Panasonic DMC-GF7 Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-GF7
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
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∫ About the symbols in the text
: Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button.
Wi-Fi
: Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button.
: Configurations that can be performed in the [Custom] menu.
: Tips for skilful use and points for recording.
: Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
: Continued to next page.
In these operating instructions, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows.
MENU
> [Rec] > [Quality] > [›]
Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032).
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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. (P19)
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• Attach the other side of the
shoulder strap.
Charge the battery. (P20)
A : Plug-in type
2
B : Inlet type
Insert the card (optional)/the
battery. (P25)
3
• Insert the battery all the way in until it
clicks into place, paying attention to
the orientation.
Attach the lens. (P31)
• To attach the lens, align the lens fitting
4
marks, and rotate the lens in the
direction of the arrow.
Turn the camera on and set the clock.
(P33)
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4
[When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032/
6060603.53.53.5
A
1/981/981/981/98
H-FS35100) is used]
Extend the lens barrel. (P36)
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Format the card (initialisation). (P27)
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Press [¦]. (P71)
• 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. (P38)
Check the picture you have taken.
• The [Auto Review] function displays the picture you
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have just taken. (P39)
• To display the picture in Playback Mode, press [(].
(P217)
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Contents
Finding the information you need..............................................................................2
How to use this manual.............................................................................................3
Quick Start Guide......................................................................................................4
1. Before Use
Care of the camera .................................................................................................11
Standard Accessories .............................................................................................12
Names and Functions of Components....................................................................13
About the Lens........................................................................................................16
Cards Compatible with this unit...............................................................................18
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..................................................................................19
Charging the Battery ...............................................................................................20
• Charging.........................................................................................................20
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures....................22
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery .........................................25
• About the Card ...............................................................................................27
• Formatting the card (initialisation) ..................................................................27
• Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ....28
Changing the Lens..................................................................................................30
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).................................................................................33
• Changing the Clock Setting............................................................................34
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................35
• Tips for taking good pictures ..........................................................................35
• Extending/retracting the lens [when the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032/
H-FS35100) is attached] ................................................................................36
• Monitor ...........................................................................................................37
• Shutter button (Taking pictures) .....................................................................38
• Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures).........................................39
• Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) .......................................................40
• Control Dial.....................................................................................................41
• Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button ...............................................................42
• [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information)......................................43
• Touch screen (Touch operations) ...................................................................48
• Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function .....................................................50
• [REC. SETTING RESET] button (Resetting the recording settings) ..............52
Setting menu items .................................................................................................53
Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu)...........................................56
• Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item ............................................57
Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) ....................59
Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu)...............................................61
Entering Text ...........................................................................................................69
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3. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ...................70
• Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ..........................................74
• Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]).............75
• Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control).......................76
• Recording images by changing the brightness or colour tone .......................77
• About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode .........................78
Taking Pictures of Yourself ([Self Shot])..................................................................80
• Changing the way the shutter is released ......................................................83
Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) ....................84
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed.....................................87
• Aperture-Priority AE Mode .............................................................................87
• Shutter-Priority AE Mode................................................................................88
• Manual Exposure Mode .................................................................................89
• Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) .............92
• Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One Push AE) .......93
Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode).................................................94
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode)..........97
Taking pictures of scenery, children or portraits with optimal settings...................106
• Scenery Mode ..............................................................................................106
• Child Mode ...................................................................................................106
• Portrait Mode ................................................................................................107
Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)...................108
4. Picture Quality and Colour Tone Settings
Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style]) .........................119
Recording Images with Image Effects ([Filter Settings]) .......................................121
Adjusting the White Balance .................................................................................123
Setting the Picture Quality and Size .....................................................................127
• Setting the aspect ratio of pictures ...............................................................127
• Setting the number of pixels.........................................................................127
• Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) .....................................128
Using Image Correction Functions........................................................................129
• Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) ..............................129
• Raising the resolution ([i.Resolution])...........................................................129
• Combining pictures with different exposures ([HDR])...................................130
• Reducing the long shutter noise ([Long Shtr NR])........................................131
• Correcting the brightness on the screen periphery ([Shading Comp.]) ........131
• Setting the colour space ([Color Space]) ......................................................132
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings
Taking Pictures with Auto Focus...........................................................................133
• Selecting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) .................................................135
• Selecting the Auto Focus Mode ...................................................................137
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• Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area .................141
• Optimising the focus and brightness for a touched position .........................144
• Setting the desired focus method.................................................................145
Taking Pictures with Manual Focus.......................................................................148
Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) ................................................154
Compensating the Exposure.................................................................................156
Setting the Light Sensitivity...................................................................................157
• Setting the upper limit on ISO sensitivity......................................................158
• Setting the step increment of ISO sensitivity ................................................159
• Extending ISO sensitivity..............................................................................159
Selecting the Method for Measuring Brightness ([Metering Mode])......................160
6. Shutter and Drive Settings
Setting the Shutter Type .......................................................................................161
Select a Drive Mode..............................................................................................163
