Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-G3 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................................5 Standard Accessories ...............................6 Names and Functions of Components......7 About the Lens ........................................14 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens .................15 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..................18 Charging the Battery ...............................19 • Charging ...........................................
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Mode)...............105 • [PORTRAIT] ....................................105 • [SOFT SKIN] ...................................106 • [SCENERY].....................................106 • [ARCHITECTURE] ..........................106 • [SPORTS] .......................................106 • [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS].............107 • [FLOWER].......................................107 • [FOOD]............................................108 • [OBJECTS] ..........
Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures .............................164 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen...................................................168 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures .....................................172 • Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder ....................................172 • Copy the playback image using an AV cable ....................................173 • Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” ......................
Before Use Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded. – Drop or hit the camera. – Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor. This camera is not dust/drip/water proof. Avoid using the camera in a location with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.
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 Flash (P72) 3 Self-timer indicator (P81)/ AF Assist Lamp (P140) 4 Lens fitting mark (P15) 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button (P16) 1 2 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 3 6 7 [LVF/LCD] button (P11) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Diopter adjustment dial (P11) Viewfinder (P11) Playback button (P48, 52) Motion picture button (P46) Camera ON/OFF switch (P28) Rear dial (P13) [DISP.
Before Use 21 Shoulder strap eyelet (P18) • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
Before Use ∫ Lens H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) H-FS045200 (LUMIX G VARIO 45– 200 mm/F4.0 – 5.6/ MEGA O.I.S.) 42 38 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 39 40 41 42 43 44 38 39 41 40 45 43 44 Tele Lens surface Focus ring (P89) Wide Zoom ring (P71) Contact point Lens fitting mark (P15) [O.I.S.] switch (P69) LCD Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor.
Before Use The LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs. This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the LCD monitor. • Do not cover the AF Assist Lamp with your fingers or other objects. ∫ Taking pictures at a high angle • This is convenient when there is someone in front of you and you cannot get close to the subject. • It can only be rotated 90o towards you. ∫ Taking pictures at a low angle • This is convenient when taking pictures of flowers etc.
Before Use Viewfinder ∫ Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder LV F/LC D Press [LVF/LCD] to switch the monitor screen. • You can switch between LCD (LCD monitor) display and LVF (Live Viewfinder) display. • Switching via the [LVF/LCD] button will be maintained even when the power of the digital camera is turned [OFF]. ∫ Monitor priority When [PLAY ON LCD] is set to [ON] on the [CUSTOM] menu, the LCD monitor is turned on when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode.
Before Use Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Drag Touch the screen To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. • When selecting features using the touch This is used to move the AF area, operate the slide bar, etc. This can also be used to move to the next image during playback, etc. panel, be sure to touch the centre of the desired icon.
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 About the Lens ∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
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 P189, P190 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. While pressing on the lens release button D, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • 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 Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimise lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at the top and bottom, and turn in the direction of the arrow until it stops. A Fitting to the mark.
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 ∫ 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. • 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 motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor) – [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Recordable time Approx. 110 min Actual recordable time Approx. 55 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS045200) is used Recordable time Approx. 100 min Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min – [MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality set to [HD]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Recordable time Approx.
Preparation ∫ Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Playback time Approx. 210 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS045200) is used Playback time Approx. 190 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. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever A.
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.) Remarks SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) • Use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD].
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 Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [REMAINING DISP.] (P141) in the [CUSTOM] menu. A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time ∫ 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 (P61). • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Touch [LANGUAGE SET]. Select the language. Touch [CLOCK SET].
Preparation Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET] in the confirmation screen. 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.) • If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you stamp the date on the pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P152) or order a photo studio to print the pictures.
Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode ∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dial Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. ∫ To select Intelligent Auto Mode Press [¦]. • [¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode. • The Recording Mode selected by the mode dial is disabled while the [¦] button is lit.
