Panasonic Dmc Fz100 Operating Instructions Manual

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∫About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control)
The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the 
movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject.
•
The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is continuously 
changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully. Confirm 
the actual shutter speed on the information display for the picture being played back.
Note
•The higher the value set for the ISO sensitivity, the more the jitter is reduced but the greater the 
amount of picture noise.
•Refer to P72  for the flash range.•Depending on the brightness and how fast the su bject is moving, jitter may not be avoided even 
if [ ] is selected.
•Movements may not be detected when a moving subject is small, when a moving subject is at 
the edge of the screen or when a subject has moved at the very moment when the shutter 
button was pressed fully.
•The setting is fixed to [ ] in the following cases.–In [INDOOR PORTRAIT] in [PORTRAIT]–In [SPORTS]–[BABY1]/[BABY2], [PET] and [FLASH BURST] in Scene Mode•Program Shift cannot be activated when the ISO sensitivity is set to [ ].•You cannot select [ ] in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and Manual Exposure Mode.•To avoid picture noise, we recommend reducing the ISO sensitivity, setting 
[NOISE REDUCTION] in [FILM MODE] towards [ _] or setting the items except 
[NOISE REDUCTION] towards [ `] to take pictures.  (P119) 
						

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Advanced (Recording pictures)
[REC] Mode: 
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
Select the ones you really like from the pictures you have taken.
Burst speed can be selected to match t he recording conditions or subjects.
Pictures recorded in burst mode will  be recorded as a burst picture group (P153) .
Press [˜] (Burst Mode) button to display the Burst 
setting menu.
A [˜ ] (Burst Mode) button
Press  2/1 to select the Burst 
speed and then press [MENU/SET].
•You can also use the rear dial to select.•Description of recording conditions suitable for each burst 
speed is displayed by pressing [DISPLAY].
•Select [OFF] if burst is not set.
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How to focus
Focus will be fixed to the position set in the first picture for the [AF] (Auto Focus).
Focus will be set to the position adjusted manually for the [MF] (manual focus).
How the focus is set with the auto focus can be selected only when 
[ ] or [ ] is selected.
It is initially set to [AF-CONTINUOUS] on the camera.
Focus on the subject and take a picture.
•Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the Burst Mode.
Burst speedFeatures
[ ]: 2 pictures/second
Suitable for moderate action shots.
Maximum recordable pictures: 100
[ ]: 5 pictures/second
[ ]: 11 pictures/second
It is suitable for recording fast movements, such as a bird 
beating its wings.
Maximum recordable pictures: 15
[]:
[]: 40 pictures/second
60 pictures/second
It is suitable for recording split second actions that are 
hard to see with the naked eye, such as water splashing.
Maximum recordable pictures: 50 (when 
[ ] is selected)
60 (when [ ] is selected)
•When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the picture size setting will 
become as shown below.
•The range that can be recorded will become smaller when it 
is set to [ ].
[AF-SINGLE]: The focus is fixed with the first picture for 
the burst.
[AF-CONTINUOUS]: The focus is adjusted for each recording in 
the burst.
Live View display is used instead of Auto 
Review display during the burst.
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Aspect ratio [][]
[4:3] [5M], [3M], [0.3M] [2.5M], [0.3M]
[3:2] [4.5M], [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M], [0.3M]
[16:9] [3.5M], [2M], [0.2M] [3.5M], [0.2M] [1:1] [3.5M], [2.5M], [0.2M] [2M], [0.2M]4060
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Advanced (Recording pictures)
Note
•When [AF-CONTINUOUS] is set, focus prediction will be performed in a possible range to 
prioritize the burst speed. Therefore, if you try to take a picture of a subject that is moving fast, 
