Page 1 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-GF5 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT4G00 F0412YS0...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Taking a Still picture ........32 • How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFF/AFC).....32 • Taking a Still picture ......34 Before Use • Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function.........35 Care of the camera ........5 • Switching the Information Displayed Standard Accessories .......6 on the recording screen ....36 Names and Functions of Components..7...
Page 3 • [Glistening Water]......117 • [Clear Nightscape]......117 Recording • [Cool Night Sky] ......117 • [Warm Glowing Nightscape]....118 Optical Image Stabilizer ......74 • [Artistic Nightscape] ......118 Taking Pictures with the Zoom....76 • [Glittering Illuminations] ....118 • Zooming using touch operations ..78 • [Clear Night Portrait]......119 Taking Pictures using the Flash ....79 •...
Page 4 Using the [Rec] Menu......139 • [Photo Style]........139 Playback/Editing • [Aspect Ratio]........141 • [Picture Size] ........141 Using the [Playback] Menu....160 • [Quality] ...........142 • [2D/3D Settings] ......160 • [Sensitivity] ........143 • [Slide Show] ........160 • [ISO Limit Set] .........144 • [Playback Mode]......162 •...
Page 5: Before Use
Before Use Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not record if you: –...
Page 6: Standard Accessories
Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042). • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
Page 7: Names And Functions Of Components
Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Sensor Flash (P79) Self-timer indicator (P88)/ AF Assist Lamp (P156) Lens fitting mark (P14) Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button (P13) Flash open button (P79) Touch screen/LCD monitor (P10) 10 Playback button (P51, 11 [Q.MENU/Fn1] button (P65, 103)/ Delete/Return button (P58,...
Page 8 29 DC coupler cover OPEN LOCK • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. (P190) Do not attempt to use the AC adaptor in 28 29 30 other devices.
Page 9 Before Use ∫ Lens H-PS14042 H-FS014042 (LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14–42 mm/ (LUMIX G VARIO 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 F3.5–5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 36 37 38 39 H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.) 31 Lens surface 32 Zoom lever (P76) 33 Focus lever (P96)
Page 10 Before Use Touch screen This touch screen is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch screen. A movement without releasing the touch screen. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used to move the AF area, operate icons or images displayed on the touch the slide bar, etc.
Page 11 Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1.
Page 12: About The Lens
AF following performance and silence design. For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.
Page 13: Preparation
Preparation Preparation Changing the Lens By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P195 when dirt or dust gets on the lens.
Page 14 Preparation Attaching the lens Preparations: Remove the rear lens cap from the lens. • If the body cap is fitted to the camera, remove it. Align the lens fitting marks A (red marks) and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Page 15 Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) •...
Page 16: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Preparation Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Page 17: Charging The Battery
To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
Page 18 Preparation ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) •...
Page 19: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
Page 20: Recording Motion Pictures
Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures – [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used Recordable time Approx. 130 min Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Recordable time Approx.
Page 21 Preparation ∫ Playback When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used Playback time Approx. 210 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Playback time Approx. 200 min When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Playback time Approx. 240 min Note •...
Page 22: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery OPEN LOCK door.
Page 23: About The Card
Card compatible equipment. (4 GB to 32 GB) • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC SDXC Memory Card memory cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) •...
Page 24 Preparation Note • Write-Protect switch provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original position.) •...
Page 25: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time
Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [Remaining Disp.] (P158) in the [Custom] menu.
Page 26 Preparation ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] 2 GB 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB 14m00s 1h1m 4h10m 8h27m 14m00s 1h1m 4h10m 8h27m...
Page 27: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Touch [Language Set].
Page 28: Changing The Clock Setting
Preparation Touch [Set] to set. Touch [Set] in the confirmation screen. Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Setup] menu. (P60) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Page 29: Basic
Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MENU/SET]. Touch [Rec Mode]. • A screen listing the Recording Mode is displayed. • It is also possible to display the screen listing the Recording Mode by touching the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode.
Page 30 Basic ∫ Basic Intelligent Auto Mode (P37) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P41) Easily match settings selected by the camera to your preferences and record. Program AE Mode (P45) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ∫...
