Panasonic DMC-GH2 User Manual

VQT3A36Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.PPFor USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please ca

VQT3A3610Before Use112 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20DMW-BLC12PP DE-A79BK1HA14CD0004 K1HA14AD0003VKF4385VGQ0Q65VFC4602 VGQ0C1423 4 5 6H-VS014140 VYC0997 VYF32

VQT3A36100RecordingSelect this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people

101VQT3A36RecordingNote•During motion picture recording, settings for [NORMAL PORTRAIT] are used.Also, for still pictures captured while recording mot

VQT3A36102Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures while Adjusting Color ( : My Color Mode)You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the s

103VQT3A36RecordingNote•During Motion Picture Recording, settings for My Color Mode are used.• My Color settings are memorized even if the camera is t

VQT3A36104Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures in Custom ModeYou can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the pi

105VQT3A36Recording[REC] Mode: RecordingSelecting the Mode and Recording Motion Pictures( : Creative Motion Picture Mode)You can enjoy motion picture

VQT3A36106RecordingChange the number of frames recorded and record motion pictures in slow and fast motion.∫ Slow motion/Fast motion setting1 Select [

107VQT3A36RecordingNote•Aperture value– Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a

VQT3A36108Recording[REC] Mode: Taking a Picture with Face Recognition FunctionFace Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registere

109VQT3A36RecordingYou can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people.Registration can be facilitated by takin

11VQT3A36Before UseNames and Functions of Components∫ Camera body1 Flash (P68)2 Sensor3 Self-timer indicator (P80)/AF Assist Lamp (P131)4 Lens release

VQT3A36110Recording∫ Registering face image of new personSelect [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press 1. (P55)Press 3/4 to select [MEMOR

111VQT3A36RecordingSelect item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1.• You can register up to 3 face images.Press the shutter button halfway to close the

VQT3A36112Recording∫ Change or delete the information for a registered personYou can modify the pictures or information of an already registered perso

113VQT3A36Recording∫ Auto RegistrationWhen [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a pictu

VQT3A36114Recording[REC] Mode: Useful Functions at Travel DestinationsFor details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P55.If you set the departure

115VQT3A36Recording• The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off.• In order to record the number of days that have passed si

VQT3A36116RecordingEntering TextIt is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetica

117VQT3A36RecordingUsing the [REC] Mode Menu• [FILM MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [

VQT3A36118RecordingNote•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. To avoid picture noise, we recommend setting [NOISE REDUCTION]

119VQT3A36RecordingThis allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method.Applicable modes: Note•The ends

VQT3A3612Before Use23 Focus mode lever (P34, 43, 81, 84)24 Auto focus mode dialFace Detection ([ ]) (P81): šAF Tracking ([ ]) (P82):23-area-focusing (

VQT3A36120Recording∫ When the aspect ratio is [ ].Note•If you set [EX. TELE CONV.] (P66) to [ON], [ ] is displayed on the screen when the picture size

121VQT3A36Recording[OFF]/[ON]/[MEMORY]/[SET]Note•Refer to P108 for details.Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed.Applicable

VQT3A36122Recording[OFF]/[ON]Note•Refer to P69 for details.2nd curtain synchro activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures

123VQT3A36RecordingContrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subjec

VQT3A36124Recording[OFF]/[2t]/[4t]Note•Refer to P66 for details.[SH]/[H]/[M]/[L]Note•Refer to P76 for details.[ / SETTINGS]/[STEP]/[SEQUENCE]Note•Refe

125VQT3A36RecordingSet this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc.Applicable modes: Note•Depen

VQT3A36126RecordingUsing the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu• [FILM MODE], [METERING MODE], [I.DYNAMIC], [EX. TELE CONV.], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to

127VQT3A36RecordingWhen [24P CINEMA] or [VARIABLE MOVIE MODE] is selected in the Creative Motion Picture Mode•To play back or import the motion pictur

VQT3A36128Recording[OFF]/[ON]Note•Refer to P43 for details.This reduces the wind noise in the audio recording.Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]

129VQT3A36RecordingPerform these settings if you need to.Using the [CUSTOM] MenuFor details on how to select the [CUSTOM] menu settings, refer to P55.

