Panasonic DC-G91 User Guide

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Digital Camera

Model No. DC-G95

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About the indication of the applicable mode

Applicable modes:

The icons indicate the modes available for a function.

• Black icons: Applicable modes

• Gray icons: Unavailable modes

and will differ depending on the Recording Modes registered under custom

settings.

∫ About the symbols in the text

: Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button.

Wi-Fi

: Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button.

: Tips for skillful use and points for recording.

: Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.

• Click a cross reference in the text to jump to the corresponding page.

Steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [Quality] from [

> [Rec] > [Quality] > [›]

• Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060).

A] to [›]

Finding the information you need..............................................................................2

How to use this manual.............................................................................................3

Contents by Function ..............................................................................................10

1. Before Use

Care of the camera .................................................................................................13

Standard Accessories .............................................................................................15

Names and Functions of Components....................................................................16

About the Lens........................................................................................................19

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..................................................................................20

Charging the Battery ...............................................................................................21

• Charge the battery using the battery charger .................................................21

• Battery Insertion .............................................................................................22

• Charge the battery using the camera .............................................................24

• Number of pictures and recordable time ........................................................27

Inserting the Card (Optional)...................................................................................30

Card Information .....................................................................................................32

• Formatting the card (initialization) ..................................................................33

• Number of Recordable Pictures, Recordable Time ........................................33

Attaching a Lens .....................................................................................................35

Changing the Monitor Position................................................................................38

Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) .........................................39

Basic Operations.....................................................................................................41

• How to Hold the Camera ................................................................................41

• Using the Viewfinder.......................................................................................42

• Shutter button (Taking pictures) .....................................................................43

• Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures).........................................44

• Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) .......................................................44

• Front Dial/Rear Dial........................................................................................45

• Control Dial.....................................................................................................47

• Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button ...............................................................48

• [DISP.] button (switching the information display) ..........................................48

• Touch screen (Touch operations) ...................................................................52

• Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function .....................................................53

Setting menu items .................................................................................................55

Quick Menu.............................................................................................................58

• Customizing the Quick Menu settings ............................................................59

Fn Buttons...............................................................................................................60

Entering Text ...........................................................................................................64

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3. Recording Modes

Easy Recording (Intelligent Auto Mode)..................................................................65

• [Intelligent Auto] menu....................................................................................68

• Taking pictures with customized color, defocus control,

and brightness settings ..................................................................................69

Program AE Mode ..................................................................................................71

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed.....................................72

• Aperture-Priority AE Mode .............................................................................73

• Shutter-Priority AE Mode................................................................................73

• Manual Exposure Mode .................................................................................74

• Bulb recording ................................................................................................75

• Live View Composite Recording.....................................................................76

• Preview Mode.................................................................................................78

• One Push AE..................................................................................................79

Custom Mode..........................................................................................................80

• Registering custom settings ...........................................................................80

• Using Custom Mode.......................................................................................81

Scene Guide Mode .................................................................................................82

• [Panorama Shot] ............................................................................................85

Creative Control Mode ............................................................................................87

• Types of image effects....................................................................................88

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

Using AF .................................................................................................................93

• Setting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) .......................................................95

• [AF Sensitivity(Photo)]....................................................................................96

Selecting the AF Mode............................................................................................97

• AF area movement operation .......................................................................102

• Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Pad ....................................105

• Adjusting focus and brightness for the touched position ..............................106

Record Using MF..................................................................................................107

Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE Lock) .........................................................110

Exposure Compensation....................................................................................... 111

Setting the ISO Sensitivity ....................................................................................113

Setting the White Balance (WB)............................................................................115

• Finely adjusting the White Balance ..............................................................117

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5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings

Select a Drive Mode..............................................................................................118

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode.........................................................................119

4K Photo Recording..............................................................................................122

• Notes on the 4K Photo function....................................................................125

Selecting pictures from 4K burst file......................................................................128

• Operations during selecting pictures............................................................129

Post Focus Recording...........................................................................................133

• Selecting the Focus Position for the Picture to Save ...................................135

• Focus Stacking.............................................................................................136

Taking Pictures with Time Lapse Shot/

Stop Motion Animation ..........................................................................................138

• [Time Lapse Shot] ........................................................................................138

• Recording with Stop Motion Animation.........................................................140

• Motion pictures using Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation ..................142

Recording Using the Self-timer .............................................................................143

Bracket Recording ................................................................................................144

• Exposure Bracket .........................................................................................145

• Aperture Bracket ..........................................................................................146

• Focus Bracket ..............................................................................................146

• White Balance Bracket .................................................................................147

6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash

Image Stabilizer.....................................................................................................148

• Image Stabilizer Settings..............................................................................150

• Setting the focal length of a lens ..................................................................151

Taking Pictures with the Zoom ..............................................................................153

• Optical zoom ................................................................................................153

• Raising the telescopic effect.........................................................................154

• Zooming using touch operations (Touch zoom) ...........................................158

Using a Flash........................................................................................................159

Setting Flash Functions ........................................................................................161

• [Firing Mode]/[Manual Flash Adjust.]............................................................161

• [Flash Mode].................................................................................................162

• [Flash Synchro] ............................................................................................164

• Adjusting the Flash Output ...........................................................................165

• [Auto Exposure Comp.] ................................................................................165

Recording Using a Wireless Flash........................................................................166

• Using other settings for wireless flash recording ..........................................168

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7. Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Picture......................................................................................169

• [Rec Format]/[Rec Quality] ...........................................................................171

• [Continuous AF]............................................................................................172

• [AF Custom Setting(Video)]..........................................................................173

• Log recording (V-Log L)................................................................................174

• Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures...............................175

• [Snap Movie] ................................................................................................176

• Displaying/Setting the Sound Recording Level ............................................179

Creative Video Mode.............................................................................................180

• [High Speed Video].......................................................................................181

• [4K Live Cropping]........................................................................................182

8. Playing Back and Editing Images

Playing Back Pictures ...........................................................................................184

Playing Back Motion Pictures................................................................................185

• Extracting a Picture ......................................................................................186

Switching the Display Mode..................................................................................187

• Enlarged Display ..........................................................................................187

• Thumbnail Screen ........................................................................................187

• Calendar Playback .......................................................................................188

Group Images .......................................................................................................189

Deleting Images ....................................................................................................191

9. Menu Guide

Menus that are only available for particular Recording Modes .............................192

[Rec] menu............................................................................................................193

[Motion Picture] menu ...........................................................................................210

[Custom] menu......................................................................................................213

[Setup] menu.........................................................................................................228

[My Menu] menu ...................................................................................................238

[Playback] menu ...................................................................................................239

Contents

10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function

What you can do with the Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® function ...........................................256

Wi-Fi function/Bluetooth function ..........................................................................257

Connecting to a smartphone .................................................................................259

• Installing “Panasonic Image App ” ................................................................259

• Connecting to a Smartphone (Bluetooth Connection) ..................................260

• Connecting to a Smartphone (Wi-Fi connection) .........................................262

• Changing the Wi-Fi connection method .......................................................264

• Terminating the Wi-Fi connection .................................................................265

Operating the Camera with a Smartphone............................................................266

• Camera power operations ............................................................................266

• Remote shooting ..........................................................................................267

• [Shutter Remote Control]..............................................................................268

• Playing back/saving recorded images and sending them

to social media sites.....................................................................................270

• Transferring recorded images automatically ................................................271

• Recording location information.....................................................................273

• Automatically setting the clock .....................................................................274

• Editing motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie ......................................275

Displaying pictures on a TV ..................................................................................276

Sending images from the camera .........................................................................277

Sending images to a smartphone .........................................................................280

Printing Wirelessly.................................................................................................281

Sending images to AV device ...............................................................................282

Sending images to PC ..........................................................................................283

Using Web services ..............................................................................................285

• When sending images to web service ..........................................................285

• When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ..........................................288

• “LUMIX CLUB” .............................................................................................289

Wi-Fi connections .................................................................................................292

• [Via Network] ................................................................................................293

• [Direct]..........................................................................................................295

• Connect to Wi-Fi Using Previously Saved Settings......................................296

[Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ...............................................................................................298

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11. Connecting to other devices

Watching/Saving 4K Motion Pictures on an External Device................................300

• Watching motion pictures in 4K....................................................................300

• Storing 4K motion pictures ...........................................................................300

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen .................................................................301

• Recording while monitoring camera images ................................................302

• Using VIERA Link (HDMI) ............................................................................303

Importing images to a PC .....................................................................................304

• Downloading software ..................................................................................305

• Copying images to a PC...............................................................................307

Storing on a Recorder...........................................................................................309

Printing the Pictures..............................................................................................310

• Adding date and text to pictures...................................................................312

12. Others

Optional accessories.............................................................................................313

Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display.......................................................................318

Message Display...................................................................................................325

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................328

Cautions for Use ...................................................................................................337

Contents by Function

Recording

Recording Mode.............................. P44

[Preview]..........................................P78

Bulb recording .................................P75

[Live View Composite] ..................... P76

[Panorama Shot] .............................P85

[Time Lapse Shot] .........................P138

[Stop Motion Animation] ................P140

Bracket Recording .........................P144

[Silent Mode] .................................P206

[Multi Exp.].....................................P209

4K photo

4K Photo Recording ...................... P122

Post Focus Recording ................... P133

Focus (AF/MF)

AF....................................................P93

[Focus Mode]................................... P95

[AF Sensitivity(Photo)].................... P96

[AF Mode]........................................P97

Adjusting the AF area position ......P102

MF .................................................P107

[AF/AE Lock] .................................P110

Drive

[Drive Mode] ..................................P118

[Burst]............................................P119

[Self Timer]....................................P143

Picture Quality and Color Tone

[White Balance]..............................P115

[Picture Size]..................................P194

[Quality]..........................................P195

[Photo Style] ..................................P196

[Filter Settings]...............................P199

[Color Space] .................................P200

[Highlight Shadow].........................P201

[i.Dynamic].....................................P202

[i.Resolution]..................................P203

[Long Shtr NR] ...............................P204

[Shading Comp.]............................P205

[Diffraction Compensation] ............P205

[HDR] .............................................P208

Exposure

[Touch AE].......................................P54

[One Push AE] .................................P79

[AF/AE Lock]..................................P110

Exposure Compensation ...............P111

[Sensitivity].....................................P113

Exposure Bracket ..........................P145

[Metering Mode].............................P201

Stabilizer

Dual I.S..........................................P148

5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer.......P149

Flash

[Flash Mode] ..................................P162

[Flash Synchro]..............................P164

[Flash Adjust.] ................................

