Basic

Note

Built-in memory can only store data as the [VGA] of [MP4].

The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.

Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction.

ISO sensitivity will operate as [AUTO] in Motion Picture Recording other than Creative Video. Also, [ISO Limit Set] will not function.

There is a risk that the sound of zoom and button operations and the rubbing of the lens cap string will be recorded, and so care is necessary.

The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves etc. depending on the environment of the motion picture recording.

About zooming while recording motion pictures

Operating the zoom while recording motion pictures can take time for the image to come into focus.

If the Extended Optical Zoom are used before pressing the motion picture button, those settings will be cleared, so the shooting range will change dramatically.

Even if the aspect ratio setting is the same in still and motion pictures, the angle of view may change at the start of the motion picture recording.

When [Video Rec Area] (P60) is set to [ON], angle of view during motion picture recording is displayed.

If you end motion picture recording after a short time when using [Miniature Effect] of the Creative Control Mode, the camera may go on recording for a certain period. Please continue to hold the camera until the recording finishes.

It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor (optional) when recording motion pictures.

If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded.

Motion pictures cannot be recorded in the following cases.

[Panorama Shot]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode)

[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode)

It will be recorded in the following categories for certain Recording Modes. A motion picture recording matching each Recording Mode will be performed for the ones not listed below.

Selected Recording Mode

Recording Mode while recording motion

picture

 

Program AE Mode

 

Aperture-Priority AE Mode

 

Shutter-Priority AE Mode

Normal motion picture

Manual Exposure Mode

 

[Sports]/[HDR]/[Pet] (Scene Mode)

 

 

 

[Baby1]/[Baby2] (Scene Mode)

Portrait Mode

 

 

[Night Portrait]/[Night Scenery]/[Handheld Night Shot]

Low Light Mode

(Scene Mode)

 

 

 

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Panasonic DMC-FZ200K, DMC-FZ60K owner manual About zooming while recording motion pictures, Selected Recording Mode

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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