Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-GF2 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Standard Accessories ...............................5 Names and Functions of Components......6 About the Lens ........................................12 Playing Back Motion Pictures..................46 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)....................................48 Deleting Pictures .....................................53 Setting the Menu .....................................55 • Setting menu items ...........................
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Mode)...............107 • [PORTRAIT] ....................................107 • [SOFT SKIN] ...................................108 • [SCENERY].....................................108 • [ARCHITECTURE] ..........................108 • [SPORTS] .......................................108 • [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS].............109 • [FLOWER].......................................109 • [FOOD]............................................110 • [OBJECTS] ..........
Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures .............................165 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ....169 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures .....................................176 Connecting to a PC ...............................179 Printing the Pictures ..............................182 Others Optional accessories.............................188 Screen Display ......................................192 Cautions for Use ...................................
Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.
Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 Sensor 2 Self-timer indicator (P83)/ AF Assist Lamp (P144) 3 Flash (P71) 4 Lens fitting mark (P15) 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button (P16) 1 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 Flash open button (P71) Speaker (P47) 8 Rear dial (P10) Touch panel/LCD monitor (P9, 38, 67, 192) Playback button (P38, 46) [Q.
Before Use 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Stereo microphone Shutter button (P34) Motion picture button (P44) Focus distance reference mark (P92) Hot shoe cover (P8, 188, 190) Camera ON/OFF switch (P28) Status indicator (P28) Intelligent Auto button (P48) 16 17 18 19 24 Shoulder strap eyelet (P17) • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
Before Use ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe. To use the Optional Live Viewfinder (P188) or External Flash (P190), please remove the hot shoe cover. Remove the hot shoe cover by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow 2 while pressing it in the direction indicated by arrow 1. Note • When not using the Optional Live Viewfinder or External Flash, be sure to attach the hot shoe cover. • Please be careful not to lose the hot shoe cover.
Before Use Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. • It may not operate properly when multiple This is used when performing tasks such as moving to the next image by dragging horizontally, or changing the range of the displayed image. This can also be used to perform tasks such as switching the screen by operating the slide bar. To touch and release the touch panel.
Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button or Press 4 Even when the camera is operated using the touch panel, 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. Cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc.
Before Use [Q.MENU] button/Function button A :[Q.MENU/Fn] button [Q.MENU/Fn] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or as [Fn] (function button). At the time of purchase, it is initially set to Quick Menu. To switch the setting, select using [Q.MENU/Fn] in [CUSTOM] menu. • Some of the menus can be called up easily when [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) is selected. Refer to P58 for details about the Quick Menu. • Some of the functions can be called up easily when [Fn] (function button) is selected.
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). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures. ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
Before Use Interchangeable lenses that can be used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto Aperture Operation (As of December 2010) (±: Usable, ¥: Some functions/features limited, —: Not usable) when recording still pictures Lens type while recording motion pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Interchangeable lens (H-H014) ± ([AFS], [AFC]) ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) ± ([AFS], [AFC]) ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 — — — — Other Micro Four Thirds mount s
Before Use ¢1 Mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional) is necessary to use with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional) is necessary. ¢3 This function is not supported by some Micro Four Thirds mount specification lenses. For lens operations, please see our website. ¢4 When recording motion pictures, the focus is continuously adjusted for both [AFS] and [AFC] (P43).
Preparation Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P197, P198 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. 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.
Preparation Detaching a lens from the camera body Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button D while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside. • Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not get scratched. Note • It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the lens surface when carrying.
Preparation Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper. Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the hole on the other side of the stopper.
Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit 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 plug-in type Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. 90° inlet type ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator A of the charger will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem.
Preparation ∫ Charging time Charging time Approx. 120 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal. Note • Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Battery indication The battery indication is displayed on the screen. [It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
Preparation ∫ Recording still pictures [when using the Optional Live Viewfinder (P188)] (By CIPA standard in Programme AE Mode) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures Recording time Approx. 165 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 310 pictures Recording time Approx. 155 min Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
Preparation ∫ Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Playback time Approx. 250 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Playback time Approx. 240 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced.
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. OPEN LOCK • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it.
Preparation About the Card About cards that can be used with this unit The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.) Type of card which can be used with this unit SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) Remarks • SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.
Preparation Note • Write-Protect switch A provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original position.) • The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.
Preparation ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [9999i] is displayed if there are more than 10000 pictures remaining.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) Clock can be set with touch operation only at the time of purchase. To change the clock settings, refer to [CLOCK SET] in the [SETUP] menu (P60). • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. A [MENU/SET] button • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Touch [LANGUAGE SET]. Select the language. Touch [CLOCK SET].
Preparation Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET]. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed. Note • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.) • The clock is displayed when [ ] is touched several times during recording.
Basic Basic Selecting the [REC] Mode Press [MENU/SET]. A [MENU/SET] button Touch [REC MODE]. • A screen listing the [REC] Mode is displayed. • It is also possible to display the screen listing the [REC] Mode by touching the [REC] Mode icon in [REC] Mode. Touch the [REC] Mode to select. •[ ] is displayed when [ ] is touched, and a description of the [REC] Mode is displayed when [REC] Mode is touched. It will return to the screen listing the [REC] Mode when [CANCEL] is touched, and [ ] will disappear.
Basic ∫ List of [REC] Modes Programme AE Mode (P34) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P100) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P100) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P102) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.
Basic Taking a Still picture How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFC) 1 2 Select [FOCUS MODE] from the [REC] Mode menu. (P56) Press [MENU/SET] to select the item. • Normally use the [AFS]. AFS “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Focus will be fixed while it is pressed halfway. AFC “AFC” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Continuous”.
