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EB
Basic Operating Instructions
DMC-G80M/DMC-G80H
Model No.
DMC-G81M/DMC-G81H
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Body
DMC-G80
DMC-G81
DVQX1015ZC
F0816HN2042
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Summarization of Contents
Information for Your Safety
Product Identification Markings
Details product identification markings and their locations on the camera and battery charger.
Declaration of Conformity
Battery Pack Safety
Provides safety precautions and warnings for handling and disposing of the battery pack.
Battery Charger Safety
Offers safety instructions for the battery charger to prevent risks.
AC Mains Lead Safety
Fuse Replacement
Step-by-step guide on how to safely replace the fuse in the AC mains plug.
Camera Care and Maintenance
Splash Proof Feature
Explains the camera's splash proof capabilities and necessary precautions for use.
Condensation Handling
Advises on handling condensation on the lens, viewfinder, or monitor to prevent damage.
Lens Firmware Updates
Guides users on checking and updating the firmware for interchangeable lenses for optimal performance.
Quick Start Guide: Initial Setup
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Instructions on how to properly attach the shoulder strap to the camera for secure carrying.
Charging the Battery
Guides users through the process of charging the camera's battery using the provided charger.
Battery Charge Indicator Guide
Explains the meaning of the charge indicator light during the battery charging process.
Quick Start Guide: Battery and Card Insertion
Inserting the Battery
Step-by-step instructions for correctly inserting the camera battery into its compartment.
Inserting the Memory Card
How to properly insert an optional memory card into the camera for storing images.
Quick Start Guide: Lens and Monitor Handling
Attaching and Removing Lenses
Procedures for safely attaching and detaching interchangeable lenses from the camera body.
Opening and Adjusting the Monitor
Instructions on how to open and position the camera's monitor for flexible shooting.
Quick Start Guide: Date, Time, and Diopter Adjustment
Setting Date and Time
Guide to setting the camera's internal clock and time zone for accurate recording information.
Diopter Adjustment
How to adjust the diopter to ensure clear viewing of the viewfinder for users with vision impairments.
Quick Start Guide: Card Formatting and Mode Selection
Formatting the Memory Card
Instructions on how to initialize a memory card before use to ensure proper operation.
Setting Intelligent Auto Mode
How to use the Intelligent Auto mode for automatic scene and setting adjustments.
Basic Picture Taking Technique
Essential tips on how to hold the camera and stand properly for taking stable pictures.
Quick Start Guide: Taking and Reviewing Pictures
Focusing Before Shooting
Explains how to half-press the shutter button to achieve focus on the subject.
Taking the Picture
Details the process of fully pressing the shutter button to capture an image.
Reviewing Taken Pictures
How to review images immediately after they have been taken or in playback mode.
Lenses and Hot Shoe Cover
Lens Specifications
Details the specifications and parts of the two interchangeable lenses.
Removing Hot Shoe Cover
Instructions on how to safely remove the protective hot shoe cover.
Basic Camera Operations
Cursor and Menu Button Navigation
Explains how to navigate menus and select options using cursor buttons and the MENU/SET button.
Using Front and Rear Dials
Describes how to use the front and rear dials for adjusting settings like aperture and shutter speed.
Monitor and Viewfinder Controls
Using the [LVF] Button
How to switch between the electronic viewfinder (LVF) and the rear monitor display.
Touch Screen Operations
Details how to interact with the camera's touch screen for various functions like touch and drag.
Navigating Camera Menus
Setting Menu Items
Step-by-step guide on how to find and change settings within the camera's menu system.
Switching Between Menus
How to navigate between different menu categories or screens.
Closing the Menu
Methods to exit the camera's menu interface.
Quick Menu and Custom Buttons
Accessing the Quick Menu
How to quickly access and change frequently used settings using the Q.MENU.
Assigning Functions to Buttons
Customizing camera buttons by assigning specific recording functions for faster access.
Automatic Shooting Modes
Intelligent Auto Mode Usage
How to use the Intelligent Auto mode for automatic scene and setting adjustments.
Switching Between IA Modes
Guide on how to switch between the Intelligent Auto and Intelligent Auto Plus modes.
Creative Shooting Adjustments
Defocus Control for Background Blur
How to adjust background blur (defocus) for artistic effect in photos.
Adjusting Brightness and Colour
Techniques for fine-tuning the brightness and colour balance of captured images.
Drive Modes and 4K Photo
Selecting Drive Modes
How to change the drive mode (e.g., Single, Burst, Self-Timer) to control continuous shooting.
Capturing 4K Photos
Instructions on how to record high-speed bursts of images to extract 4K photos.
Advanced 4K Photo Features
Saving 4K Burst Pictures
How to select and save individual frames from a 4K burst sequence as still images.
Post Focus and Focus Stacking
Techniques for adjusting focus after shooting and merging focus areas for greater depth of field.
Bracket Recording Functionality
Setting Up Bracket Types
How to configure bracket settings like exposure, aperture, focus, or white balance.
Deactivating Bracket Recording
Steps to turn off the bracket recording feature when it is no longer needed.
Bracket Recording Settings
Exposure Bracket Options
Explains settings for exposure bracketing, including step intervals and sequence.
Aperture and Focus Bracket
Details the configuration options for aperture and focus bracketing.
4K Live Cropping for Video
Setting Up 4K Live Cropping
How to configure the 4K Live Cropping feature to create panning and zooming video effects.
Defining Cropping Frame
Instructions on setting the start and end frames for the cropping area in 4K Live Cropping.
4K Live Cropping Operation
Setting Cropping End Frame
How to define the end frame position and size for the 4K Live Cropping video effect.
Starting and Cancelling 4K Live Cropping
Procedures for initiating video recording with 4K Live Cropping and how to cancel the function.
