Operating Instructions Digital Camera/Lens Kit Model No. DMC-G1K Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.
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Before Use -If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Before Use ∫ About the battery charger CAUTION! • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. • DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
Contents • Preventing jitter (camera shake)............46 • Program shift .........................................47 Before Use Information for Your Safety....................... 2 Standard Accessories............................... 8 Names of the Components ..................... 10 Rotating the LCD monitor ....................... 13 About the Lens........................................ 14 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens................. 15 Attaching the Strap .................................
• Aperture-priority AE .............................. 84 • Shutter-priority AE................................. 84 Taking picture by setting the exposure manually ................................................. 85 Confirm the effects of aperture and shutter speed (Preview mode)................ 87 • Confirm the effects of aperture ............. 87 • Confirm the effects of shutter speed ..... 87 Taking expressive portraits and landscape pictures (Advanced scene mode)...............
Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. 1 Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) 2 Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G VARIO 14– 45 mm/F3.5 –5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 3 Lens Hood 4 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.
Before Use 1 2 H-FS014045 6 7 VFC4357 11 K1HA08CD0019 4 3 DMW-BLB13PP 12 VYF3201 VYC0981 8 5 9 DE-A49B 13 VFC4315 10 K2CA2EA00002 K1HA08CD0021 14 VFC4355 VKF4385 VQT1U32 9
Before Use Names of the Components ∫ Camera body 1 Flash (P58) 2 Sensor 3 Self-timer indicator (P68) AF assist lamp (P107) 4 Lens release button (P16) 5 Lens lock pin 6 Mount 7 Lens fitting mark (P15) 8 Front dial (P27, 42, 47, 50, 51, 63, 84, 85) 1 2 8 7 6 3 5 4 There are 2 ways to operate the front dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing. Front dial is described as following in these operating instructions. e.g.: Rotating left or right 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 e.g.
Before Use In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button MENU /SET 21 Focus mode dial (P40, 44, 69, 72) 22 Flash open lever (P58) 23 Drive mode lever Single (P44): Burst (P64): Auto bracket (P66): Self-timer (P68): 24 Shutter button (P40) 25 Focus distance reference mark (P73) 26 Hot shoe (P128) 27 Mode dial (P38) 28 Status indicator (P40) 29 [Q.
Before Use 37 Battery door (P22) 38 Release lever (P22) 39 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. 37 38 39 ∫ Lens H-FS014045 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 –45 mm/F3.5– 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 40 Tele 41 Lens surface 42 Focus ring (P72) 43 Wide 45 44 Zoom ring (P48) 45 [O.I.S.
Before Use Rotating the LCD monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to its original position. Rotation range of the LCD monitor ∫ Horizontal opening direction ∫ Vertical rotating direction 4 Maximum 180o 5 180o • It can be rotated 180o forwards. 6 90o • It can only be rotated 90o towards you.
Before Use About the Lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount) such as the lens included in DMC-G1K. Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures. If you use a lens other than a dedicated interchangeable lens, auto focus cannot be activated and accurate metering is not possible. Also, some functions will not work.
Preparation Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them. • Do not put your hands inside the mount. Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. • Do not press the lens release button when you attach a lens.
Preparation ∫ Optical image stabilizer Lens included in the DMC-G1K has a stabiliser function. The optical image stabilizer function is set for activation when the lens is attached to the camera body. Set the [O.I.S.] switch to [ON]. • You can change the optical image stabilizer mode to [MODE1], [MODE2] or [MODE3] using [STABILIZER] in the [REC] mode menu. (P100) It is set to [MODE1] at the time of purchase. • We recommend setting the [O.I.S.] switch to [OFF] when using a tripod. If the [O.I.S.
Preparation Attaching the Strap • We recommend attaching the strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera body. Pass the end of the strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper. Pass the end of the strap through the hole on the other side of the stopper. Pull the other side of the strap and then check that it will not come out.
Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. • Check the part number on the lens hood before attaching it to the lens. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the 14– 45 mm/F3.5 – 5.
Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLB13PP. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
Preparation ∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes • The battery temperature is excessively high or low. The charging time will be longer than normal. Also, charging may not be completed. • The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. Note • Do not use any other AC cables except the supplied one. • After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
Preparation The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. [e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 82.] When using the viewfinder Number of recordable pictures Approx. 350 pictures Recording time Approx. 175 min (By CIPA standard in Program AE mode) Playback time when using the LCD monitor Playback time Approx.
Preparation Inserting/Removing the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • Close the flash. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow (OPEN side) and then open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLB13PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Insert it fully being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. 1:Close the battery door.
Preparation Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional) • Check that this unit is turned off. • Close the flash. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card door to open it. Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. A: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card. • The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. 1:Close the card door.
Preparation About the Card Access to the card The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. Card The following types of cards can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button ON OFF Press [MENU/SET]. MENU /SET Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. : : A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P133) ‚: Cancel without setting the clock. • Select either [24HRS] or [AM/PM] for the time display format.
Preparation Note • The clock is displayed when [DISPLAY] is pressed several times during recording. • You can set the year from 2000 to 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera it will not be printed correctly when you use a photo printing service, even if the store provides a date printing option for your photographs. • If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera.