Basic ∫ Basic Intelligent Auto Mode (P38) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Programme AE Mode (P43) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P102) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P102) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
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 Recording Mode: 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 B Focus Mode Focus AFS When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication A On Blinks AF area B Green — Sound Beeps 2 times Focus Mode Focus — AFC When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication A On Blinks or Off AF area B Green¢1 — Sound Beeps 2 times¢2 — ¢1 When AF Mode is set to [ ], the first AF area at which focus is achieved may be displayed momentarily while pressing halfway.
Basic Taking a Still picture • Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4( ). Selecting the Recording Mode. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) • When the image is correctly focused, the picture will be taken, since the [FOCUS PRIORITY] (P139) is set initially to [ON].
Basic Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. 1 Touch [ × ] in Recording Mode. ], and taking a picture with the • Icon will change to [ 2 Touch the subject you wish to focus on, and then take a picture. • AF area with same function as [Ø] in AF Mode is Touch Shutter function becomes possible. displayed at the position you touch, and a picture is taken when it is focused.
Basic Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen [DISP./Fn1] button can be used in two ways, as [DISP.] (display) or as [Fn1] (function 1). At the time of purchase, it is initially set to [DISP.]. • To switch the setting, select using [DISP./Fn1] in [CUSTOM] menu. – Display information of the recording screen can be switched when [DISP.] is selected. – A function can be assigned to a button when [Fn1] is selected. Refer to P99 for details about the function button. Press [DISP.
Basic Recording 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. • The following functions are activated automatically.
Basic ∫ About the flash • Open the flash when the flash is to be used. (P72) • When [ ] is selected, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, Digital Red-Eye Correction is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red.
Basic Note • Due to conditions such as the ones below, a different scene may be identified for the same subject.
Basic Recording using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode The brightness and colour optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your preferences. This mode is useful for those who would like the settings made by the camera to match their preferences but do not like dealing with detailed settings. Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode. Select [iA MODE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 1 to select [ [MENU/SET].
Basic Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Touch [ × ] to display the setting screen. • When using the viewfinder, press the rear dial several times to display the Defocus Control setting screen. Touch the slide bar to set. • Setting can also be performed by rotating the rear dial. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [ ].
Basic Recording Mode: 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 mode dial to [ ]. Note • The shutter speed is automatically set between about 20 seconds and 1/4000th of a second in the following cases. – When the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [ISO160].
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 Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.
Basic Recording Mode: Recording Motion Pictures 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 14 for details.
Basic Recording Motion Pictures Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the Recording Mode is set to [³] (Programme AE Mode). Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A C A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time • The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures. • For the setting of the [REC MODE] and [REC QUALITY], refer to P133.
Basic Note • 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 will be accurately updated at the end of each recording.
Basic Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging (P12) 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 Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Touch [ ]. • It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the following icons. –[ ]: 1 screen –[ ]: 12 screens –[ ]: 30 screens – [ CAL ]: Calendar screen display • Playback screen can also be switched by rotating the rear dial. • If you select a picture with the Burst icon [˜], and press [MENU/SET], the pictures from within that Burst Picture Group will be played back using Multi Playback.
Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Touch [ CAL ] on the Multi Playback screen. 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]. Touch the picture you wish to play back. • To return to the calendar screen display, turn the rear dial left or touch [ CAL ].
Basic Using the Playback Zoom Touch the part to enlarge firmly. A 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • You can also enlarge/reduce the picture by rotating the rear dial. • 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. • You can move the enlarged part by dragging (P12) the screen. • Picture will return to the original size (1k) by touching [ ]. • When you touch [ ], the magnification becomes lower.
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.
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch [ ]. Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [YES].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 100¢) or all the pictures ¢ Burst group will be treated as a single picture. (All the pictures in the selected burst group will be deleted.) Touch [ ]. Touch [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL]. • [DELETE ALL] > Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [YES]. • It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favourite when [ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] is selected with the [DELETE ALL] set.
