Panasonic Lumix DMC FX50 User Manual

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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX50
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Before connecting, operating or
adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : [email protected]         
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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							Before Use
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Before UseDear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to 
thank you for purchasing this Panasonic 
Digital Camera. Please read these 
Operating Instructions carefully and keep 
them handy for future reference.
Information for Your 
Safety
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.• Please note that the actual controls and 
components, menu items, etc. of your 
Digital Camera may look somewhat 
different from those shown in the 
illustrations in these Operating 
Instructions.
• SDHC Logo is a trademark.
• Leica is a registered trademark of Leica 
Microsystems IR GmbH.
• Elmarit is a registered trademark of Leica 
Camera AG.
• Other names, company names, and 
product names printed in these 
instructions are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of the companies concerned. WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 
SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING 
INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE 
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 
AND DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR 
MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE THE 
COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE 
INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT 
AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is 
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with 
the same or equivalent type 
recommended by the manufacturer. 
Dispose of used batteries according to 
the manufacturer’s instructions.
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the 
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for 
information on how to recycle this battery.RBRC
Li-ion
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FCC Note: (U.S. only)
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 harmful 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 
interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment 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 from that to which 
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced 
radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued 
compliance, follow the 
attached installation 
instructions and use only 
shielded interface cables 
with ferrite core when 
connecting to computer or 
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.
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-FX50
Responsible party: Panasonic
Corporation of
North America
One Panasonic
Way, Secaucus, NJ
07094
Support Contact: Panasonic
Consumer
Electronics
Company
1-800-272-7033
This device complies with Part 15 of the 
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device 
may not cause harmful interference, 
and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies 
with Canadian ICES-003
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-If you see this symbol-
wCare of the camera
•Do not strongly shake or bump the 
camera. The camera may stop operating 
normally, pictures may not be recorded or 
the lens may be damaged.
• Sand or dust may cause the camera to 
malfunction. Make sure that sand or 
dust does not get into the lens or the 
terminals when using the camera on a 
beach etc.
• Make sure that water does not get into the 
camera when using it on a rainy day or on 
a beach.
• If water or seawater splashes on the 
camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the 
camera body carefully.wAbout the LCD monitor
• Do not press the LCD monitor with 
excessive force. Uneven colors may 
appear on the LCD monitor and it may 
malfunction.
• Condensation may form on the LCD 
monitor in places with large temperature 
differences. Wipe the condensation with a 
soft, dry cloth.
• If the camera is cold when you turn it on, 
the picture on the LCD monitor will be 
slightly darker than usual at first. However, 
the picture will return to normal brightness 
when the internal temperature of the 
camera increases.
wAbout the Lens
• Do not press the lens with excessive 
forc e.
• Do not leave the camera with the lens 
facing the sun as it may cause the camera 
to malfunction. Also, be careful when you 
leave the camera outside or near a 
window. Information on Disposal in other 
Countries outside the European 
Union
This symbol is only valid in the European 
Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer 
and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
Extremely high precision technology is 
employed to produce the LCD monitor 
screen. However there may be some 
dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) 
on the screen. This is not a malfunction. 
The LCD monitor screen has more than 
99.99% effective pixels with a mere 
0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. 
The spots will not be recorded on 
pictures on a card.
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wAbout Condensation (When the lens 
is fogged up)
• Condensation occurs when the ambient 
temperature or humidity changes as 
described below. Be careful of 
condensation since it causes lens stains, 
fungus and camera malfunction.
– When the camera is taken from the cold 
outdoors to the warm indoors.
– When the camera is taken from outside 
to inside an air-conditioned car.
– When cool wind from an air conditioner 
etc. blows directly on the camera.
– In humid places.
• To prevent condensation, put the camera 
in a plastic bag until the temperature of 
the camera is close to the ambient 
temperature. If condensation occurs, turn 
the camera off and leave it for about 
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally 
when the temperature of the camera 
becomes close to the ambient 
temperature.
wWhen not using the camera for a long 
period of time
• Store the battery in a cool and dry place 
with a relatively stable temperature.
[Recommended temperature:
15QC to 25QC (59QF to 77QF),
Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%]
• Always remove the battery and the card 
from the camera.
• If the battery is left inserted in the camera, 
it will discharge even if the camera is 
turned off. If the battery continues to be 
left in the camera, it will discharge 
excessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
• When storing the battery for a long period 
of time, we recommend charging it once a 
year. Remove the battery from the camera 
and store it again after it has completely 
discharged.
