Panasonic DC-FZ1000M2 - User Manual

5 Contents ■ Finding the information you need ..... 2 ■ How to use this manual ...................... 3 ■ Before use ......................................... 13 ■ Standard Accessories ...................... 15 Before Use ■ Names and Functions of Main Parts ..................................... 16 P...

6 Contents Recording mode ■ Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) ..................... 59 [Intelligent Auto] menu ...............................61 Taking pictures with different color tones, degrees of blurriness, and brightness .......63 ■ Taking pictures after automatic...

7 Contents 4K Photo and Drive Settings ■ Selecting a Drive Mode ................... 115 ■ Burst function ................................. 116 ■ Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save .............................................. 118 Recording with the 4K Photo function...

8 Contents Playing Back and Editing Pictures ■ Viewing your pictures ..................... 167 ■ Viewing motion pictures ................ 168 Capturing still pictures from motion pictures ....................................................169 ■ Switching the Playback Method .... 170 Zooming in and ...

9 Contents Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ■ What you can do with the Wi-Fi ® /Bluetooth ® function ............. 237 ■ Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ............... 238 ■ Connecting the camera to a smartphone ..................................... 241 Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” .............

10 Contents Connecting with other devices ■ Enjoying 4K motion pictures ......... 283 Viewing 4K motion pictures .....................283 Storing 4K motion pictures.......................283 ■ Viewing on TV screen ..................... 284 Recording while monitoring camera images ......................

11 Contents by Function Recording [Zoom Compose Assist] ................................ 38 Recording mode ........................................... 40 [Preview] ....................................................... 69 Panorama Shot Mode ................................... 71 Macro recording ......

12 Contents by Function Playback Picture playback ......................................... 167 Motion picture playback .............................. 168 Playback Zoom ........................................... 170 Multi Playback ............................................ 171 Delete ...............

13 Before Use Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording. •...

14 Before Use Before use ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technic...

15 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 Owner’s Manual”. ● Battery Pack is in...

16 Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Zoom lever (→37, 145, 200) 2 Shutter button (→39) 3 Front dial (→41) 4 Motion picture button (→40, 158) 5 [Fn4] button (→54) / [ ] (Exposure Compensation) button (→108) 6 Charging lamp (→23) / WIRELESS connection lamp (→211, 238) 7 Rear dial (→41) 8 ...

17 Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts 30 [AF/AE LOCK] button (→107) 31 Focus mode lever (→89, 90, 104) 32 [Fn6] button (→54) / [Q.MENU] button (→52) 33 Speaker (→35, 211) 34 [ ] (Playback) button (→167) 35 [DISP.] button (→44) 36 [MENU/SET] button (→44, 50) 37 Cursor button (→44) [ ] (ISO ...

18 Preparations Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens Cap Cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it when you are not taking pictures. We recommend attaching the lens cap to the camera using the lens cap string to prevent loss of the lens cap. •Do not hang or swing around the ...

19 Preparations Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. 1 Pass the shoulder strap through the hole at the shoulder strap eyelet Shoulder strap eyelet 2 Pass the end of the shoulder...

20 Preparations Charging battery Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. • Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) • Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Charge Turn off Yes Turn on No Ab...

21 Preparations Charging battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. 1 Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Release lever [OPEN] [LOCK] 2 Insert the battery all the way • Insert the battery all the way firmly and check that...

22 Preparations Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Insert the battery into the camera. Make sure that the camera is turned off. The battery can be char...

23 Preparations Charging battery ● If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped. ● If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to the camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave the camera and noteboo...

24 Preparations Charging battery Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 180 min. • The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on condit...

25 Preparations Charging battery Estimated number of recordable pictures and operating time Numbers of recordable still pictures are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ■ Recording still pictures (W...

26 Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) •Make sure that the camera is turned off. 1 Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Release lever 2 Insert the card all the way Do not touch the terminal •Check the orientation of a card. •Insert the car...

27 Preparations About the Card The following SD standard-based cards can be used. Type of Card Capacity Notes SD Memory Cards 512 MB – 2 GB • This unit is compatible with UHS- Ι UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards. • Operation of the cards listed on the left has been confirmed with Pan...

28 Preparations About the Card 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. → [Setup] → [Format] ● This requires a sufficiently charged battery, or an A...

29 Preparations About the Card Recording time capacity (motion pictures) •The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB [FHD/28M...

30 Preparations Attaching the Lens Hood When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture ...

32 Preparations Opening the Monitor 1 Place your finger in the cleft on the right side of the monitor and open the monitor toward the left side (maximum 180°) 2 It can be rotated 180° to the direction of the lens 3 Return the monitor to its original position • Only rotate the monitor after opening i...

33 Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Set the Camera [ON/OFF] switch to [ON] •If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4 . 2 Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed 3 Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] •The...

34 Preparations Setting the clock 7 When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] 8 When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] 9 Press to set your home area and press [MENU/SET] City or area nameCurrent timeDifference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ■...

35 Basics Holding the camera Hold the camera gently with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart. • Do not block the flash, AF Assist Lamp, microphone, or speaker with your fingers or other objects. •Make sure that the camera does not move at the ...

36 Basics Basic Operation [LVF] button (Recording pictures using the viewfinder) 1 Press [LVF] button Eye Sensor[LVF] button You can switch between monitor display and Viewfinder display. Automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor * Viewfinder display * Monitor display * When [Eye Sensor AF]...

37 Basics Basic Operation Zoom Lever (Use Zoom) You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using the zoom or control ring. •You can also use the zoom function from the touch panel. (→148) •For details about zoom types and use, refer to (→145) . Zoom lever Control ring * 1 Move the zoom lever 1...

38 Basics Basic Operation [Zoom Compose Assist] button (Using the Zoom Compose Assist function) If you lose the subject while zoomed in, you can make it easier to find the subject again by temporarily decreasing the zoom magnification. If you lose the subject while zoomed in: 1 Press and hold [ ] ([...

39 Basics Basic Operation Shutter button (Taking pictures) 1 Press the shutter button halfway (press lightly) to focus on the subject Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) Shutter speedAperture value • The aperture value and shutter speed are display...

