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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 User Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100
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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX100
VQT1F52
Before connecting, operating or
adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or
send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com
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DMC-FX100ENG.book 1 ージ 2007年5月16日 水曜日 午後3時22

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeCCD
LensLeica DC Vario-Elmarit
Optical Zoom3.6x
Focal Length (35mm equivalent)28-100mm
Aperturef/2.8 - f/5.6
Shutter Speed60 - 1/2000 sec
Digital Zoom4x
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
Image StabilizationOptical
BatteryLithium-Ion
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Video Resolution848 x 480
Effective Pixels12.2 megapixels
ISO Range100-1600 (3200 in High Sensitivity Mode)
Display2.5 inch LCD

Summary

Before Use

Information for Your Safety

Important safety information and warnings for using the camera safely and preventing damage.

Preparation

Standard Accessories

List of items included with the camera and instructions to check them before use.

Names of the Components

Identification of the camera's parts with numbered labels and page references.

Quick Guide

Overview of basic operations: charging battery, inserting card, taking pictures, and playback.

Charging the Battery with the Charger

Step-by-step instructions for charging the camera battery using the provided charger.

About the Battery

Details on battery life, charging time, and conditions affecting performance.

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery

Instructions for inserting and removing memory cards and the battery pack.

About the Built-in Memory/the Card (optional)

Information on using the camera's internal memory and external memory cards.

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Instructions for setting the camera's internal clock and date.

About the Mode Dial

Explanation of the different recording and playback modes selectable via the mode dial.

Setting the Menu

How to navigate and access the camera's menu system for various settings.

About the Setup Menu

Details on important setup options like Clock Set, Auto Review, Power Save, and Economy.

Basic

Taking Pictures

Fundamental steps for capturing photos, including holding the camera and focusing.

Exposure

How the camera adjusts exposure automatically and how to compensate for dark scenes.

Focusing

Information on the autofocus system and when manual focus adjustment might be needed.

Color

How the camera handles color and white balance adjustments for natural-looking photos.

Preventing jitter (camera shake)

Tips and indicators to avoid blurry photos caused by camera shake.

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode

Simplified shooting mode for beginners, with basic menu options.

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

How to use the optical zoom and extended optical zoom for closer shots.

Using the Digital Zoom

How to extend zoom further into the digital zoom range and its effects.

Checking the Recorded Picture (Review)

How to view recorded pictures immediately after taking them in REC mode.

Playing back/Deleting Pictures

How to play back and delete recorded pictures from built-in memory or card.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

About the LCD Monitor

Overview of the camera's LCD monitor and its display elements.

Changing the information displayed

How to customize the information shown on the LCD screen during shooting.

Recording guide line

Using grid lines on the LCD for better composition and subject alignment.

Histogram

Explanation of the histogram feature for checking picture exposure.

Brightening the LCD Monitor (Power LCD/High angle mode)

How to adjust LCD brightness for better visibility in different shooting conditions.

Switching to the appropriate flash setting

How to select the correct flash mode for different shooting situations.

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

Detailed guide on utilizing the camera's built-in flash for various lighting conditions.

The available flash range to take pictures

Information on effective flash distances based on ISO sensitivity and zoom.

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

How to use the self-timer to take photos remotely, including different delay options.

Compensating the Exposure

How to adjust exposure manually for correct brightness in challenging lighting.

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket

How to capture multiple shots with different exposures automatically.

Changing the sensitivity according to the movement of the subject being recorded

How the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity and shutter speed based on subject movement.

Taking Close-up Pictures

How to take macro shots of subjects like flowers, with focus range details.

Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene mode)

Using scene modes to optimize camera settings for specific shooting environments.

Motion Picture Mode

How to record videos, including starting, stopping, and aspect ratio settings.

Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture

How to record the number of days passed since a departure date for vacation tracking.

Displaying the Time at the Travel Destination (World Time)

How to set and display local times for different time zones while traveling.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

How to access and use the recording mode menu for various camera settings.

[W.BALANCE]

How to adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction under different lighting.

