Panasonic DMC-LX100 manual

SQT0375 M0914KZ0 Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-LX100 EB 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.[...]

2 SQT0375 (ENG) 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 t[...]

3 SQT0375 (ENG) ■ 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 le[...]

4 SQT0375 (ENG) Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby , “ Panasonic Corporation ” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www .doc.panasonic.de Contact[...]

5 SQT0375 (ENG) Caution for AC Mains Lead For your safety , please read the following text carefully . This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that i[...]

6 SQT0375 (ENG) Contents ■ Information for Y our Safety ......... 2 Preparations ■ Before use ..................................... 8 ■ Standard accessories ..................9 ■ Names and Functions of Main Parts ...................................10 ■ Preparations ................................ 13 Attaching the lens cap and shoulder st[...]

7 SQT0375 (ENG) ■ About the symbols in the text Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button. Indicates that the Wi-Fi setting can be made by pressing [Wi-Fi] button. Configurations that can be performed in the [Custom] menu. T ips for skilful use and points for recording. Conditions in which a particular function cannot be us[...]

8 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Before use ■ Camera handling ● Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera. ● Do not allow camera to come [...]

9 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of September 2014. These may be subject to change. Battery pack DMW-BLG10E • Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. Battery charger DE-A98A Battery cha[...]

10 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Self-timer indicator ( → 54) / AF Assist Lamp 2 Control ring ( → 22) 3 Aspect ratio selector switch ( → 43) 4 Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) ( → 58) • The hot shoe cover is already attached to the hot shoe at the time of purchase. • Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of chil[...]

11 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations 18 Speaker Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger . Doing so may make sound difficult to hear . 19 T ripod mount Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer screw . Doing so may damage this unit. It may not be possible to attach certain types of tripods properly . 20 DC coupler cover •[...]

12 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations 35 34 33 31 32 27 Strap eyelet ( → 13) 31 Wi-Fi ® antenna 32 Wi-Fi connection lamp ( → 60) 33 [Wi-Fi] button ( → 60) / [Fn2] button ( → 21) 34 Motion picture button ( → 37) 35 [AF/AE LOCK] button ( → 47) 36 NFC antenna ( → 63) 37 [Q.MENU] button ( → 21) 38 Playback button 39 [Fn1] button ( → 21) / [ [...]

13 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Attaching the lens cap and shoulder strap Cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it when you are not taking pictures. We recommend attaching the lens cap to the camera using the lens cap string to prevent loss of the lens cap. We also recommend attaching the shoulder strap to prevent the camera from being dropped.[...]

14 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Charging the battery The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLG10E. 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 [...]

15 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations ■ Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time Recording still pictures (When using monitor) Number of recordable pictures Approx. 350 pictures (Approx. 300 pictures) Recording time Approx. 175 min (Approx. 150 min) • The values when the flash (supplied) is used are provided in parentheses. Recor[...]

16 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Inserting and removing the battery/the card (optional) • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLG10E). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 1 Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Release lever Do not touch the terminal Lever 2[...]

17 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations ■ About the motion picture recording and speed class According to the [Rec Format] ( → 38) and [Rec Quality] ( → 38) of a motion picture, the required card differs. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card r[...]

18 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations ■ Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. When [Rec Format] is [A VCHD] [Rec Quality] 16 GB 64 GB [FHD/28M/50p] 1h15m00s 5h00m00s [FHD/17M/50i] 2h00m0[...]

19 SQT0375 (ENG) Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 T urn the camera on 2 Press [MENU/SET] 3 Press to select the items (year, month, day , hour , minute), and press to set • T o cancel → Press [ ] button. T o set the display order or time display format • Select [Style] and press [MENU/SET] to di[...]

20 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics Example: T o change the [Quality] setting from [ ] to [ ] in the [Rec] menu 1 Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu [Rec] ( → 80) Y ou can perform settings for picture size and the flash. [Motion Picture] ( → 82) Y ou can select the recording format and picture quality and other settings. [Custom] ( → 82) Operation of [...]

21 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics ■ Switching menu type Example: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu 1 Press 2 Press to select a menu switch icon [ ] • Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. 3 Press [MENU/SET] • Select the menu item and perform the setting. ● The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the[...]

22 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics Y ou can use the control ring to change the settings of the unit. Items that can be set by the control ring vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Recording mode Setting [Intelligent Auto] Mode Step Zoom ( → 57) [Program AE] Mode Step Zoom ( → 57) [Aperture-Priority] Mode Step Zoom ( [...]