40 Basics Basic Operation Motion picture button (Recording motion pictures) 1 Press the motion picture button to start recording • Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it. 2 Press the motion picture button again to end recording Mode dial (Select the recording mode) 1 Set to ...

41 Basics Basic Operation Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. Front DialRear Dial Allows you to set the aperture, shutter speed, and other settings when in [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] modes. Mode dial Front dial Rear Dial Program...

42 Basics Basic Operation ■ Setting the operation methods of the front dial and rear dial → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Dial Set.] [Assign Dial (F/SS)] Assigns the operations of the dials in Manual Exposure Mode. [ F SS]: Assigns the aperture value to the front dial, and the shutter speed to the rear ...

43 Basics Basic Operation Control ring You can use the control ring to change the settings for recording. Mode dial Control ring * 1 Step Zoom Picture effects change Step Zoom Picture effects change * 1 When Manual Focus is set, the control ring is assigned to focus adjustment. ■ Changing the settin...

44 Basics Basic Operation Cursor button / [MENU/SET] button (Selecting/setting items) Pressing the cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. [DISP.] button (Switching the display information) ...

46 Basics Basic Operation ■ Using the level gauge The yellow line indicates the current angle. Correct the angle of the camera so that it matches the white line. Tilting up or down • In this case, it is facing upward. Tilting left or right • In this case, the right side has dropped. •When the camera...

47 Basics Basic Operation Touch screen (Touch operations) Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Drag To touch and slide your finger across the touch screen. Pinch (spread/pinch) On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out....

48 Basics Basic Operation Taking pictures using the touch function Focusing on the subject at the touched position (Touch AF, Touch Shutter) Recording mode: 1 Touch [ ] 2 Touch an icon • The icon switches every time you touch it. [ ] (Touch AF) Focuses on the position you touch. * [ ] (Touch shutter...

49 Basics Basic Operation Matching the brightness to the touched position ([Touch AE]) Recording mode: When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. 1 Touch [ ] 2 Touch [ ] • The setting screen for the brightness optimization position...

50 Basics Setting the menu Menu settings can be made either by button or touch operation. 1 Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu 2 Switch the menu type Press Press to select a tab such as [ ] • You can also select the tab by rotating the front dial. Press [MENU/SET] With touch screen operations Tou...

51 Basics Setting the menu 3 Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET] •The menu item can also be selected by rotating the rear dial. •You can switch to the next page by rotating the zoom lever. With touch screen operations Touch the menu item • You can switch pages by touching on the right...

52 Basics Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) You can easily call some of the menu items and set them during recording. 1 Press [Q.MENU] button 2 Rotate the front dial to select the menu item 60 p 60 p 3 Rotate the rear dial to select the setting 60 p 60 p 4 Press [Q.MENU] button to...

53 Basics Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) Change the Quick Menu to your preferred item Up to 15 items can be set to the Quick Menu. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Q.MENU] → [CUSTOM] 1 After pressing the [Q.MENU] button, press to select [ ], and press [MENU/SET] 2 Press to select th...

54 Basics You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn8]) or icons displayed on the screen ([Fn9] - [Fn13]). 1 Set the menu → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Fn Button Set] Settings: [Setting in REC mode] / [Setting in PLAY mode] 2 Press to select the function button you wan...

55 Basics Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) Using the function buttons during recording Press the function button to use the assigned function. ■ Using function buttons with touch operations Touch [ ]Touch [Fn9], [Fn10], [Fn11], [Fn12] or [Fn13] ■ Functions that c...

57 Basics Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) Using the function buttons during playback You can directly set an assigned function to a selected image by pressing the function button during playback. Example: When [Fn6] is set to [Rating ★ 3] 1 Press to select the p...

58 Basics Entering Text Follow the steps below when the text entry screen is displayed. 1 Use to select characters 2 Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed •[ ]: Enter a blank. ■ To change the character type •Press [DISP.] button •Use to select [ ] and press [MENU/SE...

59 Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording mode: This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] •At the time of purchase, the mode ...

60 Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Auto Focus, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition [AF Mode] is automatically set to [ ]. If you touch the subject, the camera switches to [ ] and the AF tracking function starts operating. •You can also switch to [ ...

61 Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) •When the camera identifies [ ] as the optimal scene and if the camera determines that jitter is reduced by the use of a tripod or by other means, a shutter speed that is slower than usual is selected. After pressing t...

63 Recording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Taking pictures with different color tones, degrees of blurriness, and brightness Recording mode: ■ Setting coloring Press [ ] button ( ) to display the setting screenRotate the rear dial to adjust color • Press [MENU/...

64 Recording mode Taking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter speed (Program AE Mode) Recording mode: Take pictures using automatic aperture values and shutter speed settings in accordance with the brightness of a subject. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] 2 Press the shutter but...

65 Recording mode Recording mode: ● The effect of the aperture value and shutter speed you have set is not applied to the recording screen. To check the effect on the recording screen, use Preview Mode. (→69) ● The brightness of the screen may vary from the actual pictures recorded. Check the bright...

66 Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Taking pictures by setting the shutter speed (Shutter-Priority AE Mode) When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically optimizes the aperture value for the brightness of the subject. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] 2 ...

67 Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed (Manual Exposure Mode) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] 2 Rotate the rear dial ...

69 Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed (Preview Mode) Recording mode: • Checking the effect of the selected aperture value: This enables you to check the depth of field (focus range) by physically...

70 Recording mode Taking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed ● You can take a picture even when Preview Mode is activated. ● The range in which you can check the effect of a selected shutter speed is between 8 seconds and 1/16000 seconds. ● This mode cannot be used with [ ] ([4K...

71 Recording mode Recording mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus 3 Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion to the recording direction to start ...

72 Recording mode Recording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) ■ Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama pictures → [Panorama Shot] → [Direction] / [Picture Size] [Direction] Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size] Sets the angle of view (image size). [ST...

73 Recording mode Recording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) ■ About panorama picture playback Pressing will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. •The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. Start panorama playback / Pause * St...

74 Recording 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 mode dial to [ ] 2 Press to select the...

77 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: You can select the effects to be applied from sample pictures and preview these effects on the screen. 1 Set mode dial to [ ] 1/8 2 Press to select the picture effect (filters) and press [MENU/SE...