Basic Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximise your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P143) in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off.
Basic Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. Select the menu item by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen. or Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. 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].
Basic ∫ 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 [ ]. or 3 Press 1 or the rear dial. • Select a menu item next and set it. or Note • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications.
Basic Setting the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Items that cannot be used are displayed in grey. [Q.MENU/Fn2] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or as [Fn2] (function 2). At the time of purchase, it is initially set to Quick Menu. • To switch the setting, select using [Q.MENU/Fn2] in [CUSTOM] menu.
Basic ∫ Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item Up to 15 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. ]. A A Items that can be setup as Quick Menus. B 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. Setting Date/Time. 1 Press 2/1 to select the items, and press 3/4 to set. A [WORLD TIME] setting U [CLOCK SET] 2 To set the display order and the time display format.
Basic Set the time in your home area and travel destination. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. After selecting [DESTINATION] or [HOME], press 2/1 to select an area, and press [MENU/SET] to set. • Set [HOME] first thing after purchasing. [DESTINATION] can be set after setting up [HOME].
Basic Departure date and return date of the travel as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P152). [TRAVEL SETUP]: [OFF]: Elapsed days are not recorded. [SET]: Departure date and return date are set. Elapsed days (how many days after) of the travel are recorded.
Basic u [VOLUME] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Brightness, colour, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor/ viewfinder is adjusted. [MONITOR]/ [VIEWFINDER] 1 2 Select the settings by pressing 3/ 4, and adjust with 2/1 or the rear dial. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • It will adjust the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is in use, and the viewfinder when the viewfinder is in use.
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. Set to match the colour television system in each country.
Basic Setup so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA equipment by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI mini cable (optional). [VIERA Link] [OFF]: Operation is performed with the buttons on this unit. [ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA Link compatible equipment is enabled. (Not all operations are possible) Button operation of the main unit will be limited. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected.
Basic ~ [LANGUAGE] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. [VERSION DISP.] This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked. • [–. –] 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.
Recording Recording Mode: Recording Optical Image Stabilizer Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. The interchangeable lens (H-FS014042, H-FS045200) has a stabilizer function. • There is an [O.I.S.] switch on the interchangeable lens (H-FS045200). • There is no [O.I.S.] switch on the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042). Set the [STABILIZER] settings in the [REC] Mode menu.
Recording ∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P132), a tripod, the self-timer (P81) or the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional) (P184). • 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 Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom [You can only use the Optical Zoom in [ Conversion in [¿] mode.] ], and the Optical Zoom, the Extra Tele ∫ Optical Zoom You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele) by rotating the zoom ring. ∫ Extra Tele Conversion (EX) To enlarge further, set the [EX. TELE CONV.] in the [REC] menu or the [MOTION PICTURE] menu to [ON]. • When the [EX. TELE CONV.
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A To open the flash B To close the flash • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. Slide the flash open lever. Press the flash until it clicks. Note • 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 ∫ Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Mode) ‡ ñ ±¢ ³ ± ± ± ´ ± ² — Œ ‡ — — ‰ — — — ± ¥ ± ± ± ± ± ± ¥ — ± — — — ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ¥ — ± — — — ± 1 ‰ — ± Œ — — — ± ± ± ± — — ± — — — ¥ ± ± ± — — ± .
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¢3 to 1/4000th ¢1 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode. ¢2 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. ¢3 This becomes B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • When the flash is activated the fastest shutter speed that can be selected is 1/160 of a second.
Recording Recording 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. Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure. A Exposure Compensation value B [EXPO.
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Pictures taken with a burst speed of [SH] will be recorded as a single burst group (P144). Press 4 ( ). Touch burst icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the burst speed.
Recording Touch [SET]. Focus on the subject and take a picture. A When Burst Mode is set to high speed [H]. • Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the Burst Mode. ∫ Focusing in Burst Mode The focus changes depending on the setting for [FOCUS PRIORITY] (P139) in the [CUSTOM] menu and the setting for [FOCUS MODE] (P33) in [REC] Mode menu.