Preparation Setting menu items This section describes how to select the [REC] mode menu settings, and the same setting can be used for the [CUSTOM MENU] menu, [SETUP] menu, [MY MENU] menu and [PLAYBACK] mode menu as well. • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P109) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: Setting [I.EXPOSURE] from [OFF] to [HIGH] in the Program AE mode Turn the camera on.
Preparation Press 3/4 or rotate the front dial to select [I.EXPOSURE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or rotate the front dial right to move to the second screen. or Press 1 or the front dial. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. or Press 3/4 or rotate the front dial to select [HIGH]. or Press [MENU/SET] or the front dial to set. MENU /SET or Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Preparation Setting the Quick Menu By using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. Q.MENU Press [Q.MENU] to display the quick menu. Press 3/4/2/1 or rotate the front dial to select the menu item and the setting. • Menus that can be setup are displayed in orange when selected. • Setup method is different as following depending on the displayed screen during recording. Refer to P54 about the displayed screen.
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [AUTO REVIEW] and [ECONOMY] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent auto mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [BEEP] and [LANGUAGE] can be set. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. U [CLOCK SET] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to P25 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination.
Preparation [HIGHLIGHT] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. [OFF]/[ON] • If there are any white saturated areas, we [ON] [OFF] recommend compensating the exposure towards negative (P63) referring to the histogram (P56) and then taking the picture again. It may result in a better quality picture.
Preparation • The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures. • The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Power LCD mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again. • If the screen is difficult to see because of light from the sun etc.
Preparation Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high definition TV connected with this unit using the HDMI mini cable (optional). [HDMI MODE] [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV. [1080i]: The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output. [480p]: The progressive method with 480 available scan lines is used for output.
Preparation Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to , , , and . [OFF]: } [SCENE MENU] , The recording screen in the currently selected advanced scene mode (P88) or scene mode (P92) appears. [AUTO]: The advanced scene mode or scene mode menu screen appears. Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied).
Preparation About LCD monitor/Viewfinder LCD Monitor This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the LCD monitor. (P13) ∫ Taking pictures at a normal angle ∫ Taking pictures at a high angle Open the LCD monitor 180o toward you, and adjust the angle. ∫ Taking pictures at a low angle Open the LCD monitor 180o toward you, and adjust the angle.
Preparation ∫ Taking pictures with the camera held vertically Open the LCD monitor and rotate it to an angle that makes it easy to see. • Do not cover the AF assist lamp (P10) with your fingers or other objects. Taking pictures at a normal angle Taking pictures at a high angle Taking pictures at a low angle Direction detection function Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.
Preparation Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder ∫ About the eye sensor automatic switching Eye sensor is active when the [LVF/LCD AUTO] (P105) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu is set to [ON], switching automatically to viewfinder display when an eye or object is moved closer to the viewfinder, and to LCD monitor display when it is moved away. A AF assist lamp • When the LCD monitor turns on, the Viewfinder turns off (and vice versa).
Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which the optimal settings are established in line with the subject to be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the scene mode which enables you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Turn the camera on. ON OFF Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A.
Preparation ∫Advanced Aperture-priority AE mode (P84) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-priority AE mode (P84) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual exposure mode (P85) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Custom mode (P97) Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.
Basic [REC] mode: ñ Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene detection/[D.RED-EYE]/Face detection/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/ [I.
Basic 1 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the subject is focused. • The AF area 2 is displayed around the subject’s face by the face detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus. • The focus indication blinks when the subject is not focused. In this case, a picture is not taken. Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject again. • The focus range is different depending on used lens.
Basic Note • Due to conditions such as the ones below, a different scene may be identified for the same subject.
Basic Settings in Intelligent auto mode • Only the following functions can be set in this mode. [REC] mode menu – [ASPECT RATIO] (P98)/[PICTURE SIZE] (P98)/[QUALITY] (P99)/[STABILIZER]¢ (P100) ¢ Only [MODE1] or [MODE2] can be set. [CUSTOM MENU] menu – [CUST. SET MEM.] (P105)/[GUIDE LINE] (P106) [SETUP] menu – [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP]/[LANGUAGE] • Only [STANDARD] and [STANDARD] ( ) in film mode (P81) can be selected. • The settings of the following items are fixed.
Basic [REC] mode: ³ Taking pictures with your favorite settings ( : Program AE mode) Many more menu items can be set and you can take pictures with greater freedom than when you take pictures in the Intelligent auto mode (P40). • Set the drive mode lever to [ ]. Set the mode dial to [ ]. • To change the setting while taking pictures, refer to “Using the [REC] Mode Menu” (P98) or “Using the [CUSTOM MENU]” (P105). Set the focus mode dial to [AFS] or [AFC]. • Refer to P45 for [AFS] and [AFC].
Basic Fix the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway (AFS) Set the focus mode dial to [AFS]. • “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. The focus is fixed when you press the shutter button halfway. • Normally use the [AFS]. • Focus during the burst is fixed at the first picture. Refer to P64 for details.