13VQT3A36Before Use∫ LensH-VS014140 (LUMIX G VARIO HD 14–140 mm/F4.0–5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)44 Tele45 Lens surface46 Focus ring (P84)47 Wide48 Zoom rin

VQT3A36130RecordingAbout [ ] and [ ][ ] will adjust the focus automatically when the jitter of the camera gets small. [ ] will adjust the focus at all

131VQT3A36Recording• The effective range of the AF Assist Lamp is different depending on used lens.– When the 14–140 mm/F4.0–5.8 lens supplied in DMC-

VQT3A36132Recording• Refer to P94 for details.• Set to [ON] to display the [EXPO.METER] when correcting exposure, performing Program Shift, setting ap

133VQT3A36Recording• Refer to P63 for details.• Refer to P63 for details.• LCD monitor display and viewfinder display can be switched manually by pres

VQT3A36134Recording• It will display dial operation guide to the screen that is possible to perform Exposure Compensation, Program Shift, aperture set

135VQT3A36Recording• Dust reduction function will operate automatically when the camera is turned on, but you can use this function when you see dust.

VQT3A36136Playback/EditingPlayback/EditingPlaying Back Burst PicturesSelect a picture with a burst icon [˜], and then touch [ ] to play back.• Burst p

137VQT3A36Playback/EditingEditing Burst PicturesYou can edit the pictures in the Burst Picture Group as single pictures or in group units (including a

VQT3A36138Playback/Editing∫ Editing in Burst Picture Group unitsAll pictures in the Burst Picture Group are edited at once.•For Burst Picture Groups,

139VQT3A36Playback/EditingCreating Still Pictures from a Motion PictureYou can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture.Touch [ ]

VQT3A3614Before UseThe LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs. This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adju

VQT3A36140Playback/EditingUsing the [PLAYBACK] Mode MenuYou can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc

141VQT3A36Playback/Editing∫ Changing the slide show settingsYou can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [EFFECT] or [SETUP] on th

VQT3A36142Playback/EditingPlayback in [NORMAL PLAY], [PICTURE PLAY], [AVCHD PLAY], [MOTION JPEG PLAY], [3D PLAY], [CATEGORY PLAY] or [FAVORITE PLAY] c

143VQT3A36Playback/EditingYou can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P14

VQT3A36144Playback/EditingYou can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures.It is suitable for re

145VQT3A36Playback/Editing6 Press [MENU/SET].•When selecting [ ] or [ ], press 3 to select [YES] for stamping [AGE], and then press [MENU/SET] and pro

VQT3A36146Playback/EditingTo allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced.1 Select [RESIZE]

147VQT3A36Playback/EditingYou can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture.1 Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P

VQT3A36148Playback/EditingNote•After converting the aspect ratio, the picture size may become larger than that of the original picture.• You may not b

149VQT3A36Playback/EditingThis can only be used when [FAVORITE FUNC.] (P61) in setup menu is set to [ON].You can do the following if a mark has been a

15VQT3A36Before Use∫ About the eye sensor automatic switchingEye sensor is active when the [AUTO SWITCH] of the [LVF/LCD SWITCH] (P133) in the [CUSTOM

VQT3A36150Playback/EditingDPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of eac

151VQT3A36Playback/EditingNote•The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999.• With a printer supporting PictBridge, the date print settings of the pr

VQT3A36152Playback/EditingYou can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images.1 Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [P

153VQT3A36Connecting to other equipmentConnecting to other equipmentEnjoying 3D picturesAttach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera. (P20)Bring t

VQT3A36154Connecting to other equipment([REC] Mode menu)•[PICTURE SIZE]¢2/[QUALITY]¢3/[STABILIZER]/[RED-EYE REMOVAL]/[I.RESOLUTION]/[I.DYNAMIC]/[EX. T

155VQT3A36Connecting to other equipment∫ Switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D1 Select the picture recorded in 3D.2 Select

VQT3A36156Connecting to other equipmentPlaying Back Pictures on a TV Screen1 Yellow: to the video input socket2 White: to the audio input socket3 Red:

157VQT3A36Connecting to other equipmentThe recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot.Note•Proper playback (aspect

VQT3A36158Connecting to other equipmentNote•Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the

159VQT3A36Connecting to other equipmentPanasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link¢ The shape of the remote control varies depending on the region. Operat

VQT3A3616Before UseNote•If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet.

