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Basic Owner’s Manual

Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Body

Model No. DMC-GX7C/DMC-GX7K

DMC-GX7

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,

and save this manual for future use.
More detailed
instructions on
the operation of
this camera are contained in
“Owner’s Manual for advanced
features (PDF format)” in the
supplied CD-ROM. Install it on
your PC to read it.

Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)

For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649).

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P PC F0713HH0

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on
the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera
information source.

Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No.

Dealer Purchased From Model No.

Dealer Address Serial No.

Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital
Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in this Owner’s
Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes
other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private
use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have
purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to
recycle this battery.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
• Use only the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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∫ Product identification marking

Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when
connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: DMC-GX7
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact Telephone No.:1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

DMC-GX7

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

Certification and Compliance

See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device.
1 Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.
2 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.
3 Press 3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET].

Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2)This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

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∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
• Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
• Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
• Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off
thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse
eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.

Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC (140 oF) or
incinerate.

∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined
space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
• In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power
supply only.
• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to
suit the AC outlet configuration.

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∫ Cautions for Use

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic
USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
• Use a “High Speed HDMI mini cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI mini cable” (Type C –Type A plug, up to 3 m (9.8 feet) long)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional).

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting
the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,
disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• 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 (DMW-AC8PP: optional).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound
may be adversely affected.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the

European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Contents Deleting Pictures ................................ 31

Information for Your Safety................. 2 Recording

Taking Pictures using the Automatic
Preparation Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ...... 32
• Taking a picture with a blurred
Reading the Owner’s Manual background (Defocus Control) ...... 33
(PDF format) ......................................... 9 • Recording images by changing the
Care of the camera............................. 10 brightness or color tone................. 33
Standard Accessories ........................11 Taking Pictures with Your Favorite
Names and Functions of Settings (Program AE Mode)............. 34
Components ....................................... 13 Taking Pictures by Specifying the
Preparation ......................................... 16 Aperture/Shutter Speed ..................... 35
• Changing the Lens ........................ 16 • Aperture-Priority AE Mode............. 35
• Attaching the Shoulder Strap ........ 16 • Shutter-Priority AE Mode ............... 35
• Charging the Battery ..................... 17 • Manual Exposure Mode................. 36
• Inserting/Removing the Battery ..... 18 • Confirm the Effects of Aperture and
• Inserting/Removing the Card Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) ..... 37
(Optional) ...................................... 18 Taking Pictures that match the
• Formatting the card Scene being recorded (Scene Guide
(initialization) ................................. 19 Mode)................................................... 37
• Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)....... 19 Taking Pictures with different image
• Adjust the angle of the monitor/ effects (Creative Control Mode) ........ 38
viewfinder...................................... 20 Registering your preferred settings
• Using the Viewfinder ..................... 20 (Custom Mode) ................................... 39
Setting the Menu ................................ 21 • Registering Personal Menu Settings
• Setting menu items ....................... 21 (Registering custom settings)......... 39
Calling frequently-used menus • Recording using registered
instantly (Quick Menu) ...................... 22 custom set ..................................... 39
Adjusting the Picture Quality by
Basic Adding an Effect [Photo Style].......... 40
Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions
Assigning frequently used functions to [Highlight Shadow]............................. 42
the buttons (function buttons).......... 23 Adjusting the White Balance............. 43
Taking a Still picture .......................... 24 Setting the Picture Quality and
Recording Motion Picture ................. 25 Size ...................................................... 43
Selecting the Recording Mode ......... 26 • Setting the aspect ratio of
Switching the Information Displayed pictures.......................................... 43
on the recording screen .................... 27 • Setting the number of pixels.......... 44
Playing Back Pictures/ • Setting the compression rate of
Motion Pictures .................................. 28 pictures [Quality]............................ 44
• Playing Back Pictures ................... 28 Taking Pictures with Auto Focus...... 45
• Playing Back Motion Pictures........ 29 • About the focus mode (AFS/AFF/
• Changing the information displayed AFC) .............................................. 46
on the playback screen ................. 30 Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ..... 47
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Fixing the Focus and the Exposure • Changing the connection

(AF/AE Lock) ...................................... 48 method .......................................... 69
Compensating the Exposure ............ 49
Setting the Light Sensitivity ............. 49
About the supplied software
Select a Drive Mode........................... 50
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ....... 51 About the supplied software ............. 73
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket..... 53
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......54
Optical Image Stabilizer .................... 55 Others
• Using the Optical Image Stabilizer
Monitor Display/Viewfinder
function of a lens........................... 56
Display ................................................ 75
• Using the Optical Image Stabilizer
Menu list.............................................. 81
function of this unit........................ 57
• [Rec] .............................................. 81
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ......... 59
• [Motion Picture].............................. 83
Taking pictures by using the flash ... 60
• [Custom] ........................................ 83
• Changing Flash Mode ................... 60
• [Setup] ........................................... 86
• [Playback] ...................................... 88
Playback/Editing Specifications ..................................... 89
Digital Camera Accessory System ... 95
Switching the Playback Method ....... 61 Digital Camera Accessory Order
• Displaying multiple screens Form (For USA and Puerto Rico
(Multi Playback) ............................ 61 Customers) ......................................... 96
• Displaying Pictures by Recording Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
Date (Calendar Playback)............. 61 AND PUERTO RICO) .......................... 97
Using Playback Functions ................ 62 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR
• Creating Still Pictures from a Motion CANADA) .......................................... 100
Picture........................................... 62 Panasonic Canada Inc.
• Removing unnecessary parts LUMIX Concierge for Camera
[Clear Retouch]............................. 62 Owners .............................................. 102

Wi-Fi/NFC
What you can do with the Wi-FiR
function............................................... 63
Controlling with a Smartphone/
Tablet................................................... 64
• Installing the smartphone/tablet
app “Panasonic Image App”......... 64
• Connecting to a smartphone/
tablet ............................................. 65
• Taking pictures via a smartphone/
tablet (remote recording) .............. 67
• Saving images stored in the camera/
Sending images in the camera to an
SNS ..................................................67

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Preparation

Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)

More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in
“Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM.
Install it on your PC to read it.

∫ For Windows

1 Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s

Manual (supplied).

2 Select the desired language and then click

[Owner’s Manual] to install.

3 Double click the “Owner’s Manual”

shortcut icon on the desktop.

∫ When the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) will not open

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or
print the Owner’s Manual (PDF format).
• You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from
the following Web Site.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions

∫ To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)

Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.

∫ For Mac

1 Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s

Manual (supplied).

2 Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy the PDF file
with the desired language inside the folder.

3 Double click the PDF file to open it.

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Preparation

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 monitor.

This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.

Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.
• Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into the space around the lens, buttons, etc. Be
particularly careful since it may not just cause malfunctions, but it may also become irreparable.
– Places with a lot of sand or dust.
– Places where water can come into contact with this unit, such as when using it on a rainy day
or at the beach.

Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera body. Since the
sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may cause a malfunction or damage.

∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or monitor is fogged up)
• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of
condensation since it causes lens, viewfinder and monitor stains, fungus and camera
malfunction.
• If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will
disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient
temperature.

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Preparation

Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of August 2013. These may be subject to change.
Digital Camera Body
(This is referred to as camera body in this owner’s manual.)

(±: Included, —: Not included)

DMC-GX7C DMC-GX7K DMC-GX7
1 Interchangeable ¢4 ¢4
± ± —
Lens¢1
2 Lens Hood — ± —
3 Lens Cap ±¢2 ±¢2 —
4 Lens Rear Cap ±¢3 ±¢3 —
5 Body Cap ±¢3 ±¢3 ±¢4
6 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
7 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text)
8 USB Connection Cable
9 CD-ROM
• Software:
Use it to install the software to your PC.
10 CD-ROM
• Owner’s Manual for advanced features:
Use it to install to your PC.
11 Shoulder Strap
12 Hot shoe cover¢4
A: Black
B: Silver
¢1 This is referred to as lens in this owner’s manual.
¢2 This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.
¢3 These parts are supplied fitted together at the time of purchase.
¢4 This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the
text.
• The card is optional.
• Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-H020A).
• If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s
parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX
(1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
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Preparation

DMC-GX7C DMC-GX7K DMC-GX7

H-H020A H-FS1442A

VYC1113

VYF3371 VYF3510

VFC4605 VFC4605

5
VKF4971 VKF4971 VKF4971

6 7 8 9

DMW-BLG10PP DE-A99B K1HY08YY0034

10 11 12

: VKF5259/
VFF1225 VFC5059 : VKF5260

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Names and Functions of Components

∫ Camera body
1 Self-timer indicator/ 1 2 3
AF Assist Lamp
2 Flash
3 Sensor
4 NFC antenna [ ] (P66)
5 Lens fitting mark (P16)
6 Mount
7 Lens lock pin
8 Lens release button (P16)

4 5 6 7 8

9 Eye sensor (P20)

9 10 11 12 13 1415 16
10 Eye Cup
11 Viewfinder (P20)
12 [LVF] button (P20)/[Fn4] button (P23)
13 Flash open lever (P60)
14 Focus mode lever (P45, 47)
15 [AF/AE LOCK] button (P48)
16 Rear dial
17 Touch screen/monitor (P15)
18 [Q.MENU] button (P22)/[Fn1] button (P23) 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
19 [(] (Playback) button (P28)
20 [ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P31)/[Fn2]
button (P23) 26
21 [MENU/SET] button (P21)
22 [Wi-Fi] button (P65)/[Fn3] button (P23)
23 Wi-Fi® connection lamp
24 Cursor buttons
3/ISO button (P49)
1/WB (White Balance) (P43)
2/AF Mode button (P45)
4/[Drive Mode] button (P50)
The following settings can be made with the [Drive Mode] button.
Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer
25 [DISP.] button (P27, 30)
26 Diopter adjustment lever (P20)

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27 Stereo microphone 27 28 29 30 31 32
• Be careful not to cover the microphone with
your finger. Doing so may make sound
difficult to record.
28 Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover)
• Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.
29 Focus distance reference mark
33 34 35
30 Shutter button (P24)
31 Front dial
32 Mode dial (P26)
33 Motion picture button (P25)
34 Status indicator (P19)
35 Camera ON/OFF switch (P19)

36 Tripod mount
• A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm
(0.22 inch) or more may damage this unit if
attached.
37 DC coupler cover
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the 36 3738 39
Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC11:
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP:
optional) are used.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP: optional).
• It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
• If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off due to a
power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture will not be recorded.
38 Release lever
39 Card/Battery door (P18)

40 Shoulder strap eyelet (P16) 40

• Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when
using the camera to ensure that you will not
drop it. 41
40
41 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
42 [HDMI] socket 42
43 [REMOTE] socket 43
44
44 Speaker
• Be careful not to cover the speaker with your 45
finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to
hear.
45 Terminal cover
• Open the monitor before opening the terminal cover.

