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Panasonic lumix DC-TZ90 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DC-TZ90 Model No. DC-ZS70 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message displays →283 Q&A Troubleshooting →285 Finding the information you need →2 Contents →5 Contents by Function →11...

  • Page 2: Finding The Information You Need

    Finding the information you need In this “Operating Instructions 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: How To Use This Manual

    How to use this manual Recording mode icons Recording mode: In Recording modes that show icons in black, you can select and execute indicated menus and functions. (Custom Mode) has different functions depending on the recording mode that is registered. •...
  • Page 4 How to use this manual ■ About the symbols in the text Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button. Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button. Tips for skilful use and points for recording. (→00) Indicates the reference page.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents ■ ■ Finding the information you need ..2 Contents by Function ....... 11 ■ How to use this manual ...... 3 Before Use ■ ■ Before use ......... 14 Names and Functions ■ of Main Parts ........17 Standard Accessories ......
  • Page 6 Contents Recording mode ■ ■ Taking pictures with Recording panorama pictures automatic settings (Panorama Shot Mode) ..... 72 ■ (Intelligent Auto Mode) ..... 53 Taking pictures according to the scene Taking pictures using a handheld camera ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ......55 (Scene Guide Mode) ......
  • Page 7 Contents Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings ■ ■ Taking pictures with Auto Focus ..90 Taking close-up pictures (Macro recording) ......103 Set the focusing operation to be ■ performed when the shutter button is Taking pictures with pressed halfway (AFS, AFF, AFC) .....91 Manual Focus ........
  • Page 8 Contents Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash ■ ■ Correcting jitter ....... 140 Taking pictures with flash ....146 ■ Using Zoom ........142 Changing Flash Mode......146 Adjusting the flash output ......148 Zoom types and use ........142 Using the zoom by performing touch operations (Touch zoom) ......145 Recording motion pictures ■...
  • Page 9 ..228 Sending pictures to AV device ..244 ■ Installing the smartphone/tablet app Sending pictures to a PC ....245 “Panasonic Image App” ......228 ■ Using WEB services ....... 247 Connecting to a smartphone....229 When sending images to WEB service..247...
  • Page 10 Contents Connecting with other devices ■ ■ Enjoying 4K motion pictures ..262 Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures in the Viewing 4K motion pictures .....262 recorder ........... 272 Storing 4K motion pictures.......263 ■ ■ Printing ..........273 Viewing on TV screen ..... 264 Printing with date and text .......275 VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) ..266 ■...

  • Page 11: Contents By Function

    Contents by Function Recording Recording Exposure Recording mode ...........37 [Touch AE] ............44 Self Shot Mode ..........58 [One Push AE] ..........71 [Preview] ............70 AF/AE Lock ..........106 Panorama Shot Mode ........72 Exposure Compensation ......107 Macro recording ..........103 ISO sensitivity ..........108 [Time Lapse Shot] ........135 Exposure Bracket ........134...
  • Page 12 Contents by Function Setup/Custom Basic settings Customisation [Format] ............28 Function buttons ...........48 [Clock Set] ............30 Custom Mode ..........88 Diopter adjustment ........34 [Custom] menu ...........186 Display switching ........39, 41 How to set menu items .........45 [Q.MENU] .............47 [Beep] ............198 [Economy] ...........200 [Reset] (initialisation) ........203 Playback...
  • Page 13 Contents by Function Wi-Fi Connect In combination with other devices “Image App” ..........228 Playing back pictures on a TV ....238 [WPS (Push-Button)] ......256, 258 Printing images ...........243 Direct connection ........258 Sending images to an AV device ....244 Sending images to a PC ......245 Image App Sending images to a WEB service...

  • Page 14: Before Use

    Before Use Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording. •...
  • Page 15 Before Use Before use ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.

  • Page 16: Standard Accessories

    Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ● The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to “Basic Operating Instructions”. ●...

  • Page 17: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Shutter button (→36) Strap eyelet (→19) Zoom lever (→35, 142, 194) Speaker (→32, 198) Motion picture button (→37, 149) Control ring (→38, 51) Camera [ON/OFF] button (→30) Lens barrel Mode dial (→37) Lens Stereo microphone (→32, 185)
  • Page 18 ] ([Post Focus]) button (→124) DC coupler cover (→276) [Fn2] button (→48) When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and Control dial (→38, 51) AC adaptor (optional) are used. [Q.MENU/ ] (Cancel) button (→47) Tripod mount (→297)

  • Page 19: Preparations

    Preparations Attaching the Hand Strap We recommend attaching the hand strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Strap eyelet DVQP1304...

  • Page 20: Charging Battery

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. DVQP1304...

  • Page 21: Inserting The Battery

    To remove battery Move the lever in the card/battery compartment in the direction of the arrow. ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the screen goes off.

  • Page 22: Charging The Battery

    Preparations Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Insert the battery into the camera. Make sure that the camera is turned off. The battery can be charged from an outlet or through a PC.
  • Page 23 Preparations Charging battery ● If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped. ● If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to the camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave the camera and notebook connected for a long period of time.

  • Page 24: Remaining Battery

    Preparations Charging battery Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 190 min. • The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
  • Page 25 Estimated number of recordable pictures and operating time Numbers of recordable still pictures are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ■ Recording still pictures (When using monitor) Number of recordable pictures Approx.

  • Page 26: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)

    Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) • Make sure that the camera is turned off. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] [LOCK] [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Release lever Insert the card all the way Do not touch the terminal •...

  • Page 27: About The Card

    • Operation of the cards listed on the left has been SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB – 128 GB confirmed with Panasonic brand card. ■ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings According to the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] (→151)

  • Page 28: Formatting The Card (Initialisation)

    Preparations About the Card Formatting the card (initialisation) Format the card before recording a picture with this unit. Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary data in advance. → [Setup] → [Format] ● This requires a sufficiently charged battery, or an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). ●...
  • Page 29 Preparations About the Card Recording time capacity (motion pictures) • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] 16 GB 32 GB...

  • Page 30: Setting The Clock

    Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 31: Changing Time Settings

    Preparations Setting the clock When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] Press to set your home area and press [MENU/SET] City or area name Current time Difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ●...

  • Page 32: Basics

    Basics Holding the camera Hold the camera gently with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart. • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. •...

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Angle Of The Monitor

    Basics Adjusting the angle of the monitor You can adjust the angle of the monitor. • Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the monitor. • When rotating the angle of the monitor, be careful not to apply too much force. Doing so may cause damage or malfunction.

  • Page 34: Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used For Recording

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording [LVF] button (Recording pictures using the viewfinder) Press [LVF] button Eye Sensor [LVF] button You can switch between monitor display and Viewfinder display. Automatic switching between viewfinder and Viewfinder display Monitor display monitor ■ Automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor The eye sensor automatically switches the display to viewfinder when your eye or an object moves close to the viewfinder.

  • Page 35: Zoom Lever (Use Zoom)

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Setting the sensitivity of the eye sensor or setting to switch the display between the viewfinder and monitor → [Custom] → [Eye Sensor] [Sensitivity] Use this setting to set the sensitivity of the eye sensor. Use this setting to switch the display between the viewfinder and monitor.

  • Page 36: Shutter Button (Taking Pictures)

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Shutter button (Taking pictures) Press the shutter button halfway (press lightly) to focus on the subject Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) Aperture value Shutter speed • The aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (If the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red and flashing, you do not have the appropriate exposure, unless you are using the flash.)

  • Page 37: Motion Picture Button

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures) Press the motion picture button to start recording • Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it. Press the motion picture button again to end recording Mode dial (Select the recording mode) Set to the desired recording mode •...

  • Page 38: Control Ring / Control Dial

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Control ring / Control dial You can select menu items etc. by rotating the control dial. You can use the control ring ( )/control dial ( ) to change the settings for recording. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Mode dial Control ring Control dial...

  • Page 39: Cursor Button / [Menu/Set] Button (Selecting/Setting Items)

    Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Cursor button / [MENU/SET] button (Selecting/setting items) Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. [DISP.] button (Switching the display information) Press [DISP.] button to switch the display •...
  • Page 40 Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording ■ ] Monitor style display layout (Example of monitor style display) With information Without information With information Without information level gauge level gauge Turned off ■ Using the level gauge If you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference.
  • Page 41 Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording During playback Detailed information Without information With information display Histogram display ([Highlight]) 10:00 1.DEC.2017 100-0001 1/98 100-0001 Without information This screen is displayed only when [Highlight] (→191) in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON]. ●...

