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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 User Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
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Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ150
VQT3S75
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
until
2011/07/15

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeBridge camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerNo
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution- pixels
Still image resolution(s)480 x 480, 1536 x 1536, 1920 x 1920, 2448 x 2448, 2992 x 2992
Digital zoom32 x
Optical zoom24 x
Focal length range4.5 - 108 mm
Maximum aperture number5.2
Minimum aperture number2.8
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)600 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)25 mm
Normal focusing range30 - 200 m
Auto focusing (AF) modes-
Normal focusing range (tele)2 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.3 - ∞ m
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)3200
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Forced on, Red-eye reduction
Built-in flashYes
Power source typeAC, Battery
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Internal memory70 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Viewfinder typeOptical
Viewfinder screen size0.2 \
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack
Scene modesPanorama, Portrait
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Battery voltage7.2 V
Battery capacity895 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)410 shots
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth95.2 mm
Width124.3 mm
Height81.7 mm
Weight484 g

Summary

Before Use

Care of the camera

Guidelines for maintaining the camera to prevent damage and ensure proper operation.

Standard Accessories

List of items supplied with the camera and instructions for checking them.

Names and Functions of Components

Identifies and describes the various buttons, dials, and parts of the camera.

Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button

Explains the function of cursor buttons for navigation and the MENU/SET button for confirmation.

Rear Dial

Details the operation of the rear dial for selection and confirmation of settings.

Preparation

Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap

Instructions on how to attach the lens cap and shoulder strap for camera protection and carrying.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Guidance on attaching the lens hood to minimize lens flare and improve picture quality.

Charging the Battery

Steps for charging the camera battery and information about charging indicators and time.

Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures

Provides estimates for battery life and the number of pictures that can be recorded under specific conditions.

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery

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

About the Built-in Memory/the Card

Details the camera's built-in memory capacity and compatible memory card types and specifications.

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Step-by-step guide to setting the camera's date and time.

Basic

Selecting the Recording Mode

Explanation of how to change recording modes using the mode dial and descriptions of basic modes.

Tips for taking good pictures

Advice on holding the camera correctly and preventing camera shake for better photos.

Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode)

Guide to using Program AE mode for capturing images with customized settings.

Focusing

Instructions on how to focus on subjects using the AF system and understanding focus indications.

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Guide to using Intelligent Auto Mode for automatic camera adjustments for easy shooting.

Scene Detection

Explanation of how the camera automatically detects scenes and selects appropriate shooting modes.

Recording Motion Pictures

Instructions on how to start and stop recording motion pictures.

Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])

Steps to start and finish normal playback of recorded still pictures.

Deleting Pictures

Instructions on how to delete single or multiple pictures from the camera.

Setting the Menu

Overview of the camera's menu system and the types of settings available.

Using the Quick Menu

How to access and use the Quick Menu for fast adjustments to frequently used settings.

About the Setup Menu

Explanation of important settings found in the Setup menu, such as Clock Set and World Time.

Recording

About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

Information on how to change the display modes of the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Guide to using the zoom function for closer or wider shots, including zoom speed and control.

Types of zooms

Comparison of Optical, Extended Optical, Intelligent, and Digital zoom features and their characteristics.

Taking Pictures using the Flash

How to open, close, and set the appropriate flash mode for different shooting conditions.

Adjust the flash output

How to adjust the flash output level to compensate for subject brightness or reflectivity.

Taking Close-up Pictures

Guidance on how to take close-up photos, including recommended settings and techniques.

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus

Instructions on how to manually set focus using the side lever and understanding focus range.

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer

How to use the self-timer for delayed shots, including different interval settings.

Compensating the Exposure

Guide to adjusting exposure compensation to achieve proper brightness in challenging lighting.

Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

How to use Auto Bracket to capture multiple exposures with different compensation ranges automatically.

Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

Instructions on using Burst Mode for continuous shooting and selecting different burst speeds.

Setting the Light Sensitivity

How to set ISO sensitivity for optimal exposure, especially in low-light conditions.

