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No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Firmware Update Troubleshooting P323 Finding the information you need P2 Contents P4 Contents by Function P10 Menu list P184 Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 2
Finding the information you need In this "Owner's Manual for advanced features", you can find the information Search from "Menu list" Click this icon to jump to "Menu list". Search from "Troubleshooting" P184 P323 Click this icon to jump to "Finding the information you need". Click this - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 3
Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used. • Click a cross reference in the text to jump to the corresponding page. In this owner's manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [Quality] from [A] to [›] MENU > [Rec] > [Quality - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 4
Contents Finding the information you need 2 How to use this manual 3 Contents by Function 10 1. Before Use Care of the camera 13 Standard Accessories 15 Names and Functions of Components 16 About the Lens ...19 2. Getting - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 5
100 • Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Pad 101 • Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Function 101 Adjusting Focus Manually 103 Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 106 Compensating the Exposure 107 Setting the Light Sensitivity 109 Adjusting the White Balance - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 6
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode 114 Taking Pictures using Burst Mode 115 Recording 6K/4K Photos 119 • Notes on the 6K/4K Photo function 122 Selecting pictures from 6K/4K burst file and saving 125 • Correcting 6K/4K Photos After Recording (Post-Recording Refinement) ....126 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 7
to a smartphone/tablet 253 • Installing the smartphone/tablet app "Image App 253 • Using a smartphones that supports Bluetooth low energy 254 • Using a smartphone that does not support Bluetooth low energy 256 • Changing the Wi-Fi connection method 258 • Terminating the Wi-Fi connection 259 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 8
Printing Wirelessly 274 Sending images to AV device 275 Sending images to PC 276 Using Web services 278 • When sending images to web service 278 • When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service 281 • About the [LUMIX CLUB 282 About Wi-Fi connections 285 • Connecting via a wireless access point - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 9
12. Others Optional accessories 309 Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display 313 Status LCD Indications 319 Message Display 321 Troubleshooting ...323 Cautions for Use 332 9 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 10
].... P126 [Post Focus P130 Focus (AF/MF) [Focus Mode P89 [AF Custom Setting(Photo P90 [AF Mode P92 Adjusting the AF area position ........ P97 Manual Focus P103 [AF/AE Lock P106 [AF-Point Scope Setting P94 Drive [Drive Mode P114 [Burst P115 [Self Timer P135 Picture Quality and Color Tone - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 11
Motion Picture Motion Picture [Rec Quality P166 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures P168 Creative Video Mode [High Speed Video P173 [4K Live Cropping P174 Audio [Mic Level Adj P169 [Mic Level Limiter P169 [Wind Cut P312 [Wind Noise Canceller P204 [Lens Noise Cut P204 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 12
images P274 Sending images to an AV device P275 Sending images to a PC P276 Sending images to a web service P278 Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ..........P281 Connections with other devices PC "PHOTOfunSTUDIO P299 "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" ....... P300 Transferring images to a PC ......... P276 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 13
of damage please be sure the following precautions are taken: - The Splash Proof feature works in conjunction with the lenses that were specifically designed to support this feature. - The camera is not designed to be dust and splash proof when the USB connection cable is connected. - Make sure that - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 14
1. Before Use ∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or monitor is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens, viewfinder and monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction. • If condensation occurs, - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 15
and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to "Basic Owner's Manual". • Digital Camera Body is indicated as camera body in the text. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 16
1. Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 12 7 8 9 10 11 22 3 4 5 6 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 33 32 31 30 29 28 1 Charging lamp (P24)/ WIRELESS connection lamp (P251) 2 Motion picture button (P164) 3 Focus distance reference mark (P105) 4 [ ] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 17
1. Before Use 37 38 39 40 41 43 44 42 36 35 45 46 34 47 48 51 49 52 53 50 58 57 56 34 Touch screen (P52)/monitor (P313) 35 [(] (Playback) button (P176) 55 54 [Q.MENU] button (P58)/[Fn2] button (P60)/ 52 [ ] (Delete) button (P183)/[ ] (Cancel) button (P57) 36 [LVF] button (P41)/[Fn3] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 18
(P149) 4 O.I.S. switch (P145) [AF/MF] switch 5 • When either the [AF/MF] switch of the lens or the setting of the camera is set to [MF], Manual Focus (MF) is enabled. 6 Contact point 7 Lens mount rubber (P335) 8 Lens fitting mark (P33) 6 78 18 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 19
details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • The focal lengths marked on a Micro Four Thirds lens are equivalent to twice those of a 35 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 20
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. 1 Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet 2 Pass the end of the shoulder - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 21
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available for purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 22
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ [CHARGE] indicator On: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (After charging is complete, disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied) from the power outlet and remove the battery.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes - The battery temperature is too high or - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 23
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Inserting/Removing the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. 1 1: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow (to the OPEN side). 2: Open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 24
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Charging the battery with the camera • Use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied) and battery. • The battery cannot be charged when inserted in the battery grip (optional). Camera conditions Charge Turned off ± Turned on - - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 25
cable. • Do not use the AC adaptor (supplied) and the USB connection cable (supplied) for other devices. Doing so may cause malfunction. • If a problem occurs in the power outlet, such as a power outage, charging may not be completed normally. If this happens, disconnect the USB connection cable - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 26
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations About the power supply If you connect the camera to a power outlet or PC while the camera is turned on, power can be supplied via the USB connection cable (supplied). • Insert the battery into this unit. •[ ] is displayed on the recording screen while power - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 27
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures • The numbers of recordable pictures listed here are based on the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard. • When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ∫ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 28
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/28M/60p]) When the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060) is used Recordable time Approx. 120 min Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS12060) is used Recordable time Approx. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 29
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional) • Check that this unit is turned off. 1 Slide the card door to open it. 2 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 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 30
Class 3 High Speed Video 6K/4K Photo Post Focus function 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.) • If you set the Write-Protect switch A to "LOCK", you may not be able to write - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 31
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 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. MENU > [Setup] > [Format] > [Slot 1]/[Slot 2] • Use a battery - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 32
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • [MP4] [Rec Quality] [4K/150M/60p] [4K/100M/30p] [4K/100M/24p] [FHD/28M/60p] [FHD/20M/30p] 16 GB 12m00s 19m00s 1h10m 1h35m Card capacity 32 GB 64 GB 27m00s 56m00s 40m00s 1h20m 2h25m 3h15m 4h55m 6h35m 128 GB 1h50m 2h45m 9h55m 13h15m • Continuous - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 33
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching/Removing the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P333 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. ∫ Attaching the lens 1 Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 34
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Detaching the lens • Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • When the lens is removed from the camera, dust and other particles may accumulate on or enter the camera or - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 35
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Attaching the Lens Hood When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 36
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Temporarily Storing the Lens Hood Example: H-ES12060 1 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow while pushing the button A on the lens hood. 2 Align the mark B( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens. 3 Turn the lens hood in the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 37
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 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. • - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 38
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. 4 Press [MENU/ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 39
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 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]. ∫ Re-adjusting the clock MENU > [Setup] > [Clock Set - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 40
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Basic Operations Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not cover the AF Assist lamp A, or microphone B with your fingers or other objects. • Make sure - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 41
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Using the Viewfinder Diopter adjustment Rotate the diopter adjustment dial. • Adjust until you can see the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly. Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder Press [LVF]. A [LVF] button B Eye sensor Automatic viewfinder/ monitor - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 42
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Change the display magnification of the viewfinder Press [V.MODE]. • The magnification factors that can be switched between differ depending on the [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] setting in the [Custom] ([Monitor / Display]) menu. - [ ] (Viewfinder Style): Two levels - [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 43
recording mode. Intelligent Auto Mode (P65) Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P66) Program AE Mode (P71) Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P74) Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P74) Manual Exposure Mode (P75) Creative Video Mode (P171) Custom Mode (P85) Creative Control Mode (P79) 43 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 44
Started/Basic Operations Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. • This owner's manual describe operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows: e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left e.g.: When rotating the rear - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 45
will be displayed showing the items temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials. • If no operations are performed, the guide will disappear in a few seconds. 3 Rotate the front/rear dials while the guide is displayed. WB ISO 0 98 ISO 4 Press [MENU/SET] and set. WB AWB AWBc • You can also - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 46
of rotating the control dial is illustrated as below in this owner's manual. Example: When rotating the control dial to the left or right: Dial Assignment] Assigns the operations of the aperture value and shutter speed in Manual Exposure Mode. [ F SS]: Assigns the aperture value to the front dial - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 47
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 expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as 3/4/2/1. 47 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 48
button. Moving: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. • In this owner's manual, the up, down, left and right of the joystick are expressed as 3/4/2/1. Moving Pressing ∫ Changing the function to be used while the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 49
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information) Press [DISP.]. In Recording Mode You can select separate screen display styles for the viewfinder and the monitor. MENU > [Custom] > [Monitor / Display] > [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] > [LVF Disp. Set]/[ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 50
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • [ ] Monitor style display layout (Example of monitor style display) With information Without information With information (tilt sensor display) Without information (tilt sensor display) 4:3 60p L AFS 4:3 60p L AFS 0 98 0 98 Turned off On- - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 51
