Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Ts3 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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Taking Close-up Pictures ([AF Macro]/[Macro Zoom])
Press 4 [# ].
Press  3/4 to select a mode and then press [MENU/SET].
Note
•We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer.•We recommend setting the flash to [ Œ] when you take pictures at close range.•If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, 
the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.
•When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range is significantly narrowed. 
Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the 
subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.
•Macro Mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between 
the camera and the subject is far, it takes longer to focus on it.
•When you take pictures at close range, the resolution of the periphery of the picture may 
decrease slightly. This is not a malfunction.
•[Macro Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases.–In 3D Photo Mode–When [ ] in [AF Mode] is set
ItemDescription of settings
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([AF Macro])
This mode allows you to take clos e-up pictures of a subject, e.g. 
when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a 
subject as close as 5 cm (0.17 feet) from the lens by pressing the 
zoom button upmost to Wide (1 k).
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[ ] is displayed during AF Macro Mode.
[]
([Macro Zoom])
You can take a picture with the Digital Zoom up to 3 k while 
maintaining the distance to the subject for the extreme Wide 
position [5 cm (0.17 feet)].
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The image quality is poorer than during normal recording.•Zoom range will be displayed in blue. (digital zoom range)•[ ] is displayed during Macro Zoom Mode.
[OFF]
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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer
Press 2 [ë].
Press  3/4 to select a mode and then press [MENU/SET].
Note
•When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before 
recording. In dark places, the Self-timer indi cator will blink and then may turn on brightly 
operating as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject.
•We recommend using a tripod when recording with the Self-timer.•Setting of the Self-timer cannot be performed in following conditions.–In [Hi-Speed Burst] in Scene Mode–When recording motion pictures
ItemDescription of settings
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Picture is taken after 10 seconds.
•Self-timer cannot be set to 10 seconds in [Self Portrait] in Scene 
Mode.
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Picture is taken after 2 seconds.
•When using a tripod etc., this setting is a convenient way to avoid 
the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button.
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Press the shutter button halfway to focus 
and then press it fully to take the picture.
•The Self-timer indicator  A blinks and the shutter is 
activated after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds). 
						

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Compensating the Exposure
Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in 
brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples.
Note
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EV is an abbreviation of  [Exposure Value]. It refers to the amount of light given to the CCD by 
the aperture value and the shutter speed.
•The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off.•The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the 
subject.
•Exposure Compensation cannot be used when in [Starry Sky] in Scene Mode.
Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed
Compensate the exposure 
towards positive. Compensate the exposure
towards negative.
Press 3 [È] until [Exposure] appears, compensate 
the exposure with 2 /1.
•Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.
Press [MENU/SET].
•The exposure compensation value appears on the screen. 
						

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Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected Exposure 
Compensation range each time the shutter button  is pressed. You can select the picture 
with the desired exposure from the 3 p ictures with different exposures.
With Auto Bracket  d1EV
Note
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When setting Auto Bracket, [ ] appears on the screen.•When taking pictures using Auto Bracket after setting the Exposure Compensation range, the 
pictures taken are based on the selected Exposure Compensation range.
When the exposure is compensated, the Exposure Compensation value appears on the lower 
left of the screen.
•The exposure may not be compensated with Auto Bracket depending on the brightness of the 
subject.
•[ Œ ] is set for the flash when Auto Bracket is set.•Setting of the auto bracket cannot be performed in following conditions.–In [Transform], [Panorama Assist], [Handheld Night Shot], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst], 
[Starry Sky], [Pin Hole], [Film Grain] and [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode
–When recording motion pictures  
1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture
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Press 3 [È] until [Auto Bracket] appears, set the 
compensation range of the exposure with  2/1.
•When you do not use Auto Bracket, select [OFF] (0).
Press [MENU/SET]. 
						

