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    Owner's Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-G5 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) VQT4H13 F0612MC0
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    camera ...7 Standard Accessories 8 Names and Functions of Components 9 About the Lens ...16 Preparation Changing the Lens ...17 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 20 Charging the Battery still picture 38 • Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function 39 • Switching the Information Displayed on the
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    AE)...........116 Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed ...117 • Aperture-Priority AE Mode 117 • Shutter-Priority AE Mode 118 • Manual Exposure Mode 119 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) .... 121 • [Clear Portrait 122 • [Silky Skin] ...122
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    • [Cool Night Sky 125 • [Warm Glowing Nightscape 126 • [Artistic Nightscape 126 • [Glittering Illuminations 126 • [Clear Night Portrait 127 • [Soft Image of a Flower 127 • [Appetizing Food 128 • [Cute Dessert 128 • [Freeze Animal Motion 129 • [Clear Sports Shot 129 • [Monochrome 129
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    • [ISO Increments 154 • [Long Shtr NR 155 • [Shading Comp 155 • [Digital Zoom]...156 • [Electronic Shutter 156 • [Burst Rate]...156 • [Auto Bracket 156 • [Self Timer] ...156 • [Color Space] ...157 • [Stabilizer] ...157 • [Face Recog 157 • [Profile Setup 158 • [Recommended Filter 158 Using
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    Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC 197 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder 201 Printing the Pictures 202 Others Optional accessories 206 LCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display 209 Cautions for Use...212 Message Display ...218 Troubleshooting ...221 - 6 -
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    with this unit, such as when using it on a rainy day or at the beach. Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera body. Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may cause a malfunction or damage. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or LCD Monitor is
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    will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to "Basic Owner's Manual". • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. • SD Memory Card
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    Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 Self-timer indicator (P93)/ AF Assist Lamp (P168) 2 Sensor 3 Flash (P84) 4 Lens fitting mark (P17) 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button (P18) 1 23 45 6 7 8 [
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    P31) 27 Shutter button (P38 attached. 35 Card/Battery door (P26) 36 camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 38 38 [REMOTE] socket (P208) 39 39 [HDMI] socket (P193) 40 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P193, 198, 201, 202) 41 DC coupler cover 40 41 • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic
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    G X VARIO PZ 14- 42 mm/ F3.5 -5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) Before Use H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 - 42 mm/ F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 12 3 45 1 Lens surface 2 Zoom lever (P81) 3 Focus lever (P101) 4 Contact point 5 Lens fitting mark (P17) 6 Focus ring (
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    Before Use LCD Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180 o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its
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    commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection the touch screen is not responsive. • Avoid letting the hand holding the camera accidently apply pressure to the touch screen. Doing so may affect the touch
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    or Press 3/4/2/1 Even when the camera is operated using the touch screen, it is possible to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the is described as follows in this Owner's Manual. e.g.: Rotating left or right e.g.: Pressing the rear dial - 14 -
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    . • When using an interchangeable lens (H-FS014042, H-FS45150) that does not support the power zoom, the camera assigns the [EXP.] operation. Zoom operations are operable. Exposure compensation is operable. (In the Manual Exposure Mode: Aperture setting is operable.) • Exit the menu after it is
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    design. For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of
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    camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P213, P214 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Attaching the lens 1 Turn the lens rear cap A and the body the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the
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    cap. 2 While pressing on the lens release button B, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside. • Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not get scratched
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    Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture
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    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 strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the
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    we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors. 1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction
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    ] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes - The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge
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    • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (4 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image stabilizer function
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    Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor) - [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used Recordable time Actual recordable time Approx. 150 min Approx. 75 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used
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    on ski slopes. - Using the [AUTO] of [LCD Mode] or [MODE1] of [LCD Mode]. - When flash is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new
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    battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 2 Battery: Being careful about the battery not a malfunction. • Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone
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    Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to
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    Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [
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    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. ON OFF 2 Touch [
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    setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.) Note • If the clock is not set, the correct date even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera. - 30 -
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    Basic Selecting the Recording Mode ∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dial Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A. ∫ To select Intelligent Auto Mode Press [¦]. • [¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto
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    Exposure Mode (P119) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Custom Mode (P139) Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. Scene Guide Mode (P121) This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded
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    not cover the flash, the AF assist lamp A or the microphone B with your fingers or other objects. • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button. • When taking pictures, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person, an object etc
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    with [Sensitivity]. • Eye sensor might not work properly depending on the shape of your eyeglasses, the way you hold the camera, or bright light shining around the eyepiece. Switch manually in that case. • The eye sensor is disabled during motion picture playback and slide show. ∫ Switching the LCD
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    is set to [ON], the camera automatically adjusts the focus as the the following conditions: - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Third lenses Setting the focus position with to a desired position. • Press the shutter button halfway to determine the focus position. If
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    abbreviation of "Auto Focus Continuous". In this mode, while the shutter button is pressed halfway, focusing is constantly performed to match the the subject position at the time of recording. (Movement prediction) MF Set the focus manually. (P101) • When recording using [AFF], [AFC] - It may take
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    Basic 3 Press the shutter button halfway. A 3.5 60 B Focus Mode Focus Focus indication AF is first achieved during the pressing halfway. • When the brightness is insufficient for [AFF] or [AFC], the camera will operate as if [AFS] has been set. In this case, the display will change to the yellow
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    still picture • Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4( ). 1 Select the Recording Mode. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set
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    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 change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible. 3 Touch the subject you wish to focus on
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    Basic Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Press [DISP.] to change. • You can select between [ ] (LCD monitor style) and [ ] (viewfinder style) for each of the LCD monitor and the viewfinder display screen using [LCD Disp.Style] and [LVF Disp.Style] in the [Custom] menu.
