Page 1 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-GH3 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register VQT4M60 (U.S. customers only) F1012MC0...
Page 2: Finding The Information You Need
Finding the information you need In this “Owner’s Manual for advanced features”, you can find the information you need from the following pages. By clicking a page number, you can jump to the linked page and quickly find the information. Search from Contents “...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Finding the information you need...............2 Before Use Care of the camera ....................9 Standard Accessories ..................10 Names and Functions of Components .............11 About the Lens ....................19 Preparation Changing the Lens .....................20 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................22 Charging the Battery ..................24 •...
Page 4 • Playing Back Motion Pictures ..............78 • Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture..........79 • Playing Back Group Pictures ...............79 • Changing the information displayed on the playback screen.......81 Deleting Pictures ....................82 Recording Selecting the Recording Mode ................84 Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) ....85 Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed ......87 •...
Page 5 • [Impressive Art] ..................104 • [High Dynamic]...................105 • [Cross Process]..................105 • [Toy Effect] ....................105 • [Miniature Effect] ..................106 • [Soft Focus]....................107 • [Star Filter]....................107 • [One Point Color] ..................108 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)..................109 • Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) ....112 •...
Page 6 • [Self Timer]....................162 • [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) ..........163 • [i.Resolution] ....................163 • [HDR] ......................164 • [Multi Exp.] ....................165 • [Time Lapse Shot] ..................166 • [Electronic Shutter]..................167 • [Shutter Delay] ...................168 • [Flash] ......................168 • [Red-Eye Removal]..................168 • [ISO Increments] ..................169 •...
Page 7 • [Mic Level Disp.]..................190 • [Mic Level Adj.]...................190 • [Special Mic.]....................190 • [Headphone Sound] ...................191 • [Wind Cut] ....................191 Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu................192 • [2D/3D Settings]..................192 • [Slide Show] ....................192 • [Playback Mode] ..................194 • [Location Logging]..................195 • [Title Edit] ....................196 •...
Page 8 [Send Images Stored in the Camera]..............231 • When sending images to smartphone/tablet..........231 • When sending images to PC ..............233 • When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ........234 • When sending images to WEB Service .............235 • When sending images to AV device ............237 •...
Page 9: Before Use
– Use a Panasonic interchangeable lens that supports the dust- and splash-proof design. When you are using an interchangeable lens that does not support the dust-splash proofing or are using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional), the dust-splash proofing of this unit is disabled.
Page 10: Standard Accessories
Description in this Owner’s Manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035). • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
Page 11: Names And Functions Of Components
(P42) 25 [MENU/SET] button (P18, 26 Control dial (P18)/Cursor buttons (P18) 27 [DISP.] button (P72, ¢ If you lost the flash synchro socket cap (VKF5108) or eye cup (VYK6B43), please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic.
Page 12 Before Use 28 Drive mode dial 30 31 Single (P68): Burst (P153): Auto Bracket (P155): Self-timer (P157): 29 Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P265) 30 Mode dial (P84) 31 [Wi-Fi] button (P211)/[Fn1] button (P42) 32 Front dial (P17) 39 40 41 33 [ ](White Balance) button (P136)
Page 13 53 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. (P269) ¢ If you lost the terminal cover (VKF5104), please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic.
Page 14 Before Use Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below. 1 Open the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its original position. •...
Page 15 Before Use Touch screen Touch panel of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. Touch ∫ To touch and release the touch screen. Use for selecting items or icons. • When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to touch the center of the desired icon.
Page 16 Before Use • Touch the panel with the clean and dry finger. • The touch panel may not function normally in the following cases. – When touched by a gloved hand – When touched by a wet hand (water or hand cream, etc.) –...
Page 17 Before Use Rear Dial/Front Dial Allows you to set the aperture, shutter speed, and other settings when in modes. Rear Dial Front dial Mode dial (P85) Program Shift Program Shift (P87) Aperture value Aperture value (P88) Shutter speed Shutter speed (P89) Shutter speed Aperture value...
Page 18 Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. • This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as 3/4/2/1. Even when the camera is operated using the touch screen, it is possible to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed.
Page 19: About The Lens
For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.
Page 20: Preparation
Preparation Changing the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P302, P303 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Attaching the lens Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
Page 21 Preparation Detaching the lens Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button B, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside.
Page 22: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Preparation Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Page 23 Preparation • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. – Do not wrap the strap around your neck. – It may result in injury or accident. • Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it. – It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.
Page 24: Charging The Battery
To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
Page 25 Preparation About the [CHARGE] indicator ∫ The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) •...
Page 26: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures
• monitor/viewfinder Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (4 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image Stabilizer function, set the Optical Image Stabilizer to [ •...
Page 27 Preparation Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor) ∫ – [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/60i]) When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used Recordable time Approx. 240 min Actual recordable time Approx. 120 min When the interchangeable lens (H-VS014140) is used Recordable time Approx.
Page 28 Preparation – [MOV] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/60p]) When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used Recordable time Approx. 220 min Actual recordable time Approx. 110 min When the interchangeable lens (H-VS014140) is used Recordable time Approx. 200 min Actual recordable time Approx.
Page 29: Inserting/Removing The Battery
Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Being careful about the battery...
Page 30: Inserting/Removing The Card (Optional)
Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional) • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card door to open it. Push it securely all the way until you hear a “click” while being careful about the direction in which you insert it.
Page 31: About The Card
(8 MB to 2 GB) • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDHC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (4 GB to 32 GB) • This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
Page 32: Formatting The Card (Initialisation)
Preparation Access to the card The access indication displays red when pictures are being recorded on the card. • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
Page 33: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time
Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording ∫ time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [Remaining Disp.] (P59) in the [Custom] menu.
Page 34 Preparation Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) ∫ • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] 2 GB 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB [FHD/60p] 8m00s 36m00s 2h31m 5h6m [FHD/60i] 13m00s 1h00m...
Page 35: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Touch [Language Set].
Page 36: Changing The Clock Setting
Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Setup] menu. (P37) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.) •...
Page 37: Setting The Menu
Preparation Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items •...
Page 38 Preparation Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press 1. • You can also select the menu item by rotating the rear dial or control dial. • You can also move to the next screen by pressing [DISP.]. Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the setting and press [MENU/SET].
Page 39: Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)
Preparation Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. [Q.MENU]/[Fn2] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] or as [Fn2] (function 2).
Page 40 Preparation • You can also set items by pressing the cursor buttons 3/4/2/1. On-monitor recording information in [ ] (Monitor style) (P72) AUTO Select the item by pressing the [Q.MENU] button and rotating the control dial, and then select the setting by rotating the front /rear dial. Wi-Fi •...
Page 41: Change The Quick Menu To Your Preferred Item
Preparation Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item When [Q.MENU] (P59) in the [Custom] menu is set to [CUSTOM], the Quick Menu can be changed as desired. Up to 15 items can be set to the Quick Menu. Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 42: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To The Buttons (Function Buttons)
Preparation Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons and icons. To use those functions, press [Fn1], [Fn2], [Fn3], [Fn4] or [Fn5] or touch [Fn6] or [Fn7]. Select the function buttons you want to assign the function from the [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] menu.
Page 43 Preparation Press 3/4 to select the function you want to assign and then press [MENU/SET]. • Assign your favorite functions to each of the function buttons. [Rec] menu/Recording functions • • [Wi-Fi] (P207): [Fn1] ¢ [Picture Size] (P160) • • [Q.MENU] (P39): [Fn2] ¢...
