Page 1 Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-GM1 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message Display P312 Troubleshooting P325 Finding the information you need Contents Menu list P316...
Page 2: Finding The Information You Need
Finding the information you need In this “Operating Instructions for advanced features”, you can find the information you need from the following pages. By clicking a page number, you can jump to the linked page and quickly find the information. Search from Contents “...
Page 3: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual “ ” Click this icon to jump to Finding the information you need “ ” Click this icon to jump to Contents Click this icon to return to the previously displayed page. About the indication of the applicable mode Applicable modes: The icons indicate the modes available for a function.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Finding the information you need...............2 How to use this manual ..................3 1. Before Use Care of the camera .....................10 Standard Accessories ..................11 Names and Functions of Components .............12 About the Lens ....................18 2. Preparations before Recording Changing the Lens .....................20 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................22 Charging the Battery ..................24 •...
Page 5 • Playing Back Pictures ..................65 • Playing Back Motion Pictures ..............68 • Changing the information displayed on the playback screen.......69 Deleting Pictures ....................71 4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)..................73 • Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ........76 •...
Page 6 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Taking Pictures with Auto Focus ..............135 • About the focus mode (AFS/AFF/AFC)............136 • Type of the Auto Focus Mode ..............138 • Setting the desired focus method ..............144 Taking Pictures with Manual Focus..............147 • Making the desired changes to MF Assist settings........153 Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) ........155 Compensating the Exposure................157 Setting the Light Sensitivity ................158...
Page 7 • Correcting red eyes..................207 10. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Picture................208 • Setting the format, size and recording frame rate........211 • How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) ..213 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures ......214 Using the [Motion Picture] Menu ..............215 •...
Page 8 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Wi-Fi function ....................241 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function ............244 Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet............245 • Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App”........245 • Connecting to a smartphone/tablet ............246 • Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) ......247 •...
Page 9 14. Others Optional accessories ..................305 Monitor Display....................306 Message Display....................312 Menu list ......................316 • [Rec]......................316 • [Motion Picture] ..................319 • [Custom].....................320 • [Setup] .......................322 • [Playback] ....................324 Troubleshooting ....................325 Cautions for Use....................341...
Page 10: Before Use
1. Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you: –...
Page 11: Standard Accessories
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. • The card is optional. • Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032). • Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
Page 12: Names And Functions Of Components
1. Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Self-timer indicator (P174)/ AF Assist Lamp (P145) Sensor Flash (P200) Lens fitting mark (P21) Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button (P20) Flash open lever (P200) 10 11 • The flash opens, and recording with the flash becomes possible.
Page 13 (0.22 inch) or more may damage this unit if attached. 30 Card/Battery door (P29) 31 DC coupler cover 30 31 32 • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. (P305) 32 Release lever (P29)
Page 14 1. Before Use ∫ Lens H-FS12032 H-H020A Lens surface Tele Zoom ring (P193) Wide Contact point Lens fitting mark (P21) Focus ring (P148) • The interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) does not have a focus ring, but you can use manual focus by operating the camera. Refer to P147 for details.
Page 15 1. Before Use Touch screen (capacitive) Operate the touch screen directly with your finger. ∫ Touch To touch and release the touch screen. • When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to touch the centre of the desired icon. ∫...
Page 16 1. Before Use • Touch the panel with the clean and dry finger. • If you use a commercially available monitor protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some monitor protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) •...
Page 17 1. 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. • These operating instructions expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as 3/4/2/1. Even when the camera is operated using the touch screen, it is possible to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed.
Page 18: About The Lens
1. Before Use About the Lens ∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional).
Page 19 For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.
Page 20: Preparations Before Recording
2. Preparations before Recording 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. • When attaching or detaching the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032), retract the lens barrel.
Page 21 2. Preparations before Recording Attaching the lens • Remove the lens rear cap from the lens. • If the body cap is fitted to the camera, remove it. Align the lens fitting marks A and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Page 22: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
2. Preparations before Recording 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 23 2. Preparations before Recording • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. – Do not wrap the strap around your neck. – It may result in injury or accident. • Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it. –...
Page 24: 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 25 2. Preparations before Recording ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF).
Page 26: 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 monitor is on. • • When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
Page 27 2. Preparations before Recording ∫ Recording motion pictures [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/50i]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used Recordable time Approx. 80 min Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min When the interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used Recordable time Approx.
Page 28 2. Preparations before Recording ∫ Playback When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used Playback time Approx. 160 min When the interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used Playback time Approx. 150 min • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions.
Page 29: 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. 1: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. 2: Open the card/battery door. •...
Page 30 2. Preparations before Recording 1: Close the card/battery door. 2: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. • Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.) •...
Page 31: About The Card
(8 MB to 2 GB) • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDHC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (4 GB to 32 GB) • This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
Page 32: Formatting The Card (Initialisation)
Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic.
Page 33: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time
2. Preparations before Recording Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ Number of recordable pictures • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [A] [Picture Size] 2 GB 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB L (16M) 3640 7260 M (8M) 1650 6690 13000...
Page 34 2. Preparations before Recording • Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of recordable pictures and available recording time vary. • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds. •...
Page 35: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
2. Preparations before Recording Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the status indicator 1 lights up green. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET].
Page 36: Changing The Clock Setting
2. Preparations before Recording Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Setup] menu. (P37) • 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 37: Setting The Menu
2. Preparations before Recording Setting the Menu 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 menu items in two ways: with button operation, which involves pressing the cursor button and rotating the control dial, or with touch operation, which involves touching the screen.
Page 38 2. Preparations before Recording ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu. Press 2. Press 3/4 to select [ ] or another of the menu toggle icons. • The menu toggle icon can also be selected by rotating the control dial.
Page 39 2. Preparations before Recording • When [Menu Information] (P51) in the [Setup] menu is set to [ON], explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. • If you set [Menu Resume] (P51) in the [Setup] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item.
Page 40: Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)
2. Preparations before Recording Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in.
Page 41: Change The Quick Menu To Your Preferred Item
2. Preparations before Recording Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item When [Q.MENU] (P40) in the [Custom] menu is set to [CUSTOM], the Quick Menu can be changed as desired. Up to 15 items can be set to the Quick Menu. Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 42 2. Preparations before Recording [Motion Picture] menu [Custom] menu – – [Motion Pic. Set] [Silent Mode] (P184) – ([Rec Format] (P211)/[Rec Quality] [AFS/AFF] (P137) – (P211)) [Peaking] (P150) – – [Picture Mode] (P214) [Histogram] (P63) – [Guide Line] (P63) – [Rec Area] (P209) –...
Page 43: Assigning Frequently Used Functions To The Buttons (Function Buttons)
2. Preparations before Recording Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons and icons. Select the menu. [MENU] > [Custom] > [Fn Button Set] Press 3/4 to select the function button you want to assign a function to and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 44 2. Preparations before Recording • Some functions cannot be used depending on the mode or displayed screen. • When [Restore to Default] is set, function button settings return to the default configuration. Not available in these cases: • In the following case, [Fn1] does not work: –...
Page 45: Configuring Basic Settings Of This Unit (Setup Menu)
2. Preparations before Recording Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. [Clock Set] and [Economy] are important items. Check their settings before using them. — [Clock Set] •...
Page 46 2. Preparations before Recording 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] (P228).
Page 47 2. Preparations before Recording This allows you to set the volume for electronic sound and the electronic shutter sound. [Beep Volume]: [Shutter Vol.]: [u] (High) ] (High) [Beep] [t] (Low) ] (Low) [s] (OFF) ] (OFF) [Shutter Tone]: • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON], [Beep Volume] and [Shutter Vol.] is set to [OFF]. Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels.
Page 48 2. Preparations before Recording Sets the monitor brightness according to the ambient light level. „ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. … [MODE1]: [Monitor Luminance] Make the monitor brighter. … [MODE2]: Set the monitor to the standard brightness.
Page 49 2. Preparations before Recording The unit can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [10MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[1MIN.]/[OFF] [Auto Monitor Off]: [Economy] The monitor is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
Page 50 2. Preparations before Recording This sets how the unit connects to a television etc. [Video Out]: Set to match the colour television system in each country. [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. •...
