Panasonic Dmc Fz2500 Operating Instructions Manual
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3. Recording Modes
Applicable modes:
The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode.
•Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range)
before taking a picture by closing the diaphragm blades to the aperture value you set.
• Confirm the effects of shutter speed: Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual
picture that will be taken with that shutter speed.
1Set a function button to [Preview]. (P55)• The following...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-70.png "Page 71
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3. Recording Modes
Applicable modes:
The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode.
•Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range)
before taking a picture by closing the diaphragm blades to the aperture value you set.
• Confirm the effects of shutter speed: Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual
picture that will be taken with that shutter speed.
1Set a function button to [Preview]. (P55)• The following...")
71 3. Recording Modes Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. •Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the diaphragm blades to the aperture value you set. • Confirm the effects of shutter speed: Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual picture that will be taken with that shutter speed. 1Set a function button to [Preview]. (P55)• The following...
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Applicable modes:
When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a
suitable exposure setting.
1Set a function button to [One Push AE]. (P55)
2(When exposure is not adequate)
Press function button .
• The exposure meter is displayed, and the aperture and shutter speed are changed to give
a suitable exposure.
• In the following cases, suitable exposure cannot be set. – When the subject is extremely dark and it is not possible to a chieve...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-71.png "Page 72
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Applicable modes:
When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a
suitable exposure setting.
1Set a function button to [One Push AE]. (P55)
2(When exposure is not adequate)
Press function button .
• The exposure meter is displayed, and the aperture and shutter speed are changed to give
a suitable exposure.
• In the following cases, suitable exposure cannot be set. – When the subject is extremely dark and it is not possible to a chieve...")
3. Recording Modes 72 Applicable modes: When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a suitable exposure setting. 1Set a function button to [One Push AE]. (P55) 2(When exposure is not adequate) Press function button . • The exposure meter is displayed, and the aperture and shutter speed are changed to give a suitable exposure. • In the following cases, suitable exposure cannot be set. – When the subject is extremely dark and it is not possible to a chieve...
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Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)
Recording Mode:
Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
• After the screen that asks you to check the recording direction is displayed, the
horizontal/vertical guidelines will be displayed.
2Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
3Press the shutter button fully and move the camera in a small c ircle
in the direction of the arrow on the screen.
4Press the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-72.png "Page 73
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3. Recording Modes
Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)
Recording Mode:
Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
• After the screen that asks you to check the recording direction is displayed, the
horizontal/vertical guidelines will be displayed.
2Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
3Press the shutter button fully and move the camera in a small c ircle
in the direction of the arrow on the screen.
4Press the...")
73 3. Recording Modes Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording Mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama. 1Set the mode dial to [ ]. • After the screen that asks you to check the recording direction is displayed, the horizontal/vertical guidelines will be displayed. 2Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 3Press the shutter button fully and move the camera in a small c ircle in the direction of the arrow on the screen. 4Press the...
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∫Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama
pictures
>
[Rec] >[Panorama Settings]
• The number of recording pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions of the panorama picture
varies depending on the image size, the recording direction and the number of combined
pictures.
The maximum number of pixels is shown below.
∫ Technique for Panorama Shot Mode
[Direction]Sets the recording direction.
[Picture Size]Sets the angle of view (image...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-73.png "Page 74
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∫Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama
pictures
>
[Rec] >[Panorama Settings]
• The number of recording pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions of the panorama picture
varies depending on the image size, the recording direction and the number of combined
pictures.
The maximum number of pixels is shown below.
∫ Technique for Panorama Shot Mode
[Direction]Sets the recording direction.
[Picture Size]Sets the angle of view (image...")
3. Recording Modes 74 ∫Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama pictures > [Rec] >[Panorama Settings] • The number of recording pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions of the panorama picture varies depending on the image size, the recording direction and the number of combined pictures. The maximum number of pixels is shown below. ∫ Technique for Panorama Shot Mode [Direction]Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size]Sets the angle of view (image...
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75 3. Recording Modes ∫About playback Pressing 3 will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. ¢ When the playback is paused, you can scroll forwards and backwa rds by dragging the screen. When the scroll bar is touched, the playback position jumps to the touched position. 3Start panorama playback/Pause¢ 4St op • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • The focus, White Balance, and exposure are...
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Taking Pictures that match the Scene being
recorded
(Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Mode:
If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the
example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, an d focus, allowing you to
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 2/1 to select the scene.
• The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET].