  • Page 42: Touch Screen (Touch Operations)

    Basics Touch screen (Touch operations) Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Drag To touch and slide your finger across the touch screen. Pinch (spread/pinch) On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out.

  • Page 43: Touching The Screen And Recording (Touch Shutter Function)

    Basics Touch screen (Touch operations) Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function) Recording mode: This function enables you to focus and record still pictures simply by touching the subjects that appear on the screen. Touch [ Touch [ • The icon changes to [ ] and you can now proceed with touch shutter recording.

  • Page 44: Easily Optimising The Brightness For A Specified Area ([Touch Ae])

    Basics Touch screen (Touch operations) Easily Optimising the Brightness for a Specified Area ([Touch AE]) Recording mode: You can easily optimise 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 [ Touch [ •...

  • Page 45: Setting The Menu

    Basics Setting the menu You can use the menu to set camera and recording functions, operate playback functions, and perform other operations. • Menu settings can be made either by button or touch operation. Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu [Rec] You can perform settings for the aspect ratio, number of pixels, 4K (→168)
  • Page 46 Basics Setting the menu Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET] Item Page • You can switch to the next page by pressing [DISP.] button or rotating the zoom lever. With touch screen operations Touch the menu item •...

  • Page 47: Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)

    Basics Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) You can easily call some of the menu items and set them during recording. • Some items or settings cannot be selected depending on the mode or display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU/ ] button Rotate the control dial to select a menu item, and press...

  • Page 48: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To The Buttons (Function Buttons)

    Basics Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn4]) or icons displayed on the screen ([Fn5] - [Fn9]). • Certain functions cannot be assigned to some function buttons. •...

  • Page 49: Using The Function Buttons During Recording

    Basics Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) Using the function buttons during recording Press the function button to use the assigned function. ■ Using function buttons with touch operations Touch [ Touch [Fn5], [Fn6], [Fn7], [Fn8] or [Fn9] •...

  • Page 50: Using The Function Buttons During Playback

    Basics Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) ● When [Focus Area Set] is assigned to the function button, you can display the AF area or the MF Assist position setting screen. ● If the screen displays or similar, the displayed operation will be performed instead of the function assigned to function buttons by [Fn Button Set].

  • Page 51: Changing The Settings Assigned To The Control Ring/Control Dial

    Basics Changing the settings assigned to the control ring/ control dial Recording mode: Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/control dial. → [Custom] → [Ring/Dial Set] Settings: [ ] (control ring) / [ ] (control dial) to select the setting and press [MENU/SET] [DEFLT] [Normal] [Drive Mode] (→129)

  • Page 52: Entering Text

    Basics Entering Text to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed • [ ]: Enter a blank. ■ To change the character type • Press [DISP.] button • Use to select [ ] and press [MENU/SET] ■...

  • Page 53: Recording Mode

    Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording mode: This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot as the camera optimises settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set mode dial to [ •...

  • Page 54: Automatic Scene Detection

    Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Auto Focus, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition [AF Mode] is automatically set to [ ]. If you touch the subject, the camera switches to ] and the AF tracking function starts operating. (→94) You can also switch to [ ] by pressing [MENU/SET], going to the [Rec] menu, then...

  • Page 55: Taking Pictures Using A Handheld Camera ([Ihandheld Night Shot])

    Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) • When the camera identifies [ ] as the optimal scene and if the camera determines that jitter is reduced by the use of a tripod or by other means, a shutter speed that is slower than usual is selected.

  • Page 56: Combining Pictures Into A Single Still Picture With Rich Gradation ([Ihdr])

    Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Combining pictures into a single still picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording mode: When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation.

  • Page 57: Setting Brightness (Exposure)/Blurriness Of The Background (Defocus Control Function)

    Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Setting brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) Recording mode: Press to display the setting screen • The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to switch defocus control operation to operation finish.

  • Page 58: Taking Pictures Of Yourself [Self Shot]

    Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] Recording mode: If you rotate the monitor, Self Shot Mode is activated. You can easily take pictures of yourself while looking at the screen. In Self Shot Mode... ● Deciding on a composition is easier because recording is performed while looking at the screen.
  • Page 59 Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] Touch the item Makes people’s faces look brighter and their skin tones look ([Soft Skin]) softer. ([Filter Select]) Add a picture effect (filter) appropriate to [Self Shot]. Changes the degree of defocusing for the background of detected faces.
  • Page 60 Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] Touch [Exit] Decide on your poses while looking at the monitor • The AF area is displayed around the subject’s face by the Face/Eye Detection function. (If [ ] in AF Mode is not available with the current Recording Mode, an available focus setting for each Recording Mode will be used.) Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture...
  • Page 61 Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] ■ Changing the way the shutter is released In [Shutter], you can select the way you start recording without pressing the shutter button. We recommend that you avoid using the shutter button when, for example, jitter occurs during shutter operation.

  • Page 62: Taking Pictures Of Yourself In Panorama Shot Mode

    Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] Taking pictures of yourself in Panorama Shot Mode By recording with Panorama Shot Mode, you can enjoy a variety of self-portraits, such as those with your friends or those incorporating a wide background. Set mode dial to [ Rotate the monitor to enable Self Shot Mode •...

  • Page 63: Self Shot Mode

    Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] ■ Changing the recording direction of panorama pictures → [Rec] → [Panorama Settings] → [Direction] • The [Picture Size] cannot be set in Self Shot Mode. • The number of recording pixels per horizontal line and vertical line of a panorama picture varies depending on the recording direction and number of stitched pictures.

  • Page 64: Taking Pictures Of Yourself In 4K Photo Mode (4K Selfie)

    Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] Taking pictures of yourself in 4K Photo Mode (4K Selfie) When you take pictures of yourself in 4K Photo Mode, you can easily select your favourites from among self-portraits taken with high-speed burst recording. Touch [ •...
  • Page 65 Recording mode Taking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] ● If you set [Self Shot] to [OFF], the mode will not switch to Self Shot Mode even if you rotate the monitor. ● Be careful not to look at the light from the flash and the AF Assist Lamp directly. ●...

  • Page 66: Taking Pictures After Automatically Setting The Aperture Value And Shutter Speed (Programme Ae Mode)

    Recording mode Taking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter speed (Programme AE Mode) Recording mode: Take pictures using automatic aperture values and shutter speed settings in accordance with the brightness of a subject. Set mode dial to [ Press the shutter button halfway •...

  • Page 67: Taking Pictures By Setting The Aperture Value And Shutter Speed

    Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Recording mode: • The effect of the aperture value and shutter speed you have set is not applied to the recording screen. To check the effect on the recording screen, use Preview Mode. (→70) •...

  • Page 68: Taking Pictures By Setting The Shutter Speed (Shutter-Priority Ae Mode)

    Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Taking pictures by setting the shutter speed (Shutter-Priority AE Mode) When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically optimises the aperture value for the brightness of the subject. Set mode dial to [ Rotate the control dial to set the shutter speed •...

  • Page 69: Taking Pictures By Setting The Aperture Value And Shutter Speed (Manual Exposure Mode)

    Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed (Manual Exposure Mode) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Set mode dial to [ Turn the control ring to set the aperture value, and turn the control dial to set the shutter speed •...

  • Page 70: Checking The Effects Of The Aperture Value And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)

    Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed (Preview Mode) Recording mode: You can use Preview Mode to check the effects of the selected aperture value and shutter speed.

  • Page 71: Easily Set Aperture Value / Shutter Speed For Suitable Exposure (One Push Ae)

    Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed ● You can take a picture even when Preview Mode is activated. ● The range in which you can check the effect of a selected shutter speed is between 8 seconds and 1/16000 seconds.

  • Page 72: Recording Panorama Pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)

    Recording mode Recording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama. Set mode dial to [ Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion to the recording direction to start recording Horizontal/vertical guide line Recording direction and progress status (approximate)
  • Page 73 Recording mode Recording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) ■ Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama pictures → [Rec] → [Panorama Settings] [Direction] Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size] Sets the angle of view (image size). [STANDARD] / [WIDE] •...
  • Page 74 Recording mode Recording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) ■ About panorama picture playback Pressing will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. Start panorama playback / Pause Stop When the playback is paused, you can scroll forwards and backwards by dragging the screen.