VQT3A36160Connecting to other equipment¢1 This is displayed only when 3D playback is possible.¢2 This is not displayed during 3D playback.Note•Operati

161VQT3A36Connecting to other equipmentSaving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion PicturesMethods to export still pictures and motion pictures to o

VQT3A36162Connecting to other equipmentNote•When you play back motion pictures on 4:3 aspect ratio TV, you must set [TV ASPECT] (P60) on this unit to

163VQT3A36Connecting to other equipmentConnecting to a PCYou can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC.•Some PCs can r

VQT3A36164Connecting to other equipmentPress 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET].• If [USB MODE] (P60) is set to [PC] in the [SETUP] menu in

165VQT3A36Connecting to other equipment∫ Viewing the contents of the card using the PC (folder composition)This camera is only designed to display pic

VQT3A36166Connecting to other equipmentPrinting the PicturesIf you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures

167VQT3A36Connecting to other equipment¢ Only when [FAVORITE FUNC.] is at [ON] and when there are pictures set as favorites. (P149)Selecting a single

VQT3A36168Connecting to other equipmentSelect and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and i

169VQT3A36Connecting to other equipment∫ [PAPER SIZE]•Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.∫ [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for prin

17VQT3A36Before UseThere are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing.Rotating:Selection of items or setting

VQT3A36170OthersOthersOptional accessoriesAfter attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500; optional), the effective range will be

171VQT3A36Others• If you take pictures close to the subject in Wide, the vignetting effect may appear on the bottom of the recorded picture.• The exte

VQT3A36172OthersIf you use the stereo microphone (DMW-MS1; optional), you can switch to either stereo or monaural sound recording.It is also possible

173VQT3A36OthersLCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display• The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (LCD monitor style)

VQT3A36174Others∫ In recording (after settings)29 Flash output adjustment (P73)30 2nd curtain synchro (P122)31 Digital Zoom (P66)32 FRAME RATE (P106)3

175VQT3A36Others∫ In playback1 Playback Mode (P39)2 Film Mode (P117)3 Protected picture (P151)4 Number of prints (P150)5 Picture size (P119): REC MODE

VQT3A36176OthersCautions for UseTake care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it.•Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case th

177VQT3A36Others∫ About dirt on the image sensorThis camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera body when changi

VQT3A36178Others• Do not press the lens with excessive force.• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may

179VQT3A36Others∫ About 3D recordingWith the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance.•The 3D

VQT3A3618Before UseAbout the Lens∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lensThis unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Th

VQT3A36180OthersDo not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed

181VQT3A36Others• Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any d

VQT3A36182OthersMessage DisplayConfirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases.The major messages are described

183VQT3A36Others[READ ERROR/WRITE ERRORPLEASE CHECK THE CARD]•It has failed to read or write data.> Remove the card after turning the power [OFF].

VQT3A36184Others[EDITING OPERATION CANNOT PROCEED AS INFORMATION PROCESSING IS ONGOING.]When a card with pictures deleted or file names changed using

185VQT3A36OthersTroubleshootingFirst, try out the following procedures (P185–193).•The battery is exhausted.• Charge the battery.• If you leave the ca

VQT3A36186Others> Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P75)• Is the AE Lock (P86) applied incorrectly?> Unset the settings of Whit

187VQT3A36Others• If recording under fluorescent light, the brightness or the hue may change slightly when the shutter speed becomes fast. This occurs

VQT3A36188Others• The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves etc. depe

189VQT3A36Others• The LCD monitor turns off when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P59) is selected for the [ECONOMY] Mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adap