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations In Playback Mode With information 4:3 L 1/98 F2.8 60 2 0 00 AWB Detailed information display¢1 ISO 200 F2.8 AFS 1/5 4:3 L s RGB STD. AWB 0 60 10:00 DEC. 1.2018 100-0001 Without information (Highlight display)¢2 Without information ¢1 Press 3/4 to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 52
OFF B • Touch the screen with the clean and dry finger. • If you use a commercially available monitor protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some monitor protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) Not available in these cases: • The touch screen - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 53
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: Just by touching the subject you want as your point of focus, the camera will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ ʷ ]. • Icon will - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 54
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Touch AE Applicable modes: You can easily optimize the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ AE ]. • The setting screen for the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 55
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Setting menu items You can either operate the buttons or touch the monitor to set menu items. 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2. 3 Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as [ ]. • You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial. / [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 56
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 4 Press [MENU/SET]. Touch operation Touch a menu selector icon, such as [ ]. 5 Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]. • You can also select the menu item by rotating the control dial. • You can also move to the next screen - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 57
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • Menu items that are not available are displayed in gray. When a gray item is selected, if you press [MENU/SET], a message indicating that the item cannot be set is displayed along with the reason why it cannot be set under certain conditions. ∫ Close the menu - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 58
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu. ョㄏビ 2 Rotate the front dial to select the menu item. • Setting can also be performed by rotating the control dial. 60p 4:3 L AFS 3 Rotate the rear dial to select - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 59
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Customizing the Quick Menu settings You can add a maximum of 15 preferred settings to the Quick Menu. MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Q.MENU] > [CUSTOM] 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu. 2 Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. 4:3 L - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 60
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Assigning Frequently-Used Functions to Buttons/Lever (Function Buttons/Function Lever) You can assign various features, such as recording functions, to specific buttons and icons as well as the function lever. Assigning functions to function buttons 1 Select - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 61
] - [Motion Pic. Set] - [Picture Mode in Rec.] - [Mic Level Adj.] - [Mic. Directivity Adjust] - [Silent Mode] - [Peaking] - [Histogram]: [Fn7]¢ - [Guide Line] - [Zebra Pattern] - [Monochrome Live View] - [Constant Preview] - [Rec Area] - [Step Zoom] - [Zoom Speed] - [Night Mode] - [Exposure Comp - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 62
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • With [Video Record], you can start/stop recording a motion picture in the same way as with the motion picture button. • When set to [Focus Area Set], it is possible to display the position setting screen of either AF area or MF Assist. • When [1 Shot RAW+JPG] is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 63
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • If you assign [Slot Change], a screen will be displayed, allowing you to switch the card slot for playback. • If you assign [6K/4K Photo Play], a screen will be displayed, allowing you to select the pictures to be extracted from a 6K/4K burst file and saved. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 64
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Entering Text Follow the steps below when the text entry screen is displayed. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register. • To enter the same character again, rotate the control dial right to move the cursor. • The following operations - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 65
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. • At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. 2 Align the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 66
3. Recording Modes The camera detects scenes automatically (Scene Detection) ( : When taking pictures, : When recording motion pictures) [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1 [i-Night Scenery] [iHandheld Night Shot]¢2 ¦ [i-Food] [i-Baby]¢3 [i-Sunset] [i-Low Light] ¢1 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 67
. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, Red-Eye Removal is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. ∫ Scene Detection • Use a tripod or similar support when the scene detection has been identified as [ ]. When the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal, the shutter speed becomes slower - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 68
3. Recording Modes [Intelligent Auto] menu Set the functions available only for Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode. MENU > [Intelligent Auto] Taking handheld shots of night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) When [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 69
3. Recording Modes Taking pictures with customized color, defocus control, and brightness settings Recording Mode: ∫ Setting color 1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust color. • To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again. • The color setting will return to the default level ( - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 70
3. Recording Modes Change the settings by using the touch screen 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch the item you want to set. [ ]: Color tone [ ]: Defocus level [ ]: Brightness 3 Drag the slide bar to set. • To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET]. • Depending on the lens used, you may hear a sound - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 71
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Automatically Adjusted Aperture and Shutter Speed (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 72
3. Recording Modes ∫ Program Shift You can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. It enables you to, for example, make the background more defocused by decreasing the aperture value or capture a moving subject more dynamically - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 73
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: (Example: In Manual Exposure Mode) SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 5.6 30 0 +3 Aperture value Small It becomes easier to defocus the background. Large It becomes easier to maintain - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 74
3. Recording Modes Aperture-Priority AE Mode When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically optimizes the shutter speed for the brightness of the subject. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Set the aperture value by rotating the rear dial or the front dial. A Aperture value B Exposure meter - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 75
speed and aperture value. • Depending on recording conditions, an appropriate exposure may not be set or the ISO sensitivity may become higher. Manual Exposure Assistance 0 0 3 The exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. ʵ3 0 Set to slower shutter speed or - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 76
when you want to keep the shutter open for a long time to take pictures of fireworks, a night scene etc. • It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode. • We recommend using a tripod or the shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional) when you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B]. • When - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 77
3. Recording Modes Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the diaphragm blades to the aperture value you set. • Confirm the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 78
• If the aperture values and shutter speed blink red when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • If the Manual Exposure Assistance (P75) is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode. 1 Set a function button to [One Push AE]. (P60) 2 (When exposure is not adequate) Press function button - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 79
effect Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displayed. • When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display 1/8 1/8 • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 80
3. Recording Modes ∫ [Creative Control] menu Set the functions available only for Creative Control Mode. MENU > [Creative Control] [Filter Effect] Displays the image effect (filter) selection screen. [Simultaneous Allows you to set the camera to take a picture with and without an image Record - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 81
3. Recording Modes ∫ Setting the type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) 1 Press 3 to display the setting screen. • Setting screen can also be displayed by touching in order of [ ] then [ ]. 2 Press 3/4 or 2/1 to move the in-focus portion. • You can also move the in-focus portion by touching the screen - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 82
3. Recording Modes ∫ Setting the position and size of the light source ([Sunshine]) 1 Press 3 to display the setting screen. • Setting screen can also be displayed by touching in order of [ ] then [ ]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the center position of the light source. • The position of the light - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 83
3. Recording Modes Image effect [Monochrome] [Dynamic Monochrome] [Rough Monochrome] [Silky Monochrome] [Impressive Art] [High Dynamic] [Cross Process] [Toy Effect] [Toy Pop] [Bleach Bypass] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Fantasy] Color Contrast Grittiness Extent of defocus Freshness Freshness - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 84
3. Recording Modes Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) 1 Press [ ] to display the brightness setting screen. 2 Press [Fn1] to display the setting screen. 3 Rotate the rear dial to set. • To return to the recording screen, press [MENU/SET]. • To cancel the setting, press [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 85
three custom sets to of the mode dial. • The following menu items are not registered as custom settings. [Custom] menu - [Menu Guide] - Data registered with [Face Recog.] - The [Profile Setup] setting [Setup] menu - All menus (Excluding [Night Mode]) [Playback] menu - [Rotate Disp.] - [Picture - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 86
3. Recording Modes Calling up a registered set of custom settings Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ] or [ ]. • The corresponding custom set will be called up. If you set the mode dial to [ custom set will be called up. ], the last used ∫ To change a custom set in [ 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 87
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting Focus Automatically 1 Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or [AFC]. • The Focus Mode will be set. (P89) 2 Press [ ]. 3 Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press ョㄏヒ [MENU/SET]. • The Auto Focus Mode will be set. (P92) 4 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 88
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings • If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust the focus. Subjects and recording conditions which are difficult to focus • Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 89
". In this mode, while the shutter button is pressed halfway, focusing is constantly performed to match the movement of the subject. [MF] Set the focus manually. (P103) 89 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 90
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When recording using [AFF], [AFC] • When the subject is moving, the focusing is performed by predicting the subject position at the time of recording. (Movement prediction) • It may take time to focus on the subject when you operate the zoom - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 91
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ∫ Adjusting the AF Custom settings 1 Press 2/1 to select the AF Custom setting. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. • To reset to the default settings, press [DISP.]. When the distance to the subject changes - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 92
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the Auto Focus Mode Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Press [ ]. ョㄏヒ ([Face/Eye Detection]) A person's face, eyes, and body (the entire body or - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 93
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ([Tracking]) ([225-Area]) The camera keeps adjusting the focus and exposure automatically to the specified moving object. (Dynamic Tracking) (When [Metering Mode] is set to [ ]) • Perform either of the following operations to lock the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 94
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ∫ Displaying the AF area position in the magnification window (AF Point Scope) You can temporarily display the magnification window to check the AF area position and focus. • When using the [ ] or [ ] mode or a mode such as [ ] ([Custom Multi - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 95
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ∫ Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi]) 1 Press [ ]. 2 Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and press 3. 3 Press 2/1 to select a setting and then press 4. A The current shape of the AF area ([Horizontal Pattern]) This shape is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 96
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When selecting Touch operation Drag your finger over the parts you want to set as AF areas. • To cancel the selection of a particular AF area, touch the area again. Button operation Press 3/4/2/1 to select the AF area, and then press [MENU/ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 97
