Panasonic DMC-LX100 Basic Manual

Basic Owner’s Manual

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-LX100

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 disc. Install it on your PC to read it.

If you have any questions, visit: USA : www.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support

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Dear Customer,

Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No. Dealer Purchased From Model No. Dealer Address Serial No.

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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

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

•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

Product Location

Digital camera Bottom Battery charger Bottom

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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:

• 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-LX100

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America 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.

Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

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DMC-LX100

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 [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu 2 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] 3 Press

[MENU/SET]

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.

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).

to select [Approved Regulations], and press

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About the battery pack

CAUTION

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

• Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

• 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 (+ and −) 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 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 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate.

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About the battery charger

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

• 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 110V and 240V. But

•In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120V 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.

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Cautions for Use

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

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

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 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.

• 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.

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

-If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries

outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Information for Your Safety .........3

Preparations

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Before use ...................................10

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Standard accessories ................11

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Names and Functions of

Main Parts ...................................13

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Preparations ................................16

Attaching the lens cap and

shoulder strap .......................................16

Charging the battery .............................17

Inserting and removing the battery/

the card (optional) ................................19

Formatting the card (initialization) ........20

Recording capacity guidelines

(pictures/recording time) .......................20

Setting the clock ................................... 22

Basics

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Setting the menu ........................23

Calling frequently-used menus

instantly (Quick Menu) ..........................24

Assigning frequently used functions to

the buttons (Function buttons) ..............24

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Changing settings using the

control ring ..................................25

Changing the settings assigned to the

control ring ............................................26

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Holding the camera ....................27

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Recording pictures using the

viewfinder ....................................27

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Taking pictures ...........................28

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Taking pictures with automatic settings

[Intelligent Auto] Mode ...............29

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Taking pictures after setting the aperture value and

shutter speed ..............................31

Taking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter

speed ([Program AE] Mode) .................32

Taking pictures by setting the aperture

value ([Aperture-Priority] Mode) ...........33

Taking pictures by setting the shutter

speed ([Shutter-Priority] Mode) ............33

Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed

([Manual Exposure] Mode) ................... 34

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Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed

([Preview] Mode) ..................................35

Registering a combination of settings to be used during recording

(Custom Set) ........................................36

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Switching the display information on the recording

screen ..........................................37

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Viewing your pictures ................38

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Deleting pictures ........................38

Motion picture

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Recording motion pictures ........39

Setting the format, picture size and

recording frame rate ............................. 40

Viewing motion pictures........................41

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Recording 4K motion pictures

Creating a high-resolution still picture from a 4K motion picture

[4K PHOTO] .........................................42

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Advanced Recording Functions

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Taking pictures using picture

effects (Filter) .............................44

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Adjusting the White Balance .....44

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Setting the picture quality and

size ...............................................45

Changing the aspect ratio of the still

pictures .................................................45

Setting the picture size ......................... 45

Setting the compression rate of

pictures ([Quality]) ................................46

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Taking pictures with

Auto Focus ..................................47

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Taking close-up pictures

(Macro recording) .......................48

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Taking pictures with

Manual Focus ..............................48

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Taking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure

[AF/AE Lock] ...............................49

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Taking pictures with Exposure

Compensation .............................50

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Setting the ISO Sensitivity .........50

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Setting the metering mode ........51

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Setting the Shutter Type ............51

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Selecting a Drive Mode ..............52

Burst function .......................................53

Recording while exposure is changed

automatically [Auto Bracket] .................54

Automatically changing the aspect ratio while taking pictures

[Aspect Bracket] ...................................54

Taking pictures with self-timer ..............55

Recording panorama pictures ..............55

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Using Zoom .................................57

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Taking pictures using the flash

(supplied) ....................................59

Attaching the flash ................................59

Changing Flash Mode ..........................60

Wi-Fi

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Wi-Fi® Function and

NFC Function ..............................61

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Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone

Installing the smartphone/tablet app

“Panasonic Image App” ........................62

Connecting to a smartphone ................63

Taking pictures via a smartphone

(remote recording) ................................65

Playing back pictures in the camera

on a smartphone ..................................66

Saving pictures in the camera to the

smartphone ..........................................66

Sending pictures in the camera to

social networking services ....................67

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When sending images to

WEB service ................................68

Quickly sending pictures in the

camera to WEB services ..................... 68

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Sending pictures to a PC with

the Wi-Fi function .......................69

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About the symbols in the text

Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button. Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button.

Configurations that can be performed in the [Custom] menu. Tips for skillful use and points for recording. Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.

