PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-TZ71 (01) PDF MANUAL

Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording:

• Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface

• Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or forcing it into a full bag

• Adding accessories to the camera strap

• Pushing with excessive force on the lens or LCD monitor

The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.

Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material may enter the camera through the lens or openings around buttons. Be especially careful because these conditions may damage the camera, and such damage may not be repairable:

• In extremely dusty or sandy places

• In the rain or by the shore, where the camera may be exposed to water

Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder, dirty, cause mould, or damage the camera.

If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature, the fogging will clear naturally.

Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly.

We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.

Unauthorised use of recordings that contain works with copyright for purposes other than personal use is prohibited under copyright law. Recording of certain material may be restricted even for the purpose of personal use.

The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased.

Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.

Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.

Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card.

• Flash: Used for illumination in dark conditions.

• Self-timer indicator / AF Assist Lamp: Illuminates when the self-timer is set or when the Auto Focus is operated in dark locations.

• Control ring: Allows you to zoom and adjust settings when recording.

• Lens barrel: The main body of the lens.

• Lens: The optical component for capturing images.

• Speaker: For audio output.

• Microphones: For recording audio.

• Mode dial: Used to select the recording mode.

• Shutter button: Used to capture still pictures.

• Zoom lever: Used to zoom in and enlarge a distant subject.

• Motion picture button: Used to record motion pictures.

• Camera [ON/OFF] button: Used to turn the camera on and off.

• Tripod mount: Do not attach this unit to tripods that have screws with a length of 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more. Doing so may damage this unit. It may not be possible to attach certain types of tripods properly.

• Card/Battery door: Open this door to insert and remove a card or battery.

• Release lever: Used to open the card/battery door.

• Viewfinder (LVF): Used to check the view of the subject, especially in bright areas.

• Diopter adjustment dial: Turn the dial to adjust the focus in the viewfinder.

• Eye Sensor: Automatically switches the display to viewfinder when your eye or an object moves close to the viewfinder.

• [LVF] button / [Fn2] button: Used to switch display between viewfinder and LCD monitor, or to operate a registered function.

• Monitor: The LCD screen for viewing images and settings.

• Charging lamp (Red) / Wi-Fi® connection lamp (Blue): The color of the lamp differs depending on the function.

• Strap eyelet: For attaching a hand strap.

• [HDMI] socket: Do not connect any other cables except the HDMI micro cable. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket: This socket is also used when charging the battery.

• [Wi-Fi] antenna: For Wi-Fi connectivity.

• NFC antenna: For Near Field Communication functions.

• Playback button: Use this to select the recording mode or playback mode.

• [Q.MENU/🗑] / [⏎] button: You can display the Quick Menu and erase pictures. You can also use this button to return to the previous screen while a menu is displayed.

• [DISP.] button: Use this to change display.

• [Fn1] button: Use this to use registered functions.

• [MENU/SET] button / Cursor button / Control dial: Used to display menus, enter settings, move cursors, and select setting items.

You can operate the [LVF]/[Fn2] button in two ways, using it either as the [LVF] button or as a function button [Fn2]. You can use this button as the [LVF] button at the time of purchase.

To switch the display:

Press the [LVF] button. The display will switch between automatic switching (between viewfinder and monitor), viewfinder display, and monitor display.

For automatic switching, the eye sensor automatically switches the display to the viewfinder when your eye or an object moves close to it.

The eye sensor may not work correctly depending on the shape of your eyeglasses, the way you hold the camera, or whether the eyepiece and nearby area are exposed to strong light. In this case, press the [LVF] button to switch the display.

During motion picture playback or Slide Show, the eye sensor will not automatically switch the display to the viewfinder.

The sensitivity of the eye sensor can be set using [Eye Sensor] in the [Setup] menu.

1. Select [Eye Sensor] from the [Setup] menu.

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Sensitivity] or [LVF/Monitor Switch] and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select the setting and press [MENU/SET].

Sensitivity settings:

Setting	Description
[HIGH] / [LOW]	Use this setting to set the sensitivity of the eye sensor.

LVF/Monitor Switch settings:

Setting	Description
[LVF/MON AUTO]	Automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor
[LVF]	Viewfinder display
[MON]	Monitor display

After the display is switched using the [LVF] button, the setting of [LVF/Monitor Switch] will also change.

Adjust the diopter to suit your vision so that you can see the Viewfinder clearly.

Turn the diopter adjustment dial to adjust until you are able to clearly see the characters displayed in the viewfinder.

When doing diopter adjustment, align the center of the viewfinder with your eye.

[MENU/SET] button: Use this button to display the menus, enter the settings, etc.

Cursor button: This button is used to move the cursor on the menu screens and for other functions. You can perform the following operations while recording:

• [ Exposure Compensation ] button (▲): Exposure Compensation

• [ Flash ] button (◀): Flash

• [ Drive Mode ] button (▼): Burst, Auto Bracket, Self-timer

• [ Macro/Manual Focus ] button (▶): Macro recording, Manual Focus

Control dial: Turn the dial to select setting items and change setting values.

We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.

Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera.

Always charge before first use! (Battery is shipped uncharged).

Charge the battery while it is in the camera.

Camera status and Charge capability:

Camera status	Charge
Turn off	Yes
Turn on	No

Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

By using the AC adaptor (supplied) when the battery is in the unit and turning on the unit, the unit can be powered from an electrical outlet through the USB connection cable (supplied).

The battery may become drained during recording. If the battery is drained, the unit will turn off. The unit can be powered only if the battery is in it.

Turn off the unit before inserting or removing the AC adaptor (supplied).

To charge the battery, insert it into the camera:

1. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door.

2. Insert the battery all the way. Insert the battery all the way firmly and check that it is locked by lever. Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation.

3. Close the card/battery door and then slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position.

To remove the battery: Move the lever in the card/battery compartment in the direction of the arrow.

To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the screen goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction or may damage the card or recorded data.)

Remove battery from camera after use. Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing it.

We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature).

Make sure that the camera is turned off.

When charging the camera, connect the USB connection cable (supplied) to the [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket.

Charging the battery by connecting the camera to the electrical outlet:

Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and the camera using the USB connection cable (supplied), and plug the AC adaptor into the electrical outlet.

Charging the battery through the computer:

Connect the camera to the USB connector of a computer using the USB connection cable (supplied).

Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug straight to insert or remove it. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the pins could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may cause damage to this unit.

Charging lamp (Red):

• On: Charging in progress

• Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer.)

• Flashing: Charging error

When using the AC adaptor (supplied), the charging time is approximately 170 minutes.

The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are either high or low and when the battery has not been used for a long period of time.

The time required for charging through the computer varies depending on the power supply capacity of the computer.

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). Doing so may cause malfunction of the camera.

Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

Do not use a USB extension cable.

The AC adaptor (supplied) and the USB connection cable (supplied) are dedicated accessories of this camera. Do not use them for other devices.

If there is any trouble related to the electrical outlet (i.e. power failure), charging may not complete properly. Disconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect it to the camera.

If the charging lamp does not light even when the camera is connected to the AC adaptor (supplied) or a computer, check to make sure it is properly connected.

If you try to recharge the battery when it is already fully charged, the charging lamp will light for approximately 15 seconds.

When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed. If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace the battery.

The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions.

For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced:

• In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes.

• When using [Monitor Luminance].

• When operations such as flash and zoom are used repeatedly.

When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [4:3] and [Quality] is set to [Fine], the estimated recording capacity for still pictures is as follows:

Picture Size	Built-in memory	8 GB	32 GB	64 GB
12M	16	1540	6260	12670
5M	29	2620	10620	21490
0.3M	450	40310	162960	247150

When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, “+99999” is displayed.

CIPA is an abbreviation of “Camera & Imaging Products Association”.

• [Program AE] Mode

• Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.

• Using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card.

• Using the supplied battery.

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on (when [Stabilizer] is set to [ON]).

• 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.

Number reduced if intervals are longer (e.g. to approx. one quarter for 2-minute intervals under the above conditions).

When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD]:

[Rec Quality]	8 GB	32 GB	64 GB
[FHD/50p]	37m00s	2h31m00s	5h07m00s
[FHD/50i] / [HD/50p]	1h01m00s	4h10m00s	8h26m00s

When [Rec Format] is [MP4]:

[Rec Quality]	Built-in memory	8 GB	32 GB	64 GB
[FHD/25p]	—	49m00s	3h22m00s	6h50m00s
[HD/25p]	—	1h35m00s	6h27m00s	13h04m00s
[VGA/25p]	2m00s	3h29m00s	14h12m00s	28h46m00s

The time displayed in the table is the total time.

• Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50%RH.

Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen:

• You can continuously record a motion picture in [MP4] for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds or approx. 4 GB. (Since recording in [MP4] with [FHD/25p] creates larger files, the recording time for such motion pictures will be shorter than 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

• You can continuously record [AVCHD] motion pictures for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.

• You can record a motion picture to the built-in memory only in [MP4] using the [VGA] setting.

If available battery power is significantly reduced, the battery is reaching the end of its lifespan. Please purchase a new battery.

Make sure that the camera is turned off.

Inserting the card:

1. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door.

2. Insert the card all the way. Push in until it clicks. (Check orientation of the card.)

3. Close the card/battery door and then slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position.

Removing the card:

Press the center of the card.

Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the screen goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.)

Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory [IN] if not.

Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory.

The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.

