Panasonic DMC-GH4 Advanced Manual

Owner’s Manual

for advanced features

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-GH4

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,

and save this manual for future use.

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How to use this manual

About the indication of the applicable mode

Applicable modes:

The icons indicate the modes available for a function.

• Black icons: Applicable modes

• Gray icons: Unavailable modes

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settings.

The icons indicate whether or not a function is available for still pictures and motion pictures.

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∫ About the symbols in the text

[MENU]: 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 skillful use and points for recording.

: Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.

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In this owner’s manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Quality]>[›]

The descriptions in this owner’s manual are based on the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035).

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• The screen illustrations in this owner’s manual assume that [Style] in [Clock Set] (P36) is set to

[Y.M.D] and [System Frequency] (P220) is set to [24.00 Hz (CINEMA)].

Quick Start Guide

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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.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap. (P26)

• Attach the other side of the

shoulder strap.

Charging the Battery. (P27)

Inserting the Battery. (P32)

• Insert the battery all the way in until it

clicks into place, paying attention to the orientation.

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Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional). (P33)

• Insert the card all the way in until it

clicks into place, paying attention to the orientation.

Attach the lens. (P23)

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• To attach the lens, align the lens

fitting marks, and rotate the lens in

the direction of the arrow.

Open the monitor. (P35)

• Hold the monitor to open it, rotate it

180o to the lens side, and return it to

its original position.

Turn the camera on and set the clock.

(P36)

Formatting the card (initialization). (P58)

Set the mode dial to [¦]. (P41)

• The dial is locked if the mode dial lock

button is depressed. Each press locks/

unlocks the dial.

• The settings of the main functions are

adjusted automatically.

Press the shutter button

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halfway to focus.

A Focus indication

• Once the subject is in focus, the focus

indication is displayed.

Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. (P39)

Check the picture you have taken.

• The [Auto Review] function displays the picture you

have just taken. (P311)

• To display the picture in Playback Mode, press [(].

(P221)

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Finding the information you need.......................................................................2

How to use this manual .......................................................................................3

Quick Start Guide ...................................................................................................4

Contents by Function............................................................................................13

1. Before Use

Care of this Camera .............................................................................................16

Standard Accessories...........................................................................................17

Names and Functions of Components .................................................................18

About the Lens .....................................................................................................21

Cards Compatible with this unit............................................................................22

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Changing the Lens ...............................................................................................23

Attaching the Shoulder Strap................................................................................26

Charging the Battery.............................................................................................27

• Charging ......................................................................................................27

• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .................29

Inserting/Removing the Battery ............................................................................32

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional) ...............................................................33

• About the Card.............................................................................................34

Opening the Monitor/Adjusting the Monitor ..........................................................35

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..............................................................................36

• Changing the Clock Setting .........................................................................37

Basic Operations ..................................................................................................38

• Diopter adjustment.......................................................................................38

• Tips for taking good pictures ........................................................................38

• Shutter button (Taking pictures)...................................................................39

• Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures) ......................................40

• Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode).....................................................41

• Rear Dial/Front Dial .....................................................................................42

• Control Dial ..................................................................................................42

• Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button.............................................................43

• [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information) ...................................44

• [LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder)..........................................48

• Touch panel (Touch operations)...................................................................49

Optical Image Stabilizer........................................................................................51

Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) ........................................53

Setting menu items...............................................................................................54

• Entering Text................................................................................................57

Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) ............................................58

• Formatting the card (initialization)................................................................58

• Restoring the default settings ([Reset])........................................................58

• Conserving the battery life ([Economy]) .......................................................59

• Using the [Setup] menu ...............................................................................60

3. Easy Recording

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode).................69

• Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot])........................................72

• Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR])..........73

• Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) ....................74

• Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone .......................75

• About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode .......................76

Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) ..................77

Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function............................................................89

• Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function.........................................89

• Easily Optimizing the Brightness for a Specified Area (Touch AE) ..............90

4. Focus and Shutter (Drive Mode) Settings

Taking Pictures with Auto Focus...........................................................................91

• Selecting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) .................................................93

• Selecting the Auto Focus Mode...................................................................94

• Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area...............101

• Setting the AF area position with the Touch Pad .......................................104

• Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position ......................105

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ....................................................................107

Select a Drive Mode ...........................................................................................112

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ......................................................................113

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket....................................................................116

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer .....................................................................118

Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) ...................120

Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation])...................................124

5. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings

Setting the Picture Quality and Size ...................................................................129

• Setting the aspect ratio of pictures.............................................................129

• Setting the number of pixels ......................................................................129

• Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality])...................................130

Setting the Light Sensitivity ................................................................................132

• Setting the upper limit on ISO sensitivity ...................................................133

• Setting the step increment of ISO sensitivity .............................................134

• Extending ISO sensitivity ...........................................................................134

Adjusting the White Balance...............................................................................135

Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style]).......................140

Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions ([Highlight Shadow]) ..........................................142

Using Image Correction Functions .....................................................................144

• Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) ............................144

• Raising the resolution ([i.Resolution]) ........................................................144

• Combining pictures with different exposures ([HDR])................................145

• Reducing the long shutter noise ([Long Shtr NR]) .....................................146

• Correcting the brightness on the screen periphery ([Shading Comp.])......146

• Setting the color space ([Color Space]) .....................................................147

6. Recording Suited for the Subject and Scene

Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode).......................148

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed ................................150

• Aperture-Priority AE Mode.........................................................................150

• Shutter-Priority AE Mode ...........................................................................151

• Manual Exposure Mode .............................................................................152

• Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode).........155

• Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One Push AE) ...156

Compensating the Exposure ..............................................................................157

Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock)..............................................159

Selecting the Method for Measuring Brightness ([Metering Mode]) ...................161

Taking Pictures with the Zoom............................................................................162

• Raising the telescopic effect......................................................................163

• Zooming using touch operations................................................................167

Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) ..................................168

Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once

([Silent Mode]) ....................................................................................................170

Taking Pictures with No Shutter Sound ([Electronic Shutter]) ............................171

Minimizing vibration of the shutter......................................................................172

Taking Clear Pictures by Registering Faces ([Face Recog.]) .............................173

Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images .............................................178

7. Flash

Taking pictures by using the flash.......................................................................180

Setting the Flash Functions................................................................................182

• Changing the firing mode...........................................................................182

• Changing Flash Mode................................................................................183

• Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro............................................................185

• Adjust the flash output ...............................................................................186

• Synchronizing the output of the flash to the Exposure Compensation ......186

Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes ...............................................................187

• Using other settings for wireless flash recording .......................................190

8. Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Picture ...................................................................................191

• Recording motion pictures in 4K................................................................193

• Setting the format, size and recording frame rate......................................193

• How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) .......199

Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures.....................................200

Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed

(Creative Video Mode)........................................................................................202

• Minimizing operational sounds during motion picture recording................204

Using Advanced Settings and Recording Functions for Motion Pictures ...........205

• Setting the luminance level for images ......................................................206

• Adjusting the sound settings/monitoring the sound while recording ..........207

• Using screens and displays suitable for motion picture recording .............208

• Recording while monitoring camera images ..............................................212

• Setting the recording method of time code ................................................214

• Recording in Slow or Fast Motion ([Variable Frame Rate])........................215

• Reducing flickering and horizontal stripes on images ([Synchro Scan]) ....218

• Displaying color bars/Outputting a test tone ..............................................219

• Changing the system frequency ................................................................220

9. Playing Back and Editing Images

Playing Back Pictures.........................................................................................221

Playing Back Motion Pictures.............................................................................222

• Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture..............................................223

Switching the Playback Method..........................................................................224

• Using the Playback Zoom..........................................................................224

• Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback).............................................224

• Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) ....................225

• Playing Back Group Pictures .....................................................................225

Deleting Pictures ................................................................................................227

Using the [Playback] Menu.................................................................................229

• [2D/3D Settings].........................................................................................229

• [Slide Show]...............................................................................................229

• [Playback Mode] ........................................................................................231

• [Location Logging]......................................................................................232

• [RAW Processing]......................................................................................233

• Removing unnecessary parts ([Clear Retouch]) ........................................236

• [Title Edit] ...................................................................................................238

