Panasonic DMC-LZ40 Basic Operating Instructions Download Page 1

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Basic Operating

Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. 

DMC-LZ40

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

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating 
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”. To read it, 
download it from the website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=
DMC-LZ40&dest=EB

Click the desired language.

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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

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

EU

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://panasonic.net 

 Panasonic Corporation 2014

Manufactured by: 

Panasonic Corporation  

 

Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Importer for Europe:  Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
 

Panasonic Testing Centre

 

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany 

 

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

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.

Information for Your Safety

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

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.

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).

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

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

Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCM13E).

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.

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.

Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet.

Do not press the monitor with excessive force.

Do not press the lens with excessive force.

Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.

Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of 
time.

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the 
camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.

Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may 
cause it to malfunction.

Always use the supplied cords and cables.

Do not extend the cords or the cables.

During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this 
unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). 
Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.

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.

The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

Charge the battery only when it is inserted in the camera.

Do not remove or damage the external label on the battery.

The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too high or too 
low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.

The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug 
or near the batteries.

Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15

o

C to 25

o

C (59 

o

F to 77 

o

F), 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.

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

x

C or 

incinerate.

Cautions for Use

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)”.

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.)

Sales and Support Information

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.

Attaching the Lens Cap

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Accessories

Battery Pack

 (DMW-BCM13E)

Lens Cap/Lens Cap String

 (VYQ8537)

USB Connection Cable

 (K1HY08YY0037)

AC Adaptor

 (VSK0775)

Shoulder Strap

 (VFC4903)

Optional Accessories

Battery Pack:

DMW-BCM13

USB Connection Cable:

DMW-USBC1

AV Cable:

DMW-AVC1

Names of Main Parts

1

Motion picture button

2

Shutter button

3

Zoom lever

4

Self-timer indicator/
AF Assist Lamp

5

Lens

6

Flash

7

Lens barrel

8

Microphone

9

[

] (Flash open) button

:

Speaker

;

Shoulder strap eyelet

<

Camera [ON/OFF] button

=

Mode dial

>

Monitor

?

[DISP.] button

@

[EXPOSURE] button

A

[

(

] (Playback) button

B

Charging lamp

C

[Q.MENU] button/
[

] (Delete/Cancel) button

D

Cursor buttons

3

(

È

)/

4

(

#

)/

2

(

ë

)/

1

(

)

E

[MENU/SET] button

F

Tripod mount

G

Card/Battery door

H

Release lever

I

[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket



When charging is complete, the charging lamp will go off - then you may disconnect 
the camera from the power outlet or computer.

List of Recording Modes

Preparations

SD Memory Card (optional)

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)

Charging time

Approx. 210 min

Tips for taking good pictures

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 

A

, microphone 

B

speaker or lens etc.

C

 

Tripod mount

A tripod with a screw length of 
5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more may 
damage this unit if attached.

Selecting the Recording Mode

Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial.

Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired 
mode.

¦

Intelligent Auto Mode

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

Programme AE Mode

The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

Manual Exposure Mode

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

Panorama Shot Mode

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].

Û

Scene Mode

This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
This mode allows you to select any of the 13 scenes including [Sports], [Food], and 
[Starry Sky].

Scenery Mode

This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape.

Portrait Mode

When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to 
improve the appearance and make their skin tones look healthier.

Creative Control Mode

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].

To power 
outlet

Battery Pack

AC Adaptor

Charging lamp

USB 
Connection 
Cable

VQT5G04-1

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EB

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2014/2/7

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