DMC-FZ300: Basic Operating Instructions

Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ300
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual
for future use.
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are

contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF
format)” in the supplied disc.
SG SQT1120
M0915KZ0
Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital
Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for
future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc.
of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations
in these Operating Instructions.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the
purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
• Use only the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
■ Product identification marking

Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
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■ About the battery charger
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
• The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is
connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected
to an electrical outlet.
■ About the battery pack

CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time
with doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C or incinerate.
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■ Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply
with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D-Type A plug, up to 2 m long)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic
fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures
and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning
properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-
AC10: optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or
sound may be adversely affected.
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Contents
■ Information for Your Safety ................ 2 Recording
Preparations ■ Taking pictures with automatic
settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) ..... 25
■ Before use ........................................... 7 Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus
■ Standard accessories ......................... 9 Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode..................25
■ Names and Functions Taking pictures using a handheld camera
of Main Parts ..................................... 10 ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ..............................25
■ Preparations ...................................... 12 Combining pictures into a single still
picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) .............26
Attaching the Lens Hood .............................12
Defocusing the background
Attaching the Lens Cap ...............................13 (Defocus control function) ...........................26
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ......................13 Recording images by changing the
Charging the battery....................................14 brightness (exposure) or colour tone ..........26
Inserting and removing the battery/the card
(optional) .....................................................15
■ Recording motion pictures by
Formatting the card (initialisation) ...............16 setting the aperture value/shutter
Opening the Monitor....................................17 speed (Creative Video Mode) .......... 27
Setting the clock ..........................................17 ■ Setting the picture quality
and size .............................................. 27
Basics Changing the aspect ratio of the
still pictures .................................................27
■ Zoom lever/Side lever (Use zoom) ... 18 Setting the picture size ................................28
■ Shutter button (Taking pictures) ..... 18 Setting the compression rate of pictures
■ Mode dial ([Quality]).....................................................28
(Select the recording mode) ............ 19 ■ Taking close-up pictures
■ Focus mode lever ............................. 19 (Macro recording) ............................. 29
■ Side dial / Rear dial ........................... 20 ■ Taking pictures with
■ Side button ........................................ 21 Manual Focus .................................... 29
■ [LVF] button ■ Selecting a Drive Mode..................... 30
(Switching between the monitor ■ Recording 4K Photos ....................... 31
and viewfinder).................................. 22 Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and
■ Touch screen (Touch operations).... 22 saving ..........................................................32
■ Setting the menu ............................... 23 ■ Correcting jitter ................................. 33

■ Calling frequently-used menus ■ Zoom types and use ......................... 33
instantly (Quick Menu) .................... 24 ■ Recording motion pictures .............. 34
■ Assigning frequently used Recording 4K motion pictures .....................35
functions to the buttons
(Function buttons) ............................ 24
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Contents
Playback Others
■ Viewing your pictures....................... 36 ■ Reading the Operating Instructions
■ Viewing motion pictures .................. 37 (PDF format) ...................................... 46
■ Deleting pictures ............................... 38 ■ About supplied software .................. 47
■ Using the [Playback] menu .............. 39 Installing supplied software .........................47
[RAW Processing] .......................................39 ■ List of monitor/viewfinder
displays.............................................. 48
Wi-Fi ■ Menu list ............................................ 52
■ What you can do with the ■ Q&A Troubleshooting ...................... 54
Wi-Fi® function .................................. 41 ■ Specifications.................................... 59
■ Operating the camera by ■ Digital Camera Accessory System ... 62
connecting it to a smartphone......... 42
Installing the smartphone/tablet app
“Panasonic Image App” ...............................42
Connecting to a smartphone .......................43
Taking pictures via a smartphone
(remote recording).......................................44
Playing back pictures in the camera on
a smartphone ..............................................44
Saving pictures in the camera to a
smartphone .................................................44
Sending pictures in the camera to
social networking services ..........................44
Adding location information to pictures
in the camera from a smartphone ...............45
Combining motion pictures recorded
with Snap Movie according to your
preference on a smartphone .......................45
■ About the symbols in the text

Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button.
In this Operating Instructions, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows:
→ [Rec] → [Quality] → [ ]
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Preparations
Before use
Care of the camera
To avoid damaging your camera and to experience the maximum enjoyment you
should exercise the following precautions.
●The lens, monitor and the camera body can sustain damage if the camera body is
dropped or subjected to excessive temperature, moisture, water or dust.
●The monitor can be damaged if excessive pressure is applied to the screen surface,
during actual use or while cleaning.
■ Splash Proof
Splash Proof is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers
against exposure to a minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Proof does
not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact
with water.
In order to minimise the possibility of damage please be sure the following precautions
are taken:
• Make sure the built-in flash is closed.
• Make sure that all doors are securely closed.
• Make sure that you are in a dry and secure place when changing the battery or
memory card. After changing, make sure their protective doors are securely closed.
• If this camera is exposed to water, sand or any other foreign material clean it as soon
as possible, taking the necessary precautions that the foreign substance does not get
inside the camera.
• Under no circumstances should you place any foreign objects within the camera.
If sand, dust, or liquids such as water droplets adhere to the camera, wipe them off with
a dry soft cloth.
• Not doing so may result in incorrect recognition of touch operations or erroneous
flash display.
• If the monitor is closed when such liquids are present, malfunction may result.
■ Condensation
●Condensation may occur on the lens, monitor or in the viewfinder when the room
temperature or humidity changes rapidly. This may cause the image to temporarily
become hazy. If this occurs, turn the camera off and allow the camera to sit so
that the camera temperature can stabilise to the room’s ambient temperature. The
required time will vary and can take up to an hour. It will clear by itself.
●If you know that you will be moving between areas where there will be a large change
in temperature or humidity, you can help prevent condensation forming on the camera
by placing the camera in a large plastic zipper bag, so condensation will form on the
bag, not the camera. Allow the temperature to stabilise before removing the camera
from the bag.
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Preparations
■ Caring for your camera

●To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: optional) or
a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
●Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
●Do not press the lens with excessive force.
●Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of
time.
●Do not use benzine, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the
outer casing and finish of the camera.
●Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun
may cause it to malfunction.
●Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.
●While the camera is accessing the card (for an operation such as picture writing,
reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery,
card, AC adaptor (DMW-AC10: optional) or DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: optional).
●The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static
electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important
data on a PC etc.
●Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only
to ensure proper operation.
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Preparations
Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as
of July 2015. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack Lens cap / Lens cap
DMW-BLC12E string
• Charge the battery VYQ5607
before use.
Battery pack is indicated as battery
pack or battery in the text.
Battery charger
Shoulder strap
DE-A80D
VFC4453
Battery charger is indicated as battery USB connection cable

charger or charger in the text. K1HY08YY0031
AC cable
K2CA2YY00247
DVD
SFM0100
Lens hood • Software:
SYQ0547 Use it to install the software on your
PC.
• Operating Instructions for advanced
features
• Cards are optional.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card
in the text.
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories.
(You can purchase the accessories separately.)
• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
5 6
13 14
1 15
2 16
7
3 8
4 9
1
12 11 10
17
18
25 24 23 22 21 20 19
1 Shoulder strap eyelet (→13) 15 Hot shoe

2 Shutter button (→18) 16 Flash open lever
The flash opens, and recording with the
3 Zoom lever (→18) flash becomes possible.
4 Self-timer indicator / 17 Diopter adjustment dial (→22)
AF Assist Lamp
18 [LVF] button (→22) /
5 [ ] (Exposure Compensation) button / [Fn4] button (→24)
[Fn1] button (→24)
19 [MIC] socket
6 Motion picture button (→34) An external microphone (optional) can
7 [Fn2] button (→24) record higher quality audio than the
built-in microphone.
8 Wi-Fi® connection lamp
20 Speaker
9 Rear dial (→20) Be careful not to cover the speaker with
your finger. Doing so may make sound
10 Status indicator (→17) difficult to hear.
11 Camera [ON/OFF] switch (→17) 21 Side dial (→20)
12 Mode dial (→19) 22 Side button (→21)
Use this to select the recording mode.
23 Side lever (→18)
13 Flash
24 Lens barrel
14 Stereo microphone
Be careful not to cover the microphone 25 Lens
with your finger. Doing so may make
sound difficult to record.
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26 27 28 29
30 32
31 33
34
35
36
37
38
39
43 42 41 40
26 Touch screen / monitor (→17, 22, 48) 38 [HDMI] socket

