Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’

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	Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’	52
Useful features for travel		53
•	TRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination)	53
•	WORLD TIME
	(Registering local time at your overseas destination)	54

	Using REC menu		55
10	•	PICTURE SIZE	55
	•	QUALITY	55
	•	ASPECT RATIO	56
	•	INTELLIGENT ISO	56
	•	SENSITIVITY	57
	•	WHITE BALANCE	58
	•	METERING MODE	59
	•	AF MODE	59
	•	CONTINUOUS AF	60
	•	BURST	61
	•	I.EXPOSURE	61
	•	DIGITAL ZOOM	62
	•	COLOR MODE	62
	•	STABILIZER	62
	•	MIN. SHTR SPEED	63
	•	AUDIO REC	63
	•	AF ASSIST LAMP	63
	•	CLOCK SET	63
		Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD)	64
11 • Taking clipboard pictures			64
	• Viewing clipboard pictures		64
	• Zoom mark		65
	• CLIPBOARD menu		65
12 Quick setting			66

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Panasonic DMC-TZ5, DMC-TZ4 Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’, Taking/viewing clipboard pictures Clipboard

DMC-TZ5, DMC-TZ4 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-TZ4 and DMC-TZ5 are compact digital cameras that exemplify the evolution of pocket-sized photography, blending compact design with advanced features. Introduced as part of Panasonic's Lumix series, these models are especially designed for travel enthusiasts who desire high performance in a portable package.

The DMC-TZ4, with its 9.1 megapixel sensor, delivers stunning image quality, ensuring that every detail is captured with precision. It features a 10x optical zoom lens, equivalent to a 25-250mm range in 35mm film terms, allowing users to zoom in on distant subjects without sacrificing clarity. The lens is incorporated with Panasonic's advanced optical image stabilization technology, which significantly reduces the impact of camera shake, offering clearer and sharper images even at maximum zoom.

The DMC-TZ5 improves upon its predecessor with a higher resolution 10.1 megapixel sensor and an enhanced Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens that maintains the same zoom capabilities while offering improved low-light performance. Both cameras feature Intelligent Auto mode, which automatically adjusts settings based on shooting conditions, making photography accessible even for beginners. The scene modes available, such as Portrait, Scenery, and Night Portrait, provide versatility for various shooting scenarios.

Another noteworthy characteristic is the high-definition movie recording capability. The DMC-TZ5 stands out with its ability to capture 720p HD videos, enhancing the multimedia experience. Both models include a 2.5-inch LCD display that features a wide viewing angle, allowing users to compose shots and review images easily, even in bright sunlight.

With a built-in GPS feature in the DMC-TZ5, users can geotag their photos effortlessly, making it easier to recall locations during travel. Battery life is commendable, providing ample shots on a single charge, and both models offer quick start-up times and fast autofocus, minimizing the chances of missing fleeting moments.

In summary, the Panasonic DMC-TZ4 and DMC-TZ5 combine powerful imaging capabilities with ease of use, making them ideal companions for both casual photographers and serious travelers. Their compact design, combined with rich features and solid performance, reflects Panasonic’s commitment to enhancing the photographic experience in a compact form.

