Panasonic DMCTS4D, DMCTS4K, DMCTS4A, DMC-TS4K Underwater, Fixing the focus underwater AF Lock

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[Underwater]

This is optimal for taking pictures underwater deeper than 12 m (40 feet) by the use of the marine case (DMW-MCFT3: optional).

¢This camera has a waterproof/dustproof function equivalent to “IP68”. It is possible to take pictures in 12 m (40 feet) depth for 60 minutes.

Press [MODE].

Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Underwater], and then press [MENU/SET].

∫Fixing the focus underwater (AF Lock)

You can fix the focus before taking a picture with AF lock. This is useful if you want to take pictures of a fast moving subject, etc.

1Aim the AF area at the subject.

2Press 2 to fix the focus.

•The AF lock icon appears when the subject is focused.

•Press 2 again to cancel AF lock.

•When you press the zoom button, the AF lock is canceled. In this case, focus on the subject and fix the focus again.

•You cannot set to AF lock when [AF Mode] is set to [ ].

∫About the white balance

You can adjust the hue to your preferred setting using [WB Adjust.] (P97).

Note

•To prevent water leakage, make sure that there are no foreign objects, such as sand, hair, dust, etc., clamped and close the side door all the way until it clicks. Also, read “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera” (P8) before using the camera.

•Dip the camera in fresh water in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less after using it, then wipe the water off with a soft, dry cloth. (P11)

•Positioning is not possible underwater, because the GPS signals cannot reach the camera.

•When there is a significant amount of matter floating in the water, set the flash to [Œ].

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