Page 1 Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-GF2 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT3H72...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Playing Back Motion Pictures....46 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)........48 Deleting Pictures ........53 Setting the Menu ........55 Before Use • Setting menu items ......56 Setting the Quick Menu ......58 Standard Accessories .......5 About the Setup Menu......60 Names and Functions of Components..6 About the Lens ........12 Recording...
Page 3 Taking Pictures that match the Scene • [PICTURE ADJUST] .......137 being recorded (Scene Mode)....107 • [COLOR SPACE] ......138 • [PORTRAIT] ........107 • [STABILIZER]........138 • [SOFT SKIN] ........108 Using the [MOTION PICTURE] • [SCENERY]........108 Mode Menu ...........139 • [ARCHITECTURE] ......108 • [REC MODE] ........139 •...
Page 4 Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures ......165 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ..169 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures ........176 Connecting to a PC .......179 Printing the Pictures ......182 Others Optional accessories......188 Screen Display ........192 Cautions for Use ........195 Message Display........203 Troubleshooting ........206...
Page 5: Before Use
Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. •...
Page 6: Names And Functions Of Components
Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Sensor Self-timer indicator (P83)/ AF Assist Lamp (P144) Flash (P71) Lens fitting mark (P15) Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button (P16) Flash open button (P71) Speaker (P47) 10 Rear dial (P10) 11 Touch panel/LCD monitor (P9, 38, 67, 192)
Page 7 (DMW-TA1; optional). 28 Card/Battery door (P24) 2829 30 29 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. (P191) 30 Release lever (P24) - 7 -...
Page 8 Before Use ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe. To use the Optional Live Viewfinder (P188) or External Flash (P190), please remove the hot shoe cover. Remove the hot shoe cover by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow 2 while pressing it in the direction indicated by arrow 1 .
Page 9 Before Use Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used when performing tasks such as icons or images displayed on the touch panel.
Page 10 Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button Press 4 Even when the camera is operated using the touch panel, it is possible to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed.
Page 11 Before Use [Q.MENU] button/Function button A : [Q.MENU/Fn] button [Q.MENU/Fn] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or as [Fn] (function button). At the time of purchase, it is initially set to Quick Menu. To switch the setting, select using [Q.MENU/Fn] in [CUSTOM] menu.
Page 12: About The Lens
Before Use About the Lens ∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures.
Page 13 Before Use Interchangeable lenses that can be used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto Aperture Operation (As of December 2010) (±: Usable, ¥: Some functions/features limited, —: Not usable) when recording still while recording pictures motion pictures Lens type Auto Auto Auto Auto...
Page 14 ¢7 The sound of Aperture operation may be recorded. ¢8 AF performance may differ depending on the lens used. Refer to the website for details. Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 14 -...
Page 15: Preparation
Preparation Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P197, P198 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
Page 16 Preparation Detaching a lens from the camera body Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button D while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside.
Page 17: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Preparation Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Page 18: Charging The Battery
The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used.) Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
Page 19 Preparation plug-in type Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. 90° inlet type ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on and charging will start.
Page 20 Preparation ∫ Charging time Charging time Approx. 120 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.
Page 21: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Battery indication The battery indication is displayed on the screen. [It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
Page 22 CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
Page 23 Preparation ∫ Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Playback time Approx. 250 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Playback time Approx. 240 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions.
Page 24: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery OPEN LOCK door.
Page 25: About The Card
• Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (48 GB, 64 GB) • Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD video standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards.
Page 26: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Operating Time
Preparation Note • Write-Protect switch provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, delete and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original position.) •...
Page 27 Preparation ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [9999i] is displayed if there are more than 10000 pictures remaining. • Aspect ratio [X], Quality [A] Picture size 2 GB 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB L (12M) 2350 9150 M (6M) 1020 4220 16470...
Page 28: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) Clock can be set with touch operation only at the time of purchase. To change the clock settings, refer to [CLOCK SET] in the [SETUP] menu (P60). • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on.
Page 29 Preparation Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET]. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed. Note • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Page 30: Basic
Basic Basic Selecting the [REC] Mode Press [MENU/SET]. A [MENU/SET] button Touch [REC MODE]. • A screen listing the [REC] Mode is displayed. • It is also possible to display the screen listing the [REC] Mode by touching the [REC] Mode icon in [REC] Mode.