[SENSITIVITY]

How to adjust ISO sensitivity for shooting in different light conditions, balancing noise and brightness.

[ASPECT RATIO]

How to change the picture's aspect ratio to match different display or printing needs.

[PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY]

How to select picture resolution and compression quality for optimal use.

[AUDIO REC.]

How to record still pictures with accompanying audio narration or explanation.

[METERING MODE]

How to choose the metering method for measuring scene brightness.

[AF MODE]

How to select the autofocus mode for different shooting scenarios and subjects.

[STABILIZER]

How to use the image stabilizer to reduce blur from camera shake.

[BURST]

How to take rapid sequences of photos using burst mode, with speed and quantity details.

[AF ASSIST LAMP]

How the AF assist lamp helps focus in low light and its activation settings.

[SLOW SHUTTER]

How to use slow shutter speeds for brighter images in dark scenes.

[COL.EFFECT]

How to apply color effects like cool, warm, sepia, or black and white to pictures.

[PICT.ADJ.]

How to adjust picture quality settings like contrast, sharpness, and saturation.

Advanced (Playback)

Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

How to view multiple recorded pictures simultaneously on the screen.

Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback)

How to browse pictures organized by their recording date using a calendar view.

Using the Playback Zoom

How to enlarge recorded pictures for detailed inspection after playback.

Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures with Audio

How to play back recorded video clips and still pictures that include audio.

Creating still pictures from a motion picture

How to extract single still images from recorded video clips.

Using the [PLAY] mode menu

How to access and use the playback menu for various picture management functions.

[SLIDE SHOW]

How to play back recorded pictures automatically in sequence on a TV.

[FAVORITE]

How to mark pictures as favorites for easier selection and slide shows.

[CATEGORY]

How to search and sort pictures by recording information like scene modes.

[ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE]

How to automatically or manually rotate pictures for correct display orientation.

[DATE STAMP]

How to add shooting date, age, or travel date information to recorded pictures.

[DPOF PRINT]

How to set print order information for compatible photo printers.

[PROTECT]

How to protect pictures from accidental deletion.

[AUDIO DUB.]

How to add audio recordings to still pictures after they have been taken.

[RESIZE]

How to reduce picture size for emailing or website use, with quality considerations.

[TRIMMING]

How to crop and enlarge specific parts of a picture.

[ASPECT CONV.]

How to convert pictures from 16:9 aspect ratio to 3:2 or 4:3.

[COPY]

How to copy picture data between the built-in memory and memory cards.

[FORMAT]

How to initialize the built-in memory or a memory card, erasing all data.

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC

How to connect the camera to a PC using a USB cable for data transfer.

Printing the Pictures

How to connect the camera directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for direct printing.

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

How to connect the camera to a TV using AV cables for playback.

Others

Screen Display

Explanation of the various icons and information displayed on the camera's screen.

Cautions for Use

Important precautions for optimal use and care of the camera, including handling and environment.

Troubleshooting

Guide to resolving common camera issues, categorized by problem type.

TV, PC and printer

Troubleshooting connection and display issues with TVs, PCs, and printers.

Miscellaneous Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for miscellaneous issues like unreadable language or disabled auto review.

Specifications

Digital Camera: Information for your safety

Basic specifications and safety information for the digital camera.

Power Source

Specifications for the camera's power source and consumption.

Camera effective pixels

Technical details about the camera's image sensor and pixel count.

Lens

Specifications for the camera's lens, including zoom range and aperture.

Focus

Details on the camera's autofocus modes and focus ranges.

Motion picture recording

Specifications for motion picture recording, including aspect ratio and resolution.

Number of recordable pictures

Specifications for the number of recordable pictures based on settings and media.

ISO sensitivity

Specifications for the camera's ISO sensitivity range and modes.

Shutter speed

Specifications for the camera's shutter speed range and modes.

White balance

Specifications for the camera's white balance settings.

Recording media

Specifications for supported recording media, including built-in memory and cards.

Picture size

Specifications for available picture sizes in different aspect ratios.

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