• It is...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-75.png "Page 76
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Taking Pictures that match the Scene being
recorded
(Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Mode:
If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the
example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, an d focus, allowing you to
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 2/1 to select the scene.
• The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET].
• It is...")
3. Recording Modes 76 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode: If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, an d focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene. 1Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2Press 2/1 to select the scene. • The scene can also be selected by dragging an example image or the slide bar. 3Press [MENU/SET]. • It is...
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Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips
Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed.
• When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed.
Types of Scene Guide Mode
Normal displayGuide display List display
[Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin]
• The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a
similar tone to the complexion
of a subject, as well.
• This mode may not be
effective under insufficient...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-76.png "Page 77
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3. Recording Modes
Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips
Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed.
• When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed.
Types of Scene Guide Mode
Normal displayGuide display List display
[Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin]
• The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a
similar tone to the complexion
of a subject, as well.
• This mode may not be
effective under insufficient...")
77 3. Recording Modes Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed. • When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed. Types of Scene Guide Mode Normal displayGuide display List display [Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin] • The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar tone to the complexion of a subject, as well. • This mode may not be effective under insufficient...
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[Glistening Water]
• Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects
on the objects other than
water surface. [Clear Nightscape]
[Cool Night Sky] [Warm Glowing Nightscape]
[Artistic Nightscape] [Glittering Illuminations]
[Handheld Night Shot]
• Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after
pressing the shutter button.
• The angle of view will be
slightly narrower. [Clear Night Portrait]
• We recommend using a tripod
and the self-timer.
• When [Clear...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-77.png "Page 78
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[Glistening Water]
• Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects
on the objects other than
water surface. [Clear Nightscape]
[Cool Night Sky] [Warm Glowing Nightscape]
[Artistic Nightscape] [Glittering Illuminations]
[Handheld Night Shot]
• Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after
pressing the shutter button.
• The angle of view will be
slightly narrower. [Clear Night Portrait]
• We recommend using a tripod
and the self-timer.
• When [Clear...")
3. Recording Modes 78 [Glistening Water] • Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on the objects other than water surface. [Clear Nightscape] [Cool Night Sky] [Warm Glowing Nightscape] [Artistic Nightscape] [Glittering Illuminations] [Handheld Night Shot] • Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • The angle of view will be slightly narrower. [Clear Night Portrait] • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • When [Clear...
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Taking Pictures with different image effects
(Creative Control Mode)
Recording Mode:
This mode records with additional image effects.
You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the
screen.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 3/4 to select the image effects
(filters).
A Preview display
• You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching the example images.
3Press [MENU/SET].
• It is also possible to display the selection screen by...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-78.png "Page 79
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3. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures with different image effects
(Creative Control Mode)
Recording Mode:
This mode records with additional image effects.
You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the
screen.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 3/4 to select the image effects
(filters).
A Preview display
• You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching the example images.
3Press [MENU/SET].
• It is also possible to display the selection screen by...")
79 3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2Press 3/4 to select the image effects (filters). A Preview display • You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching the example images. 3Press [MENU/SET]. • It is also possible to display the selection screen by...
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Displaying the description of each image effect
Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displa yed.
• When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed.
Types of image effects
Normal displayGuide display List display
[Expressive] [Retro] [Old Days]
[High Key] [Low Key] [Sepia]
[Monochrome] [Dynamic
Monochrome] [Rough
Monochrome]
[Silky
Monochrome] [Impressive Art]
[High Dynamic]
[Cross Process] [Toy Effect] [Toy Pop]
[Bleach...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/65483/w300_dmc-fz2500_en_adv_om_d-79.png "Page 80
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Displaying the description of each image effect
Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displa yed.
• When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed.
Types of image effects
Normal displayGuide display List display
[Expressive] [Retro] [Old Days]
[High Key] [Low Key] [Sepia]
[Monochrome] [Dynamic
Monochrome] [Rough
Monochrome]
[Silky
Monochrome] [Impressive Art]
[High Dynamic]
[Cross Process] [Toy Effect] [Toy Pop]
[Bleach...")
3. Recording Modes 80 Displaying the description of each image effect Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displa yed. • When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed. Types of image effects Normal displayGuide display List display [Expressive] [Retro] [Old Days] [High Key] [Low Key] [Sepia] [Monochrome] [Dynamic Monochrome] [Rough Monochrome] [Silky Monochrome] [Impressive Art] [High Dynamic] [Cross Process] [Toy Effect] [Toy Pop] [Bleach...