Application (Record)

Taking pictures with self-timer

Recording mode:

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

Press [  ] button (  )

Use to select [Self Timer] and press [MENU/SET]

••To change the time setting, press the [DISP.] button and select a time setting with

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Take a picture

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

Self-timer indicator (Flashes for set duration)

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

To cancel self-timer

In step , select [  ] or [  ].

●●When using zoom, the camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to secure the camera in place with a tripod or by other means.

●●The self-timer is canceled if the camera is turned off as [Self Timer Auto Off] is set to [ON] at the time of purchase. (→70)

●●After Self-timer indicator stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF Assist Lamp. ●●This function cannot be used in the following cases:

••[High Speed Video] Scene Mode ••When recording motion pictures

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Panasonic DMC-ZS40 Taking pictures with self-timer, 105, Press button Use to select Self Timer and press MENU/SET