27 Eye cup 39 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
28 Viewfinder (→22) 40 DC coupler cover (→15)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC
29 Eye sensor (→22) adaptor (DMW-AC10: optional).
30 [AF/AE LOCK] button • When using an AC adaptor, ensure
that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-
31 Focus mode lever (→19) DCC8: optional) and AC adaptor
32 [ ] (Playback) button (→36) (DMW-AC10: optional) are used.
• When using an AC adaptor, use
33 [DISP.] button the AC cable supplied with the AC
Use this to change display. adaptor.
34 Cursor button 41 Card/Battery door (→15)
• Selection of items or setting of
values etc., is performed. 42 Release lever (→15)
• In this manual, the button that 43 Tripod mount
is to be used is indicated by Do not attach this unit to tripods that
. have screws with a length of 5.5 mm or
[ ] (ISO sensitivity) ( ) more. Doing so may damage this unit or
[ ] (White Balance) ( ) the unit may not be secured properly on
[ ] (Drive Mode) ( ) (→30) the tripod.
[ ] (AF Mode) ( )
35 [MENU/SET] button
36 [Q.MENU ] (Delete/Cancel) button
(→24, 38) /
[Fn3] button (→24)
37 [REMOTE] socket
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Preparations
Preparations
Attaching the Lens Hood

• Do not hold the lens hood in such a way that it will be bent.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off.
• Be sure to close the flash beforehand.
1 Align the mounting

mark on the lens
Mounting mark on
the tip of the lens Mounting mark
hood a little above the on the lens hood
mounting mark on the
tip of the lens
2 Turn the lens hood in the

direction of the arrow to secure it
3 Turn the lens hood until it clicks

and align the mounting mark on
Mounting mark
the lens hood with the mark at the on the lens hood
bottom of the camera
• Make sure the lens hood is secured
properly and its reflection does not fall on
images. Mark at the bottom
of the camera
● When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, we recommend attaching with the
orientation reversed.
Return it to the normal direction when taking pictures.
● If you attach the lens hood while using the flash, the flash light would be blocked by the lens hood
causing the bottom part of images to be darkened (vignetting) and also making it impossible to
modulate the light. It is recommended to remove the lens hood before using the flash.
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Attaching the Lens Cap

Cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it when you are not taking pictures.
• Do not hang or swing around the camera with the lens cap string.
• Make sure to detach the lens cap when turning this unit on.
• Be careful that the lens cap string does not become entangled with the shoulder strap.
1 2 3 4
Pinch here to attach or

Shoulder strap eyelet detach the cap.
1 Pass the string through the hole on the camera

2 Pass the string through the lens cap, and then pass the lens cap through the
loop formed by the string
3 Fasten the string
4 Attach the lens cap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap

We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from
dropping.
1 2 3 Pull the shoulder strap
2 cm or more.
4
Make sure the
strap does not
come off
• Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap.
• Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.
– Do not wrap the strap around your neck. It may result in injury or accident.
• Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.
– It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.
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Preparations
Charging the battery

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12E or DMW-BLC12.
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of
the battery
2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet

Charging light ([CHARGE])
On: Charging in progress
Off: Charging complete
If light is flashing:
• Battery temperature is too high or too low.
We recommend charging in a location where
the ambient temperature is between 10 °C
• The AC cable does not and 30 °C.
fit entirely into the AC • Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean with
input terminal. a dry cloth.
A gap will remain.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
3 Detach the battery after charging is completed
■ Notes on charging time

Charging time Approx. 140 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
conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are
either high or low and when the battery has not been used for a long period of time.
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Preparations
Inserting and removing the battery/the card (optional)

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12E or DMW-BLC12).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off.
Do not touch
the terminal
●Battery:
Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the
lever is hooked over the battery.
Move the lever in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery.
●Card:
Insert the card all the way firmly until it clicks.
To remove the card, push the centre of the card until it clicks, then pull the card out
upright.
●DC coupler cover ( ):
Make sure the DC coupler cover is securely closed, and then close the card/battery
door.
■ About the Card

The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) can be used.
Type of Card Capacity Notes
SD Memory Cards 512 MB – 2 GB • Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed
SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB with Panasonic’s cards.
• Can be used with devices compatible with the
respective formats.
SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB – 128 GB • This unit is compatible with UHS- UHS Speed
Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Preparations
■ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings

According to the [Rec Format] (→35) and [Rec Quality] (→35) of a motion picture, the
required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class rating
that supports 4K photo recording. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD
Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.
• SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding
continuous writing. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card
related materials.
[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example
[AVCHD] All
Class 4 or higher
[MP4] [FHD]/[HD]/[VGA]
[MP4] [4K]/[High Speed Video] UHS Speed Class 3
When recording 4K photos UHS Speed Class 3
• Latest information:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This site is available in English only.)
Formatting the card (initialisation)

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.
1 Set the menu (→23)
→ [Setup] → [Format]
• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
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Opening the Monitor

1 2 3
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 it wide enough, and be careful not to use excessive
force. Doing so may cause damage to this unit.
● When not using the monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inward to
prevent dirt and scratches.
Setting the clock

The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
1 Turn the camera on
• The status indicator lights up when you turn this unit on.
2 Press [MENU/SET]
3 Press to select the language, and press
[MENU/SET]
• The [Please set the clock] message appears.
4 Press [MENU/SET]
5 Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour,
minute), and press to set
6 Press [MENU/SET]
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]
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Basics
Zoom lever/Side lever (Use zoom)

You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using the zoom or side lever.
Zoom lever Side lever
Move the zoom lever Slide the side lever
T side: Telephoto, Enlarge the subject

W side: Wide-angle, Capture a wider area
Turning angle is large: Zoom speed is high Slide width is large: Zoom speed is high
Turning angle is small: Zoom speed is low Slide width is small: Zoom speed is low
● Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.

● For details about zoom types and use, refer to (→33).
Shutter button (Taking pictures)

• Press the [ ] button ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ] ([Single]).
1 Press the shutter button halfway (press lightly) to

focus on the subject
• The aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (If the
aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red and flashing,
you do not have the appropriate exposure, unless you are using
the flash.)
Focus display
(When focus is aligned: illuminated
When focus is not aligned: flashing)
Shutter speed
Aperture value
2 Press the shutter button fully (push the button all

the way), and take the picture
● Pictures can be taken only when the image is correctly focused as long as the [Focus/
Release Priority] is set to [FOCUS].
● Even during menu operation or picture playback, if you press the shutter button halfway, you can
instantly set the camera ready for recording.
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Basics
Mode dial (Select the recording mode)
1 Set to the desired recording mode

• Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired
mode.
Intelligent Auto Mode (→25)

Take pictures with automatic settings.
Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (→25)
Allows you to adjust the brightness (exposure) and colour hue as desired.
Programme AE Mode
Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings.
Aperture-Priority AE Mode
Determine aperture, then record pictures.
Shutter-Priority AE Mode
Determine shutter speed, then record pictures.
Manual Exposure Mode
Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record pictures.
Creative Video Mode (→27)
Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record motion pictures.
• You cannot take still pictures.
Custom Mode
Record pictures using pre-registered settings.
Panorama Shot Mode
Record panorama pictures.
Scene Guide Mode
Take pictures using Scene modes.
Creative Control Mode
Take pictures by selecting your preferred picture effect.
Focus mode lever

Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Auto Focus. Focus is set automatically when the shutter
button is pressed halfway.
[AFS]: Focus will be fixed while it is pressed halfway.
[AFS/AFF]
[AFF]: If the subject moves while the shutter button is
pressed halfway, the focus is corrected to match
the movement automatically.
Auto Focus. While the shutter button is pressed
[AFC] halfway, focusing is constantly performed to match the
movement of the subject.
[MF] Manual Focus. (→29)
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Basics
Side dial / Rear dial

Rotate the side dial to adjust focus, and rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value and
shutter speed. You can also select items and set numeric values.
• This operating instructions describes operations of the dials as follows:
Rotating the side dial: Rotating the rear dial:
Side dial
You can adjust focus in the following cases:
• In Manual Focus
• In Auto Focus
(Only when the focus mode lever is set to [AFS/AFF], and
[AF+MF] in [Custom] menu is set to [ON])
Rotating the side dial to the side :
Focusing on a nearby subject
Rotating the side dial to the side :
Focusing on a distant subject
Rear dial
You can set the aperture value, shutter speed, and other settings when in following recording modes.
Mode dial Rear dial1

[ ] Programme Shift
[ ] Aperture value
[ ] Shutter speed
[ ] Shutter speed / Aperture value2
 You can make the settings with the side dial as well. (→21)
1
2 You can switch between the shutter speed setting operation and the aperture value setting
operation each time the [ ] button/[Fn1] button is pressed.
Temporarily changing the items assigned to the side/rear dials

([Dial Operation Switch])
You can temporarily change the items assigned to the side/
rear dials using the function button to which [Dial Operation
Switch] is assigned.
[Dial Operation Switch] is assigned to [Fn2] at the time of
purchase.
• You can set the items to be assigned temporarily to the side/
rear dials in [Dial Operation Switch Setup] in [Dial Set.] in
the [Custom] menu.
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Basics
1 Press [Fn2] button

• A guide will be displayed showing the items assigned to the side/
rear dials.
• If no operations are performed, the guide will disappear in a few
seconds.
2 Rotate the side/rear dial while the guide is displayed

