Using the Setup menu, Clock Set, World Time

Basics

Using the [Setup] menu

[Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use.

••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42)

●●In [Intelligent Auto] Mode, only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Beep] and [Stabilizer Demo.] are set.

[Clock Set]

Set time, date, and display format. (→19)

[World Time]

Set the local time at travel destination. (→94)

■■Settings

[Destination]: Set the local time at travel destination. [Home]: Set date and time at home area.

[Travel Date]

Record the number of days elapsed in your travels. (→93)

■■Settings [Travel Setup]

[SET] (Register departure and return dates) / [OFF]

[Location]

[SET] (Input name of location) / [OFF]

[Beep]

Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds.

■■Settings [Beep Level]

/ / : Low / High / Mute

[Beep Tone]

/ / : Change beep tone.

[Shutter Vol.]

/ / : Low / High / Mute

[Shutter Tone]

/ / : Change shutter tone.

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Panasonic DMCZS25K, DMC-ZS25 owner manual Using the Setup menu, Clock Set, World Time, Travel Date, Beep

DMC-ZS25, DMCZS25K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-ZS25, also known as the DMC-ZS25K, stands out as a compact, travel-friendly camera that merges advanced features with user-friendly functionality. Designed for photography enthusiasts and casual shooters alike, this camera produces high-quality images while maintaining ease of use.

One of the DMC-ZS25's most notable features is its powerful 20x optical zoom lens, which allows users to capture stunning images from a distance, ensuring that subjects remain sharp and detailed. This is complemented by a 24mm ultra-wide angle, perfect for landscape photography or large group shots. The camera sports a 16.1-megapixel MOS sensor, enabling it to deliver vibrant and true-to-life colors, along with impressive low-light performance.

In terms of technology, the DMC-ZS25 incorporates Panasonic's Intelligent Auto mode, which automatically adjusts settings like exposure and focus for optimal results, making it ideal for beginners. Additionally, the camera supports Full HD video recording at 1920 x 1080p, allowing users to capture precious moments in high quality, with options for both AVCHD and MP4 formats.

The DMC-ZS25 also features advanced image stabilization technology, which minimizes the effects of camera shake, ensuring clear images even in challenging shooting conditions. The camera's maximum ISO sensitivity of 6400 enhances its performance in lower-light environments, providing flexibility for various shooting scenarios.

A 3.0-inch LCD touchscreen display offers an intuitive interface, making it easy for users to navigate through settings, review images, and compose shots. Furthermore, the integrated Wi-Fi connectivity allows for seamless sharing of images to social media or other devices, enhancing the camera's usability in today's connected world.

Its compact design makes it an ideal travel companion, fitting easily into pockets or bags, without compromising the quality typically found in bulkier models. The camera also features a variety of shooting modes, including night mode, panorama, and creative filters, giving users the flexibility to explore their creativity.

Overall, the Panasonic DMC-ZS25 blends functionality, portability, and high-quality imaging technologies, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their photography experience while on the go. Whether for casual snapshots or more thoughtful compositions, this camera delivers outstanding performance and versatility.