Page 31 Basic ∫ List of [REC] Modes Programme AE Mode (P34) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P100) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P100) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P102) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are...
Page 32: Taking A Still Picture
Basic Taking a Still picture How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFC) Select [FOCUS MODE] from the [REC] Mode menu. (P56) Press [MENU/SET] to select the item. • Normally use the [AFS]. “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 33 Basic Press the shutter button halfway. A Focus indication B AF area (Focusing action for [AFS]) When the subject is When the subject is not Focus focused focused Focus indication Blinks AF area Green — Sound Beeps 2 times — Note •...
Page 34: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Programme Ae Mode)
Basic (Programme AE Mode) Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings 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 [REC] Mode menu.
Page 35 Basic Tips for taking good pictures A AF assist lamp • Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.
Page 36 Basic Programme Shift In Programme AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Programme 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 Programme AE Mode.
Page 37: Taking Pictures Using The Touch Shutter Function
Basic Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ ] in Recording Mode. × • Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
Page 38: Playing Back Pictures
Basic Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. A [(] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging (P9) screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button.
Page 39: Changing The Information Displayed On The Playback Screen
Basic Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Touch [ ] to switch the monitor screen. • During Playback Zoom (P42), while playing back motion pictures (P46) and during a slide show (P149), you can only select “Normal display A” or “No display E”. •...
Page 40 Basic Displaying multiple screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the rear dial left. 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display B Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures C Slide bar • Rotate the rear dial right to return to the previous screen. You can also switch to the Multi Playback screen by touching [ ] A.
Page 41 Basic Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. • Calendar screen can be also displayed by touching [ Touch [3]/[4] to select the month to be played back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed.
Page 42 Basic Using the Playback Zoom Touch the part to enlarge. 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • Picture can be enlarged also by rotating the rear dial right. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.
Page 43: Recording Motion Picture
Basic [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.
Page 44: Recording Motion Picture
Basic Recording Motion Picture Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the [REC] mode is set to [ (Programme AE Mode). Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available recording time •...
Page 45 ¢ Models launched before December 2008, and some models launched in 2009 (FS, LS series). • To play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with this unit on Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players (DMP-BD30/DMP-BD31/DMP-BD50) it is necessary to update the firmware of the Blu-ray Disc Player.
Page 46: Playing Back Motion Pictures
Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(]. Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ ]) and then touch [ ] to play back.
Page 47 Basic ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. Operate control panel by touching. ¢ C Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind ...
Page 48: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)
Basic ñ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.
Page 49 Basic When recording motion pictures [i-PORTRAIT] > ¦ [i-SCENERY] [i-LOW LIGHT] [i-MACRO] • [ ¦ ] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set. • When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure.
Page 50 Basic AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
Page 51 Basic Defocus control function You can set to your preferred blurriness. Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. × × Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [ •...
Page 52 Basic • The settings of the following items are fixed. Item Settings [ECONOMY] [5MIN.] ([SLEEP MODE]) (P62) [QUICK AF] (P132) [ON] Flash (P71) ]/[Œ] [BURST RATE] (P79) [H] (High speed) [AUTO BRACKET] (P81) SETTINGS]: [ ] (burst) [STEP]: [3•1/3] [SEQUENCE]: [0/`/_] ¢1 AF Mode (P85)
Page 53: Deleting Pictures
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. A [(] button To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. Touch [YES]. - 53 -...
Page 54 Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures Touch [ Touch [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL]. • [DELETE ALL] > step Select the picture to be deleted. (repeat this step) • ] appears on the selected pictures. Touching again cancels the setting.
Page 55: Setting The Menu
Basic Setting the Menu When [MENU/SET] is pressed, [REC MODE] and 5 menus ([REC], [MOTION PICTURE], [CUSTOM], [SETUP], and [PLAYBACK]) are displayed. In the 5 different menus, there are menus that allow you to setup the recording or playback to your preference, or make it more fun and easier to use the camera.
Page 56: Setting Menu Items
Basic Setting menu items This section describes how to setup the menu items. • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P147) in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase.
