Panasonic DMC-SZ7 owner manual Taking pictures using the automatic function, Recording Mode

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Basic

Recording Mode:

Taking pictures using the automatic function

(Intelligent Auto Mode)

The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.

•The following functions are activated automatically.

–Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto White Balance/Face Detection/[Quick AF]/[i.Exposure]/[i.Resolution]/[i.ZOOM]/[AF Assist Lamp]/ [Red-Eye Removal]/[Stabilizer]/[Continuous AF]/[Wind Cut]

•Image quality is fixed to [A].

Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!], and then press [MODE].

Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Intelligent Auto], and then press [MENU/SET].

Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

•The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the subject is focused.

•The AF area 2 is displayed around the subject’s face by the Face Detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.

•The minimal distance (how close you can be to the subject) will change depending on the zoom factor. Please check with the recordable range display on the screen. (P27)

•You can set the AF tracking by pressing 3. For details, refer to P80. (AF tracking is canceled by pressing 3 again)

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Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture.

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Contents F1211MR0 Contents Video Divide 100 Using Viera Link Hdmi 111Taking a Picture with Face Recognition 103Care of the camera About Condensation When the lens is fogged upDo not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure Standard Accessories Names and Functions of Main Parts Or PressStrap eyelet Charging the Battery About batteries that you can use with this unitInserting the Battery Insert the battery into the camera to charge itCharging Check that this unit is turned offBattery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor When using the AC adaptor suppliedBattery indication About the charging lampRecording motion pictures Recording still picturesRecording conditions by Cipa standard MP4Playback 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 picturesMP4 Clock is not set when the camera is shipped Setting Date/Time Clock SetSlide the REC/PLAY switch to ! and then turn the camera on Press MENU/SET to setChanging the Clock Setting Preventing jitter camera shake Tips for taking good picturesFit the strap and hold the camera carefully Direction Detection Function Rotate DispSelecting the Recording Mode Taking pictures using the automatic function Recording ModeScene Detection When taking picturesWhen recording motion pictures Portrait Scenery Low Light MacroChanging the settings IHDR Backlight Compensation IHandheld Nite ShotAbout the flash P53 Taking pictures with your favorite settings Normal Picture ModeRange of focus during the Intelligent Auto Mode FocusingCm 0.16 feet 6.6 feet M 4.9 feet Compose the picture Applicable modes Recording Motion PicturesStart recording by pressing the motion picture button About the recording format for recording motion picturesAbout zooming while recording motion pictures Picture size Flash setting is fixed to ŒRecording still pictures while recording motion pictures MP4 Picture sizeSelecting a picture Slide the REC/PLAY switch toPlaying Back Pictures Normal Play Press 2 orRotate the zoom lever towards L W Using the Playback ZoomDisplaying Multiple Screens Multi Playback Rotate the zoom lever towards Z TPlaying Back Motion Pictures Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture Press 3 to pause motion picture playback Press MENU/SETTo delete a single picture Once deleted, pictures cannot be recoveredDeleting Pictures Select the picture to be deleted, and then PressWhen Delete Multi is selected Press MENU/SET To delete multiple pictures up to 50 or all the picturesSetting the Menu Setting menu itemsUsing the Quick 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 Destination About the Setup MenuSetting Date/Time Travel destination areaLocation SET OFFElapsed days are not recorded Travel destination is recorded at the time of recordingHigh Beep LevelBeep Tone 1 / 2 Shutter Vol BrightnessRec. Info Pattern ON/OFF ¢ Can be set only when Recording Mode is setLCD Mode Guide LineHistogram Angle of view for motion picture recording can be checkedVideo Rec Area 1SEC 2SEC Sleep Mode2MIN./5MIN./10MIN./OFF ECO LCD Power Save Pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressedReset Reset the file number of the next recording toNo.Reset USB ModeOutput Set to match the type of TVTV Aspect Viera LinkVertically Display so that they are displayedSet the language displayed on the screen Stabilizer Demo Demo Demo ModeAuto Demo on OFF About the LCD Monitor Recording ModePlayback Mode Press DISP. to changeRotate the zoom lever towards Tele Using the ZoomRotate the zoom lever towards Wide Screen display  Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects Taking Pictures Using the Built-in FlashSwitching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recordingAvailable Flash Settings in Recording Mode Available flash rangeFlash setting Shutter speed Sec Shutter speed for each flash settingFlash setting Taking Close-up Pictures AF Macro/Macro Zoom Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed Taking Pictures with the Self-timerPicture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed Compensate the exposure Compensating the ExposureUnderexposed Properly exposed Towards positive Towards negativeWith Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture Taking Pictures Using Auto BracketIs set for the flash when Auto Bracket is set D0 EV J1 EV I1 EVMiniature Effect Mode Record pictures that look like dioramasRecorded Scene Mode Taking pictures that match the scene beingScenery PortraitSoft Skin This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscapePanorama Shot About playback Night Portrait Technique for Night Portrait ModeSports Night SceneryBaby1/Baby2 To cancel Age and Name Select the OFF setting in stepFood Press 4 to select Exit and then press MENU/SET to finishHigh Sens PetSunset Glass ThroughTechnique for taking 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures 3D Photo ModeYou cannot record 3D pictures in vertical orientation Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Settings Point of recording when registering the face imagesSelect item to edit with 3/4, and then press MENU/SET Change or delete the information for a registered person Perform in Face SettingsPress 3/ 4/ 2/ 1 to select the priority and then press Entering Text Display the entry screenPicture Size Using the Rec MenuFor details on Rec menu settings, refer to P38 Applicable modesSettings Description of settings QualityJitter of the subject SensitivityAbout Intelligent ISO sensitivity control White Balance Finely adjusting the White Balance Setting the White Balance manuallyPress MENU/SET to finish AF Mode About š Face Detection Face Recog Settings ON/OFFQuick AF ExposureMin. Shtr Speed ResolutionDigital Zoom Flash setting is fixed to Œ except for Settings Description of settings Number Recordable picturesFlash setting is fixed to ‰ BurstAF Assist Lamp Color ModeRed-Eye Removal Clock Set StabilizerDate Stamp Stamp the year, month, and dayRec Mode Using the Motion Picture MenuRec Quality Wind Cut Settings AUTO/OFFContinuous AF This prevents the recording of wind-noise automaticallyVarious methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methodsSlide Show Operations performed during slide showEffect Changing the slide show settingsSettings Description of settings Duration Duration or Repeat can be setThen press MENU/SET to set Filtering PlayPress 3/4/2/1 to select the category About the categories to be sortedPress 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back CalendarYou can display pictures by recording date Auto Retouch Having Fun with Recorded PicturesBrightness and color of the pictures taken can be balanced Creative Retouch EffectUpload Set Using the Playback MenuSelect the picture, and then press MENU/SET to set Upload to the image sharing sites Select the picture, and then press Multi settingTitle Edit MENU/SET to setText Stamp Face Recognition Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press MENU/SETPress Press 3 to select OK, and then press MENU/SET Baby/Pet100 It cannot be restored once dividedVideo Divide 101 ResizeCropping 102Zoom lever T Enlargement Zoom lever W Reduction 2/1 Move Favorite 103Select the picture, and then press MENU/SET 104 Print Set105 To print the date106 Protect107 Face Rec Edit108 CopyConnect the camera and a TV Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen109 To connect with an Hdmi mini cable optional110 111 Using Viera Link HdmiWhat is the Viera Link Hdmi Hdavi Control? Preparations Set the Viera Link to ON. P47Other linked operations Turning the power off Automatic input switching112 Preparations Set the 3D Playback to 3D. P47 Playing back 3D pictures113 Select 3D Play in Filtering Play in the Playback Mode. P91114 115 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion PicturesCopy by inserting the SD card into the recorder Copy the playback image using an AV cable 116Copy the images to a PC using PHOTOfunSTUDIO Copying to a PC using PHOTOfunSTUDIOInstall PHOTOfunSTUDIO to the PC Connect camera to PC 117118 Connecting to a PCPC that can be used Press 3/4 to select PC, and then press MENU/SET 119Operate the PC 120 DesktopStart up the LUMIXUP.EXE by double-clicking it. P120 121Uploading the images to sharing sites Select the destination to upload122 Printing the PicturesPress 3/4 to select PictBridgePTP, and then press MENU/SET Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 123Selecting a single picture and printing it Press Press 3/4 to select an item and then press MENU/SETPrint with Date Print Settings124 Num.of prints125 Paper Size126 When printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paperLayout Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit 127 Screen DisplayRecording 128 Age P66129 About the LCD monitor 130About the Lens 131 About the personal information 132Do not bend or drop the card DisclaimerAbout the picture data When not using the camera for a long period of time133 About tripods or unipodsMessage Display 134Insert SD card again/Try another card This battery cannot be used135 Folder cannot be created136 TroubleshootingBattery and power source Recording137 Recording by Panorama Shot is ended before finishing 138Motion picture recording stops in the middle Subject cannot be locked. AF tracking not possibleLCD monitor 139Flash 140 PlaybackThumbnail is displayed appears on the screen 141Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black Sound of the recorded motion pictures sometimes breaks up142 TV, PC and printer143 Others144 Hdavi Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation
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The Panasonic DMC-SZ7K, also known as the DMC-SZ7, is a compact digital camera that blends convenience with powerful features, making it an ideal choice for photography enthusiasts and casual shooters alike. Designed for portability, the SZ7 boasts a sleek and compact design that fits comfortably in your pocket, enabling you to carry it effortlessly wherever you go.