it may have trouble with focusing or it may take time to focus.
•You can select only [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] when in Intelligent Auto Mode.•When [ ] or [ ] is selected, [QUALITY] can only be set to [ A] or [ ›]. If you select [ ] or 
[ ] when [QUALITY] is [ ], [ ] or [ ], [QUALITY] will automatically change to [ A].
•The burst speed may become slower while taking pictures in [ ] or [ ] setting.•When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the exposure and white balance are adjusted for each 
recording in the burst.
•When [ ], [ ], or [ ] is selected, exposure and white balance will be fixed to the settings 
for the first picture. Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the recording may 
be brighter or darker from the second picture.
•Recording is performed by the electronic shutter when [ ] or [ ] is selected, so the 
recorded picture may appear warped.
•We recommend using the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional) when you want to keep the 
shutter button pressed fully while taking pictures in Burst Mode. Refer to  P207 for information 
about the remote shutter.
•When the Self-Timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3.•If you are following a moving subject while taking pictures in a place (landscape) indoors, 
outdoors etc. where there is a large difference between the light and shade, it may take time 
until the exposure is stable. If burst is used at this time, the exposure may not become optimal.
•The burst speed (pictures/second) may become slower depending on the recording 
environment such as in dark places, if the ISO sensitivity is high etc.
•Burst Mode is not canceled when the camera is switched off.•Due to the limited amount of the built-in memory , the use of Burst Mode may be limited. We 
recommend having an SD card installed for reliable Burst Mode operation.
•If you take pictures in Burst Mode with the built-in memory, it will take time to write the picture 
data.
•[ Œ ] is set for the flash when burst is set.•Auto Bracket, White Balance Bracket or Multi Film Bracket is canceled when Burst is 
set.
•You cannot use Burst Mode in [PANORAMA ASSIST], [FLASH BURST], [STARRY SKY], 
[PHOTO FRAME] and [HIGH SPEED MOVIE] in Scene Mode
•You cannot set [STABILIZER] to [AUTO] or [MODE2] when burst is set.•[AF-CONTINUOUS] cannot be selected in [FIREWORKS] in Scene Mode or when recording 
motion pictures.
•[AF-CONTINUOUS] does not work when using AF lock.•Face Recognition information is attached only to the first picture of the burst during recording 
with face recognition. (However, the whole group  is treated as Face Recognition pictures 
during [CATEGORY PLAY].)
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[REC] Mode: 
Taking pictures by specifying the aperture/
shutter speed
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set 
the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background.
Set the mode dial to  [ ].
Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture 
value.
•It will switch between aperture setting operation and 
Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear 
dial is pressed.
Take a picture.
When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter 
speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed.
Set the mode dial to  [ ].
Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed.
•It will switch between shutter speed setting operation 
and Exposure Compensation operation every time the 
rear dial is pressed.
Take a picture.
Note
•Refer to P87  for the available aperture values and the shutter speed.•The brightness of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder and  the recorded pictures may differ. Check the 
pictures using the Playback Mode.
•Set the aperture value to a higher number when the subject is too bright. Set the aperture value 
to a lower number when the subject is too dim.
•The aperture value and the shutter speed displayed on the screen turn red when the exposure 
is not adequate.
•We recommend using a tripod when the shutter speed is slow.•[ ] cannot be set for Shutter-Priority AE.
 Aperture-Priority AE
 Shutter-Priority AE 
						

