This is a compilation of tips, tricks and recommended settings for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, and is based on various discussions in forums and other FZ18 sites.

How to correct for cyan skies in post processing – Ehrik suggests this quick fix in Photoshop, using selective color.

How not to blow out the skies – Blake shares an exposure (expose for the highlights plus +1/3 EV compensation) plus post processing tip that will help avoid (or at least minimize) the occurrence of blown highlights in the sky or clouds. Embedding a very nice sample photo in the post helps a lot too. Settings for that shot are: +1 Sharpen, -2 NR (noise reduction). Additionally, Ming Thein suggests it’s better to use the spot metering exposure mode as it’s often difficult to predict what the camera decides in matrix metering mode. Here’s more reading to do for those who are new to the technique of exposing for the highlights using the spot metering.

Triggering a slave flash – Ming Thein explains the required flash settings on the FZ18 in order to trigger a slave (remote) flash (a Nikon SB-800 in this case) wirelessly. This is needed since there is no PC flash connection feature on the FZ18. Another post goes into detail about using the guide number of the SB-800 flash and the relevant settings.

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