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Panasonic DMC-GX1X Lumix Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Double Lens Kit/Body
DMC-GX1X/DMC-GX1W
Model No.
DMC-GX1
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions
on the operation of this
camera are contained in
"Operating Instructions for advanced
features (PDF format)" in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
VQT3U07
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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Double Lens Kit/Body DMC-GX1X/DMC-GX1W Model No. DMC-GX1 Before use, please read these instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM.

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
  • Page 3 ∫ About the battery charger CAUTION! • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
  • Page 4 • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ....................2 Care of the camera ......................6 Standard Accessories ...................... 7 Names and Functions of Main Parts................9 Changing the Lens......................12 Attaching the Shoulder Strap..................13 Charging the Battery ...................... 14 • Charging ........................14 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery..........

  • Page 6: Care Of The Camera

    Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in below conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded. – If you drop or hit the camera.

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of October 2011. These may be subject to change. Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14–42 mm/F3.5–5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.”...
  • Page 8 • Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.) DMC-GX1X H-PS14042 VYF3443 VKF4385 VFC4605 DMC-GX1W H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 VKF4385 DMC-GX1 H-H014 VFC4605 VYF3371 VKF4385 : K2CT39A00002 (DMC-GX1XGC)/(DMC-GX1XGH) (DMC-GX1WGC)/(DMC-GX1WGH) (DMC-GX1GC)/(DMC-GX1GH) : K2CQ29A00002...

  • Page 9: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts ∫ Camera body Sensor Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Flash Lens fitting mark Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button Flash open button Playback button 10 [AF/AE LOCK] button/ [Fn2] button 11 Rear dial 12 Touch screen/LCD monitor 13 [Fn1] button 14 [Q.MENU] button/...
  • Page 10 Do not attempt to use AC adaptor in other devices. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8G; optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
  • Page 11 ∫ Lens H-PS14042 H-FS014042 (LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14–42 mm/ (LUMIX G VARIO 14 –42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 F3.5–5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 42 37 43 44 45 H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.) 37 Lens surface 38 Zoom lever 39 Focus lever 40 Contact point 41 Lens fitting mark...

  • Page 12: Changing The Lens

    Changing the Lens By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure. • Check that the camera is turned off. Detaching the lens Preparations: 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 13: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    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 14: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLD10E. Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. •...

  • Page 15: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/ battery door. •...

  • Page 16: About The Card

    Card compatible equipment. (4 GB to 32 GB) • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC SDXC Memory Card memory cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) •...

  • Page 17: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) The clock can be setup with the following procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For details, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Selecting the Recording Mode ∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dial Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A. ∫ To select Intelligent Auto Mode Press [¦].
  • Page 19 ∫ Scene Mode This mode allows you to improve the appearance of the [PORTRAIT] persons concerned and make their skin tones look healthier. This mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [PORTRAIT]. (It is effective when taking [SOFT SKIN] pictures of people from the chest up.) For recording broad vistas.

  • Page 20: Taking A Still Picture

    Applicable modes: Taking a Still picture Selecting the Recording Mode. 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 21: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto 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 22: Recording Using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode

    Recording using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode The brightness and colour optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your preferences. This mode is useful for those who would like the settings made by the camera to match their preferences but do not like dealing with detailed settings. Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode.

  • Page 23: Taking Pictures With Defocus Control Function

    Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Touch [ ]. Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. Touch the slide bar to set. • Setting can also be performed by rotating the rear dial. Recording of pictures or motion pictures.

  • Page 24: Recording Motion Pictures

    Applicable modes: Recording Motion Pictures • Screen here is an example of when the Recording Mode is set to ] (Programme AE Mode). Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time • Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible.

  • Page 25: Compensating The Exposure

    Applicable modes: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.

  • Page 26: Easily Set A Suitable Exposure (One Push Ae)

    Easily set a suitable exposure (one push AE) With one push AE, you can easily achieve a suitable exposure setting when the exposure setting is too bright or too dark. ( modes only) At purchase, one push AE is assigned to the [Fn1] button. How to tell if the exposure is not adequate •...

