Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Lx1 Owners Manual

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Set the mode dial to [R] or [S] to 
display the [SCENE MODE] menu. When 
[SCENE MENU] (P26) is set to [OFF] in the 
[SETUP] menu, press the [MENU] button to 
display the [SCENE MODE] menu.
• Press w to see explanations of the scene 
modes. (Press q to return to the menu.)
• When rotating the zoom lever toward T, 
the page of the menu screen can be 
forwarded. (vice versa)
• If you press the [MENU] button while the 
[SCENE MODE] menu is displayed, you 
can set the [SETUP] menu (P23) and the 
[REC] mode menu (P70).T: [PORTRAIT] (P62)
U: [SPORTS] (P62)
f: [FOOD] (P63)
V: [SCENERY] (P63)
X: [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P64)
W: [NIGHT SCENERY] (P64)
h: [BABY] (P65)
e: [SOFT SKIN] (P66)
g: [CANDLE LIGHT] (P66)
a: [PARTY] (P67)
Z: [FIREWORKS] (P67)
b: [SNOW] (P68)
d: [STARRY SKY] (P68)
c: [SELF PORTRAIT] (P69)
• The following functions cannot be set in 
scene mode.
–White balance (P71)
–ISO sensitivity (P73)
–Metering mode (P75)
–Color effect (P78)
–Picture adjustment (P79)
–AF/AE Lock (P85)
• Use exposure compensation to adjust the 
brightness of pictures you take.
• The color of the picture may seem strange 
if you use a scene mode that is unsuitable 
for the shot.
   Scene modeRS
SCN1SCN2
MENU
SCN1SCENE MODE
SELECTPORTRAIT
FOOD SPORTS1
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This mode allows you to make the subject 
stand out from an unfocused background 
and adjust the exposure and the hue to 
achieve a healthy complexion on the 
subject.
nTechnique for Portrait mode
To make this mode more effective:
1Rotate the zoom lever to Tele as far as 
possible.
2Be close to the subject.
3Select a background which is far from 
the camera.
• This mode is suitable for outdoors in the 
daytime.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
 
This mode allows you to take pictures of a 
fast moving subject. (e.g. When taking 
pictures of outdoor sports.)
nTechnique for Sports mode
To record actions of the subject as if it were 
still, the shutter speed becomes faster than 
usual. This mode is more effective when 
taking pictures in the daytime on a clear 
day.
• This mode is suitable for outdoors in the 
daytime, keeping 16.4 feet (5 m) or more 
away from the subject.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
Por trait modeT
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Sports modeU
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Use this mode to take pictures of food in 
restaurants, irrespective of the lighting, so 
that the natural colors of the subject come 
out.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
 
This mode allows you to take a picture of a 
wide landscape. The camera focuses on a 
distant subject preferentially.
• The focus range is 16.4 feet (5 m) to Z.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
• The Flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[v].
• The setting on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
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Scenery modeV
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This mode allows you to take pictures 
against a night landscape. The subject can 
be recorded with brightness in real life by 
using the flash and the slow shutter speed.
nTechnique for Night portrait mode
• Open the flash. (P40)
• Due to the slow shutter speed, use a 
tripod and the self-timer (P44) for best 
results.
• Keep the subject still for about 1 second 
after taking a picture.
• We recommend taking pictures by rotating 
the zoom lever to Wide (1×), and being at 
a distance about 4.92 feet (1.5 m) from 
the subject.
• The focus range is 3.94 feet (1.2 m) to 
16.4 feet (5 m). (See page 42 for details 
about the flash control range.) 
• The shutter may be kept closed (max. 
about 1 sec.) after taking a picture with 
slow shutter speed, but this is not a 
malfunction.
• When you take pictures in dark places, 
noises may become visible.
• The flash is set to Slow sync./Red-eye 
reduction [u] and always functions in 
this mode.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
• You cannot use [CONT.AF] while in this 
mode. 
• [PLEASE OPEN THE FLASH] appears 
when the flash is closed.
 