Page 57 Basic Select the settings by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • The figure on the right is an example of setting [I.DYNAMIC] from [OFF] to [HIGH]. Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set. Press [ ] to close the menu. •...
Page 58: Setting The Quick Menu
Basic Setting the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • It is possible to operate with the cursor button and rear dial. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in.
Page 59 Basic ∫ Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item. Up to 10 items to be used can be setup as Quick Menus. Set the menu items depending on the recording conditions, etc. Touch [ Select the menu in the top row and drag it to the bottom row.
Page 60: About The Setup Menu
Basic Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. Press 2/1 to select the items, and press 3/4 to set.
Page 61 Basic Brightness, colour, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder is adjusted. Select the settings by pressing 3/ 4, and adjust with 2/1 or the rear [MONITOR]/ dial. [VIEWFINDER] • There are 4 settings: [BRIGHTNESS], [CONTRAST•SATURATION], [RED TINT] (colour adjustment between red and green), and [BLUE TINT] (colour adjustment between orange and blue).
Page 62 Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the LCD monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. p [SLEEP MODE]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been q [ECONOMY] used for the time selected on the setting.
Page 63 Basic Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the x [USB MODE] camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge.
Page 64 Basic Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high-definition TV connected with this unit using the HDMI mini cable (optional). [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV. [1080i]: [HDMI MODE] The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for...
Page 65 Basic Setup the output method for 3D pictures. Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television. Set when connecting to a television not compatible [3D PLAYBACK] with 3D. Set this when you would like to view pictures in 2D (conventional image) on a 3D compatible television. •...
Page 66 Basic This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be [VERSION DISP.] checked. • [–. –] is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is not mounted. Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. v [NO.RESET] •...
Page 67: Recording
Recording Recording Switching the display of the LCD Monitor Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Touch [ ] to change. × × × × -3 -3 -3 0 0 0 ＋3 ＋3 ¢1, 2 A Normal display ¢1 B No display ¢1 Guide lines are displayed when the [GUIDE LINE] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to anything except [OFF].
Page 68 Recording ∫ Set the position of the guide line with [ • Set the [GUIDE LINE] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ Touch [ ] above the guide line, and drag it to the position you want to move it to (P9). •...
Page 69: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Tele Conversion (EX)/ Using the Digital Zoom [You can only use the Optical Zoom in [ ], and the Optical Zoom, the Extra Tele Conversion in [¿] mode.] You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc.
Page 70 Recording Note • With the Extra Tele Conversion, for example, when it is set to [ ] (equal to 3 million pixels), it will take the picture using the 3 million pixels in the centre out of the 12.1 million pixels of the imaging device, resulting to be more of a telephoto picture.
Page 71: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A To open the flash B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed.
Page 72 Recording Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make ‡: AUTO it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye AUTO/Red-Eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then ¢...
Page 73 Recording ∫ About the Digital Red-Eye Correction When [RED-EYE REMOVAL] on the [REC] Mode menu has been set to [ON] and Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture.
Page 74 Recording ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. When the interchangeable lens When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used (H-FS014042) is used ISO sensitivity Available flash range Available flash range Wide Tele 1.0 m (3.28 feet) 30 cm (0.99 feet)
Page 75 Recording ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ ¢1 1/60 to 1/4000th 1 to 1/4000th ‰ ¢2 1/60 to 1/160th 60 to 1/4000th Œ ¢1 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode. ¢2 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and 60 seconds in the Manual Exposure Mode.
Page 76: Optical Image Stabilizer
Recording [REC] Mode: Optical Image Stabilizer Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. – The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not supports the stabilizer function.
Page 77 Recording ∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER], a tripod or the self-timer (P83). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod.
Page 78: Compensating The Exposure
Recording [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.
Page 79: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Press 4 ( Touch burst icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the burst speed.
Page 80 Recording Touch [SET]. Focus on the subject and take a picture. A When Burst Mode is set to high speed [H]. • Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the Burst Mode. ∫ Focusing in Burst Mode The focus changes depending on the setting for [FOCUS PRIORITY] (P144) in the [CUSTOM] menu and the setting for [FOCUS MODE]...
