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    before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed operating instructions are available in "Owner's Manual" (PDF format). To read it, download it from the website. (3) Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions
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    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 Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No. Please note that the
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    , or scan the QR code. • Click the desired language. https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=DC-G100&dest=P The URL and QR code above can also be confirmed on the monitor of the camera. [ ] Select [Online Manual] Settings: [URL display]/[QR Code display] • You will need Adobe Reader to
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    About Operating Instructions Symbols Used in This Document Black icons show conditions in which these can be used, and gray icons show conditions in which these cannot be
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    an illustration to explain the functions. • Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032). Information for Your • Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The socket outlet shall be installed near the
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    to operate this device. • To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com
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    Information for Your Safety THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. How to Display Certification and Compliance Information Certification and compliance information for this camera can be viewed on the menu screen. [ ] Select [Approved Regulations] Contains FCC ID: VPYLB1JS955 This transmitter must
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    any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely
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    Information for Your Safety ˙ 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
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    Information for Your Safety ˙ About the AC adaptor (supplied) 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. AC adaptor This AC adaptor
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    Information for Your Safety Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Do not use any other tripod grips except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic tripod grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional). • Use a "High Speed HDMI micro cable" with the HDMI logo. Cables
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    Information for Your Safety • To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional) or a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do
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    Information for Your Safety • 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
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    Contents More detailed explanations 3 About Operating Instructions 4 Information for Your Safety 5 1. Introduction Selecting the Focus Mode 53 Using AF 54 Selecting the AF Mode 55 Record Using Manual Focus 56 Recording with Zoom 58 6. Drive/Image Stabilizer 59 Selecting the Drive Mode
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    and Editing of Images 78 Playing Back Pictures 78 Playing Back Videos 79 Deleting Images 80 11. Camera Customization 81 Fn Buttons 81 12. Menu Guide 84 List of Menu 84 13. Connecting to Other Devices 88 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 88 Importing Images to a PC 89 14. Materials 91 Digital
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    the camera/lens to the latest version. • For the latest information on the firmware or to download/ update the firmware, visit the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (English only) • To check the firmware version of the camera/lens, attach the lens to the camera and
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    provided in the event that recording could not be performed due to a problem with the camera or a card. Be Careful with Regard to Copyrights "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about the following. (3) - Message Displays ( ) - Troubleshooting ( )
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    in a safe place out of the reach of children. (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
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    1. Introduction DC-G100K DC-G100V 1 H-FS120321 H-FS120321 2 SYF0059 SYF0059 Interchangeable Lens (This is 1 indicated as lens in the text.) 2 Lens Cap2 3 Tripod grip 4 Hand strap (For the tripod grip) 3 - DMW-SHGR1 4 - DVPW1022Z 1 This is attached to the camera body at the time of
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    Stabilizer, and zoom functions, may be disabled or operate differently. • Refer to catalogs/websites for most current information regarding supported lenses. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (English only) • The focal length noted on the Micro Four Thirds lens is equivalent to double
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    document. SD memory card (512 MB to 2 GB) SDHC memory card (4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC memory card (48 GB to 128 GB) • The camera supports SDHC/SDXC memory cards compliant with UHS Speed Class 3 of the UHS-I standard. • Operation with the Panasonic cards on the left has been verified. When