  • Page 75: Taking Pictures According To The Scene (Scene Guide Mode)

    Recording mode Taking pictures according to the scene (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, colour, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.

  • Page 76: Types Of Scene Guide Mode

    Recording mode Taking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode) Types of Scene Guide Mode Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips Press [DISP.] button while the scene selection screen is displayed • When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display...
  • Page 77 Recording mode Taking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode) 8: [Bright Blue Sky] 9: [Romantic Sunset Glow] 10: [Vivid Sunset Glow] 11: [Glistening Water] ● Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on the objects other than water surface. 12: [Clear Nightscape] 13: [Cool Night Sky] 14: [Warm Glowing Nightscape]...
  • Page 78 Recording mode Taking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode) 20: [Appetizing Food] ● For close-up recording, we recommend that you avoid using the flash. 21: [Cute Dessert] ● For close-up recording, we recommend that you avoid using the flash. 22: [Freeze Animal Motion] ●...

  • Page 79: Taking Pictures With Different Picture Effects (Creative Control Mode)

    Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: This mode records with additional picture effects. You can set the effects to be applied to a picture by selecting a sample picture and checking them simultaneously on the screen. Set mode dial to [ Press to select the picture effect...

  • Page 80: Types Of Picture Effects

    Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Types of picture effects Displaying the description of each picture effect (Filter) Press [DISP.] button while the picture effect selection screen is displayed • When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display...
  • Page 81 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) ■ Selecting the colour to be retained ([One Point Color]) After touching [ ], touch [ Select the colour to be retained with and press [MENU/SET] • You can also select it by touch operations. •...
  • Page 82 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Adjusting the picture effects according to your preferences You can easily adjust the setting conditions (such as degree and colouring of an effect) of the picture effects according to your preferences. Press to display the setting screen Rotate the control dial to adjust the setting conditions...
  • Page 83 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set [Cross Process] Colouring Greenish colouring / Bluish colouring / Yellowish colouring / Reddish colouring • Select the desired colour tone by rotating the control dial, and press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 84 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Setting brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) Press to display the setting screen • The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to switch defocus control operation to operation finish.

  • Page 85: Recording Motion Pictures By Setting The Aperture/ Shutter Speed/Iso Sensitivity (Creative Video Mode)

    Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/ shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) Recording mode: Set mode dial to [ Set the menu (→45) → [Motion Picture] → [Exposure Mode] Settings: [P] / [A] / [S] / [M] •...

  • Page 86: Recording Slow Motion Pictures ([High Speed Video])

    Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) Recording Slow Motion Pictures ([High Speed Video]) Slow motion pictures can be recorded by performing recording at a super high speed. When these recordings are played back, the motion is displayed slowly. •...

  • Page 87: Minimising Operational Sounds During Motion Picture Recording ([Silent Operation])

    Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) Minimising operational sounds during motion picture recording ([Silent Operation]) 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 88: Registering Your Own Settings And Recording (Custom Mode)

    Recording mode Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording mode: Registering your own settings ([Cust.Set Mem.]) Up to 3 sets of current camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. ], [ ], [ • Initial setting of the Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Preparations •...

  • Page 89: Recording Using Registered Custom Set

    Recording mode Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording using registered custom set Set mode dial to [ • The custom set you used last time will be called up. ■ To change a custom set Set mode dial to [ Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu Press to select the custom set you want to use, and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 90: Focus, Brightness (Exposure) And Colour Tone Settings

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Recording mode: By setting a focusing action when the shutter button is pressed halfway or an Auto Focus Mode according to the subject and recording conditions, you can let the camera automatically adjust the focus for various scenes.

  • Page 91: Set The Focusing Operation To Be Performed When The Shutter Button Is Pressed Halfway (Afs, Aff, Afc)

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (AFS, AFF, AFC) Recording mode: → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AFS/AFF/AFC] The movement of the Settings subject and the scene Description...

  • Page 92: Switching [Af Mode]

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Switching [AF Mode] Recording mode: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AF Mode] Settings: [ ] (Face/Eye Detection) / [ ] (Tracking) / [...
  • Page 93 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Taking front-on pictures of people (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects. The camera adjusts the focus on the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure using the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ] (Multi Metering)).
  • Page 94 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (tracking) With cursor button operations Align the AF Tracking area with the subject and press the shutter button halfway AF Tracking area When the subject is recognised, the AF tracking area turns green.

  • Page 95: Subject Not Centred In Picture

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Subject not centred in picture (49-area-focusing) Focuses on the subject in the wide range area (up to 49-area- focusing) on the recording screen. Setting the shape of an AF area , etc.
  • Page 96 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Select the AF area Selected AF area When selecting [ ] / [ ] / [ Touch Operation Description operation Touch Moves position Pinch out / Changes the size (3 stages) Pinch in Restores to the initial [DISP.]...
  • Page 97 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Determined position for focus (1-area-focusing) / (Pinpoint-focusing) (1-area-focusing) Focuses on AF area in centre of picture. (Recommended when focus is difficult to align) When the subject is not in the centre of the composition in [ ], you can bring the subject into the AF area, fix the focus and exposure by pressing the shutter button halfway, move the camera to the composition you want with the shutter button pressed halfway, and then take the...

  • Page 98: Changing The Position And Size Of The Af Area

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Changing the position and size of the AF area Recording mode: When [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] in Auto Focus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area.
  • Page 99 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ■ When selecting [ You can set the focus position by selecting an AF area group. The AF area, which is configured with 49 points, is divided into groups consisting of 9 points each (6 points or 4 points for the groups located at the edges of the screen).
  • Page 100 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ■ When selecting [ You can enlarge the screen to perform more precise settings of the focus position. • You cannot set the focus position at the edges of the screen. →...

  • Page 101: Setting The Af Area Position With The Touch Pad

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Setting the AF area position with the touch pad Recording mode: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor. → [Custom] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch Pad AF] [EXACT] Moves the AF area of the viewfinder by touching a desired position on the touch...

  • Page 102: Optimising The Focus And Brightness For A Touched Position

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Optimising the focus and brightness for a touched position Recording mode: → [Custom] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch AF] → [AF+AE] Touch the subject you want to optimise the brightness •...

  • Page 103: Taking Close-Up Pictures (Macro Recording)

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking close-up pictures (Macro recording) Recording mode: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. Press [ ] button ( Press to select the item and press [MENU/SET] You can take pictures of a subject as close as 3 cm (0.098 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide.

  • Page 104: Manual Focus

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focus Recording mode: Manual Focus is convenient when you want to lock the focus to take pictures or when it is difficult to adjust focus using Auto Focus. Press [ ] button ( Press to select [MF] and press...
  • Page 105 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focus Operation Touch operation Description Drag Moves the enlarged area. Pinch in / — Enlarges/reduces the screen in small steps. Pinch out — Enlarges/reduces the screen in large steps. Switches the enlarged display.

  • Page 106: Taking Pictures By Locking The Focus And/Or Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure (AF/AE Lock) Recording mode: The AF/AE Lock function is convenient, for example, when there is too much contrast with the subject and you cannot get appropriate exposure (AE Lock) or when you want to take a still picture composed with the subject outside the AF area (AF Lock).

  • Page 107: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. Press [ ] button ( Rotate the control dial to compensate the exposure Exposure Bracket Exposure Compensation...

  • Page 108: Setting The Iso Sensitivity

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Recording mode: Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting). We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations. → [Rec] → [Sensitivity] Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the control dial ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity is automatically set in a range up to 3200 (with the flash...
  • Page 109 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Setting guide ISO sensitivity [80] [3200] Location Bright Dark (recommended) (outdoors) Shutter speed Slow Fast Interference High Subject blur High ● For details on the available flash range used when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], refer to (→148).

  • Page 110: Adjusting The White Balance

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Recording mode: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
  • Page 111 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixtures, etc., the optimal White Balance will vary depending on the lighting type, so use [AWB], [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ●...

