Panasonic DC-LX100M2 Advanced Owners Manual
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these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message Display Troubleshooting P290 P292 Finding the information you need P2 Contents P4 Contents by Function P9 Menu list P171 Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support DVQP1769ZA - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners 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" P171 P292 Click this icon to jump to "Finding the information you need". Click this - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 3
How to use this manual About the indication of the applicable mode Applicable modes: The icons made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button. : Tips for skillful use and points for recording. : Conditions in which a particular function cannot be used. • Click a cross reference in the text to jump to - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 4
need 2 How to use this manual 3 Contents by Function 9 1. Before Use Care of the camera 12 Standard Accessories 14 Names and Functions of Components 15 2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap 17 Charging the Battery 19 • Inserting the battery 20 • Charging - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 5
with the Touch Function 86 Taking Close-up Pictures 87 Adjusting Focus Manually 88 Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 90 Compensating 97 5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode 98 Taking Pictures using Burst Mode 99 Recording 4K Photos 101 • Notes on the 4K Photo - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 6
Back Pictures 163 Playing Back Motion Pictures 164 • Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture 165 Switching the Playback Method 166 • Using the Playback Zoom 166 • Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback 167 • Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback 167 Playing Back - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 7
• Installing the smartphone/tablet app "Panasonic Image App 230 • Connecting the camera to a smartphone that does not support for Bluetooth low energy 233 • Using Web services 256 • When sending images to web service 256 • When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service 259 • About the [LUMIX - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 8
4K 271 • Storing 4K motion pictures 271 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen 272 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI 273 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC 274 • Downloading software Display/Viewfinder Display 284 Message Display 290 Troubleshooting ...292 Cautions for Use 301 8 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 9
Exp P183 4K photo [4K PHOTO P101 [Post Focus P111 Focus (AF/MF) Auto focus P75 [AF Mode P76 Adjusting the AF area position ........ P82 Manual Focus P88 [AF/AE Lock P90 Drive [Drive Mode P98 [Burst P99 [Self Timer P116 Panorama P118 Picture Quality and Color Tone [Sensitivity P93 [White - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 10
Contents by Function Motion Picture Motion Picture [Rec Format]/[Rec Quality P158 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures P161 Audio [Sound Rec Level Adj P162 [Wind Noise Canceller P184 Screen settings [Sound Rec Level Disp P162 [Monochrome Live View P192 [Center Marker - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 11
images P252 Sending images to an AV device ....P253 Sending images to a PC P254 Sending images to a web service.....P256 Using cloud sync services P259 Connections with other devices PC "PHOTOfunSTUDIO P275 "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" ....... P276 Transferring images to a PC ......... P254 TV - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 12
the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera. • Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material may enter the camera through the lens or openings around - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 13
No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent images and/or sound from being recorded. ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Unauthorized use of recorded images and sound that contain works with copyright for purposes other - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 14
accessories are supplied before using the camera. • The accessories 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". • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • AC - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 15
1. Before Use Names and Functions of Components 1 23 11 12 13 89 10 4 56 7 14 15 16 16 17 18 1 Zoom lever (P36) 2 Shutter button (P37) 3 [Fn1] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 16
camera. Doing so may also damage the camera. DC coupler cover (P283) 37 • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. 38 Release lever (P20) 39 Card/Battery door (P20) 40 [HDMI] socket (P272) 41 [USB/CHARGE] socket (P277, 280 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 17
cap to protect the lens. • We recommend attaching the lens cap to the camera using the lens cap string to prevent loss of the lens cap. • Attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. 1 Use the lens cap string (supplied) to attach the lens cap to the camera - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 18
eyelet • In addition, attach the other side of the shoulder strap in the same manner. • Make sure that the shoulder strap does not come loose. • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. - Do not wrap the strap around your neck. It may result in injury or accident. • Do not leave the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 19
Charging the Battery • Battery Pack is indicated as the battery in this owner's manual. • Use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied) and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery only when - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 20
it is locked by the lever C. • Check the orientation of the battery. 3 Close the card/battery door and slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position. ∫ To the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the monitor to clear before removing the battery. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 21
, charging will stop. • Connecting this camera to a notebook computer that is not connected to a power outlet will cause the notebook computer battery to drain faster. Do not leave the camera connected for extended periods of time. • Be sure to always connect the camera to a computer USB terminal - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 22
has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal. • When power is supplied from a computer, the power supply - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 23
warm during use. This is not a malfunction. • The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.) • If a problem occurs in - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 24
based on the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard. • When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor) Flash (supplied) Not used Used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 340 pictures Approx. 300 pictures - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 25
and the number of recordable pictures is reduced. - In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes. - When a function such as flash or zoom is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even immediately after charging, the life of the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 26
OFF]. 1 Slide the release lever A to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door. 2 Insert the card B all the way in until you hear a clicking sound. straight out. • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the monitor to clear before removing the card. (Otherwise, this - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 27
left has been confirmed with Panasonic's cards. SDXC Memory Card (48 GB to 128 GB) ∫ Recording of motion pictures/4K photos and speed class ratings Use a card that meets the following 3 • For the most updated information: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) 27 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 28
). These operations may damage the card or recorded data or cause the camera to stop functioning correctly. - Turning off the camera - Removing the battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) - Exposing the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity • If - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 29
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ Number of recordable pictures • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [A] [Picture Size] L (17M) M (8.5M) S (4M) 16 GB 1710 3120 5350 Card capacity 32 GB 64 GB 3430 6860 6260 12350 10730 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 30
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • "h" is an abbreviation for hour, "m" for minute and "s" for second. • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. • [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] [FHD/28M/60p] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 31
Files exceeding 4 GB in size will be divided into smaller files for recording and playback.¢ When an SDXC card is used: Files are not divided for recording. Files exceeding 4 GB in size will be divided into smaller files for recording and playback.¢ ¢ You can continue recording - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 32
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 33
in step 5 on P32 is displayed. • The clock 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.) • To place the correct date on pictures, set the clock before recording. 33 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 34
keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • We recommend using the supplied shoulder strap D to avoid dropping the camera. • Do not cover the flash head being used for flash recording (P147), the AF Assist Lamp A, microphone B, or speaker C with your fingers or other - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 35
the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly. • If [LVF Display Speed] is set to [ECO30fps] when the viewfinder is used, the camera can be operated for a longer period since battery drainage is reduced. • Eye sensor might not work properly depending on the shape of your eyeglasses, the way you - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 36
from the touch panel. (P146) • For details about zoom types and use, refer to P142. Zoom lever Move the zoom lever Control ring Turn the control ring¢ • The operation of the zoom lever is indicated as shown below in this owner's manual. Rotate the zoom lever: ¢ You can perform zoom operation by - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 37
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Shutter button (Taking pictures) The shutter button works in two steps. 1 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will turn red and blink if the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 38