Page 51 2. Preparations before Recording Settings that allow this unit to be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA equipment by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI micro cable. [ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA Link compatible equipment is enabled.
Page 52 2. Preparations before Recording Set the language displayed on the screen. [Language] • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. — [Version Disp.] • This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked. •...
Page 53 2. Preparations before Recording Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings. [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] (Excluding [LUMIX CLUB] (P271)) • Always reset the camera when disposing or selling it to prevent personal information saved within the camera from being misused. •...
Page 54: Entering Text
2. Preparations before Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the locations when recording. When a screen that looks like the one on the right is displayed, you can enter characters. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register.
Page 55: Basic Operation
3. Basic Operation 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 56: Detects Orientation Of Camera (Direction Detection Function)
3. Basic Operation Detects orientation of camera (Direction Detection Function) This function detects the vertical orientation when you record with the camera vertically orientated. When you play back the recording, the recording is automatically displayed in vertical orientation. (Only available when [Rotate Disp.] (P235) is set to [ON].) •...
Page 57: Taking A Still Picture
3. Basic Operation Taking a Still picture ] (single) by pressing 4( • Set the drive mode to [ Select the Recording Mode. (P61) Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) •...
Page 58 3. Basic Operation • If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust the focus. • The focus range is different depending on the lens used. 0.2 m (0.66 feet) to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line) (focal length 12 mm to 20 mm) When the interchangeable lens...
Page 59: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Shutter Function
3. Basic Operation Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject you want as your point of focus, the camera 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 60: Recording Motion Picture
3. Basic Operation Recording Motion Picture This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time •...
Page 61: Selecting The Recording Mode
3. Basic Operation Selecting the Recording Mode Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically (P73) selected by the camera. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Allows you to adjust the brightness and colour hue when (P81)
Page 62: Switching The Information Displayed On The Recording Screen
3. Basic Operation Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Press [DISP.] to change. • Screen will switch as follows: Without With information With Without information (tilt sensor ¢ information information (tilt sensor ¢ display) display) 50 i 50 i 98 98 98 98 98 98 ¢...
Page 63 3. Basic Operation Displaying/not displaying the histogram [MENU] > [Custom] > [Histogram] > [ON]/[OFF] You can set the position by pressing 3/4/2/1. • Direct touch operation is also possible from the recording screen. • A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
Page 64 3. Basic Operation ∫ About the tilt sensor display With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc. Press [DISP.] to display the tilt sensor. Check the tilt of the camera.   A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical direction:...
Page 65: Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures
3. Basic Operation Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2/1. 1/98 1/98 1/98 1/98 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the •...
Page 66 3. Basic Operation Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the control dial to the right. 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X • If the control dial is rotated to the left after the image is enlarged, the magnification will be reduced. • You can also enlarge/reduce the image by pinching out/pinching (P15) on the part you want to enlarge/reduce.
Page 67 3. Basic Operation Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Rotate the control dial to the left to display the calendar screen. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. Press [MENU/SET] to display the images that are recorded in selected date.
Page 68: Playing Back Motion Pictures
3. Basic Operation Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon Press 3 to play back. A Motion picture recording time •...
Page 69: Changing The Information Displayed On The Playback Screen
3. Basic Operation Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen. • Screen will switch as follows: Without Detailed With Histogram information information ¢1 ¢2 information display (Highlight ¢2 display ¢1, 2, 3, 4 display) F3.5 1/98...
Page 70 3. Basic Operation Displaying/not displaying white saturated areas [MENU] > [Custom] > [Highlight] > [ON]/[OFF] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. This does not affect the recorded image. •...
Page 71: Deleting Pictures
3. Basic Operation Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ ].
Page 72 3. Basic Operation ¢ To delete multiple pictures (up to 100 ) or all the pictures ¢ Picture groups are treated as a single picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group will be deleted.) In Playback Mode, press [ ]. Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 73: Recording Modes
4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them.
Page 74 4. Recording Modes ∫ Functions that work automatically • The following functions are performed automatically to allow the camera to make the optimal settings. – Scene Detection – Backlight Compensation – Face Detection – Auto White Balance – Intelligent ISO sensitivity control –...
Page 75 4. Recording Modes When recording motion pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Low Light] [i-Macro] • Due to conditions such as the ones below, a different scene may be identified for the same subject. – Subject conditions: When the face is bright or dark, the size, colour and shape of the subject, the distance to the subject, the contrast of the subject, when the subject is moving –...
Page 76: Recording Night Scenes ([Ihandheld Night Shot])
4. Recording Modes Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) Recording Mode: When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON] and [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the night scenery will be taken at a high burst speed and composed into a single picture.
Page 77: Combining Pictures Into A Single Picture With Rich Gradation ([Ihdr])
4. Recording Modes Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording Mode: When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation.
Page 78: Taking A Picture With A Blurred Background (Defocus Control)
4. Recording Modes Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) Recording Mode: You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Press to display the setting screen. Each time 3 is pressed in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode, the camera switches between •...
Page 79: Recording Images By Changing The Brightness Or Colour Tone
4. Recording Modes Recording images by changing the brightness or colour tone Recording Mode: This mode enables you to change the brightness and colour tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera. Setting brightness Press to display the setting screen. Each press of 3 switches among brightness setting, Defocus Control •...
Page 80 4. Recording Modes Setting colour Press 1 to display the setting screen. Rotate the control dial to adjust colour. • This will adjust the colour of the image from a reddish colour to a bluish colour. • Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen. B B B ∫...
Page 81: About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode And Intelligent Auto Mode
4. Recording Modes About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode ∫ Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2. Press 3/4 to select the [ ] or [ ] tab. Press 2/1 to select [ ] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 82 4. Recording Modes ∫ Menus that can be set Only the following menus can be set. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Menu Item [Photo Style]/[Aspect Ratio]/[Picture Size]/[Quality]/[Burst Rate]/[Auto Bracket]/[Self Timer]/[iHandheld Night Shot]/[iHDR]/[Time Lapse Shot]/[Stop [Rec] Motion Animation]/[Shutter Type]/[Ex. Tele Conv.]/[Color Space]/[Stabilizer]/ [Face Recog.]/[Profile Setup] [Motion [Photo Style]/[Rec Format]/[Rec Quality]/[Continuous AF]/[Ex.
Page 83: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Programme Ae Mode)
4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) Recording 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 84 4. Recording Modes Displaying/not displaying the exposure meter [MENU] > [Custom] > [Expo.Meter] > [ON]/[OFF] B Exposure meter • Set to [ON] to display the Exposure meter when correcting exposure, performing Programme Shift, setting aperture, and 98 98 98 4.0 60 4.0 60 setting shutter speed.
Page 85 4. Recording Modes Programme Shift In Programme AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Programme 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 Programme AE Mode.
Page 86: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed
4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P90) •...
Page 87: Shutter-Priority Ae Mode
4. Recording Modes Shutter-Priority AE Mode 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 the mode dial to [ Rotate the control dial to set the shutter speed.
Page 88: Manual Exposure Mode
4. Recording Modes 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 the mode dial to [ Rotate the control dial to set the aperture value and shutter speed.
Page 89 4. Recording Modes Manual Exposure Assistance 0 0 0 The exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. 0 0 0 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 90: Confirm The Effects Of Aperture And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)
4. Recording Modes 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 91 4. Recording Modes Depth of field properties Aperture value Small Large ¢1 Focus length of the lens Tele Wide Distance to the subject Near Distant ¢2 ¢3 Depth of field (effective focus range) Shallow (Narrow) Deep (Wide) ¢1 Recording conditions ¢2 Example: When you want to take a picture with a blurred background etc.
Page 92: Easily Set Aperture/Shutter Speed For Suitable Exposure (One Push Ae)
4. Recording Modes 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 93: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Guide Mode)
4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode: If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, colour, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
Page 94 4. Recording Modes Displaying/not displaying the selection screen when the mode dial is switched to [MENU] > [Custom] > [Menu Guide] [ON]: Displays the selection screen for the Scene Guide or the Creative Control Mode. [OFF]: Displays the recording screen of the currently selected mode of the Scene Guide or the Creative Control Mode.
Page 95 4. Recording Modes For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P93. [Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a clear portrait. Tips • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject.
Page 96 4. Recording Modes [Relaxing Tone] The warm colour tone creates an image with a relaxing mood. [Sweet Child's Face] Moderate background defocusing and skin tone highlighted draws attention to the child’s face. Touch the face. • A still picture is recorded with the focus and exposure set for the touched location.
Page 97 4. Recording Modes [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. [Vivid Sunset Glow] Red is enhanced to create a vivid image of the sunset.
Page 98 4. Recording Modes [Glistening Water] The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and slightly bluish. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. •...
Page 99 4. Recording Modes [Warm Glowing Nightscape] The warm colour tone creates a warm image of the nightscape. Tips • 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 100 4. Recording Modes [Handheld Night Shot] Capture multiple images and combine the data to minimise blur and noise for hand-held shooting with night scenery. Tips • Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. •...
Page 101 4. Recording Modes [Soft Image of a Flower] The soft focus creates a diffused image. Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it. •...
Page 102 4. Recording Modes [Cute Dessert] The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the cuteness of the dessert. Tips • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject.
