Panasonic DMCFX12K, DMC-FX12, DMC-FX10, DMCFX12S Taking Close-up Pictures, Focus range

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Advanced (Recording pictures)

•The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/ 30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ]

•When the flash is activated, the ISO sensitivity is automatically increased to a maximum of [ISO640]. (When the highest ISO sensitivity is set to a setting other than [ISO400].)

•Refer to P37 for information about the available flash range .

•Digital zoom cannot be used.

•Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided.

•The camera may not be able to detect the movement of the subject in the following cases.

–When the moving subject is small

–When the moving subject is at the edge of the screen

–When the subject starts moving the instant the shutter button is pressed fully

•To avoid picture noise, we recommend decreasing [ISO LIMIT] or setting [COL.MODE] to [NATURAL]. (P64)

Taking Close-up

Pictures

This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k).

∫Focus range

30 cm

(0.98 feet)

T

5 cm

(0.16 feet)

W

•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P39) in macro mode.

•When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range (depth of field) is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.

•If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.

•Macro mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is more than 50 cm (1.64 feet) it takes longer to focus on it in macro mode than normal picture mode [ ].

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Contents DMC-FX10 Dear Customer Information for Your SafetyFCC Note Following Applies only in the U.S.AFollowing Applies only in Canada About the battery charger About the battery packBattery charger Places with a lot of sand or dust Care of the camera Do not strongly shake or bump the cameraContents Focusing in low light conditions Setting the aspect ratio of picturesSetting a picture size Quality that match your use Taking Pictures using BurstK1HA08CD0013 K1HA08CD0014 VFC4090 Standard AccessoriesNames Components DE-A41B10 11 Turn the camera on to take pictures Charge the battery. P11Insert the battery and the card P13 Quick GuideBattery can be charged even if it is not fully discharged Detach the battery after charging is completedCharging/number of recordable Pictures About the BatteryWe recommend using a Panasonic card Inserting Removing the Battery Card optionalCheck that this unit is turned off Prepare a card. optional Card optional About the Built-in Memory/the Card optionalHttp//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs Press MENU/SET Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date and time Setting Date/Time Clock SetInitial setting Changing the clock settingAbout the Mode Dial Press 3/4 to select the menu item Setting the MenuPress 3/4 to select the setting Press MENU/SETPress 4 to select the Setup menu icon About the Setup MenuPress 2 on a menu screen Beep Level EconomyMonitor Travel Date P54Video OUT VolumeNO.RESET ResetSwitching the screen display LCD Monitor Display Switching the LCDFocus range is 50 cm 1.64 feet to ¶ Using the flashTaking pictures Press the shutter button fully to take a pictureTry the AF/AE lock technique or macro mode Color P59 Focusing P23Exposure P40 Party P47 Taking Pictures in Simple ModeBasic menu settings Preventing jitter camera shakeOther Settings in Simple mode Settings in Simple mode PICT.MODE10k15cm To make subjects appear closer use Tele Taking Pictures with the ZoomRotate the zoom lever towards Tele Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide¢ DMC-FX10 Picture size and maximum zoom Magnification± Available, Not available ¢ DMC-FX12Menu operation Further extending the zoomRotate the zoom lever towards T Checking the Recorded Picture ReviewPress 4 REV Press 2/1 to select the pictureTo delete a single picture Playing back picturesWhile the picture is being deleted, appears on the screen ALL Delete Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press 4 to setPress Press 3 to select YES and then press MENU/SET to set To delete Multi DeleteAbout the LCD Monitor Simple modeRecording mode Playback modeExamples of histogram Recording guide lineHistogram It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposurePress 3/4 to select a mode Press LCD Mode for 1 secondPower LCD/High angle mode Photo flash Press Press 3/4 to select a modeCanceling Power LCD or High angle Mode Switching to the appropriate flash SettingFlash is not activated in any recording conditions Candle Light P48 in scene mode Forced OFFAUTO/Red-eye reduction¢1 Forced onISO AutoRed-eye Reduction Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash settingForced on Red-eye Reduction Slow sync You can also press 2 to select Taking Pictures with the Self-timerCompensate the exposure towards positive Compensating the ExposurePress MENU/SET to finish Under exposedDuring photo composition This mode detects jitter and compensates for itOptical Image Stabilizer MODE1Press MENU/SET Press 3/4 to select ISO Limit and then press SettingsPress 3/4 to select the item and then press MENU/SET Focus range Taking Close-up PicturesPress 4 at a to switch to the next menu screen About the information Technique for Portrait modeRefer to P38 for information about the shutter speed Self Portrait Technique for Night portrait mode Use the flashTechnique for Party mode Use the flash Technique for Night scenery modeAge display setting Technique