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This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 Product illustrations and screens may vary.
This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 Product illustrations and screens may vary.
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.... (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD...51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54) Using PLAY menu 64 DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68) Printing 76 BURST (54) CONT.AF (...
.... (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD...51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54) Using PLAY menu 64 DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68) Printing 76 BURST (54) CONT.AF (...
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...SELECT EXIT Make settings such as for time and power source. Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more fun to use . 4 Preparations Know the different menus to get more out of ...in particular contains important functions, such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. Making the camera more convenient to fit certain scenes, e.g. Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Using your pictures (DPOF). Please check these settings before use . night → SCENE menu (P.40)...
...SELECT EXIT Make settings such as for time and power source. Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more fun to use . 4 Preparations Know the different menus to get more out of ...in particular contains important functions, such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. Making the camera more convenient to fit certain scenes, e.g. Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Using your pictures (DPOF). Please check these settings before use . night → SCENE menu (P.40)...
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.../ 1 MIN. / 2 MIN. / 5 MIN. / 10MIN. (Set time before POWER SAVE is paused and during motion picture recording. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings... Recording information and histogram cannot be stored. OFF / ON Focus position cannot be displayed. Not displayed in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only. in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when menu screen is displayed, when using SIMPLE ...
.../ 1 MIN. / 2 MIN. / 5 MIN. / 10MIN. (Set time before POWER SAVE is paused and during motion picture recording. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings... Recording information and histogram cannot be stored. OFF / ON Focus position cannot be displayed. Not displayed in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only. in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when menu screen is displayed, when using SIMPLE ...
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...Recording picture capacity estimates (default settings) Save destination Built-in memory 12.7 MB 256 MB memory card (Example) 512 MB 1 GB Pictures (DMC-TZ3) 2 Pictures (DMC-TZ2) 3 68 135 270 81 160 320 2 GB 550 660 The number of pictures that an operation is inserted, or to the built-... data to be damaged). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. Built-in memory This means that may be recorded varies greatly according to aspect settings (P.51), picture size (P.52), and quality...
...Recording picture capacity estimates (default settings) Save destination Built-in memory 12.7 MB 256 MB memory card (Example) 512 MB 1 GB Pictures (DMC-TZ3) 2 Pictures (DMC-TZ2) 3 68 135 270 81 160 320 2 GB 550 660 The number of pictures that an operation is inserted, or to the built-... data to be damaged). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. Built-in memory This means that may be recorded varies greatly according to aspect settings (P.51), picture size (P.52), and quality...
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...off 'ZOOM RESUME' (P.20) The enlargement ratio displayed in REC menu Displays digital zoom area Screen display displayed Within digital zoom area AF area becomes larger when pressing shutter button halfway 1 DMC-TZ3 only, 2 DMC-TZ2 only (Zoom ratio depends on screen is Extended optical zoom (EZ)?... size (P.52) marked with 'Extended optical zoom'. 'Digital zoom' can be enlarged further. 3 DMC-TZ2: 6M Entering digital zoom area Once the bar stops before the digital zoom area, continue to W side Zoom types Type Max. The camera may stop momentarily near maximum W (1x), but this...
...off 'ZOOM RESUME' (P.20) The enlargement ratio displayed in REC menu Displays digital zoom area Screen display displayed Within digital zoom area AF area becomes larger when pressing shutter button halfway 1 DMC-TZ3 only, 2 DMC-TZ2 only (Zoom ratio depends on screen is Extended optical zoom (EZ)?... size (P.52) marked with 'Extended optical zoom'. 'Digital zoom' can be enlarged further. 3 DMC-TZ2: 6M Entering digital zoom area Once the bar stops before the digital zoom area, continue to W side Zoom types Type Max. The camera may stop momentarily near maximum W (1x), but this...
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...Tips, notes Age cannot be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. Do not move the camera until countdown has ended. Press ◄ again to release. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above Main ... AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be used. FLASH: FORCED OFF AUDIO REC.: OFF CONT.AF: OFF STABILIZER: OFF...speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, and select 'STARRY SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be printed from a computer using 'DATE STAMP' (P.66). Adjust red and...
...Tips, notes Age cannot be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. Do not move the camera until countdown has ended. Press ◄ again to release. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above Main ... AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be used. FLASH: FORCED OFF AUDIO REC.: OFF CONT.AF: OFF STABILIZER: OFF...speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, and select 'STARRY SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be printed from a computer using 'DATE STAMP' (P.66). Adjust red and...