Page 44 Preparation • Some functions cannot be used depending on the mode or displayed screen. • When [One Push AE] is assigned, the Exposure meter is displayed. The aperture and the shutter speed are adjusted automatically to suitable levels when the Exposure setting is too dark or too bright.
Page 45: Configuring Basic Settings Of This Unit (Setup Menu)
Preparation Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. [Clock Set] and [Economy] are important items. Check their settings before using them. [Clock Set] — • Refer to for details.
Page 46 Preparation Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P197).
Page 47 Preparation Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. [Speaker Volume] • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Adjust the volume of when connected headphone (optional) from [Headphone Volume] 16 levels.
Page 48 Preparation You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the monitor/viewfinder automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
Page 49 Preparation This sets how the unit connects to a television etc. [TV Aspect]: Set to match the type of TV. W [16:9]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. X [4:3]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected. [HDMI Mode]: Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high-definition TV connected with this unit using...
Page 50 Preparation • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], match with the image format your TV can display, and select the number of effective scanning lines.
Page 51 Preparation Stores the location of the last-used menu item for each menu. [Menu Resume] [ON]/[OFF] Set the background color for the menu screen. [Menu Background] • You can select the background color from four colors. Explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen.
Page 52 If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • If the card cannot be formatted, consult Panasonic. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call:...
Page 53: Setting Your Preferred Operation Methods ([Custom] Menu)
Preparation Setting your preferred operation methods ([Custom] Menu) For details on how to select the [Custom] menu settings, refer to P37. [Cust.Set Mem.] • Refer to P115 for details. [AE LOCK]/[AF LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK]/[AF-ON] [AF/AE Lock] • Refer to P151 for details. This will set the operation of [AF/AE LOCK] button when taking a picture with fixed focus or exposure.
Page 54 Preparation The [AFS/AFF] of the focus mode lever (P142) can be used for either [AFS] or [AFF]. [AFS/AFF] [AFS]/[AFF] As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed.
Page 55 Preparation AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (Larger AF area is displayed [AF Assist Lamp] depending on the recording conditions.) [ON]/[OFF] •...
Page 56 Preparation It is possible to adjust focus manually after it was adjusted automatically. [ON]: When AF Lock is ON (press the shutter button halfway with the [Focus Mode] set to [AFS] or set AF Lock [AF+MF] using [AF/AE Lock]), you can make fine adjustments to the focus manually.
Page 57 Preparation This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [ON]: You can set the position by pressing 3/ 4/2/1. • Direct touch operation is also possible from the recording screen. [Histogram] [OFF] A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
Page 58 Preparation When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. [Highlight] This does not affect the recorded image. [ON]/[OFF] • If there are any white saturated areas, we recommend [ON] [OFF] compensating the exposure towards negative...
Page 59 Preparation Display the recording information screen. (P72) [Monitor Info. Disp.] [ON]/[OFF] This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording and still picture recording. [Rec Area] [!] (Picture)/[ ] (Motion picture) • The recording area indicated is a guide line. This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time.
Page 60 Preparation Changes the operation methods of the front dial and rear dial. (P17) [Assign Dial (F/SS)]: Assigns the operations of the aperture value and shutter speed in Manual Exposure Mode. SS]: Assigns the aperture value to the front dial, and the shutter speed to the rear dial.
Page 61 Preparation This may only be selected when using a lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). – The interchangeable lenses (H-HS12035, H-VS014140) are not compatible with power zoom. (For compatible lenses, please refer to our website.) [Disp Focal Length]: When you zoom, the focal distance is displayed and you can confirm the zoom position.
Page 62 Preparation It will switch automatically to viewfinder display when an eye or object gets near the viewfinder using an eye sensor. It will return to monitor display when it goes away. [Sensitivity]: This will set the sensitivity of the eye sensor. [Eye Sensor] [HIGH]/[LOW] [LVF/Monitor Auto]:...
Page 63 Preparation Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to [ON]: Displays the selection screen for the Scene Guide or [Menu Guide] the Creative Control Mode. [OFF]: Displays the recording screen of the Scene Guide or the Creative Control Mode.
Page 64: Entering Text
Preparation Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. –...
Page 65: Basic
Basic 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. • Do not cover the flash, the AF assist lamp A or the microphone B (P12) with your fingers or other objects.
Page 66: Using The Viewfinder
Basic Using the Viewfinder Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder About the eye sensor automatic switching ∫ When [LVF/Monitor Auto] of [Eye Sensor] (P62) the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and your eye or an object is brought close to the viewfinder, the display automatically switches to the viewfinder display.
Page 67: About The Eye Sensor Af
Basic About the Eye Sensor AF If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], the camera automatically adjusts the focus as the eye sensor is activated. • Beep sounds are not emitted when the focus is achieved in [Eye Sensor AF]. •...
Page 68: Taking A Still Picture
Basic Taking a Still picture • single) Set the drive mode dial to [ Select the Recording Mode. (P84) Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) •...
Page 69 Basic • If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust the focus. • The focus range is different depending on the lens used. – When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used: 0.25 m (0.82 feet) to ¶...
Page 70: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Shutter Function
Basic Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject you want as your point of focus, the camera will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ ]. Touch [ • Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
Page 71: Recording Motion Picture
Basic Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4, MOV. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time •...
Page 72: Switching The Information Displayed On The Recording Screen
Basic Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Press [DISP.] to change. • You can select between [ ] (monitor style) and [ (viewfinder style) for each of the monitor and the viewfinder display screen using [Monitor Disp. Style] and [LVF Disp.Style] in the [Custom] menu.
Page 73 Basic ] viewfinder style) • Screen will switch as follows: (Example of display on viewfinder) G With information (detailed information) ¢1 H With information I With information (detailed information tilt sensor display) ¢1 J With information (tilt sensor display) ¢1 Histograms are displayed when the [Histogram] of the [Custom] menu is set to [ON]. It is also possible to display the Exposure meter by setting the [Expo.Meter] of the [Custom] menu to [ON].
Page 74 Basic About the tilt sensor display ∫ With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc. Press [DISP.] to display the tilt sensor. Check the tilt of the camera. A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical direction: Correcting downward tilt •...
Page 75: Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures
Basic Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2 or 1. 1/98 1/98 1/98 1/98 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession.
Page 76 Basic Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates. •...
Page 77 Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. Press [MENU/SET] to display the images that are recorded in selected date.
Page 78: Playing Back Motion Pictures
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4, MOV and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. In Playback Mode, select a picture with the motion picture icon ([ ]), and then press 3 to play back. A Motion picture icon B The motion picture recording time •...
Page 79: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • The same operation can be performed by touching [ • Confirmation screen is displayed.
Page 80 Basic Continuously playing back Group Pictures Select a picture with the group picture icon ([ ], [ ]), and then press 3. ˜ • You can also start playing back by touching [ ] at the center of the screen. Operations during Group Pictures playback ∫...
Page 81: Changing The Information Displayed On The Playback Screen
Basic Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen. • Screen will switch as follows: F2.8 1/98 1/98 F2.8 60 STD. STD. STD. 1/98 100-0001 100-0001 F2.8 A With information ¢1 B Detailed information display ¢2 (P273) C Histogram display...
Page 82: Deleting Pictures
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ •...
Page 83 Basic ¢ To delete multiple pictures (up to 100 ) or all the pictures ¢ Picture groups are treated as a single picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group will be deleted.) In Playback Mode, press [ Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 84: Recording
Recording Selecting the Recording Mode Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A. Program AE Mode (P85) Records at the aperture value and shutter speed set by the camera. Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P87) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
Page 85: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Program Ae Mode)
Recording Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [Rec] menu.
Page 86: Program Shift
Recording Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
Page 87: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed
Recording Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: Aperture-Priority AE Mode Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [ Set the aperture value by rotating the rear dial or the front dial.
Page 88: Shutter-Priority Ae Mode
Recording Shutter-Priority AE Mode When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set the mode dial to [ Set the shutter speed by rotating the rear dial or the front dial.
Page 89: Manual Exposure Mode
Recording Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed, and rotate the front dial to set the aperture value.
Page 90 Recording About [B] (Bulb) ∫ If you set the shutter speed to [B], the shutter stays open while the shutter button is pressed fully (up to approximately 60 minutes). The shutter closes if you release the shutter button. Use this when you want to keep the shutter open for a long time to take pictures of fireworks, a night scene etc.