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode.........................................................................164
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket.......................................................................167
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer........................................................................170
7. Functions Customised for Various Subjects and Purposes
Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot])......................172
Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) .....................................175
Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) .....................................179
Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode])....181
Taking Clear Pictures by Registering Faces ([Face Recog.])................................182
Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images................................................187
Using screens and displays suitable for recording................................................188
8. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash
Optical Image Stabiliser ........................................................................................190
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ..............................................................................192
• Raising the telescopic effect.........................................................................193
• Zooming using touch operations ..................................................................197
Taking pictures by using the flash .........................................................................198
• Changing Flash Mode ..................................................................................201
• Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro...............................................................203
• Adjust the flash output..................................................................................204
• Synchronising the output of the flash to the Exposure Compensation .........204
9. Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Motion Picture......................................................................................205
• Setting the format, size and recording frame rate ........................................208
• How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) .........210
Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures ....................................... 211
Recording Snap Movies ........................................................................................212
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Using the [Motion Picture] Menu...........................................................................215
10. Playing Back and Editing Images
Playing Back Pictures ...........................................................................................217
Playing Back Motion Pictures................................................................................219
• Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture ................................................220
Switching the Playback Method ............................................................................221
• Using the Playback Zoom ............................................................................221
• Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) ...............................................221
• Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) ......................222
• Playing Back Group Pictures........................................................................223
Deleting Pictures...................................................................................................225
Using the [Playback] Menu ...................................................................................227
• [2D/3D Settings] ...........................................................................................227
• [Slide Show] .................................................................................................227
• [Playback Mode]...........................................................................................229
• [Location Logging] ........................................................................................230
• [Clear Retouch] ............................................................................................231
• [Title Edit]......................................................................................................233
• [Text Stamp]..................................................................................................234
• [Video Divide] ...............................................................................................237
• [Time Lapse Video].......................................................................................238
• [Stop Motion Video] ......................................................................................238
• [Resize] ........................................................................................................239
• [Cropping].....................................................................................................241
• [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.] ..................................................................................242
• [Favorite] ......................................................................................................243
• [Print Set]......................................................................................................244
• [Protect]........................................................................................................246
• [Face Rec Edit].............................................................................................247
• [Picture Sort].................................................................................................247
• [Delete Confirmation]....................................................................................248
11. Using the Wi-Fi function
Wi-FiR function......................................................................................................249
What you can do with the Wi-Fi function...............................................................252
Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet ...................................................................253
• Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App ” .......................................253
• Connecting to a smartphone/tablet...............................................................254
• Taking images via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)..........................259
• Playing back images in the camera..............................................................260
• Saving images stored in the camera ............................................................260
• Sending images in the camera to an SNS ...................................................261
• Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a
smartphone/tablet ........................................................................................261
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• Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your
preference on a smartphone/tablet ..............................................................263
• Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera..............264
Displaying pictures on a TV ..................................................................................267
Printing Wirelessly.................................................................................................268
When sending images to AV device......................................................................269
When sending images to PC ................................................................................271
Using Web services ..............................................................................................275
• When sending images to web service ..........................................................276
• When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ..........................................280
Registering to the “LUMIX CLUB”.........................................................................282
• About the [LUMIX CLUB] .............................................................................282
About Connections................................................................................................287
• Connecting from your house (via the network).............................................288
• Connecting from a location away from your house (direct connection)........290
• Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select a
destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]).....................291
• About settings for sending images ...............................................................293
[Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ...............................................................................................296
12. Connecting to other equipment
Enjoying 3D pictures .............................................................................................298
Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen .................................................................301
• Using VIERA Link (HDMI) ............................................................................303
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ............................................305
• About the supplied software .........................................................................306
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder .......................................310
Printing the Pictures..............................................................................................311
13. Others
Optional accessories.............................................................................................317
Monitor Display .....................................................................................................318
Message Display...................................................................................................322
Menu list................................................................................................................326
• [Rec] .............................................................................................................326
• [Motion Picture] ............................................................................................329
• [Custom].......................................................................................................330
• [Setup]..........................................................................................................332
• [Playback].....................................................................................................334
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................335
Cautions for Use ...................................................................................................349
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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 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 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 Operating Instructions”.