In this Owner’s Manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows:

→ [Rec] → [Quality] → [ ]

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Others

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Viewing on TV screen ................72

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Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures

on your PC ..................................73

About supplied software ....................... 73

Installing supplied software ..................74

Copying still pictures and motion

pictures .................................................75

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List of monitor/viewfinder

displays .......................................76

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Message displays .......................79

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Menu list ......................................81

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Q&A Troubleshooting ................88

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Specifications .............................91

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Digital Camera Accessory

System .........................................94

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Reading the Owner’s Manual

(PDF format) ................................95

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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) .................96

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Limited Warranty

(ONLY FOR U.S.A.) .....................97

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Limited Warranty

(ONLY FOR CANADA) ..............101

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Preparations

Before use

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Camera handling

Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.

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The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.

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Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera. Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile

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substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).

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Condensation (When the lens, the monitor or the viewfinder is fogged up)

Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden changes

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of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the lens, the monitor or the viewfinder dirty, cause mold, or damage the camera. If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two hours

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before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature, the fogging will clear naturally.

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Caring for your camera

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

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DCC11: optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Do not press the monitor with excessive force.

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Do not press the lens with excessive force.

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Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long

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period of time. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents,

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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

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the sun may cause it to malfunction. Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.

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While the camera is accessing the card (for an operation such as picture

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writing, reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional) or DC coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional). The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic

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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

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camera only to ensure proper operation.

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Preparations

Standard accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of September 2014. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

DMW-BLG10PP

• Charge the battery before use.

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

Battery charger

DE-A99B

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

Shoulder strap

VFC5137

USB connection cable

K1HY08YY0031

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Already attached to the camera at the time of purchase.

DVD

SFM0038

• Software: Use it to install the software on your PC.

• Owner’s Manual for advanced features

Hot shoe cover

VKF5259 (Black model) SKF0043S (Silver model)

Flash

VEK0V37Z1-A (Black model) VEK0V37Z1-B (Silver model)

Soft case

VFC5140 Keep the flash in the soft case when not in use.

Lens cap

SXQ0155 (Black model) SXQ0156 (Silver model)

Lens cap string

VFC4366

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Preparations

• Cards are optional.

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

• For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”.

(For U.S.A. only)

• If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.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.

• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.

• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.

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Names and Functions of Main Parts

2543

Self-timer indicator (→55) /

AF Assist Lamp Control ring (→25)

Aspect ratio selector switch (→45)

Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (→59)

• The hot shoe cover is already attached to the hot shoe at the time of purchase.

• Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Aperture ring (→31)

Focus selector switch (→47, 48)

Lens front ring

To attach the auto lens cap (optional) (→94), remove the lens front ring.

Lens barrel

Lens (Filter diameter Φ43 mm)

Preparations

(Top)

10 11 12 1413

1617 15

Stereo microphone

Be careful not to cover the microphone with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to record.

Shutter speed dial (→31)

Shutter button

Zoom lever (→57)

[FILTER] button (→44)

Exposure compensation dial (→50)

[iA] button (→29)

Camera [ON/OFF] switch

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Preparations

(Bottom)

18 20 2119 22

2523 26

Speaker

Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.

Tripod mount

Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer screw. Doing so may damage this unit. It may not be possible to attach certain types of tripods properly.

DC coupler cover

• Open this cover to use an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) in place of the battery.

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional).

• When using an AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional), ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional) and AC adaptor are used.

Release lever (→19)

Card/Battery door (→19)

Viewfinder (LVF) (→27)

In this manual, “viewfinder” is used to indicate the LVF.

Eye Sensor (→27)

Diopter adjustment dial (→27)

[LVF] button (→27) /

[Fn3] button (→24) Strap eyelet (→16)

Monitor

[HDMI] socket (→72)

[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (→72, 75)

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[MENU/SET] button / Cursor button / Control dial

In this manual, the button that is to be used is indicated by .

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35343331 32

37384139 40

[MENU/SET] button (→23) Cursor button

[ISO] button ( [WB] (White Balance) button (

] (Drive Mode) button ( ) (→52)

[

Single, Burst, Auto Bracket, Aspect Bracket, Self-timer, Panorama

] (AF Mode) button ( ) (→47)

[

Control dial (→23)

Strap eyelet (→16)

Wi-Fi® antenna

Wi-Fi connection lamp (→61)

[Wi-Fi] button (→61) /

[Fn2] button (→24) Motion picture button (→39)

[AF/AE LOCK] button (→49)

NFC antenna (→64)

[Q.MENU] button (→24)

Playback button

[Fn1] button (→24) /

39 40

] (Delete/Cancel) button (→38)

[ [DISP.] button (→37)

Each time this is pressed, the display on the screen is switched.

