Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 Owner's Manual

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Page 1: Digital Camera
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit: USA: www.panasonic.com/support...
Page 2 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 family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below.
Page 3: Information For Your Safety
Information for Your Safety The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. ■ Product identification marking Product Location Digital camera Bottom WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
Page 4 ■ About the battery pack 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 specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
Page 5: Fcc Note
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-ZS50 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
Page 6: Cautions For Use
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
Page 7 Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. 1 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu 2 Press to select [Approved Regulations], and press [MENU/SET] Contains FCC ID : VPYLBXN604 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety ..3 Viewing your pictures ... 28 Before use ........ 9 Deleting pictures ....28 Standard accessories ... 10 What you can do with the Names and Functions Wi-Fi function/ ® of Main Parts ......11 NFC function ......
Page 9: Before Use
Before use ■ Camera handling ● Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera.
Page 10: Standard Accessories
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) • For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”. • If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. • Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
Page 11: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Names and Functions of Main Parts (Top) 16 17 18 (Bottom) 23 24 (ENG) SQT0612...
Page 12: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Flash 18 Shutter button 2 Self-timer indicator/ 19 Zoom lever 20 Motion picture button AF Assist Lamp 21 Camera [ON/OFF] button 3 Control ring 22 Tripod mount 4 Lens barrel 5 Lens • Do not attach this unit to tripods that have screws with a length of 5.5 mm •...
Page 13: Cursor Button
[MENU/SET] button / Cursor button [MENU/SET] button • Use this button to display the menus, enter the settings, etc. Cursor button • This button is used to move the cursor on the menu screens and for other functions. • In this manual, the button that is to be used is indicated by You can perform the following operations while recording.
Page 14: Inserting And Removing The Battery Or Sd Memory Card (Optional)
Lever Press Pull out ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCM13PP). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Page 15: Charging The Battery
Charging the battery • The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCM13PP. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Page 16 When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper connections may cause malfunctions. ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). ● Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ●...
Page 17: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set •...
Page 18: Setting The Menu
Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Press or turn the control dial to select the menu type, and press [MENU/SET] Press or turn the control dial to select the menu item, and press [MENU/SET] •...
Page 19: Holding The Camera
Holding the camera Do not block the flash or the lamp. Do not look at it from Flash/AF Assist Lamp close range. ● To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart.
Page 20: Taking Pictures With Automatic Settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set mode dial to [ ] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use.
Page 21: Recording Modes
■ Recording modes [Intelligent Auto] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. You can switch to the [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode on the menu to adjust the brightness and color settings to your liking. [Program AE] Mode Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. [Aperture-Priority] Mode Determine aperture, then record pictures.
Page 22 Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode • [i.Zoom] Increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set the [i.Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON]. • [Digital Zoom] Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom.
Page 23: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). You can record motion pictures fitting each recording mode. Press the motion picture button ( ) to start recording ● Do not block the microphones ( ) when recording motion pictures.
Page 24 Recording motion pictures ■ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. The recording format for motion pictures can be changed in [Rec Format] of the [Motion Picture] menu. ■...
Page 25: Using The Control Ring/Control Dial
Using the control ring/control dial You can use the control ring/control dial to perform frequently used operations and settings directly. Control ring Control dial Items that can be set by the control ring/control dial vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Setting Recording mode ∗...
Page 26 Using the control ring/control dial ■ To change the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial. Press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Ring/Dial Set] and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [ ] (control ring) or [...
Page 27: Registering Preferred Functions To The [Fn1] / [Fn2] Button
Registering preferred functions to the [Fn1] / [Fn2] button Register frequently used functions from the [Rec] menu, [Setup] menu or other menus to the [Fn1] button or [Fn2] button for faster operation. • The [Fn1] button (see below) is set to [Composition Guide] and [Fn2] button (→19) is set to [LVF/Monitor Switch] at the time of purchase.
Page 28: Viewing Your Pictures
Viewing your pictures Press the Playback button ( ) • By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in playback mode. Press or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed Folder/File number Picture number/...
Page 29: What You Can Do With The
■ Using the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet By installing the “Panasonic Image App” on your smartphone/tablet, you can operate the camera remotely and use the smartphone/tablet to record and play back. In addition, you can copy pictures in the camera to the smartphone/ tablet.
Page 30: Using The Camera By Connecting It To A Smartphone/Tablet
” <Using an Android device> Select “Google Play Store” Enter “Panasonic Image App” or “LUMIX” to search for the Select “Panasonic Image App” and install it • Use the latest version. • Supported OS versions as of January 2015. Supported OS versions may be changed without prior notice.
Page 31 STEP 2 Connecting to a smartphone You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this unit without entering a password on your smartphone. Press [Wi-Fi] button The information (SSID) required for directly connecting your smartphone to this unit is displayed. Perform the Wi-Fi setting on your smartphone <Using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad)>...
Page 32: Take Pictures
Using the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet STEP 3 Operating the camera with a smartphone Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) You can operate the zoom and press the shutter just like using a remote control. Select [ ] on the “Image App”...
Page 33 Closing the connection Press [Q.MENU/ ] button • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET]. Close “Image App” on the smartphone • For details on how to close the application, refer to the operating instructions of your device. ■...
Page 34: Reading The Owner's Manual (Pdf Format)
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied) •...
Page 35: Storing Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc
Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer to use. For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” or the manuals for each software. •...
Page 36: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures
Turn on the camera and the PC, and connect them using the USB connection cable (supplied) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Press...
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. • If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. • Further information is provided in the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section.
Page 38 Troubleshooting I am having a problem connecting to my Windows 8 PC. The user name and password are not recognized. ● Depending on the OS version, on Windows 8, for example, there are two types of user account (local account/Microsoft account). →...
Page 39: Specifications
Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5 V Power 1.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) Consumption 1.1 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.3″ MOS sensor, total pixel number 12,800,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 30x zoom...
Page 40 Specifications Exposure (AE) Program AE (P) / Aperture-priority AE (A) / Shutter-priority AE (S) / Manual exposure (M) Metering Mode [Multi Metering] / [Center Weighted] / [Spot] Monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 1,040,000 dots) Viewfinder 0.2″ Color LCD (4:3) (Approx.
Page 41 Access method Infrastructure mode Compliance ISO / IEC 18092 NFC-F (Passive Mode) standard AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0768): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V, 800 mA Battery pack (lithium-ion)
Page 42: Digital Camera Accessory System
Digital Camera Accessory System Description Accessory# Battery pack DMW-BCM13 USB connection cable DMW-USBC1 AV cable DMW-AVC1 ● Product numbers are correct as of January 2015. These may be subject to change. ● Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.
Page 43: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT: 1-800-237-9080 (FAX ONLY) MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (ENG) SQT0612...
Page 44: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either...
Page 45 Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
Page 46 Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Page 47: Customer Services Directory
Panasonic gear Go to www.panasonic.com/accessories Get everything you need to get the most out of your Panasonic products Accessories & Parts for your Camera, Phone, A/V products, TV, Computers & Networking, Personal Care, Home Appliances, Headphones, Batteries, Backup Chargers & more…...
Page 48 HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Page 49 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://www.panasonic.com © Panasonic Corporation 2015 Printed in China...

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