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    sensor display With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc. 1 Press [DISP.] to display the tilt sensor. 2 Check the tilt of the camera.   A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical direction: Correcting downward tilt • When the tilt of
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    recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them. Press [¦]. • The camera will switch to either the most recently used of Intelligent Auto the cursor button towards 2, and then pressing the shutter button halfway. For details, refer to P97. - 42 -
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    (Face Detection) • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene detection has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be slower than normal. Take care not to move the camera while taking pictures. • An optimum scene for the specified
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    used. (P84) • When [ ] or [ ] is set, Digital Red-Eye Correction is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. ∫ Functions that work automatically and menu options which are disabled The following functions are performed automatically to allow the camera to make the optimal settings
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    on the scene that is automatically identified, it may be possible to select from a number of different image effects (filters) automatically recommended by the camera, with reference to example images. (Only available when [Recommended Filter] on the recording menu is set to [ON]. At the time of
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    to your preferences. This mode is useful if you do not like dealing with detailed settings but like the settings made automatically by the camera to match your preferences. • Except for allowing setting of the brightness and color, Intelligent Auto Plus Mode is identical to Intelligent Auto Mode
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    take a picture also by touching [ ]. • The brightness and color settings will return to the default (center point) when this unit is turned off or the camera is switched to another Recording Mode. - 47 -
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    Basic Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function Applicable modes: You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. • Defocus Control setting screen can also be displayed by pressing the rear dial. 3 Drag the
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    of a motion picture when the function is used. • Depending on the lens used, Defocus Control function may not operate. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. • In [Miniature Effect] of Creative Control Mode, Defocus Control cannot be used. - 49 -
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    Settings (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness in the [Rec] menu. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Note • The shutter speed is automatically set between about 20 seconds and 1/4000th of a second in the following
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    Value]. The EV changes with the aperture value or the shutter speed. • If the exposure is not adequate when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the aperture value and shutter speed turn red and blink. • Program Shift is canceled and the camera returns to normal Program AE Mode if more than 10
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    AF ON OFF ON OFF Settings You can have the camera focus continuously. • Press the shutter button halfway when it is difficult to focus on the subject set the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway or touching the subject. You can focus manually. • Depending on the recording conditions
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    recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. • For details on AVCHD Progressive and MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 53 -
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    speed camera may go on recording for a certain period. Please continue to hold the camera use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor ( Shutter-Priority AE Mode • Manual Exposure Mode • [Clear in Backlight] (Scene Guide Mode) • [Clear Nightscape]/[Artistic Nightscape]/[Clear Night Portrait] (Scene Guide
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    during recording of the motion picture. • In the Creative Control Mode [Miniature Effect], there may be a slight delay between fully pressing the shutter button and recording. • Pictures will be recorded with the set picture size and quality. • The screen will go dark while recording pictures
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    to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button. • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status. • You can or press the shutter button halfway. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard "Design rule for Camera File system" established
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    Basic Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Touch [ ]. • It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the following icons. - [ ]: 1 screen - [ ]: 12 screens - [ ]: 30 screens - [ CAL ]: Calendar screen display • Playback screen can also be switched by rotating the rear dial.