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    1. Introduction Names of Parts Camera 1 2 345 11 12 13 14 1 10 9 8 7 6 15 1 Shoulder strap eyelet (25) [ ] (Exposure compensation) 2 button (62)/ Fn button (Fn1) (81) Charging lamp (29)/ 3 WIRELESS connection lamp (88) 4 Camera on/off switch (36) 5 Mode dial (40) Stereo microphone • Do
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    1. Introduction 24 25 26 27 31 28 32 29 30 33 34 35 40 39 38 37 36 24 Diopter adjustment dial (43) 25 Eye cup 26 Viewfinder (43) 27 Eye sensor (43) Cursor buttons (42)/ [ ] (ISO sensitivity) ( ) (63) 28 [ ] (White balance) ( ) (65) [ ] (Drive mode) ( ) (59) [ ] (AF Mode) (
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    1. Introduction Lens H-FS12032 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Lens surface 2 Tele 3 Zoom ring (58) 4 Wide 5 Contact point 6 Lens fitting mark (33) Tripod grip 1 Camera screw 1 2 Camera stand 2 3 Fastening knob 4 Hand strap eyelet 3 4 5 Video rec. button 6 Shutter button 9 5 7 Sleep button 6 8
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    2. Getting Started Attaching a Shoulder Strap Attach a shoulder strap to the camera with the following procedure to prevent it from dropping. 1 2 3 4 • Pull the shoulder strap and check that it will not come out. • Attach the opposite end of the shoulder strap with the same procedure. • Use
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    2. Getting Started Charging the Battery Insert the battery in the camera and charge it. • The battery that can be used with the camera is DMW-BLG10PP. (As of June 2020) • The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery before use. • Check that this unit is turned off. Battery
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    Removing the Battery Push the lever in the direction of the arrow. 2. Getting Started • Remove the battery after use. (The battery will drain if left inserted in the camera for a long period of time.) • To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the screen
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    2. Getting Started Charging battery Charging time Approx. 190 min. • Using the camera body and the supplied AC adaptor. • 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
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    Charging lamp indications Charging lamp (Red) On: Charging in progress Off: Charging complete Flashing: Charging error 2. Getting Started • You can also charge the battery by connecting a USB device (PC, etc.) and the camera with the USB connection cable. In that case, charging may take a while.
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    the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.) • If there is a power outage or other problem with the electrical outlet, then charging may not complete successfully. Reconnect the power plug. 30 DVQX2040 (ENG)
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    Inserting Cards (Optional) • Make sure that the camera is turned off. 1 2 2. Getting Started 3 Do not touch the card connection contacts. Card Access Indications The access indication displays red while the card is being accessed. Removing a Card Push the card until it clicks and then
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    2. Getting Started • To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the screen goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.) • The card may be warm just after the camera has been used. Be careful when removing
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    Attaching a Lens 2. Getting Started • Make sure that the camera is turned off. • Change the lens in a location where there is not a lot of dirt and dust. • When attaching or detaching the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032), retract the lens barrel. Align the lens fitting marks on the lens and
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    2. Getting Started Extending/retracting the lens How to Extend the Lens Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of arrow from position (the lens is retracted) to position to extend the lens. • When the lens barrel is retracted,
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    yourself If you rotate the monitor as shown in the figure, the camera will switch to Self Shot Mode. • The angles of adjustment are only guides. • Do not apply an excessive force to the monitor. This may cause damage or malfunction. • When not using the camera, close the monitor with the
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    2. Getting Started Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time) When you turn the camera on for the first time, a screen to set the clock and home area appears. Be sure to set these settings before use to ensure images are recorded with the correct date and time information. 1 Set the
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    6 Confirm your selection. ● Press . 2. Getting Started 7 When [The clock setting has been completed.] appears, press . 8 When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press . 9 Set the home area. ● Press to select your home area and press . Time difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ●
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    3. Basic Operations Basic Recording Operations How to Hold the Camera Hold the camera with both hands, keep your arms still at your side, and stand with your feet shoulder width apart. • Do not block the flash, AF Assist Lamp, microphone, or speaker with your fingers or other objects. Microphone AF
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    ● 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.) ● Once the subject is in focus, the focus indication lights. (When the subject is not in focus, the