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RESIZE SINGLE MULTI CANCEL SELECT SET (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Select picture and set number to print Date print set on actual printer as these first before making settings again with this camera. to print Date print set DPOF SET MULTI 1 7 8 DATE 9 10 COUNT SELECT 11 12 1 DATE ...settings can only be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select 'DPOF PRINT' from built-in step → Select 'YES' with ▲, and press 'MENU/SET' ...
RESIZE SINGLE MULTI CANCEL SELECT SET (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Select picture and set number to print Date print set on actual printer as these first before making settings again with this camera. to print Date print set DPOF SET MULTI 1 7 8 DATE 9 10 COUNT SELECT 11 12 1 DATE ...settings can only be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select 'DPOF PRINT' from built-in step → Select 'YES' with ▲, and press 'MENU/SET' ...
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...stabilizer ineffective. Battery needs recharging (P.14). Camera set to extract lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. LCD monitor shuts off as soon as power is dirty (fingerprints, etc). → Turn on power to use 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only) or 'BURST' in dark locations ...and Optical image stabilizer is turned on . Camera was left with both hands, keeping arms close to release. Shutter speed is slower in REC menu....
...stabilizer ineffective. Battery needs recharging (P.14). Camera set to extract lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. LCD monitor shuts off as soon as power is dirty (fingerprints, etc). → Turn on power to use 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only) or 'BURST' in dark locations ...and Optical image stabilizer is turned on . Camera was left with both hands, keeping arms close to release. Shutter speed is slower in REC menu....
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...warped and the edges of the following are created (P.75). File numbers are reset when new folders are in desired language. Lens makes a clicking noise. Camera has been left for a long period. → Reset the clock (P.16). (Date will be set to '0:00 0. 0. 0' for pictures if ...illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. 'AF ASSIST LAMP' set when any of the subject become a little warm during use : 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only) (P.38), 'BURST' (P.54), 'SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode (P.42), MOTION PICTURE mode (P.47), or 'AUDIO REC.' (P.53). AF ASSIST LAMP is ...
...warped and the edges of the following are created (P.75). File numbers are reset when new folders are in desired language. Lens makes a clicking noise. Camera has been left for a long period. → Reset the clock (P.16). (Date will be set to '0:00 0. 0. 0' for pictures if ...illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. 'AF ASSIST LAMP' set when any of the subject become a little warm during use : 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only) (P.38), 'BURST' (P.54), 'SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode (P.42), MOTION PICTURE mode (P.47), or 'AUDIO REC.' (P.53). AF ASSIST LAMP is ...
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...Others 6 Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.7 W (DMC-TZ3)/1.4 W (DMC-TZ2) When playing back: 0.8 W Camera effective pixels DMC-TZ3: 7,200,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 6,000,000 pixels Image sensor DMC-TZ3: 1/2.35" CCD, total pixel number 8,500,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 1/2.33"...10 x zoom f=4.6 mm to 46 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3 to F4.9 Digital zoom Max.4 x Extended optical zoom Max. 15 x (DMC-TZ3)/Max. 13.8 x (DMC-TZ2) Focus Normal/Macro 9-area-focusing/3-area-focusing (High speed)/...
...Others 6 Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.7 W (DMC-TZ3)/1.4 W (DMC-TZ2) When playing back: 0.8 W Camera effective pixels DMC-TZ3: 7,200,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 6,000,000 pixels Image sensor DMC-TZ3: 1/2.35" CCD, total pixel number 8,500,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 1/2.33"...10 x zoom f=4.6 mm to 46 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3 to F4.9 Digital zoom Max.4 x Extended optical zoom Max. 15 x (DMC-TZ3)/Max. 13.8 x (DMC-TZ2) Focus Normal/Macro 9-area-focusing/3-area-focusing (High speed)/...
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...Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard) + QuickTime QuickTime Motion JPEG Digital: USB 2.0 (Full Speed) Analog video/audio: NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu)/Audio line output (monaural) DIGITAL/AV OUT: Dedicated jack (8 pin) DC IN: Dedicated jack (2 pin) DMC-TZ3: Approx. 105... card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 232 g (8.18 oz)/ DMC-TZ2 Approx. 222 g (7.83 oz) With card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 257 g (9.06 oz)/ DMC-TZ2 Approx. 247 g (8.71 oz) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for...
...Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 standard) + QuickTime QuickTime Motion JPEG Digital: USB 2.0 (Full Speed) Analog video/audio: NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu)/Audio line output (monaural) DIGITAL/AV OUT: Dedicated jack (8 pin) DC IN: Dedicated jack (2 pin) DMC-TZ3: Approx. 105... card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 232 g (8.18 oz)/ DMC-TZ2 Approx. 222 g (7.83 oz) With card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 257 g (9.06 oz)/ DMC-TZ2 Approx. 247 g (8.71 oz) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for...