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[Rec] Mode: 
Take the Outdoors Scene Expressively
By setting the [Rec] Mode to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] pictures can be taken more 
effectively matching the conditions such as sports, snow, beach & snorkeling.Note
•
The mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the mode is switched after changing 
the flash setting between [ ], [ ], [ ] and [].•Tone of the color of the image may change when picture is taken with unmatched usage.•The following items cannot be set because the camera automatically adjusts them to the 
optimal setting.
–[Sensitivity]/[i.Exposure]/[Min. Shtr Speed]/[i.Resolution]/[Color Mode]
Set here when you want to take pictures of  sports scenes or other fast-moving events.
Note
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Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second.•This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or more.
This allows you to take pictures that show t he snow as white as possible at a ski resort or 
a snow-covered mountain.
Note
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To prevent water leakage, make sure that there are no foreign objects, such as sand, hair, dust, 
etc., clamped and close the side door all the way until it clicks. Also, read “(Important) About 
the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera”  (P8)  before using the 
camera.
[Sports] 
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This is optimal for taking pictures underwater and at the beach. Depth meter will 
automatically operate. It can be a rough indication of how deep you have gone 
underwater.
Make sure to perform [Depth indicator] in [GPS/Sensor] menu to set the depth meter 
before you dive underwater.
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 3/4/2/ 1 to select [GPS/Sensor] menu, and then press 
[MENU/SET].
Press  3/4 to select [Depth indicator], and then press [MENU/SET].
•Confirmation screen is displayed. Depth meter will be set to 0 m (0 feet) when [Yes] is 
selected. Exit the menu once completed.
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∫About the screen display underwaterA Depth meter
•Depth meter will display the depth up to 12 m (40 feet) in 3 levels.
•Camera will automatically set to the optimal picture quality for underwater from the depth 
information. Icons showing the picture  quality will switch in such a case.
About the fine adjustment of the white balance
Color can be adjusted in accordance with the depth  or weather. For details, refer to “Finely 
adjusting the White Balance” on  P102.
Note
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Measured depth may not be accurate when pressure is applied to front or rear of this unit by 
pressing with your hands, etc. In such a case, it is recommended to perform [Depth indicator] 
again when you get back to the surface.
•To prevent water leakage, make sure that there are no foreign objects, such as sand, hair, dust, 
etc., clamped and close the side door all the way until it clicks. Also, read “(Important) About 
the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera”  (P8)  before using the 
camera.
•Dip the camera in fresh water in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less after using it, then 
wipe the water off with dry soft cloth.  (P11)
When the third level is flashing
You are approaching a depth of 12 m (40 feet), which is 
the diving limit of this unit. Please be aware.
Entire depth meter is flashingYou have exceeded a depth of 12 m (40 feet).
[]It is adjusted to optimal picture quality for underwater up to a depth of 3 m 
(10 feet) when [ ] is displayed.
[]It is adjusted to optimal picture quality for underwater for a depth of 3 m (10 feet) 
to 12 m (40 feet) when [ ] is displayed.
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This is optimal for taking pictures underwater deeper than 12 m (40 feet) by the use of the 
marine case (DMW-MCFT3; optional) 
¢This camera has a waterproof/dustproof function equivalent to “IP68”. It is possible to take 
pictures in 12 m (40 feet) depth for 60 minutes.
Fixing the focus underwater (AF Lock)
You can fix the focus before taking a picture with AF  lock. This is useful if you want to take 
pictures of a fast moving subject etc.
1Aim the AF area at the subject.2Press  2 to fix the focus.
•The AF lock icon appears when the subject is focused.•Press  2 again to cancel AF lock.•When you press the zoom button, the AF lock is canceled. In this case, focus on the 
subject and fix the focus again.
•You cannot set to AF lock when [AF Mode] is set to [ ].
White Balance fine adjustment
You can adjust the hue to match the water depth and the weather.
For details, see “Finely adjusting the White Balance” on  P102.
Note
•
To prevent water leakage, make sure that there are no foreign objects, such as sand, hair, dust, 
etc., clamped and close the side door and all the way until it clicks. Also, read “(Important) 
About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera”  (P8)  before using 
the camera.
•Dip the camera in fresh water in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less after using it, then 
wipe the water off with dry soft cloth.  (P11)
•Positioning is not possible underwater, because the GPS signals cannot reach the 
camera.
•Compass, altimeter (depth meter), or barometer cannot be used.
[Underwater] 
						

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Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being 
Recorded
 (Scene Mode)
When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera 
sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture.
Press [MODE].
Press 3/4/2/ 1 to select [Scene Mode], and then 
press [MENU/SET].
Press  3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then 
press [MENU/SET].
•You can switch menu screens from any menu item by pressing the zoom button.
Note
•To change the Scene Mode, press [MENU/SET] and then press  3/4 /2/ 1 to select 
[Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET] to return to step 3 above.•The following items cannot be set in Scene Mode because the camera automatically adjusts 
them to the optimal setting.
–[Sensitivity]/[i.Exposure]/[Min. Shtr Speed]/[i.Resolution]/[Color Mode]
When taking pictures of people outdoors during t he day, this mode allows you to improve 
the appearance of the persons and make their skin tones look healthier.
∫ Technique for Portrait Mode
To make this mode more effective:
1 Press and hold down the zoom button as far as possible to Tele.
2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.
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When taking pictures of people outdoors during the day, this mode enables the texture of 
their skin to appear even softer than with [Portrait]. (It is effective when taking pictures of 
people from the chest up.)
∫ Technique for Soft Skin Mode
To make this mode more effective:
1 Press and hold down the zoom button as far as possible to Tele.
2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.
Note
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If a part of the background etc. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed.•This mode may not be effective when there is insufficient brightness.
Subject can be recorded either  slim or stretched, and at the same time, skin can be 
recorded smoothly.
∫ Setting the level of transform
Select the level of transform.
Note
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Do not use the material against the public order and morals, or to offend someone.
Select this to take pictures of yourself.
∫ Technique for Self Portrait Mode
•
Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The Self-timer indicator 
lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold 
the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
•The subject is not focused when the Self-timer indicator is 
blinking. Make sure to press the shutter button halfway again to 
focus.
•If the picture is blurry due to the slow shutter speed, we 
recommend using the 2 second Self-timer.
This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape.
[Soft Skin]
[Transform]
[Self Portrait]
[Scenery]