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    recorded on that day is displayed. • You can display the Calendar between January 2000 and December 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera, the recording date is set as January 1st, 2012. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [World Time], the pictures are displayed
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    Basic Using the Playback Zoom Touch the part you want to enlarge firmly. A 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k 2X • You can also enlarge/reduce the picture by rotating the rear dial. • You can also enlarge/reduce the picture by sliding the function lever. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position
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    Basic Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen. • Screen will switch as follows:     1/98 F3.5 60 0 160 AWB F3.5 60 0 WB AWB ISO 160 AFS P STD. s RGB 100-0001 1/98 F3.5 60 0 ISO160 100-0001  A With information¢1
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    playing back corresponds to 3/4/2/1 on the cursor button. ¢ The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you touch [ ]/[ ] again. Note • When using a high software on the CD-ROM (supplied). • Motion pictures recorded with other camera may not be able to play back on this unit. • Motion pictures recorded
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    Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. 1 Touch [ ] during Motion Picture playback. 2 Touch [ ]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Note • It will be saved with [Picture Size]
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    is selected) Touch [OK]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. Note • Do not turn the camera off while deleting. Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). • Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time
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    the rear dial. • If you set [Menu Resume] (P75) in the [Setup] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [Quality] from [A] to [›] 1 Press [MENU/SET
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    releasing the finger there. Note • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications. - 65 -
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    Basic ∫ Close the menu Touch [ ] or press the shutter button halfway. (When operating buttons) Press [ ]. ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu. Touch [ ] or another of the menu toggle
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    be registered. If an image has already been registered, it will be overwritten.) [From internal memory] Set the default image (1 image) in the camera as the background. [Registered image] Set the last image selected from the SD card as the background. [No static image] Set a background without
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    can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu. 2 Touch the menu the setting is complete. • You can close the menu by pressing the shutter button halfway. Note • You can also set items by pressing the
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    (P153) [Rec] menu/Recording functions • [i.Resolution] (P154) • [Digital Zoom] (P80) • [Electronic Shutter] (P156) • [Stabilizer] (P78) • [Sensitivity] (P111) • [Function Lever] (P15) • [Histogram] (P164) • [Guide Line] (P165) • [Step Zoom] (P169) • [Zoom Speed] (P169) • [Rec Area] (P171) 3 Touch
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    Basic About the Setup Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P64. [Clock Set] and [Economy] are important items. Check their settings before using them. [Clock Set] - • Refer to P29 for details. [World Time] Set the time in your home area and travel destination.
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    Vol]: [ ] (High) [ ] (Low) [ ] (OFF) • The [E-Shutter Vol] only works when [SH] for Burst Mode or [Electronic Shutter] is set to [ON]. [Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. - 71 -
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    [LCD Mode] „ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. ... 1 [MODE1]: Make the LCD monitor brighter. ... 2 [MODE2]: Set the LCD monitor to the standard brightness. ... 3 [MODE3]: Make the LCD monitor darker. • The brightness of the
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    battery. [Economy] [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera .]/[1MIN.] • Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting
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    the setting is [AUTO], match with the image format your TV can display, and select the number of effective scanning lines. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.) - 74 -
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    VIERA equipment by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI mini cable (optional). [VIERA Link] [ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. (P33) [ON]/[OFF] • When you
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    a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. [Version Disp.] - • This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is not mounted. • Touch [Software info] on the version display
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    , please try another card before contacting your nearest Service Center. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to
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    lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. - The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042, H-FS014042, H-FS45150) supports the shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional) (P208). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button
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    the following cases. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button. - When there is a lot of jitter. - When the zoom magnification is high. - When using the Digital Zoom. - When taking pictures while following a moving subject. - When the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures
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    the deterioration. Conditions None when taking still pictures: Set the picture size to [M] or [S] (picture size with [ ]). when recording motion pictures: Set the [Digital Zoom] to [2k] or [4k] in the [Rec]/ [Motion Picture] menu. Set [Ex. Tele Conv.] to [ON]. ¢1 When a picture size of
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    side: Enlarges distant subject Move to W side: Widens angle of view • The zoom speed varies depending on how far you move the zoom lever. T Rotate to T side using the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042/H-FS45150) that do not support the power zoom (Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recoding
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    Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P93) for taking pictures. • Extended Tele Conversion for still picture and [Digital Zoom] cannnot be used in the following cases. - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] - When [Burst Rate] is set to [SH] - When [HDR] is set
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    lenses (H-FS014042/H-FS45150) that do not support power zoom, the zoom operation is limited to Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recoding. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ ]. • The slide bar is displayed. 3 Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide bar. • The zoom speed
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    light. Red-Eye]) ([Slow Sync.]) When taking pictures against a dark background landscape, this feature ([Slow Sync./ Red-Eye]) will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated. Dark background landscape will appear brighter. • Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark
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    the Recording Mode. (±: Available, -: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Guide Mode) Intelligent Auto Mode Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Program AE Mode Aperture-Priority AE Mode Shutter-Priority AE Mode Manual Exposure Mode Creative Control Mode [Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin] [Backlit Softness