Page 91: Confirm The Effects Of Aperture And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)
Recording Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set.
Page 92: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode: If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
Page 93: [Clear Portrait]
Recording For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P92. [Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a clear portrait. • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject.
Page 94: [Clear In Backlight]
Recording [Clear in Backlight] Outdoors, the flash will be used to more evenly illuminate the subject’s face. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ‰ ].) • White saturation can occur if the subject is too close. • Flash pictures taken closer or beyond the flash’s rated distance may appear too bright or too dark.
Page 95: [Distinct Scenery]
Recording [Distinct Scenery] Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery. [Bright Blue Sky] On a sunny day, the overall screen brightness is increased to create a vibrant image of the blue sky. [Romantic Sunset Glow] The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the sky just after sunset.
Page 96: [Glistening Water]
Recording [Glistening Water] The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and slightly bluish. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. • Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on the objects other than water surface.
Page 97: [Warm Glowing Nightscape]
Recording [Warm Glowing Nightscape] The warm color tone creates a warm image of the nightscape. • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •...
Page 98: [Clear Night Portrait]
Recording [Clear Night Portrait] Fill flash and a longer exposure capture better portraits against the nightscape. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. • When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture.
Page 99: [Appetizing Food]
Recording [Appetizing Food] The overall screen brightness is increased to make the food look appealing. • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject.
Page 100: [Freeze Animal Motion]
Recording [Freeze Animal Motion] The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a clear image of the fast moving animal. [Clear Sports Shot] The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at sporting events. [Monochrome] A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment.
Page 101: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)
Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4 to select the image effects (filters).
Page 102: Setting Brightness
Recording Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Press [Fn4]. Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial. • If you press [MENU/SET], you can return to the recording screen.
Page 103: [Expressive]
Recording For details on “Creative Control Mode” settings, refer to P101. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Understated Freshness colors colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Yellow Color emphasized...
Page 104: [Low Key]
Recording [Low Key] This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts. Items that can be set Blue Color emphasized emphasized [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast...
Page 105: [High Dynamic]
Recording [High Dynamic] This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright parts. Items that can be set Freshness Black and white Pop colors [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Green tone/Blue emphasized/Yellow tone/ Color Red tone...
Page 106: [Miniature Effect]
Recording [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Understated Freshness colors colors Setting the type of defocus ∫ With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-focus portions.
Page 107: [Soft Focus]
Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of Weak defocus Strong defocus defocus • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect.
Page 108: [One Point Color]
Recording [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness. Items that can be set Amount of Small amount of color Large amount of color color left Select the color to leave in ∫ Press 3 to display the setting screen. •...
Page 109: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)
Recording Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them.
Page 110: Scene Detection
Recording Scene Detection ∫ When taking pictures [i-Portrait] ¦ [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢1 [i-Night Scenery] ¢2 [i-Baby] [i-Sunset] ¢1 Only when [ ] (AUTO) is selected. ¢2 When [Face Recog.] is set to [ON], [ ] will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected.
Page 111 Recording About the flash ∫ Flash mode is set to [Œ] when the flash is closed, and [ ] (AUTO) when it is open. When the flash is open, the camera automatically sets [ ], [ ] (AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction), [ ], or [ ] to match the type of subject and brightness.
Page 112: Taking A Picture With A Blurred Background (Defocus Control)
Recording Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Press [Fn4]. Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial. Strong defocus Weak defocus • If you press [MENU/SET], you can return to the recording screen. (To end the Defocus Control function, press [Fn4].) When operating the touch screen ∫...
Page 113: Recording Images By Changing The Brightness Or Color Tone (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode)
Recording Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) Recording Mode: This mode enables you to change the brightness and color tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera in Intelligent Auto Mode. Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode.
Page 114 Recording Setting color Press [ Rotate the rear dial to adjust color. • This will adjust the color of the image from a reddish color to a bluish color. • Press [ ] again to return to the recording screen. Change the settings by using the touch panel ∫...
Page 115: Registering Your Preferred Settings (Custom Mode)
Recording Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode) Recording Mode: You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) To allow recording using the same settings, up to 5 sets of current camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.].
Page 116: Recording Using Registered Custom Set
Recording Recording using registered custom set You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ] or [ • If you set the mode dial to [ ], the camera calls a custom setting registered to ], [ ] or [ ].
Page 117: Optical Image Stabilizer
Recording Optical Image Stabilizer Applicable modes: Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. – The interchangeable lens (H-HS12035, H-VS014140) supports the stabilizer function.
Page 118 Recording • It is recommended to disable the Optical Image Stabilizer when using a tripod. [ ] is displayed on the screen at that time. • The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button.
Page 119: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
Recording Taking Pictures with the Zoom Applicable modes: Types of zooms and recording magnification ∫ Extended Tele Feature Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Conversion (EX) When taking still Recording Different depending on pictures: Max. 2k ¢1 When selecting [2k] magnification the lens used. When recording motion When selecting [4k] pictures: 2.4k...
Page 120: Using The Extended Tele Conversion When Taking Pictures
Recording Optical Zoom ∫ You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele) by rotating the zoom ring. Rotate to T side: Enlarges distant subject Rotate to W side: Widens angle of view Using the Extended Tele Conversion when taking pictures Using [Ex.
Page 121 Recording Screen display (When set to [ZOOM]) ∫ A Optical Zoom range (Focal length) ¢ B Extended Tele Conversion range for still picture recording (Zoom magnification) ¢ This zoom slider is displayed when using an interchangeable lens that supports the power zoom.
Page 122: Zooming Using Touch Operations
Recording Zooming using touch operations You can perform zoom operations by touching. (Touch zoom) (Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recoding are operable) • If you are using an interchangeable lens not supporting power zoom (H-HS12035, H-VS014140), you can only operate the Extended Tele Conversion for pictures by setting [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P120) to [ZOOM].
Page 123: Taking Pictures By Using The Flash
Recording Taking pictures by using the flash Applicable modes: Open/Close the built-in flash ∫ Taking a picture using the flash becomes possible by opening the built-in flash. A To open the built-in flash Turn the camera on, and press the flash open button.
Page 124 Recording • When recording with the flash, white saturation can occur if the subject is too close. If [Highlight] of the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], regions of white saturation will blink black and white when you play back or use Auto Review. In this case, we recommend that you adjust [Flash Adjust.] (P133) in the minus direction and record the pictures again.
Page 125: Changing Flash Mode
Recording Changing Flash Mode Applicable modes: Set the built-in flash to match the recording. • Open the flash. Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Flash Mode] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings ([Forced Flash On]) The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording...
Page 126 Recording Available flash settings by Recording Mode ∫ The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Guide Mode) ‰ Œ ¢ ¢ ¢ ¢ Intelligent Auto Mode — — —...
Page 127: Setting To The 2Nd Curtain Synchro
Recording ¢ Cannot be set using the [Rec] menu. [ ] is set when the flash is opened. (P111) • The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. When changing scene using Scene Guide Mode, the Scene Guide Mode flash setting is returned to the default value with each change of scene.
Page 128: Adjust The Flash Output
Recording Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Flash Adjust.] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 129: Changing The Firing Mode (Manual Flash/Wireless Flash)
Recording Changing the firing mode (Manual flash/wireless flash) Applicable modes: You can set a flash type at [Firing Mode] in [Flash]. Item Description of settings The camera automatically sets the flash output. [TTL] Set the luminosity ratio of the flash manually. In [TTL] you can shoot the [MANUAL] photograph you want even when shooting dark scenes that may otherwise be too brightly lit by the flash.
Page 130 Recording Setting the wireless flash (When [WIRELESS] is selected) You can separately control flash-firings of the built-in flash and each flash in three groups by using the flash that supports the wireless control (DMW-FL360L: optional). Preparations: Open the flash of this unit by pressing flash open button. Configure the external flash setting to RC mode, and then place the external flash.
