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Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Complete Guide> Digital Camera DC-S1M2 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support/register (U.S. customers only) DVQP3227ZA F0525TN0...
About Operating Instructions This document, “Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Complete Guide>”, includes detailed explanations of all the functions and operations of the camera. • The external design and specifications of this product, as described in this document, may differ from the actual product. •...
About Operating Instructions Operating symbols In this document, camera operation is explained using the following symbols: Front dial Rear dial (C) 3421: Cursor button up/down/left/right Joystick up/down/left/right Press the center of the joystick [MENU/SET] button Control dial...
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About Operating Instructions • Other symbols, such as icons shown on the camera screen, are also used in explanations. • This document describes the procedure for selecting menu items as follows: Example) Set [JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality] of the [Photo] ([Image Quality]) menu to [STD.].
Contents About Operating Instructions Introduction Before Use.................20 Standard Accessories..............23 Lenses That Can Be Used............25 Memory Cards That Can Be Used..........26 Names of Parts ................29 Camera....................29 Supplied Lens..................37 Viewfinder/Monitor Displays .............. 39 Getting Started Attaching a Shoulder Strap............43 Charging the Battery..............45 Charging with the Charger ..............
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Contents Basic Operations How to Hold the Camera ............78 Photo/Video/S&Q Switch ............80 Selecting the Recording Mode...........81 Camera Setting Operations ............83 Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings ..........90 Setting the Viewfinder ............... 90 Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder ........ 91 Switching the Display Information ............. 94 Quick Menu................97 Control Panel ................99 Menu Operation Methods ............102...
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Contents Recording Videos Basic Video Operations ............135 [System Frequency]..............146 [Rec. File Format(Video)]............148 [Rec Quality] ................150 RAW Video Recording.............173 Proxy Recording ..............175 [Image Area of Video] ..............180 Focus / Zoom Selecting the Focus Mode ............183 Using AF ..................185 [AF-Point Scope] ................190 [AF Custom Setting(Photo)] ............
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Contents Focus on and Adjust Brightness for the Touched Position ([AF+AE])..................228 Moving the AF Area Position with the Touch Pad ......229 [Focus Switching for Vert / Hor]............231 Record Using MF..............232 [Focus Peaking]................237 Recording with Zoom...............239 [Crop Zoom(Photo)]................. 240 [Hybrid Zoom(Photo)] ..............
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Contents Color Bars/Test Tone ..............496 Special Video Recording Slow & Quick Video ..............499 High Frame Rate Video ............515 [Focus Transition] ..............517 [Live Cropping].................522 Log Recording .................527 [Log View Assist] ................532 HLG Videos ................534 [HLG View Assist]................537 Anamorphic Recording ............538 [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display] ...........
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Contents Outputting as 4K/120p (4K/100p) via HDMI ........580 [4K/120p Power Save Live View] ([4K/100p Power Save Live View]) ..........581 Output of RAW Video Data............582 Outputting RAW Video Data via HDMI ..........584 Notes When Outputting RAW Video Data ........589 Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) Compatible External SSDs ............591 Connecting the External SSD ..........592...
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Contents How to Select an Image(s) in the [Playback] Menu......632 [Playback] ([Playback Mode]) ............634 [Playback] ([Process Image])............637 [Playback] ([Add/Delete Info.])............638 [Playback] ([Edit Image]) ..............639 [Playback] ([Others])................ 644 Camera Customization Fn Buttons ................646 Register Functions to the Fn Buttons ..........649 Use the Fn Buttons................
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Contents [Setup] menu ([IN/OUT]) ..............735 [Setup] menu ([Setting]) ..............742 [Setup] menu ([Others])..............745 My Menu ..................749 Registration in My Menu..............749 Edit My Menu .................. 750 List of Menu [Photo] menu ................752 [Video] menu................755 [Custom] menu ................758 [Setup] menu ................762 [My Menu] ................765 [Playback] menu ..............766 Wi-Fi / Bluetooth...
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Contents Fn Button Assigned with [Wi-Fi] ............793 [LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu ..............794 Frame.io Camera to Cloud Connecting with Frame.io ............798 [Send Images to Frame.io] ............803 [Upload Setup] .................804 Linking with “ LUMIX Flow” Connecting to “LUMIX Flow” ...........807 Installing “LUMIX Flow”..............808 Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection) .....
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Contents Storing on a Recorder..............848 Tethered Recording ..............849 Installing Software ................850 Operating the Camera from a PC............ 851 Using “LUMIX Tether” with a Wired LAN Connection ..... 852 Remote Control of Multiple Cameras ..........854 Materials Digital Camera Accessory System ..........858 Using Optional Accessories.............859 Battery Grip (Optional) ..............
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Contents Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery ......917 Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media ....922 Continuous Recording Time for Video........939 List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/ Settings Available for Copying..........941 List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode...970 Specifications................979...
Introduction This chapter describes information you should know before starting. Before Use: 20 ≥ Standard Accessories: 23 ≥ Lenses That Can Be Used: 25 ≥ Memory Cards That Can Be Used: 26 ≥ Names of Parts: 29 ≥...
[Firmware Version] in the [Setup] ([Others]) menu. You can also update the firmware in [Firmware Version]. ([Firmware Version]: 747) • For the latest information on the firmware or to download/update the firmware, visit the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index4.html (English only)
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– Touch operations may be incorrectly recognized. When using in low temperatures (−10 oC to 0 oC (14 oF to 32 oF)) – Before use, attach a Panasonic lens with a minimum recommended operating temperature of −10 oC (14 oF).
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Introduction – Before Use Condensation (When the Lens, the Viewfinder or Monitor is Fogged Up) • Condensation occurs when there are temperature or humidity differences. Take care as this may lead to soiling, mold, and malfunctions in the lens, viewfinder, and monitor.
Introduction – Standard Accessories 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 “Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Quick Start Guide>”...
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≥Lens cap ≥Lens rear cap *2 This is attached to the lens at the time of purchase. • The memory card is optional. • Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
When there is no distinguishing the type of lens, the explanation will use lens. • Refer to catalogs/websites for information regarding supported lenses. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) • The angle of view while recording with an APS-C lens is equivalent to the angle of view of a focal length of 1.5×...
• For information on memory cards with confirmed operation, check the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) Card slot 1: CFexpress card CFexpress card (CFexpress Ver.2.0 Type B) (64 GB to 2 TB) Card slot 2: SD memory card SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card (Maximum 512 GB) •...
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Introduction – Memory Cards That Can Be Used SD Cards That Can Be Used with This Camera When using the following functions, use cards that have the correct SD Speed Class, UHS Speed Class, and Video Speed Class. • Speed classes are standards to guarantee the minimum speed necessary for continuous writing.
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Introduction – Memory Cards That Can Be Used • You can prevent the writing and deleting of data by setting the write-protect switch (A) on the SD card to “LOCK”. • The data stored on a card may be damaged due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or a failure of the camera or card.
Introduction – Names of Parts Supplied Lens S-R24105 (2) (3) (8) (9)
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Introduction – Names of Parts (1) Lens surface (2) Focus ring (Record Using MF: 232) (3) Zoom ring (Recording with Zoom: 239) (4) O.I.S. switch (Image Stabilizer: 316) (5) [AF/MF] switch (Using AF: 185, Record Using MF: 232) • You can switch between AF and MF. If [MF] is set on either the lens or camera, operation will be with MF.
Introduction – Names of Parts Viewfinder/Monitor Displays At the time of purchase, the viewfinder/monitor displays the following icons. • For information about the icons other than those described here (Monitor/ Viewfinder Displays: 866) Viewfinder (1) (2) (5) (6) FINE (8) (9)(10)(11)(12) (13) (14) (15) (16)(17) Monitor...
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Introduction – Names of Parts (1) Photo Style ([Photo Style]: 373) (2) Level gauge ([Level Gauge]: 710) (3) Rec. file format (photo) ([Rec. File Format(Photo)]: 128)/ JPEG/HEIF picture quality ([JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality]: 133)/ Picture size ([Picture Size]: 126) (4) AF area (AF Area Operations: 223) (5) Focus mode...
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Introduction – Names of Parts (14) ISO sensitivity (ISO Sensitivity: 356) (15) Card slot (Inserting Cards (Optional): 61)/ Double card slot function ([Double Card Slot Function]: 725) (16) Number of pictures that can be taken (Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media: 922)/ Number of pictures that can be taken continuously...
Getting Started Before recording, read this chapter to prepare the camera. Attaching a Shoulder Strap: 43 ≥ Charging the Battery: 45 ≥ Inserting Cards (Optional): 61 ≥ Attaching a Lens: 64 ≥ Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle: 70 ≥ Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time): 73 ≥...
Getting Started – Attaching a Shoulder Strap Attaching a Shoulder Strap Attach a shoulder strap to the camera with the following procedure to prevent it from dropping.
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Getting Started – Attaching a Shoulder Strap • Pull the shoulder strap and check that it will not come out. • Attach the opposite end of the shoulder strap with the same procedure. • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. –...
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Charging the Battery Charging with the Charger: 46 ≥ Battery Insertion: 49 ≥ Inserting a Battery into the Camera for Charging: 51 ≥ Using the Camera While Supplying It with Power (Supplying Power/ ≥ Charging): 54 Notifications Regarding Charging/Power Supply: 56 ≥...
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Charging with the Charger • It is recommended to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional) for charging. • You can charge with the camera body or the supplied charger using a commercially available AC adaptor and a USB connection cable.
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery Connect the charger and the AC adaptor with the USB connection cable. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (Inserting these at an angle may cause deformation or malfunction) Connect the AC adaptor to an electrical outlet.
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery Charging time: Approx. 175 min • Using the optional AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11) or the supplied accessories of the optional Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15). • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used.
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Battery Insertion • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLK22). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. • Check that the camera on/off switch is set to [OFF].
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Removing the Battery Set the camera on/off switch to [OFF]. Open the battery door. Push the lever (F) in the direction of the arrow and then remove the battery. • Check that the card access lights are off before removing the battery. (Card Access Indications: •...
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Inserting a Battery into the Camera for Charging • It is recommended to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional) or the supplied accessories of the Panasonic Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15: optional) for charging. •...
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery Set the camera on/off switch to [OFF]. Insert the battery into the camera. Connect the camera USB port and the AC adaptor using the USB connection cable. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug.
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery Charging time: Approx. 170 min • Using either the camera body and the optional AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11) or the camera body and the supplied accessories of the optional Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15). • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used.
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Using the Camera While Supplying It with Power (Supplying Power/Charging) Since this camera, the optional AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11), and the items supplied with the optional Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15) are compatible with USB PD (USB Power Delivery), you can charge while the camera is being supplied with power.
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery • If connecting with devices (PC, etc.) that do not support USB PD and turning the camera on, then this will supply power only. • Turn off the camera before connecting or disconnecting the power plug. •...
Getting Started – Charging the Battery Notifications Regarding Charging/Power Supply Power Indications Indication on monitor Indication on monitor (when the Battery Grip is attached) (I) USB connection cable supplying power (J) Battery indication (on the camera) (K) Battery indication (on the Battery Grip) 80 % or higher 60 % to 79 % 40 % to 59 %...
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery • We recommend that genuine Panasonic batteries are used. There is a possibility that the use of non-genuine batteries can cause accidents or malfunctions that may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure resulting from the use of non-genuine batteries.
Getting Started – Charging the Battery [Power Save Mode] This is a function to automatically turn the camera to sleep (power save) status or turn off the viewfinder/monitor if no operation is performed for a set time. Reduces battery consumption. ...
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery Puts the camera to sleep when the recording screen is being displayed on the monitor when automatic viewfinder/monitor switching is active. Sets the amount of time until the camera is [Time to Sleep] put to sleep. Sets the screen where the camera is put to [Power Save sleep.
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Getting Started – Charging the Battery • [Power Save Mode] is not available in the following cases: – While connected to a PC – During video recording/video playback – During a [Time Lapse Shot] – When recording with [Stop Motion Animation] (when [Auto Shooting] is set) –...
Getting Started – Inserting Cards (Optional) Inserting Cards (Optional) • Format the cards with the camera before use. ([Card Format]: 724) This camera supports the double card slot function. When two cards are used, relay recording, backup recording, and allocation recording are available. ...
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Getting Started – Inserting Cards (Optional) • Match the orientation of the cards as shown in the figure and then insert them firmly until they click. • You can set the way to record to card slots 1 and 2: ([Double Card Slot Function]: 725) •...
Getting Started – Inserting Cards (Optional) • The card may be warm just after the camera has been used. • Do not perform the following operations during access. The camera may operate incorrectly or the card and recorded images may be damaged.
Getting Started – Attaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Hood: 67 ≥ You can attach the Leica Camera AG L-Mount standard lens to this camera. For information about the lens that can be used (Lenses That Can Be Used: •...
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Getting Started – Attaching a Lens • When removing the body cap, rotate it while pressing the lens release button (A). (B) Lens fitting marks • Attach by rotating the lens until it clicks.
Getting Started – Attaching a Lens Removing a Lens • While pressing the lens release button (A), rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops and then remove it. • When you have attached a lens that does not have a communication function with this camera, after turning on the camera, a message asking for confirmation of the lens information is displayed.
Getting Started – Attaching a Lens Attaching a Lens Hood For recording against strong backlight, a lens hood can reduce the inclusion of unwanted light in images and drop in contrast resulting from the irregular reflection of light that occurs within the lens. It allows you take more beautiful pictures by cutting out excess light.
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Getting Started – Attaching a Lens Align mark (C) ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens. Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to align mark (D) ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
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Getting Started – Attaching a Lens Removing the Lens Hood (S-R24105) While pressing the lens hood button (E), rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow and then remove it. • The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction when carrying the camera.
Getting Started – Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle The monitor on this camera has angling and tilting that you can adjust in combinations to freely change the orientation and angle. At the time of purchase, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Turn the monitor surface out before use.
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Getting Started – Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle Tilt Adjust the angle of the monitor to match the recording conditions. This is useful for high and low angle recording. High angle recording ≥ Low angle recording ≥ Opening the Monitor While Tilted...
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Getting Started – Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle • The angles of adjustment are guides only. • Take care not to trap fingers in the moving parts of the monitor or tilting mechanism. • Do not apply an excessive force to the monitor. This may cause damage or malfunction.
Getting Started – Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) When you turn the camera on for the first time, a screen to set the time zone and clock appears. Be sure to set these settings before use to ensure images are recorded with the correct date and time information.
Getting Started – Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) Set the time zone. ≥Press 21 to select the time zone and then press • If you are using Daylight Savings [ ], press 3. (The time will move forward by 1 hour.) To return to the normal time, press 3 again.
Getting Started – Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) Set the clock. 21: Select an item (year, month, day, hour, minute, or second). 34: Select a value. To set the display order and time display format ≥To display the screen for setting the display order (B) and time display format (C), select [Style] by pressing 21 and then press...
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Getting Started – Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) Confirm your selection. ≥Press When [The clock setting has been completed.] appears, press • If the camera is used without setting the clock, it will be set to “0:00:00 1/1/2025”. •...
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic camera operations and the Intelligent Auto mode which helps you start recording immediately. How to Hold the Camera: 78 ≥ Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: 80 ≥ Selecting the Recording Mode: 81 ≥ Camera Setting Operations: 83 ≥...
Basic Operations – How to Hold the Camera How to Hold the Camera To minimize camera shake, hold the camera so that it will not move during recording. Hold the camera with both hands, keep your arms still at your side, and stand with your feet shoulder width apart.
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Basic Operations – How to Hold the Camera Vertical Orientation Detection Function This function detects when pictures were recorded with the camera held vertically orientated. With the default settings, pictures are automatically played back vertically oriented. • If you set [Rotate Disp.] to [OFF], pictures will be played back without being rotated. ([Rotate Disp.]: 635) •...
Basic Operations – Photo/Video/S&Q Switch Photo/Video/S&Q Switch Switch the photo/video/S&Q switch to suit the type of recording you want to make. Switch the photo/video/S&Q switch. (Photo mode) Select when taking pictures. (Basic Picture Operations: 121) (Video mode) Select when recording video. (Basic Video Operations: 135) S&Q (Slow &...
Basic Operations – Selecting the Recording Mode Selecting the Recording Mode Press the mode dial lock button (1) to release the lock. • The dial is locked if the mode dial lock button is depressed. Each press locks/unlocks the dial. Rotate the mode dial (2) and adjust the recording mode.
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Basic Operations – Selecting the Recording Mode • You can fix the exposure setting for picture or video/S&Q to a desired exposure mode when the mode dial is set to [P]/[A]/[S]/[M]: ([Exposure Control in P/A/S/M]: 686)
Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Camera Setting Operations When changing the camera settings, operate the camera using the following operation parts. To prevent accidental operation, you can disable operation with the operation lock lever. (F) (E) (D) (C) (B) (A) Front dial ( (Front Dial/Rear Dial: (B) Rear dial (...
Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotate: Selects an item or numeric value. Control Dial Rotate: Selects an item or numeric value.
Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Cursor Buttons Press: Selects an item or numeric value. [MENU/SET] Button Press: Confirms a setting. • Displays the menu during recording and playback.
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Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Joystick The joystick can be operated in 8 directions by tilting it up, down, left, right and diagonally and by pressing the center part. (I) Tilt: Selects an item or numeric value, or moves a position. •...
Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Touch Screen Operations can be performed by touching the icons, slide bars, menus, and other items displayed on the screen. Touch Operation of touching and then lifting your finger from the touch screen. Drag Operation of moving a finger while it touches the touch screen.
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Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Pinch (widen/narrow) Operations of widening the distance between two fingers (pinch out) and narrowing the distance between two fingers (pinch in) while they are touching the touch screen. • If you will use a commercially available monitor protection sheet, observe the precautions for the sheet.
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Basic Operations – Camera Setting Operations Operation Lock Lever Aligning the operation lock lever with the [LOCK] position enables disabling of the operation parts set in [Lock Lever Setting] of the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu. ([Lock Lever Setting]: 695)
Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Setting the Viewfinder: 90 ≥ Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder: 91 ≥ Switching the Display Information: 94 ≥ Setting the Viewfinder Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Rotate the diopter adjustment dial while looking through the viewfinder.
Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder With the default settings, automatic viewfinder/monitor switching is set. When you look through the viewfinder, the eye sensor (A) works and the camera switches from monitor display to viewfinder display. You can switch to viewfinder display or monitor display with [LVF] button (B).
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Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Simultaneous Display on the Monitor and Viewfinder When automatic viewfinder/monitor switching (C), if the monitor is rotated towards the lens, the recording screen is displayed on the monitor even when you look into the viewfinder.
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Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings • The eye sensor does not work while the monitor is tilted. • The eye sensor may not work correctly due to the shape of eyeglasses, the way the camera is held, or bright light shining around the eyepiece. •...
Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Switching the Display Information Press [DISP.]. The display information is switched. ≥ Recording Screen Monitor FINE AUTO ± AUTO (F) With information (G) Without information (H) Control panel (I) Turned off (black)
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Basic Operations – Monitor/Viewfinder Display Settings Viewfinder FINE (J) With information (K) Without information • Press [ ] to switch between display/hide of the level gauge. This can also be set by using [Level Gauge]. ([Level Gauge]: 710) • Control panel operation (Control Panel: •...
Basic Operations – Quick Menu Quick Menu This menu enables you to quickly set functions that are frequently used during recording without calling up the menu screen. You can also change the Quick menu display method and the items to display. Display the Quick menu.
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Basic Operations – Quick Menu Select a setting item. ≥Rotate ≥Selection is also possible by touching a setting item. Close the Quick menu. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. ≥You can also close the menu by pressing [Q]. • Some items cannot be set depending on the recording mode or camera settings. •...
Basic Operations – Control Panel Control Panel This screen allows you to view the current recording settings on the monitor. You can also touch the screen to change the settings. In the [ ] mode (Video mode)/[S&Q] mode (Slow & Quick mode), the display changes to one especially for video.
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Basic Operations – Control Panel Change the setting. ≥Touch the setting item. • Refer to the pages explaining each item for information on how to change the settings. Touch [Set].
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Basic Operations – Control Panel Changing Directly Using the Dial Steps can also be changed using the following operations. Press one of 3421 to enable selection of items. • Selected items are displayed in yellow. Press 3421 to select an item. •...
Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods Menu Operation Methods [Reset]: 107 ≥ In this camera, the menu is used for setting a wide variety of functions and performing camera customizations. Menu operations can be performed using the cursors, joystick, dial, or by touch.
Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods Display the menu. ≥Press Select a main tab. ≥Press 34 to select a main tab and then press 1. ≥You can also perform the same operation by rotating to select the main tab and then pressing...
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Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods Select a sub tab. ≥Press 34 to select a sub tab and then press 1. ≥You can also perform the same operation by rotating to select the sub tab and then pressing • If there are page tabs (D), then after the page tabs have finished switching, the next sub tab is switched to.
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Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods Select a setting item and then confirm your selection. ≥Press 34 to select a setting item and then press ≥You can also perform the same operation by rotating to select the setting item and then pressing Close the menu.
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Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods Displaying Descriptions About Menu Items and Settings If you press [DISP.] while a menu item or setting item is selected, a description about the item is displayed on the screen. Grayed Out Menu Items Menu items that cannot be set are displayed grayed out.
Basic Operations – Menu Operation Methods [Reset] Return each of the following settings to the default setting: • Recording settings • Network settings (settings of [Streaming Setup], [LAN / Wi-Fi], and [Bluetooth]) • Setup and custom settings (other than [Streaming Setup], [LAN / Wi-Fi], and [Bluetooth]) ...
Basic Operations – Entering Characters Entering Characters Follow the steps below when the character entry screen is displayed. Enter characters. ≥Press 3421 to select characters and then press until the character to enter is displayed. (Repeat this) • To repeatedly enter the same character, rotate to the right to move the entry position cursor.
Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode Intelligent Auto Mode The [iA] mode (Intelligent Auto mode) can record images using settings automatically selected by the camera. The camera detects the scene to set the optimal recording settings automatically to match the subject and recording conditions. Set to [ ], [ ], or [S&Q] mode.
Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode Aim the camera at the subject. ≥When the camera detects the scene, the recording mode icon changes. (Automatic Scene Detection) Adjust the focus. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. ≥Once the subject is in focus, the focus icon lights. (When the subject is not in focus, the indication blinks.) •...
Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button fully to take pictures. ≥Press the video rec. button to record videos. In [ ]/[S&Q] mode, you also can start recording video by pressing the shutter button fully. •...
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Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode Types of Automatic Scene Detection Taking pictures Recording video i-Portrait i-Scenery i-Macro i-Night Portrait i-Night Scenery i-Food i-Sunset i-Low Light *1 Detected when [Detecting Subject] ([Type of Subject]) in the [Photo] ([Focus]) menu is set to [HUMAN].
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Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode AF Mode Changing the AF mode. • Each press of [ ] changes the AF mode. • The mode can also be changed by touching the screen or pressing and holding the joystick. •...
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Basic Operations – Intelligent Auto Mode ] ([Tracking]) When the focus mode is set to [AFC], the AF area follows the movement of the subject, maintaining focusing. Aim the AF area over the subject and then press and hold the shutter button halfway.
Basic Operations – Recording Using Touch Functions Recording Using Touch Functions Touch AF/Touch Shutter: 115 ≥ Touch AE: 118 ≥ Touch AF/Touch Shutter Touch functions allow you to focus on the point that you touch, release the shutter, etc. • With the default settings, the Touch Tab is not displayed.
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Basic Operations – Recording Using Touch Functions Touch [ Touch the icon. ≥The icon switches each time you touch it. (Touch AF) Focus on the touched position. (Touch Shutter) Record with focus on the touched position. (OFF) (When set to anything other than OFF) Touch the subject.
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Basic Operations – Recording Using Touch Functions • When the Touch Shutter fails, the AF area first turns red and then disappears. • For information about operations to move the AF area (AF Area Operations: 223) • It is also possible to optimize the focus and brightness on the touched position: (Focus on and Adjust Brightness for the Touched Position ([AF+AE]): 228)
Basic Operations – Recording Using Touch Functions Touch AE This function adjusts the brightness according to a touched position. When a subject’s face appears dark, you can make the screen brighter to match the face. • With the default settings, the Touch Tab is not displayed. Set [Touch Tab] to [ON] in [Touch Settings] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu.
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Basic Operations – Recording Using Touch Functions Touch the subject to which you wish to adjust the brightness. • To return the position to which to adjust the brightness to the center, touch [Reset]. Touch [Set]. How to Disable Touch AE Touch [ •...
Taking Pictures – Basic Picture Operations Basic Picture Operations Set to [ ] mode. ≥Switch the photo/video/S&Q switch. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select the recording mode ([iA]/[P]/[A]/[S]/[M]). ≥Set the mode dial. (Selecting the Recording Mode:...
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Taking Pictures – Basic Picture Operations Adjust the focus. ≥Press the shutter button halfway (press it gently). ≥The aperture value (A) and shutter speed (B) are displayed. (When the correct exposure cannot be obtained, the indications blink in red.) ≥Once the subject is in focus, the focus icon (C) lights. (When the subject is not in focus, the indication blinks.) •...
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Taking Pictures – Basic Picture Operations Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button fully (press it further). • Recorded pictures can be displayed automatically by setting [Auto Review] of the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display (Photo)]) menu. You can also change the picture display duration to your preferred setting.
Taking Pictures – [Aspect Ratio] [Aspect Ratio] You can select the image aspect ratio. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Aspect Ratio]. [Aspect Ratio] ≥ [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 monitor [3:2] Aspect ratio of a standard film camera [16:9] Aspect ratio of a 16:9 TV [1:1]...
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Taking Pictures – [Aspect Ratio] [65:24] 65:24 panoramic aspect ratio [2:1] 2:1 panoramic aspect ratio • [65:24] and [2:1] aspect ratios are not available when using the following functions: – [iA] mode – Taking burst pictures – [Time Lapse Shot] –...
Taking Pictures – [Picture Size] [Picture Size] Sets the picture’s image size. The image size varies depending on the [Aspect Ratio] or the lens used. When an APS-C lens is used, the image area switches to the one for APS-C, thereby narrowing the angle of view. Set to [ ] mode.
Taking Pictures – [Rec. File Format(Photo)] [Rec. File Format(Photo)] Sets the recording file format of pictures to be recorded. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec. File Format(Photo)]. [Rec. File Format(Photo)] ≥...
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Taking Pictures – [Rec. File Format(Photo)] [JPEG] This records JPEG images. • This is available when [Switch JPEG/HEIF] is [JPEG]. ([Switch JPEG/ HEIF]: 131) [HEIF] This records HEIF images. • This is available when [Switch JPEG/HEIF] is [HEIF]. ([Switch JPEG/HEIF]: 131) [RAW+JPEG] This records RAW and JPEG images simultaneously.
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Taking Pictures – [Rec. File Format(Photo)] Note on RAW RAW format refers to a data format of images that have not been processed on the camera. Playback and editing of RAW images require the camera or the dedicated software. • You can process RAW images on the camera.
Taking Pictures – [Switch JPEG/HEIF] [Switch JPEG/HEIF] Sets the file format (JPEG or HEIF) when recording pictures. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Switch JPEG/HEIF]. [Switch JPEG/HEIF] ≥ [JPEG] This records JPEG images. [HEIF] This records HEIF images. •...
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Taking Pictures – [Switch JPEG/HEIF] Notes about HEIF HEIF is a format for saving that has a higher compression rate compared to JPEG, allowing for high image quality in a file with a small size. However, depending on the PC and software, you may be unable to display, edit, or print HEIF files. You will need an environment that supports HEIF to play back HEIF images.
