Panasonic DMC-LZ40 Or computer, When using the AC adaptor supplied, Battery indication

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Preparation

∫About the charging lamp

On: Charging.

Off:

Charging has completed.

 

(When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet

 

or computer.)

Blinking:

Charging error.

 

(Refer to P114 for details.)

∫Charging time

When using the AC adaptor (supplied)

Charging time

Approx. 210 min

 

 

•The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used.

The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal.

•When power is supplied from a computer, the power supply capacity of the computer determines the charging time.

∫Battery indication

The battery indication is displayed on the monitor.

• The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is low. Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.

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Contents Digital Camera Customers only F0114NK0Contents Taking Pictures with different image effects Switching to the appropriate flash settingTaking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture Picture Size105 100102 110Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure About Condensation When the lens is fogged upCare of the camera Standard Accessories Names and Functions of Main Parts Ë Self-timer P55 ‰ Flash setting P50When you press the 4 down button Flash P50 Flash open button P50Speaker Tripod mountShoulder strap eyelet Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder StrapAttaching the Lens Cap Be careful not to lose the lens capAttaching the Shoulder Strap Charging the Battery Inserting the Battery Charging Battery indication is displayed on the monitor When using the AC adaptor suppliedBattery indication Or computerSince characteristic swelling may occur Recording conditions by Cipa standard Recording motion pictures When Rec Quality is set to HDRecording still pictures Playback Playback timeInserting and Removing the Card optional Do not touch the connection terminals of the cardBuilt-in Memory Following operations can be performed using this unitAbout the Built-in Memory/the Card CardPreparation Number of recordable pictures Available recording time when recording motion picturesRecording Built-in Memory 32 GB 64 GB Quality setting NumberPress MENU/SET to set Setting Date/Time Clock SetPress camera ON/OFF button Time at the home area Time at the travel destinationChanging the Clock Setting Tips for taking good pictures Preventing jitter camera shakeSelecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dialRecording Mode Taking pictures using the automatic functionSet the mode dial to Press the shutter button halfway to focus Minimal distance how close you can be toBacklight Compensation When taking picturesScene Detection About the flash P50 Changing the settingsFollowing menus can be set Press to open the flashTaking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings Program AE ModeAF area B FocusingRange of focus during the Intelligent Auto Mode SoundPicture Applicable modes Recording Motion PicturesStart recording by pressing the motion picture button Selected Recording Mode About zooming while recording motion picturesPlaying Back Motion Pictures Playing BackPress Press 2/1 to select pictures Operations during Motion Picture PlaybackRotate the zoom lever towards L W Using the Playback ZoomDisplaying Multiple Screens Multi Playback Rotate the zoom lever towards Z TTo delete a single picture When Delete Multi is selected Press MENU/SETDeleting Pictures Select the picture to be deleted, and then PressSetting the Menu Setting menu itemsClose the menu Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press MENU/SETPress 3/4 to select the menu item and then press MENU/SET Using the Quick Menu Destination Travel destination area About the Setup MenuURL display/USB connection/QR Code display Home Your home areaRed Tint BrightnessContrast · Saturation Blue TintAngle of view for motion picture recording can be checked ON/OFFIt allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure HistogramBrightness of the monitor is lowered Auto Power Off2MIN./5MIN./10MIN./OFF ECO Monitor Power Save EconomyPictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed Recording or setup settings are reset to the defaultSEC SEC Set the language displayed on the screen PALBuilt-in memory or card is formatted Press DISP. to change Playback ModeAbout the Monitor Number of recordable pictures Available recording timeRotate the zoom lever towards Tele Using the ZoomRotate the zoom lever towards Wide Optical ZoomDigital Zoom Extended Optical Zoom EZIntelligent Zoom Press 1 ‰ Taking Pictures Using the Built-in FlashSwitching to the appropriate flash setting Slow Sync Settings Description of settingsFeature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is Use of flash is not permittedAvailable Flash Settings in Recording Mode Flash setting Shutter speed for each flash settingFlash setting Shutter speed Sec Available flash range approximationTaking Close-up Pictures AF Macro/Macro Zoom OFFThen press it fully to take the picture Taking Pictures with the Self-timerSettings Towards positive Towards negative Compensating the ExposureProperly exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure UnderexposedD0 EV J1 EV Taking Pictures Using Auto BracketWith Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture I1 EVManual Exposure Assistance Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter SpeedAperture Value a Shutter Speed B Taking panorama pictures Panorama Shot Mode After confirming the recording direction, press MENU/SETTechnique for Panorama Shot Mode About playback Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded Night Portrait Soft SkinSports Use the flash. You can set toFood What Is HDR?Night Scenery Picture SizePet Select the items year/month/day Setting MENU/SET SetBaby1/Baby2 SunsetGlass Through Setting the shutter speedStarry Sky Select a shutter speed of 15 sec., 30 sec. or 60 secTaking pictures of Scenery Scenery Mode Taking pictures of People Portrait ModeCreative Control Mode Taking Pictures with different image effectsOld Days ExpressiveRetro High KeyDynamic Monochrome Low KeySepia Impressive ArtToy Effect High DynamicCross Process This effect gives your photo a dramatic color lookThis effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel Miniature EffectSoft Focus Set the color to leave Star FilterOne Point Color Check the color you have set, and then press MENU/SETPicture Size Using the Rec MenuFor details on Rec menu settings, refer to P38 Quality Sensitivity Automatic adjustment White BalanceSetting the White Balance manually Auto White BalanceFinely adjusting the White Balance Press MENU/SET to finishAF Mode About š Face Detection Metering Mode Zoom Settings ON/OFFExposure Pictures¢ BurstApprox ApproxFlash setting is fixed to Œ AF Assist LampRed-Eye Removal StabilizerStamp the year, month, and day Date StampYou can take a picture with date and time of recording Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutesRec Quality Using the Motion Picture MenuFor details on Motion Picture menu settings, refer to P38 Continuous AFVarious methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methodsOperations during slide show Slide ShowPress 3 to select Start and then press MENU/SET Cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1Effect Changing the slide show settingsSetup Screen effects can be added to picture transitionsCategory Recording information e.g. Scene Modes Category SelectionAbout the categorize to be sorted Press MENU/SET to display a list of pictures CalendarPress 3/4/2/1 to select the date you want to search Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press MENU/SETPress 3/ 4 to select image effects and then press MENU/SET Having Fun with Recorded Pictures Creative RetouchPress 2/ 1 to select a picture, and then press Creative Retouch Using the Playback MenuFor details on Playback menu settings, refer to P38 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press Disp Multi settingResize Press 2/1 to select the size, and then press MENU/SETCropping Protect MENU/SETCopy Connect the camera and a TV Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen100 101 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your 102Press 3/ 4 to select PC, and then press MENU/SET 103Transferring images to a PC Drag and drop files and folders in the camera to the PC104 Connection in the PTP ModeSelect PictBridgePTP when connecting USB connection cable About the folder structure of the cameraPress 3/4 to select PictBridgePTP, and then press MENU/SET Printing the Pictures105 Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 106Selecting a single picture and printing it Print with Date Print Settings107 Num.of prints108 Paper SizeLayout Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit When printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paper109 Recording Screen Display110 111 Message Display 112113 Memory Card Error/This memory card cannot be usedThis battery cannot be used Insert SD card again/Try another card114 TroubleshootingBattery and power source 115 RecordingMotion picture recording stops in the middle 116Recorded picture looks rough Noise appears on the picture Subject cannot be locked. AF tracking not possible117 MonitorPlayback 118Flash Flash is not activatedThumbnail is displayed appears on the screen 119Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black Sound of the recorded motion pictures sometimes breaks up120 TV, PC and printer121 Others122 123 About the lens 124About the monitor 125 Disclaimer When uploading images on web services126 About the picture data When not using the camera for a long period of time127 About tripods or unipods
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DMC-LZ40 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-LZ40 is a versatile digital camera designed for photography enthusiasts who appreciate a blend of simplicity and advanced features. Its sleek design and user-friendly interface make it an appealing choice for both beginners and experienced photographers alike.