Basic Focusing Align the subject to the screen, and then press the shutter button halfway. Focus A B C D E F ¢ When the subject is When the subject focused is not focused Focus indication On AF area Green Blinks — Sound Beeps 2 times — Focus indication AF area (normal) AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is dark) Aperture value¢ Shutter speed¢ ISO sensitivity It will flash in red when appropriate exposure is not achieved.
Basic Program shift In Program AE mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE mode. 1 2 Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.
Basic [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Rotate the zoom ring towards Tele. (P12) To make subjects appear further away use (Wide) Rotate the zoom ring towards Wide. (P12) To enlarge further, set the [EX. OPT.
Basic Playing back Pictures Press [(]. A [(] button Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status. • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession. ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter button halfway.
Basic Changing the Information Displayed on the playback screen Press [DISPLAY] to switch the monitor screen. A [DISPLAY] button • The [DISPLAY] button is not activated when the menu screen is displayed. You can only select Normal display or No display in playback zoom (P51) and during a slide show (P110). • Refer to P56 for information about the histogram D. F4.0 STD 1/9 30 0 WB AWB ISO 100 AFS P STANDARD P F4.0 30 B C D E F ¢ 0 100 AWB 10:00 DEC. 1.2008 s RGB 100-0001 F4.
Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) You can display pictures by recording date. Rotate the front dial left to display the calendar screen. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. 3/4: Select the month 2/1: Select the date • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, the month is not displayed. MENU /SET Press [MENU/SET] or the front dial to display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date.
Basic ∫ Switching the displayed image while maintaining the playback zoom You can switch the displayed image while maintaining the same zoom magnification and zoom position for the playback zoom. Switch to picture select operation by pressing the front dial during playback zoom, and select pictures with 2/1. • It will switch between picture select operation and move zoom position operation every time the front dial is pressed during playback zoom. Note • You can also delete the recording information etc.
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures Press [‚]. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE ALL] > step 5. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [DISPLAY] to set. (Repeat this step.) • [‚] appears on the selected pictures. If [DISPLAY] is pressed again, the setting is canceled. MENU /SET DISPLAY Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) Switching the display of the LCD Monitor/ Viewfinder Switching the displayed information Press [DISPLAY] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. LCD monitor display With the [LCD DISP.STYLE] (P105) of the [CUSTOM MENU] menu, you can choose the displayed screen on the LCD monitor to display in [ ] (LCD monitor style) or [ ] (viewfinder style).
Advanced (Recording pictures) Viewfinder display With the [LVF DISP.STYLE] (P105) of the [CUSTOM MENU] menu, you can choose the displayed screen on the viewfinder to display in [ ] (viewfinder style) or [ ] (LCD monitor style).
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Set the position of the guide line with [ ] • Set the [GUIDE LINE] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ ]. (P106) 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the quick menu. (P29) 2 Press 2/1 to select guide line, and then press [MENU/ SET]. • You can also use the front dial to set. • Selected item will be displayed in orange in the quick menu screen, and the guide line itself will be displayed in orange when the guide line is selected. 3 4 5 Press 3/4/2/1 to set the position.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Set the position of the histogram • Set the [HISTOGRAM] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ON]. (P105) 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the quick menu. (P29) 2 Press 2/1 to select histogram, and then press [MENU/ SET]. • You can also use the front dial to set. • Selected item will be displayed in orange in the quick menu screen, and the histogram itself will be displayed in orange when the histogram is selected. 3 4 5 Press 3/4/2/1 to set the position.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using 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. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the built-in flash to match the recording. • Open the flash. Select [FLASH] in the [REC] mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select a mode and press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) If you take a picture with a dark background landscape, this feature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated so that the dark ( ): background landscape will become bright. Simultaneously it reduces the Slow sync./Red-eye red-eye phenomenon. reduction • Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark background. The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • The flash setting may change if the recording mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the advanced scene mode or the scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the advanced scene mode or the scene mode is changed. ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. When 14 – 45 mm/F3.5– 5.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Do not bring the flash too close to objects or close the flash while it is activated. The objects may be discolored by its heat or lighting. • Do not close the flash soon after the flash is activated prior to taking pictures due to AUTO/ Red-eye reduction etc. It causes a malfunction. • When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.