Basic 3 Press the shutter button halfway. A A Focus indication B AF area B (Focusing action for [AFS]) When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication On Blinks AF area Green — Sound Beeps 2 times — Focus Note • Focus sound will not beep if the Focus Mode is set to [AFC]. Also, the AF area will not be displayed if the AF Mode is set to [ ]. • The focus range is different depending on the lens used. – When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used: 0.18 m (0.
Basic Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4( ). Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
Basic Tips for taking good pictures A AF assist lamp • Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button. • When taking pictures, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person, an object etc.
Basic 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. 1 2 A B Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.
Basic Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. 1 Touch [ × ] in Recording Mode. ], and taking a picture with the • Icon will change to [ Touch Shutter function becomes possible. 2 Touch the subject you wish to focus on, and then take a picture.
Basic Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. A [(] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging (P9) the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button. • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status.
Basic Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Touch [ ] to switch the monitor screen. • During Playback Zoom (P42), while playing back motion pictures (P46) and during a slide show (P149), you can only select “Normal display A” or “No display E”. • Histogram C is displayed in R (red), G (green), B (blue), and Y (luminance) during the playback. 1/9 60 F2.5 0 WB ISO AWB 100 AFS P F2.5 60 0 100 AWB F2.5 60 0 ISO100 10:00 1.DEC.
Basic Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the rear dial left. 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display B Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures C Slide bar • Rotate the rear dial right to return to the previous screen. You can also switch to the Multi Playback screen by touching [ ] A. • It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the following icons.
Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. • Calendar screen can be also displayed by touching [ CAL ]. Touch [3]/[4] to select the month to be played back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. ] to display the multi playback screen. • Touch [ Select the date you wish to play back, and then touch [SET]. Select the picture you wish to play back.
Basic Using the Playback Zoom A Touch the part to enlarge. 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • Picture can be enlarged also by rotating the rear dial right. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates. Move the position to be displayed by dragging the picture (P9). • When you move the position to be displayed, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second.
Basic [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. 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. Refer to page 13 for details.
Basic Recording Motion Picture Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the [REC] mode is set to [ ] (Programme AE Mode). Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A C A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time • Sound will be heard when pressing the motion picture button indicating start/stop of motion picture recording. • The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures.
Basic Note • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. • Audio will not be recorded for 0.5 seconds after it starts recording if the motion picture button is kept pressed. Release the motion picture button right after you press it. • The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures • This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were taken with this model (only). • Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(].
Basic ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. 2 Operate control panel by touching. C Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind¢2 D Play/Pause E Fast forward, Frame-by-frame forward¢2 F Stop G Reduce volume level¢1 H Increase volume level¢1 ¢1 You can also adjust the volume level by using the rear dial.
Basic [REC] Mode: ñ Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (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. Press [¦]. A [¦] button • [¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode.
Basic When recording motion pictures ¦ > [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-LOW LIGHT] [i-MACRO] • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set. • When [ ],[ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure.
Basic AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. • [ ] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame will be displayed in yellow, and it will determine the most appropriate scene for the locked subject. • AF Tracking is cancelled when [ ] is touched.
Basic Defocus control function You can set to your preferred blurriness. 1 Touch [ × ] to display the setting screen. 2 3 Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [ • Defocus Control is cancelled by touching [ ]. ]. Note • Blurriness may change during motion picture recording depending on the recording conditions.
Basic • The settings of the following items are fixed. Item Settings [ECONOMY] ([SLEEP MODE]) (P62) [5MIN.
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. A [(] button To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch [ ]. Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. Touch [YES].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures Touch [ ]. Touch [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL]. • [DELETE ALL] > step 5. Select the picture to be deleted. (repeat this step) •[ ] appears on the selected pictures. Touching again cancels the setting. • The screen can be switched by dragging the slide bar up or down (P9). Touch [OK]. Touch [YES]. ∫ When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P160) setting The selection screen is displayed again.
Basic Setting the Menu When [MENU/SET] is pressed, [REC MODE] and 5 menus ([REC], [MOTION PICTURE], [CUSTOM], [SETUP], and [PLAYBACK]) are displayed. In the 5 different menus, there are menus that allow you to setup the recording or playback to your preference, or make it more fun and easier to use the camera. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Basic Setting menu items This section describes how to setup the menu items. • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P147) in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase. Press [MENU/SET]. Select the menu by pressing 3/4/2/1 or by rotating the rear dial. • Press [ ] to return to the recording screen. • It can also be set by the touch operation. Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.
Basic Select the settings by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • The figure on the right is an example of setting [I.DYNAMIC] from [OFF] to [HIGH]. or Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set. or Press [ ] to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] mode menu 1 Press 2. A A Menu toggle icon 2 Press 4 or rotate the rear dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ].
Basic Setting the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • It is possible to operate with the cursor button and rear dial. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Items that cannot be used are displayed in grey. Press [Q.MENU/Fn] to display the Quick Menu. A Touch Quick Menu icon • Quick Menu can also be displayed by touching [ ]. When [Q.
Basic ∫ Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item. Up to 10 items to be used can be setup as Quick Menus. Set the menu items depending on the recording conditions, etc. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Select the menu in the top row and drag it to the bottom row. D Items that can be setup as Quick Menus. E Items that can be displayed in the Quick Menu screen. • If there is no empty space in the bottom row, drag it into the menu item to be replaced. New item can be set replacing the old item.
Basic Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. 1 Press 2/1 to select the items, and press 3/4 to set. : : A Time at the home area B Time at the travel destination (P127) •[ ]: Cancel without setting the clock. U [CLOCK SET] To set the display order and the time display format.
