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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 Basic Owner's Manual

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Basic Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied DVD. Install it on your PC to read it. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit: USA : www.panasonic.com/support...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera.
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GH4 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu. Press to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET]. Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 5: Battery Charger

    ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...

  • Page 6: Cautions For Use

    Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
  • Page 7 • Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC12: optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. • Do not press the lens with excessive force. •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents with rich gradation ([iHDR]) ....32 • Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) ..32 Information for Your Safety ....2 • Recording images by changing the • Cautions for Use ......6 brightness or color tone ....32 Taking Pictures with different image Preparation effects (Creative Control Mode)..
  • Page 9 Taking Pictures with No Shutter Sound • Connecting to a smartphone/tablet ..76 ([Electronic Shutter])......... 56 • Taking images via a smartphone/ Taking pictures by using the flash ... 57 tablet (remote recording) ....80 • Changing Flash Mode ....57 •...

  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation Care of this Camera To avoid damaging your camera and to experience the maximum enjoyment you should exercise the following precautions. • The lens, monitor and the camera body can sustain damage if the camera body is dropped or subjected to excessive temperature, moisture, water or dust.

  • Page 11: Standard Accessories

    If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (For Canada only) VKF5289 VKF5104 • If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at www.panasonic.ca/ english/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) VQT5H68...

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of Components

    Preparation Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 16 15 18 19 29 30 Wi-Fi ® connection lamp Flash open button (P57) • The flash opens, and recording with the Status indicator (P19) flash becomes possible. Camera ON/OFF switch (P19) Drive mode dial Focus distance reference mark Single (P41):...
  • Page 13 [DISP.] button (P24) optional) are used. • Each time this is pressed, the display • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC on the monitor is switched. adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional). • It is recommended to use a fully 44 [AF/AE LOCK] button (P55)

  • Page 14: About The Lens

    When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [Shoot w/o Lens] (P104) to [ON]. 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.) •...

  • Page 15: Cards Compatible With This Unit

    (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- UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

  • Page 16: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off. Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. • Perform steps and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap. •...

  • Page 17: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    Preparation Inserting/Removing the Battery • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLF19PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. • Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever A.

  • Page 18: Changing The Lens

    Preparation Changing the Lens • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. • Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens. ∫ 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.

  • Page 19: 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 Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute), and press 3/4 to set.

  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    Preparation Basic Operations 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, the microphone B (P12) or Speaker with your fingers or other objects.

  • Page 21: Shutter Button (Taking Pictures)

    Preparation Shutter button (Taking pictures) The shutter button works in two steps. To take a picture, press it. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • 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 22: Mode Dial

    Preparation Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) Rotate the mode dial to switch the Recording Mode. Press the mode dial lock button 1 to release the lock. • The dial is locked if the mode dial lock button is depressed. Each press locks/unlocks the dial. Rotate the mode dial 2 and adjust the recording mode.

  • Page 23: Rear Dial/Front Dial

    Preparation Rear Dial/Front Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. • This Owner’s Manual describe operations of the rear dial/front dial as follows: e.g.: When rotating the rear dial to the left e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left or right or right...

  • Page 24: [Disp.] Button (Switching The Displayed Information)

    Preparation 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. Even on menu screens etc. on which the guide is not displayed, you can make settings and selections by operating the buttons.

  • Page 25: [Lvf] Button (Switching The Monitor/Viewfinder)

    Preparation In Playback Mode • Screen will switch as follows: Without Detailed With Histogram information information information display (Highlight ¢1 display display) ¢1, 2 F3.5 1/98 1/98 F3.5 60 STD. STD. STD. 2014.12. 1 10:00 1/98 100-0001 F3.5 100-0001 Without information ¢1 If no operation is performed, part of the information on the screen will gradually become darker after approximately 10 seconds has passed, and will no longer be displayed after...

  • Page 26: Touch Panel (Touch Operations)

    Preparation ∫ Using the eye sensor to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder Automatic viewfinder/monitor switching enables the eye sensor to switch the display to the viewfinder automatically when you bring your eye or an object near it. • When the viewfinder surface becomes dirty, remove the eyecup, blow away the dust with a blower (commercially available), and wipe the surface lightly with a dry, soft cloth.