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[REC] Mode: 
Taking picture by setting the exposure manually
Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.
Set the mode dial to [²].
•The Manual Exposure Assistance A appears for about 10 seconds.
Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and 
shutter speed.
BAperture Value
C Shutter Speed
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It will switch between aperture setting operation and 
shutter speed setting operation every time the rear 
dial is pressed.
•Focus can be set manually when [MF] is displaying.  
(P75)
Press the shutter button halfway.
•The Manual Exposure Assistance A appears for 
about 10 seconds.
•Set the aperture value and the shutter speed again 
when the exposure is not adequate.
Take the picture.
∫ Manual Exposure Assistance
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The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation.
Note
•Refer to P87  for the available aperture values and the shutter speed.•The brightness of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder may differ from the brightness of the actual 
pictures. Check the pictures using the Playback Mode.
•If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red when the 
shutter button is pressed halfway.
•[ ] for flash cannot be set.
The exposure is adequate.
Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value.
Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. 
						

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Aperture Value and Shutter Speed
Aperture-Priority AE
Shutter-Priority AE
Manual ExposureNote
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The aperture values given in the table above are values when the zoom lever is rotated to 
Wide.
•Depending on the zoom magnification, some of  the aperture values cannot be selected.
Available Aperture Value
(Per 1/3 EV)Shutter Speed (Sec)
F2.8 to F8.0 8 to 1/2000
Available Shutter Speed (Sec)
(Per 1/3 EV)Aperture Value
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F2.8 to F8.0
2.5 2 1.6 1.3 1
1/1.3 1/1.6 1/2 1/2.5 1/3.2 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10
1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25 1/30
1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100
1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320
1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 1/1300
1/1600
1/2000
Available Aperture Value(Per 1/3 EV)Available Shutter Speed (Sec) (Per 1/3 EV)
F2.8 to F8.0 60 to 1/2000 
						

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Advanced (Recording pictures)
[REC] mode: 
Taking pictures while adjusting color 
( My Color Mode)
You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the subject on the LCD monitor 
or viewfinder and setting the desired effect.
Set the mode dial to  [ ].
Press  3/4 to select an item.
¢For [CUSTOM] settings, refer to page  90.
ItemEffect
[EXPRESSIVE] This is a pop art style image effect that emphasises the color.
[RETRO] This is a soft image effect that gives the appearance of a tarnished 
photograph.
[PURE] This is an image effect that uses a cool, bright light to give a feeling 
of freshness. (The image will come out bright and slightly bluish.)
[ELEGANT] This is an image effect that creates a tranquil atmosphere and 
projects a feeling of stateliness.
(The image will come out slightly dark and amberish.)
[MONOCHROME] This is an image effect that captures the subject using tones 
characteristic of black and white photography, and with a whisper of 
color.
[HIGH DYNAMIC] This is an image effect that pictures dark and bright areas with 
appropriate brightness and with natural color.
[DYNAMIC ART] This is an impressive image effect that pictures dark areas to bright 
areas with appropriate brightness, together with enhancements on 
colors.
[DYNAMIC]( ) This is a black and white image effect that pictures dark and bright 
areas with appropriate brightness.
[SILHOUETTE] This is an image effect that enhances the subject in the shade as a 
black silhouette by utilising the background colors of the sky or 
sunset etc.
[PIN HOLE]
Picture is taken darker and with soft focus around the subjects.
[FILM GRAIN]Picture is taken with a grainy texture as though blasted with 
sand.
[CUSTOM]¢The color effects can be set according to your preferences. 
						

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Press [MENU/SET] to set.
•When you press the shutter button halfway before pressing [MENU/SET], the setting 
will be canceled.
•Recording screen is displayed.
∫Readjust the My Color settingsReturn to step 2 on page  88 by pressing [MENU/SET].
Note
•During Motion Picture Recording, settings for My Color Mode are used.•My Color settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off.•Auto Bracket cannot be used in My Color Mode excepting [HIGH DYNAMIC], [DYNAMIC ART] 
or [DYNAMIC]( ).
•[I.EXPOSURE] can be set only when the My Color Mode is set to [CUSTOM].•The following items cannot be set in My Color Mode because the camera automatically adjusts 
them to the optimal setting.
–[F ILM MODE]/[ISO LIMIT SET] 
						

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By selecting [CUSTOM], you can take pictures with color, brightness and saturation 
adjusted to desired levels.
In step 2 on page 88, select [CUSTOM] and press  1.
Press  3/4 to select an item and  2/1 to adjust.
Press [MENU/SET] to set.
•You can also press the shutter button halfway to set.•Recording screen is displayed.
∫ Return [CUSTOM] settings to default1Select [RESET] in above step 2.
2Press  2 to select [YES] and press [MENU/SET].
•Adjusted value for each item returns to standard (center point).
Note
•Adjustments made with [CUSTOM] are not in effect in other recording modes.•Icons for the adjusted items are displayed in the LCD monitor/viewfinder when the [CUSTOM] 
are adjusted. Displayed icon is the one for direction of adjustment.
•AF tracking may not function if you adjust [SATURATION] to make the color lighter.
Adjusting the custom settings to achieve desired effects
ItemAdjustment contents
[COLOR]This will adjust the color of the 
image from red light to blue light. 
(11 steps in n 5)
[BRIGHTNESS]This will adjust the brightness of 
the image. (19 steps in  n9)
[SATURATION]
This will adjust the color intensity 
of the image from black and 
white to vivid color. 
(11 steps in n 5)
[RESET]
Return all settings to default