Basic Brightness, colour, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder is adjusted. 1 [MONITOR]/ [VIEWFINDER] 2 Select the settings by pressing 3/ 4, and adjust with 2/1 or the rear dial. • There are 4 settings: [BRIGHTNESS], [CONTRAST•SATURATION], [RED TINT] (colour adjustment between red and green), and [BLUE TINT] (colour adjustment between orange and blue). Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the LCD monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. q [ECONOMY] p [SLEEP MODE]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]/[1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.] [AUTO LCD OFF]: The LCD monitor is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]/[15SEC.]/[30SEC.
Basic Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). x [USB MODE] y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set after or before connecting to a PC.
Basic 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. [720p]: The progressive method with 720 available scan lines is used for output.
Basic Setup the output method for 3D pictures. [3D PLAYBACK] [ ]: Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television. [ ]: Set when connecting to a television not compatible with 3D. Set this when you would like to view pictures in 2D (conventional image) on a 3D compatible television. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P167 for the method to playback 3D pictures in 3D.
Basic [VERSION DISP.] This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked. • [–. –] is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is not mounted. v [NO.RESET] Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. (P181) • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset.
Recording Recording Switching the display of the LCD Monitor Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Touch [ ] to change. L × AFS -3 0 ＋3 × 9 A Normal display¢1, 2 B No display¢1 ¢1 Guide lines are displayed when the [GUIDE LINE] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to anything except [OFF]. ¢2 Histograms are displayed when the [HISTOGRAM] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON]. It is also possible to display the Exposure meter by setting the [EXPO.METER] of the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON].
Recording ∫ Set the position of the guide line with [ ] • Set the [GUIDE LINE] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ ]. Touch [ ] above the guide line, and drag it to the position you want to move it to (P9). • You can also set the position of the guide line with the cursor button in the [CUSTOM] menu. • When it is difficult to move the guide line on the screen edge by touch operation, use the cursor button to set the position.
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Tele Conversion (EX)/ Using the Digital Zoom [You can only use the Optical Zoom in [ Conversion in [¿] mode.] ], and the Optical Zoom, the Extra Tele You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele) by turning the zoom ring. (The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not support the zoom ring function.) To enlarge further, set the [EX.
Recording Note • With the Extra Tele Conversion, for example, when it is set to [ ] (equal to 3 million pixels), it will take the picture using the 3 million pixels in the centre out of the 12.1 million pixels of the imaging device, resulting to be more of a telephoto picture. • 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.
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A To open the flash B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. Note • Be careful when opening the flash as the flash will jump out. • Be careful not to catch a finger when closing a flash bulb. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Applicable modes: Set the built-in flash to match the recording. • Open the flash.
Recording Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make ‡: AUTO it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. : It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye AUTO/Red-Eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then ¢ Reduction activated again for the actual recording. • Use this when you take pictures of people in low lighting conditions.
Recording ∫ About the Digital Red-Eye Correction When [RED-EYE REMOVAL] on the [REC] Mode menu has been set to [ON] and Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. (Only available when the AF Mode is set to [š] and Face Detection is active) • Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected.
Recording ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. ISO sensitivity When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Available flash range When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Available flash range Wide Tele AUTO 50 cm (1.64 feet) to 4.8 m (15.7 feet)¢ 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.4 m (11.2 feet)¢ 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 2.1 m (6.88 feet)¢ ISO100 50 cm (1.64 feet) to 2.4 m (7.87 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.7 m (5.58 feet) 30 cm (0.
Recording ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ 1/60¢1 to 1/4000th ‰ 1/60¢2 to 1/160th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/4000th Œ 60 to 1/4000th ¢1 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode. ¢2 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and 60 seconds in the Manual Exposure Mode. • When the flash is activated, the shutter speed cannot be set to faster than 1/160th of a second.
Recording [REC] Mode: Optical Image Stabilizer Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. – The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not supports the stabilizer function. – The interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) support the stabilizer function.
Recording ∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER], a tripod or the self-timer (P83). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow Sync. – Slow Sync.
Recording [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. Underexposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press the rear dial to switch to Exposure Compensation operation. A B Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure. A Exposure Compensation value B [EXPO.
Recording [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. Press 4 ( ). Touch burst icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the burst speed. [H] (High speed) [M] (Middle speed) [L] (Low speed) Burst speed (pictures/second) 3.2 2.
Recording Touch [SET]. 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. ∫ Focusing in Burst Mode The focus changes depending on the setting for [FOCUS PRIORITY] (P144) in the [CUSTOM] menu and the setting for [FOCUS MODE] (P132) in [REC] mode menu.
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 5 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. 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 Press 4 ( ). Touch Auto Bracket icon ([ 3 1/3 ], etc.). Select and touch the step. Touch [SET].
Recording ∫ Changing the settings for [ Bracket / SETTINGS], [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in Auto 1 2 Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [ / SETTINGS], [STEP] or [SEQUENCE] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 4 ( ). Touch self-timer icon ([ 10 ], etc.). Select and touch the time setting for the self timer. Item Settings 10 seconds After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. 2 seconds Touch [SET]. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. A When self-timer is set to [ ]. • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus.
Recording Note • Time setting for the self timer can also be set by [SELF-TIMER] in the [REC] menu. • Setting of the time setting for the self timer the [REC] menu is not possible when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. • When using a tripod etc., setting the self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient way to avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button. • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer.
Recording [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. Also, it is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch panel. Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition. Set the [FOCUS MODE] to [AFS] or [AFC] (P32). • [AFS] or [AFC] will not operate with certain lenses. For details, refer to P13. Press 2 ( ). Touch the item. Touch [SET].
Recording About [š] (Face Detection) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) When the camera detects a person’s face, the AF area is displayed. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected.
Recording Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. • The AF area turns yellow while the subject is locked. • Lock is cancelled when [ ] is touched. ∫ When operating buttons Place the subject in the AF tracking frame, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject.
