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features Digital Camera DMC-G7 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message Display Troubleshooting Finding the information you need Contents Contents by Function Menu list Register online at www.panasonic.com/register - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 2
Finding the information you need In this "Owner's Manual for advanced features", you can find the information you Search from "Menu list" Click this icon to jump to "Menu list". Search from "Troubleshooting" P376 P387 Click this icon to jump to "Finding the information you need". Click this - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 3
and jump to the corresponding page. • Operations and other details of this manual may vary depending on the Adobe Reader version you are using. ∫ About function cannot be used. : Continued to next page. In this owner's manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. MENU > [Rec - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 4
refer to the steps for using the Intelligent Auto Mode as a guide. In Intelligent Auto Mode, you can leave the settings to the Charge the battery. (P24) 2 A : Plug-in type B : Inlet type Insert the card (optional)/the 3 battery. (P31) • Insert the battery all the way in until it - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 5
Turn the camera on and set the clock. 6 (P41) ON OFF 7 Format the card (initialization). (P33) Set the mode dial to [¦]. (P46) 8 • The settings of the main functions are adjusted automatically. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Focus - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 6
manual 3 Quick Start Guide ...4 Contents by Function 12 1. Before Use Care of the camera 15 Standard Accessories 16 Names and Functions of Components 17 About the Lens...20 Cards and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery 31 • About the Card 33 • Formatting the card (initialization 33 • - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 7
Shot Mode 102 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode)........105 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode 115 Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode 126 • Minimizing operational sounds - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 8
with the Touch Pad 160 • Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position 161 • Setting the desired focus method 162 Adjusting Focus Manually 165 Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 171 Compensating the Exposure 173 Setting the Light Sensitivity 175 • Setting the upper - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 9
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Optical Image Stabilizer 222 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 224 • Raising the telescopic effect 225 • Zooming using touch operations 229 Taking pictures by using the flash 230 Setting the Flash Functions 233 • Changing the firing mode 233 • Changing Flash Mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 10
309 When sending images to AV device 310 When sending images to PC 312 Using Web services 316 • When sending images to web service 317 • When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service 321 Registering to the "LUMIX CLUB 323 • About the [LUMIX CLUB 323 About Connections 328 • Connecting - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 11
Optional accessories 360 Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display 365 Message Display 372 Menu list...376 • [Rec] ...376 • [Motion Picture 379 • [Custom] ...381 • [Setup] ...384 • [Playback] ...386 Troubleshooting ...387 Cautions for Use 402 11 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 12
P102 [Multi Exp P210 [Silent Mode P212 [3D Rec P357 Focus (AF/MF) [Focus Mode P149 [AF Mode P151 Adjusting the AF area position .....P157 [Manual Focus P165 [AF/AE Lock P171 Drive [Drive Mode P181 [4K PHOTO P185 [Self Timer P201 [Time Lapse Shot P204 [Stop Motion Animation P206 Picture - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 13
Motion Picture Motion Picture Creative Video Mode P126 [Silent Operation P127 [Rec Format P246 [Rec Quality P246 Motion pictures in 4K P245 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures P249 [Snap Movie P251 Image [Luminance Level P254 Audio [Mic Level Adj P255 [Mic Level Limiter - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 14
images P309 Sending images to an AV device P310 Sending images to a PC P312 Sending images to a web service P317 Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ........ P321 Connections with other devices PC "PHOTOfunSTUDIO P346 "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" ...... P346 Transferring images to a PC ........ P312 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 15
1. Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you: - Drop or hit the camera. - Press hard on the lens or the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 16
, refer to "Basic Owner's Manual". • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. • The card is optional. 16 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 17
1. Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 23 6 7 8 9 10 18 4 5 12 13 14 11 15 16 17 18 23 22 21 20 19 1 Focus distance reference mark (P168) Status indicator (P41)/ Wi-Fi® connection lamp (P291) 2 • The lamp lights green when the camera is turned on, and lights blue when - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 18
Fn4] button (P70) DC coupler cover (P364) 42 • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. 43 Release lever (P31) 44 Card/Battery door (P31) Tripod mount (P408) • It may not be possible to attach and securely 45 fasten a tripod - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 19
1. Before Use ∫ Lens H-FS1442A 1 2 345 H-FS45150 67 1 Lens surface 2 Tele 3 Focus ring (P165) 4 Zoom ring (P224) 5 Wide 6 Contact point 7 Lens fitting mark (P36) 8 [O.I.S.] switch (P222) 1 2 34 5 H-FS14140 67 1 2 345 8 6 7 19 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 20
(P229) For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 21
your interchangeable lens For smoother recording, we recommend updating the firmware of the interchangeable lens to the latest version. • To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the support site below: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 22
-I/UHS-II¢ UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards. • Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with Panasonic's cards. ¢ UHS-I/UHS-II is a high speed interface standard for SD memory cards. UHS-II supports a theoretical transfer rate approximately three times faster than that - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 23
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. 1 Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet A 2 Pass the end of the shoulder - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 24
any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 25
the contact areas of the power plug. Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat generated. • The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 26
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode ∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 360 pictures - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 27
Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor/viewfinder is on. • When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 28
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor) [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/60i]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used Recordable time Approx. 130 min Actual recordable time Approx. 65 min When the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 29
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/100M/30p]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used Recordable time Approx. 100 min Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) is used Recordable time Approx. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 30
, such as on ski slopes. - When flash is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 31
lever in the direction of the arrow. 2: Open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 2 Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 32
warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. • Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 33
battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) (P364) when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 34
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 (16M) M (8M) S (4M) 8 GB 890 1640 2800 • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [ ] [Picture Size] L (16M) M (8M) S - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 35
camera may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. • Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of recordable pictures and available recording time vary. • MP4 motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] size of [FHD], [HD] or [VGA - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 36
picture taking-options and further your enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P403 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Attaching the lens 1 Turn the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 37
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Detaching the lens • Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. A Lens release button • When the lens is removed from the camera body, make sure to attach the body cap to the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 38
contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lenses (H-FS1442A/H-FS14140) Hold the lens hood by placing your fingers as shown in the figure. • Do not hold the lens hood in such a way that - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 39
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Interchangeable Lens (H-FS45150) To attach the lens hood that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150) 1 Align the mark A ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens. 2 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it clicks and - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 40
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Opening the Monitor/Adjusting the Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below. 1 Open the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 41
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. • When the camera is turned on, the status indicator 1 ON lights up green. OFF • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 2 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 42
steps 5 and 6 on P41. • 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.) • If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you stamp the date - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 43
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Basic Operations Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not cover the flash, AF Assist lamp A, microphone B, or speaker C with your fingers or other - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 44
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Shutter button (Taking pictures) The shutter button works in two steps. To take a picture, press it. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. C (It - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 45
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Displaying a picture right after it is taken MENU > [Custom] > [Auto Review] [Duration Time] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway. [5SEC - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 46
motion pictures with a manually set aperture value and shutter speed. ¢ You cannot take still pictures. Custom Mode (P128) Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. Panorama Shot Mode (P102) This mode allows you to take panorama pictures. Scene Guide Mode (P105) This - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 47
Started/Basic Operations Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. • This owner's manual describe operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows: e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left e.g.: When rotating the rear - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 48
items to be assigned temporarily to the front/rear dials in [Dial Operation Switch Setup] in [Dial Set.] in the [Custom] menu. (P49) 1 Press [Fn11]. • A guide will be displayed showing the items temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials. • If no operations are performed, the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 49
that are temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials can be used only while the guide (step 1 ) or setting screen (step 2 ) is displayed. If you of settings Assigns the operations of the aperture value and shutter speed in Manual Exposure Mode. [ F SS]: Assigns the aperture value to the front dial - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 50
/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. • This owner's manual expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed. Even on menu screens etc. on which the guide is not displayed, you can make - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 51
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information) Press [DISP.] to switch the information displayed on the screen. In Recording Mode • You can select between [ ] (monitor style) and [ ] (viewfinder style) for each of the monitor and the viewfinder - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 52
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ([ ] viewfinder style) • Screen will switch as follows: (Example of display on viewfinder) With information (detailed information)¢ With information 30p 4:3 L AFS With information (detailed information, tilt sensor display)¢ 30p 4:3 L AFS With - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 53
in orange. - When the Manual Exposure Assistance is other than [n0] during Exposure Compensation or in the Manual Exposure Mode - When the editing software used in PCs etc. Displaying/not displaying the guide lines MENU > [Custom] > [Guide Line OFF] • The guideline is not displayed in the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 54
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. 1 Press [DISP.] to display the tilt sensor. 2 Check the tilt of the camera. A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 55
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations In Playback Mode • Screen will switch as follows: With information¢1 Detailed information display¢2 4:3 L 1/98 F3.5 60 2 0 00 AWB F3.5 60 0 WB AWB ISO 200 AFS P STD. 10:00 DEC. 1.2015 4:3 L s RGB 100-0001 Histogram display¢2 F3.5 60 0 ISO200 1/98 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 56
