder
7 Speaker
8 Motion picture button
9 [AF/AE LOCK] button
10 Joystick
The joystick is operated in two different ways: it can be moved in the up, down, left
and right directions to perform an operation, or it can be pressed to select. In these
operating instructions, it is pictured as shown in the figure below or described with
3/4/2/1.
Example: When the joystick is moved
toward 2(left)
Place your finger on the right side of the
joystick, and move the joystick toward
the left.
or Move 2
Push the joystick straight in.
or Press
123
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11 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
12 LCD monitor
13 [EVF/LCD] button
14 [DISPLAY] button
15 Delete button/
Single or Burst Mode button
16 [MENU/SET] button
17 Cursor buttons
18 Stereo microphone
19 Zoom lever
20 Shutter button
21 [FOCUS] button
22 Mode dial
23 Camera ON/OFF switch
24 Power lamp
25 [AF/AF#/MF] button
2/ Self-timer button
4/ Function button
Assign [REC] Mode menu to 4button. It is convenient to register [REC] Mode
menu that is used often.
[REVIEW]/[SENSITIVITY]/[WHITE BALANCE]/[METERING MODE]/[AF MODE]/
[I.EXPOSURE]
1/ Flash setting button
3/ Exposure compensation/
Auto Bracket/Colour Bracket/Flash output adjustment
In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the
figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.
e.g.: When you press the 4(down) button
or Press 4
CUST
M
21
19 20
22 2423 25
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26 Shoulder strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when
using the camera to ensure that you will
not drop it.
27 [HDMI] socket
28 [DC IN] socket
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AC
adaptor (DMW-AC7E; optional).
•This camera cannot charge the battery
even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC7E;
optional) is connected to it.
29 Terminal door
30 [DIGITAL/AV OUT] socket
31 Tripod receptacle
•When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod
is stable when the camera is attached to it.
32 Card/Battery door
33 Lens barrel
26
27
28
29
30
31 32
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Preparation
Preparation
Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is CGR-S006E.
•Use the dedicated charger and battery. The quality, performance and safety of third party
batteries other than those that are genuine are not guaranteed.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
•Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF). (The battery
temperature should also be the same.)
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Attach the battery with
attention to the direction of the
battery.
Connect the AC mains lead.
•The AC mains lead does not fit entirely
into the AC input terminal. A gap will
remain as shown on the right.
•Charging starts when the [CHARGE]
indicator Alights green.
•Charging is complete when the
[CHARGE] indicator Aturns off.
Detach the battery after
charging is completed.
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Preparation
∫Charging
•The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long
time may be longer than normal.
Note
•After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical
outlet.
•The battery may be warm after use, during charging, immediately after charging etc. The
camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
•The battery will become discharged if left for a long period of time after being charged.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the
resulting heat generated.
∫Recording still pictures (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder)
Charging time Approx. 120 min
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
Number of recordable
pictures Approx. 470 pictures (By CIPA standard in Programme
AE Mode)
Recording time Approx. 235 min
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Preparation
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
•Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.
•Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
•Using the supplied battery.
•Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer
function is set to [AUTO].)
•Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
•Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.
•Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery
decreases.
The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures
decreases.
[e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures
decreases to about 117.]
∫Playback (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder)
Playback time Approx. 480 min
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Preparation
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the
Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.
•Close the flash.
•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
Slide the card/battery door to open it.
•Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(CGR-S006E).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the
quality of this product.
Battery: Insert until it is locked by
the lever Abeing careful about the
direction you insert it. Pull the lever
Ain the direction of the arrow to
remove the battery.
Card: Push it fully until it clicks
being careful about the direction
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.
•The card may be damaged if it is not fully
inserted.
1:Close the card/battery door.
2:Slide the card/battery door to the end
and then close it firmly.
•If the card/battery door cannot be completely
closed, remove the card, check its direction and
then insert it again.
B
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Preparation
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
•The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Turn the camera on.
•The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message
appears. (This message does not appear in
[PLAYBACK] Mode.)
A[MENU/SET] button
BCursor buttons
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 2/1to select the items (year, month,
day, hour, minute, display sequence or time
display format), and press 3/4to set.
‚: Cancel without setting the clock.
Press [MENU/SET] to set.
•After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on,
switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were
performed.
•When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to complete the settings without the clock having
been set, set the clock correctly by following the “Changing the clock setting”procedure
below.
Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1.
•It can be changed in steps 3and 4to set the clock.
•Once a charged battery has been installed for 24 hours, the clock setting is maintained
for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Changing the clock setting
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Preparation
Setting the Menu
This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximise
your picture taking experience.
In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s
clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
This section describes how to select the Programme AE Mode settings, and the same
setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well.
Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Programme AE Mode
•3/4/2/1in the steps can be operated with the joystick too.
Turn the camera on.
A[MENU/SET] button
B[REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
CMode dial
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!].
•When selecting the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu
settings, set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
to [(], and proceed to step 4.
Set the mode dial to [ ].
Setting menu items
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.
•You can switch menu screens from any menu item by
rotating the zoom lever.
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Preparation
Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Switching to the [SETUP] menu
1Press 2.
2Press 4to select the [SETUP]
menu icon [ ].
3Press 1.
•Select a menu item next and set it.
Press 3/4to select [AF MODE].
•Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4to
move to the second screen.
Press 1.
•Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it
may be displayed in a different way.
Press 3/4to select [š].
Press [MENU/SET] to set.
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Basic
Mode switching
Basic
Selecting the [REC] Mode
Turn the camera on.
A[REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
•The power lamp 2lights when you turn this
unit on 1.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK]
selector switch to [!].
Switching the mode by rotating
the mode dial.
Align a desired mode with part B.
•Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely
to adjust to each mode. (The mode dial
rotates 360 o)
∫Basic
Intelligent auto mode
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Programme AE mode
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
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Basic
∫Advanced
∫Advanced Scene Mode
Aperture-priority AE mode
The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
Shutter-priority AE mode
The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
Manual exposure mode
The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are
manually adjusted.
Creative motion picture mode
Record motion picture with manual settings.
Custom mode
Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.
Scene mode
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
My colour mode
Easily check the colour of light, brightness, and vividness of colour when the picture is
taken.
Portrait mode
Use this mode to take pictures of people.
Scenery mode
Use this mode to take pictures of scenery.
Sports mode
Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc.
Close-up mode
Use this mode to take pictures of a close-by subject.
Night portrait mode
Use this mode to take pictures of night scenes and people against night time scenery.
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