Panasonic DMC-GF1K User Manual

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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera/Lens Kit
Model No. DMC-GF1C
DMC-GF1K
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them 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 these Operating Instructions.
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.
Before Use
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.
About the battery pack
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not heat or expose to flame.
Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed 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 or incinerate.
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About the battery charger
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS,
TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON
THE UNIT.
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.
Care of the camera
Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.
The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged.
Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to
malfunction.
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 on a beach.
Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow
liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc.
This camera is not waterproof. If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry
cloth to wipe the camera body carefully. If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service centre.
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 or the Viewfinder is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens 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.
Read together with the “Cautions for Use”. (P171)
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-If you see this symbol-
Information 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
Before Use
Standard Accessories ...............................8
Names of the Components .....................10
Removing the Hot Shoe Cover ...............13
Operating the Rear Dial ..........................13
About the Lens........................................14
Preparation
Attaching/Detaching the Lens ................. 16
Attaching the Lens Hood.........................18
Attaching the Shoulder Strap .................. 19
Charging the Battery...............................20
• Approximate operating time and
number of recordable pictures..........21
Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery...............................24
About the Card........................................25
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................26
• Changing the clock setting................ 26
Setting the Menu.....................................27
• Setting menu items ...........................28
Setting the Quick Menu...........................30
About the Setup Menu ............................31
Holding and using your camera ..............37
Basic
Selecting the [REC] mode, and record
still pictures or motion pictures................38
• Setting [AFS] or [AFC] ...................... 39
• Taking a still picture..........................40
• Recording a motion picture...............40
• Playback the recorded still pictures
or motion picture...............................40
Taking pictures using the automatic function
(Intelligent Auto Mode)............................41
• Scene detection ................................42
• AF Tracking Function........................43
• Settings in Intelligent auto mode.......43
Taking pictures with your favourite
settings (Programme AE mode)..............45
• Fix the focus by pressing the shutter
button halfway (AFS)........................46
• Continuously focusing on a subject
(AFC) ................................................46
• Take a picture with Manual Focus
(MF) ..................................................46
• Focusing ...........................................47
• When the subject is not in focus ....... 47
• Preventing jitter (camera shake) .......47
• Programme Shift ............................... 48
Taking Pictures with the Zoom................49
• Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical zoom (EZ)/
Using the Digital Zoom .....................49
Playing back Pictures.............................. 50
• Changing the Information Displayed
on the playback screen.....................51
• Displaying Multiple Screens
(Multi Playback) ................................ 51
• Displaying Pictures by Recording
Date (Calendar Playback).................52
• Using the Playback Zoom.................53
Deleting Pictures.....................................54
• To delete a single picture..................54
• To delete multiple pictures
(up to 50) or all the pictures .............. 54
Advanced (Recording pictures)
Switching the display of the LCD Monitor/
Optional External Viewfinder...................56
Switching the displayed information
Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash
• Switching to the appropriate flash
setting ...............................................60
• Adjust the flash output ......................63
• Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro ...64
Compensating the Exposure...................65
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ..........66
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........68
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 70
Setting the method used to focus
(AF mode) ...............................................71
• Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking)...........72
• Setting the AF area...........................73
Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ........74
Fixing the Focus and the Exposure
(AF/AE Lock)...........................................75
Adjusting the White Balance ...................77
Setting the white balance manually
....56
..... 60
..... 78
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• Setting the colour temperature ......... 78
• Finely adjusting the white balance.... 79
• White Balance Bracket ..................... 79
Setting the Light Sensitivity .................... 80
Change tone of the colour for the picture
to be taken (Film Mode).......................... 82
• Adjusting each Film Mode to the
desired setting.................................. 83
• Multi Film Bracket............................. 83