Page 81: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 5 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure among different exposures. With Auto Bracket [STEP]: [3•1/3], [SEQUENCE]: [0/s/r] 1st picture...
Page 82 Recording ∫ Changing the settings for [ SETTINGS], [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in Auto Bracket Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [ SETTINGS], [STEP] or [SEQUENCE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Settings Item...
Page 83: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 4 ( Touch self-timer icon ([ ], etc.). Select and touch the time setting for the self timer. Item Settings 10 seconds After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. 2 seconds Touch [SET].
Page 84 Recording Note • Time setting for the self timer can also be set by [SELF-TIMER] in the [REC] menu. • Setting of the time setting for the self timer the [REC] menu is not possible when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. •...
Page 85: Setting The Method Used To Focus (Af Mode)
Recording [REC] Mode: Setting the Method used to Focus (AF Mode) This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch panel.
Page 86 Recording About [š] (Face Detection) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) When the camera detects a person’s face, the AF area is displayed. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused.
Page 87 Recording Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
Page 88 Recording About [ ] (23-area-focusing) Up to 23 points for each AF area can be focused. This is effective when the subject is not in the centre of the screen. (AF area frame will be same as image aspect ratio setting) Note •...
Page 89 Recording Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area ∫ When operating the touch panel When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. Touch the subject. • AF area setting screen is displayed. •...
Page 90 Recording ∫ When operating buttons Press 2 / 1 to select [ š ], [ ], or [ Ø ], and press • AF area setting screen is displayed. Press 3 / 4 / 2 / 1 to move the AF area. •...
Page 91: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus 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. Set the [FOCUS MODE] in [REC] mode menu to [MF]. (P56) Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject.
Page 92 Recording Technique for Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it a little more. 3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in reverse. Note • If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again. •...
Page 93: Adjusting The White Balance
Recording [REC] Mode: Adjusting the White Balance In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Page 94 Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly.
Page 95 Recording ∫ Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Select [ ], [ ] and then touch [WHITE SET]. • The White Balance setting screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button toward 3.
Page 96 Recording ∫ Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. Select the White Balance and then touch [ADJUST.]. • The White Balance adjust screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button toward 4.
Page 97 Recording ∫ White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colours are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. Finely adjust the White Balance in step of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance”...
Page 98: Setting The Light Sensitivity
Recording [REC] Mode: Setting the Light Sensitivity 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. Press 3 ( Touch the ISO sensitivity to select.
Page 99 Recording ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimise the jitter of the subject. • The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 100: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed
Recording ±´ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE 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. Set [REC] Mode to [ •...
Page 101 Recording Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording when recording a motion picture. • Aperture or shutter speed can be set by touching [F] (aperture) or [SS] (shutter speed) and then touching the exposure meter bar in the Quick Menu (P58). •...
Page 102: Taking Picture By Setting The Exposure Manually
Recording ² [REC] Mode: Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually 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. Set [REC] Mode to [ •...
Page 103 Recording Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording when recording a motion picture. • Aperture or shutter speed can be set by touching [F] (aperture) or [SS] (shutter speed) and then touching the exposure meter bar in the Quick Menu (P58). •...
Page 104: Using The Function Button
Recording Using the function button By assigning functions to the [Fn] (function) button, you can use [AF/ AE LOCK] that allows you to take pictures with fixed exposure or focus, [PREVIEW] that allows you to confirm the effect of aperture and shutter speed, and other functions.
Page 105: Fixing The Focus And The Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)
Recording (AF/AE Lock) Fixing the Focus and the Exposure 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. Set [Fn BUTTON SET] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [AF/AE LOCK].
Page 106: Confirm The Effects Of Aperture And Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)
Recording (Preview Mode) Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set.
Page 107: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)
Recording ¿ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Mode) When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set [REC] Mode to [ •...
Page 108: [Soft Skin]
Recording [SOFT SKIN] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [PORTRAIT]. (It is effective when taking pictures of people from the chest up.) ∫ Technique for Soft Skin Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom ring as far as possible to Tele.