Page 103 4. Recording Modes [Clear Sports Shot] The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at sporting events. [Monochrome] A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment.
Page 104: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)
4. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording 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 the mode dial to [ Press 3/4 to select the image effects (filters).
Page 105 4. Recording Modes • To change the Creative Control Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, select [Filter Switch], and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step on P104. • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO]. •...
Page 106 4. Recording Modes Setting brightness Press to display the setting screen. Each press of 3 switches among brightness setting, • Defocus Control and end operation. Rotate the control dial to set. ∫ Change the settings by using the touch panel - 5 - 5 - 4 - 4 - 3 - 3 - 2 - 2 - 1 - 1 0 0 +1 +1 +2 +2 +3 +3 +4 +4 +5 +5 1 Touch [...
Page 107 4. Recording Modes For details on “Creative Control Mode” settings, refer to P104. [Expressive] This effect emphasises the colour to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colours Pop colours [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Colour Yellow emphasised...
Page 108 4. Recording Modes [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image. Items that can be set Aquamarine Colour Pink emphasised emphasised [Low Key] This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts.
Page 109 4. Recording Modes [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 [Rough Monochrome] This effect creates a black and white picture with granular noise. Items that can be set Grittiness Less gritty...
Page 110 4. Recording Modes [Impressive Art] This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look. Items that can be set Freshness Black and white Pop colours [High Dynamic] This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright parts. Items that can be set Freshness Black and white Pop colours...
Page 111 4. Recording Modes [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera. Items that can be set Orange Colour Blue emphasised emphasised [Toy Pop] This effect creates a vivid and bright image with the look of a toy camera.
Page 112 4. Recording Modes [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colours Pop colours ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-focus portions.
Page 113 4. Recording Modes [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 • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
Page 114 4. Recording Modes [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected colour to emphasise impressiveness. Items that can be set Amount of colour Small amount of Large amount of left colour colour ∫ Set the colour to leave in Set the colour to leave in by selecting a location on the screen. Press [Fn1] to display the setting screen.
Page 115 4. Recording Modes [Sunshine] This effect adds a cast of light to the scene. Items that can be set Colour Yellow tone/Red tone/Blue tone/White tone • Select the colour tone by rotating the control dial, and then press [MENU/ SET]. ∫...
Page 116: Recording Motion Pictures With Manually Set Aperture Value/Shutter Speed (Creative Video Mode)
4. Recording Modes Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode) Recording Mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Set the mode dial to [ Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] >...
Page 117: Minimising Operational Sounds During Motion Picture Recording
4. Recording Modes Minimising operational sounds during motion picture recording The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. Using touch icons allows silent operation while recording motion pictures. Select the menu.
Page 118: Registering Your Preferred Settings (Custom Mode)
4. Recording Modes Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode) Recording Mode: 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 Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) To allow recording using the same settings, up to 4 sets of current camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.].
Page 119: Recording Using Registered Custom Set
4. Recording Modes Recording using registered custom set You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set the mode dial to [ • The custom set registered for [ ] is called up. Set the mode dial to [ •...
Page 120: Picture Quality And Colour Tone Settings
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style]) Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as colour or picture quality of the effect to your desire.
Page 121 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings ∫ Adjusting the picture quality • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust.
Page 122 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings ∫ Registering settings to [Custom] Adjust the picture quality following step of “Adjusting the picture quality”, and then press [DISP.]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Page 123: Adjusting The White Balance
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Page 124 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture etc., the appropriate White Balance will vary depending on the lighting type, so use [AWB] or [ ], [ • The White Balance is only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera’s flash. (P201) •...
Page 125 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Press 1 ( ] and then press 3. Rotate the control dial to select [ ] or [ Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc.
Page 126 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings 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 press 4. Press 3/4/2/1 to fine-adjust the White Balance. G G G G G G A (AMBER: ORANGE) B (BLUE: BLUISH)
Page 127 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colours are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. Fine-adjust the White Balance in step of “Finely G G G G G G...
Page 128: Setting The Picture Quality And Size
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Setting the Picture Quality and Size Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. [MENU] > [Rec] >...
Page 129: Setting The Compression Rate Of Pictures ([Quality])
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. [MENU] > [Rec] > [Quality] Settings File format Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image.
Page 130: Using Image Correction Functions
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Using Image Correction Functions Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure are compensated when the brightness difference between the background and subject is great, etc. [MENU] > [Rec] > [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO]/[HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] •...
Page 131: Combining Pictures With Different Exposures ([Hdr])
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Combining pictures with different exposures ([HDR]) Applicable modes: You can combine 3 pictures with different levels of exposure into a single picture with rich gradation. You can minimise the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large.
Page 132 5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings • Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • You cannot take the next picture until the combination of pictures is complete. • A moving subject may be recorded with unnatural blurs. •...
Page 133: Reducing The Long Shutter Noise ([Long Shtr Nr])
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Reducing the long shutter noise ([Long Shtr NR]) Applicable modes: The camera automatically removes noise that appears when the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures of night scenery etc. so you can take beautiful pictures. [MENU] >...
Page 134: Setting The Colour Space ([Color Space])
5. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings Setting the colour space ([Color Space]) Applicable modes: Set this when you want to correct the colour reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. [MENU] > [Rec] > [Color Space] Colour space is set to sRGB colour space.
Page 135: Focus And Brightness (Exposure) Settings
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Taking Pictures with Auto Focus Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Set the focus mode lever to [AFS] or [AFC] (P136). Press 2 ( Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 136: About The Focus Mode (Afs/Aff/Afc)
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings About the focus mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) Applicable modes: The method for achieving focus when the shutter button is pressed halfway is set. The movement of the Focus subject and the scene Description of settings mode (recommended) “AFS”...
Page 137 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Changing the focus mode assigned to [AFS] of the focus mode lever [MENU] > [Custom] > [AFS/AFF] [AFS]: Assigns [AFS]. [AFF]: Assigns [AFF]. When recording using [AFF], [AFC] • It may take time to focus on the subject when you operate the zoom from Wide to Tele or suddenly change the subject from a distant one to a nearby one.
Page 138: Type Of The Auto Focus Mode
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Type of the Auto Focus Mode About [ ] ([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.
Page 139 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings 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 buttons Place the subject in the AF tracking frame, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject.
Page 140 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings About [ ] ([23-Area]) Up to 23 AF areas can be focused. This is effective when a subject is not in the centre of the screen. • The 23 AF areas can be divided into 9 areas and the area to be focused can be set. (P141) About [ ] ([1-Area])
Page 141 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area • Perform the operation after cancelling the touch shutter function. • When setting with touch operation, set [Touch AF] in [Touch Settings] of the [Custom] menu to [AF].
Page 142 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings 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. ] and press 4. Select [ Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 143 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the duration for which the screen is enlarged [MENU] > [Custom] > [Pinpoint AF Time] > [LONG] (Approx. 1.5 seconds)/[MID] (Approx. 1.0 second)/[SHORT] (Approx. 0.5 second) • The spot metering target can also be moved to match the AF area when the [Metering Mode] (P161) is set to [ At the edge of the screen, the metering may be affected by the brightness around the AF area.
Page 144: Setting The Desired Focus Method
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the desired focus method Using the [Custom] menu, you can set the focus method in detail. Releasing/not releasing the shutter by pressing the shutter button halfway [MENU] > [Custom] > [Half Press Release] > [ON]/[OFF] Focusing/Not focusing in advance [MENU] >...
Page 145 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Turning on/not turning on the AF Assist Lamp [MENU] > [Custom] > [AF Assist Lamp] > [ON]/[OFF] AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (Larger AF area is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) •...
Page 146 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Recording/not recording even when focus is not achieved [MENU] > [Custom] > [Focus/Release Priority] [FOCUS]: You cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus. [RELEASE]: 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 147: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. The operations to focus manually differ depending on the lens used.
Page 148 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When using an interchangeable lens (H-H020A) with a focus ring Set the focus mode lever to [MF]. Rotate the focus ring to focus. Rotate to A side: Focuses on nearby subject Rotate to B side: Focuses on faraway subject E MF Assist (enlarged screen) F MF Guide...
Page 149 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Displaying/not displaying the MF Guide [MENU] > [Custom] > [MF Guide] > [ON]/[OFF] A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) When [MF Guide] on the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and you focus manually, the MF guide is displayed on the screen. You can check whether the point of focus is to the near side or the far side.
Page 150 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Highlighting/not highlighting in-focus portions [MENU] > [Custom]>[Peaking] In-focus portions are highlighted with colour. [ON] In-focus portions are not highlighted. [OFF] The detection level for in-focus portions is set. When [HIGH] is set, portions to be highlighted are reduced, allowing you to achieve a more precise focus.