Recording About [ ] (23-area-focusing) Up to 23 points for each AF area can be focused. This is effective when the subject is not in the centre of the screen. (AF area frame will be same as image aspect ratio setting) Note • The 23 AF areas can be divided into 9 areas and the area to be focused can be set. (P89) • AF area is not displayed until it is in focus. Also, when the [FOCUS MODE] is set to [AFC], the AF area is not displayed even if it is in focus.
Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area ∫ When operating the touch panel When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. 1 Touch the subject. • AF area setting screen is displayed. • When you touch outside the AF area frame A, it will display the AF area setting screen, but the AF area will not be set. • The AF area returns to the centre when [Q.MENU/Fn] is pressed. A 2 3 Touch the slide bar to change the size of AF area frame.
Recording ∫ When operating buttons 1 Press 2/1 to select [š], [ ], or [Ø], and press 4. • AF area setting screen is displayed. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the AF area. • The AF area returns to the centre when [Q.MENU/Fn] is pressed. • AF area can be enlarged by rotating the rear dial to the right, and reduced by rotating to the left when [š] or [Ø] is selected. It can be changed to 4 different sizes. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Recording [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] in [REC] mode menu to [MF]. (P56) A Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. • When the [MF ASSIST] in the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON], screen will be enlarged about 5 times as MF Assist.
Recording Technique for Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it a little more. 3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in reverse. Note • If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again. • After cancelling Sleep Mode, focus on the subject again. • If you are taking close-up pictures – We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P83). – The effective focus range (depth of field) is significantly narrowed.
Recording [REC] Mode: Adjusting the White Balance 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. Press 1 ( ). Touch the White Balance to select. Touch [SET].
Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In a case like this, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB]. 1 Auto White Balance will work within this range.
Recording ∫ Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Select [ 1 ], [ 2 ] and then touch [WHITE SET]. • The White Balance setting screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the centre is filled by the white object only and then touch [SET]. toward 3. Note • White Balance may not be set when the subject is too bright or too dark.
Recording ∫ Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. 1 Select the White Balance and then touch [ADJUST.]. • The White Balance adjust screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button 2 Touch within the frame to finely adjust. • You can finely adjust also by touching [G_]/[M`]/[A]/ toward 4. [B], or pressing 3/4/2/1 of the cursor button.
Recording ∫ 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. 1 Finely adjust the White Balance in step 2 of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance” procedure, and touch [ ]/ [ ] to set the bracket. • Bracket settings can also be made by rotating the rear dial.
Recording [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 ( ). Touch the ISO sensitivity to select. Touch [SET].
Recording ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimise the jitter of the subject. • The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is continuously changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.
Recording [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 [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value.
Recording Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording when recording a motion picture. • Aperture or shutter speed can be set by touching [F] (aperture) or [SS] (shutter speed) and then touching the exposure meter bar in the Quick Menu (P58). • The brightness of the LCD monitor and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the playback screen. • Set the aperture value to a higher number when the subject is too bright in Aperture-Priority AE Mode.
Recording [REC] Mode: ² Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually 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 [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.
Recording Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording when recording a motion picture. • Aperture or shutter speed can be set by touching [F] (aperture) or [SS] (shutter speed) and then touching the exposure meter bar in the Quick Menu (P58). • The brightness of the LCD monitor and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the playback screen. • If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red and blink when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Recording Using the function button By assigning functions to the [Fn] (function) button, you can use [AF/ AE LOCK] that allows you to take pictures with fixed exposure or focus, [PREVIEW] that allows you to confirm the effect of aperture and shutter speed, and other functions. Set [Q.MENU/Fn] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [Fn]. (P56) A Q.MENU/Fn button Select [Fn BUTTON SET] in [CUSTOM] menu. Select the function you want to assign and press [MENU/SET].
Recording Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. 1 2 3 4 Set [Fn BUTTON SET] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [AF/AE LOCK]. (P56) Align the screen with the subject. Press [Q.MENU/Fn] to fix the focus or exposure. A AE lock indication • AF/AE Lock is cancelled by pressing [Q.MENU/Fn] button again.
Recording Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set. • Confirm the effects of shutter speed: Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual picture that will be taken with that shutter speed.
Recording [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 [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Touch the Scene Mode to select. • Description of the selected scene mode is displayed on the screen. Touch [SET].
Recording [SOFT SKIN] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [PORTRAIT]. (It is effective when taking pictures of people from the chest up.) ∫ Technique for Soft Skin Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom ring as far as possible to Tele. (when a lens with a zoom function is used) 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective. Note • If a part of the background etc.
Recording [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS] This mode makes it easy to pick out the subject on which to focus and blurs the background to make the subject stand out. ∫ Setting the AF area 1 Touch the subject to move the AF area. • AF area can also be moved by pressing the cursor button. 2 Touch [SET]. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • Quick AF is performed automatically.
Recording [FOOD] You can take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. ∫ Technique for Food Mode • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • We recommend setting the flash to [Œ] when you take pictures at close range. Note • Refer to [FLOWER] for other information about this mode. [OBJECTS] You can take clear and vivid pictures of accessories or small objects in a collection.
Recording [NIGHT SCENERY] This allows you to take vivid pictures of the nightscape. ∫ Technique for Night Scenery Mode • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. Note • During motion picture recording, low light settings [ ] are used, which will provide better pictures in dimly lit rooms or at nightfall. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction.
Recording [BABY1]/[BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P153). ∫ Birthday/Name setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [AGE] or [NAME] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording [PET] Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P112. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • The initial setting for the AF Assist Lamp is [OFF]. • Intelligent ISO sensitivity control is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO800]. • The initial setting for the AF Mode is [ ].