the aperture ring and shutter speed dial positions. Recording mode Program AE Mode Aperture-Priority AE Mode Shutter-Priority AE Mode Manual Exposure Mode Aperture ring Shutter speed dial [A] (AUTO) Setting values other than [A] [A] (AUTO) [A] (AUTO) Setting values other than [A] Setting - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 39
, the recording mode is switched to one that enables settings to be made using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial. Intelligent Auto Mode (P57) Intelligent -Priority AE Mode (P65) Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P66) Manual Exposure Mode (P67) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 40
: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. • The operation of rotating the control dial is illustrated as below in this owner's manual. When rotating the control dial to the left or right: Cursor button/[MENU/SET] button Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 41
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations In Recording Mode You can switch the viewfinder/monitor display method. MENU > [Custom] > [Monitor / Display] > [LVF/Monitor Disp. Set] > [LVF Disp. Set]/[Monitor Disp. Set] [ ] (viewfinder style) Scales down images slightly so that you can better review - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 42
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ About the tilt sensor display With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc. A Horizontal direction: B Vertical direction: Correcting tilt to the left Correcting downward tilt • When the camera is tilted very little or - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 43
Fn7 Fn8 Fn9 OFF Fn10 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 44
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function Touch AF/Touch Shutter Applicable modes: 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch an icon. • The icon switches every time you touch it. [ AF ] (Touch AF) [ ] (Touch - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 45
1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ AE ]. • The setting screen for the brightness optimization position is displayed. • [Metering Mode] is set to [ AE ], which is used exclusively for the Touch AE. 3 Touch the subject you want to optimize the brightness for. • Touch [Reset] to bring the brightness optimization - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 46
Press 2. 3 Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as [ ]. / [Intelligent Auto] (P60) This menu lets you set the functions that can only be used in Intelligent Auto Mode. [Rec] (P171) This menu lets you set picture settings. [Motion Picture] (P184) This menu lets you set motion picture - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 47
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 5 Press 3/4 to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]. Touch operation Touch the menu item. • You can switch the page by touching the bar (A) on the right side of the screen. 6 Press 3/4 to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]. • Depending on the menu item - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 48
press 2/1 to select the item or setting. 1.7 60 0 AUTO AWB • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. When using the on-monitor recording information screen (P41) 1 Press [Q.MENU]. 2 Rotate the control dial to select the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 49
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Customizing the Quick Menu settings You can add a maximum of 15 preferred settings to the Quick Menu. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Q.MENU] > [CUSTOM] 2 Press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. 3 Press [Q.MENU] to display the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 50
or the displayed screen. • Some functions cannot be assigned depending on the function button. Using the function buttons during recording Press the function button to use the assigned function. ∫ Using function buttons with touch operations Fn6 1 Touch [ ]. Fn7 2 Touch [Fn6], [Fn7], [Fn8], [Fn9 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 51
Rec.] (P161) - [Sound Rec Level Adj.] (P162) - [Utilize Custom Set feature] (P71) - [Silent Mode] (P180) - [Peaking] (P193) - [Histogram] (P193) - [Guide Line] (P194) - [Zebra Pattern] (P195) - [Monochrome Live View] (P192) - [Constant Preview] (P192) - [Live View Boost] (P192) - [Rec Area] (P196 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 52
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 [Operation Lock] is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 53
function by pressing the appropriate function button. • Depending on the function, you can directly use it for the image being played back. Example: When [Fn2] is set to [Rating¿3] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2 Press [Fn2], and then set the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 54
the shutter speed dial. (P67) • Rotating the control ring during panorama recording will change the selected image effect (filter). (P119) • Rotating the control ring during Manual Focus will adjust the focus. (P88) • The control ring can be used to change to your preferred settings. (P55) 54 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 55
Set the menu. MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Control Ring] 2 Use 3/4 to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]. • You can assign the ) • To return to the default setting, select [Normal]. • If you do not use the control ring, select [OFF] ([Not Set]). • The assigned function setting will be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 56
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, perform either of the following operations to move the cursor. - Rotate the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 57
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Auto Mode. • When you press the [iA] again, the recording mode is switched to one that is set using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial. • At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 58
Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1 [i-Night Scenery] [iHandheld Night Shot]¢2 ¦ [i-Food] [i-Baby]¢3 [i-Sunset] [i-Low Light] ¢1 Displayed when an external flash is used. ¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON]. ¢3 Displayed when persons under 3 years old registered in the camera - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 59
external flashes. • 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 60
cases: - When recording in Burst Mode - When recording 4K photos - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ - When using [Time Lapse Shot] ] or [ ] - When recording with the Post - When using [Stop Motion Animation] (only when Focus function [Auto Shooting] is set) - When recording with the Bracket - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 61
60 30 15 F 2.0 2.8 4.0 5.6 ∫ Setting brightness • You can rotate the exposure compensation dial to set the brightness. (P91) Change the settings by using the touch screen 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch the item you want to set. [ ]: Color tone [ ]: Defocus control [ ]: Brightness¢ ¢ It is displayed when - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 62
numeric values are displayed SS 250 125 60 30 15 (approximately 10 seconds), turn the control dial to change the values using Program F 2.0 2.8 4.0 5.6 2.8 60 0 200 98 Shift. C Program Shift indication • To cancel Program Shift, perform either of the following operations: - Set the camera - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 63
a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed. Not available in these cases: • Program Shift is not available in the following cases: - When recording using the flash - When recording 4K photos - When recording with the Post Focus function - When the ISO sensitivity is set to [ ] 63 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 64
Mode: You can set the exposure using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial settings. (Example: In Manual Exposure Mode) SS 8 15 30 60 be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P70) • The brightness of the screen and the recorded pictures - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 65
dial. (P91) Available aperture values¢ Shutter speed set (sec.) F1.7 to F16 60 to 1/4000 (When the mechanical shutter is used) 1 to 1/16000 (When the electronic shutter is used) SS 250 125 60 30 15 F 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 16 8.0 A Aperture value B Exposure meter ¢ You may not be able to select some - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 66
adjust it with the exposure compensation dial. (P91) Available Shutter Speed (Sec.) Aperture value set 60 to 1/4000 (When the mechanical shutter is used) 1 to 1/16000 (When the electronic shutter is used) F1.7 to F16 SS 60 125 250 500 1000 F 4.0 2.8 2.0 250 A Shutter speed B Exposure meter 66 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 67
• Manual Exposure used) SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 5.6 30 0 +3 ¢1 You may not be able to select some values depending on zoom position. ¢2 You may not be able to select some shutter speeds depending on the aperture value. A Exposure meter B Aperture value C Shutter speed D Manual - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 68
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 69
open for a long time to take pictures of fireworks, a night scene etc. • It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode. • When the shutter speed is set to [T] (Time), we recommend using a tripod and taking pictures remotely by connecting the camera to a smartphone via Wi-Fi connection to prevent - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 70
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 71
registered set of custom settings 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Utilize Custom Set feature] 2 Press 3/4 to select the custom setting you want to use, and then press [MENU/ SET]. • The settings are switched to those settings you selected for the custom set. C1 You can also display the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 72
Setting the function button to [Utilize Custom Set feature] allows you to switch quickly to your preferred settings by pressing the function button. 1 Use [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu to set the [Utilize Custom Set feature] in the desired function button. (P50) 2 Press function - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 73
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting Focus Automatically Applicable modes: 1 Switch the focus selector switch to [AF] or [AF#]. • The Focus Mode will be set. (P75) A: Align with the indicator 2 Press [ ] (2). 3 Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. • - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 74
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings • In Intelligent Auto Mode, the camera performs the same operation as [AF] even if you set the focus selector switch to [AF#] (AF Macro). • If you zoom in/out after focusing on a subject, the focus may lose its accuracy. In that case, re-adjust - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 75
