Panasonic DMC-G5K User Manual
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Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Body
Model No. DMC-G5X/DMC-G5K
DMC-G5
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
More detailed instructions
on the operation of this
camera are contained in
“Owner’s Manual for advanced features
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM.
Install it on your PC to read it.
Register online at www.panasonic .com/register (U.S. customers o nly)
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on
the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera
information source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
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 Owner’s
Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or oth er p ublishe d or broadc ast mater ial f or pur poses
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other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private
use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to
recycle this battery.
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
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Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
•Use only the recommended accessories.
•Do not remove covers.
•Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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∫ Product identification marking
DMC-G5
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to whic h the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technic i an for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when
connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-G5
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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∫ About the battery pack
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
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•Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
•Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or ot her foreign matter on the terminals.
•Do not touch the pl ug ter m i n als (i and j) with metal objects.
•Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off
thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse
eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
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recommended by the manufacturer.
•When disposing the batteries, please con tact your lo cal author ities or dealer and as k for the
correct method of disposal.
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Do not heat or expose to flame.
•Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car ex posed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC (140 oF) or
incinerate.
∫ About the battery charger
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined
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space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110V and 240 V.
But
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power
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supply only.
•When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to
suit the AC outlet configuration.
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∫ Cautions fo r Us e
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Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic
USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0m) (10 feet)
•Always use a genuine Panasonic A V ca ble (DMW-AVC1: optional).
•Always use a genuine Pana sonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
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disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adv ers ely affecting
the pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be da maged, or pictures may be distorted , by st rong magnetic fields
created by speakers or larg e motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,
disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electroma gnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,
turn this unit off and remov e the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP: optional).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-v oltage lines.
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If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound
may be adversely affected.
Information about the software used by this product can be viewed by pressing
[MENU/SET], selecting [Setup] > [Version Disp.], and then pressing [MENU/SET].
-If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety ............................................................................................. 2
Care of the camera...........................................................................................................7
Standard Ac cessories..................... .................................................................. ...............8
Names and Functions of Components......................................................................... 10
Changing the Lens.........................................................................................................13
Attaching the Shoulder Strap........................................................................................14
Charging the Battery......................................................................................................15
• Charging...................................................................................................................15
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery............................................16
About the Card................................................................................................................17
• About cards that can be used with this unit..............................................................17
Setting Date/Ti me ( C lock Set).............. .................................................... ......................18
• Changing the Clock Setting......................................................................................18
Selecting the Recordi ng Mode..................................... .................................................19
Tak ing a Still picture................ ..................................................... ..................................20
• Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function.....................................................20
Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ................... 21
Recording using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode...............................................................22
Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function.......................................................... 23
Recording Motion Picture..............................................................................................24
• Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures ..........................................24
Compensating the Exposu r e..................... ........................................ ............................25
Using the function button............................................. .................................................26
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) ...........27
Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)......................28
Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures ........................................................................ 29
• Playing Back Pictures..............................................................................................29
• Playing Back Motion Pictures...................................................................................29
Deleting Pictures............................................................................ ................................30
Switching the display of the LCD Monitor....................................................................31
Setting the Menu.................................................................. ...........................................32
Setting the Quick Menu...................................... ............................................................33
Type s of menus............................ ..................................................... ..............................34
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF fo r m a t)..................................................................40
About the supplied software ......................................................................................... 41
• Installing supplied s o ftware........................................................ ..............................42
Specifications .................................................................................................................43
Digital Camera Accessory System................................................................................49
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers).......51
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO).........................................52
Useful Information (For La tin American Countries Only).................................... .......55
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Care of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
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The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the
following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not record if you:
–Drop or hit the camera.
–Press hard on th e l en s or the LC D m o ni to r.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand,
etc.
Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into the space around
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the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may not just cause
malfunctions, but it may also beco me irreparable.
–Places with a lot of sand or dust.
–Places where water can come int o con tac t wit h this unit , suc h as when
using it on a rainy day or at the beac h.
Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera
body. Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may cause a malfunction or
damage.
∫ About Condensation (Whe n the lens, the viewfinder or
LCD Monitor is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when th e ambient temperature or humidity
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changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens and LCD
monitor stains, fu ngus and camera malfunction.
•If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of
the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.
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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of August 2012. These may be subject to change.
Digital Camera Body
(This is referred to as camera body in this Owner’s Manual.)
(±: Included, —: Not included)
DMC-G5X DMC-G5K DMC-G5
1 Interchangeable
Lens
¢1
2 Lens Hood — ± —
3 Lens Cap
4 Lens Rear Cap
5 Body Cap ±
6Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
7 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text)
8 USB Connection Cable
9 CD-ROM
Software:
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Use it to install the software to yo ur PC.
10 CD-ROM
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Owner’s Manual for advanced features:
Use it to install to your PC.
11 Shoulder Strap
¢1 This is referred to as lens in this Owner’s Manual.
¢2 This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.
¢3 This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.
•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the
text.
•The card is optional.
•Description in this Owner’s Manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042).
•If any accessories are lo st , customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s
parts departmen t at 1-800-833-9626 for further information about obtai ning replacement parts.