This mode allows you to take a picture of a 
nightscape. The landscape can be 
recorded vividly by using the slow shutter 
speed.
nTechnique for Night scenery mode
• Use a tripod as the shutter may be open 
for as long as 8 seconds. Use the self-
timer for best results. (P44)
• The focus range is 16.4 feet (5 m) to Z.
• The shutter may be kept closed (max. 
about 8 seconds) after taking a picture 
with slow shutter speed, but it is not a 
malfunction.
• When you take pictures in dark places, 
noise may become visible.
• The Flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[v].
• The ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
• The settings on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
• You cannot use [CONT.AF] while in this 
mode.
Night portrait modeX
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Night scenery modeW
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This mode adjusts the exposure and tone 
to bring out the healthy color of your baby’s 
skin. The flash will be weaker than normal if 
you choose to use it.
• You can also enter your baby’s age so that 
it appears when you are showing the 
picture later.
• You can also use the [LUMIX Simple 
Viewer] or [PHOTOfunSTUDIO] software 
on the included CD-ROM to print your 
baby’s age. (For details, refer to the 
separate operating instructions for PC 
connection.)
nAge display setting
• To show age, first enter the birthday, 
select [WITH AGE], and press q.
• To not show age, select [WITHOUT AGE], 
and press q.nBirthday setting
1 Select [BIRTHDAY SET.] and press q.
2 [PLEASE SET THE BIRTHDAY OF 
THE BABY] appears on the display. 
Select year/month/day with w/q, then 
change the date with e/r.
3 Press [MENU] to exit.
• If you select [WITH AGE] but you haven’t 
set the birthday, a message appears. 
Press [MENU] and follow steps 
2 and 3 
to enter the birthday.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
• Whenever you turn the camera on in Baby 
mode or switch to Baby mode from any 
other scene mode, your baby’s age and 
the current date and time appear on the 
display for about 5 seconds.
• Actual age displays depend on the 
[LANGUAGE] setting.
• The display on the actual day of your 
baby’s birth will be 0 months 0 days.
• Check the clock and birthday settings if 
the age shown is incorrect.
• Note that if you have selected [WITHOUT 
AGE], age information will not be 
recorded for any pictures you take. The 
information will not appear even if you 
select [WITH AGE] after taking pictures.
• For resetting the birthday setting, use 
[RESET] in the [SETUP] menu. (P25)
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BABY
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BIRTHDAY SET. WITHOUT AGE
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This mode helps you take pictures that 
make the skin of your subject appear 
smoother. Use this mode when taking 
portraits from the chest up.
nTechnique for Soft skin mode
To make this mode more effective:
1Rotate the zoom lever to Tele as far as 
possible.
2Be close to the subject.
3Select a background which is far from 
the camera.
• This mode is suitable for outdoors in the 
daytime.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
• If there are other flesh-colored elements 
in the shot, they will also be softened.
• The effect may not be as obvious if there 
isn’t enough light.
 
Use this mode to get the most from the 
mood created by candlelight.
nTechnique for Candle light mode
• This is most effective if you don’t use the 
flash.
• Use a tripod and the self-timer (P44) for 
best results.
• Shoot with the zoom lever at W (wide) for 
best results.
• The flash mode can be set to Forced ON/
Red-eye reduction [q] or Slow sync./
Red-eye reduction [u].
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
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Select this mode when you want to take 
pictures at wedding receptions, indoor 
parties, etc.
Both the people and the background can 
be recorded with brightness in real life by 
using the flash and slowing down the 
shutter speed.
nTechnique for Party mode
• Open the flash. (P40)
• Due to the slow shutter speed, use a 
tripod and the self-timer (P44) for best 
results.
• We recommend taking pictures by rotating 
the zoom lever to Wide (1×), and being at 
a distance about 4.92 feet (1.5 m) from 
the subject.
• The flash mode can be set to Forced ON/
Red-eye reduction [q] or Slow sync./
Red-eye reduction [u].
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
 
