212, Object seems to be warped | Panasonic DMC-FZ60, DMC-FZ200

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The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene.

•When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.

•When recording subjects in extremely bright locations or recording under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture, mercury lamp, sodium lighting etc., the colors and screen brightness may change or horizontal striping may appear on the screen.

Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the LCD monitor during recording.

•This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. It appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction.

It is recorded in pictures or motion pictures.

•It is recommended that you take pictures while taking care not to expose the screen to sunlight or any other source of strong light.

Motion picture recording stops in the middle.

•Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures.

•Depending on the type of the card, recording may stop in the middle.

>If motion picture recording stops during use of a card of at least “Class 4” or if you use a card that has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, the data-writing speed is lower. In such cases, we recommend that you make a backup of the data and then format (P68) the card in this unit.

Object seems to be warped.

•Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor. This is not a malfunction.

Zoom does not operate properly.

•Is the [Conversion] (P145) set to [ ] or [ C ]?

(DMC-FZ200)

The zoom cannot be controlled with the side lever.

•Has [Side Lever] (P57) been set to [FOCUS]?

>Set [Side Lever] to [ZOOM].

Subject cannot be locked. (AF tracking not possible)

•Set the AF area to the distinctive color of the subject if there is a part that is different from the surrounding color. (P95)

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DMC-FZ200, DMC-FZ60, DMC-FZ60K, DMC-FZ200K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FZ200K and DMC-FZ60K, along with their respective models DMC-FZ200 and DMC-FZ60, represent a significant blend of advanced technology and user-friendly design in the world of digital compact cameras. These models cater to photography enthusiasts seeking versatility, high-quality imagery, and impressive zoom capabilities.

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In conclusion, the Panasonic DMC-FZ200K, DMC-FZ60K, DMC-FZ200, and DMC-FZ60 are feature-rich cameras that offer exceptional image quality, impressive zoom capabilities, and user-friendly operation. They are ideal choices for anyone looking to elevate their photography skills, whether capturing breathtaking landscapes or moments in action.

Panasonic DMC-FZ60 212, Motion picture recording stops in the middle, Object seems to be warped

Models: DMC-FZ200 DMC-FZ60 DMC-FZ60K DMC-FZ200K