Panasonic DMC-GX8 Basic Manual

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Basic Owner’s Manual

Digital Camera/

Body

Model No. DMC-GX8

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied DVD.

(U.S. customers only)

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source.

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in this Owner’s Manual.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

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Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

For the U.S.A. and Canada only

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

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Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

• Use only the recommended accessories.

• Do not remove covers.

• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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∫ Product identification marking

DMC-GX8

Product Location

Digital Camera Bottom

Battery charger Bottom

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation

instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when

connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GX8 Responsible Party:Panasonic Corporation of North America

Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

Certification and Compliance

See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device.

1 Select 2 Select 3

Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

[Wi-Fi]

in the [Setup] menu.

[Wi-Fi Setup]

Press

3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET]

in the [Wi-Fi] menu.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

Contains IC : 772C-LBXN604

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∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

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• Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.

• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.

• Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

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recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with

doors and windows closed.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60xC (140oF) or incinerate.

∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

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Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

Battery charger

This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But

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In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.

• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to

suit the AC outlet configuration.

Cautions for Use

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Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).

• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.

Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work. “High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D– Type A plug, up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long)

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

• Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional).

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Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be

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disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting

the pictures and/or sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields

created by speakers or large motors.

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Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

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If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.

• Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC8:

optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet.

• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.

• Do not press the lens with excessive force.

• Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.

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Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean

the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.

• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may

cause it to malfunction.

• Always use the supplied cords and cables.

• Do not extend the cords or the cables.

• During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit

off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.

• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or

breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.

• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure

proper operation.

• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

• The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too high or too

low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.

• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also

becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug or

near the batteries.

• Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended

temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]

• Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing the battery for a

long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove the battery from the camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety................. 2

• Cautions for Use..............................5

Preparation/Basic

Care of the camera............................... 9

Standard Accessories ....................... 10

Names and Functions of

Components ....................................... 11

Preparation .........................................14

• Attaching the Shoulder Strap......... 14

• Charging the Battery ..................... 14

• Inserting/Removing the Battery ..... 15

• Inserting/Removing the Card

(Optional) ...................................... 15

• Formatting the card

(initialization) .................................16

• Attaching/Removing the Lens ....... 17

• Opening the Monitor...................... 17

• Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)....... 18

Basic Operations................................19

• Using the Viewfinder .....................19

• Shutter button (Taking pictures) .... 20

• Motion picture button

(Recording motion pictures).......... 20

• Mode dial

(Selecting a Recording Mode)....... 21

• Cursor buttons/

[MENU/SET] button....................... 21

• Front Dial/Rear Dial....................... 22

• [LVF] button (Switching the

Monitor/Viewfinder) ....................... 23

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Touch screen (Touch operations)

Setting menu items ............................ 24

Calling frequently-used menus

instantly (Quick Menu)....................... 25

Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons)

..........................23

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Recording

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function

(Intelligent Auto Mode).......................26

• Recording night scenes

([iHandheld Night Shot]) ................26

• Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation

([iHDR])..........................................27

• Taking a picture with a blurred

background (Defocus Control).......27

• Recording images by changing the brightness (Exposure) or

color tone.......................................27

Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/ shutter speed

(Creative Video Mode)........................28

Setting the Picture Quality and

Size ......................................................29

• Setting the aspect ratio of

pictures..........................................29

• Setting the number of pixels..........29

• Setting the compression rate of

pictures ([Quality]) .........................30

Adjusting Focus Manually.................31

Select a Drive Mode............................ 32

Recording 4K Photos .........................33

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Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving

Image Stabilizer .................................. 35

Recording Motion Picture..................37

• Recording motion pictures in 4K....39

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Playback

Others

Playing Back Pictures ........................40

Playing Back Motion Pictures ...........40

Deleting Pictures ................................41

Using the [Playback] Menu ................42

• [RAW Processing]..........................42

Wi-Fi/NFC

What you can do with the Wi-FiR

function ...............................................44

Controlling with a Smartphone/

Tablet ...................................................45

• Installing the smartphone/tablet

app “Image App” ...........................45

Connecting to a smartphone/

tablet ....................................................46

• Taking images via a smartphone/

tablet (remote recording) ...............48

• Playing back images

in the camera.................................48

• Saving images stored

in the camera.................................49

• Sending images in the camera

to an SNS ......................................49

• Adding location information to images stored in the camera

from a smartphone/tablet...............50

• Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your preference

on a smartphone/tablet..................51

About the supplied software............. 52

Monitor Display/ Viewfinder Display

Menu list ............................................. 57

Troubleshooting................................. 59

Specifications..................................... 66

Digital Camera Accessory System ... 71 Reading the Owner’s Manual

(PDF format) ....................................... 72

Digital Camera Accessory Order

Form (For USA Customers) .............. 73

Limited Warranty

(ONLY FOR U.S.A.)............................. 74

Limited Warranty

(ONLY FOR CANADA)........................ 77

............................... 53

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Care of the 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

that were specifically designed to support this feature.

– Make sure that all doors 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.

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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.

If sand, dust, or liquids such as water droplets adhere to the monitor, wipe them off with a dry soft cloth.

