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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX550 User Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX550
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Operating Instructions
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX550
VQT1Y85
Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelLumix DMC-FX550
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before Use

Quick Guide

Overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera.

Names of the Components

Identifies and explains the various parts and buttons of the camera.

How to Use the Touch Panel

Instructions on operating the camera using the touch-sensitive LCD monitor.

How to Use the Touch Panel

What can be done by touch operation

Examples of operations possible by touching the LCD monitor for recording and playback.

Preparation

Charging the Battery

Instructions on how to properly charge the camera's battery before first use.

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery

Procedure for correctly inserting and removing memory cards and the battery.

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Guide to setting the camera's internal clock and date for accurate recording.

Selecting the [REC] Mode

Instructions on how to switch between different recording modes like Intelligent Auto.

Basic

Taking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

How to use the camera's automatic mode for easy picture taking.

Taking pictures with your favourite settings (Programme AE mode)

Guide to using Programme AE mode for manual control over settings.

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

How to use optical, extra optical, and digital zoom for framing shots.

Deleting Pictures

Procedure for deleting single or multiple pictures from the camera.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

About the LCD Monitor

Explanation of the LCD monitor's display modes and indicators during recording.

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

How to select and use the camera's built-in flash for various shooting conditions.

Taking Close-up Pictures

Techniques for capturing detailed close-up shots of small subjects.

Taking Pictures with Focus and Exposure Set on Subject (Touch AF/AE)

Using touch panel to set focus and exposure on a specific subject.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Taking Pictures with Set Aperture (Aperture-priority AE)

Controlling aperture priority for depth of field effects in photography.

Taking Pictures with Set Shutter Speed (Shutter-priority AE)

Setting shutter speed priority to control motion blur and capture action.

Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually (Manual exposure)

Manual control over both aperture and shutter speed for complete exposure control.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Compensating the Exposure

Adjusting exposure compensation to correct under or overexposed images.

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket/Colour Bracket

Using auto bracket for exposure variations or colour bracket for colour effects.

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

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

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[PORTRAIT]

Mode for taking portraits of people outdoors, improving skin tones.

[SOFT SKIN]

Mode for softening skin texture in portraits, effective for chest-up shots.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[TRANSFORM]

Scene mode for recording subjects as slim or stretched with smooth skin.

[SELF PORTRAIT]

Mode for taking pictures of oneself, utilizing the self-timer and focus assist.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[SCENERY]

Mode for capturing wide landscape views with optimal settings.

[PANORAMA ASSIST]

Mode to assist in creating panorama images by guiding shot alignment.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[SPORTS]

Mode for capturing fast-moving subjects like sports events.

[NIGHT PORTRAIT]

Mode for taking portraits in low light, ensuring real-life brightness.

[NIGHT SCENERY]

Mode for capturing vivid nightscapes with optimized settings.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[FOOD]

Mode for photographing food with natural hues under ambient lighting.

[PET]

Mode for photographing pets, allowing birthday and name settings.

[HIGH SENS.]

Mode for minimizing subject jitter and capturing images in dimly lit rooms.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[HI-SPEED BURST]

Mode for shooting rapid movement or decisive moments with continuous shooting.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[FLASH BURST]

Mode for continuous shooting with flash, useful in dark places.

[STARRY SKY]

Mode for capturing vivid pictures of starry skies or dark subjects with long exposures.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[FIREWORKS]

Mode for capturing beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky.

[SUNSET]

Mode for capturing vivid pictures of sunset views, emphasizing red colors.

[BEACH]

Mode for vivid blue pictures of sea/sky and preventing under exposure in sunlight.

[SNOW]

Mode for capturing snow scenes as white as possible.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

[AERIAL PHOTO]

Mode for taking pictures through an airplane window.

[PIN HOLE]

Picture taken darker with soft focus around the subjects.

[FILM GRAIN]

Picture taken with a grainy texture as though blasted with sand.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Motion Picture Mode

Mode for recording motion pictures with audio, including setting recording quality.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Taking a picture with Face Recognition function

Using the camera's face recognition to automatically focus and adjust exposure.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture

Recording vacation dates to track which day pictures were taken.

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time)

Setting world time to display and record local times at travel destinations.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[PICTURE SIZE]

Setting the number of pixels for the pictures to adjust detail and print size.

[QUALITY]

Setting the compression rate for pictures, balancing quality and file size.

[ASPECT RATIO]

Selecting the aspect ratio of pictures to suit printing or playback.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[INTELLIGENT ISO]

Automatically setting ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to minimize jitter.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[SENSITIVITY]

Setting the light sensitivity (ISO sensitivity) for taking pictures in different lighting.

[ISO LIMIT SET]

Setting the upper limit for ISO sensitivity within the available range.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[WHITE BALANCE]

Adjusting white balance to match the light source for accurate color reproduction.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

Setting the colour temperature

Manually setting color temperature for natural pictures in different lighting conditions.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[AF MODE]

Selecting the focusing method to suit subject position and number.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[METERING MODE]

Changing the optical measurement method to measure brightness for exposure.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[I.EXPOSURE]

Automatically adjusting contrast and exposure for scenes with brightness differences.