• [Text Stamp]...............................................................................................239

• [Video Divide].............................................................................................242

• [Time Lapse Video]....................................................................................243

• [Stop Motion Video]....................................................................................243

• [Resize]......................................................................................................244

• [Cropping] ..................................................................................................246

• [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]................................................................................247

• [Favorite]....................................................................................................248

• [Print Set]...................................................................................................249

• [Protect]......................................................................................................251

• [Face Rec Edit] ..........................................................................................252

• [Picture Sort] ..............................................................................................252

• [Delete Confirmation] .................................................................................253

10. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function

Wi-FiR function/NFC function .............................................................................254

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function ............................................................257

Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet .................................................................258

• Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App”.....................................258

• Connecting to a smartphone/tablet ............................................................259

• Taking images via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) .......................264

• Playing back images in the camera...........................................................265

• Saving images stored in the camera..........................................................265

• Sending images in the camera to an SNS .................................................267

• Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a

smartphone/tablet......................................................................................267

• Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera ...........269

Displaying pictures on a TV................................................................................272

Printing Wirelessly..............................................................................................273

When sending images to AV device ...................................................................274

When sending images to PC ..............................................................................276

Using Web services............................................................................................280

• When sending images to web service .......................................................281

• When sending images to Cloud Sync. Service ..........................................284

Registering to the “LUMIX CLUB” ......................................................................286

• About the [LUMIX CLUB]...........................................................................286

• Configuring the external AV device settings ..............................................291

About Connections .............................................................................................292

• Connecting from your house (via the network) ..........................................293

• Connecting from a location away from your house (direct connection) .....296

• Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select

a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) ...............297

• About settings for sending images.............................................................299

[Wi-Fi Setup] Menu.............................................................................................302

11. Customizing the Camera’s Settings

Using the [Custom] menu...................................................................................304

Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item .................................................315

Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) ...............317

Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode)...........................................321

• Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) ..........321

• Recording using registered custom set......................................................322

12. Connecting to other equipment

Enjoying Motion Pictures in 4K...........................................................................323

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen...............................................................325

• Using VIERA Link (HDMI)..........................................................................327

Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC .........................................329

• About the supplied software.......................................................................330

Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder.....................................335

Printing the Pictures ...........................................................................................337

Enjoying 3D pictures...........................................................................................343

13. Others

Optional accessories ..........................................................................................347

Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display ....................................................................355

Message Display ................................................................................................364

Menu list .............................................................................................................368

• [Rec]...........................................................................................................371

• [Motion Picture]..........................................................................................374

• [Custom].....................................................................................................377

• [Setup] .......................................................................................................381

• [Playback] ..................................................................................................383

Available Menu Items (Listed by Recording Mode) ............................................385

Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time.........390

Troubleshooting..................................................................................................393

Cautions for Use.................................................................................................410

Contents by Function

Recording

Recording Mode.............................P41

[Preview] ......................................P155

[Multi Exp.] ................................... P168

[Silent Mode] ................................ P170

[3D Rec].......................................P343

Focus (AF/MF)