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Specifying the AF area position Specifying the AF area position on the setting screen Specifying the AF area position with the joystick Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Pad Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Function - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 98
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Specifying the AF area position on the setting screen Applicable modes: When or [ ] in Auto Focus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. With [ ], you can set the lock-on position. When selecting 1 Press [ ]. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 99
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. 1 Press [ ]. 2 Select [ ] and press 4. 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/SET]. 4 Move [+] to the position to be in focus. Button - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 100
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Specifying the AF area position with the joystick Applicable modes: 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Custom] > Movement] [Operation] > [Joystick Setting] > [D.FOCUS 2 Display the recording screen, and move the joystick 3/4/2/1 to move the AF - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 101
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Specifying the AF area position with the Touch Pad Applicable modes: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor. MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Touch Settings] > [Touch Pad AF] [EXACT] Moves the AF area - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 102
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ∫ Optimizing the focus for the touched position ([AF]) 1 Touch the subject. Specify the person or eye to be brought into focus when you have selected a person indicated with an AF area. If you have selected any location where a person or eye - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 103
dragging the screen. • To return the focus position to the center, press [DISP.]. 4 Adjust the focus. The operations used to focus manually differ depending on the lens. When using an interchangeable lens When using the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060/H-FS12060) with a focus ring having a focus - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 104
holding 2/1 will increase the focus speed. • Focus can also be adjusted by dragging the slide AF bar. A MF Assist (enlarged screen) B Peaking + C MF Guide • In-focus portions are highlighted with color. ([Peaking]) • You can check whether the point of focus is to the near side or to the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 105
will close approximately 10 seconds after the operation. • MF Assist and MF Guide may not display depending on the lens used. You can, however, display ] > [AF/AE Lock] > [AF-ON] If [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed in Manual Focus, Auto Focus will work. • Auto Focus works at the center of the frame. • - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 106
exposure are optimized. [AF-ON] Auto Focus is performed. • AF Lock only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • The subject can be focused again by pressing the shutter button halfway even when AE is locked - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 107
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. 1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to compensate the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 108
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings • In Manual Exposure Mode, you can compensate the exposure only when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. • You can set the exposure compensation value in the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 109
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. 1 Press [ ]. 2 Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the rear dial. ISO LIMIT AUTO • You can switch the functions between the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 110
Less Jitter of the subject Increased 25600 When it is dark Fast Increased Less • Cannot select [ ] in the following cases: - Shutter-Priority AE Mode - Manual Exposure Mode • When [High Resolution Mode] is set, the maximum setting is [ISO1600]. • When [Multi Exp.] is set, the maximum setting is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 111
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: White Balance adjusts the color of white according to the light source to make the overall color hue closer to what is seen by the eye. 1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial or front dial to select - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 112
dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate brightness. [ 1 ]/ [ 2 ]/ [ 3 ]/ [ 4] 3 Press [ You can set the color temperature manually for 5500K taking natural pictures in different lighting conditions. 1 Press 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select the color temperature and then press - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 113
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. 1 Select the White Balance and then press 4. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to fine-adjust the White Balance. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 114
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Rotating the drive mode dial. [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. / [Burst] (P115) Recordings are made in - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 115
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. • You can apply different Burst Mode settings to [ ] (Burst Shot 1) and [ ] (Burst Shot 2) by setting [Burst Shot 1 Setting] and [Burst Shot 2 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 116
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Notes on super high-speed burst recording ([SH2]/[SH1]/[SH2 PRE]/[SH1 PRE]) • Shutter speeds slower than 1/60 seconds are not available. • The aperture will be fixed during burst recording. • Pictures taken will be recorded as a single burst picture group. Notes on - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 117
] At the first picture [RELEASE] [FOCUS] Predicted focusing¢2 Normal focusing¢3 [AFF]/[AFC]¢1 [BALANCE] [RELEASE] Predicted focusing¢2 [MF] - Focus set with Manual Focus ¢1 When the subject is dark, the focus is fixed on the first picture. ¢2 Burst speed takes priority, and focus is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 118
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Notes on exposure in Burst Mode Focus mode [AFS] [AFF]/[AFC] [MF] [SH2]/[SH1]/[SH2 PRE]/ [SH1 PRE]/[H] The exposure is fixed to the level of the first picture The exposure is adjusted for each frame¢ The exposure is fixed to the level of the first picture - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 119
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording 6K/4K Photos Applicable modes: With 6K Photo, you can take a high-speed burst of pictures at 30 frames/second and save the desired pictures, each made up of 18 million pixels (approx.), extracted from their burst file. With 4K Photo, you can take a high- - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 120
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings For capturing the best shot of a fast-moving subject (e.g., sports, aeroplanes, trains) [ ]/[ ]/[ ] Burst recording is performed while the shutter button is pressed and held. [6K/4K Burst]¢1 The shutter sound will be heard repeatedly. A Press and hold - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 121
. Press the shutter button fully. C Number of recordings that can be made • Auto Focus adjusts focus continuously, and except in 0 1200 Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts exposure continuously. • Images may not be displayed as smoothly as when recording with the normal recording screen - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 122
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Setting Pre-Burst Recording ([6K/4K Burst]/[6K/4K Burst(S/S)]) The camera starts recording approximately 1 second before the shutter button is pressed fully, so you will not miss a photo opportunity. MENU > [Rec] > [6K/4K PHOTO] > [Pre-Burst Recording] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 123
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Scenes not suitable Recording in extremely bright locations or indoors When subjects are recorded in an extremely bright place or under fluorescent/LED lighting, the color tone or brightness of the image may change, or horizontal stripes may appear on the screen. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 124
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings • The following menu items are disabled: [Intelligent Auto] [Creative Control] [Rec] [Custom] [Setup] [iHandheld Night Shot]/[iHDR] [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter] [Picture Size]/[Quality]/[AFS/AFF]/ [AF Custom Setting(Photo)] ([6K/4K Burst(S/S)] only)/ [Color - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 125
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting pictures from 6K/4K burst file and saving 1 Select an image with the [ ] or [ playback screen, and press 3. ] icon on the • You can also perform the same operation by touching the icon [ ] or [ ]. • If the image was recorded with [6K/4K Pre-Burst], - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 126
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Saving pictures taken with the 6K/4K Photo function at once ([6K/4K PHOTO Bulk Saving]) You can save pictures of a 6K/4K burst file that were extracted from any 5 second period at once. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Playback] > [6K/4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] 2 Press - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 127
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Operations during selecting pictures ∫ Navigating the slide view screen Position of the displayed frame Fn1 Button operation 2/1/ 2/1 Press and hold s Touch operation Description of operation Dragging/ / Selects a frame. • To change the frames displayed in - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 128
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Navigating the 6K/4K burst playback screen Fn1 During pause During continuous playback Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3 / Continuous playback/Pause (during continuous playback). 4 / Continuous rewind/Pause (during continuous - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 129
HDMI at a resolution of [4K]. • Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] to either [AUTO] or a setting with a resolution of [4K]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO]. • If you display 6K/4K burst files on a TV connected to the camera, they will be displayed only on the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 130
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Controlling Focus After Recording (Post Focus/ Focus Stacking) Applicable modes: The camera can perform Burst recording in the same picture quality as 6K/4K photo recording while automatically shifting the focus to different areas. After the recording, you can - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 131
function" on P123. • In addition to the limitations of the 6K/4K Photo function, the following limitations apply to the Post Focus function: - Manual Focus operation is disabled. - Auto Focus Mode is disabled. - Motion pictures cannot be recorded. - [Digital Zoom]/[Time Stamp Rec] is disabled. - The - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 132
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Not available in these cases: • The Post Focus function is disabled when using the following settings: - [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - When recording in [High Resolution - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 133
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Merging multiple pictures to widen the focus range (Focus Stacking) A Focus: closer B Focus: farther away 1 Touch [ ] in step 2 of "Selecting the desired focus area and saving a picture". • You can also perform the same operation by pressing [Fn1]. 2 Touch the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 134
with a macro lens, may be merged into an unnatural picture. If you perform recording with a larger aperture value in Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode, the resulting picture may look less unnatural. • You may not be able to use Focus Stacking for images recorded with other devices - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 135
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. • Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • After the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 136
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Applicable modes: You can take pictures with Time Lapse Shot or Stop Motion Animation. In addition, the pictures taken can be combined into a motion picture. • Set the date and time settings in advance. ( - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 137
even with the power turned off. When the recording start time arrives, the power turns on automatically. To turn on the power manually, press the shutter button halfway. • Operations during recording standby (The camera is turned on) Button operation [Fn2] Touch operation Description of - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 138
] if it is not selected. (P136) [Auto Shooting] [ON] [OFF] Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. This is for taking pictures manually, frame by frame. [Shooting Interval] (Only when [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON]) 2/1: Select the item (second) 3/4: Setting [MENU/SET]: Set - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 139
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings 4 Press the shutter button fully. • Up to 9999 frames can be recorded. 5 Move the subject to decide on the composition. • Repeat recording in the same way. • If this unit is turned off while recording, a message for resuming the recording is displayed when the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 140
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating motion pictures from recorded pictures To create motion pictures after taking pictures, follow the steps below. 1 Select the methods for creating a motion picture. • The recording format is set to [MP4]. [Rec Quality] Sets the quality of a motion - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 141
recording while adjusting the aperture. (P143) • Available in Aperture-Priority AE Mode or when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] in Manual Exposure Mode. Focus Bracket Press the shutter button to perform recording while adjusting the focus position. (P143) White Balance Bracket Press the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 142