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    Exposure mode • You can take pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed. ( ) Creative Video mode (71) Slow & Quick mode (74) Custom mode • You can register your own settings. ( ) Scene Guide mode • This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded
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    Camera Setting Operations 3. Basic Operations When changing the camera settings, operate the camera using the following operation parts. Front dial (41) Control dial (41) Cursor buttons (42) [MENU/SET] button (42) Touch screen (42) Front Dial ( )/Control Dial ( ) Rotate: Selects an item
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    3. Basic Operations  Cursor Buttons ( ) Press: Selects an item or numeric value.  [MENU/SET] Button ( ) Press: Confirms a setting.  Touch Screen Operations can be performed by touching the icons, slide bars, menus, and other items displayed on the screen. Touch Operation of touching and
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    Display Settings Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Rotate the diopter adjustment dial while looking through the viewfinder. • Adjust until you can clearly see the text on the viewfinder. Diopter adjustment dial 3. Basic Operations Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder With the default
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    3. Basic Operations Menu Operation Methods In this camera, the menu is used for setting a wide variety of functions and performing camera customizations. Menu operations can be performed using the cursors, dial, or by touch. 1 Display the menu. ● Press . 2 Switch the menu type. Press . Press to
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    button halfway. ● You can also close the menu by pressing [ ] several times. 3. Basic Operations • For details about menu items, refer to Menu Guide. ( ) Displaying Descriptions About Menu Items and Settings If you press [DISP.] while a menu item or setting item is selected, a description about
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    3. Basic Operations Grayed Out Menu Items Menu items that cannot be set are displayed grayed out. In some setting conditions, the reason the setting is disabled is displayed when you press if you select a grayed-out item. [Reset] Return each of the following settings to the default setting: -
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    3. Basic Operations Recording with the Tripod grip It can be used as a grip for recording while walking. You can take pictures or record video without operating the camera. It can also be used as a tripod. • Use the tripod grip supplied with the DC-G100V or the tripod grip (optional: DMW-SHGR1). •
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    3. Basic Operations Attaching the camera to a tripod grip • Hold the camera and tripod grip tightly, and securely attach them so that they do not drop. • For removal, perform the steps backwards. 1 Set the Camera on/off switch to [OFF]. 2 Loosen the camera stand. ● Turn the fastening knob in the
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    style If you attach the camera to the direction shown and rotate the monitor, you can record in Self Shot Mode. • Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about Self Shot Mode. ( ) DVQX2040 (ENG) 49
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    3. Basic Operations Taking pictures Focus on the subject. • Press the shutter button halfway (press lightly). Take a picture. • Press the shutter button fully (push the button all the way). Recording video Start recording. • Press the video rec. button . • Immediately release the video rec.
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    4. Recording mode For information on the [ ] mode and [ For information on the [ ] mode ( ) Intelligent Auto Mode ] mode (71, 74) In the [ ] mode (Intelligent Auto mode), the camera detects the scene to set the optimal recording settings automatically to match the subject and recording
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    4. Recording mode 4 Start recording. ● Press the shutter button fully. • Backlight compensation operates automatically to prevent subjects from appearing dark when there is a backlight. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode [ ] allows you to adjust some settings such as the brightness and color tone while
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    for recording moving subjects. While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus is constantly adjusted according to the movement of the subject. Manual focusing. Use this when you want to fix the focus or avoid activating AF. (56) 1 This predicts the movement of the subject, maintaining
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    5. Focus/Zoom Using AF AF (Auto Focus) refers to automatic focusing. Select the focus mode and the AF mode appropriate for the subject and scene. 1 Set the Focus Mode. (53) ● [ ]/[ ] [Focus Mode] [AFS]/[AFF]/[AFC] 2 Select AF mode. ● Press [ ] ( ) to display the AF mode selection screen, and
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    Selecting the AF Mode 5. Focus/Zoom Select the focusing method to match the position and number of subjects. 1 Press [ ] ( ). 2 Select the AF mode. ● Press to select an item and then press . ● Selection is also possible by rotating or . [Face/Eye Detection] ( ) [Tracking] ( ) The camera
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    5. Focus/Zoom Record Using Manual Focus MF (Manual Focus) refers to manual focusing. Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you
