Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc S3 Basic Owners Manual

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Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)Viewing your pictures [Normal Play]
Playback Mode: 
Deleting pictures
Playback Mode: 
Press the Playback button ()
Press ◄► to select the picture 
 ●To play back a motion picture, select an image with ◄ or ►, and then 
press ▲ to start playback.
 ●Be careful not to block the speaker. ●You can print pictures by connecting a camera to your computer or 
printer, or by giving an SD card to a shop assistant at a photo shop.
Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.
Press [ / ] () to delete the 
displayed picture
Press ◄ to select [Yes] and 
then press [MENU/SET] (
)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained 
in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied 
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
 ■For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing 
the Owner’s Manual (supplied)
Click the “Owner’s Manual”
Select the desired language and then click 
“Owner’s Manual” to install
 To return to the install menu.  See next page.
Double click the “Owner’s Manual” shortcut icon 
on the desktop
Others   
						

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Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) 
(Continued)Specifications
 ■When the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) will not open
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 
or later to browse or print the Owner’s Manual (PDF format).
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied),
click 
 and then follow the messages on the screen to install.
Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4 / Windows XP SP3 / Windows 
Vista SP2 / Windows 7
 • You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can  use with your OS from the following W

eb Site.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions
 ■To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder . • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, 
click the “Show the contents of this folder” to display them.
 ■For Macintosh
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing 
the Owner’s Manual (supplied)
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then 
copy the PDF file with the desired language inside 
the folder
Double click the PDF file to open it
Digital Camera: Information for your safety
Power Source  DC 5.1 V
Power 
Consumption When recording: 1.2 W
When playing back: 0.7 W
Camera effective 
pixels 14,100,000 pixels (DMC-S3)
12,100,000 pixels (DMC-S1)
Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD, 
total pixel number 
 14,500,000 pixels (DMC-S3) 
12,700,000 pixels (DMC-S1)
Primary color filter
Lens Optical 4 x zoom
f=5.0 mm to 20.0 mm  
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 112 mm)/  
F3.1 (Max. W) to F6.5 (Max. 

T)
Digital Zoom Max. 4 x 
Extended Optical 
Zoom Max. 8.4 x (DMC-S3)
Max. 7.8 x (DMC-S1)
(When the picture size is set to 3 million pixels [3M] 
or less.)
Focus range
Intelligent Auto/
Normal/ 
Motion Picture 5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to 
Scene Mode
There may be difference in above settings.
Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter
Burst recording Burst speed 2 pictures/second (DMC-S3)
The burst speed differs according to the writing 
speed of the card and picture size. (DMC-S1)
Number of 
recordable 
pictures Until card/built-in memory is full   
						

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Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) 
(Continued)Specifications
 ■When the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) will not open
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 
or later to browse or print the Owner’s Manual (PDF format).
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied),
click 
 and then follow the messages on the screen to install.
Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4 / Windows XP SP3 / Windows 
Vista SP2 / Windows 7
 • You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can  use with your OS from the following W

eb Site.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions
 ■To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder . • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, 
click the “Show the contents of this folder” to display them.
 ■For Macintosh
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing 
the Owner’s Manual (supplied)
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then 
copy the PDF file with the desired language inside 
the folder
Double click the PDF file to open it
Digital Camera: Information for your safety
Power Source  DC 5.1 V
Power 
Consumption When recording: 1.2 W
When playing back: 0.7 W
Camera effective 
pixels 14,100,000 pixels (DMC-S3)
12,100,000 pixels (DMC-S1)
Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD, 
total pixel number 
 14,500,000 pixels (DMC-S3) 
12,700,000 pixels (DMC-S1)
Primary color filter
Lens Optical 4 x zoom
f=5.0 mm to 20.0 mm  
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 112 mm)/  
F3.1 (Max. W) to F6.5 (Max. 

