Panasonic DMCXS3EB Operating Guide
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.)
for selection depending on the Recording Mode.)
∫ [Picture Size]
A picture taken with the camera is saved as picture data of up to approximately
14 million pixels.
The smaller the number of pixels is, the greater the number of recordable pictures will be.
14 million pixels.
The smaller the number of pixels is, the greater the number of recordable pictures will be.
∫ [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.
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.
This unit can record motion pictures in MP4 format.
∫ About the recording quality setting
The recording quality for motion pictures can be changed in [Rec Quality] of the
[Motion Picture] menu.
[Motion Picture] menu.
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When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] is fixed to [VGA/25p].
∫ Best Recording Mode for your situation
Using the Zoom
To make subjects appear further away use (Wide):
Press [W] of the zoom button.
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele):
Press [T] of the zoom button.
Press [W] of the zoom button.
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele):
Press [T] of the zoom button.
Optical Zoom
Zooms in without deteriorating the image quality.
Maximum magnification: 5k
Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)
This function works when any of the picture sizes indicated with
Zooms in without deteriorating the image quality.
Maximum magnification: 5k
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: 10.5k
(This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs
depending on [Picture Size] setting.)
Intelligent Zoom
This function works when [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu is set to [i.ZOOM]. 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.
the image quality.
Maximum magnification: 10.5k
(This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs
depending on [Picture Size] setting.)
Intelligent Zoom
This function works when [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu is set to [i.ZOOM]. 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.
Changing Functions and Settings
3(È)
The exposure compensation or Auto Bracket setting screen is displayed.
4(DISP.)
Each time this is pressed, the display on the LCD monitor is switched.
•
The guideline is used for balancing the composition. (This is not displayed
during playback)
during playback)
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.
This operation is also available during playback.
Menus convenient for taking pictures
Save location
14M(4:3)
5M(4:3)
0.3M(4:3)
Built-in Memory (
Approx.
200 MB)
36
71
1100
Card (
2 GB)
330
650
10020
Settings
Description of settings
[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
of pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels
[100]
[3200]
Recording location
(recommended)
(recommended)
When it is light (outdoors)
When it is dark
Shutter speed
Slow
Fast
Noise
Less
Increased
Jitter of the subject
Increased
Less
Settings
Description of settings
[W/O TIME]
Stamp the year, month, and day.
[WITH TIME]
Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes.
[OFF]
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5
25p
R
1m10s
25p
Recordable
pictures
pictures
Recordable
time
time
Guideline
Recording Motion Pictures
Settings
Size
Frame rate
Bit rate
Aspect ratio
[FHD/25p]
1920k1080
25p
20 Mbps
16:9
[HD/25p]
1280k720
10 Mbps
[VGA/25p]
640k480
4 Mbps
4:3
∫ Indication of the icon
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The maximum continuous recording time of a
single motion picture varies depending on
[Rec Quality].
A file of up to 4 GB in size can be recorded.
single motion picture varies depending on
[Rec Quality].
A file of up to 4 GB in size can be recorded.
Recording quality setting
Time
[FHD/25p]
Up to 20 minutes
[HD/25p]/[VGA/25p]
Up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds
∫ About the zoom
The optical zoom magnification cannot be changed after starting to record motion
pictures, but setting [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu to [i.ZOOM] will enable you to
zoom in up to twice the original zoom magnification. In addition, setting
[Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON] will enable you to zoom in up to four times
the original zoom magnification.
pictures, but setting [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu to [i.ZOOM] will enable you to
zoom in up to twice the original zoom magnification. In addition, setting
[Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON] will enable you to zoom in up to four times
the original zoom magnification.
•
Depending on the zoom factor, the area displayed at the start of motion picture
recording may differ from the one displayed before the recording.
recording may differ from the one displayed before the recording.
Tips for Mastering the Use of the Camera
When you ask someone to take a picture at a travel destination
> Intelligent Auto Mode
When you want to take a zoomed-in picture of flowers
> Intelligent Auto Mode
When you want to take a clear picture of street decoration lights
> Intelligent Auto Mode
[Night Scenery]/[Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Mode)
When you want to take a picture of the starry sky
> [Starry Sky] (Scene Mode)
•
Use a tripod to take the picture.
•
Taking the picture by setting the Self-Timer will reduce camera shake.
When you want to take a picture of people outside
> Intelligent Auto Mode
[Portrait]/[Soft Skin] (Scene Mode)
When you want to take a picture of people indoors
> Intelligent Auto Mode
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Use this mode with the flash.
Playback
3
s
3
s
3
s
R
1
m
07
s
R
1
m
07
s
R
1
m
07
s
[MODE] button
Cursor buttons
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Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording
Mode, and then press [MENU/SET].
Mode, and then press [MENU/SET].
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You can record motion pictures fitting each
Recording Mode.
(Motion pictures cannot be recorded in
Panorama Shot Mode.)
Recording Mode.
(Motion pictures cannot be recorded in
Panorama Shot Mode.)
Motion picture button
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The recording state indicator (red) will flash while recording motion pictures.
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Still pictures can be taken during motion picture recording by pressing the
shutter button. (Simultaneous recording)
shutter button. (Simultaneous recording)
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Simultaneous recording is not possible when [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA/25p].
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Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.
VGA 25
p
Format
Size
Frame rate
100-0001
100-0001
100-0001
1/5
1/5
1/5
[(] (Playback) button
•
Use this to play back pictures.