  • Page 27: Optical Image Stabilizer

    Preparation Optical Image Stabilizer The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically corrects it, so you can record images with reduced jitter. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. – The interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) supports the stabilizer function. •...

  • Page 28: Setting Menu Items

    Preparation Setting menu items Press [MENU/SET]. This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels [Rec] (P99) and other aspects of the pictures you are recording. [Motion Picture] This menu lets you set the [Rec Format], [Rec Quality], and (P101) other aspects for motion picture recording.

  • Page 29: Configuring Basic Settings Of This Unit (Setup Menu)

    Preparation Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) 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. (P104) Formatting the card (initialization) Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.

  • Page 30: Easy Recording

    Easy 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. The camera detects scenes automatically (Scene Detection) ( : When taking pictures,...

  • Page 31: Recording Night Scenes ([Ihandheld Night Shot])

    Easy Recording ∫ Functions that work automatically • The following functions are performed automatically to allow the camera to make the optimal settings. – – Scene Detection [i.Resolution] – – Backlight Compensation [i.Dynamic] – – [Face/Eye Detection] [Long Shtr NR] –...

  • Page 32: Combining Pictures Into A Single Picture

    Easy Recording Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation. [iHDR] works automatically as needed.

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

    Easy 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 34: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Function

    Easy Recording Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: 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 [ ].

  • Page 35: Easily Optimizing The Brightness For A Specified Area (Touch Ae)

    Easy Recording (Touch AE) Easily Optimizing the Brightness for a Specified Area Applicable modes: You can easily optimize the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. Touch [ ].

  • Page 36: Recording

    Recording Taking Pictures with Auto Focus Applicable modes: By setting the optimum Focus Mode or Auto Focus Mode for the subject or recording condition, you can let the camera automatically adjust focus in various scenes. Selecting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) Applicable modes: The method for achieving focus when the shutter button is pressed halfway is set.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Auto Focus Mode

    Recording Selecting the Auto Focus Mode Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Press [ Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. The camera automatically detects the person’s face and eyes.

  • Page 38: Setting Up Position Of The Af Area/Changing Size Of The Af Area

    Recording ∫ Changing the eye to be in focus Touch the eye to be in focus. • Touch the eye in the yellow frame. If you touch any other location, the AF area setting screen will be displayed. (P38) • If you touch [ ] or press [MENU/SET], the eye focus setting will be canceled.

  • Page 39: Setting The Af Area Position With The Touch Pad

    Recording Press [MENU/SET] to set. • AF area with the same function as [Ø] is displayed in the touched position, when the [š] is selected. Setting of the AF area is cleared when [MENU/SET] is pressed or [ ] is touched. When selecting [ The 49 AF areas are divided into groups, each consisting of 9 Examples of group...

  • Page 40: 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. When using the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) having a focus ring Rotate to A side: Focuses on nearby subject Rotate to B side:...

  • Page 41: Select A Drive Mode

    Recording Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Rotating the drive mode dial. [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. Recordings are made in succession while the shutter button [Burst] (P41) is pressed.

  • Page 42: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

    Recording Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: Set the drive mode dial to [ Focus on the subject and take a picture. • If you press and hold the shutter button, the number of pictures that you set is taken. •...

  • Page 43: Taking Pictures Automatically At Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot])

    Recording Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) Applicable modes: If you set the start time of recording, the recording interval and the number of pictures, the camera can automatically take pictures of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses and create a motion picture.
  • Page 44 Recording 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 45: Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation])

    Recording Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) Applicable modes: A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. • Set the date and time settings in advance. (P19) • Pictures taken with [Stop Motion Animation] are displayed as a set of group pictures. Set the drive mode dial to [ Press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 46 Recording Touch [ ] to end the recording. • It can also be ended by selecting [Time Lapse/Animation] from the [Rec] menu and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on the confirmation screen. (If [Pause] has been selected, press the shutter button fully to resume the recording.) •...

  • Page 47: Setting The Picture Quality And Size

    Recording Setting the Picture Quality and Size Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. > [Rec] > [Aspect Ratio] MENU [4:3] [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [3:2] [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera...

