Taking close-up pictures

Recording Mode:

When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.10 feet) for max. W).

Display [Macro Mode]

Select [AF Macro]

ƔIt may take some time until

Take a picture

distant subjects come into focus.

display

Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject

“Tele macro” function

“Tele macro” operates automatically when Optical or Extended Optical Zoom ratios are close to the maximum T setting (16x or above for Optical Zoom). The focus can be aligned for distances as close as 1 m (3.28 feet). ( changes to )

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Taking pictures at even closer range [Macro Zoom]

To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro].

Display [Macro Mode]

Zoom lever

Select [Macro Zoom]

Adjust the Digital Zoom magnification with the zoom lever

The zoom position is fixed at the Wide end.

Focus range is 3 cm (0.10 feet) - ’.

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Digital Zoom magnification (1 x to 3 x)

ƔIn [Macro Zoom], higher magnification results in lower picture quality.

ƔWhen [Macro Zoom] is set, Extended Optical Zoom or [i.ZOOM] does not work. ƔWhen [AF Tracking] is set, zoom macro is canceled.

ƔUsing a tripod and [Selftimer] is recommended. Also, when recording a subject that is close to the camera, setting [Flash] to [Forced Flash Off] is recommended.

ƔMoving the camera after aligning the focus is likely to result in poorly focused pictures if subject is close to the camera, due to the margin for focus alignment being severely reduced.

ƔResolution may be reduced around the edges of the picture.

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Panasonic DMCZS8K manual Taking close-up pictures, Display Macro Mode Select AF Macro, Take a picture

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.

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