23 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics Changing the settings assigned to the control ring Changes the settings assigned to the control ring. 1 Set the menu → [Custom] → [Control Ring] 2 Use to select the setting and press [MENU/SET] • [DEFL T] [Normal] • [Step Zoom] ( → 57) • [White Balance] ( → 42) • [OFF] [Not Set] • [Zoom] ( → 56) • [Sens[...]

24 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics • T o avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart. • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures. • Do not block the AF Assist Lamp, or the flash when you take a picture using it. Do not look at i[...]

25 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures • Press the [ ] button ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ] ([Single]). 1 Select the recording mode • Each time you press the [iA] button, the recording mode will switch between and / / / . [Intelligent Auto] Mode ( → 26) T ake pictures with automatic settings. [Program AE] Mode ( → 29) Record pictures w[...]

26 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking 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. The camera optimises the settings and the following functions are activated automatically . • Autom[...]

27 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics ■ Flash When the [ON/OFF] switch for the flash (supplied/optional) is set to [OFF], the flash is set to [ ] (Forced Flash Of f). When the [ON/OFF] switch is set to [ON], the flash is set to [ ] (AUTO). When the flash is turned on, the camera automatically sets [ ], [ ] (Auto/Red-Eye Reduction), [ ], or [ ] based on the typ[...]

28 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures after setting the aperture value and shutter speed Recording mode: Y ou can set the exposure using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Y ou can also record pictures by applying picture effects. ( → 42) 1 T urn[...]

29 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter speed ([Program AE] Mode) T ake pictures using automatic aperture values and shutter speed settings in accordance with the brightness of a subject. 1 T urn the aperture ring to select [A] (AUTO) 2 T urn the shutter speed dial to select [A] (AUTO) [Pr[...]

30 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures by setting the aperture value ([Aperture-Priority] Mode) When the aperture value is increased, the range of depth in focus expands, and the picture shows up clearly from the position of the camera to the background. When the aperture value is reduced, the range of depth in focus shrinks, and the background c[...]

31 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures by setting the shutter speed ([Shutter-Priority] Mode) When you increase the shutter speed, you can reduce jitter when recording a subject. When you decrease the shutter speed, the subject’s movement is shown. 1 T urn the aperture ring to select [A] (AUTO) 2 T urn the shutter speed dial to select the shutt[...]

32 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics T aking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed ([Manual Exposure] Mode) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assist appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. 1 T urn the aperture ring to select the aperture value [...]

33 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics About T (time) When you set the shutter speed to T (time) and fully press the shutter button, the shutter opens. (Approximately up to 120 seconds) When you press the shutter button again, the shutter closes. Use this function when you want to keep the shutter open for an extended period, for example, to record pictures of fi[...]

34 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics Registering a combination of settings to be used during recording (Custom Set) Recording mode: Y ou can register up to three combinations of your preferred menu settings. ■ Registering the custom set Set your preferred menu settings such as [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, and [Custom] menu Set the menu → [Custom] → [...]

35 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics Switching the display information on the recording screen 1 Press [DISP .] button to switch the display • Y ou can use [Monitor Disp. Style] and [L VF Disp.Style] in the [Custom] menu to select either [ ] (Monitor style display layout) or [ ] (Live View Finder style display layout) for the display screen of the monitor and[...]

36 SQT0375 (ENG) Basics 1 Press the Playback button 2 Press or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed ■ 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 . ■ Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” ● Each time you mo[...]

37 SQT0375 (ENG) Motion picture Motion picture Y ou can record full high-definition quality images that comply with the A VCHD standard, as well as motion pictures recorded in MP4. Y ou can also record a 4K motion picture in MP4. ( → 40) Audio is recorded in stereo. Y ou can record motion pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutte[...]

38 SQT0375 (ENG) Motion picture Setting the format, picture size and recording frame rate Recording mode: 1 Set the menu → [Motion Picture] → [Rec Format] 2 Use to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [A VCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. [MP4] This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on[...]

39 SQT0375 (ENG) Motion picture Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the A VCHD and MP4 formats. 1 Select a picture with the motion picture icon ([ ]) in playback mode, and press to start playback • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen. • Some information will not be[...]