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures while Adjusting Colour (My Colour Mode) You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the subject on the LCD monitor or Optional Live Viewfinder (Live View) (P188) and setting the desired effect. Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Touch the item. Item Effect [EXPRESSIVE] This is a pop art style image effect that emphasises the colour.
Recording ∫ Readjust the My Colour settings Return to above step 2 by pressing rear dial. Note • During Motion Picture Recording, settings for My Colour Mode are used. • My Colour settings are memorised even if the camera is turned off. • Auto Bracket cannot be used in My Colour Mode. • ISO sensitivity will be fixed to [AUTO], and white balance will be fixed to [AWB]. • [I.DYNAMIC], [COLOR SPACE] can be set only when the My Colour Mode is set to [CUSTOM].
Recording ∫ Adjusting the custom settings to achieve desired effects By selecting [CUSTOM], you can take pictures with colour, brightness and saturation adjusted to desired levels. 1 2 3 Touch [ CUST ]. Touch [SET]. Touch the item. Item 4 5 Adjustment contents [COLOR] This will adjust the colour of the image from red light to blue light. (11 steps in n5) [BRIGHTNESS] This will adjust the brightness of the image.
Recording [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 Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. • For details on setting up [REC] Mode, refer to P30. Select and touch the custom settings. • Settings for the selected custom set are displayed. • Only some of the menu items are displayed.
Recording ∫ Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set in advance the [REC] Mode you wish to save and select the desired menu settings on the camera. 1 2 3 Select [CUST. SET MEM.] in the [CUSTOM] menu. (P56) 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].
Recording [REC] Mode: Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function 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. [FACE RECOG.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera. [FACE RECOG.] will turn [ON] automatically when the face image is registered.
Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with the hair when registering. • Make sure there is no extreme shading on the face when registering.
Recording ∫ Registering face image of new person Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/SET]. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot be registered.
Recording Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item [NAME] Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” section on P128. [AGE] [ADD IMAGES] Press [ It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording ∫ Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 2 3 4 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press [MENU/SET]. (P56) 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]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording ∫ Auto Registration When [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a picture of a face that has a high number of appearances. • Registration screen is displayed after approximately 3 pictures. • It may be extremely hard to recognise only with [AUTO REGISTRATION], so register the face images with [FACE RECOG.] in the [REC] Mode menu beforehand.
Recording [REC] Mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Recording ∫ Cancelling the travel date The travel date is automatically cancelled if the current date is after the return date. If you want to cancel the travel date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen shown in step 3 and then press [ ] twice. If the [TRAVEL SETUP] is set to [OFF], [LOCATION] will be also set to [OFF]. Note • The travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set.
Recording Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. 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. (P60) 1 Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [NAME] of [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] (P112) in Scene Mode. – [NAME] in [FACE RECOG.] (P122) – [LOCATION] in [TRAVEL DATE] (P125) – [TITLE EDIT] (P152) Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register.
Recording Using the [REC] Mode Menu For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P56. • [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] Mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu. [ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method.
Recording [PICTURE SIZE] Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. Applicable modes: ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. (12M) 4000k3000 pixels (6M) 2816k2112 pixels (3M) 2048k1536 pixels ∫ When the aspect ratio is [Y]. (10.5M) 4000k2672 pixels (5M) 2816k1880 pixels (2.5M) 2048k1360 pixels ∫ When the aspect ratio is [W]. (9M) 4000k2248 pixels (4.
Recording [QUALITY] Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Applicable modes: [A]: Fine (when giving priority to the picture quality) [›]: Standard (when using the standard picture quality and increasing the number of pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels) [ ]: RAWiFine (In addition to the [RAW] settings, a fine-equivalent JPEG image is simultaneously created.
Recording [FOCUS MODE] Applicable modes: [AFS]/[AFC]/[MF] • Refer to P32 for details. [QUICK AF] As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. • Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject.
Recording [METERING MODE] 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. [ ]: Centre weighted This is the method used to focus on the subject on the centre of the screen and measure the whole screen evenly.
Recording [FLASH] [‡]/[ ]/[‰]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] Note • Refer to P71 for details. [RED-EYE REMOVAL] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P73 for details. [I.RESOLUTION] Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH]/[EXTENDED] Note • [EXTENDED] allows you to take natural pictures with a higher resolution. • The speed of burst and continuous recording becomes slower when [EXTENDED] is used.
Recording [I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] Note • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions. •[ ] in the screen turns to yellow when [I.DYNAMIC] is in effect. • [LOW], [STANDARD], or [HIGH] represents the maximum range of effect.
Recording [LONG SHTR NR] 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. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • If you set [ON], the countdown screen is displayed when the shutter button is pressed. Do not move the camera at this time. After the countdown is finished, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same time as the selected shutter speed for signal processing.
Recording [SELF-TIMER] [ ]/[ ]/[ ] Note • Refer to P83 for details. [PICTURE ADJUST] Adjusting the picture quality for the recorded pictures. Applicable modes: 1 2 Press 2/1 to select [COLOR] or [B/W]. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. Item [CONTRAST] Effect Increases the difference between the brightness and the [r] darkness in the picture.
Recording [COLOR SPACE] Set this when you want to correct the colour reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. Applicable modes: [sRGB]: Colour space is set to sRGB colour space. This is widely used in computer related equipment. [AdobeRGB]: Colour space is set to AdobeRGB colour space. AdobeRGB is mainly used for business purposes such as professional printing because it has a greater range of reproducible colours than sRGB.