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Not available in these cases: • Bracket recording is disabled in the following cases. - [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - When recording motion pictures - When recording in - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 143
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings Aperture Bracket Recording Mode: ∫ About [More Settings] (step 2 in P141) [Image Count] [3], [5]: Takes a specified number of pictures with different aperture values within the range based on the initial aperture value. [ALL]: Takes pictures using all aperture - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 144
5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings • Pictures taken with Focus Bracket are displayed as a set of group pictures. • If you set [Double Slot Function] to [Relay Rec] and record pictures to more than one card, the resulting pictures will be displayed as separate groups. White Balance Bracket ∫ About [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 145
activate both of them and reduce jitter even more effectively. (Dual I.S. Mode) Dual I.S.2 ( , , ), which provides more effective correction, is also supported. • The image stabilizers to be activated differ depending on your lens. The icon for the currently activated image stabilizer is displayed - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 146
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, the self-timer or the shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 147
. • The stabilization effect may be weak depending on the lens used. If the focal length is not set automatically, you can set it manually. • When a manually selected focal length is set, a confirmation screen asking you to change the focal length setting is displayed after you turn on the camera - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 148
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash • The Image Stabilizer may produce operational sound or cause vibration during its operation, but these are not malfunctions. • It is recommended to disable the Image Stabilizer when using a tripod. • The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 149
with a zoom ring T W Move the zoom lever. (The zoom speed varies depending on Interchangeable lens how far you move the lever.) T that supports the • If you assign [Zoom Control] to a function power zoom button, you can operate the optical zoom W (electrically operated slowly by pressing - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 150
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Raising the telescopic effect [Ex. Tele Conv.] Applicable modes: Extended Tele Conversion enables you to take pictures that are further enlarged without deteriorating the picture quality. When taking pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] ([Rec]) 1.4k: [ M] 2.0k: [ S] 1.4k: - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 151
Tele Conversion range for still picture recording (Zoom magnification) ¢ This zoom slider is displayed when using an interchangeable lens that supports the power zoom. • A constant zoom speed will be set. • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. ∫ Fixing the zoom magnification - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 152
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash • If you assign [Ex. Tele Conv.] to [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, you can display the Extended Tele Conversion setting screen for both pictures and motion pictures by pressing the assigned function button. While this screen is displayed, you can - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 153
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Changing the settings for a power zoom lens Applicable modes: Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). • This may only be selected when using a lens that is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 154
(Touch zoom) (Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recording are operable) • If you are using an interchangeable lens not supporting power zoom (H-ES12060/H-FS12060), you can only operate Extended Tele Conversion for pictures by setting [Ex. Tele Conv.] to [ZOOM]. 1 Touch - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 155
Flash (Optional) Applicable modes: You can attach a flash (DMW-FL580L/DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional) and take pictures with it. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for how to attach the external flash. ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 156
ISO sensitivity to match the settings on the camera. • Set to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode on the camera and then set the same aperture value and ISO sensitivity on the it may detach from the camera. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for details. 156 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 157
is available only when an external flash is attached. Changing the firing mode Applicable modes: Select whether to set the flash output automatically or manually. • The firing mode cannot be set with the camera when using a flash (DMW-FL580L/ DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional). It can be set with - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 158
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Changing Flash Mode Applicable modes: Set the flash to match the recording. MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Mode] The flash is activated every time regardless ([Forced Flash of the recording conditions. ‰ On]) • Use this when your subject is back-lit ([Forced - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 159
¢ to 1/250th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/250th ¢ This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • In Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene. Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro Applicable - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 160
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Adjust.] 2 Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 161
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes Applicable modes: Flashes compatible with this camera (DMW-FL580L/DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional) come with the wireless recording function. With this function, you can separately control the firing of three flash groups and the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 162
Mode] [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the output. [AUTO]¢2: Flash output is set by the external flash. [MANUAL]: Set the luminosity ratio of the external flash manually. [External Flash]¢1 [OFF]: The flash on the camera side emits only communication light. [Flash Adjust.] Set the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 163
6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using other settings for wireless flash recording Enabling FP firing for the wireless flashes During wireless recording, an external flash fires an FP flash (high speed repetition of flash firing). This firing allows recording with the flash at a fast shutter speed. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 164
7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. In addition, the camera can record 4K motion pictures in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 165
7. Recording Motion Pictures • When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is recorded continuously, the camera may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. • In Creative Video Mode, motion pictures are recorded at the selected ISO - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 166
7. Recording Motion Pictures Setting the format, size and frame rate 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Rec Format] [AVCHD] This data format is suitable for when playing back on a high-definition TV, etc. [MP4] This data format is suitable for when playing back on a PC, etc. 2 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 167
keeps focusing on subjects during recording. [OFF] The camera maintains the focus position at the start of recording. [ON]/[OFF] You can focus manually. • When the focus mode is set to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC], if you press the shutter button halfway while recording a motion picture, the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 168
7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Applicable modes: You can record still pictures while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 169
7. Recording Motion Pictures Displaying/setting the sound input level [Mic Level Disp.] Applicable modes: Display the microphone level on the recording screen. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Mic Level Disp.] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • When [Mic Level Limiter] is set to [OFF], [Mic Level Disp.] is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 170
7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording images with superimposed recording dates ([Time Stamp Rec]) Applicable modes: • You cannot delete recording dates after superimposing them. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Time Stamp Rec] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] 10:00:00 DEC. 1.2018 • Recording dates are not - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 171
7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures in Creative Video Mode Recording Mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity and record motion pictures. You can record motion picture with additional effects, such as the following: Recording - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 172
7. Recording Motion Pictures 3 Press the motion picture button (or shutter button) to start recording. • The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. Using touch icons allows silent operation while recording - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 173
. • Auto Focus does not work. • Audio is not recorded. • When using an interchangeable lens with no focus ring, you cannot set focus with Manual Focus. • Under fluorescent lighting, flicker or horizontal bars may be seen. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 174
7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures that Pan and Zoom While Maintaining a Fixed Camera Position ([4K Live Cropping]) By cropping your motion picture down from the 4K angle of view to Full High Definition, you can record a motion picture that pans and zooms in/out while leaving the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 175
7. Recording Motion Pictures 4 Repeat step 3, and then set the cropping end frame. B Cropping end frame • The setting of the Auto Focus Mode switches to [š]. (Human eyes and bodies cannot be detected. In addition, you cannot specify the person to be brought into focus.) 5HVHW 6HW 5 Press the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 176
Change] to a function button. Sending an image to a web service If you press 4 when displaying images one by one, you can easily send an image to a web service. (P280) ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter button halfway - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 177
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon ([ ]). Press 3 to play back. 12s A Motion picture recording time • After playback starts, - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 178
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture 1 Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. • Press 2/1 to fine-adjust the pause position while the motion picture is paused. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. • Still - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 179
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. 2.0X 1k 2k 4k 8k 16k Button operation Touch operation Description of operation s Enlarges/reduces the screen in large steps. s Pinching out/in Enlarges/reduces the screen - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 180
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the rear dial left. 1 screen 12 screens 30 screens Calendar screen display A Card slot • Playback is performed separately by card slot. You can switch the card selected for playback by pressing [Fn1]. (Except - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 181
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Group Pictures A picture group consists of multiple pictures. You can play back pictures in a group either continuously or one by one. • You can edit or delete all pictures in a group at once. (For example, if you delete a picture group, all pictures - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 182
8. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Continuously playing back Group Pictures Press 3. • The same operation can be performed by touching the group picture icon ([ ], [ ], [ ]). • When playing back group pictures one at a time, options are displayed. After selecting [Burst Play] (or [Sequential Play - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 183
8. Playing Back and Editing Images Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. ∫ To delete a single picture 1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. 2 Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then press [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 184
9. Using Menu Functions Menu list Menus that are only available for particular Recording Modes P184 The following menus are displayed only for their corresponding Recording Modes: A - [Intelligent Auto] - [Creative Video] - [Custom Mode] - [Creative Control] [Rec] P185 [Motion Picture] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 185
9. Using Menu Functions : [Creative Control] menu • [Filter Effect] (P80) • [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter] (P80) : [Rec] menu • [Aspect Ratio] (P185) • [Picture Size] (P186) • [Quality] (P187) • [AFS/AFF] (P89) • [AF Custom Setting(Photo)] (P90) • [Photo Style] (P188) • [Filter Settings] (P190) - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 186
9. Using Menu Functions [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. MENU > [Rec] > [Picture Size] When the aspect ratio is [4:3]. Settings Image - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 187
9. Using Menu Functions [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. MENU > [Rec] > [Quality] Settings [A] [›] [ ] [ ] [] File format JPEG Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 188
9. Using Menu Functions [Photo Style] Applicable modes: You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to record. MENU > [Rec] > [Photo Style] [Standard] This is the standard setting. [Vivid] Brilliant effect with high saturation and contrast. [Natural] Soft effect with low - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 189
