Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX8 User Manual

Recording pictures (basic)
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Recording pictures (basic)
Taking Pictures
∫ The Mode Dial
This camera has a mode dial to suit recording of many kinds of scenes.
Select the desired mode and enjoy the variety of recording.
Rotate it slowly and securely to adjust to each mode.
: Normal picture mode (P28)
Use this mode for usual recording.
: Simple mode (P32)
This is the recommended mode for
beginners.
: Macro mode (P51)
This mode allows you to take a picture
closely focusing on the subject.
: Scene mode (P54)
This mode allows you to take pictures
depending on the recording scenes.
: Motion image mode (P51)
This mode allows you to record motion
images with audio.
: Playback mode (P46)
This mode allows you to play back
recorded pictures.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX8 Specifications

General

Megapixel	5 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CCD
Image stabilizer	Yes
Image sensor size	1/2.5 \
Image formats supported	-
Maximum image resolution	2560 x 1920 pixels
Digital zoom	4 x
Optical zoom	3 x
Focal length range	5.8 - 17.4 mm
Number of aspheric elements	3
Lens structure (elements/groups)	7/6
Interface	AV out, USB
Digital SLR	No
Camera shutter speed	8 - 1/2000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	35 - 105 mm
Normal focusing range	0.5 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (tele)	0.3 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)	0.05 - ∞ m
ISO sensitivity	80, 100, 200, 400, Auto
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal	2.5 \
Scene modes	beach, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Night portrait, party (indoor), Portrait, self-portrait, Sports, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effects	Vivid
White balance	auto, Cloudy, daylight
Camera playback	Movie
Self-timer delay	2, 10 s
Product color	Blue
Battery type	3.7V
Battery capacity	1150 mAh
Power requirements	110-240V AC
Battery life (CIPA standard)	300 shots
Flash modes	auto, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Compatible memory cards	mmc, sd, xd

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	24.2 mm
Width	94.1 mm
Height	50.5 mm
Weight	127 g