Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1SK Quick Manual

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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Digital Camera/ Lens Kit DMC-GM1SK Model No.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Playback Preparation/Basic Playing Back Pictures ....... 23 Playing Back Motion Pictures... 23 Deleting Pictures........ 24 Care of the camera .......3 Standard Accessories ......4 Names and Functions of Wi-Fi Components..........5 Preparation..........8 What you can do with the Wi-Fi • Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...8 function ..........
  • Page 3: Preparation/Basic

    • To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the support site below: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, attach it to the camera body and...
  • Page 4: Standard Accessories

    SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. • The card is optional. • Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied VFC5071 accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
  • Page 5: Names And Functions Of Components

    Preparation/Basic Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Sensor Flash Lens fitting mark (P10) Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button (P10) Flash open lever 10 11 • The flash opens, and recording with the flash becomes possible.
  • Page 6 30 Card/Battery door (P9) 31 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the 30 31 32 Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC15: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8: optional) are used. 32 Release lever (P9)
  • Page 7 Preparation/Basic ∫ Lens H-FS12032 Lens surface Tele Zoom ring Wide Contact point Lens fitting mark (P10) • The interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) does not have a focus ring, but you can use manual focus by operating the camera. Refer to P19 for details.
  • Page 8: Preparation

    Preparation/Basic 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 9: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal. Inserting/Removing the Battery • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLH7). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. •...
  • Page 10: Formatting The Card (Initialisation)

    “Class 4” or more for [AVCHD]/[MP4] motion picture recording. e.g.: • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Formatting the card (initialisation) Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.
  • Page 11: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation/Basic ∫ Extending/retracting the lens [when the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is attached] How to Extend the Lens Example: H-FS12032 Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of arrow 1 from position A  (the lens is retracted) to position B [12 mm to 32 mm (H-FS12032)] to extend the lens.
  • Page 12: Basic Operations

    Preparation/Basic Basic Operations 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 13: Mode Dial (Selecting A Recording Mode)

    Preparation/Basic Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. Intelligent Auto Mode (P17) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P17) Allows you to adjust the brightness and colour hue when in Intelligent Auto Mode.
  • Page 14: Function Buttons (Assigning Frequently Used Functions To The Buttons)

    Preparation/Basic Function buttons (Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons and icons. Select the menu. > [Custom] > [Fn Button Set] MENU Press 3/4 to select the function button you want to assign a function to and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 15: Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)

    Preparation/Basic 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. Press [ ] to display the Quick Menu.
  • Page 16: Setting The Menu

    Preparation/Basic Setting the Menu Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way.
  • Page 17: Recording

    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 18 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 19: 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 an interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) with no focus ring Press 1: Focuses on close-up subjects Press 2: Focuses on distant subjects A Slide bar...
  • Page 20 Recording You can perform the following operations: Button operation Touch operation Description of operation ¢ Dragging Moves the enlarged area 3/4/2/1 Pinching in/out Enlarges/reduces the screen (by steps of 0.1 Enlarges/reduces the screen (by steps of 1.0 Switches the enlarged display (windowed/full screen) Resets the area to be enlarged back to the [DISP.]...
  • Page 21: Recording Motion Picture

    Recording Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time •...
  • Page 22: Recording Snap Movies

    Motion pictures will be recorded with [FHD/20M/30p] in [MP4]. • Using the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App”, you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera. Music can be added and various editing operations can be performed when you combine them. In addition, you can send the combined motion picture to a web service.
  • Page 23: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2/1. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture Sending an image to a web service If you press 4 when displaying images one by one, you can easily send an image to a web service.
  • Page 24: Deleting Pictures

    Playback 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 25: Wi-Fi

    App for Android : Android 2.3.3 or higher > Search the Google Play Store for “Panasonic Image App” or “LUMIX”, and install the app. App for iOS: iOS 6.0 or higher (Please note that the iPhone 3GS is not supported.) >...
  • Page 26: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet

    A message will be displayed on the browser. • If the smartphone/tablet is locked with a passcode, enter the IMAGE APP Panasonic Corporation passcode to unlock the smartphone/tablet. Press the home button to close the browser. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet.
  • Page 27: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi Select [QR code]. Scan the QR code displayed on the screen of the camera. • If you press [MENU/SET] on the camera, the QR code will be enlarged. When it is difficult to scan the QR code, try enlarging it. 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.
  • Page 28 Wi-Fi Saving images stored in the camera/ Sending images in the camera to an SNS Connect to a smartphone. (P26) Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ 2 Touch and hold an image, and drag it to save it or to send it to an SNS, etc. •...
  • Page 29: Others

    Others Monitor Display In recording    MINI MINI MINI MINI × × SNAP SNAP SNAP   98 98 98 60 60  Digital Zoom Electronic shutter Picture Mode (Still picture C 2 - 1 Recording Mode (P13) priorities) EXPS EXPS...
  • Page 30 Others Number of recordable pictures ¢6 8m30s ¢1, 6 Available recording time Name ¢ Number of days that have passed since the departure date ¢ Touch tab ¢ Location ¢ Touch zoom ¢4 Current date and time/Travel destination setting Touch Shutter “...
  • Page 31: Menu List

    Others Menu list To display explanations of the menu items. When [Menu Information] in the [Setup] menu is set to [ON], explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. A Explanations of the menu [Rec] This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are recording.
  • Page 32 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. [Cust.Set Mem.] [Peaking] [Q.MENU] [Silent Mode] [Histogram] [Video Button] [AF/AE Lock] [Guide Line] [Power Zoom Lens]...
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] on the [Setup] menu. The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on. •...
  • Page 34 Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture, etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and colour. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 35 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 36 Others The PC is not recognised 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 recognised. 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 37: Specifications

    Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera Body (DMC-GM1S): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.3 W (When recording with Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used] 1.5 W (When playing back with Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used] Camera effective pixels 16,000,000 pixels...
  • Page 38 Others Burst recording Number of recordable Max. 7 pictures (when there are RAW files) pictures Depends on the capacity of the card (when there are no RAW files) ISO sensitivity AUTO/ /100 ¢ /200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600 (Standard Output (1/3 EV step change possible) Sensitivity) ¢...
  • Page 39 Others Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural ¢ ¢ Recording media SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card /SDXC Memory Card (¢ UHS-I-compatible) Picture size Still picture When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3] 4592k3448 pixels, 3232k2424 pixels, 2272k1704 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2] 4592k3064 pixels, 3232k2160 pixels, 2272k1520 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9] 4592k2584 pixels, 3840k2160 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels...
  • Page 40 Access method Infrastructure mode Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A99A): Information for your safety Input: 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 19 VA Output: DC 8.4 V, 0.43 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLH7): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/680 mAh...
  • Page 41 Others Interchangeable Lens H-FS12032 “LUMIX G VARIO 12– 32 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length f=12 mm to 32 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 64 mm) Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value F22 Lens construction...
  • Page 42: 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 43 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 categorised 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 44 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 Web Site: http://panasonic.net  Panasonic Corporation 2015...

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