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. 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]. Focus on the subject and take a picture.
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 Recording 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 ]. • 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] Mode menu. • Setting of the time setting for the self timer the [REC] Mode 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 Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Auto Focus This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus to the subject specified on the touch panel. (Set the [TOUCH AF] of the [TOUCH SETTINGS] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON].) Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition. Set the [FOCUS MODE] to [AFS] or [AFC] (P33). Press 2 ( ). Touch the item.
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. • Perform the operation after cancelling the touch shutter function. • The AF area turns yellow while the subject is locked. • Lock is cancelled when [ ] is touched.
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. (P87) • When it is set to [ ] during motion picture recording, it will switch to Multi Auto Focus Mode for motion pictures.
Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area • Perform the operation after cancelling the touch shutter function. • Using the buttons, you can display the AF area setting screen by pressing 2, then 4. When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. 1 Touch the subject. • AF area setting screen is displayed. • It is also possible to move the AF area using the cursor button. • The AF area returns to the centre when [ pressed.
Recording ∫ Move the AF area easily with [DIRECT FOCUS AREA] function When the [DIRECT FOCUS AREA] in the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON] while [š], [ or [Ø] is selected, it is possible to move the AF area directly with the cursor button. With [ ], you can move the enlarged position. • Use the functions that are assigned to the cursor button, such as [AF MODE], [WHITE BALANCE], [SENSITIVITY] or [DRIVE MODE], by assigning them to the menu item of the Quick Menu (P59).
Recording Recording 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) Rotate the focus ring on the lens to focus on the subject. • MF guide is displayed on the screen when the focus ring is rotated if the [MF GUIDE] in the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON].
Recording MF ASSIST ∫ Displaying the MF Assist • It is displayed by rotating the focus ring or touching the screen. • It can also be displayed by pressing 2 to display the setup screen for the enlarged area, deciding the area to enlarge using the cursor button, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • It will switch to the setting screen for the enlarged area by pressing the cursor button when the [DIRECT FOCUS AREA] in the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON].
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 (P81). – The effective focus range (depth of field) is significantly narrowed.
Recording Recording 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. • The item can be switched by touching [ ]/[ ]. 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 2 Select [ 1 ], [ 2 ] and then touch [WHITE SET]. 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]. Note • White Balance may not be set when the subject is too bright or too dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate brightness.
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 2 Select the White Balance and then touch [ADJUST.]. Touch within the frame to finely adjust. • You can finely adjust also by touching [G_]/[M`]/[A]/[B], or pressing 3/4/2/1 of the cursor button. 2: 1: 3: 4: 3 A (AMBER: ORANGE) B (BLUE: BLUISH) G_ (GREEN: GREENISH) M` (MAGENTA: REDDISH) Touch [SET].
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 Recording 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 detects movement of the subject and then 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 Using the function button By assigning functions to the [Fn1], [Fn2] (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. ヲハヮユワヶバョㄏビ Set [DISP./Fn1] in [CUSTOM] menu to [Fn1], or [Q.MENU/Fn2] to [Fn2]. (P56) Select [Fn1] or [Fn2] from the [Fn BUTTON SET] in the [CUSTOM] menu 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. • The initial setting of [Fn1] is set to [AF/AE LOCK]. 1 2 3 4 Set [Fn BUTTON SET] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [AF/AE LOCK]. (P56) Align the screen with the subject. Press and hold [Fn1] to fix the focus or exposure.
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 Recording Mode: ±´² Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed.
Recording Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set the mode dial to [²]. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed.
Recording Note • Aperture or shutter speed can be set by touching [F] (aperture) or [SS] (shutter speed) and then dragging the exposure meter bar in the Quick Menu (P59). • The brightness of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the playback screen. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER]. Unsuitable areas of the range are displayed in red.