• The settings assigned to each dial will change.
3 Press [MENU/SET] to set

• When the recording screen is displayed, the original assignment settings for the dials are
restored.
● Items that are temporarily assigned to the side/rear dials can be used only while the guide (step 1)
or setting screen (step 2) is displayed.
Side button
If you press the side button in recording, you can use it in the following
two ways.
■ Calling the function for supporting the focus operation

In Auto Focus: If you press the side button, the selection screen for the case when
focus is on a nearby subject (macro recording) is displayed.
 In the Intelligent Auto Mode ([ ] or [ ]), the AF Tracking function is
applicable.
In Manual Focus: If you press the side button, the Auto Focus starts working
temporarily (One-shot AF).
■ Switching the operation of the side dial

Set the menu (→23)
→ [Custom] → [Side Button Setting] → [F/SS]
Press the side button
• You can rotate the side dial to set the aperture value and shutter speed.
You can switch the setting operation of the side dial each time you press the side button.
Aperture value or shutter speed setting Focus adjustment
● Select [AF /FOCUS] in step to return to the default setting.
● In the Manual Exposure Mode, you can set the aperture value with the side dial, and the shutter
speed with the rear dial. If you press the [ ] button/[Fn1] button, you can switch the setting
operation of both of the dials.
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Basics
[LVF] button
(Switching between the monitor and viewfinder)
1 Press [LVF] button
• The display is switched as shown below.
Eye Sensor
Automatic switching
Viewfinder Monitor
between viewfinder
display display
and monitor
 If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], the

camera automatically adjusts the focus as the eye sensor is [LVF] button
activated. Diopter adjustment dial
■ Automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor
For automatic switching between the viewfinder and monitor, the eye sensor
automatically switches the display to viewfinder when your eye or an object moves
close to the viewfinder.
■ About diopter adjustment
Rotate the diopter adjustment dial to adjust until you are able to clearly see the
characters displayed in the viewfinder.
Touch screen (Touch operations)

Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger.
Touch
To touch and release the touch screen. Be sure to touch the
centre of the desired icon.
Drag
To touch and slide your finger across the touch screen.
This can also be used to forward or rewind a picture during
playback, etc.
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.
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Basics
Setting the menu

You can use the menu to set camera and recording functions, operate playback functions,
and perform other operations.
• The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode.
• The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.
1 Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu
2 Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]
3 Press to select the setting and press

[MENU/SET]
Selected setting
Settings
4 Press the [Q.MENU ] button repeatedly until the recording

or playback screen reappears
• During recording, the menu screen can also be exited by pressing the shutter
button halfway.
■ Switching menu type

Press
Press to select a menu switch icon such as [ ]
• Items can also be selected by rotating the side dial.
Press [MENU/SET]
Menu type
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Basics
Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu)
You can easily call some of the menu items and set them.
1 Press [Q.MENU ] button
2 Rotate the side dial or zoom lever to

select a menu item
3 Rotate the rear dial to select the setting
4 Press [Q.MENU
Quick menu
] button to close the
Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons

(Function buttons)
You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn4]) or icons
displayed on the screen ([Fn5] - [Fn9]).
1 Set the menu

→ [Custom] → [Fn Button Set]
2 Use to select [Setting in REC mode] or [Setting in PLAY

mode] and press [MENU/SET]
3 Press to select the function button

you want to assign a function to and
press [MENU/SET]
4 Press to select the function you want

to assign and press [MENU/SET]
• Certain functions cannot be assigned to some function
buttons.
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Recording
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 optimises settings to
match the subject and recording environment.
1 Set mode dial to [ ]

• The camera will switch to either the most recently used
of Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.
At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent
Auto Plus Mode.
2 Point the camera at the subject

• When the camera identifies the optimal scene, the
icon for each scene turns blue for 2 seconds and then
changes to the normal red indication.
Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and

Intelligent Auto Mode
1 Press [MENU/SET]
2 Press
3 Press to select the [ ] or [ ] tab
• Items can also be selected by rotating the side dial.
4 Use to select [ ] or [ ] and press [MENU/SET]

• If [DISP.] button is pressed, the description of the selected mode
will be displayed.
Taking pictures using a handheld camera

([iHandheld Night Shot])
Recording mode:
If a night scene is detected automatically while the unit is being handheld, [iHandheld
Night Shot] can record a still picture with less jitter and less noise without using a tripod
by combining a burst of pictures.
→ [Rec] → [iHandheld Night Shot] → [ON] / [OFF]
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Recording
Combining pictures into a single still picture with rich

gradation ([iHDR])
Recording mode:
When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records
multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in
gradation.
[iHDR] is activated when required. When activated, [ ] will be displayed on the screen.
→ [Rec] → [iHDR] → [ON] / [OFF]
Defocusing the background (Defocus control function)

Recording mode:
You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen.
1 Press [Fn2] button to display the setting screen
2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust the background
defocusing condition
• Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen.
• Pressing [Fn2] button on the blurriness setting screen will cancel
the setting.
Recording images by changing the brightness (exposure) or

colour tone
Recording mode:
This mode enables you to change the brightness (exposure) and colour tone to your
preferred settings from the ones set by the camera.
Setting brightness (exposure)
1 Press [ ] button
2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust brightness (exposure)
• Press [ ] button again to return to the recording screen.
Setting colouring
1 Press to display the setting screen

2 Rotate the rear dial to adjust colour
• This will adjust the colour of the image from a reddish colour to
a bluish colour.
• Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen.
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Recording
Recording motion pictures by setting the aperture

value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode)
Recording mode:
You can record motion pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed.
1 Set mode dial to [ ]
2 Set the menu

→ [Motion Picture] → [Exposure Mode]
3 Press to select [P], [A], [S] or [M], and press [MENU/SET]

• The operation for changing the aperture value or shutter speed is the same as the
operation for setting the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].
4 Press the motion picture button (or shutter button) to start

recording
• Still pictures cannot be taken.
5 Press the motion picture button (or shutter button) to stop

recording
Setting the picture quality and size
Changing the aspect ratio of the still pictures

Recording mode:
This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback
method.
→ [Rec] → [Aspect Ratio]
[4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV
[3:2] Aspect ratio of standard film cameras
[16:9] Aspect ratio of high-definition TV, etc.
[1:1] Aspect ratio of a square image
● Edges may be cut off when printing - be sure to check in advance.
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Recording
Setting the picture size

Recording mode:
The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even
when they are printed onto large sheets.
→ [Rec] → [Picture Size]
[Aspect Ratio] 4:3 3:2 16:9 1:1
[L] 12M [L] 10.5M [L] 9M [L] 9M
4000×3000 4000×2672 4000×2248 2992×2992
[ M] 8M [ M] 7M [ M] 8M [ M] 6M
[Picture Size]
3264×2448 3264×2176 3840×2160 2448×2448
[ S] 3M [ S] 2.5M [ S] 2M [ S] 3.5M
2048×1536 2048×1360 1920×1080 1920×1920
Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality])

Recording mode:
Set the compression rate used for storing pictures.
→ [Rec] → [Quality]
Settings File format Description
Gives priority to picture quality and saves pictures in JPEG file
[ ] format.
JPEG Saves pictures in JPEG file format using standard picture quality.
[ ] This setting is useful when you want to increase the number of
recordable pictures without changing the number of pixels.
[ ] Saves pictures in JPEG file format ([ ] or [ ]) in addition to the
RAW + JPEG
[ ] RAW file format.1
Saves pictures in the RAW file format.2
[ ] RAW [ ] images are recorded with a smaller data volume than [ ] or
[ ].
1 If you delete a RAW file from the camera, the corresponding JPEG file is also deleted.
2 Regardless of the aspect ratio of the picture during recording, a RAW image is always recorded with
the aspect ratio of the picture set to [4:3] (4000 × 3000).
• You can develop the RAW file pictures using [RAW Processing] in the [Playback] menu. (→39)
• To develop and edit RAW file pictures on a PC, use the supplied DVD software (Ichikawa Soft
Laboratory’s “SILKYPIX Developer Studio”). (→47)
■ About RAW file

In RAW file format the data is saved without any picture processing by the camera. This
format delivers a higher picture quality than the JPEG format, but the amount of data is
greater.
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Recording
Taking close-up pictures (Macro recording)
Recording mode:
1 Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or

[AFC]
2 Press the side button

• If you cannot select the macro recording mode, set the
[Side Button Setting] under the [Custom] menu to
[AF /FOCUS], and then press the side button.
3 Press
[ ]
to select the item and press [MENU/SET]
You can take pictures of a subject as close as 1 cm from the lens by
([AF Macro]) rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1x).
[ ] Use this setting to get close to the subject and then further enlarge when
([Macro Zoom]) taking the picture. You can take a picture with the Digital Zoom up to 3x
while maintaining the distance to the subject for the extreme Wide position
(1 cm).
[ ] ([Off]) —
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 Set the focus position with

press [MENU/SET]
, and MF Assist
(Enlarged screen)
Peaking
• The screen changes to the assist screen and an
enlarged display appears. (MF Assist)
• If you press [DISP.] button, the area to be enlarged will
be reset to the centre.
4 Rotate the side dial to adjust focus (→20)