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Displaying/not displaying white saturated areas MENU > [Custom] > [Highlight] > [ON]/[OFF] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. This does not affect the recorded image. • If - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 57
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder) Press [LVF] to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder. A [LVF] button B Eye sensor [LVF]/[Fn5] button can be used in two ways, as [LVF] or as [Fn5] (function 5). The button can be used as the [LVF] button at the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 58
[Eye Sensor AF]. • [Eye Sensor AF] may not work in dimly lit conditions. • The [Eye Sensor AF] feature is disabled in the following conditions: - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Thirds - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 59
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Touch screen (Touch operations) Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. ∫ Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Fn6 • When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to touch the center of the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 60
OFF] • 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.) • Do not press on the monitor with hard pointed tips - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 61
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: Just by touching the subject you want as your point of focus, the camera will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 62
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Easily Optimizing the Brightness for a Specified Area (Touch AE) Applicable modes: You can easily optimize the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. 1 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 63
in which you touch the screen, and button operations in which you press the cursor button and rotate the rear dials. In this owner's manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [Quality] from [A] to [›] MENU > [Rec] > [Quality] > [›] 1 Press - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 64
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu. 1 Press 2. 2 Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as [ ]. • You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. • Select a menu item - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 65
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Close the menu Press [ ] or press the shutter button halfway. (In touch operation) Touch [ ]. • When [Menu Information] (P80) in the [Setup] menu is set to [ON], explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. • If you set [Menu - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 66
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. [Q.MENU]/[Fn2] button - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 67
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Switching the method for setting Quick Menu items MENU > [Custom] > [Q.MENU] [PRESET]: The default items can be set. [CUSTOM]: The Quick Menu will consist of desired items. (P68) 67 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 68
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item When [Q.MENU] (P67) in the [Custom] menu is set to [CUSTOM], the Quick Menu can be changed as desired. Up to 15 items can be set to the Quick Menu. 1 Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. 4:3 L AFS 2 Press - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 69
[Custom] menu - [Silent Mode] (P212) - [Monochrome Live View] (P221) - [Peaking] (P170) - [Rec Area] (P243) - [Histogram] (P53) - [Step Zoom] (P228) - [Guide Line] (P53) - [Zoom Speed] (P228) - [Zebra Pattern] (P220) - [Touch Screen] (P60) 4 Press [ ]. • It will return to screen of step - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 70
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons and icons. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Custom] > [Fn Button Set] 2 Press 3/4 to select [Setting in REC mode] or [Setting in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 71
Picture Mode] (P249) - [Mic. Directivity Adjust] (P362) [Custom] menu - [Silent Mode] (P212): [Fn3]¢ - [Peaking] (P170) - [Histogram] (P53): [Fn8]¢ - [Guide Line] (P53) - [Zebra Pattern] (P220) - [Monochrome Live View] (P221) - [Rec Area] (P243) - [Step Zoom] (P228) - [Zoom Speed] (P228) - [Touch - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 72
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • Some functions cannot be used depending on the mode or displayed screen. • When using [Ex. Tele Conv.] (still pictures), check that [Picture Size] is set to [M] or [S]. • When set to [Focus Area Set], it is possible to display the position setting screen of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 73
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P63. [Clock Set] and [Economy] are important items. Check their settings before using the camera. [Clock Set] - • Refer to P41 for details. [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 74
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P276). [Travel Setup - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 75
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations This allows you to set the volume for electronic sound and the electronic shutter sound. [Beep] [Beep Volume]: [u] (High) [t] (Low) [s] (OFF) [E-Shutter Vol]: [ ] (High) [ ] (Low) [ ] (OFF) [E-Shutter Tone]: [ 1 ]/[ 2 ]/[ 3 ] • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 76
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. [Monitor Display]/ [Viewfinder] [ ] ([Brightness]): Adjust the brightness. [ ] ([Contrast]): Adjust the contrast. [ ] ([Saturation]): Adjust the clarity of colors. [ ] ([Red Tint]): - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 77
Operations The unit can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. [Economy] [Sleep Mode]: The camera is you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set when connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set when connecting to a PC - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 78
work only during playback. • If no image appears on the TV with [AUTO], switch the setting to a constant setting other than [AUTO] to set a format supported by your TV. 78 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 79
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [TV Connection] [HDMI Info Display (Rec)]: Set whether or not to display information when recording an image on the camera while monitoring it on a TV. [ON]: The camera display is output as is. [OFF]: Only images are output. • This will work when the HDMI - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 80
. [Version Disp.] - • This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A card (P33) after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere. • To reset the folder number to 100, format the card - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 81
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings. (Excluding [LUMIX CLUB] (P327)) • Always reset the camera when disposing or selling it to prevent personal information saved within the camera from being misused. • - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 82
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Entering Text It is possible to enter babies' and pets' names and the locations when recording. When a screen that looks like the one on the right is displayed, you can enter characters. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) • Example of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 83
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them. The - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 84
3. Recording Modes 1 Set the mode dial to [¦]. • The camera will switch to either the most recently used of Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. (P90) 2 Align the screen with the subject. • When the camera - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 85
3. Recording Modes ∫ Auto Focus, Face/Eye Detection , and Face Recognition The Auto Focus Mode is automatically set to [š]. If you touch the subject, the AF tracking function will work. The AF tracking function will also work if you press 2 and then press the shutter button halfway. (About tracking - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 86
3. Recording Modes Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) Recording Mode: When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON] and [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the night scenery will be taken at a high burst speed and composed into a single picture. This mode is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 87
3. Recording Modes Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording Mode: When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 88
function is used. Not available in these cases: • Depending on the lens used, Defocus Control function may not operate. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. 88 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 89
3. Recording Modes Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone Recording Mode: This mode enables you to change the brightness and color tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera. Setting brightness 1 Press [ ]. 2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust brightness. • Press - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 90
3. Recording Modes About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode ∫ Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2. 3 Press 3/4 to select the [ ] or [ ] tab. 4 Press 1 to select [ ] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. • If [DISP.] is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 91
Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Auto Review]/[Fn Button Set]/[Q.MENU]/[Dial Set.]/[Video Button]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Eye Sensor]/[Touch Settings]/[Touch Scroll]/[Menu Guide]/[Shoot w/o Lens] All menu items can be set. (P73) Intelligent Auto Mode Item [Aspect Ratio]/[Picture Size]/[AFS/AFF]/[Burst Rate]/[4K - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 92
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Automatically Adjusted Aperture and Shutter Speed (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 93
3. Recording Modes Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 94
3. Recording Modes Example of Program Shift [When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used] 㸫1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 㸦(Y㸧 2 17 2.8 18 4 19 (A) 5.6 20 8 21 11 22 16 23 22 4 2 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000 1/16000 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 95
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P100) • The brightness of the screen and the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 96
3. Recording Modes Shutter-Priority AE Mode When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically optimizes the aperture value for the brightness of the subject. When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 97
dial to set the shutter speed, and rotate the front dial to set the aperture value. A Exposure meter B Aperture value C Shutter speed D Manual Exposure Assistance A SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 0 +3 5.6 30 BC D Aperture value Reduces Increases It becomes easier to defocus the It - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 98
shutter speed to [B], [B] is displayed on the screen. • When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], use a sufficiently charged battery. (P24) • The Manual Exposure Assistance does not appear. • This function is not available when using the electronic shutter. • It can only be used with - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 99
MENU > [Custom] > [Constant Preview] > [ON]/[OFF] • This function does not work when using the flash. Close the flash. • It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode. • Rotate the front/rear dial to display the Exposure Meter. Unsuitable areas of the range are displayed in red. • If the exposure - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 100
3. Recording Modes Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 101
values and shutter speed blink red A when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • If the Manual Exposure Assistance is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode. For more details on Manual Exposure Assistance, refer to P98. 3.5 4000 -3 2 0 00 98 A 1 Set a function button to [One Push - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 102
at a constant speed. Pictures may not be able to be recorded properly if the camera is moved too fast or slow. A Recording direction and panning (Guide) 102 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 103
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. ∫ Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama pictures MENU > [Rec]>[Panorama Settings] Sets the recording direction. [Direction - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 104
3. Recording Modes ∫ About playback Pressing 3 will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. 1/98 • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. 3 Start panorama playback/Pause¢ 4 Stop ¢ When the playback is paused, you can scroll - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 105
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode: If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 106
[Scene Switch], and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step 2 on P105. • The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. - Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style] - [Sensitivity] - [Metering - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 107
3. Recording Modes For details on "Scene Guide Mode" settings, refer to P105. [Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin] [Backlit Softness] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 108
3. Recording Modes [Clear in Backlight] [Relaxing Tone] Outdoors, the flash will be used to more evenly illuminate the subject's face. Tips • Open the flash. (You can set to White saturation can occur if the subject is too close. • Flash pictures taken closer or beyond the flash's rated distance - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 109
3. Recording Modes [Distinct Scenery] Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery. [Bright Blue Sky] On a sunny day, the overall screen brightness is increased to create a vibrant image of the blue sky. [Romantic Sunset Glow] The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 110
3. Recording Modes [Vivid Sunset Glow] Red is enhanced to create a vivid image of the sunset. [Glistening Water] [Clear Nightscape] The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and slightly bluish. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 111