Page 31: Tips For Taking Good Pictures
Basic Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not cover the flash, the AF assist lamp A or the microphone B with your fingers or other objects.
Page 32: Taking A Still Picture
Basic Applicable modes: Taking a Still picture How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFF/AFC) Select [Focus Mode] from the [Rec] menu. (P60) Touch the item. • Select [Focus Mode] according to the movement of the subject and the scene you are recording. The movement of the Item subject and the scene...
Page 33 Basic Press the shutter button halfway. Focus Mode When the subject is When the subject is not Focus focused focused Focus indication A On Blinks B Green AF area — Sound Beeps 2 times — Focus Mode AFF/AFC When the subject is When the subject is not Focus focused...
Page 34: Taking A Still Picture
Basic Taking a Still picture ] by pressing 4( • Set the drive mode to [ Select the Recording Mode. • For details on setting up Recording Mode, refer to P29. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed •...
Page 35: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Shutter Function
Basic Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ ]. Touch [ • Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
Page 36: Switching The Information Displayed On The Recording Screen
Basic Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Press [DISP.] to change. DISP. • Screen will switch as follows: -3 -3 -3 0 0 0 98 98 98 ¢ A With information B Without information ¢ Histograms are displayed when the [Histogram] of the [Custom] menu is set to [ON]. It is also possible to display the Exposure meter by setting the [Expo.Meter] of the [Custom] menu to [ON].
Page 37: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)
Basic Recording Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them.
Page 38 Basic ∫ Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. Depending on the identified scene, the camera may display [ which allows you to select the camera-recommended effects.
Page 39 Basic ∫ About the flash Flash mode is set to [Œ] when the flash is closed, and [ ] (AUTO) when it is open. When the flash is open, the camera automatically sets [ ], [ ] (AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction), [ ], or [ ] to match the type of subject and brightness.
Page 40: Recording With Camera-Recommended Effects
Basic Recording with Camera-Recommended Effects Depending on the scene that is automatically identified, it may be possible to select from among a number of different image effects (filters) automatically recommended by the camera, with reference to example images. (Only available when [Recommended Filter] on the recording menu is set to [ON].
Page 41: Easily Adjust And Record (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode)
Basic Recording Mode: Easily adjust and record (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) The brightness and color optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your preferences. This mode is useful if you do not like dealing with detailed settings but like the settings made automatically by the camera to match your preferences.
Page 42 Basic Setting color Touch [ Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. • The settings screen can also be displayed from the recording screen by pressing cursor button 1. Drag the slide bar to set. • This will adjust the color of the image from a reddish color to a bluish color.
Page 43: Taking Pictures With Defocus Control Function
Basic Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Touch [ ]. Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. Drag the slide bar to set. • Setting can also be performed by rotating the control dial.
Page 44 Basic Note • On the Defocus Control setting screen of Intelligent Auto ( ) Mode, the AF Mode is [Ø]. You can set the location of the AF area by touching the screen. (Size cannot be changed) • After beginning motion picture recording, the amount of defocus will vary depending on the recording conditions.
Page 45: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Program Ae Mode)
Basic Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [Rec] menu.
Page 46 Basic Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
Page 47: Recording Motion Picture
Basic Applicable modes: Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.
Page 48: Recording Motion Picture
Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 48 -...
Page 49 Basic Note • The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. • When using the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042), if you take your finger off the zoom lever or focus lever during recording of a motion picture, the sound of the lever returning may be recorded.
Page 50: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • Simultaneous recording indicator A is displayed while recording still pictures.
Page 51: Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures
Basic Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button.
Page 52 Basic Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Touch [ • It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the following icons. – ]: 1 screen – ]: 12 screens – ]: 30 screens – ]: Calendar screen display • Playback screen can also be switched by rotating the control dial.
Page 53 Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Touch [ ] on the Multi Playback screen. Touch [ ] to select the month to be played back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed.
Page 54: Changing The Information Displayed On The Playback Screen
Basic Using the Playback Zoom Touch the part you want to enlarge firmly. 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • You can also enlarge/reduce the picture by rotating the control dial. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second. •...