eless flash settings ...................P166

Wir

P165

Contents by Function

Motion Picture

[Rec Format]/[Rec Quality] ............P171

Recording still pictures while

recording motion pictures ..............P175

[Snap Movie] .................................P176

Creative Video Mode

[High Speed Video] .......................P181

[4K Live Cropping].........................P182

Audio

[Sound Rec Level Adj.]..................P179

[Sound Rec Level Limiter] .............P179

[Wind Cut]......................................P317

[Wind Noise Canceller]..................P211

[Lens Noise Cut]............................P211

Setup/Custom

Basic settings

[Format]........................................... P33

[Clock Set].......................................P39

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter .....P42

[Q.MENU] ........................................P58

[Beep] ............................................P230

[Economy] .....................................P231

[Reset] (initialization) ..................... P236

[Sensor Cleaning]..........................P237

Monitoring

HDMI output during recording........P302

[Sound Output]...............................P212

Screen settings

[Sound Rec Level Disp.] ................P179

[Monochrome Live View] ...............P219

[Center Marker]..............................P221

[Zebra Pattern] ...............................P222

Advanced recording

Log recording (V-Log L).................P174

Customization

Fn buttons........................................P60

Custom Mode ..................................P80

[Custom] menu ..............................P213

Contents by Function

Playback

Picture playback ............................P184

Motion picture playback.................P185

Playback Zoom..............................P187

Thumbnail Screen .........................P187

Delete ............................................P191

[Auto Review] ................................P219

[Slide Show] ..................................P240

[Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]...........P253, 254

Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

Image App

“Image App” ..................................P259

[Remote Wakeup]......................... P266

Remote recording..........................P267

[Auto Transfer].............................. P271

Edit

[4K PHOTO Bulk Saving]...............P128

Post Focus.....................................P133

Focus Stacking ..............................P136

[Title Edit].......................................P243

[RAW Processing]..........................P244

[Light Composition]........................P247

[Sequence Composition]................P248

[Clear Retouch]..............................P249

[Text Stamp] ..................................P250

[Resize]..........................................P251

[Cropping] ......................................P252

Image settings

[Protect] .........................................P242

[Rating] ..........................................P242

In combination with other devices

Playing back pictures on a TV .......P276

Printing images ..............................P281

Sending images to an AV device

Sending images to a PC ................P283

Sending images to a web service

Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ..........P288

......P282

.....P285

Connections with other devices

“PHOTOfunSTUDIO” ....................P305

“SILKYPIX Developer Studio”.......P306

Transferring images to a PC .........P307

Playing Back Pictures on a

TV Screen .....................................P301

[VIERA Link]..................................P303

Recorder

Dubbing .........................................P309

Printer

PictBridge ......................................P310

1. Before Use

Care of the camera

∫ Firmware of Your Camera/Lens

Firmware updates may be provided in order to improve camera capabilities or to add functionality. For smoother recording, we recommend updating the firmware of the camera/lens to the latest version.

• For the latest information on the firmware or to download/update the firmware, visit the following support website: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(English only)

• To check the firmware version of the camera/lens, attach the lens to the camera.

∫ Handling of the Camera

Do not subject the camera to strong vibration, impacts, or pressure. These may cause a malfunction or damage.

– Do not drop or knock against hard surfaces. – Do not push hard on the lens section or monitor.

If sand, dust, or liquid gets on the monitor, wipe it off with a dry soft cloth.

– If the monitor is closed when such liquids are present, malfunction may result. – Touch operations may be incorrectly recognized.

Do not place a hand inside the camera mount. This may cause a failure or damage because the sensor is a precision device.

If you shake the camera while turning the camera off, a sensor may operate or a rattling sound may be heard. This is caused by the image stabilizer mechanism in the body. It is not a malfunction.

∫ Splash Resistant

Splash Resistant is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers against exposure to a minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with water. In order to minimize the possibility of damage please be sure the following precautions are taken:

– Splash Resistant works in conjunction with the lenses that were specifically designed to

support this feature. – Securely close the doors, socket caps, contact points cover, flash, etc. – When the lens or cap is removed or a door is open, do not allow sand, dust, and moisture to

enter inside. – If liquid gets on the camera, wipe it off with a dry soft cloth.

1. Before Use

∫ Condensation (When the Lens, the Viewfinder or Monitor is Fogged Up)

• Condensation occurs when there are temperature or humidity differences. Be careful because condensation can lead to stains or mold on the lens, viewfinder, and monitor or cause a failure.

• If condensation occurs, turn off the camera and leave it for approx. 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

∫ Be Sure to Perform Trial Recording in Advance

Perform trial recording in advance of an important event (wedding, etc.) to check that recording can be performed normally.

∫ No Compensation Regarding Recording

Please note that compensation cannot be provided in the event that recording could not be performed due to a problem with the camera or a card.

∫ Be Careful with Regard to Copyrights

Under copyright law, you may not use the images and audio you have recorded for other than personal enjoyment without the permission of the copyright holder. Be careful because there are cases where restrictions apply to recording even for the purpose of personal enjoyment.

∫ Also Read “Cautions for Use” (P337)

1. 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 Owner’s Manual”.

• Digital Camera Body is indicated as camera body in the text.

• Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.

• Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.

• Interchangeable Lens is indicated as lens in the text.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.

• The card is optional.

1. Before Use

Names and Functions of Components

∫ Camera body

3421

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10 11

756

[ ] (White Balance) button (P115)

[ ] (ISO sensitivity) button (P113)

[ ] (Exposure Compensation) button (P 111)

Shoulder strap eyelet (P20)

Camera ON/OFF switch (P39)

[ ] (Focus distance reference mark) (P109)

Charging lamp (P24)/

WIRELESS connection lamp (P257)

Dial operation switch button (P46)/

Fn button (Fn1) (P60)

Rear dial (P45)

Shutter button (P43)

Front dial (P45)

Self-timer indicator (P143)/

AF Assist Lamp (P215)

Motion picture button (P169)

Mode dial (P44)

Flash (P159)

Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P313)

• Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

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Stereo microphone (P179)

• Be careful not to cover the microphone with

your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to record.

[‰] (Flash open lever) (P159)

• The flash opens, and recording with the flash

becomes possible.

Diopter adjustment dial (P42)

[MIC] socket (P316)

Drive mode dial (P118)

Headphone socket (P212)

[REMOTE] socket (P315)

[USB/CHARGE] socket (P24, 307, 309, 310)

[HDMI] socket (P301)

Lens release button (P36)

Lens lock pin

Mount

Contact points

Sensor

Lens fitting mark (P35)

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1. Before Use

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Touch screen (P52)/monitor (P318)

[LVF] button (P42)/[Fn3] button (P60)

Viewfinder (P42, 338)

Eye sensor (P42)

Eye cup

[(] (Playback) button (P184)

Speaker (P230)

[AF/AE LOCK] button (P110)

Focus mode lever (P93, 95, 107)

Control dial (P47)

Cursor buttons (P48)/

3 Fn button (Fn9) (P60) 1 Fn button (Fn10) (P60)

4 Fn button (Fn11) (P60) 2 [ ] (AF Mode) button (P93)

[MENU/SET] button (P48, 55)

Card door (P30)

[Q.MENU] button (P58)/[Fn2] button (P60)/

[ ] (Delete) button (P191)/

[ ] (Cancel) button (P57)

[DISP.] button (P48)

Battery door (P22)

DC coupler cover (P317)

• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the

Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used.

Release lever (P22)

Cover for the battery grip connector (P314)

• Keep the cover for the battery grip connector

out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Tripod mount (P342)

• It may not be possible to attach and securely fasten a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm

(0.22 inch) or more to the camera. Doing so may also damage the camera.

• Fn buttons ([Fn4] to [Fn8]) are touch icons.

Touch the [ ] tab on the recording screen to display them.

1. Before Use

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∫ Lens

H-FS12060 H-FSA14140

32561

H-FS1442A

231 4

Lens surface

Focus ring (P107)

Zoom ring (P153)

Lens fitting mark (P35)

Contact points

Lens mount rubber (P339)

O.I.S. switch (P148)

1. Before Use

About the Lens

This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds

System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). You can also use a lens of any of the following standards by attaching a mount adaptor.

Lens Mount adaptor

Four Thirds™ mount specification lens

Leica M Mount interchangeable lens M Mount Adaptor (DMW-MA2M: optional)

Leica R Mount interchangeable lens R Mount Adaptor (DMW-MA3R: optional)

Mount Adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional)

∫ About the lens and functions

Depending on the lens used, certain functions, such as AF, Image Stabilizer, and zoom functions, may be disabled or operate differently.

• Refer to catalogs/websites for most current information regarding supported lenses.

https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

• The focal lengths marked on a Micro Four Thirds lens are equivalent to twice those of a 35 mm film camera. (The focal lengths will be equivalent to those of a 100 mm lens in 35 mm terms when a 50 mm lens is used.)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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

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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.

Pull the shoulder strap and

then check that it will not come out.

• Perform steps 1 to 4 and then

attach the other side of the shoulder strap.

• Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. – Do not wrap the strap around your neck. It may result in injury or accident. – Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.

It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Charging the Battery

You can charge the battery either using the supplied charger, or in the camera body. If you turn on the camera, you can also power it from a power outlet.

• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

Charge the battery using the battery charger

Charging time Approx. 175 min

• Use the supplied charger and AC adaptor.

• 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.

• Use the products supplied with the camera for charging.

• Use the charger indoors.

1 Connect the charger (supplied) and the AC adaptor (supplied) with the USB

connection cable (supplied).

• Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in wrong direction.)

2 Insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet.

A Charger (supplied) B USB connection cable (supplied)

3 Insert the battery E in the correct direction.

• The [CHARGE] indicator F lights up and charging begins.

C AC adaptor (supplied) D To power outlet

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

• The AC adaptor (supplied) and USB connection cable (supplied) are for this camera only. Do not use them with other devices.

∫ [CHARGE] indicator

On: Charging. Off: Charging has completed.

(After charging is complete, disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied) from the power outlet and remove the battery.)

• When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes

– The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again

in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF).

– The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.

Battery Insertion

• Check that this unit is turned off.

1 Open the battery door.

• Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow (to the OPEN side).

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries.

• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

2 Insert the battery.

• Insert the terminal end of the battery and push until a locking sound is heard.