9. Using Menu Functions ∫ Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. 6WDQGDUG -5 0 +5 ±0 S ±0 ±0 ±0 DISP [Contrast] S [Sharpness] [Noise Reduction] [Saturation]¢1 [Color Tone]¢1 [Filter Effect - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 190
9. Using Menu Functions [Filter Settings] Applicable modes: You can add the image effects (filters) of Creative Control Mode. (P79) MENU > [Rec] > [Filter Settings] > [Filter Effect] Settings: [ON]/[OFF]/[SET] ∫ Change the settings by using the touch screen 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch the item you - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 191
9. Using Menu Functions ∫ Taking a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously ([Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]) You can press the shutter button once and take two pictures simultaneously, one with an image effect and the other one without it. MENU > [Rec] > [Filter Settings] > [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 192
9. Using Menu Functions [Metering Mode] Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. MENU > [Rec] > [Metering Mode] [] (Multiple) [] (Center weighted) [] (Spot) This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 193
9. Using Menu Functions • The screen display can be switched by pressing [DISP.] on the brightness adjustment screen. • Turning off this unit will return the setting adjusted with / / / back to the default setting. [i.Dynamic] Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure are compensated when the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 194
9. Using Menu Functions [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: If you fire the flash when using Red-Eye Reduction ([ automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. MENU > [Rec] > [Red-Eye Removal] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] ] or [ • [ ] is displayed on the icon when it is set to [ON]. • - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 195
9. Using Menu Functions [Long Shtr NR] Applicable modes: The camera automatically removes noise that appears when the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures of night or similar scenery. MENU > [Rec] > [Long Shtr NR] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • [Long shutter noise reduction ongoing] is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 196
9. Using Menu Functions [Diffraction Compensation] Applicable modes: The camera raises the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. MENU > [Rec] > [Diffraction Compensation] Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 197
9. Using Menu Functions ∫ Changing the setup Sets the picture size. When the aspect ratio is [4:3]. [XL] (80.5M): 10368k7776 [LL] (40M): 7296k5472 [Picture Size] When the aspect ratio is [3:2]. When the aspect ratio is [16:9]. [XL] (60.5M): 10368k5832 [LL] (30M): 7296k4104 When the aspect ratio - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 198
9. Using Menu Functions • Auto Review only displays combined pictures. • The available setting ranges of the following functions during [High Resolution Mode] recording will differ from those during normal picture recording. - Minimum aperture value: F8 - Shutter speed: 1 to 1/32000th - ISO - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 199
60 to 1/2000th 1¢2 to 1/32000th Shutter sound Mechanical shutter sound Mechanical shutter sound Electronic shutter sound¢ 3 ¢1 This setting is available only in Manual Exposure Mode. ¢2 Up to an ISO sensitivity of [ISO3200]. When the setting is higher than [ISO3200], the shutter speed will be - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 200
9. Using Menu Functions [Shutter Delay] Applicable modes: To reduce the influence of hand shake or shutter vibration, shutter is released after the specified time has passed. MENU > [Rec] > [Shutter Delay] Settings: [8SEC]/[4SEC]/[2SEC]/[1SEC]/[OFF] Not available in these cases: • This - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 201
EV]/[n2 EV]/[n3 EV]: Adjusts the exposure within the selected exposure parameters. [ON]: Automatically corrects camera shake (jitter) and other problems that can cause the images to misalign. Recommended for use during hand-held shooting. [OFF]: Image misalignment not adjusted. Recommended when - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 202
9. Using Menu Functions [Multi Exp.] Applicable modes: Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent per a single image) MENU > [Rec] > [Multi Exp.] 1 Press 3/4 to select [Start] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Decide on the composition, and take the first picture. • After - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 203
9. Using Menu Functions : [Motion Picture] menu • [Rec Format] (P166) • [Rec Quality] (P166) • [AFS/AFF] (P89) • [Continuous AF] (P167) • [Photo Style] (P188) • [Filter Settings] (P190) • [Luminance Level] (P203) • [Metering Mode] (P192) • [Highlight Shadow] (P192) • [i.Dynamic] (P193) • [i. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 204
produced during motion picture recording. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Lens Noise Cut] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This function works only when an interchangeable lens that supports power zoom is used. • When this function is used, the sound quality may differ from that during normal operation. 204 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 205
9. Using Menu Functions [Sound Output] Applicable modes: You can record motion pictures while hearing the sounds that are being recorded by connecting a commercially available headphones to this unit. A Headphone socket B Commercially available headphone • Do not use the headphone cables with the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 206
] (P215) • [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] (P49) • [Monitor Info. Disp.] (P215) • [Rec Area] (P215) • [Remaining Disp.] (P215) • [Menu Guide] (P215) [Lens / Others] • [Lens Position Resume] (P216) • [Power Zoom Lens] (P153) • [Lens Fn Button Setting] (P216) • [Face Recog.] (P217) • [Profile Setup] (P219 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 207
9. Using Menu Functions MENU > [Custom] > [Exposure] [ISO Increments] You can adjust the ISO sensitivity settings for every 1/3 EV. Settings: [1/3 EV]/[1 EV] [Extended ISO] ISO sensitivity can be set up to minimum [ISO100]. [Exposure Comp. Reset] An exposure value can be reset when the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 208
9. Using Menu Functions [Quick AF] As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. Not available in these cases: • This function is not - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 209
9. Using Menu Functions [Focus/Release Priority] Set whether to give priority to focus or shutter release during Auto Focus. • Different settings can be applied to different Focus Mode settings ([AFS/AFF], [AFC]). [FOCUS] [BALANCE] [RELEASE] Disables recording when focus is not achieved. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 210
button halfway with the focus mode set to [AFS] or set AF Lock using [AF/AE LOCK]), you can make fine adjustments to the focus manually. [MF Assist] Sets the display method of MF Assist (enlarged screen). • Available settings vary depending on the lens used. When an interchangeable lens having - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 211
9. Using Menu Functions MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] [Q.MENU] If you select [CUSTOM], you can customize the Quick Menu settings. (P59) [Operation Lock Setting] Sets the control functions to be disabled with the function button [Operation Lock]. [Cursor] [Joystick] [Touch Screen] Disables the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 212
available when [Night Mode] is used. [Constant Preview] You can check the effects of the chosen aperture and shutter speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode. • This function does not work when using the flash. 212 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 213
on the screen with clear outlines) are highlighted when focus is being adjusted manually. • When [Detect Level] in [SET] is set to [HIGH], • The histogram is an approximation in the Recording Mode. [Guide Line] This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. When [ ] is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 214
9. Using Menu Functions [Center Marker] The center of the recording screen will be displayed as [+]. [Highlight] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. • If there are any white saturated areas, we recommend - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 215
screen by pressing [DISP.]. • If no operations are performed for approximately 4 seconds, the Exposure meter disappears. [MF Guide] When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you to check the direction to achieve focus is displayed. A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) [Monitor Info. Disp - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 216
9. Using Menu Functions MENU > [Custom] > [Lens / Others] [Lens Position Resume] Saves the focus position when you turn off the camera. When an interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom is in use, the zoom position is also saved. [Lens Fn Button Setting] Sets the function to be - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 217
to select the Face Recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/SET]. 1HZ ,&/ 2 Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot be registered. • To display the description of the face registration, press 1 or touch - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 218
9. Using Menu Functions Point of recording when registering the face images • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with hair when registering. • Make sure there is no extreme shading on the face when registering. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 219
9. Using Menu Functions [Profile Setup] If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years in the images. You can display these at playback or stamp the recorded images using [Text Stamp]. Settings: [ ] ([Baby1])/[ ] ([Baby2])/[ ] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 220
[Reset] (P231) • [Reset Network Settings] (P231) • [Pixel Refresh] (P231) • [Sensor Cleaning] (P231) • [Level Gauge Adjust.] (P232) • [Format] (P31) MENU > [Setup] [Online Manual] Settings: [URL display]/[QR Code display] [World Time] Sets the times for the region where you live and your holiday - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 221
9. Using Menu Functions • If you are using Daylight Savings [ ], press 3. (The time will move forward by 1 hour.) To return to the normal time, press 3 again. • If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time difference from the home area. [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 222
9. Using Menu Functions [Wi-Fi] [Wi-Fi Function] P250 [Wi-Fi Setup] P291 [Bluetooth] [Bluetooth] [Remote Wakeup] [Auto Transfer] P254, P255 P260 P264 [Location Logging] [Auto Clock Set] [Wi-Fi network settings] P268 P269 P265 [Wireless Connection Lamp] This enables/disables the WIRELESS - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 223
9. Using Menu Functions [Economy] [Sleep Mode] The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [Sleep The camera is automatically turned off if it is not connected to a Wi-Fi Mode(Wi-Fi)] network and has not been used for 15 minutes - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 224
9. Using Menu Functions [Monitor Display Speed] This sets the monitor frame rate. [30fps] Reduces the power consumption, extending the operating time. [60fps] Displays movements smoother. • When [Monitor Display Speed] is set to [30fps], the monitor image quality may be lower than when it is set to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 225
9. Using Menu Functions [Monitor Display]/[Viewfinder] Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. 1 Select the settings by pressing 3/4, and adjust with 2/1. 2 Press [MENU/SET] to set. • It will adjust the monitor when the monitor is in use, and the viewfinder when - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 226
to a connected PC. [PC(Tether)] Select this setting to control the camera from a PC installed with supported software. { [PictBridge(PTP)] Select this setting when connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. [USB Power Supply] Supplies power via the USB connection cable when the camera is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 227
9. Using Menu Functions [TV Connection] [HDMI Mode (Play)]: Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible TV and monitor connected with this unit using the HDMI cable. [AUTO] Outputs images at an output resolution suited to the connected TV. [4K/60p]/[4K/30p]/[ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 228
9. Using Menu Functions [Folder / File Settings] Set the folder and file name patterns in which images are to be saved. Folder name File name 100ABCDE PABC0001.JPG 1 Folder number (3-digits, 100-999) 2 5-digit user-defined segment 1 Color space ([P]: sRGB, [_]: AdobeRGB) 2 3-digit user- - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 229
9. Using Menu Functions • Each folder can store up to 1000 files. • File numbers are assigned sequentially from 0001 to 9999 in the order of recording. If you change the storage folder, a continuing number from the last file number will be assigned. • In the following cases, a new folder with an - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 230
9. Using Menu Functions [Save/Restore Camera Setting] Save the camera's setup information to the card. Since saved setup information can be imported to the camera, you can apply the same setup to more than one camera. • Save/load setup information using the card inserted to the card slot 1. [Save - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 231
9. Using Menu Functions [Reset] The following settings are reset to the default: - Recording settings - Setup settings ([Wi-Fi Setup] and [Bluetooth] settings) - Custom settings ([Face Recog.] and [Profile Setup] settings) - Setup/custom settings (except for [Wi-Fi Setup], [Bluetooth], [Face Recog.] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 232
9. Using Menu Functions [Level Gauge Adjust.] [Adjust.] [Level Gauge Value Reset] Hold the camera in a horizontal position, and press [MENU/SET]. The level gauge will be adjusted. Restores the default level gauge setting. : [My Menu] menu [My Menu Setting] Register frequently-used menus and - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 233