Recording Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P56. • [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] Mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] Mode 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 [REC] Mode menu. [REC MODE] This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
Recording [REC QUALITY] This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Applicable modes: When [AVCHD(1080i)] is selected Item Quality (bit rate)¢1 [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels Approx. 17 Mbps¢2 [FH] 1920k1080 pixels Approx. 13 Mbps¢2 fps Aspect ratio 50i (Sensor output is 25 fps) 16:9 fps Aspect ratio 50p (Sensor output is 25 fps) 16:9 When [AVCHD(720p)] is selected Item Quality (bit rate)¢1 [SH] 1280k720 pixels Approx. 17 Mbps¢2 [H] 1280k720 pixels Approx.
Recording [CONTINUOUS AF] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P43 for details. [WIND CUT] This reduces the wind noise in the audio recording. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] Note • Sound quality will be different than usual when [WIND CUT] is set. [MIC LEVEL DISP.] Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the screen. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] Adjust the sound input level to 4 different levels. Applicable modes: [LEVEL1] to [LEVEL4] [FLICKER RED.
Recording Perform these settings if you need to. Using the [CUSTOM] Menu For details on how to select the [CUSTOM] menu settings, refer to P56. [CUST. SET MEM.] [ ]/[ ]/[ ] • Refer to P118 for details. [Q.MENU/Fn] — • Refer to P11 for details. [Fn BUTTON SET] — • Refer to P104 for details. [HISTOGRAM] [OFF]/[ON] • Refer to P68 for details. [GUIDE LINE] [OFF]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] • Refer to P67 for details.
Recording [EXPO.METER] Select whether or not to display the exposure meter when the [REC] Mode is set to ³/±/´/² etc. [OFF]/[ON] • Set to [ON] to display the [EXPO.METER] when correcting exposure, performing programme shift, setting aperture, and setting shutter speed. • Unsuitable areas of the range are displayed in red. • When [EXPO.METER] is not displayed, switch the display information for LCD monitor by touching [ ]. (P67) • The [EXPO.
Recording It will set so no picture can be taken when it is out of focus. [OFF]: This gives priority to the best time to take a picture so you can take a picture when the shutter button is pressed fully. [ON]: You cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus. [FOCUS PRIORITY] • If you set [OFF], be careful as the picture may not be properly focused even if [AFS] or [AFC] in [FOCUS MODE] is set. • This does not operate during motion picture recording.
Recording [MF ASSIST] [OFF]/[ON] • Refer to P91 for details. [MF GUIDE] [OFF]/[ON] • Refer to P91 for details. It is possible to set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto Mode will operate. [¦ BUTTON SWITCH] [SINGLE PRESS]: It will switch to Intelligent Auto Mode by pressing [¦]. [PRESS AND HOLD]: It will switch to Intelligent Auto Mode by pressing [¦] for a while. [ BUTTON] [ REC AREA] Enables/disables the motion picture button.
Recording Enables/disables the [ ] (Touch Quick Menu icon). [OFF]: [ ] is not displayed on the screen, and Quick Menu cannot be displayed by the touch operation. [ON]: [ ] is displayed on the screen, and Quick Menu can be displayed by touch operation. [TOUCH Q.MENU] Enables/disables the Touch Defocus Control function. [OFF]: [ × ] is not displayed on the screen, and Defocus Control cannot be used. [ON]: [ × ] is displayed on the screen, and Defocus Control can be used when [ × ] is touched.
Recording [DIAL GUIDE] Select whether or not to display the operation switch guide when the [REC] Mode is set to ³/±/´/² etc. [OFF]/[ON] • It will display dial operation guide to the screen that is possible to perform Exposure Compensation, Programme Shift, aperture setting, or shutter speed setting when set to [ON]. A Dial operation guide A [MENU RESUME] The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is turned off.
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Touch [ ] during Motion Picture playback by touch operation. • Motion picture is paused. Touch [ ]. Touch [YES]. Touch [ ] to finish. Note • It will be saved with [PICTURE SIZE] set to [S] (2 M), [ASPECT RATIO] set to [W], and [QUALITY] set to [›]. • Still pictures created from a motion picture may be coarser than with normal picture quality.
Playback/Editing Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [CROPPING] 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. [2D/3D SETTINGS] Playback methods for the 3D pictures can be switched.
Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. ] is pressed. • The menu screen is restored when [ • When it is setup not to display the display information of the playback screen, the cursor can be displayed by pressing [MENU/SET] during playback of the slide show. A B C D ¢ Play/Pause Stop Back to previous picture¢ Ahead to next picture¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode or during motion picture playback.
Playback/Editing [PLAYBACK MODE] Playback in [NORMAL PLAY], [PICTURE PLAY], [AVCHD PLAY], [MOTION JPEG PLAY], [3D PLAY], [CATEGORY PLAY] or [FAVORITE PLAY] can be selected. 1 2 Select [PLAYBACK MODE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. • [FAVORITE PLAY] can be selected only when [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu (P160) is at [ON] and there are pictures already set as favourites.
Playback/Editing [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P153). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) 1 2 Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • [’] is displayed for pictures with titles [SINGLE] [MULTI] already registered.
Playback/Editing [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a picture size larger than [S] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) 1 2 Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Playback/Editing 6 Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [OFF] [SHOOTING DATE] [W/OTIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [WITHTIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] [ ]: Name registered in Face Recognition will be stamped. [NAME] [ ]: Stamps names on pictures that already have been registered name settings of [BABY1]/ [BABY2] or [PET] in Scene Mode. [OFF] [LOCATION] [ON]: Stamps the travel destination name set under [LOCATION].
Playback/Editing [VIDEO DIVIDE] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. It cannot be restored once divided. 1 2 Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Motion picture is played back. 3 Press 3 at the location to divide. • Motion picture is paused.
