Panasonic Dmc Fz200 Owners Manual

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Taking Pictures with the Zoom
Applicable modes: 
You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes 
in wide angle.
Extended Optical Zoom works except when the maximum recordable pixels are set. This 
function allows you to take a picture with additional enlargement without deteriorating the 
image quality.
∫ Changing the zoom speed
The zoom speed becomes slower when the rotation 
angle is small and the zoom speed becomes faster 
when the rotation angle is large.
A Fast
B Slow
∫Storing the zoom position (Zoom resume)
•Refer to P62  for details.
Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the 
Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom
To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)
Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide.
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)
Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.
WT
WT
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(DMC-FZ200) 
∫Control the zoom with the side lever
Using the side lever to control the zoom when taking pictures 
with the Viewfinder is useful fo r reducing shaking as the camera 
can be kept stable.
Using the side lever can also increase techniques used for 
taking pictures.
•
When controlling the zoom with the side lever, set [Side Lever] in 
the [Setup] menu to [ZOOM].  (P57)
•You can operate the zoom at 2 speeds. The zoom speed becomes 
slower when the sliding distance is small and the zoom speed 
becomes faster when the sliding distance is large.
•You cannot use the zoom lever and the side lever simultaneously.
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)
Slide the side lever towards Tele.
To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)
Slide the side lever towards Wide. 
						

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∫Types of zooms
¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification.  The magnification level differs depending on 
[Picture Size] setting.
The zoom functions below can also be used  to further increase the zoom magnification.
¢22 k when [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu is set to [i. ZOOM].
∫ Screen display
•
When using the zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in conjunction with 
the zoom display bar. [Example: 0.3 m (0.98 ft.) – ¶]
FeatureOptical ZoomExtended Optical Zoom (EZ)
Maximum 
magnification 24
k (DMC-FZ200) 
46.9k
¢1
(DMC-FZ60)  54k¢1
Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration
Conditions None[Picture Size] with   (P135)
 is 
selected.
FeatureIntelligent ZoomDigital Zoom
Maximum 
magnification 2
k  4k
¢ 2
Picture quality Zoom in while limiting deterioration The higher the magnification level, the 
greater the deterioration.
Conditions [i.Resolution] 
(P142) on the [Rec] menu 
is set to [i.ZOOM]. [Digital Zoom] 
(P142) on the [Rec] 
menu is set to [ON].
A Extended Optical Zoom indication
B Optical Zoom range
C Intelligent Zoom range
D Digital Zoom range
E Zoom magnification
ABCDE 
						

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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 you rotate the zoom lever, you may hear some sound from the camera or the camera may 
shake. This is not a malfunction.
•When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer  (P84) for taking 
pictures.
•The Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases.
–[Motion Deblur] (Intelligent Auto Mode)–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ].
–[Toy Effect] (Creative Control Mode)–[Panorama Shot]/[HDR]/[High Sens.]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode)–When recording motion pictures
•The Intelligent Zoom cannot be used in the following cases.–[Motion Deblur] (Intelligent Auto Mode)
–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ].–[Toy Effect] (Creative Control Mode)–[Panorama Shot]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[HDR]/[High Sens.]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode)
•[Digital Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases.
–Intelligent Auto Mode–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ].–[Toy Effect]/[Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode)
–[Panorama Shot]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[HDR]/[High Sens.]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode)
  (DMC-FZ200) 
–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ] or [ ].–When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ]
  (DMC-FZ60) 
–Macro Zoom Mode
  (DMC-FZ200) 
–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ] or [ ].
  (DMC-FZ60) 
–Macro Zoom Mode
  (DMC-FZ200) 
–When the Burst Mode is set to [ ] or [ ].
–[High Speed Video] (Creative Video Mode)–When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] 
						

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Taking Pictures using the Flash
Applicable modes: 
∫To open/close the flash
Note
•
Be sure to close the flash when not in use.
•The flash setting is fixed to [ Œ] while the flash is closed.•Be careful not to catch a finger when closing a flash bulb.•Be sure to keep the flash clean, clear of dust and avoid exposure to anything sticky. This may cause 
the flash to stick and not open.
•You cannot close the flash by pushing the microphone or its periphery. Forcibly closing the flash can 
damage the camera.
(DMC-FZ200)  (DMC-FZ60) 
ATo open the flash
Slide the flash open lever.
BTo close the flash
Push the top of the flash cover until it 
clicks.
ATo open the flash
Press the flash open button.
BTo close the flash
Press the flash until it clicks.
(DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ60)  
						