Page 131 Recording [Wireless Setup] • Press the [AF/AE Lock] button to fire a test-flash. A Firing Mode B Flash output C Luminosity ratio Item Description of settings [Firing Mode] [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the output of the built-in flash. [Built-in] ¢...
Page 132 Recording Controllable range of the wireless flash ∫ Place the wireless flash with its wireless sensor facing toward the camera. Estimated controllable range is shown in the following figure. Controllable range differs depending on the surrounding environment. Placement example (23.0 feet) (16.0 feet) •...
Page 133: Compensating The Exposure
Recording Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Press [ Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure. A Exposure Compensation value B Flash Adjust •...
Page 134: Setting The Light Sensitivity
Recording Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: 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. Press [ Rotate the rear dial to select the ISO sensitivity.
Page 135 Recording ISO sensitivity Settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness. AUTO • Maximum [ISO3200] (With the flash on [ISO1600]) ¢1 The ISO sensitivity is adjusted according to the movement of the subject and the brightness. • Maximum [ISO3200] (With the flash on [ISO1600]) ¢1 •...
Page 136: Adjusting The White Balance
Recording Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Page 137 Recording Press [ ] to set. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set. Item Recording conditions [AWB] Automatic adjustment When taking pictures outdoors under a clear sky [Ð] When taking pictures outdoors under a cloudy sky [î] When taking pictures outdoors in the shade [Ñ]...
Page 138 Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance ∫ You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. • If you finely adjust the White Balance to [A] (amber), the White Balance icon on the screen will change to orange.
Page 139 Recording White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colors are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. Press [ Rotate the rear dial or front dial to select the White G G G G G G Balance, and then press 4.
Page 140 Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Press [ Rotate the rear dial or front dial to select [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ], and then press 3.
Page 141: Taking Pictures With Auto Focus
Recording Taking Pictures with Auto Focus Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus to the subject specified on the touch screen. (Set the [Touch AF] of the [Touch Settings] in the [Custom] menu to [ON].) ]/[Fn3] button can be used in two ways, as [ ] (AF...
Page 142: About The Focus Mode (Afs/Aff/Afc)
Recording About the focus mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) The movement of the Item subject and the scene Description of settings (recommended) “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Subject is still Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is ¢ (Scenery, anniversary pressed halfway.
Page 143: Type Of The Auto Focus Mode
Recording Type of the Auto Focus Mode About [ ] ([Face Detection]) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) When the camera detects a person’s face, the AF area is displayed.
Page 144 Recording Setting up [ ] ([AF Tracking]) Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) When operating buttons ∫ Place the subject in the AF tracking frame, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject.
Page 145 Recording About [ ] ([23-Area]) Up to 23 points for each AF area can be focused. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. (AF area frame will be same as image aspect ratio setting) •...
Page 146 Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area • Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function. When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. Select [š] or [Ø] and press 4. •...
Page 147 Recording When selecting [ You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. • The focus position cannot be set at the edge of the screen. Select [ ] and press 4. Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 148: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus
Recording Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. Set the focus mode lever to [MF]. Rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus on the subject.
Page 149 Recording MF ASSIST Displaying the MF Assist ∫ • It is displayed by rotating the focus ring or touching the screen. (In the Creative Control Mode [Miniature Effect], MF Assistance cannot be displayed by touching the screen) • It can also be displayed by pressing [ ] to display the setup screen for the enlarged area, deciding the area to enlarge using the cursor button, and then pressing [MENU/SET].
Page 150 Recording Technique for Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it a little more. 3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in reverse. • If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust the focus.
Page 151: Fixing The Focus And The Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)
Recording Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. Align the screen with the subject.
Page 152 Recording • If you set [AF/AE Lock Hold] in the [Custom] menu to [ON], you can fix the focus and the exposure even if you release [AF/AE LOCK] after pressing it. (P53) (Not available with [AF-ON]) • When AE lock is performed, the brightness of the recording screen that appears on the screen is fixed.
Page 153: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
Recording Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Pictures taken with a burst speed of [SH] will be recorded as a single burst group (P79). Set the drive mode dial to [ Focus on the subject and take a picture.
Page 154 Recording Focusing in Burst Mode ∫ The focus changes depending on the setting for [Focus/Release Priority] (P55) in the [Custom] menu and the Focus Mode setting. Focus/Release Focus Mode Focus Priority [FOCUS] At the first picture [RELEASE] [FOCUS] ¢2 Normal focusing ¢1 AFF/AFC [RELEASE]...
Page 155: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
Recording Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket [Step]: [3•1/3], [Sequence]: [0/s/r] 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV...
Page 156 Recording Changing the settings for [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] and [Sequence] in Auto ∫ Bracket Select [Auto Bracket] in the [Rec] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] or [Sequence] and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Item ] (single)
Page 157: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Recording Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: Set the drive mode dial to [ Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. A When self-timer is set to [ • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus. Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 158: Using The [Rec] Menu
Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P37. • [Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
Page 159 Recording Adjusting the picture quality ∫ • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto ( ) Mode. Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. • In Scene Guide Mode, you cannot select the photo style. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. ±0 ±0 ±0...
Page 160: [Aspect Ratio]
Recording [Aspect Ratio] Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Settings Description of settings [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera [Aspect Ratio] of a high-definition TV, etc.
Page 161: [Quality]
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings File format Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image. JPEG [›] This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels.
Page 162: [Metering Mode]
Recording [Metering Mode] Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Settings Description of settings This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable (Multiple) exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically.
Page 163: [I.dynamic] (Intelligent Dynamic Range Control)
Recording [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] • This feature may be automatically disabled, depending on the lighting conditions.
Page 164: [Hdr]
Recording [HDR] Applicable modes: You can combine 3 pictures with different levels of exposure into a single picture with rich gradation. You can minimize the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large. An image combined by HDR is recorded in JPEG.
Page 165: [Multi Exp.]
Recording [Multi Exp.] Applicable modes: You can shoot up to four exposures per image. Select [Start] and then press [MENU/SET]. Decide on the composition, and take the first picture. • After taking the picture, press the shutter button halfway down to take the next picture.
Page 166: [Time Lapse Shot]
Recording [Time Lapse Shot] Applicable modes: You can set the recording start time, the recording interval and the number of pictures, and automatically record subjects such as animals and plants as time elapses. • Set the date and time settings in advance. (P35) Set the recording time/interval/number of pictures ∫...
Page 167: [Electronic Shutter]
Recording Press 3/4 to select [Start] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press the shutter button fully. • The recording starts automatically. • During recording standby, the power will turn off automatically if no operation is performed for a certain period. The Time Lapse Shot is continued even with the power turned off. When the recording start time arrives, the power turns on automatically.
Page 168: [Shutter Delay]
Recording [Shutter Delay] Applicable modes: To reduce the influence of hand shake or shutter vibration, shutter is released after the specified time has passed. Settings: [8SEC]/[4SEC]/[2SEC]/[1SEC]/[OFF] • [Shutter Delay] is not available in the following cases. – When [Burst Rate] is set to [SH] –...
Page 169: [Iso Increments]
Recording [ISO Increments] Applicable modes: You can adjust the ISO sensitivity settings for every 1/3 EV. Settings Description of settings ¢ ¢ [L.125] /[L.160] /[200]/[250]/[320]/[400]/[500]/[640]/[800]/[1000]/[1250]/[1600]/ ¢ [1/3 EV] [2000]/[2500]/[3200]/[4000]/[5000]/[6400]/[8000]/[10000]/[12800]/[H.16000] ¢ ¢ [H.20000] /[H.25600] ¢ ¢ [1 EV] [L.125] /[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[6400]/[12800]/[H.25600] ¢ Only available when [Extended ISO] is set. •...
Page 170: [Shading Comp.]
Recording [Shading Comp.] Applicable modes: When the screen periphery darkens as a result of the lens characteristics, you can record pictures with the brightness of the screen periphery corrected. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This feature may be automatically disabled, depending on the recording conditions. •...
Page 171: [Color Space]
Recording [Color Space] Applicable modes: Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. Settings Description of settings Color space is set to sRGB color space. [sRGB] This is widely used in computer related equipment. Color space is set to AdobeRGB color space.