78 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Adjusting the picture effects according to your preferences 1 Press [ ] button ( ) to display the setting screen 2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust the setting conditions of the picture effects • Press [MENU/SET] ...

79 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set [Expressive] Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring [Retro] Coloring Yellowish coloring Reddish coloring [Old Days] Contrast Low contrast High contrast [High Key] Coloring...

80 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set [Soft Focus] Degree of defocusing Slight defocusing Strong defocusing [Fantasy] Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring [Star Filter] Length of the rays of light Rays of li...

81 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) ● No audio is recorded for motion pictures. ● When a motion picture is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/10th of the actual recorded time period. (If you record a motion picture for 10 min...

82 Recording mode Taking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Taking pictures with different degrees of blurriness and brightness ■ Defocusing the background (Defocus control function) Press [Fn7] button to display the setting screen 8.0 5.6 2.8 4.0 250 125 60 30 15 Rotate...

83 Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/ shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) Recording mode: The operation for changing the aperture value, shutter speed or ISO sensitivity is the same as the operation for setting the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] (exc...

84 Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) ● The ISO sensitivity can be set within the following range. • [AUTO], [125] to [6400] ([L.80] to [6400] when [Extended ISO] is set to [ON]) ■ Setting the upper limit value of ISO ...

85 Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) Pan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position ([4K Live Cropping]) By cropping your motion picture down from the 4K angle of view to Full High Definition, you can...

86 Recording mode Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture/shutter speed/ISO sensitivity (Creative Video Mode) 4 Repeat step 3 , and then set the crop end frame Crop end frame • The setting of [AF Mode] switches to [ ] (Face Detection). (The Eye Detection cannot be used.) End End Size Size ...

87 Recording mode Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording mode: Registering your own settings ([Cust.Set Mem.]) Up to 3 sets of current camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. ([ ], [ ], [ ]) •Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the cu...

88 Recording mode Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording using registered custom set 1 Set mode dial to [ ] • The custom set you used last time will be called up. ■ To change a custom set Set mode dial to [ ] Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu Press to select the cust...

89 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Recording mode: 1 Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or [AFC] •The Focus Mode will be set. (→90) 2 Press [ ] button ( ) 3 Press to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET] •Switching [AF Mode] (→92) 4 Press th...

90 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ● When the lighting is low making it difficult to focus with Auto Focus, set [Monitor Display Speed] or [LVF Display Speed] to [60fps]. ● Starlight AF will not function when using the monitor with [Monitor Displa...

91 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus When recording using [AFF], [AFC] ● When the subject is moving, the focusing is performed by predicting the subject position at the time of recording. (Movement prediction) ● Focusing may take time if the zoom is...

92 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Switching [AF Mode] Recording mode: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Press to select Auto Focus mode and press [MENU/SET...

93 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Taking front-on pictures of people (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects. The camera adjusts the focus on the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure using...

94 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (tracking) With cursor button operations Align the AF Tracking area with the subject and press the shutter button halfway AF Tracking area When the subject is r...

95 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Subject not centered in picture (49-area-focusing) Focuses on the subject in the wide range area (up to 49-area- focusing) on the recording screen. Setting the shape of an AF area , etc. (Custom Multi) You can se...

96 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus 5 Select the AF area Selected AF area When selecting [ ] / [ ] / [ ] Change the shape of an AF area Operation Touch operation Description Touch Moves position Pinch out / Pinch in Changes the size (3 stages) [DIS...

97 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ■ Registering the set AF area in [ ], [ ] and [ ] (Custom) Press on the screen of step 3 Use to select the registration target icon and press [MENU/SET] ● During 4K Photo recording or while recording motion pictu...

98 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Changing the position and size of the AF area Recording mode: When [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] in Auto Focus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. With [ ], you can set the lock-on posi...

99 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ■ When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position by selecting an AF area group. The AF area, which is configured with 49 points, is divided into groups consisting of 9 points each (6 points or 4 points for the...

101 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Setting the AF area position with the touch pad Recording mode: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch Pad AF] [EXACT] ...

102 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position Recording mode: → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch AF] → [AF+AE] 1 Touch the subject you want to optimize the brightness for • The AF ...

103 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking close-up pictures (Macro recording) Recording mode: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Press to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [ ] ([AF Macro...

104 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focus Recording mode: Manual Focus is convenient when you want to lock the focus to take pictures or when it is difficult to adjust focus using Auto Focus. 1 Set the focus mode lever to [MF] 2 Press [ ] button ( ) 3...

105 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focus 4 Turn the control ring to adjust focus Rotate to side: Focuses on nearby subject Rotate to side: Focuses on distant subject MF Assist (Enlarged screen) Peaking Color is added to the portions of the image that...

106 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focus 5 Press the shutter button halfway •The recording screen will be displayed. •The same operation can be performed by pressing [MENU/SET]. ● When [Focus Switching for Vert / Hor] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Releas...

107 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure (AF/AE Lock) Recording mode: You can use the AF/AE Lock function to fix the focus and exposure in advance and change the composition of the picture when recording. This function is convenien...

108 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. 1 Press [ ] button 2 Rotate the rear or front dial to compensate the exposure Exposure Co...

109 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Recording mode: Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting). 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the rear or front dial ISO sensitivity •You can change the setting content on the ISO se...

110 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Setting guide ISO sensitivity [125] [12800] Location (recommended) Bright (outdoors) Dark Shutter speed Slow Fast Interference Low High Subject blur High Low ● For details on the available flash range used when the ...

111 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Recording mode: 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 [ ] button ( ) 2 Rotate the rear or front dial to select the White Bal...

112 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance 3 Press [MENU/SET] to set •You can also press the shutter button halfway to set. Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixtures, etc., the optimal White Balance will vary depending on the lighting type, so use [A...

113 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Performing White Balance fine adjustments White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colors still do not appear as anticipated. 1 In step 2 of “Adjusting the White Balance” (→111) , select the White Ba...

114 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Bracket recording using White Balance Bracket settings are performed based on the fine adjustment values for White Balance, and three pictures with different coloring are automatically recorded when the shutter butt...