Page 151 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Technique for Manual Focus 1 Press the cursor button or rotate the focus ring to focus. 2 Press the cursor button a few more times or rotate the focus ring further in the same direction.
Page 152 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings ∫ About the focus distance reference mark The focus distance reference mark is a mark used to measure the focus distance. Use this when taking pictures with Manual Focus or taking close-up pictures. Focus range A Focus distance reference mark B Focus distance reference line C 0.2 m (0.66 feet) (focal length 12 mm to 20 mm)
Page 153: Making The Desired Changes To Mf Assist Settings
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Making the desired changes to MF Assist settings Using the [Custom] menu, you can make advanced MF Assist settings. Setting the display method of the MF Assist (enlarged screen) [MENU] > [Custom] > [MF Assist] •...
Page 154 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the initial magnification level of MF Assist [MENU] > [Custom] > [Lens w/o Focus Ring] > [MF Magnification Level] An initial MF Assist magnification level between 3 and 10 times can be set. •...
Page 155: Fixing The Focus And The Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings 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 a function button to [AF/AE LOCK].
Page 156 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings • AF Lock only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • Only the AF lock is active during motion picture recording. Once you cancel the AF lock during the recording, the AF lock cannot be reactivated.
Page 157: Compensating The Exposure
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Press 3 (È) to switch to Exposure Compensation operation. •...
Page 158: Setting The Light Sensitivity
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the Light 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. Select the menu.
Page 159: Setting The Upper Limit On Iso Sensitivity
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Characteristics of the ISO sensitivity 25600 Recording location When it is light (outdoors) When it is dark (recommended) Shutter speed Slow Fast Noise Less Increased Jitter of the subject Increased Less • For the focus range of flash when [AUTO] is set, refer to P201. •...
Page 160: Setting The Step Increment Of Iso Sensitivity
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the step increment of ISO sensitivity Applicable modes: You can adjust the ISO sensitivity settings for every 1/3 EV. [MENU] > [Rec] > [ISO Increments] ¢ ¢ [L.125] /[L.160] /[200]/[250]/[320]/[400]/[500]/[640]/[800]/[1000]/[1250]/[1600]/ [1/3 EV] [2000]/[2500]/[3200]/[4000]/[5000]/[6400]/[8000]/[10000]/[12800]/[16000]/ [20000]/[25600] ¢...
Page 161: Selecting The Method For Measuring Brightness ([Metering Mode])
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Selecting the Method for Measuring Brightness ([Metering Mode]) Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. [MENU] > [Rec] > [Metering Mode] This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen (Multiple) automatically.
Page 162: Easily Optimising The Brightness For A Specified Area (Touch Ae)
6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Easily Optimising the Brightness for a Specified Area (Touch AE) Applicable modes: You can easily optimise the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. You can optimise just the brightness for a touched position or by optimising the brightness when using Touch AF, you can optimise both the focus and brightness for the touched position.
Page 163 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Optimising the focus and brightness for a touched position Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Custom] > [Touch Settings] Select [Touch AF] and then touch [AF+AE]. Touch the subject you want to optimise the brightness for.
Page 164 6. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings • When recording with the Touch Shutter, the focus and brightness are optimised for the touched position before recording takes place. • At the edge of the screen, the metering may be affected by the brightness around the touched location.
Page 165: Shutter And Drive Settings
7. Shutter and Drive Settings Setting the Shutter Type Applicable modes: You can take pictures using either of the two shutter methods: the Electronic Front Curtain method or the electronic shutter method. Electronic Front Curtain Electronic Shutter The camera starts an exposure The camera starts and ends an Description electronically, and ends it with the...
Page 166 7. Shutter and Drive Settings • When [ ] is displayed on the screen, pictures will be taken with the electronic shutter. • When [Burst Rate] is set to [SH], pictures will be taken with the electronic shutter. • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON], pictures will be taken with the electronic shutter. •...
Page 167: Select A Drive Mode
7. Shutter and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Press 4 ( Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then press [MENU/SET]. A Drive mode 1 2 3 4 31/3 When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is...
Page 168: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
7. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • Pictures taken with a burst speed of [SH] will be recorded as a single burst group (P218). Press 4 ( Press 2/1 to select the burst icon ([ 31/3...
Page 169 7. Shutter and Drive Settings • The burst speed may become slower depending on the following settings. – [Picture Size] (P128) – [Quality] (P129) – [Sensitivity] (P158) – Focus mode (P136) – [Focus/Release Priority] (P146) • Burst speed can also be set with [Burst Rate] in the [Rec] menu. •...
Page 170 7. Shutter and Drive Settings • When a high ambient temperature, continuous recording in Burst Mode or other conditions are causing the camera to overheat, [ ] flashes. If a message is displayed after [ ] flashes, the camera will turn off automatically to protect itself. When this happens, some functions will be disabled until the camera cools down.
Page 171: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
7. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: Maximum of 7 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...
Page 172 7. Shutter and Drive Settings ∫ Cancelling the Auto Bracket Select [ ] ([Single]) or [ ] from among the drive modes. (P167) ∫ Changing the settings for [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] and [Sequence] in Auto Bracket Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] >...
Page 173 7. Shutter and Drive Settings • When taking pictures using Auto Bracket after setting the Exposure Compensation value, the pictures taken are based on the selected Exposure Compensation value. Not available in these cases: • Auto Bracket is disabled in the following cases. –...
Page 174: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
7. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: Press 4 ( Press 2/1 to select the self-timer icon 31/3 ], etc.), and then press 3. Press 2/1 to select the time setting for the self-timer, and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed.
Page 175 7. Shutter and Drive Settings Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. • Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • After the self-timer indicator flashes, recording starts. ∫...
Page 176: Functions Customised For Various Subjects And Purposes
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) Applicable modes: You can set the recording start time, the recording interval and the number of pictures, and automatically record subjects such as animals and plants as time elapses. Pictures are recorded as a single Picture Group (P218).
Page 177 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Press 3/4 to select [Start] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press the shutter button fully. • The recording starts automatically. • During recording standby, the power will turn off automatically if no operation is performed for a certain period.
Page 178: Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation])
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) Applicable modes: A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. • Set the date and time settings in advance. (P35) • Pictures taken with [Stop Motion Animation] are displayed as a set of group pictures. (P218) Before creating a motion picture with [Stop Motion Animation] With [Stop Motion Animation], you can make a motion picture in which objects appear to...
Page 179 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Press 3/4 to select the recording method, and then press [MENU/SET]. [ON] Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. [Auto When the shutter button is pressed fully, recording starts. Shooting] [OFF] This is for taking pictures manually, frame by frame.
Page 180 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Touch [ ] to end the recording. • It can also be ended by selecting [Stop Motion Animation] from the [Rec] menu and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on the confirmation screen.
Page 181 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes ∫ Adding pictures to the Stop Motion Animation group Selecting [Additional] in step will display group pictures recorded with [Stop Motion Animation]. Select a set of group pictures, press [MENU/SET], and then select [Yes] on the confirmation screen.
Page 182: Making Multiple Exposures On One Picture ([Multi Exp.])
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) Applicable modes: Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent per a single image) Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Rec] > [Multi Exp.] Press 3/4 to select [Start] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 183 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes ∫ About Automatic Gain Control setting Select [Auto Gain] on the screen shown in step and set it. • [ON]: The brightness level is adjusted according to the number of pictures taken and the pictures are superimposed over each other.
Page 184: Disabling Operational Sounds And The Output Of Light At Once ([Silent Mode])
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode]) Applicable modes: This function is useful for recording images in a quiet environment, public facility, etc. or recording images of subjects such as babies or animals. Select the menu.
Page 185: Taking Clear Pictures By Registering Faces ([Face Recog.])
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Taking Clear Pictures by Registering Faces ([Face Recog.]) Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritises 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.
Page 186 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes • [Face Recog.] only works when the AF Mode is set to [š]. • During the Burst Mode, [Face Recog.] picture information can be attached to only the first picture. • When group pictures are played back, the name of the first picture of the set is displayed. •...
Page 187 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images (Good example for • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the registering) outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered...
Page 188 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. [Name] •...
Page 189 8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes 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. Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 190: Recording Profiles Of Babies And Pets On Images
8. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images 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] (P228).
Page 191: Stabiliser, Zoom And Flash
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Optical Image Stabiliser Applicable modes: The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically corrects it, so you can record images with reduced jitter. A lens which supports the stabiliser function is required. • The interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) supports the Optical Image Stabiliser function. •...
Page 192 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [Stabilizer], a tripod or the self-timer (P174). • 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.
Page 193: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Zoom Applicable modes: You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele). Zoom ring of an Cursor buttons of this ¢1, 2 interchangeable lens unit...
Page 194: Raising The Telescopic Effect
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Raising the telescopic effect [Ex. Tele Conv.] Applicable modes: The Extra Tele Conversion enables you to take pictures that are further enlarged without deteriorating the picture quality. 1.4k: [ M] ([4:3]/[3:2]/[16:9]/ [1:1]) When taking pictures [Ex.
