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Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18)

Default setting outlined:

1 Settings also reflected in SIMPLE MODE

(P.28).

2 Settings also reflected in CLIPBOARD mode

(P.58).

3DMC-TZ3 only.

Settings, notes

Set the date/month/year and time (P.16).

(DESTINATION) / (HOME)

-3 · · ±0 · · +3

REC. INFO. (Recording information): OFF / ON HISTOGRAM: OFF / ON

PATTERN: /

‘PATTERN’ cannot be selected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Recording information and histogram cannot be displayed.

Not displayed in SIMPLE MODE.

OFF / SET (P.48)

OFF / 1SEC. / 3SEC. / ZOOM 3 (displays for 1 second, then at 4x zoom for 1 second)

In ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode (P.42), ‘AUTO BRACKET’ 3 (P.38), ‘BURST’ mode (P.54), or pictures with audio (P.53, 70), auto review performed regardless of setting. Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.

OFF / 1 MIN. / 2 MIN. / 5 MIN. / 10MIN. (Set time before POWER SAVE is initiated) Cannot be used in the following cases:

When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/ printer, during motion picture recording/playback, during slideshows (exception: set to 10 minutes while slideshow is paused and during ‘MANUAL’ slideshows)

Setting fixed to ‘2 MIN.’ in ‘ECONOMY’, and to ‘5 MIN.’ in SIMPLE MODE (P.28) and CLIPBOARD (P.58).

OFF / ON

Focus position cannot be stored.

Released and cannot be set when using ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode.

 

OFF / LEVEL 1 (turned off after approx. 15 seconds of inactivity)/LEVEL 2 (turned off after approx. 15 seconds, or approx. 5 seconds of inactivity after recording)

Cannot be used in the following cases:

When using SIMPLE MODE, CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when menu screen is displayed, when using self-timer setting or during motion picture recording.

LCD monitor not dimmed when using ‘POWER LCD’ or ‘HIGH ANGLE’ (P.34).