• Colour is added to the portions of the image that are in
focus. (Peaking) MF Guide
• You can check whether the point of focus is to the near Indicator for (infinity)
side or the far side. (MF Guide)
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Recording
Button Touch
Description
operation operation
Drag Moves the enlarged area.
Pinch in /
— Enlarges/reduces the AF area in small steps.
Pinch out
— Enlarges/reduces the AF area in large steps.
— Switches the enlarged display. (windowed/full screen)

[DISP.] [Reset] Resets the area to be enlarged back to the centre.
5 Press the shutter button halfway

• The assist screen will close. The recording screen will be displayed.
• You can also exit MF Assist by pressing [MENU/SET].
Selecting a Drive Mode

Recording mode:
You can switch the operation to be performed when you press the shutter button.
1 Press [ ] button ( )
2 Press to select the drive mode and

press [MENU/SET]
• The icons in the table are just examples.
[Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded.
The pictures are recorded in succession while the shutter button
[Burst]
is pressed.
[4K PHOTO] (→31) When the shutter button is pressed, a 4K photo is recorded.
Each time the shutter button is pressed, the pictures are
[Auto Bracket] recorded with different exposure settings based on the Exposure
Compensation range.
When the shutter button is pressed, recording takes place after
[Self Timer]
the set time has elapsed.
 Cannot be set when using Intelligent Auto Mode.
• To cancel drive mode, select [ ] ([Single]) or [ ].
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Recording
Recording 4K Photos
Recording mode:
You can select the desired moment from a burst of 4K photos taken at 30 frames/second
and save that moment as a picture of approx. 8 million pixels.
Record a 4K photo Select and save pictures The picture is complete
• To record pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. (→16)
• When recording 4K photos, the angle of view becomes narrower.
1 Press [ ] button ( ) (→30)
2 Press to select an item ([ ], etc.) and press
3 Press to select the recording method and press

[MENU/SET]
• Settings will be optimised for 4K photo recording. The recording method is set to
[ ] ([4K Burst]) by default.
For capturing the best shot of a fast-moving subject

Burst recording is performed while the shutter button
is pressed and held. The shutter sound will be heard
repeatedly.
Press and hold
[4K Burst] Recording is performed
• Recording will start approximately 0.5 seconds after you press the shutter
button fully.
Continuous recording length: Up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds
For capturing unpredictable photo opportunities
Burst recording starts when the shutter button is
pressed and stops when pressed again. Start and stop
[4K Burst(S/S)] tones will be heard.
“S/S” is an Start (First)
abbreviation of Stop (Second)
“Start/Stop”. Recording is performed
Continuous recording length: Up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds
 You can continue recording without interruption even if the file exceeds 4 GB, but the 4K burst file
will be saved and played back in separate files.
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Recording
For recording as needed whenever a photo opportunity arises

Burst recording is performed for approximately 1 second before and after the
moment that the shutter button is pressed. The shutter sound will be heard only
once.
• When the drive mode is set to [4K PHOTO] and
[4K PHOTO] is set to [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]), the
battery drains faster and the camera temperature
[4K Pre-Burst] rises. Select [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) only when
recording.
Approximately 1 second
Recording is performed
Recording length: Approximately 2 seconds
4 Press the shutter button to perform

recording
Press the shutter button halfway
[4K Burst] Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to
perform recording
Press the shutter button fully
[4K Burst(S/S)]
Press the shutter button fully again
[4K Pre-Burst] Press the shutter button fully
• When you perform 4K burst photo recording, a 4K burst file will be saved in the
MP4 format.
• When [Auto Review] is enabled, the picture selection screen will be displayed
automatically.
Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving

●The picture will be saved in JPEG format.
• For details, refer to “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” or
“Quick Guide for 4K Photo (supplied)”.
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Recording
Correcting jitter
Recording mode:
Automatically detects and prevents jitter. For motion picture recording, the 5-Axis Hybrid
Image Stabiliser function is available. It uses both the optical stabiliser of the lens and the
electronic stabiliser of the camera’s sensor.
[Operation Mode]
Corrects vertical and horizontal jitter.
(Normal)
Corrects vertical jitter. This setting is ideal for panning
(technique of recording a subject by matching the camera
(Panning) movement with the movement of a subject going in a specific
direction). We recommend using the Viewfinder.
[OFF] [Stabilizer] does not work.
[E-Stabilization Corrects jitters that occur in 5 directions during motion picture recording,
(Video)] namely the vertical direction, horizontal direction, rotation axis, vertical rotation,
and horizontal rotation (5-axis Hybrid Image Stabiliser function).
[ON] / [OFF]
• If you set this item to [ON], [ ] is displayed on the screen while recording
motion pictures.
However, in the Creative Video Mode, [ ] is displayed on the screen at all
times.
• The angle of view may become narrower as compared to that during
recording.
Zoom types and use
Optical Zoom1 You can zoom in without degrading the picture quality.
Maximum magnification: 24x
Extra optical zoom1 This function works when picture sizes with [ ] have been selected
in [Picture Size] (→28). Extra optical zoom allows you to zoom in using
a higher zoom ratio than Optical Zoom, without degrading the picture
quality.
Maximum magnification: 46.9x (Including the optical zoom ratio.
This maximum zoom ratio varies depending on the picture size.)
[i.Zoom]1 You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase
the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited
deterioration of picture quality.
[Digital Zoom]1, 2 Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extra optical zoom. Note that, with Digital
Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality.
● When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.Zoom], you can
only increase the zoom ratio up to 2x.
1 You can not use this function in Panorama Shot Mode.
2 You can not use this function in Intelligent Auto Mode and Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.
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Recording
Recording motion pictures

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. (→35) Audio is recorded in stereo.
1 Press the motion picture button to start

recording
• Recording of motion picture appropriate for each
motion picture mode is possible.
• Immediately release the motion picture button after
pressing it.
• While you are recording motion pictures, the recording Recording state
status indicator (red) will flash. indicator
• With recording in a quiet environment, the
sound of aperture, focus and other actions may
be recorded in motion pictures. This is not a
malfunction.
The focus operation during recording of motion
pictures can be set to [OFF] in [Continuous AF].
• If some information is no longer displayed on the
screen, press the [DISP.] button or touch the monitor. Elapsed recording time
• If you press the shutter button down fully, you can take
Remaining recording time
still pictures while recording motion pictures.
2 Press the motion picture button again to end recording
● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, [ ] is

displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera. Wait until the
camera cools down.
● Motion pictures with their file size set to [FHD], [HD] or [VGA] in [MP4]:
Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes and 59 seconds or the file
size exceeds 4 GB.
• Since the file size becomes larger with [FHD], recording with [FHD] will stop before 29 minutes
59 seconds.
● Motion pictures with their file size set to [4K] in [MP4]:
Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 29 minutes 59 seconds. (You can
continue recording without interruption even if the file exceeds 4 GB, but the motion picture file will
be recorded and played back in separate files.)
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Recording
■ Setting the format, picture size and recording frame rate

→ [Motion Picture] → [Rec Format]
[AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs.

This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other
[MP4]
such devices.
→ [Motion Picture] → [Rec Quality]

When [AVCHD] is selected
Item Picture size Recording frame rate Bit rate (approx.)
[FHD/28M/50p] 1920×1080 50p 28 Mbps
[FHD/17M/50i] 1920×1080 50i 17 Mbps
[FHD/24M/25p] 1920×1080 50i 24 Mbps
[FHD/24M/24p] 1920×1080 24p 24 Mbps
 AVCHD Progressive
When [MP4] is selected
Item Picture size Recording frame rate Bit rate (approx.)
[4K/100M/25p] 3840×2160 25p 100 Mbps
[4K/100M/24p] 3840×2160 24p 100 Mbps
[FHD/28M/50p] 1920×1080 50p 28 Mbps
[FHD/20M/25p] 1920×1080 25p 20 Mbps
[HD/10M/25p] 1280×720 25p 10 Mbps
[VGA/4M/25p] 640×480 25p 4 Mbps
Recording 4K motion pictures

Recording mode:
You can record high-resolution 4K motion pictures by setting [Rec Quality] to [4K].
• To record 4K motion pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. (→16)
• When you record 4K motion pictures, the angle of view will be narrower than motion
pictures of other sizes.
■ To record 4K motion pictures
Select the recording mode (→19)
Set the [Rec Format] in the [Motion Picture] menu to [MP4] (above)
Set [Rec Quality] in the [Motion Picture] menu to [4K/100M/25p] or [4K/100M/24p]
(above)
Press the motion picture button to start recording
Press the motion picture button again to end recording
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Playback
Viewing your pictures
1 Press the Playback button
2 Press
displayed
to select a picture to be
• When you press and hold , the pictures are

displayed one after another.
• Pictures can also be forwarded or rewound by rotating
the rear dial or dragging the screen horizontally (→22).
• If you keep your finger touching the left or right edge of
the screen after scrolling the pictures, the pictures will
continue to be scrolled. (The pictures are displayed in
a reduced size.)
• The playback speed of pictures varies depending on
the playback conditions.
■ Sending pictures to the WEB services

If you press while a single picture is being displayed, you can send the picture to the
WEB service quickly. For details, refer to “Operating Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)”.
■ Ending Playback
Press the Playback button again or press the Motion picture button.
The Playback can also be ended by pressing the shutter button halfway.
● When the camera is switched to the playback screen from the recording screen, the lens barrel is
retracted after approx. 15 seconds.
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Playback
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
• Touching [
to start playback
] in the middle of the screen allows you
to play back motion pictures.
Motion picture recording time

Example:
29 minutes and 30 seconds:
[29m30s]
■ Operations during motion picture playback

Button operation Touch operation Description
Play/pause
Fast rewind1
Single-frame rewind2 (while paused)
Volume down
Stop
Fast forward1
Single-frame forward (while paused)
Volume up
1 The fast forward or rewind speed increases if you press again.

