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Panasonic Lumix DC-G9L Owner's Manual

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Basic Owner's Manual
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DC-G9L
DC-G9
(U.S. customers only)
DVQX1310ZA
F1117HN0

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  • Page 1 More detailed owner's manual is available in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website. (P123) Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit: ...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DC-G9 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support DC-G9 (ENG) DVQX1310...
  • Page 4 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu. Press to select [Approved Regulations], and press [MENU/SET]. Contains FCC ID: VPYLB1JS955 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 5 “High Speed HDMI cable” (Type A–Type A plug, up to 1.5 m (4.9 feet) long) • Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional). • Do not use the headphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
  • Page 6 • Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC12: optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. • Do not press the lens with excessive force. •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Taking Pictures with the External Flash (Optional)..........64 Recording Motion Picture ......65 Information for Your Safety......2 Recording Motion Pictures in Preparation/Basic Creative Video Mode ........ 68 Care of the camera ........8 Playback Standard Accessories .........9 Playing Back Pictures....... 71 About cards that can be used with this Playing Back Motion Pictures ....

  • Page 8: Preparation/Basic

    C to 0 C (14 oF to 32 oF)): – Attach a Panasonic interchangeable lens with a minimum recommended operating temperature of s10 oC (14 oF) before use. Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera body. Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may cause a malfunction or damage.

  • Page 9: Standard Accessories

    Preparation/Basic Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of November 2017. These may be subject to change. Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in this owner’s manual.) 1 Interchangeable Lens ¢1,2 DC-G9L...

  • Page 10: About Cards That Can Be Used With This Unit

    • The card is optional. • Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060). • If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. About cards that can be used with this unit •...

  • Page 11: About The Lens

    • To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the support site below: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, attach it to the camera body and select [Version Disp.] in the [Setup] menu.

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of Components

    Preparation/Basic Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 30 29 Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (P64) Charging lamp (P18)/ • Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of WIRELESS connection lamp (P90) children to prevent swallowing. Motion picture button (P65) Mode dial (P25) Focus distance reference mark Mode dial lock button (P25)
  • Page 13 Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC12: prevent swallowing. optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: Speaker optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor Joystick (P24, 42)/Function button (P32) Center (Fn11)/3 (Fn12)/1 (Fn13)/4 (Fn14)/ (DMW-AC10PP: optional). 2 (Fn15) • When using an AC adaptor (optional), use the...
  • Page 14 Preparation/Basic ∫ Lens H-ES12060 Lens surface Tele Focus ring (P43) Zoom ring Wide O.I.S. switch [AF/MF] switch • When either the [AF/MF] switch of the lens or the setting of the camera is set to [MF], Manual Focus (MF) is enabled. Contact point Lens mount rubber Lens fitting mark (P19)

  • Page 15: Quick Start Guide

    Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Quick Start Guide • Check that the camera is turned off. Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. • Perform steps 1 to 8 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap. •...
  • Page 16 ∫ Inserting the Battery • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLF19PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. • Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever A.
  • Page 17 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Insert the battery into this unit. Check that this unit is turned off. A Connect the USB connection cable F USB connection cable (supplied) (supplied) to the [USB/CHARGE] socket. • Check the direction of the terminals and B Charging lamp plug in/out straight holding onto the plug.
  • Page 18 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” ∫ About the charging lamp Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) • When the charging lamp flashes – Reconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) in a location where the ambient temperature (and the temperature of battery) is in a 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF) range, and try charging again.
  • Page 19 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Inserting the Card (Optional) • Check that the camera is turned off. • Push it securely all the way until you hear a click while being careful about the direction in which you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. ∫...
  • Page 20 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Opening the Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below. 1 Open the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its original position.
  • Page 21 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Diopter adjustment Rotate the diopter adjustment dial. • Adjust until you can see the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly. Formatting the card (initialization) Format the card before recording a picture with this unit. Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary data in advance.
  • Page 22 Preparation/Basic “Quick Start Guide” Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. 2.8 60 60 60 60 60 60 (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) •...

