Panasonic DMC-FX10, DMC-FX12 operating instructions Following Applies only in the U.S.A, DMC-FX1O

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment eff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:To assure continued

compliance, follow the attached installation

instructions and use only shielded interface cables

with ferrite core when

connecting to computer or peripheral devices.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user'sauthority to operate this equipment.

Before Use

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Panasonic

Model No.: DMC-FX12

DMC-FX1O

Responsible party: Panasonic

Corporation of

North America

One Panasonic Way,

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic

Consumer

Electronics Company 1-800-272-7033

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

DMC-FX 12

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DMC-FX !0

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-O03

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Contents VQT1 C14 PanasonicInformation for Your Safety Following Applies only in the U.S.A DMC-FX1OFollowing Applies only in Canada About the battery pack About the battery chargerBattery charger Read together with the Cautions for Use. Pg0 Care of the camera Do not strongly shake or bump the cameraContents Others SettingthefocusmethodBecomeseasier AndtimeCD-ROM Standard AccessoriesComponents Names13 14 15 1011Play back the pictures Quick GuideCharging the Battery with the Charger Charging time IApprox, 130 min About the BatteryNumber of recordable pictures Playback timeCard optional Inserting and Removing the BatteryAbout the Built-in OptionalHttpllpanasonic.co.jpIpavclgloballcs Press MENU/SET Setting Date/Time Clock SetInitial setting Changing the clock settingMacro mode P43 About the Mode DialPlayback mode P30 Advanced Intelligent ISO sensitivity mode P42Setting the Menu About the Setup Menu YoucanClock SET Beep Level World Time P56Monitor =BEEP@J Language ResetVideo OUT TV AspectLCD Monitor Display Switching the LCD Monitor DisplayScreen display in normal picture mode Initial settings Switching the screen displayTaking pictures Focus range is 50 cm 1.64 feet to JPress the shutter button fully to take a picture Color P59 Color of the subject will differ if Try the AF/AE lock technique or macro modeCandle Light P48 Simple ModeTaking Pictures Night Portrait P46 -NIGHT Scenery P47Settings in Simple mode PICT.MODE Other Settings in Simple modeAuto Review Travel Date World Time Taking Pictures withZoom Burst COL.MODEPicture size and maximum zoom Magnification Menu operation Press MENU/SET Checking the Recorded Picture Review Playing back/Deleting Pictures Press 41/1 to select the picture and then press to set To delete Multi DeleteALL Delete Press to select YES and then Press MENU/SET to set@ s2 ,3 About the LCD MonitorRecording guide line OFF Press LCD Mode for I secondPress A/T to select a mode Power LCD High AngleAuto Taking Pictures using the Built-in FlashCanceling Power LCD or High angle mode Press A/V to select a mode171 Available flash settings by recording modeISO Forced Hash settingRed-eye Reduction Forced Red-eye Reduction Slow syncSelf Portrait Self-timerPress Press Air to select a mode Taking Pictures withCompensating the Exposure UnderexposedProperly exposed Overexposed MODE2 Press To select Stabilizer function Mode ThenOptical Image Stabilizer MODE1Subject being recorded Sensitivity according To the movementPictures Taking Close-upFocus range Scene mode Taking pictures that0A04 Sensitivity Colmode Technique for Portrait modeAdvanced CRecording pictures Amalfunction AftertakingthepictureWide1×andbeingabout1.5m PictureAge display setting Starry SKY Setting the shutter speedExposure Balance Burst Stabilizer Turn the camera off when taking off or landing Technique for Aerial photo modeMotion Picture Mode Press the shutter button fully to Stop recording30fpsVGA Thefilesizewith10fpsQVGAissmall soitissuitablefore-mails Pictureswith30fpsIslower With10fpsalthoughthepicturequalityRecording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture Press MENU/SET to close the menu Take a picture Canceling the travel dateThen press Setting the home area Home Perform steps 1,2Displaying the Time at Travel Destination World Time World TimeFinishing setting the home area Menu Using the REC ModeDaylight Forrecordingunder Halogen halogenlighting ForusingthepresetAutowhite Whitebalance BalanceSensitivity 100 1250 Use Bright When the aspect ratio is DMC-FX12DMC-FX10 About HI QualityAdvanced Recording pictures Natural VividSepia Press /I/1/1 to select a Picture Displaying MultipleRotate the zoom lever towards ScreensPress A/V/41/I to select a Picture and then press MENU/ SET Displaying Pictures byPress A/V/I/I to move Position Using the Playback ZoomTo stop using the playback zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards To enlarge the picturePlaying Back Motion Stopping motion picture playback PressRotate Disr Date Stamp Resize Trimming Rotate Using the Play mode menuItems that can be set Slide Show PT0 Favorite PT0Press to finish Press to select Start and then press MENU/SETDeleting all favorites Press to select on and then press MENU/SETPress MENU/SET twice to close the menu Multi and then press MenuSET Shooting Date Cancel Multi or Cancel and then Press MENU/SETResize Trimming To print the date Protect Icon Appears Menu Press 41/1 to select the picture Then pressPress 1/1 to select the size Then press Press I/T to select YES or No and then press MENU/SETPress 1/1 to select the picture and then press Press / to select the copy Destination and then press MENU/SETPress MENU/SET several times to close the menu Press to select YES and then Press MENU/SET Connecting to a PC Conditions under which a different folder number is used ThecommunicationonceonthePC. cameras screen Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing Press to select Print Start and then press MENU/SETPrint with Date Press to select Print Start Then press MENU/SETPaper Size Setting the date printing with Dpof print in advanceWhen printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paper NUM. of PrintsPlaying back pictures using the AV cable supplied Playing Back PicturesPlaying back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot Recording Recording Normal Picture Mode OScreen Display ISOPlayback EnlargeMail Others About the Lens Dispose of unusable batteryNo Additional Delete Selections can be Made Card Do not leave the card where Temperature is high, whereMessage Display This Memory Card is ProtectedPlease Turn Camera OFF and then on Again BUILT-INMEMORY Error Format BUILT-IN MEMORY?Memory Card Error Format this CARD? Memory Card Parameter ErrorTroubleshooting USB Mode CHANGED. Please Remove the USB CablePlease RE-CONNECT the Printer LCD monitor 42or 3 pictures are taken at one timeRecorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture Motion picture recording stops in the middlePicture is not played back LCD monitor flickers indoorsNoise appears on the LCD monitor Flash is activated 2 timesTelevision Setting for the auto reviewIs disabled When the camera is connected to aAF assist lamp does not turn on Lens clicksFile numbers are not recorded consecutively 940 730 1370 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available512MB 512MB 590100 Built-in Memory Available recording time when recording motion pictures812MB 480 101102 SpecificationsRecording file format 104 105 Digital Camera Accessory SystemFor USA Customers Digital Camera Accessory Order Form1O7 Request for Service Notice For USA OnlyPanasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Limited Warranty For USA Only109 Customer Services Directory For USA Only 110You may also contact us directly at LA PLUIE, h. LRUMIDITI, a Precautions a prendre111 Pour le Canada112 Propos du bloc-batteriePropos du chargeur de batterie 113 IndexLCD 114VQTlCl Panasonic Puerto Rico, IncPanasonic Canada Inc
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DMC-FX10, DMC-FX12 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FX12 and DMC-FX10 are part of Panasonic’s compact digital camera series, known for their blend of size, performance, and ease of use. Launched in the mid-2000s, these cameras offered a solid choice for casual photographers seeking quality without the bulk of larger DSLR systems.