• 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
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1
Mode dial (P40)
2
Shutter button (P38)
3
Camera ON/OFF switch (P33)
4
Self-timer indicator (P170)/
AF Assist Lamp (P146)
5
Intelligent Auto button (P71)
6
Stereo microphone (P216)
• Be careful not to cover the microphone with
your finger. Doing so may make sound
difficult to record.
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Flash (P198)
8
Focus distance reference mark (P151)
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[Wi-Fi] button (P250)/[Fn1] button (P59)
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Shoulder strap eyelet (P19)
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Status indicator (P33)/
Wi-Fi
®
connection lamp (P250)
• The lamp lights green when the camera is
turned on, and lights blue when it is
connected to Wi-Fi.
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Intelligent Auto lamp (P71)
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Lens fitting mark (P31)
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Sensor
15
Mount
16
Lens lock pin
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Lens release button (P30)
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Speaker
• Be careful not to cover the speaker with your
finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to
hear.
Names and Functions of Components
∫ Camera body
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1. Before Use
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25
27
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32 34
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29
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333130
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24
26
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Touch screen (P48)/monitor (P37)
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Flash open lever (P198)
• The flash opens, and recording with the flash
becomes possible.
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Motion picture button (P205)
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[(] (Playback) button (P217)
23
[HDMI] socket (P301)
24
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P302, 308, 310,
311)
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Cursor buttons (P42)
3/[È] (Exposure Compensation) (P77, 89,
110 , 156)
1/[ ] (White Balance) (P123)
2/[ ] (Auto Focus Mode) (P137)
4/[ ] (Drive mode) (P163)
– Single (P163)/Burst (P164)/Auto bracket
(P167)/Self-timer (P170)
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Control dial (P41)
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[MENU/SET] button (P42, 53)
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[DISP.] button (P43, 46)
• Each time this is pressed, the display on the
monitor is switched.
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[ ] (Delete) button (P225)/
[ ] (Quick Menu/Return) button
(P56)
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[REC. SETTING RESET] button (P52)
• Use this button to restore the default
recording settings.
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Tripod mount (P356)
• 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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DC coupler cover (P317)
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the
Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC
adaptor (optional) are used.
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Release lever (P25)
34
Card/Battery door (P25)
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1. Before Use
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∫ Lens
H-FS12032 1 Lens surface
H-FS35100
2Tele
3 Zoom ring (P192)
4Wide
5 Contact point
6 Lens fitting mark (P31)
7 Focus ring (P148)
8 Zoom lever (P192)
9 Focus lever (P148)
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H-PS14042
The interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) does not have a focus ring, but you can use manual
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focus by operating the camera. Refer to P148 for details.
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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
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the rated distance.
Mount Adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional)
• When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [Shoot w/o Lens] (P30) 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 (P76)/[Shading Comp.] (P131)/
[Pull Focus] ([Snap Movie]) (P214)/[Quick AF] (P145)/[Shutter Type] (P161)/[Stabilizer]
(P190)/[Power Zoom Lens] (P196)/Touch zoom (P197)
For details on the lens used, refer to the website.
Refer to catalogues/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
(8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card
(48GB, 64GB)
∫ About the motion picture recording and SD speed class
Confirm the SD Speed Class (the speed standard regarding continuous writing) on a card
label etc. when you record a motion picture.
Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or more for [AVCHD]/[MP4] motion picture
recording.
e.g.:
Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
•
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
• 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 standard SDHC/SDXC
memory cards.
• Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.
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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 through
2
the ring in the direction of the arrow and then
pass it through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through
3
the hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of the
4
shoulder strap and then
check that it will not come
out.
• Perform steps 1 to 4 and then
attach the other side of the
shoulder strap.
• Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.
– Do not wrap the strap around your neck.
It may result in injury or accident.
• Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.
– It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.
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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.
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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 paying
1
attention to the direction of
the battery.
Connect the charger to the
2
electrical outlet.
• The [CHARGE] indicator A lights
up and charging begins.
plug-in type inlet type
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
AFSAFS
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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. 130 min
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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.
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(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
∫ Recording still pictures (By CIPA standard in Programme AE Mode)
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 230 pictures
Recording time Approx. 115 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS35100) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 230 pictures
Recording time Approx. 115 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 210 pictures
Recording time Approx. 105 min
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
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CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor 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 Stabiliser function,
set the Optical Image Stabiliser to [ ])
• Recording once every 30 seconds using full flash every second recording.
• When an interchangeable lens compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom) is
attached, the zoom moves from Tele to Wide or from Wide to Tele on each 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 num ber 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
[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/50i])
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used
Recordable time Approx. 80 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS35100) is used
Recordable time Approx. 80 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used
Recordable time Approx. 80 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min
[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/20M/25p])
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used
Recordable time Approx. 80 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS35100) is used
Recordable time Approx. 90 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 45 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used
Recordable time Approx. 80 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 40 min
These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.
