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Applications
(Record)
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Taking pictures according to
the scene (Continued)
Using flash in scene modes (P.37)
Scene Uses, functions Tips, notes Main fixed settings
BABY
Date of birth will be displayed as ‘0 month 0 day’.
To reset: Select ‘RESET’ from SETUP menu (P.22).
Age cannot be added after recording.
Age may be printed from a computer using the
supplied software (P.11).
Age can be stamped onto picture using ‘DATE
STAMP’ (P.66).
(P.43)
PET
Record pet’s age when taking pictures.
Settings method same as for ‘BABY’ (P.42-45).
AF ASSIST LAMP default setting is ‘OFF’.
Others same as ‘BABY’ (P.42-45)
Same as for ‘BABY’ (P.43)
SUNSET
Take clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.
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FLASH: FORCED OFF
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
SENSITIVITY: ISO100
HIGH SENS.
Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.
Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity.
Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above
Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above
FLASH:
FORCED OFF
SENSITIVITY: ISO3200
Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot
be used.
STARRY SKY
Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark subjects.
Shutter speed settings
Always use a tripod.
Self-timer recommended.
Do not move the camera until countdown has
ended.
To change shutter speed, press ‘MENU/SET’,
then ►, and select ‘STARRY SKY’.
‘EXPOSURE’, ‘AUTO BRACKET’ (DMC-TZ3
only), and ‘BURST’ cannot be used.
FLASH:
FORCED OFF
AUDIO REC.: OFF
CONT.AF: OFF
STABILIZER: OFF
SENSITIVITY: ISO100
SLOW SHUTTER: Cannot be set
Select with ▲▼, and press
‘MENU/SET’.
Press shutter button.
CANCEL SETSELECT
STARRY SKY
60 SEC.
30 SEC.
15 SEC.
Set longer
shutter
speeds
for darker
conditions.
Countdown
begins
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CANCEL
FIREWORKS
Take clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky.
Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 second or 2 seconds (if little jitter
or if optical image stabilizer is ‘OFF’). (when not using exposure
compensation)
Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away.
Tripod recommended.
FLASH:
FORCED OFF
SENSITIVITY: ISO100
CONT.AF: OFF/
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
BEACH
Bring out the clear blues of the sky and the sea without darkening
subject.
Beware of sand and sea water.
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SNOW
Bring out the natural color of the snow in ski slope and mountain
scenes.
Battery life is reduced in lower air temperatures.
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AERIAL PHOTO
Take pictures of the view from aircraft windows.
Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting
colors when aligning the focus.
Check that the interior of the aircraft is not
reflected in the window.
FLASH:
FORCED OFF
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
UNDERWATER
Achieve natural colors under water.
Always use marine case (DMW-MCTZ3, sold
separately).
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AF LOCK
AF LOCK (focus fixed)
For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area
and press ◄ (AF lock).
Press ◄ again to release.
Adjust red and blue levels with ‘white balance
fine adjustment’ (P.50).
Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above
Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above
Self-timer: Cannot be used
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