– Not doing so may cause the monitor to respond incorrectly to touch operations. – If the monitor is closed when such liquids are present, malfunction may result.

∫ 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.

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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Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of July 2015. These may be subject to change.

Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in this owner’s manual.)

1 Body Cap

Battery Pack

(Indicated as Charge the battery before use.

Battery Charger

(Indicated as

4 USB Connection Cable

DVD

• Software:

Use it to install the software to your PC.

• Owner’s Manual for advanced features

6 Shoulder Strap

Hot shoe cover

A:Black B: Silver

8 Eyecup

battery pack

battery charger

battery

charger

in the text)

VKF4971

DMW-BLC12PP

DE-A79B

K1HY08YY0031

SFM0082

VFC5167

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SYQ0511

SYQ0503

¢ This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.

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

text.

• The card is optional.

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Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140: optional).

(For U.S.A. only)

• If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further

information about obtaining replacement parts.

(For Canada only)

• If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at

www.panasonic.ca/english/support

for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

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Names and Functions of Components

22 2125 24

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319

2023

1211 13

7 8

Status indicator (P18)/ Wi-Fi

connection lamp

• The lamp lights green when the camera is

turned on, and lights blue when it is connected to Wi-Fi.

Camera ON/OFF switch (P18)

[Fn] button (Fn1) (P25)

Motion picture button (P37)

Function button (Fn13) (P25)

Rear dial (P22)

Shutter button (P20)

Front dial (P22)

Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp

Function button (Fn7) (P25)

Exposure compensation dial (P27)

Mode dial (P21)

• Rotate the mode dial to switch the Recording

Mode.

Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P13)

• Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

Stereo microphone

• Be careful not to cover the microphone with

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

Focus distance reference mark

[REMOTE/MIC] socket

• An external microphone (optional) can

record higher quality audio than the built-in microphone.

[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

[HDMI] socket

Shoulder strap eyelet (P14)

Speaker

• Be careful not to cover the speaker with your

finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.

Lens release button (P17)

Lens lock pin

Mount

Sensor

Lens fitting mark (P17)

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Touch screen (P23)/monitor (P53)

Viewfinder (P23)

Eyecup

• Keep the Eyecup out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

Eye sensor (P23)

[Q.MENU] button (P25)/ Function button (Fn2) (P25)

[(] (Playback) button (P40)

[DISP.] button

• Each time this is pressed, the display on the

monitor is switched.

Diopter adjustment dial (P19)

[LVF] button (P23)/ Function button (Fn6) (P25)

[Fn] button (Fn5) (P25)

Focus mode lever (P31)

[AF/AE LOCK] button

Cursor buttons (P21)

3/[ ] (ISO sensitivity) 1/[ ] (White Balance) 2/[ ] (Auto Focus Mode) 4/[ ] (Drive mode) (P32)

– Single (P32)/Burst/4K Photo (P33)/

Auto bracket/Self-timer

[MENU/SET] button (P24)

NFC antenna [ ] (P47, 49)

[Fn] button (Fn4) (P25)

[ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P41)/ Function button (Fn3) (P25)

DC coupler cover

• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the

Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional) are used.

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC

adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional).

• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC

cable supplied with the AC adaptor.

Release lever (P15)

Card/Battery door (P15)

Tripod mount

• 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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41 42

34 35

∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover

The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe.

Remove the hot shoe cover by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow 2 while pressing it in the direction indicated by arrow 1.

When the hot shoe is not in use, make sure to attach the hot

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shoe cover.

• Please be careful not to lose the hot shoe cover.

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Preparation

• Check that the camera is turned off.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.

• Perform steps 1 to 8 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.

Charging the Battery

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12PP.

1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery. 2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet.

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

∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator

On: Charging.

Off: Charging has 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.

(Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.)

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∫ Charging time

Charging time Approx. 140 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.

Inserting/Removing the Battery

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12PP).

• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

• Being careful about the 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.

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

• 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.

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∫ About cards that can be used with this unit

SD Memory Card (512 MB to 2 GB)

SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)

SDXC Memory Card (48 GB to 128 GB)

• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be

used only with their compatible devices.

• Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when

using the SDXC Memory Cards.

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

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

standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

• Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with

Panasonic’s cards.

∫ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings

According to the [Rec Format] (P38) and [Rec Quality] (P38) of a motion picture, the required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class rating that supports 4K photo recording. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.

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

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

[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example

[AVCHD] All

[MP4] FHD/HD/VGA

[MP4] 4K UHS Speed Class 3

Class 4 or higher

When recording 4K photos UHS Speed Class 3

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

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

(This Site is English only.)

• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Formatting the card (initialization)

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. (P24)

> [Setup] > [Format]

Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.

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Attaching/Removing the Lens

• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.

• Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens.

∫ Detaching the lens

1 Attach the lens cap. 2 While pressing on the lens release button B, rotate

the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.

Opening the Monitor

At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below.

1 Open the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its original position.

Only rotate the monitor after opening it wide enough, and be careful not to use

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excessive force as it may be damaged.

• When not using the monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inward to

prevent dirt and scratches.

