Changing the Clock Setting

Preparation

Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P38)

•The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6.

•The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.)

Note

•If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo studio to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or [Text Stamp].

•If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera.

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Panasonic DMC-SZ7 owner manual Changing the Clock Setting

DMC-SZ7 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-SZ7K, also known as the DMC-SZ7, is a compact digital camera that blends convenience with powerful features, making it an ideal choice for photography enthusiasts and casual shooters alike. Designed for portability, the SZ7 boasts a sleek and compact design that fits comfortably in your pocket, enabling you to carry it effortlessly wherever you go.

One of the standout features of the DMC-SZ7 is its high-resolution sensor. Equipped with a 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor, the camera captures stunning and detailed images, even in challenging lighting conditions. This impressive resolution allows for large prints and cropping without sacrificing image quality, making it a versatile option for various shooting scenarios.

The DMC-SZ7 features a 10x optical zoom lens, which provides a versatile focal range from wide-angle to telephoto. This flexibility allows users to capture landscapes, portraits, and distant subjects with ease. The Intelligent Zoom function further enhances this capability by extending the zoom range to 12x while maintaining image quality. This makes it easy to get close to the action without having to compromise on clarity.

Another noteworthy aspect of the DMC-SZ7 is its advanced image stabilization technology. The Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) effectively reduces the impact of camera shake, ensuring smooth and sharp images, especially when shooting in low light or at full zoom. This feature is particularly beneficial for capturing spontaneous moments, where stability can be a challenge.

Panasonic's commitment to user-friendly operation is evident in the DMC-SZ7's intuitive interface. The camera offers various shooting modes, including Scene Modes and Creative Control, allowing users to experiment with different settings and effects. Additionally, the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode automatically adjusts settings to optimize image quality, making it easy for beginners to achieve great results without deep technical knowledge.

The DMC-SZ7 also supports HD video recording, with the ability to capture 720p videos at 30 frames per second. This capability opens up new creative possibilities, allowing users to document their experiences in dynamic motion. The built-in HDMI output facilitates easy connection to HD televisions for playback, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Furthermore, with its sleek aesthetics, the DMC-SZ7 is available in a stylish black finish, adding a touch of sophistication to its portability. Whether you're at a family event, traveling, or simply enjoying a day out, the Panasonic DMC-SZ7K offers a well-rounded package of performance, convenience, and versatility, making it an excellent option for anyone seeking a reliable compact camera.