Taking Pictures – [JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality] [JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality] Set the compression rate when saving JPEG images or HEIF images. • This is available when [Rec. File Format(Photo)] is [JPEG]/[HEIF]/[RAW+JPEG]/ [RAW+HEIF]. ([Rec. File Format(Photo)]: 128) Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality].
Recording Videos These are the basic operations and settings for recording videos. • Please also refer to the following chapters for more detailed information about recording videos: – Video Settings: 431 – Special Video Recording: 498 – HDMI Output (Video): 563 Basic Video Operations: 135 ≥...
Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Basic Video Operations This camera is capable of recording video in a variety of resolutions. It also supports switching of the system frequency and 3 types of recording file format; MP4, MOV, and Apple ProRes. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode.
Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Start recording. ≥Press the video rec. button (A). ≥You can also perform the same operation by pressing the sub video rec. button (B). ≥In [ ]/[S&Q] mode, you can also perform the same operation by pressing the shutter button (C) fully.
Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations • The recording state indication (F) and card access indication (G) turn red while videos are being recorded. (G) (H) (H) Video recording time (I) Elapsed recording time • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. Stop recording.
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Operations During Video Recording In [ ]/[S&Q] mode, you can change the exposure and audio settings with touch operations to prevent operation sounds from being recorded. • With the default settings, the Touch Tab is not displayed. Set [Touch Tab] to [ON] in [Touch Settings] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu.
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Drag the slide bar to set the item. ]: Changes the setting slowly. ]: Changes the setting quickly. • If you touch icon (J), the screen of Step 2 is redisplayed.
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Exposure Control While Video Recording Videos will be recorded using the aperture value, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, and Dual Native ISO settings below. Recording Aperture value/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity/Dual Native ISO mode setting The camera automatically makes the settings to suit the scene. [iA] (Types of Automatic Scene Detection: 112)
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Size Interval for Dividing Files A new file will be created to continue recording if the continuous recording time or the file size exceeds the following conditions. (A) Using an SDHC memory card (B) Using an SDXC memory card (C) Using an external SSD (D) Using a CFexpress card...
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations 30 minutes 4 GB [FHD] 3 hours 192 GB 4 minutes [Apple ProRes] Other than [FHD] 3 hours 640 GB 4 minutes * When the recording quality is [Apple ProRes RAW HQ] or [Apple ProRes RAW], recording is stopped.
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations Limitations on Video Recording in Photo Mode There are the following limitations when recording video in the [ ] mode: • Recording cannot be started or stopped with the shutter button. • Exposure and audio settings cannot be changed with touch operations. •...
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations • When the remaining capacity of the battery or card gets low during video recording, the tally lamps blink at long intervals. When there is no remaining capacity in the battery or card, video recording is stopped and the tally lamps blink at short intervals.
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Recording Videos – Basic Video Operations For information about the high temperature display • When the temperature of the camera rises, [ ] appears blinking on the screen. If you continue to use the camera, a message indicating that the camera cannot be used is displayed on the screen and some functions, such as recording and HDMI output, will be stopped.
Recording Videos – [System Frequency] [System Frequency] This changes the system frequency of videos that are recorded and played back with the camera. The default setting is for the system frequency to be set to the TV broadcast system for the region where the camera was purchased. ...
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Recording Videos – [System Frequency] • After changing the setting, turn the camera off and on. • If you record using a system frequency that differs from the broadcasting system of your region, it may not be possible for you to properly play back videos on your We recommend using the setting as it was at the time of purchase if you are unsure about broadcasting systems or if you will not be involved in producing cinema film.
Recording Videos – [Rec. File Format(Video)] [Rec. File Format(Video)] Sets the recording file format of videos to be recorded. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec. File Format(Video)]. [Rec. File Format(Video)] ≥ [MP4] This file format is suitable for playback on PCs. [MOV] This file format is suitable for image editing.
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Recording Videos – [Rec. File Format(Video)] • The following types of video cannot be recorded to SD cards. Use CFexpress cards. – [MOV] video with bit rate of 800 Mbps or more – [Apple ProRes] video with resolution other than FHD –...
Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] [Rec Quality] Sets the image quality of videos to be recorded. The image qualities you can select depend on the recording mode, [System Frequency], and [Rec. File Format(Video)] settings. The [Image Area of Video] setting items you can select depend on the [Rec Quality] settings.
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec Quality]. [Rec Quality] ≥ • To record video with a bit rate of 72 Mbps or more, you require an SD card with the corresponding Speed Class.
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] [Rec. File Format(Video)]: [Apple ProRes] • Audio format: LPCM (2ch/4ch) 4-channel audio can be recorded when the XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional) is connected by setting [4ch Audio Recording] to [XLR] or [XLR+CAMERA]. : Only able to set or record when in [ ] mode.
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] [System Frequency]: [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] [Image Area of Aspect Video] [Rec Quality] Resolution ratio FULL APS-C [5.8K/24p/RAW HQ] 5760×3040 17:9 24.00p 3.4 Gbps RAW HQ [5.8K/24p/RAW] 5760×3040 17:9 24.00p 2.2 Gbps [5.8K/24p/422 HQ] 5760×3040 17:9 24.00p 1.5 Gbps 422 HQ...
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] • In this document, videos are indicated as follows according to their resolution: – 6K (5952×3968) video: 6K video (3:2) – 6K (5952×2512) video: 6K video (2.4:1) – 5.9K (5888×3312) video: 5.9K video – 5.8K (5760×3040) video: 5.8K video –...
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] • Since the camera employs the VBR recording format, the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. As a result, video recording time is shortened when a fast-moving subject is recorded. •...
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] [Filtering] When [Rec. File Format(Video)] is set to [MOV] or [Apple ProRes], you can specify items such as frame rate, number of pixels (resolution), and compression format (YUV, bit value, image compression), and just display recording qualities that meet those conditions.
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Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] [add to list] Select a recording quality and register it in My List. The recording quality you register can be set in [Rec Quality (My List)]. In the [Rec Quality] setting screen, press [Q]. •...
Recording Videos – [Rec Quality] Setting from the control panel It is possible to display the My List of recording qualities from the control panel in [ [S&Q] mode. Touch the recording quality item. • When already registered in My List, the [Rec Quality (My List)] setting screen is displayed.
Recording Videos – RAW Video Recording RAW Video Recording High bit rate RAW video (ProRes RAW HQ/ProRes RAW formats) can be recorded onto the camera. (Cannot be recorded to SD cards) Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec. File Format(Video)] to [Apple ProRes]. ...
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Recording Videos – RAW Video Recording • Notes about RAW Video RAW video refers to a data format of images that have not been processed on the camera. You will need compatible software to play or edit RAW video on devices other than this camera.
Recording Videos – Proxy Recording Proxy Recording During video recording, a proxy video with a low bit rate can also be recorded simultaneously. The size is small so it is suitable for data transmission, such as uploading to the cloud. It is also less demanding on your PC during editing. Set to [ ] mode.
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Recording Videos – Proxy Recording Make proxy recording settings. [Proxy Recording Settings] [Proxy ≥ Recording] [ON] The original video set in [Rec Quality] is recorded to card slot 1 and the ≥ proxy video is recorded to card slot 2. During playback, the original video is indicated with [ ] and the proxy ≥...
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Recording Videos – Proxy Recording • You cannot change the recording destination for proxy videos. • [Proxy Recording] is not available if a card is not inserted in one of the recording destinations. • When [USB-SSD] is set to [ON], the original video is recorded to the external SSD.
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Recording Videos – Proxy Recording Setting the Proxy Recording Quality [Proxy Recording Settings] Select [Proxy Rec. Quality] (A) Video compression format (HEVC: H.265/HEVC, AVC: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC) Bit rate (Mbps) [Proxy Rec. YUV, Bit Resolution Quality] value 2048×1080 2048×864...
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Recording Videos – Proxy Recording Save Destination for Proxy Videos Proxy videos are saved to the [xxx_PRXY] folder in card slot 2. The proxy video file name is the same as the original video. ≥ Applying LUT Files to Proxy Videos This can be set when [Photo Style] is [REAL TIME LUT] or My Photo Style.
Recording Videos – [Image Area of Video] [Image Area of Video] Set the image area during video recording. The angle of view differs depending on the image area. Narrowing the image area allows you to achieve a telescopic effect without image deterioration. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode.
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Recording Videos – [Image Area of Video] • The [Image Area of Video] settings you can select differ depending on the [Rec Quality] setting. ([Rec Quality]: 150) • It is not possible to set to [FULL] in the following case. –...
Focus / Zoom Smoother focusing is possible by selecting the focus mode and AF mode most suited to the recording conditions and the subject. • This camera supports phase detection AF and contrast AF. Selecting the Focus Mode: 183 ≥ Using AF: 185 ≥...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the Focus Mode Selecting the Focus Mode Select the focusing method (focus mode) to match subject movement. It is also possible to customize the AF tracking features with [AFC]. ([AF Custom Setting(Photo)]: 192) Set the focus mode lever. [S] ([AFS]) In [ ] mode:...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the Focus Mode [C] ([AFC]) In [ ] mode: • When the shutter button is not being pressed, the camera does not focus. • When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus is constantly adjusted according to the movement of the subject.
Focus / Zoom – Using AF Using AF [AF-Point Scope]: 190 ≥ [AF Custom Setting(Photo)]: 192 ≥ [Focus Limiter]: 195 ≥ [AF Assist Light]: 197 ≥ [Focus Frame Moving Speed]: 198 ≥ [AF Micro Adjustment]: 199 ≥ AF (Auto Focus) refers to automatic focusing. Select the focus mode and the AF mode appropriate for the subject and scene.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF Press the shutter button halfway. ≥The AF operates. Focus In focus Not in focus Focus icon (A) Lights Blinking AF area (B) Green AF beep Two beeps —...
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF Low illumination AF • In dark environments, low illumination AF automatically operates, and the focus icon is indicated as [ • Achieving focus may take more time than usual. Starlight AF • If the camera detects stars in the night sky after determining low illumination AF, then Starlight AF will be activated.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF • Subjects and recording conditions that make focusing difficult with AF mode – Fast-moving subjects – Extremely bright subjects – Subjects without contrast – Subjects recorded through windows – Subjects near shiny objects – Subjects in very dark locations –...
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF • You can restrict the range for AF to work: ([Focus Limiter]: 195) • When camera shake reduces, it is possible to focus automatically: ([Quick AF]: 692) • You can change the settings so that AF does not function when the shutter button is pressed halfway: ([Shutter AF]: 691)
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [AF-Point Scope] This magnifies the focus point when the AF mode is [ ], [ ], or [ ]. (In other AF modes, the center of the screen is magnified.) You can check focus and observe an enlarged subject as with a telephoto lens.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF ≥While pressing the button, the focus point is enlarged. • When the screen is enlarged, pressing the shutter button halfway re-acquires focus in a small central AF area. • When the screen is enlarged, turn to adjust the magnification.
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [AF Custom Setting(Photo)] You can select features of AF operation when taking pictures with [AFC] that are appropriate for the subject and scene. Each of these features can be further customized. Set to [ ] mode.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF [Set 3] Suggested when the subject moves randomly, and other objects may be in the scene. [Set 4] Suggested for situations where the speed of the subject changes significantly. Adjusting AF Custom Settings Press 21 to select the AF Custom setting type.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF Sets the sensitivity for switching the AF area to match subject movement. (When AF mode is set to Full Area AF) [AF Area When the subject moves out of the AF area, the camera Switching immediately switches the AF area to keep the subject in Sensitivity]...
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [Focus Limiter] You can restrict the range for AF to work. The focusing speed of AF increases when you limit the range where AF works. Set the focus mode to [AFS] or [AFC]. ≥Set the focus mode lever. (Selecting the Focus Mode: 183) Set [Focus Limiter].
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF [SET] Use the same procedure as MF (Record Using MF: 232) to check the focus, then press [WB] or [ISO] to set the range of operation for AF. • This can also be set by touching [Limit1]/[Limit2]. •...
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [AF Assist Light] When recording in low light conditions, the AF assist light turns on when you press the shutter button halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus. Select [AF Assist Light] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] •...
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [Focus Frame Moving Speed] Sets the speed when moving the AF area/MF Assist. Select [Focus Frame Moving Speed] Settings: [FAST]/[NORMAL]...
Focus / Zoom – Using AF [AF Micro Adjustment] You can make fine adjustments to the focus point when focusing with phase detection AF. • There is normally no need to adjust the focus point. Adjust only when necessary. If you adjust on a lens that has a correct focus point, there is a risk that the camera will not be able to record with the appropriate focus point.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF [ADJUST BY LENS] Adjust each lens separately and register the adjustment values on the camera. When a registered lens is attached, the adjusted value is recalled when it is set in [ADJUST BY LENS]. •...
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF Adjust the focus point. • Press 21 to adjust the focus point and then press • You can also adjust by rotating , or • The focus point is moved backward when adjusted with the [+] side. The focus point is moved forward when adjusted with the [−] side.
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Focus / Zoom – Using AF • We recommend making the adjustments in the same environment that will be used for recording. • We recommend using a tripod when adjusting. • You can register a maximum of 40 lenses in [ADJUST BY LENS]. When the upper limit is exceeded, already registered lens information is overwritten.
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Selecting the AF Mode Automatic Detection: 206 ≥ [Tracking]: 212 ≥ [Full Area AF]: 214 ≥ [Zone(Horizontal/Vertical)]/[Zone]: 217 ≥ [1-Area+]/[1-Area]: 219 ≥ [Pinpoint]: 221 ≥ Select the focusing method to match the position and number of subjects. In an AF mode other than Pinpoint, you can automatically focus by detecting subjects.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Select the AF mode. ≥Press 21 to select an item and then press ≥Selection is also possible by pressing [ [Tracking] ([Tracking]: 212) [Full Area AF] ([Full Area AF]: 214) [Zone(Horizontal/Vertical)] ([Zone(Horizontal/Vertical)]: 217) [Zone] ([Zone]:...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode • When the following functions are being used, [ ] is not available: – [Time Lapse Shot] – [Live View Composite] – [H+] ([Burst Shot Setting]) • When the focus mode is set to [AFC], [ ] is not available.
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Automatic Detection When automatic detection is enabled, subjects for recording are automatically detected and the camera focuses. • Not all subjects can be detected according to the settings. • When [Detecting Subject] ([Type of Subject]) is [ANIMAL], some subjects that are not animals may be detected as animals.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Detects humans. Select [Eye/Face/Body], [Eye/Face], or [Urban [HUMAN] Sports] for [Detection Mode(Human)]. • [ ]/[ ] appears on the AF mode icon. Detects animals. Select either [Body] or [Eye/Body] for the [Target Parts]. •...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode (When [Type of Subject] is [HUMAN]) Select the part or person to focus on. [Detection When [Urban Sports] is selected, detection is especially suited Mode(Human)] to scenes with athletes performing complex movements, such as street dancers that are breaking, or urban sports (BMX/ skateboarding/parkour/freestyle soccer).
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode When [ When a subject to be recorded is detected, an AF area is displayed. If multiple subjects are detected, multiple AF areas are also displayed, and you can select the subject you want to focus on from amongst these. Yellow AF area to be brought into focus.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode When [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ If even part of a subject to be recorded enters the AF area, it is automatically detected and focused. • If eyes are detected inside the AF area, eye detection (B) works.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode • [AF Detection Setting] is applied to all AF modes excluding [ • When a person’s eyes are detected, the eye closer to the camera will be brought into focus. The exposure will be adjusted to the face. (When [Metering Mode] is set to [ •...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [Tracking] When the focus mode is set to [AFC], the AF area follows the movement of the subject, maintaining focusing. Start tracking. Aim the AF area over the subject, and press the shutter button halfway. ≥...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode • In [ ]/[S&Q] mode and while recording video, tracking will continue even if the shutter button is released. To cancel tracking, press , or touch [ • When automatic detection is working, the detected subject is tracked. •...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [Full Area AF] The camera selects the most optimal AF area to focus. When multiple AF areas are selected, all selected AF areas will be brought into focus. When the focus mode is set to [AFC], you can ensure that the focus stays on the subject by recording while keeping the subject within the Full Area AF area.
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Operations with the joystick ≥ Tilt the joystick to 3421 • Each tilt to 3421 switches the subject to be brought into focus. • To cancel the setting, press Button operations ≥ Press 4 in the AF mode selection screen.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Setting the AF Area in Any Position The [ ] AF area can be set in any position. Touch operations ≥ Touch any position on the recording screen and then touch [Set]. •...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [Zone(Horizontal/Vertical)]/ [Zone] [Zone(Horizontal/Vertical)] Within the full area, vertical and horizontal zones can be focused. Horizontal pattern Vertical pattern • To switch between the horizontal pattern and vertical pattern, press 3421 in the AF area setting screen.
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [Zone] Within the full area, a central oval zone can be focused. • How to manipulate the AF area (AF Area Operations: 223) • ] changes to [ ] in the following cases: –...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [1-Area+]/ [1-Area] [1-Area+] Emphasis within a single AF area can be focused. Even when the subject moves out of the single AF area, the subject remains focused in a supplementary AF area (C). •...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode A dot (D) is displayed on the recording screen when a single AF area is reduced to the minimum size. The AF area can be set on the location where the dot is displayed. •...
Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode [Pinpoint] You can achieve a more precise focus on a small point. If you press the shutter button halfway, the screen that lets you check the focus will be enlarged. • The enlarged screen is displayed when you set an AF area. •...
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Focus / Zoom – Selecting the AF Mode Operations on the Magnification Window Button Touch Description of operation operations operations Moves [+]. • Touch Positions can be moved to the diagonal 3421 directions using the joystick. Pinch out/ Enlarges/reduces the screen in small steps. pinch in —...
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations AF Area Operations Move the Position of the AF Area: 223 ≥ Changing the Size of the AF Area: 226 ≥ Resetting the AF Area: 227 ≥ Focus on and Adjust Brightness for the Touched Position ([AF+AE]): 228 ≥...
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Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Operations with the joystick With the default settings, the AF area can be manipulated with the joystick. ([Joystick Setting]: 700) Tilt the joystick in the recording screen. • The AF area setting screen is displayed. The AF area is set when you either press or press the shutter button halfway.
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Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Button operations Press 4 in the AF mode selection screen. • The AF area setting screen is displayed. Press 3421 to move the position of the AF area. • The AF area is set when you either press or press the shutter button halfway.
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Changing the Size of the AF Area Touch operations Pinch out/pinch in the AF area in the AF area setting screen. • Either touch [Set] or press the shutter button halfway to confirm. ...
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Resetting the AF Area Touch operations Touch [Reset] in the AF area setting screen. • The first touch returns the AF area position to the center. The second touch returns the AF area size to the default. ...
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Focus on and Adjust Brightness for the Touched Position ([AF+AE]) Set [Touch AF]. [Touch Settings] [Touch AF] [AF+AE] ≥ Touch the subject to which you wish to adjust the brightness.
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Moving the AF Area Position with the Touch Pad During viewfinder display, you can touch the monitor to change the position and size of the AF area. Set [Touch Pad AF]. ...
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Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations Setting Items ([Touch Pad AF]) [EXACT] Moves the AF area of the viewfinder by touching a desired position on the touch pad. [OFFSET1] (entire area)/[OFFSET2] (right half)/[OFFSET3] (upper right)/[OFFSET4] (lower right)/[OFFSET5] (left half)/[OFFSET6] (upper left)/[OFFSET7] (lower left) Moves the AF area of the viewfinder according to the distance you drag your finger on the touch pad.
Focus / Zoom – AF Area Operations [Focus Switching for Vert / Hor] Memorizes separate positions for AF areas for when the camera is vertically aligned and for when it is horizontally aligned. Two vertical orientations, left and right, are available. ...
Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF Record Using MF [Focus Peaking]: 237 ≥ MF (Manual Focus) refers to manual focusing. Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate AF.
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Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF Adjust the focus. ≥Rotate the focus ring. • This will display the in-focus portion highlighted with color. (Focus Peaking) • A recording distance guideline is displayed. (MF Guide) ∞ 0.5 0.1 (A) MF Assist (enlarged screen) (B) Focus Peaking (C) Indicator for ¶...
Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button fully. Operations on the MF Assist Screen Button Touch Description of operation operations operations Moves the enlarged display position. • Drag Positions can be moved to the diagonal 3421 directions using the joystick.
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Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF • On the recording screen, you can rotate the focus ring to display the MF Assist screen. If the focus ring has been rotated to enlarge the display, the assist screen will be exited a short time after you cease the operation. •...
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Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF • You can change the Focus Peaking sensitivity and the display method: ([Focus Peaking]: 237) • You can memorize the MF Assist position separately for vertical and horizontal orientations: ([Focus Switching for Vert / Hor]: 231) •...
Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF [Focus Peaking] During MF operation, in-focus portions (portions on the screen with clear outlines) are highlighted with color. Select [Focus Peaking] [ON] Focus Peaking display is performed. [OFF] — If adjusted to the negative direction, portions [Focus Peaking to be highlighted are reduced, allowing you Sensitivity]...
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Focus / Zoom – Record Using MF • You can display the Touch Tab ([Touch Settings]: 694) and then touch [ in [ ] to switch [ON]/[OFF]. • When [Live View Boost] is being used, [Focus Peaking] is not available.
Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Recording with Zoom [Crop Zoom(Photo)]: 240 ≥ [Hybrid Zoom(Photo)]: 244 ≥ [Crop Zoom(Video)]: 247 ≥ [Hybrid Zoom(Video)]: 252 ≥ Use the optical zoom of the lens to zoom to telephoto or wide-angle. Rotate the zoom ring. (T): Telephoto (W): Wide-angle The focal length is displayed on the recording screen.
Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Crop Zoom(Photo)] Cut out the central section of the image to get an enhanced telescopic effect without image quality deterioration. It can even be used with a prime lens. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Crop Zoom(Photo)].
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [ON] Enables crop zoom. [OFF] — Sets how focal length is displayed. [Composite Focal Length]: Result of the [Focal Length calculation “focal length of the optical zoom × Display crop zoom rate” (eg.: 180 mm) Setting] [+ Crop Magnification]: The focal length of the optical zoom and the crop zoom rate (eg.:...
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Using [Crop Zoom(Photo)] Set [Crop Zoom(Photo)] to [ON]. • [Crop Zoom(Photo)] [ON] • While [Crop Zoom(Photo)] is set to [ON], zoom operations are enabled by pressing 3421. ([Zoom Control] in [Fn Button Set] is allocated to 3421.) Perform the zoom operations.
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Confirm your selection. • Press • Touch Zoom and the Fn buttons [Zoom In(Tele)], [Zoom Out(Wide)], and [Crop Zoom Increment(Step)] can also be used in the recording screen. • RAW images are recorded without being cropped. •...
Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Hybrid Zoom(Photo)] Even higher zoom rates can be achieved just with zoom ring operations by combining the optical zoom and [Crop Zoom]. Zooming at a higher rate is possible the smaller the [Minimum Image Size] Set to [ ] mode.
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Sets how focal length is displayed. [Composite Focal Length]: Result of the [Focal Length calculation “focal length of the optical zoom × Display crop zoom rate” (eg.: 180 mm) Setting] [+ Crop Magnification]: The focal length of the optical zoom and the crop zoom rate (eg.: 60 mm ×...
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When the following functions are being used, [Hybrid Zoom(Photo)] is not available: – The [RAW] [Picture Quality] – High Resolution mode – [Crop Zoom(Photo)] – [Multiple Exposure] • The zoom operation may not be smooth if you use a zoom lens other than a Panasonic interchangeable lens (S series).
Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Crop Zoom(Video)] Cut out the central section of the image to get an enhanced telescopic effect without image quality deterioration. It can even be used with a prime lens. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Crop Zoom(Video)].
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [ON] Enables crop zoom. [OFF] — Sets how focal length is displayed. [Composite Focal Length]: Result of the [Focal Length calculation “focal length of the optical zoom × Display crop zoom rate” (eg.: 180 mm) Setting] [+ Crop Magnification]: The focal length of the optical zoom and the crop zoom rate (eg.:...
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Using [Crop Zoom(Video)] Set [Crop Zoom(Video)] to [ON]. • [Crop Zoom(Video)] [ON] • While [Crop Zoom(Video)] is set to [ON], zoom operations are enabled by pressing 3421. ([Zoom Control] in [Fn Button Set] is allocated to 3421.) Perform the zoom operations.
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Rec Quality] and Crop Zoom Rate Maximum crop zoom rate [Rec Quality] When using When using APS-C full-frame lenses lenses 6K video, 5.9K video, 5.8K video, — — 5.1K video, 4.8K video 3.3K video, C4K video/Cs4K video (120p/100p/ —...
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom • The [Focal Length Display Setting] settings work together across the following menus: – [Crop Zoom(Photo)] – [Crop Zoom(Video)] • When the following functions are being used, [Crop Zoom(Video)] is not available: – [S&Q] video with a [Slow & Quick Setting] frame rate exceeding 60 fps –...
Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Hybrid Zoom(Video)] Even higher zoom rates can be achieved just with zoom ring operations by combining the optical zoom and [Crop Zoom]. Optical zoom only FULL FULL PIXEL/PIXEL PIXEL/PIXEL Hybrid zoom (optical zoom and crop zoom) FULL PIXEL/PIXEL...
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Hybrid Zoom(Video)]. [Hybrid Zoom(Video)] ≥ [ON] Enables hybrid zoom. [OFF] — Sets how focal length is displayed. [Composite Focal Length]: Result of the [Focal Length calculation “focal length of the optical zoom ×...
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Focus / Zoom – Recording with Zoom [Rec Quality] and Crop Zoom Rate Maximum crop zoom rate [Rec Quality] When using When using APS-C full-frame lenses lenses 6K video, 5.9K video, 5.8K video, — — 5.1K video, 4.8K video 3.3K video, C4K video/Cs4K video (120p/100p/ —...
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– [Crop Zoom(Video)] • The zoom operation may not be smooth if you use a zoom lens other than a Panasonic interchangeable lens (S series). • Depending on the lens, it may not be possible to zoom to the maximum crop...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer This chapter describes functions for recording in drive mode and the image stabilizer function. Selecting the Drive Mode: 257 ≥ Taking Burst Pictures: 259 ≥ High Resolution mode: 271 ≥ Recording with Time Lapse Shot: 276 ≥...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Selecting the Drive Mode Selecting the Drive Mode You can switch the drive mode to Single, Burst, etc. to match the recording conditions. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Press the drive mode dial lock button (1) to release the lock.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Selecting the Drive Mode ] (High Resolution mode) (High Resolution mode: 271) This merges pictures with a high resolution from multiple recorded images. ] (Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation) (Recording with Time Lapse Shot: 276, Recording with Stop Motion Animation:...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures Taking Burst Pictures Takes pictures continuously while the shutter button is pressed and held. You can select burst recording settings to suit the recording conditions, including [H+], [H], [M], and [L] which enable burst recording with high image quality, and SH burst recording which takes burst pictures at ultra high speeds using an electronic shutter.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures [SH] Takes burst pictures at ultra high speed with the electronic shutter. [SH PRE] Takes pre-burst pictures at ultra high speed. (SH Pre-burst Recording: 262) [H+] Takes burst pictures faster than [H]. •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures [Behavior in SH Burst] When the burst rate is [SH]/[SH PRE], you can set the behavior during burst recording. [Burst Shot Setting] [Behavior in SH Burst] [IMAGE PRIORITY] Image quality is prioritized and RAW images with a 14-bit color depth are recorded.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures SH Pre-burst Recording The camera also records images for the set amount of time during the period between when the shutter button is pressed halfway and when it is pressed fully.