The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) can be used:

Type of Card	Capacity	Notes
SD Memory Cards	8 MB – 2 GB	Can be used with devices compatible with the respective formats.
SDHC Memory Cards	4 GB – 32 GB	Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this type of card.
SDXC Memory Cards	48 GB, 64 GB	Use a card of SD Speed “Class 4” or higher for recording motion pictures. Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported.

SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related materials.

While the camera is accessing the card or built-in memory (for an operation such as picture writing, reading, deleting, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, AC adaptor (supplied). Do not subject the camera to vibrations, impact, or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.

Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been formatted with a computer or another device.

If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK”, the card cannot be used to record or delete pictures, and it cannot be formatted.

It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer (as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be damaged).

The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied).

1. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button. The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4.

2. Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed.

3. Press ▲▼ to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. The [Please set the clock] message appears.

4. Press [MENU/SET].

5. Press ◀▶ to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press ▲▼ to set. To cancel, press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

6. Press [MENU/SET] to set.

7. Press [MENU/SET]. To cancel, press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

8. When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET].

9. Press ◀▶ to set your home area and press [MENU/SET].

If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo studio to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or [Text Stamp].

If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera.

Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu to change the current time settings.

Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after the battery is removed, provided a fully charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hours beforehand.

1. Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu.

2. Set the date and time (Perform steps 5-6 from the initial clock setting instructions).

1. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn on the camera.

2. Set to the desired recording mode. Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use.

Mode	Description
[Intelligent Auto] Mode	Take pictures with automatic settings.
[Program AE] Mode	Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings.
[Aperture-Priority] Mode	Determine aperture, then record pictures.
[Shutter-Priority] Mode	Determine shutter speed, then record pictures.
[Manual Exposure] Mode	Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record pictures.
[Custom] Mode	Record pictures using pre-registered settings.
[Panorama Shot] Mode	Record panorama pictures.
[Scene Mode]	This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
[Creative Control] Mode	Take pictures by selecting your preferred picture effect.

3. Aim the camera and shoot.

Taking still pictures:

Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.

Recording motion pictures:

Press the motion picture button to start recording. Press the motion picture button again to end recording.

Holding the camera:

To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart.

Do not touch the lens.

Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures.

Make sure that the camera does not move at the moment the shutter button is pressed.

We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.

4. Play back pictures. Press the Playback button. Press ◀▶ or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed.

Viewing motion pictures:

Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press ▲.

5. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn off the camera.

The “Control Ring/Control Dial” is an easy and convenient way to adjust several settings, depending on the camera mode selected. You can use the control ring (A)/control dial (B) to change the settings of the unit.

Items that can be set by the control ring/control dial vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings:

Recording mode	Control ring*1	Control dial
[Intelligent Auto] Mode	Step Zoom
[Program AE] Mode		Programme Shift
[Aperture-Priority] Mode		Aperture adjustment
[Shutter-Priority] Mode		Shutter speed adjustment
[Manual Exposure] Mode	Aperture adjustment	Shutter speed adjustment*2
[Panorama Shot] Mode		Picture effects change
[Scene Mode]		Scene change
[Creative Control] Mode		Picture effects change

*1 When Manual Focus is set, the control ring is assigned to focus adjustment.

*2 Press ▲ to switch between aperture adjustment and shutter speed adjustment.

The control ring/control dial can be used to change to your preferred settings.

During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them.

1. Press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

2. Press ◀▶ to select menu items. The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.

3. Turn the control ring or control dial to change the setting.

4. Press [MENU/SET].

This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment.

1. Set the mode dial to [ Intelligent Auto ] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode).

2. Take a picture. Press halfway (press lightly to focus). Press fully (press the button all the way to record).

Using flash:

Press [ Flash ] button (◀) to select [ Flash Mode ] or [ Forced Flash Off ].

Type, operations	Uses
[Auto]	Automatically judges when to use flash.	Normal use
[Auto/Red-Eye]	Automatically judges when to use flash (reduces red-eye).	Taking pictures of subjects in dark places.
[Forced Flash On]	Always uses flash.	Taking pictures with backlight or under bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent).
[Slow Sync./Red-Eye]	Automatically judges when to use flash (reduces red-eye; slow shutter speed to take brighter pictures).	Taking pictures of subjects against a nightscape (tripod recommended).
[Forced Flash Off]	Never uses flash.	Places where flash use is prohibited.

When [ Flash Mode ] is selected, the setting switches to [ Flash Mode ], [ Auto/Red-Eye ], [ Forced Flash On ], or [ Slow Sync./Red-Eye ] according to the subject and brightness.

When [ Auto/Red-Eye ] or [ Slow Sync./Red-Eye ] is displayed, the [Red-Eye Removal] function is activated to automatically detect red-eye and correct the picture data.

When [ Forced Flash On ] or [ Slow Sync./Red-Eye ] is selected, the shutter speed is reduced.

Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically.

When taking pictures:

Scene Detected	Icon
i-Portrait	[Portrait]
i-Night Portrait	[Night Portrait]*2 (Only when [i-Portrait] is selected)
i-Baby	[Baby]*1
i-Scenery	[Scenery]
i-Night Scenery	[Night Scenery]*2
i-Sunset	[Sunset]
i-Handheld Night Shot	[Handheld Night Shot]*3
i-Food	[Food]
i-Macro	[Macro]
No Scene Detected	When scene does not correspond to any of the above

*1 When children (that are registered in the camera with Face Recognition) under 3 years old are recognised.

*2 We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

*3 When [iHandheld Night Shot] is [ON].

When recording motion pictures:

Scene Detected	Icon
i-Portrait	[Portrait]
i-Low Light	[Low Light]*4
i-Scenery	[Scenery]
i-Macro	[Macro]
No Scene Detected	When scene does not correspond to any of the above

*4 [i-Low Light] will be selected for nightscapes and other dark scenes.

Depending on recording conditions, different scene types may be determined for the same subject.

If the desired scene type is not selected, we recommend manually selecting the appropriate Scene Mode.

When [i-Portrait], [i-Baby] or [i-Pet] is detected, Face Detection is activated, and the focus and exposure are adjusted for the recognised faces.

About Backlight Compensation: Backlight compensation is automatically activated in [Intelligent Auto] mode. Backlight is a condition where a light shines from behind a subject. When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. When the camera detects backlight, [ Backlight ] is displayed on the screen (depending on the backlighting conditions, backlighting may not be detected correctly).

You can also use [Intelligent Auto] Mode to adjust background defocusing easily, as with in [Aperture-Priority] mode.

1. Press ▲.

2. Turn the control ring or control dial to adjust background defocusing.

Defocus background condition	Setting
Defocus the background	◀▶
Focus the background	◀▶

[AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment.

You can also make adjustments with ◀▶.

To return to automatic adjustment, press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

3. Press [MENU/SET].

When you record motion pictures, the camera performs aperture control within the appropriate exposure range, and the background defocusing may not change for some subject brightness.

If the camera is turned off or the recording mode is changed, the background defocusing setting returns to [AUTO].

You can use [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode to adjust brightness and colouring.

[Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimize the blur of the subject. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.

Settings:

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Press ▲▼ to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Press ▲▼ to select [Motion Deblur] and press [MENU/SET].

4. Press ▲▼ to select either [ON] or [OFF] and press [MENU/SET].

When [Motion Deblur] is set to [ON], [ Motion Deblur ] appears on the screen.

The subject may be recorded in a picture size smaller than the number of pixels that has been set.

If a night scene is detected automatically while the unit is being handheld, [iHandheld Night Shot] can record a still picture with less jitter and less noise without using a tripod by combining a burst of pictures. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.

Settings:

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Press ▲▼ to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Press ▲▼ to select [iHandheld Night Shot] and press [MENU/SET].

4. Press ▲▼ to select either [ON] or [OFF] and press [MENU/SET].

When the camera is fixed in place on a tripod or by other means, [iHandheld Night Shot] will not be identified.

The angle of view becomes narrow slightly.

When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.

Settings:

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Press ▲▼ to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Press ▲▼ to select [iHDR] and press [MENU/SET].

4. Press ▲▼ to select either [ON] or [OFF] and press [MENU/SET].

This function is automatically activated only when [ iHDR ] is displayed on the screen.

In the case that a single picture is going to be composed from a burst, a message indicating that multiple pictures are to be recorded appears on the screen and burst recording is carried out. Note that burst recording will not take place if the camera determines that it can compensate for the difference in contrast without composing the picture from a burst.

The camera does not combine pictures in the following cases:

• When the zoom ratio exceeds the maximum optical zoom ratio

• [Burst] mode

• When the flash fires

In the case of composition from a burst, afterimages may appear if the subject was moving.

This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving.

1. Press ◀▶ to set [AF Mode] to AF Tracking. To cancel AF Tracking, press ◀.

2. Align the AF Tracking frame with the subject and press the shutter button halfway to lock. To cancel AF Lock, press [MENU/SET].

The optimal scene for the AF locked subject is automatically identified.

Face Recognition will be inactive while using AF Tracking.

Under certain recording conditions, such as when the subject is small or when it is dark, [AF Tracking] may not operate correctly.

When [Intelligent Auto Plus] (iA+) Mode is selected, you can easily adjust the brightness and colouring, in addition to the background defocusing, without compromising the user-friendly operation of the [Intelligent Auto] Mode.

Use the [iA MODE] menu to switch the mode.

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [iA MODE] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ◀▶ to select [Intelligent Auto Plus] and press [MENU/SET].

1. Press ▲.

2. Press ▲▼ to select an item to adjust.

• Adjusts brightness.

• Adjusts background defocusing.

• Adjusts colouring.

[AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment.