Advanced (Recording pictures) 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 [FLASH SYNCHRO] in the [REC] mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to select [2ND] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. Item Effect The normal method when taking pictures with the flash.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Under exposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press the front dial to switch to exposure compensation operation. Rotate the front dial to compensate the exposure.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Set the drive mode lever to [ ]. A Focus on the subject and take a picture. A When burst mode is set to high speed [H]. • Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the burst mode. ∫ Changing the burst speed 1 2 3 Select [BURST RATE] in the [REC] mode menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Focusing in burst mode The focus changes depending on the setting for [FOCUS PRIORITY] (P107) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu and the focus mode setting. Focus mode AFS AFC¢1 MF Focus Priority ON OFF Focus At the first picture ON Normal focusing¢2 OFF Predicted focusing¢3 — Focus set with manual focus ¢1 When subject is dark, the focus is fixed on the first picture. ¢2 The burst speed may become slower because the camera is continuously focusing on the subject.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the exposure compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure among different exposures. With auto bracket [STEP]: [3•1/3], [SEQUENCE]: [0/s/r] 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1/3 EV i1/3 EV Set the drive mode lever to [ ]. Focus on the subject and take a picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) 3 Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Settings [3•1/3] (3 pictures) [3•2/3] (3 pictures) [STEP] Item [SEQUENCE] Settings [0/`/_] [`/0/_] [5•1/3] (5 pictures) [5•2/3] (5 pictures) [7•1/3] (7 pictures) [7•2/3] (7 pictures) 4 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Set the drive mode lever to [ë]. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. A When self-timer is set to [ A ]. • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus. • If you want to press the shutter button fully to take a picture even when the subject is not focused, set [FOCUS PRIORITY] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Setting the method used to focus (AF mode) This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition. Set the focus mode dial to [AFS] or [AFC]. Press 2 ( mode. ) and then press 2/1 to select AF • You can also use the front dial to select. Effect Item [š]: Face detection The camera automatically detects the person’s face.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About [š] When the camera detects a person’s face, the following color AF area is displayed. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF areas are also focused. • When [š] is selected and [METERING MODE] is set to multiple [C], the camera will adjust the exposure to suit the person’s face.
Advanced (Recording pictures) – When the subject is moving too fast – When the background has the same or similar color to the subject. – When jitter is occurring – When zoom is operated • The AF tracking function does not work while using the digital zoom. Setting the AF area AF area can be moved when [Ø] is selected. The size of AF area can also be changed. • You can also set from the quick menu. (P29) Select [Ø] and then press 4. • AF area setting screen is displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate auto focus. Set the focus mode dial to [MF]. •[ ] is displayed on a screen for about 5 seconds. Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. • Screen will be enlarged about 5 times as MF assist. • The enlarged area can be moved by pressing 3/4/2/1.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ 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. A Focus distance reference mark B Focus distance reference line C 0.3 m (0.99 feet) (When 14 – 45 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is used) • If you are taking close-up pictures – We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P68).
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) 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. ∫ Fixing the exposure only Align the screen with the subject. Press and hold [AF/AE LOCK] to fix the exposure. A [AF/AE LOCK] button • The aperture value and the shutter speed light. • If you release [AF/AE LOCK], AE Lock is canceled.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • If you set [AF/AE LOCK HOLD] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ON], you can fix the focus and the exposure even if you release the [AF/AE LOCK] button after pressing it. (P106) • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with manual focus. • The exposure is set, even if the brightness of the subject changes. • The subject can be focused again by pressing the shutter button halfway even when AE is locked. • Program shift can be set even when AE is locked.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Adjusting the White Balance In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. Press 1 ( ). Press 2/1 to select the white balance and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • You can also use the front dial to set. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The optimal white balance will differ depending on the type of halogen lighting being recorded under so use [AWB], [ 1 ] or [ 2 ]. • The white balance might not be adjusted for the subject where the flash does not reach when the flash is used. • The white balance is memorized even if the camera is turned off, but [WHITE BALANCE] for the advanced scene mode or the scene mode is set to [AWB] when the advanced scene mode or the scene mode is changed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Select the white balance and then press 4. Press 3/4/2/1 to adjust the white balance and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 1 3 4 : : : : A (AMBER: ORANGE) B (BLUE: BLUISH) G_ (GREEN: GREENISH) M` (MAGENTA: REDDISH) Note • If you finely adjust the white balance to A (amber), the white balance icon on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder will change to orange. If you finely adjust the white balance to B (blue), the white balance icon on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder will change to blue.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Setting the Light Sensitivity 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. Press 3 ( ). Press 3/4/2/1 to select the ISO sensitivity and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • You can also use the front dial to set. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The higher the value set for the ISO sensitivity, the more the jitter is reduced but the greater the amount of picture noise. • Refer to P60 for the flash range. • Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided even if [ ] is selected.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Change tone of the color for the picture to be taken (Film mode) [You can only select [STANDARD] and [STANDARD] ( ) in [ ], [¿], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] mode.] Every type of film for film cameras has its own color tone and contrast characteristics. In film mode, you can select the color tone of the pictures from 9 types in the same way as you would select different films for film cameras.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • In film mode, the camera may do something equivalent to pull processing or push processing to create a picture with particular characteristics. The shutter speed may become very slow at this time. Adjusting each film mode to the desired setting • You can also set from the quick menu. (P29) Press 2/1 to select a film. Press 3/4 to select an item and 2/1 to adjust. • You can also use the front dial to adjust.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Multi film bracket It will take pictures changing the type of film in accordance with the setting every time the shutter button is pressed. (Up to 3 pictures) • You can also set from the quick menu. (P29) Press 2/1 to select [MULTI FILM]. Select either [MULTI FILM 1], [MULTI FILM 2], or [MULTI FILM 3] with 3/4, and then select the film to be set for each with 2/1. • You can also use the front dial to set. • [OFF] can be selected only for [MULTI FILM 3].