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    Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. When changing scene using Scene Guide Mode, the Scene Guide Mode flash setting is returned to the default value with each change of scene. • Flash will not be activated
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    Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. ¢2 This becomes B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • When the flash is activated the fastest shutter speed . • When you use certain lenses, light from the flash may subject was far away from the camera or was not looking at the
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    or playback screen. • The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the subject. • When the aperture and shutter speed values are displayed in the screen in the Program AE Mode, Program
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    Recording Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Pictures taken with a burst speed of [SH] will be recorded as a single burst group (P173). 1 Press 4 ( ). 2 Touch burst icon ([ ], etc.). SH H M L LV LV H 31/3 10
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    speed may become slower because the camera is continuously focusing on the subject. ¢3 Burst speed takes priority, and focus is estimated within possible range. Note • We recommend using the remote shutter Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[
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    Applicable modes: Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket [Step]: [3•1/3], [Sequence]: [0/s/r] 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV 1 Press 4 ( ). j1/3 EV
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    AFS • If you press and hold the shutter button, the number of pictures that you set [0] if you change the Auto Bracket setting or turn the camera off before all the pictures that you set are taken. ∫ Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star
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    . 10 10 2 H 31/3 10 6HW Item Settings Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 seconds intervals. Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. • When using a tripod, etc., this setting is a convenient way to avoid
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    after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds). • When [ ] is selected, the self-timer indicator blinks again after the first and the second pictures are taken and the shutter is activated 2 seconds after it blinks. Note • Time setting for the self timer can also be set by [Self Timer] in the [Rec] menu. • We
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    the following conditions. - [Clear Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Artistic Nightscape]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Appetizing Food]/[Cute Dessert] (Scene Guide Mode) • The [ ] is disabled in the following cases. - [AFF]/[AFC] ([Focus Mode]) • The AF Mode is fixed to [Ø] in
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    matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) When the camera detects a person's face, the AF area is displayed. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that
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    AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • The AF area turns yellow when the shutter button is released. • Lock is canceled Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower]/[Monochrome] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Sepia]/[Dynamic Monochrome]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (
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    the composition in [Ø], you can bring the subject into the AF area, fix the focus and exposure by pressing the shutter button halfway, move the camera to the composition you want with the shutter button pressed halfway, and then take the picture. (Only when the [Focus Mode] is set to [AFS].) About
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    Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area • Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function. When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. 1 Touch the subject. • AF area setting screen is displayed. • AF area setting
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    , the metering may be affected by the brightness around the AF area. • [Direct Focus Area] is fixed to [OFF] in Creative Control Mode. • When using digital zoom, the position and size of the AF area cannot be changed. - 100 -
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    on nearby subject Move to B side: Focuses on faraway subject • The focusing speed varies depending on how far you move the focus lever. Rotate to C side: . (MF Assist A) • When [MF Guide] on the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and you focus manually, the MF guide B is displayed on the screen. You
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    Turning the camera off - When [Reset] is touched in the setup screen for the enlarged area ∫ Closing the MF Assist • It will close when the shutter button is Assist is disabled when using the Digital Zoom or recording motion pictures. • MF Assist or MF guide may not display depending on the
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    (depth of field) is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may become to measure the focus distance. Use this when taking pictures with Manual Focus or taking close-up pictures. A Focus distance reference mark
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    release [AF/AE LOCK], AF/AE Lock is canceled. • Only the exposure is locked in the default setting. 3 While pressing [AF/AE LOCK], move the camera as you compose the picture and then press shutter button fully. A AE Lock indication • When [AE] is set, after pressing the
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    locked. • [AFL], [AEL], the focus indication, aperture value and the shutter speed light when the subject is focused and the exposure is set. Note • If only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • AE Lock and AF
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    When taking pictures outdoors in the shade [Ñ] [ ]¢ When taking pictures under incandescent lights When taking pictures with the flash only [ 1 ]/[ 2 ] The manually set value is used [] When using the preset color temperature setting ¢It will operate as [AWB] during motion picture recording
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    ]. • The White Balance is only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera's flash. • The set White Balance is maintained even after this unit is turned different Scene Guide Mode, [White Balance] for the Scene Guide Mode that was set will return to [AWB]. • In the Scene Guide Modes listed
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    Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Select [ 1 ], [ 2 ] and then touch [White Set]. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then
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    can finely adjust the White Balance independently for each White Balance item. • The White Balance fine adjustment setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The White Balance fine adjustment level returns to the standard setting (center point) in the following cases. - When you reset
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    is set. • The White Balance Bracket setting is released when this unit has been turned off (including Sleep Mode). • You will only hear the shutter sound once. • The White Balance Bracket does not work in the following cases: - When recording motion pictures - When [HDR] is set to [ON] - 110
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    (P154) of [Rec] menu is set to anything except [OFF], it is set automatically within the value set in [ISO Limit Set]. Recording location (recommended) Shutter speed Noise Jitter of the subject 160 When it is light (outdoors) Slow Less Increased 12800 When it is dark Fast Increased Less - 111 -
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    (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject. • The shutter speed is not fixed when the
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    (P153) • [i.Resolution] (P154) • [i.Dynamic] (P152) • [Digital Zoom] (P80) • [Electronic Shutter] (P156) • [Stabilizer] (P78) • [Sensitivity] (P111) • [ [Function Lever] (P15) • [Histogram] (P164) • [Guide Line] (P165) • [Step Zoom] (P169) • [Zoom Speed] (P169) • [Rec Area] (P171) • Exit the menu