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(Low speed) • When recording under the test conditions specified by Panasonic. Recording conditions may reduce the maximum number of frames recordable. *1 Recording stops when the maximum number of frames recordable is reached. For SH pre-burst recording, this includes the number of pictures taken with pre-burst recording.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures The Number of Frames That Can Be Saved in Pre-Burst Recording Before and After Fully Pressing the Shutter Button [Behavior in SH Burst] [SH Burst [IMAGE PRIORITY] [SPEED PRIORITY] [Rec.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken Continuously When you press the shutter button halfway, the number of pictures that can be taken continuously will appear on the recording screen. Example) When 20 frames: [r20] •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures Focus when Taking Burst Pictures [Focus/Shutter [SH]/ Focus Priority] [SH PRE]/ [M]/[L] [H+] mode ([Focus/Shutter Priority]: 687) [FOCUS] Fixed to the focus of the first [AFS] [BALANCE] — frame [RELEASE] Estimated [FOCUS]...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures Exposure when Taking Burst Pictures [SH]/ Focus mode [SH PRE]/ [M]/[L] [H+] Fixed to the [AFS] exposure of the — first frame The exposure is The exposure is Fixed to the [AFC] adjusted for each adjusted for each...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures • It may take a while to save burst pictures. If you continue to take burst pictures while saving is in progress, the maximum number of frames recordable will be reduced. When taking burst pictures, we recommend using a high-speed card.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Taking Burst Pictures Notes on SH pre-burst recording • Pictures taken before the shutter button is pressed fully are not saved in the following cases: – When recording with the Touch Shutter – When [Half-Press Shutter] in the [Custom] ([Focus/Shutter]) menu is set to [ON] •...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – High Resolution mode High Resolution mode This merges pictures with a high resolution from multiple recorded images. This function is suitable for recording subjects that do not move. When [Handheld High-Res] is set to on, you can record pictures with a higher resolution without using a tripod.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – High Resolution mode [Handheld High-Res] You can record without using a tripod. Turn on the image stabilizer function. • When [OFF], the image stabilizer function is not available. [Picture Quality] Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. [COMBINED]/[FINE]/[RAW+FINE]/[RAW] •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – High Resolution mode [Simul Record Normal Shot] Simultaneously takes pictures that are not merged when [ON] is set. The first picture will be saved with [Picture Size] set to [L]. [Shutter Delay] Sets the delay time from when the shutter button is pressed until the shutter is released.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – High Resolution mode Decide on the composition and then fix the camera in place. • If blurring is detected, the High Resolution mode icon (A) blinks. • When [Handheld High-Res] is set to [ON], the icon changes to [ Start recording.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – High Resolution mode • In High Resolution mode, recording will be performed using the following settings: – [Shutter Type]: [ELEC.] (When [Long Exposure NR] is set to [OFF])/ [ELEC.+NR] (When [Long Exposure NR] is set to [ON]) –...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot Recording with Time Lapse Shot Pictures are taken automatically at a set recording interval. This feature is ideal for keeping track of changes over time in subjects such as animals and plants.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot Set [Mode] to [Time Lapse Shot]. [Time Lapse/Animation] [Mode] [Time ≥ Lapse Shot] Set the recording settings. [Mode] Switches between Time Lapse Shot and Stop Motion Animation. [Shooting Interval Setting] [ON]: Sets the interval before the next recording takes place.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot [Exposure Leveling] Adjusts the exposure automatically to prevent large changes in brightness between adjacent frames. [Create New Folder At Rec] [Create a New Folder]: When set to [ON], a new folder is created each time that Time Lapse Shot recording is started.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot Setting Assistant for Time Lapse Shot Recording When [DISP.] is pressed in the [Image Count]/[Shooting Interval] setting screen, [Image Count] and [Shooting Interval] can be set by automatically calculating them from the frame rate, time, and recording duration of the video to be created.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot • [Image Count] can be set in the range between 1 and 9999. • [Shooting Interval] is set in the range between 00m01s and 99m59s. Decimal places are rounded down if the number is not evenly divisible. •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot Operations during Time Lapse Shot Recording Pressing the shutter button halfway during sleep status will turn on the camera. • You can perform the following operations by pressing [Q] during Time Lapse Shot recording.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Time Lapse Shot • Pictures recorded to more than one card cannot be combined into a single video. • The camera gives priority to achieving the standard exposure, so it may not take pictures at the set interval or take the set number of pictures.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Stop Motion Animation Recording with Stop Motion Animation Take pictures while moving the subject little by little. The pictures taken will be saved as a set of group images that can be combined into a stop motion video.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Stop Motion Animation Set the recording settings. [Mode] Switches between Time Lapse Shot and Stop Motion Animation. [Add to Picture Group] Allows you to continue recording for a set of stop motion images that have already been recorded.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Stop Motion Animation Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button fully. ≥Take pictures repeatedly while moving the subject little by little. • The recording screen displays up to two pictures taken previously. Use them as reference for the amount of movement.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording with Stop Motion Animation Create a video. (Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Videos: 287) • After the recording has stopped, select [Yes] on the confirmation screen to proceed to create a video. Even if you select [No], you can still create a video with [Stop Motion Video] in the [Playback] ([Process Image]) menu.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Videos Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Videos After performing Time Lapse Shot or stop motion recording, you can proceed to create a video. • Refer to the sections below about these recording functions. –...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Videos [OK] Creates a video. [Rec Quality] Sets the video image quality. [Frame Rate] Sets the number of frames per second. The larger the number is, the smoother the video will be. [Sequence] [NORMAL]: Splices pictures together in recording order.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording Using the Self-timer Recording Using the Self-timer Set the drive mode to [ ≥Set the drive mode dial. (Selecting the Drive Mode: 257) Set the self-timer time. (Setting the Self-timer Time: 291) •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording Using the Self-timer Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button, video rec. button, or sub video rec. button. ≥After the self-timer light blinks, shooting or video recording starts.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording Using the Self-timer Setting the Self-timer Time Picture: Select [Self Timer] Video: [Self Timer Setting] Select [Self Timer] * This can be set by setting [Self Timer For Video] to [ON] in [Self Timer Setting] in the [Video] ([Others (Video)]) menu.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Recording Using the Self-timer • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. • [Self Timer] in the [Photo] ([Others (Photo)]) menu and [Self Timer] in the [Self Timer Setting] ([Video] ([Others (Video)]) menu) work together. •...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording Bracket Recording When the shutter button is pressed, the camera can record multiple images while automatically changing the setting value for exposure, aperture, focus or white balance (adjustment value or color temperature). •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording Set [More Settings]. ≥For information about [More Settings], refer to page for each bracketing method. Close the menu. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. Focus on the subject and then take pictures.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording Setting Items ([Bracketing Type]) ] (Exposure Bracket) When the shutter button is pressed, the camera records while changing the exposure. ([More Settings] (Exposure Bracket): 297) ] (Aperture Bracket) When the shutter button is pressed, the camera records while changing the aperture value.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording • When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [65:24]/[2:1], only the Exposure Bracket can be used. • White Balance Bracket and White Balance Bracket (Color Temperature) are not available when using the following functions: –...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording [More Settings] (Exposure Bracket) [Step] Sets the image count and exposure compensation step. [3•1/3] (record 3 images in 1/3 EV steps) to [7•1] (record 7 images in 1 EV steps) [Sequence] Sets the order in which images are recorded.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording [More Settings] (Aperture Bracket) [Image Count] [3]/[5]: Records the set number of images while alternately setting the aperture value in the sequence of one before and then one after using the initial aperture value as the reference.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording [More Settings] (Focus Bracket) [Step] Sets the focus adjustment step. • The distance that the focus point is moved becomes shorter if the initial focus point is close, and longer if it is far away. [Image Count] Sets the image count.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Bracket Recording [More Settings] (White Balance Bracket) Rotate to set the correction step and then press Rotate to the right: Horizontal direction ([A] - [B]) Rotate to the left: Vertical direction ([G] - [M]) •...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Live View Composite] [Live View Composite] Images are recorded over several times and only the parts that change to become brighter form part of the composition. The images composed by recording at a set exposure time (shutter speed) are displayed, allowing the images to be confirmed as recording proceeds.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Live View Composite] Set [Live View Composite]. [Live View Composite] ≥ Start Live View Composite recording. ≥Select [Start] and then press Decide on the composition and then fix the camera in place.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Live View Composite] Start recording. ≥Press the shutter button fully. • Recording is done according to the settings in Step , and images processed with noise reduction are merged a frame at a time. (A) Histogram display (B) Shutter speed ×...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Live View Composite] Setting Items ([Live View Composite]) [Start] Starts Live View Composite recording. [Shutter Delay] Sets the delay time from when the shutter button is pressed until the shutter is released. [8 SEC]/[4 SEC]/[2 SEC]/[1 SEC]/[OFF] •...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Silent Mode] [Silent Mode] This disables all operation sounds and light output at once. The audio from the speaker will be muted and the flash and the AF assist light will be set to forced off mode. •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Silent Mode] For videos: Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Silent Mode]. [Silent Mode] ≥ Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Even when [ON] is set, the following functions light/blink: – Charging light/Network connection light –...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] [Shutter Type] [Long Exposure NR]: 311 ≥ [Synchro Scan(Photo)]: 312 ≥ [Min. Shutter Speed]: 314 ≥ [Shutter Delay]: 315 ≥ Selects the shutter type to use for taking pictures. Set to [ ] mode.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] [AUTO] Switches the shutter type automatically depending on the recording conditions and shutter speed. [MECH.] Records with the mechanical shutter type. [EFC] Records with the electronic front curtain type. [ELEC.] Records with the electronic shutter type. [ELEC.+NR] Records with the electronic shutter type.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] Mechanical Electronic front Electronic shutter type shutter type curtain type This type starts This type starts and exposure This type starts and ends exposure with Mechanism electronically and ends exposure the mechanical ends it with the electronically.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] • The electronic front curtain type reduces blur caused by the shutter because the amount of vibration from the shutter is small compared to the mechanical shutter type. • The electronic shutter type allows you to record without vibration from the shutter. •...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] [Synchro Scan(Photo)] The flicker or horizontal stripes of the light source can be mitigated by making fine adjustments to the shutter speed. The shutter speed set in Synchro Scan is saved separately from the shutter speed used for normal recording.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] Set the shutter speed. to select a numeric value, then press ≥Rotate • The shutter speed can be set in the range between 1/48.0 and 1/8192.0 of a second. • Press 34 to change the shutter speed in 1/4 TV intervals. Press 21 to make fine adjustments.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] [Min. Shutter Speed] Sets the minimum shutter speed when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Min. Shutter Speed]. [Min. Shutter Speed] ≥...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – [Shutter Type] [Shutter Delay] To reduce camera shake and shutter-induced blur, the shutter is released after the specified time has passed since the shutter button was pressed. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Shutter Delay].
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer Image Stabilizer Image Stabilizer Settings: 319 ≥ This camera can use both the in-body image stabilizer and the in-lens image stabilizer. It is compatible with the Dual I.S.2 system that is an effective combination of the 2 image stabilizers.
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Combinations of lenses and image stabilizers (As of May 2025) Image stabilizers that can be used will differ depending on the attached lens. Available image Attached lens Example of icon stabilizer Panasonic lenses with image Body+Lens stabilization function (Dual I.S.2) Other manufacturers’ lenses with image stabilization Body or Lens...
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer Using the Image Stabilizer • When using a lens with an O.I.S. switch, set the switch on the lens to [ON]. • When using a lens that does not have a communication function with this camera, after turning on the camera, a message asking for confirmation of the lens information is displayed.
Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer Image Stabilizer Settings Set the image stabilizer operation to match the recording situation. Picture: Select [Image Stabilizer] Video: Select [Image Stabilizer] [Operation Mode] Sets the stabilization movement (blur) to match the recording method (normal, panning).
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer [Boost I.S. (Video)] Increases the effectiveness of the image stabilizer during video recording. This effect can help provide a stable composition when you want to perform recording from a fixed perspective. ([Boost I.S.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer [Operation Mode] Set the stabilization movement (blur) to match the recording method (normal, panning). [Normal] Corrects vertical, horizontal, and rotational camera shake. This function is suitable for normal recording. [Panning (Auto)] Automatically detects the panning direction, and corrects vertical or horizontal camera shake according to the detected axis.
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] is displayed on the screen during video recording. [Cropless] Electronically corrects peripheral distortion only. • ] is displayed on the screen during video recording. • This can be set when using a Panasonic interchangeable lens (S series). [OFF] Turns the electronic image stabilizer (video) OFF.
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer • When set to [HIGH]/[STANDARD], there will be variations in the correction effect depending on recording conditions such as the lens used, the focal length, the video mode used for recording, etc. •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer [Anamorphic (Video)] You can switch to an image stabilizer that suits anamorphic recording. Settings: ]([2.0×])/[ ]([1.8×])/[ ]([1.5×])/[ ]([1.33×])/[ ]([1.30×])/ [OFF] • Make settings to suit the magnification of the anamorphic lens you are using. •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer [Lens Information] Register the information for lenses that cannot communicate with the camera. Match the in-body image stabilizer with the information of the lens you register. Press 34 to select the lens information to use and then press •...
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Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer [Focal Length] Enter the focal length. • The live view images can be enlarged for display when you rotate [I.S. Area] You can set the range of stabilisation for the image stabiliser so that vignetting does not occur due to the image stabiliser.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Select [Metering Mode] ] (Multi-metering) Method in which the most suitable exposure is measured by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – [Metering Mode] ] (Spot) Method used to measure the extremely small part around the spot-metering target (A). • When you move the AF area, the spot metering target also moves to match. ] (Highlight-weighted) Method used to perform measuring which focuses on the highlighted parts of the screen to prevent overexposure.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Program AE Mode Program AE Mode Program Shift: 332 ≥ In [P] mode (Program AE mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value for the brightness of the subject. You can also use Program Shift to change combinations of shutter speed and aperture values while keeping the same exposure.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Program AE Mode Press the shutter button halfway. ≥This displays the aperture value and shutter speed value on the recording screen. • If the correct exposure is not achieved, the aperture value (A) and shutter speed (B) blink red.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Program AE Mode Program Shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination set automatically by the camera while maintaining the same exposure. With this, you can, for example, make the background more defocused by decreasing the aperture value or capture a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Program AE Mode • Program Shift is not available when using the following function: – Flash • You can customize dial operations: ([Dial Set.]: 698) • The recording screen can display an exposure meter indicating the relationship between aperture value and shutter speed: ([Expo.Meter]: 707)
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Aperture-Priority AE Mode Aperture-Priority AE Mode In [A] mode (Aperture-Priority AE mode), you can set the aperture value before recording. The shutter speed will be automatically set by the camera. Smaller aperture values It becomes easier to defocus the background.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Aperture-Priority AE Mode Set the recording mode to [A]. ≥Set the mode dial. (Selecting the Recording Mode: Set the aperture value. ≥Rotate Start recording. • If the correct exposure is not achieved when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the aperture value and the shutter speed blink red.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Aperture-Priority AE Mode Depth of Field Characteristics Aperture value Small Large Focal length of lens Telephoto Wide-angle Distance to subject Near More distant Shallow (narrow) Deep (wide) Depth of field Example: When you want Example: When you want (area in sharp focus) to take a image with a...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Shutter-Priority AE Mode Shutter-Priority AE Mode In [S] mode (Shutter-Priority AE mode), you can set the shutter speed before recording. The aperture value will be automatically set by the camera. Slower shutter speeds It becomes easier to capture motion Faster shutter speeds It becomes easier to freeze motion...
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Shutter-Priority AE Mode Set the recording mode to [S]. ≥Set the mode dial. (Selecting the Recording Mode: Set the shutter speed. ≥Rotate Start recording. • If the correct exposure is not achieved when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the aperture value and the shutter speed blink red.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Shutter-Priority AE Mode • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check the effects on the recording screen, use [Preview]. (Preview Mode: 346) •...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode Manual Exposure Mode Available Shutter Speeds (Sec.): 343 ≥ [B] (Bulb): 345 ≥ In [M] mode (Manual Exposure mode), you can record by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed. In default settings, the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO].
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode Set the aperture value and shutter speed. to set the aperture value (A), and to set the shutter ≥Rotate speed (B). 30 30 Start recording. • If the correct exposure is not achieved when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the aperture value and the shutter speed blink red.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode Manual Exposure Assist When ISO sensitivity is set to other than [AUTO], Manual Exposure Assist (example: ) will be displayed on the recording screen. You can check the difference between the current exposure value and the standard exposure (±0) measured by the camera.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode Available Shutter Speeds (Sec.) • [MECH.] [B] (Bulb, max. approx. 30 minutes), 60 to 1/8000 • [EFC] [B] (Bulb, max. approx. 30 minutes), 60 to 1/2000 • [ELEC.] [B] (Bulb, max. approx. 60 seconds), 60 to 1/16000...
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check the effects on the recording screen, use [Preview]. (Preview Mode: 346) You can set the preview of the aperture effect and the shutter speed effect to constantly operate in [M] mode to check the depth of field and movement of the...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Manual Exposure Mode [B] (Bulb) If you set the shutter speed to [B] (Bulb), the shutter stays open while the shutter button is pressed fully. (up to approx. 30 minutes) The shutter closes when the shutter button is released. Use this when you want to keep the shutter open for a long time to record images of fireworks, night scenery or a starry sky.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Preview Mode Preview Mode You can check the effects of aperture on the recording screen by physically closing the aperture blades of the lens to the aperture value set for actual recording. In addition to the effects of aperture, you can check the effects of shutter speed at the same time.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Preview Mode • It is possible to record in preview mode. • Range for shutter speed effect check is 8 seconds to 1/8000 of a second. • Depending on the [Constant Preview] setting, there are preview screens that cannot be displayed.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation [i.Dynamic Range]: 351 ≥ You can compensate the exposure when the standard exposure determined by the camera is too bright or too dark. You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of ±5 EV. When recording videos, the range changes to ±3 EV.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Exposure Compensation • In [M] mode, you can compensate the exposure by setting the ISO sensitivity to [AUTO]. • When the exposure compensation value falls below or exceeds ±3 EV, the brightness of the recording screen will no longer change. Press the shutter button halfway or use AE Lock to reflect the value on the recording screen.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Exposure Compensation [i.Dynamic Range] Contrast and exposure are compensated when the brightness difference between the background and subject is great. Select [i.Dynamic Range] Settings: [AUTO]/[HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the recording conditions.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – [Multiple Exposure] [Multiple Exposure] You can apply an effect equivalent to four exposures on a single image. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Multiple Exposure]. [Multiple Exposure] ≥ [Start] Starts exposure for multiple exposures.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – [Multiple Exposure] • After selecting [Start], pressing the shutter button fully starts multiple exposure. • Preview is displayed for each recording, and the following operations are available: – [Next] (You can also perform the same operation by pressing the shutter button halfway.) –...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Lock the focus and exposure in advance to take pictures with the same focus and exposure settings while changing the composition. This is useful when you want to bring an edge of the screen into focus or there is a backlight, for example.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Lock focus and exposure. ≥Press and hold the Fn button. ≥If focus is locked, then the AF lock icon (A) will be displayed. ≥If exposure is locked, then the AE lock icon (B) will be displayed. Hold the Fn button to decide on the composition and then perform recording.
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity ISO Sensitivity [Dual Native ISO Setting]: 361 ≥ [ISO Sensitivity (photo)]: 363 ≥ You can set light sensitivity (ISO sensitivity). Press [ISO].
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity Select ISO sensitivity. , or ≥Rotate ≥Selection is also possible by pressing [ISO]. AUTO AUTO Confirm your selection. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. Characteristics of the ISO Sensitivity By increasing the ISO sensitivity, the shutter speed can be increased in dark places to prevent camera shake and subject blur.
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity Setting Items (ISO Sensitivity) [AUTO] The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness. • Taking picture: Maximum [6400] • Video recording: Maximum [6400] [100] to [51200] The ISO sensitivity is fixed at the selected value. •...
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity • When the following functions are being used, the ISO sensitivity that can be set is restricted. – High Resolution mode: Up to an upper limit of [3200] – [Filter Settings]: Up to an upper limit of [6400] –...
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity • You can set upper and lower limits for ISO Auto: ([ISO Sensitivity (photo)]: 363, [ISO Sensitivity (video)]: 444) • You can change the intervals between ISO sensitivity settings values: ([ISO Increments]: 682) •...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity [Dual Native ISO Setting] You can set whether to switch the base sensitivity automatically or to fix it. Select [Dual Native ISO Setting] [AUTO] The base sensitivity is automatically switched according to the brightness. •...
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Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity • [Dual Native ISO Setting] is fixed to [AUTO] in the following cases: – [iA] mode – High Resolution Mode (When [Photo Style] is set to [V-Log] or [REAL TIME LUT] (base Photo Style is [V-Log])) –...
Metering / Exposure / ISO Sensitivity – ISO Sensitivity [ISO Sensitivity (photo)] Sets the lower and upper limits for ISO sensitivity when ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [ISO Sensitivity (photo)]. ...
White Balance / Image Quality This chapter describes functions that enable you to record images how you imagine them, such as white balance and Photo Style. White Balance (WB): 365 ≥ [Photo Style]: 373 ≥ [Filter Settings]: 388 ≥ [REAL TIME LUT]: 394 ≥...
White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) White Balance (WB) Adjusting the White Balance: 371 ≥ White balance (WB) is a function that corrects the color cast produced by the light illuminating the subject. It corrects the colors so that white objects appear in white to make the overall color closer to what is seen by the eye.
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White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) Select the white balance. ≥Rotate ≥Selection is also possible by pressing [WB]. AWBc AWBc AWBw AWBw Confirm your selection. ≥Press the shutter button halfway.
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White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) Setting Items (White Balance) [AI-AWB] Auto (In scenes where there are multiple light sources, such as incandescent lights and sunlight, automatic detection is done for each area, and adjusts to the optimal coloring.) •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) (1) [AWB] will work within this range. (2) Blue sky (3) Cloudy sky (Rain) (4) Shade (5) Sunlight (6) White fluorescent light (7) Incandescent light bulb (8) Sunrise and sunset (9) Candlelight K=Kelvin Color Temperature...
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White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) • Under lighting such as fluorescent or LED lighting, the appropriate white balance will vary depending on the lighting type. Use [AWB], [AWBc], [AWBw] or [ ] to [ • The white balance is fixed to [AWB] while [Filter Settings] is being used. •...
White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) Registering the White Set Take pictures of a white object under the light source of the recording location to adjust the white balance until it appears white. Press [WB] and then select any value from [ ] to [ Press 3.
White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) Adjusting the White Balance You can adjust the coloring even when the coloring you want to apply is not produced by the selected white balance. Press [WB]. Select the white balance and then press 4. ≥The adjustment screen is displayed.
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White Balance / Image Quality – White Balance (WB) Confirm your selection. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. • When the white balance is adjusted, the color of its recording screen icon changes to the adjusted color. Adjusting toward the [G] side will display [+], while adjusting toward the [M] side will display [−].
White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [Photo Style] You can select the finishing settings of images to suit your subjects and expression styles. The image quality can be adjusted for each Photo Style. You can also apply the LUT file you have loaded in the camera and record pictures and videos.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [L.ClassicNeo] A setting for a film-like effect that has a nostalgic, soft coloring. [Flat] A setting that produces a flatter image quality with lower saturation and contrast. [Landscape] A setting suited for sceneries with vivid blue skies and greens. [Portrait] A setting suited for portraits with a healthy and beautiful skin tone.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [Cinelike A2] A setting with a gamma curve that prioritizes a balance between dynamic range and contrast, and that uses a neutral color tone to create a film-like finishing touch. [Cinelike D2] A setting that creates a film-like finishing touch using a gamma curve and gives priority to the dynamic range.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [REAL TIME LUT] You can apply the LUT file that was registered in [LUT Library]. ([LUT Library]: 396) • [Sample LUT1] is applied in the default setting. • The Photo Style acting as the base is set automatically by the applied LUT file. (If there is no base Photo Style information in the LUT file, you can select [V-Log].) Use My Photo Style when you want to change the Photo Style that will act as the base.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [MY PHOTO STYLE 1] to [MY PHOTO STYLE 10] Adjusts the image quality of Photo Style items to your preferred settings and registers these as My Photo Style items. (Registering Settings in My Photo Style: 386) •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] • In [iA] mode, operation differs from that in other recording modes. – [Standard] or [Monochrome] can be set. – The setting will be reset to [Standard] when the camera is switched to another recording mode or it is turned off.
White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] Adjusting Image Quality Press 21 to select the type of Photo Style. Press 34 to select an item and then press 21 to adjust. • Adjusted items are indicated with [¢]. ±0 ±0 ±0...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [Hue] Assuming that the reference point is red, this rotates the hue toward violet/magenta or yellow/green to adjust the coloring of the entire image. [Filter Effect] [Yellow]: Enhances the contrast. (Effect: weak) Records the sky with a clear blue. [Orange]: Enhances the contrast.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] [Dual Native ISO Setting] Sets the Dual Native ISO. ([Dual Native ISO Setting]: 361) [Sensitivity] Sets the ISO sensitivity. (ISO Sensitivity: 356) [White Balance] Sets the white balance. (White Balance (WB): 365) •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] • The items that you can adjust the image quality for depend on the Photo Style type. ([Saturation]) ...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] *4 Adjustment may not be possible depending on the base Photo Style. *5 Can be set when a LUT file is applied with My Photo Style. *6 Can be set when [Grain Effect] is one of [Low], [Standard], or [High]. *7 You can set up to 2 LUT files when the [Photo Style] is My Photo Style.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] Range Properties When Recording with a LUT File Applied The following table shows the range properties for videos recorded with LUT files applied in Photo Style: (A) MP4 (B) MOV (C) Apple ProRes 422HQ/422 [Rec.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] • When editing video with image editing software, we recommend using LUT files for full range. • When generating LUT files from recorded video files using image editing software, we recommend using video files recorded with [Luminance Level] set to [0-255] ([0-1023]) or [16-235] ([64-940]).
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] Registering Settings in My Photo Style Press 21 to select the type of Photo Style. Adjust the image quality. • My Photo Style displays the types of Photo Style at the top of image quality adjustment.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Photo Style] Changing the Registered Contents of My Photo Style Select any value from [MY PHOTO STYLE 1] to [MY PHOTO STYLE 10]. Press [DISP.] and then set the item. [Load Preset Setting] [Save Current Setting] [Edit Title] [Restore to Default]...
White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] [Filter Settings] [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]: 393 ≥ This mode records with additional image effects (filters). You can adjust the effect for each filter. In addition, you can simultaneously take pictures without effects. Set to [ ] or [ ] mode.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] Select the filter. ≥Press 34 to select, and then press ≥You can also select the image effect (filter) by touching the sample picture. • Press [DISP.] to switch the screen in the order of normal display and guide display.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] Adjusting the Filter Effect You can adjust the filter effect. Select the filter. On the recording screen, press [WB]. Rotate to set. • To return to the recording screen, press [WB] again. •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] Setting a Filter with Touch Operation • The default settings are for the Touch Tab to not be displayed. Set [Touch Tab] to [ON] in [Touch Settings] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu. ([Touch Settings]: 694) Touch [...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] • White balance will be fixed to [AWB] and the flash will be fixed to [ ] (Forced Flash Off). • The upper limit to ISO sensitivity is [6400]. • Depending on the filter, the recording screen may seem as if frames are missed. •...
White Balance / Image Quality – [Filter Settings] [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter] You can simultaneously take pictures with no added filter effects. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set the [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]. [Filter Settings] [Simultaneous Record ≥...