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Preparation

∫ Lens

H-H020A H-FS1442A

1 2 3 4 1 5 276 3 4

1 Lens surface 5 Tele

2 Focus ring (P47) 6 Wide
3 Contact point 7 Zoom ring
4 Lens fitting mark

Touch screen

Touch panel of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger.

∫ Touch
To touch and release the touch screen. Fn5

Use for selecting items or icons. Fn6

• When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to

Fn7
touch the center of the desired icon.
Fn8

Fn9

∫ Drag
A movement without releasing the touch screen.
This is used to move the AF area, operate the slide bar,
etc.
This can also be used to move to the next image during
playback, etc.
DISP. 6ZLWFK

∫ Pinch (enlarge/reduce)
Pinch the touch panel apart (enlarge) or together 2.0X
(reduce) with two fingers.
Use to enlarge/reduce the played back images or AF
area.

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Preparation

Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off.

Changing the Lens

• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.

• Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens.

∫ Detaching the lens

1 Attach the lens cap.
2 While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate
the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then
remove.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

• We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from
dropping.

1 2 3 4

• Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap.

• Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.

– Do not wrap the strap around your neck.
– It may result in injury or accident.
• Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.
– It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.

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Preparation

Charging the Battery

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLG10PP.
1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery.
2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet.
• The [CHARGE] indicator A lights up and charging begins.

90°

∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator

The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.

The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:

The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any
problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after
charging is completed.)

∫ Charging time
Charging time Approx. 190 min
• The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a
long time may be longer than normal.

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Preparation

Inserting/Removing the Battery

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLG10PP).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

• Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and
then check that it is locked by lever A.
Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery.

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

• Push it securely all the way until you hear a “click” while being careful about the direction in
which you insert it.
To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright.
∫ About cards that can be used with this unit
SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)
∫ About the motion picture recording and SD speed class
Confirm the SD Speed Class (the speed standard regarding continuous writing) on a card
label etc. when you record a motion picture. Use a card with SD Speed Class with
“Class 4” or more for [AVCHD]/[MP4] motion picture recording.
e.g.:

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)

• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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Preparation

Formatting the card (initialization)

Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.

Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary
data in advance.

Select [Format] in the [Setup] menu. (P21)

• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

1 Turn the camera on.

• The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on.
OFF ON

2 Press [MENU/SET].

3 Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month,

day, hour, minute), and press 3/4 to set.

4 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

5 Press [MENU/SET] in the confirmation screen.

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Preparation

Adjust the angle of the monitor/viewfinder

Adjust the angle of the monitor/viewfinder.

• Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the monitor/viewfinder.
• When adjusting the angle of the monitor/viewfinder, be careful not to apply too much
force, as this may cause damage or malfunction.
• When not using this unit, close the monitor/viewfinder completely back to the original position.

Using the Viewfinder

∫ Using the eye sensor to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder
When [LVF/Monitor Auto] of [Eye Sensor] in the [Custom]
menu is set to [ON] and your eye or an object is brought close
to the viewfinder, the display automatically switches to the
ロヷョバョㄏフ
viewfinder display.
A Eye sensor
B [LVF]/[Fn4] button

∫ Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder manually

Press [LVF].
The Viewfinder lights only when your eye or an object is moved closer to it.

[LVF]/[Fn4] button can be used in two ways, as [LVF] or as [Fn4] (function 4). At the
time of purchase, it is initially set to [LVF/Monitor Switch].
• Refer to P23 for details about the function button.

∫ Diopter adjustment
Slide the diopter adjustment lever so that the
characters displayed in the viewfinder can be
seen clearly.

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Preparation

Setting the Menu

Setting menu items

1 Press [MENU/SET].

Menu Description of settings

[Rec] This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels
and other aspects of the pictures you are recording.
[Motion Picture] This menu lets you set the [Rec Format], [Rec Quality],
and other aspects for motion picture recording.
[Custom] Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen
and button operations, can be set up according to your
preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified
settings.
[Setup] This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the
operating beep tone settings and set other settings
which make it easier for you to operate the camera.
You can also configure the settings of Wi-Fi related
functions.
[Playback] This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print
Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.

2 Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press
[MENU/SET].

3 Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the

setting and press [MENU/SET].
• Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear
or it may be displayed in a different way.

∫ Close the menu

Press [ ] or press the shutter button halfway.

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Preparation

∫ Switching to other menus

e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu.
1 Press 2.
2 Press 3/4 to select [ ] or another of the menu A
toggle icons A.
3 Press [MENU/SET].

• You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial.

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]/[Fn1] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] or as [Fn1] (function 1).
At the time of purchase, it is initially set to [Q.MENU].
• Refer to P23 for details about the function button.

1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu.

ョㄏヒ ヲハヮユワヶ

2 AFS
4:3

Rotate the rear dial to select the menu item, 60 i L

then press the rear dial.

3 Rotate the rear dial to select the setting.

4 Press [Q.MENU] to exit the menu once the 1.7 60 0 AUTO AWB

setting is complete.
• You can close the menu by pressing the shutter button halfway.

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Basic

Assigning frequently used functions to the

buttons (function buttons)
You can assign frequently-used functions to ロヷョバョㄏフ
particular buttons or icons. ョㄏヒ ヲハヮユワヶ
Fn5

Fn6
Fn5

Fn6

Fn7
Fn7

Fn8

Fn9

Fn8

Fn9
ョㄏビ ョㄏピ

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Custom]>[Fn Button Set]
2 Press 3/4 to select [Setting in REC mode] or [Setting in PLAY mode] and then
press [MENU/SET].
3 Press 3/4 to select the function button you want to assign a function to and
then press [MENU/SET].
4 Press 3/4 to select the function you want to assign and then press
[MENU/SET].
• Some functions cannot be assigned depending on the function button.

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Basic

Taking a Still picture

• Set the drive mode to [ ] (single) by pressing 4( ).

1 Select the Recording Mode. (P26)

2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

A Aperture value
B Shutter speed
• Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed.
(It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not
achieved, except when set to flash.)
• When the image is correctly focused, the
picture will be taken, since the [Focus/ 1.7 60
Release Priority] is set initially to [FOCUS]. AB

3 Press the shutter button fully (push it in

further), and take the picture.

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Basic

Recording Motion Picture

This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD
format or motion pictures recorded in MP4.
Audio will be recorded in stereo.
Item Format
This data format is suitable for when playing back on a
[AVCHD]
high-definition TV, etc.
[MP4] This data format is suitable for when playing back on a PC, etc.

1 Start recording by pressing the motion

picture button.
A Elapsed recording time
B Available recording time

• The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while A C

recording motion pictures.
• If approximately 1 minute elapses without an operation
3s
being performed, part of the display will disappear. Press
[DISP.] or touch the monitor to make the display
reappear.
• Release the motion picture button right after you press it.
R1m37s

2 Stop the recording by pressing the motion B

picture button again.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes
59 seconds or up to 4 GB. (For [FHD/60p], [FHD/30p] in [MP4] format, the file size is
large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)
• Still picture recording is also possible during the motion picture recording by fully
pressing the shutter button.

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Basic

Selecting the Recording Mode

Select the mode by rotating the mode dial.

• Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A.

Intelligent Auto Mode (P32)

The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P32)
Allows you to adjust the brightness and color hue when in Intelligent Auto Mode.
Program AE Mode (P34)
Records at the aperture value and shutter speed set by the camera.
Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P35)
The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P35)
The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
Manual Exposure Mode (P36)
The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are
manually adjusted.
Creative Video Mode
Records motion pictures with a manually set aperture value and shutter speed.
¢ You cannot take still pictures.
Custom Mode (P39)
Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.
Scene Guide Mode (P37)
This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
Creative Control Mode (P38)
Record while checking the image effect.

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Basic

Switching the Information Displayed on the

recording screen

Press [DISP.] to change.

ュリヴヱハ

• Screen will switch as follows:

(Example of monitor display)

   
4:3
60 i
4:3
L AFS 60 i L AFS

0 98 0 98

 

ISO 0 0
AUTO 0

AFS 4:3
L Wi-Fi Fn

AWB 98

A With information
B Without information
C With information (tilt sensor display)
D Without information (tilt sensor display)
E On-monitor recording information¢
F Turned off
¢ It is displayed when the [Monitor Info. Disp.] of the [Custom] menu is set to [ON].
Settings can be adjusted directly by touching each of the items displayed on the screen.
• If approximately 1 minute elapses without an operation being performed, part of the display will
disappear. Press [DISP.] or touch the monitor to make the display reappear.

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Basic

Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures

Playing Back Pictures

1 Press [(].

2 Press 2/1. 1/98

2: Play back the previous picture

1: Play back the next picture

Using the Playback Zoom

Rotate the rear dial right.

1k 2k 4k 8k 16k A
• When you change the magnification, the zoom position
2.0X
indication A appears for about 1 second.
• You can move the enlarged part by pressing 3/4/2/1 of the
cursor button or dragging the screen. (P15)
• You can also enlarge (2k) the image by double-touching the
part you want to enlarge. If you double-touch the enlarged
image, the magnification is reset to 1k.

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Basic

Playing Back Motion Pictures

This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime
Motion JPEG formats.

In Playback Mode, select a picture with the motion A

picture icon ([ ]), and then press 3 to play back.
A Motion picture recording time 12s

• After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on

the screen.

∫ Operations during Motion Picture Playback

3 Play/Pause 4 Stop

Fast rewind Fast forward

2 Frame-by-frame rewind 1 Frame-by-frame forward
(while pausing) (while pausing)

Rear dial Reduce volume level Rear dial Increase volume level
(left) (right)

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Basic

Changing the information displayed on the playback screen

Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen.

ュリヴヱハ

• Screen will switch as follows:

   
4:3
L
F1.7 60
1/98
98 0
WB AWB
ISO 200 AFS
P STD.
F1.7 60
'(& 0 ISO200

F1.7 60 0 200 AWB 4:3

L
s
RGB 100-0001 1/98 100-0001

A With information¢1
B Detailed information display
C Histogram display
D Without information (Highlight display)¢1, 2
E Without information
¢1 If approximately 1 minute elapses without an operation being performed, part of the display
will disappear. Press [DISP.] or touch the monitor to make the display reappear.
¢2 This is displayed if [Highlight] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON].

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Basic

Deleting Pictures
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.

To delete a single picture

1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete

and then press [ ].
ョㄏビ
• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ].

2 Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then

press [MENU/SET]. 'HOHWH6LQJOH
'HOHWH0XOWL
• Confirmation screen is displayed.
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Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].

