Panasonic DMC-TZ2, DMC-TZ3 Turn on the power, Set to Bring up the menu, Select Setup menu

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Preparations 5 Using menus

Here is explained an example of changing the ‘POWER SAVE’ setting from ‘5 MIN.’ to ‘2 MIN.’ from SETUP menu.

(‘POWER SAVE’ is a function to extend battery life by automatically turning the camera off if no operations are performed for a certain period.)

Zoom lever

Turn on the power

MENU/SET

SETUP menu

Applicable modes:

REC menu

Applicable modes:

PLAY menu

Applicable modes:

Set to

Bring up the menu

REC menu is displayed.

REC	1/3
W.BALANCE	AWB
SENSITIVITY	AUTO
ASPECT RATIO
PICT.SIZE
QUALITY
SELECT	EXIT

First page of three currently displayed. (Zoom lever can be used to scroll through pages.)

Select SETUP menu

Select

REC1/3

W.BALANCE	AWB
SENSITIVITY	AUTO

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SELECT EXIT

Select

SETUP1/4

CLOCK SET
WORLD TIME
MONITOR	± 0
GUIDE LINE
TRAVEL DATE	OFF

SELECT EXIT

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Contents DMC-TZ3 Information for Your Safety Dear CustomerDeclaration of Conformity Trade Name Following Applies only in the U.S.AFCC Note U.S. only Model NoAbout the battery pack About the battery chargerBattery charger Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Set the mode dial toBattery is not charged 10x optical zoom P.27 Dark places, moving subjects Intelligent ISO P.46On computer With your printerAt digital photo center With DVD recorderContents Index 104 Request for Service Notice For USA Only ReviewTaking/viewing clipboard pictures Clipboard To prevent damage and faults Read firstStandard Accessories Status indicator P.15 DISPLAY/LCD Mode button P.33 Microphone 47, 53DIGITAL/AV OUT socket P.74, 76 DC in socket P.74 Up/down/left/right Selection Connect to charger Preparations 1 Charging batteryFold out pins Plug into electrical outlet Charging light ChargeOpen Lock Preparations 2 Inserting battery and cardSet the camera ON/OFF switch to To remove cardPreparations 3 Setting the clock and language Adjust year, month, date, timeWhile this message is displayed Preparations 4 Know the different menus Making the camera more convenient to use Setup menu P.20Using your pictures Play menu P.64 Changing photography preferences REC menu P.50Turn on the power Select Setup menuSet to Bring up the menu Select the correct item Select this setting FinishMove across to the items Select this itemPreparations 6 Using Setup menu Uses, operations· · ±0 · · +3 Settings, notesDestination / Home OFF / onBeep 1 YES/NO Volume Mute Low High Tone· · LEVEL3 · · LEVEL6 Ntsc / PALTaking pictures Set to Normal Picture modeAdjust the focus Take a pictureChecking remaining battery and memory capacity Adjusting the focusProblems with adjusting focus subject not in center, etc Remaining batteryPicture save destination When in operationRecording picture capacity estimates default settings CardsBasics 2 Taking pictures with zoom Enlarge Tele Restore WideWhat is Extended optical zoom EZ? Zoom typesSet to Adjust the focus Backlight compensation Simple Mode onlyBasics 3 TakingMODE pictures with Simple Setting Display Simple Mode Select desired item MenuSelect desired setting Finish ‘SIMPLE MODE’ menuEnlarge picture 4x/8x Viewing your pictures instantlyDisplay picture While picture is displayed Select ‘YES’Scroll through pictures Viewing your pictures PlaySet to To fast-forward rewindSelect type of deletion Deleting picturesWhile picture is Select ‘YES’ Displayed P.31 Select the pictures to delete RepeatHistogram Display in Playback modeApplications Record Guide linesMakingsee LCD monitor easier to Select modePower LCD Display ‘LCD MODE’Adjust focus Taking pictures with self-timerDisplay ‘SELFTIMER’ Select time duration Simple Mode ‘10SEC.’Applications 4 Taking pictures with flash Display ‘FLASH’ Select the desired typeTypes Available types vary depending on the mode in use Available types in each mode default settingScene Mode Select a value Taking pictures with exposure compensationDisplay ‘EXPOSURE’ Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’Optical image stabilizer Jitter correctionTo view jitter/movement detection demo screen Set to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’ SceneTaking pictures according to Select sceneParty Candle Light Baby PET Portrait Soft SkinScenery Sunset High Sens Starry SKY FireworksScene Scene Uses, functionsTips, notes Main fixed settings Using flash in scene modes P.37Taking pictures according to High SensFlash Forced OFF AF Assist Lamp OFF Sensitivity ISO100 Set to Set to Take a picture P.24Taking close-up pictures of flowers, etc Take a picture P.24Estimated recording time Applications 9 Taking motion picturesSet to Start recording Aspect and picture qualityRecording holiday duration Travel Date Useful features for travelSelect ‘TRAVEL DATE’ from Setup menu P.18 Select ‘SET’ Set departure dateSelect ‘HOME’ Select ‘WORLD TIME’ from Setup menu P.18,20Registering local time at your overseas destination SelectWhite balance fine adjustment excluding ‘AWB’ Using REC menuSetting white balance manually BalanceAspect Ratio Applicable modes SettingsSensitivity SensitivityPICT.MODE PICT.SIZEAspect Ratio Audio REC Metering ModeQuality OFFBurst AF ModeApplicable modes Settings High-speed focus Use or if focus is difficult to align withHigh speed Settings Burst setting Speed No. of picturesCONT.AF Low speedAF Assist Lamp Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignmentApplicable modes Settings OFF Do not use / on Use Slow ShutterSelect item Select setting COL. ModeSet to one from ‘ ’ Display ‘Quick setting’ Clock SETTaking clipboard pictures clipboard recording Aspect Ratio Quality Selftimer OFF/2SECTaking/viewing clipboard Select ‘REC’Viewing clipboard pictures clipboard playback Expand Change PositionTaking/viewing clipboard Clipboard menuSelect item Press ‘MENU/SET’ Applications Viewing as listSet to Set to multiple screen display Select picture withPictures with audio Viewing motion picturesSelect and play picture During playback, pause at desired moment Motion pictures DMC-TZ3 onlyCreating still pictures from Create still pictureSlide Show Applications 4 Using Play menuDual Display DMC-TZ3 only Select ‘DUAL DISPLAY’ from Play menu P.17 View picturesSelect ‘FAVORITE’ from Play menu P.17 FavoriteSelect ‘START’ Select ‘ON’ Select picture repeatSelect ‘ROTATE DISP.’ from Play menu P.17 Rotate DispDate Stamp Select ‘ON’ Select pictureSelect ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’ Settings for eachSelect ‘DATE STAMP’ from Play menu P.17 Select picture Select items and makeDpof Print Select picture and set number to print repeatTo complete Select picture and make setting ProtectPicture protected To release Stop recording Audio DUBResize Select whether to delete original pictureSelect area to trim TrimmingSelect ‘TRIMMING’ from Play menu P.17 Select picture Trim Select whether to delete original pictureSelect ‘ASPECT CONV.’ Aspect ConvCopy From Play menuSelect picture for Select ‘YES’ Screen shown is example To cancel during PressFormat Select ‘FORMAT’ from Select ‘YES’ Play menu P.17Connect camera to computer Using with computerDo not move the mode dial while connected to computer USB cable Always use cable suppliedDrives are displayed in ‘My Computer’ folder Connecting with PTP Picture Transfer ProtocolWindows MacintoshPrinting Select picture to print Select ‘PRINT START’Select ‘MULTI PRINT’ Postcard Card SizeLetter Turn on camera Set to Viewing on TV screenConnect camera to TV Turn on TV Set to auxiliary inputList of LCD monitor displays RecordingSimple Mode PlaybackMessage displays Read Error Please Check the Card Memory Card Error Please Check the CardMemory Card Error Memory Card Parameter Error Write Error Please Check the CardHow can I easily send pictures to my computer? Using Panasonic cards is recommendedWhich cards can I use? Pictures appear dark or have poor coloringBattery, power RecordingLCD monitor Flash PlaybackTV, computer, printer Others Others 4 Usage cautions and notes When in useWhen not using for a while Caring for your cameraBattery Memory cardsRecording picture capacity still pictures Varies according to following settingsRecording picture/time capacity Recording time capacity motion picturesQuality picture quality High Standard P.53 Aspect Ratio7M P.52 PICT.MODE P.47 Picture smoothness Fps frames per secondSpecifications Image sensorMicrophone Optional accessories Digital Camera Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersRequest for Service Notice For USA Only Request for Service NoticeUSA Only Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty For USA OnlyPanasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Ninety DaysCarry-In or Mail-In Service Customer Services Directory For USA Only Centralized Factory Service CenterPrécautions à prendre pour le Canada AvertissementPropos du bloc-batterie Propos du chargeur de batterieList of LCD monitor displays P.80 74, 76Number of Recordable Pictures Operational Sound Picture Quality Setting Motion PicturePicture Quality Setting Simple Mode 11, 74Memo Memo Panasonic Canada Inc One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3

