Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-TZ70/DMC-ZS50 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”...
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
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■ About the battery pack CAUTION • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. •...
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
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For Singapore only Complies with IDA Standards DB01017 (ENG) SQT0625...
Contents Information for Your Safety ..2 Taking pictures with the Before use ........ 7 composition determined Standard accessories ..... 8 [Composition Guide] ..... 25 Names and Functions Viewing your pictures ... 26 of Main Parts ......9 Deleting pictures ....26 Inserting and removing the What you can do with the battery or SD memory card...
Before use ■ Camera handling ● Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera.
Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Flash 18 Shutter button 2 Self-timer indicator/ 19 Zoom lever 20 Motion picture button AF Assist Lamp 21 Camera [ON/OFF] button 3 Control ring 22 Tripod mount 4 Lens barrel 5 Lens • Do not attach this unit to tripods that have screws with a length of 5.5 mm •...
[MENU/SET] button / Cursor button [MENU/SET] button • Use this button to display the menus, enter the settings, etc. Cursor button • This button is used to move the cursor on the menu screens and for other functions. • In this manual, the button that is to be used is indicated by You can perform the following operations while recording.
Lever Press Pull out ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCM13E). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Charging the battery • The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCM13E. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C.
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When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper connections may cause malfunctions. ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). ● Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ●...
Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] •...
Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Press or turn the control dial to select the menu type, and press [MENU/SET] Press or turn the control dial to select the menu item, and press [MENU/SET] •...
Holding the camera Do not block the flash or the lamp. Do not look at it from Flash/AF Assist Lamp close range. ● To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimises settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set mode dial to [ ] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use.
■ Recording modes [Intelligent Auto] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. You can switch to the [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode on the menu to adjust the brightness and colour settings to your liking. [Program AE] Mode Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. [Aperture-Priority] Mode Determine aperture, then record pictures.
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Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode • [i.Zoom] Increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set the [i.Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON]. • [Digital Zoom] Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extra optical zoom.
Recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). You can record motion pictures fitting each recording mode. Press the motion picture button ( ) to start recording ● Do not block the microphones ( ) when recording motion pictures.
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Recording motion pictures ■ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. The recording format for motion pictures can be changed in [Rec Format] of the [Motion Picture] menu. ■...
Using the control ring/control dial You can use the control ring/control dial to perform frequently used operations and settings directly. Control ring Control dial Items that can be set by the control ring/control dial vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Setting Recording mode ∗...
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Using the control ring/control dial ■ To change the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial. Press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Ring/Dial Set] and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [ ] (control ring) or [...
Registering preferred functions to the [Fn1] / [Fn2] button Register frequently used functions from the [Rec] menu, [Setup] menu or other menus to the [Fn1] button or [Fn2] button for faster operation. • The [Fn1] button (see below) is set to [Composition Guide] and [Fn2] button (→17) is set to [LVF/Monitor Switch] at the time of purchase.
Viewing your pictures Press the Playback button ( ) • By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in playback mode. Press or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed Folder/File number Picture number/...
■ Using the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet By installing the “Panasonic Image App” on your smartphone/tablet, you can operate the camera remotely and use the smartphone/tablet to record and play back. In addition, you can copy pictures in the camera to the smartphone/ tablet.
” <Using an Android device> Select “Google Play Store” Enter “Panasonic Image App” or “LUMIX” to search for the Select “Panasonic Image App” and install it • Use the latest version. • Supported OS versions as of January 2015. Supported OS versions may be changed without prior notice.
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STEP 2 Connecting to a smartphone You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this unit without entering a password on your smartphone. Press [Wi-Fi] button The information (SSID) required for directly connecting your smartphone to this unit is displayed. Perform the Wi-Fi setting on your smartphone <Using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad)>...
Using the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet STEP 3 Operating the camera with a smartphone Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) You can operate the zoom and press the shutter just like using a remote control. Select [ ] on the “Image App”...
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Closing the connection Press [Q.MENU/ ] button • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET]. Close “Image App” on the smartphone • For details on how to close the application, refer to the operating instructions of your device. ■...
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied) •...
Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer to use. For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” or the manuals for each software. •...
Turn on the camera and the PC, and connect them using the USB connection cable (supplied) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Press...
Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. • If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. • Further information is provided in the “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section.
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Troubleshooting I am having a problem connecting to my Windows 8 PC. The user name and password are not recognised. ● Depending on the OS version, on Windows 8, for example, there are two types of user account (local account/Microsoft account). →...
Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5 V Power 1.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) Consumption 1.1 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.3″ MOS sensor, total pixel number 12,800,000 pixels Primary colour filter Lens Optical 30x zoom...
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Specifications Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter Shutter speed 4 seconds to 1/2000th of a second [Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds Minimum Approx. 10 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter Illumination speed is 1/25th of a second) Exposure (AE) Programme AE (P) / Aperture-priority AE (A) / Shutter-priority AE (S) / Manual exposure (M)
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Interface Digital USB 2.0 (High Speed) Analogue video NTSC / PAL Composite (Switched by menu) Audio Audio line output (Monaural) Terminal HDMI: MicroHDMI Type D AV OUT/DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin) Dimensions Approx. 110.7 mm (W) x 64.6 mm (H) x 34.4 mm (D) (excluding the projection part) Mass With card and battery: Approx.
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Specifications AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0772 (DMC-TZ70GA)): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V, 800 mA AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0775 (DMC-ZS50GH)): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A...
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HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.