40 SQT0375 (ENG) Motion picture Recording mode: Y ou can record high-resolution 4K motion pictures by setting [Rec Quality] to [4K]. • T o record 4K motion pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. ( → 17) • When you record 4K motion pictures, the angle of view will be narrower than motion pictures of other sizes. ■ T o record 4K motion pictu[...]

41 SQT0375 (ENG) Motion picture 4 T urn the aperture ring and shutter speed dial to set the recording mode • We recommend setting [Shutter-Priority] Mode and setting the shutter speed to 1/1000 seconds or higher to minimise subject blur . T o record a subject that is moving quickly , set the shutter speed to 1/2000 seconds or higher . 5 Operate t[...]

42 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Advanced Recording Functions Recording mode: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. 1 Press [...]

43 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Changing the aspect ratio of the still pictures Recording mode: 1 Switching the aspect ratio selector switch [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV [1:1] Aspect ratio of a square image [16:9] Aspect ratio of high-definition TV , etc. [3:2] Aspect ratio of standard film cameras Setting the picture size Recording[...]

44 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Recording mode: Set the compression rate used for storing pictures. → [Rec] → [Quality] [ ] Gives priority to picture quality and saves pictures in JPEG file format. [ ] Saves pictures in JPEG file format using standard picture quality . This sett[...]

45 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions T aking pictures with Auto Focus Recording mode: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Switch the focus selector switch to [ ] or [ ] Align with the indicator . Switching [AF Mode] 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Press to select Auto Focus mode an[...]

46 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions T aking close-up pictures (Macro recording) Recording mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [ ] (AF Macro) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. Wide). 1 Switch the focus selector switch to [ ] • Focus ran[...]

47 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions ■ Displaying the MF Assist • T urn the control ring to display MF Assist. • Y ou can also display MF Assist by pressing to display the setting screen, pressing the cursor button to set the position to be enlarged, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. ■ Closing the MF Assist • T o exit MF Assist, pres[...]

48 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions T aking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. 1 T urn the exposure compensation dial to select the compensation value Under- exposed Optimum exposure Over-exposed Adjust the exposure to the [+] d[...]

49 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Setting the metering mode Recording mode: → [Rec] → [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions (Multiple) Whole screen Normal usage (produces balanced pictures) (Centre weighted) Centre and surrounding area Subject in centre (Spot) Centre of [+] (spot metering target)[...]

50 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Setting the Shutter T ype Recording mode: Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter Description Starts the exposure electronically and ends the exposure using the mechanical shutter . Starts and ends the exposure electronically . Flash ○ – Shutter Speed (seconds) 60 - 1/4000 1 ∗ 1 - 1/16000 Shutter so[...]

51 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Y ou 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] [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. [Burst] ( → 52) The pictures are recorded in succession while the shu[...]

52 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Burst function Recording mode: The pictures are recorded in succession while the shutter button is pressed. • Pictures that are taken while the [Burst Rate] is set to [SH] are recorded together as a single burst group. 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Press to select the burst icon ([ ], etc.) and press 3 Pre[...]

53 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Recording while exposure is changed automatically [Auto Bracket] Recording mode: Each time the shutter button is pressed, recordings are made of up to 7 pictures with different exposure settings based on the Exposure Compensation range. Example of Auto Bracket recording when [Step] is set to [3·1/3] an[...]

54 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions T aking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for preventing jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. 1 Press [ ] button ( ) 2 Press to select the self-timer icon ([ ], etc.) and press 3 Press to select the se[...]

55 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Applying a picture effect (Filter) Press the [FIL TER] button to select a picture effect ( → 42) Recording direction Picture effects • [T oy Effect], [T oy Pop], [Miniature Effect], and [Sunshine] are not available. Press [MENU/SET] 4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus 5 Press the shutter but[...]

56 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Recording mode: Y ou can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom lever Control ring Move the zoom lever Turn the control ring ∗ T side: T elephoto, Enlarge the subject W side: Wide-angle, Capture a wider area Clockwise: T elephoto, Enlarge the subject Counterclockwise: Wide-angle, Ca[...]

57 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions Optical Zoom Y ou can zoom in without degrading the picture quality . Maximum magnification: 3.1x Extra optical zoom This function works when picture sizes with [ ] have been selected in [Picture Size] ( → 43). Extra optical zoom allows you to zoom in using a higher zoom ratio than Optical Zoom, witho[...]