[Focus Mode] ................................. P93

[AF Mode] ...................................... P94

Adjusting the AF area position ..... P101

[Manual Focus] ............................ P107

[AF/AE Lock]................................P159

Drive

[Drive Mode]................................. P112

Maximum number of pictures that

can be taken continuously ...........P114

[Self Timer]................................... P118

[Time Lapse Shot]........................ P120

[Stop Motion Animation]...............P124

Picture Quality and Color Tone

[Picture Size]................................P129

[Quality]........................................P130

[Sensitivity]................................... P132

[White Balance]............................ P135

[Photo Style]................................. P140

[Highlight Shadow] ....................... P142

[i.Dynamic] ................................... P144

[i.Resolution] ................................ P144

[HDR] ........................................... P145

[Long Shtr NR] ............................. P146

[Shading Comp.] .......................... P146

[Color Space] ............................... P147

Exposure

[Touch AE] ..................................... P90

[Auto Bracket] .............................. P116

[One Push AE] ............................. P156

[Exposure Comp.] ........................ P157

[Metering Mode] ........................... P161

[AF/AE Lock]................................P159

Flash

[Flash Mode] ................................ P183

2nd curtain synchro...................... P185

[Flash Adjust.] .............................. P186

Wireless flash settings................. P187

Recording

Motion Picture

[Rec Format] ................................ P193

[Rec Quality] ................................ P193

Recording still pictures while

recording motion pictures............. P200

Creative Video Mode ...................P202

[Silent Operation].........................P204

Motion pictures in 4K ...................P193

Image

[Master Pedestal Level] ............... P206

[Luminance Level]........................ P206

Audio

[Mic Level Adj.]............................. P207

[Wind Cut] .................................... P207

[Mic Level Limiter] ........................ P207

[Lens Noise Cut] ..........................P207

Monitoring

[Sound Output]............................. P208

[HDMI Rec Output]....................... P212

Screen settings

[Mic Level Disp.]........................... P208

[SS/Gain Operation]..................... P209

[Center Marker]............................ P209

[Zebra Pattern]............................. P210

[Monochrome Live View].............. P211

[Video-Priority Display]................. P211

Advanced recording and settings

[Time Code] ................................. P214

[Variable Frame Rate]..................P215

[Synchro Scan]............................. P218

[Color Bars].................................. P219

[System Frequency] ..................... P220

Motion Picture

Basic settings

Dioptor adjustment......................... P38

Display switching ........................... P44

[Clock Set]...................................... P36

[Q.MENU]....................................... P53

How to set menu items ..................P54

[Format]..........................................P58

[Reset] (initialization)...................... P58

[Economy] ...................................... P59

[Beep].............................................P62

[Sensor Cleaning] .......................... P68

Customization

[Custom] menu............................. P304

[Custom]

in the Quick Menu......... P315

Function buttons .......................... P317

[Custom Mode].............................P321

Setup/Custom

Playback

Picture playback........................... P221

Playback Zoom ............................ P224

Multi Playback.............................. P224

Motion picture playback ...............P222

[Delete].........................................P227

[Auto Review]............................... P311

Display/playback settings

[Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.].................. P247

[Slide Show].................................P229

Edit

[RAW Processing]........................ P233

[Clear Retouch] ............................ P236

[Resize]........................................ P244

[Cropping] .................................... P246

Adding information

[Location Logging]........................ P232

[Title Edit]..................................... P238

[Text Stamp]................................. P239

Image settings

[Favorite]...................................... P248

[Print Set] ..................................... P249

[Protect]........................................P251

Playback

Connect

Direct connection .........................P296

“Image App ”................................. P258

NFC..............................................P263

[WPS (Push-Button)]............P293, 296

Image App

Sending and adding location

information ................................... P267

Sending images ................... P266, 269

Saving images .............................P265

[Touch Sharing]............................ P303

Remote recording ........................ P264

In combination with other devices

Printing images ............................ P273

Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ........ P284

Sending images to a PC .............. P276

Sending images to an AV

device........................................... P274

Playing back pictures on a TV .....P272

Sending images to a web

service.......................................... P281

Wi-Fi

“PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...................P330

SILKYPIX.....................................P330

[VIERA Link]................................. P327

Recorder

Dubbing........................................ P335

Printer

PictBridge..................................... P337

Connections with other devices

Before Use

Care of this Camera

To avoid damaging your camera and to experience the maximum enjoyment you should exercise the following precautions.

The lens, monitor and the camera body can sustain damage if the camera body is dropped or

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subjected to excessive temperature, moisture, water or dust.

• The monitor can be damaged if excessive pressure is applied to the screen surface, during

actual use or while cleaning.

∫ Splash Proof

Splash Proof is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers against exposure to a minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Proof does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with water.

In order to minimize the possibility of damage please be sure the following precautions are taken:

The Splash Proof feature works in conjunction with the H-HS12035 and H-HS35100 lenses

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that were specifically designed to support this feature.

– Make sure the built-in flash is closed. – Make sure that all doors, socket caps and terminal covers are securely closed. – Make sure that you are in a dry and secure place when changing the battery, lens or memory

card. After changing, make sure their protective doors are securely closed.