3. Turn the control ring or control dial to adjust.

Item	Setting
Brightness	Underexposure (dark) ◀▶ Overexposure (bright)
Defocus background condition	Defocus the background ◀▶ Focus the background
Colouring	Warm colours ◀▶ Cool colours

You can also make adjustments with ◀▶.

To return to automatic adjustment, press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

4. Press [MENU/SET].

When you record motion pictures, the camera performs aperture control within the appropriate exposure range, and the background defocusing may not change for some subject brightness levels.

If the camera is turned off or the recording mode is changed, the background defocusing and colouring settings return to [AUTO].

When you set [Exposure Comp. Reset] to [ON] in the [Setup] menu, the brightness setting returns to [AUTO] if you turn off the camera or change the recording mode.

The settings for the following items are different from other recording modes:

• [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu

• [Beep] on the [Setup] menu ([Beep Level] and [Shutter Vol.] only)

The settings for the following functions are fixed:

[Setup] menu:

• [Fn Button Set]: [Composition Guide] ([Fn1]), [LVF/Monitor Switch] ([Fn2])

• [Auto Power Off]: [5MIN.]

• [Auto Review]: [2SEC]

[Rec] menu:

• [Quality]: [ Fine ] ([Fine])

• [White Balance]: [AWB]

• [Quick AF]: [ON]

• [i.Exposure]: [ON]

• [AF Assist Lamp]: [ON]

• [Stabilizer]: [ON]

• [Sensitivity]: [ ISO ]

• [AF Mode]: [ Face Detection ] ([Face Detection]), [ Multi area focus ] (23-area-focusing) when face cannot be recognised

• [Metering Mode]: [ Multi metering ] ([Multi Metering])

• [i.Resolution]: [ON]

• [i.Zoom]: [ON]

• [Red-Eye Removal]: [ON]

[Motion Picture] menu:

• [Continuous AF]: [ON]

• [Level Shot]: [ON]

• [Wind Cut]: [AUTO]

The following functions cannot be used:

• [Histogram]

• [Video Rec Area]

• [Exposure Comp.]

• [Auto Bracket]

• [WB Adjust.]

• [Min. Shtr Speed]

• [Digital Zoom]

Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment.

1. Set mode dial to [P] ([Program AE] Mode).

2. Take a picture. Press halfway (press lightly to focus). Press fully (press the button all the way to record).

If a warning is displayed about jitter, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Self Timer].

If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you do not have appropriate exposure. You should either use the flash, change [Sensitivity] settings or set [Min. Shtr Speed] to a slower speed.

The function for maintaining the same exposure (brightness) while changing the shutter speed and aperture value combination is called “Programme Shift”. You can use “Programme Shift” to take pictures by adjusting the shutter speed and aperture value even in [Program AE] Mode.

1. Press the shutter button halfway. The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in yellow on the screen.

2. While the numeric values are being displayed in yellow (approximately 10 seconds), turn the control ring or control dial to select the combination of shutter speed and aperture value.

[ Programme Shift ] is displayed during Programme Shift (while the combination of a shutter speed and aperture value is being changed).

To cancel Programme Shift, turn the control ring or control dial until [ Programme Shift ] (Programme Shift indication) disappears.

When the camera is turned off, Programme Shift is cancelled.

Programme Shift is cancelled if more than 10 seconds pass after Programme Shift is activated. However, the Programme Shift setting is memorised.

Depending on the brightness of the subject, Programme Shift may not be activated.

Programme Shift cannot be used in the following cases:

• When recording motion pictures

• When [Sensitivity] is set to [ ISO ]

When [AF Mode] is set to [ 1 area focus ] (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the center of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the center, follow the steps below.

1. Adjust focus according to subject:

Align the AF area with the subject. Hold down halfway.

2. Return to desired composition. Press fully.

Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult:

• Fast-moving or extremely bright objects, or objects with no colour contrast.

• Taking pictures through glass or near objects emitting light.

• In the dark, or with significant jitter.

• When too close to object or when taking pictures of both distant and close objects together in the same picture.

The focus display flashes and beep sounds when focus is not aligned. Use the focus range displayed in red as a reference.

Even if the focus display is lit, the camera may be unable to bring the subject into focus if it is out of range.

The AF area display may be larger depending on recording conditions such as dark locations or zoom ratio.

The quality of the picture display may be lower during Auto Focus.

You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo).

You can record a motion picture to the built-in memory only in [MP4] using the [VGA] setting.

1. Press the motion picture button to start recording.

Do not block the microphones when recording motion pictures.

Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it.

You can record motion pictures fitting each recording mode.

You can also use zoom while recording motion pictures. The zoom speed will be slower than normal. The operating sounds of the zoom lever or control ring/control dial may be recorded in some cases.

Still pictures can be taken during motion picture recording.

2. Press the motion picture button again to end recording.

If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, [ Overheating warning ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera.

When using zoom while recording motion pictures, it may take some time to focus.

Depending on the environment when recording motion pictures, the screen may turn black for an instant or noise may be recorded because of static electricity, electromagnetic waves, etc.

The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.

If data is repeatedly recorded and deleted, the total available recording time on the card may be reduced. To restore the original capacity, use the camera to format the card. Be sure to save all important data to your computer or other media before formatting, as all data saved to the card will be erased.

[Stabilizer] functions regardless of the settings before a motion picture is recorded.

The following functions are not available: Extra optical zoom, flash, [Face Recog.], [Rotate Disp.] for pictures taken vertically.

For certain memory cards, recording may end while in progress.

The recording range may become narrower in motion pictures compared to still pictures. Also, if the aspect ratio is different for still pictures and motion pictures, the angle of view will change when starting to record a motion picture. The recordable area is displayed by setting [Video Rec Area] to [ON].

If Extra optical zoom is used before pressing the motion picture button, these settings will be cleared, and the recordable area will be changed significantly.

[Sensitivity] is set automatically while a motion picture is being recorded. Also [ISO Limit Set] is disabled.

Motion pictures cannot be recorded in the following cases:

• [3D Photo Mode] Scene Mode

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Soft Focus], [Star Filter])

• When using [Time Lapse Shot]

It will be recorded in the following categories for certain recording modes. A motion picture recording matching each recording mode will be performed for the ones not listed below.

Selected recording mode	Recording mode while recording motion picture
[Program AE] Mode	Normal motion picture
[Aperture-Priority] Mode	Normal motion picture
[Shutter-Priority] Mode	Normal motion picture
[Manual Exposure] Mode	Normal motion picture
Scene Modes ([Sports], [HDR], [Pet])	Normal motion picture
[Baby] Scene Mode	Portrait Mode
Scene Modes ([Night Portrait], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [Starry Sky])	Low Light Mode

This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats.

AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc.

AVCHD Progressive: The [50p] in [FHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920 x 1080/50p, the highest quality* that complies with the AVCHD standard. Recorded motion pictures can be saved and played back using this unit or “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”. *This means the highest quality for this unit.

MP4: This is a simpler video format best used when extensive editing is needed, or when uploading videos to WEB services.

Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with equipment compatible with these formats. Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit.

Motion pictures recorded with [50p] in [FHD] can be played back on equipment that is compatible with AVCHD Progressive.

Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded.

1. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording.

Still pictures can be taken while a motion picture is being recorded.

[Still Picture Size]	Maximum number of pictures
9M	10 pictures
6M	10 pictures
2M	10 pictures

The clicking sound made when the shutter button is operated may be recorded.

When still pictures are recorded during zooming, the zooming may stop.

Using [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] Mode, a still picture may be taken with a slight delay from the time when the shutter button is pressed fully.

Burst function: When the burst function has been set in advance, a burst of still pictures can be recorded during motion picture recording.

When the burst setting is set to [ High Speed Burst ], [ Medium Speed Burst ] or [ Low Speed Burst ], still pictures are automatically recorded using the [ 3 pictures ] setting.

If [ Medium Speed Burst ] is selected while recording motion pictures, the setting is changed to [ 2 pictures/sec ] (Approx. 2 pictures/sec.).

If [ Low Speed Burst ] is selected while recording motion pictures, the setting is changed to [ 5 pictures/sec ] (Approx. 5 pictures/sec.).

Even at the [ Low Speed Burst ] or [ Medium Speed Burst ] setting, the focus is fixed at the first picture.

When you press the shutter button halfway during motion picture recording, the camera will automatically refocus on a subject. This refocus movement is recorded even during motion picture recording. When priority is to be given to the motion picture videos, press the shutter button fully, and record the still pictures. Still pictures can also be created after motion picture recording.

When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the picture size and the number of recordable pictures are displayed.

Still pictures cannot be recorded in the following cases:

• When [Rec Format] is set to [MP4], [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA/25p]

• When recording [High Speed Video]

The flash is set to [ Forced Flash Off ] ([Forced Flash Off]).

Since the electronic shutter is used for recording, the pictures recorded may be distorted.

Compared to normal still picture recording, the picture quality may be coarser.

When [Quality] is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ], or [ RAW ], still pictures are recorded with the [ RAW ] setting in JPEG file format.

When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card. Without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory.

1. Press the Playback button.

By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in playback mode.

2. Press ◀▶ or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed.

When you press and hold ◀, the pictures are displayed one after another.

3. View pictures.

Picture number/Total pictures

With location information

Folder/File number

Ending Playback:

Press the Playback button or the Motion picture button again, or press the shutter button halfway.

It may not be possible to view pictures on this camera that were previously edited on a computer.

When the camera is switched to playback mode, the lens barrel will be retracted after approx. 15 seconds.