Page 55: Playing Back Motion Pictures
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures The motion picture file formats that can be played back on this unit are AVCHD (excluding AVCHD Progressive) recorded on a Panasonic Digital Camera (LUMIX), MP4, and QuickTime Motion JPEG. Press [(]. Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ and then touch [ ] to play back.
Page 56 Basic ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. Operate control panel by touching these icons. Play/Pause Stop Fast rewind Fast forward Frame-by-frame rewind Frame-by-frame forward...
Page 57: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Touch [ ] during Motion Picture playback. Touch [ • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Page 58: Deleting Pictures
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch [ • The same operation can be performed by pressing Touch [Delete Single]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].
Page 59 Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures Touch [ Touch [Delete Multi] or [Delete All]. [Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed. • Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. • It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favorite when [All Delete Except Favorite] is selected with the [Delete All] set.
Page 60: Setting The Menu
Basic Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items You can set the menus using two types of operation - touch operations in which you touch the screen, and button operations in which you press the cursor button and rotate the...
Page 61 Basic (When operating buttons) Press 3/4/2/1 of the cursor button or rotate the control dial to select the menu, and press [MENU/SET]. Touch the menu item. • The explanation A for the touched menu item is displayed. • The page can be changed by touching [ (When operating buttons) Press 3/4 of the cursor button or rotate the control dial to select the menu item, and press [MENU/SET].
Page 62 Basic ∫ Close the menu Touch [ ] or press the shutter button halfway. (When operating buttons) Press [ ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu Touch [ ] or another of the menu toggle icons A. •...
Page 63: Setting The Menu Screen Background
Basic Setting the menu screen background You can set the background for the menu screen according to your preferences. You can also set one of the recorded still images as the background on the top menu screen. Setting the top menu screen background Press [MENU/SET] to display the top menu.
Page 64 Basic Setting the menu screen background Select [Menu Background] on the [Setup] menu. (P60) Select and touch background color. • Exit the menu after it is set. - 64 -...
Page 65: Setting The Quick Menu
Basic Setting the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Items that cannot be used are displayed in gray. [Q.MENU/Fn1] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or as [Fn1] (function button).
Page 66: Change The Quick Menu To Your Preferred Item
Basic ∫ Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item Up to 10 items to be used can be setup as Quick Menus. Set the menu items depending on the recording conditions, etc. Touch [ Select the menu in the top row and drag it to the bottom row.
Page 67: About The Setup Menu
Basic Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P60. [Clock Set] —...
Page 68 Basic Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P164).
Page 69 Basic Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor is adjusted. ] ([Brightness]): Adjust the brightness. ] ([Contrast · Saturation]): Adjust the contrast or clarity of colors. ] ([Red Tint]): [LCD Display] Adjust the red tint. ] ([Blue Tint]): Adjust the blue tint.
Page 70 Basic The unit can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. You can set up the unit to automatically switch off the power, automatically switch off the LCD monitor, or display in such a way that the power consumption of the LCD monitor is reduced.
Page 71 Basic Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). y [Select on connection]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the [USB Mode] camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge.
Page 72 Basic Set so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA equipment by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI mini cable (optional). [VIERA Link] [ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA Link compatible equipment is enabled.
Page 73 If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting your nearest Service Center. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo - 73 -...
Page 74: Optical Image Stabilizer
Recording Applicable modes: Recording Optical Image Stabilizer Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. –...
Page 75 Recording ∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [Stabilizer], a tripod or the self-timer (P88). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod.
Page 76: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with the Zoom modes, you can only use Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion) Zoom operations differ depending on the lens. When using the interchangeable lens When using the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) having a zoom lever (H-FS014042) having a zoom ring Move to T side: Rotate to T side:...
Page 77 Recording ∫ Types of zooms and recording magnification Extended Tele Feature Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Conversion (EX) when taking still ¢1 Recording Different depending on pictures: 2k [2k] magnification the lens used. when recording motion [4k] ¢2 pictures: 3.1k The higher the Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration...