Recording Recording Mode: ¿ Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Mode) If you select a Scene Mode to suit the subject and recording conditions, the camera will set optimal exposure, colour, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Touch the Scene Mode to select. • The item can be switched by touching [ ]/[ ]. 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 • Quick AF is performed automatically. • Use the functions that are assigned to the cursor button, such as [WHITE BALANCE] (P92), by assigning them to the menu item of the Quick Menu (P59).
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 • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. • Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. [ILLUMINATIONS] Illuminations are photographed beautifully.
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] (P152). ∫ 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 P110. [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ] or [ ].
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder (Live View) and setting the desired effect. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Touch the item. Item Effect [EXPRESSIVE] This is a pop art style image effect that emphasises the colour. [RETRO] This is a soft image effect that gives the appearance of a tarnished photograph.
Recording Recording 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 the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. • When set to [ ]. > You can take pictures with the custom settings registered in the [ displayed on the screen) • When set to [ ]. > To steps 2, 3 and 4. ].
Recording ∫ Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 4 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set in advance the Recording Mode you wish to save and select the desired menu settings on the camera. 1 2 Select [CUST. SET MEM.] in the [CUSTOM] menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press [MENU/SET]. • The custom settings registered in [ ] can be used with the [ ] of the mode dial.
Recording Recording Mode: Recording Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • Simultaneous recording indicator A is displayed while recording still pictures. • You can also take pictures using the Touch Shutter function (P36).
Recording Recording Mode: 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 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. • An information for taking face images is displayed when 1 is pressed.
Recording Select item 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 P122. [AGE] [ADD IMAGES] 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 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] in Scene Mode (P110) – [NAME] in [FACE RECOG.] (P119) – [LOCATION] in [TRAVEL DATE] (P63) – [TITLE EDIT] (P151) 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. • [PHOTO STYLE], [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC] 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. [PHOTO STYLE] Sets the colour and picture quality to match the subject. Applicable modes: [STANDARD] This is the standard setting. [VIVID]¢1 The picture becomes sharper.
Recording ∫ Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 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. [s] S [SHARPNESS] [SATURATION] [NOISE REDUCTION] Decreases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture. [r] The picture is sharply defined. [s] The picture is softly focused. [r] The colours in the picture become vivid.
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]. (16M) 4592k3448 pixels (8M) 3232k2424 pixels (4M) 2272k1704 pixels When the aspect ratio is [Y]. (14M) (7M) 4576k3056 pixels 3232k2160 pixels (3.5M) 2272k1520 pixels When the aspect ratio is [W]. (11.
Recording [QUALITY] Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Applicable modes: [A] A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. [›] A standard image quality JPEG image. This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels. JPEG [ ] [ ] [ ] RAWiJPEG You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or [›]) simultaneously.¢1 RAW You can only record RAW images.
Recording [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 [FLASH] [‡]/[ ]/[‰]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] Note • Refer to P72 for details. [RED-EYE REMOVAL] When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • Only available when [AF MODE] is set to [š] and Face Detection is active. • Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected. • [ ] is displayed on the icon when it is set to [ON].
Recording [FLASH ADJUST.] Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Applicable modes: Note • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original flash output. • [i] or [j] is displayed on the flash icon in the screen when the flash level is adjusted. [I.RESOLUTION] Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology.
Recording [ISO LIMIT SET] It will select optimal ISO sensitivity with set value as limit depending on the brightness of the subject. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200] Note • It will work when the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [AUTO] or [ ]. • [ISO LIMIT SET] is disabled during motion picture recording. [ISO INCREMENTS] ISO sensitivity settings between [ISO160] and [ISO6400] are changed for every 1/3 EV.
Recording [SHADING COMP.] When the screen periphery darkens as a result of the lens characteristics, you can record pictures with the brightness of the screen periphery corrected. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • This feature may be automatically disabled, depending on the recording conditions. • Noise in the periphery of the picture may stand out with higher ISO sensitivity. • Adjustment is not possible for the following cases: – When recording motion pictures.