Contents

Customers only Register online at Contents Changing recording information Application RecordTaking pictures with Exposure Determining aperture and shutter Connecting with other devices Application ViewOthers Condensation When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up Before useCamera handling No compensation for missed shots Always take a test shot firstCarefully observe copyright laws Also refer to Usage cautions and notes →159 Optional accessories Standard Accessories Names and Functions of Main Parts LCD monitor Exposure buttonPlayback button →109 DISP. button Charging About batteries that you can use with this unit Charging battery Insert the battery all the way Slide to the Open position and open the card/battery doorClose the card/battery door To remove battery Charging the battery through the computer Charging the batteryMake sure that the camera is turned off Charging lamp indications Remaining battery Recording still picturesRecording conditions by Cipa standard Recording motion pictures Recording conditionsViewing pictures Inserting and removing the card optional Open the card/battery DoorSlide to the Open position Insert the card all the way Saving your pictures cards and built-in memory Built-in memory approx MBCompatible memory cards optional When Rec Format is MP4 When Rec Format is AvchdRecording capacity guidelines pictures/recording time Recording picture capacity still pictures Setting the clock Press the Camera ON/OFF buttonPress MENU/SET to set Select Clock Set from the Setup menu or Rec menu Changing time settingsSet the date and time Perform steps . →19 Sequence of operations Aim the camera and shoot Play back picturesPress the Camera ON/OFF button to turn off the camera Take a picture Taking pictures with your own settings Adjusting focus Adjust focus according to subjectReturn to desired composition Using flash Taking pictures with automatic settings Settings Happy color settingAbout Backlight Compensation Automatic Scene Detection IHandheld Nite Shot Motion Deblur IHDR AF Tracking Press to set AF Mode to AF Tracking Intelligent Auto Mode restrictions Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recordingPress the motion picture button again to end recording About the recording format for recording motion pictures About the compatibility of the recorded motion picturesMP4 Motion picture recording in other recording modes Basics Viewing your pictures Press the playback buttonView pictures Viewing motion pictures Operations during motion picture playback Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Viewing a list of pictures Multi Playback Zooming in and viewing Playback Zoom Searching pictures by the recording date Calendar search Press / button to delete displayed picture Deleting pictures To delete multiple up to 50/To delete all pictures Press to select a setting, and then press MENU/SET Setting the menuExample Changing AF Mode in the Rec menu in Program AE Mode Press / button several times Menu type Using Quick menu Clock Set Using the Setup menuWorld Time Travel Date Settings 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Speaker VolumeCust.Set Mem Monitor Display Guide Line Monitor Luminance Histogram Settings on / OFFVideo Rec Area Zoom Resume Settings 2MIN. / 5MIN. / 10MIN. / OFF Auto Power OffMonitor Power Save Economy Reset No.ResetUSB Mode Reset Rec. settings? Reset setup parameters? Output Settings 3D / 2DViera Link 3D Playback Version Disp Rotate Disp Language Format Stabilizer Demo Press DISP. button to change display Changing recording information display Zoom In/Out Using Zoom Optical Zoom Extended optical zoomZoom types and use Digital Zoom Zoom Taking pictures with flash Available flash range when Sensitivity setting is Auto 60∗2 1/2000th ∗3 1/2000th Shutter speeds for each flash mode Macro Zoom Enlarging close-up subjects Taking close-up pictures Focus range Shortest recording distance Taking pictures with self-timer Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Aperture-Priority Mode Determining aperture and shutter speed and recordingPress Exposure button Shutter-Priority Mode Manual exposure assist estimate Manual Exposure Mode Changing the selected picture effects Creative Control menu Taking Pictures with different picture effects Retro ExpressiveHigh Key Low Key Dynamic Monochrome SepiaImpressive Art High Dynamic Adjusting color Cross ProcessToy Effect Miniature Effect Star Filter Soft FocusOne Point Color Selecting color Recording panorama pictures Panorama Shot Mode Check the recording direction and press MENU/SETPress the shutter button halfway to focus Tips Press the shutter button fully again to end recording About panorama playback Taking pictures according to the scene Changing the selected scene mode Scene Mode menu Portrait Soft SkinScenery Sports Night PortraitNight Scenery What is HDR? Handheld Night ShotFood To record age and name Use cursor button to select Exit and press MENU/SETBaby Pet High Sens Starry SkyGlass Through Underwater About White Balance Tips for recording pictures 3D Photo Mode Registering your own settings and recording Press MENU/SET to enter the settings Set mode dial to / Custom modeWhen changing the menu settings Use cursor button to select custom set Burst function Setting Speed Description No. Pictures Setting Recording with the Face Recognition function Recording tips when registering face picturesHow the Face Recognition function works During recording During playback Record the face picture Press to select the item for editing and press MENU/SETRegistering face pictures Editing or deleting information about registered persons To record Location Useful features for travel Select World Time from the Setup menu When you come back from your travel destinationTo set summer time Editing text Entering Text Setting guide Using the Rec menuAspect Ratio Picture Size Sensitivity Quality White Balance White Balance fine adjustment excluding AWB AWB operational range Setting White Balance manually 100 AF Mode Quick AF 101 102 Metering ModeFace Recog Exposure 103 ResolutionMin. Shtr Speed Digital Zoom 104 Color ModeBurst AF Assist Lamp Red-Eye Removal 105 106 Settings W/O Time / with Time / OFFStabilizer Date Stamp 107 Using the Motion Picture menuRec Format Rec Quality 108 Settings onContinuous AF Wind Cut 2D/3D Settings Different playback methods Playback Mode109 All 110 Use cursor button to select Setup and press MENU/SETUse cursor button to select Filtering and press MENU/SET Slide Show Select Start with cursor button and press MENU/SET Set to your preferred settings and press MENU/SET Operations during Slide Show 112 Filtering Play 113 114 Use cursor button to select date to playbackCalendar 115 Retouching picturesSelect a still picture to retouch during playback and press Operation from the Playback menu Creative Retouch 116 117 Press to select a setting 118 119 Using the Playback menuEnter characters Entering text →95 Title Edit Text Stamp 120 121 Items that can be stampedRetouch Video Divide 122 Resize 123 Cropping 124 125 FavoriteTo clear all Print Set 126 Protect 127 Face Rec Edit 128 Copy 129 130 Viewing on TV screenConnect camera to TV Turn on TV 131 What is Viera Link HDMI? 132Viera Link Hdmi Hdavi Control 133 134 To select and play back only still pictures recorded in 3DViewing 3D still pictures 135 136 Copying by inserting the SD card into the recorderDubbing playback pictures via AV cables optional Computer specifications Click Applications Click Recommended InstallationKeeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC 137 PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE 138LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version Windows XP / Vista / 7 About supplied softwares 139 To cancel connectionConnect camera to computer Operate with your computer 140 For PTP modeFolder and file names on computer Windows Printing 141Connect camera to printer Printing multiple pictures 142Multi Select Select All Use cursor button to select setting and press MENU/SET Making print settings on the camera143 144 Printing with date and textPrinting date without Text Stamp 145 Insert DC coupler instead of battery Open DC coupler cover List of LCD monitor displays 146Recording List of LCD monitor displays 147 Playback 148 149 150 Message displays 151 Troubleshooting 152This unit is turned off automatically Cannot use Auto Bracket 153Motion picture recording stops midway Panorama picture recording stops before finishing 154 Cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures 155Incorrect date displayed in Calendar Search Thumbnail is displayed is shown on the screen Red areas in pictures appear blackened 156TV screen display different to LCD monitor Cannot play motion pictures on TV. Card is inserted into TV Edges of pictures are cut off when printing 157Cannot print panorama pictures properly 158 Usage cautions and notes When in use159 Caring for your camera 160 When not using for a whileMemory cards LCD Monitor 161 When using a tripod or unipodAC adaptor supplied Lens 162 3D viewingPersonal Information

Panasonic DMCZS25K, DMC-ZS25 Using the Setup menu, Clock Set, World Time, Travel Date, Beep

Models: DMC-ZS25 DMCZS25K