  • Page 112: Performing White Balance Fine Adjustments

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Performing White Balance fine adjustments White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colours still do not appear as anticipated. In step of “Adjusting the White Balance” (→110), select the White Balance and press to perform White Balance fine adjustments : A (amber: orangish colours)

  • Page 113: Bracket Recording Using White Balance

    Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Colour tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Bracket recording using White Balance Bracket settings are performed based on the fine adjustment values for White Balance, and three pictures with different colouring are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once.

  • Page 114: 4K Photo And Drive Settings

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Recording mode: You can take burst pictures of approximately 8 million pixels with a burst rate of 30 fps. You can select and save a frame from the burst file.
  • Page 115 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Press the shutter button halfway Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to perform recording •...
  • Page 116 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Press the shutter button fully • The camera adjusts the focus continuously when using Auto Focus. Except when in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts the exposure continuously.

  • Page 117: Selecting Pictures From 4K Burst File And Saving

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving This section describes how to select pictures from a 4K burst file and save them. For details on how to record 4K burst files, refer to (→114). Select a picture with the [ ] on the playback screen, and press...
  • Page 118 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save <Slide view screen> Position of the displayed frame Operation Touch operation Description Selects the frame you want to save as a picture Drag • You can select a frame from 60 frames (continuous burst time of approximately 2 seconds).
  • Page 119 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save <4K burst playback screen> During pause During continuous playback Operation Touch operation Description Continuous playback / Pause (during continuous playback) Continuous rewind / Pause (during continuous rewind) Fast forward playback / Single-frame forward (while paused) Fast rewind playback / Single-frame rewind (while paused) —...
  • Page 120 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen • Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] to [AUTO] or [4K]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO].

  • Page 121: Notes On The 4K Photo Function

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Notes on the 4K Photo function ■ To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos.
  • Page 122 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ The camera’s setup for the 4K Photo function The camera’s setup is automatically optimised for 4K photo recording. • The following settings are fixed. [4K] (8M) [Picture Size] [4:3]: 3328×2496...
  • Page 123 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ● Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 15 minutes. When using an SDHC memory card, files are split into smaller picture files for recording and playback if the file size exceeds 4 GB.

  • Page 124: Adjusting The Focus After Recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking])

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Recording mode: You can record 4K burst pictures while changing the focus point and then select a focus point after recording. This function is best for non-moving subjects. You can select multiple focus points and combine them into one picture.
  • Page 125 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Press the shutter button fully to start recording Recording progress bar • The focus point changes automatically while recording. When the recording progress bar disappears, recording automatically ends. •...

  • Page 126: Select The Focus Point And Save The Picture ([Post Focus])

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Select the focus point and save the picture ([Post Focus]) On the playback screen, select the image with the ] icon and press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ Touch the focus point •...

  • Page 127: Select The Focus Range To Combine And Create A Single Picture ([Focus Stacking])

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Select the focus range to combine and create a single picture ([Focus Stacking]) Near Focus Distant Touch [ ] on screen in step of “Select the focus point and save the picture ([Post Focus])”...

  • Page 128: Notes On The [Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Touch [ ] to combine and save the picture • The picture will be saved in JPEG format with recording information (Exif information) from the nearest position’s picture, including its shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity information. Notes on the [Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking] ■...

  • Page 129: Selecting A Drive Mode

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Recording mode: You can switch the operation to be performed when you press the shutter button. Press [ ] button ( Press to select the drive mode and press [MENU/SET] Drive Mode When the shutter button is pressed, [Single] only one picture is recorded.

  • Page 130: Burst Function

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Burst function ■ Setting [Burst Rate] After selecting [Burst] and pressing in step (→129), select the burst rate with and press [MENU/SET] (High speed) (Middle speed) (Low speed) [AFS] Speed (pictures/sec.) [AFF] / [AFC] Live View during burst recording None...
  • Page 131 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode ● The burst speed may become slower depending on the following settings: [Sensitivity], [Picture Size], [Quality], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Focus/Release Priority] ● When the burst speed is set to [H] ([AFS/AFF/AFC] in [Rec] menu is set to [AFS] or the focus mode is set to [MF]), the exposure and White Balance are fixed to those of the first picture.

  • Page 132: Taking Pictures With Self-Timer

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Taking pictures with self-timer ■ Setting the self-timer operation After selecting [Self Timer] and pressing in step (→129), select the self-timer operation with , and press [MENU/SET] The shutter is activated after 10 seconds. The shutter is activated after 10 seconds and three pictures are taken at intervals of approximately 2 seconds.

  • Page 133: (Bracket Recording)

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) Recording mode: You can take multiple pictures while automatically adjusting a setting by pressing the shutter button. Set the menu (→45) → [Rec] → [Bracket] → [Bracket Type] Press the shutter button to perform recording while adjusting the exposure.

  • Page 134: Exposure Bracket

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) Exposure Bracket ■ About [More settings] (step in (→133)) Sets the number of pictures to be taken and the exposure compensation range. [Step] ] (Takes three pictures with an interval of 1/3 EV) to [ (Takes seven pictures with an interval of 1 EV) [Sequence] Sets the order in which pictures are taken.

  • Page 135: [Time Lapse Shot]

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures automatically at set intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Recording mode: You can preset data such as recording start time and time lapse to take still pictures automatically. This setting is convenient for taking pictures at constant intervals for landscape scenes, observation of the gradual changes in animals/plants, and other applications.
  • Page 136 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures automatically at set intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Select the motion picture creation method • [Rec Format]: [MP4] [Rec Quality] Sets the picture quality of the motion picture. Set the number of frames per second. The higher the number is, the [Frame Rate] smoother the motion picture will be.

  • Page 137: Creating Stop Motion Animation [Stop Motion Animation]

    4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] Recording mode: You can stitch still pictures to create stop motion animation. The pictures are recorded as a set of group pictures (→166). • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→30) Set the menu (→45)
  • Page 138 4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] Touch [ ] to end the recording • You can also end the recording by selecting [Stop Motion Animation] in the [Rec] menu, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on the confirmation screen.
  • Page 139 4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] ● [Auto Shooting] may not be performed according to the preset interval because recording could take time under some recording conditions, such as when pictures are taken using a flash. ●...

  • Page 140: Stabiliser, Zoom And Flash

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Correcting jitter Recording mode: Automatically detects and prevents jitter. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [Stabilizer] Corrects vertical and horizontal jitter. (Normal) Corrects vertical jitter. This setting is ideal for panning (technique of recording a subject by matching the camera movement with the movement of a subject going (Panning) in a specific direction).
  • Page 141 Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Correcting jitter ● When you use a tripod, we recommend setting [Stabilizer] to [OFF]. ● [Stabilizer] cannot be used by selecting [ ] (Normal) in Panorama Shot Mode. ● In the following cases, the [Stabilizer] will switch to [ ] (Normal), even if it is set to [ (Panning): •...

  • Page 142: Using Zoom

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom Zoom types and use Optical Zoom Recording mode: You can zoom in without degrading the picture quality. Maximum magnification: 30x ● This function is not available in the following case: • When recording with [Macro Zoom] Extra optical zoom Recording mode: This function works when picture sizes with [...
  • Page 143 Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom [i.Zoom] Recording mode: You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] →...

  • Page 144: Digital Zoom

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom [Digital Zoom] Recording mode: Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extra optical zoom. When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.Zoom], you can only increase the zoom ratio up to 2x. Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality. →...

  • Page 145: Using The Zoom By Performing Touch Operations (Touch Zoom)

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom Using the zoom by performing touch operations (Touch zoom) Touch [ Touch [ • The slide bar is displayed. Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide • The zoom speed varies depending on the touched position. ] / [ ] Slow zooming ] Fast zooming...

  • Page 146: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures with flash Changing Flash Mode Recording mode: Set the flash to match the recording. Press [ ] button ( ) : [Auto] The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. : Auto The flash fires automatically to control red eye according to recording conditions.
  • Page 147 Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures with flash ■ Flash settings for each Recording mode (○: Available, –: Not available) Recording mode Programme AE Mode ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Aperture-Priority AE Mode Shutter-Priority AE Mode ○ ○ – – ○...