Contents

F1211MR0 Contents 103 Using Viera Link Hdmi 111Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Video Divide 100 Care of the camera About Condensation When the lens is fogged upDo not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure Standard Accessories Or Press Names and Functions of Main Parts Strap eyelet About batteries that you can use with this unit Charging the Battery Insert the battery into the camera to charge it Inserting the Battery Check that this unit is turned off Charging About the charging lamp When using the AC adaptor suppliedBattery indication Battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor MP4 Recording still picturesRecording conditions by Cipa standard Recording motion pictures Playback time Playback Do not touch the connection terminals of the card Inserting and Removing the Card optional Card Following operations can be performed using this unitAbout the Built-in Memory/the Card Built-in Memory Preparation Number of recordable pictures Available recording time when recording motion picturesMP4 Press MENU/SET to set Setting Date/Time Clock SetSlide the REC/PLAY switch to ! and then turn the camera on Clock is not set when the camera is shipped Changing the Clock Setting Direction Detection Function Rotate Disp Tips for taking good picturesFit the strap and hold the camera carefully Preventing jitter camera shake Selecting the Recording Mode Recording Mode Taking pictures using the automatic function Portrait Scenery Low Light Macro When taking picturesWhen recording motion pictures Scene Detection Changing the settings IHDR Backlight Compensation IHandheld Nite ShotAbout the flash P53 Normal Picture Mode Taking pictures with your favorite settings Range of focus during the Intelligent Auto Mode FocusingCm 0.16 feet 6.6 feet M 4.9 feet Compose the picture About the recording format for recording motion pictures Recording Motion PicturesStart recording by pressing the motion picture button Applicable modes About zooming while recording motion pictures MP4 Picture size Flash setting is fixed to ŒRecording still pictures while recording motion pictures Picture size Press 2 or Slide the REC/PLAY switch toPlaying Back Pictures Normal Play Selecting a picture Rotate the zoom lever towards Z T Using the Playback ZoomDisplaying Multiple Screens Multi Playback Rotate the zoom lever towards L W Playing Back Motion Pictures Press 3 to pause motion picture playback Press MENU/SET Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then Press Once deleted, pictures cannot be recoveredDeleting Pictures To delete a single picture To delete multiple pictures up to 50 or all the pictures When Delete Multi is selected Press MENU/SET Setting menu items Setting the Menu Using the Quick Menu Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press MENU/SETPress 3/4 to select the menu item and then press MENU/SET Travel destination area About the Setup MenuSetting Date/Time Destination Travel destination is recorded at the time of recording OFFElapsed days are not recorded Location SET Brightness Beep LevelBeep Tone 1 / 2 Shutter Vol High Guide Line ¢ Can be set only when Recording Mode is setLCD Mode Rec. Info Pattern ON/OFF Histogram Angle of view for motion picture recording can be checkedVideo Rec Area Pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed Sleep Mode2MIN./5MIN./10MIN./OFF ECO LCD Power Save 1SEC 2SEC USB Mode Reset the file number of the next recording toNo.Reset Reset Viera Link Set to match the type of TVTV Aspect Output Vertically Display so that they are displayedSet the language displayed on the screen Stabilizer Demo Demo Demo ModeAuto Demo on OFF Press DISP. to change Recording ModePlayback Mode About the LCD Monitor Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele Using the ZoomRotate the zoom lever towards Wide Screen display Set the flash to match the recording Taking Pictures Using the Built-in FlashSwitching to the appropriate flash setting  Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects Available flash range Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode Flash setting Shutter speed Sec Shutter speed for each flash settingFlash setting Taking Close-up Pictures AF Macro/Macro Zoom Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed Taking Pictures with the Self-timerPicture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed Towards positive Towards negative Compensating the ExposureUnderexposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure D0 EV J1 EV I1 EV Taking Pictures Using Auto BracketIs set for the flash when Auto Bracket is set With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture Record pictures that look like dioramas Miniature Effect Mode Taking pictures that match the scene being Recorded Scene Mode This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape PortraitSoft Skin Scenery Panorama Shot About playback Night Scenery Technique for Night Portrait ModeSports Night Portrait Press 4 to select Exit and then press MENU/SET to finish To cancel Age and Name Select the OFF setting in stepFood Baby1/Baby2 Glass Through PetSunset High Sens Technique for taking 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures 3D Photo ModeYou cannot record 3D pictures in vertical orientation Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Point of recording when registering the face images Face Settings Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press MENU/SET Change or delete the information for a registered person Perform in Face SettingsPress 3/ 4/ 2/ 1 to select the priority and then press Display the entry screen Entering Text Applicable modes Using the Rec MenuFor details on Rec menu settings, refer to P38 Picture Size Quality Settings Description of settings Jitter of the subject SensitivityAbout Intelligent ISO sensitivity control White Balance Finely adjusting the White Balance Setting the White Balance manuallyPress MENU/SET to finish AF Mode About š Face Detection Exposure Settings ON/OFFQuick AF Face Recog Min. Shtr Speed ResolutionDigital Zoom Burst Settings Description of settings Number Recordable picturesFlash setting is fixed to ‰ Flash setting is fixed to Œ except for AF Assist Lamp Color ModeRed-Eye Removal Stamp the year, month, and day StabilizerDate Stamp Clock Set Rec Mode Using the Motion Picture MenuRec Quality This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically Settings AUTO/OFFContinuous AF Wind Cut You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods Various methods of playback Operations performed during slide show Slide Show Duration or Repeat can be set Changing the slide show settingsSettings Description of settings Duration Effect About the categories to be sorted Filtering PlayPress 3/4/2/1 to select the category Then press MENU/SET to set Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back CalendarYou can display pictures by recording date Auto Retouch Having Fun with Recorded PicturesBrightness and color of the pictures taken can be balanced Effect Creative Retouch Upload Set Using the Playback MenuSelect the picture, and then press MENU/SET to set Upload to the image sharing sites MENU/SET to set Multi settingTitle Edit Select the picture, and then press Text Stamp Baby/Pet Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press MENU/SETPress Press 3 to select OK, and then press MENU/SET Face Recognition 100 It cannot be restored once dividedVideo Divide Resize 101 Cropping 102Zoom lever T Enlargement Zoom lever W Reduction 2/1 Move Favorite 103Select the picture, and then press MENU/SET Print Set 104 To print the date 105 Protect 106 Face Rec Edit 107 Copy 108 To connect with an Hdmi mini cable optional Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen109 Connect the camera and a TV 110 Preparations Set the Viera Link to ON. P47 Using Viera Link HdmiWhat is the Viera Link Hdmi Hdavi Control? 111 Other linked operations Turning the power off Automatic input switching112 Select 3D Play in Filtering Play in the Playback Mode. P91 Playing back 3D pictures113 Preparations Set the 3D Playback to 3D. P47 114 115 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion PicturesCopy by inserting the SD card into the recorder 116 Copy the playback image using an AV cable 117 Copying to a PC using PHOTOfunSTUDIOInstall PHOTOfunSTUDIO to the PC Connect camera to PC Copy the images to a PC using PHOTOfunSTUDIO 118 Connecting to a PCPC that can be used Press 3/4 to select PC, and then press MENU/SET 119Operate the PC Desktop 120 Select the destination to upload 121Uploading the images to sharing sites Start up the LUMIXUP.EXE by double-clicking it. P120 122 Printing the PicturesPress 3/4 to select PictBridgePTP, and then press MENU/SET Press Press 3/4 to select an item and then press MENU/SET 123Selecting a single picture and printing it Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Num.of prints Print Settings124 Print with Date Paper Size 125 126 When printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paperLayout Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit 127 Screen DisplayRecording Age P66 128 129 About the LCD monitor 130About the Lens 131 Disclaimer 132Do not bend or drop the card About the personal information About tripods or unipods When not using the camera for a long period of time133 About the picture data 134 Message Display Folder cannot be created This battery cannot be used135 Insert SD card again/Try another card Recording TroubleshootingBattery and power source 136 137 Subject cannot be locked. AF tracking not possible 138Motion picture recording stops in the middle Recording by Panorama Shot is ended before finishing LCD monitor 139Flash Playback 140 Sound of the recorded motion pictures sometimes breaks up 141Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black Thumbnail is displayed appears on the screen TV, PC and printer 142 Others 143 144 Hdavi Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation