Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10K User Manual

Owner’s Manual for advanced featuresDigital CameraModel No. DMC-LX10SQW0721M0916KZ0Message Display →289Please read these instructions carefully befo

10SQW0721Contents by FunctionRecordingRecording mode ...34[Preview] ...

100SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Manual FocusRecording mode: Manual Focus is convenient when you wan

101SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Manual FocusOperation Touch operation Description Drag Moves th

102SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure (AF/AE Lock)Recording mode: The AF

103SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Exposure CompensationRecording mode: Corrects the exposure when the

104SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsSetting the ISO SensitivityRecording mode: Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting)

105SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsSetting the ISO SensitivitySetting guideISO sensitivity [125] [12800]Location(recommende

106SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsAdjusting the White BalanceRecording mode: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in

107SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsAdjusting the White BalanceUnder fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixtures, etc., the

108SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsAdjusting the White BalancePerforming White Balance fine adjustmentsWhite Balance settin

109SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsAdjusting the White BalanceBracket recording using White BalanceBracket settings are per

11SQW0721Contents by FunctionPlaybackPicture playback ...161Motion picture playback ...

110SQW0721Recording 4K PhotosRecording mode: You can select the desired moment from a burst of 4K photos taken at 30 frames/second and save that momen

111SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K Photos[4K Burst]For capturing the best shot of a fast-moving subject (e.g., sports, aeroplanes, trai

112SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K Photos[4K Burst(S/S)]“S/S” is an abbreviation of “Start/Stop”.Press the shutter button fully • Recor

113SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K Photos • When you perform 4K burst photo recording, a 4K burst file will be saved in the MP4 format.

114SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K PhotosNotes on the 4K Photo function To change the aspect ratioSelecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec

115SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K Photos Limitations on the 4K Photo functionTo optimize settings for 4K photo recording, certain lim

116SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsRecording 4K Photos • The following menu items are disabled:[Rec][Picture Size], [Quality], [Bracket], [iHandheld

117SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting pictures from 4K burst file and savingThis section describes how to select pictures from a 4K burst fil

118SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving<Slide view screen>Position of the displayed frameOperation

119SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving<4K burst playback screen>During pause During continuous pl

12SQW0721Contents by FunctionPCTransferring images to a PC ... 273“PHOTOfunSTUDIO” ...274SILKYPIX .

120SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen • Set [HDMI Mode

121SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsAdjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking])Recording mode: You can record bursts of pho

122SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsAdjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 4Press the shutter button fully to start rec

123SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsAdjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Select the focus point and save the picture

124SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsAdjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 3Touch [ ] to save the picture • The pictu

125SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsAdjusting the focus after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 3(When selecting [Range Merging])Touch the f

126SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting a Drive ModeRecording mode: You can switch the operation to be performed when you press the shutter but

127SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting a Drive ModeBurst function Setting [Burst Rate]After pressing in step 2 (→126), press to select t

128SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting a Drive ModeFocusing in burst modeFocusing varies depending on the [AFS/AFF/AFC] in [Rec] menu (→88) an

129SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsSelecting a Drive ModeTaking pictures with self-timer Setting the self-timer operationAfter pressing in step 2

13SQW0721Before UseBefore use Camera handlingKeep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ●Avoid using the camera under the fol

130SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsTaking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording)Recording mode: You can take multiple

131SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsTaking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) ●Bracket recording is disabled in th

132SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsTaking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording)Aperture BracketRecording mode: Abo

133SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsTaking pictures automatically at set intervals [Time Lapse Shot]Recording mode: You can preset data such as rec

134SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsTaking pictures automatically at set intervals [Time Lapse Shot] 4Select the motion picture creation method • [R

135SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsCreating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation]Recording mode: You can stitch still pictures to create st

136SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsCreating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation]6Touch [ ] to end the recording • You can also end the r

137SQW07214K Photo and Drive SettingsCreating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] ●[Auto Shooting] may not be performed according to the pr

138SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashCorrecting jitterRecording mode: Automatically detects and prevents jitter. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [Stab

139SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashCorrecting jitter ●When you use a tripod, we recommend setting [Stabilizer] to [OFF]. ●[Stabilizer] cannot be used

14SQW0721Before UseBefore use Always take a test shot firstBefore important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always ta

140SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashUsing ZoomZoom types and useThe zoom ratio changes when the picture size is changed.Optical ZoomRecording mode: Yo

141SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashUsing ZoomTo increase the zoom ratio further, the following zoom can be used in combination.[i.Zoom]Recording mode

142SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashUsing Zoom[Digital Zoom]Recording mode: Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom.Note that, with Digital

143SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashUsing ZoomUsing the zoom by performing touch operations (Touch zoom)1Touch [ ]2Touch [ ] • The slide bar is di

144SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashTaking pictures with flashRecording mode: Open/Close the built-in flash To open the flashSlide the flash open le

145SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashTaking pictures with flash The available flash rangeEdges of a picture may become slightly dark if using flash at

146SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashChanging Flash ModeRecording mode: Set the flash to match the recording. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Mode]: [Forc

147SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashSetting the Flash Functions Flash settings for each Recording mode (○: Available, –: Not available)Recording mode

148SQW0721Stabilizer, Zoom and FlashSetting the Flash FunctionsSetting the 2nd curtain syncRecording mode: 2nd curtain sync is a recording method in w

149SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Motion Picture/4K Motion PictureRecording mode: You can record full high-definition quality images that c

15SQW0721Before UseStandard AccessoriesCheck that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ●The accessories and their shape will diff

150SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture ●If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded

151SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Motion Picture/4K Motion PictureSetting the format, picture size and recording frame rate1Set the menu (→

152SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture • The quality becomes higher when the number of bit rate gets bigger. Th

153SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Motion Picture/4K Motion PictureAdjusting the focus while recording motion pictures ([Continuous AF])Reco

154SQW0721Recording motion picturesPan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping]Recording mode: By cropping your

155SQW0721Recording motion picturesPan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping]3Set the crop start frameCrop st

156SQW0721Recording motion picturesPan or zoom while recording with the camera in a fixed position [4K Live Cropping] Changing the position and size

157SQW0721Recording motion picturesTaking still pictures while a motion picture is being recordedRecording mode: 1Press the shutter button fully durin

158SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Snap MoviesRecording mode: You can specify the recording time in advance and record motion pictures casua

159SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Snap Movies Changing the settings → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [SET][Record time] Sets the reco

16SQW0721Before UseNames and Functions of Main Parts1Shutter button (→33)2Zoom lever (→32)3Motion picture button (→34)4Rear dial (→35)5Camera [ON/OFF]

160SQW0721Recording motion picturesRecording Snap MoviesSetting up [Pull Focus]Set the frames that specify the positions where the [Pull Focus] starts

161SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesViewing your pictures1Press [ ] (Playback) button2Press to select a picture to be displayed • When yo

162SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesViewing motion picturesThis unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. • Mo

163SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesViewing motion picturesCapturing still pictures from motion picturesSave a scene from a motion picture as a

164SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesSwitching the Playback MethodZooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom”1Move the zoom lever toward T sideCurren

165SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesSwitching the Playback MethodViewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback”1Move the zoom lev

166SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesYou can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one.[ ]:

167SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesViewing group picturesPlaying back group pictures one by one1Press • The same operation can be performed b

168SQW0721Playing Back and Editing PicturesDeleting picturesDeleted pictures cannot be recovered.[Delete Single]1Press [ ] button to delete displaye

169SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Rec] →169 [Custom] →189 [Playback] →207[Motion Picture] →187 [Setup] →198[Rec] • The [Photo Style], [Filter Se

17SQW0721Before UseNames and Functions of Main Parts10Strap eyelet (→18)16Charging lamp (→22) /Wi-Fi® connection lamp (→228)17[ ] ([Post Focus]) bu

170SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Photo Style]Recording mode: You can adjust the colors and picture quality according to the concept of the pict

171SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list Adjusting the picture quality • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.Standard

172SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Filter Settings]Recording mode: You can apply picture effects (filters) that are available for Creative Contro

173SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list Taking two still pictures with and without picture effects ([Simultaneous record w/o filter])You can take tw

174SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Picture Size]Recording mode: The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appea

175SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu listAbout RAW fileIn RAW file format the data is saved without any picture processing by the camera. To play back a

176SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Highlight Shadow]Recording mode: You can adjust the highlights and shadows in a picture while confirming the b

177SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[i.Dynamic]Recording mode: Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there

178SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[HDR]Recording mode: The camera can combine 3 still pictures taken at different exposures into a single properl

179SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Multi Exp.]Recording mode: You can create an effect similar to the operation of up to four times of exposure o

18SQW0721PreparationsAttaching the Hand StrapWe recommend attaching the hand strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.Strap eyelet

180SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Shutter Type]Recording mode: You can take pictures using two types of shutter modes: the mechanical shutter an

181SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Red-Eye Removal]Recording mode: Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording w

182SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Extended ISO]Recording mode: You can extend the numeric values that can be set for ISO Sensitivity. → [Rec]

183SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Color Space]Recording mode: You can set the method for reproducing the colors to correctly display the recorde

184SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list ●[Face Recog.] functions only when Auto Focus mode is set to [ ]. ●Only the first picture of the burst recor

185SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu listRecording tips when registering face pictures • Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have th

186SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Profile Setup]Recording mode: You can set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to recor

187SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Motion Picture] • The [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mod

188SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Flkr Decrease]Recording mode: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion p

189SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list • [Cust.Set Mem.] (→85) • [Silent Mode] (→189) • [AF/AE Lock] (→102) • [AF/AE Lock Hold] (→190) • [Shutter AF]

19SQW0721PreparationsCharging batteryAlways use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. • A

190SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[AF/AE Lock Hold]Focus and exposure stays locked even if you press and release the function button where [AF/AE

191SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list → [Custom][AF Assist Lamp]Illuminates the AF Assist Lamp when the shutter button is pressed halfway when it

192SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[MF Guide]When you focus manually, the MF guide is displayed on the screen. You can check whether the point of

193SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list → [Custom][Histogram]Enabling/disabling the histogram display.When set to [ON], you can move the display pos

194SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list → [Custom][Highlight]You can set overexposed areas (areas that are too bright and where there are no shades

195SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list → [Custom][Monochrome Live View]You can display the recording screen in black and white. This function is us

196SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Rec Area]Switching the angle of view setting used for recording still pictures and motion pictures. ●The recor

197SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list → [Custom][Lens Position Resume]Remember the zoom position and focus position when the camera is turned off.

198SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list • [Online Manual] (→198) • [Clock Set] (→28) • [World Time] (→198) • [Travel Date] (→199) • [Wi-Fi] (→199) • [

199SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list To set daylight savingsPress in step 2. (Press again to release the setting) • When daylight savings [ ] i

2SQW0721Finding the information you needIn this “Owner’s Manual for advanced features”, you can find the information you need from the following pages

20SQW0721PreparationsCharging batteryInserting the batteryTo charge the battery, insert it into the camera.1Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] posi

200SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Beep]Sets the beep sounds or shutter sounds. [Beep Volume] [Shutter Vol.] [Shutter Tone] ●When [Silent Mode

201SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Monitor Display]Adjust brightness and color of the monitor.[Brightness] Adjusts the brightness.[Contrast] Adju

202SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Economy] [Sleep Mode]The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time sele

203SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[TV Connection] [HDMI Mode]Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high-de

204SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Menu Resume]Save the last operated menu position.[Menu Background]Set the background color for the menu screen

205SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Self Timer Auto Off]The self-timer is canceled if the unit is turned off.[No.Reset]Reset picture file numbers.

206SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Level Gauge Adjust.] [Adjust.]Hold the camera in a horizontal position, and press [MENU/SET]. The level gauge

207SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Playback] • [Slide Show] (→208) • [Playback Mode] (→210) • [Location Logging] (→211) • [RAW Processing] (→212)

208SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Slide Show]Automatically play still pictures and motion pictures in order. You can also organize slide shows b

209SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list To change settings such as music or display timeSelect [Effect] or [Setup] and press [MENU/SET].[Effect] This

21SQW0721PreparationsCharging batteryCharging the batteryWe recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C

210SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Playback Mode]Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. ([Normal Play], [Picture Only], [Vide

211SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Location Logging]After you send location information (latitude and longitude) obtained by your smartphone/tabl

212SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[RAW Processing]You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created

213SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list4Press [MENU/SET] • The screen in step 2 reappears. To set another item, repeat steps 2 to 4.5Press to sele

214SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu listThe following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison screen.Current settingOpera

215SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[4K PHOTO Bulk Saving]You can bulk save 5 seconds’ worth of 4K recording from a 4K burst file. → [Playback] →

216SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu listPress [MENU/SET]The selected frames are remembered, and the display goes to the preview screen.Use to select

217SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Clear Retouch] • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enable

218SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Title Edit]You can enter characters (titles etc.) on a recorded picture. After text has been registered, it ca

219SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Text Stamp]You can stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination, travel dates, etc. on the rec

22SQW0721PreparationsCharging battery ●If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped. ●If a notebook computer that is not

220SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Video Divide]A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just

221SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Stop Motion Video]You can create a motion picture from the pictures in a group that was recorded using [Stop M

222SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Cropping]Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. → [Playback] → [Cropping]1Use to select a

223SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Rotate Disp.]This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vert

224SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Print Set]Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print-compatible

225SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Protect]Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. → [Playback] →

226SQW0721Using Menu FunctionsMenu list[Picture Sort]You can set the display sequence used for playing back pictures on this unit. → [Playback] → [P

227SQW0721Wi-FiWhat you can do with the Wi-Fi® functionOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone/tablet (→231)Taking pictures via a smartp

228SQW0721Wi-FiWi-Fi Function Before Use • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→28) • To use the Wi-Fi function on this unit, a wireless

229SQW0721Wi-FiWi-Fi Function Operations that can be performed by pressing the [Wi-Fi] buttonIf you press the [Wi-Fi] button when you do not have a W

23SQW0721PreparationsCharging batteryRemaining battery60pRemaining battery (only when using battery)(flashes red)If the battery mark flashes red, rech

230SQW0721Wi-FiWi-Fi Function Describing methodWhen selecting “[Select a destination from History]”, etc. is described in a step, perform any of the

231SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneYou can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone.The “Panasonic Image App” (

232SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneConnecting to a smartphoneConnecting without using the passwordYou can easily esta

233SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneUsing a password to set up a connectionWhen [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [ON], you c

234SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Manually entering a password to set up a connection(On the camera) → [Setup] →

235SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone When connecting with [Via Network](On the camera)Select [Via Network] and press

236SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneTaking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording)1Connect to a smartphone (→232)

237SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphonePlaying back pictures in the camera on a smartphone1Connect to a smartphone (→232)

238SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneSending pictures in the camera to social networking services1Connect to a smartpho

239SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone Recording location information and taking picturesStart recording the location i

24SQW0721PreparationsInserting and removing the card (optional) • Make sure that the camera is turned off.1Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] posit

240SQW0721Wi-FiOperating the camera by connecting it to a smartphoneCombining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your preference on

241SQW0721Wi-FiDisplaying still pictures on a TVYou can display still pictures on a TV that is compatible with a DLNA certified digital media renderer

242SQW0721Wi-FiWhen sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then select the method of sending pictures.After you have completed connecting, y

243SQW0721Wi-FiSending pictures ●Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. ●If you turn off the came

244SQW0721Wi-FiSending picturesChanging the settings for sending imagesAfter you have completed connecting, you can change the sending settings, such

245SQW0721Wi-FiPreparationInstall “Image App” in advance. (→231) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Rec

246SQW0721Wi-FiWireless printingYou can print out recorded still pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible)* printer.* Compliant

247SQW0721Wi-FiSending pictures to AV deviceStill pictures and motion pictures can be sent to AV devices in the home (home AV devices), such as DLNA c

248SQW0721Wi-FiSending pictures to a PCStill pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera can be sent to a PC.Preparations • Turn the computer

249SQW0721Wi-FiSending pictures to a PCSending pictures to a PC → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Reco

25SQW0721PreparationsAbout the CardThe following SD standard-based cards can be used.Type of Card Capacity NotesSD Memory Cards 512 MB – 2 GB • This

250SQW0721Wi-FiUsing WEB servicesThrough “LUMIX CLUB”, you can send still pictures and motion pictures to social networking services, etc. By selectin

251SQW0721Wi-FiUsing WEB servicesRegistering the WEB service to “LUMIX CLUB”Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB servic

252SQW0721Wi-FiUsing WEB services Quickly sending pictures in the camera to WEB servicesOnce you send a picture, you can send pictures to the WEB ser