• Check that the lever A is holding the battery in place.

3 Close the battery door.

• Close the battery door, and slide the battery door release lever to the [LOCK] position.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Removing the Battery

Push the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove.

• Confirm that there is no foreign matter adhered on the inner side (rubber seal) of the battery door.

• Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.)

• The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• Turn the camera off and wait for the “LUMIX” display on the monitor to clear before removing the battery. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself may be damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)

• Be careful when removing the battery as the battery will jump out.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Charge the battery using the camera

Charging time Approx. 180 min

• Using the camera body and the supplied AC adaptor. The camera is turned off.

• Use the products supplied with the camera for charging.

• The battery inserted in the Battery Grip (optional) cannot be charged.

1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the battery into the camera. 3 Connect the camera [USB/CHARGE] socket and the AC adaptor (supplied) with

the USB connection cable (supplied).

A Connect the USB connection cable (supplied) to the [USB/CHARGE] socket.

• Place the camera in an upright position, and find the terminal at the top.

B Charging lamp C AC adaptor (supplied) D USB connection cable (supplied)

4 Insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

• The camera consumes a small amount of power even after it is turned off by setting the camera on/off switch to [OFF]. When leaving the product unused for a long time, disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied) from the power outlet for power saving.

• You can also charge the battery by connecting a USB device (PC, etc.) and the camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). In that case, charging may take a while.

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

• The AC adaptor (supplied) and USB connection cable (supplied) are for this camera only. Do not use them with other devices.

∫ About the charging lamp

Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed.

(When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.)

• When the charging lamp flashes

– Reconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) in a location where the ambient temperature

(and the temperature of battery) is in a 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF) range, and try charging again.

– If the USB device (PC etc.) is not capable of supplying sufficient power, charging is not

possible.

About the power supply

If you connect the camera to a power outlet (AC adaptor (supplied)) or the USB device (PC etc.) while the camera is turned on, power can be supplied via the USB connection cable (supplied).

• Insert the battery into this unit.

• [ ] is displayed on the recording screen while power is being supplied.

• In certain situations where the camera is used, such as during recording, the battery may drain. The camera will turn off when the battery power runs out.

• Before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (supplied), turn the camera off.

• Power may not be supplied depending on the power supply capacity of the USB device (PC etc.).

• If the ambient temperature is high or power is supplied continuously, after [ ] is displayed, the supply of power may stop. Wait until the camera cools down.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

AFSAFS

Notifications regarding charging/power supply

∫ Battery level indication

75% or higher

50% to 74%

25% to 49%

24% or below

Low battery

• Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged

Blinking red

battery.

• The battery level indicated on the screen is approximate. The exact level varies depending on the environment and the operating conditions.

• It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available for 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. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat generated.

• Do not use a USB extension cable.

• Do not use the AC adaptor (supplied) and the USB connection cable (supplied) for other devices. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• The AC adaptor is in the standby condition when the mains plug is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the mains plug is connected to an electrical outlet.

• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)

• If there is a power outage or other problem with the electrical outlet, then charging may not complete successfully. Reconnect the power plug.

• Do not connect to keyboards or printer USB ports, or to USB hubs.

• If the connected PC enters sleep status, then charging/power supply may stop.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Number of pictures and recordable time

Listed below are the numbers of pictures that can be taken and the time lengths available for recording when the supplied battery is being used.

• The numbers of recordable pictures listed here are based on the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard.

• When a Panasonic SDHC memory card is used.

• The values listed are approximate.

∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor)

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures

∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Viewfinder)

The numbers in parentheses indicate the values that result when [Time] in [Power Save LVF Shooting] is set to [1SEC] and the [Power Save LVF Shooting] function works as intended.

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures (Approx. 1000 pictures)

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures (Approx. 1000 pictures)

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 290 pictures (Approx. 1000 pictures)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor)

[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/60i])

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/28M/60p])

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Recordable time Approx. 100 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min

[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/100M/30p])

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Recordable time Approx. 90 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 45 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 80 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Recordable time Approx. 90 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 45 min

• Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as turning this unit on and off, starting/stopping recording, etc.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Playback (when using the monitor)

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used

Playback time Approx. 230 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FSA14140) is used

Playback time Approx. 230 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used

Playback time Approx. 230 min

• 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. – In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes. – When flash is used repeatedly.

• When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even immediately after charging, the life of the battery has expired. Buy a new battery.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Inserting the Card (Optional)

• Check that this unit is turned off.

Slide the card door to open it.

Insert the card firmly all the way in until a

clicking sound is heard.

• Check the orientation of the card.

A: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.

Close the card door and slide it firmly in the

direction of the arrow until a clicking sound is heard.

∫ To re mov e

Insert until a clicking sound is heard and then pull it straight out.

• Turn the camera off and wait for the “LUMIX” display on the monitor to clear before removing the card. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself may be damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Card access indicators

Access indication

The access indication displays red when pictures are being recorded on the card.

• Do not perform the operations below while the card is being accessed (while image data is being written or read or deletion or formatting is in progress, for example). These operations may damage the card or recorded data or cause the camera to stop functioning correctly.

– Turning off the camera – Removing the battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler

(optional)

– Exposing the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity

• If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Card Information

The following cards which conform to the SD standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.)

SD Memory Card (512 MB to 2 GB)

SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)

SDXC Memory Card (48 GB to 128 GB)

• This unit is compatible with UHS3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

• Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with Panasonic’s cards.

∫ Recording of motion pictures/4K photos and speed class ratings

Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.

• SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding continuous writing. To check the class, see the labeled side, etc. of the card.

[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example

[AVCHD] All

FHD/HD

[MP4]

4K UHS Speed Class 3

Class 4 or higher

I/UHS-II UHS Speed Class

High Speed Video/4K Photo/

Post Focus function

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

• If you set the Write-Protect switch A to “LOCK”, you may not be able to write,

delete or format the data or display it by recording date.

• 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.

• Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

UHS Speed Class 3

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Formatting the card (initialization)

Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.

Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary data in advance.

> [Setup] > [Format]

• Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) when formatting.

• Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting.

• If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.

Number of Recordable Pictures, Recordable Time

• The values listed are approximate.

∫ Number of recordable pictures

• Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [A]

[Picture Size]

L (20M) 1450 2910 5810 11510

M (10M) 2630 5280 10510 20810

S (5M) 4600 9220 17640 34940

• Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [ ]

[Picture Size]

L (20M) 450 900 1810 3590

M (10M) 520 1050 2110 4180

S (5M) 570 1150 2290 4550

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB

Card capacity

∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures)

• “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second.

• The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded.

• [AVCHD]

[Rec Quality]

[FHD/28M/60p]

[FHD/17M/60i]

[FHD/24M/30p] [FHD/24M/24p]

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB

1h10m 2h30m 5h00m 9h55m

2h00m 4h05m 8h15m 16h25m

1h25m 2h55m 5h50m 11h35m

Card capacity

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

• [MP4]

[Rec Quality]

[4K/100M/30p] [4K/100M/24p]

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB

20m00s 41m00s 1h25m 2h45m

Card capacity

[FHD/28M/60p]

[FHD/20M/30p]

[HD/10M/30p]

• Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of recordable pictures and available recording time vary.

• [9999i] is displayed on the recording screen if there are 10000 or more recordable pictures remaining.

• When the recording format is [AVCHD]: Files exceeding 4 GB in size will be split up and saved as smaller files. (You can continue recording without interruption.)

• When the recording format is [MP4] (with the size for [Rec Quality] set to [FHD]/[HD]): Files will be split up and saved and played back as smaller files if the continuous recording time exceeds 30 minutes or the file size exceeds 4 GB. (You can continue recording without interruption.)

• When the recording format is [MP4] (with the size for [Rec Quality] set to [4K]): Files will be split up and saved and played back as smaller files in the following cases. (You can continue recording without interruption.)

When using an SDHC memory card:

If the file size exceeds 4 GB

When using an SDXC memory card:

If the continuous recording time exceeds 3 hours and 4 minutes or the file size exceeds 96 GB

• The maximum available continuous recording time is displayed on the screen.

1h10m 2h25m 5h00m 9h55m

1h35m 3h15m 6h40m 13h15m

3h05m 6h20m 12h45m 25h20m

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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

Attaching a Lens

• Check that the camera is turned off.

• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P338 when dirt or dust gets on the lens.

Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the

arrow to detach them.

Align the lens fitting marks C and then rotate the lens in the direction

of the arrow until it clicks.

• Do not press the lens release button D when you attach a lens.

• Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Removing a Lens

• Attach the lens cap.

While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.

• When the lens is removed from the camera, dust and other particles may accumulate on or enter the camera or lens. Be sure to attach the body cap and the lens rear cap.

∫ Attaching a Lens Hood

When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.

To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lenses (H-FS12060/H-FSA14140/H-FS1442A)

Hold the lens hood by placing your fingers as shown in the figure.

• Do not hold the lens hood in such a way that it will be bent.

1 Align the mark A ( ) on the lens hood with the

mark on the tip of the lens.

2 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the

arrow until it clicks and then align the mark B ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Removing the lens hood (H-FS12060)

Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to detach it.

Temporarily Storing the Lens Hood

Example: H-FS12060

1 Remove the lens hood. 2 Align the mark C ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens. 3 Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Changing the Monitor Position

At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below.

1 Open the monitor. (It opens up to 180o.) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its original position.

• When rotating the monitor, be careful not to apply too much force. Doing so may cause damage.

∫ Free angle shooting

The monitor can be rotated to suit your needs. This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the monitor.

Taking pictures at a high angle Taking pictures at a low angle

• When not using the monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inward to prevent dirt and scratches.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time)

• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

Turn the camera on.

• If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed

to step

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 to select the language, and press

[MENU/SET].

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month,

day, hour, minute), and press 3/4 to set.

A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination

To set the display order and the time display format.

• To display the setting screen of the order/time, select [Style] and then press [MENU/SET].

Press [MENU/SET] to set.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press

[MENU/SET].

When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET].

Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then

press [MENU/SET].

∫ Re-adjusting the clock

> [Setup] > [Clock Set]

• The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6 on P39.

• 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.)

• To place the correct date on pictures, set the clock before recording.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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

Basic Operations

How to Hold the Camera

Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.

• Do not cover the flash A, AF Assist lamp B, microphone C, or speaker D with your

fingers or other objects.

• Make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object in the vicinity while taking pictures.