White Balance / Image Quality – [REAL TIME LUT] [REAL TIME LUT] Set the Photo Style to [REAL TIME LUT] and apply a LUT file. Register [REAL TIME LUT] to the Fn button. (Fn Buttons: 646) Display the LUT file selection screen. ≥Press the Fn button set in Step •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [REAL TIME LUT] Select the LUT. Sample LUT1 Switch Cancel Real Time LUT ≥Press 21 to select, and then press ≥You can also select by rotating ≥The LUT file list is displayed when you press [DISP.]. •...
≥ Register LUT files to the camera to use with Photo Style and LUT View Assist. Using the “Panasonic LUMIX Lab” smartphone app, you can register LUT files on the smartphone in the [LUT Library] on the camera. (LUT Library...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [LUT Library] • The following LUT file can be used: – The “.vlt” format, which meets the requirements specified in the “VARICAM 3DLUT REFERENCE MANUAL Rev.1.0” – The “.cube” format • The “.cube” format LUT files are compatible with 2-point to 33-point 3D LUT. •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – [LUT Library] Insert a card on which a LUT file is saved into the camera. Select [LUT Library]. [LUT Library] ≥ Select the registration destination. ≥Press 34 to select, and then press ≥If you select a registered item, the LUT file will be registered by overwriting.
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White Balance / Image Quality – [LUT Library] Select [Load]. ≥Press ≥You can change the display order of LUT files by selecting [Sorting]. ≥The registered LUT file is deleted when you select [Delete]. ≥You can change the registered name of LUT files by selecting [Edit Title].
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White Balance / Image Quality – [LUT Library] Select the LUT file to load. ≥Press 34 to select, and then press • The default setting is for [Vlog_709] and 3 sample LUTs to be registered. • Up to 39 LUT files can be registered. •...
White Balance / Image Quality – [LUT Library] Base Photo Style of LUT files With Real Time LUT, the Photo Style information (base Photo Style) set in the LUT file is recognized to determine the Photo Style. You can add the base Photo Style information to the LUT files (“.cube” format only) you create yourself.
White Balance / Image Quality – HLG Recording (HEIF Format) HLG Recording (HEIF Format) Record HEIF images with the wide dynamic range of the HLG format. • “HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)” is an international standard (ITU-R BT.2100) HDR format. • This is available when [Rec.
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White Balance / Image Quality – HLG Recording (HEIF Format) Set [HEIF Format] to [HDR(HLG)]. [HEIF Format] ≥ [HDR(HLG)] Images with a wide dynamic range are recorded with the Hybrid Log Gamma mode (BT2100). [SDR] Records with SDR format. •...
White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation Lens Compensation [Vignetting Comp.]: 405 ≥ [Color Shading Compensation]: 406 ≥ [Diffraction Compensation]: 410 ≥ [Vignetting Comp.] When the screen periphery darkens as a result of the lens characteristics, you can record pictures with the brightness of the screen periphery corrected.
White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation [Color Shading Compensation] Compensate for the coloring that occurs around the screen (color shading) due to the characteristics of the lens. When using an L-Mount lens The color shading is automatically compensated, but it is also possible to make manual fine adjustments.
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White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation When Using Other Than an L-Mount Lens You can compensate for the color shading for other than L-Mount lenses and register the compensation details. Select [Color Shading Compensation]. • ...
White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation • When [Color Shading Compensation] is operating, [ ] is displayed on the recording screen. • If you adjust a compensation value already registered in [PRESET], [¢] is displayed next to [ •...
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White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation Changing and deleting presets Select [PRESET] in [Color Shading Compensation]. • [Color Shading Compensation] [PRESET] Press 34 to select a registered preset, then press [DISP.]. Press 34 to select [Edit], [Sorting], or [Delete], and then press •...
White Balance / Image Quality – Lens Compensation [Diffraction Compensation] The camera raises the image resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. Select [Diffraction Compensation] Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the recording conditions.
• Please also refer to the operating instructions for the external flash. • For information about external flashes whose operation has been verified with this camera, refer to the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) Using an External Flash: 412 ≥...
Flash – Using an External Flash Using an External Flash Removing the Hot Shoe Cover: 412 ≥ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover Before attaching the external flash, remove the hot shoe cover. Refer to the operating instructions for the external flash for details about how to attach it.
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Flash – Using an External Flash Notes on Flash Recording • Remove the lens hood to prevent vignetting. • Flash recording is not possible when the following functions are being used: – [ELEC.]/[Silent Mode] – High Resolution mode – [Filter Settings] –...
Flash – Setting Flash Setting Flash [Flash Mode]: 415 ≥ [Firing Mode]/[Manual Flash Adjust.]: 418 ≥ [Flash Adjust.]: 420 ≥ [Flash Synchro]: 421 ≥ [Auto Exposure Comp.]: 423 ≥ You can set the flash function to control flash firing from the camera.
Flash – Setting Flash [Flash Mode] Sets the flash mode. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Flash Mode]. [Flash Mode] ≥ [ ] (Forced Flash On)/[ ] (Forced On/Red-Eye) The flash fires every time regardless of the recording conditions. This is suitable for recording when there is backlighting or under lighting such as fluorescent lighting.
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Flash – Setting Flash • The flash fires twice. The interval between the first and second firings is longer when [ ] or [ is set. The subject should not move until the second firing has finished. • ] and [ ] cannot be used when the following are set: –...
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Flash – Setting Flash Available Flash Settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the recording mode. (: Available, —: Not available) Recording mode [P]/[A] [S]/[M] — — • ] and [ ] can be set in [iA] mode.
Flash – Setting Flash [Firing Mode]/[Manual Flash Adjust.] You can select whether to set the flash output automatically or manually. • The settings made here are enabled when some external flashes are attached. For flashes other than the above, make the settings on the flash. Set to [ ] mode.
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Flash – Setting Flash (When set to [MANUAL]) Select [Manual Flash Adjust.] and then press Press 21 to set the flash output and then press • It can be set within the range of [1/1] (full flash output) to [1/128] in 1/3 steps.
Flash – Setting Flash [Flash Adjust.] You can adjust the flash output when taking pictures with the flash in TTL output mode. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select [Flash Adjust.]. [Flash Adjust.] ≥ Press 21 to adjust the flash output and then press •...
Flash – Setting Flash [Flash Synchro] When a moving subject is recorded at night using a slow shutter and flash, a trail of light may appear in front of the subject. If you set [Flash Synchro] to [2ND], you can take a dynamic picture with a trail of light appearing behind the subject by firing the flash immediately before the shutter closes.
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Flash – Setting Flash • When [2ND] is set, [2nd] is displayed on the flash icon of the recording screen. • When the following functions are being used, the setting is fixed to [1ST]: – [Wireless] – [Live View Composite] •...
Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash Recording Using a Wireless Flash You can use an external flash to record using a wireless flash. You can separately control the firing of three flash groups and the flash attached to the hot shoe of the camera.
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash Placing a Wireless Flash Place the wireless flash with its wireless sensor facing the camera. Placement example When (C) is placed to erase the shadow in the background of the subject that the flash groups (A) and (B) will create •...
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash Attach an external flash to the camera. (Removing the Hot Shoe Cover: 412) Set the wireless flashes to [RC] mode and then place them. • Set the channel and group for the wireless flashes. Set to [ ] mode.
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash Set [Wireless Channel]. • Select the same channel as on the wireless flash side. Set [Wireless Setup]. • Set the firing mode and flash output. • When [Wireless] is set, [WL] is displayed on the flash icon of the recording screen.
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash Setting Items ([Wireless Setup]) • To fire a test flash, press [DISP.]. [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the flash output. [AUTO]: Sets the flash output on the external flash side. [Firing Mode] [MANUAL]: Sets the flash output of the external flash manually.
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the flash output. [AUTO] : Sets the flash output on the wireless flash side. [Firing Mode] [MANUAL]: Sets the flash output of the wireless flash manually. [A Group]/ [OFF]: The wireless flashes of the specified [B Group]/ group will not fire.
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Flash – Recording Using a Wireless Flash [Wireless FP] The external flash performs FP firing (repeated high-speed firing of the flash) during wireless recording, enabling recording using the Flash even at fast shutter speeds. Select [Wireless FP] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] ...
Video Settings This section describes the settings used when recording video. Displays Suited to Video Recording: 432 ≥ [Photo/Video Separate Setting]: 433 ≥ Using AF (Video): 434 ≥ Video Brightness and Coloring: 439 ≥ Audio Settings: 446 ≥ External Microphones (Optional): 456 ≥...
Video Settings – Displays Suited to Video Recording Displays Suited to Video Recording When in [ ]/[S&Q] mode, in the recording screen, the following parts switch to displays suited to video recording. 29.97 29.97 4K 4K 420/8-L 420/8-L FULL FULL ±...
Video Settings – [Photo/Video Separate Setting] [Photo/Video Separate Setting] In the default settings, the settings for exposure, white balance, etc., are separate for the [ ] mode and the [ ]/[S&Q] mode. You can select whether to have the settings during picture recording and video recording independent or shared.
Video Settings – Using AF (Video) Using AF (Video) [AFS Behavior in Video Mode]: 435 ≥ [AF Custom Setting(Video)]: 436 ≥ [Enlarged Live Display(Video)]: 437 ≥...
Video Settings – Using AF (Video) [AFS Behavior in Video Mode] You can set the behavior when the focus mode lever is set to [AFS] when in the [ ]/[S&Q] mode. Select [AFS Behavior in Video Mode] [AFS] Behaves the same as picture AFS.
Video Settings – Using AF (Video) [AF Custom Setting(Video)] You can fine-adjust the focusing method for video recording with [AFC]. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [AF Custom Setting(Video)]. [AF Custom Setting(Video)] ≥ [ON] Enables the following settings.
Video Settings – Using AF (Video) [Enlarged Live Display(Video)] When the AF mode is [ ], [ ], or [ ], or when recording with MF, the focus point can be enlarged for display. (When the AF mode is [ ] or [ ], the center of the screen is enlarged for display.)
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Video Settings – Using AF (Video) • If you use the following functions, enlarged display magnifications is fixed at 3×: – [Hybrid Zoom(Video)] – [Crop Zoom(Video)] • Depending on the lens used, the video enlarged display of live view screen may not be displayed.
Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring Video Brightness and Coloring [Luminance Level]: 439 ≥ [Master Pedestal Level]: 441 ≥ Recording While Controlling Overexposure (Knee): 442 ≥ [ISO Sensitivity (video)]: 444 ≥ [Dynamic Range Boost]: 445 ≥ [Luminance Level] You can set the luminance range to suit the purpose of video recording. You can set to [16-235] or [16-255], the standard for video, or to [0-255], which covers the entire range of luminance, the same as pictures.
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Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring [16-255]([64-1023]) Setting for video recording at video range. • The display may not show the correct gradation depending on the monitor, the video playback software, and the video editing software that you are using.
Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring [Master Pedestal Level] You can adjust the black level, which serves as the reference for images. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select [Master Pedestal Level]. [Master Pedestal Level] ≥...
Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring Recording While Controlling Overexposure (Knee) When [Photo Style] is set to [Like709], you can adjust the knee so that recording can be performed with minimal overexposure. Set [Photo Style] to [Like709]. ...
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Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring [AUTO] Adjusts the compression levels of high-luminance areas automatically. [MANUAL] You can set the luminance where compression starts (knee master point) and the intensity of compression (knee master slope). Press 34 to select an item and then press 21 to adjust. [POINT]: Master knee point [SLOPE]: Master knee slope •...
Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring [ISO Sensitivity (video)] Sets the lower and upper limits for ISO sensitivity when ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [ISO Sensitivity (video)]. ...
Video Settings – Video Brightness and Coloring [Dynamic Range Boost] Outputs a signal with a wide dynamic range from the image sensor. This allows recording of video with a wider dynamic range. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Dynamic Range Boost]. ...
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Sound Rec Level Disp.] The sound recording level is displayed on the recording screen. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Sound Rec Level Disp.]. [Sound Rec Level Disp.] ≥ [ON] Sound recording level displayed on the recording screen.
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Mute Sound Input] This mutes audio input. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Mute Sound Input]. [Mute Sound Input] ≥ Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • [ ] is displayed on the recording screen.
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Sound Rec Gain Level] This switches the gain of audio input. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Sound Rec Gain Level]. [Sound Rec Gain Level] ≥ [STANDARD] This is the standard input gain setting. (0 dB) [LOW] Audio input is reduced for recording in environments with loud noises.
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Sound Rec Quality] Sound quality for video can be set when the [Rec. File Format(Video)] is [MOV] or [Apple ProRes]. 32-bit float recording is possible when an XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional) is connected. Set to [ ] mode.
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Video Settings – Audio Settings [96kHz/24bit] Audio is recorded using 96kHz/24bit linear format. • This can be set when an XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional), Stereo Shotgun Microphone (DMW-MS2: optional), or Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS10: optional) is connected. (XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional): 461, External Microphones (Optional): 456)
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Wind Noise Canceller] This reduces the wind noise coming into the built-in microphone while maintaining sound quality. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Wind Noise Canceller]. [Wind Noise Canceller] ≥ [HIGH] This effectively reduces the wind noise by reducing the low-pitched sound when a strong wind is detected.
Video Settings – Audio Settings [Audio Information] This screen enables you to view audio settings and the status of recording all at once. You can also touch the screen to change the settings. • The operations on the audio information display screen are the same as the control panel operations.
Video Settings – External Microphones (Optional) External Microphones (Optional) Setting the Sound Pickup Range (DMW-MS2: Optional): 459 ≥ Reduction of Wind Noise: 460 ≥ With a Stereo Shotgun Microphone (DMW-MS2: optional) or Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS10: optional), you can record higher-quality high resolution audio compared to the built-in microphone.
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Video Settings – External Microphones (Optional) ([Mic Input (Plug-in Power)]) When connecting an external microphone that requires a power supply from the camera [MIC] socket. ([Mic Input]) When connecting an external microphone that does not require a power supply from the camera [MIC] socket. ([Line Input]) When connecting an external audio device for line output.
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Video Settings – External Microphones (Optional) Connect the external microphone to the camera and then turn on the camera. • If mounting the external microphone on the camera hot shoe (A), remove the hot shoe cover. (Removing the Hot Shoe Cover: 412) Make settings for the sound quality of the audio to be recorded in [Sound Rec Quality].
Video Settings – External Microphones (Optional) Setting the Sound Pickup Range (DMW-MS2: Optional) When using the Stereo Shotgun Microphone (DMW-MS2: optional), you can set the microphone sound pickup range. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Special Mic.]. ...
Video Settings – External Microphones (Optional) Reduction of Wind Noise This reduces wind noise when an external microphone is connected. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Wind Cut]. [Wind Cut] ≥ Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] • Setting [Wind Cut] may alter the usual sound quality.
Video Settings – XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) [4ch Audio Recording]: 464 ≥ By attaching an XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional), you can use a commercially available XLR microphone, etc., to enable superior-quality 32-bit float recording and 4-channel audio recording. ([Sound Rec Quality]: 451, [4ch Audio Recording]:...
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Video Settings – XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) Attach the XLR Microphone Adaptor to the hot shoe, and then turn on the camera. ≥Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] ≥ • When the XLR Microphone Adaptor is attached, [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] automatically turns [ON].
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Video Settings – XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) Notes Regarding the Optional XLR Microphone Adaptor DMW-XLR1 You can also use DMW-XLR1 (optional), but there are the following limitations: • The following functions cannot be used: – [XLR] of [4ch Audio Recording] –...
Video Settings – XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) [4ch Audio Recording] You can record 4-channel audio by using an XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional) to which is connected a commercially available XLR microphone, etc. By combining a Stereo Shotgun Microphone (DMW-MS2: optional) or a Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS10: optional) instead of using the built-in microphone, it is also possible to record 4-channel 96 kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio.
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Video Settings – XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional) • When [4ch Audio Recording] is set to other than [OFF], it is displayed as [4ch] on the screen. • 4-channel audio is output to external devices connected via HDMI when [4ch Audio Recording] is set to other than [OFF]. •...
Video Settings – Headphones Headphones [Sound Monitoring Channel]: 468 ≥ You can record videos while monitoring their sound by connecting commercially available headphones to the camera. • Use a headphone cable with the length less than 3 m (9.8 feet). •...
Video Settings – Headphones Switching the Sound Output Method Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select [Sound Output]. • [Sound Output] [REALTIME] Audio without time lag. It may differ from the sound recorded in videos. [REC SOUND] Audio to be recorded in videos.
Video Settings – Headphones [Sound Monitoring Channel] You can set the audio channel output to the headphones when recording. For information about the audio channel settings during playback ([Sound Monitoring Channel(Play)]: 736) Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Sound Monitoring Channel]. ...
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Video Settings – Headphones [CH1+CH2] Outputs a mix of CH1 and CH2. [CH3+CH4] Outputs a mix of CH3 and CH4. [CH1+CH2+CH3+CH4] Outputs a mix of CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4. • This can also be set during video recording.
Video Settings – Time Code Time Code Setting the Time Code: 471 ≥ When [Rec. File Format(Video)] is set to [MOV] or [Apple ProRes], the time code is automatically recorded during video recording. If [MP4], the time code is not recorded.
Video Settings – Time Code Setting the Time Code Sets the recording, display, and output of the time code. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec. File Format(Video)] to [MOV] or [Apple ProRes]. ...
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Video Settings – Time Code [Time Code Mode] [DF]: Drop Frame. The camera modifies the difference between recorded time and time code. • Seconds and frames are separated by “.”. (Example: 00:00:00.00) [NDF]: Non-Drop Frame. Records the time code without drop frame. •...
Bluetooth connection with this camera. • It is compatible with the ATOMOS UltraSync BLUE. Refer to the website below for firmware versions that support UltraSync BLUE: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) (A) Time code output (B) Time code input...
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Video Settings – Synchronizing the Time Code with an External Device Set [Count Up] to [FREE RUN]. [Time Code] [Count Up] [FREE RUN] ≥ Set the camera to Bluetooth pairing standby state. [Time Code] ...
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Video Settings – Synchronizing the Time Code with an External Device End Bluetooth Connection To terminate the Bluetooth connection, turn off the Bluetooth function of the camera. [Bluetooth] [Bluetooth Function] Select [OFF] • Even if you terminate the connection, the pairing information for it will not be deleted.
Video Settings – Synchronizing the Time Code with an External Device Synchronize the Time Code of the Camera with That of the External Device (TC IN) The initial time code value of the camera is synchronized according to the time code signal (LTC signal) of the external device. •...
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Video Settings – Synchronizing the Time Code with an External Device Maintaining, Releasing, and Restoring the Slave State The camera is not released from the slave state even if the Bluetooth connection is terminated. • Perform one of the following operations to release the camera from the slave state. –...
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [Flicker Decrease (Video)] When recording video in [ ] mode, you can fix the shutter speed to mitigate the flickering and horizontal stripes that appear in videos. • This can be set when [Auto Exposure in Photo Mode] is [ON]. ([Auto Exposure in Photo Mode]: 686)
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [SS/Gain Operation] You can switch the units of shutter speed values and gain (sensitivity) values. Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [SS/Gain Operation]. [SS/Gain Operation] ≥ [SEC/ISO] Displays the shutter speed in seconds and the gain in ISO.
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions • The range of gains you can set depends on the Photo Style used. • When [SS/Gain Operation] is set to [SEC/dB], menu names change as shown below: – [Dual Native ISO Setting] [Dual Native Gain Setting] ...
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [Shutter Speed Limiter] You can change the lower limit of the shutter speed according to the recording frame rate of the video. When you set to [ON], you can limit the shutter speed so that it does not go below the frame rate. If you want to make the shutter speed longer than the frame rate, set to [OFF].
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Minimum shutter speed [Shutter Speed Limiter] Recording frame rate [ON] [OFF] of the video [AFS]/[AFC] [MF] [AFS]/[AFC] [MF] 23.98p/ 24.00p/ 1/25 of a second 25.00p 29.97p 1/30 of a second 47.95p 1/25 of a second ([iA]/[S]/[M]) 48.00p 1/50 of a second 1/50 of a second ([P]/[A])
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [WFM/Vector Scope] This displays the waveform monitor or the vector scope on the recording screen. You can change the size of the waveform display. Set [WFM/Vector Scope]. [WFM/Vector Scope] ≥ [WAVE] Displays a waveform.
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Select the position to display. ≥Press 3421 to select and then press • Positions can be moved to the diagonal directions using the joystick. • You can also move using touch operations. • You can rotate to change the size of the waveform.
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Screen Displays Waveform • The waveform displayed on the camera indicates the luminance as values based on the conversions below: 0 % (IRE ): Luminance value 16 (8 bit)/64 (10 bit) 100 % (IRE ): Luminance value 235 (8 bit)/940 (10 bit) * IRE: Institute of Radio Engineers (A) 109 % (IRE) (Dotted line)
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Vector scope (G) R (Red) (H) YL (Yellow) (I) G (Green) (J) MG (Magenta) (K) B (Blue) (L) CY (Cyan) Display example) • When you assign the function to an Fn button, you can switch between displaying and hiding these during recording of video.
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [Luminance Spot Meter] Specify any spot on the subject to measure the luminance over a small area. Set [Luminance Spot Meter]. [Luminance Spot Meter] [ON] ≥ Select the position where you want to measure the luminance.
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Measurement Range Measuring is possible in the range −7 % to 109 % (IRE). • When [Photo Style] is set to [V-Log], or when a LUT file has not been applied in [REAL TIME LUT] (base Photo Style is [V-Log]), this is measured with “Stop” units. (18 % gray output level is calculated as 0 Stop)
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [Zebra Pattern] Parts that are brighter than the base value are displayed with stripes. You can also set the base value and the breadth of the range so that the stripes are displayed on parts that are within the range of brightness you specify.
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Select [Zebra Pattern] Parts that are brighter than the base value are displayed with [ZEBRA1] [ZEBRA1] stripes. Parts that are brighter than the base value are displayed with [ZEBRA2] [ZEBRA2] stripes. [ZEBRA1+2] Both [ZEBRA1] and [ZEBRA2] are displayed.
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [False Color] The image is separated into colors to represent the luminance levels. This is a convenient method of checking the exposure of the image overall. Select [False Color] [Start] The recording screen has the false colors applied. •...
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions • When [LUT] is applied in [Photo Style], depending on the LUT file applied, the luminance signal may not be input resulting in the coloring not being performed, even if the color is displayed in the false color index. •...
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions [Frame Marker] A frame with the set aspect ratio is displayed on the recording screen. This allows you to see during recording the angle of view that will be achieved with trimming (cropping) in post-processing. ...
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions When [CUSTOM] Is Selected with [Frame Aspect] in [SET] You can freely set the aspect ratio of the frame. Press to move the center position. ≥ 3421 • Positions can be moved to the diagonal directions using the joystick. •...
Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Color Bars/Test Tone The color bars are displayed on the recording screen. A test tone is output while the color bars are being displayed. Select [Color Bars] Settings: [SMPTE]/[EBU]/[ARIB] • To end the display, press [SMPTE] [EBU] [ARIB]...
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Video Settings – Main Assist Functions Adjusting the Test Tone There are 4 levels ([−12dB], [−18dB], [−20dB], and [MUTE]) of test tone to select. Rotate to select the test tone level. • The color bars and test tone will be recorded on the video if video recording is started while the color bars are being displayed.
Special Video Recording This chapter describes advanced video recording applications such as slow motion/quick motion video and Log recording. Slow & Quick Video: 499 ≥ High Frame Rate Video: 515 ≥ [Focus Transition]: 517 ≥ [Live Cropping]: 522 ≥ Log Recording: 527 ≥...
Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video Slow & Quick Video In the [S&Q] mode, the camera records at a different frame rate to the recording frame rate, enabling the creation of slow motion video and quick motion video in the MOV format. Slow Motion Video (Overcrank Recording) Set a number of frames that is higher than the recording frame rate of the [Rec Quality].
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video Set to [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: • [Rec. File Format(Video)] changes to [MOV]. Select a recording quality with which you can record Slow & Quick video. [Rec Quality] ≥ •...
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video Set the frame rate. [Slow & Quick Setting] ≥ to select a numeric value, then press ≥Rotate...
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video Frame Rate Combinations and Playback Speeds When [Image Area of Video] is set to [FULL] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] 6K/29.97p 6K/23.98p Frame 5.9K/29.97p 5.9K/23.98p rate C4K/59.94p C4K/29.97p C4K/23.98p 5.8K/29.97p 5.8K/23.98p 5.1K/29.97p 5.1K/23.98p 1 fps 30×...
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video When [Image Area of Video] is set to [APS-C] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] Frame C4K/59.94p C4K/29.97p C4K/23.98p rate Cs4K/59.94p Cs4K/29.97p Cs4K/23.98p 4K/59.94p 4K/29.97p 4K/23.98p 1 fps 60× Quick 30× Quick 24× Quick 2 fps 30×...
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video Shutter Speeds When Recording Slow & Quick Video When recording Slow & Quick video, the minimum shutter speed changes depending on the frame rate of [Slow & Quick Setting]. Minimum shutter speed Frame rate [AFS]/[AFC] [MF]...
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Special Video Recording – Slow & Quick Video • Audio will not be recorded during Slow & Quick recording. • [PIXEL/PIXEL] in [Image Area of Video] cannot be selected. • The mode switches to MF when you set to a frame rate of 150 fps or more. (The camera automatically focuses when [AF ON] is pressed, but only before starting recording.) •...
Special Video Recording – High Frame Rate Video High Frame Rate Video [MOV] video or [Apple ProRes] video with high frame rates can be recorded to cards. By converting it with the compatible software, it is possible to produce slow motion video.
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You can confirm which lenses are supported by this camera in the information about confirmed operation. Refer to the “AF and AE in Motion picture recording” item. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) • When set to a [Rec Quality] where the recording frame rate is 200.00p or more, AF operation will be as follows: –...
Special Video Recording – [Focus Transition] [Focus Transition] Smoothly transitions the focus position from the current position to a position registered in advance. Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select [Focus Transition]. [Focus Transition] ≥ • If the [Please set the focus position.] message is displayed, press either...
Special Video Recording – [Focus Transition] Set focus positions. ≥Check the focus using the same procedure as MF (Record Using MF: 232), and then press [WB], [ISO], and [ ] to set focus positions. ≥You can also touch [POS1] to [POS3] to set focus positions. POS1 POS2 POS3...
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Special Video Recording – [Focus Transition] Start Focus Transition. ≥Press 21 to select [1], [2], or [3], and then press • When [Focus Transition Wait] is set, Focus Transition starts after the set time has elapsed. ∞ (A) Current focus position (B) Registered focus position End Focus Transition.
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Special Video Recording – [Focus Transition] Setting Items ([Focus Transition]) [Focus Position Setting] Registers focus positions. [Focus Transition Speed] Sets the moving speed of focus. • Moving speed: [SH] (fast) to [SL] (slow) [Focus Transition Rec] Starts Focus Transition when recording starts. •...
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Special Video Recording – [Focus Transition] • Maintain the same distance to the subject after setting focus positions. • The moving speed of focus varies depending on the lens being used. • The moving speed of focus slows as it approaches the closest focusing distance of the lens or infinity.
Special Video Recording – [Live Cropping] [Live Cropping] By cropping a part of the image from the image displayed in the live view, it is possible to record 4K/FHD video that incorporates panning and zooming with the camera staying in a fixed position. Zoom in •...
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Special Video Recording – [Live Cropping] Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select a recording quality with which you can record [Live Cropping] video. [Rec Quality] ≥ • A recording quality with which you can record [Live Cropping] video (...
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Special Video Recording – [Live Cropping] Set the cropping frame. [Live Cropping] [SET] [Cropping Start/ ≥ End Frame] ≥Select the range to start cropping and press (A) Cropping start frame ≥Select the range to end cropping and press (B) Cropping end frame •...
