Advanced (Recording pictures)

[REC] mode: ¿

Taking pictures that match the scene being

recorded (¿: Scene mode)

When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture.

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Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!], and then press [MODE].

Touch [SCENE MODE].

Touch the scene mode to select.

Menu screen can be switched by touching [2]/[1] in left and right of the screen.

The menu screen is switched to the recording screen in the selected scene mode.

About the information feature

If the information is [ON], explanations about the selected

scene mode will be displayed when the scene mode is touched in step 3.

Note

If you touch [SCN] during the recording screen of the scene mode, the screen will be returned to the one described in above step 3.

Refer to P44 for information about the shutter speed.

The scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the scene mode is changed.

When you take a picture with a scene mode that is not adequate for the purpose, the hue of the picture may differ from the actual scene.

The following items cannot be set in scene mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting.

[INTELLIGENT ISO]/[SENSITIVITY]/[METERING MODE]/[I.EXPOSURE]/ [COLOR EFFECT]/[PICT.ADJ.]

Touch AF/AE can be used except for following scene modes.

[STARRY SKY]/[FIREWORKS]

[I.EXPOSURE] is activated automatically except for following scene modes.

[NIGHT SCENERY]/[FOOD]/[PET]/[HI-SPEED BURST]/[STARRY SKY]/[FIREWORKS]/ [BEACH]/[SNOW]/[AERIAL PHOTO]

*[PORTRAIT]

When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance of the persons concerned and make their skin tones look healthier.

Technique for Portrait mode To make this mode more effective:

1 Rotate the zoom lever to maximum Tele position.

2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.

Note

The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

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Panasonic DMC-FX500 Taking pictures that match the scene being, Portrait, REC mode ¿, About the information feature

DMC-FX500 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FX500 is a versatile compact digital camera that showcases Panasonic’s commitment to innovation and user-friendly technology. Launched as part of the Lumix series, this camera gained popularity for its blend of advanced features and compact design, making it suitable for both amateur photographers and those more experienced.

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