Panasonic Dmc Fz2500 Basic Owners Manual

							Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and 
save this manual for future use.
More detailed owner's manual is available in “Owner’s Manual fo r advanced 
features (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the websit e. (P73)
Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ2500
Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only)
If you have any questions, visit:

USA : http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
DVQX1028ZA
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until 
2016/12/09
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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 , etc. of your Digital 
Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illu strations in this Owner ’s 
Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes 
other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private 
use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
For the U.S.A. and Canada only
Information for Your Safety
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you  have 
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how t o 
recycle this battery.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashi ng.
• Use only the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualif ied service personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer AddressDealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
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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 lim its 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 installed 
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferenc e will not occur in a 
particular installation. If this  equipment does cause harmful i nterference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the eq uipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or  more of the following 
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fr om that to which the receiver is 
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for h elp.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation 
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when 
connecting to computer o r peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation i s subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This  device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) 
this device must accept any int erference received, including in terference that may 
cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-FZ2500
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America 
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support
DMC-FZ2500
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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 complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set  forth for an 
uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)  Exposure 
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed  to comply without 
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
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].
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Contains IC : 772C-LBXN604
This device complies with  Industry Canada’s licence-exempt
RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undes ired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Ex posure rules.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed  to comply without 
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
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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 sunli ght 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 spec
ified unit.
• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the  terminals.
• Do not touch the plug terminals ( i and  j) with metal objects.
• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or  clothes, wash it off 
thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, nev er rub the eyes. Rinse 
eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac e only with the type 
recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local aut horities or dealer and ask for 
the correct method of disposal.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat abo ve 60xC (140 oF) or 
incinerate.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabi net or in another confined 
space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
• In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connecte d to a 120 V AC power 
supply only.
• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to  suit the AC outlet configuration.
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• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
• 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 shutter remote control (DMW-RSL 1: optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/ or sound on this unit may be 
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may res ult in noise adversely affecting 
the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by  strong magnetic fields 
created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit,  disturbing the pictures and/or 
sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipmen t and stops functioning properly, 
turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adap tor (DMW-AC10PP: optional). 
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this  unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage li nes.• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound 
may be adversely affected.
Cautions for Use
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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 chemical s.
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the cam era for a long period of 
time.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean 
the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the c oating may peel off.
• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays  of light from the sun may 
cause it to malfunction.
• Always use the supplied cords and cables.
• Do not extend the cords or the cables.
• During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting  etc.), do not turn this unit 
off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW -AC10PP: optional). 
Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or  static electricity.
• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagn etic waves, static electricity or 
breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing impor tant data on a PC etc.
• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format i t on the camera only to ensure 
proper operation.
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge  the battery before use.
• The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temp erature is too high or too 
low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after char ging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact  areas of the power plug or 
near the batteries.
• Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively st able temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
• Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged.  When storing the battery for a 
long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remo ve the battery from the 
camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety .....................2
Preparation/Basic
Care of the camera .................................9
Standard Accessories ...........................10
Names and Functions 
of Components ..................................... 11
About cards that can be used 
with this unit ..........................................13
Preparations before Recording .............14
Basic Operations ..................................19
Setting menu items ............................... 24
Calling frequently-used 
menus instantly (Quick Menu) .............. 25
Assigning frequently used functions 
to the buttons (function buttons) ...........25
Recording
Taking Pictures using the Automatic 
Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ...........26
Adjusting Focus Manually ..................... 27
Taking Close-up Pictures ......................29
Select a Drive Mode .............................29
Recording 4K Photos ............................30
Controlling Focus After Recording 
(Post Focus/Focus Stacking) ................ 32
Taking Pictures While Adjusting 
a Setting Automatically 
(Bracket Recording) ..............................35
Image Stabilizer ....................................37
Zoom types and use ............................. 37
Recording Motion Picture/
4K Motion Picture .................................38
Recording Motion Pictures 
Using Various Effects and 
Advanced Settings 
(Creative Video Mode) ..........................41
Playback
Playing Back Pictures .......................... 47
Playing Back Motion Pictures .............. 47
Deleting Pictures .................................. 48
Menu
Menu list............................................... 49
Wi-Fi
What you can do with 
the Wi-FiR function ............................... 54
Controlling with a Smartphone/
Tablet ................................................... 55
Others
Downloading software .......................... 59
Monitor Display/
Viewfinder Display................................ 60
Troubleshooting ................................... 64
Specifications ....................................... 68
Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 72
Reading the Owner’s Manual 
(PDF format) ........................................ 73
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ............................. 74
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR CANADA)......................... 77
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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.
Do not hold the lens barrel as you take pictures. There is a ri sk that your finger will 
be trapped as the lens retracts.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, san d, 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 also become irreparable.
– 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 at the beach.
If sand, dust, or liquids such as water droplets adhere to the  monitor, wipe them off with a 
dry soft cloth.
– Not doing so may cause the monitor to respond incorrectly to t ouch operations.
– If the monitor is closed when such liquids are present, malfun ction may result.
Keep objects sensitive to magnetic fields (credit cards, etc.)  away from the camera. 
Otherwise, magnetic fields may damage their data and make them  unusable.
∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or monitor is fogged up)
• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity c hanges. Be careful of 
condensation since it causes lens, viewfinder and monitor stain s, fungus and camera 
malfunction.
• If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for a bout 2 hours. The fog will 
disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes  close to the ambient 
temperature.
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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of September 2016. These may be subj ect to change.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory 
Card are indicated as  card in the text.
• The card is optional.
(For U.S.A. only)
• If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop .panasonic.com/support
 for further 
information about obtaining replacement parts.
(For Canada only)
• If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit  our support page at
 www.panasonic.ca/english/support
 for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
1
Battery Pack
(Indicated as 
battery pack or battery  in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger
(Indicated as 
battery charger  or charger  in the text)
3 Lens Hood
4 Lens Cap/
Lens cap string
5 USB Connection Cable
6 Shoulder Strap
7 Hot shoe cover
• This is attached to the camera at the time of purchase.
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