Taking pictures by specifying the
aperture/shutter speed ........................... 84
• Aperture-priority AE.......................... 84
• Shutter-priority AE ............................ 85
Taking picture by setting the exposure
manually ................................................. 86
Confirm the effects of aperture and
shutter speed (Preview Mode)................ 88
• Confirm the effects of aperture ......... 88
• Confirm the effects of
shutter speed ................................... 88
Taking pictures that match the scene
being recorded (Scene mode) ................ 89
* [PORTRAIT].............................. 89
+ [SOFT SKIN]............................. 90
, [SCENERY] .............................. 90
[ARCHITECTURE].................... 90
- [SPORTS]................................. 90
[PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS] ...... 90
[FLOWER] ................................ 91
1 [FOOD] ..................................... 91
[OBJECTS] ............................... 91
• . [NIGHT PORTRAIT] ................. 91
/ [NIGHT SCENERY] .................. 92
[ILLUMINATIONS] .................... 92
• : [BABY1]/; [BABY2]................ 92
í [PET]......................................... 93
2 [PARTY].................................... 93
ï [SUNSET] ................................. 94
Taking pictures while adjusting colour
(My Colour Mode)................................... 94
• Adjusting the custom settings to
achieve desired effects .................... 95
Registering Personal Menu Settings
(Registering custom settings) ................. 96
Taking pictures in Custom mode ............ 97
Recording Motion Picture....................... 98
• Changing [REC MODE] and
[REC QUALITY] ............................ 100
• [CONTINUOUS AF]....................... 103
• [WIND CUT]................................... 103
Recording motion pictures with the desired settings
(Motion Picture P mode)....................... 104
Taking a picture with Face Recognition
function................................................. 106
• Face Settings.................................. 107
• Auto Registration............................ 110
• Sensitivity ....................................... 111
Useful Functions at
Travel Destinations............................... 112
• Recording which Day of the
Vacation You Take the Picture....... 112
• Recording Dates/Times at Overseas
Travel Destinations (World Time)... 114
Using the [REC] Mode Menu ................ 115
[FILM MODE] .......................... 115
? [ASPECT RATIO] ................... 116
@ [PICTURE SIZE]..................... 117
A [QUALITY] .............................. 118
[FACE RECOG.] ..................... 118
[STABILIZER] ......................... 118
[FLASH] .................................. 119
[RED-EYE REMOVAL] ........... 119
[FLASH SYNCHRO] ............... 120
[FLASH ADJUST.] .................. 120
C [METERING MODE] ............... 120
[I.EXPOSURE] (Intelligent
exposure adjustment) ............. 121
[LONG SHTR NR]................... 121
[ISO LIMIT SET] ..................... 121
[ISO INCREMENTS]............... 122
[EX. OPT. ZOOM]................... 122
• ) [DIGITAL ZOOM].................... 122
[BURST RATE] ....................... 122
[AUTO BRACKET] .................. 123
[SELF-TIMER] ........................ 123
[COLOR SPACE] .................... 123
B [AUDIO REC.]......................... 124
Using the [MOTION PICTURE]
Mode Menu........................................... 125
[REC MODE] .......................... 125
[REC QUALITY]...................... 125
[CONTINUOUS AF] ................ 125
[WIND CUT]............................ 126
Using the [CUSTOM MENU] ................ 126
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Advanced (Playback)
Others
Playing Back Motion Pictures/
Pictures with Audio ...............................132
• Motion pictures................................132
• Pictures with audio.......................... 133
Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu..... 134
[SLIDE SHOW]........................134
[PLAYBACK MODE] ...............136
Ü [FAVORITE] ............................137
[TITLE EDIT] ...........................138
[TEXT STAMP]........................139
Q [RESIZE] Reducing the picture
size (number of pixels) ............141
[TRIMMING] ............................142
? [ASPECT CONV.] ...................143
N [ROTATE]/
M [ROTATE DISP.] .....................144
[PRINT SET] ...........................145
P [PROTECT].............................146
B [AUDIO DUB.] .........................147
[FACE REC EDIT]...................148
Connecting to other equipment
Playing Back Pictures on
a TV Screen..........................................149
• Playing back pictures using the
AV cable (supplied) ........................149
• Playing back pictures on a TV with
an SD Memory Card slot ................150
• Playing back on the TV with
HDMI socket ...................................150
Saving the recorded still pictures and
motion pictures......................................154
• Copy the playback image using
an AV cable ....................................154
• Copying to a PC..............................155
Connecting to a PC...............................155
Printing the Pictures..............................158
• Selecting a single picture and
printing it.........................................159
• Selecting multiple pictures and
printing them...................................159
• Print Settings...................................160
Using the Optional
External Viewfinder ............................... 162
Using an external flash (optional) .........164
Using the Protector/Filter (optional) ......165
Using the Remote Shutter (optional).....166
Using the AC Adaptor ...........................167
Screen Display/ optional
external viewfinder ................................ 168
Cautions for Use ...................................171
Message Display...................................175
Troubleshooting ....................................178
Number of Recordable Pictures and
Available Recording Time.....................187
Specifications........................................192
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Before Use
Before Use
Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of September 2009. These may be subject to change. 1 Digital Camera Body
(This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.)