∫ Detects orientation of camera (Direction Detection Function)

This function detects the vertical orientation when you record with the camera vertically orientated. When you play back the recording, the recording is automatically displayed in vertical orientation. (Only available when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [ON].)

• When the camera is held vertically and tilted significantly up or down to record, the Direction Detection Function may not work correctly.

• Motion pictures, 4K burst files, and images recorded with the Post Focus function cannot be displayed vertically.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Using the Viewfinder

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

Rotate the diopter adjustment dial until you can see the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly.

Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder

Press [LVF].

A [LVF] button B Eye sensor

Automatic viewfinder/

monitor switching

Viewfinder display Monitor display

∫ Notes on automatic viewfinder/monitor switching

Bring your eye or an object near the viewfinder to automatically switch to the viewfinder display using the eye sensor.

• To reduce the battery consumption, set [Power Save LVF Shooting] in [Economy] (P231).

• Eye sensor might not work properly depending on the shape of your eyeglasses, the way you hold the camera, or bright light shining around the eyepiece.

• Automatic viewfinder/monitor switching does not work during motion picture playback and slide shows.

• The eye sensor does not work depending on the angle of the monitor.

• If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu is set to [ON], the camera automatically adjusts the focus as the eye sensor is activated. The camera does not beep when focus is achieved with [Eye Sensor AF].

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Shutter button (Taking pictures)

The shutter button works in two steps.

Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

• Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.)

• Once the subject is in focus, the focus indication is displayed. (When the subject is not in focus, the indication flashes.)

A Shutter speed B Aperture value C Focus indication

Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture.

• Make sure that the camera does not move at the moment the shutter button is pressed.

• Pictures cannot be taken until focus is achieved when [Focus/Release Priority] is set to [FOCUS].

• Even during menu operation or image playback, if you press the shutter button halfway, you can instantly set the camera ready for recording.

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures)

Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.

• Release the motion picture button right after you press it.

Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.

Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode)

Rotate the mode dial and select the recording mode.

• Be sure to align the mode dial with the desired mode by rotating it slowly.

Intelligent Auto Mode (P65)

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P66)

Program AE Mode (P71)

Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P73)

Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P73)

Manual Exposure Mode (P74)

Creative Video Mode (P180)

Custom Mode (P80)

Scene Guide Mode (P82)

Creative Control Mode (P87)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Front Dial/Rear Dial

Rotating: Selects an item or numeric value.

• This owner’s manual describe operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows:

e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left or right

e.g.: When rotating the rear dial to the left or right

Allows you to set the aperture, shutter speed, and other settings when in / / / modes.

Mode dial Front dial Rear Dial

Program Shift Program Shift

Aperture value Aperture value

Shutter speed Shutter speed

Aperture value Shutter speed

∫ Setting the functions to be assigned to the dials in the ISO sensitivity settings

screen

> [Custom] > [Operation] > [ISO Displayed Setting] >

[Front/Rear Dials]

[/][Sensitivity]/[Sensitivity]

[/][ISO Auto Upper Limit Setting]/[Sensitivity]

[OFF/ ] [OFF]/[Sensitivity]

[/][Sensitivity]/[ISO Auto Upper Limit Setting]

[ /OFF] [Sensitivity]/[OFF]

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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∫ Setting the functions to be assigned to 3/4 and dials in the exposure

compensation screen

> [Custom] > [Operation] > [Exposure Comp. Disp. Setting]

[Cursor Buttons (Up/Down)]

[] [Exposure Bracket]

[OFF] [OFF]

[/] [Exposure Comp.]/[Exposure Comp.]

[/][Flash Adjust.]/[Exposure Comp.]

[Front/Rear Dials]

[OFF/ ] [OFF]/[Exposure Comp.]

[/ ][Exposure Comp.]/[Flash Adjust.]

[ /OFF] [Exposure Comp.]/[OFF]

Temporarily changing the items assigned to the front/rear dials

([Dial Operation Switch])

1 Set a Fn button to [Dial Operation Switch]. (P60)

• This function is set in the Fn button (Fn1) at the time of purchase.

2 Press the Fn button.

• A guide will be displayed showing the items temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials.

• If no operations are performed, the guide will disappear in a few seconds.

3 Rotate the front/rear dials while the guide is

displayed.

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4 Press [MENU/SET] and set.

• You can also complete this step by performing either of the operations below: – Press the shutter button halfway – Press the Fn button

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• You can set the following settings in [Dial Set.] of the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu. (P48) – Operation methods of the front/rear dials – Operation method of the control dial – Items to be assigned temporarily to the front/rear dials in [Dial Operation Switch]

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Control Dial

Rotating: Selects an item or numeric value.

• This is expressed as follows in this document: – When rotating the control dial to the left or right:

∫ Setting the operation methods of the dial

> [Custom] > [Operation] > [Dial Set.]

Sets the operations to be assigned to the dials in Manual Exposure Mode.

[F SS]:

[Assign Dial (F/SS)]

[Rotation (F/SS)]

[Control Dial Assignment]

Assigns the aperture value to the front dial, and the shutter speed to the rear dial.

[SS F]:

Assigns the shutter speed to the front dial, and the aperture value to the rear dial.

Changes the rotation direction of the dials for adjusting the aperture value and shutter speed.

[]/[]

Sets the function to be assigned to the control dial in the recording screen.

[] ([Headphone Volume])/

[/] ([Exposure / Aperture])

[] ([Exposure Comp.])/[] ([Sensitivity])/

[] ([Focus Frame Size])

¢1 This assigns exposure compensation operation. It adjusts

the aperture value in Manual Exposure Mode.

¢2 This assigns the following operations:

– When the AF Mode is [š], [ ], [ ] or [Ø]:

Changing the AF area size

– When the AF Mode is [ ] or the Focus Mode is MF:

Changing the assist screen magnification

¢1

¢2

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

[Exposure Comp.]

[Dial Operation Switch Setup]

Assigns exposure compensation operation to the front/rear dial. (Except in Manual Exposure Mode) [] (Front Dial)/[ ] (Rear Dial)/[OFF]

Sets the items to be assigned temporarily to the front/rear dials when you press the Fn button to which [Dial Operation Switch] is assigned. [] ([Front Dial Operation])/[ ] ([Rear Dial Operation])

• Items that can be set are as follows.

– [Photo Style] – [Filter Effect] – [Aspect Ratio] –[4K PHOTO] – [Highlight Shadow] – [i.Dynamic]

• [Highlight Shadow] uses the two dials.

Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button

Pressing the cursor button:

Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed.

• This owner’s manual expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as 3/4/2/1.

Pressing [MENU/SET]:

Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed.

• Displays the menu during recording and playback.

[DISP.] button (switching the information display)

– [i.Resolution] – [Flash Mode] – [Flash Adjust.] – [Sensitivity] – [White Balance] – [AF Mode]

Press [DISP.].

• The display information is switched.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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In Recording Mode

You can switch the viewfinder/monitor display method.

> [Custom] > [Monitor / Display] > [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] >

[LVF Disp. Set]/[Monitor Disp. Set]

[] (viewfinder style)

[] (monitor style)

Scales down images slightly so that you can better review the composition of the images.

Scales images to fill the entire screen so that you can see their details.

• [ ] Viewfinder style (viewfinder display shown as example)

With information

(tilt sensor

display)

4:3

AFS

With information

4:3

AFS

Without

information

• [ ] Monitor style (monitor display shown as example)

With information

Without

information

With information

(tilt sensor

display)

Tur ned of f

Without information (tilt sensor display)

On-monitor

recording

information

¢ It is displayed when [Monitor Info. Disp.] in the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display]) is set to [ON].

You can touch the desired item and change its setting directly.

ISO

AUTO

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4:3

AFS

AWB

OFF

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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• With [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, you can assign [LVF/Monitor Disp. Style] to a Fn button. Each time you press the assigned Fn button, the display style of the monitor or viewfinder ([ ]/[ ]), whichever is currently in use, will change.

∫ About the tilt sensor display

With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc.

A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical direction: Correcting downward tilt

• When the camera is tilted very little or not at all, the level gauge will turn green.

• Even after correcting the tilt, there may still be an error of approximately n1°.

• When tilted significantly upwards or downwards to record, the tilt sensor display may not be displayed correctly, and the Direction Detection Function may not work correctly.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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With information

Detailed

information

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display

¢1 Press 3/4 to switch between the following display modes:

– Detailed information display – Histogram display – Photo style, Highlight shadow display – White balance display – Lens information display

¢2 This is displayed if [Highlight] in the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display]) menu is set to [ON].

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Touch screen (Touch operations)

∫ Touch

To touch and release the touch screen.

∫ Drag

A movement without releasing the touch screen.

∫ Pinch (enlarge/reduce)

On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) two fingers to zoom in and narrow (pinch in) them to zoom out.

• Touch the screen with the clean and dry finger.

• If you use a commercially available monitor protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some monitor protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.)

• The touch screen may not function normally in the following cases. – When touched by a gloved hand – When the touch screen is wet

Not available in these cases:

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function

Touch AF/Touch Shutter

Applicable modes:

1 Touch [ ].

2 Touch an icon.

• The icon switches every time you touch it.

(Touch AF) Focuses on the position you touch.

(Touch shutter)

(OFF) Touch AF and Touch Shutter are disabled.

¢ When [Touch AF] in [Touch Settings] of the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu is set to

[AF+AE], the focus and brightness are optimized for the touched position. (P106)

Focuses on the touched position before recording takes place.

3 (When settings other than OFF are selected)

Touch the subject.

• When [ ] (Touch AF) is set, refer to P102 for information about the operation to change the size and position of the AF area.

• If shooting with the touch shutter fails, the AF area turns red and disappears.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Applicable modes:

You can easily optimize the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face.

1 Touch [ ].

2 Touch [ ].

• The setting screen for the brightness optimization position is displayed.

• [Metering Mode] is set to [ ], which is used exclusively for the Touch AE.

3 Touch the subject you want to optimize the

brightness for.

• Touch [Reset] to bring the brightness optimization position back to the center.

4 Touch [Set].

∫ Canceling the Touch AE function

Touch [ ].

Not available in these cases:

• This function is not available in the following cases: – When using the Digital Zoom – When [4K Live Cropping] is set – When [Touch AF] in [Touch Settings] of the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu has been set to

[AF+AE]

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Setting menu items

You can either operate the buttons or touch the monitor to set menu items.

Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.

Press 2.

Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon,

such as [ ].

• You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial.

