Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gx1 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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•This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected.
•This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected.•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 number of effective scanning lines. (Please read the 
operating instructions for the TV.)
x [USB MODE]
Select the USB communication system after or before connecting 
the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection 
cable (supplied).
y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]:
Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the 
camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge.
{  [PictBridge(PTP)]:
Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge.
z  [PC]:
Set after or before connecting to a PC.
 [TV ASPECT]
Set to match the type of TV.
[W ]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV.
[X ]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV.
 [HDMI MODE]
Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the 
HDMI compatible high-definition TV connected with this unit using 
the HDMI mini cable (optional).
[AUTO]:
The output resolution is automatically set based on the 
information from the connected TV.
[1080i]:
The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for 
output.
[720p]:
The progressive method with 720  available scan lines is used for 
output.
[480p]:
The progressive method with 480  available scan lines is used for 
output. 
						

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•This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected.•Refer to P184 for details.
•This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected.•Refer to P180 for the method to play back 3D pictures in 3D.
 [VIERA Link]
Setup so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the 
VIERA equipment by automatically coupling this unit with the 
VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI mini cable 
(optional).
[OFF]:Operation is performed with the buttons on this unit.
[ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA Link 
compatible equipment is enabled. (Not all operations 
are possible)
Button operation of the main unit will be limited.
 [3D PLAYBACK]
Setup the output method for 3D pictures.
[]:Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television.
[]: Set when connecting to a television not compatible 
with 3D.
Set this when you would like to view pictures in 2D 
(conventional image) on a 3D compatible television.
 [MENU GUIDE]
Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to  /
.
[OFF]: Displays the recording screen of the Scene Mode 
(P117) or Creative Control Mode  (P124).
[AUTO]: Displays the selection screen for the Scene Mode or 
the Creative Control Mode. 
						

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•If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired 
language.
•[–. –] is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is not mounted.
•The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.•A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned.
The folder number should be reset before it reaches 999. We recommend formatting the card 
(P73)  after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.
•To reset the folder number to 100, format the card first and then use this function to reset the 
file number.
A reset screen for the folder number will then appear. Select [YES] to reset the folder number.
•When the [REC] Mode settings are reset, data registered with [FACE RECOG.] will also be 
reset.
•When [SETUP]/[CUSTOM] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset. In 
addition, [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON].
–The [WORLD TIME] setting–The settings of [TRAVEL DATE] (departure date, return date, location)–The birthday and name settings for [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET] in Scene Mode•The folder number and the clock setting are not changed.
•Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) when formatting. Do not 
turn the camera off during formatting.
•If the card has been formatted on a PC or other  equipment, format it on the camera again.•If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting your nearest Service 
Center.
~ [LANGUAGE]Set the language displayed on the screen.
 [VERSION DISP.]This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be 
checked.
v  [NO.RESET]Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001.
w [RESET]The [REC] or [SETUP]/[CUSTOM] menu settings are reset to the 
initial settings.
 [FORMAT]
The card is formatted.
Formatting permanently deletes all data on your memory 
card. Please be sure all pictures and motion pictures are 
saved elsewhere before using this feature.
For Canadian assistance, please call:
1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 
send e-mail to: [email protected] USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call:
1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo          
						

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Applicable modes: 
RecordingOptical Image Stabilizer
Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera 
automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken.
∫Setting the Stabilizer in the [REC] Mode menu
1Select [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu.  (P62)2Press 3/4  to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
•
The [STABILIZER] feature is only available if the lens you are using has an internal 
stabilizer.
•Exit the menu after it is set.
A lens which supports the stabilizer function is required. –The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042, H-FS014042) support the stabilizer function.–The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not support the stabilizer function.
ItemSettings
[OFF][STABILIZER] does not work.
(This can be selected only when using a lens without the [O.I.S.] 
switch.)
[]
(Normal)Vertical and horizontal shake are compensated for.
[]
(Panning)Camera shake is corrected for up/down movements. This mode is ideal 
for panning (a method of taking pictures which involves turning the 
camera to track the movements of a subject which continues to move 
in a fixed direction). 
						

