DMCGF5 User Guide
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... available recording time 25 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set 27 • Changing the Clock Setting 28 Basic Selecting the Recording Mode 29 Tips for taking good pictures 31 • Detects orientation of camera (Direction Detection Function) ..........31 Taking a Still picture 32 • How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFF/AFC 32 • Taking a Still picture 34 • Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function 35 • Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen 36 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode 37...
... available recording time 25 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set 27 • Changing the Clock Setting 28 Basic Selecting the Recording Mode 29 Tips for taking good pictures 31 • Detects orientation of camera (Direction Detection Function) ..........31 Taking a Still picture 32 • How to set focus when taking a still picture (AFS/AFF/AFC 32 • Taking a Still picture 34 • Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function 35 • Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen 36 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode 37...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... Pictures with the Zoom 76 • Zooming using touch operations .......78 Taking Pictures using the Flash 79 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 79 Compensating the Exposure 83 Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ..........84 Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........86 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer..........88 Taking Pictures with Auto Focus 90 Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ........96 Adjusting the White Balance 99 Using the function button 103 • Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 105 • Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed...
... Pictures with the Zoom 76 • Zooming using touch operations .......78 Taking Pictures using the Flash 79 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 79 Compensating the Exposure 83 Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ..........84 Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........86 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer..........88 Taking Pictures with Auto Focus 90 Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ........96 Adjusting the White Balance 99 Using the function button 103 • Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 105 • Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... 169 • [Print Set 170 • [Protect 171 • [Face Rec Edit 172 Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures 173 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen 177 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI 179 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC 181 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder 185 Printing the Pictures 186 Others Optional accessories 190 LCD Monitor Display 191 Cautions for Use 194 Message Display 201 Troubleshooting 203 - 4 -
... 169 • [Print Set 170 • [Protect 171 • [Face Rec Edit 172 Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures 173 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen 177 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI 179 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC 181 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder 185 Printing the Pictures 186 Others Optional accessories 190 LCD Monitor Display 191 Cautions for Use 194 Message Display 201 Troubleshooting 203 - 4 -
DMCGF5 User Guide
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...%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image Stabilizer function, set the Optical Image Stabilizer to [ ]) • Recording once every 30 seconds using full flash every second recording. • When an interchangeable lens compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom) is attached, the zoom moves from Tele...
...%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Optical Image Stabilizer function, set the Optical Image Stabilizer to [ ]) • Recording once every 30 seconds using full flash every second recording. • When an interchangeable lens compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom) is attached, the zoom moves from Tele...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... speed standard regarding continuous writing. Preparation About the Card About cards that the PC and other equipment are being recorded on the card. • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn off the power, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to the card The access indication displays red when pictures are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. The card or the data...
... speed standard regarding continuous writing. Preparation About the Card About cards that the PC and other equipment are being recorded on the card. • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn off the power, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to the card The access indication displays red when pictures are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. The card or the data...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... determined by the shutter speed you set . Scene Guide Mode (P112) This allows you to take pictures with previously registered settings. Manual Exposure Mode (P110) The exposure is adjusted by the camera to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Custom Mode (P132) Use this mode to your own settings. ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P108) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set . Creative Control Mode (P122) Record while checking the image effect. - 30...
... determined by the shutter speed you set . Scene Guide Mode (P112) This allows you to take pictures with previously registered settings. Manual Exposure Mode (P110) The exposure is adjusted by the camera to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Custom Mode (P132) Use this mode to your own settings. ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P108) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set . Creative Control Mode (P122) Record while checking the image effect. - 30...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... during Multi Playback. - 72 - Set the output method for 3D pictures. [ ]: Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television. [3D Playback] [ ]: Set when connecting to a television not compatible with the buttons on this unit. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P175 for the method to play back 3D pictures in 3D. [Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to display pictures vertically...
... during Multi Playback. - 72 - Set the output method for 3D pictures. [ ]: Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television. [3D Playback] [ ]: Set when connecting to a television not compatible with the buttons on this unit. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P175 for the method to play back 3D pictures in 3D. [Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to display pictures vertically...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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....] setting - The folder number should be formatted, please try another card before it on your nearest Service Center. Formatting permanently deletes all pictures and motion pictures are also reset. - A reset screen for details. [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be checked is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is updated and the file number starts from the menu icons...