[BURST]

Taking pictures continuously by holding the shutter button pressed.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[DIGITAL ZOOM]

Enlarging subjects further than optical zoom using digital magnification.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[COLOR EFFECT]

Setting color effects for recorded pictures like B/W, Sepia, Cool, Warm.

[PICT.ADJ.]

Adjusting picture quality by modifying contrast, sharpness, saturation, and noise reduction.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[STABILIZER]

Automatically compensating jitter during picture taking for stable images.

[MIN. SHTR SPEED]

Setting minimum shutter speed to brighten dark places or reduce subject blur.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[AUDIO REC.]

Recording audio simultaneously with the image for memos or commentary.

[AF ASSIST LAMP]

Using the AF assist lamp to help focus in low light conditions.

Advanced (Playback)

Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show)

Playing back pictures sequentially with music and adjustable intervals.

Displaying Multiple Pictures ([MULTI PLAYBACK])

Displaying multiple pictures on the screen simultaneously for comparison.

Displaying Pictures by Recording Date ([CALENDAR])

Viewing pictures organized and displayed by their recording date.

Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY])

Searching and playing back pictures grouped by category or marked as favorites.

Advanced (Playback)

Organizing pictures ([EASY ORG.])

Using touch panel for favorite settings, editing, and deleting pictures easily.

Advanced (Playback)

[RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels)

Reducing picture size for email or website use, optimizing for smaller dimensions.

[TRIMMING]

Enlarging and clipping the important part of a recorded picture.

[LEVELING]

Adjusting the minute tilting of an image for a level horizon.

Advanced (Playback)

[TITLE EDIT]

Adding text comments or titles to pictures.

[TEXT STAMP]

Stamping recording date/time, age, travel date, or title onto pictures.

Advanced (Playback)

[PROTECT]

Setting protection for pictures to prevent accidental deletion.

[DELETE]

Procedure for deleting selected pictures from the camera.

Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu

[EDIT]

Accessing editing functions like resize, trimming, leveling, and title edit.

[ROTATE DISP.]

Automatically displaying pictures vertically if recorded holding the camera vertically.

[PRINT SET]

Selecting pictures and settings for printing via PictBridge or photo printing stores.

[AUDIO DUB.]

Adding audio commentary to pictures after they have been taken.

Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu

[FACE RECOG.]

Clearing face recognition information for selected images.

Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu

[COPY]

Copying picture data between the camera's built-in memory and a memory card.

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC

Connecting the camera to a PC via USB for transferring pictures and using software.

Connecting to other equipment

Printing the Pictures

Connecting to a PictBridge printer to select and print pictures directly from the camera.

Selecting a single picture and printing it

Procedure for selecting one picture and initiating printing via PictBridge.

Connecting to other equipment

Print Settings

Configuring print settings like date printing and number of copies.

[PAPER SIZE]

Selecting the desired paper size for printing.

Connecting to other equipment

Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied)

Connecting the camera to a TV using AV cables for playback on a larger screen.

Playing back on the TV with component socket

Connecting the camera to a TV via component cables for high-quality video output.

Others

Screen Display

Explanation of icons and information displayed on the LCD screen during recording.

In recording (after settings)

Details on various indicators and settings displayed on the LCD during recording.

In playback

Explanation of icons and information displayed on the LCD screen during playback.

Others

Cautions for Use

Important warnings and precautions for safe and optimal camera operation.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the camera body, lens, and LCD monitor.

Others

Battery

Information on battery care, disposal, and precautions for handling.

Card

Guidelines for handling memory cards and protecting them from damage.

Others

Message Display

Explanation of common confirmation and error messages displayed on the camera screen.

Troubleshooting

Battery and power source

Troubleshooting common issues related to the camera's battery and power.

The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.

Steps to resolve issues when the camera does not turn on or operate.

Troubleshooting

The picture cannot be recorded.

Solutions for problems preventing pictures from being recorded on the camera.

The recorded picture is too bright or dark.

Steps to correct pictures that are recorded too bright or too dark.

The subject is not focused properly.

Resolving focus issues to ensure sharp and clear pictures.

Troubleshooting

The recorded picture looks rough.

Addressing issues with rough textures or noise appearing in recorded pictures.

Motion picture recording stops in the middle.

Resolving problems where motion picture recording stops unexpectedly.

Troubleshooting

The LCD monitor is too bright or dark.

Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness for optimal viewing.

Flash

Troubleshooting issues related to the camera's flash not activating or activating multiple times.

Troubleshooting

Playback

Resolving playback issues like rotated images, unplayable files, or missing pictures.

The picture is not played back.

Steps to take when pictures fail to play back on the camera or card.

Troubleshooting

TV, PC and printer

Troubleshooting issues when connecting the camera to a TV, PC, or printer.

The picture cannot be transferred when the camera is connected to a PC.

Steps to fix issues preventing picture transfer from camera to PC.

Troubleshooting

An unreadable language was selected by mistake.

Instructions for changing the camera's language setting back to a readable one.

The clock is reset.

Resolving issues where the camera's clock setting is lost or reset.

Troubleshooting

Zoom does not go up to maximum magnification.

Addressing limitations when the zoom function does not reach maximum magnification.

Others

Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time

Tables showing the approximate number of pictures and recording times based on settings.

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