  • Page 148: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures with flash ■ Shutter speeds for each flash mode Flash Mode Shutter speed (seconds) Flash Mode Shutter speed (seconds) 1 - 1/16000 1/60 - 1/2000 - 1/16000 The shutter speed is set to 4 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and Manual Exposure Mode. The shutter speed is set to 30 seconds in [Artistic Nightscape] (Scene Guide Mode).

  • Page 149: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Recording mode: You can record full high-definition quality images that comply with the AVCHD standard, as well as motion pictures recorded in MP4. You can also record a 4K motion picture in MP4.
  • Page 150 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture ● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, [ ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through. Wait until the camera cools down. ● Note that if you perform operations such as zoom, using buttons or dials, while recording a motion picture, operation noise may be recorded.

  • Page 151: Setting The Format, Picture Size And Recording Frame Rate

    Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Setting the format, picture size and recording frame rate Set the menu (→45) → [Motion Picture] → [Rec Format] [AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other [MP4] such devices.
  • Page 152 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture • The quality becomes higher when the number of bit rate gets bigger. This unit uses the “VBR” recording method, and the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. Therefore, the recording time is shortened when a subject with fast movement is recorded.

  • Page 153: Adjusting The Focus While Recording Motion Pictures ([Continuous Af])

    Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Adjusting the focus while recording motion pictures ([Continuous AF]) Recording mode: Focusing varies depending on the setting of focus and the setting of [Continuous AF] in the [Motion Picture] menu. → [Motion Picture] → [Continuous AF] Focus setting [Continuous AF] Setting...

  • Page 154: Pan Or Zoom While Recording With The Camera In A Fixed Position [4K Live Cropping]

    Recording motion pictures Pan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping] Recording mode: By cropping your motion picture down from the 4K angle of view to Full High Definition, you can record a motion picture that pans and zooms in/out while leaving the camera in a fixed position.
  • Page 155 Recording motion pictures Pan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping] Set the crop start frame and press [MENU/SET] to set Start Start Crop start frame • When making settings for the first time, a crop start frame of size 1920×1080 is displayed.
  • Page 156 Recording motion pictures Pan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping] ■ Changing the position and size of a crop frame Press [Fn1] button while the recording screen is displayed, and perform steps ■...

  • Page 157: Taking Still Pictures While A Motion Picture Is Being Recorded

    Recording motion pictures Taking still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Recording mode: Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording • Up to 30 pictures can be recorded. • Simultaneous recording indicator is displayed while recording still pictures.

  • Page 158: Recording Snap Movies

    • Motion pictures will be recorded with [FHD/20M/25p] 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.
  • Page 159 Recording motion pictures Recording Snap Movies ■ Changing the settings → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [SET] [Record time] Sets the recording time of motion pictures. [Pull Focus] Allows dramatic imaging expression by shifting focus gradually at the start of recording.

  • Page 160: Touch Operation

    Recording motion pictures Recording Snap Movies Setting up [Pull Focus] Set the frames that specify the positions where the [Pull Focus] starts (first position) and stops (second position). Touch operation Touch a subject (first position), drag your finger to the desired location (second position), and release the finger.

  • Page 161: Playing Back And Editing Pictures

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing your pictures Press [ ] (Playback) button Press to select a picture to be displayed • When you press and hold , the pictures are displayed one after another. • Pictures can also be forwarded or rewound by rotating the control dial or dragging the screen horizontally (→42).

  • Page 162: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon ([ Press to start playback Motion picture recording time •...

  • Page 163: Capturing Still Pictures From Motion Pictures

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing motion pictures Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pressing to pause a motion picture being played back on the camera •...

  • Page 164: Switching The Playback Method

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Move the zoom lever toward T side Current zoom position • Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x.

  • Page 165: Viewing Pictures By Their Recording Date "Calendar Playback

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Move the zoom lever toward the W side to display the calendar screen to select recording date and press [MENU/SET] TUEWEDTHU FRI SAT Selected date •...

  • Page 166: Viewing Group Pictures

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures You can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one. ]: Group picture saved using [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] (→212) 15 pic. 15 pic. ]: Group pictures recorded using [Time Lapse Shot] (→135) ]: Group pictures recorded using [Stop Motion...

  • Page 167: Deleting Pictures

    Playing Back and Editing Pictures Deleting pictures Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. [Delete Single] Press [ ] button to delete displayed picture • The same operation can be performed by touching [ to select [Delete Single] and press [MENU/SET] To delete multiple (up to 100 )/To delete all pictures * A picture group (→166)

  • Page 168: Using Menu Functions

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Rec] →168 [Custom] →186 [Playback] →204 [Motion Picture] →184 [Setup] →196 [Rec] • The [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [i.Zoom], [Digital Zoom] and [Stabilizer] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.

  • Page 169: [Photo Style]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Photo Style] Recording mode: You can adjust the colours and picture quality according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. → [Rec] → [Photo Style] [Standard] Standard setting. [Vivid] Setting with slightly high contrast and saturation. [Natural] Setting with slightly low contrast.

  • Page 170: Adjusting The Picture Quality

    Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Adjusting the picture quality Standard • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. Press to select the type of Photo Style Press to select an item and press to adjust Increases the contrast in a picture.

  • Page 171: [Filter Settings]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Filter Settings] Recording mode: You can apply picture effects (filters) that are available for Creative Control Mode to images in other modes, such as Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Panorama Shot Mode. (→79) → [Rec] → [Filter Settings] → [Filter Effect] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] / [SET] ■...

  • Page 172: Aspect Ratio

    Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Taking two still pictures with and without picture effects ([Simultaneous record w/o filter]) You can take two still pictures at the same time by pressing the shutter button once; one with effects and one without effects. →...

  • Page 173: [Picture Size]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Picture Size] Recording mode: The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. → [Rec] → [Picture Size] [Aspect Ratio] 16:9 [L] 20M [L] 17M [L] 14.5M...
  • Page 174 Using Menu Functions Menu list About RAW file In RAW file format the data is saved without any picture processing by the camera. To play back and edit RAW file pictures, you must use this unit or dedicated software. • You can develop the RAW file pictures using [RAW Processing] in the [Playback] menu. (→210) •...

  • Page 175: [I.dynamic]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [i.Dynamic] Recording mode: Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colours when there is significant contrast between background and subject. → [Rec] → [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO] / [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [LOW] / [OFF] ●...

  • Page 176: [Hdr]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [HDR] Recording mode: The camera can combine 3 still pictures taken at different exposures into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. The individual pictures used to create the HDR picture are not saved. You can minimise the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large.

  • Page 177: Flash

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Shutter Type] Recording mode: You can take pictures using two types of shutter modes: the mechanical shutter and electronic shutter. Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter Flash ○ – Shutter Speed - 1/2000 - 1/16000 (seconds) Mechanical shutter sound Shutter sound Electronic shutter sound Electronic shutter sound...

  • Page 178: Iso Limit Set

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Red-Eye Removal] Recording mode: Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ([ ], [ ] or [ → [Rec] → [Red-Eye Removal] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● When this function is set to [ON], the flash icon changes to [ ●...
  • Page 179 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Extended ISO] Recording mode: You can extend the numeric values that can be set for ISO Sensitivity. → [Rec] → [Extended ISO] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● The setting cannot be made during 4K photo recording or recording in [Post Focus]. [Diffraction Compensation] Recording mode: The camera raises the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when...

  • Page 180: Face Recog

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Face Recog.] Recording mode: The Face Recognition function recognises a face similar to a registered face and automatically adjusts focus and exposure for the face with higher priority. Even if a person you want to focus on is standing at the back or corner in a group photo, the camera will automatically recognise the person and record this person’s face clearly.

  • Page 181: Registering Face Pictures

    Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET] to select [New] and press [MENU/SET] Align the face with the guide and record •...
  • Page 182 Using Menu Functions Menu list Recording tips when registering face pictures Good example for registering a face • Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the subject face the camera directly, and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are not hidden by hair.

  • Page 183: Profile Setup

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Profile Setup] Recording mode: You can set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/years in the picture. ■ Setting the name and age in months/years →...

  • Page 184: [Motion Picture]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Motion Picture] • The [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [i.Zoom], [Digital Zoom] and [Stabilizer] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.