9. Using Menu Functions : [Playback] menu • [Slide Show] (P234) • [Playback Mode] (P235) • [Protect] (P236) • [Rating] (P236) • [Title Edit] (P237) • [Face Rec Edit] (P237) • [RAW Processing] (P238) • [6K/4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] (P126) • [6K/4K PHOTO Noise Reduction] (P126) • [Light Composition] ( - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 234
9. Using Menu Functions [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. You can also put together a slide show composed of only still pictures, only motion - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 235
9. Using Menu Functions ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Duration] • [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 236
9. Using Menu Functions [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. MENU > [Playback] > [Protect] Select the picture. (P233) • [999+] is displayed on the screen, if the total number of protects you set for a group pictures is more than 1000 pictures. ∫ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 237
9. Using Menu Functions [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp]. MENU > [Playback] > [Title Edit] 1 Select the picture. (P233) • ['] is displayed for pictures with titles already registered. 2 Enter the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 238
9. Using Menu Functions [RAW Processing] You can process the pictures taken in RAW format. The processed pictures will be saved in JPEG format. MENU > [Playback] > [RAW Processing] 1 Select RAW images with 2/1, and then press [MENU/SET] . 2 Press 3/4 to select an item. • You can set the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 239
9. Using Menu Functions 3 Press [MENU/SET] and set. • Refer to "How to set each item" on P239. 4 Press [MENU/SET]. • This operation returns you to the screen in step 2. To set other items, repeat steps 2 through 4. 5 Select [Begin Processing] with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ How to set each - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 240
9. Using Menu Functions [Setup] setting When you select an item, the screen that asks you to select [Reinstate Adjustments], [Color Space], or [Picture Size] will be displayed. 1 Press 3/4 to select an item, and press [MENU/SET]. • If you select [Reinstate Adjustments], a confirmation screen will be - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 241
9. Using Menu Functions [Light Composition] Select multiple frames from 6K/4K burst files that you wish to combine. Parts of the image that are brighter than the preceding frame will be superimposed on the preceding frame to combine the frames into one picture. MENU > [Playback] > [Light - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 242
9. Using Menu Functions [Clear Retouch] • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables the touch operation. MENU > [Playback] > [Clear Retouch] 1 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Drag your finger over the part you want - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 243
9. Using Menu Functions [Text Stamp] You can stamp recording information on recorded images. LISA MENU > [Playback] > [Text Stamp] 1 Select the picture. (P233) • ['] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Set], and then press [MENU/SET]. [Shooting Date] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 244
9. Using Menu Functions [Copy] Copy images on the card to the other card. MENU > [Playback] > [Copy] 1 Press 3/4 to select [Copy Direction], and then press [MENU/SET]. Copies card slot 1 images to the card slot 2. Copies card slot 2 images to the card slot 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select the copying - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 245
9. Using Menu Functions [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. MENU > [Playback] > [Resize] Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 246
9. Using Menu Functions [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. MENU > [Playback] > [Cropping] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Rear dial (right): - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 247
9. Using Menu Functions [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually.) Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [OFF]. MENU > [Playback] > [Rotate] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 248
9. Using Menu Functions [Time Lapse Video] This function allows you to create a motion picture from a picture group recorded with [Time Lapse Shot]. MENU > [Playback] > [Time Lapse Video] 1 Select the [Time Lapse Shot] picture group with 2/1, and then press [MENU/ SET]. 2 Create a motion - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 249
9. Using Menu Functions [Picture Sort] You can set the order in which the camera displays images during playback. MENU > [Playback] > [Picture Sort] [FILE NAME] [DATE/TIME] Displays images by folder name/file name. This display format allows you to locate images in the card easily. Displays - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 250
more enjoyment possibilities with Bluetooth® You can connect to a smartphone that supports Bluetooth low energy any time. Connect to a smartphone to use a (P275) Sending images to PC (P276) Using Web services (P278) This owner's manual refer to both smartphones and tablets as smartphones from this - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 251
] in the [Setup] menu, you can set the lamp so that it will not light/ flash. (P222) ∫ About the [Wi-Fi] button In this owner's manual, a function button to which [Wi-Fi] is assigned is referred to as the [Wi-Fi] button. (By default, [Wi-Fi] is assigned to [Fn6] when - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 252
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function After connecting to a Wi-Fi network, you can perform the following operations by pressing [Wi-Fi]: [Terminate the Connection] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection. [Change the Destination] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection, and allows you to select a different Wi - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 253
, and then display [Help] in the "Image App". • Some of the screens and information provided in this owner's manual may differ from your device depending on the supported OS and "Image App" version. • The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used. For - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 254
smartphones Android: iOS: Android 5.0 or higher equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher (excluding those that do not support Bluetooth low energy) iOS 9.0 or higher (excluding the iPad 2) On the camera MENU > [Setup] > [Bluetooth] > [Bluetooth] > [SET] > [Pairing] • The camera enters pairing - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 255
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function • The paired smartphone will be registered as a paired device after connected via Wi-Fi. • Pairing needs to be set up only for the first connection. For the second and subsequent connections: (P255) When connected via Bluetooth, the camera automatically makes a - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 256
smartphone with the oldest registration history will be replaced. • Performing [Reset Network Settings] will delete registered device information. Using a smartphone that does not support Bluetooth low energy Connect to a smartphone via Wi-Fi. • You can also connect via Wi-Fi to a smartphone that - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 257
the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Using a password to set up a connection Connecting with a password further enhances security. You can scan a QR code or manually enter a password to set up a connection. Preparations: (On the camera) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Wi-Fi Password] > [ON - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 258
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Manually entering a password to set up a connection On the camera MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Remote Shooting & View] A SSID and password B QR - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 259
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ When connecting via a wireless access point ([Via Network]): On the camera 1 Select [Via Network]. • Follow the connection procedure described on P286 to connect the camera to a wireless access point. On your smartphone 2 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 260
energy. Wi-Fi Indicates that the function can be used with smartphones that do not support Bluetooth low energy. Bluetooth Wi-Fi Indicates that the function can be used with smartphones that support Bluetooth low energy. • Indicates that the function requires you to connect to a smartphone using - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 261
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Turning off the camera with the smartphone 1 Select [ 2 Select [ ]. OFF]. • When [Remote Wakeup] is set to [ON], the Bluetooth function continues to operate even after the camera is turned off, thus causing the battery to drain. Taking images via a - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 262
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Changing the camera's dial settings, etc. with your smartphone Set either the camera or the smartphone as the priority control device to be used during remote recording. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Priority of Remote Device] [Camera] Allows - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 263
)]. (To play back the image) 4 Touch the image to enlarge it. (To save the image or upload it on a social media site or other web service) 5 Touch and hold an image, and drag it to save it When you play a motion picture, image quality differs from that of the actual recorded - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 264
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Transferring recorded images to a smartphone automatically Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Wi-Fi The camera automatically transfers recorded images to a Bluetooth-connected smartphone via Wi-Fi. 1 Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone. (P254) - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 265
via "LUMIX CLUB". Once the setup procedure below is completed, you can back up data to a cloud storage service just by performing step 2. • Refer to the operating instructions of your smartphone for more information on how to set up a connection automatically in step 1. Setting up Auto Cloud - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 266
.panasonic.net/eng/c/ 2 Enter your "LUMIX CLUB" login ID and password and log in to the service. • If you are required to register an email address, operate following the on-screen instructions. 3 Select and register the cloud storage service you want to use in Cloud Storage Link Settings in Web - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 267
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Running a backup Preparations: • Set the camera to a state in which it can be turned on with the smartphone (standby state). (P260) - Camera: [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] are set to [ON]. - Camera: The Camera On/Off switch is set to [OFF]. • Camera: The card - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 268
performance can be optimized, such as one that offers a wide view of the sky, to try positioning. In addition, refer to the operating instructions of your smartphone. • Images with location information are indicated with [ ]. • Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the likeness rights - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 269
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Synchronizing the camera's clock with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Synchronize the clock and the time zone setting of the camera with those of a smartphone. 1 Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone. (P254) 2 Select the camera's - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 270
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Displaying pictures on a TV You can display pictures on a TV that supports DLNA (DMR). 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Playback on TV] 2 Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P285) 3 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 271
[4K] in [Rec Quality] • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • Refer to the manual of the destination equipment or the web service for more information on how to playback pictures. ∫ Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 272
Size] [File Format] (Destination: Only [Smartphone], [PC]) [Delete Location Data] (Destination: Only [Cloud Sync. Service], [Web service]) [Cloud Limit] (Destination: Only [Cloud Sync. Service]) Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Auto]/[Change] ([L], [M], [S] or [VGA]) • [Auto] is available only - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 273
point you want to connect to, and set. 3 Start "Image App". When connecting with [WPS Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Start "Image App". When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 Start - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 274
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Printing Wirelessly You can print pictures on printers that support PictBridge (wireless LAN)¢. ¢ Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. • For details on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer, contact the respective company. 1 Select the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 275
-Fi/Bluetooth function Sending images to AV device You can send pictures and motion pictures to an AV device (home AV device) that supports DLNA, such as a recorder. A Wireless access point B Home AV device 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 276
, create a new folder, or set a password to the folder, select [Create manually]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). When not using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (For Windows) Supported OS: Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 Example: Windows 7 1 Select a folder - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 277
] or [Direct], and connect. (P285) 3 Select the PC you want to connect to. • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Mac). 4 Select the folder you want to send. 5 Check the send settings, and - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 278
. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on web services. • When uploading images to the web service, do not delete images from this camera, even after they have finished sending, until you have checked that they have been - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 279