This camera is compliant with the unified DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard formulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), and with Exif (Exchangeable image file format). Files that are not DCF-compliant cannot be played back.

1. Move the zoom lever toward T side.

Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.)

To reduce zoom, move the zoom lever toward W side.

To move zoom position, press ▲▼◀▶.

Playback zoom cannot be used during motion picture playback, automatic scrolling playback of panorama pictures or continuous playback.

1. Move the zoom lever toward W side.

Move the zoom lever toward the W side and you can switch the display methods in the following order: 1-picture screen (full-screen) → 12-picture screen → 30-picture screen → Calendar screen. (Move the lever to the T side to return.)

When you select a picture using the cursor button and press [MENU/SET] on the 12-picture or 30-picture screen, the selected picture is displayed on the 1-picture screen (full-screen).

Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.

Pictures displayed with [!] cannot be played back.

1. Move the zoom lever toward W side several times.

2. Use ▲▼◀▶ to select recording date and press [MENU/SET].

Pictures are displayed in Multi Playback (30-picture screen). The cursor will appear on the first picture taken on the selected date.

You can also select the date with the control dial.

Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen. Pictures taken without clock settings are displayed with the date 1st January, 2015.

Pictures taken with destination settings made in [World Time] are displayed in the calendar screen using the appropriate date for the destination’s time zone.

This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats.

1. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press ▲.

Playback now starts.

After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen.

Operations during motion picture playback:

• ▶: Pause/play

• ■: Stop

• ◀◀: Fast rewind (2 steps)/Single-frame rewind (while paused)

• ▶▶: Fast forward (2 steps)/Single-frame forward (while paused)

• [MENU/SET]: Capturing still pictures from motion pictures (while paused)

The fast forward or rewind speed increases if you press ◀◀ or ▶▶ again.

You can also perform these operations with the control dial.

If ▶ is pressed during fast forward or rewind, it will return to normal playback speed.

Volume can be adjusted with the zoom lever.

It may not be possible to properly play back the motion pictures recorded using other cameras.

Some information will not be displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD].

Motion pictures can be viewed on your computer using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the supplied CD-ROM.

Motion pictures recorded with [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] Mode play back at approximately 8x speed.

Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture.

1. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback.

2. Press [MENU/SET].

A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] to save the picture.

Still pictures are saved with [Aspect Ratio] setting of [16:9] and [Picture Size] at 2M.

In the following cases, saved pictures become [4:3], 0.3M:

• MP4 motion pictures with [Rec Quality] of [VGA/25p]

• High-speed motion pictures with [Recording Speed] of [200fps]

The picture quality becomes slightly lower depending on the [Rec Quality] setting of the original motion picture.

It may not be possible to capture still pictures from motion pictures that were recorded with a different camera.

Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.)

However, pictures will not be deleted in the following cases:

• Protected pictures

• Card switch is in “LOCK” position.

• Pictures that are not based on the DCF standard.

1. Press [🗑] button to delete displayed picture.

A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET].

Do not turn off the camera while deleting.

A picture group is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are deleted.)

1. Press [🗑] button while viewing a picture.

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET].

Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

For [Delete Multi]: Use ▲▼◀▶ to select picture and press [DISP.] button. To cancel, press [DISP.] button again. To execute, press [MENU/SET]. Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.

You can select [All Delete Except Favorite] in [Delete All] if there are pictures that have been set as [Favorite].

A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET].

May take time depending on number of pictures deleted.

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Press ◀▶ or turn the control dial to select the [Rec] menu, and press [MENU/SET].

3. Press ▲▼ or turn the control dial to select [AF Mode], and press [MENU/SET].

4. Press ▲▼ or turn the control dial to select a setting, and press [MENU/SET].

5. Press the [Q.MENU/🗑] button repeatedly until the previous screen reappears. The menu closes and the previous screen reappears.

In recording mode, the menu screen can also be exited by pressing the shutter button halfway.

In recording mode:

[Rec]: You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size.

[Motion Picture]: You can select the recording format and picture quality and other settings.

[Setup]: You can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock setting and changing of the beep sounds.

[Wi-Fi]: You can perform settings required to use a Wi-Fi connection and Wi-Fi functions.

In playback mode:

[Playback Mode]: You can choose the playback method to see [Slide Show] or to narrow down the pictures for display, etc.

[Playback]: You can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken.

The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode.

The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.

The following menus are also displayed depending on the recording mode:

• In the [Intelligent Auto] mode: [iA MODE] menu

• In the [Creative Control] mode: [Creative Control] menu

• In the [Scene Mode]: [Scene Mode] menu

• In the [Custom] mode: [Custom] menu

[Clock Set]: Set time, date, and display format.

[World Time]: Set the local time at travel destination.

[Travel Date]: Record the number of days elapsed in your travels.

[Airplane Mode]: Disable the Wi-Fi function.

[Beep]: Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds.

• [Beep Level]: Settings: [ Low Volume ] / [ High Volume ] / [ OFF ]

• [Beep Tone]: Settings: [ Tone 1 ] / [ Tone 2 ] / [ Tone 3 ]

• [Shutter Vol.]: Settings: [ Low Volume ] / [ High Volume ] / [ OFF ]

• [Shutter Tone]: Settings: [ Tone 1 ] / [ Tone 2 ] / [ Tone 3 ]

[Cust.Set Mem.]: Register the current camera settings.

[Fn Button Set]: Register frequently used functions from the [Rec] menu, [Setup] menu or other menus to the function buttons for faster operation.

[Zoom Lever Set]: Switches the zoom lever operation setting.

• [Zoom]: The zoom operates in the normal way.

• [Step Zoom]: Each time zoom is operated, the zoom stops at the position for one of the preset focal lengths.

[Ring/Dial Set]: Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial.

[Live View Mode]: Sets the display speed and picture quality of the screen (Live View screen) when recording pictures using the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

• [30fps]: Picture quality has higher priority over display speed and pictures are displayed at 30 fps.

• [60fps]: Display speed has higher priority over picture quality and pictures are displayed at 60 fps.

[Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder]: Adjust brightness and colour of the LCD monitor or Viewfinder.

[Monitor Luminance]: Make LCD monitor easier to see.

• [Auto Power Monitor]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.

• [Power Monitor]: The brightness becomes higher than usual for easy viewing outdoors.

• [OFF]: —

[Composition Guide]: Selects guideline display and type.

[Guide Line]: Displays guidelines specifically for [Panorama Shot] Mode. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Histogram]: Displays distribution of brightness in picture. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Video Rec Area]: Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Remaining Disp.]: Switch the display between the remaining number of still pictures you can take or the remaining recording time of a motion picture.

• Still Pictures: This will display the number of recordable pictures for still pictures.

• Motion Pictures: This will display the available recording time for motion pictures.

[Lens Resume]: Remember the zoom position when turning the camera off. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[MF Resume]: This unit remembers the focusing position for Manual Focus. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[MF Assist]: Set whether to enlarge the focus point when Manual Focus is used to adjust focus.

[Peaking]: When you perform Manual Focus operation, this function automatically adds colour to the portions of the image that are in focus.

[Economy]: Turn off the camera or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimise battery consumption.

• [Auto Power Off]: Settings: [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF].

• [Monitor Power Save]: Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Auto Review]: Automatically display still pictures immediately after taking them. Settings: [1SEC] / [2SEC] / [HOLD] / [OFF].

[Exposure Comp. Reset]: If the recording mode is changed or the camera is turned off, the exposure compensation (brightness) setting is reset. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Self Timer Auto Off]: The self-timer is cancelled if the unit is turned off. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[No.Reset]: Reset picture file numbers.

[Reset]: Reset to the default settings.

[Reset Wi-Fi Settings]: Returns all [Wi-Fi] menu settings to default settings.

[USB Mode]: Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer or printer with USB connection cable (supplied). Settings: [Select on connection] / [PictBridge(PTP)] / [PC].

[TV Connection]: Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device.

• [Video Out]: Settings: [NTSC] / [PAL].

• [TV Aspect]: Settings: [4:3] / [16:9].

• [3D Playback]: Settings: [3D] / [2D].

[VIERA Link]: Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link-compatible devices. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Rotate Disp.]: Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. Settings: [ON] / [OFF].

[Version Disp.]: Check the camera firmware version or display software information.

[Format]: Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card.

[Language]: Change display language.

Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc.

1. Use ▲▼◀▶ to select characters.

2. Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed.

Text is inserted at the cursor position. To change the character type, press [DISP.] button. Use ▲▼ to select [ Character type ] and press [MENU/SET].

To continue entering characters, use ▲▼ to select [ Continue ] and press [MENU/SET]. Move the zoom lever toward T side. Turn the control dial to the right.

Editing text: Use ▲▼ to select [ Move cursor left ] [ Move cursor right ] and press [MENU/SET]. Then, move the cursor to the text to edit. You can also use the zoom lever or control dial to reposition the cursor. Use ▲▼ to select [ Delete ] and press [MENU/SET]. Use ▲▼ to select the correct text, and then press [MENU/SET].

3. When you are finished entering text, use ▲▼ to select [Set] and press [MENU/SET].

A maximum of 30 characters can be entered (maximum of 9 characters when setting names in [Face Recog.]). A maximum of 15 characters can be entered for [ Year ], [ Month ], [ Day ], [ Hour ], and [ Minute ] (maximum of 6 characters when setting names in [Face Recog.]).

You can also turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings) and the level gauge.

You can switch the display, such as turning off the display of information for a simple display, for example when determining the composition.

1. Press [DISP.] button to change display.

Press the button to switch the display. Press the button until the level gauge is displayed.