  • Page 185: [Wind Noise Canceller]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Flkr Decrease] Recording mode: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. → [Motion Picture] → [Flkr Decrease] Settings: [1/50] / [1/60] / [1/100] / [1/120] / [OFF] [Wind Noise Canceller] Recording mode: This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphone while maintaining...

  • Page 186: [Custom]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Custom] → [Custom] • [Cust.Set Mem.] (→88) • [Highlight] (→191) • [Silent Mode] (→186) • [Zebra Pattern] (→192) • [AF/AE Lock] (→106) • [Monochrome Live View] (→192) • [AF/AE Lock Hold] (→187) • [Expo.Meter] (→193) •...
  • Page 187 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [AF/AE Lock Hold] Focus and exposure stays locked even if you press and release the function button where [AF/AE LOCK] is registered. Press the button again to cancel the lock. [Shutter AF] Set whether or not the focus is adjusted automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 188: Af Assist Lamp

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Pinpoint AF Display] Sets whether to display the assist screen that appears when Auto Focus Mode is set to ] in a window or full screen. [AF Assist Lamp] Illuminates the AF Assist Lamp when the shutter button is pressed halfway when it is too dark to facilitate focusing.
  • Page 189 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [AF+MF] You can manually perform fine focusing during AF Lock (pressing the shutter button halfway when [AFS/AFF/AFC] in [Rec] menu is set to [AFS] or setting AF Lock using the [AF/AE LOCK]). [MF Assist] Sets whether to display the MF Assist (enlarged screen) during Manual Focus.
  • Page 190 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Peaking] When you perform Manual Focus operation, this function automatically adds colour to the portions of the image that are in Focus (portions on the screen with clear outlines). ● When [Detect Level] in [SET] is set to [HIGH], portions to be highlighted are reduced, allowing you to achieve a more precise focus.

  • Page 191: [Center Marker]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Guide Line] Sets the pattern of the guidelines to be displayed while recording. ● When you select [ ], you can move the position of the guideline by pressing ● You can also set the position directly by touching [ ] on the guideline of the recording screen.

  • Page 192: [Zebra Pattern]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Zebra Pattern] You can check the area in a picture, which could result in overexposure, by displaying such an area using a zebra pattern. [ZEBRA1]: [ZEBRA2]: Select [SET] to set the brightness to be displayed for each zebra pattern. •...

  • Page 193: Rec Area

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Expo.Meter] Enabling/disabling the exposure meter display. Exposure meter ● When you set this function to [ON], an exposure meter is displayed during Programme Shift, aperture setting, and shutter speed operation. ● Proper exposure is not possible in the range indicated in red. ●...

  • Page 194: Auto Review]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Auto Review] Set the time to display the pictures you have taken after taking still pictures. ● When [HOLD] is selected, pictures are displayed until you press the shutter button halfway. ● During 4K Photo recording and [Post Focus] recording, the [Auto Review] settings items change to [ON] and [OFF].

  • Page 195: Menu Guide

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] [Self Shot] If this is set to [OFF], the camera will not switch to Self Shot Mode (→58) even if you rotate the monitor. [Touch Settings] Enabling/disabling the touch operation. [Touch Screen] All touch operations. Operations of tabs, such as [ ] displayed on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 196: [Setup]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Setup] → [Setup] • [Online Manual] (→196) • [Menu Background] (→201) • [Clock Set] (→30) • [Menu Information] (→202) • [World Time] (→196) • [Language] (→202) • [Travel Date] (→197) • [Version Disp.] (→202) • [Wi-Fi] (→197) •...

  • Page 197: Travel Date

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] ■ To set daylight savings Press in step . (Press again to release the setting) • When daylight savings [ ] is set, the current time is advanced by 1 hour. If the setting is cancelled, the time automatically returns to the current time.

  • Page 198: Beep]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Beep] Sets the beep sounds or shutter sounds. ■ [Beep Volume] ■ [Shutter Vol.] ■ [Shutter Tone] ● When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON], [Beep] is not available. [Live View Mode] Sets the display speed and picture quality of the screen (Live View screen) when recording pictures.

  • Page 199: Monitor Luminance

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder] Adjust brightness and colour of the monitor or viewfinder. [Brightness] Adjusts the brightness. [Contrast] Adjusts the contrast. [Saturation] Adjusts the vividness of colours. [Red Tint] Adjusts red hues. [Blue Tint] Adjusts blue hues.

  • Page 200: Economy]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Economy] ■ [Auto Power Off] The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. • When you want to use the camera again, turn the camera back on. ■...

  • Page 201: Menu Resume

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [TV Connection] ■ [HDMI Mode (Play)] Set the format for the output. [AUTO] Automatically sets the output resolution based on information from a connected TV. Outputs pictures with a output resolution of 3840×2160 pixels using a progressive scan [4K] method for the number of effective scanning lines (2,160 lines).

  • Page 202: Version Disp

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Menu Information] Explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. ● If you set a different language by mistake, select [ ] from the menu icons to set the desired language.

  • Page 203: Demo Mode

    Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Reset] The following settings are reset to the default: ■ Recording settings (except for [Face Recog.] and [Profile Setup] settings) and drive mode ■ Recording settings ([Face Recog.] and [Profile Setup] settings) ■ Setup/custom settings ●...

  • Page 204: [Playback]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Playback] • [Slide Show] (→205) • [Time Lapse Video] (→217) • [Playback Mode] (→206) • [Stop Motion Video] (→218) • [Location Logging] (→207) • [Resize] (→218) • [Beauty Retouch] (→208) • [Cropping] (→219) • [RAW Processing] (→210) •...

  • Page 205: Slide Show]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Slide Show] Automatically plays back recorded pictures, one after another. You can organise slide shows composed of only still pictures or only motion pictures. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. → [Playback] → [Slide Show] to select the item and press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 206: Picture Playback

    Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ To change settings Select [Effect] or [Setup] and press [MENU/SET]. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Setup] [Duration] • [Duration] can be set only when [Effect] is set to [OFF]. [Repeat] [ON] / [OFF] [Sound]...

  • Page 207: Location Logging]

    Preparation Send location information to this unit from your smartphone/tablet. (→235) • You must install “Panasonic Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. (→228) → [Playback] → [Location Logging]...

  • Page 208: Beauty Retouch]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Beauty Retouch] Apply aesthetic and makeup effects to faces in your pictures. → [Playback] → [Beauty Retouch] to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] Press to select the face of the person to edit, and press [MENU/SET] •...
  • Page 209 Using Menu Functions Menu list ● You cannot retouch two or more people at once. Save the picture once and then select the next person. ● The brightness or colour between a picture viewed before saving and the saved picture may be different.

  • Page 210: Raw Processing]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created still pictures are saved in JPEG format. → [Playback] → [RAW Processing] Press to select RAW file and press [MENU/SET] Press to select the item and then press [MENU/SET] to set...
  • Page 211 Using Menu Functions Menu list Press [MENU/SET] to finalise the setting • The screen in step reappears. To set another item, repeat steps Press to select [Begin Processing] and press [MENU/SET] ■ Setting each item When you select an item, the setting screen appears. Touch Operation Description...

  • Page 212: K Photo Bulk Saving]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list The following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison screen. Current setting Touch Operation Description operation Drag Used to make adjustments [DISP.] [DISP.] Used to return to the setting screen Used to finalise an adjustment you [MENU/SET] [Set] just made and to return to the item...

  • Page 213: Light Composition]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Light Composition] Select multiple frames from 4K burst files that you wish to combine. Parts of the image that are brighter than the preceding frame will be superimposed on the preceding frame to combine the frames into one picture. →...

  • Page 214: Clear Retouch]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Clear Retouch] You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures taken. • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables the touch operation. → [Playback] → [Clear Retouch] to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] Drag your finger over the part you want to erase •...

  • Page 215: Title Edit]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Title Edit] You can enter characters (titles etc.) on a recorded picture. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (→216). → [Playback] → [Title Edit] Select a still picture (→204) •...

  • Page 216: Text Stamp]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination, travel dates, etc. on the recorded still pictures. → [Playback] → [Text Stamp] Select a still picture (→204) • [ ] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text. to select [Set] and press [MENU/SET] [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date...

  • Page 217: Video Divide

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when travelling.