) (→50)

) (→44)

Disabling the button and dial operation (while recording)

When the [Cursor Button Lock] is assigned to the function button, operation of the [MENU/SET] button, cursor button, and control dial is disabled. For details, refer to “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”.

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Preparations

Attaching the lens cap and shoulder strap

Cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it when you are not taking pictures. We recommend attaching the lens cap to the camera using the lens cap string to prevent loss of the lens cap. We also recommend attaching the shoulder strap to prevent the camera from being dropped.

Use the lens cap string (supplied) to attach the lens cap to

the camera

Make sure that the thicker portion of the string is not hanging over the lens cap or the shoulder strap eyelet.

Attach the lens cap

• To attach and remove the lens cap, press the areas shown by arrows in the illustration.

Attach the shoulder strap

Shoulder strap eyelet

• Attach the other end of the shoulder strap.

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Preparations

Charging the battery

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLG10PP. The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

Attach the battery paying attention to the

direction of the battery

Connect the charger to the electrical outlet

Charging light ([CHARGE])

On: Charging in progress Off: Charging complete

If light is flashing:

• Battery temperature is too high or too low. We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).

• Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean with a dry cloth.

• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.

Detach the battery after charging is completed

Charging time Approx. 190 min

• The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are either high or low and when the battery has not been used for a long period of time.

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Preparations

Remaining battery (only when using battery)

(flashes red)

If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace a fully charged battery.

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Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time Recording still pictures (When using monitor)

Number of recordable pictures

Recording time Approx. 175 min (Approx. 150 min)

• The values when the flash (supplied) is used are provided in parentheses.

Recording motion pictures (When using monitor)

[Rec Format] [AVCHD] [MP4] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FHD/17M/60i] [FHD/20M/30p] [4K/100M/30p] Available

recording time Actual available

recording time

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The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and

off, starting and stopping recording and using zoom.

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

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or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter. The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The

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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

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the power plug or near the batteries.

Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature.

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(Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH) Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing

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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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Approx. 350 pictures (Approx. 300 pictures)

Approx. 125 min Approx. 135 min Approx. 90 min

Approx. 60 min Approx. 65 min Approx. 45 min

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Inserting and removing the battery/the card (optional)

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLG10PP).

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

Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and

open the card/battery door (Battery)

Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery.

(Card) Insert the card all the way firmly until it clicks.

Close the card/battery door and slide the release

lever to the [LOCK] position

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To remove

• To remove battery:

Move lever in direction of arrow.

Lever

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About the Card

The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) can be used.

Type of Card Capacity

SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB, 64 GB

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

• To remove card: Press the center of the card.

Release lever

Lever

Do not touch the terminal

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About the motion picture recording and speed class

According to the [Rec Format] (→40) and [Rec Quality] (→40) 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. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related materials.

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

[AVCHD] All

[MP4] FHD/HD/VGA [MP4] 4K UHS Speed Class 3

• Latest information: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.)

Class 4 or higher

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.

Set the menu (→23)

→ [Setup] → [Format]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)

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Recording picture capacity (still pictures) When aspect ratio is set to [4:3] and [Quality] is set to [

[Picture Size] 16 GB 64 GB

L (12.5M) 2200 8820

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Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.)

• The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded.

When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD]

[Rec Quality] 16 GB 64 GB

[FHD/28M/60p] 1h15m00s 5h00m00s

[FHD/17M/60i] 2h00m00s 8h15m00s

When [Rec Format] is [MP4]

[Rec Quality] 16 GB 64 GB

[4K/100M/30p] 20m00s 1h20m00s [FHD/28M/60p] 1h15m00s 5h00m00s

If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded

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continuously, [ through to protect the camera. [AVCHD] motion pictures:

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Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds. Motion pictures with their file size set to [FHD], [HD] or [VGA] in [MP4]:

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Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds or the file size exceeds 4 GB.

• Since the file size becomes larger with [FHD], recording with [FHD] will stop before 29 minutes 59 seconds.

Motion pictures with their file size set to [4K] in [MP4]:

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Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 15 minutes. (You can continue recording without interruption even if the file exceeds 4 GB, but the motion picture file will be recorded and played back in separate files.)

The maximum available continuous recording time is displayed on the

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screen.

] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway

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Preparations

Setting the clock

The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

Turn the camera on

Press [MENU/SET]

Press to select the items (year, month, day,

hour, minute), and press

• To cancel → Press [

To set the display order or time display format

• Select [Style] and press [MENU/SET] to display the setting screen for display order and time display format.

Press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. Press [MENU/SET].

When [Please set the home area] is displayed,

press [MENU/SET] Press to set your home area and press

[MENU/SET]

to set

] button.

: Home time

: Destination time

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BasicsBasics

Setting the menu

Example: To change the [Quality] setting from [ ] to [ ] in the [Rec] menu

Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu

[Rec] (→81)

[Motion Picture] (→83)

[Custom] (→83)

[Setup] (→86)

[Playback] (→87)

Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]

• Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

Press to select the setting and press

[MENU/SET]

• Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

Press the [ ] button repeatedly until the recording or

playback screen reappears

• During recording, the menu screen can also be exited by pressing the shutter button halfway.

You can perform settings for picture size and the flash.

You can select the recording format and picture quality and other settings.

Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings.

You can perform settings that make usage more convenient, such as the changing the clock settings and beep volume. You can also perform Wi-Fi function-related settings.

You can specify picture protection, cropping, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken.

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Selected setting

Settings

Basics

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Switching menu type Example: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu

Press

Press to select a menu switch icon [ ]

• Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

Press [MENU/SET]

• Select the menu item and perform the setting.

The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode.

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The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.

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Calling frequently-used menus instantly

You can easily call some of the menu items and set them.

• The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode and settings during recording.

Press [Q.MENU] button to display the Quick menu

Turn the control dial to select the menu item, and

3 4

press

• The menu item can also be selected by pressing .

Turn the control dial to select the setting

• The setting can also be selected with

Press [Q.MENU] button to close the Quick menu

(Quick Menu)

Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons

(Function buttons)

You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons.

Set the menu

→ [Custom] → [Fn Button Set]

Press to select the function button you want to assign a function

to and press [MENU/SET] Press to select the function you want to assign and press

[MENU/SET]

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Changing settings using the control ring

You can use the control ring to change the settings of the unit. Items that can be set by the control ring vary depending

on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings.

Recording mode Setting

[Intelligent Auto] Mode Step Zoom (→58) [Program AE] Mode Step Zoom (→58) [Aperture-Priority] Mode Step Zoom (→58)

[Shutter-Priority] Mode [Manual Exposure] Mode

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You can use the control ring to change the following settings values, which

cannot be set using the shutter speed dial.

• Higher speed than 1/4000 seconds (electronic shutter (→51))

• Slower speed than 1 second (mechanical shutter (→51))

• Setting in 1/3 EV steps

The control ring is assigned to selecting the picture effect (Filter) when you

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are recording a panorama picture. (→56) When Manual Focus is set, focus adjustment is assigned to the control ring.

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(→48)

Shutter speed adjustment∗ (→33, 34)

Shutter speed adjustment∗ (→34)

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Changing the settings assigned to the control ring

Changes the settings assigned to the control ring.

Set the menu

→ [Custom] → [Control Ring]

Use to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]

• [DEFLT] [Normal]

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[Step Zoom] (→58)

[White Balance] (→44)

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• [OFF] [Not Set]

To return to the default setting, select [Normal].

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If you do not use the control ring, select [OFF] ([Not Set]).

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The assigned function setting applies to all the Recording Modes.

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The function assigned to the control ring may not work in some combinations of Recording Mode or settings used for recording (panorama picture recording, Filter setting, etc.). When Manual Focus is set, the control ring is fixed to the function for adjusting

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the focus. Y ou cannot use the settings assigned using the [Control Ring]. (→48)

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[Zoom] (→57)

[Sensitivity] (→50)

• [Filter Select] (→44)

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Holding the camera

Basics

• To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart.

• Do not touch the lens.

• Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures.

• Do not block the AF Assist Lamp, or the flash when you take a picture using it. Do not look at it from close range.

• Make sure that the camera does not move at the moment the shutter button is pressed. We recommend using the supplied shoulder strap to avoid dropping the

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camera.

AF Assist Lamp

Microphone

Shoulder strap

Recording pictures using the viewfinder

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Switching between the monitor and viewfinder

Press [LVF] button

• The display is switched as shown below.

Diopter adjustment dial

Automatic switching

between viewfinder

and monitor

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For automatic switching between the viewfinder and monitor, the eye

sensor automatically switches the display to viewfinder when your eye or an object moves close to the viewfinder.