19VQT3A36Before Use• The focal length for the lens is twice that of a 35 mm film camera.(A 50 mm lens is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.)Focal length of

VQT3A36190Others•You can display the pictures without being rotated when [ROTATE DISP.] (P148) is set to [OFF].• You can rotate pictures with the [ROT

191VQT3A36Others• When Digital Red-Eye Correction ([], [], []) is in operation, if you take a picture of subject with red color surrounded by a skin t

VQT3A36192Others> Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera.> Check if your PC is compatibl

193VQT3A36Others• Is [AF ASSIST LAMP] on the [CUSTOM] menu set to [ON]? (P131)• The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on in bright places.• The surface of

VQT3A36194OthersOthersSpecificationsDigital Camera Body (DMC-GH2):Information for your safetyPower Source: DC 8.4 VPower Consumption: 3.4 W (When reco

195VQT3A36OthersShutter speed: B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 60 seconds to 1/4000th of a secondTaking still pictures during motion picture reco

VQT3A36196OthersRecording qualityMotion pictures: [AVCHD] (With audio)When set to [24H]: 1920k1080 pixels (24p recording/Approx. 24 Mbps)/When set to

197VQT3A36OthersInterchangeable Lens (H-VS014140)“LUMIX G VARIO HD 14–140 mm/F4.0–5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042)“LUMIX G VARI

VQT3A36198OthersOthersDigital Camera Accessory SystemShoulder StrapDMW-SSTL1DMW-SSTG1/DMW-SSTG2DMW-SSTG3/DMW-SSTG5DMW-SSTG6DMW-BAG1 Soft BagDMW-BAL1 L

199VQT3A36OthersProduct numbers correct as of October 2010. These may be subject to change.¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the desi

VQT3A362Dear Customer,Thank you for choosing Panasonic!You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Use

VQT3A3620PreparationPreparationAttaching/Detaching the Lens• Check that the camera is turned off.• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or d

VQT3A36200OthersDigital Camera Accessory Order Form(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information

201VQT3A36OthersLimited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Panasonic Corporation of North Am

VQT3A36202OthersMail-In ServiceFor assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to:Panasonic Exchang

203VQT3A36OthersAs of November 2009Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; loc

OthersVQT3A36204OthersIndexBefore StartingAbout the Lens ... 18Camera Features and Naming ... 11Rear D

Others205VQT3A36Playback Motion Pictures...46Playback Zoom ...42Prevent Jitter (Camera Shake)

OthersVQT3A36206Motion Picture REC button ... 133Multi Film Bracket... 118Night Portrait Mode...

207VQT3A36OthersOthersDMC-GH2H&GH2K&GH2PP-VQT3A36_eng.book 207 ページ ２０１０年１０月１９日　火曜日　午前１１時３分

•G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System standard.• Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Fou

21VQT3A36PreparationAttach the lens cap.Press the lens release button D while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to det

VQT3A3622PreparationAttaching the Shoulder Strap• We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.Pass the

23VQT3A36PreparationPreparing the Battery∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12PP.•

VQT3A3624Preparation∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator•When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes– The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recomme

25VQT3A36PreparationNote•Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).• The battery will be exhausted if lef

VQT3A3626PreparationRecording conditions by CIPA standard•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].• Temperature: 23 oC

27VQT3A36Preparation∫ Playback (when using the LCD monitor)Note•The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the env

VQT3A3628PreparationPreparing the Card (Optional)• Check that this unit is turned off.• We recommend using a Panasonic card.Slide the card door to ope

29VQT3A36PreparationThe following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit.(These cards are indicated as card in the te

3VQT3A36THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.FC

VQT3A3630Preparation∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and operating time•Switching between the display of number of recordable

31VQT3A36PreparationSetting Date/Time (Clock Set)• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.Turn the camera on.• The status indicator 1 lights

VQT3A3632BasicMode switchingBasicSelecting the [REC] ModeA Mode dialB [Fn1] buttonSwitching the mode by rotating the mode dial.Align a desired mode wi