for Candle light modeBirthday setting PET Setting the shutter speedTechnique for Fireworks mode Technique for Starry sky modeTake pictures WB Adjust Technique for Aerial photo modeTurn the camera off when taking off or landing Adjusting the white balanceIf you selected On the screen Shown in step Motion Picture ModePress the shutter button fully to stop recording If you selected on the screen shown in stepPress MENU/SET to close the menu Number of days that have passed since the departure date Setting the departure/return dateSelect the desired item Set the year, month and date Press MENU/SET to close the menu Take a picture Canceling the travel dateDisplaying the Time at Travel Destination World Time Setting the home area HomeTravel destination Finishing setting the home areaSetting the travel destination area World Time setting also affects simple modeYou can also close the menu by pressing Func Using the REC Mode MenuPress and hold Func when recording Using the quick settingBalance Adjusting the hue for a more natural pictureAWB Aspect Ratio Setting the light sensitivitySetting the aspect ratio of pictures SensitivityPICT.SIZE/QUALITY Area-focusing High speed AF ModeSetting the focus method Area-focusingAF Assist Lamp Taking Pictures using BurstFocusing in low light conditions becomes easier BurstSepia COL.MODEClock SET VividRotate the zoom lever towards W to display multiple screens Displaying MultiplePress 3/4/2/1 to select a picture To return to the 1 screen playback screen Displaying Pictures by Recording DatePress 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press MENU/ SET Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played backTo delete a picture during Playback zoom Using the Playback ZoomTo stop using the playback zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards T to enlarge the pictureTo pause Playing Back Motion PicturesUsing the Play mode menu Press 4 to finish Slide ShowPress 3/4 to select ALL or and then press MENU/SET Press 3 to select Start and then press MENU/SETDeleting all favorites Rotate DISP./ROTATETo display the picture rotated Rotate Picture is rotated manually Press 2/1 to select the picture and then pressPress MENU/SET twice to close the menu Date StampTime Press 3/4 to select YES or no and then press MENU/SETWith Time Dpof Print Multi settingPrint with Date setting for Dpof print Setting the picture to print and the number of printsNumber of prints icon B appears To cancel all settingsTo print the date Preventing accidental erasure of pictures ProtectPress 2/1 to select the size and then press ResizeMaking the picture smaller Press the shutter button TrimmingCopying the picture data Only when selectingCopy Press MENU/SET several times to close the menuInitializing the card FormatDo not turn the camera off during formatting Windows Connecting to a PCSet the camera to a mode other than mode This message appears during data transferAbout the PTP conection Folder CompositionFolder number File number JPG pictures MOV motion pictures Conditions under which a different Folder number is usedPrinting the Pictures Selecting a single picture and printing it Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press MENU/SETPress 3 to select Print Start and then press MENU/SET Disconnect the USB connection cable after printingFAVORITE¢ Press Press 3/4 to select an item and then press MENU/SETPrint with Date OFF Card Size NUM. of PrintsPaper Size PostcardPlaying back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot Playing back pictures using the AV cable suppliedTurn the TV on and select external input Turn the camera on Set the TV ASPECT. P20 Turn this unit and the TV offRecording Recording in normal picture mode Initial settingRecording after settings Screen DisplayPlayback Recording in simple modeOthers About the Lens Dispose of unusable batteryThis Picture is Protected Message DisplayThis Memory Card is Protected No Valid Picture to PlayMemory Card Error Please Check the Card BUILT-IN Memory Error Format BUILT-IN MEMORY?Memory Card Error Format this CARD? Memory Card Parameter ErrorUSB Mode CHANGED. Please Remove the USB Cable TroubleshootingPlease RE-CONNECT the Printer LCD monitor Or 3 pictures are taken at one timeSubject is not focused properly Motion picture recording stops in the middleFlash is activated 2 times LCD monitor flickers indoorsNoise appears on the LCD monitor Flash Flash is not activatedPicture is not displayed fully on the TV Setting for the auto review function is disabledMotion pictures cannot be played back on a TV Ends of the pictures are cut at printingLens clicks Clock is resetAF assist lamp does not turn on Camera becomes warmNumber of recordable pictures Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time100 101 Available recording time when recording motion pictures102 SpecificationsDIGITAL/AV OUT 103104 105 Digital Camera Accessory System106 Digital Camera Accessory Order FormFor USA Customers 107 Request for Service Notice For USA OnlyLimited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty For USA Only108 109 Carry-In or Mail-In ServicePersonal Checks Customer Services Directory For USA OnlyCentralized Factory Service Center 110Avertissement Précautions à prendre111 Pour le CanadaPropos du bloc-batterie 112Propos du chargeur de batterie 113 Index114 Rotate Rotate Display Scene ModeSoft Skin Mode Speaker Sports Mode Standard Status Indicator115 MemoAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc Panasonic Canada Inc
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