Panasonic Dmc Fx90 Owners Manual

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Applicable modes: 
Match the focusing and exposure to a desired 
subject using touch operations
 (Touch AF/AE)
It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch panel.
•Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function.
Touch the subject you wish to focus on.
•The AF area can be set freely at a position on the screen. (Cannot be set at the edge of 
the screen)
•Action will vary depending on the setting of [AF Mode]  (P82).•Touch AF/AE will be fixed to AF Tracking during Intelligent Auto Mode and the most 
appropriate scene will be determi ned for the touched subject.
•Touch [ ] to go back to the original Focus Mode.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to 
take the picture.
[AF Mode]Operations when touched
[ š ] (
[Face Detection])/
[] ([23-Area])/
[Ø ] ([1-Area])/
[ Ù ] ([Spot])
•In [š ] ([Face Detection]), the AF 
area turns yellow when touched.
•When it is set to anything other 
than [ Ù]([Spot]), AF area [ Ø] 
([1-Area]) is displayed.
•When it is set to [ Ù] ([Spot]), AF 
area [ Ù] ([Spot]) is displayed.
Example: 
When AF area is set to 
[Ø ] ([1-Area])
[ ] ([AF Tracking])
•The AF area turns yellow and the subject is locked. The 
camera will continuously adjust the focus and exposure 
automatically, following the movement of the subject. 
(Dynamic Tracking) 
						

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∫Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking)
•
The AF tracking frame will turn red and then turn off if the lock fails. Try to lock the frame again.•The camera records pictures with [AF Mode] as [ ] when locked or Dynamic Tracking is not 
working.
•AF Tracking is canceled when the Touch Shutter is set to [ ].•It cannot be set to [ ] in the following conditions–In [Panorama Assist], [Pin Hole], [Film Grain], or [High Dynamic] in Scene Mode–In [B/W], [Sepia], [Cool], or [Warm] in [Color Mode].•The lock may fail in cases with th e following recording conditions.–When the subject is too small–When the recording location is too dark or bright–When the subject is moving too fast–When another subject or background is similar in color to the subject–When jitter is occurring–When using the zoom
Note
•Touch operation is not possible at the top right of the LCD monitor even if image is displayed. 
						

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Applicable modes: 
Using zoom
You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record 
landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer (maximum of 9.8 k), do 
not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio ( X/Y /W /).
Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using 
the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)
Move the zoom lever to the Tele side.
To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)
Move the zoom lever to the Wide side. 
						

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∫Types of zooms
•
When using the Zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in 
conjunction with the zoom display bar. (Example: 0.5 m (1.64 ft.) – ¶)
¢ The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] and [Aspect Ratio] setting.
FeatureOptical ZoomExtended Optical Zoom (EZ)
Maximum 
magnification 5
k 9.8k
¢
Picture 
quality No deterioration No deterioration
Conditions None [Picture Size] with   
(P77) is 
selected.
Screen 
display A[ ] is displayed.
FeatureIntelligent ZoomDigital Zoom
Maximum 
magnification Approximately 1.3 times the Optical 
Zoom or Extended Optical Zoom Approximately 4 times the Optical 
Zoom, Extended Optical Zoom, or 
Intelligent Zoom
Picture 
quality No noticeable deterioration
The higher the magnification level, the 
greater the deterioration.
Conditions [i.Resolution] 
(P89) on the [Rec] menu 
is set to [i.Zoom]. [Digital Zoom] 
(P89) on the [Rec] menu 
is set to [On].
Screen 
display B[ ] is displayed. CThe Digital Zoom range is 
displayed.
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Note
•The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.•“EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended Optical Zoom”. It is possible to take more magnified 
pictures with the optical zoom.
•The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interrupt 
the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated.
•When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer  (P76) for taking 
pictures.
•The Intelligent Zoom cannot be used in the following cases.–In [Motion Deblur] in Intelligent Auto Mode–In Macro Zoom Mode–In [Handheld Night Shot], [High Sens.], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst] or [Pin Hole] in Scene 
Mode
•The Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases.–In [Motion Deblur] in Intelligent Auto Mode–In Macro Zoom Mode–In [Transform], [Handheld Night Shot], [High Sens.], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst], 
[Pin Hole] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode
–When recording motion pictures•[Digital Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases.–In Intelligent Auto Mode–In [Transform], [Handheld Night Shot], [High Sens.], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst], 
[Pin Hole], [Film Grain] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode
To u c h  [ ] .
•Zoom icon is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Touch the zoom icon on the screen.
¢ Touching the icon again during the move stops the move.•Zoom speed may be slower than normal in recording motion pictures.
Zooming with touch operation
[ ] The zoom position automatically 
moves to Tele.¢
[]The zoom position automatically 
moves to Wide.¢
[L] Slow zooming
[H] Fast zooming 
						