One of the standout features of the DMC-SZ7 is its high-resolution sensor. Equipped with a 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor, the camera captures stunning and detailed images, even in challenging lighting conditions. This impressive resolution allows for large prints and cropping without sacrificing image quality, making it a versatile option for various shooting scenarios.

The DMC-SZ7 features a 10x optical zoom lens, which provides a versatile focal range from wide-angle to telephoto. This flexibility allows users to capture landscapes, portraits, and distant subjects with ease. The Intelligent Zoom function further enhances this capability by extending the zoom range to 12x while maintaining image quality. This makes it easy to get close to the action without having to compromise on clarity.

Another noteworthy aspect of the DMC-SZ7 is its advanced image stabilization technology. The Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) effectively reduces the impact of camera shake, ensuring smooth and sharp images, especially when shooting in low light or at full zoom. This feature is particularly beneficial for capturing spontaneous moments, where stability can be a challenge.

Panasonic's commitment to user-friendly operation is evident in the DMC-SZ7's intuitive interface. The camera offers various shooting modes, including Scene Modes and Creative Control, allowing users to experiment with different settings and effects. Additionally, the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode automatically adjusts settings to optimize image quality, making it easy for beginners to achieve great results without deep technical knowledge.

The DMC-SZ7 also supports HD video recording, with the ability to capture 720p videos at 30 frames per second. This capability opens up new creative possibilities, allowing users to document their experiences in dynamic motion. The built-in HDMI output facilitates easy connection to HD televisions for playback, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Furthermore, with its sleek aesthetics, the DMC-SZ7 is available in a stylish black finish, adding a touch of sophistication to its portability. Whether you're at a family event, traveling, or simply enjoying a day out, the Panasonic DMC-SZ7K offers a well-rounded package of performance, convenience, and versatility, making it an excellent option for anyone seeking a reliable compact camera.
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