Page 78: Zooming Using Touch Operations
The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is compatible with power zoom. – The interchangeable lenses (H-FS014042, H-H014) are not compatible with power zoom. • For compatible lenses, please see the Panasonic website. Touch [ ]. Touch [ • The slide bar is displayed.
Page 79: Taking Pictures Using The Flash
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures using the Flash A To open the flash B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed.
Page 80 Recording ∫ Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Guide Mode) ‰ Œ ¢ ¢ ¢ ¢ ± Intelligent Auto Mode — —...
Page 81 Recording • The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. When changing scene using Scene Guide Mode, the Scene Guide Mode flash setting is returned to the default value with each change of scene.
Page 82 Recording ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‰ ¢ 1/60 to 1/160th 1 to 1/4000th Œ 60 to 1/4000th ¢ This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and 60 seconds in the Manual Exposure Mode.
Page 83: Compensating The Exposure
Recording Applicable modes: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Press 3 (È) to switch to Exposure Compensation operation. Rotate the control dial to compensate the exposure.
Page 84: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Press 4 ( Touch burst icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the burst speed. (High speed) (Middle speed) (Low speed) Burst speed (pictures/second) Live View during Burst None...
Page 85 Recording Touch [Set]. Focus on the subject and take a picture. A When Burst Mode is set to high speed [H]. • Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the Burst Mode. ∫ Focusing in Burst Mode The focus changes depending on the setting for [Focus Priority] (P156) in the [Custom] menu and the setting for [Focus Mode]...
Page 86: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 5 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket [Step]: [3•1/3], [Sequence]: [0/s/r] 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV...
Page 87 Recording ∫ Changing the settings for [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] and [Sequence] in Auto Bracket Select [Auto Bracket] in the [Rec] menu. (P60) Touch [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] or [Sequence]. Touch the setting. Item Settings Item Settings ] (single) [0/`/_] [Single/Burst [Sequence] Settings] ] (burst) [`/0/_]...
Page 88: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 4 ( Touch self-timer icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the time setting for the self timer. Item Settings Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed.
Page 89 Recording Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. A When self-timer is set to [ • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus. Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 90: Taking Pictures With Auto Focus
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Auto Focus This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus to the subject specified on the touch screen. (Set the [Touch AF] of the [Touch Settings] in the [Custom] menu to [ON].) Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition.
Page 91 Recording About [š] (Face Detection) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) When the camera detects a person’s face, the AF area is displayed. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused.
Page 92 Recording Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ∫ When operating the touch screen You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
Page 93 Recording About [ ] (23-area-focusing) Up to 23 points for each AF area can be focused. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. (AF area frame will be same as image aspect ratio setting) Note •...
Page 94 Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area • Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function. When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. Touch the subject. •...
Page 95 Recording When selecting [ You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. • The focus position cannot be set at the edge of the screen. Touch the subject. • The assist screen for setting the focus position is enlarged to approximately 5 times original size.
Page 96: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus
Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. The operations used to focus manually differ depending on the lens. When using the interchangeable lens When using the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) having a focus lever...
Page 97 Recording MF ASSIST ∫ Displaying the MF Assist • This is displayed by moving the focus lever, rotating the focus ring, or touching the screen. (In the Creative Control Mode [Miniature Effect], MF Assistance cannot be displayed by touching the screen) It can also be displayed by pressing 2 to display the setup screen for the enlarged area, •...
Page 98 Recording Technique for Manual Focus 1 Focus by moving the focus lever or rotating the focus ring. 2 Move the lever or rotate the ring a little further in the same direction. 3 Fine tune the focus by moving the focus lever slightly in the opposite direction or rotating the focus ring slightly in the opposite direction.
Page 99: Adjusting The White Balance
Recording Applicable modes: Adjusting the White Balance In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Page 100 Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly.
Page 101 Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Select [ ], [ ] and then touch [White Set]. Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then touch [Set].
Page 102 Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. Select the White Balance and then touch [Adjust.]. Drag within the frame to finely adjust. •...
