Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs10 Basic Owners Manual

							VQT3G70
M0211KZ0
Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-ZS10
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, 
please read the instructions completely.
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.
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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 
						

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products 
on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your 
family years of enjoyment. Please take the time to fill in the information 
below.
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. 
Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information 
source. 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 this Owner’s Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
 • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or 
broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may 
infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording 
of certain material may be restricted.
Model No. Serial No. 
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers 
the product you have purchased. Please call 
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle 
this battery.
Information for Your Safety
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE 
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will 
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  the receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:  To assure continued compliance, follow the attached 
installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or 
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user
’s authority to operate 
this equipment.
Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-ZS10
Responsible party: 

 
Panasonic Corporation of 
North America  
One Panasonic W

ay, 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
 

     
Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company 
1-800-211-P

ANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
DMC-ZS10 
						

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products 
on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your 
family years of enjoyment. Please take the time to fill in the information 
below.
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. 
Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information 
source. 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 this Owner’s Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
 • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or 
broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may 
infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording 
of certain material may be restricted.
Model No. Serial No. 
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers 
the product you have purchased. Please call 
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle 
this battery.
Information for Your Safety
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE 
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will 
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  the receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:  To assure continued compliance, follow the attached 
installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or 
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user
’s authority to operate 
this equipment.
Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-ZS10
Responsible party: 

 
Panasonic Corporation of 
North America  
One Panasonic W

ay, 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
 

     
Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company 
1-800-211-P

ANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
DMC-ZS10 
						

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WarningRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C 
(140 °F) or incinerate.
 ■About the battery charger
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-
IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE 
UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE 
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT 
OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
 • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to 
a 120 V AC power supply only

.
 • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the 

AC outlet configuration.
 ■Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15/RP-CDHM30: 
optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such 
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
 • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV

, the pictures and/or sound on this unit 
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
 • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise  adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
 • Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
 • Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
 • If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly

, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC 
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC 
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
 • If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures  and/or sound may be adversely affected.
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
DAMAGE, 
 •DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING 
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, 
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
 • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE 
THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
 ■Product identification marking
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
 ■About the battery pack
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
 • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, 
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub 
the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer . 
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
 • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct  sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. 
						

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WarningRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C 
(140 °F) or incinerate.
 ■About the battery charger
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-
IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE 
UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE 
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT 
OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
 • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to 
a 120 V AC power supply only

.
 • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the 

AC outlet configuration.
 ■Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15/RP-CDHM30: 
optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such 
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
 • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV

, the pictures and/or sound on this unit 
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
 • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise  adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
 • Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
 • Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
 • If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly

, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC 
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC 
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
 • If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures  and/or sound may be adversely affected.
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
DAMAGE, 
 •DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING 
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, 
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
 • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE 
THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
 ■Product identification marking
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
 ■About the battery pack
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
 • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, 
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub 
the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only 
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer . 
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
 • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct  sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. 
						

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ContentsStandard accessories
Information for Your Safety .......2
Before use
Standard accessories ................7
Names of parts............................ 8
Cursor button ...................................9
Touch operations ......................10
Preparations
Charging the battery ................12
Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery
 ................14Picture save destination  
(cards and built-in memory) ...........15
Setting the clock .......................16About GPS .....................................17
Setting the menu ......................18
Basics
Selecting the Recording Mode...19
Taking pictures with automatic 
settings  
[Intelligent Auto] Mode
 .............20AF Tracking ....................................21
Taking motion pictures ............22
Viewing your pictures   
[Normal Play]
 ............................23
Deleting pictures
 ......................23
Others
Reading the Owner’s Manual  
(PDF format)
 ..............................24
Specifications
 ...........................26
Optional accessories
 ...............29
Digital Camera Accessory 

 
Order Form
 ................................30
Limited Warranty (ONL

Y FOR 
U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
 .....31
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal 
and noncommercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with 
the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded 
by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was 
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is 
granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be 
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part 
numbers are as of January 2011.
Battery pack
DMW-BCG10PP
 • Charge the battery  before use.
Battery pack is indicated as 
battery pack or battery in the 
text.
Battery charger
DE-A65B
Battery charger is indicated as 
battery charger or charger in 
the text.
Stylus Pen
VGQ0C14
Hand strap
VFC4297
USB connection cable
K1HY08YY0017 
AV cable
K1HY08YY0018 
CD-ROM
VFF0765
 • Software:Use it to install the 
software on your PC.
 • Owner’s Manual
 • Cards are optional. Y ou can record or play back pictures on the built-in 
memory when you are not using a card.
 • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts  department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining 
replacement parts.
 • Please dispose of all packaging appropriately. • Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Before use   
						

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ContentsStandard accessories
Information for Your Safety .......2
Before use
Standard accessories ................7
Names of parts............................ 8
Cursor button ...................................9
Touch operations ......................10
Preparations
Charging the battery ................12
Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery
 ................14Picture save destination  
(cards and built-in memory) ...........15
Setting the clock .......................16About GPS .....................................17
Setting the menu ......................18
Basics
Selecting the Recording Mode...19
Taking pictures with automatic 
settings  
[Intelligent Auto] Mode
 .............20AF Tracking ....................................21
Taking motion pictures ............22
Viewing your pictures   
[Normal Play]
 ............................23
Deleting pictures
 ......................23
Others
Reading the Owner’s Manual  
(PDF format)
 ..............................24
Specifications
 ...........................26
Optional accessories
 ...............29
Digital Camera Accessory 