2 Interchangeable Lens
“LUMIX G 20 mm/F1.7ASPH.” (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.)
3 Lens Cap
¢1
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)
4 Lens Rear Cap
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 5 Lens Storage Bag 6 Interchangeable Lens
“LUMIX G VARIO 14– 45 mm/F3.5– 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” 7 Lens Hood 8 Lens Cap
¢2
¢2
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 9 Lens Rear Cap
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 10 Lens Storage Bag 11 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use. 12 Battery Charger/AC Adaptor
(Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) 13 AC Cable 14 AV Cable 15 USB Connection Cable 16 CD-ROM
Software:
Use it to install the software to your PC.
17 Shoulder Strap 18 Body Cap
(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 19 Hot shoe cover
(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.)
¢1 DMC-GF1C only ¢2 DMC-GF1K only
SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.
The card is optional.
Description in these operating instructions is based on the 20 mm/F1.7 lens included in the DMC-GF1C. About unavailable functions such as STABILIZER (P17), Direction Detection function (P37), description in these operating instructions is based on the 14 mm-45 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens included in the DMC-GF1K.
Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You
can purchase the accessories separately.)
¢1
¢1
¢1
¢2
¢2
¢2
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1
11 12 13
16 17
2
VFC4315H-H020
5
VFC4460
VFC4459
18
VKF4385 VYF3287
DMC-GF1C
6
VYF3201 VFC4456
7
VYC0981H-FS014045
8910
VFC4315
DMC-GF1K
VYF3260
34
DMW-BLB13E
DE-A49C
K1HA08CD0020
14
19
K2CJ29A00002
15
K1HA08AD0003
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467
2
1
5
89
12 14
10 11
18
13 171615
Names of the Components
Camera body
1 Self-timer indicator (P70)
AF assist lamp (P129) 2 Sensor 3 Flash (P60) 4 Lens fitting mark (P16) 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button (P17)
Rear dial is described as follows in these operating instructions.
e.g.: Rotating left or right e.g.: Pressing the rear dial
Refer to P13 for operation of the rear dial.
8 Flash open button (P60) 9 Playback button (P50, 54, 132, 149, 150, 151) 10 [AF/AE LOCK] button (P75) 11 Rear dial (P48, 51, 53, 65, 73, 79, 84, 86, 104) 12 LCD monitor (P51, 56, 168) 13 [AF/MF] button (P39) 14 [Q.MENU] button (P30) 15 [DISPLAY] button (P51, 56, 88) 16 [MENU/SET] button (P26) 17 Delete button (P54)/
Preview button (P88)/
Flicker reduction function (P104) 18 Cursor buttons
3/ISO (P80)
2/AF mode (P71)
4/Function button (P31)
Assign Menu to 4 button. It is convenient to register a Menu that is used often.
[FILM MODE]/[ASPECT RATIO]/[QUALITY]/[METERING MODE]/[I.EXPOSURE]/
[GUIDE LINE]/[ REC AREA]/[REMAINING DISP.]