115 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Recording mode: You can switch the operation to be performed when you press the shutter button. 1 Rotate the drive mode dial [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. [Burst] (→116) The pictures are recorded in s...

116 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording mode: 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ] 2 Focus on the subject and take pictures •The pictures are recorded in succession while the shutter button is pressed. ■ Setting [Burst Rate] → [Rec] → [Burst Rate] [H] (High speed) [M] (Middle speed) [L] (Low speed) Sp...

117 4K Photo and Drive Settings Burst function Focusing in burst mode Focusing varies depending on focus settings and the setting of [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu. Focus settings [Focus/Release Priority] [H] [M], [L] [AFS] [FOCUS]/ [BALANCE]/ [RELEASE] At ...

118 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Recording mode: You can take burst pictures of approximately 8 million pixels with a burst rate of 30 fps. You can select and save a frame from the burst file. •To...

120 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save [4K Pre-Burst] Press the shutter button fully • The camera adjusts the focus continuously when using Auto Focus. Except when in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts the exposure continuously. • Image...

121 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving 1 Select a picture with the [ ] on the playback screen, and press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. • In the case of recording wit...

124 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen •Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] to [AUTO] or [4K/30p]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO]. •If you connect the came...

125 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Auto Marking function The camera automatically sets markers on scenes in which a face or the movement of a subject is detected. (Example: At the scene when a vehicle passes by, a balloon bursts, or a ...

126 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Notes on the 4K Photo function ■ To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos. ■ To record the subject with reduced blur Yo...

127 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ The camera’s setup for the 4K Photo function The camera’s setup is automatically optimized for 4K photo recording. •The following settings are fixed. [Picture Size] [4K] (8M) [4:3]: 3328×2496 [3:2]:...

129 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Recording mode: You can record 4K burst pictures while changing the focus point and then select a focus point after recording. This function is best for non-moving subjects. 4K burst recording with au...

130 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 3 Press the shutter button fully to start recording Recording progress bar • The focus point changes automatically while recording. When the recording progress bar disappears, recording automatically ...

131 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Select the focus point and save the picture ([Post Focus]) 1 On the playback screen, select the image with the [ ] icon and press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. 2 Touch the foc...

132 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Select the focus range to combine and create a single picture ([Focus Stacking]) Near Focus Distant 1 Touch [ ] on screen in step 2 of “Select the focus point and save the picture ([Post Focus])” (→13...

133 4K Photo and Drive Settings Adjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 4 Touch [ ] to combine and save the picture • The picture will be saved in JPEG format with recording information (Exif information) from the nearest position’s picture, including its shutter speed, a...

134 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Recording mode: Take pictures with [Time Lapse Shot] or [Stop Motion Animation]. •The pictures are recorded as a set of group pictures. • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→33) Taking pictures a...

135 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation • The estimated recording ending time is displayed on the setting screen. (When [Shooting Interval Setting] is set to [OFF], the recording ending time is displayed only when the focus mode is set to [MF] in Sh...

137 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] You can stitch still pictures to create stop motion animation. 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ] 2 Set the menu → [Rec] → [Time Lapse/Animation] [Mode] Swi...

138 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation 6 Touch [ ] to end the recording • You can also end the recording by selecting [Time Lapse/ Animation] in the [Rec] menu, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on th...

139 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: 1 Set the drive mode dial to [ ] 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take a picture •After the self-timer indicator flashes, recording will start. •The focus and exposure are fixed when...

140 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) Recording mode: You can take multiple pictures while automatically adjusting a setting by pressing the shutter button. 1 Set the menu → [Rec] → [Bracket] → [Bracket Type] (Exposure Bracket) Pr...

141 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) ● Bracket recording is disabled in the following cases. • [Glistening Water], [Glittering Illuminations], [Handheld Night Shot], [Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) • [Rough Monochrome...

142 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) Aperture Bracket Recording mode: ■ About [More Settings] (step 2 in (→140) ) [Image Count] [3], [5]: Takes a specified number of pictures with different aperture values within the range based ...

143 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Correcting jitter Recording mode: Automatically detects and prevents jitter. For motion picture recording, the 5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer function is available. It uses both the optical stabilizer of the lens and the electronic stabilizer of the camera’s sensor. It...

145 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom For details on zoom operations and the Zoom Compose Assist function, refer to (→37, 38) . Zoom types and use Optical Zoom You can zoom in without degrading the picture quality. Maximum magnification: 16x ● This function is not available in the following case...

148 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using Zoom Using the zoom by performing touch operations (Touch zoom) 1 Touch [ ] 2 Touch [ ] • The slide bar is displayed. 3 Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide bar • The zoom speed varies depending on the touched position. [ ] / [ ] Slow zooming[ ] / [ ] Fa...

149 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures with flash Recording mode: ■ Open/Close the built-in flash To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. • Be careful when opening the flash as the flash will jump out. To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be careful not to catch a fing...

150 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the Flash Functions Changing the firing mode (Manual flash) Recording mode: You can select whether the flash output is set automatically or manually. This item is available only when the built-in flash is being used. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Firing Mode] [TTL] The ...

151 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the Flash Functions Changing Flash Mode Recording mode: Set the flash to match the recording. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Mode] : [Forced Flash On] : [Forced On/Red-Eye] * 1 The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording conditions. • Use this whe...

152 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the Flash Functions ■ Shutter speeds for each flash mode Flash Mode Shutter speed (seconds) 1/60 * 2 - 1/4000 Flash Mode Shutter speed (seconds) 1 - 1/4000 * 2 The shutter speed is set to 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode. The shutter speed is set to B (Bu...

153 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the Flash Functions ● The flash is fixed to [ ] (Forced Flash Off) in the following cases: • [Backlit Softness], [Relaxing Tone], [Distinct Scenery], [Bright Blue Sky], [Romantic Sunset Glow], [Vivid Sunset Glow], [Glistening Water], [Clear Nightscape], [Cool N...

154 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the Flash Functions Adjusting the flash output Recording mode: Adjust the flash output if a picture taken using the flash is too bright or too dark. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Adjust.] 1 Press to set the flash output and press [MENU/SET] Settings: –3 EV to +3 E...

