Panasonic DMCTZ55EB Operating Guide

Basic Operating

Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. 

DMC-TZ55

DMC-TZ56

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual 
for future use.

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://panasonic.net 

 Panasonic Corporation 2014

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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

EU

VQT5H27-1

F0114MG1044

EB

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.

∫ Product identification marking

More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating Instructions for advanced 
features (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website.
∫ DMC-TZ55
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=DMC-TZ55&dest=EB

∫ DMC-TZ56
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=DMC-TZ56&dest=EG

• Click the desired language.

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You will need Adobe Reader to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).
You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS 
from the following website. (As of January 2014)
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

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

Digital Camera

Bottom

Manufactured by: 

Panasonic Corporation  
Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Importer for Europe:  Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany  

∫ About the AC adaptor (supplied)

• The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is 

always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.

∫ 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.

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

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

• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.

Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D–Type A plug, up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long)

• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

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

• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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 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. 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.

• The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic 

waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing 
important data on a PC etc.

• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to 

ensure proper operation.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the 
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC of our R&TTE products from 
our DoC server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Address of Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 
22525 Hamburg, Germany

This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3)
Purpose of this product is to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz WLAN.

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

recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing of 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.

• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also 

becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• 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 oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]

• Do not store the battery for a long time while fully 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.

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2014. These may be subject to change.

• Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the 

accessories separately.)

Customer Communications Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Monday– Friday 9:00 am– 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays).

• 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 – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (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.

• Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.

These symbols indicate separate collection of 
waste electrical and electronic equipment or 
waste batteries.
More detailed information is contained in 
“Operating Instructions for advanced features 
(PDF format)”.

Battery Pack (DMW-BCM13E)

AC Adaptor (VSK0775)

USB Connection Cable (K1HY08YY0037)

Hand Strap (VFC4737-A)

∫ Optional Accessories
Battery Pack:

DMW-BCM13

USB Connection Cable:

DMW-USBC1

AV Cable:

DMW-AVC1

1 Shutter button

2 Mode dial

3 Zoom lever

4 Flash

5 Self-timer indicator/

6 Camera [ON/OFF] button

7 [Wi-Fi] button

8 Microphone

9 Speaker

: Lens

; Lens barrel

< Lens barrier

= Charging lamp

> Monitor

? [EXPOSURE] button

@ [MENU/SET] button

A [DISP.] button

B Strap eyelet

C [HDMI] socket

D [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

E Motion picture button

F [(] (Playback) button

G Cursor buttons

3(È)/4(#)/2(ë)/1(‰)

H [Q.MENU] button/

∫ Adjusting the monitor angle

• If the monitor is rotated as shown in 

the illustration, the Self Shot Mode 
starts.

I Tripod mount

J Card/Battery door

K Release lever

1 Flip up the bottom of 

the monitor lightly to 
open.

2 Adjust the angle of 

the monitor.

• When not using this unit, 

close the monitor 
completely back to the 
original position.

• The following cards, which conform to the SD standard, can be used with this unit.

(These cards are indicated as card in the text.) 
SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)

Hold the camera gently with 
both hands, keep your arms 
still at your side and stand 
with your feet slightly apart.
• Be careful not to put your fingers 

on the flash, AF assist lamp, 
microphone, speaker or lens etc.

A Tripod mount

A tripod with a screw length of 
5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more 
may damage this unit if 
attached.
It may not be possible to attach 
certain types of tripods 
properly.

To power outlet

• To prevent 

dropping, be 
sure to attach 
the supplied 
strap and fit it 
to your wrist.

∫ List of Recording Modes

We recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the 
camera and record casually.

∫ Scene Detection
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed 
in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red.

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The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.

The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.

The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are 
manually adjusted.

Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.

This mode allows you to take panorama pictures.
This mode allows you to select any of the 13 image effects including [Old Days], 
[High Key], and [Dynamic Monochrome].

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This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
This mode allows you to select any of the 16 scenes including [Portrait], 
[Scenery], and [Starry Sky].

Record while checking the image effect.
This mode allows you to select any of the 15 image effects including [Old Days], 
[High Key], and [Dynamic Monochrome].

Mode dial
• Set the mode dial to [

].

Shutter button
• Press the shutter button halfway to focus, and 

then press the shutter button fully (push it in 
further), and take the picture.

[i-Portrait]

[i-Scenery]

[i-Macro]

[i-Night Portrait]

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[i-Night Scenery]

[iHandheld Night Shot]

¢2

[i-Sunset]

¢1 Only displayed when the flash is set to [

].

¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON].

Functions and settings can be changed using 3/4/2/1 
and [MENU/SET]. (Some functions and settings will not be 
available for selection depending on the Recording Mode.)

∫ [Picture Size]
A picture taken with the camera is saved as picture data of up to approximately 16 million pixels.
The smaller the number of pixels is, the greater the number of recordable pictures will be.

• Quality [A]

∫ [Quality]
Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored.

∫ [Sensitivity]
This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables 
pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.

∫ [Date Stamp]
You can take a picture with date and time of recording.

Optical Zoom
Zooms in without deteriorating the image quality.
Maximum magnification: 20k
Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)
This function works when any of the picture sizes indicated with 

 is selected.

You can zoom in further than you can with the Optical Zoom without deteriorating the image 
quality.
Maximum magnification: 45k
(This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on 
[Picture Size] setting.)
Intelligent Zoom
Enabled when [i.Zoom] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ON].
You can zoom in up to twice the original zoom magnification while minimising the 
deterioration of the image quality.
Digital Zoom
This function works when [Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ON].
Although the image quality deteriorates every time you zoom in further, you can zoom in up to 
four times the original zoom magnification.

3(È)

The exposure compensation or Auto Bracket setting screen is displayed.

4(#)

The macro setting screen is displayed.

[

]([AF Macro])/[

]([Macro Zoom])/[OFF]

2(ë)

The Self-Timer setting screen is displayed.

[

]([10sec.])/[

]([2sec.])/[OFF]

1(‰)

The flash setting screen is displayed.

[‡]([Auto])/[

]([iAuto])/[

]([Auto/Red-Eye])/[‰]([Forced Flash On])/

[

]([Slow Sync./Red-Eye])/[Œ]([Forced Flash Off])

The menu screen is displayed.
This operation is also available during playback.

Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB)

12

35

180

Card (2 GB)

335

1000

4900

[A]

([Fine])

When giving priority to the picture quality

[›] ([Standard])

When using the standard picture quality and increasing the number 
of pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels

Recording location 
(recommended)

When it is light (outdoors)

When it is dark

Shutter speed

Slow

Fast

Noise

Less

Increased

Jitter of the subject

Increased

Less

Stamp the year, month, and day.

Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes.

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