Contents

DMC-TZ4 Dear Customer Serial No Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Following Applies only in the U.S.AFCC Note U.S. only Model No About the battery charger About the battery packBattery charger Shipped. Charge When the camera isBattery and set the clock before use To play back the pictures RecordP.28 Capture moving scenes ‘MOTION Picture Mode’ 1 P.52 Give card to shop assistant to print pictures Using your PCWith DVD recorder Save to DVD or hard disk AV cable supplied Setting the clock Standard AccessoriesCards and built-in memory Taking close-up pictures Taking pictures with Deleting pictures Your own settingsSubject within accessible Positioning camera Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’ Taking/viewing clipboard pictures Clipboard Digital Camera Accessory Using Playback menuUsing with your PC Request for Service Notice To prevent damage and faults Read first Standard Accessories CD-ROM Speaker P.23 Microphone REC/PLAY switchStatus indicator Display button LCD monitor Align to correct mode Macro mode P.40 menu display/set/finishExposure Charging light Charge Charging batteryFold out pins Plug into electrical outlet Playback time Approx 380 mins Preparations 2 Inserting battery and card Picture save destination cards and built-in memory Remaining battery and memory capacityWhen in operation Compatible memory cards sold separately Adjust year, month, date, time Preparations 3 Setting the clock and languageTurn on the power While this message is displayed Select the item Select the settingBring up the menu Finish Using your pictures P.72-80 Playback Mode menu REC/PLAY switchSetup menu REC/PLAY switch Making the camera more convenient to use P.22-27 Preparations 5 Using Setup menu Beep Beep Level Volume LEVEL3 LEVEL6Travel Date Travel Setup Beep Tone Auto LCD OFF Economy Power SaveOFF/2MIN./ 5 MIN. /10MIN OFF /15SEC./30SEC Reset Setup PARAMETERS? NO.RESET YES / noReset Reset REC. SETTINGS? YES/NO USB Mode Select on Connection Scene Menu OFF/ Auto Video OUT Ntsc /PALTV Aspect Dial Display Format YES/NO Demo ModeLanguage Set to Take a picture To use flash Backlight compensationAuto or Forced flash off To adjust coloring Own settingsTo adjust image Brightness To take close-up pictures Taking pictures with your Align focus for desired composition First adjust focus according to subjectReturn to desired composition Max. enlargement Zoom In/OutOptical zoom and extended optical zoom EZ DMC-TZ4 12.8x Picture size is 7.5M or more To enlarge quickly to max. ratio ‘EASY ZOOM’Picture size is 7M or less Picture quality is temporarily reduced Select ‘DIGITAL ZOOM’ Enlarging further ‘ Digital ZOOM’Display REC menu Digital zoom area is displayed within zoom bar on screen To enlarge playback zoom Basics 4 Viewing your pictures PlayScroll through pictures To rotate pictures To delete multiple up to 50 or all pictures Histogram Applications 1 Changing recording informationPress to change display Guide lines Display ‘FLASH’ Select the desired type Applications 2 Taking pictures with flashCan also be selected with Cannot be used with Motion Picture mode Scene modes Available types in each mode default settingFocus range according to ISO sensitivity and zoom Motion Picture mode Mode dialSet to Normal Picture mode or Applications 3 Taking close-up pictures Zoom ratio Focus range Max.W Mode dial set to 1When not using Macro 3 Zoom ratio Max.W Max.T Focus range Focus will be automatically Adjusted immediately Applications 5 Taking pictures with self-timerDisplay ‘SELFTIMER’ Select time duration Before recording if shutter Display ‘EXPOSURE’ ExposureSelect a value Menu Set to Set to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’ Select sceneTo avoid displaying scene SCN1 and SCN2 Sunset High Sens Portrait Soft Skin Self Portrait Scenery SportsPET Starry SKY Soft Scene Uses, TipsPortrait Skin Party NightFood Candle Baby Sunset HI-SPEED HighSens Burst Snow BeachFireworks Multi AerialPhoto Aspect Aspect and picture quality Set REC/PLAY switch toStart recording DMC-TZ5 only Applications 9 Useful features for travel Travel Date Record travel date and destination Registering local time at your overseas destination World TimeSet your home area Set-up Mode dial → Press ‘MENU/SET’ → Select ‘QUALITY’ P.20 REC/PLAY switchSetting guide Picture Size Slow-moving subject Fast-moving subject Aspect RatioIntelligent ISO Movement of subject Slow Fast Sensitivity Sensitivity100 1600 White Balance AF Mode Metering ModeHigh-speed focus Continuous AF Burst BurstNo. of pictures Free Stabilizer Color ModeDigital Zoom Set color effects AF Assist Lamp MIN. Shtr SpeedAudio REC Clock SET Taking clipboard pictures Set mode dial