Panasonic LUMIX XS1 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manualfor advanced featuresDigital CameraModel No. DMC-XS1DMC-FH10 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,and save

- 10 -Before Use13 Speaker (P41)•Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.14 Lens barrel15 Stra

- 100 -Connecting to other equipment∫ Transferring pictures to a PC1Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied).2Press 3/

- 101 -Connecting to other equipment∫ Copying to a PC without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”If the installation of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” fails, you can copy files

- 102 -Connecting to other equipmentPrinting the PicturesIf you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to

- 103 -Connecting to other equipment1Press 3.2Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/SET].3Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [M

- 104 -Connecting to other equipmentSelect and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in s

- 105 -Connecting to other equipment• Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.[Paper Size]Item Description of settings{ Setting

- 106 -Connecting to other equipment• An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout.∫ Layout printingWhen printing a pict

- 107 -OthersScreen Display∫ In recording1 Recording Mode2 Recording Quality (P81)Picture Size (P69): Backlight Compensation (P27)3 Flash Mode (P50)4

- 108 -Others∫ In playback1 Playback Mode (P82)2 Protected picture (P94)3 Favorite (P93)4 Date stamped display (P80)5 Color Mode (P78)6 After Auto Ret

- 109 -OthersCautions for UseKeep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).•I

- 11 -PreparationCharging the BatteryUse the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied) and battery.•The battery is not charged

- 110 -OthersBefore cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth.

- 111 -OthersThe battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside

- 112 -OthersDo not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to

- 113 -Others• Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 o

- 114 -OthersMessage DisplayConfirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases.The major messages are described bel

- 115 -Others[Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be used]> Use a card compatible with this unit. (P19)– micr

- 116 -OthersTroubleshootingFirst, try out the following procedures (P116–125).•This phenomenon occurs when charging in a location where the temperatu

- 117 -Others• Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card?> Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase available

- 118 -Others• Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow?(ISO sensitivity is set to [ ] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking

- 119 -Others• This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures.•

- 12 -PreparationInsert the battery into the camera to charge it.1Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door

- 120 -Others• Is the flash setting set to [Œ]?> Change the flash setting. (P50)• The flash cannot be used in the following cases:– Creative Contro

- 121 -Others• Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P22)• When pictures edited using a PC or pictures taken by other equipment are searched, they

- 122 -Others• Is the camera connected to the TV correctly?> Set the TV input to External Input Mode.• Depending on the TV model, the pictures may

- 123 -Others• Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not support PictBridge.> Select [PictBridge(PTP)] when connecting. (P102)> W

- 124 -Others> Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup] menu icon [ ]. Then press [MENU/SET], and then select the [~] icon to set the desired language.

- 125 -Others• When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the on

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- 13 -Preparation• Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature, between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature

- 14 -Preparation(Charging from a computer)Connect the computer and this camera with the USB connection cable (supplied).• Charging may not be possibl

- 15 -Preparation• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may

- 16 -Preparation∫ Recording still picturesRecording conditions by CIPA standard•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association

- 17 -Preparation∫ Playback•The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating condition

- 18 -PreparationInserting and Removing the Card (optional)• Check that this unit is turned off.• We recommend using a Panasonic card.1Slide the relea

- 19 -PreparationAbout the Built-in Memory/the Card• You can copy the recorded pictures to a card. (P95)• Memory size: Approx. 90 MB• The access time

- 2 -ContentsBefore UseCare of the camera... 5Stand

- 20 -Preparation• During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or discon

- 21 -Preparation∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time∫ Number of recordable pictures•[i99999] is disp

- 22 -PreparationSetting Date/Time (Clock Set)• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.1Press camera [ON/OFF] button.• If the language select

- 23 -PreparationSelect [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P38)•The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6.• The c

- 24 -PreparationTips for taking good picturesHold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet sligh

- 25 -BasicSelecting the Recording Mode∫ List of Recording Modes•When the mode has been switched from Playback Mode to Recording Mode, the previously

- 26 -BasicTaking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode)Recording Mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to ma