Page 109: [Peripheral Defocus]
Recording [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS] This mode makes it easy to pick out the subject on which to focus and blurs the background to make the subject stand out. ∫ Setting the AF area Touch the subject to move the AF area. •...
Page 110: [Food]
Recording [FOOD] You can take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. ∫ Technique for Food Mode • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. • We recommend setting the flash to [Œ] when you take pictures at close range. Note •...
Page 111: [Night Scenery]
Recording [NIGHT SCENERY] This allows you to take vivid pictures of the nightscape. ∫ Technique for Night Scenery Mode • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. Note • During motion picture recording, low light settings [ ] are used, which will provide better pictures in dimly lit rooms or at nightfall.
Page 112: [Baby1]/[Baby2]
Recording [BABY1]/[BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P153).
Page 113: [Pet]
Recording [PET] Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P112. Note •...
Page 114: Taking Pictures While Adjusting Colour (My Colour Mode)
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures while Adjusting Colour (My Colour Mode) You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the subject on the LCD monitor or Optional Live Viewfinder (P188) and setting the desired effect. (Live View) Set [REC] Mode to [ •...
Page 115 Recording ∫ Readjust the My Colour settings by pressing rear dial. Return to above step Note • During Motion Picture Recording, settings for My Colour Mode are used. • My Colour settings are memorised even if the camera is turned off. •...
Page 116 Recording ∫ Adjusting the custom settings to achieve desired effects By selecting [CUSTOM], you can take pictures with colour, brightness and saturation adjusted to desired levels. Touch [ CUST CUST Touch [SET]. Touch the item. Item Adjustment contents This will adjust the colour of the image from red light to blue light. [COLOR] (11 steps in n5) [BRIGHTNESS]...
Page 117: Taking Pictures In Custom Mode
Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures in Custom Mode You can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the picture-taking conditions. Initial setting of the Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Set [REC] Mode to [ •...
Page 118 Recording ∫ Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set in advance the [REC] Mode you wish to save and select the desired menu settings on the camera.
Page 119: Taking A Picture With Face Recognition Function
Recording [REC] Mode: Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritises focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. [FACE RECOG.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.
Page 120 Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images (Good example for •...
Page 121 Recording ∫ Registering face image of new person Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 122 Recording Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings It is possible to register names. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. [NAME] Enter the name.
Page 123 Recording ∫ Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 124 Recording ∫ Auto Registration When [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a picture of a face that has a high number of appearances. • Registration screen is displayed after approximately 3 pictures. •...
Page 125: Useful Functions At Travel Destinations
Recording [REC] Mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Page 126 Recording ∫ Cancelling the travel date The travel date is automatically cancelled if the current date is after the return date. If you want to cancel the travel date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen shown in step and then press [ ] twice.
Page 127 Recording Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P56. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P60) Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 128: Entering Text
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. –...
Page 129: Using The [Rec] Mode Menu
Recording Using the [REC] Mode Menu For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P56. • [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] Mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu.
Page 130: [Picture Size]
Recording [PICTURE SIZE] 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. Applicable modes: ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. (12M) 4000k3000 pixels (6M)
Page 131: [Quality]
Recording [QUALITY] Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Applicable modes: [A]: Fine (when giving priority to the picture quality) [›]: Standard (when using the standard picture quality and increasing the number of pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels) ]: RAWiFine (In addition to the [RAW] settings, a fine-equivalent JPEG image is ¢1 simultaneously created.)
Page 132: [Focus Mode]
Recording [FOCUS MODE] Applicable modes: [AFS]/[AFC]/[MF] • Refer to for details. [QUICK AF] As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity.
Page 133: [Metering Mode]
Recording [METERING MODE] Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Applicable modes: [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically. Usually, we recommend using this method.
Page 134: [Flash]
Recording [FLASH] [ ‡ ]/[ ]/[ ‰ ]/[ Note • Refer to for details. [RED-EYE REMOVAL] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to for details. [I.RESOLUTION] Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH]/[EXTENDED] Note •...
Page 135: (Intelligent Dynamic Range Control)
Recording [I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] Note • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions.
Page 136: [Long Shtr Nr]
Recording [LONG SHTR NR] The camera automatically removes noise that appears when the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures of night scenery etc. so you can take beautiful pictures. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • If you set [ON], the countdown screen is displayed when the shutter button is pressed. Do not move the camera at this time.