/ [Intelligent Auto] (P68)

[Creative Video] (P180)

[Custom Mode] (P81)

[Scene Guide] (P82)

[Creative Control] (P88)

[Rec] (P193) This menu lets you set picture settings.

[Motion Picture] (P210) This menu lets you set motion picture settings.

[Custom] (P213)

[Setup] (P228)

[My Menu] (P238) This menu lets you register frequently-used menus.

[Playback] (P239)

• 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.

These menus let you set the functions available for their corresponding Recording Modes.

Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences.

This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. You can also configure the settings of Wi-Fi/Bluetooth related functions.

This menu lets you set the playback and editing settings for images.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Press [MENU/SET].

Touch operation

Touch a menu selector icon, such as [ ].

Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select

the menu item and press [MENU/SET].

• You can also move to the next screen by rotating the rear dial.

Touch operation

Touch the menu item.

• You can switch the page by touching the bar (A) on the right side of the screen.

Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select

the setting and press [MENU/SET].

• Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way.

Touch operation

Touch the Setting to set.

• You can also rotate the control dial to select the menu selector icon, menu item, or setting.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

∫ Close the menu

Press [ ] or press the shutter button halfway.

Touch operation

Touch [ ].

• Press [DISP.] to display the menu description.

• Menu items that are not available are displayed in gray. If you press [MENU/SET] while a gray item is selected, the reason why it cannot be set is displayed in some setting situations.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Quick Menu

This menu enables you to quickly set functions that are frequently used during recording without calling the menu screen.

Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu.

Rotate the front dial to select the menu item.

• Setting can also be performed by rotating the control

dial.

Rotate the rear dial to select the setting.

Press [Q.MENU] to exit the Quick Menu once

the setting is complete.

• You can also select menu items and setting items by pressing 3/4/2/1.

• The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in.

When using the on-monitor recording information screen (P49)

Select the item by pressing the [Q.MENU] button and rotating the front dial, and then select the setting by rotating the rear dial.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Customizing the Quick Menu settings

You can add a maximum of 15 preferred settings to the Quick Menu.

1 Select the menu.

> [Custom] > [Operation] > [Q.MENU] > [CUSTOM]

2 Press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. 3 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu.

4 Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].

5 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu item in the top

row and then press [MENU/SET].

• Items that have already been set in the top row are displayed in light gray.

6 Press 2/1 to select the empty space in the bottom

row and then press [MENU/SET].

A Items that can be set B Set items

• You can also perform the same operation by dragging the item from the top row to the bottom row.

• If there is no empty space in the bottom row, you can replace an existing item with a new select item by selecting the existing item.

• You can follow the steps below to cancel the setting.

1 Press 4 to move to the bottom row. 2 Press 2/1 to select the item to be canceled and then press [MENU/SET].

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• It will return to screen of step 4. Press [MENU/SET] to switch to the recording screen.

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Fn Buttons

You can register functions to the Fn (Function) buttons. Different functions can be set for both during recording and playback.

Select the menu.

> [Custom] > [Operation] > [Fn Button Set] >

Press 3/4 to select the Fn button you want

to assign a function to and then press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 to select the function you want to

assign and then press [MENU/SET].

• For details on the functions that can be assigned in [Setting in REC mode], refer to P61.

• For details on the functions that can be assigned in [Setting in PLAY mode], refer to P63.

• To restore the default Fn button settings, select [Restore to Default].

• When not setting a function in the Fn button, select [Off].

∫ Setting function buttons from the on-monitor recording information screen

You can also display the screen in step information screen (P49).

∫ Assigning functions quickly

You can quickly display the screen in step [Fn3], [Fn9] to [Fn11]) for 2 seconds. (This screen, however, may not be displayed depending on conditions such as the function registered or the screen displayed.)

[Setting in REC mode]/[Setting in PLAY mode]

2 by touching [Fn] on the on-monitor recording

3 by pressing and holding an Fn button ([Fn1] to

• Some functions may not be available depending on the mode or the displayed screen.

• Some functions cannot be assigned depending on the Fn button.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Using the Fn buttons during recording

You can use assigned functions by pressing the corresponding Fn buttons.

∫ Using Fn buttons with touch operations

1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [Fn4], [Fn5], [Fn6], [Fn7] or [Fn8].

∫ Functions that can be assigned in [Setting in REC mode]

–[Wi-Fi] (P257) – [Q.MENU] (P58) – [Video Record] (P169) – [LVF/Monitor Switch] (P42) – [LVF/Monitor Disp. Style]

(P49)

– [AF/AE LOCK] (P110) –[AF-ON] (P110) – [Preview] (P78) – [One Push AE] (P79) – [Touch AE] (P54) – [Level Gauge] (P50) – [Focus Area Set] – [Zoom Control] (P155) – [1 Shot "4K PHOTO"] – [Operation Lock] – [Focus Ring Lock] (P218) – [Dial Operation Switch]

(P46)

– [Photo Style] (P196) – [Filter Effect] (P87) –[Aspect Ratio] (P194) – [Picture Size] (P194) – [Quality] (P195) – [AFS/AFF] (P95) – [Metering Mode] (P201)

– [Burst Rate] (P119) – [4K PHOTO] (P122) – [Self Timer] (P143) – [Bracket] (P144) – [Highlight Shadow] (P201) – [i.Dynamic] (P202) – [i.Resolution] (P203) – [Min. Shtr Speed] (P204) – [HDR] (P208) – [Shutter Type] (P206) – [Flash Mode] (P162) – [Flash Adjust.] (P165) – [Wireless Flash Setup]

(P166)

– [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P154) – [Digital Zoom] (P156) – [Stabilizer] (P148) – [E-Stabilization (Video)]

(P150)

– [I.S. Lock (Video)] (P151) – [4K Live Cropping] (P182) – [Snap Movie] (P176) – [Motion Pic. Set] (P171) – [Picture Mode in Rec.]

(P175)

– [Sound Rec Level Disp.]

(P179)

– [Sound Rec Level Adj.]

(P179)

– [Mic. Directivity Adjust]

(P316)

– [Silent Mode] (P206) – [Peaking] (P220) – [Histogram] (P221) – [Guide Line] (P221) – [Zebra Pattern] (P – [Monochrome Live View]

(P219)

– [Constant Preview] (P220) – [Live View Boost] (P220) – [Rec Area] (P223) – [Step Zoom] (P157) – [Zoom Speed] (P157) – [Exposure Comp.] (P 111) – [Sensitivity] (P113) – [White Balance] (P115) – [AF Mode/MF] (P97) – [Rec / Playback Switch] – [Restore to Default]

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

• Fn button settings at the time of purchase.

Fn1 [Dial Operation Switch] Fn7 [Histogram]

Fn2 [Q.MENU] Fn8 [I.S. Lock (Video)]

Fn3 [LVF/Monitor Switch] Fn9

No function is set by default.Fn4 [Wi-Fi] Fn10

Fn5 [Preview] Fn11

Fn6 [Level Gauge]

• With [Video Record], you can start/stop recording a motion picture in the same w ay as wit h the motion picture button.

• When set to [Focus Area Set], it is possible to display the position setting screen of either AF area or MF Assist.

• When [1 Shot "4K PHOTO"] is set, recording is performed in a specified 4K Photo Mode only once. After the recording has finished, the camera returns to normal state.

• When [Operation Lock] is set, a certain type of operation is disabled. Set the type of operation to be disabled in [Operation Lock Setting] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu. (P218)

• If you assign [Rec / Playback Switch], you can switch between recording and playback modes.

• If the screen displays A or similar, the displayed operation will be performed instead of the function assigned to Fn buttons by [Fn Button Set].

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Using the Fn buttons during playback

You can use an assigned function by pressing the appropriate Fn button.

• Depending on the function, you can directly use it for the image being played back.

Example: When [Fn1] is set to [Rating¿3]

1 Press 2/1 to select the image. 2 Press the Fn button (Fn1) to set the image as

[Rating¿3].

∫ Functions that can be assigned in [Setting in PLAY mode]

• The following functions can be assigned to the Fn button (Fn1)/[Fn3].

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–[Wi-Fi] (P257) – [LVF/Monitor Switch] (P42) – [Rec / Playback Switch] – [4K PHOTO Play] – [Delete Single] (P191) – [Protect] (P242) –[Rating¿1] (P242)

• Fn button settings at the time of purchase.

Fn1 [Wi-Fi]

Fn3 [LVF/Monitor Switch]

• If you assign [4K PHOTO Play], a screen will be displayed, allowing you to select the pictures to be extracted from a 4K burst file and saved.

–[Rating¿2] (P242) –[Rating¿3] (P242) –[Rating¿4] (P242) –[Rating¿5] (P242) – [RAW Processing] (P244) – [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] (P128) – [Restore to Default]

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Entering Text

Follow the steps below when the text entry screen is displayed.

Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then

press [MENU/SET] to register.

• To repeatedly enter the same character, rotate the front/ rear dial or the control dial to the right to move the entry location.

• Operations when the items below are selected

– [ ]: Switch text between [A] (upper case characters), [a] (lower case

–[]]: Enter a blank – [Delete]: Delete a character – [ ]: Move the entry position cursor to the left – [ ]: Move the entry position cursor to the right

¢ You can also switch between text modes by pressing [DISP.].

• A maximum of 30 characters can be entered. (Maximum of 9 characters when setting names in [Face Recog.])

• A maximum of 15 characters can be entered for [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ]. (Maximum of 6 characters when setting names in [Face Recog.])

Press 3/4/2/1 to move the cursor to [Set] and then press [MENU/

characters), [1] (numbers), and [&] (special characters)

SET] to end text input.

3. Recording Modes

Easy Recording (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Recording Mode:

The [ ] mode (Intelligent Auto mode) can record images using settings automatically selected by the camera. In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

• At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.

Hold the camera with the lens facing toward

the subject.

• When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned will change. (Automatic Scene Detection)

3. Recording Modes

The camera detects scenes automatically (Scene Detection) ( : When taking pictures, : When recording motion pictures)

[i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1[i-Night Scenery]

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¢1 Displayed when a flash is used. ¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON]. ¢3 Displayed when persons under 3 years old registered in the

camera with the Face Recognition function are detected.

•[¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard

settings are set.

• When recording is performed with the 4K Photo or Post Focus function, Scene Detection works in the same way as when motion picture is recorded.

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∫ Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode

1 Select the menu.

> [Intelligent Auto] > [Intelligent Auto Mode]

2 Press 3/4 to select [ ] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].

It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen.