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Special Video Recording – [Live Cropping] Enable Live Cropping recording. [Live Cropping] [ON] ≥ • If you have selected a recording quality where Live Cropping recording is not available, the camera switches to a recording quality where recording is possible.
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Special Video Recording – [Live Cropping] Operations for Setting the Cropping Frame Button Touch Description of operation operation operation Touch Moves the frame. 3421 Pinch out/ Enlarges/reduces the frame in small steps. pinch in — Enlarges/reduces the frame. Start frame: Returns the frame position and size to the default settings.
Special Video Recording – Log Recording Log Recording [Log View Assist]: 532 ≥ Setting [Photo Style] to [V-Log] enables Log recording. Images finished with rich gradation can be created through post-production processing. [Photo Style] Select [V-Log]...
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Special Video Recording – Log Recording • Post-production processing is enabled by utilizing LUT (Look-Up Table). You can download the LUT file for [V-Log] from the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index3.html (English only)
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Special Video Recording – Log Recording ISO Sensitivity When [V-Log] Is Set The lower limit of available ISO sensitivity is [640] (when [Extended ISO] is set: [320]), and the upper limit is [51200]. When [Dynamic Range Boost] is set to [ON], the lower limit is [1000] (when set to [Extended ISO]: [500]) and the upper limit is [25600].
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Special Video Recording – Log Recording Exposure When [V-Log] Is Set The [V-Log] curve characteristics comply with “V-Log/V-Gamut REFERENCE MANUAL Rev.1.0”. When set to [V-Log], the standard exposure when gray with a reflectance ratio of 18 % is imaged is IRE 42 %. (10 bit code value)...
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Special Video Recording – Log Recording • Latitude becomes “15 Stop” when [Dynamic Range Boost] is set to [ON] and becomes “14+ Stop” when set to [OFF]. • Luminance can be checked by “Stop” units: ([Luminance Spot Meter]: 488, [Zebra Pattern]: 490)
Special Video Recording – Log Recording [Log View Assist] When [Photo Style] is set to [V-Log], the recording screen and images output via HDMI will darken. Using [Log View Assist] means you can show images with LUT file applied on the monitor/viewfinder and output them via HDMI.
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Special Video Recording – Log Recording • When applying the LUT file, [LUT] is displayed on the recording screen. • When [Photo Style] is [V-Log], you cannot apply LUT files which are a base Photo Style other than [V-Log]. • [LUT View Assist (Monitor)]/[LUT View Assist (HDMI)] are not available when [LUT] is applied in the [Photo Style] image quality adjustments.
Special Video Recording – HLG Videos HLG Videos [HLG View Assist]: 537 ≥ Record videos with the wide dynamic range of the HLG format. You can record in very bright light where overexposure can occur or in dark areas where underexposure can occur, maintaining the rich yet subtle colors you can see with your naked eye.
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Special Video Recording – HLG Videos Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Select a recording quality with which you can record HLG video. [Rec Quality] ≥ • Items available for recording with HLG video are indicated as [HLG available]. •...
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Special Video Recording – HLG Videos • The monitor and viewfinder on this camera do not support display of HLG format images. With [Monitor] in [HLG View Assist] in the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display (Video)]) menu, you can display the images converted for monitoring on the monitor/ viewfinder of this camera.
Special Video Recording – HLG Videos [HLG View Assist] At recording or playback of HLG video, this displays images with converted color gamut and brightness on the camera monitor/viewfinder, or outputs these over HDMI. [HLG View Assist] [Monitor] or [HDMI] [AUTO]...
Special Video Recording – Anamorphic Recording Anamorphic Recording [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display]: 540 ≥ From a variety of different video formats (recording qualities), you can select and record with a recording quality that suits anamorphic recording. During anamorphic recording, it is also possible to display desqueezed images and the angle of view when cropping after desqueeze editing.
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Special Video Recording – Anamorphic Recording Set to [ ] or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set [Rec. File Format(Video)]. [Rec. File Format(Video)] ≥ Select a recording quality suited to anamorphic recording. [Rec Quality] ≥ •...
Special Video Recording – Anamorphic Recording [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display] Display the desqueezed images suited to the magnification of the anamorphic lens on this camera. Using the [Frame Marker], it is also possible to superimpose on display the frame of the angle of view when cropping after desqueeze editing. Set [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display].
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Special Video Recording – Anamorphic Recording Set [Frame Marker]. [Frame Marker] ([Frame Marker]: 494) ≥ • Images output via HDMI are not desqueezed. • When the following function is being used, [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display] is not available: –...
Special Video Recording – [Synchro Scan(Video)] [Synchro Scan(Video)] Fine-adjust the shutter speed to reduce flickering and horizontal stripes. The shutter speed set in Synchro Scan is saved separately from the shutter speed used for normal recording. In the Synchro Scan setting screen you can call up the current shutter speed for normal recording and adjust it.
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Special Video Recording – [Synchro Scan(Video)] Set the shutter speed. to select a numeric value, then press ≥Rotate • The shutter speed can be set in the range between 1 second and 1/8192.0 of a second. (The minimum shutter speed depends on the frame rate of the video being recorded.) •...
Special Video Recording – [Loop Recording (video)] [Loop Recording (video)] Recording continues until the card becomes full, while dividing videos into short periods. When the card becomes full, recording continues while deleting the old data. This is a convenient function for recording over long periods that might exceed the capacity of the card.
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Special Video Recording – [Loop Recording (video)] Set [Loop Recording (video)]. [Loop Recording (video)] [ON] ≥ • ] is displayed on the recording screen. • When the recording fills the card to capacity, loop recording starts and video recording time is no longer displayed.
Special Video Recording – [Segmented File Recording] [Segmented File Recording] To avoid video loss due to unforeseen interruptions to the power supply, recorded video is segmented at set intervals while being recorded. • The segmented videos are saved as one group image. (Group Images: 616) Set to [...
Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded : Recording qualities with which you can record Slow & Quick video S&Q : Recording qualities for High Frame Rate video : Recording qualities that enable use of [Live Cropping] Live Crop : Recording qualities with which you can record HLG video...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [System Frequency]: [50.00Hz (PAL)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [4K/10bit/100M/50p] [4K/10bit/72M/25p] [4K/8bit/100M/25p] [FHD/8bit/28M/50p] [FHD/8bit/20M/25p] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [Rec. File Format(Video)]: [MOV] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [6K/30p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/24p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/60p/420/10-L] [6K/48p/420/10-L] [6K/30p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [3.3K/48p/422/10-I(L)] [3.3K/48p/422/10-L] [3.3K/48p/420/10-L] [3.3K/30p/422/10-I] [3.3K/30p/422/10-L] [3.3K/30p/420/10-L] [3.3K/24p/422/10-I] [3.3K/24p/422/10-L] [3.3K/24p/420/10-L] [C4K/120p/420/10-L] [C4K/96p/420/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [Cs4K/60p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/60p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/60p/420/8-L] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-I(H)] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-I(L)] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/48p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/30p/422/10-I] [Cs4K/30p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/30p/420/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [4K/24p/420/8-L] [FHD/240p/422/10-I] [FHD/240p/422/10-L] [FHD/240p/420/10-L] [FHD/120p/422/10-I] [FHD/120p/422/10-L] [FHD/120p/420/10-L] [FHD/60p/422/10-I] [FHD/60p/422/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [System Frequency]: [50.00Hz (PAL)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [6K/25p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/50p/420/10-L] [6K/25p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [5.9K/50p/420/10-L] [5.9K/25p/420/10-L] [5.8K/50p/420/10-L] [5.8K/25p/420/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [Cs4K/100p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/50p/422/10-I(H)] [Cs4K/50p/422/10-I(L)] [Cs4K/50p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/50p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/50p/420/8-L] [Cs4K/25p/422/10-I] [Cs4K/25p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/25p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/25p/420/8-L] [4K/100p/420/10-L] [4K/50p/422/10-I(H)] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [FHD/25p/420/10-L] [FHD/25p/420/8-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [System Frequency]: [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [6K/24p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/48p/420/10-L] [6K/24p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [5.9K/48p/420/10-L] [5.9K/24p/420/10-L] [5.8K/48p/420/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [Cs4K/120p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/96p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-I(H)] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-I(L)] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/48p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/24p/422/10-I] [Cs4K/24p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/24p/420/10-L] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [Rec. File Format(Video)]: [Apple ProRes] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [5.8K/30p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/30p/RAW] [5.8K/30p/422 HQ] [5.8K/30p/422] [5.8K/24p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/24p/RAW] [5.8K/24p/422 HQ] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [C4K/24p/422 HQ] [C4K/24p/422] [Cs4K/60p/422 HQ] [Cs4K/60p/422] [Cs4K/30p/422 HQ] [Cs4K/30p/422] [Cs4K/24p/422 HQ] [Cs4K/24p/422] [4K/60p/422 HQ] [4K/60p/422] [4K/30p/422 HQ] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [System Frequency]: [50.00Hz (PAL)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [5.8K/25p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/25p/RAW] [5.8K/25p/422 HQ] [5.8K/25p/422] [4.8K/25p/422 HQ] [4.8K/25p/422] [3.3K/50p/422 HQ] [3.3K/50p/422] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [FHD/50p/422] [FHD/25p/422 HQ] [FHD/25p/422] ...
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Special Video Recording – List of Recording Qualities That Enable Special Videos to be Recorded [System Frequency]: [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] [Rec Quality] Live Crop S&Q [5.8K/24p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/24p/RAW] [5.8K/24p/422 HQ] [5.8K/24p/422] [4.8K/24p/422 HQ] [4.8K/24p/422] [3.3K/24p/422 HQ] [3.3K/24p/422] ...
HDMI Output (Video) You can record while outputting the camera images to an external monitor or external recorder connected with an HDMI cable. • HDMI output control differs between during recording and during playback. For HDMI output settings during playback ([HDMI Connection]: 740) Connecting HDMI Devices: 564...
HDMI Output (Video) – Connecting HDMI Devices Connecting HDMI Devices • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (Inserting at an angle can deform the terminal and cause malfunction.) • Do not connect the cable to the wrong terminals. This may cause a malfunction. Getting started: •...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality HDMI Output Image Quality Images Output via HDMI: 565 ≥ Settings for Down-Converting: 568 ≥ Images Output via HDMI Aspect ratio, resolution, and frame rate output is according to the [Rec Quality] settings in the [Video] ([Image Format]) menu. Resolution and frame rate can be down-converted for output according to the application.
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HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Resolution, frame rate • Resolution and frame rate output is according to the following menu combinations: – [Rec Quality] in the [Video] ([Image Format]) menu. – [Down Convert] in [HDMI Rec Output] in the [Custom] ([IN/OUT]) menu. •...
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HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Notice Regarding HDMI Output • It may take some time for the output method to change. • When you use the HDMI output during recording, the image may be displayed with a time lag.
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Settings for Down-Converting Make settings for the down-conversion of resolution for HDMI output. [HDMI Rec Output] Select [Down Convert] [AUTO] Outputs by down-converting to match the connected device. [C4K/4K] Outputs by down-converting resolution to C4K/4K.
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HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Image Quality When Outputting via HDMI Output is with the resolution and frame rate according to the combinations of the [Rec Quality] and [Down Convert] settings. • When [Down Convert] is set to [AUTO], the output matches the connected device. The maximum resolution and frame rate output when [AUTO] is set are the same as when [OFF] is selected.
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HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Resolution and recording frame rate of the [Rec Quality] [Down 1080/200.00p(16:9) Convert] 1080/50.00p(16:9) 1080/25.00p(16:9) 1080/100.00p(16:9) [C4K/4K] — — — [1080p] 1080/100.00p 1080/50.00p 1080/25.00p [1080i] 1080/50.00i 1080/50.00i 1080/50.00i [OFF] 1080/100.00p 1080/50.00p 1080/25.00p *1 When outputting 5.9K video (47.95p to 59.94p) via HDMI at the same time as there is a Wi-Fi connection or USB connection (PC(Tether)/LUMIX Flow), output will be FHD(1080).
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HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Image Quality Resolution and recording frame rate of the [Rec Quality] [Down 1080/48.00p(16:9) Convert] 1080/120.00p(16:9) 1080/24.00p(16:9) [C4K/4K] — — [1080p] 1080/120.00p 1080/24.00p [OFF] 1080/120.00p 1080/24.00p *1 When outputting 5.9K video (47.95p to 59.94p) via HDMI at the same time as there is a Wi-Fi connection or USB connection (PC(Tether)/LUMIX Flow), output will be FHD(1080).
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings HDMI Output Settings Outputting the Camera Information Display via HDMI: 577 ≥ Outputting Control Information to an External Recorder: 578 ≥ Outputting Audio via HDMI: 578 ≥ Outputting the Enlarged Live Display (Video) via HDMI: 579 ≥...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings Outputting the Camera Information Display via HDMI Output the camera information display to an external device connected by HDMI. [HDMI Rec Output] Select [Info Display] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • There is the following restriction when connected via HDMI and [Info Display] is set to [ON]: –...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings Outputting Control Information to an External Recorder Recording start and stop control information is output to an external recorder connected by HDMI. [HDMI Rec Output] Select [HDMI Recording Control] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] •...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings Outputting the Enlarged Live Display (Video) via HDMI Output the enlarged screens from [MF Assist] or [Enlarged Live Display(Video)] to an external device connected by HDMI. [HDMI Rec Output] Select [Enlarged Live Display] [MODE1]...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings Outputting as 4K/120p (4K/100p) via HDMI When set to a recording quality of C4K/120p (100p) or 4K/120p (100p), video is output to an external device connected via HDMI as C4K/120p (100p) or 4K/120p (100p). ...
HDMI Output (Video) – HDMI Output Settings [4K/120p Power Save Live View] ([4K/100p Power Save Live View]) When outputting C4K/120p (100p) or 4K/120p (100p) via HDMI, activation of the image sensor is limited during recording standby to reduce power consumption and keep the temperature from rising. •...
HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data Output of RAW Video Data Outputting RAW Video Data via HDMI: 584 ≥ Notes When Outputting RAW Video Data: 589 ≥ RAW Video Data can be output via HDMI to a compatible external recorder.
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HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data • For external recorder firmware versions that support recording of RAW Video Data, check the following site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only) • For details about external recorders, contact either ATOMOS or Blackmagic Design.
HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data Outputting RAW Video Data via HDMI The image quality for the output images is set in [Rec Quality]. Getting started: Turn off the camera and the external recorder. Connect the camera and the external recorder with a commercially available HDMI cable.
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HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data Select a recording quality. [Rec Quality] ≥ Set the HDMI input on the external recorder. • When the connection is complete, images will be displayed on the screen of the external recorder.
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HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data [Rec Quality] (When [HDMI RAW Data Output] is selected) [System [Image Area [Rec Quality] Resolution Frame rate Frequency] of Video] [6K/30p/3:2] [FULL] 6000×4000 29.97p [6K/24p/3:2] [FULL] 6000×4000 23.98p [5.9K/30p/16:9] [FULL] 5888×3312 29.97p [5.9K/24p/16:9]...
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HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data • Bit value: 12-bit • Audio format: LPCM (2ch/4ch) – When the XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR2: optional) is connected, if [4ch Audio Recording] is set to [XLR] or [XLR+CAMERA], 4-channel audio can be recorded.
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HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data Notes on displayed images • The images displayed on the camera do not affect the RAW Video Data that is output. • The images displayed on the external recorder are images that suit the external recorder specifications.
HDMI Output (Video) – Output of RAW Video Data Notes When Outputting RAW Video Data Operation is as follows when outputting RAW Video Data: • The lower limit of available ISO sensitivity is [640] (when [Extended ISO] is set: [320]), and the upper limit is [51200]. The range of available ISO sensitivities is also different for [LOW] and [HIGH] in [Dual Native ISO Setting].
Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) Pictures and videos can be recorded and played back with a commercially available external SSD connected to the USB port of the camera. There are recording qualities that can only be recorded to an external SSD. Compatible External SSDs: 591 ≥...
This camera is compatible with USB 10Gbps. • We recommend using an external SSD whose operation has been confirmed by Panasonic. Note beforehand that this is not a guarantee of operation on all devices. • For the latest information about external SSDs, check the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html...
Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) – Connecting the External SSD Connecting the External SSD Be sure to follow the below steps when connecting and removing the external SSD. If you do not perform the steps as shown, the external SSD may not be recognized or the external SSD or recording data may be corrupted.
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Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) – Connecting the External SSD Connect the camera and external SSD with the USB connection cable. • Use the USB connection cable supplied with the external SSD. ≥The USB-SSD icon is displayed on the screen when the camera recognizes the external SSD.
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Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) – Connecting the External SSD Removing the External SSD Set [USB-SSD] to [OFF]. • [USB-SSD] [OFF] Confirm that the USB-SSD icon on the screen changes to the card icon, then unplug the USB connection cable from the camera.
Using an External SSD (Commercially Available) – Formatting the External SSD Formatting the External SSD Format the external SSD with this camera before use. [USB-SSD Format] • When an external SSD is formatted, all of the data stored in the external SSD is erased and cannot be restored.
When an external SSD is connected, power is supplied from the camera, so the battery will be consumed faster. It is recommended to either have a backup battery ready, or to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional) and DC Coupler (DMW-DCC18: optional).
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– We recommend using an external SSD whose operation has been confirmed by Panasonic. – Perform trial recording in advance to check that operation is correct. •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images This chapter explains how to play back and delete pictures and videos. You can also develop pictures recorded in the RAW format and repair video files that cannot be played back. • Images recorded on devices other than this one may not be played back or edited correctly on this camera.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Pictures Playing Back Pictures Display the playback screen. ≥Press [ Select a picture. ≥Select the pictures by pressing 21. ≥You can move continuously through images by pressing and holding 21. ≥You can also select by rotating ≥You can also move through images by dragging the screen horizontally.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Pictures Stop playback. ≥Press the shutter button halfway. ≥You can also stop playback by pressing [ Switching the Card to Display You can switch the card displayed just by pressing [ ] during playback.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Playing Back Videos Video Repeat Playback: 605 ≥ Extracting a Picture: 607 ≥ [Video Divide]: 608 ≥ Display the playback screen. ≥Press [ Select a video. • For information about how to select images (Playing Back Pictures: 599) •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Play back the video. ≥Press 3. ≥You can also start playback by touching [ ] at the center of the screen. 00:05:50 00:05:50 00:05:50 00:08:30 00:08:30 00:08:30 (B) Elapsed playback time (C) Playback bar Stop playback.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Operations During Video Playback Button Touch Description of operation operations operations Plays/pauses. — Stops. Performs fast-rewind playback. • If you press 2 again, the fast-rewind speed increases. — Performs frame-by-frame rewinding (while paused).
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos • The camera can play back videos in MP4, MOV, and Apple ProRes formats. • Fast-forward playback/fast-rewind playback (frame-by-frame forwarding/ frame-by-frame rewinding) are not possible with RAW videos. • Video recorded with a [System Frequency] setting that is different to the current one cannot be played back.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Video Repeat Playback You can play back a part of a video repeatedly. Display the screen for setting the part to repeat. ≥Press [Q] while paused. ≥The screen for setting the part to repeat is also displayed when you touch [Repeat Playback] while paused.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Start playback. • The operations during repeat playback are the same as “Operations During Video Playback”. (Operations During Video Playback: 603) • End repeat playback by pressing 4 to stop playback or by pressing [Q] while paused.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Extracting a Picture Extract one frame of a video and save it as a JPEG image. Pause playback at the position you wish to extract a picture. ≥Press 3. • To fine-adjust the position, press 21 (rewind frame-by-frame or forward frame-by-frame).
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos [Video Divide] Divide a recorded video into two. • Images cannot be returned to their original state once they have been divided. Carefully confirm the images before performing the divide operation. •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Playing Back Videos Divide the video. ≥Press ≥You can also divide the video by touching [Divide]. • It is not possible to divide video that was recorded when [Rec. File Format(Video)] was [Apple ProRes]. •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode Switching the Display Mode Enlarged Display: 611 ≥ Thumbnail Screen: 613 ≥ Calendar Playback: 615 ≥ You can use features to do things like enlarge recorded images for display and switch to thumbnail display to display multiple images at once (multi-playback).
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode Enlarged Display Playback images can be displayed enlarged (Playback Zoom). Enlarging the playback screen. Rotate to the right. ≥ The playback screen is enlarged in the order of 2× 4×...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode Operations During Enlarged Display Button Touch Description of operation operations operations — Enlarges/reduces the screen. Pinch out/ — Enlarges/reduces the screen in small steps. pinch in Moves the enlarged display position. Drag Positions can be moved to the diagonal 3421...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode Thumbnail Screen Switch to thumbnail display. to the left. ≥Rotate ≥The display is switched in the order of 12-image screen 30-image screen. • Rotating to the left during 30-image screen display switches to calendar display.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode • When you press [ ] while a thumbnail is being displayed, you can switch to the card being displayed. • You can scroll the screen by dragging the thumbnail display up or down. •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Switching the Display Mode Calendar Playback Switch to calendar playback. to the left. ≥Rotate ≥The display is switched in the order of thumbnail screen (12 images) Thumbnail screen (30 images) Calendar playback. • Rotating to the right returns to the previous display.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Group Images Group Images Images recorded with Time Lapse Shot or Stop Motion Shooting are handled as group images in the camera, and can be deleted and edited on a group basis. (For example, if you delete a group image, all images in the group are deleted.) You can also delete and edit each image in a group individually.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Group Images Playing and Editing the Images in a Group One by One Operations such as displaying thumbnails and deleting images are available with images in groups just as with normal playback. Select the group image in the playback state.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – Deleting Images Deleting Images • Images cannot be restored once they have been deleted. Carefully confirm the images before deletion. • You can only delete the images in the card of the selected card slot. •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – Deleting Images Press 34 to select the deletion method and then press [Delete Single] Deletes the selected image. [Delete Multi] Selecting and deleting multiple images. Press 3421 to select the image to delete and then press •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] [RAW Processing] This processes pictures taken in RAW format on the camera and saves them in JPEG format or HEIF format. Select [RAW Processing]. [RAW Processing] ≥ Select the RAW image. ≥Press 21 to select an image and then press •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] Change the setting. , or ≥Rotate • The image can be enlarged/reduced by pinching out/pinching in the screen. DISP. - 2 - 2 - 1 - 1 +1 +1 +2 +2 Confirm the setting.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] Setting Items ([RAW Processing]) [Begin Processing] Saves the image. [White Balance] (White Balance (WB): 365) Selects and adjusts the white balance. Selecting the item with [ ] enables processing with the same setting as at the time of recording.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] [Photo Style] ([Photo Style]: 373) Selects a Photo Style. • If you press [Q] while [Like709] is selected, the knee setting screen appears. (Recording While Controlling Overexposure (Knee): 442) • You cannot select a Photo Style for images recorded with [V-Log]. You cannot select [V-Log] for images not recorded with [V-Log].
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] [Filter Effect] Selects filter effects. [Grain Effect] Selects a grain effect setting. [Color Noise] Adds color to the grain effect. [Noise Reduction] Sets noise reduction. [Sharpness] Adjusts the sharpness. [LUT] Selects the LUT file registered in [LUT Library]. ([LUT Library]: 396) [LUT Opacity]...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] • The items that can be adjusted depend on the selected [Photo Style]. ...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] *1 Cannot be set with [Standard(HLG)] or [Monochrome(HLG)]. *2 Can be set when a LUT file is applied with [LUT1] or [LUT2]. *3 Can be set when [Grain Effect] is one of [Low], [Standard], or [High]. ...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [RAW Processing] • It may take a while for the comparison screen to be displayed. • RAW images recorded with the camera are always recorded in the [L] size of [3:2]. (However, RAW images recorded in High Resolution mode are recorded in the [XL] size of [3:2]) •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [HEIF to JPEG Conversion] [HEIF to JPEG Conversion] Convert pictures that have been saved as HEIF images to JPEG images. Select [HEIF to JPEG Conversion]. [HEIF to JPEG Conversion] ≥ Select the HEIF image.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Video Repair] [Video Repair] When the recording of a video could not be completed normally, a video file that cannot be played back may be generated (extension “.mdt”). You can repair the “.mdt” file with this function to make it playable. •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Video Repair] Select [Video Repair]. [Video Repair] ≥ Select [Card Slot 1(CFexpress)] or [Card Slot 2(SD)]. ≥Press 34 to select, and then press • Video files that can be repaired are filtered. Select the video file to repair.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Video Repair] Select [Yes] on the confirmation screen. • Video repair starts. Repair takes some time. • The video file after repair is saved in the same folder as the file before repair. ...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] Menu How to Select an Image(s) in the [Playback] Menu: 632 ≥ [Playback] ([Playback Mode]): 634 ≥ [Playback] ([Process Image]): 637 ≥ [Playback] ([Add/Delete Info.]): 638 ≥ [Playback] ([Edit Image]): 639 ≥...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu When [Multi] Has Been Selected When you press [ ], the card that is displayed is switched. Press 3421 to select the image and then press (repeat). • The setting is canceled when is pressed again.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] ([Playback Mode]) : Default settings [Playback Mode] [Normal Play] / [Picture Only] / [Video Only] / [Rating] Filters the type of images to play back. • When you have set [Rating], put a check mark in the rating level you want to display, then press [DISP.].
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Rotate Disp.] [ON] / [OFF] Automatically displays pictures vertically if they were recorded when holding the camera vertically. [Picture Sort] [FILE NAME] / [DATE/TIME] This sets the order in which the camera displays images during playback. [FILE NAME]: Displays images by folder name/file name.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [HLG View Assist (Monitor)] [MODE1] / [MODE2] / [OFF] At recording or playback of HLG video, this converts their color gamut and brightness for display. • This functions in tandem with [Monitor] in [HLG View Assist] in the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display (Video)]) menu.
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] ([Process Image]) [RAW Processing] Processes pictures taken in RAW format on the camera and saves them in JPEG format. ([RAW Processing]: 620) [HEIF to JPEG Conversion] Convert pictures that have been saved as HEIF images to JPEG images. ([HEIF to JPEG Conversion]: 628) [Time Lapse Video]...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] ([Add/Delete Info.]) [Protect] [Single] / [Multi] / [Cancel] You can set protection for images so that they will not be deleted by mistake. However, if you format the card, the protected images will also be deleted. •...
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] ([Edit Image]) : Default settings [Resize] [Single] / [Multi] Reduce the picture size of JPEG images and save them as different images to enable them to be easily used for web pages or sent as email attachments. •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Rotate] Rotate images manually in 90o steps. ]: Rotates 90o clockwise. ]: Rotates 90o counter-clockwise. • For information about how to select images (How to Select an Image(s) in the [Playback] Menu: 632) •...
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Copy] [ ] / [ [Copy Direction] [Select Copy] / [Copy All in Folder] / [Copy All in Media] You can copy the images in one of the cards to the other card. When an external SSD is connected via USB, you can copy images between a card and the SSD.
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu Using the Fn button to copy images If you press the Fn button with [Copy] assigned while playing back images one at a time, the image currently being played back will be copied to the other card. (Fn Buttons: 646)
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Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Video Repair] [Card Slot 1(CFexpress)] / [Card Slot 2(SD)] When recording does not finish normally for some reason, it is possible to repair the video file. ([Video Repair]: 629)
Playing Back and Editing of Images – [Playback] Menu [Playback] ([Others]) : Default settings [Delete Confirmation] ["Yes" first] / ["No" first] This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first when the confirmation screen for deleting an image is displayed. ["Yes"...
Camera Customization This chapter describes the customization function with which you can configure the camera to your preferred settings. It also describes the [Custom] menu where you can make advanced settings for the camera operations and screen displays, and the [Setup] menu where you can make basic settings for the camera.
Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Fn Buttons Register Functions to the Fn Buttons: 649 ≥ Use the Fn Buttons: 661 ≥ You can register functions to the Fn (Function) buttons. Additionally, you can register other functions to specialized buttons such as [WB] button, in the same way as with the Fn buttons.
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons [Setting in Photo [Setting in Video/ [Setting in Fn buttons Mode] S&Q Mode] Playback Mode] Sub video rec. [Video Record] [Video Record] button [Enlarged Live [Fn2] [AF-Point Scope] [No Setting] Display(Video)] [WB] [White Balance] [No Setting] [ISO] [Sensitivity] [No Setting]...
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons (12) (13) (14) [Setting in [Setting in Photo [Setting in Video/ Fn buttons Playback Mode] S&Q Mode] Mode] [Fn3] [Wi-Fi] [WFM/Vector [Fn4] [Histogram] Scope] (12) [Fn5] [Image Stabilizer] [Boost I.S. (Video)] [Fn6] [Off (Disable Press and Hold)] [Fn7] [Off (Disable Press and Hold)] •...
Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Register Functions to the Fn Buttons • With default settings, [Fn12] to [Fn16] on the joystick cannot be used. When using functions, set the [Joystick Setting] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu to [Fn]. ([Joystick Setting]: 700) Select [Fn Button Set].
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Find the function to register. to select the sub tab where the function to register is ≥Rotate categorized (Setting Items ([Fn Button Set]/[Setting in Photo Mode]/[Setting in Video/S&Q Mode]): 652, Setting Items ([Fn Button Set]/[Setting in Playback Mode]): 659) and then press ≥You can also select by pressing 2 to select the sub tab, pressing 34 or rotating...
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons • You can also touch [ ] on the control panel (Control Panel (Photo Mode): 875) to display the screen in Step • You can also press and hold the Fn button (2 sec.) to display the screen in Step (This may not be displayed depending on the registered function and on the button type.)
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Setting Items ([Fn Button Set]/[Setting in Photo Mode]/ [Setting in Video/S&Q Mode]) [1] tab [Image Quality] • [Exposure Comp.] (Exposure Compensation: 348) • [Dual Native ISO Setting] ([Dual Native ISO Setting]: 361) • [Dynamic Range Boost] ([Dynamic Range Boost]: 445) •...
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons • [i.Dynamic Range] ([i.Dynamic Range]: 351) • [Color Shading Compensation] ([Color Shading Compensation]: 406) • [Filter Effect] ([Filter Settings]: 388) • [One Push AE] – Adjusts the aperture value and shutter speed to the settings suited for the standard exposure determined by the camera.
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons • [AF-ON] ([AF ON] button: 187) • [AF-ON : Near Shift] – AF operates giving priority to close-up subjects. (Using AF: 185) • [AF-ON : Far Shift] – AF operates giving priority to distant subjects. (Using AF: 185) •...
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons [Operation] • [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu: • [Rec / Playback Switch] – Switches to the playback screen. (Playing Back Pictures: 599, Playing Back Videos: 601) • [Video Record] (Basic Video Operations: 135) • [LVF/Monitor Switch] (Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder: •...
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons [3] tab [Monitor / Display] • [Live View Boost] ([Live View Boost]: 703) • [Monochrome Live View] ([Monochrome Live View]: 713) • [Night Mode] ([Night Mode]: 704) • [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] – Switches the displayed monitor or viewfinder display style. ([LVF/Monitor Disp.
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons [Lens / Others] • [Focus Ring Control] ([Focus Ring Control]: 721) • [AF Micro Adjustment] ([AF Micro Adjustment]: 199) • [Lens Information] ([Lens Information]: 325) [Card/File] • [Destination Card Slot] – Changes the priority of cards for recording. This can be used if [Double Card Slot Function] ([Double Card Slot Function]: 725) is set to [Relay Rec].
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Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Setting Items ([Fn Button Set]/[Setting in Playback Mode]) [1] tab [Playback Mode] • [Magnify from AF Point] ([Magnify from AF Point]: 635) • [LUT View Assist (Monitor)] ([LUT View Assist (Monitor)]: 635) • [HLG View Assist (Monitor)] ([HLG View Assist (Monitor)]: 636) •...
Camera Customization – Fn Buttons Use the Fn Buttons You can use the functions assigned with each of the settings when you press the Fn buttons. • In [ ] mode: Functions assigned in [Setting in Photo Mode] • In [ ]/[S&Q] mode: Functions assigned in [Setting in Video/S&Q Mode] •...
Camera Customization – [Dial Operation Switch] [Dial Operation Switch] Register Functions to the Dials: 662 ≥ Temporarily Change Dial Operation: 664 ≥ This temporarily changes the functions operated with (front dial) and (rear dial). Register Functions to the Dials Select [Dial Operation Switch Setup]. ...
Camera Customization – [Dial Operation Switch] Temporarily Change Dial Operation Set [Dial Operation Switch] to the Fn button. (Fn Buttons: 646) Switch dial operation. ≥Press the Fn button set in Step ≥A guide will display the functions registered to • If no operations are performed, then several seconds later, the guide disappears.
Camera Customization – Quick Menu Customization Quick Menu Customization Register to the Quick Menu: 665 ≥ You can change the items to display on the Quick menu and their order to suit your preferences. For information about Quick menu operation methods (Quick Menu: Register to the Quick Menu Change the menus to be displayed in the Quick menu.
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Camera Customization – Quick Menu Customization Find the function to register. to select the sub tab where the function to register is ≥Rotate categorized (Menu Items That Can Be Registered: 667) and then press ≥You can also select by pressing 2 to select the sub tab, pressing 34 or rotating , and then pressing 1.
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Camera Customization – Quick Menu Customization Menu Items That Can Be Registered [1] tab [Image Quality] • [Exposure Comp.] (Exposure Compensation: 348) • [Dual Native ISO Setting] ([Dual Native ISO Setting]: 361) • [Dynamic Range Boost] ([Dynamic Range Boost]: 445) •...
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Camera Customization – Quick Menu Customization Quick Menu Detailed Settings Change the appearance of the Quick menu and the operation of during menu display. Select [Q.MENU Settings] [Layout Style] Changes the appearance of the Quick menu. [MODE1]: Displays the live view and the menu simultaneously.
Camera Customization – Custom Mode Custom Mode Register in Custom Mode: 674 ≥ Using Custom Mode: 677 ≥ Calling Up Settings: 679 ≥ Recording modes and menu settings that match your preferences can be registered in Custom mode. You can use registered settings by switching the mode dial to [C1] to [C5] modes.
Camera Customization – Custom Mode Register in Custom Mode You can register the currently set information of the camera. The settings can be registered for each of the [ ], [ ], and [S&Q] modes. At the time of purchase, the default settings of the [P] mode menus are registered with all Custom modes.
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Camera Customization – Custom Mode Registering Instant Customization When you press the Fn button registered with [Save to Custom Mode] in the recording standby screen, you can quickly register the current recording settings in the Custom mode. (Fn Buttons: 646) •...
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Camera Customization – Custom Mode Custom Mode Detailed Settings You can create additional Custom mode sets, and how long to retain temporarily changed settings details. Select [Custom Mode Settings] [Limit No. of Custom Mode] Sets the number of Custom modes that can be registered in [C5]. A maximum of 10 sets can be registered;...
Camera Customization – Custom Mode Using Custom Mode Set to [ ], [ ], or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set the recording mode to [C1] to [C5]. ≥Set the mode dial. (Selecting the Recording Mode: ≥If [C5], the last-used Custom mode will be called up.
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Camera Customization – Custom Mode [C5] Custom Mode Selection Set the recording mode to [C5]. Press • The Custom mode selection menu appears. Press 34 to select the Custom mode and then press • The selected Custom mode icon will be displayed on the recording screen. ...
Camera Customization – Custom Mode Calling Up Settings Call up registered Custom mode settings to the selected recording mode and overwrite the current settings with these. Set to [ ], [ ], or [S&Q] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Set to the recording mode to be used. ≥Set the mode dial.
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([Image Quality]): 681 ≥ [Custom] menu ([Focus/Shutter]): 687 ≥ [Custom] menu ([Operation]): 694 ≥ [Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display (Photo)]): 701 ≥ [Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display (Video)]): 712 ≥ [Custom] menu ([IN/OUT]): 716 ≥...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [LUT Library] [Vlog_709] / [Sample LUT1] / [Sample LUT2] / [Sample LUT3] / [Set4] to [Set39] Registers LUT files to the camera. ([LUT Library]: 396) [ISO Increments] [1/3 EV] / [1 EV] Changes the intervals between ISO sensitivity adjustment values. [Extended ISO] [ON] / [OFF] Extends the setting range of ISO sensitivity.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Exposure Offset Adjust.] [Multi Metering] [−1EV] to [+1EV] ([±0EV]) [Center Weighted] [−1EV] to [+1EV] ([±0EV]) [Spot] [−1EV] to [+1EV] ([±0EV]) [Highlight Weighted] [−1EV] to [+1EV] ([±0EV]) Adjusts the exposure level that is the standard exposure for each setting item of [Metering Mode].
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [AWB Lock Setting] [WHILE PRESSING] / [DURING BURST [Operation Syncs With Shutter] SHOOTING] / [OFF] [Lock Hold With Fn Button] [ON] / [OFF] Fixes the white balance while you are pressing the shutter button or the Fn button when white balance is auto ([AWB]/[AWBc]/[AWBw]).
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Color Space] [sRGB] / [AdobeRGB] This sets the method for correcting the color reproduction of the recorded images on the screens of a PC or on a device such as a printer. [sRGB]: This is widely used in PCs and similar devices. [AdobeRGB]: AdobeRGB is mainly used for business purposes such as professional printing because it has a greater range of reproducible colors than sRGB.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Auto Exposure in Photo Mode] [ON] / [OFF] In the [ ] mode, select the setting method for aperture value, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity when recording video with the mode dial set to [P]/[A]/[S]/[M]. [ON]: Records with values set automatically by the camera.
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([Focus/Shutter]) : Default settings [Focus/Shutter Priority] [AFS] [FOCUS] / [BALANCE] / [RELEASE] [FOCUS] / [BALANCE] / [RELEASE] [AFC] This sets whether to give priority to focus or shutter release during AF. [FOCUS]: Disables recording when focus is not achieved. [BALANCE]: Performs recording while controlling the balance between focusing and shutter release timing.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [AF+MF] [ON] / [OFF] When the focus mode is set to [AFS]/[AFC], you can fine-adjust the focus manually during AF Lock. • When the shutter button is pressed halfway • When [AF ON] is pressed •...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [MF Guide] ] / [ ] / [OFF] * Default setting specifications vary depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. During MF, MF Guide, which acts as a guide to recording distance, is displayed on the screen.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Pinpoint AF Setting] [Pinpoint AF Time] [LONG] / [MID] / [SHORT] [FULL] / [PIP] [Pinpoint AF Display] Changes enlarged screen settings displayed when AF mode is [ [Pinpoint AF Time]: Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Shutter AF] [ON] / [OFF] This adjusts focus automatically when you press the shutter button halfway. [Human Eye Detection Display] [ON] / [OFF] When set to [OFF], you can make the cross that appears on human eyes when focused disappear by pressing the shutter button halfway, etc.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Quick AF] [ON] / [OFF] When the amount of camera shake becomes small, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter button is pressed. • The battery will drain faster than usual. •...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Enlarged Live Display(Video)] [Keep Enlarged Display] [ON] / [OFF] [FULL] / [PIP] [PIP Display] Sets the operation of the function for enlarging the video live view ([Enlarged Live Display(Video)]: 437). [Keep Enlarged Display] [ON]: Enlarges display after releasing the Fn button until the button is pressed again.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu Sets the operations to be disabled with the operation lock lever. (Only for recording screen) • The lock is applied or released each time you press • Press [DISP.] to change the page. • The default settings are restored when you press [Q]. •...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [WB/ISO/Expo. Button] [WHILE PRESSING] / [AFTER PRESSING1] / [AFTER PRESSING2] This sets the operation to be performed when [WB] (White balance), [ISO] (ISO sensitivity) or [ ] (Exposure compensation) is pressed. [WHILE PRESSING]: Allows you to change the setting while pressing and holding the button.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Dial Set.] [SET1] / [SET2] / [SET3] / [SET4] / [Assign Dial (F/SS)] [SET5] Sets the operations to be assigned to the dials in [P]/[A]/[S]/[M] modes. : Program Shift, F: Aperture value, SS: Shutter speed [SET1] —...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [ ] ([Headphone Volume]) / ] ([Exposure / Aperture]) / [Control Dial Assignment] ] ([Exposure Comp.]) / ] ([Sensitivity]) / ] ([Focus Frame Size]) Sets the function to be assigned to on the recording screen. ]: In [M] mode, this assigns the operation to adjust the aperture value.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Joystick Setting] [D.FOCUS Movement] / [Fn] / [MENU] / [OFF] Sets the joystick movement on the recording screen. [D.FOCUS Movement]: Moves the AF area and MF Assist. (AF Area Operations: 223, Record Using MF: 232) [Fn]: Operates as Fn buttons.
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display (Photo)]) : Default settings [Auto Review] [Duration Time (photo)] [HOLD] / [5SEC] to [0.5SEC] / [OFF] [ON] / [OFF] [Playback Operation Priority] This displays an image immediately after it is recorded. [Duration Time (photo)]: Sets the Auto Review when taking pictures.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Histogram] [ON] / [OFF] This displays the histogram. Turning this [ON] displays the histogram transition screen. Press 3421 to set the position. Positions can be moved to the diagonal directions using the joystick. • You can also move the position by dragging the histogram on the recording screen.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Photo Grid Line] ] / [ ] / [ ] / [OFF] Sets the grid line pattern to be displayed on the recording screen. When using [ ], you can press 3421 to set the position. Positions can be moved to the diagonal directions using the joystick.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Night Mode] [Monitor] [ON] / [OFF] [ON] / [OFF] [LVF] Displays the monitor and viewfinder in red. In dark environments, this reduces brightness of the screen that can make the surroundings difficult to see. You can also set the luminance of the red display. Press 3421 to select [ON] on the monitor or viewfinder (LVF).
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] [LVF Disp. Set] ] / [ ] / [ [Monitor Disp. Set] Selects whether to show the live view without covering the information display, or to display over the entire screen. ]: Scales down images slightly so you can better review the composition of the images.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Horizontal Image Flip(Monitor)] [AUTO] / [ON] / [OFF] [AUTO] / [ON] / [OFF] [Vertical Image Flip(Monitor)] You can set whether the screen flips or not depending on the facing or angle of the monitor during recording. [Horizontal Image Flip(Monitor)] [AUTO]: The screen automatically flips horizontally according to the angle to which the monitor is opened or closed.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Expo.Meter] [ON] / [OFF] This displays the exposure meter. • Set to [ON] to display the exposure meter when performing Program Shift, setting aperture, and setting shutter speed. • If no operations are performed for a certain period of time, the exposure meter disappears.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Sheer Overlay] [ON] / [OFF] [Transparency] [Image Select] [SET] [Reset at Power Off] [Disp. Image (shutter-press)] A picture that has been recorded or an image extracted from a video is overlayed on the recording screen. Use [Image Select] and select a picture or video to display.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [I.S. Status Scope] [ON] / [OFF] Displays a reference point (C) on the recording screen in order to let you check for camera shake. • [I.S. Status Scope] does not work in the following cases: –...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Level Gauge] [ON] / [OFF] Displays the level gauge which is useful in correcting camera tilt. (D) Horizontal (E) Vertical (F) Green (no tilt) • Even after correcting the tilt, there may still be an error of approx. ±1o. •...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Luminance Spot Meter] [ON] / [OFF] Specify any spot on the subject to measure the luminance over a small area. ([Luminance Spot Meter]: 488) [Framing Outline] [ON] / [OFF] Displays the outline for the live view. [Show/Hide Monitor Layout] [ON] / [OFF] [Control Panel]...
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display (Video)]) : Default settings [Log View Assist] [LUT Select(V-Log)] [ON] / [OFF] [LUT View Assist (Monitor)] [ON] / [OFF] [LUT View Assist (HDMI)] You can show images with LUT file applied on the monitor/viewfinder, or output them via HDMI.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Monochrome Live View] [ON] / [OFF] You can display the recording screen in black and white. • If you use the HDMI output during recording, the output image will not be displayed in black and white. •...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Frame Marker] [ON] / [OFF] [Frame Aspect] [SET] [Frame Color] [Frame Mask] A frame with the set aspect ratio is displayed on the recording screen. [Frame Aspect] can also be customized. ([Frame Marker]: 494) [Zebra Pattern] [ZEBRA1] / [ZEBRA2] / [ZEBRA1+2] / [OFF] [Zebra 1] [SET]...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [WFM/Vector Scope] [WAVE] / [VECTOR] / [OFF] This displays the waveform monitor or the vector scope on the recording screen. ([WFM/Vector Scope]: 484) [Color Bars] [SMPTE] / [EBU] / [ARIB] The color bars are displayed on the recording screen. (Color Bars/Test Tone: 496) [Red REC Frame Indicator]...
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([IN/OUT]) : Default settings [HDMI Rec Output] [Info Display] (Outputting the Camera [ON] / [OFF] Information Display via HDMI: 577) [Down Convert] (HDMI Output Image [AUTO] / [C4K/4K] / [1080p] / [1080i] / Quality: 565) [OFF]...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Fan Mode] [AUTO1] / [AUTO2] / [FAST] / [NORMAL] / [SLOW] / [OFF] Sets fan operation. [AUTO1]: The camera switches [SLOW]/[NORMAL] automatically according to the temperature of the camera. This setting prioritizes controlling rises in temperature in the camera.
Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Custom] menu ([Lens / Others]) : Default settings [Lens Focus Resume] [ON] / [OFF] The camera saves the focus position when you turn it off.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Lens Fn Button Setting] [Focus Stop] / [Aspect Ratio] / [AF Mode] / [AF Detection Setting] / [Detecting Subject] / [Focus Ring Lock] / [Focus Ring Control] / [Focus Limiter] / [Focus Peaking] / [AE LOCK] / [AF LOCK] / [AF/AE LOCK] / [AF-ON] / [AF-ON : Near Shift] / [Setting in Photo [AF-ON : Far Shift] / [AF-Point Scope] / [Focus Area Set] /...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Focus Ring Setting During AF] [Front Dial] / [Rear Dial] / [Aperture] / [Shutter Speed] / [Crop Zoom] / [Exposure Comp.] / [Sensitivity] / [White [Select Function to Assign] Balance] / [Color Temperature] / [AF Mode] / [Photo Style] / [No Setting] [Direction of Ring Rotation] / [Aperture Increment] / [Setting]...
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Focus Ring Setting During MF] [Focus Ring Control] [NON-LINEAR] / [LINEAR] / [SET] Sets the amount of focus movement by the focus ring when the camera is in MF mode. (When using supported lenses) [NON-LINEAR]: Focus responds by accelerating according to rotation speed of the focus ring.
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Camera Customization – [Custom] Menu [Lens Information] [Lens1] to [Lens12] ([Lens1]) When using a lens that does not have a communication function with the camera, register the lens information in the camera. • This is linked with [Lens Information] in [Image Stabilizer] under the [Photo] ([Others (Photo)]) menu.
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Setup] Menu [Setup] menu ([Card/File]): 724 ≥ [Setup] menu ([Monitor / Display]): 730 ≥ [Setup] menu ([IN/OUT]): 735 ≥ [Setup] menu ([Setting]): 742 ≥ [Setup] menu ([Others]): 745 ≥...
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Setup] menu ([Card/File]) : Default settings [Card Format] [Card Slot 1(CFexpress)] / [Card Slot 2(SD)] Formats the card (initialization). Format the cards with the camera before use. Low level formatting of CFexpress cards When formatting CFexpress cards, you can select whether to perform a low level format.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Double Card Slot Function] [Recording Method] [ ] / [ ] / [ This sets the way recording to the card slots 1 and 2 is performed. [Relay Rec]: Selects the priority of card slots for recording. [Destination Card Slot]: [ Relays recording to the card in the other card slot after the first card runs out of free space.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [USB-SSD] [ON] / [OFF] The commercially available external SSD that is connected to the USB port can be used when this is set to [ON]. (Using an External SSD (Commercially Available): 590)
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Folder / File Settings] [Select Folder] / [Create a New Folder] / [File Name Setting] Set the folder and file name where to save the images. Folder name 100ABCDE (1) Folder number (3 numeric characters, 100 to 999) (2) 5-character user-defined segment File name PABC0001.JPG...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [File Name Setting] [Folder Number Link]: Uses the 3-character user-defined segment ((4) above) to set the folder number ((1) above). [User Setting]: Changes the 3-character user-defined segment ((4) above). • Follow the steps on “Entering Characters”...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [File Number Reset] [Card Slot 1(CFexpress)] / [Card Slot 2(SD)] Refresh the folder number within the DCIM folder and reset the file number to 0001. • When the folder number reaches 999, the file number cannot be reset. We recommend backing up your data and formatting the card.
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Setup] menu ([Monitor / Display]) : Default settings [Power Save Mode] [10MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [2MIN.] / [1MIN.] / [Sleep Mode] [OFF] [Sleep Mode(Wi-Fi)] [ON] / [OFF] [5MIN.] / [2MIN.] / [1MIN.] / [OFF] [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] [Time to Sleep] [Power Save LVF Shooting] [Method of Activation]...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Thermal Management] [Recording Max Temperature] [HIGH] / [STANDARD] This sets the temperature during video recording at which the camera automatically stops recording. When set to [HIGH], recording continues even if the camera temperature rises. [Recording Max Temperature] [HIGH]: Sets the temperature at which recording is stopped due to the camera temperature rising to a higher temperature.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [LVF Frame Rate] [60fps] / [120fps] Sets the display speed for live view on the viewfinder when recording pictures. [60fps]: Reduces the power consumption for a longer operating time. [120fps]: Enables smooth display of movements. •...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Monitor Backlight]/[LVF Luminance] [AUTO] / [−3] to [+3] Adjusts monitor/viewfinder luminance. [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. • Adjusts the monitor luminance when displaying the monitor, and the viewfinder luminance when displaying the viewfinder.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Eye Sensor] [Sensitivity] [HIGH] / [LOW] This will set the sensitivity of the eye sensor. [LVF/MON AUTO] (automatic [LVF/Monitor Switch] viewfinder/monitor switching) / [LVF] (viewfinder) / [MON] (monitor) This will set the method for switching between the viewfinder and monitor. •...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Sound Monitoring Channel(Play)] [COMBINED WITH REC] / [CH1/CH2] / [CH3/CH4] / [CH1+CH2/CH3+CH4] / [CH1] / [CH2] / [CH3] / [CH4] / [CH1+CH2] / [CH3+CH4] / [CH1+CH2+CH3+CH4] During video playback, this selects the audio channel output to the speaker on the camera or the headphones.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu ® [LAN / Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Frequency Bands] [IP Address Setting (LAN)] [Device Name/Password] [LAN / Wi-Fi Function Lock] [Network Address Display (LAN)] [Network Address Display (Wi-Fi)] Makes settings for wired LAN and Wi-Fi. ([LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu: 794) ®...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [USB] [ ] [Select on connection] / [ [USB Mode] [PC(Storage)] / [ ] [PC(Tether)] / [ [PC(Webcam)] / [ ] [LUMIX Flow] This sets the communication method to be used when the USB connection cable is connected.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [4K/15p] / [4K/12.5p] / [FHD/60p] / [FHD/ 50p] / [FHD/30p] / [FHD/25p] / [HD/ 30p] / [HD/25p] [Webcam Image Quality] *1 Initial setting when [System Frequency] is [59.94Hz (NTSC)] *2 Initial setting when [System Frequency] is [50.00Hz (PAL)] Sets the image quality when using the camera as a web camera.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [HLG View Assist (HDMI)] [AUTO] / [MODE1] / [MODE2] / [OFF] At recording or playback of HLG video, this converts their color gamut and brightness for display. • This is linked with [HDMI] in [HLG View Assist] under the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display (Video)]) menu.
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Setup] menu ([Setting]) [Save to Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Save to Custom Mode(Video)]/[Save to Custom Mode(S&Q)] [C1] / [C2] / [C3] / [C4] / [C5-1] to [C5-10] You can register the currently set information of the camera. (Register in Custom Mode: 674) [Load Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Load Custom Mode(Video)]/[Load Custom Mode(S&Q)]...
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[Keep Settings While Format]: When formatting the card, formats the card while keeping camera settings information stored on the card. • Loading of settings information can be performed between some Panasonic cameras. Depending on the model, some settings information may not be loaded.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Reset] Returns the camera to its default settings. ([Reset]: 107)
Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Setup] menu ([Others]) [Clock Set] Sets the date and time. (Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time): [Time Zone] Sets the time zone. Press 21 to select the time zone and then press to confirm.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [System Frequency] [59.94Hz (NTSC)] / [50.00Hz (PAL)] / [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] * Default setting specifications vary depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. This changes the system frequency of videos that are recorded and played back with the camera.
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Sensor Cleaning] Dust reduction to blow off the debris and dust that have affixed to the front of the image sensor is performed. • You can use this function when the dust is particularly noticeable. •...
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Camera Customization – [Setup] Menu [Approved Regulations] Displays the certification number for radio regulations. * Depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased, this is not displayed due to differences in specifications. [Root Certificate] [Load] / [Delete] / [Certificate Information] Registers a root certificate when connecting to the network.
Camera Customization – My Menu My Menu Registration in My Menu: 749 ≥ Edit My Menu: 750 ≥ Register frequently-used menus in My Menu. A maximum of 23 items can be registered. Registered menus can be called up from [ ] to [ Registration in My Menu Select [Add].
Camera Customization – My Menu Edit My Menu You can reorder the display order of My Menu, and delete unnecessary menus. Select [ [Add] Selects and registers the menus to be displayed in My Menu. [Sorting] Changes the order of My Menu. Select the menu to change, then set the destination.
List of Menu Camera customization and many function settings are performed with menus on this camera. This chapter introduces all of the menu items in a list format. • For information about menu operation methods (Menu Operation Methods: 102) • Refer to the “Materials”...
List of Menu – [Photo] menu [Photo] menu The [Photo] menu is displayed when in the [ ] mode. • Switch the photo/video/S&Q switch to [ : Menu items common to the [Photo] menu and [Video] menu. Their settings are synchronized. [Image Quality] [Photo Style] ([Photo Style]:...
List of Menu – [Video] menu [Video] menu The [Video] menu is displayed when in the [ ]/[S&Q] mode. • Switch the photo/video/S&Q switch to [ ] or [S&Q]. : Menu items common to the [Photo] menu and [Video] menu. Their settings are synchronized.
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List of Menu – [Video] menu [Image Format] [Rec. File Format(Video)] ([Rec. File Format(Video)]: 148) ≥ [Image Area of Video] ([Image Area of Video]: 180) ≥ [Rec Quality] ([Rec Quality]: 150) ≥ [Rec Quality (My List)] ([add to list]: 171) ≥...
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List of Menu – [Video] menu [Audio] [Sound Rec Level Disp.] ([Sound Rec Level Disp.]: 447) ≥ [Mute Sound Input] ([Mute Sound Input]: 448) ≥ [Sound Rec Gain Level] ([Sound Rec Gain Level]: 449) ≥ [Sound Rec Level Adj.] ([Sound Rec Level Adj.]: 450) ≥...