  • Page 218: Resize]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Stop Motion Video] You can create a motion picture from the pictures in a group that was recorded using [Stop Motion Animation]. The motion picture you created is saved in the MP4 recording format. → [Playback] →...

  • Page 219: Cropping]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. → [Playback] → [Cropping] to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] • You can also touch [ ] / [ ] to enlarge/reduce.

  • Page 220: Favorite]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. → [Playback] → [Rotate Disp.] → [ON] ● When you play back pictures on a PC, they cannot be displayed in the rotated direction unless the OS or software is compatible with Exif.

  • Page 221: Print Set]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print-compatible shops or printers. (Contact the local photo printing store or read operating instructions of the printer to check if DPOF is supported.) →...

  • Page 222: Protect]

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. → [Playback] → [Protect] Select picture (→204) ■ To clear all Select [Protect] → [Cancel] → [Yes], and then press [MENU/SET] When you set the write-protect switch on the card to the “LOCK” position, the picture is not erased.

  • Page 223: Picture Sort

    Using Menu Functions Menu list [Picture Sort] You can set the display sequence used for playing back pictures on this unit. → [Playback] → [Picture Sort] Displays pictures in the folder name or file name sequence. This display [FILE NAME] format allows you to find the storage location of a picture on a card more easily.

  • Page 224: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function ® Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet (→228) Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone Saving pictures in the camera to a smartphone Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services Writing the location information on pictures in the camera Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your...

  • Page 225: Wi-Fi Function

    Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Function ■ Before Use • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→30) • To use the Wi-Fi function on this unit, a wireless access point or a destination device equipped with the wireless LAN function is required. ■...
  • Page 226 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Function ■ Operations that can be performed by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button If you press the [Wi-Fi] button when you do not have a Wi-Fi connection, the camera enters a standby mode in which it can connect directly to the smartphone. (→229) •...
  • Page 227 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Function ■ Describing method When selecting “[Select a destination from History]”, etc. is described in a step, perform any of the following operations. With cursor button operations Use cursor button to select [Select a destination from History] and press [MENU/SET]. With touch screen operations Touch [Select a destination from History].

  • Page 228: Operating The Camera By Connecting It To A Smartphone

    Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone. The “Panasonic Image App” (hereafter “Image App”) must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” Supported OS Android™: Android 4.1 or later...

  • Page 229: Connecting To A Smartphone

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Connecting to a smartphone Connecting without using the password You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this unit without entering a password on your smartphone. (On the camera) → [Setup] →...
  • Page 230 Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Using a password to set up a connection When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [ON], you can strengthen security by using manual input or a QR code for password authentication. Preparation (On the camera) Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON].

  • Page 231: Changing The Connection Method

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone ■ Manually entering a password to set up a connection (On the camera) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Remote Shooting & View] SSID and Password QR Code •...
  • Page 232 Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Select [Via Network] and press [MENU/SET] • Connect the camera to a wireless access point by following the connection method (→256). (On your smartphone) Set Wi-Fi function to “ON”...

  • Page 233: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone (Remote Recording)

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) Connect to a smartphone (→229) Operate the smartphone Select [ Take pictures • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Some settings are not available. ●...

  • Page 234: Playing Back Pictures In The Camera On A Smartphone

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone Connect to a smartphone (→229) Operate the smartphone Switch the Select [ device of the • You can switch a device of pictures to be displayed using the icon at pictures to be the top left on the screen.

  • Page 235: Sending Pictures In The Camera To Social Networking Services

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services Connect to a smartphone (→229) Operate the smartphone Switch the Select [ device of the • You can switch a device of pictures to pictures to be be displayed using the icon at the top displayed...
  • Page 236 Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone ■ Recording location information and taking pictures Start recording the location information on your smartphone Start “Image App” (→228) Select [ Select [ Select [ Start geotagging] Take pictures using the camera End recording of the location information on your smartphone Select [ Stop geotagging] to end recording of location information...

  • Page 237: Combining Motion Pictures Recorded With Snap Movie According To Your Preference On A Smartphone

    Wi-Fi Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your preference on a smartphone Using a smartphone, you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera’s [Snap Movie] function (→158). Music can be added to motion pictures to be combined. In addition, you can save the combined motion picture or upload it on a web service.

  • Page 238: Displaying Still Pictures On A Tv

    Wi-Fi Displaying still pictures on a TV You can display still pictures on a TV that is compatible with a DLNA certified digital media renderer (DMR) function. Preparation Set the TV to DLNA waiting Mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. →...

  • Page 239: Sending Pictures

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures When sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then select the method of sending pictures. After you have completed connecting, you can also change the sending settings, such as the size of pictures to be sent. ■ Images that can be sent 4K Burst File Destination JPEG...

  • Page 240: Send Images Stored In The Camera

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures ● Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. ● If you turn off the camera before you have completed sending, or if you close the Wi-Fi connection, or in similar situations, unsent files will not be resent. ●...

  • Page 241: Sending Images

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures Changing the settings for sending images After you have completed connecting, you can change the sending settings, such as the size of pictures to be sent, by pressing the [DISP.] button. Resize the image to send. [Original] / [Auto] / [Change] •...

  • Page 242: Smartphone

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures to a smartphone Preparation Install “Image App” in advance. (→228) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] → [Smartphone] Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→256, 258) (On your smartphone) ■...

  • Page 243: Wireless Printing

    Wi-Fi Wireless printing You can print out recorded still pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) * printer. Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. Contact the printer manufacturers for details on PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printers. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] →...

  • Page 244: Sending Pictures To Av Device

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures to AV device Still pictures and motion pictures can be sent to AV devices in the home (home AV devices), such as DLNA compatible recorders. Home AV device Wireless access point Preparations When sending a picture to AV devices, set your device to DLNA waiting mode. •...

  • Page 245: Sending Pictures To A Pc

    Wi-Fi Sending pictures to a PC Still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera can be sent to a PC. Preparations • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC (below). •...
  • Page 246 Wi-Fi Sending pictures to a PC Sending pictures to a PC → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] → [PC] Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→256, 258) Select the PC you want to connect to •...

  • Page 247: Using Web Services

    To send images to a WEB service, you need to register the WEB service. (→248) ● Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on WEB services. ● When uploading images to the WEB service, do not delete images from this camera, even after they have finished sending, until you have checked that they have been properly uploaded to the WEB service.
  • Page 248 Registering the WEB service to “LUMIX CLUB” Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. https://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 249 Wi-Fi Using WEB services ■ Quickly sending pictures in the camera to WEB services Once you send a picture, you can send pictures to the WEB service as quickly and easily as using a smartphone, only when the environment for connecting to a wireless access point is available.

  • Page 250: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]

    Wi-Fi Using WEB services When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparation You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→251) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (→268) on a PC or “Image App” on a smartphone to configure the Cloud Sync.

  • Page 251: Using "Lumix Club

    • You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” login ID for this unit and a smartphone. (→253) Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note; • The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected problems, and service contents may be changed or added to, without prior notice to the users.
  • Page 252 Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Acquiring a new login ID ([New account]) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] → [LUMIX CLUB] → [Set/Add Account] → [New account] • Connect to the network. Proceed to the next page by selecting [Next]. •...
  • Page 253 Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Using a previously acquired login ID/confirming and changing login ID and password ([Set Login ID]) Preparation To use a previously acquired login ID, confirm your ID and password. To change the “LUMIX CLUB” password on the camera, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB”...
  • Page 254 Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Check the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of use Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] → [LUMIX CLUB] → [Terms of use] Delete your login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the login ID from the camera when transferring it to another party or disposing of it.

  • Page 255: About Connections

    Wi-Fi About connections The following types of connections are available. Connect after selecting the Wi-Fi function [New Connection] (→229, 238, 239) and destination. [Select a destination from Connect using the same settings as a History] previous Wi-Fi connection. (→259) [Select a destination from Connect using settings registered to Favorite] Favourite.

  • Page 256: Connecting Via A Wireless Access Point

    Wi-Fi About connections Connecting via a wireless access point ([Via Network]) Select a connection method to the wireless access point. • WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices.
  • Page 257 Wi-Fi About connections Select the wireless access point you are connecting to • Pressing [DISP.] button will search for a wireless access point again. • If no wireless access point is found, refer to “When connecting with [Manual Input]” (→257). (If network authentication is encrypted) Enter the encryption key •...