Playback/Editing [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 2 Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2/1 to select the size¢, and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 2 3 Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Rear dial (right): Enlargement Rear dial (left): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move 4 5 Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Press [ ] to return to the menu screen.
Playback/Editing [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y], a [X] or a [ ratio. ] aspect 1 2 3 Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [Y], [X] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select a picture taken with [W] aspect ratio, and then press [MENU/SET]. 4 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.
Playback/Editing [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) 1 2 3 Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) • The [ROTATE] function is disabled when [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [OFF]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [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. • Play back only the pictures set as favourites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) • Delete all the pictures not set as favourites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) 1 Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) 2 Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot set pictures as favourites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF].
Playback/Editing [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. For details, ask at your photo printing store. 1 Select [PRINT SET] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) 2 Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing 1. • When you go to a photo printing store for digital printing, be sure to order the printing of the date additionally if required. • Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date. For further information, ask at your photo printing store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer.
Playback/Editing [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. 1 Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) 2 Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • When [CANCEL] is selected, see “Cancelling all the [PROTECT] settings”. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] When [MULTI] has been selected • Repeat these steps for each picture. • The settings are cancelled when [MENU/SET] is pressed again.
Playback/Editing [FACE REC EDIT] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. 1 2 3 Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot select pictures for which Face Recognition information has not been registered. 4 Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE] > step 6.
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D picture The image is an illustration. Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera. Bring the subject into the frame and record by pressing the shutter button fully.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional), the following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation • Recording motion pictures¢1 • [DYNAMIC ART] in My Colour Mode • Defocus control function ¢1 The motion picture button and the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu will be unavailable or unusable.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back 3D pictures Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to playback the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are capable of playing back 3D pictures recorded using the unit, see the support site below.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Functions that cannot be set/do not work with 3D pictures • [HIGHLIGHT] in the [CUSTOM] menu¢ • Playback Zoom¢ • Deleting pictures¢ • Editing functions of [PLAYBACK] Mode menu ([TITLE EDIT]/[TEXT STAMP]/[VIDEO DIVIDE]/ [RESIZE]/[CROPPING]/[ASPECT CONV.]/[ROTATE]/[ROTATE DISP.]/[FAVORITE]¢/[PRINT SET]¢/[PROTECT]¢/[FACE REC EDIT]¢) ¢ Can be used when displayed in 2D.
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P63) Turn this unit and the TV off. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert. B AV cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. • When you play back a picture vertically, it may be blurry. • You can view pictures on TVs in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system when you set [VIDEO OUT] in the [SETUP] menu. • Audio will be played back as stereo (2ch).
Connecting to other equipment Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket You can enjoy high quality pictures and motion pictures on the TV by connecting the camera with the HDMI compatible high-definition TV using HDMI mini cable (optional). Preparations: Check the [HDMI MODE]. (P64) Turn this unit and the TV off. HDMI IN 1 HDMI socket 2 TV with HDMI socket 3 HDMI mini (C type) A Align the marks, and insert.
Connecting to other equipment Note • During HDMI output, no picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. • During HDMI output, [ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor of this unit when played back in 1 screen display (image is not displayed). Touch [ ] to switch the display information. • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).
Connecting to other equipment Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the TV. Multi Playback This is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. 3/4/2/1: Select the image. [OK]: Go to one screen display. Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [OPTION]: Display the Playback Mode selection screen. • The type of data for playback changes in the order of [ALL] > [ ]>[ ]>[ ]>[ ] > [ALL].
Connecting to other equipment Note • Operation icons are hidden by pressing [RETURN], or if no operation is performed for a while when the operation icons are displayed. Operation icons are displayed when one of the following buttons is pressed while the operation icons are not displayed. – 3/4/2/1, [OK], [OPTION], [RETURN], Red button, Green button, Yellow button • It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
Connecting to other equipment Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format. (JPEG, RAW, MPO, AVCHD, or Motion JPEG). Here are a few suggestions.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copy the playback image using an AV cable File formats that can be used: [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disk, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a Blu-ray Disk Recorder, DVD recorder, or video. This can be played back with equipment that is not compatible with high-definition (AVCHD), so it is convenient for distributing copies. Image will be standard quality instead of high-definition at this time.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition” File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW], [MPO], [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD], using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition” in the CD-ROM (supplied).
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.
Connecting to other equipment Connect the camera to a PC via the USB connection cable A (supplied). • 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. Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET].
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the card using the PC (folder composition) Folders and images processed in the PC cannot be played back on the camera. It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) when you write the image from PC to a card.
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Perform the print quality and other settings at the printer before printing the pictures.
Connecting to other equipment 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 (optional). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off, and disconnect the USB connection cable. • Motion pictures recorded cannot be printed out.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 1 Press 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/SET]. • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print the pictures. PictBridge MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL PRINT SET (DPOF) FAVORITE CANCEL Item SELECT SET Description of settings [MULTI SELECT] Multiple pictures are printed at one time.
Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step 3 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. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ [PAPER SIZE] Item { Description of settings 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] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER] 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
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 prioritised. 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.
Others Others Optional accessories Optional Live Viewfinder When using the Optional Live Viewfinder (DMW-LVF1; optional), you can view the recording screen even when taking pictures with a low camera angle. Preparations: • Turn off the camera. • Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera. (P8) Insert the Optional Live Viewfinder fully and securely into the hot shoe. Switch [ON] the camera. •[ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor. It may not be connected properly if it does not display.
Others ∫ Monitor priority When [PLAY ON LCD] is set to [ON] on the [CUSTOM] menu (P145), the LCD monitor is turned on when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode. You can save the time it would take to switch the display to the LCD monitor even when using the Live Viewfinder to record. Note • When attaching and detaching the optional live viewfinder, be sure to do so slowly and carefully. • The Optional Live Viewfinder cannot be used with the external flash.
