Taking pictures with self-timer

Recording Mode:

We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds.

Display [Selftimer]

Select time duration

Take a picture

Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.

• To cancel while in operation → Press [MENU/SET]

Self-timer indicator (Flashes for set duration)

●Focus will be automatically adjusted immediately before recording if shutter button is pressed fully here.

●After self-timer indicator stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF Assist Lamp.

●This function cannot be used in the [Underwater] and [Hi-Speed Burst] Scene Modes, or when recording motion pictures.

●[10sec.] cannot be chosen in [Self Portrait] Scene Mode.

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Panasonic MC-ZS8, DMC-TZ18 Taking pictures with self-timer, Display Selftimer Select time duration Take a picture

DMC-TZ18, MC-ZS8 specifications

The Panasonic MC-ZS8 and DMC-TZ18 are two impressive models from Panasonic, designed to cater to varying user preferences in the realm of compact cameras. Both of these devices showcase Panasonic's commitment to innovation and technological advancement, making them standout choices for photography enthusiasts.

The MC-ZS8 is renowned for its user-friendly interface, making it accessible for both novice and experienced photographers alike. A key feature of the ZS8 is its 14.1-megapixel sensor, which delivers stunningly clear images with vibrant colors. The camera boasts a 24mm wide-angle lens with a 16x optical zoom, allowing users to capture expansive landscapes or zoom into distant subjects without losing detail. The Intelligent Zoom feature further extends this capability without sacrificing image quality, making it easier for users to frame their subjects perfectly.

Additionally, the MC-ZS8 is equipped with advanced image stabilization technology, which compensates for hand shake and helps produce sharp photos even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera also includes a variety of shooting modes, such as night scene, portrait, and sunset, catering to diverse photographic needs.

On the other hand, the DMC-TZ18 builds on the strengths of its predecessor with several noteworthy enhancements. This model features a similar 14.1-megapixel sensor but incorporates a high-quality LEICA lens that further improves image clarity and detail. The TZ18 also provides a powerful 21x optical zoom, significantly increasing versatility, particularly for capturing wildlife or distant subjects.

One of the standout characteristics of the DMC-TZ18 is its Full HD video recording capability, allowing users to capture high-resolution videos with exceptional clarity. This feature makes it an attractive option for those who enjoy both photography and videography. The camera also includes a variety of scene modes and artistic filters, enabling users to get creative with their shots.

Both models come with a range of connectivity options, facilitating easy sharing of images and videos. They offer a range of built-in effects and editing tools, allowing users to enhance their photos on the go.

Overall, the Panasonic MC-ZS8 and DMC-TZ18 are excellent choices for anyone looking to improve their photography skills or capture life’s moments with high-quality images. With their combination of features, ease of use, and advanced technologies, these cameras stand out in the compact camera market.

