Panasonic DMC-G7 Advanced Manual
Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-G7
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
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Contents P6
Contents by Function P12
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How to use this manual
Wi-Fi
MENU
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
will differ depending on the Recording Modes registered under custom settings.
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∫ About the symbols in the text
MENU
: Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button.
: Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button.
: Configurations that can be performed in the [Custom] menu.
: Tips for skillful use and points for recording.
: Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
: Continued to next page.
In this owner’s manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows.
> [Rec] > [Quality] > [›]
Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A).
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Quick Start Guide
If you want to start taking pictures now, refer to the steps for using the Intelligent Auto
Mode as a guide. In Intelligent Auto Mode, you can leave the settings to the camera and
take pictures easily.
Attach the shoulder
Strap. (P23)
1
• Attach the other side of the
shoulder strap.
Charge the battery. (P24)
A : Plug-in type
2
B : Inlet type
Insert the card (optional)/the
battery. (P31)
3
• Insert the battery all the way in until it
clicks into place, paying attention to
the orientation.
Attach the lens. (P36)
• To attach the lens, align the lens fitting
4
marks, and rotate the lens in the
direction of the arrow.
Open the monitor. (P40)
• Hold the monitor to open it, rotate it
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180o to the lens side, and return it to
its original position.
4
Turn the camera on and set the clock.
ON
OFF
6060603.53.53.5
A
1/981/981/981/98
(P41)
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Format the card (initialization). (P33)
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Set the mode dial to [¦]. (P46)
• The settings of the main functions are adjusted
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automatically.
Press the shutter button halfway
to focus.
A Focus indication
• Once the subject is in focus, the focus
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indication is displayed.
Press the shutter button fully
(push it in further), and take the
picture. (P44)
Check the picture you have taken.
• The [Auto Review] function displays the picture you
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have just taken. (P45)
• To display the picture in Playback Mode, press [(].
(P257)
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Contents
Finding the information you need..............................................................................2
How to use this manual.............................................................................................3
Quick Start Guide......................................................................................................4
Contents by Function ..............................................................................................12
1. Before Use
Care of the camera .................................................................................................15
Standard Accessories .............................................................................................16
Names and Functions of Components....................................................................17
About the Lens........................................................................................................20
Cards Compatible with this unit...............................................................................22
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..................................................................................23
Charging the Battery ...............................................................................................24
• Charging.........................................................................................................24
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures....................26
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery .........................................31
• About the Card ...............................................................................................33
• Formatting the card (initialization) ..................................................................33
• Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ....34
Attaching/Removing the Lens .................................................................................36
Opening the Monitor/Adjusting the Monitor.............................................................40
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).................................................................................41
• Re-adjusting the clock ....................................................................................42
Diopter adjustment ..................................................................................................42
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................43
• Tips for taking good pictures ..........................................................................43
• Shutter button (Taking pictures) .....................................................................44
• Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures).........................................45
• Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) .......................................................46
• Front Dial/Rear Dial........................................................................................47
• Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button ...............................................................50
• [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information)......................................51
• [LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder).............................................57
• Touch screen (Touch operations) ...................................................................59
• Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function .....................................................61
Setting menu items .................................................................................................63
Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu)...........................................66
• Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item ............................................68
Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) ....................70
Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu)...............................................73
Entering Text ...........................................................................................................82
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3. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ...................83
• Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ..........................................86
• Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]).............87
• Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control).......................88
• Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone .........................89
• About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode .........................90
Taking Pictures with Automatically Adjusted Aperture and Shutter Speed
(Program AE Mode) ................................................................................................92
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed.....................................95
• Aperture-Priority AE Mode .............................................................................95
• Shutter-Priority AE Mode................................................................................96
• Manual Exposure Mode .................................................................................97
• Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) ...........100
• Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One Push AE) .....101
Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)...............................................102