Page 137: [Self-Timer]
Recording [SELF-TIMER] Note • Refer to for details. [PICTURE ADJUST] Adjusting the picture quality for the recorded pictures. Applicable modes: Press 2/1 to select [COLOR] or [B/W]. to select the items, and then press Press 3/4 2/1 to adjust. Item Effect Increases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture.
Page 138: [Color Space]
Recording [COLOR SPACE] Set this when you want to correct the colour reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc. Applicable modes: [sRGB]: Colour space is set to sRGB colour space. This is widely used in computer related equipment. [AdobeRGB]: Colour space is set to AdobeRGB colour space.
Page 139: Using The [Motion Picture] Mode Menu
Recording Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P56. • [FOCUS MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] Mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu.
Page 140: [Rec Quality]
Recording [REC QUALITY] This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Applicable modes: When [AVCHD(1080i)] is selected ¢1 Item Quality (bit rate) Aspect ratio 1920k1080 pixels [FSH] ¢2 Approx. 17 Mbps (Sensor output is 16:9 1920k1080 pixels 25 fps) [FH] ¢2 Approx.
Page 141: [Continuous Af]
Recording [CONTINUOUS AF] [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to for details. [WIND CUT] This reduces the wind noise in the audio recording. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] Note • Sound quality will be different than usual when [WIND CUT] is set. [MIC LEVEL DISP.] Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the screen.
Page 142: Using The [Custom] Menu
Recording Perform these settings if you need to. Using the [CUSTOM] Menu For details on how to select the [CUSTOM] menu settings, refer to P56. [CUST. SET MEM.] • Refer to P118 for details. [Q.MENU/Fn] — • Refer to for details. [Fn BUTTON SET] —...
Page 143 Recording Select whether or not to display the exposure meter when the [REC] Mode is set to ³/±/´/² etc. [EXPO.METER] [OFF]/[ON] • Set to [ON] to display the [EXPO.METER] when correcting exposure, performing programme shift, setting aperture, and setting shutter speed.
Page 144 Recording It will set so no picture can be taken when it is out of focus. [OFF]: This gives priority to the best time to take a picture so you can take a picture when the shutter button is [FOCUS PRIORITY] pressed fully.
Page 145 Recording [OFF]/[ON] [MF ASSIST] • Refer to for details. [OFF]/[ON] [MF GUIDE] • Refer to for details. It is possible to set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto Mode will operate. [SINGLE PRESS] [¦ BUTTON SWITCH] It will switch to Intelligent Auto Mode by pressing [¦]. [PRESS AND HOLD] It will switch to Intelligent Auto Mode by pressing [¦] for a while.
Page 146 Recording Enables/disables the [ ] (Touch Quick Menu icon). [OFF]: ] is not displayed on the screen, and Quick Menu cannot be displayed by the touch operation. [TOUCH Q.MENU] [ON]: ] is displayed on the screen, and Quick Menu can be displayed by touch operation.
Page 147 Recording elect whether or not to display the operation switch guide when the [REC] Mode is set to etc. ³/±/´/² [DIAL GUIDE] [OFF]/[ON] • It will display dial operation guide to the screen that is possible to perform Exposure Compensation, Programme Shift, aperture setting, or shutter speed setting when set to [ON].
Page 148: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Touch [ ] during Motion Picture playback by touch operation. • Motion picture is paused. Touch [ Touch [YES]. Touch [ ] to finish.
Page 149: Using The [Playback] Mode Menu
Playback/Editing Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [CROPPING] or [ASPECT CONV.], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.
Page 150 Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. • The menu screen is restored when [ ] is pressed. • When it is setup not to display the display information of the playback screen, the cursor can be displayed by pressing [MENU/SET] during playback of the slide show.
Page 151: [Playback Mode]
Playback/Editing [PLAYBACK MODE] Playback in [NORMAL PLAY], [PICTURE PLAY], [AVCHD PLAY], [MOTION JPEG PLAY], [3D PLAY], [CATEGORY PLAY] or [FAVORITE PLAY] can be selected. Select [PLAYBACK MODE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 152: [Title Edit]
Playback/Editing [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P153). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 153: [Text Stamp]
Playback/Editing [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a picture size larger than [S] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu.
