Operating Instructions

Drive / Shutter / Image Stabilizer – Image Stabilizer
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 Using the Image Stabilizer
• When using a lens with an O.I.S. switch, set the switch on the lens to [ON].
• When using a lens that does not have a communication function with this camera,
after turning on the camera, a message asking for confirmation of the lens
information is displayed.
Correctly operating the image stabilization function requires that the focal length be
set to match the attached lens.
Set the focal length in accordance as prompted by the message.
This can also be set using the menu. ([Lens Information]: 267)
• When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the camera shake alert icon [ ]
may be displayed on the recording screen.
If this is displayed, we recommend using a tripod, the self timer or the Shutter
Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).
• We recommend turning off the image stabilizer function when using a tripod.
• The image stabilizer may cause vibration or produce operational sound during
operation, but these are not malfunctions.
• When the following function is being used, the image stabilizer function is not
available:
– High Resolution Mode
• When using a lens that does not have a communication function with this
camera, you can hide the message asking for confirmation of the lens
information that is displayed after turning on the camera:
([Lens Info. Confirmation]: 604)
• You can display the reference point and check the camera shake status:
([I.S. Status Scope]: 593)