Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FZ200

DMC-FZ62

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

More detailed

instructions on

the operation of this camera

are contained in “Operating

Instructions for advanced

features (PDF format)” in the

supplied CD-ROM. Install it on

your PC to read it.

(DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62)

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

DMC-FZ62DMC-FZ200

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

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F0712MG0 ( 13000 A)

until

2012/8/9

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Dear 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. 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.

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.

Information for Your Safety

∫Product identification marking

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

•Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

•Use only the recommended accessories.

•Do not remove covers.

•Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily

accessible.

Product Location

Digital Camera Bottom

Battery Charger Bottom

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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 sunlight for a long period of time with

doors and windows closed.

∫About the battery charger

•The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.

The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical

outlet.

CAUTION

•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

•When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC 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 cabinet or in another

confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

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∫Cautions for Use

•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)

•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine

Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).

(DMC-FZ200)

•Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: 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 result 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 generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,

disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E: 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 lines.

•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound

may be adversely affected.

Information about the software used by this product can be viewed by pressing

[MENU/SET], selecting [Setup] >[Version Disp.], and then pressing [MENU/SET].

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used

Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying

documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and

batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and

used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in

accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/

96/EC and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help

to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative

effects on human health and the environment which could

otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products

and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste

disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the

items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in

accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please

contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the

European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to

discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer

and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.

In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for

the chemical involved.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety ......................................................................................... 2

Care of the camera....................................................................................................... 8

Accessories (DMC-FZ200) .......................................................................................... 10

Accessories (DMC-FZ62) ............................................................................................ 12

Names and Functions of Main Parts ........................................................................ 14

Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap .................................................................. 16

Attaching the Lens Hood (DMC-FZ200) .................................................................... 17

Charging the Battery.................................................................................................. 18

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 19

Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 20

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)............... 22

Using the rear dial...................................................................................................... 24

Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) ................. 26

Setting the Menu ........................................................................................................ 27

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 28

Installing supplied software ...................................................................................... 30

Specifications ............................................................................................................. 32

•Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other information

for your digital camera may differ from those in the illustrations and screens provided in this

manual. When operation or other information is more or less the same between models,

(DMC-FZ200) are used as examples for the instructions provided in this manual.

•The operations, procedures, or functions that differ among models are indicated

separately, together with the relevant model number.

e.g.: (DMC-FZ200)

(DMC-FZ62)

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Care of the camera

Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.

•The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in

following conditions.

It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.

–Drop or hit the camera.

–Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.

•When camera is not in use or when using the playback feature,

ensure that the lens is in the stored position, with lens cap on.

•There are times when rattling sounds or vibrations will come

from the camera, but these are due to the motion of the

aperture, the zoom and the motor and do not indicate a defect.

This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.

Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water,

sand, 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 become unrepairable.

–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 on the beach.

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Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

•For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899

•For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

•For further support on your product, please visit our website:

www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

•Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by

phoning our Customer Communications Centre

Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.,

Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

•Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

•Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

•All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

•It couldn’t be simpler!

•Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.

Take a browse on our website for further details.

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Accessories (DMC-FZ200)

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.

Product numbers correct as of July 2012. These may be subject to change.

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 AC Mains Lead

4 USB Connection Cable

5 CD-ROM

•Software

Install on your PC before use.

6 CD-ROM

•Operating Instructions for advanced

features

7 Shoulder Strap

8 Lens Cap/Lens Cap String

9LensHood

•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and

SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in

the text.

•The card is optional.

You can record or play back pictures on the

built-in memory when you are not using a

card.

•Consult the dealer or your nearest Service

Centre if you lose the supplied accessories.

(You can purchase the accessories separately.)

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