2 Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] are rewound frame by frame approximately every
0.5 seconds.
• If you press [MENU/SET] during a pause, you can create a picture from a motion
picture.
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Playback
Deleting pictures
Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.
[Delete Single]
1 Press [Q.MENU ] button to delete displayed

picture
• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ].
2 Use to select [Delete Single] and press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the
operation is executed.
To delete multiple (up to 100)/To delete all pictures

A picture group is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are
deleted.)
1 Press [Q.MENU ] button while viewing a picture (Step 1 above)
2 Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET]
• When [Delete All] is selected → A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the
operation is executed.
• You can select [All Delete Except Favorite] in [Delete All] if there are pictures that have been set
as [Favorite].
3 (When [Delete Multi] is selected) Picture selected

Use to select picture and press [MENU/SET]
(repeat)
• To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again.
4 (When [Delete Multi] is selected)

Use to select [OK] and press [MENU/SET]
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Playback
Using the [Playback] menu
[RAW Processing]
You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in RAW format
(→28). The created still pictures are saved in JPEG format. You can check how effects
are applied to each picture while processing it.
1 Set the menu (→23)

→ [Playback] → [RAW Processing]
2 Press to select RAW file and press [MENU/SET]
3 Press to select the item
[White Balance] [Shadow]

[Exposure Comp.] [Saturation] / [Color Tone]
[Photo Style] [Filter Effect]
[i.Dynamic] [Noise Reduction]
[Contrast] [i.Resolution]
[Highlight] [Sharpness]
[Setup] ([Reinstate Adjustments] / [Color Space] / [Picture Size])
 Only when [Monochrome] is selected for [Photo Style].
4 Press [MENU/SET] to set
• The setting methods vary depending on the item.
5 Press [MENU/SET]
• The screen in step 3 reappears. To set another item, repeat steps 3 to 5.
6 Press to select [Begin Processing] and press [MENU/SET]

■ When [Setup] is selected

When you select [Setup] in step 3, the screen for selecting [Reinstate Adjustments],
[Color Space], or [Picture Size] is displayed.
Use to select the item and press [MENU/SET]
• When [Reinstate Adjustments] is selected, confirmation screen is displayed. When you select
[Yes], the item selection screen reappears.
Use to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]
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Playback
■ Setting each item

When you select an item, the setting screen appears.
Drag Used to make adjustments
Used to display the colour temperature setting screen
[WB K Set]
(Only when [White Balance] is set to [ ])
Used to display the White Balance fine adjustment
[Adjust.] screen
(Only when [White Balance] is set)
[DISP.] [DISP.] Used to display the comparison screen
Used to finalise an adjustment you just made and to
[MENU/SET] [Set]
return to the item selection screen
• If you have selected [Noise Reduction], [i.Resolution], or [Sharpness], the comparison

screen is not displayed.
• Pictures can be enlarged by operating the zoom lever. You can also zoom in by
quickly touching the touch screen twice. (If the display was enlarged, it returns to the
same magnification ratio.)
The following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison
screen.
Drag Used to make adjustments
[DISP.] [DISP.] Used to return to the setting screen
Used to finalise an adjustment you just made and to
[MENU/SET] [Set]
return to the item selection screen
• If you touch the picture at the centre, it will be enlarged. If you touch [ ], the picture
will be reduced to the original size.
● The result of a RAW file developed by this camera and a RAW file developed by the supplied DVD
software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio” will not be exactly the same.
● Regardless of the aspect ratio of the picture during recording, a RAW image recorded on this
camera is always recorded with the aspect ratio set to [4:3] (4000×3000), but if you perform [RAW
Processing] from the [Playback] menu, the picture will be processed with the aspect ratio fixed as
that at the time of recording.
● You can perform RAW processing on pictures recorded using this unit only.
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Wi-Fi
What you can do with the Wi-Fi® function
Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet (→42)

Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) (→44)
Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone (→44)
Saving pictures in the camera to a smartphone (→44)
Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services (→44)
Adding location information to pictures in the camera from a smartphone (→45)
Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your
preference on a smartphone (→45)
■ Connect easily
You can easily set up a direct connection to your smartphone without entering a
password.
Displaying still pictures on a TV

Wireless printing
Sending pictures to AV device
Sending pictures to a PC
Using WEB services
• Hereafter, this manual uses the term “smartphone” for both smartphones and tablets
unless it is necessary to distinguish between them.
• For details, refer to “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”.
• The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection.
About the [Wi-Fi] button

In this operating instructions, a function button to which [Wi-Fi] is assigned is referred to
as the [Wi-Fi] button. (At the time of purchase, [Wi-Fi] is assigned to [Fn5] button.)
• For details on the function button, refer to (→24).
■ To start up the Wi-Fi function
Touch [ ]
Touch [ ]
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Wi-Fi
Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone
Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App”

The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone to
perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX.
For Android™ apps For iOS apps
Supported OS Android 4.0 or later iOS 6.0 or later
(iPhone 3GS is not supported.)
Installation Connect your Android device to a Connect the iOS device to the
procedure network network
Select “Google PlayTM Store” Select “App StoreSM”
Enter “Panasonic Image App” or Enter “Panasonic Image App” or
“LUMIX” to search for the app “LUMIX” to search for the app
Select “Panasonic Image App” and Select “Panasonic Image App” and
install it install it
• The icon will be added to • The icon will be added to
the menu. the menu.
• Use the latest version.

• Supported OS versions as of July 2015. Supported OS versions may be changed
without prior notice.
• For details about the operating procedure, etc., refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu.
• If you connect the camera and smartphone over a Wi-Fi connection and run “Image
App”, [Help] may not be displayed in the “Image App” menu for some smartphones. In
such a case, disconnect the Wi-Fi connection with the camera, connect the camera to
a cellular data line such as 3G and LTE, or the Internet to display [Help] in the “Image
App” menu.
• Some of the screens and information provided in this document may be different
depending on the supported operating system and “Image App” version.
• The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone
being used.
For the latest information on the “Image App”, refer to the support site below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.)
• When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may
be incurred depending on the details of your contract.
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Connecting to a smartphone
For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices
Connecting without entering the password
You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this unit without entering a password on
your smartphone.
1 Select the menu on the camera (→23)
→ [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection]
→ [Remote Shooting & View]
• The information required for directly connecting your smartphone
to this unit (SSID) is displayed.
• You can also display the information by pressing [Wi-Fi] button
on the camera.
2 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the

smartphone
3 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera
4 On the smartphone, start “Image App”

• When the connection confirmation screen appears on the camera, select
[Yes] and press [MENU/SET]. (Only when making a connection for the first
time.)
[Wi-Fi Password] is set to [OFF] at the time of purchase. In [OFF] state, a third
party can tap into the Wi-Fi transmission and steal transmitted data.
Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON].
For details, refer to “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”.
Closing the connection

After use, close the connection with the smartphone.
(On the camera)
1 On the recording standby screen, terminate the connection from the menu of
the camera
→ [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Yes]
• You can also terminate the connection by pressing [Wi-Fi] button on the camera.
(On your smartphone)
2 Close “Image App”

• For details on how to close the application, refer to the operating instructions of your device.
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Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording)

1 Connect to a smartphone (→43)
2 Operate the smartphone
Select [ ]
Take pictures
• The recorded images are saved in the camera.
• Some settings are not available.
Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone

Select [ ]
• When the picture is touched, it is played back at a larger size.
● When playing back motion pictures, the data size is reduced during transmission of motion pictures
to “Image App”. Therefore, the picture quality may be different from the actual motion picture that
you have recorded. Depending on your smartphone and its usage environment, you may notice
degradation in the picture quality or skipping of sound when playing back motion pictures and still
pictures.
Saving pictures in the camera to a smartphone