At the core of both models is a 1/2.5-inch CCD sensor. The DMC-FX12 features a resolution of 7.2 megapixels, while the DMC-FX10 has a 6.0-megapixel sensor. This resolution enables users to capture detailed images suitable for prints and online sharing. The cameras are equipped with a Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens, characterized by a 35mm equivalent focal length of 28-100mm, providing a versatile zoom range that is ideal for various shooting scenarios from landscapes to portraits.

One of the standout features of both the DMC-FX12 and DMC-FX10 is the incorporation of Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) technology. This innovation helps to minimize the effects of camera shake, particularly in low-light conditions or when using telephoto settings, resulting in sharper images and enhanced overall quality.

Both models also offer a variety of shooting modes, including intelligent auto mode, which automatically adjusts settings based on the scene being captured. This allows even novice photographers to achieve satisfactory results without needing extensive technical knowledge. Additionally, the cameras come equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD screen, providing a clear view for composing and reviewing images.

In terms of connectivity, the DMC-FX12 and DMC-FX10 provide USB and AV outputs, making it easy to transfer images to computers or display them on televisions. They also support SD/SDHC memory cards, allowing for expandable storage that accommodates numerous photos and videos.

The build quality of these cameras is robust yet lightweight, making them ideal for travel. Compact dimensions mean they can easily fit into pockets or small bags, ensuring they are always ready for action. The user-friendly interface further enhances their appeal, allowing quick access to essential functions and settings.

In summary, the Panasonic DMC-FX12 and DMC-FX10 represent a solid entry in the realm of compact cameras with their impressive combination of resolution, lens quality, optical stabilization, and user-friendly features, appealing to both novice photographers and those looking for a reliable secondary camera.
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