Set [Histogram] to display a histogram.

The setting information display does not appear even when you turn the control ring/control dial. (Except in the case of zoom, [Step Zoom], or Manual Focus operation).

By using the viewfinder or LCD monitor to consider the placement of your subject (the composition), you can take more impressive still pictures.

The following guidelines can be used:

Composition name	Guideline	Description
[Rule of Thirds Offset]		This composition creates a more interesting photo by offsetting the subject from the centre.
		This composition creates a more interesting photo by offsetting the flower from the centre.
		This composition creates a more interesting photo by offsetting the person from the centre.
[Diagonal lines]		This composition gives an alternate perspective by realigning the subject along the diagonal lines.
[Tunnel]		This composition is intended to emphasise the depth of long narrow scenes.
[Radiation 1]		This composition adds an expansive perspective to your photo by aligning the subject along the radial lines.
[Radiation 2]
[S-shape]		This composition can enhance your photo by drawing attention to wandering elements of the scene.

How to select guidelines:

1. Press [Fn1] button.

2. Use ▲▼ to select the guideline to display and press [MENU/SET].

You can also select the guideline with the control dial.

Explanations and examples of the composition will be displayed in turn when you press the [DISP.] button.

If the guideline allows horizontal flipping, use ◀▶ to flip.

To turn off guideline display, select [No Guide].

When other functions are registered to the [Fn1] button, select [Composition Guide] from the [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET]. Use ▲▼ to select the guideline to display and press [MENU/SET]. Press the [Q.MENU/🗑] button repeatedly until the previous screen reappears.

Taking still pictures with a guideline:

1. Referring to the guideline, align your subject and press the shutter button.

When pictures are taken in portrait orientation, the guidelines are automatically changed to the portrait orientation.

The guidelines will not appear on the actual still picture.

If you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference.

1. Press [DISP.] button to switch the display.

Press the button to switch the display. Press the button until the level gauge is displayed.

2. Correct camera angle. The yellow line indicates the current angle. Correct the angle of the camera so that it matches the white line.

When the camera is tilted very little or not at all, the level gauge will turn green.

When pictures are taken in portrait orientation, the level gauge is automatically switched to one for portrait orientation.

Even when angle is more or less corrected, there may be an error of about ±1 degree.

When the camera is being moved, the level gauge may not be displayed correctly.

The level gauge may not be displayed correctly or the direction detect function may not operate correctly if the pictures are taken with the camera pointing sharply up or down.

You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom.

1. Move the zoom lever.

Capture a wider area (wide-angle). Enlarge the subject (telephoto).

The zoom speed can be set to one of 2 levels using the angle at which the zoom lever is moved.

The illustration is an example of when using Extra optical zoom, [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom].

If you are not holding the camera while using zoom, such as during self-timer recording, [Time Lapse Shot] recording, or remote recording, the camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends, so be sure to secure the camera in place on a tripod or by other means.

Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.

Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom.

The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates.

The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever is operated – this is not a malfunction.

Zoom types and use: The zoom ratio changes when the picture size is changed.

Optical Zoom: Zooming in up to 30x is possible if pictures without [ EZ ] have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu.

Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases:

• [Macro Zoom]

• [3D Photo Mode] Scene Mode

Extra optical zoom: Zooming in up to 58.6x is possible when pictures with [ EZ ] have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. EZ is short for “Extra optical zoom”.

Extra optical zoom cannot be used in the following cases:

• [Macro Zoom]

• When recording motion pictures

• When the [Burst] setting is set to [ High Speed Burst ] or [ Medium Speed Burst ]

• Scene Modes ([HDR], [High Sens.], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Impressive Art], [Toy Effect])

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ], or [ RAW ]

[i.Zoom]: You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set the [i.Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON].

The camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology is applied to a picture in the zoom range of [i.Zoom].

[i.Zoom] always functions in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Scene Mode] (except [Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [High Sens.], [3D Photo Mode]).

[i.Zoom] does not function in the following cases:

• [Macro Zoom]

• When the [Burst] setting is set to [ High Speed Burst ] or [ Medium Speed Burst ]

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ] or [ RAW ]

• Scene Modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [High Sens.], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Impressive Art], [Toy Effect])

[Digital Zoom]: Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extra optical zoom. When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.Zoom], you can only increase the zoom ratio up to 2x. (DMC-TZ70)

Zoom 2x further than Optical/Extra optical zoom when [i.Zoom] is set to [OFF]. When [i.Zoom] is set to [ON], [Digital Zoom] is cancelled. (DMC-TZ71)

Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality. Set the [Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON].

Digital Zoom cannot be used in the following modes:

• [Intelligent Auto] Mode

• When the [Burst] setting is set to [ High Speed Burst ] or [ Medium Speed Burst ]

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ] or [ RAW ]

• Scene Modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [High Sens.], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Impressive Art], [Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect])

This is fixed to [ON] when [Macro Zoom] is set.

Using the control ring/control dial for zoom operation: You can perform zoom operation by assigning the [Zoom] setting to the control ring/control dial.

The illustration is an example of when using Extra optical zoom, [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom]. The zoom ratio is not displayed.

The illustration is an example of when the control ring is assigned to [Zoom] in [Program AE] Mode.

You can set the zoom operation to allow easy visualisation of the angle of view (picture angle) for the focal length of a regular fixed focal length lens (as with a 35 mm film camera). When using the Step Zoom, you can operate the zoom ratio as easily as changing the camera lens.

If recording in [Intelligent Auto] Mode, you can adjust the [Step Zoom] with the control ring/control dial.

If the setting assigned to the control ring/control dial is [Step Zoom], [Step Zoom] will also be available for use in other modes.

1. Turn the control ring or control dial.

Using the zoom lever for [Step Zoom]: You can use the zoom lever for [Step Zoom] by setting [Zoom Lever Set] to [Step Zoom] in the [Setup] menu.

When using [Step Zoom], the focal length displayed is an estimate. It is based on the [Aspect Ratio] setting of 4:3.

The focal length will change in the following cases:

• When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON]

• When [Burst] is set to [ High Speed Burst ]

• When [Handheld Night Shot] is set in Scene Mode

[Step Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases:

• When recording motion pictures

• [3D Photo Mode] Scene Mode

When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ([ Macro ] ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. Wide).

1. Press [ Macro/Manual Focus ] button (▶).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [AF Macro] ([ Macro ]) and press [MENU/SET].

Cannot be set in the following case: In all Scene Modes except [3D Photo Mode].

Focus range: When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused.

Shortest recording distance: The shortest recording distance is the distance from the lens front to the subject. This distance changes gradually depending on the zoom position.

Zoom	[Focus Mode]
	[AF]	[AF Macro]	[Macro Zoom]
Max. Wide	50 cm (1.6 feet)	3 cm (0.098 feet)	3 cm (0.098 feet)
Max. Tele	200 cm (6.6 feet)	200 cm (6.6 feet)	—

Focus range is displayed when operating the zoom, etc.

It may take some time until distant subjects come into focus.

Using a tripod and [Self Timer] is recommended. Also, when recording a subject that is close to the camera, setting [Flash] to [ Forced Flash Off ] ([Forced Flash Off]) is recommended.

Moving the camera after aligning the focus is likely to result in poorly focused pictures if subject is close to the camera, due to the margin for focus alignment being severely reduced.

Resolution may be reduced around the edges of the picture.

[Macro Zoom]: To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ([ Macro Zoom ]) enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ([ Macro ]).

1. Press [ Macro/Manual Focus ] button (◀).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Macro Zoom] ([ Macro Zoom ]) and press [MENU/SET].

3. Adjust the magnification with the zoom lever. The zoom position is fixed at the Wide end. Focus range is 3 cm (0.098 feet) – ∞.

[ Macro Zoom ] display. Magnification (1x to 3x).

In [Macro Zoom], higher magnification results in lower picture quality.

When [Macro Zoom] is set, Extra optical zoom or [i.Zoom] does not work.

When [AF Tracking] is set, zoom macro is cancelled.

The [Macro Zoom] cannot be set in the following cases:

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Impressive Art], [Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect])

• When the [Burst] setting is set to [ High Speed Burst ] or [ Medium Speed Burst ]

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ] or [ RAW ]

Manual Focus is convenient when you want to lock the focus to take pictures or when it is difficult to adjust focus using Auto Focus.

1. Press [ Macro/Manual Focus ] button (◀).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [MF] and press [MENU/SET].

3. Turn the control ring to adjust focus.

If [Peaking] is set to [ON], colour is added to the portions of the image that are in focus.

After zoom operation, readjust the focus.

The focus range displayed by Manual Focus is a reference value. Confirm the focus on the screen ([MF Assist] screen).

Manual Focus can be performed from the Quick menu even if the control ring settings have been changed.

1 Shot AF: When [1 Shot AF] is registered to a function button, press this button once to temporarily turn on Auto Focus and focus on a subject.

First use [1 Shot AF] to focus on an area close to the subject. This makes it easier to adjust the focus with the control ring.

MF Assist: When [MF Assist] is set to [ON] in the [Setup] menu and you perform the Manual Focus operation, an enlarged display of the MF area (the position to be focused on) appears.

Shortly after you stop operating Manual Focus, the display switches to normal.

To change the position of the MF area:

1. Press [MENU/SET] while MF Assist is displayed.

2. Press ▲▼◀▶ to move the MF area.

To restore the MF area to the initial position, press [DISP.] button.

3. Press [MENU/SET].

Press the function button and then perform the operation from step ③ when the function button is set to [Focus Area Set].

