Panasonic DMC-FS42 operating instructions Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function

Recording Mode: ;

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function

(Auto Scene Mode)

The camera automatically sets the appropriate settings according to the subject and recording condition. This mode is recommended for beginners to take pictures easily.

•The following functions are activated automatically.

–Scene detection/Face detection/Motion detection/Backlight Compensation

AShutter button

BRecording/playback switch

MODE

1	Slide the recording/playback switch to [1] and
	press [MODE].
2	Press e/r to select [AUTO SCENE MODE] and
	then press [MENU/SET].
3	Hold this unit gently with both hands, keep your
	arms still at your side and stand with your feet

slightly apart.

C Flash

DAF assist lamp

4	Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
	• The focus indication E lights green when the subject is focused.
	• The AF area F is displayed around the subject’s face	E
	by the face detection function. In other cases, it is
	displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.
	• The focus range is 5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/50 cm
	(1.64 feet) (Tele) to 7.
	• The maximum close-up distance (the shortest
	distance at which the subject can be taken) differs
	depending on the zoom magnification.
	F
5	Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take
	the picture.

•The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card).

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