– If this camera is exposed to water, sand or any other foreign material clean it as soon as

possible, taking the necessary precautions that the foreign substance does not get inside the camera.

– Under no circumstances should you touch or place any foreign objects within the camera or

in close proximity of the camera’s image sensor.

∫ Condensation

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Condensation may occur on the lens, monitor or in the viewfinder when the room temperature or humidity changes rapidly. This may cause the image to temporarily become hazy. If this occurs, turn the camera off and allow the camera to sit in a temperature stable environment for several minutes. It will clear by itself.

• If you know that you will be moving between areas where there will be a large change in

temperature or humidity, you can help prevent condensation forming on the camera by placing the camera in a large plastic zipper bag, so condensation will form on the bag, not the camera. Allow the temperature to stabilize before removing the camera from the bag.

1. Before Use

Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.

The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera

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was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to “Basic Owner’s Manual”.

• Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.

• Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the

text.

• The card is optional.

1. Before Use

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1 Wi-Fi® connection lamp (P255)

2 Status indicator (P36)

3 Camera ON/OFF switch (P36)

4 Focus distance reference mark (P110)

[Wi-Fi] button (P255)/[Fn1] button

(P317)

6 [ ](ISO sensitivity) button (P132)

[ ](Exposure Compensation) button

(P157)

8 [ ](White Balance) button (P135)

9 Front dial (P42)

10 Shutter button (P39)

Self-timer indicator (P118)/ AF Assist Lamp (P307)

12 Mode dial (P41)

13 Mode dial lock button (P41)

14 Flash (P180)

Stereo microphone (P207)

• Be careful not to cover the microphone

with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to record.

Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P347)

• Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach

of children to prevent swallowing.

Flash open button (P180)

• The flash opens, and recording with the

flash becomes possible.

Drive mode dial Single (P112): Burst (P113): Auto Bracket (P116): Self-timer (P118): Time Lapse/Animation (P120, 124):

Flash synchro socket (Flash synchro socket cap) (P348)

20 Shoulder strap eyelet (P26)

21 [MIC] socket (P350)

22 Headphone socket (P62, 208)

[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P326, 332,

335, 337)

24 [HDMI] socket (P325)

25 NFC antenna [ ] (P263)

26 Lens fitting mark (P23)

27 Sensor

28 Mount

29 Lens lock pin

30 Lens release button (P24)

Names and Functions of Components

∫ Camera body

1. Before Use

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34 35 37

38 40

4339 41

53 55 56 5754

31 Touch screen/monitor (P49)

32 [(] (Playback) button (P221)

33 [LVF] button (P48)/[Fn5] button (P317)

34 Eye sensor (P48)

35 Eye Cup (P412)

36 Viewfinder (P48)

37 Diopter adjustment dial (P38)

38 Motion picture button (P191)

[Q.MENU] button (P53)/[Fn2] button

(P317)

[ ] (Auto Focus Mode) button (P91)/ [Fn3] button (P317)

41 Rear dial (P42)

Spea ker (P62)

• Be careful not to cover the speaker with

your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.

[DISP.] button (P44)

• Each time this is pressed, the display

on the monitor is switched.

44 [AF/AE LOCK] button (P159)

45 Focus mode lever (P91, 107)

46 [REMOTE] socket (P353)

47 Cursor buttons (P43)

48 Control dial (P42)

49 [MENU/SET] button (P43, 54)

50 Card door (P33)

[ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P227)/ [Fn4] button (P317)

Tripod mount (P418)

• A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm

(0.22 inch) or more may damage this unit if attached.

Cover for the interface unit connector

• Keep the cover for the interface unit

connector out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Cover for the battery grip connector

(P352)

• Keep the cover for the battery grip

connector out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

DC coupler cover (P353)

• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that

the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used.

56 Battery door (P32)

57 Release lever (P32)

1. Before Use

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∫ Lens

H-HS12035 H-FS14140

1 Lens surface

2 Tel e

3 Focus ring (P107)

4 Zoom ring (P162)

5 Wide

6 [O.I.S.] switch (P51)

7 Contact point

8 Lens fitting mark (P23)

9 Lens mount rubber (P413)

1. Before Use

About the Lens

∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens

This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount).

∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens

Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional).

∫ Leica mount specification lens

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.

For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from

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the rated distance.

• When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [Shoot w/o Lens] (P314) 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/[Stabilizer] (P51)/Defocus control function (P74)/ [Shading Comp.] (P146)/[Power Zoom Lens] (P165)/Touch zoom (P167)/[Quick AF]

(P306)/[Eye Sensor AF] (P306)

For details on the lens used, refer to the website.

Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.

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• The focal length noted on the lens in use is equivalent to double when converted to the 35 mm

film camera. (It will be equivalent to 100 mm lens when a 50 mm lens is used.) Refer to the website for details about the 3D interchangeable lens.

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 (48 GB, 64 GB)

∫ About the motion picture recording and speed class

According to the [Rec Format] (P193) and [Rec Quality] (P193) of a motion picture, the required card differs. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.

SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding continuous writing.

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To check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card.

[Rec Format]

[AVCHD] All Class 4 or higher

[Rec Quality]

• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be

used only with their compatible devices.

• Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when

using the SDXC Memory Cards.

http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html

• This unit is compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3

standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

• Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.

Bit rate in

Speed class Label example

100 Mbps UHS Speed Class 3

[MP4]

28 Mbps or lower Class 4 or higher

100 Mbps or higher UHS Speed Class 3

[MP4 (LPCM)]/

[MOV]

¢ Bit rates vary depending on the item selected in [Rec Quality] in the [Motion Picture] menu.

For details, refer to P193.

50 Mbps

UHS Speed Class 1 or higher

Class 10

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

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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• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P411 when dirt or dust gets on

the lens.

Attaching the lens

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 and then rotate the lens in the direction

of the arrow until it clicks.

• Do not press the lens release button D 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.

• It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the

lens surface when carrying. (P347)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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.

A Lens release button

• 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.

Zoom operations

When using the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035/H-FS14140)

Rotate the zoom ring of the lens.

B Te l e C Wide

• If you operate the zoom after bringing the subject into focus, the

subject may go out of focus slightly. Operate the zoom first.

• You can enhance the telescopic effect by setting [Ex. Tele Conv.] (Photo), [Ex. Tele Conv.]

(Motion Picture), and [Digital Zoom]. (P163)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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Attaching the Lens Hood

When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.

To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035)

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.

To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lenses (H-FS14140)

Hold the lens hood by placing your fingers as shown in the figure.

Do not hold the lens hood in such a way that it will be

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bent.

1 Align the fitting mark B on the short side of

the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.

2 Turn the lens hood in the direction of the

arrow until it clicks, and align the stop mark C on the long side of the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.

When carrying, the lens hood can be temporarily attached in the reverse direction.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

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.

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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.

• 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.

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.

Connect the AC cable.

Attach the battery paying attention to the

direction of the battery until it clicks.

• The [CHARGE] indicator A lights up and charging begins.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

AFSAFS

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.)

When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes

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– 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. 220 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.)

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures

∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor)

(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)

When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 530 pictures

Recording time Approx. 265 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 530 pictures

Recording time Approx. 265 min

∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Viewfinder)

(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)

When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 500 pictures

Recording time Approx. 250 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used

Number of recordable pictures Approx. 500 pictures

Recording time Approx. 250 min

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].

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• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor/viewfinder is on.

• When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card.

• Using the supplied battery.

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.

(When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image Stabilizer function, set the Optical Image Stabilizer to [ ])

• Recording once every 30 seconds using full flash every second recording.

• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery

decreases.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]

∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor)

[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/60i]/[FHD/17M/50i])

When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used

Recordable time Approx. 220 min/240 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 110 min/120 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 220 min/230 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 110 min/115 min

[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/20M/30p]/[FHD/20M/25p])

When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used

Recordable time Approx. 250 min/260 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 125 min/130 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 240 min/260 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 120 min/130 min

[MP4 (LPCM)] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/50M/60p]/[FHD/50M/50p])

When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used

Recordable time Approx. 210 min/230 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 105 min/115 min

When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used

Recordable time Approx. 210 min/230 min

Actual recordable time Approx. 105 min/115 min

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