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[Rec] Mode: 
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.
In Recording Mode touch [ ].
To u c h  [ ] .
Touch the scene mode to set.
•The page can be changed by touching [ ]/[ ].•Touching and holding the scene mode icon will display a 
description.
–It will be set when you release your finger.–It will not be set when you move your finger to the position 
where there is no icon, and then release your finger.
Note
•Scene Modes can be changed by touching [ ] from the menu screen.
•The following items cannot be set in Scene Mode because the camera automatically adjusts 
them to the optimal setting.
–[Sensitivity]/[Macro Mode]/[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 concerned and make their skin tones look healthier.
∫ Technique for Portrait Mode
To make this mode more effective:
1 Press and hold down the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele.
2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.
[Portrait] 
						

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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
•
The picture size is fixed to 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1).•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.
[Transform]
[Self Portrait]
[Scenery] 
						

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You can take pictures with connections suitable for creating panorama images.
∫ Setting the recording direction
1Touch the direction to take picture.
2Touch [OK].
•The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed.3Take the picture.
•
You can retake the picture by selecting [Retake].
4Touch [Next].
•Part of the recorded image is displayed as a transparent image.
5Take picture after moving the camera horizontally or 
vertically so the transparent image overlaps.
•
When taking the third and later pictures, repeat steps 4 and 5.
6Touch [Exit].
Note
•
The focus, zoom, exposure, White Balance, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are fixed to the 
settings for the first picture.
•We recommend using a tripod. When it is dark, we recommend using the self-timer for taking 
pictures.
•Shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds.•The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal 
processing. This is not a malfunction.
•The recorded images can be combined into panorama pictures using the software 
“PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.4 HD Lite Edition with Wi-Fi” on the CD-ROM (supplied).
[Panorama Assist] 
						

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Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events.
Note
•
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 of a  person and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode
•
Use the flash. (You can set to [ ].)•Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture.
Note
•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.•Shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds.•The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal 
processing. This is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
This allows you to take vivid pictures of the nightscape.
Note
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.•Shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds.•The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal 
processing. This is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
This mode allows you to record multiple pict ures of night scenes at high speed, which are 
all combined to make a single picture. It will reduce the jitter and noise from the picture 
even when recording with the camera in your hand.
∫ Picture size and aspect ratio
Select the picture size of 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1).
Note
•
Do not move the camera while recording pictures continuously.•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places or take pictures of moving 
subjects.
[Sports]
[Night Portrait]
[Night Scenery]
[Handheld Night Shot] 
						

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This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by 
the ambient light in restaurants etc.
Select this mode when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception or an indoor party 
etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫ Technique for Party Mode
•
Use the flash. (You can set to [ ] or [ ].)•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.•We recommend moving the zoom lever to Wide (1 k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from 
the subject when taking pictures.
This mode allows you to take pictures with a candle-lit atmosphere.
∫ Technique for Candle Light Mode
•
This is more effective when taking pictures without using the flash.
Note
•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.•Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second.
[Food]
[Party]
[Candle Light]