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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 User Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20
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Operating Instructions
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-TZ20/DMC-ZS10
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT3H08

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel14.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels15.1 MP
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4320 x 3240 pixels
Still image resolution(s)480 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 640 x 480, 1536 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1920 x 1920, 2048 x 1360, 2048 x 1536, 2304 x 2304, 2560 x 1440, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1920, 2736 x 2736, 3072 x 1728, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 2304, 3648 x 2056, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 4320 x 2432, 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 3240
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom16 x
Combined zoom64 x
Extra/Smart zoom33.8 x
Focal length range4.3 - 68.8 mm
Maximum aperture number5.9
Minimum aperture number3.3
Number of aspheric elements3
Lens structure (elements/groups)12/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)464 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)29 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.5 - ∞/2.0 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (tele)1.0 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.03 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (tele)2 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.5 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 2250, 3200, 6400, Auto
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Forced off, Forced on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)1 - 2.8 m
Flash range (wide)0.6 - 5 m
Video outAV
Digital SLRNo
Power source typeBattery
Video memory capacity29min. 59sec.
Scene modesBeach, Candlelight, Children, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Panorama, Party (indoor), Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Underwater
Image editingResizing, Rotating, Trimming
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Daylight, Incandescent, Shade
Shooting modesAuto, Movie
Camera playbackMovie, Single image, Slide show, Thumbnails
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemExif 2.3
On Screen Display (OSD) languagesENG, ESP, FRE, ITA, JPN
Video resolutions320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedM-JPEG
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Internal memory18 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)460000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack
Battery voltage3.6 V
Battery capacity895 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)260 shots
Cables includedAC, AV, USB
Bundled softwarePHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.1 HD Lite Edition / QuickTime / Adobe Reader / Super LoiLoScope
Fastest camera shutter speed1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed60 s
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth33.4 mm
Width104.9 mm
Height57.6 mm
Weight197 g
Weight (including battery)219 g

Summary

Before use

Always take a test shot first

Recommends test shots before important events to ensure proper camera function.

About GPS

About the camera's location name information

Provides details on location and landmark data current as of December 2010.

Charging battery

Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery

To remove battery

Instructions for safely removing the battery from the camera.

To remove card

Instructions for safely removing the memory card from the camera.

How to operate the camera

Touch operations

Explains touch screen interaction for focusing, shooting, and navigation.

Taking pictures with your own settings

[Program AE] Mode

Explains how to use the Program AE mode for recording with custom settings.

How to adjust focus

First adjust focus according to subject

Guides on aligning the AF area with the subject for initial focus.

Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function)

Touching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure (Touch AF/AE function)

Taking pictures with automatic settings

[Intelligent Auto] Mode

Describes the mode that automatically optimizes settings based on scene information.

Automatic Scene Detection

Explains how the camera automatically identifies scenes for optimal settings.

Taking pictures with automatic settings (Continued)

AF Tracking

Enables continuous focus and exposure adjustment on moving subjects.

Taking motion pictures

Recording motion pictures in P

Explains motion picture recording using Program AE mode with preferred settings.

Recording motion pictures in A

Describes motion picture recording using Auto mode with scene detection.

Deleting pictures

Press to delete displayed picture

Procedure for deleting a single displayed picture.

To delete multiple (up to 100)/To delete all pictures

Use cursor button to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET]

Guides on selecting multiple or all pictures for deletion.

Setting the menu

Menu operation flow

Illustrates the general procedure for navigating and operating camera menus.

Setting the menu (Continued)

Menu Type

Lists the available menu types such as Rec, Motion Picture, GPS, Setup, and Playback.

Using the [Setup] menu

[Clock Set]

Allows setting the camera's time, date, and display format.

Using the [Setup] menu (Continued)

IR [Reset]

Resets all camera settings to their default values.

[Format]

Initializes the built-in memory or memory card, deleting all data.

Taking pictures with zoom

Zoom types and use

Explains different zoom types like Optical, Extra Optical, i.Zoom, and Digital Zoom.

Taking pictures with flash

Available types in each mode

Shows which flash modes are available in different recording modes.