To delete multiple pictures (up to 100¢) or all the pictures

¢ Picture groups are treated as a single picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group
will be deleted.)

1 In Playback Mode, press [ ].

2 Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then press
[MENU/SET].
• [Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed.
Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].
• It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favorite when [All Delete
Except Favorite] is selected with the [Delete All] set.

3 (When [Delete Multi] is selected) Press 3/4/

2/1 to select the picture, and then press
2.
[MENU/SET] to set. (Repeat this step.)
• [‚] appears on the selected pictures. If [MENU/SET] is
pressed again, the setting is canceled.

4 (When [Delete Multi] is selected) Press 2 to select [OK], and then

press [MENU/SET] to execute.
• Confirmation screen is displayed.
Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].

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Recording

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function

(Intelligent Auto Mode)

Recording Mode:
When you wish to leave settings to the camera and record without thinking about them,
use Intelligent Auto Plus Mode or Intelligent Auto Mode, which makes optimal settings for
the subject and scene.

About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode

• Functions that can be set differ between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode.
(±: possible, —: not possible)

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Intelligent Auto Mode

Setting the brightness ± —
Setting the color tone ± —
Defocus Control ± ±

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.

2 Align the screen with the subject.

• When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon
4
of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, 60 i
after which its color changes to the usual red.
• When the subject is touched, AF Tracking function works.
It is also possible by pressing the cursor button towards
2, and then pressing the shutter button halfway.

∫ Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode
1 Press [MENU/SET].
• Press 2, and press 3/4 to select [ ] or [ ].

2 Press 2/1 to select [ ] or [ ] and then press

[MENU/SET].

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Recording

Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control)

Recording Mode:
You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen.
1 Press the rear dial to display the setting screen.
• Each time the rear dial is pressed in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode, the camera switches between
brightness setting operation, Defocus Control operation, and normal operation.
• Each time the rear dial is pressed in Intelligent Auto Mode, the camera switches between
Defocus Control operation and normal operation.
2 Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial.
3 Record pictures or motion pictures.

SS 500 250 125 60 30

F 2.0 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0

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 the rear dial to display the setting screen.

• Each press of the rear dial switches among brightness setting, Defocus Control and end
operation.
2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust brightness.

Setting color

1 Press 1 to display the setting screen.

2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust color.
• This will adjust the color of the image from a reddish color
to a bluish color.
• Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen.

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Recording

Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings

(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 various settings in the [Rec]
menu.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Press the shutter button halfway and display SS

F
250
2.0
125
2.8
60
4.0
30
5.6
15
8.0
the aperture value and shutter speed value 4.0 60 0 200 98
on the screen.
A

3 While the values are displayed (about 10 seconds), perform Program

Shift by rotating the rear dial or front dial.
• The Program Shift indication A appears on the screen.
• To cancel Program Shift, turn off this unit or rotate the front/rear dial until the Program
Shift indication disappears.

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 slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in
Program AE Mode.

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Recording

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/

Shutter Speed
Recording Mode:

Aperture-Priority AE Mode
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set
the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Set the aperture value by rotating the rear

dial or the front dial.
A Aperture value SS 60 30 15 8 4

B Exposure meter F 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 16

• The effects of the set aperture value will not be visible on 8.0

the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, A B

please use [Preview]. (P37)

Shutter-Priority AE Mode
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 effect, set to a slower shutter speed.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Set the shutter speed by rotating the rear dial

or the front dial.
A Shutter speed SS 60 125 250 500 1000

B Exposure meter F 11 8.0 5.6 4.0 2.8

• The effects of the set shutter speed will not be visible on 250
the recording screen. To check on the recording screen,
A B
please use [Preview]. (P37)

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Recording

Manual Exposure Mode

Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.
The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate
the exposure.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed, A

and rotate the front dial to set the aperture

value.
A Exposure meter SS 8 15 30 60 125

B Aperture value F 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 11

0 +3
C Shutter speed 5.6 30
D Manual Exposure Assistance
B C D

∫ Manual Exposure Assistance

The exposure is adequate.
0
0 +3 Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value.

−3 0 Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value.

∫ About [B] (Bulb)

If you set the shutter speed to [B], the shutter stays open while the shutter button is
pressed fully (up to about 120 seconds).
The shutter closes if you release the shutter button.
Use this when you want to keep the shutter open for a long time to take pictures of
fireworks, a night scene etc.
• When you take pictures with the shutter speed set to [B], noise may become visible. To avoid
picture noise, we recommend setting [Long Shtr NR] in the [Rec] menu to [ON] before taking
pictures.
• The Manual Exposure Assistance does not appear.
• This cannot be used when [Electronic Shutter] is set to [ON].
• It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode.

∫ Constant preview
In Manual Exposure Mode, when [Constant Preview] in the [Custom] menu is [ON], you
will be able to confirm the effects of aperture and shutter speed on the screen.
• Close the flash.
• It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode.

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Recording

Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)

Applicable modes:

1 Set a function button to [Preview]. (P23)

• The following step is an example in which [Preview] is assigned to [Fn5].
2 Touch [ ].
3 Switch the confirmation screen by touching [Fn5].
• The screen switches each time [Fn5] is touched.

Normal recording screen Effects of Aperture Effects of Shutter Speed

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 exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Press 2/1 to select the scene.

• The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.

3 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

DISP. 6ZLWFK

∫ Switching the scene selection screen display

Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen.

DISP. 6ZLWFK DISP. 6ZLWFK DISP. 6ZLWFK

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Recording

Taking Pictures with different image effects

(Creative Control Mode)

Recording Mode:
This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by
selecting example images and checking them on the screen.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

2 Press 3/4 to select the image effects

A

(filters).
• The image effect of the selected example image will be
applied in a preview display A.
• You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching
the example images. DISP. 6ZLWFK

3 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

∫ Switching the image effect (filter) selection screen display

Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen.

DISP. 6ZLWFK DISP. 6ZLWFK DISP. 6ZLWFK

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Recording

Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode)

Recording Mode:
You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in
Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings.
• Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially.

Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings)

To allow recording using the same settings, up to 5 sets of current camera settings can be
registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. ( , , , , )

Preparations: Set in advance the Recording Mode you wish to save and select the
desired menu settings on the camera.

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Custom]>[Cust.Set Mem.]

2 Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press
[MENU/SET].
• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Exit the menu after it is executed.

Recording using registered custom set

You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.].

Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

• The custom set registered for [ ] or [ ] is called up.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ].

• The custom set registered for [ ], [ ] or [ ] is called up. The most recently
used custom set is called up.
• To change a custom set
> To steps 2 and 3.

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2 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.

3 Press 2/1 to select the custom setting you want to use, and then
press [MENU/SET].

∫ Changing the settings

Registered contents do not change when the menu setting is changed temporarily with the
mode dial set to , or . To change the registered settings, overwrite the
registered content using [Cust.Set Mem.] on the custom settings menu.

Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect

[Photo Style]

Applicable modes:

6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the
items such as color or picture quality of the effect to your desire.
[MENU] > [Rec]>[Photo Style]

Settings Description of settings

[Standard] This is the standard setting.
[Vivid]¢ Brilliant effect with high saturation and contrast.
¢
[Natural] Soft effect with low saturation.
[Monochrome] Monochrome effect with no color shades.
¢
[Scenery] An effect appropriate for sceneries with vivid blue skies and
greens.
[Portrait]¢ An effect appropriate for portraits with a healthy and beautiful
skin tone.
[Custom]¢ Use the setting registered in advance.
¢ This is disabled when Intelligent Auto Plus ( ) Mode is selected.

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∫ 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. 6WDQGDUG
• In Scene Guide Mode, you cannot select the photo style. -5 0 +5
±0
2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 S ±0

to adjust. ±0
±0

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Item Effect
Increases the difference between the brightness and the
[r]
darkness in the picture.
[Contrast]
Decreases the difference between the brightness and
[s]
the darkness in the picture.
[r] The picture is sharply defined.
S [Sharpness]
[s] The picture is softly focused.
[r] The colors in the picture become vivid.
[Saturation]
[s] The colors in the picture become natural.
The noise reduction effect is enhanced. Picture
[r]
resolution may deteriorate slightly.
[Noise Reduction]
The noise reduction effect is reduced. You can obtain
[s]
pictures with higher resolution.
Enhances the contrast of an subject. (Effect: Weak)
[Yellow]
The blue sky can be recorded clearly.
Enhances the contrast of an subject. (Effect: Medium)
[Orange]
The blue sky can be recorded in darker blue.
Enhances the contrast of an subject. (Effect: Strong)
[Filter Effect]¢ [Red]
The blue sky can be recorded in much darker blue.
The skin and lips of people and green leaves appear
[Green] in natural tones. Green leaves appear brighter and
more enhanced.
[Off] -
¢ Displayed only when [Monochrome] is selected.
• Registered settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off.
• If you adjust the picture quality, [_] is displayed beside the Photo Style icon on the screen.
• Color can be changed by [Saturation] when [Monochrome] is selected.
3 Press [MENU/SET].

∫ Registering settings to [Custom]

Adjust the picture quality following step 2 of “Adjusting the picture quality”, and
then press [DISP.].
• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
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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.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Highlight Shadow]

2 Press 2/1 to select the item.

Item Description of settings

(Standard) A state with no adjustments is set.
Bright areas are brightened, and dark areas are
(Raise the contrast)
darkened.
Bright areas are darkened, and dark areas are
(Lower the contrast)
brightened.
(Brighten dark areas) Dark areas are brightened.
ヤヒ / ヤビ / ヤピ (Custom) Registered custom settings can be applied.

3
A
Rotate the front/rear dial to adjust the
brightness of bright/dark portions. HIGH LIGHT

A Bright portion
B Dark portion 6DYH
C Preview display SHADOW 6HW
• The rear dial is for adjusting dark areas, and the front dial
is for adjusting bright areas.
• To register a preferred setting, press 3, and select the B C
destination where the custom setting will be registered to
([Custom1] ( ヤヒ )/[Custom2] ( ヤビ )/[Custom3] ( ヤピ )).
• Adjustments can also be made by dragging the graph.

4 Press [MENU/SET].

• The screen display can be switched by pressing [DISP.] on the brightness adjustment screen.
• Settings registered to ヤ / ヤ / ヤ will be stored even after this unit is turned off.
ヒ ビ ピ

• Turning off this unit will return the setting adjusted with / / back to the default
setting.

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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 eye in accordance with the light source.

1 Press 1 ( ).

2 Select the White Balance by rotating the rear

dial.
WB AWB

3 Press the rear dial to set.

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]

Settings Description of settings

[4:3] [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV
[3:2] [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera
[16:9] [Aspect Ratio] of a high-definition TV, etc.
[1:1] Square aspect ratio

• The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing.