Page 103: Using The Function Button
Recording Using the function button The recording functions etc. registered in the [Fn Button Set] of the [Custom] menu can be assigned to the [Fn1] (function) buttons, [Fn2] and [Fn3] icon. You can use the assigned functions by pressing the buttons for [Fn1] and by touching the icons for [Fn2] and [Fn3].
Page 104 Recording ∫ Using function buttons with touch operations [Fn2] and [Fn3] are used by touching function buttons. Touch [ ]. Touch [Fn2] or [Fn3]. • The assigned function will operate. - 104 -...
Page 105: Fixing The Focus And The Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)
Recording Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. Set [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] menu to [AF/AE Lock].
Page 106: Confirm The Effects Of Aperture And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)
Recording Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set.
Page 107: Easily Set Aperture/Shutter Speed For Suitable Exposure (One Push Ae)
Recording Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One Push AE) Applicable modes: When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a suitable exposure setting. How to tell if the exposure is not adequate •...
Page 108: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set Recording Mode to [ •...
Page 109: Shutter-Priority Ae
Recording Shutter-priority AE When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set Recording Mode to [ •...
Page 110: Manual Exposure Mode
Recording Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set Recording Mode to [ • For details on setting up Recording Mode, refer to P29. Rotate the control dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.
Page 111 Recording ∫ Manual Exposure Assistance The exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. • The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen.
Page 112: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
Page 113 Recording ∫ To enjoy a variety of picture effects Touch [ DISP. ] on the scene selection screen to display explanations etc. for picture effects to suit the scene. To take full advantage of the picture effects, we recommend that you read the explanations and try recording pictures.
Page 114: [Clear Portrait]
Recording [Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a clear portrait. Note • To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom ring as far as possible to Tele. (when a lens with a zoom function is used) •...
Page 115: [Clear In Backlight]
Recording [Clear in Backlight] Outdoors, the flash will be used to more evenly illuminate the subject's face. Note • Open the flash. (You can set to Forced Flash ON.) • White saturation can occur if the subject is too close. •...
Page 116: [Distinct Scenery]
Recording [Distinct Scenery] Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery. [Bright Blue Sky] On a sunny day, the overall screen brightness is increased to create a vibrant image of the blue sky. [Romantic Sunset Glow] The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the sky just after sunset.
Page 117: [Glistening Water]
Recording [Glistening Water] The glistening of the water is enhanced to look brighter and slightly bluish. Note • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Clear Nightscape] Color saturation of the night light is increased to accentuate the nightscape.
Page 118: [Warm Glowing Nightscape]
Recording [Warm Glowing Nightscape] The warm color tone creates a warm image of the nightscape. Note • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •...
Page 119: [Clear Night Portrait]
Recording [Clear Night Portrait] Fill flash and a longer exposure capture better portraits against the nightscape. Note • Open the flash. (You can set to [ • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. • When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture.
Page 120: [Appetizing Food]
Recording [Appetizing Food] The overall screen brightness is increased to make the food look appealing. Note • To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom ring as far as possible to Tele. (when a lens with a zoom function is used) •...
Page 121: [Freeze Animal Motion]
Recording [Freeze Animal Motion] The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a clear image of the fast moving animal. [Clear Sports Shot] The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at sporting events. [Monochrome] A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment. - 121 -...
Page 122: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. Set Recording Mode to [ •...
Page 123 Recording ∫ Adjust the effect to fit your preferences. The strength and colors of the effects can be easily adjusted to fit your preferences. Touch [ Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. • The settings screen can also be displayed from the recording screen by pressing cursor button 1.
Page 124 Recording Note • Touch [Switch] to switch between displaying 2 or 3 example images on the screen for selecting image effects. • Creative Control settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off. • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO]. •...
Page 125: [Expressive]
Recording [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Understated Freshness colors colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Yellow Color emphasized emphasized [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.
Page 126: [Sepia]
Recording [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Impressive Art]...
Page 127: [Cross Process]
Recording [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Green tone/Blue emphasized/Yellow tone/ Color Red tone • Touch to select the color balance you wish to generate. [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera.
Page 128: [Miniature Effect]
Recording [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Understated Freshness colors colors ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-focus portions.