Select [ ]
Press and hold the picture and drag it to save it on the
smartphone
● Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.
● Pictures in RAW format, AVCHD motion pictures, MP4 motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] size of
[4K], and 4K burst files cannot be saved.
Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services

Select [ ]
Press and hold the picture and drag it to send it to the
social networking service, etc.
• The picture will be sent to the social networking service or other WEB services.
● Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.
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Adding location information to pictures in the camera from a

smartphone
You can send the location information acquired from a smartphone to the camera. After
the information is sent, you can write it on the pictures in the camera.
GPS Ends location information recording
Sends and writes the location

Starts location information recording information
Start the recording
■ Operate the smartphone

Connect to a smartphone (→43)
Select [ ]
Select [ ]
Select an icon
Start/stop recording location information. ( and above)
• The smartphone battery drains faster while location information is being recorded.
When recording of location information is not necessary, stop it.
Sending and writing location information. ( above)
• Follow the messages on the screen to perform the operation.
•[ ] is displayed for pictures that have location information written to it.
Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie

according to your preference on a smartphone
Using a smartphone, you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera’s
[Snap Movie] function (→52). Music can be added to motion pictures to be combined. In
addition, you can save the combined motion picture or upload it on a web service.
Select [ ]
Select [ ]
• The camera’s [Snap Movie] motion pictures with recent recording dates will be selected and
automatically sent to the smartphone.
• When motion pictures with recent recording dates are not available, a screen that lets you
select motion pictures will be displayed. Select motion pictures and send them.
Edit the motion pictures
• Read the [Help] in the “Image App” menu for further details on how to operate [Snap Movie]
of “Image App”.
● [Snap Movie] of the “Image App” requires a smartphone that supports Android OS 4.3 or higher.
● The iPhone 4 and iPod touch (4th generation) do not support [Snap Movie] of the “Image App”.
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Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied disc.
■ For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the disc containing the Operating Instructions (supplied)
• If the automatic playback screen is displayed, you can display the menu by selecting and
executing [Launcher.exe].
• In Windows 8.1/Windows 8, you can display the menu by clicking a message that is displayed
after inserting the disc and then selecting and executing [Launcher.exe].
• You can also display the menu by double-clicking [SFMXXXX] in [Computer]. (The “XXXX”
portion differs depending on the model.)
Click [Operating Instructions]
• The list of Operating Instructions (PDF format) will be displayed.
Click the language of the Operating Instructions you want to open
• The “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” will open. You can save the
“Operating Instructions for advanced features” on the PC.
● You will need Adobe Reader to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). You can
download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following
website. (As of July 2015)
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
■ For Mac
Turn the PC on and insert the disc containing the Operating Instructions (supplied)
Open the “Manual” folder in the disc
Double click the [INDEX.pdf]
• The list of Operating Instructions (PDF format) will be displayed.
Click the language of the Operating Instructions you want to open
• The “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” will open. You can save the
“Operating Instructions for advanced features” on the PC.
● You can also open the “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” directly from
the “Manual” folder.
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About supplied software

The supplied DVD contains the following software.
Install the software on your computer before using.
PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.7 PE
• Supported OS: Windows 8.1 / Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista
• Refer to the Operating Instructions of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (PDF) for further information
about the operating environment.
SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.3 SE
Mac OS X v10.6 to v10.10
• For details on the operating environment and how to use the SILKYPIX Developer
Studio, refer to the “Help” or the Ichikawa Soft Laboratory’s support website:
http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/support/
LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version
• For more information on how to use LoiLoScope and its operating environment,
read the LoiLoScope manual available for download at the link below.
Manual URL: http://loilo.tv/product/20
Installing supplied software

The software compatible with your PC will be installed.
Preparations
• Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software.
• Before inserting the DVD (supplied), close all running applications.
1 Insert the DVD with the supplied software

• If the automatic playback screen is displayed, you can display the menu by selecting and
executing [Launcher.exe].
• In Windows 8.1/Windows 8, you can display the menu by clicking a message that is displayed
after inserting the DVD and then selecting and executing [Launcher.exe].
• You can also display the menu by double-clicking [SFMXXXX] in [Computer]. (The “XXXX”
portion differs depending on the model.)
2 Click [Applications]
3 Click [Recommended Installation]

• Continue the installation procedure following the instructions displayed on the screen.
● If you are using a Mac, you can manually install SILKYPIX.
Insert the DVD with the supplied software
Double-click the application folder on the DVD
Double-click the folder that automatically appears
Double-click the icon in the folder
● PHOTOfunSTUDIO / LoiLoScope are not compatible with Mac.
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List of monitor/viewfinder displays

• The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor
style) in the monitor.
In recording
[Peaking] (→29)
[Highlight Shadow]
Recording mode (→19) [HDR]/[iHDR] (→26)
1
[Multi Exp.]
Custom Set
[Conversion]
[Photo Style] Electronic shutter
Picture Mode (Photo Priority)
Flash Mode
Overheat indicator (→34, 55)
Flash
[Rec Format]/[Rec Quality]
50p
(→35)
[Snap Movie]
[Aspect Ratio] (→27)/
[Picture Size] (→28)
Image size (Panorama Shot
Mode)
Picture effect (Filter)
adjustment display
EXPS Types of picture effects (Filter)
Card (displayed only during
recording)
XXhXXmXXs Elapsed recording time1 (→34)
Simultaneous recording
indicator
Automatic switching between
viewfinder and monitor (→22)
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[Quality] (→28) AF area

200fps 100fps [High Speed Video] Spot metering target
AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (→29) Centre marker display
AF Mode [Self Timer]4 (→30)

[Zoom Mic]
[Pull Focus]
[Mic Level Disp.]
[Face Recog.]
[Mic Level Limiter] ([OFF])
AFL AF Lock
[Silent Mode]
Burst (→30)
External Microphone
[4K PHOTO] (→31)
AEL AE Lock
[Auto Bracket] (→30)
[Metering Mode]
[Self Timer] (→30)
Programme Shift
Remaining battery
2.8 Aperture value (→18)
Macro recording
60 Shutter speed (→18)
[Level Shot]
Exposure compensation value
[Stabilizer]
Brightness (exposure) (→26)
Jitter alert
Manual Exposure Assist
Recording state (Flashes red.)
(→34)/ ISO sensitivity
Focus (Lights green.) (→18)
Focus (Under low illumination)
Focus (Starlight AF)
Wi-Fi connection status
Histogram
Name2
Travel elapsed days3
Age in years/months2
Location3
Current date/time3
Travel destination setting3:
Exposure meter
Zoom
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[Dial Guide] Touch tab

White Balance Bracket Touch zoom
White Balance Fine Adjustment Touch Shutter
White Balance [Touch AE]
Colouring (→26) [Peaking]
Number of recordable
98
pictures5 Function buttons (→24, 41)
RXXmXXs Available recording time1, 5
Colouring (→26)
Defocus control function
(→26)
Brightness (exposure) (→26)
Type of defocus ([Miniature
Effect])
[One Point Color]
[Sunshine]
Picture effect (Filter)
adjustment display
Picture effects (Filter)
Aperture value (→18)
Shutter speed (→18)
ISO sensitivity
[Mic Level Adj.]
1 [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.

2 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on if the [Profile Setup] setting is
set.
3 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after
switching from Playback Mode to Recording mode.
4 This is displayed during countdown.
5 It is possible to switch the display between the number of recordable pictures and available
recording time with the [Remaining Disp.] setting in the [Custom] menu.
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■ On-monitor recording information
Single (→30)
Recording mode (→19) Burst (→30)
[4K PHOTO] (→31)
F2.8 Aperture value (→18)
[Auto Bracket] (→30)
1/60 Shutter speed (→18)
[Self Timer] (→30)
Remaining battery
AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (→19, 29)
AF Mode
ISO sensitivity
Exposure compensation value [Quality] (→28)
Brightness (exposure) (→26) [Aspect Ratio] (→27)/

