Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 User Manual

- 68 -
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode]
• How to select a scene (→63)
• Using flash in Scene Modes (→52)
[Sunset]
Takes clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.
[High Sens.]
Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.
Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/
SET].
[Glass
Through]
Most suitable for taking pictures such as a landscapes through the
transparent glass of a train/vehicle or building.
Notes
• If there are stains such as dust or a reflection on the glass, the camera may
focus on the glass instead of a subject.
• The color of pictures may appear unnatural due to the color of the glass.
(You may be able to reproduce the appropriate color by adjusting the White
Balance.)
[Underwater]
Takes pictures with natural colors suitable for an underwater scene.
Tips
• For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area and press
(AF Lock).
(Press
again to release.)
[AF Lock]
(focus fixed)
AF area
• If the zoom is operated after AF Lock is set, the AF Lock setting will be
canceled and must be set again.
• AF Lock cannot be set if [AF Mode] is set to
.
About [White Balance]
• You can adjust colors according to your preference by using the “White
Balance fine adjustment” (→82).
Notes
• Always use marine case (optional).
• When there are many underwater objects, set the flash to
.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 Specifications

General

Megapixel	12.1 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	MOS
Image stabilizer	Yes
Total megapixels	12.8 MP
Image sensor size	1/2.3 \
Image formats supported	JPEG XR
Supported aspect ratios	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution	4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	[1:1] 2992x2992, 2448x2448, 1920x1920, 1536x1536, 480x480\\r [4:3] 4000x3000, 3264x2448, 2560x1920, 2048X1536, 1600x1200, 640x480\\r [3:2] 4000x2672, 3264x2176, 2560x1712, 2048x1360, 640x424\\r [16:9] 4000x2248, 3264x1840, 2560x1440, 1920x1080, 640x360
Digital zoom	4 x
Optical zoom	16 x
Extra/Smart zoom	19.6 x
Focal length range	4.3 - 68.8 mm
Minimum aperture number	-
Lens structure (elements/groups)	12/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)	384 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)	24 mm
Focus adjustment	Auto/Manual
Normal focusing range	0.5 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Continuous Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (tele)	1 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)	0.03 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (tele)	2 - ∞ m
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 1600, 3200, 6400
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)	6400
ISO sensitivity (min)	100
Light exposure control	Program AE
Light exposure correction	± 1EV (1/3EV step)
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	15 s
Flash modes	Auto, Forced off, Forced on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)	1 - 3.5 m
Flash range (wide)	0.6 - 6.4 m
Power source type	Battery
Video resolutions	640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Video formats supported	AVCHD, MP4
Maximum video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format system	NTSC
Audio system	Mono
Internal memory	70 MB
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view	100 %
Display diagonal	3 \
USB version	2.0
HDMI connector type	Mini
Product color	Black
Scene modes	Children, Cuisine, Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, Pet, Portrait, Sports, Sunset, Underwater, Landscape (scenery)
Image editing	Crop, Resizing
Photo effects	Black&White, Sepia, Vivid
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Incandescent, Shade
Camera playback	Slide show, Thumbnails
Self-timer delay	2, 10 s
Camera file system	DCF, Exif 2.3
On Screen Display (OSD) languages	ENG, ESP
Battery voltage	3.6 V
Battery capacity	895 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)	260 shots
Cables included	USB
Bluetooth	No

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	33.4 mm
Width	104.9 mm
Height	57.6 mm
Weight	185 g
Weight (including battery)	208 g