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: ±´ Taking pictures by specifying the aperture/ shutter speed [ ] Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Rotate the front dial to set the aperture value. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and exposure compensation operation every time the front dial is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • When the flash is activated, the shutter speed cannot be set to faster than 1/160th of a second in Shutter-priority AE mode. (P60) • If you press the shutter button fully when the shutter speed is slow, the shutter speed on the screen counts down in Shutter-priority AE mode. • [ ] and [ ] cannot be set for Shutter-priority AE mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • If you set the shutter speed to [B], [B] is displayed on the screen. • When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], use a sufficiently charged battery. (P20) • We recommend using a tripod or the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional) when you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B]. Refer to P131 for information about the remote shutter. • When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], noise may become visible.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Confirm the effects of aperture and shutter speed (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. Press [ ] A (preview button). • Preview screen is displayed. It will return to previous screen when [ ] is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking expressive portraits and landscape pictures (Advanced scene mode) You can take high-quality pictures of such subjects as people, scenery, sporting events and activities, flowers and people in night scenes in accordance with the surrounding conditions. Set the mode dial. Press 2/1 to select the advanced scene mode. • You can also use the front dial to select. Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PORTRAIT] The person stands out from the background and has a healthier complexion. [NORMAL PORTRAIT] Shades the background and photographs skin color beautifully. [SOFT SKIN] Makes the skin surface appear especially smooth. • When [SOFT SKIN] is selected, if a part of the background etc. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed. • When [SOFT SKIN] is selected, this mode may not be effective when there is insufficient brightness.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SPORTS] Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. [NORMAL SPORTS] Controls the ISO sensitivity while stopping movement with a high shutter speed. [OUTDOOR SPORTS] Fast shutter speed for stopping movement when taking photographs outdoors in good weather. [INDOOR SPORTS] Increases the ISO sensitivity and increases the shutter speed to prevent blurring for indoor photography.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [NIGHT PORTRAIT] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. [NIGHT PORTRAIT] Uses when taking photographs of people with night scenery as a background. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. [NIGHT SCENERY] Night scenery is vividly photographed with a slow shutter. [ILLUMINATIONS] Illuminations are photographed beautifully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: ¿ Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded ( : Scene mode) When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 2/1 to select the scene mode. • You can also use the front dial to select. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • The menu screen is switched to the recording screen in the selected scene mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) 2 [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures. • We recommend rotating the zoom ring to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from the subject when taking pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) í [PET] Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set the birthday of your pet. You can then display the age when playing back the pictures. Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] for information about the age display setting and the birthday setting. Note • The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF]. • Intelligent ISO sensitivity control is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO800].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking pictures while adjusting color ( : My color mode) Easily confirm the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder (Live View) and adjust the color, brightness, or saturation before taking a picture. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select an item and press 2/1 to adjust the item. • You can also use the front dial to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set to the mode dial to the desired mode and select the desired menu settings in advance. Select [CUST. SET MEM.] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking pictures in Custom mode You can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the picture-taking conditions. Initial setting of the Program AE mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Set the mode dial to [ ]. A Display custom settings Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. Press 3/4 to select the custom settings you want to use. • Press 1 or the front dial to display the settings for each menu item.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode Menu ? [ASPECT RATIO] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Applicable modes: [X]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc. [X] [Y] [W] Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ When the aspect ratio is [W]. 4000k2248 pixels (9 million pixels) 2816k1584 pixels (4.5 million pixels) 1920k1080 pixels (2.1 million pixels) Note • If you set [EX. OPT. ZOOM] (P102) to [ON], [ ] is displayed on the screen when the picture size is set to a size other than the maximum picture size for each aspect ratio. “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical Zoom”. • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels.
Advanced (Recording pictures) C [METERING MODE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Applicable modes: [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically. Usually, we recommend using this method.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button. • The panning effect in [MODE3] is more difficult to achieve in the following cases. – In brightly lit places such as in broad daylight on a summer’s day – When the shutter speed is faster than 1/100th of a second. – When you move the camera too slowly because the subject is moving slowly. (The background will not become a blur.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH ADJUST.] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can adjust the flash output. Applicable modes: [s2 EV]/[s1 2/3 EV]/[s1 1/3 EV]/[s1 EV]/[s2/3 EV]/[s1/3 EV]/[0 EV]/[r1/3 EV]/ [r2/3 EV]/[r1 EV]/[r1 1/3 EV]/[r1 2/3 EV]/[r2 EV] Note • Refer to P61 for details. [I.EXPOSURE] (Intelligent exposure adjustment) For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BURST RATE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can set the burst speed. Applicable modes: [H]/[L] Note • Refer to P64 for details. [AUTO BRACKET] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can set the compensation range of the exposure and the bracket order. Applicable modes: [STEP]: [3•1/3]/[3•2/3]/[5•1/3]/[5•2/3]/[7•1/3]/[7•2/3] [SEQUENCE]: [0/j/i]/[j/0/i] Note • Refer to P66 for details.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Depending on the color space setting, the file name of the recorded picture changes as shown. P1000001.JPG P: sRGB _: AdobeRGB • Set to sRGB if you are not very familiar with AdobeRGB. [LONG SHTR NR] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. 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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Perform these settings if you need to. Using the [CUSTOM MENU] For details on how to select the [CUSTOM MENU] menu settings, refer to P27. [CUST. SET MEM.] Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. • Refer to P97 for details. This will set the display style of the viewfinder. [LVF DISP.STYLE] [ ]: Viewfinder style [ ]: LCD monitor style • Refer to P55 for details. This will set the display style of the LCD monitor. [LCD DISP.