1/WB (White balance) (P77)
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In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the
MENU
/SET
23
20
21
22
2726 282524
19
31
30
29
32
31
30
32
33
figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button
or Press 4
19 Focus distance reference mark (P75) 20 Speaker (P133) 21 Drive mode lever
Single (P45): Burst (P66): Auto Bracket (P68):
Self-timer (P70): 22 Shutter button (P40) 23 Hot shoe cover (P13, 162, 164) 24 Microphone (P99, 124, 147) 25 Mode dial (P38) 26 Camera ON/OFF switch (P26) 27 Status indicator (P38) 28 Motion picture button (P40)
29 Shoulder strap eyelet (P19)
Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when
using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
30 [REMOTE] socket (P166) 31 [HDMI] socket (P150, 151) 32 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P149, 154, 156, 158)
Before Use
33 DC cable cover (P167)
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363534
37 38 39 40
41 42 43 444546 47 48
5150
49
52
34 Card/Battery door (P24) 35 Release lever (P24) 36 Tripod receptacle (P175)
When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod
is stable when the camera is attached to it.
Lens H-H020 (LUMIX G 2 0 mm/F1.7 ASPH.)
37 Lens surface 38 Focus ring (P74) 39 Contact point 40 Lens fitting mark (P16)
The 20 mm/F1.7 interchangeable lens included in
the DMC-GF1C utilises a lens drive system to realise a compact and bright F1.7 lens. As a result, sound and vibration may occur during focus operation, but this is not a malfunction.
Operating sounds will be recorded when auto focus is performed during motion picture
recording. It is recommended to record with [CONTINUOUS AF] (P103) set to [OFF], if the sound of operation bothers you. (P98) Also, it is not possible to set the Focus mode to [AFC]. (P46)
H-FS014045 (LUMIX G VARIO 14–45 mm/F3.5– 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
41 Tele 42 Lens surface 43 Focus ring (P74) 44 Wide 45 Zoom ring (P49) 46 [O.I.S.] switch (P17) 47 Contact point 48 Lens fitting mark (P16)
Battery charger/AC adaptor (P20, 167)
49 Power input socket [AC IN] 50 [CHARGE] indicator 51 Power output socket [DC OUT] 52 Battery holder
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Before Use
Removing the Hot Shoe Cover
The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe. To use the Optional External Viewfinder (P162) or
External Flash (P164), please remove the hot shoe cover.
Press the hot shoe cover release button and pull the shoe cover in the direction of the arrow.
Note
When not using the Optional External Viewfinder (P162) or
External Flash (P164), be sure to attach the hot shoe cover.
Please be careful not to lose the hot shoe cover.
When not using the hot shoe cover, be careful not to let liquid, sand, or any other foreign matter
enter the connection terminals.
Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Operating the Rear Dial
There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing.
Example of operation
1 “Rotating” 2 “Pressing”
Compensating the exposure (P65) etc.
Normal playback (while Multi Playback), Move images while zoomed (while using Playback Zoom)
A Rear dial
¢1 Recording ¢2 Playback
Adjustments of Programme Shift (P48), Aperture
¢1
(P84), Shutter Speed (P85), etc.
Multi (calendar) Playback (P51), Playback Zoom (P53)
¢
2
¢3 It functions in the same way as [MENU/SET] button in various settings including set and
finish.
Note
The sound of the rear dial operation may be recorded when operated during motion picture
recording.
¢3
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About the Lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures.
“Micro Four Thirds Mount”
This is the lens mount standard for the “Micro Four Thirds System”. This was newly developed as interchangeable lens mount dedicated for digital cameras.
About the functions of your lens
Depending on the type of lens, you may not be able to use some functions such as the direction
detection function (P37), [STABILIZER] (P118), Quick AF (P128) and Continuous AF (P128).
The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.
Take some test pictures with the lens you are using.
Lens with the Four Thirds™ mount
specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DM W-MA1; optional). Because of its structure, Micro Four Thirds mount specification lenses cannot be used on the Four Thirds mount specification cameras. It can only be used on the Micro Four Thirds mount specification cameras.
When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional),
you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses.
– The focal distance of the employed lens is effectively doubled. (A 50 mm lens is equivalent to
a 100 mm lens)
– For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from
the rated distance.
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Interchangeable lenses that can be used with this unit and Auto focus / Auto Aperture Operation (As of September 2009)
(±: Usable, ¥: Some functions/features limited, —: Not usable)
Lens type
Micro Four Thirds mount specification lens
when recording still
Auto focus
Lens included in the DMC-GF1C. (H-H020)
Lens included in the DMC-GF1K.