155 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Recording mode: When you use the flashes (DMW-FL200L, DMW-FL360L, DMW-FL580L: optional) with the wireless flash recording function, you can separately control the firing of the flashes in three groups and the flash attached to the hot shoe of the camera. ■ Flash contro...

156 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes Preparation Either open the flash by sliding the flash open lever, or attach a flash (optional) to this unit. 1 Set the wireless flash to RC mode and position the flash • Select the channel and group of the wireless flash. 2 Set th...

157 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes [Built-in Flash]/ [External Flash] [Firing Mode] [TTL]: The flash output is automatically adjusted. [AUTO] * : Sets the flash output using an external flash. [MANUAL]: Manually sets the flash ratio of an external flash. [OFF]: The ...

158 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Recording mode: You can record full high-definition quality images that comply with the AVCHD standard, as well as motion pictures recorded in MP4. You can also record a 4K motion picture in MP4. (→160) Audio is recorded in ste...

159 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture ● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, [ ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through. Wait until the camera cools down. ● Note that if you perform operations such...

160 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Setting the format, picture size and recording frame rate 1 Set the menu → [Motion Picture] → [Rec Format] [AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. [MP4] This data format is suited for playing...

161 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture •The quality becomes higher when the number of bit rate gets bigger. This unit uses the “VBR” recording method, and the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. Therefore, the recording time is shor...

162 Recording motion pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Adjusting the focus while recording motion pictures ([Continuous AF]) Recording mode: Focusing varies depending on the setting of focus and the setting of [Continuous AF] in the [Motion Picture] menu. → [Motion Picture] → [Cont...

163 Recording motion pictures Taking still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Recording mode: 1 Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording •Simultaneous recording indicator is displayed while recording still pictures. •Recording with the Touch Shutter function ...

164 Recording motion pictures Recording Snap Movies Recording mode: You can specify the recording time in advance and record motion pictures casually like you take snapshots. The function also allows you to shift a focus at the start of recording and add fade in/out effects in advance. •Motion pictu...

165 Recording motion pictures Recording Snap Movies ■ Changing the settings → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [SET] [Record time] Sets the recording time of motion pictures. [Pull Focus] Allows dramatic imaging expression by shifting focus gradually at the start of recording. (→166) [Fade] Adds a ...

166 Recording motion pictures Recording Snap Movies Setting up [Pull Focus] Set the frames that specify the positions where the [Pull Focus] starts (first position) and stops (second position). Touch operation Touch a subject (first position), drag your finger to the desired location (second positio...

167 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing your pictures 1 Press [ ] (Playback) button 2 Press to select a picture to be displayed •When you press and hold , the pictures are displayed one after another. •Pictures can also be forwarded or rewound by rotating the rear/front dial or dragging the sc...

168 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. •Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon ([ ]). 1 Press to start playback Motion picture recording time •Touching [ ] in the middle of the ...

169 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing motion pictures Capturing still pictures from motion pictures 1 Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pressing to pause a motion picture being played back on the camera • If you press while paused, you can make finer adjustme...

170 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” 1 Move the zoom lever toward T side Current zoom position • Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. Operat...

171 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” 1 Move the zoom lever toward W side • Move the zoom lever toward the W side and you can switch the display methods in the following order: 1-picture screen (full- screen) → 12-picture scre...

172 Playing Back and Editing Pictures You can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one. Group picture saved using [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] Group pictures recorded using Focus Bracket Group pictures recorded using [Time Lapse Shot] Group pictures recor...

173 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures Playing back group pictures one by one 1 Press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ]. 15 pic. 15 pic. 2 Use to scroll through the pictures • Pressing again or touching [ ] will return you to the normal pla...

174 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Deleting pictures Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. [Delete Single] 1 Press [ ] button to delete displayed picture • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. 2 Use to select [Delete Single] and press [MENU/SET] To delete multiple (up to 100 * )/T...

175 Using Menu Functions Menu list Menus to be displayed in each recording mode [Intelligent Auto] •[Intelligent Auto Mode] (→59) •[iHandheld Night Shot] (→61) •[iHDR] (→62) [Creative Video] •[Exposure Mode] (→83) •[High Speed Video] (→84) •[4K Live Cropping] (→85) [Custom Mode] You can select your ...

178 Using Menu Functions Menu list About RAW file In RAW file format the data is saved without any picture processing by the camera. To play back and edit RAW file pictures, you must use this unit or dedicated software. • You can develop the RAW file pictures using [RAW Processing] in the [Playback]...

180 Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Adjusting the picture quality Standard Press to select the type of Photo Style Press to select an item and press to adjust [Contrast] [+] Increases the contrast in a picture. [–] Decreases the contrast in a picture. [Sharpness] [+] Enhances the outlines in a pict...

182 Using Menu Functions Menu list ● [Rough Monochrome], [Silky Monochrome], [Soft Focus], [Star Filter] and [Sunshine] are not available in the following cases. • Creative Video Mode • During motion picture recording ● The following functions are not available in Panorama Shot Mode. – [Toy Effect],...

183 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Color Space] Recording mode: You can set the method for reproducing the colors to correctly display the recorded pictures on the screens of a PC or printer, etc. → [Rec] → [Color Space] [sRGB] Sets the sRGB color space. This setting is widely used for devices such...

185 Using Menu Functions Menu list [i.Dynamic] Recording mode: Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO] / [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [LOW] / [OFF] ●...

190 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Multi Exp.] Recording mode: You can create an effect similar to the operation of up to four times of exposure on a single picture. → [Rec] → [Multi Exp.] 1 Press to select [Start] and press [MENU/SET] 2 Decide on your composition and take the first picture • After...

192 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Level Shot] Recording mode: Level Shot function automatically detects the camera’s tilt while recording motion pictures, and horizontally corrects the recording motion picture so it will not be tilted. → [Motion Picture] → [Level Shot] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● If ...

199 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Operation] [Exposure Comp. Disp. Setting] ■ [Cursor Buttons (Up/Down)] Set a function to assign to on the exposure compensation screen. Settings: [ ] ([Exposure Bracket]) / [OFF] ■ [Front/Rear Dials] Set a function to assign to the dials on the exposu...