58 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions T aking pictures using the flash (supplied) Recording mode: This section describes how to take a picture using the flash (supplied). Attaching the flash The hot shoe cover is already attached to the hot shoe at the time of purchase. Attach the flash to the hot shoe after removing the hot shoe cover . Re[...]

59 SQT0375 (ENG) Advanced Recording Functions About [Forced Flash Off] ([ ]) [ ] (Forced Flash Of f) will appear on the recording screen and the flash will not fire in the following cases. Communication light emission with a wireless flash is also disabled. • When the flash is not attached to the camera • When the flash [ON/OFF] switch is set t[...]

60 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ® Function and NFC Function ■ About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: When the Wi-Fi function is ON Blinking blue: When sending data [Wi-Fi] button ■ About the [Wi-Fi] button Y ou can operate the [Wi-Fi]/[Fn2] button in two ways, using it either as the [Wi-Fi] button or as a function b[...]

61 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi ● When downloading the app or sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. • Hereafter , this manual uses the term “smartphone” for both smartphones and tablets unless it is necessary to distinguish between them. Operating the camera by c[...]

62 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone If you are using an Android device Use a QR code to make settings easily ( → 62) Is your device equipped with an NFC function? Ye s N o Use the NFC function to connect ( → 63) Read a QR code to connect ( → 63) If you are using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad) ● Y ou can also connect [...]

63 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi ■ When connecting with SSID and password (On the camera) Press and hold the [Wi-Fi] button (On your smartphone) Select [Wi-Fi] ∗ under [Settings] ∗ on the smartphone Turn on [Wi-Fi] ∗ and select the SSID displayed on this unit Enter the password displayed on this unit (First time connecting only) Return to the home sc[...]

64 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi ■ When connecting with SSID and password (On the camera) Press and hold the [Wi-Fi] button (On your smartphone) Start “Image App” Select [Wi-Fi] Select the SSID displayed on this unit Enter the password displayed on this unit (First time connecting only) • If you check the item to display the password, you can confirm[...]

65 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone 1 Connect to a smartphone ( → 62) Switch the location of the pictures to be displayed 2 Select [ ] from “Image App” • The images captured by the camera are displayed on the smartphone. • Y ou can switch a picture to be displayed using the icon at the top left on th[...]

66 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi ■ Easily transferring pictures in the camera using the NFC function This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above). (Not available in certain models) Y ou can establish a Wi-Fi connection using the NFC function and easily transfer over Wi-Fi the picture on display simply by holding the s[...]

67 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi When sending images to WEB service Through “LUMIX CLUB”, you can send still pictures and motion pictures to social networking services, etc. Wireless access point WEB services LUMIX CLUB When sending images to WEB services, the WEB service being used must be registered on the WEB service link settings with the “LUMIX CL[...]

68 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi Still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera can be sent to a PC. ■ Sending method, and pictures that can be sent JPEG RA W MP4 A VCHD ∗ [Send Images While Recording] ( → 69) ○○ ×× [Send Images Stored in the Camera] ( → 69) ○○○○ ∗ Motion pictures recorded in [A VCHD] can be sent in file si[...]

69 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi ■ When using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the PC ( → 73) • “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” is not compatible with Mac. Create a folder that receives images with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” • T o create the folder automatically , select [Auto-create]. T o specify a folder , create a new folder , or set a password[...]

70 SQT0375 (ENG) Wi-Fi 3 Select the PC you want to connect to • If the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], then enter the computer name (for Mac, enter the NetBIOS name). 4 Select the folder you want to send to • When the connection is established, the confirmation screen for the transmission setting is displayed.[...]

71 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Others Viewing on TV screen Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI micro cable or A V cable (DMW-A VC1: optional). Preparation T urn off both camera and TV . 1 Connect camera to TV Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong dire[...]

72 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC About supplied software The supplied DVD contains the following software. Install the software on your computer before using. For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Operating Instructions for advanced features” (PDF format) or the man[...]

73 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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[...]

74 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Copying still pictures and motion pictures Preparations • Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. ( → 73) • T urn on the camera and computer . 1 Connect camera to computer • Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong directio[...]

75 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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 Recording Mode ( → 25) Motion picture recording mode ( → 37) Motion picture recording mode when [4K PHOTO] is set to [ON] ( → 40) Custom Set ( → 34) Panorama[...]