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About diopter adjustment

Turn the diopter adjustment dial to adjust until you are able to clearly see the characters displayed in the viewfinder.

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Viewfinder display Monitor display

[LVF] button Eye Sensor

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Basics

Taking pictures

• Press the [ ] button ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ] ([Single]).

Select the recording mode

• Each time you press the [iA] button, the recording mode will switch between

Adjust focus according to subject

• The aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (If the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red and flashing, you do not have the appropriate exposure, unless you are using the flash.)

AF area

( When focus is aligned:

green)

Take a picture

and / / / .

[Intelligent Auto] Mode (→29)

Take pictures with automatic settings.

[Program AE] Mode (→32)

Record pictures with the aperture value and shutter speed settings automatically adjusted.

[Aperture-Priority] Mode (→33)

Determine aperture, then record pictures.

[Shutter-Priority] Mode (→33)

Determine shutter speed, then record pictures.

[Manual Exposure] Mode (→34)

Determine the aperture value and shutter speed respectively, and then record pictures.

Focus display

( When focus is aligned:

illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing)

Aperture value Shutter speed

Press halfway

Press fully

The focus display flashes and beep sounds when focus

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is not aligned. Use the focus range displayed in red as a reference.

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Focus range

Basics

Taking pictures with automatic settings

[Intelligent Auto] Mode

Recording mode:

This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment.

The camera optimizes the settings and the following functions are activated automatically.

• Automatic Scene Detection / Backlight Compensation / [Face/Eye Detection] / Auto White Balance / Intelligent ISO sensitivity control / [Red-Eye Removal] / [i.Zoom] / [i.Resolution] / [Stabilizer] / [i.Dynamic] / [Long Shtr NR] / [Quick AF] / [AF Assist Lamp]

Press [iA] button

The camera switches to [Intelligent Auto] Mode.

• When you press the [iA] button again, the recording mode is switched to one that is set using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial.

Point the camera at the subject

• When the camera identifies the optimal scene, the icon for each scene turns blue for 2 seconds and then changes to the normal red indication.

• When you press halfway, AF Tracking is activated. (→47)

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Automatic Scene Detection When taking pictures

[i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night

Scenery] [i-Sunset]

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When the flash (supplied/optional) is used.

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When [iHandheld Night Shot] is [ON]. (→30)

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When children (that are registered in the camera with Face Recognition)

under 3 years old are recognized.

When recording motion pictures

[i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] When scene does not correspond to any of the above

and press the shutter button

[i-Night

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Portrait]

[i-Handheld Night Shot]

When scene does not correspond to any of the above

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[i-Food]

[i-Low Light]

[i-Baby]

[i-Macro]

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Flash

When the [ON/OFF] switch for the flash (supplied/optional) is set to [OFF], the flash is set to [ [ON], the flash is set to [ When the flash is turned on, the camera automatically sets [ (Auto/Red-Eye Reduction), [ brightness.

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Available menus

You can set only the following menus.

Menu Item

[Rec]

[Motion Picture]

[Custom] [Silent Mode] / [Guide Line] / [Remaining Disp.] [Setup] All menu items can be set.

] (Forced Flash Off). When the [ON/OFF] switch is set to

] (AUTO).

], or [ ] based on the type of subject and

[Picture Size] / [Quality] / [AFS/AFF/AFC] / [Burst Rate] / [Self Timer] / [iHandheld Night Shot] / [iHDR] / [Time Lapse Shot] / [Stop Motion Animation] / [Face Recog.]

[Rec Format] / [Rec Quality] / [AFS/AFF/AFC]

], [ ]

Taking pictures using a handheld camera ([iHandheld Night Shot])

If a night scene is detected automatically while the unit is being handheld, [iHandheld Night Shot] can record a still picture with less jitter and less noise without using a tripod by combining a burst of pictures.

→ [Rec] → [iHandheld Night Shot] → [ON] / [OFF]

The flash is fixed to the [ ] (Forced Flash Off) setting.

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Combining pictures into a single still picture with rich gradation ([iHDR])

When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. [iHDR] is activated when required. When activated, [ the screen.

→ [Rec] → [iHDR] → [ON] / [OFF]

] will be displayed on

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Panasonic DMC-LX100 Basic Manual

Information for Your Safety

Contents

Preparations

Basics

Motion picture

Advanced Recording Functions

Wi-Fi

Others

Before use

Standard accessories

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Preparations

Setting the menu

Changing settings using the control ring

Holding the camera

Recording pictures using the viewfinder

Taking pictures