  • Page 48: Setting The Compression Rate Of Pictures ([Quality])

    Recording Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. > [Rec] > [Quality] MENU Settings File format Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image.

  • Page 49: 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 [ Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the rear dial or the front dial.

  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed

    Recording Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P53) •...

  • Page 53: Confirm The Effects Of Aperture And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)

    Recording Optimizing the ISO sensitivity for the shutter speed and aperture value When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], the camera sets the ISO sensitivity automatically so that the exposure will be appropriate for the shutter speed and aperturer value. Manual Exposure Assistance 0 0 0 The exposure is adequate.

  • Page 54: 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 or the front dial to compensate the exposure. •...

  • Page 55: 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 56: Disabling Operational Sounds And The Output Of Light At Once ([Silent Mode])

    Recording Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode]) Applicable modes: This function is useful for recording images in a quiet environment, public facility, etc. or recording images of subjects such as babies or animals. Select the menu. (P28) >...

  • Page 57: Taking Pictures By Using The Flash

    Recording Taking pictures by using the flash Applicable modes: Taking a picture using the flash becomes possible by opening the built-in flash. A To open the flash Turn the camera on, and press the flash open button. B To close the flash Push the top part of the built-in flash from directly above.

  • Page 58: 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. 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 59: Recording Motion Pictures In 4K

    Motion Picture Recording motion pictures in 4K Applicable modes: You can create finely-detailed motion pictures in 4K by recording motion pictures with their size set to [4K] or [C4K] in [Rec Quality]. • You can record motion pictures in 4K only in Creative Video Mode. •...
  • Page 60 Motion Picture When [AVCHD] is selected (±: Available, —: Not available) System frequency Recording Sensor Item Size Bit rate 59.94Hz 50.00Hz 24.00Hz frame rate output ¢2 (NTSC) (PAL) (CINEMA) [FHD/28M/60p] — — 1920k1080 59.94p 59.94 28 Mbps ¢1 ± [FHD/28M/50p] —...
  • Page 61 Motion Picture When [MP4 (LPCM)], [MOV] is selected (±: Available, —: Not available) System frequency Recording Sensor Item Size Bit rate 59.94Hz 50.00Hz 24.00Hz frame rate output ¢3 (NTSC) (PAL) (CINEMA) [C4K/100M/24p] ¢1 — — 4096k2160 24.00p 24.00 100 Mbps ±...

  • Page 62: How To Set Focus When Recording A Motion Picture ([Continuous Af])

    Motion Picture How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) Applicable modes: Focusing changes depending on the Focus Mode setting (P36) and the [Continuous AF] setting in the [Motion Picture] menu. [Continuous [Focus Mode] Description of settings The camera automatically keeps focusing on subjects [ON] during recording.

  • Page 63: 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 64: Using Advanced Settings And Recording Functions For Motion Pictures

    Motion Picture Using Advanced Settings and Recording Functions for Motion Pictures [Luminance Level] Applicable modes: You can set the luminance range for motion pictures. When you combine multiple materials into a single motion picture, set a range that covers all materials. >...

  • Page 65: Recording While Monitoring Camera Images

    Motion Picture Recording while monitoring camera images Applicable modes: During HDMI output, you can record while monitoring motion pictures on the TV, etc. • Refer to P87 on how to connect with TV by using HDMI micro cable. • The [Rec Quality] setting in the motion picture recording menu will be applied to screens that are output through the HDMI connection during recording.

  • Page 66: Reducing Flickering And Horizontal Stripes On Images ([Synchro Scan])

    Motion Picture Reducing flickering and horizontal stripes on images ([Synchro Scan]) Applicable modes: • This function is available when [Exposure Mode] is set to either [S] or [M] in Creative Video Mode. Select the menu. (P28) > [Motion Picture] > [Synchro Scan] MENU Select [ON] with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 67: Changing The System Frequency

    Motion Picture ∫ To cancel [Variable Frame Rate] Select the [OFF] setting in step ∫ To change the frame rate Select the [SET] setting in step • When [Rec Format] is set to [AVCHD], you cannot set a frame rate with a number of frames greater than 60fps.

  • Page 68: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2/1. 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. ∫ To finish playback Press [ ( ] again, press the shutter button halfway or press the motion picture button.