". In this mode, while the shutter button is pressed halfway, focusing is constantly performed to match the movement of the subject. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 76
detects the faces and eyes of subjects. The camera adjusts the focus on the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure using the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ]). (P77) The camera keeps adjusting the focus and exposure automatically to the specified moving object. (Dynamic - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 77
About [š] ([Face/Eye Detection]) When the camera detects faces, AF areas are displayed and the eye to be brought into focus are indicated. A: Eye used for focusing Yellow: The color changes to green when the shutter button is pressed halfway and focus is achieved. White: This is displayed when - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 78
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Locking the subject to be tracked ([ ] ([Tracking])) Button operation Aim the AF Tracking area B over the subject and then press the shutter button halfway. • The AF area turns green when the subject is detected. • The AF area turns - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 79
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi]) 1 Press [ ] (2). 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 80
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When selecting 1 Change the shape of an AF area. Button operation Press 3/4/2/1 to select the AF area, and then press [MENU/SET] to set (repeat). • The setting is canceled when [MENU/SET] is pressed again. • To cancel all selections, press [ - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 81
the following case. - When recording with the Post Focus function • The AF Mode is fixed to [Ø] in the following cases. - When using the Digital Zoom - When using [Miniature Effect] in [Filter Settings] ([Face/Eye Detection]) • The camera may not detect faces in certain situations, such as when the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 82
also display the AF area setting screen by touching the recording screen. MENU > [Custom] > [AF] [Operation] > [Touch Settings] > [Touch AF] > • You can use the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu to set the display method for the AF area according to your preference. (P185) • The spot - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 83
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position by selecting an AF area group. The AF area, which is configured with 49 points, is divided into groups consisting of 9 points each (6 points or 4 points for the groups located at the edges of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 84
4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. 1 Press [ ] (2). 2 Select [ ] and press 4. 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/SET]. • The enlarged display appears. 4 Move [+] to - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 85
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 86
displayed on the center of the AF area. The position follows the movement of the AF area. • [Metering Mode] is set to [ AE ], which is used exclusively 5HVHW 6HW for the Touch AE. 2 Touch [Set]. • The touched position will be set as an AF area with the same function as [Ø]. • To - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 87
may be out of focus when the subject is out of focus range, even if the focus display is lit. - Using a tripod and [Self Timer] is recommended. - We recommend not using the flash. - The effective focus range is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 88
Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting Focus Manually Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the : Focusing on a distant subject B MF Assist (enlarged screen) C Peaking + D MF Guide • In-focus portions are highlighted with color. ([Peaking]) • You can check whether the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 89
Shutter]) menu is enabled, you can set the position of the enlarged MF Assist display for each orientation of the camera. Achieving focus quickly using Auto Focus In Manual Focus, the focus can be set on the subject through Auto Focus. Touch [ AF ]. • Auto Focus works at the center of the frame - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 90
the same focus and exposure settings while changing the composition. This is useful when you want to bring an edge of the screen into focus or only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • Program Shift can be set - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 91
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. Turn the exposure compensation dial - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 92
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]. • Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 93
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 [ ] (3). 2 Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the control dial. A ISO sensitivity ISO ISO AUTO 200 40 AUTO ( - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 94
dark Fast Increased Less • For details on the available flash range used when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], refer to P148. Cannot select [ ] in the following cases: - Shutter-Priority AE Mode - Manual Exposure Mode • Use the Quick menu (P48) to change the setting when [Direct Focus Area] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 95
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 [ ] (1). 2 Rotate the control dial to select the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 96
lighting fixture etc., the appropriate White Balance will vary depending on the lighting type. Use [AWB], [AWBc], [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] or [ 4 ]. • The White Balance may not operate correctly if you take pictures using a flash and the subject is recorded outside of the effective flash range. ∫ Auto - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 97
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 98
5. 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. 1 Press [ ] (4). 2 Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then press [MENU/SET]. 1 [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 99
5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter 2 Available ¢ When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic. The burst speed will become slower halfway. However, pictures can be taken - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 100
picture Predicted focusing¢2 Normal focusing¢3 Predicted focusing¢2 Focus set with Manual Focus ¢1 When the subject is dark, the focus is fixed on , the maximum number of recordable pictures decreases. For continuous shooting, use of a high speed memory card is recommended. Not available in - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 101
pixels (approx.) at 30 frames/ second. After taking these pictures, you can save the desired moment extracted from their burst file. • Use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. 1 Press [ ] (4). 2 Press 2/1 to select a 4K photo icon ([ ], etc,), and then press 3. • By default, you can also perform - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 102
Start (First) D Stop (Second) E Recording is performed Setting markers manually You can add markers if you press [Fn2] during recording. (Up to to lock focus and exposure, such as when the subject is not at the center, use [AF/AE LOCK]. (P90) • The camera will perform burst recording of a 4K - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 103
the camera cools down. • When [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) is set, the battery drains faster and the camera temperature rises. (The setting may switch to [ ] ([4K to prevent camera shake. (P238) ∫ Shutter sound for recording • When using [4K Burst] or [4K Pre-Burst], you can change the electronic shutter - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 104
5. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 105
Setup] [Economy] ([4K Pre-Burst] only)/[Monitor Display Speed]/[LVF Display Speed] • Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 15 minutes. When using an SDHC memory card, you can continue the recording of a 4K photo without interruption even if the file size exceeds 4 GB, but its - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 106
. • You can also perform the same operation by pressing 2/1. 4 Touch [ ] to save the picture. • The picture will be saved in JPEG format. If you use [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] in the [Playback] menu, you can bulk save 5 seconds'worth of 4K recording. (P217) • The picture will be saved with recording - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 107
5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Operations during selecting pictures ∫ Navigating the slide view screen Position of the displayed frame Fn1 AUTOMODE Fn2 Button operation 2/1/ 2/1 Press and hold s Touch operation Description of operation Dragging/ / Selects a frame. • To change the frames - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 108
5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Navigating the 4K burst playback screen AUTOMODE Fn1 Fn2 Fn2 During pause During continuous playback Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3 / Continuous playback/Pause (during continuous playback). 4 / Continuous rewind/Pause ( - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 109
a setting with a resolution of [4K/30p]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO]. • If you display 4K burst files on a TV connected Two types of markers are available. White marker: This is manually set during recording or playback. Green marker: This is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 110
to a scene in which a face is detected. Displays a marker with preference given to a scene in which the movement of a subject is detected. Displays manually set markers only. • You cannot delete markers set by the Auto Marking function. • The markers set by the Auto Marking function may not be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 111
the focus. Touch the desired focus point. A picture with the desired focus point is made. • Use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. • We recommend that you use a tripod when recording images to be used for Focus Stacking. 1 Press [ ] (4). 2 Press 2/1 to select the Post Focus icon ([ ]), and press [MENU - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 112
4K Photo function, the following limitations apply to the Post Focus function: - Manual Focus operation is disabled. - Auto Focus Mode and [AFS/AFF/AFC] The Post Focus function is disabled when using the following settings: - When using [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 113
5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the desired focus area and saving a picture (Post Focus) 1 Select an image with the [ ] icon on the playback screen, and press 3. • You can also perform the same operation by touching the icon [ ]. 2 Touch the desired focus area. • If a picture that is in - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 114