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode)........105
Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)................... 115
Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed
(Creative Video Mode) ..........................................................................................126
• Minimizing operational sounds during motion picture recording ..................127
Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode) .............................................128
• Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) ............128
• Recording using registered custom set ........................................................129
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings
Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style]) .........................130
Recording Images with Image Effects ([Filter Settings]) .......................................132
Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions ([Highlight Shadow]).............................................135
Adjusting the White Balance .................................................................................136
Setting the Picture Quality and Size .....................................................................140
• Setting the aspect ratio of pictures ...............................................................140
• Setting the number of pixels.........................................................................140
• Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) .....................................141
Using Image Correction Functions........................................................................143
• Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) ..............................143
• Raising the resolution ([i.Resolution])...........................................................143
• Combining pictures with different exposures ([HDR])...................................144
• Reducing the long shutter noise ([Long Shtr NR])........................................145
• Correcting the brightness on the screen periphery ([Shading Comp.]) ........145
• Raising the resolution when the aperture is closed
([Diffraction Compensation]) ........................................................................146
• Setting the color space ([Color Space]) ........................................................146
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5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings
Adjusting Focus Automatically ..............................................................................147
• Selecting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) .................................................149
• Selecting the Auto Focus Mode ...................................................................151
• Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area .................157
• Setting the AF area position with the Touch Pad..........................................160
• Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position .........................161
• Setting the desired focus method.................................................................162
Adjusting Focus Manually .....................................................................................165
Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) ................................................171
Compensating the Exposure.................................................................................173
Setting the Light Sensitivity...................................................................................175
• Setting the upper limit on ISO sensitivity......................................................177
• Setting the step increment of ISO sensitivity ................................................177
• Extending ISO sensitivity..............................................................................177
Setting the Metering Mode....................................................................................178
6. Shutter and Drive Settings
Setting the Shutter Type ([Electronic Shutter]) ......................................................179
Minimizing vibration of the shutter.........................................................................180
Select a Drive Mode..............................................................................................181
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode.........................................................................182
Recording 4K Photos............................................................................................185
• Recording with [4K Burst].............................................................................188
• Recording with [4K Burst(S/S)].....................................................................189
• Recording with [4K Pre-Burst]......................................................................190
• Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving ..........................................191
• Notes on the 4K Photo function....................................................................196
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket.......................................................................199
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer........................................................................201
Taking Pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation .............................203
• Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) .............204
• Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) ............................206
• Creating motion pictures from recorded pictures .........................................209
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes
Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) .....................................210
Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode])....212
Taking Pictures with the Face Recognition Function ([Face Recog.])...................213
Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images................................................218
Using screens and displays suitable for recording................................................219
Recording while monitoring camera images .........................................................221
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8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash
Optical Image Stabilizer ........................................................................................222
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ..............................................................................224
• Raising the telescopic effect.........................................................................225
• Zooming using touch operations ..................................................................229
Taking pictures by using the flash .........................................................................230
Setting the Flash Functions ..................................................................................233
• Changing the firing mode .............................................................................233
• Changing Flash Mode ..................................................................................234
• Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro...............................................................236
• Adjust the flash output..................................................................................237
• Synchronizing the output of the flash to the Exposure Compensation .........237
Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes..................................................................238
• Using other settings for wireless flash recording ..........................................241
9. Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Motion Picture......................................................................................242
• Recording motion pictures in 4K ..................................................................245
• Setting the format, size and recording frame rate ........................................246
• How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) .........248
Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures .......................................249
Recording Snap Movies ........................................................................................251
Using the [Motion Picture] Menu...........................................................................254
10. Playing Back and Editing Images
Playing Back Pictures ...........................................................................................257
Playing Back Motion Pictures................................................................................258
• Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture ................................................259
Switching the Playback Method ............................................................................260
• Using the Playback Zoom ............................................................................260
• Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) ...............................................260
• Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) ......................261
• Playing Back Group Pictures........................................................................262
Deleting Pictures...................................................................................................264
Using the [Playback] Menu ...................................................................................266
• [2D/3D Settings] ...........................................................................................267
• [Slide Show] .................................................................................................267
• [Playback Mode]...........................................................................................269
• [Location Logging] ........................................................................................270
• [RAW Processing] ........................................................................................271
• [Clear Retouch] ............................................................................................274
• [Title Edit]......................................................................................................276
• [Text Stamp]..................................................................................................276
• [Video Divide] ...............................................................................................279
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• [Time Lapse Video].......................................................................................280
• [Stop Motion Video] ......................................................................................280
• [Resize] ........................................................................................................281
• [Cropping].....................................................................................................283
• [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.] ..................................................................................284
• [Favorite] ......................................................................................................285
• [Print Set]......................................................................................................286
• [Protect]........................................................................................................287
• [Face Rec Edit].............................................................................................288
• [Picture Sort].................................................................................................288
• [Delete Confirmation]....................................................................................289
11. Using the Wi-Fi function
What you can do with the Wi-FiR function.............................................................290
Wi-Fi function........................................................................................................291
Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet ...................................................................294
• Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App ” .......................................294
• Connecting to a smartphone/tablet...............................................................295
• Taking images via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)..........................300
• Playing back images in the camera..............................................................301
• Saving images stored in the camera ............................................................301
• Sending images in the camera to an SNS ...................................................302
• Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a
smartphone/tablet ........................................................................................302
• Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your
preference on a smartphone/tablet ..............................................................304
• Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera..............305
Displaying pictures on a TV ..................................................................................308
Printing Wirelessly.................................................................................................309
When sending images to AV device......................................................................310
When sending images to PC ................................................................................312
Using Web services ..............................................................................................316
• When sending images to web service ..........................................................317
• When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ..........................................321
Registering to the “LUMIX CLUB”.........................................................................323
• About the [LUMIX CLUB] .............................................................................323
About Connections................................................................................................328
• Connecting via a wireless access point (via the network) ............................329
• Connecting the camera and another device directly (direct connection)......331
• Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones
([Select a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) ....332
About settings for sending images ........................................................................334
[Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ...............................................................................................337
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12. Connecting to other equipment
Watching 4K motion pictures on a TV/
Saving 4K motion pictures on your PC or recorder...............................................339
• Watching motion pictures in 4K....................................................................339
• Storing 4K motion pictures ...........................................................................340
Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen .................................................................341
• Using VIERA Link (HDMI) ............................................................................343
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ............................................345
• About the supplied software .........................................................................346
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder .......................................350
Printing the Pictures..............................................................................................351
Enjoying 3D pictures .............................................................................................357
13. Others
Optional accessories.............................................................................................360
Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display.......................................................................365
Message Display...................................................................................................372