3. Recording Modes [Cool Night Sky] Blue tones are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated image of the night sky after sunset. Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 112
3. Recording Modes [Glittering Illuminations] The star filter enhances pinpoints of light. Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. • The shutter may remain closed - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 113
3. Recording Modes [Soft Image of a Flower] The soft focus creates a diffused image. Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it. [Appetizing Food] • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 114
3. Recording Modes [Cute Dessert] The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the cuteness of the dessert. Tips • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. • We - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 115
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 116
an image effect simultaneously. (P134) • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO]. • Depending on the [Menu Guide] setting in the [Custom] menu, either the selection screen or the recording screen is displayed when the Mode Dial is switched. (P106) Adjust the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 117
3. Recording Modes Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. 1 Press [Fn4] to display the setting screen. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set. • If you press [MENU/SET], you can return to the recording - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 118
3. Recording Modes For details on "Creative Control Mode" settings, refer to P115. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colors Pop colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Color - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 119
3. Recording Modes [Low Key] This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts. Items that can be set Color Red emphasized Blue emphasized [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 120
3. Recording Modes [Rough Monochrome] This effect creates a black and white picture with granular noise. Items that can be set Grittiness Less gritty Grittier • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Silky - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 121
3. Recording Modes [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone • Select the desired color tone by rotating the rear dial, and then press [MENU/SET]. [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 122
3. Recording Modes [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colors Pop colors ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 123
3. Recording Modes [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus [Fantasy] • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 124
3. Recording Modes [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness. Items that can be set Amount of color left Small amount of color Large amount of color ∫ Set the color to leave in Set the color to leave in by selecting a location on the screen. 1 Press [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 125
3. Recording Modes [Sunshine] This effect adds a cast of light to the scene. Items that can be set Color Yellow tone/Red tone/Blue tone/White tone • Select the color tone by rotating the rear dial, and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ Setting the light source You can change the position and size of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 126
color tone or brightness of the image may change, or horizontal stripes may appear on the screen. In that case, change the Recording Mode or manually adjust the shutter speed to 1/60 or 1/100. • When [Exposure Mode] is set to [M], [AUTO] of the ISO sensitivity will switch to [200]. • Drive mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 127
3. Recording Modes Minimizing operational sounds during motion picture recording The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. Using touch icons allows silent operation while recording motion pictures. Select the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 128
not registered as custom settings. [Rec] menu - Data registered with [Face Recog.] - The [Profile Setup] setting [Setup] menu - All menus [Custom] menu - [Touch Scroll] - [Menu Guide] [Playback] menu - [Rotate Disp.] - [Picture Sort] - [Delete Confirmation] 128 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 129
3. Recording Modes Recording using registered custom set You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set the mode dial to [ ] • The custom set you used last time ([ ], [ ], or [ ]) will be called up. ∫ To change a custom set 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 130
setting will be reset to [Standard] when the camera is switched to another Recording Mode or this unit is turned on and off. • In Scene Guide Mode, a photo style which matches each scene is fixed. • Those menu items are shared by the [Rec] menu and the [Motion Picture] menu. When the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 131
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings ∫ Adjusting the picture quality • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. -5 6WDQGDUG 0 +5 ±0 S ±0 ±0 ±0 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 132
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Recording Images with Image Effects ([Filter Settings]) Applicable modes: You can apply image effects (filters) that are available for Creative Control Mode to images in other modes, such as Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Panorama Shot Mode. MENU > [Rec] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 133
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings • [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]¢/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] are not available in the following cases. - Creative Video Mode - When recording motion pictures - When recording 4K photos ¢ In Creative Video Mode or when - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 134
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Taking a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously ([Simultaneous record w/o filter]) You can press the shutter button once and take two pictures simultaneously, one with an image effect and the other one without it. MENU > [Rec] > [Filter - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 135
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions ([Highlight Shadow]) Applicable modes: You can adjust the brightness of bright and dark portions on an image while checking the brightness on the screen. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Highlight Shadow] 2 Press - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 136
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 137
[] You can set the color temperature manually for taking natural pictures in different lighting only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera's flash. (P232) • In Scene Guide Mode, changing the scene or Recording Mode will return White Balance settings (including the White Balance - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 138
returns to the standard setting (center point) in the following cases. - When you reset the White Balance in [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] or [ 4 ] - When you reset the color temperature manually in [ ] 138 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 139
does not work in the following cases: - Panorama Shot Mode - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ - When [HDR] is set to [ON] - When using [Multi Exp - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 140
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Setting the Picture Quality and Size Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. MENU > [Rec] > [Aspect Ratio] [4:3] [3:2] [16:9] [1:1] [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 141
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings • When [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P225) is set, [ ] is displayed on the picture sizes of each aspect ratio except for [L]. • The picture size will be fixed to [S] when [Burst Rate] is set to [SH]. • The picture size will be fixed to [4K] ([4:3]: 3328k2496; [3:2]: - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 142
available in these cases: • The following effects are not reflected in RAW images: - Intelligent Auto Plus Mode - Scene Guide Mode - Creative Control Mode - White Balance - [Photo Style]¢1/[Highlight Shadow]¢1/[i.Dynamic]¢1/[Red-Eye Removal]¢2/[i.Resolution]¢1/ [Diffraction Compensation]¢2/[Color - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 143
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Using Image Correction Functions Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure are compensated when the brightness difference between the background and subject is great, etc. MENU > [Rec] > [i.Dynamic] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 144
n3 EV]: Adjusts the exposure within the selected exposure parameters. [Auto Align] [ON]: Automatically corrects camera shake (jitter) and other problems that can cause the images to misalign. Recommended for use during hand-held shooting. [OFF]: Image misalignment not adjusted. Recommended when - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 145
Rate] is set to [SH] - When recording 4K photos • Depending on the lens used, [Shading Comp.] may not operate. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. ] ([Video 145 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 146
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Raising the resolution when the aperture is closed ([Diffraction Compensation]) Applicable modes: The camera raises the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. MENU > [Rec] > [Diffraction Compensation] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 147
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Adjusting Focus Automatically By setting the optimum Focus Mode or Auto Focus Mode for the subject or recording condition, you can let the camera automatically adjust focus in various scenes. 1 Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or [AFC]. AFS/ AFF - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 148
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings • If the camera detects stars in the night sky after displaying [ LOW ], Starlight AF will be activated. When focus is achieved, the focus indication [ ] and AF areas in focus are displayed. STAR (Detection with Starlight AF works only for - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 149
. When the subject is moving, the focusing is performed by predicting the subject position at the time of recording. (Movement prediction) [MF] Set the focus manually. (P165) 149 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 150
4K Photo function Not available in these cases: • Depending on the lens used, [AFF] and [AFC] may not operate. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. • [AFF] is not available when recording 4K photos. [Continuous AF] works during recording. 150 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 151
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Selecting the Auto Focus Mode Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Press 2 ( ). リヴヰ ョㄏピ 2 Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. ([Face/Eye - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 152
Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Artistic Nightscape]/ [Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Appetizing Food]/[Cute Dessert] (Scene Guide Mode) • Under certain picture-taking conditions including the following cases, the Face/Eye Detection Function may fail to work - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 153
]. • In the following cases, [ ] operates as [Ø]. - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower]/[Monochrome] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Sepia]/[Monochrome]/[Dynamic Monochrome]/[Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/ [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/[Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 154
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Locking the subject to be tracked ( [Tracking]) Button operation Aim the AF tracking frame over the subject, and press the shutter button halfway. A AF tracking frame • AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • The AF area turns yellow - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 155
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi]) Selecting from 49 AF areas, you can freely set the optimum shape of the AF area for the subject. 1 Press 2 ( ). 2 Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and press 3. • If you press 4, the AF area setting - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 156
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting [ ]/[ ] When [ ] is selected, you can change the vertical size and position; when [ ] is selected, you can change the horizontal size and position. Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3/4/2/1 Touching Moves the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 157
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area Applicable modes: When or [ ] in Auto Focus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. • Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function. • When - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 158
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. 1 Press 2 ( ). 2 Select [š] or [Ø] and press 4. • AF area setting screen is displayed. • You can also display the AF area setting screen by touching the screen. 3 Change the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 159
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. • The focus position cannot be set at the edge of the screen. 1 2 3 Press 2 ( ). Select [ ] and press 4. Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 160
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the AF area position with the Touch Pad Applicable modes: By setting [Touch Pad AF] in [Touch Settings] (P60) in the [Custom] menu, you can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor. • If you touch the monitor when the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 161
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position Applicable modes: By setting [Touch AF] (P60) in [Touch Settings] of the [Custom] menu to [AF+AE], you can optimize the focus and brightness for the position you have touched. 1 Select the menu. ( - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 162