T)
Digital Zoom Max. 4 x 
Extended Optical 
Zoom Max. 8.4 x (DMC-S3)
Max. 7.8 x (DMC-S1)
(When the picture size is set to 3 million pixels [3M] 
or less.)
Focus range
Intelligent Auto/
Normal/ 
Motion Picture 5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to 
Scene Mode
There may be difference in above settings.
Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter
Burst recording Burst speed 2 pictures/second (DMC-S3)
The burst speed differs according to the writing 
speed of the card and picture size. (DMC-S1)
Number of 
recordable 
pictures Until card/built-in memory is full   
						

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Specifications (Continued)
Shutter speed8 to 1/1600 th
Exposure (AE) AUTO (Program AE)
Exposure Compensation
(1/3 EV Step, -2 EV to +2 EV)
Metering Mode Multiple
LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3)  
(Approx. 230,400 dots) 
(field of view ratio about 100 %)
Flash Flash range: 
 (ISO  ) Approx. 40 cm (1.32 feet) 
to 3.3 m (10.8 feet) (Wide)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Recording media Built-in Memory  
(DMC-S3: Approx. 70 MB, DMC-S1: Approx. 20 MB)/
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/ 
SDXC Memory Card
Recording file 
format Still picture JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File 
system, based on Exif 2.3 standard)
Motion 
pictures QuickTime Motion JPEG
(motion pictures with audio)
Interface Digital USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Analog video NTSC Composite
Audio  Audio line output (Monaural)
Terminal AV OUT/DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
DimensionsApprox. 98.8 mm (W) x 58.8 mm (H) x 20.9 mm (D)[3.89” (W) x 2.31” (H) x 0.82” (D)]
(excluding the projection part)
Mass With card and battery: Approx. 117 
 (0.26 lb)
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 100  (0.22 lb)
Operating 
temperature 0
 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating 
humidity 10
 %RH to 80 %RH
Language select [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL] 
						

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Specifications (Continued)
Shutter speed8 to 1/1600 th
Exposure (AE) AUTO (Program AE)
Exposure Compensation
(1/3 EV Step, -2 EV to +2 EV)
Metering Mode Multiple
LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3)  
(Approx. 230,400 dots) 
(field of view ratio about 100 %)
Flash Flash range: 
 (ISO  ) Approx. 40 cm (1.32 feet) 
to 3.3 m (10.8 feet) (Wide)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Recording media Built-in Memory  
(DMC-S3: Approx. 70 MB, DMC-S1: Approx. 20 MB)/
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/ 
SDXC Memory Card
Recording file 
format Still picture JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File 
system, based on Exif 2.3 standard)
Motion 
pictures QuickTime Motion JPEG
(motion pictures with audio)
Interface Digital USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Analog video NTSC Composite
Audio  Audio line output (Monaural)
Terminal AV OUT/DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
DimensionsApprox. 98.8 mm (W) x 58.8 mm (H) x 20.9 mm (D)[3.89” (W) x 2.31” (H) x 0.82” (D)]
(excluding the projection part)
Mass With card and battery: Approx. 117 
 (0.26 lb)
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 100  (0.22 lb)
Operating 
temperature 0
 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating 
humidity 10
 %RH to 80 %RH
Language select [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL] 
						

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Specifications (Continued)Optional accessories
Battery charger
(Panasonic DE-A91B): Information for your safety
Input110 V to 240 V ~ 50/60Hz, 0.2 A
Output 4.2 V 
 0.43 A (Battery charging)
Equipment mobility: Movable
Battery pack (lithium-ion)
(Panasonic NCA-YN101G):  Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity3.6 V / 660 mAh
Product name: Battery pack
Product no.:      DMW-BCK7PP
 ●Performance identical to supplied battery pack. ●Recommended for taking on holiday, etc.
Product name:
 AC adaptor
Product no.:  

   
DMW-AC5PP
Purchase the AC adaptor and DC coupler as a set. 

They cannot be used 
individually with this camera.
Product name:
 DC coupler
Product no.:  

   
DMW-DCC10
Product name:
 AV cable
Product no.:  

   
DMW-AVC1
Product name:
 SDXC Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
48 GB: RP-SDW48GU1K     

                     
64 GB: RP-SDW64GU1K
Product name:
 SDHC Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
4 GB: RP-SDW04GU1K     

                     
4 GB: RP-SDN04GU1A     

                     
8 GB: RP-SDW08GU1K     

                     
8 GB: RP-SDN08GU1A     

                     
16 GB: RP-SDW16GU1K     

                     
16 GB: RP-SDN16GU1A     

                     
32 GB: RP-SDW32GU1K
Product name:
 SD Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
2 GB: RP-SDN02GU1A
 ●Product numbers are correct as of January 2011. These may be subject 
to change.
 ●Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. 
Consult your local dealer.   
						