Page 172: [Face Recog.]
Recording [Face Recog.] Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF]/[MEMORY] [Face Recog.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.
Page 173 Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person (up to 3 pictures/registration). Point of recording when registering the face images ∫...
Page 174 Recording Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name.
Page 175 Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 176: [Profile Setup]
Recording [Profile Setup] Applicable modes: If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years in the images. You can display these at playback or stamp the recorded images using [Text Stamp] (P197). Settings: [ ] ([Baby1])/[ ] ([Baby2])/[...
Page 177: Motion Picture
Motion Picture Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4, MOV. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.
Page 178 Motion Picture When [AVCHD] is selected Item Size Frame rate Bit rate ¢1 [FHD/60p] 1920k1080 28 Mbps [FHD/60i] 1920k1080 17 Mbps ¢2 [FHD/30p] 1920k1080 24 Mbps [FHD/24p] 1920k1080 24 Mbps ¢1 AVCHD Progressive ¢2 The sensor output is 30 frames/second When [MP4] is selected Item Size...
Page 179 If you want to use another device to play back or edit motion pictures recorded in [MOV], a high-performance PC environment or a PC installed with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” is required. • Please check the following website about the compatible devices for details. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Indication of the icon ∫...
Page 180: How To Set Focus When Recording A Motion Picture (Continuous Af)
Motion Picture How to set focus when recording a motion picture (Continuous AF) Focusing changes depending on the Focus Mode setting and the [Continuous AF] setting in the [Motion Picture] menu. Focus Mode Settings The camera automatically keeps focusing on subjects during AFS/AFF/AFC ¢...
Page 181 Motion Picture • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. •...
Page 182: Recording While Monitoring Camera Images
Motion Picture Recording while monitoring camera images During HDMI output, you can record while monitoring motion pictures on the TV, etc. Refer to P250 on how to connect with TV by using HDMI mini cable (optional). Switching the information displayed ∫...
Page 183: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures
Motion Picture Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Applicable modes: Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • Simultaneous recording indicator A is displayed while recording still pictures.
Page 184: Recording Motion Pictures With Manually Set Aperture Value/Shutter Speed (Creative Video Mode)
Motion Picture Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode) Recording Mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Set the mode dial to [ Select [Exposure Mode] in the [Motion Picture] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [P], [A], [S] or [M], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 185: Motion Pictures In Slow And Fast Motion
Motion Picture Motion pictures in slow and fast motion Change the number of frames recorded and record motion pictures in slow and fast motion. Select [Frame Rate] in the [Motion Picture] menu. (P37) Press 3/4/2/1 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Settings [OFF]...
Page 186: Minimizing Operational Sounds During Motion Picture Recording
Motion Picture Minimizing operational sounds during motion picture recording The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. Using touch icons allows silent operation while recording motion pictures. •...
Page 187: Setting The Recording Method Of Time Code
Motion Picture Setting the recording method of time code Applicable modes: Time code represents the recording time by the units of hour, minute, second and frame, and can be used as a time scale for editing motion pictures. This unit automatically records time code during motion picture recording.
Page 188: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu
Motion Picture Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P37. • [Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
Page 189: [Continuous Af]
Motion Picture [Continuous AF] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to P180 for details. [Time Code] Settings: [Time Code Display] [Count Up]/[Time Code Value]/[Time Code Mode] • Refer to P187 for details. [Rec Highlight] Applicable modes: White saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] •...
Page 190: [Silent Operation]
Motion Picture [Silent Operation] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to P186 for details. [Mic Level Disp.] Applicable modes: Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the screen. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Not available with [Miniature Effect] in Creative Control Mode. [Mic Level Adj.] Applicable modes: Adjust the sound input level to 19 different levels.
Page 191: [Headphone Sound]
Motion Picture [Headphone Sound] Settings: [REAL TIME] [REC SOUND] • Refer to P182 for details. [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: Reduces the wind noise effectively if there is wind noise when recording sound. Settings: [AUTO]/[HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] • Setting [Wind Cut] may alter the usual sound quality. •...
Page 192: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu For details on [Playback] menu settings, refer to P37. With this menu, you can use various playback functions such as cropping and other editing of recorded images, protect settings, etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there is free space before editing the picture.
Page 193 Playback/Editing Operations performed during slide show ∫ Display at the right of the screen while playing back corresponds to 3/4/2/1 on the cursor button. Play/Pause Exit slide show Back to previous picture Ahead to next picture (while pausing/playing back (while pausing/playing back motion pictures/playing back motion pictures/playing back group pictures)
Page 194: [Playback Mode]
Playback/Editing [Playback Mode] Playback in [Normal Play], [Picture Only], [Video Only], [3D Play], [Category Play] or [Favorite Play] can be selected. Select [Playback Mode] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 195: [Location Logging]
Playback/Editing [Location Logging] The location information (longitude/latitude) acquired by the smartphone/tablet can be sent to the camera and written in images. Preparation: Sending location information to the camera from the smartphone/tablet. (P213) Select [Location Logging] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Add Location Data] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 196: [Title Edit]
Playback/Editing [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P197). Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 197: [Text Stamp]
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 198 Playback/Editing Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [Shooting [WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. Date] [OFF] Name registered in [Face Recog.] will be stamped. ([Face Recognition]) [Name]...
Page 199: [Video Divide]
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Dividing a motion picture is permanent. Decide before you divide! Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu.
Page 200: [Resize]
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 201: [Cropping]
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Rear dial (right): Enlargement Rear dial (left): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move...
Page 202: [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]
Playback/Editing [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually) Select [Rotate] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) •...
Page 203: [Favorite]
Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite Play]) •...
Page 204: [Print Set]
DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm When you set [Print Set] for a group pictures, the print setting for the number of prints will be applied to every picture in the group.
Page 205: [Protect]
Playback/Editing • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. • Depending on the printer, the date print settings of the printer may take precedence so check if this is the case. • It may not be possible to use the print settings with other equipment. In this case, cancel all the settings, and reset the settings.
Page 206: [Face Rec Edit]
Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. Select [Face Rec Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 207: Wi-Fi
There is the risk that the camera violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted ∫...
Page 208 Wi-Fi Images that can be sent ∫ Destination Images to [Cloud [AV device] [Smart [Web send [PC] Sync. [Printer] ¢1 phone] service] [Home] [External] Service] JPEG ± ± ± ± ± ± ± RAWiJPEG — — — — — — ±...
Page 209 Wi-Fi • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. • Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. • We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security. •...
Page 210: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function
Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Linking with the Wi-Fi compatible equipment allows you to remotely operate the camera, or share pictures with people in distant places even during recording or playing back. [Remote Shooting] (P211) [Playback on TV] (P220) By linking with the DLNA compatible TV, Linking with a smartphone/tablet enables...
Page 211: [Remote Shooting]
You need to install “LUMIX LINK” on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “LUMIX LINK” The “LUMIX LINK” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/ tablet to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX. For Android...
Page 212 Wi-Fi Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. • When connecting with the setting you used before, you can select the connection destination from [Select a destination from History] (P214) or [Select a destination from Favorite] (P215). Press 3/4 to select [Remote Shooting], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 213: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)
Wi-Fi Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet. • Motion pictures are recorded by timer recording. Set the recording time in advance. • You cannot stop motion picture recording halfway from a smartphone/tablet. To stop the recording, operate the camera.
Page 214: [Select A Destination From History]
Wi-Fi • Read the [Help] in the “LUMIX LINK” menu for further details on how to operate. • To quit [Remote Shooting], press [Wi-Fi]. • Caution: Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the likeness rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function.
Page 215: [Select A Destination From Favorite]
Wi-Fi Registering to favorites If you register a frequently used Wi-Fi connection, you can quickly call it and connect. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [Select a destination from History], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the item you want to register to favorites with 3/4, and then press 1.