is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. • Press the shutter button halfway again when In low light situations - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Third lenses that do not support contrast AF 162 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 163
]/[Bright Blue Sky]/[Romantic Sunset Glow]/[Vivid Sunset Glow]/[Glistening Water]/[Clear Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Artistic Nightscape]/ [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON] 163 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 164
[RELEASE], please be aware that focus may not be achieved even with focus mode set to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC]. Adjusting/not adjusting the focus manually after achieving Auto Focus MENU > [Custom] > [AF+MF] > [ON]/[OFF] When AF Lock is ON (press the shutter button halfway with the focus mode set - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 165
distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. The operations used to focus manually differ depending on the lens. When using an interchangeable lens When using the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A/H-FS45150/H-FS14140) with having a focus lever - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 166
screen. • Pressing [DISP.] resets the focus position back to the center. 4 Adjust the focus. A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) B MF Assist (enlarged screen) C Peaking D MF Guide • The in-focus portions will be highlighted. (Peaking) • You can check whether the point of focus is to the near side or to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 167
close approximately 10 seconds after the operation. • MF Assist or MF guide may not display depending on the lens used, but you can display Pre-Burst]) of the 4K Photo function - When using the Digital Zoom Technique for Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it a - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 168
interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used] Achieving focus quickly using Auto Focus MENU > [Custom] > [AF/AE Lock] > [AF-ON] If [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed in Manual Focus, Auto Focus will work. • Auto Focus works at the center of the frame. • If Auto Focus is used while the MF Assist screen is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 169
to be enlarged is not displayed. Displaying/not displaying the MF Guide MENU > [Custom] > [MF Guide] > [ON]/[OFF] A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) When [MF Guide] on the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and you focus manually, the MF guide is displayed on the screen. You can check whether the point - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 170
setting switches in order of [ON] ([Detect Level]: [LOW]) > [ON] ([Detect Level]: [HIGH]) > [OFF]. • This function works in Manual Focus or when focus is being adjusted manually with [AF+MF]. • Since portions with clear outlines on the screen are highlighted as in-focus portions, portions to be - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 171
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. 1 Align the screen with the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 172
released MENU > [Custom] > [AF/AE Lock Hold] > [ON]/[OFF] • AF Lock only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • The subject can be focused again by pressing the shutter button halfway even when AE is locked - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 173
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) 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. The [ ]/[Fn1] button can be used in two ways, as [ ] (exposure - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 174
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings 4 Press [ ] to set. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set. • When [Auto Exposure Comp.] in [Flash] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ON], the brightness of the flash will automatically be set to the level appropriate to the selected Exposure - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 175
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. 1 Press 3 ( ). - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 176
Exposure Mode. • [AUTO] and [ ] are not available when taking pictures with the shutter speed set to [B] (Bulb) in Manual Exposure Mode. • When [Multi Exp.] is set, the maximum setting is [ISO3200]. • In Creative Video Mode or when recording 4K photos, the settings below are - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 177
function is not available in the following cases: - [Clear Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures Setting the step increment of ISO sensitivity Applicable modes: You can adjust the ISO sensitivity settings - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 178
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the Metering Mode Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. MENU > [Rec] > [Metering Mode] [] (Multiple) [] (Center weighted) [] (Spot) This is the method in which the camera measures the most - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 179
(Sec.) B (Bulb)¢1/60 to 1/4000th 1¢2 to 1/16000th Shutter sound Mechanical shutter sound¢3 Electronic shutter sound¢4 ¢1 This setting is available only in Manual Exposure Mode. (P97) ¢2 Up to an ISO sensitivity of [ISO3200]. When the setting is higher than [ISO3200], the shutter speed will be - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 180
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Minimizing vibration of the shutter Applicable modes: To reduce the influence of hand shake or shutter vibration, shutter is released after the specified time has passed. Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Shutter Delay] Settings: [8SEC]/[4SEC]/[2SEC]/[1SEC]/[ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 181
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Rotating the drive mode dial. [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. [Burst] (P182) Recordings are made in succession - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 182
- Max. 60 None Available Available 13 or more¢2, 3, 4 100 or more¢2, 3, 4 ¢1 Number of recordable pictures ¢2 When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic 182 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 183
may be reduced) ¢4 Pictures can be taken until the capacity of the card becomes full. However the burst speed will become slower halfway. The exact ] [RELEASE] Normal focusing¢2 Predicted focusing¢3 [MF] - Focus set with Manual Focus ¢1 When the subject is dark or the burst speed is set to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 184
shooting, use of a high speed memory card is recommended. Not available in these cases: • The Burst Mode is disabled in the following cases. - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 185
moment as a picture of 8 million pixels (approx.). 1 Record a 4K photo. 2 Select and save pictures. 3 The picture is complete. • Use a UHS Speed Class 3 card to record 4K photos. (P22) • When recording 4K photos, the angle of view is slightly narrower. 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ]. • Settings - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 186
the moment that the shutter button is pressed. The shutter sound will be heard only once. F Approximately 1 seconds G Recording is performed • The battery drains faster when the drive mode is set to 4K Photo and [4K PHOTO] is set to [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]). Recording length: Approximately - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 187
6. Shutter and Drive Settings 4 Press the shutter button halfway. • The recording screen will be displayed. You can also perform the same operation by pressing and holding [ ] until the recording screen is displayed. 5 Press the shutter button to perform recording. 30p 4:3 4K AFS Recording - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 188
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Recording with [4K Burst] 1 Select [ ] ([4K Burst]). (P185) 2 Press the shutter button halfway. 4:3 30p 4K AFS 3 Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to perform recording. A Available recording time • Press the button fully slightly in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 189
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Recording with [4K Burst(S/S)] 1 Select [ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)]). (P185) 2 Press the shutter button fully. 4:3 30p 4K AFS • Recording of a 4K burst file will start. • If you are using Auto Focus, [Continuous AF] will work during recording. Focus will be adjusted - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 190
and exposure Auto Focus adjusts focus continuously, and except in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts exposure continuously. • Focus cannot to 4K Photo and [4K PHOTO] is set to [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]), the battery drains faster and the camera temperature rises. • Select [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) only - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 191
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving • The picture will be saved in JPEG format. • The picture will be saved with recording information (Exif information), including its shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity information. Setting [Playback Mode] in the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 192
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 2/1 Selects a frame Touching>Dragging • You can select a frame from 60 frames (continuous burst time of approximately 2 seconds). Select / with 2/1 > [MENU/SET] Displays the previous or next frames in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 193
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Fn1 Fn2 Fn2 During pause During continuous playback Button operation 3 4 3/4 1 Touch operation Description of operation Continuous playback Continuous rewind • Frames are rewound in approximately 0.5 second intervals at a faster speed - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 194
6. Shutter and Drive Settings 4K burst files recorded with [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) 1 Select a 4K burst file ( ) on the playback screen, and press 3. • You can also perform the same operation by touching the icon [ ]. • The slide view screen for selecting pictures will be displayed. It takes a few - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 195
(P78) to [AUTO] or [4K]. • When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO]. Connect the camera and a TV with an HDMI micro burst playback screen. • Even if you insert the card to a 4K-compatible TV with an SD card slot, you cannot play back 4K burst files recorded - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 196
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Notes on the 4K Photo function ∫ To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos. ∫ To record the subject with reduced blur You can reduce the blur of the subject by setting a faster shutter speed - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 197
6. Shutter and Drive Settings ∫ Limitations on the 4K Photo function To optimize settings for 4K photo recording, certain limitations apply to some recording functions, menu items and other settings. • The following items are fixed to the settings indicated below: [4K] (8M) [Picture Size] • - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 198
]/[Glistening Water]/[Artistic Nightscape]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Clear Night Portrait]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - When White - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 199
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket [Step]: [3•1/3], [Sequence]: [0/s/r] 1st - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 200
Bracket is disabled in the following cases. - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - When White Balance - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 201
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. • Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • After the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 202
6. Shutter and Drive Settings • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. • The flash output may vary slightly when the [ ] is selected. Not available in these cases: • It cannot be set to [ ] in the following cases. - When White Balance Bracket is set - When recording with the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 203
pictures. (P262) • When only one picture is taken, it will not be saved as a group picture. • We recommend that you use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (optional) and a DC coupler (optional). ∫ To display the setup screen before recording 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ]. 2 Display - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 204
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) Applicable modes: If you set the start time of recording, the recording interval and the number of pictures, the camera can automatically take pictures of subjects such as animals or plants as time - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 205
manually the battery or the card. • Do not connect the AV cable (optional), the HDMI micro cable, or the USB connection cable (supplied) during Time Lapse Shooting. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 206
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) Applicable modes: A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. Before creating a motion picture with [Stop Motion Animation] With [Stop Motion Animation], you can make a motion picture in which - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 207
] Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. When the shutter button is pressed fully, recording starts. This is for taking pictures manually, frame by frame. [Shooting Interval] (Only when [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON]) Sets the interval for automatic recording. A value between - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 208
] is set to [ON] - When using [Multi Exp.] • [Auto Shooting] in [Stop Motion Animation] is not available for the following functions: - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) 208 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 209
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Creating motion pictures from recorded pictures To create motion pictures after taking pictures, follow the steps below. 1 Select the methods for creating a motion picture. • The recording format is set to [MP4]. [Rec Quality] Sets the quality of a motion picture. [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 210