Recording [SELF-TIMER] [ ]/[ ]/[ ] Note • Refer to P81 for details. [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.
Recording Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P56. • [PHOTO STYLE], [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC] 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] is selected Item Picture size/Bit rate fps [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50i (Sensor output is 25 fps) 1280k720 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50p (Sensor output is 25 fps) [SH] Aspect ratio 16:9 • What is bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger. This unit is using the “VBR” recording method.
Recording [PICTURE MODE] [ ] (Motion picture priorities)/[ ] (Still picture priorities) Note • Refer to P115 for details. [CONTINUOUS AF] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P45 for details. [EX. TELE CONV.] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P71 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.
Recording [FLICKER RED.] The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[1/50]/[1/60]/[1/100]/[1/120] Note • Shutter speed for recording a motion picture will be fixed to the selected shutter speed when settings other than [OFF] are selected.
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 P114 for details. [DISP./Fn1] — • Refer to P37 for details. [Q.MENU/Fn2] — • Refer to P59 for details. [Fn BUTTON SET] — • Refer to P99 for details. This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [OFF] [ON]: Position can be set by dragging the histogram (P12).
Recording This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. [GUIDE LINE] [OFF]/[ ]/[ ] [ ]: Position can be set by dragging the [ ] on the guide line (P12). • When it is difficult to move the guide line on the screen edge by touch operation, use the cursor button to set the position. • Direct touch operation is also possible from the recording screen.
Recording [AF/AE LOCK] [AE]/[AF]/[AF/AE] • Refer to P100 for details. This will set the operation of [Fn1] button when taking a picture with fixed focus or exposure. [OFF]: The focus and the exposure are fixed only while you are pressing [Fn1]. (P100) If you release [Fn1], AF/AE Lock is cancelled. [ON]: The focus and the exposure remain fixed even if you release [Fn1] after pressing it. If you press [Fn1] again, AF/AE Lock is cancelled.
Recording [AF ASSIST LAMP] AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (Larger AF area is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) [OFF]/[ON] • The effective range of the AF Assist Lamp is different depending on used lens. – When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.
Recording This will set the display style of the viewfinder. [LVF DISP.STYLE] [ ]: Viewfinder style [ ]: LCD monitor style This will set the display style of the LCD monitor. [LCD DISP.STYLE] [ ]: Viewfinder style [ ]: LCD monitor style 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 [¦].
Recording Enables/disables the Touch operation. The corresponding touch icon is not displayed on the screen when it is set to [OFF]. [TOUCH Q.MENU]: [ ] (Touch Quick Menu) operation [OFF]/[ON] [DEFOCUS CTRL]: × [ ] (Defocus control) operation [OFF]/[ON] [TOUCH SETTINGS] [TOUCH SHUTTER]: [ ×] (Touch shutter) operation [OFF]/[ON] [TOUCH DISP.
Recording [MENU RESUME] The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is turned off. [OFF]/[ON] [PIXEL REFRESH] It will perform optimization of imaging device and image processing. • Imaging device and image processing is optimised when the camera is purchased. Use this function when bright spots that do not exist in the subject get recorded. • Turn the camera off and on after the pixels are corrected.
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Playing Back and Editing Burst Pictures ∫ About the Burst Picture Group The pictures taken continuously with burst speed set to [SH] are recorded together as a burst group with the burst icon [˜]. A A Burst icon • Deleting and editing in a group unit is possible. (For example, if you delete a Burst Picture Group with [˜], all the pictures in that group are deleted.) Note • Burst pictures recorded after the number of pictures has exceeded 50000 will not be grouped.
Playback/Editing Continuously playing back burst pictures Select a picture with a burst icon [˜], and then touch [ ] to play back. • Pressing the cursor button 3 to allows you to playback burst pictures. Display at the bottom right of the screen while playing back corresponds to 3/4/2/1 on the cursor button.