Others External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500; optional), 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. • Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera. (P8) ∫ Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL220; optional) Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe and then turn on the camera and the dedicated flash.
Others Note • This cannot be used simultaneously with the Optional Live Viewfinder. • You can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even when attaching the external flash. • Some commercial external flashes have synchro terminals with high-voltage or reversed polarity. Using such extra flashes may cause a malfunction or the camera may not operate normally.
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in Programme AE Mode [ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 ] (Initial setting) Recording Mode (P30) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flash Mode (P71) L REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (P139)/Recording quality (P140) 22 Picture size (P130) Quality (P131) 21 Optical Image Stabilizer¢1 (P76)/ : Jitter alert (P77) : Burst (P79) AFS 20 2.
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 23 Custom settings (P118) 24 WIND CUT (P141) 25 Extra Tele Conversion (when recording motion pictures) (P69) 26 Extra Tele Conversion (when taking still pictures) (P69) 27 Histogram (P68) 28 Intelligent Dynamic Range Control (P135) 29 Intelligent Resolution (P134) 30 Defocus control function (P51) 31 AF tracking operation (P50, 87) 32 White Balance Bracket (P97) ¢3 33 Available recording time¢2 (P27): 34 White Balance Fine Adjustment (P96) 35 White Balance (P93) 36 IS
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Playback Mode (P38) / : Motion picture playback (P46) 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Picture quality adjustment (P137) Protected picture (P163) 1 Number of prints (P161) 23 1/9 Picture size (P130) 3s 3s 22 REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (P139)/Recording quality (P140) 21 Quality (P131) 20 Intelligent Dynamic Range Control (P135) 19 Intelligent Resolution (P134) 0 100 AWB F2.
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 Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure. The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged. • Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to malfunction. – Places with a lot of sand or dust. – Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.
Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth. • Wipe off any dirt or dust on the zoom ring and the focus ring with a dry, dustless cloth. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc.
Others About the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder • Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colours may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder will be slightly darker than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases.
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. Always remove the battery after use. • Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).
Others About 3D ∫ About 3D recording With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance. • The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and therefore cause tiredness or discomfort. • When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional) is used, the minimum focus distance is 0.6 m (1.97 feet). When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens attached, be careful not to shake the unit.
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 When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: (Recommended temperature:15 oC to 25 oC, Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH) • Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. • If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned off. If the battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable even if charged.
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting. (P163) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED] • Pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others [MEMORY CARD PARAMETER ERROR]/[THIS MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE USED] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P25) • SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) • SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) • SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) [INSERT SD CARD AGAIN]/[TRY ANOTHER CARD] • An error has occurred accessing the card. > Insert the card again. > Insert a different card. [READ ERROR/WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD] • It has failed to read or write data. > Remove the card after turning the power [OFF].
Others [THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED WITH THIS CAMERA, AND NOT SUITABLE FOR MOVIE RECORDING.] • The writing speed is lower if the card has been formatted using a PC or other equipment. As a consequence, motion picture recording may stop in the middle. If this happens, make a backup of the data and format (P66) the card in this unit. [A FOLDER CANNOT BE CREATED] • A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P206–217). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P66) 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. • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery. • If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted. > Turn the camera off frequently by using the [ECONOMY] Mode etc.
Others Recording Taking pictures is not possible. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • Is the subject focused? > [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set to [ON] at the time of purchase, and so you cannot take pictures until the subject is in focus. If you want to be able to take a picture when you press the shutter button fully even if the subject is not focused, set [FOCUS PRIORITY] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [OFF].
Others Taking pictures using White Balance Bracket is not possible. • Is there any memory remaining on the card? The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) > Decrease the ISO sensitivity.
Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • If recording under fluorescent light, the brightness or the hue may change slightly when the shutter speed becomes fast. This occurs due to the characteristics of fluorescent light. It is not a malfunction.
Others Motion pictures Motion picture recording stops in the middle. • Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG]. • Depending on the type of the card, recording may stop in the middle.
Others Lens Recorded image may be warped, or nonexistent colour is surrounding the subject. • Depending on the lens used, picture may be warped slightly or you may see colours along the edge depending on the zoom factor, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped because the perspective is enhanced when the wide angle is used. This is not a malfunction.
Others LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder The LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on. • The LCD monitor turns off when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P62) is selected for the [ECONOMY] Mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (optional).] The LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder is too bright or dark. > Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder to a proper level. (P61) • Check [LCD MODE] setting.
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.] (P159) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P159) • You can only display the pictures rotated if you use a lens (P12) that supports the Direction Detection Function (P35) and [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON]. The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures.
Others [THUMBNAIL IS DISPLAYED] appears on the screen. • Is it a picture that has been recorded with other equipment? In such cases, these pictures may be displayed with a deteriorated picture quality. Red part of the recorded image has changed colour to black. • When Digital Red-Eye Correction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) is in operation, if you take a picture of subject with red colour surrounded by a skin tone colour, that red part may be corrected to black by the Digital Red-Eye Correction function.
Others VIERA Link does not work. • Is it connected properly with the HDMI mini cable (optional)? (P171) > Confirm that the HDMI mini-cable (optional) is firmly fitted. > Press [(] on this unit. • Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [ON]? (P64) > Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
Others Others The camera makes a noise when turned [ON]. • This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function working (P197); it is not a malfunction. There is a sound from lens unit. • It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when the power is turned [ON] or [OFF], and it is not a malfunction. • 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.
Others The file numbers are not recorded consecutively. • When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P181) The file numbers are recorded in ascending order. • If the battery was inserted or removed without first turning the camera’s power off, the folder and file numbers for the pictures taken will not be stored in the memory.
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