been registered to the "LUMIX CLUB" yet, register it. 4 Select and register the cloud storage service you want to use in Web service link settings. • Follow the instructions on the screen to register the service. Sending images 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 280
to exit the playback screen. You can also terminate the connection by pressing [Wi-Fi]. (P252) To change the settings for sending images or web service Terminate the Wi-Fi connection, and follow step 1 and onwards again. • You can also change the send settings by pressing [Wi-Fi] while using a Wi - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 281
> [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While Recording] or [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [Cloud Sync. Service] 2 Select [Via Network], and connect. (P285) 3 Check the send settings, and select [Set]. • To change the send setting, press [DISP.]. (P272) 4 When - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 282
a "LUMIX CLUB" login ID (free). Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note: • The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected troubles, and the service contents may be changed or added, without prior notice to the users. • The - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 283
smartphone Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or web services. ∫ When either this unit or the smartphone has acquired the login ID: 1 Connect this unit to the smartphone. (P253) 2 From the "Image App" menu, set - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 284
]. 3 Select [Yes] on the confirmation screen for deleting the "LUMIX CLUB" account. • The message is displayed. Select [Next]. • If you want to continue using the service, selecting [No] will only delete the login ID. 4 Select [OK]. 284 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 285
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function About Wi-Fi connections When you use [New Connection], select the connection method to set up a connection. On the other hand, when you use [Select a destination from History] or [Select a destination from Favorite], the camera connects to the selected device - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 286
settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices. For details about the compatibility and operation of the function, refer to the operating instructions for the wireless access point. 286 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 287
key. • Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point's radio waves may be too weak. Refer to "Message Display" (P321) and "Troubleshooting" (P323) for details. • Depending on - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 288
camera, select [WPS (PIN code)]. 2 Enter the PIN code of the device into this camera. [Manual Connection] Enter the SSID and password into the device. The SSID and password are displayed on the connection (P256) • Please also refer to the operating instructions of the device to be connected. 288 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 289
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Using the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 290
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Editing the items registered to favorites 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [Select a destination from Favorite] 2 Select the favorite history you want to edit, and then press 1. [Remove from Favorite] [Change the Order in - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 291
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. The settings cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] [Priority of Remote Device] Sets either the camera or the smartphone as the priority - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 292
10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function [Device Name] You can change the name (SSID) of this unit. 1 Press [DISP.]. 2 Enter the desired device name. • For information on how to enter characters, refer to P64. • A maximum of 32 characters can be entered. [Wi-Fi Function Lock] To prevent incorrect - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 293
those recorded with [Rec Quality] set to [4K/ 150M/60p]) on a Panasonic TV with SD card slots that supports 4K motion picture by inserting the card into the TV. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. ∫ Watching on a PC To play back 4K motion pictures on a PC, use the software " PHOTOfunSTUDIO - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 294
off. • HDMI output will be canceled if a USB connection cable (supplied) is connected simultaneously. • No sound is output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. 294 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 295
of the motion pictures that can be played back differs depending on the TV model. • For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Recording while monitoring camera images When using the HDMI output, you can record pictures and motion pictures while monitoring the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 296
11. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Switching the information displayed You can change the display shown during HDMI output using [HDMI Info Display (Rec)] in [TV Connection] on the [Setup] menu. [ON]: The camera display is output as is. [OFF]: Only images are output. • When you use the HDMI output - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 297
not guaranteed. When using devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. • This unit supports "VIERA Link Ver.5" function. "VIERA Link Ver.5" is the standard for Panasonic's VIERA Link compatible equipment. This - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 298
card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected capable of recognizing a mass storage device. • Windows support: Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 • Mac support: OS X v10.5 to v10.11, macOS 10. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 299
may take some time to download the software depending on the communication environment. • Supported OSs are current as of November 2017 and are subject to change. PHOTOfunSTUDIO 10.0 /4K photos, refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF file) for details. • "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" is not - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 300
"SILKYPIX Developer Studio", refer to the Help or the Ichikawa Soft Laboratory's support website. LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 LoiLoScope, read the LoiLoScope manual available for download at the site. • "LoiLoScope" is not compatible with Mac. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 301
11. Connecting to other equipment Transferring images to a PC Preparations: Install "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " to the PC. (P299) 1 Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). • Please turn on this unit and your PC before connecting. • Check the direction of the terminals and - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 302
11. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC without using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " (For Mac) Even if you are using a Mac, or in any situation where "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" cannot be installed, you can still copy files and folders by connecting the camera to the computer and then dragging and dropping - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 303
pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format. (JPEG, RAW, AVCHD or MP4). • 6K/4K burst files (MP4 format) are not supported by Panasonic recorders. Dubbing can be performed when the camera and a Panasonic recorder with a USB socket are connected with a USB connection cable. • Use - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 304
v10.11, macOS 10.12 Interface USB port (Super Speed USB (USB 3.0)) • Supported OSs are current as of November 2017 and are subject to change. • For details on how to use the "LUMIX Tether", refer to the operation guide of "LUMIX Tether" (PDF file). • To download the software, you need - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 305
11. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Operating the camera from a PC Preparations: Install "LUMIX Tether" to the PC. 1 Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). • Please turn on this unit and your PC before connecting. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 306
11. Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera's monitor. • Group pictures will not be displayed as group pictures but as single - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 307
11. Connecting to other equipment • If a connection to the printer cannot be made, set [USB Power Supply] in the [Setup] menu to [OFF] and try reconnecting to the printer. • Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 308
the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.) • If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the yellow during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high, - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 309
on the screen. • If the terminal cover is hard to remove, flip the cover's corner by the camera's recess toward the center. • Read the operating instructions of the battery grip for details. 309 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 310
Mode when using for motion picture recording. Motion picture recording can be started/stopped with the shutter remote control. • Read the operating instructions of the shutter remote control for details. Not available in these cases: • You cannot use the shutter remote control for the following - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 311
one direction by shutting out background and surrounding noise. [S.SHOTGUN] Allows recording within the range even narrower than that of [SHOTGUN]. [MANUAL] Allows recording within the range you set manually. 3 (When [MANUAL] is selected) Press 2/1 to select a range, and press [MENU/SET]. 311 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 312
Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu is assigned when [Special Mic.] is set to [MANUAL], the screen that lets you set the range will be displayed. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of the external microphone. AC adaptor (optional)/DC coupler (optional) By using the AC adaptor - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 313
12. Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ style) in the monitor. In recording ] (monitor 60p 4:3 L BKT AFS Fn6 ラュン Fn7 ʷ MINI Fn8 F SS AEL 1 BKT BKT BKT 2.8 60 0 200 AWB 98 C1 P Recording - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 314
) Program Shift (P72) 2.8 Aperture value (P42) BKT 2.8 Aperture Bracket (P143) 60 Shutter speed (P42) Exposure compensation value (P107) BKT Exposure Bracket (P142) Brightness (P69, 84) Manual Exposure Assistance (P75) ISO sensitivity (P109) 314 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 315
12. Others 5 6 BKT AWB AWBc VÐî Ñ 1 1 98 r20 8m30s White Balance Bracket, White Balance Bracket (Color Temperature) (P144) White Balance Fine Adjustment (P113) White Balance (P111) Color (P69) Number of recordable pictures (P31) Maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously (P117 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 316
supplied (P26) Card (displayed only during recording) (P29) 2 ISO AUTO 0 0 ISO sensitivity (P109) Exposure compensation value (P107) Brightness (P69) Manual Exposure Assistance (P75) ‰ Œ Flash Mode (P158) WL Flash (P159, 161) 3 Single (P114) SH2 Burst (P115) 6K/4K Photo (P119) Post - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 317
12. Others In playback 3 1 Ü3 å ' 8m30s 2 4:3 L 60p 4:3 L 1/98 SLF F2.8 60 2 0 00 AWB Playback Mode (P235) Protected picture (P236) Location Logging (P268) Rating (P236) Cable disconnect prohibit icon (P307) Motion picture playback (P177) Save pictures from the 6K/4K burst file - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 318
12. Others In playback Detailed information display AFS 1/5 4:3 L s RGB STD. 1 5500 ISO 200 0 F2.8 60 0 10:00 DEC. 1.2018 100-0001 Photo style, Highlight shadow display 3/5 ISO 200 0 F2.8 60 10:00 DEC. 1.2018 100-0001 Lens information display 5/5 Histogram display 2/5 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 319
12. Others Status LCD Indications The camera's recording information is displayed. *All pieces of information are shown here for explanatory purposes. In recording 1 White Balance (P111) 2 Metering Mode (P192) 3 Aperture value (P42) 4 ISO sensitivity (P109) 5 Shutter speed ( - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 320
12. Others ∫ Battery level indicator A This indicates the power supply source. B The battery level of the battery in the camera C The battery level of the battery in the battery grip • The battery level icon for the battery in the camera is not displayed when a AC adaptor (optional) is used. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 321
12. Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] • This feature can only be used with pictures that comply with the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 322
12. Others [Recording was cancelled due to the limitation of the writing speed of the card] • Depending on the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] of a motion picture, the speed class rating required for the card differs. 6K/4K photo recording requires a card that meets a particular speed class rating. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 323
12. Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P323 to P331). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P231) on the [Setup] menu. When I shake the camera, I hear a rattling sound from the camera. - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 324
12. Others Recording Taking pictures is not possible. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • Is [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] menu set to [FOCUS]? (P209) You cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus. The recorded picture is - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 325
set [Flkr Decrease] (P203). It can reduce the flicker or striping by allowing you to set a fixed shutter speed. You can set the shutter speed manually in the Creative Video Mode. (P171) Stripes appear in high ISO sensitivity. • Stripes may appear in high ISO sensitivity or depending on the lens you - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 326
12. Others Motion pictures Recording motion pictures is not possible. • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card. Motion picture recording stops in the middle. • Depending on the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] of a motion picture, - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 327