  • Page 69: Switching The Playback Method

    Playback/Editing Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. • If the rear dial is rotated to the left after the image is enlarged, 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X the magnification will be reduced. • You can move the enlarged part by pressing 3/4/2/1 of the cursor button or dragging the screen.

  • Page 70: Deleting Pictures

    Playback/Editing Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ • The same operation can be performed by touching Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 71: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu [RAW Processing] You can process the pictures taken in RAW format. The processed pictures will be saved in JPEG format. Select the menu. (P28) > [Playback] > [RAW Processing] MENU Select RAW images with 2/1, and then press [MENU/ SET].

  • Page 72: [Video Divide]

    Playback/Editing On the comparison screen, you can use the following operations to make adjustments: A Current setting Button Touch Description of operation operation operation Dragging Selects a setting. [DISP.] [DISP.] Returns you to the setting screen. Sets the adjusted level and returns [MENU/SET] [Set] you to the item selection screen.

  • Page 73: Wi-Fi/Nfc

    LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
  • Page 74 Wi-Fi/NFC ∫ About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: The Wi-Fi connection is on standby Blinking blue: Sending/receiving data through the Wi-Fi connection • 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.

  • Page 75: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function

    Wi-Fi/NFC What you can do with the [Wi-Fi] button when connected to Wi-Fi • Following items can be selected. [Terminate the Connection] [Change the Destination] [Change Settings for Sending Images] [Register the Current Destination to Favorite] [Network Address] What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet (P76) •...

  • Page 76: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet

    (Android) Select “Google Play Store”. (iOS) Select “App Store ”. Enter “ Panasonic Image App ” into the search box. Select “ Panasonic Image App ” and install it. • Use the latest version. • Read the [Help] in the “Image App” menu for further details on how to operate.
  • Page 77 If the smartphone/tablet is locked with a passcode, enter IMAGE APP the passcode to unlock the smartphone/tablet. Panasonic Corporation Press the home button to close the browser. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. Wi-Fi Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera.
  • Page 78 Wi-Fi/NFC When using an Android device Setting up a connection using the NFC function • If [ ] is not displayed on the smartphone, the NFC function of the smartphone is disabled. Read the operating instructions of your smartphone and enable it. •...
  • Page 79 Wi-Fi/NFC For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Entering a password to set up a connection Press and hold [Wi-Fi] on the camera. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera.

  • Page 80: Taking Images Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)

    Wi-Fi/NFC Taking images via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Connect to a smartphone. (P76) Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ 2 Record an image. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Some settings are not available. Playing back images in the camera Connect to a smartphone.

  • Page 81: Sending Images In The Camera To An Sns

    Wi-Fi/NFC Saving images in the camera using the NFC function The NFC function is not available for iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad). Play back the picture in the camera. Launch “Image App” on the smartphone. While [ ] is displayed on the connection screen of the “Image App”, touch the smartphone to [ ] of the camera.

  • Page 82: Adding Location Information To Images Stored In The Camera From A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi/NFC Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can send location information acquired with a smartphone to the camera. After sending the information, you can also write it on images stored in the camera. 1 Start recording location information 2 Start recording images...

  • Page 83: Setting Up A Connection To A Pc Via A Wireless Access Point

    Wi-Fi/NFC Setting up a connection to a PC via a wireless access point To create a folder that receives images Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters.
  • Page 84 Wi-Fi/NFC Press [Wi-Fi]. Select [New Connection]. Select the connection method. Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Available file format: JPEG/RAW/MPO Select and send the images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Available file format: ALL format Select [PC].

  • Page 85: Customization

    Customization Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item When [Q.MENU] (P104) 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 [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu. Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 86: Registering Your Preferred Settings (Custom Mode)

    Customization Registering your preferred settings (Custom 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 87: Others

    B HDMI micro cable To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • When [System Frequency] is set to [24.00 Hz (CINEMA)], you cannot play back images on a TV connected with an AV cable.

  • Page 88: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc

    Others Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected to any PC capable of recognizing a mass storage device. • Windows support: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 • Mac support: OS X v10.5 to v10.9 AVCHD motion pictures may not be imported correctly when copied as files or...