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Setting the number of pixels

Applicable modes:

Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the
pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets.
[MENU] > [Rec]>[Picture Size]

When the aspect ratio is [4:3]. When the aspect ratio is [3:2].
Settings Image size Settings Image size
[L] (16M) 4592k3448 [L] (14M) 4592k3064
[ M] (8M) 3232k2424 [ M] (7M) 3232k2160
[ S] (4M) 2272k1704 [ S] (3.5M) 2272k1520

When the aspect ratio is [16:9]. When the aspect ratio is [1:1].
Settings Image size Settings Image size
[L] (12M) 4592k2584 [L] (11.5M) 3424k3424
[ M] (6M) 3232k1824 [ M] (6M) 2416k2416
[ S] (2M) 1920k1080 [ S] (3M) 1712k1712

Setting the compression rate of pictures [Quality]

Applicable modes:

Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Quality]

Settings File format Description of settings

[A] A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority.
A standard image quality JPEG image.
JPEG
[›] This is useful for increasing the number of shots without
changing the number of pixels.
[ ] You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or
RAWiJPEG
[ ] [›]) simultaneously.¢1
[ ] RAW You can only record RAW images.¢2

¢1 If you delete a RAW file from the camera, the corresponding JPEG image will also be
deleted.
¢2 It is fixed to maximum recordable pixels ([L]) for each image aspect ratio.
• Develop and edit RAW files using the software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio” by Ichikawa Soft
Laboratory on the CD-ROM (supplied).
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Taking Pictures with Auto Focus

Applicable modes:
This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be
selected.

1 Set the focus mode lever to [AF].

2 Set [AFS/AFF/AFC] in the [Custom] menu to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC].

(P46)

3 Press 2 ( ).

4 Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press

[MENU/SET].

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About the focus mode (AFS/AFF/AFC)

Applicable modes:

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Custom]>[AFS/AFF/AFC]

2 Press 3/4 to select item, and press [MENU/

SET].
• Select focus mode according to the movement of the
subject and the scene you are recording.
• The set focus mode will be assigned to [AF] of the focus
mode lever.

The movement of the subject and the scene

Item
(recommended)
Subject is still
AFS
(Scenery, anniversary photograph, etc.)
Movement cannot be predicted
AFF
(Children, pets, etc.)
Subject is moving
AFC
(Sport, trains, etc.)
• When the interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used, [AFF] and [AFC] cannot be set.

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Taking Pictures with Manual Focus

Applicable modes:
Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens
and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus.

1 Set the focus mode lever to [MF].

2 Use the focus lever or focus ring on the lens to achieve focus.
A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) B
• When you focus manually, display is switched to the
assist screen and the image is enlarged (MF Assist B).
• When [Peaking] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON],
in-focus portions are highlighted (C).
• When [MF Guide] on the [Custom] menu is set to [ON]
and you focus manually, the MF guide D is displayed on
the screen. You can check whether the point of focus is
to the near side or the far side. A C D

MF ASSIST

∫ Displaying the MF Assist

• It can be displayed by rotating the focus ring, moving the focus lever, pinching out (P15) the
screen, or touching the screen twice. (In the Creative Control Mode [Miniature Effect], MF
Assistance cannot be displayed by touching the screen)
• It can also be displayed by pressing 2 to display the setup screen for the enlarged area,
deciding the area to enlarge using the cursor button, and then pressing [MENU/SET].
• It will switch to the setting screen for the enlarged area by pressing the cursor button when the
[Direct Focus Area] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON].

∫ Changing the display of the MF Assist

Each time the rear dial is pressed, an enlarged display switches between a windowed
screen display and a full screen display.

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• If the front dial or rear dial is rotated, the display can be enlarged/reduced up to approximately
3 to 6 times when the enlarged display is in a windowed display or up to approximately 3 to 10
times when the enlarged display is in a full screen display. The rear dial enlarges/reduces the
size at a rate of 1 time, and the front dial enlarges/reduces it at a rate of 0.1 times.
• The display can also be enlarged/reduced by pinching out/pinching in.

∫ Moving the enlarged area

• The enlarged area can be moved by dragging the screen (P15), or pressing the cursor button.
• The following will return the MF assistance to the original position.
– Pressing [DISP.] when the setting screen for determining the area to be enlarged is displayed.

∫ Closing the MF Assist

• It will close when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
• You can also close MF Assist by pressing [MENU/SET] or touching [Exit].
• When displayed by moving the focus lever or rotating the focus ring, it is closed approximately
10 seconds after operations are stopped.

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 subject.

2 Press and hold [AF/AE LOCK] to fix the focus or exposure.

• If you release [AF/AE LOCK], AF/AE Lock is canceled.
• Only the exposure is locked in the default setting.

3 While pressing [AF/AE LOCK], move the

AEL
camera as you compose the picture and then 1.7 60 0 200
press shutter button fully. A
A AE Lock indication
• When [AE LOCK] is set, after pressing the shutter button halfway to focus, press the
shutter button fully.

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Compensating the Exposure

Applicable modes:
Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in
brightness between the subject and the background.

1 Press the rear dial to switch to Exposure

Compensation operation.

2 Rotate the rear dial to compensate the

exposure. +1 0
-5 -4 -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +3 +4 +5
A Exposure Compensation value A

Properly
Underexposed Overexposed
exposed

Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure

towards positive. towards negative.
• Select [n0] to return to the original exposure.

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 ( ).

2 Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the rear

dial.

3 Press the rear dial to set.

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Select a Drive Mode

Applicable modes:
Selecting the drive mode allows you to switch the operation, such as burst recording or the
self-timer, for when you press the shutter button.

1 Press 4 ( ).

2 Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then

1 2 3 4
H 31/3
press [MENU/SET].

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Drive mode Description of settings

When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is
1 [Single] (P24)
recorded.
Recordings are made in succession while the shutter
2 [Burst] (P51)
button is pressed.
Each time the shutter button is pressed, recordings
3 [Auto Bracket] (P53) are made with different exposure settings according to
the Exposure Compensation range.
When the shutter button is pressed, recording takes
4 [Self Timer] (P54)
place after the set time has elapsed.
• To cancel the drive mode, select [ ]. The setting will switch to [Single].
• Settings for each drive mode can be changed by pressing 3.

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Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

Applicable modes:
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
• Pictures taken with a burst speed of [SH] will be recorded as a single burst group.

1 Press 4 ( ).

2 Press 2/1 to select the burst icon ([ ],

H 31/3
etc.), and then press 3.

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3 Select the burst speed with 2/1, and then

SH H LV
M LV
L
press [MENU/SET].

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[SH]¢2 [H] [M]

[L]
(Super high (High (Middle
(Low speed)
speed) speed) speed)
Burst Electronic
10 4 2
speed shutter [ON]
40
(pictures/ Electronic
5 4 2
second) shutter [OFF]
Live View during Burst
None None Available Available
Mode
With RAW files — 9¢3, 4
¢1 Without RAW
Max. 80 Depends on the capacity of the card¢4
files
¢1 Number of recordable pictures
¢2 The electronic shutter will operate.
¢3 Depending on the recording conditions, the number of frames in a burst may be
reduced. (For example, when you set [i.Resolution] of the recording menu, the
number of frames in a burst 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 timing of this depends on the aspect
ratio, the picture size, the setting for the quality and the type of card used.

4 Focus on the subject and take a picture. AFS H

• Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the Burst Mode.

∫ Focusing in Burst Mode

Focus/Release
Focus Mode Focus
Priority
[FOCUS]
AFS At the first picture
[RELEASE]
[FOCUS] Normal focusing¢6
AFF/AFC¢5
[RELEASE] Predicted focusing¢7
MF — Focus set with Manual Focus
¢5 When the subject is dark or the burst speed is set to [SH], the focus is fixed on the first
picture.
¢6 The burst speed may become slower because the camera is continuously focusing on the
subject.
¢7 Burst speed takes priority, and focus is estimated within possible range.

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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.

1 Press 4 ( ).

2 Press to 2/1 to select the Auto Bracket icon

H 31/3
([ 3 1/3 ], etc.), and then press 3.

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3 Press 2/1 to select the compensation -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +3

range, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 1

31/3 32/3 3 1 51/3 52/3 5 1

3

71/3 72/3 7 1

4 Focus on the subject and take a picture. 60 i

4:3
L AFS

A Auto Bracket indication

• If you press and hold the shutter button, the number of
A
pictures that you set is taken.
• The Auto Bracket indication blinks until the number of pictures that you set is taken.
• The picture count is reset to [0] if you change the Auto Bracket setting or turn the
camera off before all the pictures that you set are taken.

∫ Changing the settings for [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] and [Sequence] in Auto
Bracket
1 Select the menu.
[MENU] > [Rec]>[Auto Bracket]
2 Press 3/4 to select [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] or [Sequence] and then
press [MENU/SET].
3 Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
• Exit the menu after it is set.

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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

Applicable modes:

1 Press 4 ( ).

2 Press 2/1 to select the self-timer icon

H 31/3
([ 10 ], etc.), and then press 3.

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3 Press 2/1 to select the time setting for the 10 10 2

self-timer, and then press [MENU/SET].

Item Description of settings

Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed.
After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 seconds intervals.
Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed.
• When using a tripod, etc., this setting is a convenient way to avoid the jitter
caused by pressing the shutter button.

4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and

then press it fully to take the picture.

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Optical Image Stabilizer

The camera detects jitter during recording and automatically corrects it, so you can record
images with reduced jitter.
There are two types of Optical Image Stabilizers, the one built into a lens and the one built
into this unit. The Optical Image Stabilizer of either a lens or this unit will be enabled.

∫ Compatible Optical Image Stabilizers

The Optical Image Stabilizer of either a lens or this unit works depending on the lens in
use.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Lens in use
function
Supporting the Optical Image
Stabilizer function Only the Optical Image
• The interchangeable lens Stabilizer function of the lens P56
Micro Four (H-FS1442A) supports the Optical will be enabled.
Thirds mount Image Stabilizer function.
specification Not supporting the Optical Image
lens Stabilizer function Only the Optical Image
• The interchangeable lens Stabilizer function of this unit P57
(H-H020A) does not support the will be enabled.
Optical Image Stabilizer function.
Four Thirds Only the Optical Image
Supporting the Optical Image
mount Stabilizer function of the lens P56
Stabilizer function
specification will be enabled.
lens
• Use a mount Only the Optical Image
adaptor Not supporting the Optical Image
Stabilizer function of this unit P57
(DMW-MA1: Stabilizer function
will be enabled.
optional).
Leica mount specification lens Only the Optical Image
• Use a Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, Stabilizer function of this unit P57
DMW-MA3R: optional). will be enabled.