Advanced (Recording pictures) This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. (P55) [GUIDE LINE] [OFF]/[ ]/[ [ Position of the guide line can be set. Refer to P56 on how to set. ]: ] This will set what will be fixed by the [AF/AE LOCK] button when taking a picture with fixed focus or exposure. [AF/AE LOCK] [AE]: Only the exposure is locked. [AF]: Only the focus is locked. [AF/AE]: Both focus and exposure are locked. • Refer to P74 for details.
Advanced (Recording pictures) About [ ] and [ ] [ ] will adjust the focus automatically when the jitter of the camera gets small. [ ] will adjust the focus at all times (continuous AF operation). The camera will adjust the focus automatically, and the focus adjustment when the shutter button is pressed becomes faster. It is effective when you do not want to miss a photo opportunity. Note • The battery will be consumed faster than usual.
Advanced (Recording pictures) It is possible to adjust focus manually after it was adjusted automatically. [OFF] [AF+MF] [ON]: It is possible to fine adjust the focus manually by rotating the focus ring while AF lock (focus mode is set to [AFS] and shutter button is half-way pressed, or AF lock with [AF/AE LOCK]). In manual focus, the assistance screen appears on the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [DIAL GUIDE] Sets if the operation switch guide when the mode dial is switched to , , and is to be displayed or not. [OFF]/[ON] • It will display dial operation guide to the screen that is possible to perform exposure compensation, Program shift, aperture setting, or shutter speed setting when set to [ON]. A Dial operation guide [MENU RESUME] The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is turned off.
Advanced (Playback) Advanced (Playback) Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [RESIZE], [TRIMMING] or [ASPECT CONV.], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture. [SLIDE SHOW] This is recommended when playing back pictures on a TV screen.
Advanced (Playback) Ü [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favorites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • You cannot set pictures as favorites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF].
Advanced (Playback) N [ROTATE]/M [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) Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) • The [ROTATE] function is disabled when [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [OFF]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • Protected pictures cannot be rotated.
Advanced (Playback) O [DPOF PRINT] 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. For details, ask at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [DPOF PRINT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu.
Advanced (Playback) Note • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. • With a printer supporting PictBridge, the date print settings of the printer may take precedence so check if this is the case. • It may not be possible to use the DPOF print settings with other equipment. In this case, cancel all the settings, and reset the settings. • If the file is not based on the DCF standard, the DPOF print setting cannot be set.
Advanced (Playback) Q [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) You can reduce the size of a recorded picture. (Pictures set to the minimum number of pixels for [ASPECT RATIO] cannot be further reduced in size.) Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the size, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Only the sizes to which the pictures can be resized is displayed.
Advanced (Playback) [TRIMMING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [TRIMMING] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Reduction Use the front dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be trimmed. Front dial (clockwise): Enlargement Front dial (counter-clockwise): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move Enlargement () Move the position () Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Playback) ? [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y] or a [X] aspect ratio. Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [Y] or [X] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select a picture taken with [W] aspect ratio, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to determine the horizontal position, and press [MENU/SET] to set. • Use 3/4 to set the frame position for pictures rotated vertically.
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer-” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) is a convenient way of doing this. • Read the separate operating instructions for the supplied software for more information about the software in the CD-ROM (supplied) and how to install it.
Connecting to other equipment Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/ SET]. • If [USB MODE] (P34) is set to [PC] in the [SETUP] menu in USB MODE PLEASE SELECT THE USB MODE PC PictBridge(PTP) advance, the camera will be automatically connected to the PC SELECT SET without displaying the [USB MODE] selection screen. Since there is no need to set this each time you connect to the PC, it is convenient.
Connecting to other equipment A new folder is created when pictures are taken in the following situations. • After [NO.RESET] (P32) in the [SETUP] menu has been executed • When a card containing a folder with the same folder number has been inserted (Such as when pictures were taken using another make of camera) • When there is a picture with file number 999 inside the folder ∫ Connection in the PTP mode (WindowsR XP, Windows VistaR and Mac OS X only) Set [USB MODE] to [PictBridge(PTP)].
Connecting to other equipment Press 3/4 to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET]. USB MODE PLEASE SELECT THE USB MODE PC PictBridge(PTP) SELECT SET MENU Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (P132). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off, and disconnect the USB connection cable.
Connecting to other equipment [PRINT WITH DATE] Item Description of settings [OFF] Date is not printed. [ON] Date is printed. • If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the picture. • Since the printer’s settings may take precedence over the print with date setting, check the printer’s print with date setting as well.
Connecting to other equipment [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings { Settings on the printer are prioritized. á 1 picture with no frame on 1 page â 1 picture with a frame on 1 page ã 2 pictures on 1 page ä 4 pictures on 1 page • An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout. DPOF picture • Set the DPOF print setting on the camera in advance.