• We recommend storing the camera with a 
desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a 
closet or a cabinet.wAbout cards that can be used in this 
unit
You can use an SD Memory Card, an 
SDHC Memory Card and a 
MultiMediaCard.
• When the term card is used in these 
operating instructions this refers to the 
following types of Memory Cards.
– SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
– SDHC Memory Card (4 GB)
– MultiMediaCard
More specific information about memory 
cards that can be used with this unit.
• You can only use an SDHC Memory Card 
if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.
• A 4 GB Memory Card without an SDHC 
logo is not based on the SD Standard and 
will not work in this product.
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About the Mode Dial
Adjust part  to the desired mode.
Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to 
adjust to each mode.
: Normal picture mode (P23)
Use this mode for normal recording.
: Macro mode (P48)
This mode allows you to take a close-up 
picture of a subject.
: Motion picture mode (P62)
This mode allows you to record motion 
pictures.
: Scene mode (P49)
This mode allows you to take pictures 
depending on the recording scenes.
: Simple mode (P26)
This mode is recommended for beginners.
: Playback mode (P32)
This mode allows you to play back 
recorded pictures.
: Print mode (P95)
This mode allows you to print pictures of 
recorded pictures.wAbout indications in these operating 
instructions
The modes indicated here allow you to use 
the functions or settings shown on the 
page. Set the mode dial to any of the 
modes indicated to use the functions or 
settings.
Convenient or helpful information for use of 
the camera is described.
wAbout illustrations in these operating 
instructions
The appearance of the product, the 
illustrations and menu screens etc. will 
differ slightly from those in actual use.
wAbout illustrations of the joystick
In these operating instructions, operations 
using the joystick are described with 
illustrations.
e.g.:When you move the  button
e.g.:When you Press the [MENU/SET] 
button
/SETMENU
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Contents
Before Use
Information for Your Safety ....................... 2
About the Mode Dial ................................. 6
Preparation
Standard Accessories ............................... 9
Names of the Components ..................... 10
Quick Guide ............................................ 11
Charging the Battery with the Charger.... 12
About the Battery (charging/
number of recordable pictures) ........... 13
Inserting/Removing the Battery .............. 14
Inserting/Removing the Card .................. 15
About the Card........................................ 16
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................ 17
• Changing the clock setting................ 17
About the Setup Menu ............................ 18
Basic
Taking Pictures ....................................... 23
Taking Pictures in Simple Mode ............. 26
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ............... 28
• Using the Optical Zoom .................... 28
• Using the Extended Optical Zoom 
(EZ) .................................................. 29
• Using the Digital Zoom 
Further extending the zoom ............. 30
Checking the Recorded Picture 
(Review) .............................................. 31
Playing Back Pictures ............................. 32
Deleting Pictures..................................... 33
Advanced
About the LCD Monitor ........................... 35
•Changing the information displayed.... 35
• Brightening the LCD Monitor
(Power LCD/High angle mode) ........ 38
Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash.... 39Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 43
Compensating the Exposure .................. 44
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........ 45
Optical Image Stabilizer .......................... 46
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode .......... 47
Taking Close-up Pictures ........................ 48
Scene Mode ............................................ 49
– [PORTRAIT] .................................. 50
– [SOFT SKIN].................................. 50
– [SCENERY] ................................... 50
– [SPORTS] ...................................... 50
– [NIGHT PORTRAIT] ...................... 51
– [NIGHT SCENERY] ....................... 51
– [SELF PORTRAIT] ........................ 52
– [FOOD]  ......................................... 52
– [PARTY]......................................... 52
– [CANDLE LIGHT] .......................... 53
– [FIREWORKS] ............................... 53
– [STARRY SKY] .............................. 54
– [BEACH] ........................................ 54
– [AERIAL PHOTO] .......................... 55
– [SNOW] ......................................... 55
– [HIGH SENS.] ................................ 55
– [BABY1]/[BABY2] .......................... 56
Recording which Day of the Vacation 
You Take the Picture ........................... 57
Displaying the Time at the Travel 
Destination (World Time)..................... 59
• Location candidates for World Time 
settings ............................................. 61
Motion Picture Mode ............................... 62
Displaying Multiple Screens 
(Multi Playback)................................... 64
Displaying Pictures by Recording Date 
(Calendar Playback) ............................ 65
Using the Playback Zoom ....................... 66
Playing Back Motion Pictures/
Pictures with Audio.............................. 67
Creating still pictures from 
a motion picture................................... 68
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Menu Settings
Using the [REC] Mode Menu .................. 70
• [W.BALANCE]
Adjusting the hue for a more natural 
picture............................................... 71
• [SENSITIVITY]
Setting the light sensitivity ................ 73
• [ASPECT RATIO]
Setting the aspect ratio of pictures ... 74
• [PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY]
Setting a picture size and quality 
that match your use of the pictures... 75
• [AUDIO REC.] 