253SQW0721Wi-FiUsing WEB servicesWhen sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service]PreparationYou need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→254) and configure the

254SQW0721Wi-FiUsing “LUMIX CLUB”About the [LUMIX CLUB]Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” login ID (free).If you register this unit to the “LUMIX CLUB”, you can s

255SQW0721Wi-FiUsing “LUMIX CLUB”Acquiring a new login ID ([New account]) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] → [LUMIX CLUB] → [Set/Add Account] →

256SQW0721Wi-FiUsing “LUMIX CLUB”Using a previously acquired login ID/confirming and changing login ID and password ([Set Login ID])PreparationTo use

257SQW0721Wi-FiUsing “LUMIX CLUB”To set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphoneSetting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone

258SQW0721Wi-FiUsing “LUMIX CLUB”Check the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of useCheck the details if the terms of use have been updated. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [

259SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsThe following types of connections are available.[New Connection]Connect after selecting the Wi-Fi function and destin

26SQW0721PreparationsAbout the CardFormatting the card (initialization)Format the card before recording a picture with this unit.Since data cannot be

260SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsConnecting via a wireless access point ([Via Network])Select a connection method to the wireless access point. • WPS r

261SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsIf you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List])Search for available wireless access point

262SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connections When connecting with [Manual Input]On the screen of step 1 of “If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (conn

263SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsConnecting directly ([Direct])Select a connection method with which your equipment is compatible. • Read the operating

264SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsConnecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destinat

265SQW0721Wi-FiAbout connectionsEditing items registered in Favorite → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Select a destination from Favorite]1

266SQW0721Wi-Fi[Wi-Fi Setup]Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function.[Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. → [Setup

267SQW0721Wi-Fi[Wi-Fi Setup]Item Description[Wi-Fi Function Lock]To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to p

268SQW0721Connecting with other devicesEnjoying 4K motion picturesViewing 4K motion pictures Viewing on TV screenWhen you connect this unit to a 4K-c

269SQW0721Connecting with other devicesEnjoying 4K motion picturesStoring 4K motion pictures Storing 4K motion pictures on your PCFor details (→273).

27SQW0721PreparationsAbout the CardRecording time capacity (motion pictures) • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which

270SQW0721Connecting with other devicesViewing on TV screenYou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI mic

271SQW0721Connecting with other devicesViewing on TV screen ●Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the asp

272SQW0721Connecting with other devicesViewing on TV screenVIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ●VIERA Link is a function that

273SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PCStill/motion pictures can be copied from the came

274SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PCDownloading softwareIf you wish to play back or e

275SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PCSILKYPIX Developer Studio SEThis software develop

276SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PCCopying still pictures and motion picturesPrepara

277SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfu

278SQW0721Connecting with other devicesStoring recorded still pictures and motion pictures in the recorderIf you insert a card that has pictures recor

279SQW0721Connecting with other devicesPrintingYou can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing.Preparations • Adjust the prin

28SQW0721PreparationsSetting the clockThe clock is not set when the camera is shipped.1Set the Camera [ON/OFF] switch to [ON] • If the language select

280SQW0721Connecting with other devicesPrintingPrinting multiple picturesMultiple pictures are printed at one time.1Press to select [Multi Print] in

281SQW0721Connecting with other devicesPrinting Making print settings on the cameraSetting options include the number of printed pictures and their s

282SQW0721OthersOptional accessoriesUsing the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) instead of the batteryBy using the AC adaptor (optional)

283SQW0721OthersList of monitor display • The information displayed, such as histograms, magnifications, and numeric values, are only for the purpose

284SQW0721OthersList of monitor display [Quality] (→174)120fps [High Speed Video] (→83)AFS AFF AFC MF[AFS/AFF/AFC] (→88)/ MF (→100)Focus Bracket (→1

285SQW0721OthersList of monitor display*1 [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.*2 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the

286SQW0721OthersList of monitor displayIn playback Playback Mode (→210)Protected picture (→225)Number of prints (→224)With location information (

287SQW0721OthersList of monitor displayClear Retouch completed icon (→217)Acquiring information icon Playback (Motion Pictures) (→162) 1ST DAYTravel e

288SQW0721OthersList of monitor displayHistogram (→38)Recording information1/98 Picture number/Total pictures100-0001 Folder/File number (→277)*1 [h

