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3:The LCD monitor flickers indoors.

The LCD monitor may flicker for a few seconds after turning the camera on

indoors under fluorescent light. This is not a malfunction.

4:The LCD monitor is too bright or dark.

Adjust the brightness of the screen. (P19)

Is the power LCD function or high angle mode activated?

5:Black, red, blue and green dots appear on the LCD monitor.

These pixels do not affect the recorded

pictures.

This is not a malfunction.

6:Noise appears on the LCD monitor.

In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the LCD monitor.

This does not affect the pictures you are recording.

• Flash

1 : The flash is not activated.

Is the flash setting set to Forced OFF

[[_]?

-Change the flash setting. (P35)

The flash is not activated when motion

picture mode [_], [SCENERY] (P46), [NIGHT SCENERY] (P47), [SUNSET] (P49), [HIGH SENS.] (P49), [STARRY SKY] (P49), [FIREWORKS] (P50) or [AERIAL PHOTO] (P51)in scene mode is selected.

2:The flash is activated 2 times.

When you select red-eye reduction (P36), the flash is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then activated again for the actual recording.

• Playback

1 : The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction.

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The camera has a function that automatically rotates the display of pictures recorded holding the camera vertically. (If you take pictures when aiming the camera up or down, the camera may recognize that it is being held vertically.)

You can display the pictures without being rotated when [ROTATE DISR] (P71) is set to [OFF].

You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P71)

2:The picture is not played back.

Is the mode dial set to playback [[_]?

Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card?

The pictures on the built-in memory appears when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted. (P14)

3:The folder number and the file number

are displayed as [--] and the screen turns black.

Is the picture edited with a PC or

recorded with a digital camera from another manufacturer?

This may also happen if the battery is removed immediately after recording or if recording with a exhausted battery. -Format the data to delete the pictures

mentioned above. (P80) (Formatting irretrievably deletes all data including the other pictures. Check the data carefully before formatting.)

4:The picture is displayed with a date different from the actual recording date in calendar playback.

Was the picture edited with a PC or

recorded with a digital camera from another manufacturer?

This kind of picture may be displayed with a date different from the actual

recording date in calendar playback. (P66)

Did you record the pictures after setting the clock correctly on this unit? (P15)

For example, if the clock setting on the camera is different from the date and

time set on the PC and you acquire pictures recorded with the camera to

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Panasonic DMC-FX12, DMC-FX10 LCD monitor flickers indoors, Noise appears on the LCD monitor, Flash is activated 2 times

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.

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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.

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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.