Page 195 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Zooming in with the Extra Tele Conversion in steps [MENU] > [Rec] > [Ex. Tele Conv.] > [ZOOM] • This can be used only when recording pictures. EX1.0x EX2.0x The operation can be performed by using 3/4/2/1. •...
Page 196 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Simply zooming in with the Extra Tele Conversion [MENU] > [Rec] > [Ex. Tele Conv.] > [TELE CONV.] [MENU] > [Motion Picture] > [Ex. Tele Conv.] > [ON] [OFF] • When the Extra Tele Conversion is used, angle of view for still pictures will be different from the angle of view for motion pictures because the zoom factor is different between them.
Page 197 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash [Digital Zoom] Applicable modes: Although the image quality deteriorates every time you zoom in further, you can zoom in up to four times the original zoom magnification. (Continuous zooming is not possible.) [MENU] > [Rec] > [Digital Zoom] > [4t]/[2t] •...
Page 198 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Changing the settings for a power zoom lens Applicable modes: Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). This may only be selected when using a lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom).
Page 199: Zooming Using Touch Operations
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Zooming using touch operations You can perform zoom operations by touching. (Touch zoom) (Optical Zoom and Extra Tele Conversion for still picture recording are operable) • If you are using an interchangeable lens not supporting power zoom (H-FS12032/H-H020A), you can only operate the Extra Tele Conversion for pictures by setting [Ex.
Page 200: Taking Pictures By Using The Flash
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures by using the flash Applicable modes: ∫ Open/Close the built-in flash Taking a picture using the flash becomes possible by opening the built-in flash. A To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks.
Page 201 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash ∫ The available flash range (approximation) When you use certain lenses, light from the flash may be blocked or fail to cover the lens field of view, causing dark areas to appear in the resulting pictures. The distance at which light from the flash is blocked by lens, and the distance to which light from the flash is delivered vary depending on the lens used.
Page 202 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash • Do not bring the flash too close to objects or close the flash while it is activated. The objects may be discoloured by its heat or lighting. • Do not close the flash soon after the flash is activated prior to taking pictures due to Forced ON/ Red-Eye Reduction etc.
Page 203: Changing Flash Mode
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Changing Flash Mode Applicable modes: Set the built-in flash to match the recording. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Rec] > [Flash] Press 3/4 to select [Flash Mode] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording ([Forced Flash On]) ‰...
Page 204 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash ∫ 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 205 9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash ‰ Œ ± ¥ ± [Clear Portrait] — — ± ¥ ± [Silky Skin] — — ¥ [Backlit Softness] — — — — ¥ [Relaxing Tone] — — — — ± ¥ ± [Sweet Child's Face] —...
Page 206: Setting To The 2Nd Curtain Synchro
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro Applicable modes: 2nd curtain synchro activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] >...
Page 207: Adjust The Flash Output
9. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Rec] > [Flash] Press 3/4 to select [Flash Adjust.] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 208: 10. Recording Motion Pictures
10. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. 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 209 10. Recording Motion Pictures Enabling/disabling the motion picture button [MENU] > [Custom] > [Video Button] > [ON]/[OFF] • This function is for preventing accidental operation of the button. Switching between the angle of view for taking pictures and the one for recording motion pictures [MENU] >...
Page 210 10. Recording Motion Pictures • When a high ambient temperature, continuous motion picture recording or other conditions are causing the camera to overheat, [ ] flashes. If a message is displayed after [ ] flashes, the camera will turn off automatically to protect itself. When this happens, some functions will be disabled until the camera cools down.
Page 211: Setting The Format, Size And Recording Frame Rate
10. Recording Motion Pictures Setting the format, size and recording frame rate Applicable modes: Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Motion Picture] > [Rec Format] Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Format This data format is suitable for when playing back on a high-definition [AVCHD] TV, etc.
Page 212 10. Recording Motion Pictures When [AVCHD] is selected Recording frame Item Size Sensor output Bit rate rate 1920k1080 17 Mbps [FHD/50i] 50 frames/second 1920k1080 24 Mbps [FHD/25p] 25 frames/second [FHD/24p] 1920k1080 24 frames/second 24 Mbps [HD/50p] 1280k720 17 Mbps 50 frames/second When [MP4] is selected Recording frame Item...
Page 213: How To Set Focus When Recording A Motion Picture ([Continuous Af])
10. Recording Motion Pictures How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) Applicable modes: Focusing changes depending on the Focus Mode setting (P136) and the [Continuous AF] setting in the [Motion Picture] menu. [Continuous Focus mode Description of settings The camera automatically keeps focusing on subjects [ON] during recording.
Page 214: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures
10. Recording Motion Pictures Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Applicable modes: 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. •...
Page 215: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu
10. Recording Motion Pictures Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P37. • [Photo Style], [Sensitivity], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] 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 216: [Ex. Tele Conv.]
10. Recording Motion Pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] • Refer to P194 for details. [Flkr Decrease] Applicable modes: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. Settings: [1/50]/[1/60]/[1/100]/[1/120]/[OFF] [Silent Operation] • Refer to P117 for details.
Page 217: [Wind Cut]
10. Recording Motion Pictures [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: Reduces the wind noise effectively if there is wind noise when recording sound. Settings: [AUTO]/[HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] • Setting [Wind Cut] may alter the usual sound quality. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following case: –...
Page 218: 11. Playing Back And Editing Images
11. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Group Pictures A picture group consists of multiple pictures. You can play back pictures in a group either continuously or one by one. • You can edit or delete all pictures in a group at once. (For example, if you delete a picture group, all pictures in the group are deleted.) 1/98 1/98...
Page 219 11. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing back each Group Pictures Select a picture with the group display icon ([ ]), and then press 4. 1/98 1/98 1/98 1/98 ], [ • The same operation can be performed by touching the group display icon ([ ], [ ], [...
Page 220: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
11. Playing Back and Editing Images Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • The same operation can be performed by touching •...
Page 221: Using The [Playback] Menu
11. Playing Back and Editing Images 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 [Clear Retouch], [Text Stamp], [Time Lapse Video], [Stop Motion Video], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created.
Page 222 11. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Operations during a slideshow Button Touch Description of Button Touch Description of operation operation operation operation operation operation Play/Pause Exit slide show Back to previous Ahead to next picture picture Increase volume Reduce volume level level •...
Page 223: [Playback Mode]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Playback Mode] Playback in [Normal Play], [Picture Only], [Video Only], [3D Play], [Category Play] or [Favorite Play] can be selected. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Playback Mode] Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 224: [Location Logging]
Preparation: Sending location information to the camera from the smartphone/tablet. • You need to install “Panasonic Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. (P245) • Read the [Help] in the “Image App” menu for further details on how to operate.
Page 225: [Clear Retouch]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Clear Retouch] You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures taken. • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables the touch operation. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] >...
Page 226 11. Playing Back and Editing Images • Pictures may appear unnatural because the background of deleted parts is artificially created. • For group pictures, perform [Clear Retouch] on each picture. (They cannot be edited at once.) • When [Clear Retouch] is performed on group pictures, they are saved as new pictures separate from the original ones.
Page 227: [Title Edit]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P228). Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Title Edit] > [Single]/[Multi] Select the picture.
Page 228: [Text Stamp]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Text Stamp] > [Single]/[Multi] Select the picture. • [‘] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text.
Page 229 11. Playing Back and Editing Images Press 3/4 to select text stamp items, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [Shooting Date] [WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] ([Face Recognition]):...
Page 230: [Video Divide]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [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 the menu.
Page 231: [Time Lapse Video]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Time Lapse Video] This function allows you to create a motion picture from a picture group recorded with [Time Lapse Shot]. The created motion picture is saved in MP4 recording format. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] >...
Page 232: [Stop Motion Video]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Stop Motion Video] A Motion picture is created from group pictures taken with [Stop Motion Animation]. Created motion pictures are saved in MP4 recording format. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Stop Motion Video] Select the Stop Motion Animation group with 2/1, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 233: [Resize]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Resize] > [Single]/[Multi] Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 234: [Cropping]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Cropping] Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the control dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Control dial (right): Enlargement Control dial (left): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move...
Page 235: [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [OFF]. Select the menu.
Page 236: [Favorite]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favourites. • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. •...
Page 237: [Print Set]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Print Set] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store.
Page 238 11. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Cancelling all the [Print Set] settings Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Print Set] > [Cancel] • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫...
Page 239: [Protect]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Protect] > [Single]/[Multi] Select the picture. [Single] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 240: [Face Rec Edit]
11. Playing Back and Editing Images [Face Rec Edit] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Playback] > [Face Rec Edit] > [REPLACE]/[DELETE] Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 241: 12. Using The Wi-Fi Function
Use of the Wi-Fi function of this camera is presumed to be in countries where this camera is sold There is the risk that the camera violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫...