202 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Histogram] You can display the histogram. When set to [ON], you can move the display position of the histogram by pressing . •Direct touch operation is also possible from the recording screen. Displays distribution of brightness in...

205 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Lens Position Resume] Remember the zoom position and focus position when the camera is turned off. [Lens Retraction] Sets whether or not to retract the lens barrel a little while after the playback screen appears. [Face Recog.] The Fac...

206 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] ■ Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. Use to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET] 3 2 6 5 4 1 KEN New Use to select [New] and press [MENU/SET] Ali...

207 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] Recording tips when registering face pictures •Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the subject face the camera directly, and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are not hidden by hair. •Make...

208 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Profile Setup] You can set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/years in the picture. Settings: [ ] ([Baby1]) / [ ] ([Baby2]) / [ ] ([Pet]) / [OFF] / [SET] ■ Setting the name a...

210 Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ To set daylight savings Press in step 2 . (Press again to release the setting) • When daylight savings [ ] is set, the current time is advanced by 1 hour. If the setting is canceled, the time automatically returns to the current time. ■ When you come back from yo...

216 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. ● If you set a different language by mistake, select [ ] from the menu icons to set the desired language. [Version Disp.] Check the firmware version of the camera. ● When you press [MENU/SET] while the version is...

218 Using Menu Functions Menu list [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.) •To reset folder number to 100: First, format the card, and reset the file numbers using [No.Reset]. Then, select [Yes] on the folder number reset screen. ● ...

220 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Playback] •[Slide Show] (→221) •[Playback Mode] (→222) •[Protect] (→223) •[Rating] (→223) •[Title Edit] (→224) •[Face Rec Edit] (→224) •[RAW Processing] (→225) •[4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] (→227) •[Light Composition] (→228) •[Sequence Composition] (→229) •[Clear Retouc...

221 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Slide Show] Automatically plays back recorded pictures, one after another. You can organize slide shows composed of only still pictures or only motion pictures. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. → [Playback] → [Slide Show] 1 Use to select the item and press [...

222 Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ To change settings Select [Effect] or [Setup] and press [MENU/SET]. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Setup] [Duration] [Duration] can be set only when [Effect] is set to [OFF]. [Repeat] [ON] / [OF...

223 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. → [Playback] → [Protect] 1 Select picture (→220) ■ To clear all Select [Protect] → [Cancel] → [Yes], and then press [MENU/SET] When you set the write-protect switch on th...

224 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Title Edit] You can enter characters (titles etc.) on a recorded picture. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (→231) . → [Playback] → [Title Edit] 1 Select a still picture (→220) • [ ] is displayed for pictures with texts...

225 Using Menu Functions Menu list [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created still pictures are saved in JPEG format. → [Playback] → [RAW Processing] 1 Press to select RAW file and press [MENU/SET] 2 Press to select the item and t...

226 Using Menu Functions Menu list 3 Press [MENU/SET] to finalize the setting • The screen in step 2 reappears. To set another item, repeat steps 2 to 3 . 4 Press to select [Begin Processing] and press [MENU/SET] ■ Setting each item When you select an item, the setting screen appears. Operation Touc...

227 Using Menu Functions Menu list The following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison screen. Current setting Operation Touch operation Description Drag Used to make adjustments / [DISP.] [DISP.] Used to return to the setting screen [MENU/SET] [Set] Used to finalize ...

228 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Light Composition] Select multiple frames from 4K burst files that you wish to combine. Parts of the image that are brighter than the preceding frame will be superimposed on the preceding frame to combine the frames into one picture. → [Playback] → [Light Composit...

229 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Sequence Composition] Select multiple frames from a 4K burst file to create a sequence composition of a moving subject into one picture. → [Playback] → [Sequence Composition] 1 Use to select the 4K burst files and press [MENU/SET] 2 Select frames to combine Select...

230 Using Menu Functions Menu list [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. → [Playback] → [Clear Retouch] 1 Use to select a still picture and p...

232 Using Menu Functions Menu list ● Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for still pictures with date stamps. (Date printing may be overlapped.) ● You can set up to 100 pictures at one time with [Multi]. ● The picture quality may be coarser. ● If you stamp text on ...

233 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. → [Playback] → [Cropping] 1 Use to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] 2 Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Operation Touch operation Description Enlarges the picture Reduces the picture ...

234 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling. → [Playback] → [Video Divi...

235 Using Menu Functions Menu list [Stop Motion Video] You can create a motion picture from the pictures in a group that was recorded using [Stop Motion Animation]. → [Playback] → [Stop Motion Video] 1 Use to select a stop motion animation group and press [MENU/SET] 2 Create a motion picture after s...

237 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth What you can do with the Wi-Fi ® /Bluetooth ® function Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone • Operating the shutter button of the camera using a smartphone (remote recording) (→250) • Playing back or saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social...

238 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Before Use • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→33) •To use the Wi-Fi function on this unit, a wireless access point or a destination device equipped with the wireless LAN function is required. ■ Lighting of the WIRELESS connection lamp (...

239 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Operations that can be performed by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button If you press the [Wi-Fi] button when you do not have a Wi-Fi connection, the camera enters a standby mode in which it can connect directly to the smartphone. (→245) •If you press the [DISP....

240 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Describing method When selecting “[Select a destination from History]” , etc. is described in a step, perform any of the following operations. With cursor button operations Use cursor button to select [Select a destination from History] and press [MENU/...

241 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone. The “Panasonic Image App” (hereafter “Image App”) must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” Supported OS Android™: Android 4.4 or l...

242 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Connecting the camera to a smartphone compatible with Bluetooth Low Energy You can connect the camera to a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection. Supported smartphones Android: Android 5.0 or higher equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher (excl...

243 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu On the Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on the camera (The device name selected in step ) • If the SSID is not displayed, it may be displayed after the Wi-Fi function is turned off...

244 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■ Deleting the pairing information (On the camera) Set the menu → [Setup] → [Bluetooth] → [Bluetooth] → [SET] → [Delete] Select the smartphone you want to delete (On your smartphone) Select the camera (device name) for which to delete the pai...

245 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Connecting the camera to a smartphone that does not support for Bluetooth Low Energy Connect to a smartphone via Wi-Fi. •You can also connect via Wi-Fi to a smartphone that supports Bluetooth low energy by following the same steps. Connecting...

