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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS1

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS1
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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-ZS3
DMC-ZS1
PCP

Table of Contents

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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeCCD
Sensor Size1/2.5 inch
Optical Zoom12x
Digital Zoom4x
Focal Length4.1-49.2mm
Focal Length (35mm equivalent)25-300mm
Image StabilizationOptical
ISO Sensitivity (High Sensitivity Mode)1600-6400
Shutter Speed8 - 1/2000 sec
Display Size2.7 inches
BatteryLithium-Ion Battery Pack
Weight229g
Effective Pixels10.1 MP
Megapixels10.1 MP
Aperture Rangef/3.3 - f/4.9
ISO Range1600
Video RecordingYes
LCD ScreenTFT LCD Screen
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Dimensions103.3 x 59.6 x 36.3 mm (4.07 x 2.35 x 1.43 inch)
Video Resolution848 x 480 pixels

Summary

Information for Your Safety

Warnings and Cautions

Safety warnings for fire, electric shock, product damage, and handling.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Compliance (U.S.A.)

FCC regulations for Class B digital devices and interference.

Canadian Compliance

Compliance with Canadian ICES-003 standards for Class B digital apparatus.

Quick start guide

Charging the battery and initial setup

Steps to prepare the camera for first use, including charging and setup.

Recording: Automatic Settings

Taking picture with automatic settings

Camera automatically detects scene, adjusts focus, brightness, and recognizes faces.

Standard Accessories

Charging the battery

Battery and Charger Information

Details on compatible batteries, charging procedures, and indicators.

Inserting battery and card

Battery and Card InsertionRemoval

Step-by-step guide on how to insert and remove the battery and memory card.

Setting the clock

Changing time settings

Procedure to set the camera's date and time for accurate recording.

Using menus

Menu Type Overview

Using Quick menu

Basic shooting operation: Still Pictures

Taking still pictures with shutter button

Step-by-step guide on how to press the shutter button to take photos.

Basic shooting operation: Camera Handling and Modes

Holding the camera and Direction detection

Proper grip and how camera orientation affects display.

Mode dial functions

Explanation of different shooting modes like Intelligent Auto and Normal Picture.

Taking picture with automatic settings: Scene Detection

Automatic scene detection overview

Camera automatically identifies scenes and optimizes settings for better shots.

Automatic Settings: Face Recognition

Face Detection and Recognition

How the camera detects and recognizes faces for focus and exposure.

AF TRACKING functionality

Keeping focus on a moving subject using AF tracking.

Taking pictures with your own settings: Normal Picture Mode

Adjusting settings for custom shooting

How to use the Normal Picture mode for personalized shooting.

Taking pictures with zoom: Optical and Extended Zoom

Using optical and extended optical zoom (EZ)

Explanation of zoom capabilities and their usage.

Viewing your pictures: Normal Playback

Scrolling and viewing pictures

How to navigate and view photos in normal playback mode.

Deleting pictures

Deleting single or multiple pictures

Procedure for deleting unwanted photos from the camera.

Taking pictures with flash

Flash modes and operations

Guide to using different flash modes like Auto, Forced Flash, and Red-Eye reduction.

Taking close-up pictures: TELE MACRO function

Using TELE MACRO for distant close-ups

Capturing distant subjects up close by using telephoto zoom.

Taking close-up pictures: MACRO ZOOM

Using MACRO ZOOM for extreme close-ups

Achieving larger close-up images by using macro zoom functionality.

Taking images with self-timer

Using the self-timer for delayed shots

How to set and use the self-timer for group or stable shots.

Taking pictures with exposure compensation

EXPOSURE adjustment

Manual adjustment of exposure for brighter or darker images.

AUTO BRACKET function

Automatically taking multiple shots with varying exposures.

Taking pictures by aspect ratio: MULTI ASPECT

Automatically changing aspect ratios

Capturing images in multiple aspect ratios (4:3, 3:2, 16:9) simultaneously.

Taking pictures according to the scene: SCENE MODE

Selecting appropriate scene modes

Using pre-set modes for optimal shooting in various scenarios.