- 27 -BasicWhen the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color cha

- 28 -BasicFollowing menus can be set.•For the setting method of the menu, refer to P38.¢ Available settings may be different from other Recording Mod

- 29 -BasicTaking pictures with your favorite settings (Normal Picture Mode)Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the ap

- 3 -• Digital Zoom... 49Taking Pictures Using th

- 30 -BasicFocusingAim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway.• The AF area may be displayed larger for certain zoom ma

- 31 -Basic∫ When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take)1 Aim the AF ar

- 32 -BasicRecording Motion PicturesApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)This unit can record motion pictures in QuickTime Motion JPEG format.A Availa

- 33 -Basic• When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] is fixed to [QVGA].• The available recording time displayed on the screen may not de

- 34 -BasicPlaying Back1Press [(].∫ Playing Back Motion PicturesPress 2/1 to select a picture with a Motion Picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press

- 35 -Basic• This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information T

- 36 -BasicPress [W] of the zoom button.1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen displayA Number of the selected picture and the total

- 37 -BasicDeleting PicturesOnce deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.•Pictures on the built-in memory or the card that are being played back will be

- 38 -BasicSetting the MenuThe camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you lik

- 39 -Basic∫ Close the menuPress [ ] until the screen returns to the recording/playback screen or press the shutter button half-way.•There are functio

- 4 -• [Stabilizer] ... 79• [Date Stamp]...

- 40 -BasicAbout the Setup MenuFor details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P38.•[Clock Set], [Auto Power Off] and [Auto Review] a

- 41 -Basic• Changing the settings for the operating sound will change the shutter sound.• When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV s

- 42 -Basic• [Auto Power Off] is set to [5MIN.] in the Intelligent Auto Mode.• [Auto Power Off] does not work in the following cases.– When using the

- 43 -Basic• This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected.¢ PAL video out is not available on the version DMC-XS1P/DMC-FH10P sold in the U

- 44 -Basic• Do not turn the camera off during formatting.• If a card has been inserted, only the card is formatted. To format the built-in memory, re

- 45 -RecordingAbout the LCD MonitorPress 4 to change.1 LCD monitor•During motion picture playback, panorama playback or a slideshow, you can only sel

- 46 -Recording∫ Recording guidelineThis is used as a reference of composition, such as balance, while taking a picture.•In the following cases, the g

- 47 -RecordingUsing the ZoomApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record lands

- 48 -RecordingThis function works when any of the picture sizes (P69) indicated with is selected. You can zoom in further than you can with the Opt

- 49 -RecordingThis function works when [Digital Zoom] (P75) in the [Rec] menu is set to [ON]. Although the image quality deteriorates every time you

- 5 -Before UseCare of the cameraDo not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.•The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if use

- 50 -RecordingTaking Pictures Using the Built-in FlashApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Set the flash to match the recording.1Press 1 [‰].A FlashD

- 51 -Recording2Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].¢1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. The icon changes dep

- 52 -Recording∫ Available Flash Settings in Recording ModeThe available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.(±: Available, —: Not available,

- 53 -Recording∫ The available flash range•The available flash range is an approximation.∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting¢1 The shutter speed ch

- 54 -RecordingTaking Pictures with the Self-timerApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)1Press 2 [ë].2Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU

- 55 -RecordingCompensating the ExposureApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the

- 56 -RecordingTaking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) (DMC-XS1)Recording Mode: (DMC-XS1) This mode records with addition

- 57 -Recording¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect.This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture.This effect gives a faded i

- 58 -RecordingThis effect creates a sepia image.This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture.This effect gives

- 59 -RecordingThis effect gives your photo a dramatic color look.This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera.Thi

- 6 -Before UseStandard AccessoriesCheck that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.•The accessories and their shape will differ de

- 60 -RecordingThis effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel.This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness.[Soft Focu

- 61 -RecordingTaking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)Recording Mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or

- 62 -Recording6Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step 3.7Pre

- 63 -Recording• The zoom position is fixed to Wide.• The focus, white balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As