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode allows you to adjust the settings below while also using Intelligent Auto Mode for other settings.

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Intelligent Auto Mode

Setting the brightness ± —

Setting the color tone ± —

Defocus Control ± —

Menus that can be set Many Few

3. Recording Modes

∫ AF, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition

The AF Mode is automatically set to [š]. If you touch the subject, the AF tracking function will work.

• The AF tracking function will also work if you press [ ] (2) and then press the shutter button

halfway.

• When [Face Recog.] is set to [ON], and the face similar to the registered face is detected, [R] is displayed in the top right of [ ], [ ] and [ ].

∫ About the flash

• Open the flash when the flash is to be used. (P159)

When recording with the flash, the camera automatically selects [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] according to the type and brightness of the subject.

• When [ ] or [ ] is set, Red-Eye Removal is enabled.

• Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ].

• In Intelligent Auto Plus Mode, you can set [Flash Mode] to [Œ] (forced flash off) in [Flash] of

the [Rec] menu even with the flash open.

∫ Scene Detection

• Use a tripod or similar support when the scene detection has been identified as [ ]. When the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal, the shutter speed becomes slower than normal. Take care not to move the camera while taking pictures.

• Depending on recording conditions, different scene types may be selected for the same subject.

The Backlight Compensation

When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. Backlight Compensation works automatically in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode or Intelligent Auto Mode.

3. Recording Modes

[Intelligent Auto] menu

Taking handheld shots of night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot])

When [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the night scenery will be taken at a high burst speed and composed into a single picture.

> [Intelligent Auto] > [iHandheld Night Shot] > [ON]/[OFF]

• The angle of view will be slightly narrower.

• Do not move the camera during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button.

• Flash is fixed to [Œ] (forced flash off).

Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR])

When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation. [iHDR] works automatically as needed. When it does, [ ] is displayed on the screen.

> [Intelligent Auto] > [iHDR] > [ON]/[OFF]

• The angle of view will be slightly narrower.

• Do not move the camera during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button.

• You cannot take the next picture until the combination of pictures is complete.

• A moving subject may be recorded with unnatural blurs.

Not available in these cases:

• [iHandheld Night Shot]/[iHDR] do not work for the pictures taken during a motion picture recording.

• [iHandheld Night Shot]/[iHDR] are not available in the following cases:

– When recording in Burst Mode – When recording 4K photos – When recording with the Post

Focus function

– When recording with the Bracket

function

• [iHDR] is not available in the following cases: – When recording using the flash

– When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] – When [Ex. Tele Conv.] in the [Rec] menu is set – When using [Time Lapse Shot] – When using [Stop Motion Animation] (only when

[Auto Shooting] is set)

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Taking pictures with customized color, defocus control, and brightness settings

Recording Mode:

∫ Setting color

1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust color.

• To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again.

• The color setting will return to the default level (center point) when this unit is turned off or the camera is switched to another Recording Mode.

∫ Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus

Control)

1 Press [ ] to display the brightness setting screen. 2 Press the Fn button (Fn1) to display the setting

screen.

3 Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial.

• To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET].

• To cancel the setting, press [Fn2] on the blurriness setting screen.

• AF Mode is set to [Ø]. The position of the AF area can be set by touching the screen. (Its size cannot be changed)

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∫ Setting brightness

1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust brightness.

• In the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, [Exposure Comp. Disp. Setting], you can change the functions to be set on the exposure compensation screen. (P46)

• To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again.

3. Recording Modes

Change the settings by using the touch screen

1 Touch [ ].

2 Touch the item you want to set.

[ ]: Color tone

[ ]: Defocus level

[ ]: Brightness

3 Drag the slide bar to set.

• To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET].

• Depending on the lens used, you may hear a sound from the lens while operating Defocus Control. This is due to the aperture operation of the lens and is not a malfunction.

• Depending on the lens used, operational sound of the Defocus Control may be recorded during the recording of a motion picture when the function is used.

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Recording Mode:

The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [Rec] menu.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press the shutter button halfway and display

the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.

A Shutter speed B Aperture value

• If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and shutter speed turn red and blink.

∫ Program Shift

You can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. It enables you to, for example, make the background more defocused by decreasing the aperture value or capture a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed.

1 Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter

speed value on the screen.

2 While the values are displayed (about 10 seconds),

perform Program Shift by rotating the rear dial or front dial.

A Program Shift indication

• To cancel Program Shift, perform either of the following operations: – Turn off the camera. – Rotate the front/rear dial until the Program Shift indication disappears.

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Not available in these cases:

• Program Shift is not available in the following cases: – When recording using the flash – When recording 4K photos – When recording with the Post Focus function – When the ISO sensitivity is set to [ ]

3. Recording Modes

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed

Recording Mode:

(Example: In Manual Exposure Mode)

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• The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P78)

• The brightness of the screen and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the playback screen.

• If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red and blink when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

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It becomes easier to defocus the background.

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It becomes easier to express movement.

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It becomes easier to maintain focus as far as the background.

Fast

It becomes easier to freeze movement.

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When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically optimizes the shutter speed for the brightness of the subject.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Set the aperture value by rotating the rear dial or the

front dial.

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• When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the position of the aperture ring to other than [A] to use the aperture value of the lens.

Shutter-Priority AE Mode

When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically optimizes the aperture value for the brightness of the subject.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Set the shutter speed by rotating the rear dial or the

front dial.

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• When the flash is activated, the fastest shutter speed that can be selected is 1/200 of a second. (P162)

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Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed, and

rotate the front dial to set the aperture value.

A Shutter speed B Aperture value C Manual Exposure Assistance

Available Shutter Speed (Sec.)

When the mechanical shutter is used [B] (Bulb), 60 to 1/4000

When the Electronic Front Curtain is used [B] (Bulb), 60 to 1/2000

When the electronic shutter is used 1 to 1/16000

• When using the mechanical shutter or the electronic front curtain, you can set [B] (Bulb) and then [LC] (Live View Composite) by rotating the rear dial to the left. For information about Live View Composite recording, refer to page 76.

Optimizing the ISO sensitivity for the shutter speed and aperture value

When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], it will be adjusted according to the shutter speed and aperture value.

• Depending on recording conditions, an appropriate exposure may not be set or the ISO sensitivity may become higher.

Manual Exposure Assistance

When the ISO sensitivity is set to other than [AUTO], Manual Exposure Assistance will be displayed on the recording screen.

The exposure is adequate.

Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value.

Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value.

• The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen.

• When using a lens having an aperture ring, set the position of the aperture ring to [A] to activate the front/rear dial settings. At positions other than [A], the ring setting takes priority.

• When the flash is activated, the fastest shutter speed that can be selected is 1/200 of a second. (P162)

3. Recording Modes

Bulb recording

Recording Mode:

If you set the shutter speed to [B] (Bulb) during manual mode, the shutter stays open while the shutter button is pressed and held fully.(Up to approximately 30 minutes) The shutter closes if you release the shutter button. Use this when you want to keep the shutter open for a long time to take pictures of fireworks, a night scene etc.

• We recommend using a tripod or the shutter remote control (DMW-RS2: optional) when you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B].

• When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], noise may become visible. To avoid picture noise, we recommend setting [Long Shtr NR] in the [Rec] menu to [ON] before taking pictures.

Not available in these cases:

• This function is not available in the following cases: – When recording using the flash (only when [Flash Synchro] is set to [2ND]) – When recording 4K photos – When recording with the Post Focus function – When recording with the Bracket function – When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON] – When using the electronic shutter – When [HDR] is set to [ON] – When using [Time Lapse Shot] – When using [Stop Motion Animation] (only when [Auto Shooting] is set)

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Recording Mode:

The camera records images at set exposure time intervals, and combines parts with changes in bright light to save the result as one picture. A combined image is displayed at each exposure time interval, so you can keep recording while checking results. With its ability to take pictures with reduced overall brightness, this function is useful for capturing the light trails of stars and fireworks with bright night scenery in the background.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed to [LC].

3 Select the menu.

> [Rec] > [Live View Composite]

• After switching the shutter speed to [LC], pressing [MENU/SET] will display the menu with [Live View Composite] selected. (It displays in this state only once after switching the shutter speed to [LC].)

4 Select the exposure time per frame (shutter speed).

• This can be set in a range of [1/2 SEC] to [60 SEC].

• Press the shutter button halfway to return to the recording screen.

5 Press the shutter button fully to obtain an image with reduced noise.

• A countdown screen is displayed. Wait until this step completes.

6 Press the shutter button fully to start recording.

• Images are combined every time the exposure time set in step 4 has passed.

7 Press the shutter button fully again to stop recording.

• This will run noise reduction and save the image.

• Live View Composite can record up to 3 hours per recording. (Recording stops automatically when the recording time exceeds 3 hours.)

∫ Screen indications during recording

A Histogram display

• After following step

B Exposure time per frame k Number of pictures combined C Elapsed time

• The time is updated with each increase in the number of pictures combined.

• We recommend using a tripod or the Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional) for Live View Composite recording.

• We recommend that you use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional).

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3. Recording Modes

• [Long Shtr NR] is fixed to [ON].

• After an image for noise reduction is obtained, some menus are not displayed.

• The image for noise reduction will be discarded if the following operations are performed. Follow step – Setting [Live View Composite] – Changing the ISO sensitivity – Switching to Playback Mode – Starting motion picture recording – Changing the Recording Mode – Changing the drive mode

• When the shutter button is pressed fully to stop recording, the last image will not be included in the combined image.

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Not available in these cases:

• This function is not available in the following cases: – When recording using the flash (only when [Flash Synchro] is set to [2ND]) – When recording in Burst Mode – When recording 4K photos – When recording with the Post Focus function – When recording with the Bracket function – When using [Filter Settings] – When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON] – When [Shutter Type] is set to [ESHTR] – When [HDR] is set to [ON] – When using [Time Lapse Shot] – When using [Stop Motion Animation] – When using [Multi Exp.]

3. Recording Modes

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Applicable modes:

• Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range)

before taking a picture by closing the diaphragm blades 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.

Touch [Fn5] to switch between different effect preview screens.