Only the Optical Image

Lenses other than those listed above that can be
Stabilizer function of this unit P57
attached to this unit
will be enabled.

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Using the Optical Image Stabilizer function of a lens

Applicable modes:

A lens based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds System
standard equipped with the Optical Image Stabilizer function is required. (P55)

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Stabilizer]>[Operation Mode]

2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].

Item Description of settings

[ ] Vertical and horizontal shake are compensated for.
([Normal])
Camera shake is corrected for up/down movements. This mode is ideal
[ ] for panning (a method of taking pictures which involves turning the
([Panning]) camera to track the movements of a subject which continues to move
in a fixed direction).
[Stabilizer] does not work.
[OFF] (This can be selected only when using a lens without the [O.I.S.]
switch.)
• Exit the menu after it is set.
• When using an optional interchangeable lens with an O.I.S. switch, it is possible to set to
enable the Optical Image Stabilizer by switching the O.I.S. switch on the lens to [ON]. (At the
time of purchase, it is initially set to [ ].)

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Using the Optical Image Stabilizer function of this unit

Applicable modes:

If your lens does not support the Optical Image Stabilizer function or is not based
on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds System standard, the
Optical Image Stabilizer of this unit can be used. (P55)
• The Optical Image Stabilizer of this unit works only when taking pictures.

If your lens is not based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds
System standard, make the following settings:
• Set the [Shoot w/o Lens] to [ON]. (P85)
• Set the focal length of your lens in [Focal Length Set]. (P58)
– If a lens not based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds System standard
is in use when the Optical Image Stabilizer of this unit is available, a confirmation message
for the focal length setting is displayed after this unit is turned on. Selecting [Yes] enables
you to set [Focal Length Set] in [Stabilizer].

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Stabilizer]

2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].

Item Description of settings

[ ] Vertical and horizontal shake are compensated for.
([Normal])
Camera shake is corrected for up/down movements. This
[Operation mode is ideal for panning (a method of taking pictures
[ ]
Mode] which involves turning the camera to track the
([Panning])
movements of a subject which continues to move in a
fixed direction).
[OFF] [Stabilizer] does not work.
[Focal The focal length of your lens can be set or registered.
Length Set]¢
¢ This item can be set only when your lens is not based on the Micro Four Thirds System
standard/Four Thirds System standard.

• Exit the menu after it is set.

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Setting the focal length of a lens

• When a lens based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds System standard is in
use, a focal length is set automatically.
• If your lens is based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard/Four Thirds System standard
but does not have a communication function with the camera, set the focal length of the lens.

Preparations: Set the [Shoot w/o Lens] to [ON]. (P85)

1 Select the menu.
[MENU] > [Rec]>[Stabilizer]
2 Press 3/4 to select [Focal Length Set] and then press [MENU/SET].
3 Select the focal length of your lens with 2/1.
• A focal length ranging from 8 mm to 1000 mm can be set.
• Set a focal length written on the body of your lens, etc.
• If the focal length setting for your lens is not found, select a
value close to the focal length of your lens.
• If your lens is a zoom lens, select a value according to the
focal length at the time of recording.
4 Press [MENU/SET].

∫ Registering a focal length

1 Perform step 3 in “Setting the focal length of a lens”.
2 Press 4.
3 Press 2/1 to select the focal length to be
overwritten and then press [DISP.].
• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes]
is selected.
• Up to 3 focal length settings can be registered.
• Exit the menu after it is set.

∫ Setting a registered focal length

1 On the screen in step 3 of “Setting the focal length of a lens”, press 4.
2 Press 2/1 to select the registered focal lengthand then press [MENU/SET].

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Recording

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Applicable modes:

∫ Types of zooms and recording magnification

Extended Tele
Feature Optical Zoom Digital Zoom (P82)
Conversion (EX) (P82)
When taking still
Recording Different depending on pictures: Max. 2k¢1 When selecting [2k]
magnification the lens used. When recording motion When selecting [4k]
pictures: 2.4k¢2
The higher the
Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration magnification level, the
greater the deterioration.
¢1 When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [4:3] is selected.
The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] and [Aspect Ratio] setting.
¢2 When recording quality setting [FHD/60p], [FHD/60i], [FHD/30p] or [FHD/24p] is selected.

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Recording

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
Slide the flash open lever.
B To close the flash
Press the flash until it clicks.
• Make sure to close the built-in flash when it is
not in use.
• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash
is closed.

Changing Flash Mode

Applicable modes:

Set the built-in flash to match the recording.

• Open the flash.

1 Select the menu.

[MENU] > [Rec]>[Flash]
2 Press 3/4 to select [Flash Mode] and then press [MENU/SET].
3 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].

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Playback/Editing

Switching the Playback Method

Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback)

Rotate the rear dial left.
1 screen 12 screens 30 screens Calendar screen 1/98
display
• It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the
following icons.
–[ ]: 1 screen
–[ ]: 12 screens
–[ ]: 30 screens
– [ CAL ]: Calendar screen display
• The screen can be switched gradually by dragging the screen up or down.

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 back. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

12
• If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that 2013 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

9 10 11 12 13 14
month is not displayed. 8

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31

6HW
3 Press [MENU/SET] to display the images that are
recorded in selected date.
4 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET].

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Playback/Editing

Using Playback Functions

With this menu, you can use various playback functions such as cropping and other
editing of recorded images, protect settings, etc.

Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture

You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture.

1 Press 3 to pause motion picture playback.

2 Press [MENU/SET].
• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ].
• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when
[Yes] is selected.

Removing unnecessary parts [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.
[MENU] > [Playback]>[Clear Retouch]
2 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
3 Drag your finger over the part you want to delete.
• The parts to be erased are colored.
• Touching [Undo] will return the colored part back to its
previous state. 5(029(
4 Touch [Set]. 6&$/,1*
• Preview screen is displayed.
8QGR 6HW
5 Touch [Save] or press [MENU/SET].
• Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Exit the menu after it is executed.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

What you can do with the Wi-FiR function

What you can do

Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet

Recording with a smartphone.
Saving images stored in the camera.
Sending images to an SNS.

Easy connection, easy transfer

You can use easily by pressing and holding
[Wi-Fi] or by using the NFC function. ョㄏピ

Displaying pictures on a TV

When sending images to Printer

When sending images to AV device

You can send pictures and motion pictures to AV devices in your house
(home AV devices). You can also send them to the devices (external AV
devices) of your family or friends living away from you via “LUMIX CLUB”.

When sending images to PC

Using Web services

You can send 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.

• Please refer to “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” for details.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet

You can remotely operate the camera using a
smartphone/tablet.
You need to install “Panasonic Image App” (referred to
as “Image App” from this point on) on your
smartphone/tablet.

Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App”

The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic.
For AndroidTM apps For iOS apps
OS Android 2.2~Android 4.2¢ iOS 5.0~iOS 6.1
1 Connect your Android device 1 Connect the iOS device to the
to a network. network.
2 Select “Google PlayTM Store”. 2 Select “App StoreSM”.
3 Enter “Panasonic Image App” 3 Enter “Panasonic Image App”
Installation
into the search box. into the search box.
procedure
4 Select “Panasonic Image 4 Select “Panasonic Image
App ” and install it. App ” and install it.
• The icon will be added to the • The icon will be added to the
menu. menu.
• Use the latest version.
• The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone/tablet
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.)
• When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be
incurred depending on the details of your contract.
¢ Connecting to this unit with [Wi-Fi Direct] requires Android OS 4.0 or higher and Wi-Fi
DirectTM support.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet
A connection can be easily established by pressing and holding [Wi-Fi] or by using the
NFC function.

Preparations:
• Install the “Image App” in advance. (P64)

1 Press and hold [Wi-Fi].

• The information (SSID and password) required for directly
connecting your smartphone/tablet to this unit is displayed. ョㄏピ

• Except for when connecting for the first time, the screen
from the previous connection is displayed.
• The same screen can be displayed by selecting the
following menu items.

[Wi-Fi] > [New Connection]>[Remote Shooting

& View]
• To change the connection method, press [DISP.], and then
select the connection method.

2 Operate the smartphone/tablet.

1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function.

2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit, and
then enter the password.
3 Start “Image App”. (P64)
• When the connection is complete, live images being captured by the camera are
displayed on the smartphone/tablet.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet by using the NFC function

Using the NFC “Near Field Communication” function, you can easily transfer data
necessary for a Wi-Fi connection between this camera and the smartphone/tablet.

∫ Compatible models
This function can be used with the NFC compatible device with Android (OS version
2.3.3 or higher). (excluding some models)
• For information on the operation and settings of NFC-compatible smartphones/tablets, refer
to the owner’s manual of your device.

Preparation:

(On the camera) (On your smartphone/tablet)

• Set [NFC Operation] to [ON]. • Check that your smartphone/tablet is a
compatible model.
• Turn on the Wi-Fi function.
• Install the “Image App” in advance. (P64)

1 Launch “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet.

2 While [ ] is displayed on the connection
screen of the “Image App”, touch the
smartphone/tablet to [ ] of this unit.
• It may take time to complete the connection.
• When the smartphone/tablet has connected, an
image of this camera will be displayed on the
smartphone/tablet.
• If a connection attempt by touching fails, restart the
“Image App”, and then display the screen in step 1
again.
• If a connection is established during single picture
playback, the picture will be transferred to the
smartphone/tablet. (P68)

When connecting for the first time, the connection confirmation screen is
displayed

1 When the connection confirmation screen is displayed on this unit, select

[Yes].
2 Touch the smartphone/tablet to [ ] of the camera again.
• The connected smartphone/tablet is registered to this camera.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)

1 Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P65)

2 Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet.
• The recorded images are saved in the camera.
• Motion pictures can also be recorded.
• Some settings are not available.
• The screen differs depending on the operating system.

Saving images stored in the camera/Sending images in the camera to

an SNS

1 Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P65)

2 Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet.
3 Drag an image.
• The function can be assigned to the top, bottom, left or
right according to your preference.
• If an image is touched, the picture will be played back in an
enlarged size.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Transferring images stored in the camera easily

A Wi-Fi connection using NFC function is possible by touching the smartphone/tablet to

this unit, and you can easily transfer images displayed on the screen.
An image can be sent on site immediately after taking it, so you can easily send it to the
smartphone/tablet¢ of your family or friend.
¢ Installing the “Image App” is required for use.