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    5. Focus/Zoom 4 Confirm your selection. ● Press . ● This switches to the MF Assist screen, and shows an enlarged display. 5 Adjust the focus. The operations used to focus differ depending on the lens. When using an interchangeable lens with no focus ring Press : Focuses on nearby subject Press :
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    . : Telephoto, Enlarges distant subject : Wide-angle, Widens angle of view Rotate the zoom ring. Interchangeable lens with a zoom ring Interchangeable lens that supports the power zoom (electrically operated zoom) Move the zoom lever. (The zoom speed varies depending on how far you move the lever
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    6. Drive/Image Stabilizer Selecting the Drive Mode You can switch the drive mode to Single, Burst, etc. to match the recording conditions. 1 Press [ ] ( ). 2 Select the drive mode. ● Press to select the drive mode and press . • You can also select by rotating . [Single] [Burst] ( ) [4K PHOTO]
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    -lens and electronic image stabilizers. (5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer) • If the recording screen icon is not indicated with [ ] or [ ] even when Panasonic interchangeable lens that supports Dual I.S.2 is being used, update the lens firmware to the latest version. For the latest information on
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/ Coloring/Picture effect [Metering Mode] Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. [ ]/[ ] Select [Metering Mode] Multi-metering Center-weighted Spot Method in which the most suitable exposure is measured by judging the allocation of brightness on
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/Coloring/Picture effect Exposure Compensation You can compensate the exposure when the correct exposure determined by the camera is too bright or too dark. You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of ±5 EV. When recording videos or recording with 4K photo or
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/Coloring/Picture effect • In [ ] mode, you can compensate the exposure by setting the ISO sensitivity to [AUTO]. • When the exposure compensation value falls below or exceeds ±3 EV, the brightness of the recording screen will no longer change. Press the shutter button
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/Coloring/Picture effect Setting Items (ISO Sensitivity) [AUTO] (Intelligent ISO) [200] to [25600] ISO sensitivity is automatically set in a range up to 3200 depending on the brightness of a subject. ISO sensitivity is automatically set in a range up to 3200 depending on
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/Coloring/Picture effect White Balance (WB) White balance (WB) is a function that corrects the color cast produced by the light illuminating the subject. It corrects the colors so that white objects appear in white to make the overall color closer to what is seen by the eye.
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    7. Brightness (Exposure)/Coloring/Picture effect Setting Items (White Balance) [AWB] Auto [AWBc] Auto (Reduces the reddish hue under an incandescent light source) [AWBw] Auto (Leaves the reddish hue under an incandescent light source) [ ] [ ] Clear sky Cloudy sky [ ] Shade under a clear
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    8. Flash Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about recording using a flash and recording with a wireless flash. ( ) Using a Flash Open/Close the built-in flash To open the flash
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    9. Recording Videos Recording Videos 1 Start recording. ● Press the video rec. button. • Release the video rec. button right after you press it. Red REC frame indicator Recording state indicator Remaining recording time Elapsed recording time 2 Stop recording. ● Press the video rec. button again. •
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    [Rec Quality] 9. Recording Videos Sets the image quality of videos to be recorded. [ ] Select [Rec Quality] [Rec Quality] [4K/100M/30p]1 [4K/100M/24p]1 [FHD/28M/60p] [FHD/20M/30p] [FHD/24M/24p] [HD/10M/30p] 1 4K video Picture size 3840×2160 3840×2160 1920×1080 1920×1080 1920×1080 1280×720
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    9. Recording Videos • Since the camera employs the VBR recording format, the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. As a result, video recording time is shortened when a fast-moving subject is recorded. • When the following functions are being used, 4K video cannot be
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    • Even when playback is performed on a supported device, situations may occur where image or sound recording may stop. Wait until the camera cools down. Creative Video Mode It is possible to manually change the aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity and record videos. 1 Set the mode dial to
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    9. Recording Videos 3 Close the menu. ● Press the shutter button halfway. 4 Start recording. ● Press the shutter button rec. button . or video 5 Stop recording. ● Press the shutter button or video rec. button again. • It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording
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    to [ ]. Touch an icon. Zoom (When using an interchangeable lens supporting power zoom) Aperture value Shutter speed Exposure compensation ISO sensitivity Sound recording level adjustment 1 (When [Sound Rec Level Adj.] is set to [MANUAL].) 1 The icon will switch to [ ] in [ during recording.