....] setting - The folder number should be formatted, please try another card before it on your nearest Service Center. Formatting permanently deletes all pictures and motion pictures are also reset. - A reset screen for details. [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be checked is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is updated and the file number starts from the menu icons...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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.... We recommend detaching the lens hood. • It may take time to charge the Flash if you repeatedly take the next picture while the flash icon is blinking RED indicating the flash is charging. • If recording a subject without sufficient flash, the White Balance may be evident. - 82 - The objects may not be properly adjusted. • When you play back or use certain lenses, light from the camera or was far away from...
.... We recommend detaching the lens hood. • It may take time to charge the Flash if you repeatedly take the next picture while the flash icon is blinking RED indicating the flash is charging. • If recording a subject without sufficient flash, the White Balance may be evident. - 82 - The objects may not be properly adjusted. • When you play back or use certain lenses, light from the camera or was far away from...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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...; This is disabled when Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode is selected. • In Scene Guide Mode, a photo style which matches each scene is reflected in other menu. [Photo Style] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to your desire. Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common...
...; This is disabled when Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode is selected. • In Scene Guide Mode, a photo style which matches each scene is reflected in other menu. [Photo Style] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to your desire. Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... given priority. Creative Control Mode • [ ] images are not reflected in RAW images: - [Photo Style], [Red-Eye Removal], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Color Space] in the [Rec] menu - You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or [›]) simultaneously.¢1 You can only record RAW images.¢2 ¢1 If you use RAW files. A standard image quality JPEG image. When White Balance Bracket is useful for each image aspect ratio. Scene Guide Mode - Settings [A] [›] [ ] [ ] [] File format JPEG RAWiJPEG RAW...
... given priority. Creative Control Mode • [ ] images are not reflected in RAW images: - [Photo Style], [Red-Eye Removal], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Color Space] in the [Rec] menu - You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or [›]) simultaneously.¢1 You can only record RAW images.¢2 ¢1 If you use RAW files. A standard image quality JPEG image. When White Balance Bracket is useful for each image aspect ratio. Scene Guide Mode - Settings [A] [›] [ ] [ ] [] File format JPEG RAWiJPEG RAW...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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...] menu. [Rec Mode] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of these menus is reflected in one of motion pictures. Changing these settings in other menu. - Settings [AVCHD] [MP4] Description of settings Select this format to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common to record standard definition video for playback...
...] menu. [Rec Mode] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of these menus is reflected in one of motion pictures. Changing these settings in other menu. - Settings [AVCHD] [MP4] Description of settings Select this format to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P60. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Resolution], [i.Dynamic] and [Digital Zoom] are common to record standard definition video for playback...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... a better quality picture. • This does not work while in Multi Playback, Calendar Playback, or Playback Zoom. [ON] [OFF] [Expo.Meter] Set whether or not to display the exposure meter. [ON]/[OFF] • Set to [ON] to display the [Expo.Meter] when correcting exposure, performing Program Shift, setting aperture, and setting shutter speed. • Unsuitable areas of the subject. [Highlight] When the Auto Review function is performed. [AF/AE Lock] [ AE...
... a better quality picture. • This does not work while in Multi Playback, Calendar Playback, or Playback Zoom. [ON] [OFF] [Expo.Meter] Set whether or not to display the exposure meter. [ON]/[OFF] • Set to [ON] to display the [Expo.Meter] when correcting exposure, performing Program Shift, setting aperture, and setting shutter speed. • Unsuitable areas of the subject. [Highlight] When the Auto Review function is performed. [AF/AE Lock] [ AE...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] in the [Setup] menu is set . It is executed when [Yes] is disabled during the following conditions: - It was established by 90o each time. 1 Select [Rotate] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) 2 Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. 3 Select the parts...
... the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] in the [Setup] menu is set . It is executed when [Yes] is disabled during the following conditions: - It was established by 90o each time. 1 Select [Rotate] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) 2 Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. 3 Select the parts...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... images are recorded simultaneously.) [ ]: MPOiStandard (Both MPO images and standard JPEG images are recorded simultaneously.) ([Custom] menu) • [AF/AE Lock]/[Focus Priority]/[Pinpoint AF Time]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/[MF Guide]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Video Button]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Touch AF] in Creative Control Mode • Defocus control function ¢1 The motion picture button and the [Motion Picture] menu will be unavailable or unusable. ([Rec] menu) • [Picture Size]¢2/[Quality]¢3/[Focus Mode]/[Quick AF]/[Red-Eye Removal...