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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

1 Turn the camera on.

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When the camera is turned on, the status indicator 1 lights up green.

2 Press [MENU/SET].

3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/

SET].

4 Press [MENU/SET]. 5 Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour,

minute), and press 3/4 to set.

6 Press [MENU/SET] to set. 7 When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET]. 8 When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET].

9 Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then press

[MENU/SET].

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Basic Operations

Using the Viewfinder

Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder

You can record images from a variety of angles by adjusting the angle of the viewfinder.

Taking pictures at a low angle

Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the viewfinder.

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• When adjusting the angle of the viewfinder, be careful not to apply too much force, as

this may cause malfunction.

• Return the viewfinder to its original position completely when the camera is not in use.

• When the viewfinder surface becomes dirty, remove the Eyecup, blow away the dust with a

blower (commercially available), and wipe the surface lightly with a dry, soft cloth.

• Use of an external flash (optional) will limit the maximum angle to which the viewfinder can be

adjusted.

Diopter adjustment

Adjust the diopter to suit your vision so that you can see the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly.

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Shutter button (Taking pictures)

The shutter button works in two steps. To take a picture, press it.

Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication

• Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed.

(It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.)

• Once the subject is in focus, the focus indication is displayed.

(When the subject is not in focus, the indication flashes.)

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

• When the image is correctly focused, the picture will be taken, since the [Focus/Release

Priority] is set initially to [FOCUS].

• The focus range is different depending on the lens used.

• Even during menu operation or image playback, if you press the shutter button halfway, you

can instantly set the camera ready for recording.

Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures)

Press the motion picture button to start and stop recording a motion picture.

Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.

• Release the motion picture button right after you press it.

Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.

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Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode)

Select the mode by rotating the mode dial.

• Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode.

Intelligent Auto Mode (P26)

The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P26)

Allows you to adjust the brightness (Exposure) and color hue when in Intelligent Auto Mode.

Program AE Mode

Records at the aperture value and shutter speed set by the camera.

Aperture-Priority AE Mode

The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

Shutter-Priority AE Mode

The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.

Manual Exposure Mode

The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.

Creative Video Mode (P28)

Records motion pictures with a manually set aperture value and shutter speed. ¢ You cannot take still pictures.

Custom Mode

Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.

Panorama Shot Mode

This mode allows you to take panorama pictures.

Creative Control Mode

Record while checking the image effect.

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Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button

Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed.

This owner's manual express the up, down, left, and right of the

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cursor button as 3/4/2/1.

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Front Dial/Rear Dial

Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings.

This owner's manual describes operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows:

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e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left or right

Allows you to set the aperture, shutter speed, and other settings when in /// modes.

Mode dial Front dial Rear Dial

Program Shift Program Shift

Aperture value Aperture value

Shutter speed Shutter speed

Aperture value Shutter speed

In [Dial Set.] in the [Custom] menu, you can change the operation methods of the rear dial and

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front dial.

Temporarily changing the items assigned to the front/rear dials ([Dial Operation

Switch])

You can temporarily change the items assigned to the front/rear dials using the function button to which [Dial Operation Switch] is assigned. [Dial Operation Switch] is assigned to [Fn13] at the time of purchase. (P25)

You can set the items to be assigned temporarily to the front/rear dials in [Dial Operation Switch

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Setup] in [Dial Set.] in the [Custom] menu.

e.g.: When rotating the rear dial to the left or right

1 Press [Fn13] A.

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A guide will be displayed showing the items temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials.

2 Rotate the front/rear dials while the guide is

displayed.

The settings of the items assigned to the dials will change.

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3 Press [MENU/SET] and set.

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You can also complete this step by performing either of the operations below:

– Press the shutter button halfway – Press [Fn13]

• Items that are temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials can be used only while the guide

1) or setting screen (step 2) is displayed.

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[LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder)

Press [LVF] to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder.

A [LVF] button B Eye sensor

Press [LVF].

• The monitor/viewfinder will switch as follows:

Automatic viewfinder/

monitor switching

Viewfinder display

Monitor display

¢ If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], the camera automatically adjusts the

focus as the eye sensor is activated.

∫ Notes on automatic viewfinder/monitor switching

Automatic viewfinder/monitor switching enables the eye sensor to switch the display to the viewfinder automatically when you bring your eye or an object near it.

Touch screen (Touch operations)

Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger.

∫ Tou ch

To touch and release the touch screen.

When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure

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to touch the center of the desired icon.

Fn8

Fn9

Fn10

Fn11

SNAP

Fn12

∫ Drag

A movement without releasing the touch screen. This can also be used to move to the next image during playback, etc.

∫ Pinch (enlarge/reduce)

Pinch the touch screen apart (enlarge) or together (reduce) with two fingers.

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Setting menu items

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select

the menu item and press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select

the setting and press [MENU/SET].

• Depending on the menu item, its setting may not

appear or it may be displayed in a different way.

∫ Switching to other menus

e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu.

1 Press 2. 2 Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as

[].

You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating

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the front dial.

3 Press [MENU/SET].

∫ Close the menu

Press [ ] or press the shutter button halfway.

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