Taking close-up pictures

[Macro Mode]

Enables taking pictures at very close distances for macro photography.

Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation

Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([Auto Bracket])

Records three pictures in succession with automatic exposure changes.

Determine aperture and shutter speed and record

[Aperture-Priority] Mode

Control depth of field by setting aperture; shutter speed adjusts automatically.

[Manual Exposure] Mode

Allows manual setting of aperture and shutter speed for desired exposure.

[Shutter-Priority] Mode

Control shutter speed; aperture adjusts automatically for proper exposure.

Register your own settings and record

[Custom] Mode

Allows registering preferred modes and settings for quick switching.

[Cust.Set Mem.]

Stores up to 3 custom camera settings for fast recall.

Taking pictures according to the scene

[Scene Mode]

Provides optimized settings for various scenes like portraits, landscapes, and sports.

Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] (Continued)

Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued)

Taking 3D pictures [3D Photo Mode]

Burst function

Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu

Explains how to access and select burst shooting settings from the Rec menu.

Recording with the Face Recognition function

How the Face Recognition function works

Details how the camera recognizes faces for focus and exposure adjustments.

During recording

Explains face recognition behavior while recording still pictures.

Recording tips when registering face pictures

Provides advice for capturing clear face images for accurate recognition.

Registering face pictures

Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu

Guides to access the Face Recognition settings within the Rec menu.

Record the face picture

Details on capturing the face image and confirming the registration.

Recording the place of recording with GPS

What is GPS?

Explains the Global Positioning System and how the camera uses it.

To ensure successful positioning

Provides tips for achieving good GPS signal reception and accurate positioning.

Recording the place of recording with GPS (Continued)

Using GPS

Guides on enabling and using the GPS function for location recording.

Executing positioning immediately and updating your current location

Instructions for manually repositioning the camera to update location data.

Registering your current location as a landmark

Enables registering personal locations as landmarks for display or recording.

Information recorded on pictures

Details the GPS data (latitude, longitude, location name) recorded with images.

Using GPS to set the clock

Explains how GPS data can automatically update the camera's clock and time zone.

Changing the recorded place name information

Allows editing or selecting alternative location names or landmarks.

Useful features for travel

[World Time]

Sets the recording date and time according to the local time at your destination.

Using the [Rec] menu

[Picture Size]

Sets the pixel count for still pictures, affecting file size and quality.

Using the [Rec] menu (Continued)

Setting White Balance manually (SET)

Guides on manually setting white balance using a white reference object.

[Min. Shtr Speed]

Sets minimum shutter speed for brighter dark-location pictures; recommends tripod.

[Red-Eye Removal]

Automatically detects and corrects red-eye in still pictures, especially with flash.

[Sensitivity]

Allows manual adjustment of ISO sensitivity for low-light photography.

[i.Resolution]

Uses super resolution technology for sharper pictures and improved zoom ratios.

[Stabilizer]

Automatically detects and prevents jitter, especially during motion recording.

[White Balance]

Adjusts image coloring to match light sources for natural-looking pictures.

[AF Mode]

Changes focus alignment method based on subject position and number.

Taking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection)

Explains Face Detection feature for recognizing and focusing on faces.

[Burst]

Enables recording a burst of still pictures while the shutter button is pressed.

Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (AF Tracking)

Enables continuous focus tracking on moving subjects.

[Quick AF]

Automatically adjusts focus when camera blurring is small, even without pressing shutter.

[Face Recog.]

Enables automatic face recognition for focus and exposure adjustments.

[Metering Mode]

Allows changing the brightness measurement position for exposure correction.

[i.Exposure]

Adjusts contrast and exposure for lifelike colors in high-contrast scenes.

Using the [Motion Picture] menu

[Rec Mode]

Sets the data format for motion pictures, such as AVCHD or Motion JPEG.

Recording format

Details the effects and suitability of AVCHD and Motion JPEG formats.

[Rec Quality]

Sets the picture quality for motion pictures, including resolution and bit rate.

Using the [Motion Picture] menu (Continued)

[Active Mode]

Provides image stabilization for jitter reduction when recording motion pictures while walking.