... images are recorded simultaneously.) [ ]: MPOiStandard (Both MPO images and standard JPEG images are recorded simultaneously.) ([Custom] menu) • [AF/AE Lock]/[Focus Priority]/[Pinpoint AF Time]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/[MF Guide]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Video Button]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Touch AF] in Creative Control Mode • Defocus control function ¢1 The motion picture button and the [Motion Picture] menu will be unavailable or unusable. ([Rec] menu) • [Picture Size]¢2/[Quality]¢3/[Focus Mode]/[Quick AF]/[Red-Eye Removal...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... to the operating instructions of the pictures. • Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. • Output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for viewing. • No sound is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the HDMI mini cable (optional). • When you play back a picture vertically, it...
... to the operating instructions of the pictures. • Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. • Output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for viewing. • No sound is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the HDMI mini cable (optional). • When you play back a picture vertically, it...
DMCGF5 User Guide
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... error messages will be deleted. [Lens not found, or shoot w/o lens in Custom menu is set to off and on a PC etc. (P73) Data will be displayed on the power again, and if it is still displaying, contact the dealer. [Lens attachment failed. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is not attached properly. Please turn on the screen in some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data...
... error messages will be deleted. [Lens not found, or shoot w/o lens in Custom menu is set to off and on a PC etc. (P73) Data will be displayed on the power again, and if it is still displaying, contact the dealer. [Lens attachment failed. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is not attached properly. Please turn on the screen in some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data...
DMC-GF5XW Owner's Manual (English)
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... Exposure 25 Using the function button 26 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode 27 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode 28 Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures 29 • Playing Back Pictures 29 • Playing Back Motion Pictures 30 Deleting Pictures...31 Switching the display of the LCD Monitor 32 Setting the Menu...33 Setting the Quick Menu 34 Types of menus ...35 Reading the Owner's Manual (PDF format 40 About the supplied software 41 • Installing supplied software 42 Specifications...43 Digital Camera...
... Exposure 25 Using the function button 26 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode 27 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode 28 Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures 29 • Playing Back Pictures 29 • Playing Back Motion Pictures 30 Deleting Pictures...31 Switching the display of the LCD Monitor 32 Setting the Menu...33 Setting the Quick Menu 34 Types of menus ...35 Reading the Owner's Manual (PDF format 40 About the supplied software 41 • Installing supplied software 42 Specifications...43 Digital Camera...
DMC-GF5XW Owner's Manual (English)
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... exposure is adjusted by touching the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. Custom Mode Use this mode to your own settings. Touch the Recording Mode to take pictures with no icons and then release, the mode will be selected. Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the camera. If you hold your finger, the mode will not be selected. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Easily match settings selected by the aperture value you set . Scene Guide Mode...
... exposure is adjusted by touching the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. Custom Mode Use this mode to your own settings. Touch the Recording Mode to take pictures with no icons and then release, the mode will be selected. Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the camera. If you hold your finger, the mode will not be selected. Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Easily match settings selected by the aperture value you set . Scene Guide Mode...
DMC-GF5XW Owner's Manual (English)
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... as custom set. [Q.MENU/Fn1] This allocates either [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or [Fn1] (Function Button) to the [Q.MENU/Fn1] button. [Fn Button Set] You can be set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto Mode will operate. [Video Button] Enables/disables the motion picture button. [Rec Area] This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording and still picture recording. [Remaining Disp.] This will switch display between the number of focus. [Pinpoint AF Time] Sets the time for which the screen is...
... as custom set. [Q.MENU/Fn1] This allocates either [Q.MENU] (Quick Menu) or [Fn1] (Function Button) to the [Q.MENU/Fn1] button. [Fn Button Set] You can be set how the [¦] button to toggle to Intelligent Auto Mode will operate. [Video Button] Enables/disables the motion picture button. [Rec Area] This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording and still picture recording. [Remaining Disp.] This will switch display between the number of focus. [Pinpoint AF Time] Sets the time for which the screen is...