Page 242 12. Using the Wi-Fi function ∫ About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: The Wi-Fi connection is on standby Blinking blue: Sending/receiving data through the Wi-Fi connection ∫ About the [Wi-Fi] button At the time of purchase, [Wi-Fi] is set to [Fn1]. In the chapter for “Using the Wi-Fi function”, [Fn1] is written as [Wi-Fi] .
Page 243 12. Using the Wi-Fi function ∫ Describing method When “select [Select a destination from History]”, etc. is described in a step, perform any of the following operations. Button operation: Select [Select a destination from History] with the cursor button, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 244: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function
12. Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Recording with a smartphone. Saving images stored in the camera. Sending images to an SNS. P245 Easy connection By pressing and holding [Wi-Fi], you can easily connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet.
Page 245: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet
Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Using a smartphone/tablet, you can record images on the camera and save them. You need to install “Panasonic Image App” (referred to as “Image App” from this point on) on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App”...
Page 246: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting to a smartphone/tablet By pressing and holding [Wi-Fi], you can easily establish a connection. Preparations: • Install the “Image App” in advance. (P245) Press and hold [Wi-Fi]. • The information (SSID and password) required for directly connecting your smartphone/tablet to this unit is displayed.
Page 247: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P246) Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Some settings are not available. • The screen differs depending on the OS. •...
Page 248: Sending Images In The Camera To An Sns
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending images in the camera to an SNS Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P246) Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet. Drag an image to send it to an SNS, etc. • The image is sent to a web service such as an SNS. •...
Page 249: Sending Images To A Smartphone/Tablet By Controlling The Camera
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera ∫ Methods for sending and images that can be sent JPEG AVCHD Sending an image each time a ± recording is made — — — — ([Send Images While Recording]) Select and send the images ±...
Page 250 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While Recording] > [Smartphone] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P273) On your smartphone/tablet When connecting with [Via Network]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function.
Page 251 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Select and send the images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [Smartphone] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P273) On your smartphone/tablet When connecting with [Via Network]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function.
Page 252: Displaying Pictures On A Tv
Set the TV to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. • For details on compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Playback on TV] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect.
Page 253: Printing Wirelessly
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Printing Wirelessly You can send images to a compatible printer, and print them wirelessly. ∫ Methods for sending and images that can be sent JPEG AVCHD Select and send the images ± — — — —...
Page 254: When Sending Images To Av Device
12. Using the Wi-Fi function When sending images to AV device You can send pictures and motion pictures to AV devices in your house (home AV devices). You can also send them to the devices (external AV devices) of your family or friends living away from you via “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 255 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: • Registration to “LUMIX CLUB” (P267) •...
Page 256 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Select and send the images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [AV device] Select [Home] or [External]. Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P273) •...
Page 257: When Sending Images To Pc
12. Using the Wi-Fi function When sending images to PC You can send pictures and motion pictures recorded with this unit to a PC. ∫ Methods for sending and images that can be sent ¢ JPEG AVCHD Sending an image each time a ±...
Page 258 12. Using the Wi-Fi function To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters.
Page 259 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While Recording] > [PC] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P273) Select the PC you want to connect to.
Page 260 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Select and send the images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [PC] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P273) Select the PC you want to connect to.
Page 261: Using Web Services
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Using Web services You can send pictures and motion pictures to an SNS, etc. via “LUMIX CLUB”. By setting up automatic transfers of pictures and motion pictures to the Cloud Sync Service, you can receive the transferred pictures or motion pictures on a PC or smartphone.
Page 262: When Sending Images To Web Service
Check this information before uploading images to web services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on web services. •...
Page 263 “LUMIX CLUB”. (P267) • Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible web services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/lumix_faqs/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the web service you want to use, and have the login information available.
Page 264 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Select and send the images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [Web service] Select [Via Network], and connect. (P274) Select a web service you want to connect. •...
Page 265: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]
12. Using the Wi-Fi function When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ∫ Using [Cloud Sync. Service] (as of October 2013) Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P267) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. For a PC, use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...
Page 266 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Select the menu. [Wi-Fi] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While Recording] > [Cloud Sync. Service] Select [Via Network], and connect. (P274) Check the send setting.
Page 267: Registering To The "Lumix Club
You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” login ID for this unit and a smartphone/tablet. (P270) Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note: • The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected troubles, and the service contents may be changed or added, without prior notice to the users.
Page 268 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Read through the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of use and select [Agree]. You can switch pages by 3/4. • • The display can be enlarged (2k) by rotating the control dial to the right. • The enlarged display can be reset to its original size (1k) by rotating the control dial to the left.
Page 269 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Using the acquired login ID/Checking or changing the login ID or password ([Set Login ID]) Preparation: When using the acquired login ID, check the ID and password. To change the “LUMIX CLUB” password on the camera, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone/tablet or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB”...
Page 270 12. Using the Wi-Fi function To set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphone/tablet • Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone/tablet is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or web services. When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID: Connect this unit to the smartphone/tablet.
Page 271 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Delete your login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the login ID from the camera when transferring it to another party or disposing of it. You can also delete your “LUMIX CLUB” account. Select the menu.
Page 272: Configuring The External Av Device Settings
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Configuring the external AV device settings Images can be sent to the AV device of relatives and acquaintances via “LUMIX CLUB”. Preparations: Check the address number (16-digit number) and access number (4-digit number) of the destination AV device issued by “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 273: About Connections
12. Using the Wi-Fi function About Connections You can select a connection method after selecting a Wi-Fi function and a destination. Performing a direct connection is convenient for when you are in a place away from home where wireless access points are not available or for when connecting temporarily to a device you do not usually use.
Page 274: Connecting From Your House (Via The Network)
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting from your house (via the network) You can select the method for connecting to a wireless access point. ¢ WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices.
Page 275 12. Using the Wi-Fi function If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. •...
Page 276 12. Using the Wi-Fi function • Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point’s radio waves may be too weak. “ ” “...
Page 277: Connecting From A Location Away From Your House (Direct Connection)
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting from a location away from your house (direct connection) You can select the method for connecting to the device you are using. Select the connection method supported by your device. Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct mode.
Page 278: Connecting Quickly With The Same Settings As The Previous Ones ([Select A Destination From History]/[Select A Destination From Favorite])
12. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favourites.
Page 279 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Editing the items registered to favourites Press [Wi-Fi]. Select [Select a destination from Favorite]. Select the favourite item you want to edit, and then press 1. Select the item. [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Select the destination.
Page 280: About Settings For Sending Images
12. Using the Wi-Fi function About settings for sending images When sending images, select the method for sending them after selecting [New Connection]. After the connection has been completed, settings for sending, such as the image size for sending, can also be changed. •...
Page 281 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is displayed on the recording screen, and [...
Page 282 12. Using the Wi-Fi function Changing the settings for sending images Pressing [DISP.] after completing a connection allows you to change the settings for sending such as the image size for sending. Resize the image to send. ¢1 [Original]/[Auto] /[Change] •...
Page 283: [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu
12. Using the Wi-Fi function [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. The settings cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select the menu. (P37) [MENU] > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > Desired item to be set [LUMIX CLUB] Acquires or changes the “LUMIX CLUB”...
Page 284 12. Using the Wi-Fi function To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input [Wi-Fi Password] screen when the Wi-Fi function is used.
Page 285: 13. Connecting To Other Equipment
13. 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. Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera.
Page 286 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. (P292, 298)
Page 287 13. Connecting to other equipment Functions that cannot be used on 3D pictures ∫ 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 •...
Page 288: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
13. Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and HDMI Video use a cable compatible with the...
Page 289 13. Connecting to other equipment To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P50) • Audio will be played back in monaural. A HDMI micro cable...
Page 290: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)
What is the VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)? • 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 micro cable for automatic linked operations.
Page 291 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 292: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc
(Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognised, 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 recognising a mass storage device.
Page 293: About The Supplied Software
13. Connecting to other equipment About the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 AE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8) This software allows you to manage images. For example, you can send pictures and motion pictures to a PC and sort them by recording date or model name.
Page 294 13. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Installing supplied software • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 AE” – Windows XP (32bit) SP3, Windows Vista (32bit) SP2, Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1, Windows...
Page 295 Do not connect devices to incorrect terminals. Doing so may cause malfunction. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert.
Page 296 13. Connecting to other equipment • 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. Disconnect the USB connection cable safely.
Page 297 13. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” If you are not able to install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”, you can copy files and folders to your PC by dragging and dropping files from this unit. • The content (folder structure) on the card of this unit is as follows.
Page 298: 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 299: Printing The Pictures
Do not connect devices to incorrect terminals. Doing so may cause malfunction. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert.
Page 300 13. Connecting to other equipment • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the printer are connected, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. If this happens during printing, stop printing at once. If not printing, disconnect the USB connection cable.
Page 301 13. Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press Pi PictBridge PictBridge [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P302 for the items that can be set before starting to print the pictures. •...
Page 302 13. 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 303 13. Connecting to other equipment ∫ [Paper Size] Settings on the printer are prioritised. [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] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q]...
Page 304 13. Connecting to other equipment • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high, the pictures may be printed several times. In this case, the remaining number of prints indicated may differ from the number set.
Page 305: 14. Others
PC or printer and use without worrying about the capacity of the battery. To use the AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. •...
Page 306: Monitor Display
14. Others Monitor Display In recording Extra Tele Conversion (when taking still pictures)  (P194) Card (displayed only during recording) (P31) ¢ Elapsed recording time 8m30s (P208) 98 98 98 60 60 Simultaneous recording indicator (P214) Peaking (P150) C 2 - 1 Recording Mode (P61) HDR (P131)/iHDR...
Page 307 14. Others In recording  ¢ 2 Name (P190) Number of days that have passed since the ¢ 3 departure date (P46)  ¢ 2 (P190) ¢ 3 Location (P46) 98 98 98 60 60 Current date and time/Travel destination ¢3 setting : “...
Page 308 14. Others In recording Dial operation guide (P17) White Balance Bracket (P127) White Balance Fine Adjustment  (P126) 98 98 98  60 60 VÐîÑ White Balance (P123)  Colour (P80) ¢2 AF area (P57, 141) Number of recordable pictures (P33) Spot metering target (P161)
Page 309 14. Others In recording Touch zoom (P199) Brightness (P79, 106) Touch Shutter (P59) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) (P112) Touch AE (P162) One point colour (P114) Peaking (P150) Position of the light source (P115) Fn2 (Function button) (P44) Creative control adjustment (P106) Fn3 (Function button) (P44)
Page 310 14. Others In playback 1/98 Picture number/Total pictures Connected to Wi-Fi (P280)   1/98 1/98 1/98 Number of pictures in burst ¢1 Motion picture recording time 8m30s  (P68)   F3.5 F3.5 F3.5 60 60 60 Clear Retouch completed icon (P225) Currently retrieving information Playback Mode...
Page 311 14. Others In playback Detailed information display F3.5  STD. STD. STD.   100-0001 Recorded date and time/World Time (P45) Recording information Intelligent Dynamic Range ¢3 Control (P130) Picture size/Aspect Ratio ¢4 ¢4 (P131)/iHDR (P77) (P128) Intelligent Resolution (P130) A ›...
Page 312: Message Display
[Lens not detected. Please turn camera on again.] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic.
Page 313 14. Others [Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be used] • Use a card compatible with this unit. (P31) [Insert SD card again]/[Try another card] • An error has occurred accessing the card. Insert the card again. •...
Page 314 When you switch on again, the information retrieval will restart from the same point. [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 Panasonic. •...
Page 315 14. Others [Upload to the Cloud Folder is available after Cloud Sync settings have been set up on downloadable devices such as PCs or smartphones.] • Devices that download images from a cloud folder are not registered. • Perform Cloud Sync setting. Configure the settings on a PC with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” or on a smartphone/tablet with “Image App”.
Page 316: Menu List
14. Others Menu list Click the followings to jump to the beginning of each menu. [Rec] P316 [Motion Picture] P319 [Custom] P320 [Setup] P322 [Playback] P324 [Rec] • If any of the settings common to both the [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus have been changed, the corresponding setting in the other menu will also be changed.
Page 317 14. Others You can combine 3 pictures with different levels of [HDR] P131 exposure into a single picture with rich gradation. Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to times [Multi Exp.] P182 equivalent per a single image) You can set the recording start time, the recording interval [Time Lapse Shot] and the number of pictures, and automatically record P176...
Page 318 14. Others Set this when you want to correct the colour reproduction [Color Space] P134 of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. When camera shake is sensed during recording, the [Stabilizer] P191 camera corrects it automatically. Sets the focus and exposure automatically prioritising [Face Recog.] P185 registered faces.
Page 319: [Motion Picture]
14. Others [Motion Picture] • [Photo Style], [Sensitivity], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] 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. For details, refer to the explanation for the corresponding setting in the [Rec] menu. [Rec Format] Sets the file format for the motion pictures you record.
Page 320: [Custom]
14. Others [Custom] [Cust.Set Mem.] Registers the current camera settings as custom set. P118 [Silent Mode] Disables operational sounds and output of light at once. P184 Sets the fixed content for focusing and exposure when the [AF/AE Lock] P155 AF/AE lock is on. The shutter will immediately fire when the shutter button is [Half Press Release] P144...
Page 321 14. Others This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when [Guide Line] taking a picture. When the Auto Review function is activated or when [Highlight] playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. You can check the effects of the chosen aperture and [Constant Preview] shutter speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode.
Page 322: [Setup]
14. Others [Setup] [Clock Set] Setting Date/Time. Sets the times for the region where you live and your [World Time] holiday destination. Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the [Travel Date] name of the travel destination can be set. [Wi-Fi] Configure the each setting for Wi-Fi functions.
Page 323 14. Others Stores the location of the last-used menu item for each [Menu Resume] menu. [Menu Background] Set the background colour for the menu screen. Descriptions of menu items or their settings are displayed [Menu Information] on the menu screen. [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen.
Page 324: [Playback]
14. Others [Playback] [2D/3D Settings] Switches the playback method for 3D images. P221 [Slide Show] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order. P221 Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only [Playback Mode] P223 particular images.
Page 325: Troubleshooting
14. Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P325–P340). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P52) 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 326 14. Others Recording This unit suddenly turns off during recording. • When a high ambient temperature, continuous recording in Burst Mode or of a motion picture, continuous use of a Wi-Fi connection or other conditions are causing the camera to overheat, ] flashes.
Page 327 14. Others The subject is not focused properly. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P58) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly. (P192) • Is [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] menu set to [RELEASE]? (P146) •...
Page 328 14. 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. • Are you taking pictures with the electronic shutter? (P165) >...
Page 329 14. Others Motion pictures Recording motion pictures is not possible. • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card. Motion picture recording stops in the middle. •...
Page 330 • The Optical Image Stabiliser function of the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1/DMC-GH1/DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu (P191) cannot be set to [OFF].
Page 331 14. Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash closed? > Open the flash. (P200) • When the electronic shutter is used, the flash is not activated. (P165) > Set [Shutter Type] to [AUTO] or [EFC]. • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON], the flash is not activated.
Page 332 14. 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.] (P235) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [Rotate] function. (P235) The picture is not played back.
Page 333 14. Others White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. • If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air.
Page 334 14. Others 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. •...
Page 335 I have forgotten the login ID or password for the “LUMIX CLUB”. • Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ I do not have a wireless access point at my home, but I would like to perform service user registration of the “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 336 14. Others The image that was supposed to have uploaded to the web service is not there. • Upload may not complete when it is disconnected while transmitting the image. • It may take some time after uploading the image to be reflected in the web service depending on the status of the server.
Page 337 14. Others TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? (P288) > Set the TV input to external input mode. The picture is not displayed fully on the TV. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s monitor are different.
Page 338 The card is not recognised 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 339 14. Others Others The shutter remains closed when the camera is turned off (including Sleep Mode). • If the camera is shaken, it may cause the shutter to close. This is not a malfunction. Do not put your finger in the mount. Turning on the camera will re-open the shutter. The camera makes a noise when this unit is turned on.
Page 340 14. Others The camera becomes warm. • The surface of the camera may become warm during use. This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. >...
Page 341: Cautions For Use
14. 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 342 Do not let the blower brush touch the image sensor as the image sensor may get scratched. • Do not use any objects except a blower brush to clean the image sensor. • If you cannot remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or Panasonic.
Page 343 14. Others About the Monitor • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colours may appear on the monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the Monitor will be slightly darker than usual at first.
Page 344 14. 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 345 14. 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. •...
Page 346 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 347 Settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card, please refer to “Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card”.
Page 348 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 349 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Page 350 • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. • The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1 Operating Instructions For Advanced Features