Page 129 Recording Touch the in-focus portion. • It is also possible to move the in-focus portion using the cursor button. Drag the slide bar to change the size of in-focus portion. • It can be changed to 3 different sizes. • Enlarge/reduce can also be performed by rotating the control dial.
Page 130: [Soft Focus]
Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus Note • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
Page 131 Recording ∫ Set the color to leave in Set the color to leave in by selecting a location on the screen. Touch [ Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. • You can also display the setting screen by pressing [Q.MENU/Fn1].
Page 132: Taking Pictures In Custom Set
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures in Custom Set You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. ∫...
Page 133: Recording Using Registered Custom Set
Recording Recording using registered custom set You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set Recording Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up Recording Mode, refer to P29. Select and touch the custom settings. A Display custom settings •...
Page 134: Taking A Picture With Face Recognition Function
Recording Applicable modes: Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. [Face Recog.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.
Page 135 Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images (Good example for •...
Page 136 Recording Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings It is possible to register names. Touch [SET]. [Name] Enter the name. • “ ” For details on how to enter characters, refer to Entering Text section on P138.
Page 137 Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu. Touch [MEMORY]. Touch the face image to edit or delete.
Page 138: Entering Text
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. –...
Page 139: Using The [Rec] Menu
Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
Page 140 Recording ∫ Adjusting the picture quality Touch [ ] to select the type of Photo Style. • In Scene Guide Mode, you cannot select the photo style. Select and touch the items. Drag the slide bar to adjust. Item Effect Increases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture.
Page 141: [Aspect Ratio]
Recording [Aspect Ratio] Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Settings Description of settings [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera [Aspect Ratio] of a high-definition TV, etc.
Page 142: [Quality]
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings File format Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image. JPEG [›] This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels.
Page 143: [Sensitivity]
Recording [Sensitivity] Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. Settings Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness.
Page 144: [Iso Limit Set]
Recording [ISO Limit Set] Applicable modes: It will select optimal ISO sensitivity with set value as limit depending on the brightness of the subject. [200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[OFF] Note • It will work when the [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ • [ISO Limit Set] is disabled in the following cases: –...
Page 145: [Profile Setup]
Recording [Profile Setup] Applicable modes: If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years in the images. You can display these at playback or stamp the recorded images using [Text Stamp] (P164).
Page 146: [Focus Mode]
Recording [Focus Mode] [AFS]/[AFF]/[AFC]/[MF] Note • Refer to for details. [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity.
Page 147: [Flash]
Recording [Flash] [ ‰ ]/[ Note • Refer to for details. [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture.
Page 148: [I.dynamic] (Intelligent Dynamic Range Control)
Recording [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] Note • This feature may be automatically disabled, depending on the lighting conditions.
Page 149: [Ex. Tele Conv.]
Recording [Ex. Tele Conv.] [ON]/[OFF] Note • Refer to for details. [Digital Zoom] [4t]/[2t]/[OFF] Note • Refer to for details. [Burst Rate] [H]/[M]/[L] Note • Refer to for details. [Auto Bracket] [Single/Burst Settings]/[Step]/[Sequence] Note • Refer to for details. [Self Timer] Note •...
Page 150: [Color Space]
Recording [Color Space] Applicable modes: Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. Settings Description of settings Color space is set to sRGB color space. [sRGB] This is widely used in computer related equipment. Color space is set to AdobeRGB color space.
Page 151: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
Page 152: [Rec Quality]
Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings Picture size/Bit rate Aspect ratio (Sensor output is [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 30 fps) 16:9 (Sensor output is [SH] 1280k720 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 30 fps) When [MP4] is selected Settings...
Page 153: [Ex. Tele Conv.]
Recording [Ex. Tele Conv.] [ON]/[OFF] Note • Refer to for details. [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. [AUTO]/[OFF] Note • Sound quality may be different than usual when [Wind Cut] is set. • Not available with [Miniature Effect] in Creative Control Mode. [Mic Level Disp.] Applicable modes: Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the screen.