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    9. Recording Videos Slow & Quick Mode Records slow-motion videos and quick-motion videos. • A video will be recorded at [FHD] under [MP4]. • Audio is not recorded in videos. • For operations during video recording (73) 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Set the recording settings. ● [ ] [S&Q
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    9. Recording Videos 4 Start recording. ● Press the shutter button rec. button . or video 5 Stop recording. ● Press the shutter button or video rec. button again. • It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the recording mode icon in recording screen. Slow & Quick Menu 
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    9. Recording Videos [S&Q Effect] Select the speed effect. [8xQUICK] [4xQUICK] [2xQUICK] [2xSLOW]1 [4xSLOW]2 Records videos sped up to about 8-times speed. Example: When set to [60p]: 8 frames/second. When set to [30p]: 4 frames/second. Records videos sped up to about 4-times speed. Records
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    Video Settings (Audio) 9. Recording Videos Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about video settings. ( ) [Built-in Mic] Sets the sound pickup range when using the built-in microphone. [ ] Select [Built-in Mic]
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    10. Playing Back and Editing of Images This chapter explains how to play back and delete pictures and videos. It also explains editing images. • Images recorded on devices other than this one may not be played back or edited correctly on this camera. Playing Back Pictures 1 Display the playback
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    10. Playing Back and Editing of Images Playing Back Videos 1 Display the playback screen. ● Press [ ]. 2 Select a video. • For information about how to select images, refer to page 78. • The [ ] video icon is displayed for a video. Video recording time • The video recording time is displayed on the
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    10. Playing Back and Editing of Images Deleting Images • Images cannot be restored once they have been deleted. Carefully confirm the images before deletion. • If you delete a group image, all images in the group are deleted.  [Delete Single] Press [ ] in playback state. Press to select [Delete
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    11. Camera Customization Fn Buttons You can register functions to the Fn (Function) buttons. Different functions can be set for both during recording and playback. Fn Button Default Settings 4 3 1 5 2 Fn buttons [Setting in REC mode] 1 [Fn1] [Exposure Comp.] 2 [Fn2] [Q.MENU] 3 [Fn3]
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    11. Camera Customization Register Functions to the Fn Buttons 1 Select [Fn Button Set]. ● [ ] [ ] [Fn Button Set] [Setting in REC mode]/[Setting in PLAY mode] 2 Select the button. ● Press to select the button and then press . ● Selection is also possible by rotating or . 3 Register the
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    11. Camera Customization Use the Fn Buttons During recording, pressing the Fn buttons enables usage of the functions registered in [Setting in REC mode], and during playback, usage of the functions registered in [Setting in PLAY mode]. 1 Press the Fn button. 2 Select a setting item. ● Press to
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    12. Menu Guide List of Menu : Menu items common to the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Their settings are synchronized. : For details, refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format). (3) [Intelligent Auto] menu [Intelligent Auto Mode] [iHandheld Night Shot] [iHDR] 51 [Creative Video]
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    Motion Animation]  [Live View Composite]  [Silent Mode]  [Shutter Type]  [Shutter Delay]  [Bracket]  [HDR]  [Multi Exp.]  12. Menu Guide [Motion Picture] menu [Rec Quality] [Snap Movie] [Focus Mode] [Continuous AF] [AF Custom Setting(Video)] [Photo Style] [Filter
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    ]  [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set]  [Monitor Info. Disp.]  [Rec Area]  [Remaining Disp.]  [Red REC Frame Indicator]  [Menu Guide]  [Lens / Others] [Lens Position Resume]  [Power Zoom Lens]  [Lens Fn Button Setting]  [Aperture Ring Increment]  [Self Timer Auto Off
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    12. Menu Guide [Setup] menu [My Menu] [Online Manual] [Cust.Set Mem.] 3 [My Menu Setting]  [Add]  [Clock Set] 36 [Sorting]  [World Time]  [Delete]  [Travel Date]  [Display from My Menu]  [Wi-Fi]  [Bluetooth]  [Wireless Connection
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    13. Connecting to Other Devices Wi-Fi/Bluetooth For details on the Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® functions, refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format). ( ) Checking operation of the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functions The Bluetooth function is set to on, or there is a connection (The Wi-Fi
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    be sent. Importing Images to a PC Installing Software Check the following site and then download and install the software. • Supported OS versions as of June 2020. Supported OS versions may be changed without prior notice. PHOTOfunSTUDIO 10.0 AE This software allows you to manage your images. For