Preparation:
(On the camera) (On your smartphone/tablet)
• Set [NFC Operation] to [ON]. • Check that your smartphone/tablet is a
• Set [Touch Sharing] to [ON]. compatible model.
• Turn on the Wi-Fi function.
• Install the “Image App” in advance. (P64)

1 Play back the picture you want to transfer to the smartphone/tablet in the
camera.
2 Launch “Image App” on the smartphone/tablet at the transfer destination.
3 While [ ] is displayed on the connection
screen of the “Image App”, touch the
smartphone/tablet to [ ] of this unit.
• It may take time to complete the connection.
• If a connection attempt by touching fails, restart the
“Image App”, and then display the screen in step 2
again.
• They cannot be transferred as a batch.

• Depending on the environment you are using, it may take a few minutes to complete the image
transfer.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Changing the connection method

To change the connection method, press [DISP.], and then

select the connection method.

Connection method Description of settings

[Via Network] Connects via a wireless access point. P70

[Direct] Your device connects directly to this unit. P72

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Via the network

You can select the method for connecting to a wireless

access point.
¢ WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure
the settings related to the connection and security of wireless
LAN devices. To check if the wireless access point you are
using is compatible with WPS, refer to the manual of the
wireless access point.

Connection method Description of settings

Save push button type wireless access point that is compatible with
Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM with a WPS mark.
Press the wireless access point e.g.:
WPS button until it switches to WPS
[WPS (Push-Button)] mode.
• Refer to the wireless access point
instruction manual for details.

Save PIN code type wireless access point that is compatible with
Wi-Fi Protected Setup with a WPS mark.
1 Select the wireless access point you are connecting
to.
[WPS (PIN code)] 2 Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera screen
into the wireless access point.
3 Press [MENU/SET].
• 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 a
[Manual Connection]
wireless access point.
• Refer to P71 for details.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual
Connection])
Search for available wireless access points.
• Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is
encrypted.
• When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the
wireless access point you are using.
1 Select the wireless access point you are connecting
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 P71.
2 (If network authentication is encrypted)
Enter the encryption key.

∫ When connecting with [Manual Input]

1 On the screen displayed in step 1 of “If you are not sure about the WPS
compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection])”, select [Manual Input].
2 Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, then select
[Set].
3 Select the network authentication type.
• For information on network authentication, see the manual of the wireless access point.
4 Select the encryption type.
• The type of settings that can be changed may vary depending on the details of network
authentication settings.

Network authentication type Encryption types that can be set

[WPA2-PSK]/[WPA-PSK] [TKIP]/[AES]

[Common Key] [WEP]

[Open] [No Encryption]/[WEP]

5 (When an option other than [No Encryption] is selected)

Enter the encryption key.

• Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless
access point.
• Transmission speed may decrease, or may not be usable depending on the environment it is
used in.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Direct connection

You can select the method for connecting to the device you
are using.
Select the connection method supported by your device.

Connection method Description of settings

1 Set the device to Wi-Fi DirectTM mode.
[Wi-Fi Direct]
2 Select [Wi-Fi Direct].
3 Select the device to connect to.
• Read the owner’s manual of your device for details.
[WPS (Push-Button)]
1 Select [WPS (Push-Button)].
2 Set the device to WPS mode.
• You can wait longer for a connection by pressing the [DISP.]
[WPS Connection] button on this unit.
[WPS (PIN code)]
1 Select [WPS (PIN code)].
2 Enter the PIN code of the device into this unit.
Enter the SSID and password into
the device. The SSID and
password are displayed on the
[Manual Connection]
connection waiting screen of this
unit.

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About the supplied software

About the supplied software

The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software.
Install the software on to your computer before use.

• PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8)

This software allows you to manage images. For example, you can send pictures and motion
pictures to a PC and sort them by recording date or model name. You can also perform
operations such as writing images to a DVD, processing and correcting images, and editing
motion pictures.

• SILKYPIX Developer Studio

(Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X v10.4/v10.5/v10.6/v10.7/v10.8)
This is software to edit RAW format images.
Edited images can be saved in a format (JPEG, TIFF, etc.) that can be displayed on a personal
computer.

For details on how to use the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, refer to the “Help” or the
Ichikawa Soft Laboratory’s support website:
http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/support/

• LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP/Vista/7/8)

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 music, picture and video files
to create videos to share with your friends and family by burning it to a DVD, uploading it to
websites, or simply share your videos with your friends via e-mail.
– This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.

For more information on how to use LoiLoScope, read the LoiLoScope manual
available for download at the link below.
Manual URL: http://loilo.tv/product/20

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About the supplied software

∫ Installing supplied software

• Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications.

1 Check the environment of your PC.

• Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE”
– OS:
WindowsR XP (32bit) SP3,
Windows VistaR (32bit) SP2,
WindowsR 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1,
WindowsR 8 (32bit/64bit)
– CPU:
PentiumR III 500 MHz or higher (WindowsR XP),
PentiumR III 800 MHz or higher (Windows VistaR),
PentiumR III 1 GHz or higher (WindowsR 7/WindowsR 8)
– Display:
1024k768 pixels or more (1920k1080 pixels or more recommended)
– RAM:
512 MB or more (WindowsR XP/Windows VistaR),
1 GB or more (WindowsR 7 32bit/WindowsR 8 32bit),
2 GB or more (WindowsR 7 64bit/WindowsR 8 64bit)
– Free hard disk space:
450 MB or more for installing software
• Refer to the operating instructions of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (PDF) for further operating
environment.
• For details on SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, please read the support site given on
P73.

2 Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software.

• When you insert the supplied CD-ROM, the install menu will start.

3 Click on the [Recommended Installation].

• Proceed with installation according to messages appearing on the screen.

• The software compatible with your PC will be installed.

• On the Mac, SILKYPIX can be installed manually.
1 Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software.
2 Double-click on the automatically displayed folder.
3 Double-click the icon in the application folder.

Not available in these cases:

• “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” and “LoiLoScope” are not compatible with Mac.

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Others

Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

• The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor
style) in the monitor.

∫ In recording

Card (displayed only

4:3
L AFS during recording)
 ラュン
8m30s Elapsed recording time¢
Simultaneous recording
indicator
Peaking
AEL BKT
1.7 60 0 200 AWB 98 Highlight Shadow
1 ラュン HDR
Multi exposure
Recording Mode Digital Zoom
C3-1

Electronic shutter
EXPS

Custom settings Overheat indicator

Photo Style

Creative control
adjustment display
‰ Œ Flash Mode
WL Flash
Extended Tele
Conversion (when
recording motion pictures)
Recording format/
Recording quality
4:3
Picture size/
L
Aspect Ratio
Extended Tele
4:3
EX M Conversion (when taking
still pictures)

¢ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second.

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Others

4:3
3
L AFS
ラュン Name¢1

Number of days that have passed since the
departure date¢2

 Age¢1
AEL
0 200 AWB
BKT Location¢2
1.7 60 98
Current date and time/“: Travel
2 destination setting¢2
A› Quality
AFS AFF AFC Focus Mode
š Ø
AF Mode

Face Recognition
AFL AF Lock
Burst
Auto Bracket
Self-timer
Battery indication
Picture Mode (Still picture
priorities)
Optical Image Stabilizer
Jitter alert
Recording state (Flashes
red.)
Focus (Lights green.)
Time Lapse Shot
Histogram

¢1 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on if the [Profile Setup]
setting is set.
¢2 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock
and after switching from Playback Mode to Recording Mode.

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Others

60
4:3
L AFS
5
ラュン Dial operation guide
White Balance Bracket
BKT
AWB White Balance Fine
 Adjustment
AEL BKT
0 200 AWB 98 VÐîÑ
1.7 60  1
White Balance

Color
4 Number of recordable
98
AF area pictures¢2
Spot metering target R8 m30s Available recording time¢2, 3
¢1
Self-timer Touch tab¢4
Mic level display Touch tab¢4
Silent Mode Touch tab¢4
AEL AE Lock Touch tab¢4
Metering Mode
Touch tab¢4
Program Shift
Touch tab¢4
1.7 Aperture value
6
60 Shutter speed
Exposure meter
Exposure compensation value
Focal distance display
Brightness
Step zoom
Manual Exposure Assistance
ISO sensitivity

¢1 This is displayed during countdown.

¢2 It is possible to switch the display between the number of recordable pictures and available
recording time with the [Remaining Disp.] setting in the [Custom] menu.
¢3 “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second.
¢4 Only displayed in the monitor.

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Others

Fn5

×
Fn6 F
Fn7 SS

Fn8

ISO
Fn9

• Only displayed in the monitor.

Touch zoom One point color

× Touch Shutter Position of the light source

AE Touch AE Creative control adjustment

Peaking Panorama shot direction
Fn5
Fn5 (Function button)
Selects an image effect (filter)
Fn6
Fn6 (Function button)
Fn7
Fn7 (Function button) F Aperture value
Fn8
Fn8 (Function button) SS Shutter speed
Fn9
Fn9 (Function button) ISO ISO sensitivity
Color Microphone level adjustment

Defocus control function

Brightness

Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect])

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Others

∫ In playback

4:3
3
1 L

 1/98  Clear Retouch completed icon

SLF
Currently retrieving
information icon
67'$<
  Playback (Motion Pictures)
PRQWK  GD\V
Number of days that have
F1.7 60 0 200 $:% 
67'$< passed since the departure
1 date
Burst Picture Group Display
Playback Mode
3D [Time Lapse Shot] Picture
Protected picture Group Display
Number of prints Display for the Stop Motion
Ü Favorites Animation Group

å Cable disconnect prohibit icon Silent Mode

Motion picture playback PRQWKGD\V Age

Play panorama Multi Playback

Continuous Burst Picture Delete

Group Playback 4
Continuous [Time Lapse Shot] Name¢2
Picture Group Playback
Location¢2
Continuous playback of the
Title¢2
Stop Motion Animation Group
5
‘ Stamped with text indication
¢1 Recording information¢3
8m30s Elapsed playback time
2
4:3
Picture size/
L
Aspect Ratio ¢1 “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for
AVCHD
Recording format/ minute and “s” for second.
FHD 60i
Recording quality ¢2 It is displayed in order of [Title],
A› Quality [Location], [Name] ([Baby1]/[Baby2],
[Pet]), [Name] ([Face Recog.]).
Battery indication
¢3 This is not displayed for motion pictures
1/98 Picture number/Total pictures
recorded in [AVCHD].
SLF Number of pictures in burst
Motion picture recording
8m30s time¢1

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F1.7 60
0
 WB AWB
ISO 200 AFS
P STD.

 '(&
4:3
L
s
RGB 100-0001 

1 2
Recording information Recorded date and time/World Time
Intelligent Dynamic Range 3
Control¢1
4:3
Picture size/
HDR¢2 L
Aspect Ratio
Intelligent Resolution A› Quality
Shading Compensation¢2 Color space¢2
100-001 Folder/File number¢1

Histogram display

F1.7 60 
0 ISO200

 1/98 100-0001

1 3
Histogram 1/98 Picture number/Total pictures
2 100-001 Folder/File number¢1
Recording information¢1

¢1 This is not displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD].