33VQT3A36Basic∫ Advanced∫ Advanced Scene ModeAperture-Priority AE Mode (P92)The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you se

VQT3A3634BasicTaking a Still picture1 Select the focus mode.•Normally use the [AFS].2 Press the shutter button halfway.(Focusing action for [AFS])Note

35VQT3A36Basic∫ Subjects and recording conditions which are difficult to focus•Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects without con

VQT3A3636BasicA AF assist lamp• Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects.• Hold the camera gently with both han

37VQT3A36BasicIn Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shi

VQT3A3638BasicApplicable modes: Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically.1 Touch [ ] in

39VQT3A36BasicPlaying Back PicturesForward or rewind the image by dragging (P15) the screen horizontally.Forward: drag from right to leftRewind: drag

VQT3A364∫ About the battery pack•Do not heat or expose to flame.• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long

VQT3A3640BasicPress [DISPLAY] to switch the monitor screen.A [DISPLAY] button• During Playback Zoom (P42), while playing back motion pictures (P46) an

41VQT3A36BasicNote•The recording date of the picture selected in the playback screen becomes the date selected when the Calendar screen is first displ

VQT3A3642Basic∫ Switching the displayed image while maintaining the Playback ZoomYou can switch the displayed image while maintaining the same zoom ma

43VQT3A36Basic[REC] Mode: Recording Motion PictureThis can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pict

VQT3A3644BasicRecording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible.Note•The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].• Audio will not be recorded fo

45VQT3A36Basic• Since the AVCHD format is constantly evolving motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MOTION JPEG] can experience poor playback even w

VQT3A3646BasicPlaying Back Motion Pictures• This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were

47VQT3A36BasicNote•Sound can be heard through the speaker. Refer to [VOLUME] (P58) for information about how to adjust the volume in the [SETUP] menu.

VQT3A3648Basic[REC] Mode: ñTaking Pictures using the Automatic Function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)The camera will set the most appropriate settings to

49VQT3A36Basic• If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene Mode has been identified as [

5VQT3A36∫ Care of the camera•Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.The camera may malf

VQT3A3650Basic∫ [REC] Mode menu[ASPECT RATIO] (P119)/[PICTURE SIZE] (P119)/[QUALITY] (P120)/[FACE RECOG.] (P108)/[STABILIZER]¢1 (P74)¢1 [MODE3] is dis

51VQT3A36Basic• The settings of the following items are fixed.¢4 It will be set to Multi Auto Focus Mode for motion pictures when a face cannot be det

VQT3A3652BasicDeleting PicturesOnce deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.Press [(].¢ Burst group will be treated as a single picture. (All the pictur

53VQT3A36Basic∫ When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P149) settingThe selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or

VQT3A3654BasicSetting the MenuThis camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience.

55VQT3A36BasicThis section describes how to select the [REC] Mode menu settings, and the same setting procedure can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] M

VQT3A3656BasicPress [MENU/SET] to close the menu.• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.Setting the Quick MenuBy using the

57VQT3A36BasicTouch the menu item and the setup.A ItemB SettingsTouch [ ] to close the Quick Menu.∫ When operating buttonsThe Quick Menu can be set by

VQT3A3658BasicPerform these settings if you need to.About the Setup Menu[CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their sett

59VQT3A36Basic• The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the

VQT3A366ContentsInformation for Your Safety... 2Before UseStandard Accessories... 9Names and Functions

VQT3A3660Basic•If it is set to [HOLD] when the camera is set to [ ] (P35) or [ ] (P80), switching of the playback screen display (P40) or enlargement

61VQT3A36Basic• If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], match with the image format your TV can display, and select the num

VQT3A3662Basic• To accurately calibrate the LCD Monitor, be sure to touch precisely at the designated locations.• If you set a different language by m

63VQT3A36RecordingRecordingSwitching the Display of the LCD Monitor/ViewfinderPress [DISPLAY] to change.A [DISPLAY] button• When the menu screen appea

VQT3A3664Recording¢1 Guide lines are displayed when the [GUIDE LINE] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to anything except [OFF].¢2 Histograms are displayed