• [Preview] is assigned to [Fn5] by default. (P60)

Normal recording screen

Aperture effect preview

screen

Aperture effect: On

Shutter speed effect: Off

Shutter speed effect

preview screen

Aperture effect: On

Shutter speed effect: On

Depth of field properties

Aperture value Small Large

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Focus length Tel e Wide

Distance to the subject Near Distant

Depth of field (effective focus range) Shallow (Narrow)

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Deep (Wide)

¢1 Recording conditions ¢2 Example: When you want to take a picture with a blurred background etc. ¢3 Example: When you want to take a picture with everything in focus including the background

etc.

• It is possible to record while in Preview Mode.

• Range for shutter speed effect check is 8 seconds to 1/16000 of a second.

Not available in these cases:

• Preview Mode is not available when recording with [4K Pre-Burst].

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Applicable modes:

When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a suitable exposure setting.

How to tell if the exposure is not adequate

• If the aperture values and shutter speed blink red when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

• If the Manual Exposure Assistance (P74) is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode.

1 Set a Fn button to [One Push AE]. (P60) 2 (When exposure is not adequate)

Press Fn button.

Blink red

The exposure is changed to give a

suitable exposure.

• The aperture and shutter speed change to the settings adjusted for the correct exposure.

• In the following cases, suitable exposure cannot be set. – When the subject is extremely dark and it is not possible to achieve adequate exposure

by changing the aperture value or shutter speed – When recording using the flash – In Preview Mode – When using a lens that includes an aperture ring

3. Recording Modes

Custom Mode

Recording Mode:

Registering custom settings

Up to 4 sets of current camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. (, , , ) Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially.

Preparation:

Set to recording mode and menu settings of the state you wish to save.

> [Setup] > [Cust.Set Mem.] >

• You can register up to three custom sets to [ ] of the mode dial.

• The following menu items are not registered as custom settings.

– [Menu Guide] – Data registered with [Face Recog.] – The [Profile Setup] setting

Custom set where you want to register settings

[Custom] menu [Setup] menu

– All menus

[Playback] menu

– All menus

3. Recording Modes

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Using Custom Mode

Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

• If you set the mode dial to [ ], the last used custom set will be called up.

∫ To change a custom set in [ ] ([Custom Mode] menu)

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the menu.

> [Custom Mode]

3 Press 3/4 to select the custom setting you want to use, and then press [MENU/

SET].

• The settings are switched to those settings you selected for the custom set.

It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen.

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∫ Changing the registered content

Registered contents do not change when the menu setting is changed temporarily with the mode dial set to [ ] or [ ]. To change the registered settings, overwrite the registered content using [Cust.Set Mem.] on the [Setup] menu.

3. Recording Modes

Scene Guide Mode

Recording Mode:

If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press 2/1 to select the scene.

• The scene can also be selected by dragging an example image or the slide bar.

Press [MENU/SET].

It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen.

• Depending on the scene, the recording screen may seem as if frames are missed.

• To change the Scene Guide Mode, select [Scene Switch] in the Scene Guide Menu. This will return you to step

• Some items in the [Rec] menu are not available in Scene Guide Mode as the camera automatically makes optimization adjustments.

• Although White Balance is fixed to [AWB] for certain types of scene, you can fine tune the White Balance (P117) or use White Balance bracketing (P147) by pressing [ ] button on the recording screen.

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3. Recording Modes

Types of Scene Guide Mode

Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips

Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed.

• When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed.

Normal display Guide display List display

[Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin]

• The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar tone to the complexion of a subject, as well.

• This mode may not be effective under insufficient lighting.

[Backlit Softness] [Clear in Backlight]

[Relaxing Tone] [Sweet Child's Face]

Touch the face.

• A still picture is recorded with the focus and exposure set for the touched location.

[Distinct Scenery] [Bright Blue Sky]

[Romantic Sunset Glow] [Vivid Sunset Glow]

3. Recording Modes

[Glistening Water]

• Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on the objects other than water surface.

[Clear Nightscape]

[Cool Night Sky] [Warm Glowing

Nightscape]

[Artistic Nightscape] [Glittering Illuminations]

[Handheld Night Shot]

• Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button.

• The angle of view will be slightly narrower.

[Soft Image of a Flower]

• For close-up recording, we recommend that you do not use the flash.

[Cute Dessert]

• For close-up recording, we recommend that you do not use the flash.

[Clear Night Portrait]

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

• When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture.

[Appetizing Food]

• For close-up recording, we recommend that you do not use the flash.

[Freeze Animal Motion]

• The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF].

[Clear Sports Shot] [Monochrome]

[Panorama Shot]

3. Recording Modes

[Panorama Shot]

Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama.

Preparation: Set the Scene Guide Mode to [Panorama Shot].

1 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 2 Press the shutter button fully and move the camera in a small circle in the

direction of the arrow on the screen.

Recording from left to right

Image size: [STANDARD] Image size: [WIDE] A Recording direction and

• Move the camera at a constant speed. Pictures may not be able to be recorded properly if the camera is moved too fast or slow.

panning (Guide)

B Horizontal/vertical guide

3 Press the shutter button once again to end the picture recording.

• Recording can also be ended by keeping the camera still while recording.

• Recording can also be ended by moving the camera to the end of the guide.

∫ Changing panorama picture settings

> [Rec] > [Panorama Settings]

[Direction]

[Picture Size]

• The number of recording pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions of the panorama picture varies depending on the image size, the recording direction and the number of combined pictures. The maximum number of pixels is shown below.

Image size Recording direction

[STANDARD]

[WIDE]

Sets the recording direction.

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Sets the angle of view (image size).

[STANDARD]/[WIDE]

Horizontal

Resolution

Horizontal 8176 pixels 1920 pixels

Vertical 2560 pixels 7680 pixels

Horizontal 8176 pixels 960 pixels

Vertical 1280 pixels 7680 pixels

Vertical Resolution

3. Recording Modes

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∫ Technique for Panorama Shot Mode

A Move the camera in the recording direction

without shaking it. (If the camera shakes too much, pictures may not be recorded, or the created panorama picture may become narrower (smaller).)

B Move the camera towards the edge of the

range you wish to record. (However, the last frame is not recorded to the end.)

∫ About playback

Pressing 3 will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording.

• The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback.

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3 Start panorama playback/Pause

4 Sto p

¢ When the playback is paused, you can scroll forwards and backwards by dragging the

screen. When the scroll bar is touched, the playback position jumps to the touched position.

• When the focal length is long, such as when a telephoto lens is attached, move the camera slowly.

• The focus, White Balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus or brightness.

• When multiple pictures are combined to create a single panorama picture, the subject may appear distorted or the connection points may be noticeable in some cases.

Not available in these cases:

• A panorama picture may not be able to be created, or the pictures may not be combined properly when recording the following subjects or under the recording conditions below. – Subjects with a single, uniform color or repetitive pattern (such as the sky or a beach) – Moving subjects (person, pet, car, waves, flowers blowing in the breeze, etc.) – Subjects where the color or patterns change in a short time (such as an image appearing on

a display) – Dark places – Locations with flickering light sources such as fluorescent lights or candles

3. Recording Modes

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Creative Control Mode

Recording Mode:

You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press 3/4 to select the image effects

(filters).

A Preview display

• You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching the example images.

• It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen.

Press [MENU/SET].

Displaying the description of each image effect

Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displayed.

• When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed.

Normal display Guide display List display

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• White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO].

• Depending on the image effect, the recording screen may seem as if frames are missed.

3. Recording Modes

∫ [Creative Control] menu

The menus below are available in Creative Control Mode.

> [Creative Control]

[Filter Effect] Displays the image effect (filter) selection screen.

[Simultaneous

Record w/o Filter]

Allows you to set the camera to take a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously.

Types of image effects

[Expressive] [Retro] [Old Days]

[High Key] [Low Key] [Sepia]

[Monochrome] [Dynamic

Monochrome]

[Silky Monochrome]

[Cross Process] [Toy Effect] [Toy Pop]

[Bleach Bypass] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus]

[Fantasy] [Star Filter] [One Point Color]

[Sunshine]

[Impressive Art] [High Dynamic]

[Rough Monochrome]

3. Recording Modes

∫ Setting the type of defocus ([Miniature Effect])

1 Press 3 to display the setting screen.

• Setting screen can also be displayed by touching in order of [ ] then [ ].

2 Press 3/4 or 2/1 to move the in-focus portion.

• You can also move the in-focus portion by touching the screen on the recording screen.

• To set the recording orientation (defocus orientation), touch [ ].

3 Rotate the rear dial to change the size of in-focus

portion.

• The portion can also be enlarged/reduced by pinching out/ pinching in the screen.

• To reset the in-focus portion setting to the default, press [DISP.].

4 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

• No sound is recorded in motion pictures.

• Approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded. (If you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1 minute long.) The displayed available recording time is approximately 10 times.

• If you end motion picture recording after a short time, the camera may go on recording for a certain period.

∫ Set the color to leave in ([One Point Color])

1 Press 3 to display the setting screen.

• Setting screen can also be displayed by touching in order of [ ] then [ ].

2 Select the color you want to leave by moving the

frame with 3/4/2/1.

• You can also select the color you want to leave by touching the screen.

• To return the frame back to the center, press [DISP.].

3 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

• Depending on the subject, the set color may not be left in.

3. Recording Modes

∫ Setting the position and size of the light source ([Sunshine])

1 Press 3 to display the setting screen.

• Setting screen can also be displayed by touching in order of [ ] then [ ].

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the center position of the light source.

• The position of the light source can also be moved by touching the screen.

Point for when placing the center of the light source

A more natural appearance can be created by placing the center of the light source outside the image.

3 Adjust the size of the light source by rotating the rear dial.

• The display can also be enlarged/reduced by pinching out/pinching in.

• To reset the light source setting to the default, press [DISP.].

4 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

Adjust the effect to fit your preferences

1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set.

• To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again.