Recording still pictures with audio .... 76
• [AF MODE]
Setting the focus method.................. 77
• [AF ASSIST LAMP]
Focusing in low light conditions 
becomes easier ................................ 78
• [SLOW SHUTTER]
Recording bright pictures 
in dark places ................................... 78
• [COL.EFFECT]
Setting color effects for 
the recorded pictures........................ 79
• [PICT.ADJ.]
Adjusting the picture quality for 
the recorded pictures........................ 79
• [CLOCK SET]
Set the display order for 
the date and time.............................. 79
Using the [PLAY] mode menu ................ 80
• [DUAL DISPLAY]
Displaying the recorded pictures on 
a dual display ................................... 80
• [SLIDE SHOW]
Playing back pictures in order for 
a fixed duration ................................. 81
• [FAVORITE]
Setting your favorite pictures ............ 82
• [ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE]
To display the picture rotated ........... 83• [DPOF PRINT]
Setting the picture to print and 
the number of prints ......................... 85
• [PROTECT]
Preventing accidental erasure of 
pictures ............................................. 87
• [AUDIO DUB.] 
Adding audio after taking pictures .... 88
• [RESIZE]
Making the picture smaller ............... 88
• [TRIMMING]
Enlarging a picture and trimming it ... 89
• [ASPECT CONV.]
Changing the aspect ratio of a 16:9 
picture............................................... 90
• [FORMAT] 
Initializing the card............................ 91
Connecting to other equipment
Connecting to a PC................................. 92
Printing the Pictures................................ 95
Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen.... 99
Others
Screen Display...................................... 100
Cautions for Use ................................... 103
Message Display .................................. 105
Troubleshooting .................................... 106
Number of Recordable Pictures and 
Available Recording Time ................. 112
Specifications........................................ 115
Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 118
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
(For USA Customers)........................ 119
Request for Service Notice 
(For USA Only).................................. 120
Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ......... 121
Customer Services Directory 
(For USA Only).................................. 123
Index ..................................................... 124
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía rápida en español ..................... 126
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Preparation
Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are included 
before using the camera.
1SD Memory Card (16 MB)2Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery in the text)
3Battery Charger
(Indicated as charger in the text)
4USB Connection Cable5AV  C a b l e6CD-ROM7Strap8Battery Carrying Case
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card 
and MultiMediaCard are indicated as card
in the text.
• For information about optional 
accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera 
Accessory System”. (P118)
• If any accessories are lost, customers in 
the USA should contact Panasonic’s parts 
department at 1 800 833-9626 and 
customers in Canada should contact 
1 800 561-5505 for further information 
about obtaining replacement parts.
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Names of the 
Components
1 Flash (P39)
2 Lens (P4)
3 Self-timer indicator (P43)
AF assist lamp (P78)
4 LCD monitor (P35, 100)
5 Joystick
/[MENU/SET] button (P18)
/ Self-timer button (P43)
/ [REV] button (P31)
/ Flash setting button (P39)
/ Exposure compensation (P44)/
Auto bracket (P45)/White balance fine 
adjustment (P72)/Backlight 
compensation in simple mode (P27) 
button
6 [DISPLAY/LCD MODE] button
(P35, 38)
7 Status indicator (P13)
8 Single or burst mode (P47)/
Delete button (P33)9 Camera ON/OFF switch (P11, 17)
10 Zoom lever (P28)
11 Optical image stabilizer button (P46)
12 Speaker (P67)
13 Microphone (P62, 76, 88)
14 Shutter button (P23, 62)
15 Mode dial (P6)
16 Strap eyelet
17 Lens barrel
18 [DIGITAL/AV OUT] socket (P92, 95, 99)19 [DC IN] socket (P92, 95)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC 
adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional).
• This camera cannot charge the battery 
even though the AC adaptor 
(DMW-AC5; optional) is connected to it.
20 Tripod receptacle
• When you use a tripod, make sure the 
tripod is stable when the camera is 
attached to it.
21 Card/Battery door (P14, 15)
22 Release lever (P14, 15)
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/SETMENU
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DIGITAL
AV OUT
DC  IN
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17
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19
OPEN
LOCK
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