. The color tone of the viewfinder differs from the actual tone. • Being a characteristic of the viewfinder of this unit, this phenomenon is not a problem. Recorded images are not affected. Playback The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures. • Is the card inserted? • Is this - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 328
12. Others Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. ∫ General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection • Use within the communication range of the device to be connected. • Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 329
. • Confirm that the login information (login ID/user name/email address/password) is correct. It takes time to transmit an image to the web service. Transmission of the image fails midway. Some images cannot be transmitted. • Is the size of the image too large? > Reduce the image size at [Size - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 330
to a printer. • Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not support PictBridge. • Set to [PictBridge(PTP)] in [USB Mode]. (P226) The ends cancel this function before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) • When you order photo studios to print - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 331
12. Others Others When I shake the camera, I hear a rattling sound from the attached lens. • Depending on the lens you attach, it may move inside and create a sound. This is not a malfunction. The camera makes a noise when this unit is turned on. • This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 332
12. Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera 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 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 333
, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. ∫ About dirt on the image sensor This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera body when changing lenses - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 334
12. Others Removing dirt on the image sensor The image sensor is very precise and delicate, so be sure to observe the following when you do have to clean it yourself. • Blow off the dust on the surface of the image sensor with a commercially available blower brush. Be careful not to blow too - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 335
12. Others About the Lens • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 336
12. Others About the Charger/AC adaptor (supplied) • The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave. This phenomenon has no effects on charging. • If you use the AC adaptor (supplied) near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 337
may contain information that can be used for identifying individuals such as titles, recording dates, and location information. When uploading images on web services, check carefully, and then upload. When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 338
the lens. Therefore it is recommended to attach the tripod adaptor (DMW-TA1: optional) before mounting on the tripod/unipod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully. About the shoulder strap • If you attach a heavy interchangeable lens (more than about 1 kg/35.3 oz) to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 339
12. Others Wi-Fi function ∫ Use the camera as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 340
in the U.S. and other countries. • iPad, iPhone, iPod, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. 340 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 341
Alliance®. • DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • This . • Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 342
that have been added or modified. Also refer to the "Owner's Manual for advanced features". • To check the firmware version of the camera, or to download/update the firmware, visit the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (English only) Click here to move to the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 343
Rec. Button (Remote)] has been added to the [Custom] menu ........ F-9 Firmware Ver. 2.0 Additions/changes to the Auto Focus function F-10 • Animal detection AF is now supported F-10 • [AF-ON Near] and [AF-ON Far] have been added to [AF/AE Lock] in the [Custom] menu F-12 • [Display While AFS] has - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 344
)] in [Auto Review] in the [Custom] menu F-30 • The AE Lock is now available in the Manual Exposure Mode F-30 • [MODE1] has been added to [Live View Boost] in the [Custom] menu ...... F-30 • Support for aperture/shutter speed operations when monitor is off F-31 • Functions that can be assigned to - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 345
/download/d_pfs10pe.html (English only) "LUMIX Tether" • Check the following site and then download and install the software: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_lumixtether.html (English only) About extended menus (Firmware Ver. 2.0 or higher) The menus below become available - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 346
Firmware Ver. 1.1 Addition of new functions [L.Monochrome D] has been added to [Photo Style] in the [Rec] menu Applicable modes: MENU > [Rec] > [Photo Style] [L.Monochrome D] Monochrome effect that creates a dynamic impression with enhanced highlights and shadows. • You can adjust the - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 347
be available. [Focus Ring Lock] has been added to the [Custom] menu This disables the focus ring operation of the interchangeable lens during Manual Focus to lock the focus. MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Focus Ring Lock] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • [MFL] is displayed on the recording screen while - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 348
Firmware Ver. 1.1 Improved ease of operation / Other function additions/modifications The aperture can now be narrowed to a value up to F11 when recording in High Resolution Mode MENU > [Rec] > [High Resolution Mode] Items that can be assigned to the function buttons have been added MENU > [ - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 349
Firmware Ver. 1.1 [Returning from Sleep Mode] has been added to [Bluetooth] in the [Setup] menu Select the smartphone function with which you want to shorten the time required to wake the camera from [Sleep Mode]. • Set [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] to [ON] in advance. MENU > [Setup] > [Bluetooth - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 350
The aperture value setting increments for operating the aperture ring can be changed. • This can be used when using interchangeable lenses that support clickless aperture rings (H-X1025: optional). (As of July 2019) • This works when the interchangeable lens aperture ring position is set to other - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 351
Firmware Ver. 2.0 Additions/changes to the Auto Focus function Animal detection AF is now supported Animal Detection AF is now supported, and the Auto Focus Mode [ ] ([Face/Eye Detection]) has been changed to [ ] ([Face/Eye/Body/Animal Detect.]). 1 Press [ ]. 2 Select [ ] ([Face/Eye/Body/Animal - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 352
Firmware Ver. 2.0 ∫ Specify the person, animal, or eye to bring into focus When the person or animal to be brought into focus is shown using the white AF area, you can change this to a yellow AF area. Touch operation Touch the person, animal or eye indicated with the white AF area. • The AF area - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 353
Firmware Ver. 2.0 [AF-ON Near] and [AF-ON Far] have been added to [AF/AE Lock] in the [Custom] menu When the [AF/AE LOCK] button is pressed, AF (Auto Focus) operates giving priority to subjects that are either close-up or distant. MENU > [Custom] > [Focus / Release Shutter] > [AF/AE Lock] [AF- - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 354
Firmware Ver. 2.0 [MODE2] has been added to [Continuous AF] in the [Motion Picture] menu Applicable modes: You can select how to set the focus in AF during recording motion pictures. The camera is now able to continue to focus even during motion picture recording standby. MENU > [Motion Picture - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 355
rate (HEVC/H.265). To play back motion pictures recorded in this mode on a device other than this camera, you will need a playback device that supports HEVC/H.265. • Recording uses Long GOP to compress the images. • Recording is with the AAC audio format. • Sensor output is with the same number - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 356
a high-performance PC environment. • Motion pictures in 4:2:2/10 bit formats are intended for editing on a computer used for video production. As such, they are not supported by TVs, recorders, and players manufactured by Panasonic. • To record motion pictures to a card, use a card that - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 357
Firmware Ver. 2.0 ∫ Approximate operating time (when using the monitor) • When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. [MP4 HEVC] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/72M/30p]) When the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060) is used Recordable time Approx. 130 min - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 358
Firmware Ver. 2.0 ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • "h" is an abbreviation for hour, "m" for minute and "s" for second. • Available recording time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. • [Rec Format]: [MP4 HEVC] [Rec Quality] [4K/72M/30p - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 359
Firmware Ver. 2.0 ∫ Continuous recording time, dividing of files [Rec Format] [Rec Quality] [MP4 HEVC] [MOV] All FHD [4K/10bit/150M/30p] [4K/8bit/100M/30p] [4K/10bit/150M/24p] [4K/8bit/100M/24p] [4K/8bit/150M/60p] Continuous recording time Dividing of files 29 minutes and 59 seconds 10 - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 360
Firmware Ver. 2.0 [HDMI Rec Output] has been added to the [Motion Picture] menu Applicable modes: [HDMI Rec Output] used to set HDMI output during recording has been added to the [Motion Picture] menu. In line with this, [HDMI Info Display (Rec)] in [TV Connection] in the [Setup] menu has been - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 361
/100M/24p] [FHD/8bit/100M/60p] [FHD/8bit/100M/30p] 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select a recording format and recording quality that support variable frame rate recording. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Rec Format] • Variable frame rate recording cannot be performed with [MP4] or [MP4 HEVC]. MENU - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 362
frames greater than 60 fps, the picture quality may deteriorate. • When using an interchangeable lens with no focus ring, you cannot set focus with Manual Focus. • To play back or import motion pictures recorded with [Variable Frame Rate] using a device other than this camera, you will need either - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 363
. • The monitor and viewfinder of the camera are not capable of displaying images in HLG format. • HDR images appear darker on devices that do not support the HLG format. ∫ [Hybrid Log Gamma] has been added to [Photo Style] You can record HDR motion pictures in HLG format by setting [Photo Style - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 364
via HDMI while applying the effect of [MODE2]. This conversion setting works only when the camera is connected to a device that does not support HDR (HLG format). [MODE2] Converts images before outputting them via HDMI while giving priority to the brightness of main subjects. [MODE1] Converts - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 365
Firmware Ver. 2.0 [16-235] has been added to [Luminance Level] in the [Motion Picture] menu Applicable modes: The [16-235] setting item is added, and operation changes to the following. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Luminance Level] Settings: [0-255]/[16-235]/[16-255] • When [Rec Quality] is set - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 366
is now possible Upgrade Software Key (DMW-SFU1: optional) is now supported. Using an Upgrade Software Key to activate the camera enables usage [Setup] menu, re-activation is not required. • Refer to the installation guide supplied with the Upgrade Software Key (DMW-SFU1: optional) for details about - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 367
via HDMI of images to which LUT data is applied Importing LUT files • Supported LUT data format: - The ".vlt" format, which meets the requirements specified in the "VARICAM 3DLUT REFERENCE MANUAL Rev.1.0" - File names consisting of up to 8 alphanumeric characters (excluding extension) Preparations - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 368
Firmware Ver. 2.0 3 Press 3/4 to select the LUT data you want to import and then press [MENU/ SET]. 4 Press 3/4 to select the item to which you want to register the data and then press [MENU/SET]. • Up to 4 pieces of LUT data can be registered. • If you select an item containing registered data, it - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 369
Firmware Ver. 2.0 ∫ [Waveform Monitor] has been added to the [Creative Video] menu Applicable modes: Luminance can be checked using the waveform. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the menu. MENU > [Creative Video] > [Waveform Monitor] > [ON] 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the display position - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 370
Firmware Ver. 2.0 Other function additions/modifications [Motion Blur Processing] has been added to [High Resolution Mode] in the [Rec] menu Applicable modes: Sets the correction method to use when the subject moved. MENU > [Rec] > [High Resolution Mode] > [Motion Blur Processing] [MODE1] - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 371
[Duration Time (photo)] > [0.5SEC] The AE Lock is now available in the Manual Exposure Mode MENU > [Custom] > [Focus / Release Shutter] > [AF/AE Lock [AE LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK] • The AE Lock can be used in the Manual Exposure Mode when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. [MODE1] has been added - Panasonic DC-G9 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 372
Firmware Ver. 2.0 Support for aperture/shutter speed operations when monitor is off Aperture value and shutter speed settings with the front dial and rear dial are now possible
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DC-G9
DVQP1402ZC
F1217HN2119
Message Display
P321
Troubleshooting
P323
Finding the information you need
P2
Contents
P4
Contents by Function
P10
Menu list
P184
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(U.S. customers only)
Firmware Update
A firmware update has been made available to improve camera capabilities and to
add functionality.
• For information about functions that have been added or modified, refer to the pages for
“Firmware Update”.