5. 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 (Post Focus)" (P113). • You can also perform the same operation by pressing [Fn1]. - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 115
pictures are too defocused (If you take pictures with a larger aperture value, the resulting picture may look less unnatural.) • You may not be able to use Focus Stacking for images recorded with other devices. 115 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 116
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 the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button. • Time setting for the self timer - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 117
. (P98) • The self-timer can also be canceled by turning off the camera. (When [Self Timer Auto Off] (P196) is set to [ON]) • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. Not available in these cases: • It cannot be set to [ ] in the following cases. - When [Simultaneous Record - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 118
panorama icon ([ ], etc.), and then press 3. 3 Press 2/1 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. Left > Right Right > Left A horizontal guide line is displayed. Down > Up Up > Down A vertical guide line is displayed. 4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 118 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 119
can also be ended by keeping the camera still while recording. • Recording can also be ended by moving the camera to the end of the guide. To add image effects (filters) By default you can set the image effect by rotating the control ring. 1 Rotate the control ring to select the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 120
5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ Changing panorama picture settings MENU > [Rec] > [Panorama Settings] [Direction] Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size] Sets the angle of view (image size). [STANDARD]/[WIDE] • The number of recording pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 121
be noticeable in some cases. Not available in these cases: • Panorama recording is disabled in the following cases: - When using [Multi Exp.] - When using [Time Lapse Shot] - When using [Stop Motion Animation] • A panorama picture may not be able to be created, or the pictures may not be combined - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 122
that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes Changing the Aspect Ratio Applicable modes: You can easily switch the aspect ratio of still pictures using the aspect ratio selector switch. Switching the aspect ratio selector switch A Align with the indicator [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV [1:1] Aspect ratio of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 123
[MENU/SET]. Displaying the description of each image 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 124
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes • The following items are fixed to the settings below when you set the image effect: - [White Balance]: [AWB] - [Photo Style]: [Standard] - [Color Space]: [sRGB] - [Highlight Shadow]: [Standard] - [i.Dynamic]: [OFF] - [HDR]: [OFF] • Depending - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 125
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes Types of image effects [Expressive] [Retro] [High Key] [Low Key] [Monochrome] [Silky Monochrome] [Cross Process] [Dynamic Monochrome] [Impressive Art] [Toy Effect] [Bleach Bypass] [Miniature Effect] [Fantasy] [Star Filter] [Sunshine - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 126
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes ∫ Setting the type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) 1 Touch [ ] and then select [ ]. 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 on the recording screen. • To set the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 127
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes ∫ Setting the position and size of the light source ([Sunshine]) 1 Touch [ ] and then select [ ]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the center position of the light source. • The position of the light source can also be moved by touching the screen. - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 128
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 129
: - Recording still pictures while recording a motion picture - When recording 4K photos - When recording with the Post Focus function - When recording in Burst Mode - When using [Panorama Shot] - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] - When recording with the Bracket function - When - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 130
recording while adjusting the aperture. (P132) • 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. (P133) White Balance Bracket Press the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 131
When recording motion pictures - When recording 4K photos - When recording with the Post Focus function - When using [Panorama Shot] - When using [Multi Exp.] - When using [Time Lapse Shot] - When using [Stop Motion Animation] (only when [Auto Shooting] is set) - When recording with the flash - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 132
button. [ ]: Takes all the pictures set to be taken when you press the shutter button once. ¢ Not available for burst recording. When using burst recording, if you press and hold the shutter button, recording will be performed continuously until a specified number of pictures are taken. [Step - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 133
pictures. [0/r]: Moves the focus position farther away from the initial position as you take pictures. ¢ Not available for burst recording. When using burst recording, if you press and hold the shutter button, recording will be performed continuously until a specified number of pictures are taken - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 134
the following conditions when [Shooting Interval Setting] is set to [OFF]: - Recording Mode: Shutter-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode - Focus Mode: [MF] • The camera may not be able to record using the pre-set interval and number of pictures to be recorded or may not finish recording at the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 135
even with the camera turned off. When the recording start time arrives, the camera turns on automatically. To turn on the camera manually, press the shutter button halfway. • Operations during recording standby (The camera is turned on) Button operation Touch operation Description of operation - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 136
the card will be saved as a separate set of group pictures.) Set the camera on/off switch to [OFF] when replacing the battery or card. • We recommend using auto focus for time lapse recording in cases where a long [Shooting Interval] is set and the camera will turn off automatically between shots - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 137
> [Rec] > [Stop Motion Animation] [Auto Shooting] [ON]: Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. [OFF]: This is for taking pictures manually, frame by frame. (Only when [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON]) [Shooting Interval] 2/1: Select the item (second) 3/4: Setting [MENU/SET - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 138
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes Recording materials skillfully • The recording screen displays up to two pictures taken previously. Use them as reference for the amount of movement. • To check the recorded pictures, press [(]. Unnecessary pictures can be deleted by pressing - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 139
6. Recording Images that Suit Your Subjects and Purposes • Recording takes time under certain recording conditions, such as when the flash is used for recording. Automatic recording, as a result, may not take place at set intervals. • When creating motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] setting of [4K - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 140
a subject which continues to move in a fixed direction). [Stabilizer] does not work. Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [Stabilizer], a tripod or the self-timer. • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 141
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 indoors or in dark places - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 142
7. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Zoom Applicable modes: Zoom types and use ∫ Screen display The illustration is an example of when using Optical Zoom, [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] in Program AE Mode. A Recordable range indication (focus range) B Optical Zoom range - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 143
[Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop] in [Filter Settings] - When recording 4K photos - When recording with [Post Focus] - When using [Panorama Shot] - When [HDR] is set to [ON] - When using [Multi Exp.] - When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON] - When [iHDR] is set to [ON] - When [Quality] is set to [ ] - When - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 144
[Monitor Display Speed] is set to [ECO30fps] (setting at the time of purchase) - When [LVF Display Speed] is set to [ECO30fps] - When using [Impressive Art]/[Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop]/[Miniature Effect] in [Filter Settings] - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] - When recording with the Post - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 145
zoom lever for [Step Zoom] You can use Step Zoom by setting [Zoom lever] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu to [Step Zoom]. (P191) Not available in these cases: • Step Zoom cannot be operated with the control ring during Manual Focus. • This function is not available in the following cases: - During - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 146
7. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Zooming using touch operations (Touch zoom) 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch [ ]. • The slide bar is displayed. 3 Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide bar. • The zoom speed varies depending on - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 147
) Applicable modes: You can attach a flash (supplied, DMW-FL580L/DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional) and take pictures with it. • This section uses the flash (supplied) to provide instructions. • For details about how to attach external flashes other than the supplied flash, refer to their operating - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 148
Set the Recording Mode to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode. Set the same aperture value and ISO cause the objects to deform or discolor. • Do not use commercially available external flashes with high-voltage synchro terminals, instructions of the external flash for details. 148 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 149