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Specifications (Continued)Optional accessories
Battery charger
(Panasonic DE-A91B): Information for your safety
Input110 V to 240 V ~ 50/60Hz, 0.2 A
Output 4.2 V 
 0.43 A (Battery charging)
Equipment mobility: Movable
Battery pack (lithium-ion)
(Panasonic NCA-YN101G):  Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity3.6 V / 660 mAh
Product name: Battery pack
Product no.:      DMW-BCK7PP
 ●Performance identical to supplied battery pack. ●Recommended for taking on holiday, etc.
Product name:
 AC adaptor
Product no.:  

   
DMW-AC5PP
Purchase the AC adaptor and DC coupler as a set. 

They cannot be used 
individually with this camera.
Product name:
 DC coupler
Product no.:  

   
DMW-DCC10
Product name:
 AV cable
Product no.:  

   
DMW-AVC1
Product name:
 SDXC Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
48 GB: RP-SDW48GU1K     

                     
64 GB: RP-SDW64GU1K
Product name:
 SDHC Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
4 GB: RP-SDW04GU1K     

                     
4 GB: RP-SDN04GU1A     

                     
8 GB: RP-SDW08GU1K     

                     
8 GB: RP-SDN08GU1A     

                     
16 GB: RP-SDW16GU1K     

                     
16 GB: RP-SDN16GU1A     

                     
32 GB: RP-SDW32GU1K
Product name:
 SD Memory Card
Product no.:  

   
2 GB: RP-SDN02GU1A
 ●Product numbers are correct as of January 2011. These may be subject 
to change.
 ●Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. 
Consult your local dealer.   
						

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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
1. Digital Camera Model #                                          
2. Items Ordered
Accessory #  Description Price Each Quantity Total Price
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Shipping & Handling 6.95Total Enclosed 
3.Method of payment (check one)
   Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)   VISA  Credit Card #      MasterCard Expiration Date      Discover Customer Signature   
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash) 
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)  Ship 

To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last
Street Address 
City
StateZipNight    (       )
Day      (       ) Phone#:
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  THE FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY  ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Limited Warranty  
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
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Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) 
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the 
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which 
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) 
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a 
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The 
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the 
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty 
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and 
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and 
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the 
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. Product or Part Name
PartsLabor
Digital Still Camera 1 year1 year
CCD 6 months 90 days
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Pack (defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
1. Digital Camera Model #                                          
2. Items Ordered
Accessory #  Description Price Each Quantity Total Price
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Shipping & Handling 6.95Total Enclosed 
3.Method of payment (check one)
   Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)   VISA  Credit Card #      MasterCard Expiration Date      Discover Customer Signature   
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash) 
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)  Ship 

To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last
Street Address 
City
StateZipNight    (       )
Day      (       ) Phone#:
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  THE FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY  ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Limited Warranty  
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
11(ENG) VQT1N09
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) 
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the 
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which 
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) 
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a 
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The 
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the 
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty 
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and 
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and 
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the 
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. Product or Part Name
PartsLabor
Digital Still Camera 1 year1 year
CCD 6 months 90 days
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Pack (defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable
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Mail-In Service
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the 
product prepaid to:
Panasonic Exchange Center
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B
McAllen, TX 78503
panacare
@us.panasonic.comWhen shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it 
prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. If Lithium Ion 
batteries are shipped by air the package must be labeled “Contains Lithium Ion 
Battery (No lithium metal)”. Damaged batteries are prohibited from shipment by 
US Mail.  Batteries must be securely packed in a manner to prevent 
short-circuiting and a package cannot contain more than 3 Lithium Ion batteries.  
Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime 
phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required 
under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE 
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic 
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in 
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, 
or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, 
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, 
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as 
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service 
by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or 
damage that is attributable to acts of God.
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER 
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING 
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, 
loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. 
The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY 
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED 
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions 
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights 
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or 
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the 
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's 
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED 
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
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