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed

Guide to Aperture-Priority AE and Shutter-Priority AE modes for creative control over depth of field and motion blur.

Manual Exposure Mode

How to manually set both aperture and shutter speed for complete exposure control.

Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)

Explanation of Creative Control Mode and its various image effect options.

Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode)

Guide to using Advanced Scene Modes for specific subjects like portraits and landscapes.

Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

Instructions on how to use Scene Mode to automatically adjust camera settings for various shooting environments.

[PANORAMA ASSIST]

Guidance on capturing sequential images for creating panorama photos.

[PARTY]

Specific mode for capturing photos at parties and indoor events with optimal settings.

[CANDLE LIGHT]

Mode optimized for shooting in candle-lit atmospheres.

[BABY1]/[BABY2]

Mode for taking pictures of babies, with options to record birthday and name information.

[PET]

Mode for taking pictures of pets, with options to record birthday and name.

[SUNSET]

Mode optimized for capturing vivid sunset views.

[HIGH SENS.]

Mode designed to minimize jitter and take pictures in dimly lit rooms.

[FLASH BURST]

Mode for taking continuous still pictures with flash, useful in dark places.

[PANNING]

Technique for capturing moving subjects with a blurred background effect.

[STARRY SKY]

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

[FIREWORKS]

Mode designed to capture beautiful fireworks with prefocusing techniques.

[BEACH]

Mode for taking vivid pictures of seascapes and preventing under-exposure in sunlight.

[SNOW]

Mode for capturing snow scenes with white as possible.

[AERIAL PHOTO]

Mode for taking pictures through an airplane window.

[PHOTO FRAME]

Allows recording images with a frame around them.

[HIGH SPEED VIDEO]

Records fast movements at 220 frames/second, capturing details not visible to the naked eye.

[3D PHOTO MODE]

How to capture 3D pictures by moving the camera horizontally.

Recording Motion Picture with Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode)

Guide to manually adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and exposure for motion picture recording.

Taking Pictures in Custom Mode

How to save and use custom camera settings for specific shooting conditions.

Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function

Explanation of the Face Recognition feature for prioritizing focus and exposure on detected faces.

Face Settings

How to register and manage face images, including names and birthdays.

Setting Auto Registration/Sensitivity

Configures automatic face registration and adjusts sensitivity for face recognition accuracy.

Entering Text

Guide to entering text for names, locations, or titles, which can be used for stamping or playback.

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

Details on the various settings within the REC mode menu, such as Photo Style and Aspect Ratio.

[PHOTO STYLE]

Explains the different Photo Style effects for customizing image appearance like color and contrast.

[ASPECT RATIO]

How to select aspect ratios for pictures to match TV or print requirements.

[PICTURE SIZE]

Instructions on setting the number of pixels for different picture sizes and aspect ratios.

[QUALITY]

How to set image quality and compression rates for storing pictures.

[SENSITIVITY]

Information about adjusting ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

[ISO LIMIT SET]

Sets the maximum limit for ISO sensitivity to prevent excessive noise in low light.

[WHITE BALANCE]

How to adjust White Balance to ensure accurate color reproduction under different lighting conditions.

[AF MODE]

How to select different autofocus modes based on subject position and number.

[QUICK AF]

Enables faster focus adjustment when the shutter is pressed, useful for capturing fleeting moments.

[AF/AE LOCK]

How to lock focus and exposure on a subject to maintain consistent settings.

[METERING MODE]

Allows changing the method of light measurement for exposure calculation.

[I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent dynamic range control)

Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure for scenes with high brightness differences.

[MIN. SHTR SPEED]

Sets the minimum shutter speed to control motion blur or capture subjects in dark places.

[I.RESOLUTION]

Utilizes Intelligent Resolution Technology for sharp profiles and enhanced resolution.

[DIGITAL ZOOM]

Enables further magnification of subjects beyond Optical and Extended Optical zoom capabilities.

[STABILIZER]

Automatically compensates for jitter during shooting to achieve stable, blur-free images.

[AF ASSIST LAMP]

Illuminates the subject in low light to aid autofocusing.