Setting frequently-used scene modes

Customizing the mode dial for scenes

Presetting favorite scene modes for quick access on the mode dial.

Taking motion pictures [ZS3]

Recording and playing motion pictures

Steps for capturing and reviewing video clips with audio.

Taking pictures with face recognition: Face Recognition function

Using Face Recognition features

Activating face detection and registration for prioritized focus and exposure.

Useful features for travel: TRAVEL DATE

Recording travel date and destination

Tagging pictures with travel information like dates and locations.

Useful features for travel: WORLD TIME

Setting local time at travel destination

Adjusting camera time for different time zones when traveling.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: PICTURE SIZE

Selecting picture resolution

Choosing the image resolution and aspect ratio for recording.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Quality and Aspect Ratio

Setting picture QUALITY

Adjusting image quality for fine detail or more pictures.

Setting ASPECT RATIO

Changing picture aspect ratio for printing or playback compatibility.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: SENSITIVITY

Adjusting ISO sensitivity manually

Setting ISO manually for optimal exposure in different lighting conditions.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: WHITE BALANCE

Adjusting color balance for light sources

Correcting color cast caused by different lighting conditions.

FACE RECOG.: AF MODE

AF Mode options for focus

Selecting focus modes like Face Detection, AF tracking, and 11-area focusing.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: PRE AF and Metering Mode

PRE AF for continuous focus alignment

Keeping focus aligned with subject movement even when shutter is not pressed.

METERING MODE for exposure

Choosing how the camera measures brightness for exposure correction.

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Exposure and Burst

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Digital Zoom and Color

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Shutter Speed and Audio

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Clock and Recording Mode

Using RECMOTION PICTURE menu: Recording Quality and AF

Takingviewing clipboard pictures: CLIPBOARD Mode

Viewing as list: Multi and Calendar Playback

Viewing motion picturespictures with audio

Different playback methods: PLAYBACK MODE

PLAYBACK MODE: SLIDE SHOW

PLAYBACK MODE: MODE PLAY

PLAYBACK MODE: CATEGORY PLAY and FAVORITE PLAY

Using PLAYBACK menu: CALENDAR and TITLE EDIT

Using PLAYBACK menu: TEXT STAMP

Using PLAYBACK menu: RESIZE

Using PLAYBACK menu: TRIMMING

Using PLAYBACK menu: LEVELING and FACE RECOG.

Using PLAYBACK menu: Aspect Conversion and Rotation

Using PLAYBACK menu: FAVORITE

Using PLAYBACK menu: PRINT SET

Using PLAYBACK menu: PROTECT and AUDIO DUB.

Using PLAYBACK menu: COPY

Copying recorded pictures

Using with your PC: Computer specifications

Using with your PC: Copying still pictures and motion pictures

Printing: Connect camera to printer

Printing: Multiple pictures and DateText

Printing: Making print settings on camera

Viewing on TV screen: When TVs have SD card slot

Viewing on TV screen: Viewing on TV with HDMI Socket

Viewing on TV screen: VIERA Link (HDMI)

Message displays

Common error and information messages

Explanations for messages like "Memory Card Error" or "Picture Protected".

Q&A Troubleshooting: Battery and Recording Issues

Troubleshooting battery and power problems

Solutions for issues like camera not turning on or shutting off.

Troubleshooting recording problems

Solutions for issues like inability to record or card errors.

Q&A Troubleshooting: Recording Continued

Q&A Troubleshooting: LCD Monitor, Flash, and Playback

Q&A Troubleshooting: Playback Continued

Q&A Troubleshooting: TV, Computer, Printer

Q&A Troubleshooting: Printer and Other Issues

Usage cautions and notes: General Handling

Usage cautions and notes: Memory and Personal Data

Recording picturetime capacity

Specifications DMC-ZS3

Specifications DMC-ZS1

Request for Service Notice

Limited Warranty: Limited Warranty Coverage

Warranty terms and coverage periods

Details on warranty duration for different camera parts and conditions.

Limited Warranty: Carry-In or Mail-In Service

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