List of Menu – [Custom] menu [Custom] menu [Image Quality] ([Custom] menu ([Image Quality]): 681) [Photo Style Settings] ([Photo Style Settings]: 681) ≥ [LUT Library] ([LUT Library]: 396) ≥ [ISO Increments] ([ISO Increments]: 682) ≥ [Extended ISO] ([Extended ISO]: 682) ≥...
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List of Menu – [Custom] menu [Focus/Shutter] ([Custom] menu ([Focus/Shutter]): 687) [Focus/Shutter Priority] ([Focus/Shutter Priority]: 687) ≥ [Focus Switching for Vert / Hor] ([Focus Switching for Vert / Hor]: 687) ≥ [AF/AE Lock Hold] ([AF/AE Lock Hold]: 687) ≥ [AF+MF] ([AF+MF]: 688) ≥...
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List of Menu – [Custom] menu [Operation] ([Custom] menu ([Operation]): 694) [Q.MENU Settings] ([Q.MENU Settings]: 694) ≥ [Touch Settings] ([Touch Settings]: 694) ≥ [Lock Lever Setting] ([Lock Lever Setting]: 695) ≥ [Fn Button Set] ([Fn Button Set]: 696) ≥ [WB/ISO/Expo. Button] ([WB/ISO/Expo.
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List of Menu – [Custom] menu [Monitor / Display (Video)] ([Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display (Video)]): 712) [Log View Assist] ([Log View Assist]: 712) ≥ [HLG View Assist] ([HLG View Assist]: 712) ≥ [Anamorphic Desqueeze Display] ([Anamorphic Desqueeze Display]: ≥ 712) [Monochrome Live View] ([Monochrome Live View]:...
List of Menu – [Setup] menu [Setup] menu [Card/File] ([Setup] menu ([Card/File]): 724) [Card Format] ([Card Format]: 724) ≥ [Double Card Slot Function] ([Double Card Slot Function]: 725) ≥ [USB-SSD] ([USB-SSD]: 726) ≥ [Folder / File Settings] ([Folder / File Settings]: 727) ≥...
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List of Menu – [Setup] menu [IN/OUT] ([Setup] menu ([IN/OUT]): 735) [Beep] ([Beep]: 735) ≥ [Headphone Volume] ([Headphone Volume]: 735) ≥ [Sound Monitoring Channel(Play)] ([Sound Monitoring Channel(Play)]: ≥ 736) [Streaming] ([Streaming]: 736) ≥ ® ® [LAN / Wi-Fi ([LAN / Wi-Fi 737) ≥...
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List of Menu – [Setup] menu [Setting] ([Setup] menu ([Setting]): 742) [Save to Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Save to Custom Mode(Video)]/[Save to ≥ Custom Mode(S&Q)] ([Save to Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Save to Custom Mode(Video)]/[Save to Custom Mode(S&Q)]: 742) [Load Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Load Custom Mode(Video)]/[Load Custom ≥ Mode(S&Q)] ([Load Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Load Custom Mode(Video)]/[Load Custom Mode(S&Q)]:...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth This chapter describes how to use “LUMIX Lab” and connect to it using ® Bluetooth ® It also describes Wi-Fi connections and settings. • This document refers to both smartphones and tablets as smartphones. Connecting to “LUMIX Lab”: 769 ≥...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth • Do not remove the card or battery or move to an area without any reception while sending images. • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. • We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security.
Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” Installing “LUMIX Lab”: 770 ≥ Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 771 ≥ Connect with a smartphone which has the “Panasonic LUMIX Lab” (below: “LUMIX Lab”) smartphone app installed. Use “LUMIX Lab” for [LUT Library] operations and image transfers.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” Installing “LUMIX Lab” “LUMIX Lab” is an application for smartphones provided by Panasonic. Supported OS Android™: Android 10 or higher iOS: iOS 15 or higher Connect the smartphone to a network. (Android) Select “Google Play™ Store”.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection) Follow a simple connection setup procedure (pairing) to connect to a smartphone that supports Bluetooth Low Energy. • For the first-time connection, pairing settings are required. When connecting the second and subsequent times, the connection is automatic when you set [Bluetooth Function] to [SMARTPHONE] on the camera.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” On the smartphone, start up “LUMIX Lab”. View the content in the displayed guidance and start using the app. Switch to the [Camera] screen and select [Pair The Camera]. (A) [Pair The Camera] Set the camera to Bluetooth pairing standby state.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” • The paired smartphone is registered as a paired device. • Even if you set up pairing with more than one smartphone, you can only connect to one smartphone at a time. •...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Connecting to “LUMIX Lab” Canceling Pairing Cancel the pairing setting of the camera. • [Bluetooth] [Pairing] [Delete] Select the smartphone for which to cancel the pairing. • Also cancel the pairing setting on the smartphone. •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Using “LUMIX Lab” LUT Library Operations: 775 ≥ [Remote shooting]: 777 ≥ [Shutter Remote Control]: 779 ≥ Sending Images on the Camera to a Smartphone with Simple ≥ Operations: 781 [Transfer Photo / Video]: 783 ≥...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Select the LUT file in the [LUT Library] screen to edit. • You can transfer, rename, delete or reorder your LUT files. • A list of LUT files saved to “LUMIX Lab” is shown in [Device]. •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” [Remote shooting] You can use the smartphone to record from a remote location while viewing the live view images from the camera. Getting started: • Connect the camera to a smartphone by Bluetooth. (Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 771)
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” • When used in combination with [Auto Transfer], it is possible to automatically transfer the remotely recorded images to a smartphone. ([Auto Transfer]: 785) • If [Auto Transfer] is set to [ON] using the setting menu for remote recording, it is enabled when you return to the camera screen from the remote recording screen.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” [Shutter Remote Control] You can use the smartphone as a remote control for the shutter. Getting started: • Connect the camera to a smartphone by Bluetooth. (Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 771) •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Bulb Recording The shutter can be kept open from the start to end of recording, which is useful for recording of starry skies or night scenery. Getting started: • Set the camera to [M] mode. (Manual Exposure Mode: 340) •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Sending Images on the Camera to a Smartphone with Simple Operations You can transfer pictures to a smartphone connected by Bluetooth just by pressing [Q] during playback. You can also use the menu to connect easily. •...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Using the menu to transfer easily [Bluetooth] [Send Image (Smartphone)] Settings: [Single Select]/[Multi Select] • If [Single Select], press 21 to select the image and then press execute. •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” [Transfer Photo / Video] Operate “LUMIX Lab” to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone. Getting started: • Connect the camera to a smartphone. (Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 771) • On the smartphone, start up “LUMIX Lab”.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Transfer the image. ≥Select [ • It is not possible to transfer images with file sizes exceeding 4 GB. • Images recorded using the following function cannot be transferred: – [MOV], [Apple ProRes] videos •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” [Auto Transfer] You can automatically transfer images from the camera to your smartphone as they are taken. Getting started: • Connect the camera to a smartphone by Bluetooth. (Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 771) Enable [Auto Transfer] on the camera.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” Image Send Settings Set the size and file format for sending the image. Send settings confirmation screen will be displayed, so press [DISP.]. Change the send settings. [Size] Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Change] ([L], [M], [S], [XS] or [VGA]) [File Format] Sets the file format of images to send.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” • When [Bluetooth Function] is set to [SMARTPHONE] and [Auto Transfer] is set to [ON] on the camera and you turn on the camera, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connection to the smartphone is performed automatically. Start up the “LUMIX Lab” on the smartphone to connect to the camera. •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” [Location Logging] The smartphone sends its location information to the camera via Bluetooth, and the camera performs recording while writing the acquired location information. Getting started: • Enable the GPS function on the smartphone. •...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Using “LUMIX Lab” • When [ ] on the recording screen appears translucent, location information cannot be acquired, therefore data cannot be written. Smartphone GPS positioning may not be possible if the smartphone is within a building, a bag, or similar.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Wi-Fi Connections Wi-Fi Connections [New connection]: 790 ≥ Fn Button Assigned with [Wi-Fi]: 793 ≥ When [ON] is selected in [Streaming Function] or [Frame.io Connection], a Wi-Fi connection is established when you select [New connection]. (When [Connection Method] in [Streaming] or [Frame.io] is set to [Wi-Fi]) [New connection] Connects the camera and a wireless access point using Wi-Fi.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Wi-Fi Connections [WPS (Push-Button)] Press the WPS button on the wireless access point to set up a connection. Press the wireless access point WPS button until it switches to WPS mode. Example) [WPS (PIN code)] Enter a PIN code into the wireless access point to set up a connection.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Wi-Fi Connections [From List] Searches for a wireless access point to use, and connects to this. • Confirm the encryption key of the wireless access point. Select the wireless access point you are connecting to. •...
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – Wi-Fi Connections Fn Button Assigned with [Wi-Fi] You can perform the following operations by pressing the Fn button assigned with [Wi-Fi] after connecting to Wi-Fi. (Fn Buttons: 646) [Terminate the Connection] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection. [Change Settings for Sending Images] Sets the image size, file format, and other items for sending recorded images.
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – [LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu [LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu This configures the settings required for the wired LAN/Wi-Fi function. The settings cannot be changed while connected with wired LAN/Wi-Fi. Displaying the [LAN / Wi-Fi] menu. ...
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – [LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu [IP Address Setting (LAN)] Sets the IP address when connecting via wired LAN. You can select to either automatically allocate the IP address with the DHCP, or set any static IP address. [DHCP Server]: Select when the camera is to be connected as the DHCP server.
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Wi-Fi / Bluetooth – [LAN / Wi-Fi] Menu [Device Name/Password] You can change the camera name (SSID) and password. • Press [DISP.] to change the device name and password. • The number of characters you can enter is a maximum of 32 for the device name and between 8 and 63 for the password.
Frame.io Camera to Cloud This camera is compatible with “Frame.io Camera to Cloud”. By connecting the camera to the internet via Wi-Fi, you can upload still images and proxy videos directly to the Frame.io platform. * This does not guarantee all of the functions of “Frame.io Camera to Cloud”. Connecting with Frame.io: 798 ≥...
Frame.io Camera to Cloud – Connecting with Frame.io Connecting with Frame.io [Frame.io] [Frame.io Connection] Select [ON]. Perform [Wi-Fi Connection Setting] and [Pairing(Frame.io)] when ≥ connecting for the first time. [Wi-Fi Connection Setting] Select [New connection] and connect via Wi-Fi to the access point. [Pairing(Frame.io)] A pairing code is displayed on the camera.
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Frame.io Camera to Cloud – Connecting with Frame.io • You can view the [Status] in relation to Frame.io in the [Frame.io] menu screen. – [NOT CONNECTED]: Connection with Frame.io not started – [CONNECTING]: Currently trying to connect with Frame.io (incomplete) –...
Frame.io Camera to Cloud – Connecting with Frame.io Changing the Connection Method [Frame.io] [Connection Setup] Select [Connection Method]. [Wi-Fi] Connect to an access point via Wi-Fi. [USB Tethering] Connect using the USB tethering function of a smartphone. •...
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Frame.io Camera to Cloud – Connecting with Frame.io Notes When Using USB Tethering • For information about the tethering function of your smartphone, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone and the contract you have with the cell-phone provider. Depending on the contract you have, there may be limitations on tethering or it may incur large additional charges.
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Frame.io Camera to Cloud – Connecting with Frame.io Changing the Wi-Fi Connection Destination Change the access point, etc., while connected to Frame.io. [Frame.io] [Connection Setup] Select [Wi-Fi Connection Setting]. Press [DISP.] to reselect the connection destination. ≥...
Frame.io Camera to Cloud – [Send Images to Frame.io] [Send Images to Frame.io] When [Frame.io Connection] is set to [ON], the images to upload can be reserved manually. [Frame.io] Select [Send Images to Frame.io] You also can display the screen for selecting images by pressing the Fn ≥...
Frame.io Camera to Cloud – [Upload Setup] [Upload Setup] Make settings related to uploading of images. [Frame.io] Select [Upload Setup] [Auto Upload to Queue] When set to [ON], images are added to the Frame.io upload queue as they are recorded.
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Frame.io Camera to Cloud – [Upload Setup] [Upload Status] You can see the projects that are connected and the number of files remaining to be uploaded, etc. Press [DISP.] to see even more detailed information. [Clear Upload Queue] Clears the upload queue for Frame.io. Removes the icon indicating that images are in the queue for uploading.
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” Using the image editing support app “Panasonic LUMIX Flow” (below: “LUMIX Flow ”) makes it possible to create a more efficient image editing work flow by linking with the camera. Connecting to “LUMIX Flow”: 807 ≥...
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” Connecting to “LUMIX Flow” Installing “LUMIX Flow ”: 808 ≥ Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection): 809 ≥ Connecting to a Smartphone (USB Connection): 813 ≥ Connect with a smartphone which has the “LUMIX Flow” smartphone app installed.
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” Installing “LUMIX Flow” “LUMIX Flow ” is an application for smartphones provided by Panasonic. Supported OS Android™: Android 11 or higher iOS: iOS 15.4 or higher Connect the smartphone to a network.
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection) Follow a simple connection setup procedure (pairing) to connect to a smartphone that supports Bluetooth Low Energy. • For the first-time connection, pairing settings are required. When connecting the second and subsequent times, the connection is automatic when you set [Bluetooth Function] to [SMARTPHONE] on the camera.
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Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” On the smartphone, start up “LUMIX Flow”. View the content in the displayed guidance and start using the app. Operate “LUMIX Flow” to set to pairing standby state. ≥After selecting [ ], select [Pair The Camera].
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Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” • The paired smartphone is registered as a paired device. • Even if you set up pairing with more than one smartphone, you can only connect to one smartphone at a time. •...
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Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” Canceling Pairing Cancel the pairing setting of the camera. • [Bluetooth] [Pairing] [Delete] Select the smartphone for which to cancel the pairing. • Also cancel the pairing setting on the smartphone. •...
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Connecting to “LUMIX Flow ” Connecting to a Smartphone (USB Connection) Set to [ ] mode. (Photo/Video/S&Q Switch: Connect the camera and Smartphone with the USB connection cable (commercially available). (A) USB connection cable (commercially available) Press 34 to select [LUMIX Flow] and then press ] is displayed on the camera’s screen.
Linking with “LUMIX Flow” – Using “LUMIX Flow ” Using “LUMIX Flow” You can use “LUMIX Flow” for creating, managing, etc. image editing projects. You can also use it as a monitor for the camera. Getting started: • On the smartphone, start up “LUMIX Flow”. Follow the app screen to operate.
Streaming Function Live stream the camera’s images and audio over the internet. There are the following connection methods for streaming: Wi-Fi connection with an access point such as a router or smartphone/USB tethering connection with a smartphone • Streaming can be started with operations on a smartphone or on the camera.
Streaming Function – Stream by Operating a Smartphone Stream by Operating a Smartphone Operate the smartphone app “LUMIX Lab” to start streaming. (Supported protocols: RTMP/RTMPS) • RTMP is not supported on models for Europe and Ukraine (DC-S1M2E/ DC-S1M2ME). Bluetooth Getting started: •...
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating a Smartphone Set streaming on the smartphone. Start up “LUMIX Lab”. Select [Live streaming] in the “LUMIX Lab” home screen. Select a live streaming platform. Make detailed streaming settings. • The setting items depend on the selection made in Step 3. Follow the smartphone screen to make the settings.
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating a Smartphone (When using USB tethering) Set the USB tethering connection. Connect the camera and the smartphone using a USB connection cable. (A) USB connection cable (commercially available) Enable the USB tethering function on the smartphone. •...
Streaming Function – Stream by Operating a Smartphone Start streaming. ≥Select [Start streaming] on “LUMIX Lab”. ] is displayed on the camera’s recording screen. ≥[ Stop streaming. ≥Select [Stop streaming] on “LUMIX Lab”. End the streaming function. ≥If you select [End streaming] on “LUMIX Lab”, the [Streaming Function] of the camera will be set to [OFF].
DC-S1M2ME). Getting started: • Install “LUMIX Network Setting Software” to the PC. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index3.html (English only) Supported OS Windows: Windows 10 (22H2), Windows 11 (21H2 to 24H2) Mac: macOS 12.0 to 12.7, 13.0 to 13.7, 14.0 to 14.7, 15.0 to 15.1 •...
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating the Camera Set the streaming destination on the PC. Start up “LUMIX Network Setting Software”. Login to a video sharing website and retrieve a streaming destination (URL, stream key). Input the streaming destination (URL, stream key) to “LUMIX Network Setting Software”...
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating the Camera Load the streaming destination onto the camera. [Streaming] [Streaming Setup] [Save/ ≥ Load Streaming Address] [Load] ≥If a password is set at step , input the password. •...
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating the Camera Set [Streaming Function] on the camera to [ON]. [Streaming] [Streaming Function] ≥ [ON] ≥[ ] is displayed on the recording screen. ≥(When using Wi-Fi) The camera connects via Wi-Fi to the access point.
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Streaming Function – Stream by Operating the Camera Start streaming. ≥Press the shutter button or video rec. button. ] is displayed on the recording screen. ≥[ • Operations to start streaming may be needed on the video sharing website. Stop streaming. ≥Press the shutter button or video rec.
Streaming Function – Streaming Settings Streaming Settings Configures streaming settings. Select [Streaming] Enables/disables the streaming function. • The settings may not be reflected when the camera is [Streaming connected to USB devices. Reconnect the USB connection Function] cable if this occurs.
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Streaming Function – Streaming Settings [Streaming Setup] [Streaming Sets the image quality that will be streamed. ([Streaming Quality] Quality]: 829) Displays the current streaming destination address. [Streaming To change the streaming destination, press [DISP.] first then input Address] the streaming destination address.
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Streaming Function – Streaming Settings Saves the current streaming destination address to the card. • If saving new data, then select [New File], and if overwriting an existing file, select that existing file. • When [New File] is selected, a screen to select the file name to save as is displayed.
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Streaming Function – Streaming Settings [Wi-Fi Sets the wireless access point the camera connects to when Connection streaming. To change the destination, press [DISP.]. (Wi-Fi Setting] Connections: 790) * Displayed when [Connection Method] in [Streaming] is set to [Wi-Fi]. • Up to 10 streaming destination addresses can be saved onto one card.
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Streaming Function – Streaming Settings [Streaming Quality] • Video compression format: – [H.264] streaming quality: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC • Audio format: AAC (2ch) (A) Frame rate (B) Bit rate (Mbps) (C) [Wi-Fi] (D) [USB Tethering] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] [Connection [Image Area of Video] Method] [Streaming Quality]...
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Streaming Function – Streaming Settings * This can be set when the streaming destination is RTMP. (Cannot be set when it is RTMPS.) • RTMP is not supported on models for Europe and Ukraine (DC-S1M2E/ DC-S1M2ME). • Set a streaming image quality (bit rate) appropriate to the communication speed of your internet connection.
Streaming Function – Notes When Using the Streaming Function Notes When Using the Streaming Function Notes When Using USB Tethering: 832 ≥ • The following functions are not available while you are using the streaming function: – [Like2100(HLG)]/[Like2100(HLG) Full Range] ([Photo Style]) –...
Streaming Function – Notes When Using the Streaming Function Notes When Using USB Tethering • When the streaming function is not to be used, set [Streaming Function] to [OFF]. When set to [ON], if the [Connection Method] is set to [USB Tethering], power is supplied from the battery of this camera to the connected device, so the battery will be consumed faster.
Connecting to Other Devices This chapter describes connections with other devices, for example, HDMI devices, such as TVs, and PCs. Connect using either the HDMI socket or the USB port on the camera. Connecting: 834 ≥ Viewing on a TV: 836 ≥...
Connecting to Other Devices – Connecting Connecting • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (Inserting these at an angle may cause deformation or malfunction) • Do not connect the cable to the wrong terminals. This may cause a malfunction. HDMI socket Connect the camera and HDMI device (TV, etc.) with a commercially available HDMI cable.
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Connecting to Other Devices – Connecting USB port Use a USB connection cable (commercially available) to connect the camera to a PC or recorder. • Use a USB connection cable that complies with the USB standards.
Connecting to Other Devices – Viewing on a TV Viewing on a TV You can connect the camera to a TV or external monitor to view recorded pictures and videos. Getting started: • Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera and TV with a commercially available HDMI cable.
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Connecting to Other Devices – Viewing on a TV • With the default settings, pictures are output at the optimal resolution for the connected TV. The output resolution can be changed in [Output Resolution(Playback)]. ([Output Resolution(Playback)]: 740) • Depending on the aspect ratio, gray bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of images.
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To use VIERA Link, you need to also configure the settings on the TV. For the setting procedure, refer to the operating instructions for the TV. Connect the camera to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link using a commercially available HDMI cable.
(When “Power on link” on the TV is set to “Set”) • VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on an HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed.
Connecting to Other Devices – Importing Images to a PC Importing Images to a PC Copying Images to a PC: 841 ≥ Installing Software: 844 ≥ If you connect the camera to a PC, you can copy the recorded images to the PC.
Connecting to Other Devices – Importing Images to a PC Copying Images to a PC After connecting to the PC, you can copy the recorded images by dragging files and folders on this camera to the PC. • The camera can be connected to a PC running any of the following OSs which can detect mass storage devices.
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Connecting to Other Devices – Importing Images to a PC Folder Structure Inside Card AD_LUMIX CAMSET STREAM LUMIX FLOW DCIM 100XXXXX PXXX0001.JPG (A) The camera’s setup information (B) Streaming Settings (C) “LUMIX Flow” XML file (D) Images (E) Folder number (F) JPG: JPEG format pictures HIF: HEIF format pictures RW2: RAW format pictures...
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Connecting to Other Devices – Importing Images to a PC • If [USB Mode] is set to [PC(Storage)] in the [Setup] ([IN/OUT]) menu, the camera will be automatically connected to the PC without the [USB Mode] selection screen being displayed. ([USB Mode]: 738) •...
Connecting to Other Devices – Importing Images to a PC Installing Software Install the software to process and edit RAW images. • To download the software, your PC needs to be able to connect to the internet. • Supported OSs are current as of May 2025 and are subject to change. ...
Connecting to Other Devices – Using as a Web Camera for a PC Using as a Web Camera for a PC By connecting the camera to a PC via USB, you can use the camera as a web camera. • The camera supports the UVC (USB Video Class) specification. •...
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Connecting to Other Devices – Using as a Web Camera for a PC Setting [Webcam Image Quality] [USB] Select [Webcam Image Quality] [Webcam Connected port [System Frame Image Resolution Frequency] rate USB3.0 USB2.0 Quality] 3840×2160 14.99p —...
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Connecting to Other Devices – Using as a Web Camera for a PC • If [USB Mode] is set to [PC(Webcam)] in the [Setup] ([IN/OUT]) menu, the camera will be automatically connected to the PC without the [USB Mode] selection screen being displayed. ([USB Mode]: 738) •...
Connecting to Other Devices – Storing on a Recorder Storing on a Recorder By connecting the camera to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder, you can store the pictures and videos. Getting started: • Turn on the camera and recorder.
PC via a LAN cable. Multiple cameras can also be operated remotely this way. • For information about USB ethernet adaptors whose operation has been verified with this camera, check the following support site. (As of May 2025) https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only)
This software is for controlling the camera from a PC. It allows you to change various settings and to record remotely and then save the images to the PC. Check the following site and then download and install the software: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_lumixtether.html (English only) Operating environment Supported OS ≥...
Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording Operating the Camera from a PC Getting started: • Turn on the camera and PC. • Install “LUMIX Tether” on PC. Connect the camera and PC with the USB connection cable (commercially available). (USB port: 835) Press 34 to select [PC(Tether)] and then press...
Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording Using “LUMIX Tether” with a Wired LAN Connection Getting started: • Turn on the camera and PC. • Install “LUMIX Tether” on PC. Set the camera as a DHCP server. [LAN / Wi-Fi] ...
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Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording Connect the commercially available USB ethernet adaptor to the camera, then use a commercially available LAN cable to connect the camera and the PC. (A) USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) (B) LAN cable (commercially available) (C) A PC on which “LUMIX Tether”...
Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording Remote Control of Multiple Cameras A number of cameras can be remotely controlled using “LUMIX Tether”. Getting started: • Turn on the camera and PC. • Install “LUMIX Tether” on PC. Set the camera as a DHCP client (default setting). ...
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Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording Do the operations in “Using “LUMIX Tether” with a Wired LAN Connection” from Step ≥Connect the cameras, PC, and router (hub) according to the diagram below. For example: When there is a DHCP server in the LAN, and the camera is to be connected as a DHCP client (A) USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) (B) LAN cable (commercially available)
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Connecting to Other Devices – Tethered Recording • When a wired LAN connection is not to be used, set [Tether(USB ethernet adaptor)] to [OFF]. When set to [ON], power is supplied from the battery of this camera to the connected device, so the battery will be consumed faster. •...
Materials This chapter describes procedures to try when there is a problem and provides information about the specifications for your reference. Digital Camera Accessory System: 858 ≥ Using Optional Accessories: 859 ≥ Monitor/Viewfinder Displays: 866 ≥ Message Displays: 888 ≥ Troubleshooting: 892 ≥...
(Charging time: Approx. 175 min) *2 A separately available AC adaptor and USB connection cable are required. It is recommended to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional). *3 Supplied with an AC cable/AC mains lead and USB connection cable.
Materials – Using Optional Accessories Using Optional Accessories Battery Grip (Optional): 860 ≥ Shutter Remote Control (Optional): 862 ≥ Tripod Grip (Optional): 864 ≥ DC Coupler (Optional): 865 ≥ • For information on the external flash (Using an External Flash: 412) •...
Materials – Using Optional Accessories Battery Grip (Optional) When mounted on the camera, the Battery Grip (DMW-BG2: optional) improves ease of operation and grip when the camera is held vertically. Also, inserting a battery into the Battery Grip provides a stable supply of power even for long periods of recording.
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Materials – Using Optional Accessories • ] is displayed on the screen when a battery has been inserted in the Battery Grip. (Power Indications: • You can register functions of your choice to the [Fn] button on the Battery Grip. (Fn Buttons: 646) •...
Materials – Using Optional Accessories Shutter Remote Control (Optional) You can connect the Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional) to use the camera as follows: • Fully pressing the shutter button without camera shake • Securing the shutter button during bulb recording and burst recording •...
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Register functions using the same operations as [Fn Button Set]. (Register Functions to the Fn Buttons: 649) • Always use a genuine Panasonic Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional). • Refer to the operating instructions for the Shutter Remote Control for details.
Tripod Grip. For information about the carrying capacity, refer to the operating instructions for the Tripod Grip. • Always use a genuine Panasonic Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR2/DMW-SHGR1: optional). • The [Video Rec. Button (Remote)] menu does not work with the Tripod Grip.
SSD. • A separately available AC adaptor and USB connection cable are required. It is recommended to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional). • When the DC Coupler is being mounted, the DC Coupler cover opens, so the structure ceases to be dust and splash resistant.
Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Recording Screen: 866 ≥ Playback Screen: 883 ≥ • The screen is an monitor display example of when [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] is set to Recording Screen FINE RAW JPEG APS-C EXPS EXPS 24m59s 24m59s Flash mode ([Flash Mode]: 415)
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Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Adjusting the white balance (Adjusting the White Balance: 371) AWB lock setting ([AWB Lock Setting]: 684) AWBL Photo Style ([Photo Style]: 373) Filter setting ([Filter Settings]: 388)/ EXPS Filter effect adjustment (Adjusting the Filter Effect: 390) LUT View Assist ([Log View Assist]: 532)
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Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Focus Limiter ([Focus Limiter]: 195) Focus Bracket ([More Settings] (Focus Bracket): 299) AF Lock (Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE Lock): 354) Focus ring lock ([Focus Ring Lock]: 689) Focus Peaking ([Focus Peaking]: 237) FULL APS-C Image area of video ([Image Area of Video]: 180) AF mode...