Image effect Items that can be set

[Expressive] Freshness Understated colors Pop colors

[Retro] Color Yellowish tinge Reddish tinge

[Old Days] Contrast Low contrast High contrast

[High Key] Color Pinkish tinge Aquamarinish tinge

[Low Key] Color Reddish tinge Bluish tinge

[Sepia] Contrast Low contrast High contrast

3. Recording Modes

Image effect Items that can be set

[Monochrome] Color Yellowish tinge Bluish tinge

[Dynamic Monochrome]

[Rough Monochrome]

[Silky Monochrome]

[Impressive Art] Freshness Black and white Pop colors

[High Dynamic] Freshness Black and white Pop colors

[Cross Process] Color

[Toy Effect] Color Orangish tinge Bluish tinge

[Toy Pop]

[Bleach Bypass] Contrast Low contrast High contrast

[Miniature Effect] Freshness Understated colors Pop colors

[Soft Focus] Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus

[Fantasy] Freshness Understated colors Pop colors

[Star Filter]

[One Point Color] Amount of color left

[Sunshine] Color

Contrast Low contrast High contrast

Grittiness Less gritty Grittier

Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus

Area with reduced peripheral brightness

Greenish tinge/Bluish tinge/Yellowish tinge/

Small Large

Short Long

Smaller Larger

Rotate to the left Rotate to the right

Small amount of

color

Reddish tinge

Length of the rays of light

Number of the rays of light

Angle of the rays of light

Large amount of

color

Yellowish tinge/Reddish tinge/

Bluish tinge/Whitish tinge

3. Recording Modes

EXPS

Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control)

1 Press [ ] to display the brightness setting screen. 2 Press the Fn button (Fn1) to display the setting

screen.

3 Rotate the rear dial to set.

• To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET].

• To cancel the setting, press [Fn2] on the blurriness setting screen.

Not available in these cases:

• This function is not available in the following case: – [Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode)

Setting brightness

1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set.

• In the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, [Exposure Comp. Disp. Setting], you can change the functions to be set on the exposure compensation screen. (P46)

• To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again.

∫ Change the settings by using the touch screen

1 Touch [ ].

2 Touch the item you want to set.

[ ]: Adjusts an image effect

[ ]: Defocus level

[ ]: Brightness

3 Drag the slide bar to set.

• To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET].

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4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and

LOW

Color tone Settings

Using AF

AF (Auto Focus) refers to automatic focusing. Select the focus mode and the AF mode appropriate for the subject and scene.

Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or

[AFC].

• The Focus Mode will be set. (P95)

Press [ ] (2).

Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press

[MENU/SET].

• The AF Mode will be set. (P97)

Press the shutter button halfway.

• AF will be activated.

Focus

Focus indication A On Blinks

AF area B Green —

Sound Beeps 2 times —

• The focus indication is displayed as [ ] in a dark environment, and focusing may take longer than usual.

• If the camera detects stars in the night sky after displaying [ ], Starlight AF will be activated. When focus is achieved, the focus indication [ ] and AF areas in focus are displayed. (Starlight AF cannot perform detection on the edges of the screen.)

When the subject is

focused

When the subject is not

focused

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4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

• If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust the focus.

Subjects and recording conditions which are difficult to focus

• Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects without contrast.

• When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects.

• When it is dark or when jitter occurs.

• When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of both distant and near subjects.

How to adjust the composition while pressing the shutter button halfway

When recording with [Ø], follow the steps below if the subject is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take. (When the focus mode is set to [AFS])

1 Aim the AF area over the subject. 2 Press the shutter button halfway.

• This will lock the focus and exposure.

3 While continuing to press and hold the shutter button halfway, move the camera to

compose the picture you want to take.

4 Press the shutter button to take the picture.

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

Setting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC)

Applicable modes:

The method for achieving focus when the shutter button is pressed halfway is set.

Set the focus mode lever.

Item Recommended recording scenes

“AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. The focus stays locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway, so you can perform recording while changing the composition.

“AFF” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Flexible”. If the subject moves while the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus is readjusted automatically according to the movement of the subject.

“AFC” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Continuous”. In this mode, while the shutter button is pressed halfway, focusing is constantly performed to match the movement of the subject.

[AFS/

AFF]

[AFC]

Subject is still (Scenery,

[AFS]

anniversary photograph, etc.)

Movement cannot be predicted

[AFF]

(Children, pets, etc.)

You can set the menu to change the setting.

> [Rec]/ [Motion Picture] > [AFS/AFF]

Settings: [AFS]/[AFF]

Subject is moving (Sport, trains, etc.)

When recording using [AFF], [AFC]

• This predicts the movement of the subject, maintaining focusing. (Movement prediction)

• It may take time to focus on the subject when you operate the zoom from Wide to Tele or suddenly change the subject from a distant one to a nearby one.

• Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject.

• While the shutter button is pressed and held halfway, shake may be seen on the screen.

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

• Focus Mode settings of [AFF] and [AFC] work in the same manner as [AFS] in the following situations: – Creative Video Mode – When recording with [4K Burst(S/S)] – In low light situations

• The setting is fixed to [AFS] when the Scene Guide Mode is set to [Panorama Shot].

• [AFF] is not available when recording 4K photos. [Continuous AF] works during recording.

• The Focus Mode setting cannot be changed when recording is performed with the Post Focus function.

[AF Sensitivity(Photo)]

Applicable modes:

Sets the sensitivity to be applied when adjusting the focus according to the movement of the subject.

Preparation:

The focus mode is set to [AFF] or [AFC]. (P95)

> [Rec] > [AF Sensitivity(Photo)]

Settings: [i2], [i1], [w0], [j1], [j2]

When the distance to the subject changes drastically, the camera re-adjusts the focus

immediately. You can bring different subjects into focus one after another.

When the distance to the subject changes drastically, the camera waits for a short period

of time before re-adjusting the focus. This allows you to prevent the focus from being accidentally re-adjusted when, for example, an object moves across the image.

Not available in these cases:

• This function is not available in the following cases: – [Panorama Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) – When recording 4K photos – When recording with the Post Focus function

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

Selecting the AF Mode

Applicable modes:

This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected.

Press [ ] (2).

Press 2/1 to select the AF mode and then

press [MENU/SET].

The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects. The camera adjusts the focus on

([Face/Eye

Detection])

([Tracking])

([49-Area])

, etc.

([Custom Multi])

the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure using the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ]). (P98)

The camera keeps adjusting the focus and exposure automatically to the specified moving object. (Dynamic Tracking) (When [Metering Mode] is set to [ ]) (P98)

Up to 49 AF areas can be focused. This is effective when a subject is not in the center of the screen.

From among 49 AF areas, you can freely set the optimum shape of the AF area for the subject. (P99)

The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen.

([1-Area])

You can achieve a more precise focus on a point that is smaller than [Ø].

([Pinpoint])

• In Intelligent Auto Mode and Intelligent Auto Plus Mode, you can switch to either [š] or [ ].

If you press the shutter button halfway, the screen that lets you check the focus will be enlarged.

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

About [š] ([Face/Eye Detection])

When the camera detects faces, AF areas are displayed and the eye to be brought into focus are indicated.

A: Eye used for focusing

Yellow: The color changes to green when the shutter button

White: This is displayed when more than one face is

• The camera can detect the faces of up to 15 people. Only the eyes of the face to be brought into focus can be detected.

is pressed halfway and focus is achieved.

detected. Faces that are at the same distance as the face inside the yellow AF area will be brought into focus.

∫ Changing the eye to be brought into focus

Touch the eye to be brought into focus.

• Touching [ ] or pressing [MENU/SET] will cancel the setting of the eye that has been brought into focus.

Locking the subject to be tracked ([ ] ([Tracking]))

Button operation

Aim the AF Tracking area B over the subject and then press the shutter button halfway.

• The AF area turns green when the subject is detected.

• The AF area turns yellow when you release the shutter button.

• Press [MENU/SET] to clear the lock.

Touch operation

Touch the subject.

• Perform this operation with the Touch Shutter function canceled.

• The AF Tracking area turns yellow while the subject is locked.

• Touch [ ] to clear the lock.

• The AF Tracking area will blink in red and then disappear if the lock fails.

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

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Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi])

1 Press [ ] (2). 2 Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and press 3. 3 Press 2/1 to select a setting and then press 4.

A The current shape of the AF area

This shape is

([Horizontal

Pattern])

([Vertical Pattern])

([Central Pattern])

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([Custom1]/

[Custom2]/ [Custom3])

• The AF area setting screen is displayed.

convenient for taking panning shots or similar shots.

This shape is convenient for recording objects, such as buildings.

This shape is convenient when you want to bring the center area into focus.

You can select a customized setting.

4 Select AF areas.

B The selected AF areas

When selecting [ ]/[ ]/[ ]

1 Change the shape of an AF area.

Button operation

3/4/2/1 Touching Moves the position

[DISP.] [Reset]

Tou ch

operation

Pinching

out/in

2 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

Description of

operation

Changes the size

First time: The position is reset to the center Second time: The size is reset to the default

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4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

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When selecting [ ]/[ ]/[ ]

1 Change the shape of an AF area.

Button operation

Press 3/4/2/1 to select the AF area, and then press [MENU/SET] to set (repeat).

• The setting is canceled when [MENU/SET] is pressed again.

• To cancel all selections, press [DISP.].

Touch operation

Touch or drag to select AF areas.

• To cancel the selection of a particular AF area, touch the area again.

2 Press the Fn button (Fn1) to set.

∫ Registering the set AF area to [ ], [ ] or [ ]

1 On the screen in step

3 on P99, press 3.

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2 Press 3/4 to select a destination to which the setting will be registered, and press

[MENU/SET].

• Turning off this unit will return the setting adjusted with [ ]/[ ]/[ ] back to the default setting.

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Panasonic DC-G91 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Contents by Function

1. Before Use

Care of the camera

Standard Accessories

Names and Functions of Components

About the Lens

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Charging the Battery

Charge the battery using the battery charger

Battery Insertion

Charge the battery using the camera

Number of pictures and recordable time

Inserting the Card (Optional)

Card Information

Formatting the card (initialization)

Number of Recordable Pictures, Recordable Time

Attaching a Lens

Changing the Monitor Position

Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time)

Basic Operations

How to Hold the Camera

Using the Viewfinder

Shutter button (Taking pictures)

Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures)

Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode)

Front Dial/Rear Dial

Control Dial

Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button

[DISP.] button (switching the information display)

Touch screen (Touch operations)

Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function

Setting menu items

Quick Menu

Customizing the Quick Menu settings

Fn Buttons

Entering Text

3. Recording Modes

Easy Recording (Intelligent Auto Mode)

[Intelligent Auto] menu

Taking pictures with customized color, defocus control, and brightness settings

Program AE Mode

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed

Aperture-Priority AE Mode

Shutter-Priority AE Mode

Manual Exposure Mode

Bulb recording

Live View Composite Recording

Preview Mode

One Push AE

Custom Mode

Registering custom settings

Using Custom Mode

Scene Guide Mode

[Panorama Shot]

Creative Control Mode

Types of image effects

Using AF

Setting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC)

[AF Sensitivity(Photo)]

Selecting the AF Mode