  • Page 27: Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures

    Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right Using the Playback Zoom Touch the part to enlarge firmly. 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k A The zoom position indication •...

  • Page 28: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Playing Back Motion Pictures The motion picture file formats that can be played back on this unit are AVCHD recorded on a Panasonic Digital Camera (LUMIX) (excluding AVCHD Progressive), MP4, and QuickTime Motion JPEG. Press [(]. Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ and then touch [ ] to play back.

  • Page 29: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [YES]. ¢ To delete multiple pictures (up to 100 ) or all the pictures ¢...

  • Page 30: Switching The Display Of The Lcd Monitor

    Switching the display of the LCD Monitor Press [DISP.] to change. DISP. (In Recording Mode) • Screen will switch as follows: (Example of LCD monitor display)     98 98 98 98 98 98 A With information B Without information C With information (tilt sensor display) D Without information (tilt sensor display) (In Playback Mode)

  • Page 31: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu Press [MENU/SET]. Select the menu item by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen. Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial.

  • Page 32: Setting The Quick Menu

    Setting the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu. Touch the menu item. • Menu item can be switched by touching [ Select and touch the setting. Touch [EXIT] to exit menu once the setting is completed.

  • Page 33: Types Of Menus

    Types of menus ∫ [REC] Mode Menu This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are recording. • [PHOTO STYLE], [METERING MODE], [I.RESOLUTION], [I.DYNAMIC] and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] Mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
  • Page 34 When the number of pixels is set to anything other than [L], the [EX. TELE CONV.] Tele effect is increased without degradation in image quality. Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification, [DIGITAL ZOOM] the greater the degradation in image quality. Sets the burst speed for burst recording.
  • Page 35 ∫ [CUSTOM] Menu 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.
  • Page 36 Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom [POWER ZOOM LENS] (electrically operated zoom). This will set the display style of the Optional Live Viewfinder. [LVF DISP.STYLE] This will set the display style of the LCD monitor. [LCD DISP.STYLE] It is possible to set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent [¦...
  • Page 37 ∫ Setup Menu This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. Setting Date/Time. [CLOCK SET] Sets the times for the region where you live and your holiday [WORLD TIME] destination.
  • Page 38 ∫ [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures. Switches the playback method for 3D images. [2D/3D SETTINGS] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order. [SLIDE SHOW] Selects the type etc.

  • Page 39: About The Supplied Software

    About the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 7.0 HD Edition (Windows XP/Vista/7) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorise these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used.

  • Page 40: Installing Supplied Software

    Installing supplied software • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 7.0 HD Edition” – Windows XP (32bit) SP2/SP3, Windows Vista (32bit) or SP1/SP2, Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1 –...

  • Page 41: Reading The Operating Instructions (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 Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. ∫ For Mac Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).

  • Page 42: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-GX1): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used] 2.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 2.4 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used] 1.6 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
  • Page 43 ISO sensitivity AUTO/ /160/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800 (Standard Output (1/3 EV step change possible) Sensitivity) Minimum Illumination Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/25th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used] Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/25th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] Approx.
  • Page 44 Flash Built-in pop up flash GN 7.6 equivalent (ISO160 · m) Flash range: Approx. 40 cm to 6.8 m [When the Interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is mounted, WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set] Flash range: Approx. 1.0 m to 6.8 m [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is mounted, WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set] Flash range: Approx.
  • Page 45 10%RH to 80%RH Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A94B): 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-BLD10E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1010 mAh (ENG) VQT3U07...
  • Page 46 Interchangeable Lens (H-PS14042) “LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14–42 mm/F3.5–5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.” Focal length f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value Lens construction...
  • Page 47 Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042) “LUMIX G VARIO 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value F22 Lens construction 12 elements in 9 groups (1 aspherical lens)
  • Page 48 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia • 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. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or •...

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