Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 Owner's Manual

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Contents

- 23 -BasicRecording Mode:Taking pictures using the automatic function(Intelligent Auto Mode)The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recordingconditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave thesettings to the camera and take pictures easily.• The following functions are activated automatically.– Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto WhiteBalance/Face Detection/[i.Exposure]/[i.Resolution]/[i.ZOOM]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[Red-Eye Removal]/[Stabilizer]/[Continuous AF]Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!],and then press [MODE].Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Intelligent Auto],and then press [MENU/SET].Press the shutter button halfway to focus.• The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the subjectis focused.• The AF area 2 is displayed around the subject’s faceby the Face Detection function. In other cases, it isdisplayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.• The minimal distance (how close you can be to thesubject) will change depending on the zoom factor.Please check with the recordable range display onthe screen. (P27)• You can set the AF tracking by pressing 3. For details,refer to P69. (AF tracking is canceled by pressing 3again)Press the shutter button fully (push it infurther), and take the picture.12