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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ6 User Manual

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ6
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How to select a scene (P.51)
Using flash in scene modes (P.44)
Taking pictures according to the scene
‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued)
Mode:
Scene Uses, Tips Notes
NIGHT
PORTRAIT
Take pictures of people and nightscapes with
close to actual brightness.
Interference may be noticeable
with dark scenes.
Shutter may remain closed for 8
second after taking picture.
Main fixed setting
PRE AF: OFF
‘AF MODE’ default setting is
(face detection).
Tips
• Use flash.
Subject should not move.
Tripod, self-timer recommended.
Stand at least 1.5 m (4.93 feet) away at the
Wide end (wide-angle)
• Focus: Max. W: 80 cm (2.63 feet)
Max. T: 1.2 m (3.94 feet) - 5 m (16.4 feet)
NIGHT
SCENERY
Take clear pictures of night scenes. Interference may be noticeable
with dark scenes.
Shutter may remain closed for up
to 8 seconds after taking picture.
Main fixed settings
FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF
PRE AF: OFF
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
SENSITIVITY: ISO80 - 800
Tips
Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.
Do not move for 8 seconds.
(Shutter speed: max. 8 sec. if there is a little
jitter, or using tripod, or optical image stabilizer
is ‘OFF’)
Tripod, self-timer recommended
FOOD
Take natural-looking pictures of food.
Tips
• Focus: Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above
Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(2 m (6.57 feet) and above
unless max.T)
PARTY
Brighten subjects and background in
pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.
‘AF MODE’ default setting is
(face detection).
Tips
Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.93 feet) away.
Zoom: Wide (W side)
• Use flash.
Tripod, self-timer recommended.
CANDLE
LIGHT
Bring out the atmosphere of a candlelit room. ‘AF MODE’ default setting is
(face detection).
Tips
• Focus: Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above
Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(2 m (6.57 feet) and above
unless max.T)
Do not use flash.
Tripod, self-timer recommended.
(Shutter speed: max. 1 sec.)
BABY
Uses weak flash to bring out skin colours. Age and name will be displayed
for approx. 5 seconds after setting
this mode.
Age display format depends on
LANGUAGE setting.
‘AGE’ and ‘NAME’ print setting
can be made on your computer
using the supplied CD-ROM
(PHOTOfunSTUDIO). Text may
also be stamped onto the picture
using ‘TEXT STAMP’ (P.90).
Date of birth will be displayed as
‘0 month 0 day’.
Main fixed setting
INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX1600
‘AF MODE’ default setting is
(face detection).
Digital zoom: Cannot be set
Name cannot be recorded when
‘LOCATION’ is set in ‘TRAVEL
DATE’.
To record age and name
(‘BABY1’ and ‘BABY2’ can be set separately.)
Select ‘AGE’ or ‘NAME’ with ▲▼, press ,
and select ‘SET’.
Set the birthday and name.
AGE: Set birthday with ▲▼◄►.
NAME: (See ‘Text input method’: P.89)
Press ‘MENU/SET’.
Tips
Make sure ‘AGE’ and ‘NAME’ are ‘ON’ before
taking a picture.
To reset: Select ‘RESET’ from SETUP menu.
• Focus: Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above
Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(2 m (6.57 feet) and above
unless max.T)
PET
Record pet’s age and name when taking
pictures.
Main fixed setting
INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX1600
Default settings are as follows.
AF MODE:
(AF tracking)
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
Refer to ‘BABY’ (above) for other
notes and fixed functions.
Tips
Same as for ‘BABY’
SUNSET
Take clear pictures of scenes such as
sunsets.
Main fixed settings
FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF
AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF
Scene Uses, Tips Notes

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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel10.1 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.5 \
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution3648 x 2736 pixels
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom12 x
Focal length range4.1 - 49.2 mm
Lens structure (elements/groups)10/8
InterfaceAV Output
Digital SLRNo
Camera shutter speed8 - 1/2000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)25 - 300 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto focusing (AF) modescontinuous auto focus, multi point auto focus, selective auto focus, single auto focus, spot auto focus
Macro focusing range (tele)2.0 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.03 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.5 - ∞ m
Internal memory40 MB
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Candlelight, Children, Fireworks, Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, party (indoor), Portrait, self-portrait, Sports, Sunset
Image editingresizing, trimming
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Shade
Camera playbacksingle image, slide show, thumbnails
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorBlack
Battery capacity895 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)320 shots
Bundled software- PHOTOfunSTUDIO v3.0 - ArcSoft (MediaImpression / Panorama Maker) - USB Driver - QuickTime
Flash modesauto, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth32.8 mm
Width103.3 mm
Height59.6 mm
Weight229 g

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