Top 20 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX8 Digital Camera Questions & Answers

This camera cannot be upgraded to read SDHC cards. The maximum is 2Gb Secure Digital.

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Well, what language do you have it in now? The option should be in the settings of the device. Do you have a user manual in your language, or any for that matter? If not, you can check out the manual here: Panasonic DMC FX8 manual

Photo transfer from the camera to a computer is usually done with a USB cable. For detailed instructions on how to transfer the pictures, check out the user manual: Panasonic DMC FX8 manual

The camera is trying to focus, but can't. If you're trying to shoot something very close you may need to back away from the object. Try focusing on something in the distance to see if you can get the camera to focus and shoot.

Try taking out the battery, then putting it back in. Also consider using a replacement battery to see if that's the issue. Your problem might be addressed in the user manual for the device: Panasonic DMC FX8 manual

Try NOT connecting your camera to your computer.The best way to download pictures from your camera to your computer involves removing the memory card from the camera and plugging it into a card reader (either built-in to the computer or connected via USB or FireWire). This is likely to be faster than connecting the camera to the computer, and won't run down your camera's batteries.Once the card is plugged in, it will appear to your computer as a removable drive. You can use the operating system's drag&drop facility to copy pictures from the card to the computer's hard drive, the same way you copy any other files. Or you can use any photo cataloging program such as Picasa.

You can't. The camera does not include any battery charging circuitry. You must use the supplied battery charger (or a third-party compatible).

The Panasonic website doesn't have drivers for this camera listed. Check the link here: http://panasonic.com.au/Support/Customer+support/Downloads+and+documentationMost likely this camera is plug'n'play and doesn't require specific drivers.

The best way to download pictures from your camera to your computer involves removing the memory card from the camera and plugging it into a card reader (either built-in to the computer or connected via USB or FireWire). This is likely to be faster than connecting the camera to the computer, and won't run down your camera's batteries.

Once the card is plugged in, it will appear to your computer as a removable drive. You can use the operating system's drag&drop facility to copy pictures from the card to the computer's hard drive, the same way you copy any other files. Or you can use any photo cataloging program, such as iPhoto and Windows Photo Gallery.

You're looking at approximately $30 for a replacement screen

http://www.rongdepot.com/products/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC%252dFX8-Digital-Camera-Replacement-LCD-Display-Monitor-Screen.html

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Format your card ..download this manual ->
http://upload.cyfrowe.pl/cyfrowe/instrukcje/aparaty/panasonic/instrukcja_panasonic_dmcfx8_eng.pdf
Go to page #82-83 and follow the instructions provided.

No. The camera works with SD cards up to 2GB in size.

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The most common reason for your problem is that something is stuck in your lens (like a grain of sand). Try spraying a compressed air into the lens or tap the lens repeatedly while your camera is facing downwards.

The back light of lcd may be faulty or weak.If you can turn up the brightness do so in setup.

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The FORCED OFF mode is the setting where flash is not activated in any recording condition. this mode used when taking pictures in places where the use of the flash is not permitted.

There are other 5 different mode/setting in using photo flash.

1. AUTO - flash automatically activated according to the recording condition.

2. AUTO/Red-eye reduction - flash is automatically activated according to the recording condition. It reduces the red-eye phenomenon by triggering the flash before actually recording the picture. After that, the flash is activated for actual recording again.

3. FORCED ON - use the when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.

4. FORCED ON/Red-eye reduction - use this when you set the camera to PARTY MODE

5. Slow sync./Red-eye reduction - use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark background.

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This is a suggestion. If you do not feel comfortable trying it, you will need to take the unit to your nearest service centre. Feel free to let me know if you need any assistance.

The problem might be that the lens has become stuck in the barrel. There are some DIY solutions you could try, but the probability is that you will have to get it fixed by a professional.

Use these at own risk as it may further damage the camera.

Firstly , try connecting your ac adapter or usb cable.

Try holding the shutter button while switching on the camera.

Look at the lens , and if some of the lens 'circles' is misaligned or not concentric then try wiggling it (while holding camera lens down).

Try gently pushing or pulling the lens when it extends but this is risky as it may cause the lens barrel to slip out of its guidance system.

Another way to do this is to place the camera lens down on a hard surface and then power it up. Be sure to use a soft cloth or something similar as to not scratch your lens or casing. Let the lens push the camera up and down a few times and sometimes the little resistance provided by the camera is enough to get things going again.

Try hitting your camera near the lens on the body with the soft tissue on the palm of your hand.

Other than that , I would take the camera to a repair centre for a evaluation to see if it would cost more to repair than to replace the camera.

If it is still under warranty I would suggest you take it in before trying any of these steps and remove any off-brand batteries or accessories as some stores are really fussy about warranty repairs on camera's with non-brand accessories.

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