Page 154 Playback/Editing Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [OFF] [W/OTIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [SHOOTING DATE] [WITHTIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] Name registered in Face Recognition will be stamped.
Page 155: [Video Divide]
Playback/Editing [VIDEO DIVIDE] Recorded motion picture can be d in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. divide It cannot be restored once divided. Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 156: [Resize] Reducing The Picture Size (Number Of Pixels)
Playback/Editing [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size.
Page 157: [Cropping]
Playback/Editing [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Rear dial (right): Enlargement Rear dial (left): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move...
Page 158: [Aspect Conv.]
Playback/Editing [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y], a [X] or a [ ] aspect ratio. Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [Y], [X] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 159: [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]
Playback/Editing [ROTATE]/[ROTATE DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. Rotate (The picture is rotated manually) Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) •...
Page 160: [Favorite]
Playback/Editing [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favourites. • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favourites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) •...
Page 161: [Print Set]
Playback/Editing [PRINT SET] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store.
Page 162 Playback/Editing ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing 1. • When you go to a photo printing store for digital printing, be sure to order the printing of the date additionally if required.
Page 163: [Protect]
Playback/Editing [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • “ ” When [CANCEL] is selected, see Cancelling all the [PROTECT] settings [SINGLE] [MULTI]...
Page 164: [Face Rec Edit]
Playback/Editing [FACE REC EDIT] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P56) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 165: Connecting To Other Equipment
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures Taking 3D pictures Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D picture The image is an illustration.
Page 166 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional), the following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation ¢1 •...
Page 167 For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are capable of playing back 3D pictures recorded using the unit, see the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [HDMI MODE] to [AUTO] or [1080i]. (P64)
Page 168 Note that the equipment described may not be available in certain countries and regions. Copying of the still pictures recorded in 3D Check the latest information about the equipment that can copy on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) ∫ Copying to a PC • “ ”...
Page 169: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P63) Turn this unit and the TV off. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert.
Page 170 Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. In all other cases, connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable (supplied) and play back the motion picture.
Page 171 Connecting to other equipment Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket You can enjoy high quality pictures and motion pictures on the TV by connecting the camera with the HDMI compatible high-definition TV using HDMI mini cable (optional). Preparations: Check the [HDMI MODE]. (P64) Turn this unit and the TV off.
Page 172 Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) •...
Page 173 What is the VIERA Link? • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) •...
Page 174 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the TV. This is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. Select the image. 3/4/2/1: Multi Playback [OK]: Go to one screen display. Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [OPTION]: Display the Playback Mode selection screen.
Page 175 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
Page 176: Saving The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures
File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [AVCHD] It is possible to copy onto Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, or hard disk by inserting an SD card with still pictures and motion pictures recorded by this unit into a Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Recorder or DVD Recorder.
Page 177 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copy the playback image using an AV cable File formats that can be used: [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disk, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a Blu-ray Disk Recorder, DVD recorder, or video. This can be played back with equipment that is not compatible with high-definition (AVCHD), so it is convenient for distributing copies.
Page 178 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition” File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW], [MPO], [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD], using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition”...
Page 179: Connecting To A Pc
(Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognised, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition”...
Page 180 Connecting to other equipment Connect the camera to a PC via the USB connection cable A (supplied). • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. USB MODE Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press PLEASE SELECT...
Page 181 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the card using the PC (folder composition) Folders and images processed in the PC cannot be played back on the camera. It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) when you write the image from PC to a card.
Page 182: Printing The Pictures
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer.
Page 183 Connecting to other equipment Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional). •...
Page 184 Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press 3. Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/SET]. PictBridge • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print the MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL pictures.
Page 185 Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [PAPER SIZE] or [PAGE LAYOUT] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
Page 186 Connecting to other equipment ∫ [PAPER SIZE] Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritised. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
Page 187 Connecting to other equipment ∫ [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritised. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â...