flash is attached. Changing the firing mode Applicable modes: Select whether to set the flash output automatically or manually. • You can set the firing mode when using the flash (supplied). 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Firing Mode] [TTL] The camera automatically sets the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 150
‰ ([Forced Flash On]) conditions. ([Forced On/Red-Eye])¢ • Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light. When Program AE Mode Aperture-Priority AE Mode ± ± ± ± ± Shutter-Priority AE Mode Manual Exposure Mode ± ± - - ± • In Intelligent Auto Mode ( or ), the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 151
becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and [T] (Time) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • In Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode, shutter speed just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. • Preparation: Set [Wireless] in [Flash] to - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 152
7. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. Preparation: Set [Wireless] and [Firing Mode] in [Flash] to [OFF] and [TTL], respectively. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 153
can separately control the firing of three flash groups and the flash attached to the hot shoe of the camera. The flash (supplied) does not support the wireless recording function, but it can be attached to the hot shoe of the camera to control the firing of the wireless flashes. ∫ Placing - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 154
[Firing Mode] [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the output. [AUTO]¢1: Flash output is set by the external flash. [MANUAL]: Set the luminosity ratio of the external flash manually. [External Flash] [OFF]: The flash on the camera side emits only communication light. [Flash Adjust.] Set the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 155
7. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the output of communication light MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Communication Light] Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW] 155 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 156
pictures in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. • You can record motion pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed. (P64) • The camera automatically sets the aperture value and then divide the last part of the motion picture using [Video Divide] in the [Playback] menu. 156 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 157
[Custom] menu ([Monitor / Display]) is set to [ ], angle of view during motion picture recording is displayed. • If the Extended Optical Zoom are used before pressing the motion picture button, those settings will be cleared, so the angle of view will change dramatically. • The operational sound of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 158
8. Recording Motion Pictures Setting the recording format and recording quality 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, - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 159
. In these cases, play them back on the camera. • To play back or import motion pictures in AVCHD format using another device, use a Blu-ray disc recorder that supports the format or a PC installed with the software "PHOTOfunSTUDIO". • For details about 4K motion pictures recorded with the camera - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 160
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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 161
8. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 162
Level Disp.] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Not available in these cases: • [Sound Rec Level Disp.] is fixed to [OFF] in the following case: - When using [Miniature Effect] in [Filter Settings] [Sound Rec Level Adj.] Applicable modes: Adjust the sound input level to 4 different levels (j12 dB to i6 dB - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 163
or right sides of the screen after forwarding/rewinding a picture. 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. (P258) ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter button halfway. • The playback screen - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 164
9. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. Select an icon indicated with [ ], and then press 3 to play it back. 12s A Motion picture recording time • After playback starts, - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 165
9. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 166
9. Playing Back and Editing Images Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Move the zoom lever toward [T] side. 2.0X 1k > 2k > 4k > 8k > 16k Button operation Touch operation Description of operation s Enlarges/reduces the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 167
- [ ]: 30 screens - [ CAL ]: Calendar screen display • You can also scroll the list display by dragging the screen up/down. • Pictures displayed using [ ] cannot be played back. ∫ To return to Normal Playback Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you select a motion - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 168
9. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 169
9. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 170
9. 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 3/4 to select [Delete Single] and then - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 171
10. Using Menu Functions Menu list [Intelligent Auto] menu [Rec] menu [Motion Picture] menu [Custom] menu [Setup] menu [My Menu] menu [Playback] menu P171 A P171 P184 P185 B - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 172
[ M] (8M) 3840k2160 [ S] (2M) 1920k1080 [3:2] [L] (16M) 4928k3288 [ M] (8M) 3504k2336 [ S] (4M) 2496k1664 Not available in these cases: • [Picture Size] cannot be set in the following cases: - When using [Panorama Shot] - When recording 4K photos - When recording with the Post Focus function 172 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 173
was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image. This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels. images in [RAW Processing] in the [Playback] menu. (P215) • Use software ("SILKYPIX Developer Studio" by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory) to process and edit - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 174
for sceneries with vivid blue skies and greens. [Portrait] An effect appropriate for portraits with a healthy and beautiful skin tone. [Custom] This uses a setting registered in advance. • In Intelligent Auto Plus Mode: - Only [Standard] or [Monochrome] can be set. - The setting will be reset - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 175
10. Using Menu Functions ∫ Adjusting the picture quality • You cannot adjust the picture quality in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 176
> [Color Space] [sRGB] [AdobeRGB] Color space is set to sRGB color space. This is widely used in computer related equipment. Color space is set to AdobeRGB color space. AdobeRGB is mainly used for business purposes such as professional printing because it has a greater range of reproducible colors - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 177
10. Using Menu Functions [Highlight Shadow] Applicable modes: You can adjust the brightness of bright and dark / / setting. Not available in these cases: • [Highlight Shadow] cannot be set in the following cases: - When using [Panorama Shot] - When using [Filter Settings] back to the default 177 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 178
in these cases: • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the recording conditions. • [i.Dynamic] does not work in the following cases: - When using [Panorama Shot] - When [HDR] is set to [ON] [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 179
compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the recording conditions. • [Min. Shtr Speed] cannot be set in the following case: - When using [Panorama Shot] [Long Shtr NR] Applicable modes: The camera automatically removes noise that appears when the shutter speed becomes slower to take - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 180
10. Using Menu Functions [Diffraction Compensation] Applicable modes: The camera raises the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the likeness rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function. Use at your own risk. 180 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 181
Functions [Shutter Type] Applicable modes: Select the shutter to be used for taking pictures. MENU > [Rec] > [Shutter Type] Electronic shutter sound¢3 Electronic shutter sound¢3 ¢1 This setting is available only in Manual Exposure Mode. ¢2 Up to an ISO sensitivity of [ISO3200]. When the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 182
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 a tripod is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 183
10. Using Menu Functions [Multi Exp.] Applicable modes: Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times • This function is not available in the following cases: - When using [Filter Settings] - When using [Panorama Shot] - When using [Time Lapse Shot] - When using [Stop Motion Animation] 183 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 184
10. Using Menu Functions : [Motion Picture] menu • [Rec Format] (P158) • [Rec Quality] (P158) • [AFS/AFF/AFC] (P75) • [Continuous AF] (P160) • [Photo Style] (P174) • [Filter Settings] (P123) • [Metering - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 185
10. Using Menu Functions : [Custom] menu [Exposure] • [ISO Increments] (P186) • [Extended ISO] (P186 P55) • [Operation Lock Setting] (P190) • [Video Button] (P190) • [Touch Settings] (P190) • [Dial Guide] (P191) • [Zoom lever] (P191) [Monitor / Display] • [Auto Review] (P191) • [Monochrome Live View - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 186
[Custom] > [Exposure] [ISO Increments] This changes the increments used to set the ISO sensitivity. Settings: [1/3 EV]/[1 EV] speed up the focusing that takes place when you press the shutter button. • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. Not available in these cases: • This function is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 187
set to [ON] [Direct Focus Area] This moves the AF area or MF Assist using the cursor button when recording. • You can move the positions below with the cursor selected: lock-on position - When [ ] is selected: enlarged area • Use the Quick Menu (P49) or function buttons (P50) to set the functions - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 188
is applied to [ ] ([49-Area]) or or [ ヤピ ] in [Custom Multi]. Displays AF areas on the recording screen for just a few seconds after you start using them. • Even when [ON] is set, the same operation as [OFF] is performed in the following cases: - When recording motion pictures - When recording 4K - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 189
10. Using Menu Functions [AF+MF] You can fine-adjust the focus manually during AF lock (when the following conditions cases: - When recording motion pictures - When recording with [4K Pre-Burst] - When using the Digital Zoom [MF Assist Display] Sets whether MF Assist (enlarged screen) will appear in - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 190