- 64 -RecordingTaking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode)Recording Mode: When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and r

- 65 -RecordingWhen taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance and make their skin tones lo

- 66 -RecordingSetting for when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events.• Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second.•

- 67 -RecordingThis takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual.It is possible

- 68 -RecordingThis mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject.∫ Setting the shutter speedSelect a shutter speed of [15

- 69 -RecordingUsing the [Rec] MenuFor details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P38.Applicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Set the number of pixels. The

- 7 -Before UseNames and Functions of Main Parts(DMC-XS1)1Flash (P50)2 Self-timer indicator (P54)3 Lens (P5, 110)4 LCD monitor (P45, 107, 110)5 [MODE]

- 70 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enabl

- 71 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes

- 72 -Recording∫ Auto White BalanceDepending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge.

- 73 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected

- 74 -Recording∫ About [š] ([Face Detection])The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces.Yellow:When the shutter butt

- 75 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness

- 76 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.[Burst]Settings Description of

- 77 -Recording• Depending on the operating conditions, it may take time to take the next picture if you repeat the recording of pictures.• It may tak

- 78 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)Sets various color effects, including making the picture sharper, brighter, or applying a sepia to

- 79 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is

- 8 -Before Use13 Speaker (P41)•Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.14 Lens barrel15 Strap

- 80 -RecordingApplicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)You can take a picture with date and time of recording.•Date information for pictures recorded wit

- 81 -RecordingUsing the [Motion Picture] MenuFor details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38.Applicable modes: (DMC-XS1)(DMC-FH10)This se

- 82 -Playback/EditingVarious methods of playbackYou can play back the recorded pictures in various methods.1Press [(].2Press [MODE].3Press 3/4/2/1 to

- 83 -Playback/EditingYou can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fix

- 84 -Playback/Editing∫ To filter images for slide show playbackYou can filter images and play them back in a slide show by selecting [Filtering] on t

- 85 -Playback/EditingThe images sorted into the category or images set as favorite are played back.∫ To cancel filtering1 Press 3 while playing back

- 86 -Playback/Editing1 Press 3/4 to select [Select Date] and then press [MENU/SET].2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back, and then pre

- 87 -Playback/EditingYou can search for images by recorded date.•The recording date of the picture selected in the playback screen becomes the date s

- 88 -Playback/EditingHaving Fun with Recorded Pictures (Retouch)You can adjust the color tone of the pictures taken, or add your preferred effects.•T

- 89 -Playback/Editing• Depending on the picture, noise may be emphasized by [Auto Retouch].• It may not be possible to perform [Auto Retouch] on pict

- 9 -Before Use(DMC-FH10)1Flash (P50)2 Self-timer indicator (P54)3 Lens (P5, 110)4 LCD monitor (P45, 107, 110)5 [MODE] button (P25, 82)6 Charging lamp

- 90 -Playback/EditingYou can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken.1Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3.• If you h

- 91 -Playback/EditingUsing the [Playback] Menu• With [Retouch] (DMC-XS1), [Auto Retouch] (DMC-FH10) or [Resize], a new edited picture is created. A n

- 92 -Playback/Editing• You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [MULTI].• The picture quality of the resized picture will deteriorate.• It may no

- 93 -Playback/EditingYou can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites.•Play back only the pictures s

- 94 -Playback/EditingYou can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake.1Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu.2Press 3/4

- 95 -Playback/EditingYou can copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the built-in memory to a card or from a card to the built-in memory.1S

- 96 -Connecting to other equipmentPlaying Back Pictures on a TV ScreenPictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen.Preparations

- 97 -Connecting to other equipment∫ If the TV, Blu-ray disc recorder, DVD recorder or other equipment has an SD card slotInsert the card into the SD

- 98 -Connecting to other equipmentSaving still pictures and motion pictures on your PCYou can transfer the pictures in the camera to a PC by connecti

- 99 -Connecting to other equipment∫ Installing supplied software•Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications.1Check the environment o