Page 188: Optional Accessories
Others Others Optional accessories Optional Live Viewfinder When using the Optional Live Viewfinder (DMW-LVF1; optional), you can view the recording screen even when taking pictures with a low camera angle. Preparations: • Turn off the camera. • Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera. (P8) Insert the Optional Live Viewfinder fully and securely into the hot shoe.
Page 189 Others ∫ Monitor priority When [PLAY ON LCD] is set to [ON] on the [CUSTOM] menu (P145), the LCD monitor is turned on when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode. You can save the time it would take to switch the display to the LCD monitor even when using the Live Viewfinder to record.
Page 190 Others External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500; optional), the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’s built in flash. Preparations: • Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash. • Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera. (P8) ∫...
Page 191 PC or printer and use without worrying about the capacity of the battery. To use the AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. •...
Page 192: Screen Display
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in Programme AE Mode [ ] (Initial setting) Recording Mode (P30) 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flash Mode (P71) REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (P139)/Recording quality (P140) Picture size (P130) Quality (P131) ¢1 Optical Image Stabilizer...
Page 193 Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 23 Custom settings (P118) 24 WIND CUT (P141) 25 Extra Tele Conversion (when recording 24 25 motion pictures) (P69) 26 Extra Tele Conversion (when taking still pictures) (P69) 27 Histogram (P68) × × 28 Intelligent Dynamic Range Control (P135) 29 Intelligent Resolution (P134)
Page 194 Others ∫ In playback Playback Mode (P38) : Motion picture playback (P46) Picture quality adjustment (P137) 6 7 8 9 10 Protected picture (P163) Number of prints (P161) Picture size (P130) REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (P139)/Recording quality (P140) Quality (P131) Intelligent Dynamic Range Control...
Page 195: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
Page 196 Others Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure. The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged. •...
Page 197 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth.
Page 198 Others About the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder • Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colours may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder will be slightly darker than usual at first.
Page 199 Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Page 200 Others About 3D ∫ About 3D recording With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance. • The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and therefore cause tiredness or discomfort. • When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012;...
Page 201 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
Page 202 About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods •...
Page 203: Message Display
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting. (P163) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED] •...
Page 204 Others [MEMORY CARD PARAMETER ERROR]/[THIS MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE USED] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P25) • SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) • SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) • SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) [INSERT SD CARD AGAIN]/[TRY ANOTHER CARD] •...
Page 205 [THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED] • The battery cannot be recognised by the camera. > Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Centre. •...
Page 206: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P206–217). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P66) on the [SETUP] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
Page 207 Others Recording Taking pictures is not possible. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • Is the subject focused? > [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set to [ON] at the time of purchase, and so you cannot take pictures until the subject is in focus.
Page 208 Others Taking pictures using White Balance Bracket is not possible. • Is there any memory remaining on the card? The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped.
Page 209 Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • If recording under fluorescent light, the brightness or the hue may change slightly when the shutter speed becomes fast. This occurs due to the characteristics of fluorescent light. It is not a malfunction.
Page 210 Others Motion pictures Motion picture recording stops in the middle. • Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG].
Page 211 • The Optical Image Stabilizer function of the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are used, [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu (P76) cannot be set to [OFF]. It is recommended to update the firmware of the digital camera at the following website.
Page 212 Others LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder The LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on. • The LCD monitor turns off when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P62) is selected for the [ECONOMY] Mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (optional).] The LCD monitor/Optional Live Viewfinder is too bright or dark.
Page 213 Others Playback The picture being played back is not rotated, or is rotated in an unexpected direction, when displayed. • You can display the pictures without being rotated when [ROTATE DISP.] (P159) is set to [OFF]. • You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P159) •...
Page 214 (optional), and then play back the motion pictures on the camera. (P169, 171) > Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo. The picture is not displayed fully on the TV.
Page 215 The card is not recognised by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) > Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html > A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not format.
Page 216 Others Others The camera makes a noise when turned [ON]. • This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function working (P197); it is not a malfunction. There is a sound from lens unit. • It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when the power is turned [ON] or [OFF], and it is not a malfunction.
Page 217 Others The file numbers are not recorded consecutively. • When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P181) The file numbers are recorded in ascending order. •...
Page 218 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. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or •...

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