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    MB or more for installing the software SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE This software processes and edits RAW images. http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/ Supported OS Windows Mac Windows 10 (64-bit recommended) Windows 8.1 (64-bit recommended) OS X v10.10 to v10.11 macOS 10.12 to macOS 10.15
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    in some countries. • For lens-related optional accessories such as compatible lenses and filters, refer to our catalogs/web pages, etc. • Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about using this camera when using optional accessories. DVQX2040 (ENG) 91
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    14. Materials Specifications The specifications are subject to change for performance enhancement. Digital camera body (DC-G100): Information for your safety Power source: 8.4 V Power consumption: 2.9 W (when recording with the monitor), 2.0 W (when playing back with the monitor)
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    14. Materials Picture size (pixels) When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3] [L]: 5184×3888, [M]: 3712×2784, [S]: 2624×1968 4K photo: 3328×2496 When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2] [L]: 5184×3456, [M]: 3712×2480, [S]: 2624×1752 4K photo: 3504×2336 When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9] [L]:
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    Metering range EV 0 to EV 18 (F2.0 lens, ISO100 conversion) Exposure Program AE (P) / Aperture-Priority AE (A) / ShutterPriority AE (S) / Manual Exposure (M) Exposure compensation 1/3 EV steps, ±5 EV ISO sensitivity (standard output sensitivity) AUTO / Intelligent ISO / 200 to 25600, When
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    14. Materials Flash Flash TTL AUTO Built-in pop up flash GN 5.1 equivalent (ISO200·m) [GN 3.6 equivalent (ISO100·m)] Flash mode Auto, Auto/Red-Eye, Forced Flash On, Forced On/Red-Eye, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye, Forced Flash Off Flash synchronization speed Equal to or smaller than 1/50 of
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    14. Materials External dimensions / Mass External dimensions Mass (Weight) Approx. 115.6 mm (W)×82.5 mm (H)×54.2 mm (D) (4.55″ (W)×3.24″ (H)×2.13″ (D)) (excluding the projecting parts) Approx. 345 g/0.76 lb (with one card and the battery) Approx. 303 g/0.66 lb (only camera body) Operating
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    with the DCF standard. Exif is a file format for pictures which allows recording information, etc. to be added. Refer to the "Owner's Manual" (PDF format) for details about the following specifications ( ): - About other specifications - Number of pictures that can be taken and available recording
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    14. Materials Interchangeable Lens Focal length Aperture type Maximum aperture Minimum aperture value Lens construction In focus distance Maximum image magnification Optical Image Stabilizer Mount Angle of view Filter diameter Max. diameter Overall length Mass (Weight) Recommended operating
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    14. Materials Tripod grip: DMW-SHGR1 Carrying capacity (Total mass of the loading camera body, lens, battery, and other attached accessories) External dimensions (Legs folded) External dimensions (Legs opened) Length of the connection cable Mass (Weight) Recommended operating temperature
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    United States and/or other countries. • iMovie, Mac, OS X and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Google, Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. 100 DVQX2040 (ENG)
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    Taiwan Inc. • DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • QR company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. DVQX2040 (ENG)
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    Trademarks and Licenses This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0
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    "as is". Mail-In Service--Online Repair Request Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support. When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it
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    and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Panasonic Corporation of North America
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    Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. As of December 2019 DVQX2040 (ENG) 105
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    sold "as is", and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED 106 DVQX2040 (ENG)
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    , this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or territory. WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page : www.panasonic.ca
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    Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com © Panasonic Corporation 2020 Printed in China
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Owner’s Manual
<Basic>
Digital Camera
Model No.
DC-G100
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and
save this manual for future use.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Owner’s Manual”
(PDF format). To read it, download it from the website. (
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(U.S. customers only)
If you have any questions, visit:
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
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