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(H-PS14042)±(H-FS014042)
¢2
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¢2
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¢3
¢2
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¢2
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¢3
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¢3
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DMC-G5X DMC-G5K DMC-G5
1
6
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H-PS14042
2
3
4
5
VYF3443
VFC4605
VKF4971
H-FS014042
VYC1009
VYF3201
VFC4315
VKF4971
VKF4971
DMW-BLC12PP
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DE-A79B
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K1HY08YY0025
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10
VFF1026
VFC4765
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Names and Functions of Components
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18 19 20
1112 1413 15
∫ Camera body
1 Self-timer indicator/
AF Assist Lamp
2 Sensor
3Flash
4 Lens fitting mark
5 Mount
6 Lens lock pin
7 Lens release button
8 [LVF/LCD] button/
[Fn3] button
9 Diopter adjustment dial
10 Viewfinder
11 Eye Cup
12 Eye sensor
When [LVF/LCD Auto] of [Eye Sensor] in the
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[Custom] menu is set to [ON] and your eye or an
object is brought close to the viewfinder, the
display automatically switches to the viewfinder
display.
13 [Q.MENU] button
14 [AF/AE LOCK] button/
[Fn1] button
15 Rear dial
16 Touch screen/LCD monitor
17 Playback button
18 button/
[Fn2] button
19 [MENU/SET] button
20 Cursor buttons
3/ISO button
1/WB (White Balance)
2/AF Mode button
4/[Drive Mode] button
This button in picture record mode will allow the user to select between the following
options.
Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer
21 [DISP.] button
2
1
3
45 6 7
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22 Focus distance reference mark
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33
32
2625 27 28
23
22
30 31
24
37
38
39
40
41
23 Flash open lever
24 Stereo microphone
Be careful not to cover the microphone with
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your finger. Doing so may make sound
difficult to record.
25 Hot shoe
26 Mode dial
27 Shutter button
28 Function lever
29 Speaker
Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to
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hear.
30 Camera ON/OFF switch
31 Status indicator
32 Intelligent Auto button
33 Motion picture button
34 Tripod mount
A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm
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(0.22 inch) or more may damage this unit if
attached.
35 Card/Battery door
36 Release lever
35 3634
37 Shoulder strap eyelet
Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using
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the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
38 [REMOTE] socket
39 [HDMI] socket
40 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
41 DC coupler cover
When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the
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Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP: optional)
are used.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP: optional).
• It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion
pictures.
• If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off
due to a power out a ge or if the AC a dapt or is d isconne cted et c., t he mot ion pi ctur e will no t
be recorded.
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∫ Lens
67 4 51
H-PS14042 H-FS014042
45321
1 Lens surface
2 Zoom lever
3 Focus lever
4 Contact point
5 Lens fitting mark
6 Focus ring
7 Zoom ring
Touch screen
This touch screen is a type that detects pressure.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch screen.
Drag
A movement without releasing the touch
screen.
Use this to perform tasks such as selecting
icons or images displayed on the touch
screen.
When selecting features us ing the touch
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screen, be sure to touc h the center of the
desired icon.
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This is used to move the AF area, operate
the slide bar, etc.
This can also be used to move to the next
image during playback, etc.
Changing the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.
Attaching the lens
Preparations: Remove the lens rear cap from the lens, and the body cap from the
camera.
Align the lens fitting marks A (red marks) a nd
then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks.
•Do not press the lens releas e button B when you attach a
lens.
Detaching the lens
Preparations: Attach the lens cap.
While pressing on the lens release button B,
rotate the lens toward the arrow until it st ops and
then remove.
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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
1
strap eyelet on the camera body.
A:Shoulder strap eyelet
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the
2
ring in the direction o f the arro w and then pas s it
through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the
3
hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of the shoulder
4
strap and then check that it will
not come out.
• Perform ste ps 1 to 4 and then attach the
other side of the shoulder strap.
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Charging the Battery
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∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12PP.
Charging
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
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•Charge the battery with the c harger indoors.
Attach the battery paying
1
attention to the direction of
the battery.
Connect the charger to the
2
electrical outlet.
• The [CHARGE] indicator A lights
up and charging begins.
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any
problem. (Disconnect the charger f rom the electrical socket and detach the battery after
charging is completed.)
∫ Charging time
Charging time Approx. 140 min
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
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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.
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Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.
•We recommend using a Panasonic card .
Slide the release lever in the direction
1
of the arrow and open the card/battery
door.
• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(DMW-BLC12PP).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the battery
2
orientation, insert all the way until you
hear a locking sound and then check
that it is locked by lever A.
Pull the lever A in the direction of the
arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it securely all the way until
you hear a “click” while being careful
about the direction in which you insert
it.
T o remove the card, push the card until
it clicks, then pull the card out upright.
B:Do not touch the connection terminals of the
card.
1: Close the card/battery door.
3
2: Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
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About the Card
About cards that can be used with this unit
The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit.
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
Remarks
SD Memory Card
(8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
•Use a card with SD Speed Class
higher when recording motion pictures.
•SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card
or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.
•SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC Memory
Card compatible equipment.
•Check that the PC and other equ ipment are comp atible whe n
using the SDXC Memory Cards.
SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB)
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
•This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC
memory cards.
•Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.
¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on
the card, etc.
e.g.:
•Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
¢
with “Class 4” or
Note
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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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