  • Page 89: Installing Supplied Software

    Others ∫ Installing supplied software • Before inserting the DVD, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” – Windows XP (32bit) SP3, Windows Vista (32bit) SP2, Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1, Windows 8 (32bit/64bit), Windows 8.1 (32bit/64bit)

  • Page 90: Transferring Pictures To A Pc

    Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A Align the marks, and insert. B USB connection cable (supplied) C [AV OUT/DIGITAL] terminal •...
  • Page 91 Others ∫ 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 ([LUMIX]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac:...

  • Page 92: 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. • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information.
  • Page 93 Others In recording Battery Grip Picture Mode (Still picture priorities) (P101) Optical Image Stabilizer ¢ (P27) Jitter alert 98 98 98 60 60 Recording state (Flashes red.) (P58)/ Focus (Lights green.) (P21) Quality (P99) A › Focus (Under low illumination) Focus Mode (P37, 40) AFS AFF AFC MF Connected to Wi-Fi...
  • Page 94 Others In recording Exposure compensation value (P54) Brightness (P32) Manual Exposure Assistance (P53) ISO sensitivity (P49) 98 98 98 60 60 Gain (dB) (P102) AF area (P38) White Balance Bracket Spot metering target (P54) White Balance Fine Adjustment Self-timer ¢6 (P42) VÐîÑ...
  • Page 95 Others In recording Fn10 Fn10 Fn10 Fn10 • Only displayed in the monitor. Touch zoom Defocus control function (P32) Touch Shutter (P34) Brightness (P32) Touch AE (P35) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) Peaking (P103) One point color Fn6 (Function button) (P85) Position of the light source Fn7 (Function button) (P85) Creative control adjustment...
  • Page 96 Others In recording On-monitor recording information 1/60 Single (P41) Burst (P41) AUTO Auto Bracket (P42) Wi-Fi Self-timer (P42) Time Lapse Shot (P43) Stop Motion Animation (P45) Recording Mode (P22) Focus Mode (P36, 40) AFS AFF AFC MF EXPS EXPS F2.8 Aperture value (P21) š...

  • Page 97: Message Display

    Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information.
  • Page 98 Others [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 99: Menu List

    Others Menu list • [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [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. [Rec] You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to [Photo Style]...
  • Page 100 Others Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to times equivalent per a [Multi Exp.] single image) The shutter sound can be turned off for recording in a quiet [Electronic Shutter] environment. To reduce the influence of hand shake, the shutter is released when [Shutter Delay] a specified time period has elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.

  • Page 101: [Motion Picture]

    Others [Motion Picture] You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to [Photo Style] record. You can adjust the color and image quality of the effects. [Rec Format] Sets the file format for the motion pictures you record. [Rec Quality] This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.

  • Page 102: [Custom]

    Others Sets the sound output method for the connected headphone set [Sound Output] (commercially available). The setting also applies to the sound to be displayed as a mic level. Enables touch operations to allow silent use while recording motion [Silent Operation] pictures.
  • Page 103 Others Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter [Pinpoint AF Time] button is pressed halfway with Auto Focus Mode set to [ AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is [AF Assist Lamp] pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions.

  • Page 104: [Setup]

    Others [Video-Priority Display] Switches screens to those suitable for motion picture recording. [Auto Review] Displays a picture immediately after it is taken. You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons or [Fn Button Set] icons. [Q.MENU] Switch the setting method of Quick Menu. [Dial Set.] Changes the operation methods of the front dial and rear dial.
  • Page 105 Others Adjust the volume of the connected headphone set (commercially [Headphone Volume] available) in 16 steps. [Live View Mode] Set the frame rate of the recording screen (Live View screen). [Monitor Display]/ Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is [Viewfinder] adjusted.

  • Page 106: [Playback]

    Others [Playback] [2D/3D Settings] Switches the playback method for 3D images. [Slide Show] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order. Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only particular [Playback Mode] images. You can write location information (longitude/latitude) on images [Location Logging] sent from the smartphone/tablet.