toTaking/viewing clipboard Take a clipboard picture To register zoom enlarged size and position Zoom markTo view registered ratio and position Select item and setting Set to Display ‘Quick setting’Example Normal Picture mode Set to multiple screen display To restoreViewing as list Select picture with and press ‘MENU/SET’ Creating still pictures from motion pictures DMC-TZ5 only Set-up REC/PLAY switch Set mode dial to any except1Select and play picture Operations during motion picture playback Dual Play DMC-TZ5 only Different playback methodsNormal Play Select screen Select picture Select playback method Applications 3 Different playback methodsSlide Show Set playback effects View pictures Category PlaySelect the category Favorite Play Title Edit Applications 4 Using Playback menuCalendar Select ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’ and set Select picture Select items and make settings for each Text Stamp Select ‘SINGLE’ Using Playback menuResize Select size Trimming Select ‘MULTI’ in on the left Select sizeSelect ‘YES’ and set Select picture with and set Select area to trim Select ‘YES’ and set Aspect ConvSelect picture Rotate Rotate Disp Close menu FavoriteSelect picture repeat Select ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’ Dpof PrintSet number of pictures Audio DUB Select picture and make settingProtect Select image and start recording Select copy method direction CopySelect picture with and set for Select ‘YES’ Any except Operate with your computer see nextCard Built-in memory Remove card To play motion pictures on your computer If using Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Mac OSFolder and file names on computer MEMO0001.JPG Select picture to print with and set CardInsert card Built-in memory Remove card Select ‘MULTI PRINT’ in on the previous Printing multiple picturesPrint with date and text Select item Make settings before selecting ‘PRINT START’ Select settingLetter Turn on camera Connect camera to TV Turn on TVSet to auxiliary input 1080i-compatible View on TV with component terminalHold here Check socket direction and insert straight Component cable Others 1 List of LCD monitor displays Recording Playback Press the display button to change display P.14 Others 2 Message displays Read Error Please Check the Card Memory Card Error Please Check the CardMemory Card Error Memory Card Parameter Error Write Error Please Check the Card Pictures appear dark or have poor coloring Which cards can I use?How can I easily send pictures to my computer? How do I get the date printed? Camera switches off as soon as power is turned on Camera does not work even if power is turned onLCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on Cannot record pictures Reddish vertical line smear appears during recording Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is onRecorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference Motion picture recording stops midway Two flashes emitted Date/age is not displayedNo flash emitted Pictures have been rotated TV screen display different to LCD monitor Cannot print when connecting to printerNo image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored Cannot play motion pictures on TV Camera rattles if shaken Edges cut off pictures when printingMenu not displayed in desired language Cannot set ‘AUTO REVIEW’ When in use Others 4 Usage cautions and notes Memory cards Others 5 Recording picture/time capacity Varies according to ‘PICTURE MODE’ P.52 settingQuality DMC-TZ5 DMC-TZ4 30fps169H 15fps169H 30fps169 L 10fps169 L Specifications Microphone Dimensions excluding the projection partFlash Speaker Optional accessories Product name Battery Pack Product name AC adaptor Product no Digital Camera Accessory Order Form Visa Request for Service Notice Request for Service Notice For USA OnlyUSA Only Panasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Limited Warranty For USA OnlyLimited Warranty Coverage Carry-In or Mail-In Service Customer Services Directory For USA Only Accessory Purchases Avertissement CE QUI Suit NE S’APPLIQUE QU’AU Canada Propos du chargeur de batterie Propos du bloc-batterieChargeur de batterie List of LCD monitor displays P.88 Dial Display Mode dial display100 Multi Aspect Mode DMC-TZ5 only Pictures with Audio Memo Memo Panasonic Canada Inc One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3

Panasonic DMC-TZ5, DMC-TZ4 operating instructions Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’

Models: DMC-TZ5 DMC-TZ4

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Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE’

Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD)

DMC-TZ5, DMC-TZ4 specifications