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) Applicable modes: Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent per a single image) 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Multi Exp.] 2 Press 3/4 to select [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 211
just right. ∫ Superimposing pictures on a picture already taken On the screen shown in step 2, set [Overlay] to [ON]. After [Start], images in the card will be displayed. Select the RAW images, press [MENU/ SET], and continue recording. • [Overlay] is available only for RAW images taken with this - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 212
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode]) Applicable modes: This function is useful for recording images in a quiet environment, public facility, etc. or recording images of subjects such as babies or - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 213
group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. KEN KEN Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Face Recog.] Settings: [ON]/[OFF]/[MEMORY] • [Face Recog.] will turn [ON] automatically when the face image is registered. • The following functions will also work with the Face Recognition - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 214
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes • [Face Recog.] only works when the AF Mode is set to [š]. • During the Burst Mode, [Face Recog.] picture information can be attached to only the first picture. • When group pictures are played back, the name of the first picture of the set - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 215
, depending on the facial expression and environment. 1 Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Face register a new person. 3 Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 216
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes 4 Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. [Name] [Age] [Add Images] It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to " - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 217
can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 218
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images Applicable modes: If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years in the images. You can display these at playback or stamp - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 219
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Using screens and displays suitable for recording Displaying the center of the screen ([Center Marker]) Applicable modes: The center of the recording screen will be displayed as [+]. This is convenient for operating the zoom while keeping - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 220
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Checking areas that may be white saturated ([Zebra Pattern]) Applicable modes: You can check areas that may be white saturated by displaying areas above a certain luminance level in a zebra pattern. You can also set the minimum luminance - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 221
convenient when a black and white screen will make it easier to set focus with Manual Focus. MENU > [Custom] > [Monochrome Live View] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] be displayed on the camera monitor. • The scene selection screen in Scene Guide Mode is not output through the HDMI connection. • Images are not - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 222
automatically corrects it, so you can record images with reduced jitter. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. • The interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A/H-FS45150/H-FS14140) supports the Optical Image Stabilizer function. • When using an interchangeable lens with O.I.S. switch (such - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 223
Sync./Red-Eye Reduction - [Clear Nightscape]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Artistic Nightscape]/ [Glittering Illuminations]/[Clear Night Portrait] (Scene Guide Mode) - When you set to a slow shutter speed • It is recommended to disable the Optical Image Stabilizer when using a tripod - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 224
the zoom ring. T W Move the zoom lever. (The zoom speed varies depending on T Interchangeable lens how far you move the lever.) that supports the • If you assign [Zoom Control] to a function power zoom button, you can operate the optical zoom W (electrically operated slowly by pressing - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 225
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Raising the telescopic effect [Ex. Tele Conv.] Applicable modes: The Extended Tele Conversion enables you to take pictures that are further enlarged without deteriorating the picture quality. When taking pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] ([Rec]) 1.2k: [ 1.4k: [ 2.0k: [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 226
is terminated when [Fn1] is pressed again or a certain amount of time passes. 4:3 4:3 EX1.0x EX2.0x • When using an interchangeable lens that supports the power zoom, Extended Tele Conversion becomes available after zooming in to the Tele end of the optical zoom. A Optical Zoom range (Focal - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 227
Size] setting by pressing [DISP.]. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop] (Creative Control Mode) - When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] - When [Burst Rate] is set to [SH - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 228
when using a lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). • The interchangeable lenses (H-FS1442A/H-FS45150/H-FS14140) are not compatible with power zoom. (For compatible lenses, please refer to our website.) MENU > [Custom] > [Power Zoom Lens] [Disp Focal Length] When - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 229
Touch zoom) (Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recording are operable) • If you are using an interchangeable lens not supporting power zoom (H-FS1442A/H-FS45150/ H-FS14140), you can only operate the Extended Tele Conversion for pictures by setting [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P225) to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 230
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures by using the flash Applicable modes: ∫ Open/Close the built-in flash Taking a picture using the flash becomes possible by opening the built-in flash. A To open the flash Press the flash open button. B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 231
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Forcing the flash off ([Œ]) When the flash is closed or pictures cannot be taken with the flash due to motion picture recording, etc., [Œ] (forced flash off) is displayed on the recording screen and the flash will not fire. • Close the flash in places where its use is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 232
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash ∫ The available flash range (approximation) When you use certain lenses, light from the flash may be blocked or fail to cover the lens field of view, causing dark areas to appear in the resulting pictures. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 233
[TTL] you can shoot the photograph you want even when shooting dark scenes that may otherwise be too brightly lit by the flash. • When [MANUAL] is set, the luminosity ratio ([1/1], etc.) is displayed on the flash icon on the screen. • This item is not available when an built-in flash - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 234
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Changing Flash Mode Applicable modes: Set the flash to match the recording. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Mode] 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. The flash is activated every time ‰ ([Forced Flash On]) ([Forced - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 235
(±: Available, -: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode Intelligent Auto Mode Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Program AE Mode Aperture-Priority AE Mode Shutter-Priority AE Mode Manual Exposure Mode Creative Video Mode Panorama Shot Mode Creative Control Mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 236
‰ 1/60¢ to 1/160th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/4000th ¢ This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • When the flash is activated the fastest shutter speed that can be selected is 1/160 of a second. • In Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 237
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Adjust.] 2 Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. • - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 238
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes Applicable modes: By using flashes that support the wireless control (DMW-FL360L, DMW-FL580L: optional), you can control firing of the built-in flash (or a flash attached to the hot shoe of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 239
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash 1 Set the wireless flashes to RC Mode and then place them. • Set a channel and groups for the wireless flash. 2 Press the flash button to open the built-in flash or attach a flash (DMW-FL360L, DMW-FL580L: optional) to the camera. 3 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 240
Mode] [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the output. [AUTO]:¢2 Flash output is set by the external flash. [MANUAL]:¢2 Set the luminosity ratio of the external flash manually. [OFF]: The flash on the camera side emits only communication light. [Built-in Flash]¢1/ [External Flash]¢1 [Flash - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 241
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using other settings for wireless flash recording Enabling FP firing for the wireless flashes During wireless recording, an external flash fires an FP flash (high speed repetition of flash firing). This firing allows recording with the flash at a fast shutter speed. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 242
to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded. Refer to the website for compatible lenses. 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time • Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 243
9. Recording Motion Pictures About the operation sound that is produced when you stop recording Since motion picture recording stops only after you press the motion picture button, the sound of the operation may be noticeable. If the sound bothers you, try the following: - Divide the last part of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 244
. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after to [ ]. • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor (optional) when recording motion pictures. (P364) Manual Exposure Mode Normal motion picture - [Clear in Backlight] (Scene Guide - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 245
-detailed motion pictures in 4K by recording motion pictures with their size set to [4K] in [Rec Quality]. • When recording motion pictures in 4K, use a card rated as UHS Speed Class 3. (P22) • The angle of view of motion pictures in 4K is narrower than those of motion pictures in other sizes - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 246
9. Recording Motion Pictures Setting the format, size and recording frame rate Applicable modes: 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Rec Format] 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. [AVCHD] This data format is suitable for when playing back on a high- - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 247
9. Recording Motion Pictures When [MP4] is selected Item Size Recording frame rate Sensor output [4K/100M/30p] 3840k2160 30p 30 frames/second [4K/100M/24p] 3840k2160 24p 24 frames/second [FHD/28M/60p] 1920k1080 60p 60 frames/second [FHD/20M/30p] 1920k1080 [HD/10M/30p] 1280k720 30p - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 248
The camera automatically keeps focusing on subjects during recording. The camera maintains the focus position at the start of recording. You can focus manually. (P165) • When the focus mode is set to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC], if you press the shutter button halfway while recording a motion picture - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 249
9. 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 DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 250
9. Recording Motion Pictures • The picture aspect ratio will be fixed to [16:9]. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - When [Rec Format] is set to [MP4] and [Rec Quality] is set to [4K/100M/30p], [4K/100M/24p] or [VGA/4M/30p] - When [Rec Format] is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 251
[FHD/20M/30p] in [MP4]. • Using the smartphone/tablet app "Panasonic Image App", you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera. Music you combine them. In addition, you can send the combined motion picture to a web service. (P304) 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Snap - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 252
9. Recording Motion Pictures 7 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A SNAP 4SEC 3s A Elapsed recording time B Set recording time • Release the motion picture button right after you press it. • You cannot stop motion picture recording in the 4s middle.The recording will stop - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 253
fixed at the start position (first position) of Pull Focus. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - In Manual Focus - When using the Digital Zoom - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Thirds - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 254
] menu is not displayed in the following cases. - Panorama Shot Mode - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/[Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) [Snap Movie] • Refer to P251 for - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 255
9. Recording Motion Pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] • Refer to P225 for details. [Flkr Decrease] Applicable modes: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. Settings: [1/50]/[1/60]/[1/100]/[1/120]/[OFF] [Silent Operation] • Refer to P127 for details. [Mic - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 256
with power zoom that is produced during motion picture recording. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This function works only when an interchangeable lens that supports power zoom is used. • When this function is used, the sound quality may differ from that during normal operation. Not available in these - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 257
] > [H] (High speed)/[L] (Low speed) 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. (P320) ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again, press the shutter button - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 258