The MF Assist is disabled in the Digital Zoom range or when recording motion pictures.

The MF area position is retained even after the unit is turned off.

The magnification of the enlarged area can be changed by turning the control dial when MF Assist is activated or the MF area is moving.

[Peaking]: If [Peaking] is set to [ON] in the [Setup] menu, colour is added to the portions of the image that are in focus.

To change the [Detect Level] or [Display Color] settings:

1. Select [Peaking] from the [Setup] menu.

2. Use ▲▼ to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select [Detect Level] or [Display Color] and press [MENU/SET].

4. Use ▲▼ to select the setting and press [MENU/SET].

[Detect Level]: The detection level for in-focus portions is set. When [HIGH] is set, portions to be highlighted are reduced, allowing you to achieve a more precise focus. Settings: [HIGH]/[LOW]. The detection level setting does not affect the focus range.

[Display Color]: Sets the highlighting colour used for [Peaking]. The available colour settings differ depending on the setting of [Detect Level]. Changing the [Detect Level] setting also changes the [Display Color] setting as follows:

[Detect Level]	[HIGH]	[LOW]
[Display Color]	[ Light Blue ] (Light blue)	[ Blue ] (Blue)
	[ Yellow ] (Yellow)	[ Orange ] (Orange)
	[ Green ] (Green)	[ White ] (White)

When [Peaking] is set to [ON], [ Peaking High ] ([Detect Level]: [HIGH]) or [ Peaking Low ] ([Detect Level]: [LOW]) will be displayed.

When [Fn Button Set] is set to [Peaking], you can switch the setting in the following order every time the function button is pressed: [ON] ([Detect Level]: [LOW]) → [ON] ([Detect Level]: [HIGH]) → [OFF].

Since portions with clear outlines on the screen are highlighted as in-focus portions, portions to be highlighted vary depending on the recording conditions.

The colour used for highlighting does not affect recorded pictures.

The AF/AE Lock function is convenient, for example, when there is too much contrast with the subject and you cannot get appropriate exposure (AE Lock) or when you want to take a still picture composed with the subject outside the AF area (AF Lock).

Preparation: To execute the AF/AE Lock function, it is necessary to register [AF/AE Lock] to the function button.

1. Align the AF area with the subject.

2. Press the function button to lock the focus and/or exposure. To cancel AF/AE Lock, press the function button.

3. Move the camera to compose the still picture you want to take, and press the shutter button fully. When [AE] is set, press the shutter button halfway to focus, then press it fully.

AF/AE Lock switching: By using [AF/AE Lock] in the recording menu, you can set whether to lock focus and/or exposure.

Setting	Description
[AE]	Locks exposure only. ([AEL] is displayed on the screen.)
[AF]	Locks focus only. ([AFL] is displayed on the screen.)
[AF/AE]	Locks focus and exposure. ([AFL] and [AEL] are displayed on the screen.)

AF Lock only is effective in [Manual Exposure] Mode.

During Manual Focus, only AE Lock can be used.

Lock is cancelled when a zoom operation is performed after locking the exposure and/or focus.

Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright.

1. Press [ Exposure Compensation ] button (▲).

2. Turn the control ring or control dial to select the compensation value and press [MENU/SET].

If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction.

If the picture is too bright, adjust the exposure to the “-” direction.

After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value ([ +1/3 ] for example) is displayed in the bottom-left corner of the screen.

You can also press ◀▶ to make adjustments.

Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases.

If you set [Exposure Comp. Reset] to [ON] in the [Setup] menu, the exposure compensation setting is reset when the camera is turned off or the recording mode is changed.

Cannot be set in [Starry Sky] Scene Mode.

You can adjust the brightness in the following cases:

• [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode

• [Creative Control] Mode

• [Panorama Shot] Mode

Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically. After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard.

1. Press [ Drive Mode ] button (▼).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Auto Bracket] and press [MENU/SET].

To change the compensation margin, press the [DISP.] button and select a compensation margin with ◀▶.

3. Take a picture. Press the shutter button fully to record a burst of 3 pictures while exposure is changed automatically. The first still picture is recorded without compensation, the second still picture is recorded with exposure adjusted in the “-” direction, and the third still picture is recorded with exposure adjusted in the “+” direction.

To cancel [Auto Bracket]:

In step 2, select [ Off Burst ] or [ Off Self-Timer ].

Cannot be used with flash.

[Auto Bracket] cannot be used in the following cases:

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect], [Soft Focus], [Star Filter])

• Scene Modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Starry Sky], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode])

• When using [Time Lapse Shot]

• When recording motion pictures

A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully.

1. Press [ Drive Mode ] button (▼).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Burst] and press [MENU/SET].

To change the burst setting, press the [DISP.] button and select a setting with ▲▼.

Setting	Speed	Description	No. of pictures*2
[ Intelligent Burst ]*1	Approx. 3 – 10 pictures/sec.	The burst speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the movements of people, pets or other subjects. ([Intelligent Burst mode]) When a fast-moving subject is recorded, the frame rate becomes faster and the number of pictures that can be recorded in a series is restricted to about 10.	100
[ Medium Speed Burst ]	Approx. 3 pictures/sec.	The subject is brought into focus as far as this is allowed by the burst speed (excluding [MF]). However, when the burst function is operating during motion picture recording, the focus is fixed to the first picture. The pictures are taken with the burst function while the exposure and White Balance are being adjusted. The burst speed may be reduced under certain recording conditions.	100
[ Low Speed Burst ]	Approx. 6 pictures/sec.	The subject is brought into focus as far as this is allowed by the burst speed (excluding [MF]). However, when the burst function is operating during motion picture recording, the focus is fixed to the first picture. The pictures are taken with the burst function while the exposure and White Balance are being adjusted. The burst speed may be reduced under certain recording conditions.	100
[ Flash Burst ]*2	Complies with recording conditions	The burst of still pictures can be recorded even in low light conditions as the flash is used. ([Flash Burst]) The focus, exposure, and flash level are all fixed to the settings for the first picture.	5

*1 [Intelligent Auto] Mode only

*2 The number of burst pictures is limited by the picture-taking conditions and the type and/or status of the card used.

3. Take a picture. A burst of pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully.

Note on the picture size setting:

[Aspect Ratio]	[ High Speed Burst ]	[ Low Speed Burst ]
[4:3]	5M, 3M, 0.3M	2.5M, 0.3M
[3:2]	4.5M, 2.5M, 0.3M	3M, 0.3M
[16:9]	3.5M, 2M, 0.2M	3.5M, 0.2M
[1:1]	3.5M, 2.5M, 0.2M	2M, 0.2M

To cancel burst: In step 2, select [ Off Burst ] or [ Off Self-Timer ].

Pictures taken with the [ Medium Speed Burst ] or [ Low Speed Burst ] setting are recorded together as a group (picture group).

Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the [ Intelligent Burst ], [ Medium Speed Burst ], [ Low Speed Burst ] or [ Flash Burst ] setting.

Burst speed may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations.

The pictures taken using the burst function at the [ Medium Speed Burst ] or [ Low Speed Burst ] setting may be distorted if the subjects were moving or the camera was moved.

The flash is set to [ Forced Flash Off ] ([Forced Flash Off]). (Excluding [ Flash Burst ] ([Flash Burst]))

Settings will be stored even if the camera is turned off.

The burst function cannot be used in the following cases:

• Scene Modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Starry Sky], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect], [Soft Focus], [Star Filter])

• When using [Time Lapse Shot]

You cannot set to [ High Speed Burst ] or [ Flash Burst ] in the following cases:

• [Intelligent Auto] Mode

• Scene Modes ([Night Portrait], [Night Scenery], [High Sens.])

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ RAW ], [ RAW ] or [ RAW ]

It may take a while to store still pictures that were taken using the burst function. If you continue to record while storing, the number of burst pictures that can be taken will be reduced. A high-speed card is recommended when recording using the burst function.

You cannot use zoom during burst recording.

We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for preventing jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds.

1. Press [ Drive Mode ] button (▼).

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Self Timer] and press [MENU/SET].

To change the time setting, press the [DISP.] button and select a time setting with ▲▼.

3. Take a picture. Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.

To cancel while in operation, press [MENU/SET].

To cancel self-timer: In step 2, select [ Off Burst ] or [ Off Self-Timer ].

When using zoom, the camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to secure the camera in place with a tripod or by other means.

The self-timer is cancelled if the camera is turned off as [Self Timer Auto Off] is set to [ON] at the time of purchase.

After Self-timer indicator stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF Assist Lamp.

This function cannot be used in the following cases:

• [High Speed Video] Scene Mode

• When recording motion pictures

• When using [Time Lapse Shot]

When recording, you can control the aperture value to meet your recording purposes.

Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value.

1. Set mode dial to [A].

2. Turn the control ring or control dial to select the aperture value.

When the aperture value is increased, the range of depth in focus expands, and the picture shows up clearly from the position of the camera to the background. When the aperture value is reduced, the range of depth in focus shrinks, and the background can get blurry.

Aperture values that can be set*1	Shutter speed set (seconds)
F3.3 – F8.0	4*2 – 1/2000

*1 You may not be able to select some values depending on zoom position.

*2 The lower limit of shutter speed differs depending on ISO Sensitivity.

When the picture is too bright or too dark or there is incorrect exposure, the numbers for the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.

LCD monitor or viewfinder brightness may vary from the actual still picture recorded.

When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes.

Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed.

1. Set mode dial to [S].

2. Turn the control ring or control dial to select the shutter speed.

When you increase the shutter speed, you can reduce jitter when recording a subject.