(H-FS014045) ±
Other Micro Four Thirds mount specification lens
([AFS])
([AFS],
[AFC])
¢3
pictures
¥
Auto
aperture
setting
±¥
±¥
while recording motion pictures
Auto
focus
¢4, 5
¢4, 5
Auto
aperture
setting
¥
¥
¢7
¢7
Micro Four Thirds mount specification lens compatible to HD motion pictures (LUMIX G VARIO
±
([AFS],
[AFC])
±±
¢4
±
HD)
Four Thirds mount
Four Thirds mount specification lens
specification lens compatible to contrast AF
¢1
Four Thirds mount specification lens not compatible to
¥
([AFS])
±¥
¢6
± ¥
¢7
¥
¢7
contrast AF
Leica mount specification lens
Interchangeable
¢2
lens for Leica
————
¢1 Mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional) is necessary to use with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R; optional) is necessary. ¢3 This function is not supported by some Micro Four Thirds mount specification lenses
For lens operations, please see our website.
¢4 When recording motion pictures, the focus is continuously adjusted for both [AFS] and [AFC]
(P46).
¢5 AF tracking is slower than the HD motion picture compatible lens (LUMIX G VARIO HD
lens), also the sound of auto focus operation may be recorded. (The auto focus is activated by pressing the shutter button halfway.)
¢6 Auto focus is activated only when the shutter button is pressed halfway. The sound of Auto
Focus Operation may be recorded at this time.
¢7 The sound of aperture operation may be recorded.
Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.)
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Preparation
Preparation
Attaching/Detaching the Lens
Check that the camera is turned off.
Close the flash.
Attaching a lens to the camera body
Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
Do not put your hands inside the mount.
Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Do not press the lens release button 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.
Check that the lens is attached correctly.
Detach the lens cap.
Detach the lens cap before taking pictures.
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Preparation
Optical Image Stabilizer
The Optical Image Stabilizer function is set for activation when the lens is attached to the camera body.
A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required.
– The 20 mm/F1.7 interchangeable lens supplied with the DMC-GF1C does not support
the stabilizer function.
– The 14-45 mm/F3.5-5.6 interchangeable lens supplied with the DMC-GF1K supports the
stabilizer function.
Set the [O.I.S.] switch to [ON].
You can change the Optical Image Stabilizer mode to
[MODE1], [MODE2] or [MODE3] using [STABILIZER] in the [REC] mode menu. (P118) It is set to [MODE1] at the time of purchase.
We recommend setting the [O.I.S.] switch to [OFF] when
using a tripod. If the [O.I.S.] switch is set to [OFF], [ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor/optional external viewfinder.
Detaching a lens from the camera body
Attach the lens cap.
Press the lens release button D while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it.
Always attach the body cap to the camera body so
that dirt or dust does not get inside.
Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact
point does not get scratched.
Note
Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P172 when dirt or dust gets on
the lens.
When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of
the lens.
Be careful not to lose the lens cap, the lens rear cap and the body cap.
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Preparation
Attaching the Lens Hood
In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimise lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
The 20 mm/F1.7 interchangeable lens supplied with the DMC-GF1C does not have a lens
hood.
Check that the camera is turned off.
Close the flash.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in the DMC-GF1K
Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at the top and bottom, and turn in the direction of the arrow until it stops.
A Fitting to the mark.
Temporarily storing the lens hood
1 Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to
detach it.
2 Reverse the lens hood and then attach it in the
same way as shown previously.
Attach the lens cap.
When temporarily storing the lens hood, check that it is
firmly attached and that it does not appear in the picture.
Note
Hold the short sides of the flower shaped lens hood when attaching or detaching it.
When taking pictures with flash with the lens hood attached, the lower portion of the photo may
turn dark (vignetting effect) and the control of the flash may be disabled because the photo flash may be obscured by the lens hood. We recommend detaching the lens hood.
When using the AF assist lamp in the dark, detach the lens hood.
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Preparation
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from
dropping.
Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body.
A: Shoulder strap eyelet
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of 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.
Note
Be sure to follow the steps and attach the shoulder strap correctly.
Check that the shoulder strap is firmly attached to the camera.