[Picture Size] (→28)
Manual Exposure Assist
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi (→41)
Flash Mode
Function button setting (→24)
Flash
[Photo Style]
AWB
White Balance
[i.Dynamic]
[Metering Mode]
98 Number of recordable pictures
RXXmXXs Available recording time
 [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.
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Menu list
• The [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow],
[i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [i.Zoom], [Digital Zoom], and
[Conversion] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a
setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also
be changed automatically.
[Rec]
[Photo Style] [i.Dynamic] [ISO Limit Set]
[Filter Settings] [i.Resolution] [ISO Increments]
[Aspect Ratio] [iHandheld Night Shot] [Diffraction Compensation]
[Picture Size] [iHDR] [i.Zoom]
[Quality] [HDR] [Digital Zoom]
[AFS/AFF] [Multi Exp.] [Conversion]
[Metering Mode] [Time Lapse Shot] [Color Space]
[Burst Rate] [Stop Motion Animation] [Stabilizer]
[4K PHOTO] [Panorama Settings] [Face Recog.]
[Auto Bracket] [Shutter Type] [Profile Setup]
[Self Timer] [Flash]
[Highlight Shadow] [Red-Eye Removal]
[Motion Picture]
[Snap Movie] [Continuous AF] [Special Mic.]
[Rec Format] [Level Shot] [Mic Level Limiter]
[Rec Quality] [Flkr Decrease] [Wind Noise Canceller]
[Exposure Mode] [Silent Operation] [Wind Cut]
[High Speed Video] [Mic Level Disp.] [Zoom Mic]
[Picture Mode] [Mic Level Adj.]
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[Custom]
[Cust.Set Mem.] [MF Guide] [Remaining Disp.]
[Silent Mode] [Peaking] [Auto Review]
[AF/AE Lock] [Histogram] [Fn Button Set]
[AF/AE Lock Hold] [Guide Line] [Side Button Setting]
[Shutter AF] [Center Marker] [Zoom lever]
[Half Press Release] [Highlight] [Side Lever]
[Quick AF] [Zebra Pattern] [Zoom Resume]
[Eye Sensor AF] [Monochrome Live View] [Q.MENU]
[Pinpoint AF Time] [Constant Preview] [Dial Set.]
[Pinpoint AF Display] (M Mode) [Video Button]
[AF Assist Lamp] [Expo.Meter] [Eye Sensor]
[Direct Focus Area] [Dial Guide] [Touch Settings]
[Focus/Release Priority] [LVF Disp.Style] [Touch Scroll]
[AF+MF] [Monitor Disp. Style] [Menu Guide]
[MF Assist] [Monitor Info. Disp.]
[MF Assist Display] [Rec Area]
[Setup]
[Clock Set] [Monitor Luminance] [Version Disp.]
[World Time] [Economy] [Exposure Comp. Reset]
[Travel Date] [USB Mode] [Self Timer Auto Off]
[Wi-Fi] [TV Connection] [No.Reset]
[Beep] [Menu Resume] [Reset]
[Live View Mode] [Menu Background] [Reset Wi-Fi Settings]
[Monitor Display]/ [Menu Information] [Format]
[Viewfinder] [Language]
[Playback]
[Slide Show] [Video Divide] [Favorite]
[Playback Mode] [Time Lapse Video] [Print Set]
[Location Logging] [Stop Motion Video] [Protect]
[RAW Processing] [Resize] [Face Rec Edit]
[Clear Retouch] [Cropping] [Picture Sort]
[Title Edit] [Rotate] [Delete Confirmation]
[Text Stamp] [Rotate Disp.]
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Q&A Troubleshooting
• Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue.

• Further information is provided in the “Operating Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section.
Camera does not work even if the camera is turned on. Camera switches off as soon as the
camera is turned on.
• Battery needs recharging.
• If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted.
→ Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] etc.
This unit is turned off automatically.
• [Economy] is activated.
• The linked operation of VIERA Link (HDMI) is enabled.
→ If you are not using VIERA Link (HDMI), set [VIERA Link] to [OFF].
The battery runs down quickly.
• The drive mode is set to [4K PHOTO] and [4K PHOTO] is set to [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]).
→ When [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) has been selected, the battery drains faster.
Select [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) only when recording.
Cannot record pictures. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is
pressed.
• When the drive mode is set to [4K PHOTO] and [4K PHOTO] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] ([4K
Pre-Burst]), the camera temperature rises. In some cases, the camera may display [ ], switch to
[ ] ([4K Burst]) and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down.
Focus not aligned correctly.
• Subject outside of focus range.
• Caused by jitter or subject movement.
• [Focus/Release Priority] is set to [RELEASE]. (→53)
• [Shutter AF] is set to [OFF]. (→53)
• AF Lock is set inappropriately.
Recorded pictures are blurred. The stabiliser function ineffective.
• Shutter speed is slower in dark locations and the stabiliser function is less effective.
→ Hold camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body.
→ Use a tripod and the self-timer when using a slower shutter speed.
• If you take a picture of a moving subject using the electronic shutter, the subject in the picture may
be skewed in some cases.
Subject appears skewed in pictures.
• If you take a picture of a moving subject in the electronic shutter mode, motion picture recording
mode, or 4K photo recording mode, the subject in the picture may be skewed in some cases.
This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. This is not a
malfunction.
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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 the electronic shutter, the striping may be reduced by setting a
slower shutter speed.
• When noticeable flicker or striping is seen under lighting such as a fluorescent or LED lighting
fixture in the motion picture recording mode, you can reduce the flicker or striping by setting up
[Flkr Decrease] (→52) and fixing the shutter speed. It is possible to select a shutter speed from
[1/50], [1/60], [1/100], or [1/120]. You can set the shutter speed manually in the Creative Video
Mode. (→27)
Brightness or colouring of recorded picture different from real life.
• When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may
introduce slight changes to brightness and colour. These are a result of the characteristics of the
light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
• When recording subjects in extremely bright locations or recording under fluorescent lighting, LED
lighting fixture, mercury lamp, sodium lighting etc., the colours and screen brightness may change
or horizontal striping may appear on the screen.
4K photo recording stops before finishing.
• When the ambient temperature is high or recording with [ ] ([4K Burst]) or [ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)])
of the 4K Photo function is performed continuously, the camera may display [ ] and stop the
recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down.
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 recorded continuously, the camera may
display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down.
The screen turns momentarily black or noise is recorded.
• While motion pictures are being recorded, the screen may momentarily turn black or noise may be
recorded due to static electricity or strong electromagnetic waves (radio transmitters, high-voltage
lines, etc.) under some environmental conditions.
Sometimes focus adjustment with Auto Focus mode is difficult while recording 4K motion
pictures.
• This may occur when taking a picture by reducing the Auto Focus speed in order to adjust the
focus at high precision. This is not a malfunction.
No flash emitted.
The flash becomes unavailable in the following cases.
• The flash is closed.
• When the electronic shutter is used
→ Set [Shutter Type] to [AUTO] or [MSHTR].
• When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON]
→ Set [Silent Mode] to [OFF].
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The flash fires twice.

• The flash fires twice. (Except when [Firing Mode] (→52) of [Flash] is set to [MANUAL]) When red-
eye reduction is set, the firing interval will be longer. Make sure that the subject does not move until
the second firing is completed.
Cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures.
• A card is not inserted in the camera.
• There is no picture on the card to play back.
• Has the file name of the picture been changed on a computer? If so, it cannot be played back on
the camera.
→ It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” software in the DVD (supplied) to write
pictures from PC to card. (→47)
• [Playback Mode] (→53) is set to other than [Normal Play].
→ Set [Playback Mode] to [Normal Play].
Folder/file number displayed as [-]. Picture is black.
• Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was
taken by another device?
• Battery removed immediately after picture taken, or picture taken with low battery.
→ Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→16)
[Thumbnail is displayed] is shown on the screen.
• The pictures may have been recorded on another device. If so, they may be displayed with poor
picture quality.
Motion pictures taken with this camera cannot be played in other cameras.
• Even if a motion picture is played back on a compatible device, it may have bad picture quality or
sound quality upon playback, or it may not be played back. Also, the recording information may not
be displayed correctly.
It cannot connect to the wireless LAN. 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 microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency
operated nearby?
→ Radio waves may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use them sufficiently away from
the device.
• When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the
connection may be disrupted. (A message such as [Communication error] is displayed.)
• When this unit is placed on a metal table or shelf, the connection may not be established easily
because the camera is affected by radio waves. Use the camera away from metal surfaces.
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It cannot connect to the wireless LAN. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point
is not displayed. (continued)
About a wireless access point
• Check if the wireless access point to connect is in operating state.
• The camera may not display or connect to a wireless access point depending on the radio wave
condition.
→ Perform the connection closer to the wireless access point.
→ Remove the obstacles between this unit and the wireless access point.
→ Change the direction of this unit.
→ Move the location or change the angle of the wireless access point.
→ Perform the [Manual Input].
• It may not display even if the radio waves exist depending on the setting of the wireless access
point.
• Is the network SSID of the wireless access point set not to broadcast?
→ It may not be detected when it is set not to broadcast. Enter and set the network SSID.
Alternatively, set the network SSID of the wireless access point to broadcast.
• Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access
point.
→ Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access point.
• Is the 5 GHz/2.4 GHz switchable wireless access point connected to other equipment using the
5 GHz band?
→ The use of a wireless access point that can use 5 GHz/2.4 GHz simultaneously is
recommended. It cannot be used simultaneously with this camera if it is not compatible.
The camera cannot be connected to Mac computer/Windows PC via Wi-Fi connection.
→ When the system time of Mac computer or Windows PC connected to a camera differs severely
from that of the camera, the camera cannot be connected to the computer or PC in some OSs.
Please confirm clock set and world time of the camera matches with time, date and time zone in
Windows PC or Mac computer. When both settings do not match severely, please match them.
I am having a problem connecting to my Windows 8 PC. The user name and password are not
recognised.
• Depending on the OS version, on Windows 8, for example, there are two types of user account
(local account/Microsoft account).
→ Be sure to set the local account and use the user name and password for the local account.
The Wi-Fi connection is not recognising my PC.
• By default, the Wi-Fi connection uses the default workgroup name of “WORKGROUP”. If the name
of the workgroup has been changed, it will not be recognised.
→ Select [PC Connection] then [Change Workgroup Name] in the [Wi-Fi Setup] to change the
workgroup name to match that of your PC.
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Pictures cannot be transmitted to the computer.

