Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No.DMC-FX5PP

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Panasonic DMC-FX5PP operating instructions Operating Instructions

DMC-FX5PP specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FX5PP is a compact digital camera that gained attention for its blend of user-friendly features and advanced technologies. Designed for both amateur photographers and enthusiasts, this camera combines sleek aesthetics with robust functionality.

One of the standout features of the DMC-FX5PP is its 5.1-megapixel sensor. This resolution may seem modest by today’s standards, but during its release, it produced breathtaking images with ample detail and vibrant colors. The camera is equipped with a Leica DC VARIO-ELMAR lens, featuring a 3.6x optical zoom range. This high-quality lens contributes to the camera's ability to capture sharp, clear images, even at a distance, making it ideal for a variety of photography situations.

Panasonic’s in-camera technologies further enhance the user experience. The DMC-FX5PP includes a variety of scene modes that allow users to easily switch between settings tailored for specific environments, such as night, portrait, or landscape shots. This versatility is complemented by its Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system, which helps reduce blurriness caused by camera shake, ensuring crystal-clear photos in challenging conditions.

Another notable characteristic is the camera’s 2.5-inch LCD display, which enables easy framing and playback of images. The LCD is bright and offers decent visibility even in daylight, enhancing the overall usability of the camera. Furthermore, the DMC-FX5PP supports various shooting formats, including JPEG and RAW, giving photographers the flexibility to choose how they want to process their images afterward.

In terms of performance, the DMC-FX5PP boasts a fast autofocus system that helps in capturing spontaneous moments without missing a beat. The camera also features several creative effects and filters, allowing users to add artistic flair to their images directly from the device.

Overall, the Panasonic DMC-FX5PP remains a notable option for those seeking a compact camera with solid features and reliable performance. Its combination of quality optics, user-friendly controls, and effective stabilization makes it a great choice for everyday photography, ensuring memorable moments are captured beautifully.