Attach the shoulder strap so that the “L
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.
UMIX” LOGO is on the outside.
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Charging the Battery
About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLB13E.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. 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 would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Use the dedicated charger and battery.
The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BLB13E) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC. (The battery temperature should
also be the same.)
Connect the AC cable.
The battery cannot be charged when the DC cable
(DMW-DCC3; optional) is connected to the AC adaptor.
Attach the battery with attention to the direction of the battery.
Charging starts when the [CHARGE] indicator A lights
green.
Detach the battery after charging is completed.
Charging is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A
turns off.
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Charging
Charging time Approx. 155 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 long time may be longer than normal.
When the charging has been completed successfully, the [CHARGE] indicator turns off. Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack (DMW-BLB13E) are the same as above.
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
The battery temperature is too high or too low. Please charge the battery again in a
temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC.
The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor/
the optional external viewfinder.
[It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (P167) connected.]
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.
Note
Do not use any other AC cables except the supplied one.
Disconnect the charger from the power outlet after the charging is completed.The battery
becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
The battery will become discharged if left for a long period of time after being charged.
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.)
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.
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
Recording still pictures (when using the LCD monitor)(By CIPA standard in
Programme AE mode)
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens
included in DMC-GF1C is used
Number of recordable
pictures
Recording time Approx. 190 min Approx. 175 min
Approx. 380 pictures Approx. 350 pictures
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
Temperature: 23 oC/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.
Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (512 MB).
Using the supplied battery.
Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens
included in DMC-GF1K is used
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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.
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens included in DMC-GF1C is used:
When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 107.
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in DMC-GF1K is used:
When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 100.
Recording still pictures (when using the optional external viewfinder)(By CIPA
standard in Programme AE mode)
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens
included in DMC-GF1C is used
Number of recordable
pictures
Recording time Approx. 215 min Approx. 200 min
Approx. 430 pictures Approx. 400 pictures
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in DMC-GF1K is used
Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor)
[AVCHD Lite](Recording with picture quality set to [SH]([ ]))
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens
included in DMC-GF1C is used
Continuous
recordable time
(motion pictures)
Actual recordable time
(motion pictures)
[MOTION JPEG](Recording with picture quality set to [HD]([ ]))
Continuous
recordable time
(motion pictures)
Actual recordable time
(motion pictures)
These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC and a humidity of 50%. Please be aware
that these times are approximate.
Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as
switching the power supply [ON] / [OFF], starting/stopping recording, zoom operation etc.
¢ Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum
recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.
Approx. 210 min Approx. 170 min
Approx. 110 min Approx. 100 min
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens
included in DMC-GF1C is used
Approx. 210 min Approx. 170 min
Approx. 110 min Approx. 100 min
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in DMC-GF1K is used
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in DMC-GF1K is used
Playback (when using the LCD monitor)
When 20 mm/F1.7 lens
included in DMC-GF1C is used
Playback time Approx. 360 min Approx. 290 min
When 14–45 mm/F3.5–5.6 lens included in DMC-GF1K is used
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Note
The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the
environment and the operating conditions.
For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced.
In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes.When using [AUTO POWER LCD] or [POWER LCD] (P33).When operations such as flash and zoom are 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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Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery
Check that this unit is turned off.
Close the flash.
We recommend using a Panasonic card.
Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door.
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLB13E).
If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction you insert it. To 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.
The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.
OPEN
LOCK
1:Close the card/battery door.
OPEN
2:Slide the release lever in the direction
LOCK
of the arrow.
If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove the card, check its direction and then insert it again.
Note
Remove the battery after use.
Do not remove the battery while the power is on as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly.
The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment.
Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has
gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself may be damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)
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A
About the Card
Access to the card
The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card.
Card
The following types of cards can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
Type of car d Characteristics
SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
(Formatted using the FAT12 or FAT16 format in compliance with the SD standard)
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
(Formatted using the FAT32 format in compliance with the SD standard)
¢ The SDHC Memory Card is a memory card standard decided by the SD Association in 2006
for high capacity memory cards more than 2 GB.
¢
You can use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is compatible with SDHC Memory Cards however you cannot use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used.)