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DMC-TZ3, DMC-TZ2 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-TZ2, introduced in 2007, marked a significant advancement in the compact digital camera market, combining portability with advanced photographic capabilities. Targeted at both amateur and seasoned photographers looking for a lightweight yet powerful option, the TZ2 offered a blend of features that made it stand out in its class.

At the core of the DMC-TZ2 is a 7.2-megapixel sensor that allows for high-resolution images and excellent detail capture. The camera features a Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens with a versatile 28mm wide-angle to 280mm telephoto range (equivalent in 35mm). This lens is perfect for a variety of shooting situations, from broad landscapes to distant subjects, enabling users to capture stunning images without the need for multiple lenses.

One of the standout features of the TZ2 is its Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S) technology, a boon for handheld photography. This technology minimizes the blurriness caused by camera shake, especially in low-light conditions or when using zoom. Coupled with a fast f/3.3 to f/4.9 aperture, the TZ2 ensures that users can shoot confidently even in challenging lighting conditions.

The DMC-TZ2 also includes a 2.5-inch LCD screen with a high resolution, making it easy to frame shots and review images. The screen's brightness can be adjusted for better visibility in various lighting situations, contributing to the overall user-friendly experience. Furthermore, the camera features a variety of scene modes and intelligent automatic settings, facilitating effortless shooting without requiring in-depth camera knowledge.

In terms of additional technologies, the TZ2 boasts the Venus Engine III image processor, which enhances image quality while minimizing noise at higher ISO settings. This processor also contributes to faster shooting speeds and improved battery performance, allowing for extended usage during outings.

Built with a sleek, compact design, the DMC-TZ2 is made for portability, making it an ideal travel companion. Its robust construction ensures durability, while its lightweight design makes it easy to carry.

In conclusion, the Panasonic DMC-TZ2 provides an impressive combination of features, advanced technologies, and user-friendly options within a compact design. It represents a compelling choice for those seeking a versatile camera that can effortlessly capture high-quality images in a range of environments.