Panasonic DMC-FZ50 Press MENU/SET, Picture size and maximum zoom magnification, Menu operation

Models: DMC-FZ50 DMCFZ50K

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w Picture size and maximum zoom magnification

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Aspect

 

Picture size

Maximum

Extended

 

zoom

optical

 

ratio

 

 

 

 

 

 

magnification

zoom

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(10M)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(8.5M)

12M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7M)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(8M EZ)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7M EZ)

13.4M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Using the Digital Zoom

Further extending the zoom

The digital zoom can be set to [2M] or [4M] with [D.ZOOM] in the [REC] menu and a maximum of 48M zoom can be achieved. However, if a picture size that can use the extended optical zoom (P87) is selected, a maximum of 85.5M zoom can be achieved with the 21.4M extended optical zoom and the 4M digital zoom.

(5.5M EZ)

(5M EZ)

17.1M

(4.5M EZ)

(3M EZ) (2M EZ)

21.4M (2.5M EZ)

(2M EZ)

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w Menu operation

1 Press [MENU/SET].

• When a scene mode is selected, press in the [SCENE MODE] menu (P64),

press

to select the [REC] menu icon

[ ] and then press .

 

 

2 Press

/ to select [D.ZOOM]

and then press .

 

 

 

 

3 Press

to select [2M] or [4M]

and then press [MENU/SET].

Refer to P87 for aspect ratio settings and P87 for picture size.

“EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical Zoom”.

You can further enhance the zoom magnification with the extended optical zoom without worrying about further picture distortion.

If you set a picture size that activates the extended optical zoom, the extended

optical zoom icon [ ] is displayed on the screen when you use the zoom function.

The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.

The on-screen zoom indication may not change consecutively if you rotate the zoom ring near the Tele position when the extended optical zoom is used. This is not a malfunction.

In motion picture mode [ ] and [HIGH SENS.] in scene mode, the

extended optical zoom does not work.

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REC

 

3/5

 

AF ASSIST LAMP

ON

 

FOCUS/AE LOCK

Focus/AE

 

DIRECT EX.COMP.

OFF

 

D.ZOOM

OFF

MENU

COL.EFFECT

k

SET

SELECT

SET MENU

k

4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

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DMC-FZ50, DMCFZ50K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FZ50K, part of the FZ series, is a digital camera that exemplifies the advancements in technology and design for amateur and semi-professional photographers. Released with a unique blend of features, this camera is tailored to meet the needs of those looking for versatility and high-quality imaging in a compact body.

At the heart of the DMC-FZ50K is a 10.1-megapixel sensor that delivers exceptional detail and clarity in images. This sensor is complemented by a Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens, which features a 35mm equivalent focal length of 36mm to 432mm. This 12x optical zoom lens allows users to capture stunning landscapes as well as distant subjects with ease, making this camera ideal for a variety of shooting scenarios.

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A 2.5-inch swivel LCD display allows for easy framing of shots from various angles, while the electronic viewfinder provides an alternative for traditional shooting styles. The camera also features multiple exposure modes, including manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority, giving users creative control over their photography.

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