Playback/Editing Editing Burst Pictures You can edit the pictures in the Burst Picture Group as single pictures or in group units (including all pictures in group). • The following editing menu can be used. – [TITLE EDIT] (P151), [TEXT STAMP] (P152), [CROPPING] (P156), [ASPECT CONV.] (P157), [FAVORITE] (P159), [PRINT SET] (P160), [PROTECT] (P162), [FACE REC EDIT] (P163) 1 2 3 Press [MENU/SET] to display the [PLAYBACK] menu during Normal Playback.
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 using touch operation. Touch [ ]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [YES] is selected. Press [ ] to exit Motion Picture playback after it is executed. Note • It will be saved with [PICTURE SIZE] set to [S] (2 M), [ASPECT RATIO] set to [W], and [QUALITY] set to [›].
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 before 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. 3 Play/Pause 4 Stop 2 Back to previous picture¢ 1 Ahead to next picture¢ Rear dial (left) Reduce volume level Rear dial (right) Increase volume level ¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode, during motion picture and Burst Picture Group playback. • The menu screen is restored when [ ] is pressed.
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]. • Refer to P166 for the method to playback [3D PLAY] pictures in 3D. When [CATEGORY PLAY] is selected in above step 2 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
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] (P152). 1 2 Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Collective editing in a group unit is possible by selecting a picture with burst icon [˜]. For [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP] and [MULTI IN BURST GROUP], refer to P146. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Playback/Editing [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. 1 2 Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Collective editing in a group unit is possible by selecting a picture with burst icon [˜]. For [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP] and [MULTI IN BURST GROUP], refer to P146. 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] [ Name registered in Face Recognition will be stamped. ]: [ ]: 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. Dividing a motion picture is permanent. Decide before you divide! 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]. 3 Press 3 at the location to divide. • Motion picture is played back from the same location when 3 is pressed again.
Playback/Editing [RESIZE] 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]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [YES] is selected.
Playback/Editing [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 2 3 4 Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP], and then press [MENU/SET]. • The Burst Picture Group cannot be edited with [SINGLE]. Use [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP] (P146). 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.
Playback/Editing [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y], a [X] or a [ ratio. 1 2 3 4 5 ] aspect Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP], and then press [MENU/SET]. • The Burst Picture Group cannot be edited with [SINGLE]. Use [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP] (P146). Press 3/4 to select [Y], [X] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].
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]. • The [ROTATE] function is disabled for Burst Picture Groups.
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 2 Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
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 2 Select [PRINT SET] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) 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. • 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. • The date print feature is disabled for pictures that are stamped with text. Note • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999.
Playback/Editing [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. 1 2 Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Collective editing in a group unit is possible by selecting a picture with burst icon [˜]. For [SINGLE IN BURST GROUP] and [MULTI IN BURST GROUP], refer to P146. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
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]. • Collective editing in a group unit is possible by selecting a picture with burst icon [˜]. 4 Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET].
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 • [HIGH DYNAMIC] in Creative Control 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 play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can playback 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.
Connecting to other equipment Note • When a picture recorded in 3D is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder of this unit, it is played back in 2D (conventional image). • A black screen is displayed for a few seconds when switching back and forth playback of 3D pictures and 2D pictures. • When you select a 3D picture thumbnail, it may take a few seconds for playback to start. After playback, the thumbnail display may take a few seconds to reappear.
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. Connect the camera and a TV.
Connecting to other equipment Turn on the TV and select the input to match the connecter in use. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. • Input of the TV will switch automatically and playback screen is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the [VIERA Link] (P67) set to [ON]. (P170) Note • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one when connecting with an AV cable.
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 ∫ Other linked operations Turning the power off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. Automatic input switching: • If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, and then press [(], the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen.