Contents

Model No. DMC-ZS9 DMC-ZS8 DMC-TZ18 Contents Application Record Contents Before use Camera handlingCondensation lens clouding No compensation for missed shots Always take a test shot firstCarefully observe copyright laws Also refer to Usage cautions and notes →120 Optional accessories Standard Accessories Microphone∗ →61 REC/PLAY switchLCD monitor Exposure button Detach the battery after charging is completed Charging the batteryAbout batteries that you can use with this unit Charging light Charge Approx min Approx pictures By Cipa standardApprox minutes Recording conditions by Cipa standard VQT3H43 Slide to the Open position and open the lid Inserting and removing the card optional/ the batteryClose lid To remove Open DC coupler cover Insert DC coupler instead of battery previousDC coupler AC adaptor Align the marks to connect Picture save destination cards and built-in memory Inserting and removing the card optional BatteryCompatible memory cards optional Type of Card Capacity When in operation Remaining battery and memory capacityRecording capacity guidelines pictures/recording time Recording picture capacity still pictures Turn on the power Setting the clockPress MENU/SET Confirm the setting and press MENU/SET Press MENU/SET Bring up the menu Select the Setup menu Setting the menuSelect the setting Select the item Playback Mode menu REC/PLAY switch Motion Picture menu REC/PLAY switch Using the Setup menu LCD Mode Auto Power LCDPower LCD C1 / C2 / C3 LCD Power Save Economy Sleep Mode MIN./5 MIN./10MIN./OFFZoom Resume ON/OFF SEC./2 SEC Reset Rec. settings? No.ResetReset Reset setup parameters? USB Mode Restored. Check When a card/built-inOutput TV Aspect Demo Mode LanguageStabilizer Demo Taking still pictures Recording motion pictures Basic shooting operation Holding the camera Mode dial Intelligent Auto Mode Taking pictures with automatic settingsRecording Mode Take a picture Select either Auto or Forced Flash Off To use flash About Happy colors Set AF Mode to AF TrackingFace Detection and Face Recognition AF Tracking Program AE Mode Taking pictures with your own settingsShutter button Set to Program AE Mode Focus display Return to desired composition Focus display flashes and beep sounds when focus is not Taking pictures with zoom Zoom In/OutZoom types VQT3H43 Zoom Easy Zoom For zooming rapidly to maximum ratio Press to change zoom ratioChange of zoom ratio Zoom 4 times further than Optical/Extended Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Viewing your pictures Normal Play Playback ModeSet to Scroll through pictures To enlarge Playback Zoom Set to Press to delete the displayed picture Select Yes Deleting picturesTo delete multiple up to 50 or all pictures Select type of deletion Press to change display Changing recording information displayHistogram Guide lines Uses Display Flash Select the desired type Available flash range when Sensitivity setting is Auto Taking close-up pictures Display Macro Mode Select AF MacroTake a picture It may take some time until Taking pictures at even closer range Macro Zoom Focus range Macro ModeRanges for focus alignment differ for Scene Modes Shortest recording distance∗1 Display Selftimer Select time duration Take a picture Taking pictures with self-timer Display Exposure Select a value Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording while exposure is changed Display Auto BracketAutomatically Auto Bracket Aperture-Priority Mode Determine aperture and recordDetermine aperture value Set to Shutter-Priority Mode Shutter-Priority ModeDetermine shutter speed and record Determine shutter speed Determine aperture and shutter speed and record Manual Exposure ModeDetermine aperture and shutter speed Manual exposure assist estimate Cust.Set Mem. Registering your own settings Register your own settings and recordCustom Mode Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered Select custom set Custom Switch to your own settings and record When the scene menu is not displayed →17 Scene ModeTaking pictures according to the scene Set to Select and set the scene Portrait Scene Uses, TipsSoft Skin Tips Self Assist How to select a scene →53 Using flash in Scene Modes →41Sports Night Party FoodCandle Light Burst Hi-SpeedFlash Starry Snow BeachAerial Photo Frame Dynamic Saving commonly used scenes My Scene ModeTaking pictures in registered Scene Modes Changing registered Scene Modes Set the mode dial to Start recording Taking motion pictures Motion Picture ModeEnd recording Microphone Rec Quality Taking motion pictures Motion Picture ModeDisplay the Rec menu Quality Recording with the Face Recognition function Face RecogDuring playback Recording tips when registering face pictures Registering face picturesRecord the face picture For Rec menu setting procedures →17 Select the item to edit and make the settingAbout settings To set the Face Recognition function to OFF Information about registered people can be edited or deleted Editing or deleting information about registered persons For Rec menu setting procedures →17 Recording Mode ∗ Useful features for travelTravel Date To record Location World Time Select World Time from the Setup menu →17Select Home Select Destination Set your home area Set destination area Recording Mode Settings Using the Rec menuSetting guide Aspect Ratio Sensitivity QualitySet quality of picture Fine High quality, priority to picture quality AWB operational range White Balance Setting White Balance manually White Balance fine adjustment excluding AWB AF Mode VQT3H43 Recording Mode Settings ON/OFF Metering ModeQuick AF Face Recog Recording Mode Settings LOW/STANDARD/HIGH/OFF ResolutionRecording Mode Settings ON/i.ZOOM/OFF Exposure This is fixed to on when Macro Zoom is set BurstNo burst Set color effects Color Mode Red-Eye Removal AF Assist LampStabilizer Automatically detects and prevents jitter Set the clock. Same function as that in Setup menu Recording Mode Settings W/O TIME/WITH TIME/OFFDate Stamp Clock Set Continuous AF Using the Rec menu for motion picturesWind Cut For details →62 Select item and setting Using Quick menuSetting items displayed vary depending on Recording Mode Set to Display Quick menu Editing text Entering Text Set to Set to multiple screen display To restoreViewing as list Multi Playback/Calendar Playback Turn to T side Watching motion pictures Set to Select the motion picture and start playbackOperations during motion picture playback Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways Different playback methods Playback Mode Slide Show Different playback methods Playback ModeSelect the playback method Set playback effects For switching Playback Mode procedure →87 Operations during Slide ShowDuring motion picture playback Select the refining method using , and press MENU/SET Filtering PlayCalendar Upload Set Using the Playback menu Title Edit Playback Mode Uploading to image-sharing websitesTo clear all You can give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures Text Stamp For the Playback menu setting procedure →17Multi up to 50 pictures Screen varies according to picture size, etc Items that can be stamped Select Single Select size ResizeSelect still picture Select Yes Select Multi in step above Select size Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas Cropping To cancel → Press MENU/SET again Favorite picture setting Select Single or Multi Select picture and make settingSelect Cancel in step and select Yes To cancel while releasing all Press MENU/SET Print Set Repeat steps and when using Multi up to 999 picturesSelect Single or Multi Select picture Set number of pictures Protect May not be effective when using other devices Select Replace or Face Rec EditFor another Select the picture Select Yes Select a person Copy Select the copy method directionSelect picture with and press MENU/SET for Select Yes Computer specifications Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Turn on power of bothCamera and computer Connect camera to computer Operate with your computer Folder and file names on computer When using Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Mac OSWindows Macintosh Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites Using PHOTOfunSTUDIO to copy pictures to your computerDouble-click LUMIXUP.EXE to start it Select the upload destination Select PictBridgePTP on the camera Printing Print with date and text Printing multiple picturesSelect All Printing date without Text Stamp Select setting Make settings before selecting Print start When TVs or DVD recorders have an SD card slot Turn on camera Set REC/PLAY switch toViewing on TV screen Connect camera to TV Turn on TV Recording List of LCD monitor displays Press the DISP. button to change display →39 Playback Message displays Read Error/Write Error Please check the card This battery cannot be usedFolder cannot be created Troubleshooting Cannot use Auto Bracket Try checking these items →114 119 firstRecorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference Motion picture recording stops midway Brightness is unstable LCD monitor dims during motion picture recordingMonitor flickers indoors Monitor is too bright/too dark Incorrect date displayed in Calendar Playback Folder/file number displayed as -. Picture is blackThumbnail is displayed is shown on the screen Blacken red areas of recorded pictures Edges of pictures are cut off when printing Cannot print when connecting to printerNo image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored TV screen display different to LCD monitor Camera rattles if shaken Menu not displayed in desired languageAF Assist Lamp is not illuminated Camera is hot Usage cautions and notes When in use When not using for a while Lens Personal Information

Panasonic MC-ZS8, DMC-TZ18 owner manual Taking pictures with self-timer

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