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    Recording Note • Some functions cannot be used depending on the mode or displayed screen. • When [Level Gauge] is enabled, you can turn the tilt sensor display on/off. (P41) • When set to [Focus Area Set], it is possible to display the position setting screen of either AF area or MF Assist. • [
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    : Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual picture that will be taken with that shutter speed. When the shutter speed is set for high speed, display in the shutter speed preview will be displayed like a time-release film. It is used in cases such as stopping the movement of running water
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    is not adequate • If the aperture values and shutter speed blink red A when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • If the Manual Exposure Assistance is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode. For more details on Manual Exposure Assistance, refer to P119. 3.5 4000 16 -3 0 A 1 Set
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    Meter]. Unsuitable areas of the range are displayed in red. • If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red and blink when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • When using a lens having an aperture ring, set the position of the aperture ring to [A] to activate
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    If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red and blink when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • Display of the shutter speed will count down when the shutter speed is set slow and the shutter button is pressed all the way. • We recommend using a tripod when
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    indicate the exposure. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed. A Exposure meter B Aperture value C Shutter speed D Manual Exposure Assistance A SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 5.6 30 -3 0 BC D Aperture value Reduces It becomes easier to
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    the shutter speed set to [B], use a sufficiently charged battery. (P21) • When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], noise may become visible. To avoid picture noise, we recommend setting [Long Shtr NR] in the [Rec] menu to [ON] before taking pictures. (P155) • The Manual Exposure
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    • The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. - Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style]/[Sensitivity]/[Metering Mode]/ [Digital
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    are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. [Silky Skin] Brighter face and softer skin color creates a healthy younger look. Note • If you are using a lens with the zoom function
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    are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. - 123 -
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    [Distinct Scenery] Recording Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery. [Bright Blue Sky] On a sunny day, the overall screen brightness is increased to create a vibrant image of the blue sky. [Romantic Sunset Glow] The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the sky just
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    are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated image of the night sky after sunset. Note • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. • Noise may become visible when you take
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    picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. • Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. [Artistic Nightscape] A slow shutter speed captures light trails that can creates an artistic nightscape. Note • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The
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    the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is
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    effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer
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    Recording [Freeze Animal Motion] The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a clear image of the fast moving animal. [Clear Sports Shot] The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at sporting events. [Monochrome] A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment. - 129 -
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    Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Touch the example image to
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    [Switch] to switch between displaying 2 or 3 example images on the screen for selecting image effects. • Creative Control settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off. • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO]. • In Creative Control Mode, you can
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    [Expressive] Recording This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colors Pop colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Color Yellow emphasized Red emphasized [High Key] This effect adds a bright,
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    [Sepia] Recording This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Impressive
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    tone • Touch to select the color balance you wish to XPRO generate. [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera. Items that can be set Color Orange emphasized Blue emphasized - 134 -
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    Recording [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colors Pop colors ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-
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    Recording 4 Touch the in-focus portion. • It is also possible to move the in-focus portion using the cursor button. 5HVHW 6HW 5 Drag the slide bar to change the size of in-focus portion. • It can be changed to 3 different sizes. • Enlarge/reduce can also be performed by rotating the rear dial. •
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    [Soft Focus] Recording This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus Note • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Star Filter]
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    Recording ∫ Set the color to leave in Set the color to leave in by selecting a location on the screen. 1 Touch [ ]. 1CLR 2 Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. 1CLR • You can also display the setting screen by pressing [Fn2]. 3 Touch the part where you want to leave the color. • Touch [
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    Recording Taking Pictures in Custom Set Recording Mode: You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is
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    registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Preparations: Set in advance the Recording Mode you wish to save and select the desired menu settings on the camera. 1 Select [Cust.Set Mem.] in the [Custom] menu. (P64) 2 Touch the custom set to register. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes
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    Recording modes. [Rec] menu • Data registered with [Face Recog.] • The [Profile Setup] setting [Setup] menu • All menus [Custom] menu • [iA Button Switch] • [Touch Scroll] • [Menu Guide] - 141 -
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    the Face Recognition function. In Recording Mode - Display of corresponding name when camera detects a registered face¢ (if name has been set for the registered Nightscape]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Appetizing Food]/[Cute Dessert] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode)
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    if there are 6 people already registered. Delete ,&/ a person already registered to register a new person. 4 Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot
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    Recording 5 Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings [Name] It is possible to register names. 1 Touch [SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to "Entering Text" section on P146. [Age] It is possible to register the