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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.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or
up to 4 GB.
(For [FHD/28M/50p]/[FHD/20M/25p] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable
time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)
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∫ Playback
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) is used
Playback time Approx. 160 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS35100) is used
Playback time Approx. 160 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used
Playback time Approx. 150 min
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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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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery
• Check that this unit is turned off.
• We recommend using a Panasonic card.
1: Slide the release lever in the
1
direction of the arrow.
2: Open the card/battery door.
• Always use genuine Panasonic
batteries.
• If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the
2
battery orientation, insert all the
way until you hear a locking
sound and then check that it is
locked by lever A.
Pull the lever A in the direction of
the arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it securely all the way
until you hear a “click” while
being careful about the direction
in which you insert it.
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.
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
1: Close the card/battery door.
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2: Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
• Remove the battery after use.
(The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.)
• The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• 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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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
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About the Card
Access to the card
The access indication displays red when pictures are being
recorded on the card.
During access (image writing, reading and deleting,
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formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery,
card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to
vibration, impact or static electricity.
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.
• If you set the Write-Protect switch A to “LOCK”, you may not be able to write,
delete or format the data or display it by recording date. These operations
become available again when you unlock the switch.
• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves,
static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing
important data on a PC etc.
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Formatting the card (initialisation)
Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.
Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary
data in advance.
Select the menu. (P53)
MENU
> [Setup] > [Format]
Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
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• Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) (P317) when formatting.
Do not turn the camera off during formatting.
• If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.
• If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic.
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time
∫ Number of recordable pictures
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Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [A]
[Picture Size] 8GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
L (16M) 900 1810 3640 7260
M (8M) 1650 3340 6690 13000
S (4M) 2800 5670 11360 21480
• Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [ ]
[Picture Size] 8GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
L (16M) 270 550 1110 2230
M (8M) 320 640 1300 2580
S (4M) 340 700 1410 2800
∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures)
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“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second.
• The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded.
• [AVCHD]
[Rec Quality] 8GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
[FHD/28M/50p]
[FHD/17M/50i]
[FHD/24M/25p]/
[FHD/24M/24p]
37m00s 1h15m 2h30m 5h00m
1h00m 2h00m 4h5m 8h15m
43m00s 1h25m 2h55m 5h50m
• [MP4]
[Rec Quality] 8GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
[FHD/28M/50p]
[FHD/20M/25p]
[HD/10M/25p]
[VGA/4M/25p]
37m00s 1h15m 2h30m 5h00m
49m00s 1h40m 3h20m 6h40m
1h30m 3h10m 6h25m 12h50m
3h25m 7h00m 14h10m 28h15m
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
MENU
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A
B
• When a high ambient temperature, continuous recording or other conditions cause the camera
to overheat, the following restrictions will occur to protect the camera. Wait until the camera
cools down.
– Continuous recording, motion picture recording, and the Wi-Fi connection will be temporarily
disabled.
– If you continue recording even when [ ] is flashing on the screen, a message will be
displayed and the camera will turn off automatically.
• Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of recordable pictures
and available recording time vary.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or
up to 4 GB.
(For [FHD/28M/50p]/[FHD/20M/25p] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable
time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)
• The maximum available continuous recording time is displayed on the screen.
Switching the display between the number of recordable pictures and the
available recording time
> [Custom] >
[Remaining Disp.]
[] ([Remaining Shots]):
This will display the number of recordable pictures for
still pictures.
([Remaining Time]):
[]
This will display the available recording time for motion
pictures.
[9999i] is displayed if there are more than 10000 pictures
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remaining.
A Number of recordable pictures
B Available recording time
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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Changing the Lens
By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your
enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure.
Check that the camera is turned off.
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• When attaching or detaching the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032/H-FS35100), retract the
lens barrel.
• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P350 when dirt or dust gets on
the lens.
Detaching the lens
• Attach the lens cap.
While pressing on the lens release button A,
rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops
and then remove.
• Hold and rotate the base area of the lens B.
• When the lens is removed from the camera body, make sure to attach the body cap to the
camera body and attach the lens rear cap to the lens.
To enable/disable the shutter release without lens.
MENU
> [Custom] > [Shoot w/o Lens]
[ON]: Shutter will operate regardless of the lens on the unit.
[OFF]: Shutter will not operate when a lens is not attached to the camera body or is
When using a Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R: optional), set it to [ON].
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not attached correctly.
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