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon A ([ ]). • 4K burst files recorded with the 4K Photo function are displayed with [ ]. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 259
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Operations during automatic Snap Movie playback 3 Playback from the beginning 2 Back to previous picture 1 Ahead to next picture • If you touch the screen, automatic playback will stop. • To play back the motion pictures recorded by this unit on a PC, use the " - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 260
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. 1k 2k 4k 8k 16k 2.0X • If the rear dial is rotated to the left after the image is enlarged, the magnification will be reduced. • You can also enlarge/reduce the image by - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 261
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ To return to Normal Playback Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) 1 Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 262
10. 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 DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 263
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing back each Group Pictures 1 Press 4. 2 • The same operation can be performed by touching [ SUB MENU ]. Press 3/4 to select [Display In Group], and then press [MENU/SET]. SUB MENU 1/98 SLF 3 Press 2/1 to flip through images. • Pressing 4 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 264
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture 1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ ]. • The same - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 265
/SET] to execute. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. • Do not turn the camera off while deleting. Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) (P364). • Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 266
[Stop Motion Video], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there is free space before editing the picture. • The camera may not play back images recorded on other devices correctly - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 267
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [2D/3D Settings] Playback methods for the 3D pictures can be switched. • This is a menu that is only displayed when 3D playback is possible. Refer to P358 for details. [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization with music, and - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 268
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [AUTO]/[ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 269
) * - [Clear Portrait]/[Silky Skin]/[Backlit Softness]/[Clear in Backlight]/[Relaxing Tone]/[Sweet Child's Face]/[Clear Night Portrait] (Scene Guide Mode) - [i-Scenery]/[i-Sunset] (Scene Detection) , - [Distinct Scenery]/[Bright Blue Sky]/[Romantic Sunset Glow]/[Vivid Sunset Glow]/[Glistening Water - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 270
and write it on images using a smartphone. (P302) • You need to install "Panasonic Image App" on your smartphone. (P294) • Read the [Help] in the "Image ] - When there is insufficient space left on the card - When the Write-Protect switch to the card is set to the [LOCK] position - Images recorded - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 271
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [RAW Processing] You can process the pictures taken in RAW format. The processed pictures will be saved in JPEG format. You can check how effects are applied to each picture while processing it. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [RAW Processing] 2 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 272
10. Playing Back and Editing Images 4 Press [MENU/SET] and set. • The setting method differs according to the item. For details, refer to "How to set each item" on P272. 5 Press [MENU/SET]. • This operation returns you to the screen in step 3. To set other items, repeat steps 3 through 5. 6 Select [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 273
10. Playing Back and Editing Images On the comparison screen, you can use the following operations to make adjustments: A Current setting Button Touch operation operation Description of operation 0 2/1 / Dragging Selects a setting. [DISP.] [MENU/SET] [DISP.] [Set] Returns you to the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 274
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Clear Retouch] You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures taken. • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables the touch operation. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Clear Retouch] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 275
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • Pictures may appear unnatural because the background of deleted parts is artificially created. • For group pictures, perform [Clear Retouch] on each picture. (They cannot be edited at once.) • When [Clear Retouch] is performed on group pictures, they are saved - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 276
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P276). 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Title Edit] > [Single]/[Multi] 2 Select the picture. (P266) • ['] is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 277
10. Playing Back and Editing Images 4 Press 3/4 to select text stamp items, and then press [MENU/SET]. 5 Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [Shooting Date] [WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] [] - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 278
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer. • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. • The picture quality may deteriorate when - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 279
screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. • Motion picture may be lost if the card or battery is removed while processing the dividing. Not available in these cases: • Avoid trying to divide motion picture near the very beginning or end of the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 280
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Time Lapse Video] This function allows you to create a motion picture from a picture group recorded with [Time Lapse Shot]. The created motion picture is saved in MP4 recording format. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Time Lapse Video] 2 Select - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 281
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Resize] > [Single]/[Multi] 2 Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 282
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. • The picture quality of the resized picture will deteriorate. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - Motion pictures - 4K burst files - Pictures taken in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 283
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Cropping] 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 284
allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [OFF]. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 285
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite Play]) • Delete all the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 286
of prints will be applied to every picture in the group. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Print store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer. • The date print feature is disabled for pictures that are - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 287
switch is set to [LOCK]. • The [Protect] feature is only designed to work with this camera. • Even if you protect pictures on a card, they will be deleted if the card is formatted. • When you set pictures in a group to [Protect], the number of pictures with the [Protect] setting is displayed on the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 288
with more than one camera, this display format is convenient for looking for images. • Exit the menu after it is set. • When you insert another card, images may not be displayed by [DATE/TIME] first. The images will be displayed by [DATE/TIME] if you wait for a while. 288 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 289
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Delete Confirmation] This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first when the confirmation screen for deleting a picture is displayed. It is set to ["No" first] at the time of purchase. Yes No 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 290
) You can send pictures and motion pictures to an SNS, etc. via "LUMIX CLUB". By using [Cloud Sync. Service], you can receive pictures and motion pictures on a PC or smartphone. This owner's manual refer to both smartphones and tablets as "smartphones" from this point on unless noted otherwise. 290 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 291
: The Wi-Fi connection is on standby Blinking blue: Sending/receiving data through the Wi-Fi connection ∫ 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. (At the time of purchase, [Wi-Fi] is assigned - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 292
the MAC address and IP address of this unit. ¢1 These items are not displayed when you press 4 to send the displayed image to a web service (P320) or when you change the settings for sending images or terminate the connection. ¢2 This is not displayed when the destination of [Remote Shooting - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 293
, pictures with missing sections may be sent. • Do not remove the memory card or battery or move to an area without any reception while sending images. • The monitor display may become distorted for an instant while connected to the service, however this will not affect the image being sent. 293 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 294
. The screens and procedures may change with version updates. • The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used. For information on the "Image App", refer to the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 295
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting to a smartphone/tablet You can easily set up a direct connection to your smartphone without entering a password. When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to the default setting [OFF], third parties may intercept Wi-Fi radio waves and collect the content of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 296
when connecting for the first time) ∫ Using a password to set up a connection When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [ON], you scan a QR code or manually enter a password to set up a connection. Taking either of these steps will improve your security. • To scan a QR code with "Image App" on an iOS - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 297
11. Using the Wi-Fi function 3 Using "Image App", scan the QR code displayed on the screen of the camera. • If you press [MENU/SET] on the camera, the QR code will be enlarged. When it is difficult to scan the QR code, try enlarging it. A SSID and password B QR code A B 4 Install the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 298
11. Using the Wi-Fi function If you are using an Android device When scanning the QR code to set up a connection 1 Start "Image App". (P294) 2 Select [QR code]. • When the smartphone is connected to a wireless access point, it may take time to display [QR code]. 3 Using "Image App", scan the QR code - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 299
. ¢ WPS is a function that allows you to easily set up a connection with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. To check whether your smartphone supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone. On your smartphone 2 Start "Image App". (P294) 299 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 300
11. Using the Wi-Fi function ∫ Terminating the connection After use, terminate the connection to the smartphone. 1 Select the menu on the camera. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [Yes] • You can also terminate the connection by pressing [Wi-Fi] on the camera. (P292) 2 On the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 301
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Playing back images in the camera 1 Connect to a smartphone. (P295) 2 Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ ]. • You can switch the images to be displayed by selecting the icon (A) on the top left of the screen. To display images stored in the camera, select [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 302
the camera, select [LUMIX]. 2 Touch and hold an image, and drag it to send it to an SNS, etc. • The image is sent to a web service such as an SNS. • The function can be assigned to the top, bottom, left or right according to your preference. Adding location information to images - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 303
Select an icon. Start/stop recording location information. • The smartphone battery drains faster while location information is being recorded. When recording of - When there is insufficient space left on the card - When the Write-Protect switch to the card is set to the [LOCK] position - Images - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 304
and save the combined file on the smartphone or upload it on a web service. • Read the [Help] in the "Image App" menu for further details App" requires a smartphone that supports Android OS 4.3 or higher. • The iPhone 4 and iPod touch (4th generation) do not support [Snap Movie] of the "Image - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 305
] • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, refer to P334. Preparations • Install the "Image App" in advance. (P294) Sending - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 306
set. 3 Start "Image App". (P294) When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Start "Image App". (P294) When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 Start - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 307
set. 3 Start "Image App". (P294) When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Start "Image App". (P294) When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 Start - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 308
-Fi function Displaying pictures on a TV You can display pictures on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the DLNA standard. Preparations Set the TV to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 309
. • For details on how to send images, refer to P334. Preparations To print out recorded pictures wirelessly, you must use a printer that supports PictBridge (wireless LAN)¢. ¢ Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. • For details on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer, contact the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 310
- ± • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, refer to P334. Preparations When sending a picture to AV devices, set your device - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 311
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording] ) 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While Recording] > [AV device] 2 Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and connect. (P328) 3 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 312
4 GB. • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, refer to P334. Preparations (On the camera) (On your PC) • If the workgroup - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 313
a new folder, or set a password to the folder, select [Create manually]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). ∫ When not using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (For Windows) Supported OS: Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Example: Windows 7 1 Select a folder - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 314
] or [Direct], and connect. (P328) 3 Select the PC you want to connect to. • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Apple Mac computers). 4 Select the folder you want to send. 5 Check the send - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 315
] or [Direct], and connect. (P328) 3 Select the PC you want to connect to. • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Apple Mac computers). 4 Select the folder you want to send. 5 Check the send - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 316
pictures and motion pictures to an SNS, etc. via "LUMIX CLUB". By setting up automatic transfers of pictures and motion pictures to the Cloud Sync Service, you can receive the transferred pictures or motion pictures on a PC or smartphone. LUMIX CLUB A Wireless access point B Web - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 317
, 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 responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on web - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 318
" site using a smartphone or computer. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ 2 Enter your "LUMIX CLUB" login ID and password and log in to the service. (P323) 3 Register your email address. 4 Select the web service to be used and register it. • Follow the instructions on the screen to register the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 319
) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [Web service] 2 Select [Via Network], and connect. (P328) 3 Select a web service. 4 Check the send settings, and select [Set]. • To change the send setting, press [DISP.]. (P336) 5 Select [Single - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 320
with simple operations Once you send an image, you can send other images to a web service with simple, smartphone-like operations in an environment where a wireless access point connection is available. (The instructions below assume that you are already registered to "LUMIX CLUB" and the camera has - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 321
set them up. • If you set the picture destination to [Cloud Sync. Service], sent pictures are temporarily saved in the cloud folder, and they can be device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 322
1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images Stored in the Camera] > [Cloud Sync. Service] 2 Select [Via Network], and connect. (P328) 3 Check the send settings, and select [Set]. • To change the send setting, press [DISP.]. (P336) 4 Select - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 323
unit and a smartphone. (P326) Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note: • The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected troubles, and the service contents may be changed or added, without prior notice to the users. • The - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 324
11. Using the Wi-Fi function 5 Read through the "LUMIX CLUB" terms of use and select [Agree]. • You can switch pages by 3/4. • You can enlarge (2k) the display by rotating the rear dial to the right. • You can reset the enlarged display to its original size (1k) by rotating the rear dial to the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 325
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Using the acquired login ID/Checking or changing the login ID or password ([Set Login ID]) Preparation: When 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 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 326
on this unit to other devices or web services. When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet login ID by following the on-screen instructions. • This operation is not available for terms of use Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 327
message is displayed. Select [Next]. 4 Select [Yes] on the confirmation screen for deleting the "LUMIX CLUB" account. • If you want to continue using the service, selecting [No] will only delete the login ID. Exit the menu after it is executed. 5 Select [Next]. • The login ID is deleted, and then - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 328
11. Using the Wi-Fi function About Connections If you have selected [New Connection], select a Wi-Fi function and destination first, and then select a connection method. If you have selected [Select a destination from History] or [Select a destination from Favorite], you can connect with the same Wi - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 329
the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the wireless access point. 3 Press [MENU/SET] of the camera. • Refer to the wireless access point instruction manual for details. Select this option when you are not sure about the WPS compatibility, or when you want to search for and connect to - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 330
to. • Pressing [DISP.] will search for a wireless access point again. • If no wireless access point is found, refer to "When connecting with [Manual Input]" on P330. 2 (If network authentication is encrypted) Enter the encryption key. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to "Entering Text - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 331
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" (P372) and "Troubleshooting are using. Select the connection method supported by your device. [Wi-Fi Direct - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 332
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Using the history or - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 333
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Editing the history registered to favorites 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [Select a destination from Favorite] 2 Select the favorite history you want to edit, and then press 1. 3 Select the item. [Remove from Favorite] [Change - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 334
JPEG RAW MP4¢1 AVCHD¢1, 2 4K Burst File¢1 3D [Smartphone] ± [PC] ± [Cloud Sync. Service] ± [Web service] ± [AV device] ± [Printer]¢1 ± - ±¢3 - ± ± ± - ±¢3 - - the manual of the destination equipment or the web service for more information on how to playback pictures. 334 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 335
11. Using the Wi-Fi function Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 336
. [ON]: Do not send images. [OFF]: Delete images from the oldest ones, then send new images. ¢1 Only available when the destination is set to [Web service]. ¢2 Only available when the destination is set to [PC]. ¢3 Only available when the destination is set to [Cloud Sync - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 337
11. Using the Wi-Fi function [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. The settings cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > Desired item to be set [Wi-Fi Password] You can improve security by - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 338
as a wireless access point. (Example: 192.168.0.87) [Approved Regulations]¢ Displays the certification number for radio regulations. ¢ [Approved Regulations] is only available on the version DMC-G7PP. 338 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 339
], you can also play them back by inserting the card into the SD card slot of a TV that supports motion pictures in 4K. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. ∫ Watching on a PC To play a high-performance PC environment. • Refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). 339 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 340
Disk or DVD You cannot dub motion pictures recorded with their size set to [4K] in [Rec Quality] to Blu-ray discs and DVDs with Panasonic recorders. (As of May 2015) With the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " software on the DVD (supplied), you can convert 4K motion pictures into smaller sized motion pictures or - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 341
12. Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 342
12. Connecting to other equipment To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P78) • Audio will be played viewing. • No sound is output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. 342 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 343
recorded pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed 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 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 344
connection, on some TV's it may be necessary to manually select the HDMI connection you are using. In this Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 345
the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 346
: http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/support/ • LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/ Windows 8.1) LoiLoScope is a video editing software where that draws out the full power of your PC. Creating videos is as easy as organizing cards on top of a desk. Use your - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 347
operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF file) for further operating environment. • For details on "SILKYPIX Developer Studio", please read the support site PC will be installed. • On the Mac, SILKYPIX can be installed manually. 1 Insert the DVD with the supplied software. 2 Double-click - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 348
Panasonic battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. Disconnect the USB connection cable safely. • Before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional), turn the camera off. • Before inserting or removing a card - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 349
A new folder is created when pictures are taken in the following situations. - After [No.Reset] (P80) in the [Setup] menu has been executed - When a card containing a folder with the same folder number has been inserted (such as when pictures were taken using another maker of camera) - When there is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 350
motion pictures on a Recorder If you insert card holding content recorded with this unit into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to to hard disk drives, including those of Panasonic recorders. (As of May 2015) • See the operating instructions for the recorder about the details about - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 351
printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 352
other equipment • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while adaptor (optional), turn the camera off. • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off, and disconnect the USB connection cable. Not available in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 353
12. Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. PictBridge 0XOWL3ULQW 3ULQW 2 Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P354 for the items that can be set before starting to print - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 354
you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.) • When [Print Set (DPOF)] has been selected, the [Print - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 355
297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] [LETTER] 203.2 mmk254 mm 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. ∫ [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) { Settings on - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 356
camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high, the pictures may be printed several times. In this case, the remaining number of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 357
3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. 1 Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera on a 8 GB card. (When the aspect ratio is set to [4:3], and the quality is set to [ ].) • Read the operating instructions of the 3D interchangeable - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 358
3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. Preparations: Set the and the camera is connected to a TV supporting VIERA Link, input of the TV will instructions of the TV.) • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P345, 350) 358 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 359
following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Zoom operation • 4K Photo recording • Aperture ]/[Focus/Release Priority]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/ [MF Assist Display]/[MF Guide]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Video Button]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Touch AF] ([ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 360
allows you to set the aperture value and the ISO sensitivity to match the settings on the camera. • Set to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode on the camera and then set the same aperture value and ISO sensitivity on the external flash. (The exposure cannot be compensated adequately - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 361
close range with a wide angle, light from the flash may be blocked by the lens, darkening the lower part of the screen. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for details. 361 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 362
out background and surrounding noise. [S. SHOTGUN] Allows recording within the range even narrower than that of [SHOTGUN]. [MANUAL] Allows recording within the range you set manually. 4 (When [MANUAL] is selected) Press 2/1 to select a range, and press [MENU/SET]. ∫ Reducing the wind noise when - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 363
you use an AC adaptor (optional), use a battery. • When a stereo microphone (VW-VMS10: optional assigned when [Special Mic.] is set to [MANUAL], the screen that lets you set the refer to the operating instructions of the external microphone. Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 364