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the Video cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P32) Turn this unit and the TV off. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket A Align the marks, and insert. B Video cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • You cannot play back pictures on SDHC cards if the TV does not support these cards. • You may not be able to play back MultiMediaCards. Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket You can enjoy high quality pictures on the TV by connecting the camera with the HDMI compatible high definition TV using HDMI mini cable (optional). What is HDMI? HDMI is the interface for digital devices.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) • Output from the HDMI mini cable has priority when both video cable and HDMI mini cable are connected. • HDMI output is not possible even if you connect the HDMI mini cable while the unit is connected to the PC or the printer.
Connecting to other equipment A Align the marks, and insert. B HDMI mini cable (optional) • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in wrong direction.) ∫ Playback operation with the remote control for the TV 1) 2) 1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a still picture to be played back, and then press the button in the center to set it.
Others Others Using the External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash, the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’s built in flash. Preparations: Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash. ∫ Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL360; optional) Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe A and then turn on the camera and the dedicated flash. • Be sure to firmly secure to the dedicated flash with the lock ring B. Select [FLASH] on the [REC] mode menu.
Others • When attaching the external flash, the built-in flash cannot be activated. • Do not open the built-in flash when an external flash is attached. • The camera will become unstable when attaching the external flash, it is recommended to use a tripod when taking picture. • Turn off the camera when removing the external flash. • Detach the external flash when carrying the camera. • When attaching the external flash, do not hold only the external flash because it may detach from the camera.
Others Using the Protector/Filter (optional) The MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither the colors nor the amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens. The ND filter (DMW-LND52; optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the aperture value 3 increments) without affecting the color balance.
Others Using the Remote Shutter (optional) If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with [B] (Bulb) or burst mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera. Firmly connect the remote shutter to the [REMOTE] socket on the camera as far as it will go. Take a picture. 1 Press the button lightly to press halfway.
Others Using the AC Adaptor You can use the camera without worrying about battery discharge when it is connected to a PC or a printer if you use the DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional) to connect the camera to the battery charger/AC adaptor (supplied) and connect the AC cable. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. Connect the AC cable. Connect the DC cable A.
Others [REC] mode: Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P25) Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press 1. • When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears.
Others Note • Return the setting to [HOME] when the vacation is finished by performing steps 1, 2 and 3. • If [HOME] is already set, change only the travel destination, and use. • If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time difference from the home area. • The travel destination icon [“] appears when playing back pictures taken at the travel destination.
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 [ ] (LCD monitor style) Flash output adjustment (P61) 2nd curtain synchro (P62) 23 24 25 26 Extended optical zoom (P48, 102) Histogram (P56) A 2nd nd AF tracking operation (P42, 70) White balance bracket (P78) White balance fine adjustment (P77) 38 My color mode (P95) Current date and time/“: Travel destination 37 36 setting¢2, 4 (P133) C1 AFL AEL 35 Custom settings (P96) P Program shift (P47) AE lock (P74) 34 33 32 31 30 AF lock (P74) [ ]
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Playback mode (P49) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Film mode (P81) Protected picture (P114) 1 STD Number of DPOF prints (P113) 14 1/9 Picture size (P98) Quality (P99) LCD mode (P31) Battery indication (P20) 13 Picture number/Total pictures 0 100 Cable disconnection warning icon (P120) P F4.
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor. • Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and be damaged. • We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to protect your camera.
Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth. • Wipe off any dust or dirt on the zoom ring and the focus ring with a dry, dust cloth. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc.
Others About the Lens • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may be affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures. • Do not place the lens mount facing downwards.
Others Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card. • The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted. • Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card. • Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are moved to [LOCK]. Move the switch back to unlock it. (P24) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with a recorded picture and then play it.
Others [READ ERROR/WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD] • An error has occurred reading or writing the data. > Turn the camera off and remove the card. Insert the card again and turn the camera on. Make sure the camera is turned off before removing or inserting the card to avoid damage. • Or try with a different card. [A FOLDER CANNOT BE CREATED] • A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used. (P119) > Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others Functions that cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. The table below lists these functions and the corresponding conditions. • For the functions which cannot be set or will not work in the Intelligent auto mode, refer to “Settings in Intelligent auto mode” (P43).
Others [AF MODE] (P69) • When using the digital zoom AF tracking (P70) • When set to [STANDARD] ( ), [DYNAMIC] ( [SMOOTH] ( ) in film mode • When using the digital zoom [MF ASSIST] (P72, 108) • When using the digital zoom AF Lock (P74) • When manual focus is set AE Lock (P74) • º mode and in mode [WHITE BALANCE] (P76) • • mode • and in mode • 1 in mode • mode • ï and 2 in [SCENE MODE] • mode [WB ADJUST.