 
Order Form
 ................................30
Limited Warranty (ONL

Y FOR 
U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
 .....31
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal 
and noncommercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with 
the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded 
by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was 
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is 
granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be 
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part 
numbers are as of January 2011.
Battery pack
DMW-BCG10PP
 • Charge the battery  before use.
Battery pack is indicated as 
battery pack or battery in the 
text.
Battery charger
DE-A65B
Battery charger is indicated as 
battery charger or charger in 
the text.
Stylus Pen
VGQ0C14
Hand strap
VFC4297
USB connection cable
K1HY08YY0017 
AV cable
K1HY08YY0018 
CD-ROM
VFF0765
 • Software:Use it to install the 
software on your PC.
 • Owner’s Manual
 • Cards are optional. Y ou can record or play back pictures on the built-in 
memory when you are not using a card.
 • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts  department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining 
replacement parts.
 • Please dispose of all packaging appropriately. • Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Before use   
						

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Names of parts
Cursor button
Hand strap eyelet
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual 
product.
[MENU/SET]
(menu display/set/finish) 
Left cursor button (◄)
 • Self-timer
Down cursor button (▼)
 • Macro Mode etc. Up cursor button (▲)
 •Exposure Compensation, 
Auto Bracket etc.
Right cursor button (►) • Flash 
 ●In this manual, the button that is used is indicated by▲▼◄►.
 ●We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the 
AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
 ●If the power supply is cut off due to a power cut or the AC adaptor being 
disconnected, the motion picture being recorded using the AC adaptor 
will not be recorded.
Camera ON/OFF switch
Shutter button
Mode dial
Flash
Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
Lens barrel
Lens
LCD monitor
[EXPOSURE] button
[DISP.] button
[Q.MENU]/[
 / ] 
(Delete/Return) button Speaker
GPS antenna 
GPS status 
indicator
Microphone
Motion picture 
button
REC/PLAY switch
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). ●When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler 
(DMW-DCC5; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are 
used.
Zoom lever
We recommend using the 
supplied hand strap to avoid 
dropping the camera.
Tripod receptacle
 • Ensure that the tripod is stable.
Card/Battery door
Release lever
DC coupler cover  HDMI socket 
						

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Names of parts
Cursor button
Hand strap eyelet
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual 
product.
[MENU/SET]
(menu display/set/finish) 
Left cursor button (◄)
 • Self-timer
Down cursor button (▼)
 • Macro Mode etc. Up cursor button (▲)
 •Exposure Compensation, 
Auto Bracket etc.
Right cursor button (►) • Flash 
 ●In this manual, the button that is used is indicated by▲▼◄►.
 ●We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the 
AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
 ●If the power supply is cut off due to a power cut or the AC adaptor being 
disconnected, the motion picture being recorded using the AC adaptor 
will not be recorded.
Camera ON/OFF switch
Shutter button
Mode dial
Flash
Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
Lens barrel
Lens
LCD monitor
[EXPOSURE] button
[DISP.] button
[Q.MENU]/[
 / ] 
(Delete/Return) button Speaker
GPS antenna 
GPS status 
indicator
Microphone
Motion picture 
button
REC/PLAY switch
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). ●When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler 
(DMW-DCC5; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are 
used.
Zoom lever
We recommend using the 
supplied hand strap to avoid 
dropping the camera.
Tripod receptacle
 • Ensure that the tripod is stable.
Card/Battery door
Release lever
DC coupler cover  HDMI socket 
						

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Touch operations
This camera’s touch panel senses pressure that is applied to the screen.
TouchTo “touch” is to press the touch panel and then pull the finger back 
again.
Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions. • Touch an icon near its center. If multiple icons are touched simultaneously, the 
camera may not operate normally.
DragTo “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the touch panel 
surface.
Dragging (sliding your finger across the screen) is used to scroll the pictures or 
change the range of the pictures displayed.
 ●If the type of sheet to protect LCD screens that are available on the 
market is to be used, observe the precautions that are contained with 
the sheet. (Some types of protective sheets may impair the screen’ s 
visual recognition and ease of operation.)
 ●If the camera is used with a protective sheet available on the market 
attached to its screen or if the screen is not very responsive, touch the 
screen with a little more pressure.
 ●If your hand is pressed against the touch panel when holding the 
camera, the touch panel will not work properly.
 ●Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball 
point pens.
 ●Do not press the touch panel with your fingernails. ●Clean the LCD monitor with a soft dry cloth if there are fingerprints or 
other kinds of dirt on it.
 ■Stylus pen
The stylus pen (supplied) comes in handy when doing the kinds of jobs 
that require close or careful operation and your fingertips are too large 
to perform the operations easily.
 • Do not use a pen other than the pen supplied. • Keep the stylus pen out of the reach of infants and small children. • Do not place the stylus pen on the LCD monitor when storing. LCD  monitor may break when the stylus pen is pressed strongly against 
the LCD monitor.