  • Page 23: Basic Operations

    Preparation/Basic Basic Operations Turn on the status LCD backlight Set the camera ON/OFF switch to [ • When the camera ON/OFF switch is released, it returns to the [ON] position. The status LCD backlight turns off after approx. 5 seconds. •...
  • Page 24 Preparation/Basic Allows you to set the aperture, shutter speed, and other settings when in modes. Mode dial Front dial Rear Dial Program Shift Program Shift Aperture value Aperture value Shutter speed Shutter speed Aperture value Shutter speed Joystick The joystick can be operated in two ways: it can be moved up, down, left or right, or it can be pressed.
  • Page 25 Preparation/Basic Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) Press the mode dial lock button 1 to release the lock. • The dial is locked if the mode dial lock button is depressed. Each press locks/unlocks the dial. Rotate the mode dial 2 and adjust the recording mode.
  • Page 26 Preparation/Basic Custom Mode Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. ∫ Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) 1 Set in advance the Recording Mode you wish to save and select the desired menu settings on the camera. 2 Select the menu.
  • Page 27 Preparation/Basic [LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder) Press [LVF]. A [LVF] button B Eye sensor • The monitor/viewfinder will switch as follows: – Automatic viewfinder/monitor switching ¢ – Viewfinder display ¢ – Monitor display ¢ If [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu is set to [ON], the camera automatically adjusts the focus as the eye sensor is activated.
  • Page 28 Preparation/Basic • [ ] Live View Finder style display layout (Example of viewfinder style display) With information With information (detailed With information (tilt (detailed With information information, tilt sensor display) information) sensor display) • [ ] Monitor style display layout (Example of monitor style display) With information (tilt Without information With information...
  • Page 29 Preparation/Basic Touch screen (Touch operations) ∫ Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Fn10 Fn10 Fn10 ∫ Drag A movement without releasing the touch screen. B B B ∫ Pinch (enlarge/reduce) 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X Pinch the touch screen apart (enlarge) or together (reduce) with two fingers.

  • Page 30: Setting Menu Items

    Preparation/Basic Setting menu items Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2. Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as [ • You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial. [Intelligent Auto] (P75) These menus let you set the functions available only for [Creative Video] (P75) their corresponding Recording Modes.

  • Page 31: Calling Frequently-Used Menus Instantly (Quick Menu)

    Preparation/Basic Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. • Menu items that are not available are displayed in gray. When a gray item is selected, if you press [MENU/SET], a message indicating that the item cannot be set is displayed along with the reason why it cannot be set under certain conditions.

  • Page 32: Assigning Frequently-Used Functions To Buttons/Lever (Function Buttons/Function Lever)

    Preparation/Basic Assigning Frequently-Used Functions to Buttons/Lever (Function Buttons/Function Lever) You can assign various features, such as recording functions, to specific buttons and icons as well as the function lever. Assigning functions to function buttons Select the menu. > [Custom] > [Operation] >...
  • Page 33 Preparation/Basic ∫ Functions that can be assigned in [Setting in REC mode] – [Wi-Fi]: [Fn6] ¢ – [Quality] – [Picture Mode in Rec.] – [Q.MENU]: [Fn2] ¢ – [AFS/AFF] – [Mic Level Adj.] – [Video Record] – [Mic. Directivity Adjust] –...
  • Page 34 Preparation/Basic Assigning a function to the function lever Register a function and its setting that operate when you set the function lever (P24) to [MODE2]. Select the menu. > [Custom] > [Operation] > [Fn MENU Lever Setting] > [Function of Fn Lever] Press 3/4 to select the function you want to assign, and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 35: Recording

    Recording Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene. Set the mode dial to [ • At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.
  • Page 36 Recording Taking pictures with customized color, defocus control, and brightness settings Recording Mode: ∫ Setting color Press [ Rotate the rear dial to adjust color. • To return to the recording screen, press [ ] again. • The color setting will return to the default level (center point) when this unit is turned off or the camera is switched B B B to another Recording Mode.

  • Page 37: Setting The Focus Mode (Afs/Aff/Afc)

    Recording Setting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC) Applicable modes: The method for achieving focus when the shutter button is pressed halfway is set. Set the focus mode lever. Item Scene (recommended) Subject is still “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. (Scenery, The focus stays locked while the shutter button is [AFS]...

  • Page 38: Setting The Auto Focus Mode

    Recording ∫ Adjusting the AF Custom settings Press 2/1 to select the AF Custom setting. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. • To reset to the default settings, press [DISP.]. Sets the sensitivity to be applied when adjusting the focus [AF Sensitivity] according to the movement of the subject.
  • Page 39 Recording The camera keeps adjusting the focus and exposure automatically to the specified moving object. (Dynamic Tracking) (When [Metering Mode] is set to [ ([Tracking]) • Aim the AF tracking area over the subject to be tracked, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject. •...
  • Page 40 Recording ∫ Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi]) Press [ Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and press 3 . Press 2/1 to select a setting and then press 4 . A The current shape of the AF area This shape is convenient for taking panning shots or similar ([Horizontal Pattern])

  • Page 41: Specifying The Af Area Position

    Recording ∫ Registering the set AF area to [ ], [ ] or [ 1 On the screen in step on P40, press 3 . 2 Press 3/4 to select a destination to which the setting will be registered, and press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 42 Recording ∫ When selecting [ 1 Press [ 2 Select [ ] and press 4. 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/SET]. 4 Move [+] to the position to be in focus. Button Touch operation Description of operation operation Touching...

  • Page 43: Adjusting Focus Manually

    Recording Adjusting Focus Manually Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. Set the focus mode lever to [MF]. Press [ Press 3/4/2/1 to adjust the focus position, and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 44: Fixing The Focus And The Exposure (Af/Ae Lock)

    Recording Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: Lock the focus and exposure in advance to take pictures with the same focus and exposure settings while changing the composition. This is useful when you want to bring an edge of the screen into focus or there is a backlight, for example.

  • Page 45: Setting The Light Sensitivity

    Recording Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Press [ Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the rear dial. AUTO AUTO LIMIT LIMIT • You can switch the functions between the rear dial and the front dial by pressing [DISP.].

  • Page 46: Adjusting The White Balance

    Recording Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: White Balance adjusts the color of white according to the light source to make the overall color hue closer to what is seen by the eye. Press [ Rotate the rear dial or front dial to select the White Balance.
  • Page 47 Recording ¢ When taking pictures with the flash only Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Press 2 Place a white object such as a piece of paper within the frame at the center of the screen, and press [MENU/SET]. •...

  • Page 48: Select A Drive Mode

    Recording Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Rotating the drive mode dial. [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. Recordings are made in succession while the shutter button is [Burst] (P49) pressed.

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

    Recording Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Applicable modes: • You can apply different Burst Mode settings to [ ] (Burst Shot 1) and [ ] (Burst Shot 2) by setting [Burst Shot 1 Setting] and [Burst Shot 2 Setting] in the [Rec] menu. Set the drive mode dial to [ ] (Burst Shot 1) or [...

  • Page 50: Recording 6K/4K Photos

    Recording Notes on super high-speed burst recording ([SH2]/[SH1]/[SH2 PRE]/[SH1 PRE]) • Shutter speeds slower than 1/60 seconds are not available. • The aperture will be fixed during burst recording • To protect the camera, even if you press the shutter button halfway, Pre-Burst may not operate when the camera’s temperature has risen due to, for example, high ambient temperature or continuous Pre-Burst recording.
  • Page 51 Recording Select the recording method. > [Rec] > [6K/4K PHOTO] > [Rec Method] MENU For capturing the best shot of a fast-  moving subject Burst recording is performed while the shutter button is pressed and held. [6K/4K Burst] ¢ ...
  • Page 52 Recording • The camera will perform burst recording of a 6K/4K photo and saves it as a 6K/4K burst file with a [Rec Format] setting of [MP4]. • When [Auto Review] is enabled, the picture selection screen will be displayed automatically. •...
  • Page 53 Recording ∫ Saving pictures taken with the 6K/4K Photo function at once ([6K/4K PHOTO Bulk Saving]) You can save pictures of a 6K/4K burst file that were extracted from any 5 second period at once. Select the menu. > [Playback] > [6K/4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] MENU Press 2/1 to select the 6K/4K photo burst files and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 54: Controlling Focus After Recording (Post Focus/Focus Stacking)

    Recording Controlling Focus After Recording (Post Focus/Focus Stacking) Applicable modes: The camera can perform Burst recording in the same picture quality as 6K/4K photo recording while automatically shifting the focus to different areas. After the recording, you can select the desired focus point for the picture to be saved. This function is suited for recording still objects.
  • Page 55 Recording Selecting the desired focus area and saving a picture Select an image with the [ ] icon on the playback screen, and press 3. Touch the desired focus area. • If a picture that is in focus is not available for the selected area, a red frame will be displayed.

  • Page 56: Taking Pictures With Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation

    Recording Taking Pictures with Time Lapse Shot/Stop Motion Animation Applicable modes: You can take pictures with Time Lapse Shot or Stop Motion Animation. In addition, the pictures taken can be combined into a motion picture. • Set the date and time settings in advance. (P20) •...
  • Page 57 Recording Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. Set the drive mode dial to [ Select the menu. > [Rec] > [Time Lapse/Animation] > [Mode] > [Stop Motion MENU Animation] Press 3/4 to select an item and set.

  • Page 58: Taking Pictures While Adjusting A Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording)

    Recording Taking Pictures While Adjusting a Setting Automatically (Bracket Recording) Applicable modes: You can take multiple pictures while automatically adjusting a setting by pressing the shutter button. Select the menu. > [Rec] > [Bracket] > [Bracket Type] MENU Press the shutter button to perform recording while Exposure Bracket adjusting the exposure.
  • Page 59 Recording Exposure Bracket ∫ About [More Settings] (step in P58) Sets the number of pictures to be taken and the exposure compensation range. [Step] • ] (Takes three pictures with an interval of 1/3 EV) to • ] (Takes seven pictures with an interval of 1 EV) [Sequence] Sets the order in which pictures are taken.
  • Page 60 Recording White Balance Bracket ∫ About [More Settings] (step in P58) Rotate the control dial to adjust the correction range, G G G G G G and press [MENU/SET]. : Horizontal ([A] to [B]) A A A A A A B B B B B B B : Vertical ([G] to [M]) M M M M M M...

  • Page 61: Image Stabilizer

    • The image stabilizers to be activated differ depending on your lens. The icon for the currently activated image stabilizer is displayed on the recording screen. When recording When taking pictures motion pictures Panasonic lenses compatible with Dual I.S. Mode (Based on the Micro Four Thirds System Lens + Body standard) Lens + Body (Dual I.S.) (...
  • Page 62 Recording Select the menu. > [Rec] > [Stabilizer] MENU Camera shake is corrected for up/down, left/right, and ([Normal]) rotational movements. Camera shake is corrected for up/down movements. This mode is ideal for panning (a method of taking pictures [Operation ([Panning]) which involves turning the camera to track the movements of a Mode] subject which continues to move in a fixed direction).

  • Page 63: Raising The Telescopic Effect

    Recording Raising the telescopic effect Applicable modes: Extended Tele Conversion enables you to take pictures that are further enlarged without deteriorating the picture quality. 1.4k: [ 2.0k: [ When taking [Ex. Tele Conv.] 1.4k: When recording 6K/4K photos ¢ ([16:9]/[1:1]) pictures ([Rec]) ¢...

  • Page 64: Taking Pictures With The External Flash (Optional)

    Recording Taking Pictures with the External Flash (Optional) Applicable modes: You can attach a flash (DMW-FL580L/DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional) and take pictures with it. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for how to attach the external flash. ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe.

  • Page 65: Recording Motion Picture

    Recording Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. In addition, the camera can record 4K motion pictures in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.
  • Page 66 Recording • When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is recorded continuously, the camera may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. • Continuous motion picture recordable times Continuous [Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Size interval for dividing files...
  • Page 67 Recording When [MP4] is selected Item Size Recording frame rate Sensor output Bit rate [4K/150M/60p] ¢2 3840k2160 60 frames/second 150 Mbps [4K/100M/30p] 3840k2160 30 frames/second 100 Mbps [4K/100M/24p] 3840k2160 24 frames/second 100 Mbps [FHD/28M/60p] 1920k1080 60 frames/second 28 Mbps [FHD/20M/30p] 1920k1080 30 frames/second 20 Mbps...

  • Page 68: Recording Motion Pictures In Creative Video Mode

    Recording Recording Motion Pictures in Creative Video Mode Recording Mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity and record motion pictures. Set the mode dial to [ Select the menu. > [Creative Video] > [Exposure Mode] > [P]/[A]/[S]/[M] MENU •...
  • Page 69 Recording Recording slow motion pictures (High Speed Video) You can record slow motion pictures by performing ultra-high-speed recording. • Use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. Set the mode dial to [ Select the menu. > [Creative Video] > [High Speed Video] MENU Frame rate (for [Rec Quality] (for...
  • Page 70 Recording • [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] in the [Motion Picture] menu will be fixed to [MP4] and [FHD/ 20M/30p], respectively. • Hold the camera firmly in place while recording. Set the mode dial to [ Select the menu. > [Creative Video] >...

  • Page 71: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2/1. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture A Card slot • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the 1/98 1/98 1/98 1/98 pictures in succession. •...

  • Page 72: Switching The Playback Method

    Playback Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X 2.0X Button Touch Description of operation operation operation Enlarges/reduces the screen in large steps. Pinching out/in Enlarges/reduces the screen in small steps. Dragging Moves the enlarged area (during enlarged display).

  • Page 73: Playing Back Group Pictures

    Playback Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the recording date and press [MENU/SET]. 2018 • Only the images recorded on that date will be displayed. •...

  • Page 74: Deleting Pictures

    Playback Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. ∫ To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ • The same operation can be performed by touching [ Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 75: Menu

    Menu Menu list To display explanations of the menu items. If you press [DISP.] while a menu item or setting is selected, a description of the menu is displayed. Menus that are only available for particular Recording Modes The following menus are displayed only for their corresponding Recording Modes: [Intelligent Auto] [Intelligent Auto Mode] [iHandheld Night Shot]...
  • Page 76 Menu [Motion Picture] [Rec Format] [i.Resolution] [Mic Level Disp.] [Rec Quality] [ISO Sensitivity (video)] [Mic Level Adj.] [AFS/AFF] [Shading Comp.] [Mic Level Limiter] [Continuous AF] [Diffraction Compensation] [Wind Noise Canceller]/ [Wind Cut] [Photo Style] [Stabilizer] [Filter Settings] [Flkr Decrease] [Lens Noise Cut] [Luminance Level] [Ex.
  • Page 77 Menu [Setup] [Online Manual] [LVF Display Speed] [Version Disp.] [Cust.Set Mem.] [Night Mode] [Folder / File Settings] [Clock Set] [Double Slot Function] [Monitor Display]/ [Viewfinder] [World Time] [Save/Restore Camera Setting] [Travel Date] [Monitor Luminance] [No.Reset] [Wi-Fi] [Status-LCD Backlight] [Reset] [Bluetooth] [Eye Sensor] [Reset Network Settings] [Wireless Connection Lamp]...
  • Page 78 Menu [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. > [Rec] > [Picture Size] MENU When the aspect ratio is [4:3]. When the aspect ratio is [16:9].
  • Page 79 Menu [Photo Style] Applicable modes: You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to record. > [Rec] > [Photo Style] MENU [Standard] This is the standard setting. [Vivid] Brilliant effect with high saturation and contrast. [Natural] Soft effect with low contrast.
  • Page 80 Menu ∫ Adjusting the picture quality Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. - 5 - 5 ±0 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 ±0 to adjust. ±0 ±0 DISP.カスタム登録 Increases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture.
  • Page 81 • Use a tripod to minimize camera shake. • If you are using a Panasonic interchangeable lens, its image stabilizer function will be automatically set to [OFF]. When using a non-Panasonic interchangeable lens provided with an image stabilizer function that can be turned ON/OFF, set it to OFF.
  • Page 82 Menu ∫ Changing the setup Sets the picture size. When the aspect ratio is [4:3]. When the aspect ratio is [16:9]. [XL] (80.5M): 10368k7776 [XL] (60.5M): 10368k5832 [Picture Size] [LL] (40M): 7296k5472 [LL] (30M): 7296k4104 When the aspect ratio is [3:2]. When the aspect ratio is [1:1].
  • Page 83 Menu [Shutter Type] Applicable modes: Select the shutter type to be used for taking pictures. > [Rec] > [Shutter Type] MENU Settings: [AUTO]/[MSHTR]/[EFC]/[ESHTR] Electronic Front Mechanical shutter Electronic Shutter Curtain The camera starts an The camera starts and The camera starts and exposure electronically, Description ends an exposure with...
  • Page 84 Menu [Economy] The camera can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. > [Setup] > [Economy] MENU The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for [Sleep Mode] the time selected on the setting. [Sleep Mode(Wi- The camera is automatically turned off if it is not connected to a Wi-Fi Fi)]...
  • Page 85 Menu [Folder / File Settings] Set the folder and file name patterns in which images are to be saved. Folder name File name 100ABCDE PABC0001.JPG       1 Folder number (3-digits, 100–999) 1 Color space ([P]: sRGB, [_]: AdobeRGB) 2 5-digit user-defined segment 2 3-digit user-defined segment 3 File number (4-digits, 0001–9999)
  • Page 86 Menu [Double Slot Function] Set the way recording to the card slots 1 and 2 is performed. > [Setup] > [Double Slot Function] MENU Relays recording to the other card slot even after the first card runs out of free space during recording. [Destination Slot]: [ •...
  • Page 87 Menu [Save/Restore Camera Setting] Save the camera’s setup information to the card. Since saved setup information can be imported to the camera, you can apply the same setup to more than one camera. • Save/load setup information using the card inserted to the card slot 1. >...
  • Page 88 Menu [My Menu Setting] Register frequently-used menus and display them in [My Menu]. You can register up to 23 menus. > [My Menu] > [My Menu Setting] MENU [Add] Specifies the menu to be displayed in My Menu to register it. Rearranges the menus displayed in My Menu.
  • Page 89 Menu ∫ How to set each item Button Touch Description of operation operation operation Dragging Selects a setting. DISP. - 2 - 2 - 2 - 1 - 1 - 1 0 0 0 +1 +1 +1 +2 +2 +2 Displays the screen that lets you [WB K set the color temperature.

  • Page 90: Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

    Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ® ® What you can do with the Wi-Fi /Bluetooth function • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet (P96) • Recording with a smartphone (P97) • Playing back or saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social media sites (P99) Explore more enjoyment possibilities with Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 91 There is the risk that the camera violates the radio wave regulations if used in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted Please note that there is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted by a third party.

  • Page 92: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App” The “Panasonic Image App” (hereafter “Image App”) is an application provided by Panasonic. • OS App for Android Android 4.2 or higher (Android 5.0 or higher is required to use the Bluetooth function) App for iOS: iOS 9.0 or higher...
  • Page 93 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth On the camera Select the menu. > [Setup] > [Bluetooth] > [Bluetooth] > MENU [SET] > [Pairing] • The camera enters pairing standby mode and displays its device name. On your smartphone Start “Image App ”. • If a message is displayed indicating that the smartphone is searching for cameras, close the message.
  • Page 94 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ∫ Connecting to the paired smartphone (connecting for the second and subsequent times) On the camera > [Setup] > [Bluetooth] > [Bluetooth] > [ON] MENU On your smartphone Start “Image App”. • If a message is displayed indicating that the smartphone is searching for cameras, close the message.
  • Page 95 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth On your smartphone Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu. On the Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on the camera. Wi-Fi Start “Image App ”. 0123456789ABC • When the connection confirmation screen is displayed on the camera, select [Yes] to connect.

  • Page 96: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Terminating the Wi-Fi connection Set the camera to Recording Mode. Select the camera’s menu items to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [Yes] MENU • You can also terminate the connection by pressing [Wi-Fi] on the camera. On the smartphone, close “Image App”.
  • Page 97 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Turning on/off the camera with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Wi-Fi The function allows you to view images on the camera placed in your bag, or turn on the camera left in a separate place only when you record images with it. Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone.
  • Page 98 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ∫ Changing the camera’s dial settings, etc. with your smartphone > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Priority of Remote Device] MENU Allows you to perform operations with both the camera and the smartphone during remote recording. [Camera] •...
  • Page 99 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Playing back/saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social media sites Wireless connectivity required: Wi-Fi Connect to a smartphone. (P92)   Operate the smartphone.  • If the smartphone is already connected via Wi-Fi, proceed to step 3. 1 (When connected via Bluetooth) Select [ 2 (When connected via Bluetooth) Select [Remote operation].

  • Page 100: Setting Up A Connection To A Pc Via A Wireless Access Point

    Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Setting up a connection to a PC via a wireless access point ∫ To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters) consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account name includes non-alphanumeric characters.
  • Page 101 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Select [PC]. Select the connection method. Example: Selecting [WPS (Push-Button)] to set up a connection 1 Select [Via Network]. 2 Select [WPS (Push-Button)]. 3 Press the wireless access point WPS button until it switches to WPS mode. On the camera, perform the operation that matches your purpose.

  • Page 102: Others

    Others Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. Connect the camera and the TV with an HDMI cable. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in wrong direction.) Do not connect devices to incorrect terminals.
  • Page 103 Others Check the site below to download and install the software. Download the software while it is available for download. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/d_pfs10pe.html (This Site is English only.) • Download expiration: January 2023 • For 4K motion pictures and 6K/4K photos, a 64 bit OS version of Windows 7/Windows 8.1/ Windows 10 is required.
  • Page 104 Others Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). • Please turn on this unit and your PC before connecting. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. A [USB/CHARGE] socket B USB connection cable (supplied) Press 3/4 to select [PC(Storage)], and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 105: Controlling The Camera From A Pc

    Controlling the Camera from a PC ∫ Downloading software “LUMIX Tether” This software is used to control a Panasonic digital camera from a PC. It allows you to change various settings of the camera, perform remote recording, and save remotely recorded images to the PC.