Others [I.EXPOSURE] (P102) • Advanced scene mode • Û mode [ISO LIMIT SET] (P104) • º mode • Advanced scene mode • Û mode • mode [PRE AF] (P106) • mode • Preview mode • When non-compatible lenses are used [DIRECT AF AREA] (P107) • Advanced scene mode • Û mode • mode mode [AF ASSIST LAMP] (P107) • • / and in mode • ï in [SCENE MODE] [FAVORITE] (P111) • Pictures taken with [ [ROTATE] (P112) • Protected pictures [ROTATE DISP.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P146–152). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P32) on the [SETUP] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (P22) • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery. • AC adapter is not connected properly. (P132) The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. The shutter does not activate. • Is the mode dial correctly set? • Is the card inserted? • Is there any memory remaining on the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P52) • Is the subject focused? > At the time of purchase, the camera is set so that you cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus.
Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? > Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P79) > Increase the setting for [NOISE RED.] in [FILM MODE] or lower the setting for each of the items other than [NOISE RED.]. (P82) > Take pictures in bright places. > Set the [LONG SHTR NR] to [ON]. (P104) The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene.
Others LCD monitor/Viewfinder The LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on. • The LCD monitor turns off when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P31) is selected for the [ECONOMY] mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (P132).] If the remaining battery power is low, it may take longer for the flash to be charged, and the time during which the LCD monitor is turned off may become longer. • It will switch to viewfinder display if there is hand or object near the eye sensor.
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.] (P112) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P112) • You can only display the pictures rotated if you use a lens that supports the direction detection function (P36) and [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON]. The picture is not played back.
Others TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to external input mode. • Output from the [HDMI] socket is not possible when it is connected to the PC or the printer. > Connect it only to the TV. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different. • Depending on the TV model, the pictures may be extended horizontally or vertically or they may be displayed with their edges cut off.
Others Others There is a sound from lens unit. • It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when the power is turned [ON] or [OFF], and it is not a malfunction. • You may hear a sound from the lens and image in the LCD monitor may suddenly change when the brightness has changed by zoom operation or moving the camera, but there is no effect on recording. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. An unreadable language was selected by mistake.
Others Others Number of recordable pictures • The number of recordable pictures is an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures depends on the subjects.
Others Y Aspect ratio : 2816k1880 pixels (5.3 million pixels) Picture size Quality Card 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB : 2048k1360 pixels (2.
Others W Aspect ratio : 1920k1080 pixels (2.
Others Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-G1): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 9.3 V Power Consumption: 2.8 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) 2.6 W (When recording with Viewfinder) 1.7 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) 1.6 W (When playing back with Viewfinder) Camera effective pixels: 12,100,000 pixels Image sensor: 4/3q Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 13,060,000 pixels, Primary color filter Digital zoom: Max.
Others Flash: Flash synchronization speed: Recording media: Picture size Still picture: Quality: Recording file format: Interface Digital: Analog video: Terminal [REMOTE]: [DIGITAL/V.OUT]: [HDMI]: [DC IN]: Dimensions: Mass (weight): Built-in pop up flash GN 11.0 (equivalent) Flash range: Approx. 45 cm (1.48 feet) to 6.2 m (20.3 feet) (When the 14 – 45 mm/F3.5 – 5.
Others AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-A49B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V Output: DIGITAL CAMERA 9.3 V CHARGE 8.4 V 0.65 A 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A 1.2 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLB13PP): Information for your safety Voltage: 7.2 V Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014045) “LUMIX G VARIO 14 –45 mm/F3.5 –5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.
Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# Description Figure DMW-BLB13PP Lithum Ion Battery DMW-FL500 DMW-FL360 DMW-FL220 Flash 1 H-FS045200 : DMW-LMC52 : DMW-LND52 : DMW-LPL52 Interchangeable Lens : MC Protector 2 : ND Filter 2 : PL Filter (Circular Type) DMW-RSL1 Remote Shutter DMW-DCC3 DC Cable : DMW-BAG1 : DMW-CG1 2 : Soft Bag : Soft Case DMW-SSTG1 DMW-SSTG2 DMW-SSTG3 Shoulder Strap RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 HDMI mini Cable DMW-MA1 Mount Adaptor RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1
Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling 6.95 Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.
Others Request for Service Notice (For USA Only) Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. include your proof of purchase. Request for Service Notice: • Please (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) (USA Only) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting.
Others Limited Warranty (For USA Only) PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
Others Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
Others Customer Services Directory (For USA Only) 164 VQT1U32
Others Others Index A AC Adaptor ..................... 19, 118, 120, 132 Access Indication ..................................... 24 Advanced Scene Mode ............................ 88 AF Assist Lamp ..................................... 107 AF Mode ................................................. 69 AF Tracking ....................................... 42, 70 AF/AE Lock ............................................. 74 AF/AE Lock Hold ................................... 106 AFC ..............................
Others LCD Display Style .................................. 105 LCD Information Display ........................ 105 LCD Mode ............................................... 31 LCD Monitor .................................... 54, 134 Lens ................................................. 14, 15 Lens Cap ................................................ 15 Lens Hood .............................................. 18 Lens Rear Cap ........................................ 15 LONG SHUTTER NR ....................
Others Others Useful Information (For Latin American Countries Only) Customer Service Customer Service Directory Obtain information products and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.
For USA and Canada Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.
