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Panasonic DC-S5M2X

Panasonic DC-S5M2X
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Operating Instructions / Owners Manual
<Complete Guide>
Digital Camera
DC-S5M2X
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product.
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DVQP2992ZA
F0423NT0
until
2023/6/1

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Panasonic DC-S5M2X Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelDC-S5M2X
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Before Use

Essential information and precautions before operating the camera for the first time.

Names of Parts

Identifies and describes the various parts and buttons on the camera.

Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Explains the process of charging the camera's battery pack.

Attaching a Lens

Instructions on how to attach interchangeable lenses to the camera body.

Basic Operations

Selecting the Recording Mode

Explains how to select different shooting modes using the mode dial.

Camera Setting Operations

Details how to operate camera settings using various controls.

Menu Operation Methods

Explains how to navigate and operate the camera's menu system.

Taking Pictures

Basic Picture Operations

Covers the basic steps and operations for taking still pictures.

Recording Videos

Basic Video Operations

Covers the basic steps and operations for recording videos.

[Rec Quality]

Sets the image quality for video recording based on various parameters.

Focus Zoom

Selecting the Focus Mode

Explains how to select the appropriate focus mode for subject movement.

Using AF

Details the Auto Focus system and its various settings and operations.

Selecting the AF Mode

Explains how to select different AF modes to match subject position.

Record Using MF

Guides the user on how to perform manual focusing operations.

Drive Shutter Image Stabilizer

Selecting the Drive Mode

Explains how to switch drive modes like Single, Burst, etc.

Image Stabilizer

Explains the in-body and in-lens image stabilization systems.

Metering Exposure ISO Sensitivity

[Metering Mode]

Explains the different metering modes for measuring scene brightness.

Manual Exposure Mode

Guides on manually setting aperture and shutter speed for exposure.

Exposure Compensation

Details how to adjust exposure compensation for brighter or darker images.

Locking Focus and Exposure (AFAE Lock)

Explains how to lock focus and exposure settings for composition changes.

ISO Sensitivity

Covers how to set the camera's light sensitivity (ISO).

White Balance Image Quality

White Balance (WB)

Explains how to correct color casts caused by lighting for accurate colors.

Flash

Using an External Flash (Optional)

Information on attaching and using external flash units.

Setting Flash

Explains how to set various flash functions and modes.

Video Settings

Recording Modes Specifically for Video (Creative VideoS&Q)

Explains Creative Video and Slow & Quick modes for video recording.

Audio Settings

Explains various settings for audio recording and input.

Special Video Recording

Slow & Quick Video

Guides on creating slow motion and quick motion videos using frame rate settings.

Log Recording

Enables Log recording for rich gradation and post-production color grading.

HDMI Output (Video)

Output of RAW Video Data

Explains the process of outputting RAW video data via HDMI to external recorders.

Using an External SSD (Commercially Available)

Connecting the External SSD

Step-by-step guide on connecting an external SSD to the camera.

Playing Back and Editing of Images

Playing Back Pictures

Explains how to display and navigate through recorded still images.

Playing Back Videos

Details the process of playing back recorded video files.

[Video Repair]

Explains how to repair video files that could not be completed normally.

Camera Customization

Fn Buttons

Details how to register and use functions assigned to Fn buttons.

Custom Mode

Explains how to register and use custom recording modes.

Wi-Fi Bluetooth

Connecting to a Smartphone

Guides on connecting the camera to a smartphone via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Operating the Camera with a Smartphone

Explains how to control camera functions remotely using a smartphone.

Streaming Function

Stream by Operating a Smartphone

Guides on how to start streaming using the smartphone app.

Connecting to Other Devices

Tethered Recording

Explains how to control the camera and record via PC using software.

Materials

Message Displays

Lists common camera messages and their response methods.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera problems and issues.

Cautions for Use

Important warnings and precautions for using the camera safely and properly.

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