Page 154: Using The [Custom] Menu
Recording Perform these settings if you need to. Using the [Custom] Menu For details on how to select the [Custom] menu settings, refer to P60. [Cust.Set Mem.] • Refer to P132 for details. [Q.MENU/Fn1] — • Refer to for details. [Fn Button Set] —...
Page 155 Recording This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. ]: Position can be set by dragging the [ ] on the guide line. [Guide Line] • When it is difficult to move the guide line on the screen edge by touch operation, use the cursor button to set the position.
Page 156 Recording It will set so no picture can be taken when it is out of focus. [ON]: You cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus. [Focus Priority] [OFF]: This gives priority to the best time to take a picture so you can take a picture when the shutter button is pressed fully.
Page 157 Recording [MF Assist] [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to for details. [MF Guide] [ON]/[OFF] • Refer to for details. This may only be selected when using a lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). – The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is compatible with power zoom.
Page 158 Recording It is possible to set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto ( ) Mode will operate. [Single Press]: [iA Button Switch] It will switch to Intelligent Auto ( ) Mode by pressing [¦]. [Press and hold]: It will switch to Intelligent Auto ( ) Mode by pressing [¦] for a while.
Page 159 Recording This allows you to set the speed of continuously forwarding or rewinding pictures using touch operation. [Touch Scroll] [ H ]: High speed [ L ]: Low speed Stores the location of the last-used menu item for each menu. [Menu Resume] [ON]/[OFF] It will perform optimization of imaging device and image...
Page 160: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu With this menu, you can use various playback functions such as cropping and other editing of recorded images, protect settings, etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there is free space before editing the picture.
Page 161 Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show Play/Pause Exit slide show Back to previous picture Ahead to next picture (while pausing/playing back (while pausing/playing back motion pictures) motion pictures) Reduce volume level Increase volume level • Normal playback resumes after the slide show finishes. Display at the right of the screen while playing back corresponds to 3/4/2/1 on the •...
Page 162: [Playback Mode]
Playback/Editing [Playback Mode] Playback in [Normal Play], [Picture Only], [Video Only], [3D Play], [Category Play] or [Favorite Play] can be selected. Select [Playback Mode] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch the group to play back. • Refer to P175 for the method to play back [3D Play] pictures in 3D. When [Category Play] is selected in above step Touch the category to play back.
Page 163: [Title Edit]
Playback/Editing [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P164). Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select an image to add text. •...
Page 164: [Text Stamp]
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select an image you wish to stamp with text. •...
Page 165 Playback/Editing Select the item to stamp. Item Description of settings [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [Shooting Date] [WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] Name registered in [Face Recog.] will be stamped. ([Face Recognition]) [Name] Name registered in [Profile Setup] will be...
Page 166: [Video Divide]
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Dividing a motion picture is permanent. Decide before you divide! Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu.
Page 167: [Resize]
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set].
Page 168: [Cropping]
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. Select the parts to be cropped. Touch [ ]: Enlarge Touch [...
Page 169: [Favorite]
Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite Play]) •...
Page 170: [Print Set]
DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [Single] or [Multi].
Page 171: [Protect]
Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select the picture. [Single] setting Select the picture and touch [Set/Cancel]. • Setting is canceled by touching [Set/Cancel] again. •...
Page 172: [Face Rec Edit]
Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. Select [Face Rec Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) Touch [REPLACE] or [DELETE]. Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. Touch the name of the person you wish to edit.
Page 173: Connecting To Other Equipment
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D picture The illustration is an image.
Page 174 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional), the following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation ¢1 •...
Page 175 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO] or [1080i]. (P71)
Page 176 If your television does not switch to a 3D picture, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.) • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P181, 185) - 176 -...
Page 177: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • Check the [HDMI Mode].
Page 178 • Proper playback (aspect ratio) will be dependent on the TV used for viewing. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. • For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Page 179: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)
VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
Page 180 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported on the TV.
Page 181: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc
If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected to any PC capable of recognizing a mass storage device.
Page 182 Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to the PC. • Read the “Basic Owner’s Manual” for more information about install. The software “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the CD-ROM (supplied) can be used to save all the still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera in their various formats to your computer.