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P107 –P112). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P29) on the [Setup] menu. • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information.
  • Page 108 Others Recording motion pictures is not possible. • If you continue to use the same card after changing [System Frequency] (P105), motion pictures may not be recorded. To record with the same card, reset [System Frequency] to the original setting. To record motion pictures with the current setting, try the following: –...
  • Page 109 Others The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures. • Is the card inserted? • Is there a picture on the card? • Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC? If it is, it cannot be played back by this unit. >...
  • Page 110 Others A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. ∫ General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection • Use within the communication range of the device to be connected. • Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency operated nearby? >...
  • Page 111 Others The PC is not recognized when I use a Wi-Fi connection. The camera cannot be connected to PC via Wi-Fi connection. • The default workgroup name is set to “WORKGROUP”. If you changed the workgroup name, the PC will not be recognized. In [Change Workgroup Name] in [PC Connection] of the [Wi-Fi Setup] menu, change the workgroup name to that of the PC you are connecting to.
  • Page 112 Others The motion pictures cannot be played back on a TV. • Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable (optional), or with the HDMI micro cable, and then play back the motion pictures on the camera.

  • Page 113: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information. Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 114 • 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. ∫ For care of the viewfinder/eye cup •...
  • Page 115 Others Battery Always remove the battery after use. • Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or keep away from metallic objects (clips, etc.). If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged.

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera Body (DMC-GH4): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.7 W (When recording with Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used] 1.6 W (When playing back with Monitor)
  • Page 117 When there are RAW files: 40 pictures recordable pictures When there are no RAW files: 100 or higher pictures ¢ Recording conditions are based on CIPA standards and an SDHC card manufactured by Panasonic is used. ISO sensitivity AUTO/ /100 /200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600 ¢...
  • Page 118 Others Flash Built-in pop up flash GN 17.0 equivalent (ISO200 ·m) [GN 12.0 equivalent (ISO100 · m)] Flash range: Approx. 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 17.1 m (56 feet) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is mounted, WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set] AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/ Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction, Forced OFF...
  • Page 119 Others Recording quality Motion pictures [AVCHD] When [System Frequency] is set to [59.94 Hz (NTSC)] 1920k1080/59.94p (28 Mbps),1920k1080/59.94i (17 Mbps), 1920k1080/59.94i (24 Mbps),1920k1080/23.98p (24 Mbps) ¢ Sensor output is 29.97 frames/sec.) ¢ When [System Frequency] is set to [50.00 Hz (PAL)] 1920k1080/50.00p (28 Mbps),1920k1080/50.00i (17 Mbps), 1920k1080/50.00i (24 Mbps)
  • Page 120 Others Quality RAW/RAWiFine/RAWiStandard/Fine/Standard/MPOiFine/ MPOiStandard Recording file format Still Picture RAW/JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.3” standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO Motion pictures AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/MP4/MOV Audio compression AVCHD Dolby Digital (2 ch) AAC (2 ch) MP4 (LPCM), LPCM (2 ch) Interface Digital...
  • Page 121 Others Dimensions Approx. 132.9 mm (W)k93.4 mm (H)k83.9 mm (D) [5.23q (W)k3.68q(H)k3.30q (D)] (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (weight) Approx. 560 g/1.23 lb [with the card and battery] Approx. 480 g/1.06 lb (camera body) Approx. 865 g/1.91 lb [with the Interchangeable lens (H-HS12035), card and battery] Operating temperature 0 o C to 40 o C (32 o F to 104 oF) Operating humidity...
  • Page 122 Others Battery Charger (Panasonic DMW-BTC10PP): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLF19PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1860 mAh VQT5H68 (ENG)

  • Page 123: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. ¢2 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.

  • Page 124: Reading The Owner's Manual (Pdf Format)

    You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. ∫ For Mac Turn the PC on and insert the DVD containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied).

  • Page 125: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For Usa Customers)

    TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT: 1-800-237-9080 (FAX ONLY) MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (ENG) VQT5H68...

  • Page 126: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished...
  • Page 127 Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
  • Page 128 WARRANTOR’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED SOLELY TO THE COST OF ANY NECESSARY REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS OF THIS PRODUCT. PANASONIC ASSUMES NO RISK, AND SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY...

  • Page 129: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original...
  • Page 130 DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty...
  • Page 131 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 source software The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 132 AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com . Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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