10. Using Menu Functions MENU > [Custom] > [Operation] [Q.MENU] If you select [CUSTOM], you can customize the Quick Menu settings. (P49) [iA Button Switch] the focus and brightness ([AF+AE]). (P86) Operation to move the AF area by touching the monitor when the viewfinder is in use. (P85) 190 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 191
10. Using Menu Functions [Dial Guide] Enabling/disabling the operation guide display when switching recording modes. 0 98 [Zoom lever] Sets the zooming performed with the zoom lever. (Zoom) (Step Zoom) Performs normal zooming. Stops the zoom - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 192
be affected. [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. [Live View Boost] The screen is displayed brighter to make it easier to check the composition in low - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 193
10. Using Menu Functions [Peaking] In-focus portions (portions on the screen with clear outlines) are highlighted when focus is being adjusted manually. • When [Detect Level] in [SET] is set to [HIGH], portions to be highlighted are reduced, allowing you to achieve a more precise focus. • Changing - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 194
10. Using Menu Functions [Guide Line] This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. When [ ] is set, guideline positions can be set by pressing 3/4/2/1. • You can also set the position directly by touching [ ] on the guideline of the recording screen. • Guide lines are - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 195
10. Using Menu Functions [Zebra Pattern] Indicates parts that may become white saturated through 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. - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 196
10. Using Menu Functions [Monitor Info. Disp.] Display the recording information screen. (P41, 287) [Rec Area] This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording and - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 197
10. Using Menu Functions [Face Recog.] Face Recognition is a function which finds a face 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 198
the first picture of the set is displayed. Not available in these cases: • [Face Recog.] does not work in the following cases. - When using [Miniature Effect] in [Filter Settings] - When recording motion pictures • [Face Recog.] cannot be set in the following cases: - When recording 4K photos - When - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 199
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])/[ ] ([Pet])/[OFF]/[SET] ∫ Setting [Age] or [Name] 1 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 200
10. Using Menu Functions : [Setup] menu • [Online Manual] (P200) • [Utilize Custom Set feature] (P71) • [Cust.Set Mem.] (P71) • [Clock Gauge Adjust.] (P209) • [Demo Mode] (P209) • [Format] (P28) [Online Manual] Settings: [URL display]/[QR Code display] [World Time] Sets the times for the region - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 201
date in the clock setting and the departure date you set. If you set [World Time] to the travel destination, the travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the travel destination setting. • When [Travel Setup] is set to [OFF], the number of days elapsed is not - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 202
] (P243) ∫ [Location Logging] (P245) ∫ [Auto Clock Set] (P246) ∫ [Wi-Fi network settings] Registers a wireless access point. (P263) • The wireless access point used for the Wi-Fi connection is automatically registered. • Up to 17 wireless access points can be registered. If you try to register more - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 203
Functions [Economy] [Sleep Mode] [Sleep Mode(Wi-Fi)] [Auto LVF/ Monitor Off] The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. The camera is automatically turned off if it is not connected to a Wi-Fi network and has not - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 204
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 the viewfinder is in use. • Some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures. [Monitor - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 205
Monitor Switch] setting will also switch. [USB Mode] Sets the communication method when connecting using the USB connection cable (supplied). y [Select on connection] Select this setting to PC. { [PictBridge(PTP)] Select this setting when connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. 205 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 206
Menu Functions [TV Connection] [HDMI Mode (Play)]: This sets the video format to be used for output in Playback Mode when the camera and a TV or monitor is connected with an HDMI micro cable. [AUTO] [4K/30p]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[720p]/ [ - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 207
incremented folder number is created. • If there are no recordable folders in the card, a screen for resetting the folder number is displayed. [Folder Uses the folder number of the folder name as the file Number Link] name's 3-digit user-defined segment. [File Name Setting] Allows you to define - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 208
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 209
10. Using Menu Functions [Reset Network Settings] The following network settings are reset to the default: - [Wi-Fi Setup] (Excluding [LUMIX CLUB]) - Registered device information in [Bluetooth] and values in [Wi-Fi network settings] • When requesting a repair or transferring/disposing of the camera - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 210
10. Using Menu Functions : [Playback] menu • [Slide Show] (P211) • [Playback Mode] (P212) • [Protect] (P213) • [Rating] (P213) • [Title Edit] (P214) • [Face Rec Edit] (P214) • [RAW Processing] (P215) • [4K - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 211
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 212
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 213
the rating level (1-5), and press [MENU/SET] to set. • When [Multi] has been selected, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each picture. (It is not possible to use the same setting for a multiple number of pictures.) • The number of a group pictures will be displayed, if you set for a group pictures. [999+] is - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 214
already registered. 2 Enter the text. (P56) • To delete the title, erase all the text in the text input screen. • You can print out texts (comments) using the software "PHOTOfunSTUDIO". • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time with [Multi]. Not available in these cases: • This function is not - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 215
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 following items. The settings you used for the recording are selected when you start setting these items. Allows you to select a White Balance preset and adjust it. If you [White - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 216
time you touch the screen twice, the display switches between enlarged and normal view. On the comparison screen, you can use the following operations to make adjustments: Button Touch operation operation Description of operation 0 2/1/ Dragging Selects a setting. [DISP.] [DISP.] Returns - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 217
10. Using Menu Functions • The effects applied through the RAW processing on the camera and those applied through the RAW processing on the software "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 218
then press [MENU/SET]. [Composite Merging] setting Select the frames you want to combine to superimpose brighter parts. 1 Drag the slide bar or use 3/4/2/1 to select the frames to combine. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • The selected frames are remembered, and the display goes to the preview screen. • Press - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 219
on the preceding or subsequent frames. (The sequence composition may not be created properly if the subject overlaps.) 1 Drag the slide bar or use 3/4/2/1 to select the frames to combine. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • The selected frames are remembered, and the display goes to the preview screen. • Press - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 220
the original ones. Not available in these cases: • [Clear Retouch] is not available in the following cases: - When the viewfinder display is in use - When an HDMI micro cable is connected • This function is not available in the following cases: - Motion pictures - 4K burst files - Images recorded - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 221
10. Using Menu Functions [Text Stamp] You can stamp recording information on recorded images. LISA MENU > [Playback] > [Text Stamp] 1 Select the picture. (P210) • ['] appears on screen if - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 222
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 223
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 224
10. Using Menu Functions [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually.) Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. • The [Rotate] function is file is paused. 3 Press 4. • The file may be lost if the card or battery is removed while processing the dividing. Not available in these cases: • It may not be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 225
10. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 226
10. 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] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 227
that supports Bluetooth low energy to expand the scope of applications • Pairing (connection setup) (P231) • Turning on/off the camera using a device (P253) Sending images to PC (P254) Using Web services (P256) This owner's manual refers to both smartphones and tablets as smartphones from - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 228
function Wi-Fi function/Bluetooth function ∫ Before Use • Set the clock. (P32) • To use the Wi-Fi function on this unit, a that it will not light/flash. (P202) ∫ 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 229
or move to an area without any reception while sending images. • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery when sending images. • When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 230
Google PlayTM Store". (iOS) Select "App Store". 3 Enter "Panasonic Image App" or "LUMIX" into the search box. 4 Select "Panasonic Image App" and install it. • Use the latest version. • Supported OSs are current as of September 2018 and are subject to change. • The service may not be able to be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 231
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Connecting the camera to a smartphone compatible with Bluetooth low energy You can connect the camera to a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection. • Supported smartphones Android: iOS: Android 5.0 or higher equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher (excluding - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 232
