Panasonic Dmc Fx90 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX90
VQT3S36-1
 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the inst ructions completely.
until 
2011/9/6 
						

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Contents
Before Use
Care of the camera ................................... 5
Standard Accessories ............................... 6
Names and Functions of Main Parts ......... 7
How to Use the Touch Panel .................... 8
Preparation
Charging the Battery ................................. 9• Charging ............................................. 9
• Approximate operating time and 
number of recordable pictures .......... 11
Inserting and Removing the Card 
(optional)/the Battery ............................... 12
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ........ 14 • Approximate number of recordable 
pictures and available recording 
time ................................................... 16
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)................. 17
• Changing the Clock Setting .............. 18
Tips for taking good pictures ................... 19 • Fit the strap and hold the camera 
carefully ............................................ 19
• Preventing jitter (camera shake) ....... 19
Basic
Selecting the [Rec] Mode ........................ 20
Taking Pictures with Your Favorite 
Settings (Normal Picture Mode) .............. 21
Focusing.................................................. 22
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic 
Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ............. 24
Recording Motion Pictures ...................... 27
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) .... 30 • Forward or rewind the image ............ 30
• Displaying Multiple Screens 
(Multi Playback) ................................ 31
• Using the Playback Zoom ................. 31
Playing Back Motion Pictures.................. 32 • Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture............................................... 33
Deleting Pictures ..................................... 34 • To delete a single picture .................. 34
• 
To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures................................ 35
Setting the Menu ..................................... 36 • Setting menu items ........................... 36
• Call up commonly used menus 
with ease (Shortcut setting) .............. 38
About the Setup Menu ............................ 39
Recording
About the LCD Monitor ............................49
Taking pictures using the touch 
operation (Touch Shutter function) ..........50
Match the focusing and 
exposure to a desired subject using touch 
operations (Touch AF/AE) .......................51
Using zoom .............................................53 • 
Using the Optical Zoom/
Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/
Using the Intelligent Zoom/
Using the Digital Zoom
.........................53
• Zooming with touch operation ...........55
Taking Pictures that Match the Scene 
Being Recorded (Scene Mode) ...............56 • [Portrait].............................................56
• [Transform] ........................................57
• [Self Portrait] .....................................57
• [Scenery] ...........................................57
• [Panorama Assist] .............................58
• [Sports] ..............................................59
• [Night Portrait] ...................................59
• [Night Scenery]..................................59
• [Handheld Night Shot] .......................59
• [Food] ................................................60
• [Party] ................................................60
• [Candle Light] ....................................60
• [Baby1]/[Baby2] .................................61
• [Pet] ...................................................61
• [Sunset] .............................................62
• [High Sens.].......................................62
• [Hi-Speed Burst] ................................62
• [Flash Burst] ......................................63
• [Starry Sky]........................................63
• [Fireworks].........................................63
• [Beach] ..............................................64
• [Snow] ...............................................64
• [Aerial Photo].....................................64
• [Pin Hole]...........................................64
• [Film Grain]........................................64
• [High Dynamic] ..................................65
• [Photo Frame] ...................................65
Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode) ......66
Taking pictures while changing the skin 
texture (Cosmetic Mode) .........................67
Taking a Picture with Face Recognition 
Function...................................................68 • Face Settings ....................................69
Entering Text ...........................................72
Using the [Rec] Mode Menu ....................73 • [Flash] ...............................................73
• [Selftimer] ..........................................76
• [Aspect Ratio] ....................................76
• [Picture Size] .....................................77
• [Quality] .............................................78
• [Sensitivity] ........................................79
• [White Balance] .................................80 
						

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• [AF Mode] ......................................... 82
• [Macro Mode] .................................... 84
• [Quick AF] ......................................... 85
• [Face Recog.].................................... 85
• [Exposure] ......................................... 86
• [i.Exposure] ....................................... 88
• [Min. Shtr Speed] .............................. 88
• [i.Resolution] ..................................... 89
• [Digital Zoom] .................................... 89
• [Burst]................................................ 90
• [Color Mode] ..................................... 90
• [AF Assist Lamp] ............................... 91
• [Red-Eye Removal] ........................... 91
• [Stabilizer] ......................................... 92
• [Date Stamp] ..................................... 92
• [Clock Set]......................................... 92
Using the [Motion Picture] Mode Menu ... 93 • [Rec Mode]........................................ 93
• [Rec Quality] ..................................... 94
• [Continuous AF] ................................ 95
• [Wind Cut] ......................................... 95
Playback/Editing
Various methods to playback .................. 96• [Slide Show] ...................................... 97
• [Filtering Play] ................................... 99
• [Playback Album] ............................ 100
• [Calendar] ....................................... 100
Using the [Playback] Mode Menu ......... 101 • [Title Edit] ........................................ 101
• [Text Stamp].................................... 102
• [Video Divide] .................................. 104
• [Resize] ........................................... 105
• [Cropping] ....................................... 106
• [Favorite] ......................................... 107
• [Print Set] ........................................ 108
• [Protect]........................................... 110
• [Face Rec Edit] ............................... 111
• [Copy].............................................. 112
Having fun
Having Fun with Recorded Pictures ...... 113• [My Photo Album]............................ 114
• [Beauty Retouch] ............................ 115
• [Art Retouch] ................................... 117
• [Image Stamp] ................................. 118
Wi-Fi
What you can do with the Wi-FiR 
function ..................................................119
• 
Connect to your smartphone or PC and send images .......................119
• Connect to the wireless access point 
(broadband router) and send 
the images
.......................................122
Wi-Fi function ........................................125
Connect with [Easy Setup] ....................126
How to Use the [Manual Setup] Menu...128 • [Wireless settings] ...........................128
• [Smartphone connection] ................132
• [Upload Size] ...................................133
• [LUMIX CLUB].................................134
• [External AV device] ........................136
• [Wi-Fi Password] .............................137
• [MAC Address] ................................138
• [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] .....................138
• [Approved Regulations] ...................138
Send image ...........................................139
• 
Preparation before sending images...139
• Select a single image and send it ...141
• Select multiple images and  send them .......................................142 
						