Page 216 Wi-Fi Editing the items registered to favorites Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [Select a destination from Favorite], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the favorite item you want to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [Remove from Favorite]...
Page 217: Selecting The Connection Method
Wi-Fi Selecting the connection method • You can select whether to connect via a wireless access point or connect directly. Connecting via a wireless access point Press 3/4 to select connection method, and then press [MENU/SET]. Connection method Description of settings Save push button type wireless access point that is [WPS (Push-Button)] ¢...
Page 218 Wi-Fi If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.
Page 219: Connecting Directly
Wi-Fi • Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when a saving wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point’s radio waves may be too weak. “ ” “ ” Refer to Message Display (P274) Troubleshooting...
Page 220: [Playback On Tv]
Wi-Fi [Playback on TV] Displaying the picture on TV right after taking it/Displaying the picture on TV by playing it back on the camera Preparations: Set the TV to DLNA waiting Mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. Press [Wi-Fi].
Page 221 Wi-Fi • Motion pictures cannot be displayed on a TV. • During the multi/calendar playback, pictures displayed on the screen of this unit are not displayed on TV. • When a TV is connected to this unit, the TV screen may temporarily return to the status before the connection.
Page 222: [Send Images While Recording]
Wi-Fi [Send Images While Recording] A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording of Burst pictures or motion pictures. •...
Page 223 Wi-Fi Selecting the method for connecting to the smartphone/tablet When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point ∫ (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set. Start “LUMIX LINK”...
Page 224 Wi-Fi Changing the settings for sending images Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Auto] ¢1 /[Change] • If you select [Auto], the image size is determined by the [Size] circumstances at the destination.
Page 225: When Sending Images To Pc
Wi-Fi When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (P226) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 226 Wi-Fi To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. When using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...
Page 227: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]
Wi-Fi When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P239) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 228: When Sending Images To Web Service
Wi-Fi When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P239) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or YouTube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously.
Page 229 Check this information before uploading images to WEB services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on WEB services. •...
Page 230: When Sending Images To Av Device
Wi-Fi When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: •...
Page 231: [Send Images Stored In The Camera]
Wi-Fi [Send Images Stored in the Camera] • When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. • Details of the playback menu [Favorite] or [Print Set] settings will not be sent. •...
Page 232 Wi-Fi When you want to directly connect the smartphone/tablet to this unit ∫ • When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] (On the camera) Press 3/4 to select [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET]. • For details on the connection methods, refer to P219. (On your smartphone/tablet) Start “LUMIX LINK”...
Page 233: When Sending Images To Pc
Wi-Fi When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (P226) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 234: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]
Wi-Fi When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P239) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting (P227) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 235: When Sending Images To Web Service
Wi-Fi When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P239) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or YouTube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously.
Page 236 Check this information before uploading images to WEB services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on WEB services. •...
Page 237: When Sending Images To Av Device
Wi-Fi When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: •...
Page 238: When Sending Images To Printer
You can print out recorded pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer. ¢ Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. See the following website for information on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 239: Using "Lumix Club
• You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” login ID for this unit and a smartphone/tablet. (P241) Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu. (P37) Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.
Page 240 Wi-Fi Check the login ID and press [MENU/SET]. • The login ID (12-digit number) will be displayed automatically. When logging in to the “LUMIX CLUB” with a computer, you only need to enter the numbers. • A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Press [MENU/SET].
Page 241 Wi-Fi To set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphone/tablet • Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone/tablet is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or WEB services. When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID: Connect this unit to the smartphone/tablet.
Page 242: Using Web Services
• Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/lumix_faqs/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use, and have the login information available.
Page 243: Configuring The External Av Device Settings
Images can be sent to the AV device of relatives and acquaintances via “LUMIX CLUB”. • See the following site for AV device that is compatible with “LUMIX CLUB”. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparation: Check the address number (16-digit number) and access number (4-digit number) of the destination AV device issued by “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 244: How To Use The [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. (excluding [Network Address]) Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.
Page 245 Wi-Fi To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input screen when the Wi-Fi function is used.
Page 246: Connecting To Other Equipment
Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera.
Page 247: Recording Functions
Connecting to other equipment Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording ∫ When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional), the following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation •...
Page 248 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO], [1080p] or [1080i]. (P49)
Page 249 If your television does not switch to a 3D picture, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.) • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P254, 259)
Page 250: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • Check the [HDMI Mode].
Page 251 Connecting to other equipment Turn on the TV and select the input to match the connector in use. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. • Input of the TV will switch automatically and playback screen is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the [VIERA Link] (P50)
Page 252: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)
VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
Page 253: Automatic Input Switching
Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported on the TV.
Page 254: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc
(Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html PC that can be used ∫...
Page 255: About The Supplied Software
Connecting to other equipment About the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.5 PE (Windows XP/Vista/7) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorize these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used.
Page 256 Connecting to other equipment Installing supplied software ∫ • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.5 PE” – Windows XP (32bit) SP3, Windows Vista (32bit) SP2, Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1 –...
Page 257 • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert. Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 258 Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” ∫ If you are not able to install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”, you can copy files and folders to your PC by dragging and dropping files from this unit. • The content (folder structure) on the card of this unit is as follows. For Windows: A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac:...
Page 259: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On A Recorder
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder If you insert card holding content recorded with this unit into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu-ray Disc or DVD etc. Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format.
Page 260: Printing The Pictures
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert. Press 3/4 to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 261 Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press Pi PictBridge PictBridge [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P262 for the items that can be set before starting to print the pictures. •...
Page 262 Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
Page 263 Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] ∫ Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
Page 264 Connecting to other equipment • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high, the pictures may be printed several times. In this case, the remaining number of prints indicated may differ from the number set.
Page 265: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL360L, DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500: optional), the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’s built in flash. Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL360L: optional) ∫ Preparations: • Close the built-in flash, and then turn this unit off. •...
Page 266 Others When using other commercially available external flashes without ∫ communication functions with the camera (DMC-GH3) • It is necessary to set the exposure on the external flash. If you want to use the external flash in Auto Mode, use an external flash that allows you to set the aperture value and the ISO sensitivity to match the settings on the camera.