289SQW0721OthersMessage displaysThe following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor, and how to respond to them. Memory car

29SQW0721PreparationsSetting the clock7When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET]8When [Please set the home area] is

290SQW0721OthersMessage displays Wi-Fi function[Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] • The wireles

291SQW0721OthersQ&A TroubleshootingTry checking these items (→291 - 299) first.If the problem persists,Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may

292SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting RecordingCannot record pictures. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed

293SQW0721OthersQ&A TroubleshootingStriping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is

294SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting Motion PictureCannot record motion pictures. • When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to ta

295SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting MonitorThe monitor is turned off although the camera is turned on. • If no operations are performed during t

296SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting Wi-Fi functionIt cannot connect to the wireless LAN. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is

297SQW0721OthersQ&A TroubleshootingThe Wi-Fi connection is not recognizing my PC.The camera cannot be connected to Mac computer/Windows PC via Wi

298SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting TV, computer, printerNo image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. • Not connected correctly (→270).

299SQW0721OthersQ&A Troubleshooting OthersThe lens makes a clicking noise. • When the camera is turned on or off, the lens is moved, or an apert

3SQW0721How to use this manualClick this icon to jump to “Finding the information you need”.Click this icon to jump to “Contents”.Click this icon to j

30SQW0721BasicsHolding the cameraHold the camera gently with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly ap

300SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesWhen in use ●Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, T

301SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesCaring for your cameraTo clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (optional) or a card, or discon

302SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesLens ●Do not press the lens with excessive force. ●Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerpr

303SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesAC adaptor (supplied) ●Keep at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference). ●The AC

304SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesPersonal InformationTo protect personal information, we recommend that you set a Wi-Fi password or a Wi-Fi fun

305SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesWi-Fi function Use the camera as a wireless LAN deviceWhen using equipment or computer systems that require m

306SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notes ●SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ●The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and t

307SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other us

308SQW0721OthersUsage cautions and notesThis product incorporates the following software:(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic

31SQW0721BasicsAdjusting the angle of the monitorYou can adjust the angle of the monitor. • Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the monitor.

32SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingZoom Lever (Use Zoom)You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using the zoom lever or co

33SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingShutter button (Taking pictures) • Press the [ ] button ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ]

34SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingMotion picture button (Recording motion pictures)1Press the motion picture button to start recor

35SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingControl ring / Aperture ring / Rear dialYou can use the control ring ( )/Aperture ring ( )/rear

36SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingChanging the settings assigned to the control ring/rear dialChanges the settings assigned to the

37SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for RecordingCursor button / [MENU/SET] button (Selecting/setting items)Pressing the cursor button: Selectio

38SQW0721BasicsButtons/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Using the level gaugeIf you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for ex

39SQW0721BasicsTouch screen (Touch operations)Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger.TouchTo touch an

4SQW0721Contents Finding the information you need ... 2 How to use this manual ... 3 Before use ...

40SQW0721BasicsTouch screen (Touch operations)Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function)Recording mode: This function enables you to f

41SQW0721BasicsTouch screen (Touch operations)Easily Optimizing the Brightness for a Specified Area ([Touch AE])Recording mode: You can easily optimi

42SQW0721BasicsSetting the menuYou can use the menu to set camera and recording functions, operate playback functions, and perform other operations. •

43SQW0721BasicsSetting the menu2Press to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]ItemPage • The menu item can also be selected by rotating the re

44SQW0721BasicsCalling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu)You can easily call some of the menu items and set them during recording. • Some i

45SQW0721BasicsCalling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu)Change the Quick Menu to your preferred itemWhen [Q.MENU] (→197) in the [Custom] m

46SQW0721BasicsYou can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn3]) or icons displayed on the screen ([Fn4] - [Fn8]). • Cert

47SQW0721BasicsAssigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons)Using the function buttons during recordingPress the function but

48SQW0721BasicsAssigning frequently used functions to the buttons (Function buttons) ●When [Cursor Button Lock] is assigned to a function button, ope

49SQW0721BasicsEntering Text1Use to select characters2Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed • [ ]: Enter a

5SQW0721ContentsRecording mode Taking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) ... 50Taking pictures using a han

50SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode)Recording mode: This mode is recommended for those who want to

51SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Auto Focus, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition[AF Mode]

52SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Automatic Scene DetectionWhen taking pictures[i-Portrait] [i-S

53SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Taking pictures using a handheld camera ([iHandheld Night Sho

54SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Combining pictures into a single still picture with rich grada

55SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording images by changing the brightness (exposure) or colo

56SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures with automatic settings (Intelligent Auto Mode) Defocusing the background (Defocus control function)Recording

57SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot]Recording mode: If you rotate the monitor, Self Shot Mode is activated. You can easily

58SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot]3Touch the slide bar • You can set it to “Off” or a value in the range [1] to [10]. If

59SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot]Changing the way the shutter is releasedIn [Shutter], you can select the way you start

6SQW0721ContentsFocus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Auto Focus ... 87Set the focusing operation to be perfor

60SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures of Yourself [Self Shot] ●If you set [Self Shot] to [OFF], the mode will not switch to Self Shot Mode even if y

61SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter speed (Program AE Mode)Recording mode: Take picture

62SQW0721Recording modeRecording mode: • The effect of the aperture value and shutter speed you have set is not applied to the recording screen. To c

63SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedTaking pictures by setting the shutter speed (Shutter-Priority

64SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed

65SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedOptimizing the ISO sensitivity for the aperture value and shutte

66SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedChecking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed (Pr

67SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedDepth of field characteristicRecording conditionsAperture value

68SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speedEasily set aperture / shutter speed for suitable exposure (One

69SQW0721Recording modeRecording mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama.1Set mode dial to [ ]2Pres

7SQW0721ContentsStabilizer, Zoom and Flash Correcting jitter ... 138 Using Zoom ... 14

70SQW0721Recording modeRecording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama

71SQW0721Recording modeRecording panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) About panorama picture playbackPressing will start scrolling playback autom

72SQW0721Recording modeRecording mode: If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the ca

73SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode)Types of Scene Guide ModeDisplaying the description of each scene and

74SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode)8: [Bright Blue Sky]9: [Romantic Sunset Glow]10: [Vivid Sunset Glow]1

75SQW0721Recording modeTaking pictures according to the scene (Scene Guide Mode)20: [Appetizing Food] ●Degree of background defocusing can be changed

76SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode)Recording mode: This mode records with additional pictu

77SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Types of picture effectsDisplaying the description of e

78SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Selecting the color to be retained ([One Point Color]

79SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Adjusting the picture effects according to your prefere

8SQW0721ContentsWi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi® function ... 227 Wi-Fi Function ...

80SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set[Cross Process] Col

81SQW0721Recording modeTaking Pictures with different picture effects (Creative Control Mode) Setting brightness (exposure)1Press to display the se

82SQW0721Recording modeRecording motion pictures by setting the aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode)Recording mode: You can record moti

83SQW0721Recording modeRecording motion pictures by setting the aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode)Recording Slow Motion Pictures ([Hi

84SQW0721Recording modeRecording motion pictures by setting the aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode)Minimizing operational sounds durin

85SQW0721Recording modeRegistering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode)Recording mode: Registering your own settings ([Cust.Set Mem.])Up to

86SQW0721Recording modeRegistering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording using registered custom set1Set mode dial to [ ] • The c

87SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusRecording mode: By setting the optimum Focus Mode or Auto

88SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusSet the focusing operation to be performed when the shutte

89SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusSwitching [AF Mode]Recording mode: This allows the focusin

9SQW0721ContentsConnecting with other devices Enjoying 4K motion pictures ... 268Viewing 4K motion pictures ...268Storing 4K

90SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusTaking front-on pictures of people (Face/Eye Detection)T

91SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusAutomatically locking the focus on a moving subject (tra

92SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusSubject not centered in picture (49-area-focusing)Focuse

93SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto Focus4Select the AF areaSelected AF areaWhen selecting [ ] /

94SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusDetermined position for focus (1-area-focusing) / (Pin

95SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusChanging the position and size of the AF areaRecording mod

96SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto Focus When selecting [ ]You can set the focus position by se

97SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto Focus When selecting [ ]You can enlarge the screen to perfor

98SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking pictures with Auto FocusOptimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position

99SQW0721Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone SettingsTaking close-up pictures (Macro recording)Recording mode: This mode allows you to take c