This mode allows you to take beautiful 
pictures of fireworks exploding in the night 
sky. The shutter speed or the exposure is 
automatically adjusted for taking pictures of 
firewor ks.
nTechnique for Fireworks mode
• We recommend using a tripod.
• This mode is most effective on subjects 
that are 32.8 feet (10 m) or more from the 
camera.
• The Flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[v].
• The settings on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
• You cannot change the AF mode setting.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
• You cannot use [CONT.AF] while in this 
mode.
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This mode allows you to take a picture in 
locations such as skiing resorts and 
locations near snowy mountains. The 
exposure and the white balance are 
adjusted to make the white color of the 
snow stand out.
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
 
Choose this setting to take clear pictures of 
the night sky. The slow shutter speed 
makes the stars sparkle. You can choose a 
shutter speed of 15, 30, or 60 seconds.
nTechnique for Starry sky mode
• Due to the slow shutter speed, use a 
tripod and the self-timer (P44) for best 
results.nSetting the shutter speed
• Press e/r to select the shutter speed, 
then press q.
• The countdown screen appears when you 
press the shutter button. Do not move the 
camera. After the countdown is finished, 
[PLEASE WAIT···] is displayed for the 
same amount of time as the shutter speed 
you used. This is to process the signals.
• The shooting is canceled when you press 
the [MENU] button while the countdown 
screen is displayed.
• The Flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[v].
• The stabilizer function is fixed to [OFF]. 
(P47)
• The ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
• You cannot use [CONT.AF] while in this 
mode.
• You cannot use exposure compensation, 
auto bracket mode, burst mode, or 
recording audio.
• The histogram is always orange. (P29)
Snow mode
Starry sky mode
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d
15
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This mode allows you to take a picture of 
yourself.
nTechnique for Self-portrait mode
• When you are focused by pressing the 
shutter button halfway, the self-timer 
indicator lights up. Fix the camera firmly 
and then press the shutter button fully.
• A blinking self-timer lamp indicates that 
the camera has not focused. Press the 
shutter button halfway again to focus.
• The captured picture automatically 
appears on the LCD monitor for 
reviewing. Refer to P37 for operations on 
the review function.
• When the picture may be blurred by slow 
shutter speed, we recommend using the 2 
seconds self-timer. (P44)• The available focus range is 0.98 feet (30 
cm) to 2.3 feet (70 cm).
• You can take a picture of yourself with 
audio (P75). In this time, the self-timer 
indicator lights up while recording the 
audio.
• When you select self-portrait mode [c], 
the zoom lever is automatically moved to 
Wide (1×).
• The self-timer can be set to [OFF] or 
[2SEC.]. (P44) When you set to [2SEC.], it 
is kept until the camera is turned [OFF] or 
you switch the mode.
• The stabilizer function is fixed to 
[MODE2]. (P47)
• The setting on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
• The AF mode is fixed to 9-area-focusing. 
(P76)
• The ISO sensitivity is automatically 
adjusted to the optimal value.
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Using the [REC] mode menu
 
Setting the hue, picture quality adjustment, 
etc. allows you to create wide variations on 
taking pictures.
• Set the mode dial to the desired recording 
mode.
• The menu items depend on the selected 
recording mode.
• When rotating the zoom lever toward T or 
W, the page of the menu screen can be 
forwarded or reversed.
• Close the menu by pressing the shutter 
button halfway or the [MENU] button after 
finishing the setting.K: [W.BALANCE] (P71)
J: [SENSITIVITY] (P73)
Z: [PICT.SIZE] (P73)
Q: [QUALITY] (P74)
R: [AUDIO REC.] (P75)
R: [METERING MODE] (P75)
M: [AF MODE] (P76)
: [CONT.AF] (P77)
N: [AF ASSIST LAMP] (P77)
: [AF/AE LOCK] (P85)
O: [D.ZOOM] (P78)
T: [COL.EFFECT] (P78)
U: [PICT.ADJ.] (P79)
M: [FLIP ANIM.] (P79)SCN1SCN2
EXITMENU
REC
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AUDIO REC. SENSITIVITY
PICT.SIZE
QUALITYAUTO
SET1
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SET
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AF-L
AE-L