• If a firewall is enabled by the OS or security software, this unit may be unable to connect to the
computer.
Transmission of the image fails midway. There is an image that could not be transmitted.
• Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red.
• Is the size of the image too large?
→ Divide the motion picture using [Video Divide]. (→53)
→ Reduce the image size at [Size], and then send.
• File format of the picture that can be sent differs depending on the destination.
• Capacity or number of images in the WEB service is full.
→ Login to “LUMIX CLUB”, and check the status of the destination on the WEB service link
settings.
Cannot play motion pictures on TV.
• Card is inserted into TV.
→ Connect with AV cable (optional) or HDMI micro cable and play on camera.
VIERA Link (HDMI) is not working.
• Is the HDMI micro cable connected correctly?
→ Check that the HDMI micro cable is fully inserted.
• Is the camera’s [VIERA Link] setting set to [ON]?
→ The input setting may not be able to be changed automatically with certain television HDMI
sockets. In this case, please change the input setting with your television’s remote control
(consult your television’s operating instructions for details).
→ Check the VIERA Link (HDMI) settings on the device you are connecting to.
→ Turn the camera off and on again.
→ Turn the “VIERA Link control (HDMI device control)” setting on your television (VIERA) to off and
then to on again. (Consult your VIERA’s operating instructions for details.)
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 camera, the lens may make
a noise while adjusting the aperture. This is not a malfunction.
Zooming stops instantaneously.
• When using the Extra Optical Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a
malfunction.
Camera is hot.
• Camera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or quality.
Clock is incorrect.
• If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset.
→ Reset the clock (→17).
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Specifications
Digital Camera: Information for your safety
Power Source DC 8.4 V ( 8.4 V)

Power 2.1 W (When recording with monitor)
Consumption 2.4 W (When recording with viewfinder)
1.6 W (When playing back with monitor)
1.6 W (When playing back with viewfinder)
Camera effective
12,100,000 pixels
pixels
Image sensor 1/2.3″ MOS sensor,
total pixel number 12,800,000 pixels
Primary colour filter
Lens Optical 24x zoom
f=4.5 mm to 108 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 25 mm to 600 mm)
Max. Wide: F2.8 to F8.0
(When recording motion pictures: F2.8 to F11)
Max. Tele: F2.8 to F8.0
(When recording motion pictures: F2.8 to F11)
Filter diameter Φ52 mm
Image Stabiliser Optical method
Focus range AF:
30 cm (Max. Wide) / 2 m (Max. Tele) to
AF Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Motion picture:
1 cm (Max. Wide) / 1 m (Max. Tele) to
Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter
Minimum Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is
Illumination 1/25th of a second)
Shutter speed Still picture:
B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 60 seconds),
60 seconds to 1/4000th of a second
(When the mechanical shutter is used),
1 second to 1/16000th of a second
(When the electronic shutter is used)
Motion picture:
1/25th of a second to 1/16000th of a second,
1/2 second to 1/16000th of a second
(When [M] is selected in Creative Video Mode, MF)
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Others
Exposure (AE) Programme AE (P) / Aperture-priority AE (A) /

Shutter-priority AE (S) / Manual exposure (M) / AUTO
Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV steps, -3 EV to +3 EV)
[Metering Mode] Multiple/Centre weighted/Spot
Monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 1,040,000 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Touch screen
Viewfinder 0.39″ OLED Live Viewfinder (4:3) (Approx. 1,440,000 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
[Magnification approx. 3.88x, 0.7x (35 mm film camera
equivalent), with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1]
(with diopter adjustment -4.0 to +4.0 diopter)
Flash Built-in pop up flash
AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON,
Forced ON/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync.,
Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction, Forced OFF
Microphones Stereo
Speaker Monaural
Recording media SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card
 UHS- UHS Speed Class 3
Recording file
format
Still picture RAW/JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File system,
based on Exif 2.3 standard / DPOF corresponding)
Motion picture AVCHD Progressive / AVCHD / MP4
Audio compression AVCHD: Dolby® Digital (2 ch)
format MP4: AAC (2 ch)
Interface
Digital USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Analogue video NTSC / PAL Composite (Switched by menu)
Audio Audio line output (Monaural)
Terminal
[REMOTE] Φ2.5 mm jack
[HDMI] MicroHDMI Type D
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin)
[MIC] Φ3.5 mm jack
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Others
Dimensions Approx. 131.6 mm (W) x 91.5 mm (H) x 117.1 mm (D)

(excluding the projection part)
Mass With card and battery: Approx. 691
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 640
Operating
0 °C to 40 °C
temperature
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH
Dust-proof and
Yes
splash-proof
■ Wi-Fi
Compliance
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol)
standard
Frequency range
used 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11 ch)
(central frequency)
Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WPA™/WPA2™
Access method Infrastructure mode
■ Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A80D):

Information for your safety
Input: AC~110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A

AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 14 VA (100 V) to 22 VA (240 V)
(for Japan)
Output: DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (for Japan)
■ Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLC12E):

Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1200 mAh
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Others
Digital Camera Accessory System

Description Accessory#
Battery pack DMW-BLC12
AC adaptor1 DMW-AC10
DC coupler1 DMW-DCC8
Lens adaptor DMW-LA7
Tele conversion lens2 DMW-LT55
Close-up lens2 DMW-LC55
MC protector DMW-LMC52
ND filter DMW-LND52
PL filter (Circular type) DMW-LPL52
Flash DMW-FL360L / DMW-FL580L
LED video light VW-LED1
Shutter remote control DMW-RSL1
Stereo shotgun microphone DMW-MS2
Stereo microphone VW-VMS10
AV cable DMW-AVC1
USB connection cable DMW-USBC1
1 The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (optional).
The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
2 The lens adaptor (DMW-LA7: optional) is necessary to attach a tele conversion lens or close-up
lens.
● Part numbers are as of July 2015. These may be subject to change.
● Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
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● SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
● 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.
● “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
● Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
● Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States
and/or other countries.
● Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
● Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
● iPad, iPhone, iPod, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
● App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
● Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
● The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
● The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Identifier mark is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
● “Wi-Fi®” and “Wi-Fi Direct®” are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
● “Wi-Fi Protected Setup™”, “WPA™”, and “WPA2™” are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
● DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification
marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
● QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
● This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a registered
trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.
● Other names, company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions are
trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.
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Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
© Panasonic Corporation 2015

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Information for Your Safety

■ Product identification marking

■ About the battery pack

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

■ Setting the menu ............................... 23 ■ Correcting jitter ................................. 33

■ About the symbols in the text

■ Caring for your camera

Battery charger is indicated as battery USB connection cable

• Cards are optional.

Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 Shoulder strap eyelet (→13) 15 Hot shoe

26 Touch screen / monitor (→17, 22, 48) 38 [HDMI] socket

Attaching the Lens Hood

1 Align the mounting

2 Turn the lens hood in the

3 Turn the lens hood until it clicks

Attaching the Lens Cap

Pinch here to attach or

1 Pass the string through the hole on the camera

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Charging the battery

2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet

3 Detach the battery after charging is completed

■ Notes on charging time

Inserting and removing the battery/the card (optional)

■ About the Card

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

■ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings

[MP4] [4K]/[High Speed Video] UHS Speed Class 3

When recording 4K photos UHS Speed Class 3

Formatting the card (initialisation)

Opening the Monitor

Setting the clock

Zoom lever/Side lever (Use zoom)

T side: Telephoto, Enlarge the subject

● Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.

Shutter button (Taking pictures)

1 Press the shutter button halfway (press lightly) to

2 Press the shutter button fully (push the button all

Mode dial (Select the recording mode)

1 Set to the desired recording mode

Intelligent Auto Mode (→25)

Focus mode lever

Side dial / Rear dial

Rotating the side dial: Rotating the rear dial:

Mode dial Rear dial1

Temporarily changing the items assigned to the side/rear dials

1 Press [Fn2] button

2 Rotate the side/rear dial while the guide is displayed

3 Press [MENU/SET] to set

■ Calling the function for supporting the focus operation

■ Switching the operation of the side dial

 If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], the

Touch screen (Touch operations)

Setting the menu

1 Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu

2 Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]