Panasonic Dmc Fz1000 Basic Owners Manual

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and 
save this manual for future use.
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are 
contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF 
format)” in the supplied DVD. Install it on your PC to read it.
Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ1000
SQT0196-1
F0614YS1064
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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 fam ily years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial n umber 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 ,...

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∫Product identification marking
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
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 harmf ul interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and  can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. Certification and Compliance
See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific t
o that device.
1Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.2Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.3Press 3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET].
Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunct ion with any other 
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment...

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∫About the battery pack
•
Do not heat or expose to flame.•Do not leave the battery(ies) in  a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
∫ About the battery charger
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 speci
fied unit.•Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
•Do not touch the plug...

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•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic 
USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
•Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work .
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” [Type D – Type A plug, up to 2 m (6. 6 feet) long]
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).•Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: option al).
Keep this unit as far...

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•Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: 
optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. 
•Do not press the monitor with excessive force.•Do not press the lens with excessive force.•Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals .
•Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the came ra for a long period of 
time.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean 
the...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety ................. 2• Cautions for Use.............................. 6
Before Use
Care of the camera ............................. 10
Standard Accessories ....................... 11
Names and Functions of 
Components ....................................... 12
Preparations before Recording ........ 14• Attaching the Lens Hood ............... 14
• Attaching the Lens Cap ................. 14
• Attaching the Shoulder Strap......... 15
• Monitor...

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Fixing the Focus and the Exposure 
(AF/AE Lock) .......................................43
Compensating the Exposure .............44
Setting the Light Sensitivity .............. 44
Selecting the Method for Measuring 
Brightness ([Metering Mode]) ............ 45
Setting the Shutter Type ....................45
Select a Drive Mode ............................46
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ....47
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket..... 48
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...49
Taking...

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Before Use
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Care of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
•The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the 
following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you:
–Drop or hit the camera.–Press hard on the lens or the monitor.•When camera is not in use or when using the playback feature, 
ensure that the lens is in the stored position, with lens cap on.
•There are times when rattling sounds or vibrations will come...