Cursor buttons
•
2/1: to select the picture
[
] (Delete/Cancel) button
•
[
]: to delete the displayed picture
The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking
pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have
more fun with the camera and use it more easily.
pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have
more fun with the camera and use it more easily.
∫ Setting menu items
Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [Ø] ([1-Area]) to [š] ([Face
Detection])
Detection])
1
Press [MENU/SET].
2
Press 2/1 to select menu and then press [MENU/SET].
∫ Close the menu
Press [
] repeatedly until the screen returns to the
recording/playback screen or press the shutter button
half-way.
half-way.
•
There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings
being used on the camera due to the specifications.
being used on the camera due to the specifications.
∫ Transferring images to a PC
1
Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied).
2
Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET].
3
Drag and drop files and folders in the camera to the PC.
•
When the image transfer is complete, disconnect the USB connection cable safely.
∫ Playback and editing on a PC
Software for image playback or editing is not supplied with this product.
To play back or edit still pictures, use standard software.
To play back motion pictures, use the following software:
QuickTime/iTunes, provided by Apple
(Software supporting MP4 format is required.)
To play back or edit still pictures, use standard software.
To play back motion pictures, use the following software:
QuickTime/iTunes, provided by Apple
(Software supporting MP4 format is required.)
•
If software is not installed on your PC, download it from the website of the software
provider.
provider.
•
For information on how to use software, contact the software provider.
∫ [Online Manual]
For more detail on how to use the camera, refer to “Operating Instructions for
advanced features”.
advanced features”.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Digital Camera: Information for your safety
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Sales and Support Information
Customer Communications Centre
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For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
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For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
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Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays).
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For further support on your product, please visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
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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).
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Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at
www.pas-europe.com.
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Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
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All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.
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It couldn’t be simpler!
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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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microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
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iTunes, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
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This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation.
DynaFont is a registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the
personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in
compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be
implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See
http://www.mpegla.com .
Setting the Menu
Menu
Description of settings
[Rec]
The menu lets you set the Colouring, Sensitivity or Number of
pixels, etc. of pictures you are recording.
pixels, etc. of pictures you are recording.
[Motion Picture]
This menu lets you set the setting for motion pictures such as
recording quality.
recording quality.
[Playback]
This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print
Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.
Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.
[Setup]
This menu lets you perform the clock settings, beep tone
settings and other settings which make it easier for you to
operate the camera.
settings and other settings which make it easier for you to
operate the camera.
3
Press 3/4 to select the menu item and
then press [MENU/SET].
then press [MENU/SET].
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It will switch to the next page when you
reach the bottom.
(It will also switch by pressing the zoom
button)
reach the bottom.
(It will also switch by pressing the zoom
button)
4
Press 3/4 to select the setting and
then press [MENU/SET].
then press [MENU/SET].
•
Depending on the menu item, its setting
may not appear or it may be displayed in a
different way.
may not appear or it may be displayed in a
different way.
Connect the PC
“Operating Instructions for advanced features” can be
downloaded from the website below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/
index.html?model=DMC-XS3&dest=EB
downloaded from the website below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/
index.html?model=DMC-XS3&dest=EB
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Click the desired language.
USB Connection Cable
PC
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
•
This socket is also used when charging the
battery.
battery.
•
Take care not to subject the socket with water
or other liquids.
or other liquids.
Specifications
Power Source:
DC 5 V
Power Consumption: 1.2 W (When recording)
0.8 W (When playing back)
Camera effective pixels 14,100,000 pixels
Image sensor
Image sensor
1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number
15,300,000 pixels, Primary colour filter
Lens
Optical 5k zoom, fl4.3 mm to 21.5 mm (35 mm film camera
equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm)/F2.8 (Wide) to F6.9 (Tele)
Image stabiliser
Optical method
Focus range
Normal/
Intelligent auto/
Motion picture
5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/
1 m (3.3 feet) (Tele) to ¶
1 m (3.3 feet) (Tele) to ¶
Scene Mode
There may be differences in the above settings.
Shutter system
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter
Shutter speed
8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second
[Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds
[Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds
Exposure (AE)
Auto (Programme AE)
Metering mode
Multiple
LCD monitor
2.7q TFT LCD (4:3)
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Microphone
Monaural
Speaker
Monaural
Minimum
Illumination
Illumination
Approx. 7 lx (when i-low light is used, the shutter speed
is 1/25th of a second)
is 1/25th of a second)
Recording media
Built-in Memory (Approx. 200 MB)/microSD Memory
Card/microSDHC Memory Card
Card/microSDHC Memory Card
Recording file format
Still Picture
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding
Motion pictures
MP4
Audio compression
format
AAC
Interface
Digital
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)
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Data from the PC can not be written to the camera using
the USB connection cable.
Analogue video
NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu)
Audio
Audio line output (monaural)
Terminal
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]
Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions
(excluding the
projecting parts)
Approx. 92.2 mm (W)k54.4 mm (H)k18.5 mm (D)
[3.63q(W)k2.14q(H)k0.73q(D)]
Mass
Approx. 103 g/0.23 lb (with card and battery)
Approx. 89 g/0.21 lb (excluding card and battery)
Approx. 89 g/0.21 lb (excluding card and battery)
Operating
temperature
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)
Operating humidity
10%RH to 80%RH
Input:
110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output:
5 V, 800 mA
Voltage/capacity:
3.6 V/690 mAh
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