246 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Using a password to set up a connection When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [ON], you can strengthen security by using manual input or a QR code for password authentication. Preparation (On the camera) Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON]. (→282) ■ When ...

247 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■ Manually entering a password to set up a connection (On the camera) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Remote Shooting & View] SSID and PasswordQR Code • The information (QR Code, SSID and Password) required fo...

248 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Select [Via Network] and press [MENU/SET] • Connect the camera to a wireless access point by following the connection method (→276) . (On your smartphone) Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the ...

249 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone ■ Required wireless connectivity mode The wireless connectivity mode required varies depending on the function to be used after connecting to a smartphone. Wireless connectivity required Support for Bluetooth low energy Bluetooth Indicates that the f...

250 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone ■ Turning off the camera with the smartphone Select [ ]Select [ OFF] ● When [Remote Wakeup] is set to [ON], the Bluetooth function continues to operate even after the camera is turned off, thus causing the battery to drain. Operating the shutter butt...

252 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone Using the smartphone to operate the shutter button via a Bluetooth connection only Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth 1 Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone (→242) 2 Operate the smartphone Select [ ] Select [Shutter Remote Control] Ta...

253 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone ■ Reducing the time to recover from Sleep mode Select the smartphone function to be used as a priority function when waking the camera from [Sleep Mode] with a smartphone. Preparation Set [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] to [ON]. (→249) → [Setup] → [B...

254 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone Playing back or saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social media sites Wireless connectivity required: Wi-Fi 1 Connect to a smartphone (→245) 2 Operate the smartphone If the camera is already connected to the smartphone via Bluet...

255 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone Transferring recorded images to a smartphone automatically Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Wi-Fi The camera automatically transfers recorded images to a Bluetooth-connected smartphone via Wi-Fi. 1 Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartpho...

256 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone ■ To stop the automatic transfer of images In step 2 , select [OFF]. •A confirmation screen is displayed, asking you to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. ● When [Auto Transfer] in the [Bluetooth] is set to [ON], [Wi-Fi Function] is disabled. ● If the f...

257 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone Writing location information of a smartphone on a recorded image Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth The smartphone sends its location information to the camera via Bluetooth, and the camera performs recording while writing the acquired locatio...

258 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone Synchronizing the camera’s clock with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Synchronize the [Clock Set] setting in the [Setup] menu and [Home] or [Destination] setting in the [World Time] of the camera with those of a smartphone. 1 M...

259 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling with a Smartphone ■ Combining motion pictures by operating a smartphone Connect to a smartphone (→245) Operate the smartphone If the camera is already connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth, select [ ] → [Remote operation]. (iOS devices) Depending on the connection...

260 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Displaying still pictures on a TV You can display still pictures on a TV that is compatible with a DLNA (DMR) function. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Playback on TV] 1 Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→276, 279) 2 Select the device you w...

261 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth When sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then select the method of sending pictures. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] ■ Images that can be sent Destination JPEG RAW MP4 * 1 ...

263 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures Changing the settings for sending images After you have completed connecting, you can change the send settings, such as the size of pictures to be sent, by pressing the [DISP.] button. [Size] Resize the image to send. [Original] / [Auto] * / [Change] ([M], [S], [...

264 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Preparation Install “Image App” in advance. (→241) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] → [Smartphone] 1 Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→276, 279) (On your smartphone) ■ When c...

265 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wireless printing You can print out recorded still pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) * printer. * Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. Contact the printer manufacturers for details on PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printers. → [Setup] → [W...

266 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to AV device Still pictures and motion pictures can be sent to AV devices in the home (home AV devices), such as DLNA compatible recorders. Wireless access point Home AV device → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recordi...

267 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a PC Preparations • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC (below). • If the standard settings are changed for the workgroup on the connected PC, you must change settings in [PC Connection] on ...

268 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a PC Sending pictures to a PC → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] → [PC] 1 Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→276, 279) 2 Enter the name of the computer (for ...

269 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services Through “LUMIX CLUB”, you can send still pictures and motion pictures to social networking services, etc. By selecting the setting to automatically transfer still pictures and motion pictures to [Cloud Sync. Service], you can receive the transferred still pictu...

270 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services Registering the WEB service to “LUMIX CLUB” Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/lumix_faqs/ Preparation Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use...

271 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services ■ Quickly sending pictures in the camera to WEB services Display the picturePress , and then press to select [Yes] (When you play back group pictures one by one, press and then select [Upload(Wi-Fi)] or [Upload All(Wi-Fi)].) • The same operation can be performe...

272 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparation You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→273) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on a PC or “Image App” on a smartphone to configure the Cloud Sy...

273 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services About the [LUMIX CLUB] Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” login ID (free). Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note; •The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected problems, and service contents ...

274 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services Confirming and changing login ID and password ([Set Login ID]) Preparation To use a previously acquired login ID, confirm your ID and password. To change the “LUMIX CLUB” password on the camera, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone or PC and cha...

275 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Using WEB services Check the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of use Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] → [LUMIX CLUB] → [Terms of use] Delete your login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the login ID from the camera when tran...

276 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections The following types of connections are available. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] [New Connection] A connection is made by selecting a Wi-Fi function and the connected device. When the following screen is displayed, select either [Via Network] (→276...

277 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections •The settings screen will only appear during the first connection. Connection methods set on this unit are stored and will be used for subsequent connections. If you want to change the wireless access point to connect to, press the [DISP.] button, then cha...

278 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections ■ When connecting with [Manual Input] •When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, network authentication type, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using. On the screen of step 1 of “If you are not sure about the WPS c...

279 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting directly ([Direct]) You can directly connect the camera to your device. [WPS Connection] [WPS (Push-Button)] 1 On the camera screen, select [WPS (Push-Button)] 2 Set the device to WPS mode • You can extend waiting time for a connection by pressi...

280 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite]) The camera keeps a History of times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items in the History to Favorite. Yo...

281 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Editing items registered in Favorite → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Select a destination from Favorite] 1 Select the Favorite item you wish to edit and press [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] Select the destination. [Change...