Menu list................................................................................................................376
• [Rec] .............................................................................................................376
• [Motion Picture] ............................................................................................379
• [Custom].......................................................................................................381
• [Setup]..........................................................................................................384
• [Playback].....................................................................................................386
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................387
Cautions for Use ...................................................................................................402
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Contents by Function
Recording
Recording Mode ............................. P46
[Preview].......................................P100
Panorama Shot Mode ..................P102
[Multi Exp.]....................................P210
[Silent Mode] ................................P212
[3D Rec] .......................................P357
Focus (AF/MF)
[Focus Mode]................................P149
[AF Mode].....................................P151
Adjusting the AF area position .....P157
[Manual Focus].............................P165
[AF/AE Lock] ................................P171
Drive
[Drive Mode] .................................P181
[4K PHOTO] .................................P185
[Self Timer]...................................P201
[Time Lapse Shot] ........................P204
[Stop Motion Animation] ............... P206
Picture Quality and Color Tone
[Photo Style].................................P130
[Filter Settings] .............................P132
[Highlight Shadow] .......................P135
[White Balance]............................P136
[Picture Size] ................................P140
[Quality] ........................................P141
[i.Dynamic]....................................P143
[i.Resolution].................................P143
[HDR]............................................P144
[Long Shtr NR]..............................P145
[Shading Comp.]...........................P145
[Diffraction Compensation] ...........P146
[Color Space]................................P146
[Sensitivity]...................................P175
Exposure
[Touch AE]......................................P62
[One Push AE]..............................P101
[AF/AE Lock] ................................ P171
[Exposure Comp.].........................P173
[Metering Mode] ...........................P178
[Auto Bracket]...............................P199
Flash
[Flash Mode].................................P234
2nd curtain synchro ...................... P236
[Flash Adjust.]...............................P237
Wireless flash settings..................P238
Monitoring
[HDMI Rec Output].......................P221
Recording
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Motion Picture
Creative Video Mode ................... P126
[Silent Operation] .........................P127
[Rec Format]................................ P246
[Rec Quality] ................................P246
Motion pictures in 4K ................... P245
Recording still pictures while
recording motion pictures............. P249
[Snap Movie] ................................ P251
Image
[Luminance Level]........................ P254
Audio
[Mic Level Adj.]............................. P255
[Mic Level Limiter] ........................ P256
[Wind Noise Canceller] ................P256
[Lens Noise Cut] ..........................P256
[Wind Cut] .................................... P362
Screen settings
[Center Marker] ............................ P219
[Zebra Pattern] ............................. P220
[Monochrome Live View].............. P221
[Mic Level Disp.]........................... P255
Motion Picture
Basic settings
[Format]..........................................P33
[Clock Set]...................................... P41
Dioptor adjustment......................... P42
Display switching ........................... P51
How to set menu items ..................P63
[Q.MENU]....................................... P66
[Beep].............................................P75
[Economy] ...................................... P77
[Reset] (initialization)...................... P80
[Sensor Cleaning] .......................... P81
Customization
[Custom]
in the Quick Menu........... P68
Function buttons ............................ P70
[Custom Mode].............................P128
[Custom] menu.............................P381
Setup/Custom
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Playback
[Auto Review]................................. P45
Picture playback........................... P257
Motion picture playback ............... P258
Playback Zoom ............................ P260
Multi Playback.............................. P260
[Delete].........................................P264
Playback/display settings
[Slide Show].................................P267
[Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.].................. P284
Edit
[RAW Processing] ........................ P271
[Clear Retouch] ............................ P274
[Resize]........................................ P281
[Cropping] .................................... P283
Adding information
[Location Logging]........................ P270
[Title Edit] ..................................... P276
[Text Stamp]................................. P276
Image settings
[Favorite]...................................... P285
[Print Set].....................................P286
[Protect]........................................P287
Playback
Connect
“Image App”................................. P294
[WPS (Push-Button)]............P329, 331
Direct connection .........................P331
Image App
Remote recording ........................ P300
Sending images ................... P302, 305
Saving images .............................P301
Sending and adding location
information ................................... P302
Combining motion pictures
recorded with [Snap Movie] ......... P304
In combination with other devices
Playing back pictures on a TV ..... P308
Printing images ............................ P309
Sending images to an AV
device........................................... P310
Sending images to a PC .............. P312
Sending images to a web
service.......................................... P317
Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ........ P321
Wi-Fi
PC
“PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...................P346
“SILKYPIX Developer Studio” ...... P346
Transferring images to a PC ........ P312
TV
Playing Back Pictures on a TV
Screen..........................................P341
[VIERA Link]................................. P343
Recorder
Dubbing........................................ P350
Printer
PictBridge..................................... P351
Connections with other devices
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1. Before Use
Care of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
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The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the
following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you:
– Drop or hit the camera.
– Press hard on the lens or the monitor.
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 become irreparable.
– Places with a lot of sand or dust.
– Places where water can come into contact with this unit, such as when
using it on a rainy day or at the beach.
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 (When the lens, the viewfinder or monitor is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity
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changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens, viewfinder
and monitor stains, fungus 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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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
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was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to “Basic Owner’s Manual”.
• Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.
• Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the
text.
• The card is optional.