Page 267 Others External Microphone (optional) Using the stereo shotgun microphone (DMW-MS2:optional), you can switch between the gun (ultra-directional) recording and the wide range stereo recording. Preparations: • Close the built-in flash, and then turn this unit off. • Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera. (P265) Attach the dedicated stereo shotgun microphone to this unit, and then turn this unit on.
Page 268 [B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera. • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases.
Page 269 PC or printer and use without worrying about the capacity of the battery. To use the AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.
Page 270: Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display
Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. In recording ∫ Recording in Program AE Mode [ On-monitor recording information 4 5 6 9 10 3,33 10 1/60...
Page 271 Others In recording (after settings) ∫ 31 32 34 35 12 12 55 54 53 31 Custom settings (P115) 45 Creative control adjustment ¢3 (P101) 32 Creative control adjustment display 46 Touch tab ( ¢3 (P62, 101) ¢3 (P101) 47 Touch tab ( (P62, 186) 33 Flash (P127, 128,...
Page 272 Others 58 Mic level display (P190) ¢ 1 Displayed only on the on-monitor recording information screen. ¢ (P176) ¢2 Only available when a lens that supports Location ¢ (P46) the Stabilizer function is attached. 59 Name ¢ (P176) ¢3 Only displayed in the monitor. Number of days that have passed since ¢4 It is possible to switch the display between the departure date...
Page 273 Others In playback Detailed information Histogram display ∫ display F2.8 1/98 1/98 1/98 9 pic. 9 pic. 9 pic. STD. STD. STD. F2.8 60 100-0001 1/98 100-0001 21 13 F2.8 F2.8 F2.8 60 60 60 Playback Mode (P194) 14 Age (P176) : Motion picture playback (P78)/ 15 Burst Picture Group Display...
Page 274: Message Display
[Lens not detected. Please turn camera on again.] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic.
Page 275 Others [Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be used] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P31) • SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) • SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) • SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) [Insert SD card again]/[Try another card] •...
Page 276 [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.
Page 277 Others [Upload to the Cloud Folder is available after Cloud Sync settings have been set up on downloadable devices such as PCs or smartphones.] • Devices that download images from a cloud folder are not registered. • Perform Cloud Sync setting. Configure the settings on a PC with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” or on a smartphone/tablet with “LUMIX LINK”.
Page 278: Menu List
Others Menu list Click the followings to jump to the beginning of each menu. [Rec] P278 [Motion Picture] P280 [Custom] P281 [Setup] P283 [Playback] P285 [Rec] This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are recording.
Page 279 Others You can set the recording start time, the recording interval and the number of pictures, and automatically [Time Lapse Shot] P166 record subjects such as animals and plants as time elapses. The electronic shutter can reduce the picture blur. [Electronic Shutter] P167 To reduce the influence of hand shake, shutter is...
Page 280: [Motion Picture]
Others [Motion Picture] This menu lets you set the [Rec Mode], [Rec Quality], and other aspects for motion picture recording. • [Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
Page 281: [Custom]
Others [Custom] Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings. Registers the current camera settings as custom set. [Cust.Set Mem.] P115 Sets the fixed content for focusing and exposure when...
Page 282 Others When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you to check the direction to achieve focus is [MF Guide] P148 displayed. This allows you to set either to display or not display [Histogram] the histogram. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when [Guide Line] taking a picture.
Page 283: [Setup]
Others Enable or disable the eye sensor. You can also set the [Eye Sensor] sensitivity of the eye sensor. Enables/disables the Touch operation. [Touch Settings] This allows you to set the speed of continuously [Touch Scroll] forwarding or rewinding pictures using touch operation. Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is [Menu Guide] set to...
Page 284 Others Suppresses the unit’s power consumption to prevent [Economy] the battery from being run down. When batteries are inserted to both this unit and the battery grip, you can set that which battery should be [Battery Use Priority] P268 used first. Sets the communication method when connecting [USB Mode] using the USB connection cable (supplied).
Page 285: [Playback]
Others [Playback] This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures. [2D/3D Settings] Switches the playback method for 3D images. P192 Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in [Slide Show] P192 order.
Page 286: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P286–300). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P51) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
Page 287 Others The recorded picture is whitish. • Picture might look whitish when lens or image sensor gets dirty with fingerprints or similar. > If the lens is dirty turn the camera off and then gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 288 Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? ([Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) >...
Page 289 Others Bright spot not in subject is recorded. • There may be defective pixels in the image sensor. Perform [Pixel Refresh] (P52). Subject cannot be locked. (AF tracking not possible) • Set the AF area to the distinctive color of the subject if there is a part that is different from the surrounding color.
Page 290 Others Object seems to be warped. • Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor. This is not a malfunction. In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing sounds are recorded.
Page 291 Others Monitor/Viewfinder The Monitor/Viewfinder turns off although the camera is turned on. • If no operations are performed during the set time period, [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] (P48) activated, and the Monitor/Viewfinder turns off. • When an object or your hand is positioned near the eye sensor, the Monitor display may switch to the Viewfinder display.
Page 292 Others Noise appears on the monitor. • In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the monitor. Monitor/viewfinder appears to be colored when you see it from an angle. • This is a characteristic of this unit’s monitor, and this is not a malfunction. The color tone of the viewfinder differs from the actual tone.
Page 293 Others Playback sound or operation sound is too low. • Is something covering up the speaker? (P11) Images with different date as recorded date are played back in the Calendar Playback. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P35) •...
Page 294 Others About the Wi-Fi function It cannot connect to the wireless LAN. Radio waves get disconnected. • Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. • Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point.
Page 295 I have forgotten the login ID or password for the “LUMIX CLUB”. • Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ I do not have a wireless access point at my home, but I would like to perform service user registration of the “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 296 Others The image that was supposed to have uploaded to the WEB service is not there. • Upload may not complete when it is disconnected while transmitting the image. • It may take some time after uploading the image to be reflected in the WEB service depending on the status of the server.
Page 297 Others Transmission of the image fails midway. • Is the size of the image too large? > Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide] (P199). > Reduce the image size at [Size] (P224), and then send. > Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red. Motion picture cannot be transmitted.
Page 298 The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) > Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html > A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not format.
Page 299 Others The ends of the pictures are cut at printing. > When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) > When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the 16:9 pictures can be printed.
Page 300 Others The camera becomes warm. • The surface of the camera and the reverse side of the monitor may become warm during use. This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. >...
Page 301: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera 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.
Page 302 Do not let the blower brush touch the image sensor as the image sensor may get scratched. • Do not use any objects except a blower brush to clean the image sensor. • If you cannot remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or Panasonic.
Page 303 If you change the lens repeatedly, friction with the lens mount rubber may leave scratches on the camera’s mount. However, those scratches do not affect the performance of this unit. For the replacement of the lens mount rubber, contact Panasonic.
Page 304 Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Page 305 Others About 3D About 3D recording ∫ With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance. • The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and therefore cause tiredness or discomfort. • When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) is used, the minimum focus distance is 0.6 m (2.0 feet).
Page 306 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
Page 307 About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods •...
Page 308 Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Page 309 Others • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. • YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc. ®...
Page 310 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric Young...
Page 311 Others This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). Original SSLeay License Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL.
Page 312 Others This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Page 313 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions...
Page 314 Others This product contains OpenSSL software developed by the OpenSSL Project, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1999-2002 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
Page 315 Others This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Page 316 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions...
Page 317 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1989 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Tom Truscott. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions...
Page 318 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990, 1993 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions...
Page 319 This product contains XML parser library, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do...