One of the standout features of the DMC-LZ40 is its impressive 20-megapixel CCD sensor. This high-resolution sensor allows users to capture stunning photos with exceptional detail and clarity, even in challenging lighting conditions. Coupled with a powerful Venus Engine image processor, the camera delivers vibrant colors and sharp images while minimizing noise at higher ISO settings.

The LZ40 is equipped with a remarkable 42x optical zoom lens, which offers a focal length range equivalent to 24mm to 1008mm in 35mm terms. This extensive zoom range enables photographers to capture everything from wide-angle landscapes to distant subjects with ease. This flexibility is further enhanced by the inclusion of optical image stabilization, which reduces the effects of camera shake, ensuring steadier shots even at maximum zoom.

Another notable feature is the camera's 3-inch LCD display, which provides a clear and bright view of the scene being photographed. This screen is particularly useful for composing shots and reviewing images in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the LZ40 boasts a range of shooting modes, including intelligent auto mode, scene modes, and creative filters, allowing users to experiment with their photography and adapt to different environments.

The DMC-LZ40 also supports 720p HD video recording, providing an easy way for users to capture their memorable moments in motion. The camera includes a dedicated video recording button, making it simple to switch from still photography to video with just one press.

For connectivity, the LZ40 features USB and HDMI ports, enabling easy transfer of images to computers and TVs. The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, offering a respectable shooting capacity that allows users to keep shooting throughout the day.

In summary, the Panasonic DMC-LZ40 combines a high-resolution sensor, extensive zoom capabilities, and user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for anyone interested in photography or videography. With its mix of performance and convenience, this camera is well-suited for capturing life's important moments, whether at home or on the go.
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