[Continuous AF]

Allows continuous focus adjustment or fixing focus at the start of recording.

Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded

Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording

Explains how to capture still pictures while recording a motion picture.

Editing motion pictures

Capturing still pictures from motion pictures

Guides on saving a scene from a motion picture as a still image.

Splitting up motion pictures

Explains how to split a motion picture into two parts for easier management.

Different playback methods [Playback Mode]

[Slide Show]

Automatically plays pictures in order with music, recommended for TV viewing.

Different playback methods [Playback Mode] (Continued)

[Filtering Play]

Refines picture selection by categories or favorites for viewing.

Using the [Playback] menu

[Upload Set]

Selects pictures for uploading to image-sharing websites like Facebook or YouTube.

Using the [Playback] menu (Continued)

[Title Edit]

Allows adding titles or text to favorite still pictures.

[Text Stamp]

Stamps recording date/time, location, and registered text onto still pictures.

[Resize]

Reduces picture size for easier email attachment and web use.

[Favorite]

Allows playback and deletion of only favorite pictures marked with a star.

[Protect]

Sets protection to prevent accidental deletion of important pictures.

Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures.

Explains the function of the protect feature for safeguarding pictures.

[Place-Name Edit]

Enables editing location or landmark names recorded by the GPS function.

[Cropping]

Enlarges pictures and allows cropping of unwanted areas.

[Print Set]

Sets print options like date printing and number of copies for DPOF compatibility.

[Face Rec Edit]

Allows editing or deleting recognition information for misidentified faces.

[Copy]

Enables copying pictures between the camera's built-in memory and memory card.

You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card.

Explains the functionality for transferring pictures between storage media.

Viewing on TV screen

Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket

Guides for connecting the camera via HDMI mini cable for high-resolution viewing.

Connect camera to TV

Instructions for connecting the camera using an HDMI mini cable.

Viewing on TV screen (Continued)

VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control ™™)

Explains VIERA Link function for integrated operation with compatible devices via HDMI.

What is VIERA Link (HDMI)?

Defines VIERA Link and its compatibility with HDMI CEC standards.

Viewing 3D still pictures

Explains how to view 3D still pictures on a 3D-capable TV.

Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures (Continued)

Use "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" to copy to your computer

Instructions for using PHOTOfunSTUDIO software to manage recorded pictures.

Use "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" to copy pictures to your computer

Details on using the software to transfer pictures from camera to computer.

Using with your PC

Using with your PC (Continued)

Copying still pictures and motion pictures

Guides on copying still and motion pictures to a computer.

Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites

Guides on using the uploading tool to share pictures online.

Printing

Provides instructions for connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer for direct printing.

Printing (Continued)

Making print settings on the camera

Details how to configure print settings like date printing and paper size.

Message displays

Q&A Troubleshooting

Battery, power

Troubleshooting common issues related to camera power and battery.

GPS

Troubleshooting issues with GPS positioning, signal reception, and location data.

Recording

Addresses problems like inability to record, incorrect exposure, focus, or blur.

Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued)

Recording (continued)

Troubleshoots issues with picture brightness, coloring, and motion recording interruptions.

Playback (continued)

Troubleshoots issues with blackening of red areas, camera sounds during recording, and playback compatibility.

LCD monitor

Addresses problems with LCD dimming, brightness instability, flickering, and touch response.

TV, computer, printer

Addresses problems with TV connectivity, computer recognition, and printer issues.

Flash

Troubleshoots issues related to flash not emitting or emitting multiple flashes.

TV, computer, printer (continued)

Covers troubleshooting for VIERA Link, computer connection, and printing problems.

Playback

Addresses issues with rotated pictures, unviewable files, incorrect dates, and playback artifacts.

Usage cautions and notes

When in use

Provides precautions for using the camera, including avoiding electromagnetic interference.

Usage cautions and notes (Continued)

Memory cards

Cautions regarding handling, storage, and disposal of memory cards to prevent damage.

Personal Information

Highlights that camera data may contain personal information and advises on data protection.

About charging the battery

Provides guidelines on battery charging, usage, and lifespan considerations.

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