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 disc, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a Blu-ray Disc 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” 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” 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 Acquiring of still pictures and [MOTION JPEG] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn the LCD monitor so the LCD will show out. Turn on the camera and the PC. A USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which may cause malfunction.) B Align the marks, and insert.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the card using the PC (folder composition) For Windows: A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac: A drive ([LUMIX], [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]) is displayed on the desktop DCIM: Images 1 Folder number 2 Colour space P: sRGB _: AdobeRGB 3 File number 4 JPG: Still pictures MOV: [MOTION JPEG] Motion pictures RW2: Pictures in RAW files MPO: MISC: 3D pictures DPOF print Favourite AVCHD: [AVCHD] Motion pictures A new folde
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 Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. PictBridge 100_0001 PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT MULTI PRINT SELECT PRINT 2 Press 3 to select [PRINT START] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P180 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing. SINGLE SELECT PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE NUM.
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.
Others Others Optional accessories 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. ∫ 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. Select [FLASH] on the [REC] Mode menu.
Others Note • 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. • If you use commercially available external flashes with communication functions other than the dedicated one, they may not operate normally or they may be damaged.
Others Remote Shutter (optional) If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with [B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases.
Others LCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ monitor style) in the LCD monitor.
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 Custom settings (P114) Flash output adjustment (P129) 2nd curtain synchro (P128) Extra Tele Conversion (when recording motion pictures) (P71) Extra Tele Conversion (when taking still pictures) (P71) Histogram (P137) Digital Zoom (P71) WIND CUT (P135) Defocus control function (P42) Spot metering target (P127) Self-timer¢6 (P81) White Balance Bracket (P96) ¢3 Available recording time¢2 (P27):
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 Playback Mode (P48) / : Motion picture playback (P52) 1 23 4 5 6 7 : Burst Playback (P144) Protected picture (P162) 1 Number of prints (P160) 1/98 19 Picture size (P125) 9 PIC. 3s 18 : REC MODE (when recording motion 17 pictures) (P133)/Recording quality (P134) 16 Quality (P126) 15 Battery indication (P21) 14 Picture number/Total pictures 0 16 0 AWB F3.
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
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/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/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. Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder screen.
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. • Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or carry away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
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 (59 oF to 77 oF), 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.
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. (P162) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED] • This feature can only be used with pictures that comply with the DCF standard. > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others [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]. Insert the card again, turn the power on, and try to read or write the data again. • The card may be broken. > Insert a different card. [CANNOT RECORD DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE FORMAT (NTSC/PAL) DATA ON THIS CARD.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P197–207). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P68) 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 The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P76) • Is the AE Lock (P100) applied incorrectly? Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Unset the settings of White Balance Bracket (P96). The subject is not focused properly. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P34) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.
Others Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. This is not a malfunction. • When you see noticeable flicker or striping while recording a motion picture, you can reduce the flicker or striping by setting up [FLICKER RED.] (P136) and fixing the shutter speed. It is possible to select a shutter speed from [1/50], [1/60], [1/100], or [1/120].
Others Motion pictures Recording motion pictures is not possible. • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning the power [ON] when using a large capacity card. Motion picture recording stops in the middle. • Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” 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/Viewfinder The LCD monitor/Viewfinder is too bright or dark. > Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor/viewfinder to a proper level. (P64) • Check [LCD MODE] setting. (P64) It may flicker for an instant or the brightness of the screen may change significantly for an instant. • This occurs due to the aperture of the lens changing when the shutter button is pressed half-way, or when the brightness of the subject changes. This is not a malfunction.
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.] (P158) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P158) • You can only display the pictures rotated if you use a lens (P14) that supports the Direction Detection Function (P32) 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)? (P168) > Confirm that the HDMI mini-cable (optional) is firmly fitted. > Press [(] on this unit. • Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [ON]? (P67) > 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 (P189); 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. (P177) The file numbers are recorded with previously used numbers. • 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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