Preparation

[ZOOM RESUME]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

The zoom position is stored when this unit is turned off. When this unit is turned on again, the zoom automatically returns to the position it was at when this unit was turned off. (P30)

[ON], [OFF]

[MF ASSIST] (P52) (Recording mode only)

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

In manual focus, the assistance screen appears on the center of the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject.

[MF1]: The center of the screen is enlarged. You can adjust the focus while determining the composition of the whole of the screen.

[MF2]: The center of the screen is enlarged over the whole screen. This is convenient for adjusting the focus in wide angle shots for which changes in focus are difficult to grasp.

[OFF]: The screen is not enlarged.

[BEEP]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

This allows you to set the beep.

[

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No operation sound

[

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Soft operation sound

[

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Loud operation sound

[AF BEEP]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

This allows you to set the AF beep.

[ ]:

No AF beep

[ ]: Soft AF beep

[ ]: Loud AF beep

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[SHUTTER]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

This allows you to set the shutter sound.

[

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No shutter sound

[

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Soft shutter sound

[

]:

Loud shutter sound

[VOLUME]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

The volume of speakers can be adjusted in 7 steps from level 6 to 0.

•When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change.

[NO.RESET]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001.

•The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. (P112)

•A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned.

When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.

•To reset the folder number to 100, format (P110) the built-in memory or the card first and then use this function to reset the file number.

A reset screen for the folder number will then appear. Select [YES] to reset the folder number.

[RESET]

Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19)

The [REC], [CUST. SET MEM.] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial settings.

•[FAVORITE] (P98) is fixed to [OFF] and [ROTATE DISP.] (P97) is fixed to [ON].

•If the [SETUP] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset.

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Panasonic DMCFZ18K operating instructions Zoom Resume, Shutter, Volume, Reset
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DMCFZ18, DMCFZ18K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FZ18K and DMC-FZ18 are advanced digital cameras known for their impressive blend of versatility and user-friendly features. Released by Panasonic as part of their Lumix series, these models have become popular among both amateur photographers and enthusiasts looking to capture high-quality images without the complexities of professional-grade DSLRs.

One of the standout features of the DMC-FZ18 is its powerful 18x optical zoom lens. This lens provides a focal length equivalent to 28mm to 504mm in 35mm terms, allowing for remarkable flexibility in capturing subjects from wide-angle landscapes to distant wildlife. This extensive zoom range is complemented by the Intelligent Image Stabilization technology that helps to reduce the effects of camera shake, ensuring sharp and clear images even at full zoom.

The FZ18 is equipped with a 8.1-megapixel sensor that delivers high-resolution images with excellent detail. This sensor is paired with Panasonic's advanced image processing technology, which enhances the overall image quality and ensures vibrant colors and contrast. The camera also features a variety of shooting modes, including Intelligent Auto, which allows for quick and easy adjustments to settings like exposure and focus. This mode is particularly useful for photographers who want to capture great shots without manually adjusting every setting.

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