  • Page 106: Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

    Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. In recording  60 p   × × MINI MINI MINI MINI   Fn10 Fn10 Fn10...
  • Page 107 Others Name ¢2 A › Quality (P78) Number of days that have passed since the AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (P37, 43) departure date ¢3 Focus Bracket (P59) ¢2 Post Focus (P54) Location ¢3 š ¢3 Current date and time/Travel destination setting AF Mode (P38) Ø...
  • Page 108 Others Touch tab White Balance Bracket, White Balance Bracket (Color Touch zoom Temperature) (P60) Touch Shutter (P29) White Balance Fine Adjustment × × AWBc Touch AE (P29) VÐî White Balance (P46) Ñ Peaking Color (P36) Function button (P32) Number of recordable pictures Color (P36) Maximum number of pictures Defocus control function...
  • Page 109 Others In recording On-monitor recording information 1/60  Single Burst (P49)  AUTO 6K/4K Photo (P50) Post Focus (P54)  Self-timer  High-Res Mode (P81) AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (P37, 43) š AF Mode (P38) Ø Recording Mode (P25) EXPS EXPS Quality (P78)

  • Page 110: Status Lcd Indications

    Others Status LCD Indications The camera’s recording information is displayed. *All pieces of information are shown here for explanatory purposes. In recording            Card slot (P19) White Balance (P46) Battery indication Metering Mode (P81) Quality (P78) Aperture value (P22)

  • Page 111: Message Display

    • Insert a different card. [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] on the [Setup] menu. • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information.
  • Page 113 Others The recorded picture is blurred. The Image Stabilizer is not effective. • The shutter speed will become slower and the Image Stabilizer function may not work properly when taking pictures especially in dark places. > We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer when taking pictures with a slow shutter speed.
  • Page 114 Others The flash is not activated. • When the electronic shutter is used, the flash is not activated. • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON], the flash is not activated. The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures. •...
  • Page 115 Others When I try to set up a Wi-Fi connection with a Windows 8 PC, my user name and password are not recognized, so I cannot connect to the PC. • Some OS versions, including Windows 8, use two types of accounts: a local account and a Microsoft account.

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera Body (DC-G9): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V (8.4 V Power Consumption: 4.0 W (When recording with Monitor) (When the Interchangeable lens (H-ES12060) is used) 3.0 W (When playing back with Monitor) (When the Interchangeable lens (H-ES12060) is used) Camera effective pixels 20,330,000 pixels...
  • Page 117 When there are RAW files: 60 or higher pictures Middle speed, When there are no RAW files: 600 or higher Low speed pictures ¢ When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic ISO sensitivity Still picture: (Standard Output AUTO/ /100 ¢...
  • Page 118 Others Viewfinder OLED Live Viewfinder (4:3) (Approx. 3,680,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) (Magnification approx. 1.66k, 0.83k (35 mm film camera equivalent), with 50 mm lens at infinity; j1.0 m (with diopter adjustment j4 to i3 diopter) Flash Mode AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/ Red- Eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction, Forced OFF...
  • Page 119 Others Recording file format Still Picture RAW/JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.31” standard) 6K/4K photo 6K photo: MP4 (H.265/HEVC, AAC (2 ch)) (burst file) 4K photo: MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, AAC (2 ch)) Motion pictures AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/MP4 Audio compression AVCHD...
  • Page 120 5.0 V 1.8 A Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF) Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLF19PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1860 mAh The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following: Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.)
  • Page 121 Others Interchangeable Lens H-ES12060 “LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12–60 mm/F2.8–4.0 ASPH./ POWER O.I.S.” Focal length f=12 mm to 60 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm) Aperture type 9 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Maximum aperture F2.8 (Wide) to F4.0 (Tele) Minimum aperture value F22 Lens construction 14 elements in 12 groups (4 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses)

  • Page 122: Digital Camera Accessory System

    DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R ¢1 Supplied with an AC adaptor and a USB connection cable (for charger). ¢2 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

  • Page 123: Reading The Owner's Manual (Pdf Format)

    [MENU/SET] > [Setup] > [Version Disp.] > [Software info]. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective...

  • Page 124: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished...
  • Page 125 If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 (ENG) DVQX1310...
  • Page 126 Others PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. As of July 2015 DVQX1310 (ENG)
  • Page 127 • The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. (ENG) DVQX1310...
  • Page 128 AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com ...

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