Finding the Information You Need

How to Use this Manual

1 Before Use

Care of the Camera

Standard Accessories

Names and Functions of Components

About the Lens

2 Preparations before Recording

Changing the Lens

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Charging the Battery

Inserting and Removing the Card (Optional)/ the Battery

About the Card

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Setting the Menu

Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)

Assigning Frequently Used Functions to the Buttons (Function Buttons)

Configuring Basic Settings of this Unit (Setup Menu)

Entering Text

3 Basic Operation

Tips for Taking Good Pictures

Taking a Still Picture

Recording Motion Picture

Selecting the Recording Mode

Switching the Information Displayed on the Recording Screen

Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures

Deleting Pictures

4 Recording Modes

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode)

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed

Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Guide Mode)

Taking Pictures with Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

Recording Motion Pictures with Manually Set Aperture Value/Shutter Speed (Creative Video Mode)

Registering Your Preferred Settings (Custom Mode)

5 Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings

Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style])

Adjusting the White Balance

Setting the Picture Quality and Size

Using Image Correction Functions

6 Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings

Taking Pictures with Auto Focus

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus

Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock)

Compensating the Exposure

Setting the Light Sensitivity

Selecting the Method for Measuring Brightness ([Metering Mode])

Easily Optimising the Brightness for a Specified Area (Touch AE)

7 Shutter and Drive Settings

Setting the Shutter Type

Select a Drive Mode

Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer

8 Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes

Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot])

Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation])

Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.])

Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at Once ([Silent Mode])

Taking Clear Pictures by Registering Faces ([Face Recog.])

Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images

9 Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash

Optical Image Stabiliser

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Taking Pictures by Using the Flash

10 Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Picture

Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures

Using the [Motion Picture] Menu

11 Playing Back and Editing Images

Playing Back Group Pictures

Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture

Using the [Playback] Menu

12 Using the Wi-Fi Function

Wi-Fi R Function

What You Can Do with the Wi-Fi Function

Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet

Displaying Pictures on a TV

Printing Wirelessly