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    Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu. (P64) 2 Touch [MEMORY]. 3 Touch the face image to
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    Entering Text Recording It is possible to enter babies' and pets' names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) 1 Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. - [Name] in [Face
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    Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] reset to [Standard] when the camera is switched to another Recording Mode or this unit is turned on and off. • In Scene Guide Mode, a photo style which
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    ( or 1 Touch [ ]/[ ] to select the type of Photo Style. • In Scene Guide Mode, you cannot select the photo style. ) Mode. 2 Touch the items. 3 Drag the pictures with higher resolution. • Registered settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off. • If you adjust the picture quality, [_]
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    pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Settings [X] [Y] [W] [] Description of settings [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera [Aspect Ratio] of a high-definition TV, etc. Square aspect ratio Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so
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    record RAW images.¢2 ¢1 If you delete a RAW file from the camera, the corresponding JPEG image will also be deleted. ¢2 It is fixed Style]/[i.Dynamic]/[Red-Eye Removal]/[i.Resolution]/[Color Space] ([Rec] menu) - Scene Guide Mode - Creative Control Mode • [ ] images are recorded with a smaller
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    Dynamic Range and refers to an image combination technique for expressing a wide contrast range. Note • Do not move the camera during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • You cannot take the next picture until the combination of pictures is complete. • A moving subject may be
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    Refer to P84 for details. [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • Only available when [AF Mode
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    on the screen if you set [Flash Synchro] to [2ND]. • The flash sync. settings are also effective when using an external flash. (P206) • When a fast shutter speed is set, the effect of [Flash Synchro] may deteriorate. • You cannot set [ ] or [ ] when [Flash Synchro] is set to [2ND]. [Flash Adjust
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    you to take natural pictures with a higher resolution. • The speed of burst and continuous recording becomes slower when [EXTENDED] is used : - [Clear Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures [ISO Increments] Applicable modes: You
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    displayed when the shutter button is pressed. Do not move the camera at this time. After the countdown is finished, [Please wait...] is displayed for the same time as the selected shutter speed for signal processing [Shading Comp.] may not operate. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. - 155 -
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    [Digital Zoom] Settings: [4t]/[2t]/[OFF] Note • Refer to P80 for details. Recording [Electronic Shutter] Applicable modes: The electronic shutter can reduce the picture blur. Moreover, you can take pictures without the shutter sound when the camera is used in a quiet location. Settings: [ON]/[OFF]
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    Recording [Color Space] Applicable modes: Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. Settings [sRGB] [AdobeRGB] Description of settings Color space is set to sRGB color space. This is widely used in computer related equipment. Color
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    name can be printed out using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied). [Recommended Filter] Applicable modes: This sets whether to display the camera-recommended effects (filters) in Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] - 158 -
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    Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec
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    Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings [PSH] [FSH] [FPH] [SH] Picture size/Bit rate 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 28 Mbps 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 1280k720 pixels/Approx.
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    Recording [Picture Mode] Settings: [ ] (Motion picture priorities)/[ ] (Still picture priorities) Note • Refer to P55 for details. [Continuous AF] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • Refer to P52 for details. [Ex. Tele Conv.] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • Refer to P80 for details. [Wind Cut] Applicable modes:
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    : Adjust the sound input level to 4 different levels. Note • Not available with [Miniature Effect] in Creative Control Mode. [Flkr Decrease] Applicable modes: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. Settings: [1/50]/[1/60]/[1/100]/[1/120]/[OFF] - 162 -
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    Recording Using the [Custom] Menu For details on how to select the [Custom] menu settings, refer to P64. [Cust.Set Mem.] • Refer to P139 for details. [AF/AE LOCK / Fn1] - • Refer to P104 for details. [LVF/LCD / Fn3] - • Refer to P34 for details. [Fn Button Set] - • Refer to P113 for
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    the Manual Exposure Mode - When the flash is activated - When suitable exposure is not achieved with the flash closed - When the brightness of the screen is not correctly displayed in dark places • The histogram is an approximation in the Recording Mode. • The histogram displayed in this camera does
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    guide lines displayed when taking a picture. [Guide Line] [ ]/[ ] [ ]: Position can be set by dragging the [ ] on the guide line. • When it is difficult to move the guide displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway. [5SEC]/[3SEC]/[1SEC]/[OFF] • If it is set to [HOLD] when the camera is set
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    Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject. • The [Quick AF] feature is disabled in the following conditions: - In Preview Mode - In low light situations - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Third lenses that do not support contrast AF
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    until the subject is brought into focus. [OFF]: This gives priority to the best time to take a picture so you can take a picture when the shutter button is pressed fully. • When set to [OFF], please be aware that focus may not be achieved even with [Focus Mode] set to [AFS], [AFF
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    lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light Scene Guide Mode) [AF+MF] It is possible to adjust focus manually after it was adjusted automatically. [ON]: When AF Lock is ON (press the shutter
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    . - The interchangeable lenses (H-FS014042, H-FS45150) are not compatible with power zoom. (For compatible lenses, please refer to the zoom speed will not change. [Photo]: [H] (High speed), [M] (Middle speed), [L] (Low speed) [Video]: [H] (High speed), [M] (Middle speed), [L] (Low speed) [Zoom Ring
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    the eye sensor. [HIGH]/[LOW] [LVF/LCD Auto]: Enables/disables the eye sensor. [ON]/[OFF] • LCD monitor display and viewfinder display can be switched manually by pressing [LVF/LCD]. (P34) [iA Button Switch] It is possible to set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode will
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    angle of view during motion picture recording and still picture recording. [!] (Picture)/[ ] (Motion picture) • The recording area indicated is a guide line. [Remaining Disp.] This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [ ] ([Remaining Shots