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function 7 Start "Image App". • The paired smartphone will be registered as a paired device after connected via Wi-Fi. ∫ Connecting to the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 233
energy Connect to a smartphone via Wi-Fi. • You can also connect via Wi-Fi to a smartphone that supports Bluetooth low energy by following the same steps. Connecting without using the password You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this unit without entering a password on your smartphone - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 234
up a connection When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [ON], you can enhance security by using manual entry or a QR code for password authentication. Preparations: (On the camera) Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON]. (P269) ∫ Using the QR code to set up a connection (On the camera) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 235
11. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 236
11. 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 237
Bluetooth low 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 238
11. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 239
tripod or by other means. Not available in these cases: • In the following cases, remote recording does not work: - Panorama Shot Mode¢ - When using [Time Lapse Shot] ¢ When [Priority of Remote Device] is set to [ ] ([Smartphone]), you can temporarily switch to Program AE Mode for remote recording - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 240
ON] - [Auto Transfer]: [OFF] About [B] (Bulb) You can perform [B] (Bulb) recording by setting the shutter speed dial to [T] (Time) in Manual Exposure Mode. (Up to 30 minutes) This function is useful when you take pictures of stars in the night sky or a night scene, since the shutter can be kept open - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 241
the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Reducing the time to recover from [Sleep Mode] Select the smartphone function to be used as a priority function when waking the camera from [Sleep Mode] with a smartphone. Preparation: Set [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] to [ON]. (P237) MENU > [Setup] > [Bluetooth - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 242
screen. To display images stored in the camera, select [LUMIX]. (To play back the image) 2 Touch the image to on the smartphone or conditions of use, the image quality may deteriorate or the upload it on a social media site or other web service) 3 Touch and hold and then drag the image. - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 243
11. 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- - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 244
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function • When [Auto Transfer] is set to [ON], [Wi-Fi Function] in [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu cannot be used. • If the camera turns off during image transfer and the file transfer is canceled, it will resend the files as soon as it is turned - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 245
offers a wide view of the sky, to try positioning. • Refer to the operating instructions of your smartphone. • Images with location information are indicated with [ ]. • The smartphone drains its battery faster while acquiring location information. • Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 246
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Synchronizing the camera's clock with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Synchronize the [Clock Set] setting and the [Home] or [Destination] - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 247
11. 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 can also terminate the connection by pressing [Wi-Fi].) • Pictures displayed using the Wi-Fi function cannot be output in 4K resolution. To output - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 248
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Sending images When sending pictures, first select [New device. • For details about playback of images, refer to the operating instructions for the destination device or the Web service. ∫ Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 249
will not be resent. • You may not be able to delete files or use the playback menu while sending. Not available in these cases: • If you set [Time Lapse Shot], the Wi-Fi connection is terminated and you cannot use this function. ∫ Send Images Stored in the Camera Images can be selected and - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 250
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Changing the settings for sending images Auto]/[Change] ([M], [S] or [VGA]) • You can set this to [Auto] if the destination is [Web service]. It changes the image size according to the status of the destination. [File Format] (Destination: [Smartphone], - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 251
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Sending images to a smartphone Preparations: • Install the "Image ". 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 252
11. 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-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 253
11. Using the Wi-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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 254
(P275) 2 Create a folder that receives images with "PHOTOfunSTUDIO". • For details, refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). When not using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (For Windows) Supported OS: Windows 10/Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows 7 Example: Windows 7 1 Select a folder you intend to - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 255
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Sending images to the PC 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 256
with "LUMIX CLUB". • Images may contain personal information that can be used to identify the user, such as a title, the time and date when the images was taken, and the location where the image was taken. Check this information before uploading images to web services. • Panasonic assumes no - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 257
: Make sure that you have created an account on the web service you want to use, and have the login information available. 1 Connect to the "LUMIX CLUB" site using a smartphone or computer. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ 2 Enter your "LUMIX CLUB" login ID and password and log in to the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 258
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function ∫ Sending images in the camera to a web service with simple operations 1 Display an image. 2 Press 4. to a wireless access point. (P264) • When you are not registered to the "LUMIX CLUB": Acquire a login ID and set a password. (P260) • When group pictures are - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 259
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparation: • Register to the "LUMIX CLUB". (P260) • Set up cloud synchronization. (Use "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" on a PC or "Image App" on a smartphone.) ∫ Using [Cloud Sync. Service] (As of September 2018) • Sent images are temporarily - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 260
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function About the [LUMIX CLUB] Acquire 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 261
using the acquired login ID, check the ID and password. To change the "LUMIX CLUB" password on the camera, access the "LUMIX CLUB" website from your smartphone or PC and change the "LUMIX sending images on this unit to other devices or web services. ∫ When either this unit or the smartphone has - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 262
the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Check the "LUMIX CLUB" terms of use Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [LUMIX CLUB] > [Terms of use] Deleting your login ID/"LUMIX CLUB" account Delete the login ID from the camera when transferring it - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 263
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function About Wi-Fi connections The following types of connections are Connects your device and the camera directly. [Select a destination from History]/[Select Connection is made using the same settings as the previous time. a destination from (P267) Favorite] 263 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 264
code type wireless access point with a WPS mark that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. 1 Select the wireless access connection, the camera will connect to the previously-used wireless access point. To change the connection destination, the operating instructions for the wireless access point for details - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 265
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" (P290) and "Troubleshooting" (P292) for details. • Depending on - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 266
11. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function Connecting the camera and another device directly the camera, select [WPS (PIN code)]. 2 Enter the PIN code of the device into this camera. [Manual Connection] Enter the SSID and password displayed on the camera. • If the destination is set to [Smartphone], - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 267
]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) Wi-Fi connection history is saved in History when the Wi-Fi function is used. Connecting from History allows you to easily connect with the same Wi-Fi settings as used previously. • If the settings of the device to connect to have been changed, it may not be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 268
Registered Name] • How to enter text (P56) • Because the number of items that can be saved in History is limited, register frequently-used connection settings to Favorites. • Performing [Reset Network Settings] deletes data registered in History and Favorites. • If the device you want to connect - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 269
an SSID and password. (P234) [OFF] Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID. (P233) • When [ON] is selected, you can also set up a connection by scanning a QR code. [LUMIX CLUB] Acquires or changes the "LUMIX CLUB" login ID. (P260) [PC Connection] You can set the workgroup. To send - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 270
can be entered. [Wi-Fi Function Lock] To prevent incorrect operation and use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal . • Once a password is set, you are required to enter it each time you use the Wi-Fi function. • If you forget the password, you can reset it with - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 271
motion pictures by connecting the camera and a TV that supports 4K motion picture and playing back 4K motion pictures recorded instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). Storing 4K motion pictures You cannot dub 4K motion pictures to Blu-ray discs and DVDs with Panasonic recorders. ∫ Storing on a PC Use - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 272