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Connecting to other equipment
Playing Back Pictures on a TV 
Screen ................................................... 144• Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) ............................................ 146
Playing back 3D pictures....................... 148
Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and 
Motion Pictures ..................................... 150 • Copy by inserting the SD card into 
the recorder .................................... 150
• Copy the playback image using  an AV cable .................................... 151
• Copying to a PC using  “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.4 HD Lite 
Edition with Wi-Fi” ........................... 152
Loading images on a PC ....................... 153 • Connecting with a USB connection cable ............................................... 154
• Upload images to the WEB service  using the upload tool 
“LUMIX Image Uploader” ................ 156
Printing the Pictures .............................. 157 • Selecting a single picture and printing it ......................................... 158
• Selecting multiple pictures and  printing them ................................... 158
• Print Settings................................... 159
Others
Screen Display ...................................... 161
Cautions for Use ................................... 163
Message Display ................................... 169
Troubleshooting .................................... 172 
						

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Before Use
Before UseCare of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
•
The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in 
following conditions. 
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.
–Drop or hit the camera.–Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully 
insert it into a full or tight bag, etc.
–Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the 
camera.
–Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water, 
sand, etc.
•
Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into the space 
around the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may not 
just cause malfunctions, but it may become unrepairable.
–Places with a lot of sand or dust.–Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as 
when using it on a rainy day or on the beach.
∫About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor 
is fogged up)
•
Condensation occurs when the am bient temperature or humidity 
changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens or LCD 
monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction.
•If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of 
the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.
∫ This camera cannot be exported or taken to countries that have a United States 
embargo imposed.
•
Export Administration Regulation (EAR) applies to this camera as it contains encryption 
software developed in the United States. 
						

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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
•
The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera 
was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual.
•Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery  in the text.•Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger  or charger in the text.•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as  card in the 
text.
•The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a 
card.
•If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s 
parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX 
(1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 
						

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Before Use
Names and Functions of Main Parts
1Flash (P73)
2 Lens  (P5, 164)
3 Self-timer indicator  (P76)
AF Assist Lamp  (P91)
4Wi-Fi
R Transmitter (P125)
5 Touch panel/LCD monitor  (P8, 49,  161)
6 Speaker  (P41)
7 Microphone
8 Camera ON/OFF switch (P17)
9 Motion picture button  (P27)
10 Shutter button  (P21, 24)
11 Zoom lever  (P53)
12 [Wi-Fi] button  (P141)
13 Strap eyelet •
Be sure to attach the strap when using 
the camera to ensure that you will not 
drop it.
14 Lens barrel
15 [HDMI] socket  (P144, 146)
16 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P144 , 151 , 
154,  157)
17 Tripod receptacle
18 Card/Battery door  (P12)
19 Release lever  (P12)
20 DC coupler cover (P13) •
When using an AC adaptor, ensure that 
the Panasonic DC coupler (For shop 
display purpose only) and AC adaptor 
(optional) are used. For connection details, 
refer to P13 .
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How to Use the Touch Panel
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.Note
•
If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection 
sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the 
sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair 
visibility or operability.)
•Apply a little extra pressure  when touching if you have a 
commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it 
is not responding well.
•Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding 
this unit is pressing on the touch panel.
•Do not press using anything with a sharp tip or anything hard, except for the supplied stylus 
pen.
•Do not operate with your fingernails.•Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.•Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others.•For information about the icons displayed on the touch panel, refer to “Screen Display” on 
P161 .
∫About the Stylus pen
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed 
operation or if it is hard  to operate with your fingers.
•
Do not place it where small children can reach.•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.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch panel.Drag
A movement without releasing the touch 
panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as selecting 
icons or images displayed on the touch 
panel.
•
It may not operate properly when multiple 
icons are touched simultaneously, so try to 
touch the center of the icon.
This is used when performing tasks such as 
moving to the next image by dragging 
horizontally, or changing the range of the 
displayed image.
This can also be used to perform tasks such 
as switching the screen by operating the 
slide bar. 
						

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Preparation
PreparationCharging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
•
Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the 
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these 
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the 
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these 
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not 
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit 
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a 
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of the 
battery.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•The [CHARGE] indicator  A lights up 
and charging begins.
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∫About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any 
problem. (Disconnect the charger from the elec trical socket and detach the battery after 
charging is completed.)
•
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
∫ Charging time
•
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging 
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long 
time may be longer than normal.
∫ Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor.
•
The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. Recharge the 
battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
Note
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the 
resulting heat generated.
•The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not 
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully 
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
Charging time Approx. 120 min