282 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth [Wi-Fi Setup] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] [Priority of Remote Device] (→250) [Wi-Fi Password] You can improve security by enabling password entry for a direct ...

283 Connecting with other devices Enjoying 4K motion pictures Viewing 4K motion pictures ■ Viewing on TV screen When you connect this unit to a 4K-compatible TV and play back a motion picture recorded with [Rec Quality] of [4K], you can enjoy high-resolution 4K motion pictures. Although resolution o...

284 Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen Preparation Turn off both camera and TV. 1 Connect camera to TV Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert...

285 Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen Recording while monitoring camera images When using the HDMI output, you can take pictures while monitoring the camera image on a TV, etc. ■ Switching the information displayed You can change the display shown during HDMI output using [HDMI Info...

286 Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ● VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Link- compatible devices by connecting HDMI micro cables for enabling easy operation with the VIERA remote con...

287 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. •Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the instruction manu...

288 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Downloading software •To download the software, the PC must be connected to the Internet. •It may take time to download the software in some communication environments. •Supported OS versions as of Febru...

289 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE This software develops and edits RAW file pictures. Edited pictures can be saved in a file format such as JPEG or TIFF that can be displayed on a PC, etc. Check the website b...

290 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Preparations • Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→288) • Turn on the camera and computer. 1 Connect camera to co...

291 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ■ Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. • The card of th...

292 Connecting with other devices Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures in the recorder You can connect the camera to a Panasonic Blu-ray recorder or DVD recorder and store pictures from the camera on the recorder. Preparations • Turn on the camera and recorder. 1 Connect camera to rec...

293 Connecting with other devices Printing You can connect a camera directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. Preparations • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. • Turn on the camera and printer. 1 Connect camera to printer •Check the plug direction ...

294 Connecting with other devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Multiple pictures are printed at one time. 1 Press to select [Multi Print] in step 3 of “Printing” (→293) 2 Use to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [Multi Select] Scroll between pictures with , select pictures to print with [M...

295 Connecting with other devices Printing ■ Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Sets number of pictures (up to 999 pictures). [Paper Si...

297 Others Optional accessories ● When the external flash is attached, the following functions are available even when using the flash. • Aperture Bracket • Focus Bracket ● You can set the aperture value, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity on the camera even when the external flash is attached. ● Som...

298 Others Optional accessories External Microphone (optional) Using a stereo shotgun microphone (DMW-MS2: optional) or stereo microphone (VW-VMS10: optional), you can record sounds with quality superior to those recorded with the built-in microphone. Using the stereo shotgun microphone (DMW-MS2: op...

299 Others Optional accessories ● While the external microphone is connected, [ ] is displayed on the screen. ● When the external microphone is connected, [Sound Rec Level Disp.] (→192) is automatically set to [ON], and the sound recording level is displayed on the screen. ● Be sure to hold both the...

300 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays The screen display of the monitor/viewfinder indicates the camera’s operating state. •The following images are examples of when [Monitor Disp. Set] is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. •The information displayed, such as histograms, magnificati...

303 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays ■ On-monitor recording information Recording mode (→40) 1/60 Shutter speed (→39) F2.8 Aperture value (→39) Remaining battery (→24) ISO sensitivity (→109) Exposure Compensation (→108) Exposure Bracket (→141) Brightness (exposure) (→63, 82) Manual Exposur...

304 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays In playback Playback Mode (→222) Protected picture (→223) With location information (→257) [Rating] (→223) Cable disconnect prohibit icon (→293) Motion picture playback (→168) Panorama picture playback (→73) Continuous playback of picture group (→172) S...

306 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays 100-0001 1/5 5500 AM10:00 DEC. 1.2019 Recording information (Basic) Recording date/time World time (→209) 100-0001 Folder/File number (→291) Recording information (Advanced) 5500 White Balance (color temperature) (→111) [i.Dynamic] (→185) [HDR] (→189) /...

307 Others Message displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the screen, and how to respond to them. ■ Memory cards [Memory Card Error] / [Format this card?] • Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→28) • Try with a dif...

309 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→309 - 317) first. If the problem persists, Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→218) . Also, see the Panasonic support site for the latest support information. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This si...

310 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Recording Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. This is not a malfunction. • If you are taking still pictures using ...

311 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. • We recommend trying the following methods. → Lower ISO sensitivity (→109) . → Either adjust [Noise Reduction] of [Photo Style] to a higher setting or set each item other than [Noise Reduction] to a lower ...

312 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Motion Picture Cannot record motion pictures. • When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to take a picture for a while after you turn on the camera. Motion picture recording stops midway. • When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is ...

313 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Monitor/viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder is turned off although the camera is turned on. • If no operations are performed during the set time period [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] (→212) is activated, and the monitor/viewfinder turns off. • When a hand or an object is c...

314 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection • Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. • Is any device, such as mic...

315 Others Q&A Troubleshooting The Wi-Fi connection is not recognizing my PC. The camera cannot be connected to Mac computer/Windows PC via Wi-Fi connection. • By default, the Wi-Fi connection uses the default workgroup name of “WORKGROUP”. If the name of the workgroup has been changed, it will ...

316 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. • Not connected correctly (→284) . • The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. VIERA Link (HDMI) is not working. • Is the camera’s [VIERA Link] setting set to [ON]? (→215) ...

317 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Others The lens makes a clicking noise. • When the camera is turned on or off, the lens is moved, or an aperture operation is performed, such a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. • When the brightness changes after a zooming operation or moving the ca...

318 Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ● 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 radi...

319 Others Usage cautions and notes Caring for your camera To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (optional) or a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ● Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth. ● Do ...

320 Others Usage cautions and notes Lens ● Do not press the lens with excessive force. ● Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the camera on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ● Do not lea...

321 Others Usage cautions and notes AC adaptor (supplied) ● Keep at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference). ● The AC adaptor (supplied) may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. ● After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply d...

322 Others Usage cautions and notes Personal Information To protect personal information, we recommend that you set a Wi-Fi password or a Wi-Fi function lock. (→282) If names or birthdays are set in [Profile Setup] or in the [Face Recog.] function, keep in mind that the camera and recorded pictures ...

323 Others Usage cautions and notes Wi-Fi function ■ Use the camera as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Pan...