¢2 This is not displayed for motion pictures.

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Menu list

[Rec]
This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures
you are recording.
• [Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital
Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these
settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.

You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to
[Photo Style] record. You can adjust the color and image quality of the
effects. (P40)
[Aspect Ratio] Sets the aspect ratio of the image. (P43)
[Picture Size] Set the number of pixels. (P44)
Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored.
[Quality]
(P44)
[Metering Mode] Sets the light metering method for measuring brightness.
[Burst Rate] Sets the burst speed for burst recording.
Sets single/burst recording, compensation range and recording
[Auto Bracket]
sequence for Auto Bracket recording. (P53)
[Self Timer] Sets the manner in which the self-timer works. (P54)
You can adjust the brightness of bright and dark portions on an
[Highlight Shadow]
image while checking the brightness on the screen. (P42)
[i.Dynamic] (Intelligent Adjusts the contrast and exposure.
dynamic range control)
Records pictures with more defined outlines and sense of
[i.Resolution]
clarity.
You can combine 3 pictures with different levels of exposure
[HDR]
into a single picture with rich gradation.
Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent
[Multi Exp.]
per a single image)
You can set the recording start time, the recording interval and
[Time Lapse Shot] the number of pictures, and automatically record subjects such
as animals and plants as time elapses.

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[Stop Motion Animation] A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together.

Sets the recording direction and image effect for panorama

[Panorama Settings]
recording.
The shutter sound can be turned off for recording in a quiet
[Electronic Shutter]
environment.
To reduce the influence of hand shake, the shutter is released
[Shutter Delay] when a specified time period has elapsed since the shutter
button was pressed.
[Flash] Sets the manner in which the flash works. (P60)
Automatically detects red-eye caused by the flash and corrects
[Red-Eye Removal]
the image data accordingly.
When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or [ ], an optimal
[ISO Limit Set]
ISO sensitivity is set with the selected value as an upper limit.
The ISO sensitivity settings values changes in steps of 1/3 EV
[ISO Increments]
or 1 EV.
[Extended ISO] ISO sensitivity can be set up to minimum [ISO125].
You can eliminate the noise caused by recording with a slower
[Long Shtr NR]
shutter speed.
If the screen periphery darkens as a result of lens
[Shading Comp.]
characteristics, the brightness in this region will be corrected.
When the number of pixels is set to anything other than [L], the
[Ex. Tele Conv.]
Tele effect is increased without degradation in image quality.
Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification,
[Digital Zoom]
the greater the degradation in image quality.
Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the
[Color Space]
recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc.
When camera shake is sensed during recording, the camera
[Stabilizer]
corrects it automatically.
Sets the focus and exposure automatically prioritizing
[Face Recog.]
registered faces.
If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in
[Profile Setup] advance, you can record their name and age in months and
years in the images.

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[Motion Picture]
This menu lets you set the [Rec Format], [Rec Quality], and other aspects for motion
picture recording.
• [Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital
Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these
settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
– For details, refer to the explanation for the corresponding setting in the [Rec] menu.

[Rec Format] Sets the file format for the motion pictures you record.
[Rec Quality] This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.
Select the method for setting the aperture value and shutter
[Exposure Mode]
speed in Creative Video Mode.
Sets the recording method for still pictures during motion
[Picture Mode]
picture recording.
Continues to focus on the subject for which focus has been
[Continuous AF]
achieved.
[Rec Highlight] White saturated areas appear blinking in black and white.
[Ex. Tele Conv.] Increases the Tele effect. (P59)
The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping
[Flkr Decrease]
in the motion picture.
Enables touch operations to allow silent use while recording
[Silent Operation]
motion pictures.
Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the
[Mic Level Disp.]
recording screen.
[Mic Level Adj.] Adjust the sound input level to 4 different levels.
[Wind Cut] This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically.

[Custom]
Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set
up according to your preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings.

[Cust.Set Mem.] Registers the current camera settings as custom set.

[Silent Mode] Disables operational sounds and output of light at once.
Sets the fixed content for focusing and exposure when the AF/
[AF/AE Lock]
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This will set the operation of [AF/AE LOCK] button when taking
[AF/AE Lock Hold]
a picture with fixed focus or exposure.
Set whether or not the focus is adjusted automatically when the
[Shutter AF]
shutter button is pressed halfway.
The shutter will immediately fire when the shutter button is
[Half Press Release]
pressed halfway.
[AFS/AFF/AFC] Sets the focus method. (P45)
Speeds up the focusing that takes place when you press the
[Quick AF]
shutter button.
The camera automatically adjusts the focus when the eye
[Eye Sensor AF]
sensor is active.
Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter
[Pinpoint AF Time]
button is pressed halfway with Auto Focus Mode set to [ ].
AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter
[AF Assist Lamp] button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to
focus when recording in low light conditions.
Moves the AF area or MF assist using the cursor button when
[Direct Focus Area]
recording.
[Focus/Release Priority] It will set so no picture can be taken when it is out of focus.

You can set the focus manually after the automatic focus has
[AF+MF]
finished.
[MF Assist] Sets the display method of MF Assist (enlarged screen).
When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you
[MF Guide]
to check the direction to achieve focus is displayed.
In-focus portions are highlighted when focus is being adjusted
[Peaking]
manually.
This allows you to set either to display or not display the
[Histogram]
histogram.
This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a
[Guide Line]
picture.
When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing
[Highlight]
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You can check the effects of the chosen aperture and shutter
[Constant Preview]
speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode.
[Expo.Meter] Set whether or not to display the exposure meter.
[Dial Guide] Set whether or not to display the dial operation guide.
[LVF Disp.Style] This will set the display style of the viewfinder.
[Monitor Disp. Style] This will set the display style of the monitor.
[Monitor Info. Disp.] Display the recording information screen.
This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording
[Rec Area]
and still picture recording.
This will switch display between the number of recordable
[Remaining Disp.]
pictures and available recording time.
Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking
[Auto Review]
the still picture.
You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons
[Fn Button Set]
or icons. (P23)
[Q.MENU] Switch the setting method of Quick Menu. (P22)
[Dial Set.] Changes the operation methods of the front dial and rear dial.
[Video Button] Enables/disables the motion picture button.
Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an
[Power Zoom Lens] interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom
(electrically operated zoom).
This will set the sensitivity of the eye sensor.
This will set whether to automatically switch the display from
[Eye Sensor]
the Monitor to the Viewfinder when your eye or an object is
brought closer to the eye sensor.
[Touch Settings] Enables/disables the Touch operation.
This allows you to set the speed of continuously forwarding or
[Touch Scroll]
rewinding pictures using touch operation.
Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to
[Menu Guide]
and .
Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens
[Shoot w/o Lens]
is attached to the main body.

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[Setup]
This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and
set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera.
You can also configure the settings of Wi-Fi related functions.
[Clock Set] Setting Date/Time.
Sets the times for the region where you live and your holiday
[World Time]
destination.
Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name
[Travel Date]
of the travel destination can be set.
[Wi-Fi] Configure the each setting for Wi-Fi functions.
Set the volume for electronic noises and the electronic shutter
[Beep]
noise.
[Speaker Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels.
[Monitor Display]/ Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is
[Viewfinder] adjusted.
Set the monitor brightness to suit the amount of surrounding
[Monitor Luminance]
light.
Suppresses the unit’s power consumption to prevent the
[Economy]
battery from being run down.
Sets the communication method when connecting using the
[USB Mode]
USB connection cable (supplied).
[Output] This sets how the unit connects to a television etc.
Equipment that supports the VIERA Link will connect
[VIERA Link]
automatically.
[3D Playback] Set the output method for 3D pictures.
[Menu Resume] Stores the location of the last-used menu item for each menu.
[Menu Background] Set the background color for the menu screen.
Descriptions of menu items or their settings are displayed on
[Menu Information]
the menu screen.

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[Language] Set the language displayed on the screen.

This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to
[Version Disp.]
be checked.
An exposure value can be reset when the recording mode is
[Exposure Comp. Reset]
changed or the camera is turned off.
Sets whether or not to cancel the self-timer when this unit is
[Self Timer Auto Off]
turned off.
[No.Reset] Returns the image file number to 0001.
[Reset] The recording or setup/custom settings are reset to the default.
Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings.
[Reset Wi-Fi Settings]
(excluding [LUMIX CLUB])
It will perform optimization of imaging device and image
[Pixel Refresh]
processing.
Dust reduction to blow off the debris and dust that have affixed
[Sensor Cleaning]
to the front of the imaging device is performed.
[Format] The card is formatted. (P19)

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[Playback]
This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.

[2D/3D Settings] Switches the playback method for 3D images.

[Slide Show] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order.
Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only
[Playback Mode]
particular images.
The location information (longitude/latitude) acquired by the
[Location Logging] smartphone/tablet can be sent to the camera and written in
images.
You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures
[Clear Retouch]
taken. (P62)
[Title Edit] Input texts (comments) on the recorded pictures.
Stamps the recorded pictures with recording date and time,
[Text Stamp]
names, travel destination, travel date, etc.
[Video Divide] Splits the recorded motion picture in two.
Creates a motion picture from a set of group pictures recorded
[Time Lapse Video]
with the [Time Lapse Shot].
Creates a motion picture from the Stop Motion Animation
[Stop Motion Video]
group.
[Resize] Reduces the image size (number of pixels).
[Cropping] Crops the recorded image.
[Rotate] Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps.
This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were
[Rotate Disp.]
recorded holding the camera vertically.
Marks can be added to images, and images can be set as
[Favorite]
favorites.
[Print Set] Sets the images for printing and the number of prints.
[Protect] Protects images to prevent deletion by mistake.
[Face Rec Edit] Removes or changes information relating to personal identity.
This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first
[Delete Confirmation] when the confirmation screen for deleting a picture is
displayed.