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Contents DMC-TZ3 Dear Customer Information for Your SafetyFCC Note U.S. only Following Applies only in the U.S.ADeclaration of Conformity Trade Name 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 Dark places, moving subjects Intelligent ISO P.46 10x optical zoom P.27At digital photo center With your printerOn computer With DVD recorderContents Index 104 Request for Service Notice For USA Only ReviewTaking/viewing clipboard pictures Clipboard Read first To prevent damage and faultsStandard 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 Fold out pins Plug into electrical outlet Preparations 1 Charging batteryConnect to charger Charging light ChargeSet the camera ON/OFF switch to Preparations 2 Inserting battery and cardOpen Lock To remove cardPreparations 3 Setting the clock and language Adjust year, month, date, timeWhile this message is displayed Using your pictures Play menu P.64 Making the camera more convenient to use Setup menu P.20Preparations 4 Know the different menus Changing photography preferences REC menu P.50Turn on the power Select Setup menuSet to Bring up the menu Move across to the items Select this setting FinishSelect the correct item Select this itemUses, operations Preparations 6 Using Setup menuDestination / Home Settings, notes· · ±0 · · +3 OFF / onBeep 1 · · LEVEL3 · · LEVEL6 Volume Mute Low High ToneYES/NO Ntsc / PALAdjust the focus Set to Normal Picture modeTaking pictures Take a pictureProblems with adjusting focus subject not in center, etc Adjusting the focusChecking remaining battery and memory capacity Remaining batteryRecording picture capacity estimates default settings When in operationPicture save destination CardsWhat is Extended optical zoom EZ? Enlarge Tele Restore WideBasics 2 Taking pictures with zoom Zoom typesSet to Adjust the focus Backlight compensation Simple Mode onlyBasics 3 TakingMODE pictures with Simple Select desired setting Finish Display Simple Mode Select desired item MenuSetting ‘SIMPLE MODE’ menuDisplay picture Viewing your pictures instantlyEnlarge picture 4x/8x While picture is displayed Select ‘YES’Set to Viewing your pictures PlayScroll through pictures To fast-forward rewindWhile picture is Select ‘YES’ Displayed P.31 Deleting picturesSelect type of deletion Select the pictures to delete RepeatApplications Record Display in Playback modeHistogram Guide linesPower LCD Select modeMakingsee LCD monitor easier to Display ‘LCD MODE’Display ‘SELFTIMER’ Select time duration Taking pictures with self-timerAdjust focus 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 Display ‘EXPOSURE’ Taking pictures with exposure compensationSelect a value Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’Optical image stabilizer Jitter correctionTo view jitter/movement detection demo screen Taking pictures according to SceneSet to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’ Select sceneScenery Portrait Soft SkinParty Candle Light Baby PET Sunset High Sens Starry SKY FireworksScene Uses, functions SceneUsing flash in scene modes P.37 Tips, notes Main fixed settingsHigh Sens Taking pictures according toFlash Forced OFF AF Assist Lamp OFF Sensitivity ISO100 Taking close-up pictures of flowers, etc Set to Take a picture P.24Set to Take a picture P.24Set to Start recording Applications 9 Taking motion picturesEstimated recording time Aspect and picture qualitySelect ‘TRAVEL DATE’ from Setup menu P.18 Select ‘SET’ Useful features for travelRecording holiday duration Travel Date Set departure dateRegistering local time at your overseas destination Select ‘WORLD TIME’ from Setup menu P.18,20Select ‘HOME’ SelectSetting white balance manually Using REC menuWhite balance fine adjustment excluding ‘AWB’ BalanceSensitivity Applicable modes SettingsAspect Ratio SensitivityPICT.MODE PICT.SIZEAspect Ratio Quality Metering ModeAudio REC OFFApplicable modes Settings High-speed focus AF ModeBurst Use or if focus is difficult to align withCONT.AF Settings Burst setting Speed No. of picturesHigh speed Low speedApplicable modes Settings OFF Do not use / on Use Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignmentAF Assist Lamp Slow ShutterSet to one from ‘ ’ Display ‘Quick setting’ COL. ModeSelect item Select setting Clock SETTaking/viewing clipboard Aspect Ratio Quality Selftimer OFF/2SECTaking clipboard pictures clipboard recording Select ‘REC’Expand Change Position Viewing clipboard pictures clipboard playbackTaking/viewing clipboard Clipboard menuSelect item Set to Set to multiple screen display Applications Viewing as listPress ‘MENU/SET’ Select picture withPictures with audio Viewing motion picturesSelect and play picture Creating still pictures from Motion pictures DMC-TZ3 onlyDuring playback, pause at desired moment Create still pictureDual Display DMC-TZ3 only Applications 4 Using Play menuSlide Show Select ‘DUAL DISPLAY’ from Play menu P.17 View picturesSelect ‘START’ FavoriteSelect ‘FAVORITE’ from Play menu P.17 Select ‘ON’ Select picture repeatDate Stamp Rotate DispSelect ‘ROTATE DISP.’ from Play menu P.17 Select ‘ON’ Select pictureSelect ‘DATE STAMP’ from Play menu P.17 Select picture Settings for eachSelect ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’ Select items and makeDpof Print Select picture and set number to print repeatTo complete Select picture and make setting ProtectPicture protected To release Resize Audio DUBStop recording Select whether to delete original pictureSelect ‘TRIMMING’ from Play menu P.17 Select picture TrimmingSelect area to trim Trim Select whether to delete original pictureCopy Aspect ConvSelect ‘ASPECT CONV.’ From Play menuFormat To cancel during PressSelect picture for Select ‘YES’ Screen shown is example Select ‘FORMAT’ from Select ‘YES’ Play menu P.17Do not move the mode dial while connected to computer Using with computerConnect camera to computer USB cable Always use cable suppliedWindows Connecting with PTP Picture Transfer ProtocolDrives are displayed in ‘My Computer’ folder MacintoshPrinting Select picture to print Select ‘PRINT START’Select ‘MULTI PRINT’ Postcard Card SizeLetter Connect camera to TV Turn on TV Viewing on TV screenTurn on camera Set to Set to auxiliary inputRecording List of LCD monitor displaysPlayback Simple ModeMessage displays Memory Card Error Memory Card Parameter Error Memory Card Error Please Check the CardRead Error Please Check the Card Write Error Please Check the CardWhich cards can I use? Using Panasonic cards is recommendedHow can I easily send pictures to my computer? Pictures appear dark or have poor coloringRecording Battery, powerLCD monitor Playback FlashTV, computer, printer Others When not using for a while When in useOthers 4 Usage cautions and notes Caring for your cameraMemory cards BatteryRecording picture/time capacity Varies according to following settingsRecording picture capacity still pictures Recording time capacity motion pictures7M P.52 Aspect RatioQuality picture quality High Standard P.53 PICT.MODE P.47 Picture smoothness Fps frames per secondImage sensor SpecificationsMicrophone Optional accessories For USA Customers Digital Camera Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice For USA Only Request for Service NoticeUSA Only Panasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Limited Warranty For USA OnlyLimited Warranty Coverage Ninety DaysCarry-In or Mail-In Service Centralized Factory Service Center Customer Services Directory For USA OnlyAvertissement Précautions à prendre pour le CanadaPropos du chargeur de batterie Propos du bloc-batterieList of LCD monitor displays P.80 74, 76Number of Recordable Pictures Picture Quality Setting Simple Mode Picture Quality Setting Motion PictureOperational Sound 11, 74Memo Memo Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJPanasonic Canada 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.
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