Recording Motion Images

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[Preparations]

Insert the card. (P15)

Set the power switch to [ON]. (P17)

1 Set the mode dial to motion image

mode [ ].

2 Center the subject on the LCD

monitor and press the shutter button halfway.

When the focus is adjusted, the focus indication 1 [¥] appears.

3 Pressing the shutter button fully, the recording starts.

The status indicator 2 blinks when recording the motion image.

The audio REC starts simultaneously.

The picture size is fixed at 320 a 240 pixels.

4 Pressing the shutter button fully again, recording stops.

If the memory of the card becomes full during the recording, the recording is stopped automatically.

The motion image is recordable for up to approximately 19 seconds per capture.

After recording the motion image, the status indicator blinks while recording it in the memory card and after recording it, the status indicator lights. Do not operate the camera while recording to the memory card.

In motion image mode [ ], [SENSITIVITY] is set to [AUTO] automatically and you cannot select [D. ZOOM], [PICT. SIZE] and [QUALITY].

In motion image mode [ ], flash mode is set to Forced OFF [ ].

In motion image mode [ ], you cannot take pictures with burst mode or compensate the exposure.

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Panasonic DMC-LC20PP operating instructions Recording Motion Images

DMC-LC20PP specifications

The Panasonic DMC-LC20PP, introduced as part of Panasonic's Lumix series, embodies a fusion of innovation and user-friendliness, catering to both amateur photographers and seasoned enthusiasts. This compact digital camera, renowned for its lightweight design and robust functionality, was designed for versatility and performance, making it an ideal choice for capturing stunning images on the go.

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