Recording

[Sensitivity]

Applicable modes:

This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.

 

 

Settings

 

Description of settings

[AUTO]

 

The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the

 

brightness.

 

 

 

 

 

• Maximum [800] (With the flash on [1600])

 

 

 

 

The ISO sensitivity is adjusted according to the movement of the

[

 

] ([i.ISO])

 

subject and the brightness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Maximum [1600]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[100]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[200]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[400]

 

The ISO sensitivity is fixed to various settings.

 

 

 

 

[800]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[1600]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[3200]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[100]

[3200]

Recording location

 

When it is light (outdoors)

When it is dark

(recommended)

 

 

 

 

Shutter speed

 

Slow

Fast

 

 

 

 

 

 

Noise

 

Less

Increased

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jitter of the subject

 

Increased

Less

 

 

 

 

 

 

∫About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control)

The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject.

•The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is continuously changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.

Note

•For the focus range of flash when [AUTO] is set, refer to P54.

•The ISO sensitivity is automatically set under the following conditions.

–When recording motion pictures

–When [Burst] is set to [ ]

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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.

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