Using the [Setup] menu (Continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

 

 

 

 

Settings, notes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[C1] / [C2] / [C3]

 

[Cust.Set Mem.]

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register settings on

 

 

 

 

 

 

current camera. ( 51)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Auto Power LCD]:

 

[LCD Mode]

 

 

 

 

The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on

 

Make LCD monitor easier

 

 

 

 

how bright it is around the camera.

 

 

 

 

 

[Power LCD]:

 

to see.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[High Angle]:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Makes screen easier to see when taking pictures from

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

high positions. (becomes harder to see from the front)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[OFF]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• [Auto Power LCD] does not work in Playback Mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• [Power LCD] returns to ordinary brightness if there is no

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operation for 30 seconds when recording. (Press any

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

button to make brighter again).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• [High Angle] will be canceled when power is turned off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Because the picture shown on the LCD monitor screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

emphasizes brightness, some subjects may look different

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

than their actual appearance, but this will not affect the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

recorded picture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Setting [LCD Mode] will reduce the number of pictures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

that can be recorded and recording time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Rec. Info.]

 

[Guide Line]

 

[ON] (Display recording information with guide lines.)

 

Select recording

 

[OFF]

 

information display and

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Pattern]

 

types of guidelines. ( 39)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

/ : Change the patterns of guide lines.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[ON]/[OFF]

 

[Histogram]

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check subject brightness

 

 

 

 

 

 

on graph. ( 39)

 

 

 

 

 

For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu ( 17)

 

 

 

Item

 

 

Settings, notes

 

[Zoom Resume]

[ON]/[OFF]

 

 

• Cannot be set when using [Self Portrait] Scene Mode.

 

Remember the zoom

 

 

 

 

position when turning the

 

 

 

 

power off.

 

 

 

 

[Economy]

 

 

[Sleep Mode]

 

[2 MIN.]/[5 MIN.]/[10MIN.]/[OFF]:

 

Turn off the power or

Automatically shut off power while not in use.

 

make the LCD monitor

 

• To restore Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on

 

go dark while not using

 

 

the power again.

 

the camera to minimize

 

• Cannot be used in the following cases:

 

battery consumption.

 

When using AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler

 

 

 

 

 

(optional), when connected to computer/printer, during

 

 

 

 

 

motion picture recording/playback, during Slide Shows,

 

 

 

 

 

during automatic demo playback

 

 

 

 

 

• Settings fixed to [5 MIN.] in [Intelligent Auto] Mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

[LCD Power Save]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[ON]/[OFF]:

 

 

 

 

The LCD monitor goes dark to minimize power

 

 

 

 

consumption.

 

 

 

 

 

• Reduces the picture quality of the LCD monitor display

 

 

 

 

 

during recording to minimize battery consumption

 

 

 

 

 

(except for the Digital Zoom area). Note, however, that

 

 

 

 

 

there is no effect on the recorded picture.

 

 

 

 

 

• The setting in [LCD Mode] is prioritized over the setting

 

 

 

 

 

in [LCD Power Save] for the brightness of the LCD

 

 

 

 

 

monitor.

 

 

 

 

[1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[HOLD]: Auto review screen remains until a button (other

 

[Auto Review]

 

Automatically display

 

 

than the [DISP.] button) is pressed

 

[OFF]

 

still pictures immediately

 

 

• Fixed to [2 SEC.] in [Intelligent Auto] Mode.

 

after taking them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• In [Panorama Assist], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst],

 

 

 

 

 

and [Photo Frame] Scene Modes, or in [Auto Bracket],

 

 

 

 

 

and [Burst] Modes, Auto Review is performed regardless

 

 

 

 

 

of setting.

 

 

 

 

 

• Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.

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DMCZS8K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-ZS8K is a compact digital camera that combines sophistication with user-friendly features, making it an ideal choice for both photography enthusiasts and casual users. This model stands out in the ultra-zoom category, equipped with a versatile zoom lens that caters to a wide range of shooting scenarios, from sweeping landscapes to intimate close-ups.

One of the primary features of the DMC-ZS8K is its impressive 24x optical zoom lens, which offers a focal length equivalent to 24-480mm in 35mm terms. This extensive zoom range allows users to capture stunning detail from great distances, making it perfect for wildlife photography and travel snapshots. The Intelligent Zoom feature extends this capability even further, digitally enhancing zoom functionality while maintaining image quality.

At the heart of the DMC-ZS8K lies a high-resolution 16-megapixel MOS sensor, designed to produce vivid and sharp images. This sensor, coupled with Panasonic's excellent image processing technology, ensures that photos maintain clarity even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera also supports a variety of shooting modes, including Panorama, Night Portrait, and various Scene modes, making it easy for users to achieve the right photographic effect.

The camera is equipped with a 3-inch LCD display that features a high-resolution screen, offering vibrant colors and easy visibility in bright conditions. The user interface is intuitive, allowing for quick navigation through settings and captured images. For users looking to enhance their photography skills, the DMC-ZS8K includes creative filters and effects, enabling manipulation of images directly in-camera.

Another significant aspect of the DMC-ZS8K is its video recording capability. It supports full HD video recording, allowing users to capture high-quality footage with sound. The advanced optical image stabilization technology helps to minimize blurring caused by camera shake, ensuring smooth and stable videos.

Connectivity is another highlight, with built-in Wi-Fi that facilitates easy sharing of images and videos directly to social media or cloud storage. Users can connect their mobile devices to the camera for remote shooting, further enhancing its usability.

In summary, the Panasonic DMC-ZS8K is a compact powerhouse that caters to a variety of photography needs, blending advanced features with ease of use. Its combination of a versatile zoom lens, high-quality sensor, creative options, and connectivity makes it a formidable choice for anyone looking to elevate their photography experience.
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