Page 183 Connecting to other equipment Note • “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” is not compatible with Mac. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps.
Page 184 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely Select the [ ] icon in the task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject DMC-XXX] (XXX varies by model). • Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. •...
Page 185: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On A Recorder
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder If you insert card holding content recorded with this unit into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu-ray Disc or DVD etc. Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format.
Page 186: Printing The Pictures
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer.
Page 187 Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Print]. Touch [Print start]. • Refer to P188 for the items that can be set before starting to print the pictures. •...
Page 188 Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
Page 189 Connecting to other equipment ∫ [Paper Size] Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
Page 190: Optional Accessories
PC or printer and use without worrying about the capacity of the battery. To use the AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. •...
Page 191: Lcd Monitor Display
Others LCD Monitor Display ∫ In recording Recording in Program AE Mode [ ] (Initial setting) 6 7 8 9 -3 -3 -3 0 0 0 98 98 98 60 60 Recording Mode (P29) 15 Fn3 (Function button) (P104) ¢2 Photo Style (P139) 16 Number of recordable pictures...
Page 192 Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 28 29 31 32 12 12 48 47 28 Custom settings (P132) 49 Face Recognition (P134) 29 Creative control adjustment display 50 AF lock (P105) (P122) 51 Mic level display (P153) ¢ 6 30 Extended Tele Conversion (when (P145) recording motion pictures) (P76)
Page 193 Others ∫ In playback Playback Mode (P162) : Motion picture playback (P55) Protected picture (P171) Number of prints (P170) Picture size (P141) 1/98 1/98 1/98 : REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (P151)/Recording quality (P152) Quality (P142) Battery indication (P19) Picture number/Total pictures Motion picture recording time F3.5...
Page 194: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of 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.
Page 195 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or disconnect the power plug from the 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.
Page 196 Others About the LCD monitor • Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual at first.
Page 197 Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Page 198 Others About 3D ∫ About 3D recording With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance. • The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and therefore cause tiredness or discomfort. • When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) is used, the minimum focus distance is 0.6 m (1.97 feet).
Page 199 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. 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.
Page 200 About the picture 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. About tripods or unipods •...
Page 201: Message Display
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is protected] > Delete the picture after canceling the protect setting. (P171) [This picture cannot be deleted]/[Some pictures cannot be deleted] •...
Page 202 186) [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 or your nearest Service Center. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.
Page 203: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P203–212). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P73) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
Page 204 Others The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P83) • Is the AE Lock (P105) applied incorrectly? Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Cancel the settings of White Balance Bracket (P102). The subject is not focused properly.
Page 205 Others Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. This is not a malfunction. • When you see noticeable flicker or striping while recording a motion picture, you can reduce the flicker or striping by setting up [Flkr Decrease] (P153) and fixing the shutter speed.
Page 206 Others Motion pictures Recording motion pictures is not possible. • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning the power [ON] when using a large capacity card. Motion picture recording stops in the middle. • Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4”...
Page 207 • The Optical Image Stabilizer function of the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042, H-FS014042) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu (P74) cannot be set to [OFF]. It is recommended to update the firmware of the digital camera at the following website.
Page 208 Others LCD monitor The LCD monitor is too bright or dark. • Check [LCD Mode] setting. (P69) • Perform [LCD Display]. (P69) It may flicker for an instant or the brightness of the screen may change significantly for an instant. •...
Page 209 Others Playback The picture being played back is not rotated, or is rotated in an unexpected direction, when displayed. • You can display the pictures without being rotated when [Rotate Disp.] (P72) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [Rotate] function. (P168) The picture is not played back.
Page 210 Others [Thumbnail is displayed] appears on the screen. • Is it a picture that has been recorded with other equipment? In such cases, these pictures may be displayed with a deteriorated picture quality. Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black. •...
Page 211 The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) > Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html > A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not format.
Page 212 Others Others The camera makes a noise when turned [ON]. • This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function working (P195); it is not a malfunction. There is a sound from lens unit. • It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when the power is turned [ON] or [OFF], and it is not a malfunction.
Page 213 Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.

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