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Panasonic DMC-GH3KBODY Owner's Manual

Finding the Information You Need

Before Use

Care of the Camera

Standard Accessories

Names and Functions of Components

About the Lens

Preparation

Changing the Lens

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Charging the Battery

Inserting/Removing the Battery

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

About the Card

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Setting the Menu

Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)

Assigning Frequently Used Functions to the Buttons (Function Buttons)

Configuring Basic Settings of this Unit (Setup Menu)

Setting Your Preferred Operation Methods ([Custom] Menu)

Entering Text

Basic

Tips for Taking Good Pictures

Using the Viewfinder

Taking a Still Picture

Recording Motion Picture

Switching the Information Displayed on the Recording Screen

Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures

Deleting Pictures

Recording

Selecting the Recording Mode

Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode)

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed

Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Guide Mode)

Taking Pictures with Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Registering Your Preferred Settings (Custom Mode)

Optical Image Stabilizer

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Taking Pictures by Using the Flash

Compensating the Exposure

Setting the Light Sensitivity

Adjusting the White Balance

Taking Pictures with Auto Focus

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus

Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock)

Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer

Using the [Rec] Menu

Motion Picture

Recording Motion Picture

Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Pictures with Manually Set Aperture Value/Shutter Speed (Creative Video Mode)

Setting the Recording Method of Time Code

Using the [Motion Picture] Menu

Playback/Editing

Using the [Playback] Menu

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi R Function

What You Can Do with the Wi-Fi Function

[Remote Shooting]

Selecting the Connection Method

[Playback on TV]

[Send Images While Recording]

[Send Images Stored in the Camera]

Using “LUMIX CLUB”

How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

Connecting to Other Equipment

Enjoying 3D Pictures

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

Saving Still Pictures and Motion Pictures on Your PC

Saving Still Pictures and Motion Pictures on a Recorder

Printing the Pictures

Others

Optional Accessories

Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

Message Display

Menu List

Troubleshooting