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    can be released when no lens is attached to the main body. [Shoot w/o Lens] [ON]: Shutter will operate regardless of the lens on the unit. [OFF]: You cannot press the shutter button when a lens is not attached to the camera body or is not attached correctly. • When using a Leica lens mount
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    Pictures ∫ About the Burst Picture Group The pictures taken continuously with burst speed set to [SH] are A recorded together as a burst group with the exceeded 50000 will not be grouped. • Burst pictures recorded on other cameras may not be recognized as a Burst Picture Group. • Burst pictures
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    Playback/Editing Editing Burst Pictures You can edit the pictures in the Burst Picture Group as single pictures or in group units (including all pictures in group). • The following editing menu can be used. - [Title Edit] (P178), [Text Stamp] (P179), [Cropping]¢1 (P183), [Favorite] (P185), [Print
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    show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, only 3D pictures etc. We recommend this feature when you view your pictures by connecting the camera to a TV. 1 Select [Slide Show] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) 2 Touch the group to play back. • Refer to P191 for the method to play back
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    Playback/Editing ∫ 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. [AUTO], [NATURAL], [SLOW], [
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    Artistic Nightscape]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Clear Night Portrait] (Scene Guide Mode) • [Clear Sports Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) 1 • [Appetizing Food]/[Cute Dessert] (Scene Guide Mode) • [Travel Date] Still pictures recorded continuously with burst speed set to [SH] ¢Play back by selecting
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    Playback/Editing [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P179). 1 Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) 2 Touch [Single] or [Multi]. 3 Select an image to add text. • ['] is displayed for
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    Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. 1 Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) 2 Touch [Single] or [Multi]. 3 Select an image you wish to stamp with text. • ['] appears on screen if the picture
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    Playback/Editing 6 Touch [ ]. 7 Touch [OK]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the
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    the menu after it is executed. • Motion picture may be lost if the card or battery is removed while processing the dividing. Note • The [Video Divide] feature only works on motion pictures recorded on this camera. • Avoid trying to divide motion picture near the very beginning or end of the motion
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    Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) 2 Touch [Single] or [Multi]. 3 Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Drag the screen horizontally to
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    Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) 2 Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. 3 Select the parts to be cropped. Touch [ ]: Enlarge Touch [ ]: Reduce
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    Playback/Editing [Rotate] You can manually rotate the images by 90o each time. 1 Select [Rotate] on the [Playback] menu. (P64) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] in the [Setup]
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    Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite Play]) • Delete all the pictures not set as
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    Playback/Editing [Print Set] DPOF "Digital Print Order Format" is a system that allows the user photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm When you set [Print Set] for a burst picture group, the print
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    not be printed even if you set to print the date. For further information, ask at your photo printing store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer. • The date print feature is disabled for pictures that are stamped with text. Note • The number of prints can be set from
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    is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. 6HW&DQFHO 1 2 3 4 5 6 6HW&DQFHO Note • The [Protect] feature is only designed to work with this camera. • Even if you protect pictures on a card, they will be deleted if the card is formatted. • Even if you do not protect pictures on a card
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    supports 3D is required. 3D picture The illustration is an image. 1 Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera. 2 Bring the subject into the frame and record by pressing the shutter is set to [ ].) • Read the operating instructions of the 3D interchangeable lens for details. - 189 -
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    Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation • Recording motion pictures¢1 • [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations] (Scene Guide Removal]/[i.Resolution]/ [Shading Comp.]/[Digital Zoom]/[SH] of [Burst ]/[Shutter AF]/[Pinpoint AF Time]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/[MF Guide
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    3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set screen. (P193) • When [VIERA Link] (P75) is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a TV supporting VIERA Link, input of the TV
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    the television screen. • If your television does not switch to a 3D picture, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.) • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P197, 201) - 192 -
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    terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI socket 3 Video socket 1 Connect the camera and a TV. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out of this unit. To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P74) • Audio
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    camera on and then press [(]. • Input of the TV will switch automatically and playback screen is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the [VIERA No sound is output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. The recorded
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    by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. • This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of November
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    for the TV. • Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported on the TV. • Be sure to use a cable that is
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    card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ PC that can be
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    Manual" for more information about install. The software "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " on the CD-ROM (supplied) can be used to save all the still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Turn
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    Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac: A drive ([LUMIX], [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]) is displayed on the desktop • Card DCIM 100_PANA
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    on the PC, and then click [Eject DMC-XXX] (XXX varies by model). • Depending on your PC's settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware. ∫ Connection in the
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    as a Blu-ray Disc recorder), refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) ¢ Some compatible devices may not be sold in certain countries and regions. • See the operating instructions for the recorder about the details about copying and
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    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 LCD monitor. • Burst pictures will be displayed as a list, and not as a group. • Some
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    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch PictBridge [Print]. 2 Touch [Print start]. • Refer to P204 for the items that can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect the USB connection