Image Playback Operations
Playing Back Still Pictures
How to navigate and view still images captured by the camera.
Sending Images to Web Services
Guide on transferring images from the camera to online services.
Playing Back Motion Pictures
How to play and control motion picture playback, including pause, rewind, and volume adjustments.
Deleting Images
Deleting a Single Picture
Step-by-step instructions for deleting individual photos from the camera.
Deleting Multiple or All Pictures
Methods for deleting selected groups of photos or clearing all images from the camera.
Camera Menu Overview
[Rec] Menu Settings
Details the menu options related to picture recording settings like aspect ratio and quality.
[Motion Picture] Menu Settings
Explains the menu options for configuring motion picture recording parameters.
Customizing Camera Settings
[Custom] Menu Options
Settings for personalizing camera operation, button functions, and display preferences.
[Setup] Menu Options
Configuration options for clock, Wi-Fi, sound settings, and camera maintenance.
[Playback] Menu Options
Settings related to image protection, slideshows, and print options.
Image Quality and RAW Processing
Setting Image Quality
Options for setting the JPEG compression level for image quality versus file size.
RAW Image Processing
How to process RAW image files directly on the camera to adjust settings like white balance.
Advanced Image Processing
Setting Image Processing Parameters
Guides on adjusting individual image parameters like white balance and noise reduction during processing.
Image Merging Settings
Composite Merging Procedure
Steps for selecting and merging frames to superimpose brighter parts into a single image.
Range Merging Procedure
How to select the first and last frames for merging to achieve a specific focus range.
Wi-Fi Functionality Overview
Smartphone/Tablet Remote Control
Capabilities for controlling the camera and transferring images using a smartphone or tablet.
Wi-Fi Connection Status
Explains the meaning of the Wi-Fi connection lamp and the [Wi-Fi] button.
Initiating Wi-Fi Connection
Steps to press the Wi-Fi button and initiate a connection from the camera.
Connecting Camera to Smartphone
Password-Free Connection Setup
How to establish a direct Wi-Fi connection between the camera and a smartphone without a password.
Terminating Wi-Fi Connection
Procedures for disconnecting the Wi-Fi link between the camera and the connected smartphone.
Remote Camera Operations via Smartphone
Remote Image Capture
How to take pictures remotely using a smartphone connected via Wi-Fi.
Playing Back and Saving Images
Methods for viewing and saving images stored on the camera to a smartphone.
Sending Images to Social Media
How to transfer images from the camera to social networking sites (SNS) via a smartphone.
Adding Location Information (Geotagging)
Smartphone Geotagging Operation
How to transfer location data from a smartphone to the camera and tag images.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Camera Operational Issues
Addresses problems like rattling sounds, failure to operate, or rapid battery drain.
Focus and Image Blur Problems
Solutions for out-of-focus subjects, blurred pictures, and ineffective image stabilization.
Troubleshooting: Image Quality and Recording
Image Artifacts and Lighting Effects
Explains and offers solutions for striping, flicker, and brightness/hue variations caused by lighting.
Recording Interruptions and Failures
Discusses reasons for 4K photo and motion picture recording stopping or failing.
Troubleshooting: Flash, Playback, Wi-Fi Connectivity
Flash, Playback, and Wi-Fi Errors
Covers issues with flash activation, picture playback, and Wi-Fi connection establishment.
Wi-Fi Connection Tips
Provides general advice and troubleshooting steps for Wi-Fi connection stability and access point detection.
Troubleshooting: PC Connection and Other Issues
PC Wi-Fi Connection and Image Transmission
Addresses problems connecting to PCs via Wi-Fi and issues with transmitting images to web services.
Other Operational Issues
Covers sounds from the lens unit, camera warming, and clock reset problems.
Camera Specifications Overview
Camera Body Technical Details
Lists key specifications for the camera body, including power source and consumption.
Image Sensor and Digital Zoom
Details the image sensor size, pixel count, and digital zoom capabilities.
Focus and Shutter Type
Specifies the autofocus system and the type of shutter used by the camera.
Camera Specifications: Recording Performance
Burst Speed and Recording Limits
Details burst shooting speeds for mechanical and electronic shutters, and recordable picture limits.
ISO Sensitivity and Minimum Illumination
Specifications for ISO range and the minimum light levels required for shooting.
Shutter Speed and Metering Range
Lists the available shutter speed ranges and the exposure metering range.
Camera Specifications: Display and Media
Light Metering, Monitor, Viewfinder
Technical details about the light metering system, LCD monitor, and electronic viewfinder.
Flash, Microphone, Recording Media
Specifications for the built-in flash, microphone, speaker, and supported recording media.
Picture Size Options
Lists the available pixel dimensions for still pictures based on aspect ratio settings.
Camera Specifications: Video and Interface
Motion Picture Quality Settings
Details the recording quality settings for motion pictures in AVCHD and MP4 formats.
Digital Interface and Terminals
Information on the camera's USB, HDMI, MIC, and REMOTE terminals and interface standards.
Camera Specifications: Physical and Environmental
Dimensions, Mass, and Operating Conditions
Physical measurements, weight, operating temperature, humidity, and dust/splash resistance.
Wireless Transmitter Specifications
Details of the camera's wireless LAN protocol, frequency range, encryption, and access method.
Battery Charger and Pack Information
Safety information and specifications for the AC adapter, DC coupler, and battery pack.
Interchangeable Lens Specifications
Lens H-FS12060 Details
Comprehensive specifications for the H-FS12060 interchangeable lens, including focal length and aperture.
Lens H-FS14140 Details
Comprehensive specifications for the H-FS14140 interchangeable lens, including focal length and aperture.
Digital Camera Accessory System
Sales and Support Information
Contact details and web resources for customer support, sales, and accessory purchases.
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