[FLASH SYNCHRO]

Controls flash synchronization timing, with options for 1st or 2nd curtain sync.

[RED-EYE REMOVAL]

Automatically detects and corrects red-eye in pictures when flash is used.

[CONVERSION]

Allows use of optional conversion lenses for telephoto or close-up photography.

Playback/Editing

Playing Back Burst Pictures

How to play back pictures taken in burst mode, including understanding the burst icon.

Editing Burst Pictures

Instructions on how to edit burst picture groups or individual pictures within a group.

Various methods to play back

Overview of different playback options including Normal Play, Mode Play, Category Play, and Slide Show.

[SLIDE SHOW]

How to create and play back slideshows of pictures, optionally with music.

[MODE PLAY]

Classifies and plays back pictures based on type: still, motion, or 3D.

[CATEGORY PLAY]

Allows searching and sorting images by categories like Scene Mode or Face Recognition.

[FAVORITE PLAY]

Enables playback of pictures that have been marked as favorites.

Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu

Guide to the Playback mode menu for various editing and management functions.

[CALENDAR]

Displays pictures sorted by recording date, allowing easy browsing through a calendar interface.

[UPLOAD SET]

Sets up images for uploading to image sharing sites like Facebook and YouTube.

[TITLE EDIT]

Allows adding text comments or titles to pictures, which can be stamped on prints.

[VIDEO DIVIDE]

Enables dividing recorded motion pictures into two parts.

[TEXT STAMP]

Stamps recorded date/time, name, location, or title onto the recorded pictures.

[RESIZE]

Reduces the picture size (number of pixels) for easier posting to web pages or email.

[CROPPING]

Allows enlarging and cropping important parts of recorded pictures.

[LEVELING]

Adjusts the minute tilting of an image to straighten horizons.

[ROTATE DISP.]

Automatically displays pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically.

[FAVORITE]

Allows marking pictures as favorites for easier playback and management.

[PRINT SET]

Sets print options for DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printers.

[PROTECT]

Protects pictures from accidental deletion.

[FACE REC EDIT]

Allows deletion or modification of Face Recognition information for selected pictures.

[COPY]

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

Connecting to other equipment

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV and playing back recorded content.

Using VIERA Link (HDMI)

How to use VIERA Link for automatic linked operations with compatible Panasonic TVs via HDMI.

Playing back 3D pictures

Guide to connecting to a 3D TV and playing back 3D pictures, including playback method switching.

Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures

Methods for exporting pictures and motion pictures to other devices, including copying to recorders.

Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”

Instructions for installing and using PHOTOfunSTUDIO software to transfer images to a PC.

Connecting to a PC

Details on PC compatibility and connection methods for acquiring pictures.

Uploading the images to sharing sites

How to use the LUMIX Image Uploader tool to upload images to Facebook and YouTube.

Printing the Pictures

Instructions for connecting the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer and printing pictures.

Selecting a single picture and printing it

Guide to selecting one picture and initiating the printing process.

Selecting multiple pictures and printing them

How to select multiple pictures for batch printing.

Print Settings

Options for setting print parameters like date printing and number of copies.

Others

Optional accessories

Information on optional accessories like conversion lenses and their usage.

Conversion Lens (optional)

Details on attaching and using tele conversion and close-up lenses for enhanced photography.

Protector/Filter (optional)

Information on optional protectors and filters for lens protection and image enhancement.

External Flash (optional)

How to attach and use an external flash with the camera for improved lighting.

Remote Shutter (optional)

Using the optional remote shutter for stable shooting and burst mode photography.

External Microphone (optional)

How to connect and use an external stereo or monaural microphone for better audio recording.

AC adaptor (optional)/DC coupler (For shop display purpose only)

Instructions for connecting the AC adapter and DC coupler for continuous power.

Screen Display

Explains the various icons and information displayed on the camera's screen during recording.

Cautions for Use

Important safety precautions and guidelines for optimal and safe camera operation.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on how to resolve common issues related to the camera's operation, battery, and recording.

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