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    want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions
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    mmk279.4 mm 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. ∫ [Page Layout 1 for each of the 4 pictures. Note • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number
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    flashes without communication functions with the camera (DMC-G5) • It is necessary to Manual Exposure Mode on the camera and then set the same aperture value and ISO sensitivity on the external flash. (The exposure cannot be compensated adequately due to the change on the aperture value in Shutter
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    Others Note • You can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even when attaching the external flash. • Some commercial external flashes have or damage to the lens. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of the relevant conversion lenses. - 207 -
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    on the camera. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases. - When the Sleep Mode is canceled - When starting/ending the recording of motion pictures • Read the operating instructions of the
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    P28) 3 Flash Mode (P84) 19 Dial operation guide (P172)/Extended 4 REC MODE (when recording motion Manual Exposure 8 AF Mode (P95) Assistance (P120) 9 : Burst (P89) 22 Shutter speed (P38) : Auto Bracket (P91) 23 Aperture value (P38) : Self-timer (P93) 24 Metering Mode (P151) 10 Battery
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    Conversion (when recording motion pictures) (P80) 33 Electronic shutter (P156) 34 Picture Mode (P55) 35 AF 57 Digital Zoom (P80) 58 HDR (P151) ¢1 Only available when a lens that supports the stabilizer This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and
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    (P159)/Recording quality (P160) 15 6 Quality (P150) 1 67'$< 1/98 8 9 pic. 9 10 11 PRQWK  GD\V 12 F3.5 60 0 160 AWB 7 Battery indication (P22) 8 Picture number/Total pictures 14 13 9 Number of pictures in burst/ Motion picture recording time (P61): ¢1 Detailed information display
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    use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords or the cables. Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals. • If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera
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    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 remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center. ∫ For care of the eye cup on the viewfinder • As
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    away from metallic objects (clips, etc.). If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged. • Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera. Bring charged spare batteries when going out. • Be aware that the operating time
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    device from the electrical outlet. (A very small amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.) • Keep the terminals of the charger and battery clean. About 3D ∫ About 3D recording With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance
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    , repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect camera when requesting a repair. • Settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or your nearest Service
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    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 the camera body, do not carry the camera by the shoulder strap. Hold the camera and the lens when carrying them
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    camera body and gently wipe the contacts on the lens and the camera body using camera on again.] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service
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    with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion pictures. • In the event that it stops even after using a "Class 4" card or higher, the data writing speed has deteriorated so it is recommended to make a backup and then format (P77). • Depending on the type of the card, motion picture recording may
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    when the USB connection cable is connected to the camera only. In this case, connect the other end battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. • If the battery
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    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P221-231). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P76) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is
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    camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures. (P33) > We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P93) when taking pictures with a slow shutter speed. • Are you using a lens which supports the [Picture Size] (P149) or the [Quality] (P150) set low? • Is the [Digital Zoom] set? (P80) - 222 -
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    as the camera's pickup sensors. This is not a malfunction. • When you see noticeable flicker or striping while recording a motion picture, you can reduce the flicker or striping by setting up [Flkr Decrease] (P162) and fixing the shutter speed. It is possible to select a shutter speed from [1/50
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    formatted on a PC or other equipment, the data-writing speed is lower. In such cases, we recommend that you make may go dark after a certain period to reduce battery consumption, but this will not affect the recorded motion a quiet environment, depending on the lenses used, the sound of aperture and
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    not work. • The Optical Image stabilizer function of the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042, H-FS014042, H-FS45150) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu (P78) cannot be set to [OFF]. It is
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    the camera is aperture of the lens changing when the shutter button is pressed halfway, or when the • It is only displayed on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a PC or printer. Black, red, your eyes in the viewfinder, or when the camera is moved rapidly. • This is a characteristic of
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    which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above. (P77
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    by a skin tone color, that red part may be corrected to black by the Digital Red-Eye Correction function. > It is recommended to take a pictures with the flash closed inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable (optional), or with the HDMI mini
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    VIERA Link setting on the connected device. > Turn this unit off and on. > Set [HDAVI Control] to [Off] on the TV and then turn it back to [On]. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Cannot communicate with the PC. • Is the camera cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/
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    camera is connected to a printer. • Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not support instructions for the printer.) > When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the 16:9 pictures can be printed. Others The camera on when the shutter button is pressed
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    does not affect the performance or quality of the camera. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset are recorded with previously used numbers. • If you insert or remove the battery before turning off this unit, the folder and file numbers for the
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    lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro " and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or
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Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-G5
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
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