worrying about the capacity of the battery. To use the AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. • Also read the operating instructions for the AC adaptor and DC - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 365
Image size (Panorama Shot Mode) (P103) Image effect (filter) adjustment display (P116, 132) Image effect (filter) setting (P132) Card (displayed only during recording) (P33) Elapsed recording time¢1 (P242) Simultaneous recording indicator (P249) Automatic viewfinder/monitor switching (P57) Peaking - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 366
(P182) 4K Photo (P185) Auto Bracket (P199) Self-timer (P201) Battery indication (P25) Optical Image Stabilizer¢2 (P222) Jitter alert (P223) Recording speed (P44) Exposure compensation value (P173) Brightness (P89, 117) Manual Exposure Assistance (P98) ISO sensitivity (P175) White Balance Bracket ( - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 367
) SS Shutter speed (P44) ISO ISO sensitivity (P175) Microphone level adjustment (P255) ¢1 h: hour, m: minute, s: second ¢2 Only available when a lens that supports the Stabilizer function is attached. ¢3 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on if the [Profile Setup - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 368
1 Recording Mode (P46) F3.5 Aperture value (P44) 1/60 Shutter speed (P44) Battery indication (P25) 2 A› 4:3 L Wi-Fi Fn 4 Quality (P141) Picture size/ sensitivity (P175) Exposure compensation value (P173) Brightness (P89) Manual Exposure Assistance (P98) ‰ Œ Flash Mode (P234) WL Flash - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 369
Photo (4K burst file) (P185) Picture size/Aspect Ratio (P140) Recording format/Recording quality (P246) Snap Movie (P251) A› 1/98 Quality (P141) Battery indication (P25) Picture number/Total pictures Connected to Wi-Fi SLF 8m30s Number of group pictures Motion picture recording time¢1 (P258 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 370
13. Others In playback Detailed information display F3.5 60 0 WB AWB ISO 200 AFS P STD. 10:00 DEC.1.2015 4:3 L s RGB 100-0001 1 Recording information Intelligent Dynamic Range Control¢3 (P143) HDR¢4 (P144)/iHDR¢4 (P87) Intelligent Resolution (P143) Shading Compensation¢4 (P145) 2 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 371
13. Others In playback Histogram display 1 Histogram (P55) 2 Recording information¢3 1/98 F3.5 60 0 ISO200 100-0001 3 1/98 Picture number/Total pictures 100-0001 Folder/File number¢3 (P349) ¢1 h: hour, m: minute, s: second ¢2 It is displayed in order of [Title], [Location], [Name] ([ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 372
for pictures not based on the DCF standard. [Memory Card Error Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. - Insert a different card. - Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. 372 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 373
13. Others [Memory Card Error]/[This memory card cannot be used] • Use a card compatible with this unit. (P22) [Insert SD card again]/[Try another card] • An error has occurred accessing the card. Insert the card again. • Insert a different card. [Read Error/Write Error Please check the card] • It - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 374
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. • If the battery on. - Setting of the wireless access point is not supported by this unit. • Check the network setting of the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 375
or on a smartphone with "Image App". Refer to P321 for details on [Cloud Sync. Service]. [Connection failed] • Check following regarding the smartphones you intend to connect. - The server] • If a message is displaying asking to update the root certificate, agree to update the root certificate. 375 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 376
13. Others Menu list [Rec] P376 [Setup] P384 [Motion Picture] P379 [Playback] P386 [Custom] P381 • [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 377
13. Others [iHDR] [HDR] [Multi Exp.] [Panorama Settings] [Electronic Shutter] [Shutter Delay] [Flash] [Red-Eye Removal] [ISO Limit Set] [ISO Increments] [Extended ISO] [Long Shtr NR] [Shading Comp.] [Diffraction Compensation] [Ex. Tele Conv.] There is, for example, strong contrast between the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 378
13. Others [Digital Zoom] [Color Space] [Stabilizer] [Face Recog.] [Profile Setup] Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification, the greater the degradation in image quality. P227 Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 379
13. Others [Motion Picture] [Photo Style] [Filter Settings] [Snap Movie] [Rec Format] [Rec Quality] [Exposure Mode] [AFS/AFF] [Picture Mode] [Continuous AF] [Metering Mode] [Highlight Shadow] [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) [i.Resolution] [Diffraction Compensation] [Luminance Level - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 380
13. Others [Special Mic.] [Mic Level Limiter] [Wind Noise Canceller] [Wind Cut] [Lens Noise Cut] Sets the sound recording method when a stereo shotgun microphone (optional) is connected. Adjusts the sound input level automatically. This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 381
] Sets whether MF Assist (enlarged screen) will appear in a windowed screen display or in a full screen display. P166 [MF Guide] When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you to check the direction to achieve focus is displayed. P169 [Peaking] In-focus portions are highlighted - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 382
display or not display the histogram. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. Displays [+], which indicates the center of of the chosen aperture and shutter speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure P99 Mode. Set whether or not to display the exposure meter - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 383
[Auto Review] [Fn Button Set] [Q.MENU] [Dial Set.] [Video Button] [Power Zoom Lens] [Eye Sensor] [Touch Settings] [Touch Scroll] [Menu Guide] [Shoot w/o Lens] This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. P35 Displays a picture immediately after - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 384
[Economy] The unit can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. P77 [USB Mode] Sets the communication method when connecting the language displayed on the screen. P80 [Version Disp.] This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked. P80 [Exposure Comp. - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 385
Cleaning] Dust reduction to blow off the debris and dust that have affixed to the front of the imaging device is performed. P81 [Format] The card is formatted. P33 385 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 386
from the Stop Motion Animation group. P280 Reduces the image size (number of pixels). P281 Crops the recorded image. P283 Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. P284 This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. P284 Marks can - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 387
Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P387 to P401). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P80) on the [Setup] menu. Battery (P79) Card/battery door does not close. • Insert the battery securely all the way in. (P31) The battery becomes flat too - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 388
. (P43) > We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P201) when taking pictures with a slow shutter speed. • Are you using a lens which supports the Stabilizer function? (P20) • When a moving subject is recorded with the electronic shutter, the subject may appear distorted on the picture. (P179 - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 389
13. Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Try the following: > Take pictures in bright places. > Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P175) > Increase the setting for [Noise Reduction] in [Photo Style] or lower the setting for each of the items other than [Noise - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 390
we recommend that you make a backup of the data and format (P33) the card on the unit. When recording a motion picture, the screen may go dark. • picture, the screen may go dark after a certain period to reduce battery consumption, but this will not affect the recorded motion picture. The screen - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 391
50], [1/60], [1/100], or [1/120]. You can set the shutter speed manually in the Creative Video Mode. (P126) In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing not record at all. Also be careful because the operation sound of lenses can easily be recorded at this time. An operation sound is recorded - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 392
lens (H-FS1442A/H-FS45150) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1/DMC-GH1/DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu cannot be set to [OFF]. It is recommended to update the firmware of the digital camera at the following website - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 393
flash is not activated. (P212) > Set [Silent Mode] to [OFF]. The flash is activated 2 times. • (Except for when [Firing Mode] in [Flash] is set to [MANUAL]) The flash is activated 2 times. The interval between the first and second flash is longer when Red-Eye Reduction (P234) is set so the subject - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 394
of the viewfinder of this unit, this phenomenon is not a problem. Recorded images are not affected. Playback The picture being played not played back. There are no recorded pictures. • Is the card inserted? • Is there a picture on the card? • Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 395
by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > To delete such pictures, make a backup of the data and format the card (P33). Playback sound or operation sound is too low. • Is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 396
away from the device. • When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with and orientation of the wireless access point. > Perform the [Manual Input]. (P330) • It may not display even if the wireless access point. (Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access point.) • Is - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 397
the information in the login screen of "LUMIX CLUB". http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ I do not have a wireless access point at my home, but I would like to perform service user registration of the "LUMIX CLUB". • Service user registration for the "LUMIX CLUB" is not possible in the environment - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 398
unit. • The images uploaded to the web service cannot be displayed or deleted by this unit. > Perform the task using a smartphone or a PC. Transmission of the image fails midway. Some images cannot be transmitted. • Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red. • Is the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 399
you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV ] on the TV and then turn it back to [On]. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Cannot communicate with the PC. • Is the camera recognized - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 400
The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used.) • Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/ correctly. > Please use a printer that supports panorama pictures. (For details, please see the operating instructions of your printer.) > We recommend - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 401
. The file numbers are recorded with previously used numbers. • If you insert or remove the battery before turning off this unit, the folder and file numbers for the pictures taken will not be stored in the memory. When this unit is turned on again and pictures are taken, they may be stored - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 402
If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on. Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 403
the battery or cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. ∫ About dirt on the image sensor get inside the camera body when changing lenses. Depending on the recording conditions, dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or Panasonic. ∫ For care of the viewfinder/eye cup • As - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 404
parts are produced with highly controlled precision technology, some pixels may be inactive or always lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on a card. About the Lens • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 405
indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave. This phenomenon has no effects on charging. • If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the charger 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radio. • The charger may generate - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 406
"delete" using the camera or a PC will only modify the file management information, it will not erase the data in the memory card completely. It is recommended to physically destroy the memory card or use the commercially available computer data deletion software to completely erase the data in the - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 407
camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card, please refer to "Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card". (P406) When uploading images on web services • Images - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 408
• You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod. • Make on the tripod/unipod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully. About the shoulder where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 409
13. Others ∫ Do not use the camera in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or interference • Do not use the camera in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or interference, such as near microwave ovens. These may cause the interruption of the radio waves. • Using the camera near - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 410
States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or - Panasonic DMC-G7 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 411
AllianceR. • DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • This . • Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
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Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-G7
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Message Display
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Troubleshooting
P387
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P2
Contents
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