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Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Self-timer (Recording Using the Self-timer: 289) Multiple exposures ([Multiple Exposure]: 352) Silent mode ([Silent Mode]: 305) Proxy Recording (Proxy Recording: 175) APS-C Image area of video ([Image Area of Video]: 180) Anamorphic Desqueeze Display ([Anamorphic Desqueeze Display]: 540) Live View Composite recording...
Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Playback Screen 2025.12.1 10:00 100-0001 1/999 8m30s FINE ± Playback mode ([Playback Mode]: 634) Recording date and time (Setting the Clock (When Turning On 2025.12. 1 10:00 for the First Time): Card slot (Switching the Card to Display: 600)/ External SSD (Using an External SSD (Commercially...
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Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays 100-0001 Folder/file number ([Folder / File Settings]: 727) 1/999 Image number/Total number of images Number of group images/ Number of files 8m30s Video recording time (Playing Back Videos: 601) XXmXXs Slow & Quick video (Slow & Quick Video: 499) Loop recording ([Loop Recording (video)]:...
Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Detailed information display 5500 STD. F4.0 2025.12. 1 10:00 100-0001 (1) Card slot (Inserting Cards (Optional): 61)/External SSD (Using an External SSD (Commercially Available): 590) (2) Recording date and time (Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time): (3) Folder/file number ([Folder / File Settings]:...
Materials – Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Photo Style display F4.0 2025.12. 1 10:00 100-0001 White balance display 5500K F4.0 2025.12. 1 10:00 100-0001 Lens information display F4.0 2025.12. 1 10:00 100-0001 (6) The focal length corresponding to the angle of view when using a full-frame lens with the [Aspect Ratio] set to [3:2]...
Materials – Message Displays Message Displays Meanings of main messages displayed on the camera screen, and response methods. Card [Memory Card Error]/[Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with the camera. Either insert another card, or back up any necessary data before formatting. ([Card Format]: 724) [Memory Card Error]/[This memory card cannot be used]...
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Materials – Message Displays [Recording was cancelled due to the limitation of the writing speed of the card] • The card does not meet the writing speed requirements for recording. Cards that can be used depend on the video image quality. Check whether the card you are using meets the conditions required for recording.
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[This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer. • If the terminal of the battery is dirty, remove the dirt and dust from the terminal.
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Materials – Message Displays Others [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] • Images that do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be deleted. Back up any necessary data before formatting the card. ([Card Format]: 724) [A folder cannot be created] •...
Materials – Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Power, Battery: 893 ≥ Recording: 894 ≥ Video: 899 ≥ Playback: 899 ≥ Monitor/Viewfinder: 900 ≥ Flash: 900 ≥ Wi-Fi Function: 901 ≥ TV, PC: 903 ≥ Others: 904 ≥ First, try out the following procedures. If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] ([Reset]:...
Materials – Troubleshooting Power, Battery The camera turns off automatically. • [Power Save Mode] is enabled. ([Power Save Mode]: The battery becomes flat too quickly. • When connected to Wi-Fi, the battery drains quickly. Turn the camera off frequently such as by using [Power Save Mode] ([Power Save Mode]: 58).
Materials – Troubleshooting Recording Recording stops before finishing. Cannot record. Cannot use some functions. • The temperature of the camera rises more readily in the following circumstances: when the ambient temperature is high, during continuous use such as when recording high-definition video or outputting via HDMI. When the temperature of the camera rises, [ ] appears blinking on the screen.
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Materials – Troubleshooting The recorded image is whitish. • Images may look whitish when the lens or image sensor gets dirty with fingerprints or similar. If the lens is dirty, turn the camera off, then wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.
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Materials – Troubleshooting Cannot focus or zoom with the lens. • Confirm the following details: – Is “Lens” in [Lock Lever Setting] set to [ ([Lock Lever Setting]: 695) – Is [Focus Ring Lock] set to [ON]? ([Focus Ring Lock]: 689) The recorded image is blurred.
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Materials – Troubleshooting The subject appears distorted on the image. • When a moving subject is recorded while using the following functions, the subject may appear distorted in the picture: – [ELEC.] – Video recording This is a characteristic of the CMOS sensor that is the image sensor of the camera, and is not a malfunction.
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Materials – Troubleshooting Stripes appear in high ISO sensitivity. • Stripes may appear in high ISO sensitivity or depending on the lens you use. Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (ISO Sensitivity: 356) The brightness or coloring of the recorded image is different from the actual scene.
Materials – Troubleshooting Video Cannot record videos. • Try again after either returning the [System Frequency] to the original setting or inserting another card. • When using a large capacity card, you may not be able to record for a while after turning on the camera.
Materials – Troubleshooting Monitor/Viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder turns off when the camera is turned on. • If no operations are performed during the set time period, [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] ([Auto LVF/Monitor Off]: 58) is activated, and the monitor/viewfinder turns off. • When an object or your hand is positioned near the eye sensor, the monitor display may switch to the viewfinder display.
Materials – 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 device to be connected. •...
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Materials – Troubleshooting Cannot connect with a wireless access point. • The wireless access point information set on the camera is wrong. Check the authentication type and encryption key. (Connecting by Manual Input: 792) • Radio waves from other devices may block the connection to a wireless access point.
Materials – Troubleshooting Sending of videos/images fails midway. There are some videos/ images that cannot be sent. • Is the size of the image too large? – Reduce the image size at [Size] ([Size]: 786), and then send. – Transmit after dividing the video with [Video Divide] ([Video Divide]: 608).
Materials – Troubleshooting Others ] is displayed on the screen. • The fan has stopped. Turn off and on the camera. If the fan does not work after turning the camera off and then on again, consult the dealer. • The temperature of the camera will rise if you continue to use the camera with the fan stopped.
Materials – Cautions for Use Cautions for Use The Camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
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Materials – Cautions for Use When Using in Cold Places or at Low Temperatures • Skin burns may result if you leave the metal parts of the camera in direct contact with the skin for long periods of time at cold places (environments with temperatures at or below 0 oC (32 oF), such as ski resorts or places at high altitude).
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Materials – Cautions for Use Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC Coupler, and disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth.
• The eye cup cannot be removed, so make sure it does not come loose when cleaning the viewfinder. • If the eye cup accidentally gets removed, consult the dealer or Panasonic.
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Materials – Cautions for Use Monitor/Viewfinder • Do not push hard on the monitor. This may cause irregular coloration or malfunction. • Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the monitor/viewfinder screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots, or spots that light constantly (red, blue, or green) on the screen.
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To improve the dust and splash resistant performance of the interchangeable lens (S-R24105), a lens mount rubber is used in the mount. – The lens mount rubber will leave scuff marks on the digital camera mount, but this does not impact performance. – To replace the lens mount rubber, contact Panasonic.
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Materials – Cautions for Use Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. It is highly sensitive to temperature and humidity, and the effect on performance increases as the temperature rises or drops. Do not let the battery terminals (B) become soiled. •...
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Materials – Cautions for Use Charger • The charging lights may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave, depending on the charging environment. This phenomenon has no effects on charging. • Keep the contacts (C) of the charger and battery clean. Wipe them with a dry cloth if they get dirty.
Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
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Materials – Cautions for Use Points to remember when disposing of/transferring the memory card Format or delete using the camera or a PC will only modify the file management information, so it will not delete the data in the card completely. We recommend physically destroying the card or using commercially available PC data deletion software to delete the card data completely when disposing of/ transferring the card.
Image Data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data. Tripod • Make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it.
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LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery Listed below are the numbers of pictures that can be taken and the time lengths available for recording when the supplied battery is being used.
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The numbers in parentheses indicate the values that result when [Time to Sleep] in [Power Save LVF Shooting] is set to [1SEC] and the [Power Save LVF Shooting] function works as intended. (Based on the test conditions derived from the CIPA standard and specified by Panasonic)
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery Recording Videos (When Using the Monitor) • [Image Area of Video]: [FULL] (A) Using a CFexpress card (B) Using an SDXC memory card (C) Using an external SSD When the interchangeable lens (S-R24105) is used Continuous...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery [5.8K/30p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/25p/RAW HQ] [5.8K/30p/422 HQ] [5.8K/25p/422 HQ] [Apple ProRes] [C4K/60p/RAW HQ] [C4K/50p/RAW HQ] [C4K/60p/422 HQ] [C4K/50p/422 HQ] * [Image Area of Video]: [PIXEL/PIXEL] •...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Available Recording Time with the Battery Playback (When Using the Monitor) When the interchangeable lens (S-R24105) is used Recording media Playback time (minutes) CFexpress card SDXC memory card • The number of pictures that can be taken and the available recording time vary depending on the surrounding environment and the usage conditions.
Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media Listed below are the numbers of pictures and the time lengths of videos that can be recorded on recording media.
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media • [Aspect Ratio]: [3:2]; [Rec. File Format(Photo)]: [RAW+JPEG]; [JPEG/HEIF Picture Quality]: [FINE] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity [Picture capacity card capacity Size] 660 GB 1330 GB...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media Video Recording Time • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • Video recording time is the total time of all the videos which have been recorded. •...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media • [Rec. File Format(Video)]: [MOV] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [6K/60p/420/10-L] [6K/48p/420/10-L] [5.9K/60p/420/10-L] [5.9K/48p/420/10-L] [5.8K/60p/420/10-L] [5.8K/48p/420/10-L] [5.1K/60p/420/10-L] [5.1K/48p/420/10-L] 4h50m 9h45m 1h50m 3h35m 7h20m 14h40m [4.8K/60p/420/10-L] [4.8K/48p/420/10-L] [3.3K/120p/420/10-L] [C4K/120p/420/10-L] [C4K/96p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/120p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/96p/420/10-L] [4K/120p/420/10-L]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [6K/30p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/24p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/30p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [6K/24p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [5.9K/30p/420/10-L] [5.9K/24p/420/10-L] [5.8K/30p/420/10-L] [5.8K/24p/420/10-L] [5.1K/30p/420/10-L] [5.1K/24p/420/10-L] [4.8K/30p/420/10-L] [4.8K/24p/420/10-L] [3.3K/60p/422/10-L] [3.3K/60p/420/10-L] [3.3K/48p/422/10-L] [3.3K/48p/420/10-L] [C4K/60p/422/10-L] 7h10m 14h35m 2h45m 5h25m 10h55m...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [3.3K/30p/422/10-L] [3.3K/30p/420/10-L] [3.3K/24p/422/10-L] [3.3K/24p/420/10-L] [C4K/60p/420/8-L] [C4K/30p/422/10-L] [C4K/30p/420/10-L] [C4K/24p/422/10-L] [C4K/24p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/60p/420/8-L] [Cs4K/30p/422/10-L] 9h35m 19h20m 3h40m 7h10m 14h30m 29h05m [Cs4K/30p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/24p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/24p/420/10-L] [4K/60p/420/8-L] [4K/30p/422/10-L] [4K/30p/420/10-L] [4K/24p/422/10-L] [4K/24p/420/10-L] [FHD/120p/422/10-L]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [System Frequency]: [50.00Hz (PAL)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB [3.3K/50p/422/10-I(H)]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [6K/25p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/25p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [5.9K/25p/420/10-L] [5.8K/25p/420/10-L] [5.1K/25p/420/10-L] [4.8K/25p/420/10-L] [3.3K/50p/422/10-L] [3.3K/50p/420/10-L] [C4K/50p/422/10-L] 7h10m 14h35m 2h45m 5h25m 10h55m 21h55m [C4K/50p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/50p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/50p/420/10-L] [4K/50p/422/10-L] [4K/50p/420/10-L] [FHD/200p/422/10-L] [FHD/200p/420/10-L] [FHD/50p/422/10-I] [FHD/25p/422/10-I]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [System Frequency]: [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB [3.3K/48p/422/10-I(H)]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [6K/24p/420/10-L] (3:2) [6K/24p/420/10-L] (2.4:1) [5.9K/24p/420/10-L] [5.8K/24p/420/10-L] [5.1K/24p/420/10-L] [4.8K/24p/420/10-L] [3.3K/48p/422/10-L] [3.3K/48p/420/10-L] 7h10m 14h35m 2h45m 5h25m 10h55m 21h55m [C4K/48p/422/10-L] [C4K/48p/420/10-L] [Cs4K/48p/422/10-L] [Cs4K/48p/420/10-L] [4K/48p/422/10-L] [4K/48p/420/10-L] [FHD/48p/422/10-I] [FHD/24p/422/10-I] [3.3K/24p/422/10-L] [3.3K/24p/420/10-L]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media • [Rec. File Format(Video)]: [Apple ProRes] [System Frequency]: [59.94Hz (NTSC)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [C4K/24p/RAW HQ] [C4K/24p/RAW] [C4K/24p/422 HQ] 1h50m 3h45m 2h50m 5h40m [C4K/24p/422] 2h45m 5h35m 4h15m 8h30m [Cs4K/60p/422 HQ] 56m00s 1h50m 1h25m 2h50m [Cs4K/60p/422] 1h20m 2h50m 2h05m 4h15m [Cs4K/30p/422 HQ]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [System Frequency]: [50.00Hz (PAL)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB [5.8K/25p/RAW HQ]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [FHD/50p/422 HQ] 3h50m 7h45m 1h25m 2h50m 5h50m 11h40m [FHD/50p/422] 5h45m 11h35m 2h10m 4h15m 8h40m 17h25m [FHD/25p/422 HQ] 7h35m 15h25m 2h55m 5h40m 11h35m 23h10m [FHD/25p/422] 11h20m 23h00m...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media [System Frequency]: [24.00Hz (CINEMA)] CFexpress card SDXC memory External SSD capacity card capacity capacity [Rec Quality] 660 GB 1330 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB 2 TB [5.8K/24p/RAW HQ]...
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Materials – Number of Pictures That Can Be Taken and Video Recording Time According to Recording Media • The available recording time will be shorter depending on the SD card used when recording with [Segmented File Recording] or [Loop Recording (video)]. •...
C4K 30p Unlimited • When recording under the test conditions specified by Panasonic: – Ambient temperature (temperature in the vicinity of the camera): 23 oC (73.4 oF) – Camera settings at the time of purchase – No external device connections, no wireless connections –...
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Materials – Continuous Recording Time for Video Conditions that cause overheating • Use in places with high ambient temperatures • Repeatedly make video recordings • Leave the camera in the ON state for extended periods and then trying to make video recordings, etc.
Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/ Settings Available for Copying : Using [Reset], the function to return to default settings : Using [Save to Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Save to Custom Mode(Video)]/[Save to Custom Mode(S&Q)], the function to save settings details in the Custom mode : Using [Save/Restore Camera Setting], the function to copy settings details Menu Default setting...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Photo]: [Flash] [Flash Mode] [Firing Mode] [TTL] [Flash Adjust.] [±0 EV] [Flash Synchro] [1ST] [Manual Flash Adjust.] [1/1] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Photo]: [Others (Photo)] [Bracketing Type] [OFF] [Bracketing] [More Settings] — [Silent Mode] [OFF] [ON] / [OFF] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying [Shutter Type] [MECH.] [Shutter Delay] [OFF] [Mode] [Time Lapse Shot] [Shooting Interval Setting] [ON] [Start Time] [Now] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Video]: [Image Quality] [Photo Style] [Metering Mode] [Dynamic Range Boost] [OFF] [Dual Native ISO Setting] [AUTO] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Video]: [Image Format] When [System Frequency] is set to [59.94Hz (NTSC)] or [50.00Hz (PAL)]: [MP4] [Rec. File Format(Video)] When [System Frequency] is set to [24.00Hz (CINEMA)]: [MOV] [Image Area of Video]...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying [Proxy Recording] [OFF] [Proxy Recording [Proxy Rec. Quality] Settings] [Real Time LUT(Proxy)] [OFF] [Slow & Quick Setting] [30fps] [Time Code Display] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Video]: [Focus] [AF Detection Setting] [OFF] [Type of Subject] [HUMAN] [Detecting Subject] [Detection Mode(Human)] [Target Parts] [ON] / [OFF] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Video]: [Audio] [ON] / [OFF] [OFF] [Sound Rec Level Disp.] [SET] — [Mute Sound Input] [OFF] [Sound Rec Gain Level] [STANDARD] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Video]: [Others (Video)] [Silent Mode] [OFF] [ON] / [OFF] [OFF] [Hybrid Zoom(Video)] [SET] — [ON] / [OFF] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Image Quality] [Show/Hide Photo Style] — [Photo Style [My Photo Style Settings] — Settings] [Reset Photo Style] — [LUT Library] —...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Focus/Shutter] [AFS] [FOCUS] [Focus/Shutter Priority] [AFC] [BALANCE] [Focus Switching for Vert / Hor] [OFF] [AF/AE Lock Hold] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying [Shutter AF] [ON] [Human Eye Detection Display] [ON] [Half-Press Shutter] [OFF] [Assign REC to Shutter Button] [ON] [Quick AF] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Operation] [Layout Style] [MODE1] [Front Dial Assignment] [Value] [Item Customize (Photo [Q.MENU Settings] — Mode)] [Item Customize (Video/ —...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying [AF ON] button Joystick [Q] button Cursor buttons / [MENU/ SET] button Control dial ] (AF mode) button ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying [Setting in Photo Mode] — [Setting in Video/S&Q — Mode] [Fn Button Set] [Setting in Playback — Mode] [WB/ISO/Expo. Button] [AFTER PRESSING2] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Monitor / Display (Photo)] [Duration Time (photo)] [OFF] [Auto Review] [Playback Operation [OFF] Priority] [ON] / [OFF] [ON] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Monitor / Display (Video)] [LUT Select(V-Log)] [Vlog_709] [LUT View Assist [Log View Assist] [OFF] (Monitor)] [LUT View Assist (HDMI)] [OFF] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [IN/OUT] [Info Display] [ON] [Down Convert] [AUTO] [HDMI Recording Control] [OFF] [Sound Output (HDMI)] [ON] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Custom]: [Lens / Others] [Lens Focus Resume] [OFF] [Setting in Photo Mode] [Focus Stop] [Lens Fn Button [Setting in Video/S&Q [Same Setting as Setting] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Setup]: [Card/File] [Card Format] — [Recording Method] [Double Card Slot Function] [Destination Card Slot] [USB-SSD] [OFF] [Select Folder] — [Folder / File [Create a New Folder] —...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Setup]: [Monitor / Display] [Sleep Mode] [1MIN.] [Sleep Mode(Wi-Fi)] [ON] [Power Save Mode] [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] [1MIN.] [Power Save LVF — ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Setup]: [IN/OUT] [Beep Volume] [AF Beep Volume] [Beep] [AF Beep Tone] [E-Shutter Vol] [E-Shutter Tone] [Headphone Volume] [LEVEL3] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying ] [Select on [USB Mode] connection] [USB Power Supply] [ON] [Tether(USB ethernet [OFF] adaptor)] When [System [USB] Frequency] is set to [59.94Hz (NTSC)]: [FHD/30p] [Webcam Image Quality] When [System...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Setup]: [Setting] [Save to Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Save to Custom Mode(Video)]/[Save to Custom — Mode(S&Q)] [Load Custom Mode(Photo)]/[Load Custom — Mode(Video)]/[Load Custom Mode(S&Q)] [Limit No. of Custom ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Setup]: [Others] [Clock Set] 0:00:00 1/1/2025 [Time Zone] [59.94Hz (NTSC)] / [System Frequency] [50.00Hz (PAL)] [Pixel Refresh] — [Shutter Behavior at Power Off] [OPEN] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [My Menu]: [Edit My Menu] [Add] — [Sorting] — [Delete] — [Display from My Menu] [OFF] Menu Default setting [Playback]: [Playback Mode] [Playback Mode] [Normal Play] ...
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Materials – List of Default Settings/Custom Saving/Settings Available for Copying Menu Default setting [Playback]: [Add/Delete Info.] [Protect] — [Rating] — Menu Default setting [Playback]: [Edit Image] [Resize] — [Rotate] — [Video Divide] — [Copy] — [Video Repair] — Menu Default setting [Playback]: [Others] [Delete Confirmation]...
Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Photo]: [Image Quality] [Photo Style] [Metering Mode] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode [Long Exposure NR] [Dual Native ISO Setting] [ISO Auto Lower Limit Setting] [ISO Sensitivity (photo)] [ISO Auto Upper Limit Setting] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Photo]: [Focus] [AF Detection Setting] [Type of Subject] [Detecting Subject] [Detection Mode(Human)] [Target Parts] [AF Custom Setting(Photo)] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Photo]: [Others (Photo)] [Bracketing Type] [Bracketing] [More Settings] [Silent Mode] [Hybrid Zoom(Photo)] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Video]: [Image Quality] [Photo Style] [Metering Mode] [Dynamic Range Boost] [Dual Native ISO Setting] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Video]: [Image Format] [Rec. File Format(Video)] [Image Area of Video] [Rec Quality] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Video]: [Focus] [AF Detection Setting] [Type of Subject] [Detecting Subject] [Detection Mode(Human)] [Target Parts] [AF Custom Setting(Video)] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Video]: [Audio] [Sound Rec Level Disp.] [Mute Sound Input] [Sound Rec Gain Level] ...
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Materials – List of Functions That Can Be Set in Each Recording Mode Menu [Video]: [Others (Video)] [Silent Mode] [Hybrid Zoom(Video)] [Crop Zoom(Video)] [Operation Mode] ...
Materials – Specifications Specifications The specifications are subject to change for performance enhancement. Digital camera body (DC-S1M2): Information for your safety Power source: 9.0 V Power consumption: 5.2 W (when recording with the monitor), 3.9 W (when playing back with the...
Materials – Specifications Image sensor Image sensor ≥ 35 mm full-frame (35.6 mm×23.8 mm) CMOS sensor, a total of approx. 26,800,000 pixels, primary color filter Effective number of pixels of the camera ≥ Approx. 24,100,000 pixels Latitude 14+ stops (when [Dynamic Range Boost] is set to [OFF]), 15 stops (when [Dynamic Range Boost] is set to [ON]) ([V-Log]) Recording format for still images File format for still images...
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Materials – Specifications When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9] [L]: 6000×3368 (3984×2240) [M]: 4272×2400 (2880×1624) [S]: 3024×1704 (2064×1160) [XS]: 1920×1080 (1920×1080) High Resolution mode ([XL]): 12000×6736 High Resolution mode ([LL]): 8496×4784 When the aspect ratio setting is [1:1] [L]: 4000×4000 (2656×2656) [M]: 2848×2848 (1920×1920) [S]: 2016×2016 (1376×1376) [XS]: 1280×1280 (1280×1280)
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Materials – Specifications Picture size (pixels) (HLG) ≥ When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3] [L]: 5328×4000 [M]: 3792×2848 [S]: 2688×2016 [XS]: 1712×1280 When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2] [L]: 6000×4000 [M]: 4272×2848 [S]: 3024×2016 [XS]: 1920×1280 When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9] [L]: 6000×3368 [M]: 4272×2400 [S]: 3024×1704...
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Materials – Specifications Recording format for video Video format ≥ MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC) MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC, Apple ProRes, Apple ProRes RAW) Audio compression format ≥ When [OFF] is selected for [4ch Audio Recording] MP4 Linear format: AAC (2ch stereo 48 kHz/16 bit) MOV Linear format: LPCM (2ch stereo 48 kHz/24 bit, 96 kHz/24 bit) Float format: LPCM (2ch stereo 48 kHz/32 bit, 96 kHz/32 bit) When [XLR] is selected for [4ch Audio Recording]...
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Materials – Specifications Viewfinder Type ≥ Aspect ratio 4:3, 0.5 inches, approx. 5,760,000 dots, organic EL (OLED) live view viewfinder Field of view ratio ≥ Approx. 100 % Magnification ≥ −1 Approx. 0.78× (−1.0 m 50 mm at infinity, with aspect ratio set to [3:2]) Eye point ≥...
Materials – Specifications Focus AF type ≥ TTL type based on image detection (image plane phase detection AF/contrast AF) Focus mode ≥ AFS / AFC / MF AF mode ≥ Tracking / Full Area AF / Zone (Horizontal/Vertical) / Zone 1-Area+Supplementary / 1-Area / Pinpoint...
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Materials – Specifications ISO sensitivity for still images (standard output sensitivity) ≥ Normal: AUTO / 50 / 100 to 51200 / 102400 / 204800 [V-Log]: AUTO / 320 / 640 to 51200 *6 When [Extended ISO] is set • Switchable between 1/3 EV and 1 EV steps ISO sensitivity for video (standard output sensitivity) ≥...
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Materials – Specifications Dual Native ISO setting ≥ Normal: [AUTO]: Base sensitivity: 100 / 800 (dB display values are based on 100) AUTO / 50 / 100 to 51200 / 102400 / 204800 [LOW]: Base sensitivity: 100 AUTO / 50 / 100 to 800 [HIGH]: Base sensitivity: 800 AUTO / 400...
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Materials – Specifications HLG: [AUTO]: Base sensitivity: 400 / 3200 (dB display values are based on 400) AUTO / 400 to 51200 / 102400 / 204800 [LOW]: Base sensitivity: 400 AUTO / 400 to 3200 [HIGH]: Base sensitivity: 3200 AUTO / 3200 to 51200 / 102400 / 204800 Cinelike A2/Cinelike D2/Cinelike V2: [AUTO]: Base sensitivity: 200 / 1600 (dB display values are based on 200)
HEIF burst: 180 frames or more RAW+HEIF burst: 160 frames or more *12 Using a Nextorage SDXC memory card compliant with UHS-II UHS Speed Class (When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic) Zoom Hybrid Zoom (Photo)/Crop Zoom (Photo) ≥...
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Materials – Specifications Interface ≥ ® USB Type-C , USB 10Gbps Supports USB Power Delivery (9.0 V/3.0 A) Output: DC 5 V, 900 mA HDMI ≥ HDMI Type A [REMOTE] ≥ ‰2.5 mm jack [MIC] ≥ ‰3.5 mm stereo mini jack Mic Input (Plug-in Power) / Mic Input / Line Input (Operate the menu to switch between these inputs) Standard input level: −55 dBV (Mic Input) / −10 dBV (Line Input)
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Materials – Specifications Streaming Wireless IP streaming ≥ Supported protocols: RTMP/RTMPS – RTMP is not supported on models for Europe and Ukraine (DC-S1M2E/ DC-S1M2ME). USB tethering with a smart device ≥ Supported protocols: RTMP/RTMPS – RTMP is not supported on models for Europe and Ukraine (DC-S1M2E/ DC-S1M2ME).
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Materials – Specifications Wi-Fi Compliance standard ≥ IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless LAN protocol) Frequency range used (central frequency) ≥ Specifications vary depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. Refer to the “Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Quick Start Guide>” (supplied) for details.
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Materials – Specifications 35 mm full-frame interchangeable lens: S-R24105 “LUMIX S 24-105mm F4 MACRO O.I.S.” Mount ≥ Leica Camera AG L-Mount Focal length ≥ f=24 mm to 105 mm Lens construction ≥ 16 elements in 13 groups (2 aspherical ED lenses, 2 aspherical lenses, 1 UED lens, 2 ED lenses) Aperture type ≥...
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Materials – Specifications Filter diameter ≥ 77 mm Maximum diameter ≥ ‰84 mm (3.3″) Overall length ≥ Approx. 118 mm (4.6″) (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Mass (Weight) ≥ Approx. 680 (1.4991 lb) Dust and splash resistant ≥...
Materials – Trademarks and Licenses Trademarks and Licenses • L-Mount is a trademark or registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. • “Nextorage” is a registered trademark or trademark of Nextorage corporation. • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. •...
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QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Holdings Corporation. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
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® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Holdings Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. •...
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[Firmware Version] [Software info]. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or...
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