up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long) 2 Turn on the TV and select the input to match the connector in use. 3 Turn the camera on and then press [(]. • Depending on the aspect ratio, black bars may be displayed on cable (supplied) is connected simultaneously. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. 272 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 273
are 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 274
from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected to any PC capable of recognizing a mass storage device. • Windows support: Windows 10/Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows 7 • Mac support: OS X v10.5 to v10.11, macOS 10.12 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 275
available for download. • Download expiration: September 2023 http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_pfs10ae.html (This Site is Refer to the operating instructions for "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF file) for details about the operating environment required to use the playback and editing - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 276
.13 • For details on how to use the "SILKYPIX Developer Studio", refer to the Help or the Ichikawa Soft Laboratory's support website. LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version of and how to use LoiLoScope, download the LoiLoScope manual available for download at the website. • "LoiLoScope" - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 277
and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, damage may be caused to the recorded data. • Use a sufficiently charged battery, or the AC adaptor (optional) and the DC coupler (optional). • If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the alarm beeps - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 278
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC without using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " (For Mac) You can drag and of this unit is as follows. For Windows: For Mac: A drive ([LUMIX]) is displayed in [Computer] A drive ([LUMIX]) is displayed on the desktop • Card DCIM 100XXXXX PXXX0001.JPG PXXX0002.JPG - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 279
Recorder You can connect the camera to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc or DVD recorder and store instructions for the recorder about the details about copying and playing back. • Modes such as 4K motion picture may not be supported depending on the recorder being used. • Use a sufficiently charged battery - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 280
Pictures You can directly connect the camera to a PictBridge-supported printer for printing. Preparations: • Perform the print quality and prohibit icon) is displayed. (May not be displayed depending on the type of printer used.) 2 Press 3/4 to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 281
Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). If the remaining battery camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer. • The camera is After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 282
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 of the printer.) Adding date and text to pictures You can use [Text Stamp] in the [Playback - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 283
remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor (optional), use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. • Also read the operating instructions - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 284
13. Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display Display example: When [ ] (monitor style) is set and the monitor display is in use • The information displayed, such as histograms, magnifications, and numeric values, are only for the purpose of reference. In recording 60p 4:3 L BKT AFS Fn6 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 285
) 4K Photo (P101) Post Focus (P111) Self-timer (P116) Panorama Direction (P118) Battery indication (P22) Macro recording (P87) Image Stabilizer (P140) Jitter alert (P140) Focus ( value (P91) BKT Exposure Bracket (P132) Brightness (P61) Manual Exposure Assistance (P68) ISO sensitivity (P93) 285 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 286
13. Others 5 6 BKT AWB AWBc VÐî Ñ 1 98 r20 R 8m30s Dial Guide (P191) White Balance Bracket (P133) White Balance Fine Adjustment (P97) White Balance (P95) Color (P61) Number of recordable pictures (P29) Maximum number of pictures that - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 287
(P118) Aperture value (P37) Shutter speed (P37) Time recording (P69) Battery indication (P22) Card (displayed only during recording) 2 ISO AUTO 0 0 ISO sensitivity (P93) Exposure compensation value (P91) Brightness (P61) Manual Exposure Assistance (P68) ‰ Œ Flash Mode (P150) WL Flash ( - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 288
13. Others In playback 3 1 Ü3 å ' 8m30s 2 4:3 L 60p F1.7 60 4:3 L 1/98 SLF A› 1/98 2 0 00 AWB SLF 8m30s Quality (P173) Battery indication (P22) Picture number/Total pictures Connected to Wi-Fi Number of group pictures Motion picture recording time¢1 (P164) 3 Playback - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 289
13. Others In playback Detailed information display ISO 200 F1.7 AFS 1/5 4:3 L sRGB STD. 0 60 5500 10:00 DEC. 1.2018 100-0001 Photo style, Highlight shadow display 3/5 ISO 200 0 F1.7 60 10:00 DEC. 1.2018 100-0001 Lens information display 5/5 Histogram display 2/5 R G - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 290
Error]/[This memory card cannot be used] • Use a card compatible with this unit. (P27) ∫ Battery [This 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 Panasonic. • Remove any dirt and dust on - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 291
the smartphone Wi-Fi settings to this camera. ∫ Others [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] • This feature can only be used with pictures that comply with the DCF standard (P163). Perform formatting (P28) on this unit after saving necessary data on a PC, etc. [Cannot be - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 292
Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P292 to P300). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P208) on the [Setup] menu. Recording stops before finishing. Cannot record. Cannot use conditions also apply to the battery itself). • Charging is not - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 293
a fluorescent or LED lighting fixture during motion picture recording, manually adjust the shutter speed to 1/60 or 1/100. Setting one time. • Drive mode is set to other than [Single]. (P98) • Are you using the bracket function? (P130) The subject is not focused properly. • The subject is beyond the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 294
13. Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P93) • Increase the setting for [Noise Reduction] in [Photo Style] or lower the setting for each of the items other than [Noise Reduction]. (P175) • Set the [Long Shtr NR] to [ON]. (P179) The - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 295
requires cards with Speed Class ratings that support particular types of recording. Use supported cards. (P27) Sometimes focus adjustment with a position close to the end part of the motion picture. To avoid this problem, continue recording for an extra 3 seconds. Flash The flash is not activated. - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 296
this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC? If it is, it cannot be played back by this unit. > It is recommended to use the software "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" to write pictures from PC to card. • Set [Playback Mode] to [Normal Play]. (P212) Red part of the recorded image has changed - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 297
uses 2.4 GHz frequency operated nearby? > Radio waves may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use them sufficiently away from the device. • When the battery of the wireless access point cannot be set automatically, set it manually by selecting from channel 1 to 11. > When the network SSID - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 298
13. Others The PC is not recognized when I use a Wi-Fi connection. The camera cannot be connected to 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 299
cable after turning this unit off. The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer. • Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not support PictBridge. • Set to [PictBridge(PTP)] in [USB Mode]. (P205, 280) The ends of the pictures are cut at printing. • Release any - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 300
aperture adjustment, which occurs when a zoom operation, etc, causes the brightness to change. It is not a malfunction. Zooming stops instantaneously. • When using the Extended optical zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a malfunction. A red lamp sometimes turns on when the - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 301
by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on. Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines. • If you record near radio - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 302
external case or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. When not using the camera for a long period of time • Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. • If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 303
surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter. Always remove the battery after use. • Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or keep away from metallic objects (clips, etc.). Bring charged spare - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 304
being used. This is not a malfunction. • After use, storage bag after use and when storing to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be • Format or delete using the camera or a use unipods • When you use a tripod, make sure card or the battery when using a tripod or if you use excessive force - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 305
. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring (P304) When uploading images on web services • Images may contain information that can be used for identifying individuals such as titles, recording - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 306
the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device. ∫ Use of the Wi-Fi function of this camera is presumed to be in - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 307
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems 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 - Panasonic DC-LX100M2 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 308
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • This product uses "DynaFont" from
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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-LX100M2
DVQP1769ZA
F0918SQ0
Message Display
P290
Troubleshooting
P292
Finding the information you need
P2
Contents
P4
Contents by Function
P9
Menu list
P171
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