  • Page 258: Connecting Directly ([Direct])

    Wi-Fi About connections Connecting directly ([Direct]) Select a connection method with which your equipment is compatible. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. [WPS (Push-Button)] On the camera screen, select [WPS (Push-Button)] Set the device to WPS mode •...

  • Page 259: Connecting Quickly With The Same Settings As Used Previously

    Wi-Fi About connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite]) The camera keeps a History of times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items in the History to Favourite. You can easily connect with the same settings as used previously by connecting from History or Favourite.
  • Page 260 Wi-Fi About connections Editing items registered in Favourite → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Select a destination from Favorite] Select the Favourite item you wish to edit and press [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] Select the destination.

  • Page 261: [Wi-Fi Setup]

    Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Setup] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] [Wi-Fi Password] [ON]: Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID and You can improve security password.

  • Page 262: Connecting With Other Devices

    • When the [VIERA Link] setting on the camera is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA), the television automatically switches its input and the playback screen is displayed. For details (→266).

  • Page 263: Storing 4K Motion Pictures

    Storing 4K motion pictures You cannot transfer or copy motion pictures recorded in [Rec Quality] with [4K] to a Blu-ray disc or DVD using a Panasonic recorder. (Current as of May 2017) ■ Storing 4K motion pictures on your PC For details, refer to (→267).

  • Page 264: Viewing On Tv Screen

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI micro cable. Preparation Turn off both camera and TV. Connect camera to TV Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket.
  • Page 265 Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen ● Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the aspect ratio setting. ● Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. ●...

  • Page 266: Viera Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control™)

    CEC-compatible devices. Refer to your product manual to verify compatibility with VIERA Link (HDMI). ● This camera supports VIERA Link (HDMI) Version 5. This is the Panasonic standard that also supports previous Panasonic VIERA Link devices. Preparation Set [VIERA Link] to [ON] (→201).

  • Page 267: Storing Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc

    Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the instruction manual for your computer.

  • Page 268: Downloading Software

    You can also correct still pictures, edit motion pictures, or write to DVD. Check the website below to download/install the software. The software is available for download until the end of May 2022. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_pfs99pe.html • Operating environment ® Windows 10 (32-bit/64-bit) ®...

  • Page 269: Silkypix

    Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE This software develops and edits RAW file pictures. Edited pictures can be saved in a file format such as JPEG or TIFF that can be displayed on a PC, etc. Check the website below to download/install the software.

  • Page 270: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Preparations • Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→268) • Turn on the camera and computer. Connect camera to computer •...
  • Page 271 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ■ Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. •...

  • Page 272: Storing Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures In The Recorder

    If you insert a card that has pictures recorded with this camera into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu-ray Disc or DVD etc. • The method of importing still pictures and motion pictures recorded in this unit to other devices will vary depending on the file format (JPEG, RAW, AVCHD, or MP4).

  • Page 273: Printing

    Connecting with other devices Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. Preparations • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. • Turn on the camera and printer. Connect camera to printer •...

  • Page 274: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Connecting with other devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Multiple pictures are printed at one time. Press to select [Multi Print] in step of “Printing” (→273) to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [Multi Select] Scroll between pictures with , select pictures to print with [MENU/SET] (Press [MENU/SET] again to release selection.) to select [OK], and press [MENU/SET] [Select All]...

  • Page 275: Printing With Date And Text

    Connecting with other devices Printing ■ Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Sets number of pictures (up to 999 pictures). [Paper Size] Sets the paper size.

  • Page 276: Optional Accessories

    By using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC10: optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional), you can record and play back without worrying about the remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor. ●...

  • Page 277: List Of Monitor/Viewfinder Displays

    Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. • The information displayed, such as histograms, magnifications, and numeric values, are only for the purpose of reference. In recording Elapsed recording time XXhXXmXXs...
  • Page 278 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays [Quality] (→173) Name (→183) 200fps 100fps [High Speed Video] (→86) Travel elapsed days (→197) [AFS/AFF/AFC] (→91)/ Age in years/months (→183) AFS AFF AFC MF (→104) Location (→197) [AF Mode] (→92) Current date/time Travel destination setting (→196) [Pull Focus] (→160)
  • Page 279 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays [Dial Guide] (→193) Function buttons (→49) White Balance Bracket (→113) White Balance Fine Adjustment Colouring (→57) (→112) Defocus control function White Balance (→110) (→57, 84) Colouring (→56) Brightness (exposure) (→57, 84) Number of recordable pictures (→28) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect])
  • Page 280 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays In playback 15 pic. 15 pic. 1ST DAY 1ST DAY 11 months 20 days 11 months 20 days Playback Mode (→206) Icon indicating the presence of a marker (→118, 119) Protected picture (→222) After Beauty Retouch (→208) Number of prints (→221)
  • Page 281 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Clear Retouch completed icon Name (→181, 183) (→214) Location (→197) Acquiring information icon Title (→215) Playback (Motion Pictures) (→162) 1ST DAY Travel elapsed days (→197) Upload (Wi-Fi) icon (→249) Recording information Burst Picture Group Display (→166) [Time Lapse Shot] Picture Group Display...
  • Page 282 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays ■ Detailed information display 10:00 1.DEC.2017 100-0001 Recording information [Aspect Ratio] (→172)/ [Picture Size] (→173) [Stabilizer] (→140) [Rec Format]/[Rec Quality] [i.Dynamic] (→175) (→151) [HDR] (→176)/[iHDR] (→56) 200fps 100fps [High Speed Video] (→86) [i.Resolution] (→175) [Quality] (→173) 4K Photo (4K burst file) (→114)

  • Page 283: Message Displays

    • Use a compatible card. (→27) ■ Battery [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if display still remains. • Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminal. DVQP1304...
  • Page 284 Others Message displays ■ Wi-Fi function [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] • The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (→256) •...

  • Page 285: Q&A

    (→285 - 293) first. If the problem persists, Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→203). Also, see the Panasonic support site for the latest support information. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.) ■ Battery, power The charging lamp blinks.
  • Page 286 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Recording Cannot record pictures. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • When [Focus/Release Priority] is set to [FOCUS], the camera will not record until proper focusing is achieved. (→188) Recorded pictures look white. •...
  • Page 287 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. This is not a malfunction. • If you are taking still pictures using the electronic shutter, the striping may be reduced by setting a slower shutter speed.
  • Page 288 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Motion Picture Cannot record motion pictures. • When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to take a picture for a while after you turn on the camera. Motion picture recording stops midway. •...
  • Page 289 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Monitor/viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder is turned off although the camera is turned on. • If no operations are performed during the set time period [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] (→200) activated, and the monitor/viewfinder turns off. • When a hand or an object is close to the eye sensor, the monitor display mode could be switched to viewfinder display mode.
  • Page 290 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Wi-Fi function 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 wireless LAN network. •...
  • Page 291 Others Q&A Troubleshooting The Wi-Fi connection is not recognising my PC. The camera cannot be connected to Mac computer/Windows PC via Wi-Fi connection. • By default, the Wi-Fi connection uses the default workgroup name of “WORKGROUP”. If the name of the workgroup has been changed, it will not be recognised. →...
  • Page 292 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not coloured. • Not connected correctly (→264). • The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. VIERA Link (HDMI) is not working. • Is the camera’s [VIERA Link] setting set to [ON]? (→201) →...
  • Page 293 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Others The lens makes a clicking noise. • When the camera is turned on or off, the lens is moved, or an aperture operation is performed, such a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. •...

  • Page 294: Usage Cautions And Notes

    Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ● 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 295: Caring For Your Camera

    Others Usage cautions and notes Caring for your camera To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (optional) or a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ● Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth. ●...
  • Page 296 Others Usage cautions and notes Lens ● Do not press the lens with excessive force. ● Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the camera on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

  • Page 297: Memory Cards

    • Do not touch terminals on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ● 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. ●...

  • Page 298: Personal Information

    • Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
  • Page 299 Use of the Wi-Fi function of this camera is presumed to be in countries where this camera is sold There is the risk that the camera violates the radio wave regulations if used in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ■...
  • Page 300 HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries. ● HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ● “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
  • Page 301 Others Usage cautions and notes This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video.
  • Page 302 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.

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