65VQT3A36Recording∫ About the HistogramA histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pi

VQT3A3666Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom[You can only use the Optical Zoom in [ ], and the Optical Zoom, the Extended Tele Conversi

67VQT3A36RecordingNote•With the Extended Tele Conversion, for example, when it is set to [ ] (equal to 4 million pixels), it will take the picture usi

VQT3A3668Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in FlashA To open the flashSlide the flash open lever.B To close the flashPress the flas

69VQT3A36RecordingThe flash is activated twice. The interval between the first and second flash is longer when [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set. The subject sho

7VQT3A36Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)...95Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced

VQT3A3670Recording∫ Available flash settings by Recording ModeThe available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.(±: Available, —: Not availabl

71VQT3A36Recording∫ The available flash range to take pictures•The available flash range is an approximation.¢ When the [ISO LIMIT SET] (P123) is set

VQT3A3672Recording• At the time of flash photography, when distance with the subject is near, the flash light is interrupted with the lens and a part

73VQT3A36RecordingApplicable modes: Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark.1 Select [FLASH ADJUST.] in the [REC]

VQT3A3674Recording∫ Setting the Stabilizer in the [REC] Mode menu1 Select [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55)2 Press 3/4 to select the setting

75VQT3A36Recording[REC] Mode: Compensating the ExposureUse this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightn

VQT3A3676Recording• In the Quick Menu (P57) while in button operation, if set to [ ] (viewfinder style), after selecting the Exposure Compensation dis

77VQT3A36Recording• First burst speed has no relation with the transfer speed of the card.• The burst speed values given above apply when the shutter

VQT3A3678Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Auto BracketMaximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the

79VQT3A36Recording∫ Changing the settings for [ / SETTINGS], [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in Auto Bracket1 Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55

VQT3A368• P [PROTECT]... 151• [FACE REC EDIT] ... 152Connecting to other equipmentEnjoying 3D pictures...

VQT3A3680Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timerSet the drive mode lever to [ë].Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then pr

81VQT3A36Recording[REC] Mode: Setting the Method used to Focus (AF Mode)This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the sub

VQT3A3682RecordingFocus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (

83VQT3A36RecordingThe camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen.Note•Position and size of the AF area can be changed. (P83)• When the

VQT3A3684Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Manual FocusUse this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens

85VQT3A36Recording1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject.2 Rotate it a little more.3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring s

VQT3A3686Recording[REC] Mode: Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock)This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF

87VQT3A36Recording[REC] Mode: Adjusting the White BalanceIn sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white t

VQT3A3688RecordingNote•The optimal White Balance will differ depending on the type of fluorescent lighting being recorded under so use [AWB], [ ], [ ]

89VQT3A36Recording∫ Finely adjusting the White BalanceYou can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the W

9VQT3A36Before UseBefore UseStandard AccessoriesCheck that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.Product numbers correct as of Octo

VQT3A3690Recording[REC] Mode: Setting the Light SensitivityThis allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figur

91VQT3A36Recording∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control)The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit

VQT3A3692Recording[REC] Mode: ±´Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter SpeedSet the aperture value to a higher number when you want a shar

93VQT3A36Recording• The aperture value and the shutter speed displayed on the screen turn red and blink when the exposure is not adequate.• We recomme

VQT3A3694Recording∫ About [B] (Bulb)If you set the shutter speed to [B], the shutter stays open while the shutter button is pressed fully (up to about

95VQT3A36Recording[REC] Mode: Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)You can check the depth of field (effective focus range)

VQT3A3696Recording[REC] Mode: Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode)You can take high-quality pictures of such subje

97VQT3A36RecordingNote•In motion picture recording, [NORMAL PORTRAIT], [SOFT SKIN], [OUTDOOR PORTRAIT] and [INDOOR PORTRAIT] produce motion pictures u

VQT3A3698Recording[REC] Mode: ¿Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded ( : Scene Mode)When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject an

99VQT3A36RecordingThis allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness.∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode•O