76 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Quality] ( → 44) AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode AF Mode ( → 45) [Face Recog.] AFL AF Lock ( → 47) Burst ( → 52) [Auto Bracket] ( → 53) [Aspect Bracket] ( → 53) Self-timer ( → 54) Panorama Direction ( → 54) Remaining battery ( → 15) Picture Mode (Still picture priorities) Macro recording ( → 46) Stabiliser Jit[...]

77 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Recording Mode ( → 25) Programme Shift ( → 29) Motion picture recording mode ( → 37) Motion picture recording mode when [4K PHOTO] is set to [ON] ( → 40) Custom Set ( → 34) Panorama picture recording mode ( → 54) F1.7 Aperture value ( → 28) 1/60 Shutter speed ( → 28) T (time) recording ( → 33) Remaining bat[...]

78 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Message displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor or viewfinder , and how to respond to them. • Further information is provided in the “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section. [Some pictures cannot b[...]

79 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] • Check following regarding the wireless access point. → The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key . → Power of the wireless access point is [...]

80 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Menu list • The [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] 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 .[...]

81 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [HDR] The camera can combine 3 still pictures taken with different exposures into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. [Multi Exp.] Y ou can create an effect similar to the operation of up to four times of exposure on a single picture. [Time Lapse Shot] Y ou can preset the recording start time, recording in[...]

82 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Profile Setup] Y ou can set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/ years in the picture. [Motion Picture] [4K PHOTO] Y ou can set the motion picture mode used for creating a high-resolution still picture by capturing a single frame from a 4K motion picture. ( → 40)[...]

83 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Quick AF] Enables faster focusing when the shutter button is pressed. [Eye Sensor AF] Automatically adjusts the focus when the eye sensor is activated. [Pinpoint AF T ime] Sets the time for displaying the enlarged screen if the shutter button is pressed halfway when Auto Focus mode is set to [ ]. [Pinpoint AF Display] Sets [...]

84 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Constant Preview] (M Mode) Allows the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed on the recording screen to be checked when [Manual Exposure] Mode is set. [Expo.Meter] Sets whether to display the exposure meter . ( → 29) [Dial Guide] Sets whether to display the operation guide. [L VF Disp.Style] Sets the viewfinder d[...]

85 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Setup] [Clock Set] Set time, date, and display format. ( → 19) [World T ime] Set the local time at travel destination. [T ravel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. [Wi-Fi] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [B[...]

86 SQT0375 (ENG) Others [Playback] [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order . [Playback Mode] Y ou can narrow down the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as categories or favourite pictures. [Location Logging] Y ou can write location information (longitude/latitude) sent from the smartphone to the pictures. [RA W Processing] Y[...]

87 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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. Focus not aligned correctly . • Subject outside of focus range. • Ca[...]

88 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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. • [Playback Mode] is set to other than [Normal Play]. → Set [Pla[...]

89 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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 t[...]

90 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source Power Consumption DC 8.4 V 2.1 W (When recording with monitor) 2.3 W (When recording with viewfinder) 1.5 W (When playing back with monitor) 1.6 W (When playing back with viewfinder) Camera effective pixels 12,800,000 pixels Image sensor 4/3 ″ MOS sens[...]

91 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Monitor 3.0 ″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 921,600 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Viewfinder 0.38 ″ Colour LCD (16:9) (Approx. 2,760,000 dots equivalent) (field of view ratio about 100%) (with diopter adjustment -4.0 to +3.0 diopter) Flash mode Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow [...]

92 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH ■ Wi-Fi Compliance standard IEEE 802.1 1b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) Frequency range used (central frequency) 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 ch to 1 1 ch) Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WP A™/WP A2™ Access method Infrastru[...]

93 SQT0375 (ENG) Others Digital Camera Accessory System Description Accessory# Battery pack DMW-BLG10 AC adaptor ∗ 1 DMW-AC10 DC coupler ∗ 1 DMW-DCC1 1 Flash ∗ 2 DMW-FL220 / DMW-FL360L / DMW-FL580L LED video light VW-LED1 Auto lens cap DMW-LF AC1 External viewfinder DMW-VF1 USB connection cable DMW-USBC1 A V cable DMW-A VC1 ∗ 1 The AC adapt[...]

94 SQT0375 (ENG) Others 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. Install it on your PC to read it. ■ For Windows T urn the PC on and insert the disc containing the Operating Instr[...]

95 SQT0375 (ENG) Others ● 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. ● HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ● “A VCHD”, “A VCHD Progressive” and th[...]

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