You can only use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using
cards with 4 GB or more capacity.
It is recommended to use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures.
¢ SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.
Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
¢
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
Note
Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or the DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional) (when the AC adaptor is in use), while the access indicator is lit, while writing, reading, or deleting the picture, formatting (P36), etc. Also, do not apply vibration, shock, or static electricity to the unit. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.
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.
Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P36)
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Fast recording and writing speed
Write-Protect switch A provided (When
this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original position.)
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ONOFF
MENU
/SET
:
:
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Turn the camera on.
A [MENU/SET] button
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set.
A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P114)
: Cancel without setting the clock.
Select either [24HRS] or [AM/PM] for the time display format.
AM/PM is displayed when [AM/PM] is selected.
When [AM/PM] is selected as the time display format, midnight is displayed as
AM 12:00 and noon is displayed as PM 12:00. This display format is common in the US and elsewhere.
Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Turn the camera off after finishing setting the clock. Then turn it on and check that the clock setting is correct.
When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to complete the settings without the clock having been set, set the clock correctly by following the procedure below.
Changing the clock setting
Changing the clock setting
Select [CLOCK SET] in the [SETUP] menu, and press 1. (P28)
It can be changed in steps 3 and 4 to set the clock.
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Once a charged battery has been installed for 24 hours, the clock setting is maintained  for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Note
The clock is displayed when [DISPLAY] is pressed several times during recording.
You can set the year from 2000 to 2099.
If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you stamp the date on the
pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P139) or order a photo studio to print the pictures.
If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera.
Setting the Menu
This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximise your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
! [REC] mode menu (P115 to 124) [SETUP] menu (P31 to 36)
This menu lets you
set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are recording.
[MOTION PICTURE] mode menu
(P125 to 126)
This menu lets you
set the [REC MODE], [REC QUALITY], and other aspects for motion picture recording.
[CUSTOM MENU] (P126 to 131) ( [PLAYBACK] mode menu (P134 to 148)
Operation of the unit,
such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings.
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.
[MY MENU]
Up to 5 menu items
used recently can be memorised. Items used a lot can be recalled easily.
This menu lets you
make the protection, trimming or print settings, etc. of recorded pictures.
Note
There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications.
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ONOFF
MENU
/SET
or or
Setting menu items
This section describes how to select the [REC] mode menu settings, and the same setting can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] mode menu, [CUSTOM MENU] menu, [SETUP] menu, [MY MENU] menu and [PLAYBACK] mode menu as well.
If you set [MENU RESUME] (P130) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ON], the screen shows
the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off.
Example: Setting [I.EXPOSURE] from [OFF] to [HIGH] in the Programme AE mode
Turn the camera on.
A [MENU/SET] button B Mode dial
Set the mode dial to [ ].
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.
Switching to other menus
e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu
1 Press 2.
2 Press 4 or rotate the rear dial
to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ].
3 Press 1 or the rear dial.
Select a menu item next and set it.
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or
or
or
MENU
/SET
or
[I.EXPOSURE].
Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or
rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen.
Press 1 or the rear dial.
Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it
may be displayed in a different way.
Press 3/4 or rotate the rear dial to select [HIGH].
Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set.
Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.
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9
PPP
AWB
STDSTDSTD
3+30−3+30
AUTOAUTOAUTO
AFS
9
PP
AWB
STDSTDSTD
3+30−3+30
AUTOAUTOAUTO
AFS
9
PP
AWB
STDSTDSTD
3+30−3+30
AUTOAUTOAUTO
AFS
MENU
/SET
or
Setting the Quick Menu
By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found.
The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display
style the camera is in.
Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu in recording
Q.MENU
status.
Press 3/4/2/1 or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item and the setting.
Menus that can be setup are displayed in orange when selected.
Setup method is different as following depending on the displayed screen during
recording. Refer to P56 about the displayed screen.
[ ] (LCD monitor style)
Proceed to step 4 below after selecting the item and settings.
[ ] (Finder style)
Select the item, press the rear dial, and then select the setting.
Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set the menu.
Press [Q.MENU] to close the Quick Menu.
Q.MENU
You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the Quick Menu.
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