Contents

Operating Instructions Dear Customer Information for Your Safety DMC-FX5 FCC Note U.S. only Contents Playback advanced Standard Accessories Strap VFC4033 USB Connection Cable K1HB08CD0004 1413 16 17 Names of the Components Battery Charger/AC Adaptor P12 Quick Guide Open the card/battery door Insert the battery. P14 Take a picture. P30 View. P45 Attach the battery to the AC adaptor Detach the battery Charging the BatteryConnect the AC cable Battery indication About the BatteryCharging environment and charging error Charging time and available recording time Preparation Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery Connect the AC cable Connect the DC cable Using the AC AdaptorOpen the terminal door About the Card Access to the card SD Memory Card suppliedMultiMediaCard optional SD Memory Card Inserting the Card Removing the Card Open the card/battery door Pass the top of the strap through Attaching the StrapStrap eyelet Set date and time Initial setting Select Clock SET from Date Printing Select M/D/Y, D/M/Y or Y/M/D Select the Setup Menu Setup MenuPress the Menu button Select the desired item Monitor Menu FunctionsAuto REVIEW1 RESET1 NO.RESET1USB Mode ECONOMY1 Language VOLUME2English Español Recording mode Playback mode Using the LCD MonitorSelecting the screen to be used Recording guide line Example of histogram About the Histogram Mode Dial Taking Pictures Select Normal Picture modeAim the AF area 1 to the point you want to focus Flash/Access Indicator B Lit Status indicator a LitPosture to take good pictures Blinking Exposure FocusingJitter camera shake Care for the camera AF/AE Lock AF Auto focus AE Auto exposure Select PICT.MODE Taking Pictures in Simple ModeSelect Enlarge 4qt6q/10t15cm or E-MAIL Auto Review Power Save P24 Other settings in Simple mode Press Checking the Recorded Picture ReviewEnlarge and shift the picture Deleting the recorded picture during the review To make subjects appear further away Wide Using the Optical Zoom Switching the flash setting Taking Pictures using the Built-in FlashAvailable flash settings Available flash range to take pictures ISO sensitivity Shutter speed for each flash mode Flash mode Recording pictures basic Compensating the Exposure Times Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Switch the self-timer setting Taking Pictures with the Self-timerFocus on the subject to take Picture Switch the burst mode setting Taking Pictures using Burst ModeNumber of pictures recorded in burst mode Take pictures Select the picture Playing Back PicturesFast forwarding/Fast rewinding Pictures Multi Playback Switch to multi screen Select the picturesTo return to the normal playback Enlarge the picture Using the Playback ZoomTo delete a picture during the playback zoom Shift the picture To delete single picture Deleting PicturesSelect the picture to be deleted Delete the picture Select the pictures to be deleted To delete multi pictures Select Multi DeleteDelete the pictures Delete all of the pictures To delete all pictures Select ALL Delete Taking Pictures using Macro Mode Technique for Portrait mode Taking Pictures using Portrait Mode Taking Pictures using Landscape Mode Shutter speed in Night portrait mode Taking Pictures using Night Portrait ModeWhen taking picture of a Flash Shutter speed Mode Landscape at night Technique for Self-portrait mode Taking Pictures using Self-portrait Mode Select Motion Rate Recording Motion ImagesStart the recording Available recording time SD Memory Motion rate Card Capacity Select W.BALANCE and set the desirable mode Setting the White Balance Select W.BALANCE and set to Setting the White Balance manually White set Adjust the white balance Finely Adjusting the White BalancePress 3 until Appears Select PICT.SIZE and set the picture size Changing the Picture Size Select Quality and set the quality Changing the Quality Select Spot Mode and set it to Taking Pictures using Spot ModePicture fixing the focus on Subject and take the picture ISO sensitivity 200 Setting ISO SensitivitySelect Sensitivity and set the ISO sensitivity Select Audio REC. and set it to on Taking Pictures with AudioTake the picture Press the Focus button Using the AF Trigger AF Focus Entering the digital zoom range Using the Digital ZoomSelect D.ZOOM and set it to on Select COL.EFFECT and set the color Using the Color Effect Select PICT.ADJ. and set it Adjusting the Quality of the Picture Picture Adjustment Select Stabilizer and set it Using the Optical Image Stabilizer Capturing images Select Flip Anim Creating Flip AnimationSelect Image Capture Check the image Select Frame Rate and set Deleting all the still images used for flip animation Playing back a created flip animation Play back the audio Playing Back Pictures with Audio Select the picture with the motion image icon Playing Back Motion ImagesTo pause Play back the motion images Rotating the Picture Example When rotating clockwiseSelect Rotate Select the direction to rotate the picture Select Dpof Print Select the picture and set Single setting/cancelSelect Single Select Dpof Print Select the pictures and set Multi setting/cancelNumber of prints Select Multi Select YES to cancel all settings To cancel all settings Select Dpof PrintSelect Cancel Select YES to index setting Index setting/cancel Select Dpof PrintSelect Index To print the date When the index is already set Preventing Accidental Erasure of the Picture CancelSelect Protect Multi setting/To cancel all settings Select Slide Show Select the following items Playing Back with Slide ShowSelect the type of pictures to play back Duration 100 Select Start Select Audio DUB Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures Audio DubbingStop audio recording Select the picture and start audio recording Select Resize Resizing the PicturesSelect the size and set it Select the picture and set it Select YES or no and set it Select Trimming Trimming the PicturesSelect the picture to trim Enlarge or decrease the picture Shift the picture and press the shutter button fully to set Select Format Formatting the CardSelect YES to format Playing back pictures with AV cable supplied Playing Back Pictures with a TV ScreenViewing pictures in other countries Playback pictures on TV with an SD Memory Card slot Select USB MODE. In the recording mode Before Connecting with USB Connection CableUSB mode PC to be connected Printer to be Connected Select Mass Storage or PTP Message Windows Drive appears on the My Computer folder Connecting to a PC Mass Storage Connecting to a PC PTP ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ Connecting to a Printer 100 Using a Printer PictBridgeSingle picture Select Single Picture Select YES and print Select the picture to print Dpof picture Select Dpof Picture 101 102 Using a Printer USB Direct-PrintSingle picture Select Single Picture Select YES and print 103 After Use Remove the card and the battery. P15104 Turn the camera off 105 Screen DisplayRecording 106 Recording in Simple mode Enlarge 107 Menu Items REC mode menu108 Play mode menu Simple mode menu109 Dpof Print P78 Slide Show P85 110 When carrying this camera, take care not to drop or hit it 111 112 113 Approximate number of recordable pictures and the sizeHdtv 114 Message Display 115 Troubleshooting 116 Clock setting is resetPicture does not appear on the television Some pixels are inactive or Always lit on the LCD monitor Digital Camera 117 Battery Pack lithium-ion Battery Charger/AC Adaptor Panasonic DE-929A118 Accessory# Description Digital Camera Accessory System119 120 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form 121 Request for Service Notice For USA Only 122 Limited Warranty For USA Only 123 Carry-In or Mail-In Service Service in Puerto Rico Customer Services Directory For USA Only124 125 Index 126 127 Guía española de uso rápidoPara abrir la tapa de la tarjeta Batería Inserte la batería Seleccione la imagen que 128Normal Quiere ver Saque una imagen 129 130 131 Panasonic Canada Inc