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Set the flash to match the recording.
•Open the flash.
1Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P52)
2Press 3/4 to select a mode and then press [MENU/SET].
•Exit the menu after it is set.
Switching to the appropriate flash setting
SettingsDescription of settings
‡ ([Auto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions 
make it necessary.
([iAuto])
¢ 1
([Auto/
Red-Eye])¢2
The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions 
make it necessary.
It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye 
phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and 
then activated again for the actual recording.
•Use this when you take pictures of people in low lighting 
conditions.
‰ ([Forced Flash 
On]) The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording 
conditions.
•Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent 
light.
([Slow Sync./
Red-Eye])
¢ 2
When taking pictures against a dark background landscape, this 
feature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated. Dark 
background landscape will appear brighter. Simultaneously it reduces 
the red-eye phenomenon.
•Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark 
background.
Π([Forced Flash 
Off]) The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.
•This item is not displayed on the menu. To set the camera to 
[
Π], close the flash.
•Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of the 
flash is not permitted.
¢ 1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. The icon changes depending on 
the type of subject and brightness.  (P39)
¢ 2 The flash is activated twice. The subject should not move until the second flash is 
activated.
Flash interval depends on the brightness of the subject.
[Red-Eye Removal]  (P145) on the [Rec] menu is set to [ON], [ ] appears on the 
flash icon. 
						

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∫Available flash settings in Recording Mode
The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.
(± : Available, —: Not available,  ¥: Scene Mode initial setting)
¢[ ] is displayed.
•The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if 
necessary.
•The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the Scene Mode flash 
setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed.
•Flash will not be activated when recording motion picture.
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∫The available flash range
•The available flash range is an approximation.
¢ 1 When the [ISO Limit Set]  (P138) is set to [AUTO].
∫Shutter speed for each flash setting
¢2 When [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO]. The shutter speed may vary depending on the [ISO Limit Set] 
setting.
•In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.•In Scene Mode, the shutter speeds will differ from those described above.
Note
•When recording with the flash, white saturation can occur if the subject is too close. If [Highlight] of 
the [Setup] menu is set to [ON], regions of white saturation will blink black and white when you play 
back or use Auto Review. In this case, we recommend that you adjust [Flash Adjust.]  (P145) in the 
minus direction and record the pictures again.
•Do not bring the flash too close to objects or close the flash while it is activated. The objects may be 
discolored by its heat or lighting.
•Do not close the flash soon after the flash is activated prior to taking pictures due to AUTO/Red-Eye 
Reduction etc. It causes a malfunction.
•Recording a subject from too close, or without sufficient flash will not provide the appropriate level of 
exposure, and may result in a picture that is too white or dark.
•When the flash is being charged, the flash icon blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even when 
you press the shutter button fully.
•If recording a subject without sufficient flash, the White Balance may not be properly adjusted.
•The flash effect may not be sufficient when shutter speed is fast.•It may take time to charge the flash if you repeat taking a picture. Take a picture after the access 
indication disappears.
•The Red-Eye Reduction effect differs between people. Also, if the subject was far away from the 
camera or was not looking at the first flash, the effect may not be evident.
•Flash is fixed to [ Œ] when the [Conversion]  (P145) is set to [ ] or [ ].
WideTe l e
[AUTO] in 
[Sensitivity] 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 13.5 m (44 feet)
¢
1
(DMC-FZ200) 
1.0 m (3.3 feet) to 13.5 m (44 feet)¢1
(DMC-FZ60) 
1.0 m (3.3 feet) to 7.3 m (24 feet)¢ 1
Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)
‡ (DMC-FZ200) 
1/60
¢2 to 1/4000
(DMC-FZ60) 
1/60
¢ 2 to 1/2000 (DMC-FZ200) 
1
¢
2 to 1/4000
(DMC-FZ60) 
1
¢ 2 to 1/2000
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Compensating the Exposure
Applicable modes: 
Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in 
brightness between the subject and the background.
Note
•
Set the value to [0] when you do not compensate the exposure.•The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off.•The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the subject.
1Press the rear dial to set Exposure 
Compensation to a selected state.
A Exposure Compensation value
2Rotate the rear dial to compensate the 
exposure.
BExposure meter
Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed
Compensate the exposure towards 
positive. Compensate the exposure towards
negative.
0 0
0-3-3-3-3+3
+3
+3
+3
+3
A
FSS
SS8125
2.8 4.0 5.6153060
0 00-3-3-3-3
+3+3+3+3+3
B 
						

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Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
Applicable modes: 
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects.
1Press [ ˜].
2Press 2/ 1 to select the burst speed and then press 
[MENU/SET].
•Description of recording conditions suitable for each burst speed is 
displayed by pressing [DISP.].
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