When you decrease the shutter speed, the subject’s movement is shown.

Shutter speeds that can be set (seconds)	Aperture value set
4* – 1/2000	F3.3 – F8.0

* ISO Sensitivity may be changed depending on the shutter speed that you set.

When the picture is too bright or too dark or there is incorrect exposure, the numbers for the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.

LCD monitor or viewfinder brightness may vary from the actual still picture recorded.

Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.

The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure.

1. Set mode dial to [M].

2. Turn the control ring (A) to select the aperture value, and turn the control dial (B) to select the shutter speed.

Aperture values that can be set*1	Shutter speeds that can be set (seconds)
F3.3 – F8.0	4*2 – 1/2000

*1 You may not be able to select some values depending on zoom position.

*2 ISO Sensitivity may be changed depending on the shutter speed that you set.

Manual exposure assist (estimate):

• Shows pictures with standard brightness (appropriate exposure).

• Shows brighter pictures. For the appropriate exposure, either use a faster shutter speed or increase aperture value.

• Shows darker pictures. For the appropriate exposure, either use a slower shutter speed or reduce aperture value.

When the picture is too bright or too dark or there is incorrect exposure, the numbers for the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.

LCD monitor or viewfinder brightness may vary from the actual still picture recorded.

You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the screen.

1. Set mode dial to [ Artistic filter ].

2. Use ▲▼ to select an effect, and then press [MENU/SET].

If you press the [DISP.] button, an explanation of the effect appears.

Changing the selected picture effects:

[Creative Control] menu:

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Creative Control] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select an effect, and then press [MENU/SET].

Control ring/control dial: Turn the control ring or control dial to select the effect.

The flash is set to [ Forced Flash Off ].

The display of a picture reflecting a selected effect in the preview screen or recording screen may differ from the actual recorded pictures.

A setting that was selected in [Creative Control] mode is retained even after the camera is turned off.

Following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected manually: [Sensitivity], [White Balance], [i.Exposure], [Min. Shtr Speed].

Adjusting the brightness, background defocusing condition, setting conditions of a selected effect, etc.:

1. Press ▲.

2. Press ▲▼ to select an item to adjust.

• Adjusts the brightness.

• Adjusts background defocusing.

• Adjusts the setting conditions of the selected effect, etc. (The settings to be adjusted vary depending on the selected effect.)

[AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment.

The items that can be adjusted differ depending on the selected effect.

3. Turn the control ring or control dial to make adjustments.

You can also make adjustments with ◀▶.

To return to automatic adjustment, press [Q.MENU/🗑] button.

4. Press [MENU/SET].

When you record motion pictures, the camera performs aperture control within the appropriate exposure range, and the background defocusing may not change for some subject brightness levels.

[Expressive]: This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Vividness	Subdued colouring ◀▶ Gaudy colouring

[Retro]: This effect gives a faded image.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Colouring	Yellowish colouring ◀▶ Reddish colouring

[Old Days]: This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Contrast	Low contrast ◀▶ High contrast

[High Key]: This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Colouring	Pinkish colouring ◀▶ Light-bluish colouring

[Low Key]: This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Colouring	Reddish colouring ◀▶ Bluish colouring

[Sepia]: This effect creates a sepia image.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Contrast	Low contrast ◀▶ High contrast

[Dynamic Monochrome]: This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Contrast	Low contrast ◀▶ High contrast

[Impressive Art]: This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Vividness	Black & white ◀▶ Gaudy colouring

[High Dynamic]: This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright parts.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Vividness	Black & white ◀▶ Gaudy colouring

[Cross Process]: This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Colouring	Greenish colouring / Bluish colouring / Yellowish colouring / Reddish colouring

[Toy Effect]: This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Colouring	Orangish colour ◀▶ Bluish colouring

[Miniature Effect]: This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Vividness	Subdued colouring ◀▶ Gaudy colouring

Defocusing a picture ([Miniature Effect]):

1. Press [Fn1] button.

2. Press ▲▼ or ◀▶ to move the focusing area (frame).

3. Turn the control dial to select the size of the focusing area (frame).

4. Press [MENU/SET].

When you press [DISP.] button, the initial setting condition is restored.

The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

No audio is recorded for motion pictures.

When a motion picture is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/8th of the actual recorded time period. (If you record a motion picture for 8 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording time will be approximately 1 minute.) The recordable time displayed on the camera is approx. 8x longer than actual time needed for recording. When the recording mode is changed, be sure to check the recordable time.

If you stop recording motion pictures too soon, the camera may continue recording until a certain time. Hold the camera until the camera stops recording.

When you take a picture using a large picture size setting, the screen will become dark for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to signal processing and is not a defect.

[Soft Focus]: This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Degree of defocusing	Slight defocusing ◀▶ Strong defocusing

The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

When you take a picture using a large picture size setting, the screen will become dark for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to signal processing and is not a defect.

[Star Filter]: This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Length of the rays of light	Rays of light is short ◀▶ Rays of light is long

The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

When you take a picture using a large picture size setting, the screen will become dark for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to signal processing and is not a defect.

[One Point Color]: This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness.

Item	Adjustable Settings
Brightness	Underexposure (darker) ◀▶ Overexposure (brighter)
Degree of background defocusing	Defocuses the background ◀▶ The background is in focus as well
Amount of colour retained	Leaves a small amount of colour ◀▶ Leaves a large amount of colour

Selecting colour ([One Point Color]):

1. Press [Fn1] button.

2. Fit the color you want to leave in the frame at the center of the screen, and then press [MENU/SET].

The selected color may not be retained for some subjects.

You can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera towards the direction you want to record, and automatically combining the burst of pictures taken during that time.

The recording direction is set as “left → right” and the picture effect is set to [No Effect] at the time of purchase.

1. Set mode dial to [ Panorama Shot ].

2. Check the recording direction and press [MENU/SET].

If you take pictures “left → right” or “right → left”, a horizontal guide line is displayed.

If you take pictures “up → down” or “down → up”, a vertical guide line is displayed.

Changing the recording direction:

1. Press ▲.

2. Use ▲▼ to select the recording direction and press [MENU/SET].

Changing picture effects:

Turn control ring or control dial to select picture effect.

If the settings assigned to both the control ring and control dial have been changed and the picture effect setting display does not appear.

If you do not want to add picture effects, please select [No Effect].

You cannot select [Toy Effect] or [Miniature Effect].

You can adjust the brightness and setting condition of the selected effect.

3. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

4. Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion to the recording direction to start recording.

Taking pictures from left to right.

Pan the camera so that you make a complete circuit in approx. 8 seconds. Pan the camera at a constant speed. You may not be able to take pictures successfully if you move the camera too quickly or too slowly. Pan the camera in a small circular motion.

5. Press the shutter button fully again to end recording.

You can also end recording if you stop panning the camera while taking pictures.

Tips: Pan the camera in the recording direction as steadily as possible.

If the camera shakes too much, it may not be able to take pictures or may end up creating a narrow (small) panorama picture.

Pan the camera to a point slightly ahead of the point that you want to take. (However, the last frame is not recorded to the end.)

The zoom position is fixed to the W end.

The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the first picture are significantly different from those of the first picture, the Panorama picture as a whole (when all pictures are stitched together) may not have consistent focus and brightness.

The following functions are fixed to the settings indicated below: [Stabilizer]: [OFF], [Date Stamp]: [OFF].

[White Balance] cannot be set when applying picture effects.

Since several pictures are stitched together to create a Panorama picture, some subjects may be distorted or the joining portions of successively taken pictures that are stitched may be noticeable.

The number of recording pixels per horizontal line and vertical line of a Panorama picture varies depending on the recording direction and number of stitched pictures. The maximum number of recording pixels is as follows:

• Taking pictures in landscape orientation: Approx. 8000 x 1080

• Taking pictures in portrait orientation: Approx. 1440 x 8000

Panorama pictures may not be created or pictures may not be recorded properly when taking pictures of the following subjects or when taking pictures in the following recording conditions:

• Subjects that have a continuous monotone or pattern (sky, beach, etc.)

• Moving subjects (person, pet, vehicle, waves, or flowers swaying in the wind, etc.)

• Subjects whose colors or patterns change quickly (such as an image appearing on a display)

• Dark locations

• Locations with a flickering light source (fluorescent lamp, candle light, etc.)

When set to [High Key], the effect may be difficult to see, depending on the brightness of the subject.

When set to [Impressive Art], stitches may stand out.

While recording with [Soft Focus], [Star Filter], you cannot see the effects on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

Settings will be stored even if the camera is turned off.

You can turn off display of guidelines by setting [Guide Line] to [OFF] in the [Setup] menu.

About panorama playback: Panorama pictures can be enlarged by operating the zoom lever the same way as with other still pictures. If you play back panorama pictures in the same way as playing back a motion picture, the panorama pictures are scrolled automatically.

Unlike motion picture playback, you cannot perform fast forward or fast rewind while the panorama pictures are scrolling automatically. (You can perform single-frame forward or rewind while the automatic scrolling operation is paused.)

Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, colouring, etc.) for given scenes.

1. Set mode dial to [SCN].

2. Use ▲▼◀▶ to select the scene and press [MENU/SET].

Changing the selected Scene Mode:

[Scene Mode] menu:

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Scene Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼◀▶ to select the scene and press [MENU/SET].

Control ring/control dial: Turn the control ring or control dial to select the scene.

Selecting a Scene Mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the colouring of your picture.