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1. Before Use
1
Focus distance reference mark (P168)
2
Status indicator (P41)/
Wi-Fi
®
connection lamp (P291)
• The lamp lights green when the camera is
turned on, and lights blue when it is
connected to Wi-Fi.
3
Camera ON/OFF switch (P41)
4
Motion picture button (P242)
5
[ ] (Exposure Compensation) button
(P173)/[Fn1] button (P70)
6
Function button (Fn11) (P70)
7
Rear dial (P47)
8
Shutter button (P44)
9
Front dial (P47)
10
Self-timer indicator (P201)/
AF Assist Lamp (P163)
11
Mode dial (P46)
• Rotate the mode dial to switch the Recording
Mode.
12
Flash (P230)
13
Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P360)
• Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.
14
Stereo microphone (P255)
• Be careful not to cover the microphone with
your finger. Doing so may make sound
difficult to record.
15
Diopter adjustment dial (P42)
16
Drive mode dial
Single (P181):
Burst (P182):
4K Photo (P185):
Auto Bracket (P199):
Self-timer (P201):
Time Lapse/Animation (P204, 206):
17
[MIC] socket (P362)
• An external microphone (optional) can
record higher quality audio than the built-in
microphone.
18
Shoulder strap eyelet (P23)
19
Lens release button (P37)
20
Lens lock pin
21
Mount
22
Sensor
23
Lens fitting mark (P36)
Names and Functions of Components
∫ Camera body
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1 32
12 13
6
11
7
15
8
9
10
4
18 5
20 1923 2122
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16
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1. Before Use
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24
36
39
40
41
27 28
31
32
3330
29
45 4244 43
37
38
35
34
25 26
24
Touch screen (P59)/monitor (P365)
25
[LVF] button (P57)/[Fn5] button (P70)
26
Flash open button (P230)
• The flash opens, and recording with the flash
becomes possible.
27
Eye sensor (P57)
28
Viewfinder (P57)
29
Eye Cup (P403)
30
[Q.MENU] button (P66)/[Fn2] button (P70)
31
[(] (Playback) button (P257)
32
Speaker (P75)
• Be careful not to cover the speaker with your
finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to
hear.
33
[DISP.] button (P51, 55)
• Each time this is pressed, the display on the
monitor is switched.
34
[AF/AE LOCK] button (P171)
35
Focus mode lever (P147, 165)
36
[REMOTE] socket (P363)
37
[HDMI] socket (P341)
38
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P342, 348, 350,
351)
39
Cursor buttons (P50)
3/[ ] (ISO sensitivity) (P175)
1/[ ] (White Balance) (P136)
2/[ ] (Auto Focus Mode) (P151)
4/[Fn3] (P70)
40
[MENU/SET] button (P50, 63)
41
[ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P264)/
[Fn4] button (P70)
42
DC coupler cover (P364)
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the
Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC
adaptor (optional) are used.
43
Release lever (P31)
44
Card/Battery door (P31)
45
Tripod mount (P408)
• 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.
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1. Before Use
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∫ Lens
H-FS1442A 1 Lens surface
345 6 712
H-FS45150
34 6 7152
H-FS14140
2Tele
3 Focus ring (P165)
4 Zoom ring (P224)
5Wide
6 Contact point
7 Lens fitting mark (P36)
8 [O.I.S.] switch (P222)
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1. Before Use
About the Lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with
the Micro Four Thirds
TM
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)
For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from
•
the rated distance.
Mount Adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional)
• When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [Shoot w/o Lens] (P37) to [ON].
About the lens and functions
There are functions that cannot be used, or the operation may be different depending on
the lens used.
Auto Focus/Auto aperture setting/Defocus control function (P88)/[Shading Comp.] (P145)/
[Pull Focus] ([Snap Movie]) (P253)/[Quick AF] (P162)/[Eye Sensor AF] (P58)/[Stabilizer]
(P222)/[Power Zoom Lens] (P228)/Touch zoom (P229)
For details on the lens used, refer to the website.
Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.
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• The focal length noted on the lens in use is equivalent to double when converted to the 35 mm
film camera.
(It will be equivalent to 100 mm lens when a 50 mm lens is used.)
Refer to the website for details about the 3D interchangeable lens.
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1. Before Use
About the firmware of your interchangeable lens
For smoother recording, we recommend updating the firmware of the interchangeable lens
to the latest version.
To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the
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support site below:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
• To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, attach it to the camera body and
select [Version Disp.] in the [Setup] menu.
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1. Before Use
Cards Compatible with this unit
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)
• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be
used only with their compatible devices.
• Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when
using the SDXC Memory Cards.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
• This unit is compatible with UHS-I/UHS-II
Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
¢
UHS Speed
• Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with
Panasonic’s cards.
¢ UHS-I/UHS-II is a high speed interface standard for SD memory cards. UHS-II supports a
theoretical transfer rate approximately three times faster than that of UHS-
I
.
∫ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings
According to the [Rec Format] (P246) and [Rec Quality] (P246) of a motion picture, the
required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class rating that
supports 4K photo recording. 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.
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To check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card.
[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example
[AVCHD] All
[MP4] FHD/HD/VGA
[MP4] 4K UHS Speed Class 3
When recording 4K photos UHS Speed Class 3
Class 4 or higher
• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
A
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
1
shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body.
A: Shoulder strap eyelet
Pass the end of the shoulder strap
2
through the ring in the direction of the arrow
and then pass it through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap
3
through the hole on the other side of the
stopper.
Pull the shoulder strap and
4
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.
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Charging the Battery
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available 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.
Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•
Charging
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
Attach the battery
1
paying attention to the
direction of the battery.
Connect the charger to
2
the electrical outlet.
• The [CHARGE] indicator A
lights up and charging
begins.
plug-in type inlet type
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
AFSAFS
L
4:3
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
On: Charging.
Off: Charging has completed.
(Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the
battery after charging is completed.)
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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.
∫ Charging time
Charging time Approx. 140 min
•
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used.
The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been
used for a long time may be longer than normal.
∫ Battery indication
The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted.
•
(The status indicator also blinks)
Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
• 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.
• 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.)
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor)
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 360 pictures
Recording time Approx. 180 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 350 pictures
Recording time Approx. 175 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 350 pictures
Recording time Approx. 175 min
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Viewfinder)
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 360 pictures
Recording time Approx. 180 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 350 pictures
Recording time Approx. 175 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 360 pictures
Recording time Approx. 175 min
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
•
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor/viewfinder is on.
• When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card.
• Using the supplied battery.
• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
(When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image Stabilizer function,
set the Optical Image Stabilizer to [ ])
• Recording once every 30 seconds using full flash every second recording.
• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery
decreases.
The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures
decreases.
[For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the number of
pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number of pictures
given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]
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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-FS1442A) is used
Recordable time Approx. 130 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Recordable time Approx. 130 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Recordable time Approx. 130 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min
[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/28M/60p])
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used
Recordable time Approx. 130 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Recordable time Approx. 120 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Recordable time Approx. 120 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/100M/30p])
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used
Recordable time Approx. 100 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Recordable time Approx. 100 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Recordable time Approx. 100 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min
These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.
•
Please be aware that these times are approximate.
• Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as
turning this unit on and off, starting/stopping recording, etc.
• MP4 motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] size of [FHD], [HD] or [VGA]:
Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds or
the file size exceeds 4 GB.
– Since the file size becomes larger with [FHD], recording with [FHD] will stop before
29 minutes 59 seconds.
• MP4 motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] size of [4K]:
Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds.
(You can continue recording without interruption even if the file size exceeds 4 GB, but the
motion picture file will be divided and recorded/played back separately.)
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
∫ Playback (when using the monitor)
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used
Playback time Approx. 250 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used
Playback time Approx. 250 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Playback time Approx. 250 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 after properly charging
the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new battery.
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