Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and
save this manual for future use.
Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
Digital Camera. Please read this document carefully and keep it handy for future
reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of
your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations
in this document.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the
purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
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About Operating Instructions
0 This document provides an explanation with the assumption that menu settings are
in the default settings.
0 Description in this document is based on the interchangeable lens (S-R24105).
Symbols Used in the Text
Symbols for recording modes, pictures, and videos that can be used
In this document, symbols are placed at the start of functional explanations (recording
modes, pictures, and videos) showing conditions in which these functions can be
used.
Black icons show conditions in which these can be used, and grey icons show
conditions in which these cannot be used.
Example: /
Operating symbols
In this document, camera operation is explained using the following symbols:
AFront dial
BRear dial
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DPress the centre of the joystick
E[MENU/SET] button
FControl dial
0 For information about operation methods of the operation part, refer to page 62.
0 Other symbols, such as icons shown on the camera screen, are also used in
explanations.
0 This document describes the procedure for selecting menu items as follows:
Example) Set [Picture Quality] of the [Photo] ([Image Quality]) menu to [STD.].
¨ [] ¨ [] ¨ [Picture Quality] ¨ Select [STD.]
For information about menu operation methods, refer to page 73.
Cursor button up/down/left/right
or
Joystick up/down/left/right
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Notification classification symbols
In this document, notifications are classified and described using the following
symbols:
To confirm prior to using the function
Hints for better use of the camera and tips for recording
Notifications and supplementary items regarding specifications
Related information and page number
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Chapters
1. Introduction
2. Getting Started
3. Basic Operations
4. Easy Recording
5. Image Recording
6. Focus/Zoom
7. Drive/Shutter
8. Metering/Exposure/ISO Sensitivity
9. White Balance/Image Quality
10. Flash
11. Recording Videos
12. Playing Back and Editing of Images
13. Camera Customisation
14. Menu Guide
15. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
16. Connecting to Other Devices
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17. Materials
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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.
0 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)
0 To check the firmware version of the camera/lens, attach the lens to
the camera and select [Firmware Version] in the [Setup] ([Others])
menu. You can also update the firmware in [Firmware Version]. (l 360)
0 This document provides explanations for camera firmware version 1.0.
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.
– Touch operations may be incorrectly recognised.
When using in low temperatures (s10 oC to 0 oC (14 oF to 32 oF))
– Before use, attach a Panasonic lens with a minimum recommended operating
temperature of j10 oC (14 oF).
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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
stabiliser 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 minimise 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, 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.
Condensation (When the Lens, the Viewfinder or Monitor
is Fogged Up)
0 Condensation occurs when there are temperature or humidity differences. Be careful
because condensation can lead to stains or mould on the lens, viewfinder, and
monitor or cause a failure.
0 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.
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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” (l 470)
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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
0
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 “Operating Instructions” (supplied).
0 Digital camera body is referred to as camera in this document.
0 Battery pack is referred to as battery pack or battery in this document.
0 Battery charger is referred to as battery charger or charger in this document.
0 The memory card is optional.
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Lenses That Can Be Used
The lens mount of this camera is compliant with the L-Mount standard of
Leica Camera AG. It can be used with 35 mm full-frame compatible
interchangeable lenses and APS-C size interchangeable lenses of this
standard.
In this document, a 35-mm full-frame interchangeable lens compliant with the Leica
0
Camera AG L-Mount standard is referred to as a full-frame lens, and an APS-C-
size interchangeable lens compliant with this standard is referred to as an APS-C
lens. When no differentiation is made between full-frame lenses and APS-C lenses,
they are both referred to as the lens.
Notes on the Use of APS-C Lenses
When APS-C lenses are used, some functions, such as image area, are
disabled or operate differently. (l 82, 83, 130, 161, 170, 204, 210, 214,
238, 316)
0 Refer to catalogues/websites for most current
information regarding supported lenses.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(English only)
0 The angle of view while recording with an APS-C lens is equivalent to the
angle of view of a focal length of 1.5k when converted to the focal length of a
35 mm film camera. (If a 50 mm lens is used, the angle of view will be
equivalent to a 75 mm lens.)
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Memory Cards That Can Be Used
You can use an XQD memory card and SD memory card with this camera.
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An XQD memory card is referred to as XQD card in this document.
SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card are referred to by
the generic name of SD card.
When not differentiating between an XQD card and SD card, a card is referred to as
simply card.
XQD card
XQD memory card
(32 GB to 256 GB)
0
AVCHD videos cannot be recorded with an XQD card.
SD card
SD memory card
(512 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC memory card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC memory card
(48 GB to 128 GB)
0
For the latest information, check the following support
website.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(English only)
0 Operation with Sony XQD G Series/M Series has
been verified for this camera.
(As of January 2019)
0 The camera supports SDHC/SDXC memory cards
compliant with UHS Speed Class 3 of the UHS-
II standard.
UHS-
I/
0 The camera supports
SDHC/SDXC memory
cards compliant with
Video Speed Class 90 of
II standard.
the UHS-
0 Operation with the Panasonic cards on the left has
been verified.
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SD Cards That Can Be Used Stably with This Camera
To ensure the following recording functions can be used stably, use a card
of the supported SD Speed Class, UHS Speed Class, and Video Speed
Class.
Speed classes are SD card standards to guarantee the minimum speed necessary
0
for continuous writing.
0 When using an XQD card, you will be able to use the functions regardless of the type
of card.
Recording functionSpeed ClassExample of indication
4K video
High Speed Video
6K/4K Photo
Post-Focus
UHS Speed Class 3
Video Speed Class 30 or
higher
0 If you set the write-protect switch A of an SD card to
“LOCK”, you may not be able to write or delete data, format
the card, or display the data in recording date and time
order.
0 The data stored on a card may be damaged due to
electromagnetic waves, static electricity or a failure of the
camera or card. We recommend backing up important data.
0 Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Names of Parts
Camera
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Stereo microphone (l 243)
0 Take care not to block the
1
microphone with a finger. Audio
will be difficult to record.
Mode dial (l 61)
2
Mode dial lock button (l 61)
3
4 Drive mode dial (l 125)
Hot shoe (hot shoe cover) (l 216)
• Keep the hot shoe cover out of
5
reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
6 [LVF] button (l 67)
Speaker (l 354)
7
Front dial (l 63)
8
Shutter button (l 59)
9
[WB] (White Balance) button
10
(l 194)
[] (Exposure compensation)
11
button (l 189)
[ISO] (ISO sensitivity) button
12
(l 192)
Camera on/off switch (l 53)
13
[] (Status LCD backlight)
14
button (l 70, 353)
Rear dial (l 63)
15
Status LCD (l 30, 353)
16
[] (Recording distance
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reference mark) (l 120)
[V.MODE] button (l 66)
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9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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4
3
2
1
7
8
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9
10
13
14
15
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Dioptre adjustment dial (l 66)
1
Operation lock lever (l 65)
2
3 [(] (Playback) button (l 259)
Monitor lock lever (l 58)
4
Monitor (l 448)/
5
Touch screen (l 64)
6 Video rec. button (l 230)
[] (AF mode) button (l 92)
7
[AF ON] button (l 94)
8
9 Focus mode lever (l 92, 117 )
Joystick (l 64)/
Fn buttons (l 278)
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Centre: Fn8, 3: Fn9, 1: Fn10,
4:Fn11, 2: Fn12
0 If you press [], the following buttons light.
The lighting timing can be changed in [Illuminated Button] in the [Custom]
([Operation]) menu. (l 337)
–[(] button/[Q] button/[ ] button/[ ] button/[DISP.] button