Following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected manually: [Sensitivity], [Metering Mode], [i.Exposure], [Min. Shtr Speed], [i.Resolution].

[Portrait]: Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions.

Tips: The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and a distant background is selected, the greater the effect will be.

[Soft Skin]: Smoothes skin colours in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).

Tips: The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and a distant background is selected, the greater the effect will be.

[Scenery]: Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.

[Sports]: Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.

Tips: Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away.

Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second.

[Night Portrait]: Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.

Tips: Use flash. Subject should not move. Tripod, self-timer recommended.

Shutter speed may slow down up to 4 seconds.

After recording, the shutter may stay closed (up to 4 seconds) to process the signal. This is not a malfunction.

[Night Scenery]: Takes clear pictures of night scenes.

Tips: Tripod, self-timer recommended.

Shutter speed may slow down up to 4 seconds.

After recording, the shutter may stay closed (up to 4 seconds) to process the signal. This is not a malfunction.

[Handheld Night Shot]: Takes clear still pictures of night scenes with less jitter and less noise by combining a burst of still pictures.

Tips: After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the burst operation. Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away.

Since a burst of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will be a few moments before you will be able to record another picture.

[HDR]: The camera can combine several still pictures taken with different exposures into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. The individual pictures used to create the HDR picture are not saved. You can minimise the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large.

What is HDR?: HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and refers to a technique for expressing a wide contrast range.

Tips: After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the burst operation.

Since a burst of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will be a few moments before you will be able to record another picture.

A subject that was in motion when it was recorded may be recorded as an afterimage.

The camera may take a single still picture instead of several pictures under certain recording conditions.

[Food]: Takes natural-looking pictures of food with the entire image appearing bright, regardless of the ambient light.

[Baby]: This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual.

To record age and name: [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately.

1. Use ▲▼ to select [Age] or [Name] and press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET].

3. Set the birthday and name. Age: Set birthday with ▲▼◀▶, and press [MENU/SET]. Name: (See “Entering Text”).

4. Use ▲▼ to select [Exit] and press [MENU/SET].

Tips: Make sure [Age] and [Name] are [ON] before taking a picture.

Age display format depends on [Language] setting.

Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second.

[Age] and [Name] print setting can be made on your computer using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the supplied CD-ROM. Text may also be stamped onto the still picture using [Text Stamp].

[Pet]: Records pet’s age and name when taking pictures.

[Sunset]: Takes clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.

[High Sens.]: Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.

1. Use ▲▼ to select the aspect ratio, and then press [MENU/SET].

Settings: [4:3] [3M] / [3:2] [2.5M] / [16:9] [2M] / [1:1] [2.5M].

[Starry Sky]: Gives starry skies and dark subjects a clear appearance.

1. Use ▲▼ to select shutter speed, and then press [MENU/SET].

Settings: [15 sec.] / [30 sec.] / [60 sec.].

Tips: Tripod, self-timer recommended.

Do not move the camera until the countdown is finished. After taking the picture, the countdown is displayed again while the signal is processed.

[Stabilizer] does not work.

[Glass Through]: The camera prioritises focusing on distant subjects. Most suitable for taking pictures such as a landscapes through the transparent glass of a train/vehicle or building.

If there are stains such as dust or a reflection on the glass, the camera may focus on the glass instead of a subject.

The colour of pictures may appear unnatural due to the color of the glass. (You may be able to reproduce the appropriate color by adjusting the White Balance.)

[High Speed Video]: Motion pictures are recorded by greatly increasing frames per second, so movement can be displayed in slow motion during playback.

1. Use ▲▼ to select motion picture quality (frame rate), then press [MENU/SET].

fps	Picture size	Rec Format
200fps	VGA 640×480	MP4
100fps	HD 1280×720	MP4

2. Press the motion picture button to start recording.

3. Press the motion picture button again to end recording.

Motion picture recording can also be started or finished by pressing the shutter button.

During playback, the movements of a subject that cannot be seen by the naked eye can be made recognisable by playing back the motion pictures using slow motion.

High-speed motion pictures cannot be recorded in the built-in memory.

No sound is recorded.

Still pictures cannot be recorded while high-speed motion pictures are being recorded.

The settings for the focus, zoom, exposure and White Balance are fixed to the settings specified when recording was started.

[Stabilizer] does not work.

The [AF Mode] is set to [ 1 area focus ] (1-area-focusing).

Flickering or horizontal stripes may appear while recording under fluorescent lighting.

[3D Photo Mode]: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture.

To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This unit will play back in 2D.)

3D still pictures are recorded in MPO format (3D).

The picture size is fixed to 2M [ 16:9 ].

1. Start the recording and then pan the camera horizontally straight from left to right.

A guide is displayed while recording.

Move the camera approximately 10 cm (0.33 feet) within approximately 4 seconds using the guide.

Tips for recording pictures: Record a stationary subject. Record a picture outdoors or in other bright locations. Press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and the exposure, press the shutter button fully, and then pan the camera. Hold the camera so that the subject is slightly to the right of the center on the display at the start of the recording. This makes it easier to position the subject in the center of the recorded picture.

3D still pictures cannot be recorded by holding this camera vertically.

The zoom position is fixed to the W end.

ISO Sensitivity is automatically adjusted. However, ISO Sensitivity is increased to make the shutter speed faster.

Motion pictures cannot be recorded.

[Stabilizer] does not work.

It may be impossible to record pictures under any of the conditions below. Even if pictures are recorded, they may not have a 3D effect or may appear distorted:

• When the subject is too dark or too bright

• When the subject’s brightness changes

• When the subject is moving

• When the subject lacks contrast

Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to [C1] / [C2] allows you to switch quickly to those settings.

Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered.

1. Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc.

2. Select [Cust.Set Mem.] from the [Setup] menu.

3. Use ▲▼ to select custom set for registration and press [MENU/SET].

A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET].

The custom settings registered in [C1] can be used with the [ C1 ] of the mode dial. It will be convenient if the custom setting used often is registered, since it can be used by just setting the mode dial.

The custom settings registered in [C2-1], [C2-2] or [C2-3] can be selected in the [ C2 ] of the mode dial. Up to 3 custom settings can be registered, so select the one matching the needs.

Some menu items are not saved, such as [Clock Set] and [Beep].

[Custom] recording:

Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to [C1] / [C2].

1. Set mode dial to [C1] / [C2] ([Custom] mode).

When set to [C1], the camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in [C1].

When set to [C2], perform steps 2-3 below.

2. Use ▲▼ to select custom set.

Use ▲ and ▶ to confirm the registered settings.

Only the main menu items are displayed.

3. Press [MENU/SET] to enter the settings. The camera switches to the recording mode and settings of the selected custom set.

When changing the menu settings: Even if the menu settings are changed temporarily when [C1], [C2-1], [C2-2] or [C2-3] is selected for using the custom set, the currently registered settings will remain unchanged.

To change the currently registered settings, overwrite the registered data using [Cust.Set Mem.] on the [Setup] menu.

Changing from one [C2] custom setting to another [C2] custom setting ([Custom] menu):

1. Press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [Custom] menu and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select custom set and press [MENU/SET].

Register frequently used functions from the [Rec] menu, [Setup] menu or other menus to the [Fn1] button or [Fn2] button for faster operation.

The [Fn1] button is set to [Composition Guide] and [Fn2] button is set to [LVF/Monitor Switch] at the time of purchase.

How to register:

1. Select [Fn Button Set] from [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select the button to which you want to register a function and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select the function to register and press [MENU/SET].

Function	Description
[LVF/Monitor Switch]	Switches between viewfinder and monitor display.
[1 Shot AF]	Temporarily turns on Auto Focus and focuses on a subject.
[AF Mode]	Changes the Auto Focus mode.
[Quality]	Sets the picture quality.
[Histogram]	Displays distribution of brightness in picture.
[AF/AE Lock]	Locks focus and/or exposure.
[Metering Mode]	Changes the position for measuring brightness.
[Focus Area Set]	Changes the position and size of the AF area.
[Composition Guide]	Selects guideline display and type.
[Peaking]	Adds color to in-focus portions of the image during Manual Focus.

Using registered functions:

1. Press [Fn1] button or [Fn2] button.

The registered function is called.

The function assigned to the [Fn1] button will not work in the following cases:

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Miniature Effect], [One Point Color])

Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial.

1. Select [Ring/Dial Set] from [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET].

2. Use ▲▼ to select [ Control ring ] (control ring) or [ Control dial ] (control dial) and press [MENU/SET].

3. Use ▲▼ to select the setting and press [MENU/SET].

Control ring	Control dial	Description
[DEFLT]	[Default Control]	To return to the default setting, select [Default Control].
[ Zoom ]		Zoom in or out.
[ Step Zoom ]		Zoom in steps.
[ Exposure Compensation ]		Adjust exposure compensation.
[ Aspect Ratio ]		Change the aspect ratio.
[ Sensitivity ]		Change the ISO sensitivity.
[ White Balance ]		Adjust white balance.
[OFF]	[Not Set]	If you do not use the control ring, select [Not Set].

When the settings assigned to both the control ring and control dial have been changed:

Programme Shift cannot be used in [Program AE] Mode.

The following operations can be performed from the Quick menu:

• Aperture adjustment in [Aperture-Priority] mode

• Shutter speed adjustment in [Shutter-Priority] mode

• Aperture and shutter speed adjustment in [Manual Exposure] mode

The assigned function setting applies to all the recording modes.

However, the assigned function may not operate when combined with certain recording mode.

Manual Focus can be performed from the Quick menu even if the control ring settings have been changed.