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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Digital Camera Body (DMC-GX7):
Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 8.4 V

Power Consumption: 2.5 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
2.4 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]
1.8 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
1.7 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]

Camera effective 16,000,000 pixels

pixels
Image sensor 4/3q Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 16,840,000 pixels,
Primary color filter
Digital Zoom Max. 4k
Extended Tele When taking still pictures:
Conversion Max. 2k (When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [4:3]
is selected.)
When recording motion pictures:
2.4k/3.6k/4.8k
Focus Auto Focus/Manual Focus,
Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/
1-area-focusing/Pinpoint (Touch focus area selection
possible)
Shutter system Focal-plane shutter

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Burst recording
Burst speed Mechanical shutter:
5 pictures/second (High speed),
4 pictures/second (Middle speed),
2 pictures/second (Low speed)
Electronic shutter:
40 pictures/second (Super high speed),
10 pictures/second (High speed),
4 pictures/second (Middle speed),
2 pictures/second (Low speed)
Number of Max. 9 pictures (when there are RAW files)
recordable pictures Depends on the capacity of the card
(when there are no RAW files)
ISO sensitivity AUTO/ /125¢/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600
(Standard Output (1/3 EV step change possible)
Sensitivity) ¢Only available when [Extended ISO] is set.
Minimum Illumination Approx. 5 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is
1/30th of a second)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is
1/30th of a second)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]
Shutter speed B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 60 seconds to 1/8000th
of a second
Taking still pictures during motion picture recording:
Motion picture priorities: 1/25th of a second to 1/16000th of a
second
Still picture priorities: B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds),
60 seconds to 1/8000th of a second
Metering range EV 0 to EV 18
White Balance Auto White Balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent
lights/Flash/White set1/White set2/White Balance K set
Exposure (AE) Program AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE
(S)/Manual exposure (M)/AUTO
Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV Step, j5 EV to i5 EV)
Metering Mode Multiple/Center weighted/Spot
Monitor 3.0q TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 1,040,000 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Touch screen
Viewfinder Live Viewfinder (16:9) (Approx. 2,760,000 dots equivalent)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
(with diopter adjustment j4 to i3 diopter)

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Flash Built-in pop up flash

GN 7.0 equivalent (ISO200· m)
[GN 5.0 equivalent (ISO100· m)]
Flash range:
Approx. 50 cm (1.6 feet) to 11.7 m (38 feet)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is mounted, [ISO
AUTO] is set]
Flash range:
Approx. 50 cm (1.6 feet) to 5.7 m (19 feet)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is mounted,
WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set]
AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/
Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye
Reduction, Forced OFF
Flash synchronization Equal to or smaller than 1/320th of a second
speed (When external flashes are used: Equal to or smaller than
1/250th of a second)
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Monaural
Recording media SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card¢/SDXC Memory
Card¢ (¢ UHS-I-compatible)
Picture size
Still picture When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3]
4592k3448 pixels, 3232k2424 pixels, 2272k1704 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2]
4592k3064 pixels, 3232k2160 pixels, 2272k1520 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9]
4592k2584 pixels, 3232k1824 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [1:1]
3424k3424 pixels, 2416k2416 pixels, 1712k1712 pixels

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Recording quality
Motion pictures [AVCHD]
1920k1080/60p (28 Mbps)/1920k1080/60i (17 Mbps)/
1920k1080/60i¢ (24 Mbps)/1920k1080/24p (24 Mbps)/
1280k720/60p (17 Mbps)
(¢Sensor output is 30 frames/sec.)
[MP4]
1920k1080/60p (28 Mbps)/1920k1080/30p (20 Mbps)/
1280k720/30p (10 Mbps)/640k480/30p (4 Mbps)

Quality RAW/RAWiFine/RAWiStandard/Fine/Standard/MPOiFine/
MPOiStandard
Recording file format
Still Picture RAW/JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,
based on “Exif 2.3” standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO
Motion pictures AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/MP4
Audio compression AVCHD DolbyR Digital (2 ch)
MP4 AAC (2 ch)
Interface
Digital “USB 2.0” (High Speed)

Analog video/ NTSC

audio Audio line output (monaural)
Terminal
[REMOTE] φ 2.5 mm jack
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin)
[HDMI] MiniHDMI Type C

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Dimensions Approx. 122.6 mm (W)k70.7 mm (H)k54.6 mm (D)

[4.83q (W)k2.78q(H)k2.15q (D)]
(excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (weight) Approx. 402 g/0.89 lb
[with the card and battery]
Approx. 360 g/0.79 lb (camera body)
Approx. 489 g/1.08 lb
[with the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A), card and battery]
Approx. 512 g/1.13 lb
[with the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A), card and
battery]
Operating temperature 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH
Language select [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL] (DMC-GX7CP/DMC-GX7KP/DMC-GX7P)
[ENGLISH]/[DEUTSCH]/[FRANÇAIS]/[ESPAÑOL]/
[PORTUGUÊS]/[ITALIANO]/[繁體中文]/[¢]
(DMC-GX7CPC/DMC-GX7KPC/DMC-GX7PC)

Wireless transmitter
Compliance standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Frequency range used 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch)
(central frequency)
Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WPATM/WPA2TM
Access method Infrastructure mode

NFC
Compliance standard ISO/IEC 18092 NFC-F (Passive Mode)

Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A99B):

Information for your safety

Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A

Output: 8.4 V, 0.43 A

Equipment mobility:
Movable

Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLG10PP):

Information for your safety

Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1025 mAh

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Interchangeable Lens H-H020A H-FS1442A

“LUMIX G 20 mm/F1.7 II “LUMIX G VARIO
ASPH.” 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 II
ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”
Focal length f=20 mm f=14 mm to 42 mm
(35 mm film camera (35 mm film camera
equivalent: 40 mm) equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm)
Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular 7 diaphragm blades/circular
aperture diaphragm aperture diaphragm
Aperture range F1.7 F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum aperture F16 F22
value
Lens construction 7 elements in 5 groups 9 elements in 8 groups
(2 aspherical lenses) (2 aspherical lenses)
In focus distance 0.2 m (0.66 feet) to ¶ (from 0.2 m (0.66 feet) to ¶ (from
the focus distance reference the focus distance reference
line) line) (focal length 14 mm to
20 mm),
0.3 m (0.98 feet) to ¶ (from
the focus distance reference
line) (focal length 21 mm to
42 mm)
Maximum image 0.13k (35 mm film camera 0.17k (35 mm film camera
magnification equivalent: 0.25k) equivalent: 0.34k)
Optical Image Not available Available
Stabilizer
[O.I.S.] switch None None (Setting of the
[Stabilizer] is done in [Rec]
menu.)
Mount “Micro Four Thirds Mount” “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view 57x 75x (Wide) to 29x (Tele)
Filter diameter 46 mm 46 mm
Max. diameter Approx. 63 mm (2.48 inch) Approx. 56 mm (2.21 inch)
Overall length Approx. 25.5 mm (1.00 inch) Approx. 49 mm (1.93 inch)
(from the tip of the lens to the (from the tip of the lens to the
base side of the lens mount) base side of the lens mount)
Mass (weight) Approx. 87 g/0.19 lb Approx. 110 g/0.24 lb

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Digital Camera Accessory System

Description Accessory#
Battery Pack DMW-BLG10
Flash DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL360L, DMW-FL500
AC Adaptor¢1 DMW-AC8
DC Coupler¢1 DMW-DCC11
Shutter Remote Control DMW-RSL1
Eye Cup DMW-EC1
Body Cap DMW-BDC1
Tripod Adaptor¢2 DMW-TA1
USB connection Cable DMW-USBC1
AV Cable DMW-AVC1
Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R
¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
¢2 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.
Product numbers correct as of August 2013. These may be subject to change.
• Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
• NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.
• For lens-related optional accessories such as compatible lenses and filters, refer to catalogs/
Web pages, etc.

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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Digital Camera Model #
2. Items Ordered
Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price

Shipping & Handling $6.95

Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Total
3. Method of payment (check one)
American Express
VISA Credit Card #
MasterCard Expiration Date
Discover Customer Signature
(Please do not send cash)

4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)

Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last Phone#:
Day ( )
Street Address
Night ( )
City State Zip

TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF

THE FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER
OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER
20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032

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Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,
Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length
of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase
(“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished
parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name Parts Labor
Digital Camera 1 Year 1 Year
All included Accessories
90 Days Not Applicable
(Except Non-Rechargeable Batteries)
Only Non-Rechargeable Batteries 10 Days Not Applicable

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts”
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both
parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet).
This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or
Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product
which was not sold “as is”.

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Mail-In Service--Online or Telephone Repair Request

Online Repair Request
To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at
www.panasonic.com/repair.

Telephone Repair Request

You may contact us at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the
Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box.
When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up
to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a
daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required
under the Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL

BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE
INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE.
CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED
WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and
DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse,
abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up
adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line
surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids,
commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the
product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized
Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED

WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF
ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of
or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items
listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty
period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to
your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the
addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY,
ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer
or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service
and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Owner’s Manual online for all Panasonic Products by
visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
npcparts@us.panasonic.com
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic National Parts Center
20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

As of July 2013

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original
purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished
parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic
Canada Inc.
Digital Camera One (1) year, parts and labour
Digital Camera Peripherals One (1) year, parts and labour
Digital Camera Accessories Ninety (90) days, parts and labour
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was
purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized
Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not
sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original
packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A

PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE,
SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED

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LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and
DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from
accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper
maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, modification,
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant,
or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Dry cell batteries, printer ink cartridge and paper are also excluded from coverage under
this warranty.
Rechargeable batteries are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT
WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As
examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized
Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded
content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations
and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649)

Fax # : (905) 238-2360

For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original
Dealer or our Customer Care Centre.

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Panasonic Canada Inc.

LUMIX Concierge for Camera Owners
Welcome :
As the owner of a Panasonic’s LUMIX camera you are entitled to a variety of privileges that
will make owning your new LUMIX camera even more of a pleasure. It’s our way to
provide you with the peace-of-mind you expect from Panasonic.

Panasonic’s LUMIX Concierge program adds value to your photography experience with
priority services like
• Exclusive Toll-Free telephone access to Dedicated LUMIX experts for assistance and advice
1-800-995-8649

Panasonic Canada Inc. has a team of dedicated experts available to answer any
questions you might have regarding your camera.
Should your camera require service we offer priority assistance for repair and return
models.
• 48 HR Priority In-Shop service supported by a highly qualified, authorized central repair facility.
• If you have an Over The Counter exchange model, contact the LUMIX Hot line for
troubleshooting, then simply return the digital camera to your dealer.

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This product incorporates the following software:

(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, and/or
(3) open source software
The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but
WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY
or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof displayed by selecting [MENU/
SET] > [Setup] > [Version Disp.] > [Software info].

• G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera

system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System
standard.
• Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging
Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European Union
and other countries.
• Four Thirds™ and Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation, in
Japan, the United States, the European Union and other
countries.
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive”
logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
• HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
• Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Google Inc.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi
Alliance.
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• “Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered
marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification
marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
• This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a registered
trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.
• Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or
product concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-
commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC
Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal
and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide
AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information
may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

Panasonic Corporation of North America

Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

 Panasonic Corporation 2013

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