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∫Preventing jitter (camera shake)
When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER]  (P145), a tripod, the self-timer 
(P89)  or the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional)
 (P200).
•Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the 
moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend 
using a tripod.
–Slow Sync.–Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction–[NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHT SCENERY] and [PARTY] in Scene Mode–When you set to a slow shutter speed
Note
•When using an optional interchangeable lens with an O.I.S. switch, it is possible to set to 
enable the Optical Image Stabilizer  by switching the O.I.S. switch on the lens to [ON]. (At the 
time of purchase, it is  initially set to [ ].)
•It is recommended to disable the Optical Image Stabilizer when using a tripod. [ ] is 
displayed on the screen at that time.
•The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases.–When there is a lot of jitter.–When the zoom magnification is high.–When using the Digital Zoom.–When taking pictures while following a moving subject.–When the shutter speed becomes slower to ta ke pictures indoors or in dark places.
Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button.
•The panning effect in [ ] is more difficult to achieve in the following cases.–In brightly lit places such as in broad daylight on a summer’s day–When the shutter speed is faster than 1/100th of a second.–When you move the camera too slowly because the subject is moving slowly. (The 
background will not become a blur.)
–When the camera does not keep up with the subject satisfactorily•We recommend taking pictures with the Optional Live Viewfinder  (P206) when panning in 
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Applicable modes: 
Using the zoom
(In   and   modes, you can only use Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion)
∫Optical Zoom
By operating the zoom lever or zoom ring, you  can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in 
wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele).
∫ Extended Tele Conversion (EX)
To enlarge further, set the [EX. TELE CONV.] in the [REC] menu or the 
[MOTION PICTURE] menu to [ON].
•
When the [EX. TELE CONV.] ([REC] menu) is used, set the picture size to [M] or [S] (picture 
size with [ ]).
∫ Digital Zoom
Further enlargement is possible by setting the [DIGITAL ZOOM] in the [REC] menu or the 
[MOTION PICTURE] menu to [2 k] or [4 k].
∫ Types of zooms and recording magnification
¢1 When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [ X] is selected.
The magnification level differs depending on [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT RATIO] setting.
¢ 2 When recording quality setting [
SH] or [HD] is selected.
When [FSH], [FHD] is selected, there will be no enlarging with the Extended Tele Conversion 
(1 k).
When [
VGA] is selected, Extended Tele Conversion factor will change to 4.8 k.
Zoom operations differ depending on the lens.
When using the interchangeable lens 
(H-PS14042) having a zoom lever When using the interchangeable lens 
(H-FS014042) having a zoom ring
Move to T  side:
Enlarges distant 
subject
Move to W  side:
Widens angle of view
• The zoom speed  varies depending 
on how far you 
move the zoom 
lever. Rotate to T side:
Enlarges distant 
subject
Rotate to W side:
Widens angle of view
•
The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does  not have a zoom lever and zoom ring.
FeatureOptical ZoomExtended Tele 
Conversion (EX)Digital Zoom
Recording 
magnification Different depending on 
the lens used. When taking still 
pictures: 2
k
¢1
When recording motion 
pictures: 3.6 k¢2
[2k]
[4 k]
Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration The higher the 
magnification level, the 
greater the deterioration.
W
T
W
TT
W
T
W 
						

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Note
•When the Extended Tele Conversion  is used, angle of view for still pictures will be different from 
the angle of view for motion pictures because the zoom factor is different between them. Angle 
of view for recording can be checked beforehand by matching the [ REC AREA]  (P155) 
setting to the mode you wish to record in.
•When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer  (P89) for taking 
pictures.
•The [EX. TELE CONV.] ([REC] menu) and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are disabled in the following 
modes:
–When [QUALITY] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ]–When [BURST RATE] is set to [SH]•In [TOY EFFECT] of Creative Control Mode, the [EX. TELE CONV.] and [DIGITAL ZOOM] 
cannot be used.
•In [MINIATURE EFFECT] of Creative Control Mode, the [DIGITAL ZOOM] cannot be used.
You can perform zoom operations  by touching. (Touch zoom)
•
For compatible lenses, please see the Panasonic website.
To u c h  [ ] .
To u c h  [ ] .
•The slide bar is displayed.
Perform zoom operations by touching the 
slide bar.
•The zoom speed varies depending on the touched position.
•Touch [ ] again to end touch zoom operations.
Note
•When [STEP ZOOM]  (P154) is set to [ON], the slide bar for step 
zoom is displayed.
Zooming using touch operations
For touch zoom, a lens that supports power zoom (electrically operated zoom) is 
required.
–
The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is compatible with power zoom.–The interchangeable lenses (H-FS014042, H-H014) are not compatible with power zoom.
Zooms slowly
Zooms quickly 
						

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Applicable modes: 
Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash
Note
•Be careful when opening the flash as the flash will jump out.•Be careful not to catch a finger when closing a flash bulb.
A
To open the flash
B To close the flash
•Be sure to close the flash when not in use.•The flash setting is fixed to [ Œ] while the flash 
is closed.
Press the flash 
open button. Press the flash until 
it clicks. 
						

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Recording
Applicable modes: 
Set the built-in flash to match the recording.
•
Open the flash.
1Select [FLASH] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P62)
2Press 3/4  to select a mode and press [MENU/SET].
•Exit the menu after it is set.
The flash is activated twice. The interval between the first and second flash is 
longer when [ ] or [ ] is set. The subject should not move until the second 
flash is activated.
Switching to the appropriate flash setting
ItemDescription of settings
‰ : Forced Flash ON
:
Forced ON/Red-Eye 
Reduction The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording conditions.
•Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.
: Slow Sync. :
Slow Sync./
Red-Eye Reduction When taking pictures against a dark background landscape, this feature 
will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated. Dark background 
landscape will appear brighter.
•Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark 
background.
•Using a slower speed can cause motion blur. Using a tripod can 
enhance your photos.
Π: 
Forced Flash 
OFFThe flash is not activated in any recording conditions.•Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of the 
flash is not permitted.
•Close the flash to turn it off when the built-in flash is used. 
						

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∫Available flash settings in Recording Mode
The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.
(± : Available, —: Not available,  ¥: Initial setting of Scene Mode)
¢ Cannot be set using the [REC] Mode menu. [ ] is set when the flash is opened.  (P41)•The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if 
necessary.
•The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the Scene Mode flash 
setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed.
•Flash will not be activated when recording motion picture.
‰Œ
 Intelligent Auto Mode —¢—¢—¢—¢±
 Program AE Mode ±±±±±
 Aperture-Priority AE Mode ±±±±±
 Shutter-Priority AE Mode ±±—— ±
 Manual Exposure Mode ±±—— ±
 Creative Control Mode ————±
*[PORTRAIT]±¥—— ±
+[SOFT SKIN] ±¥—— ±
,[SCENERY] ———— ¥
[ARCHITECTURE] ———— ¥
-[SPORTS]¥——— ±
[PERIPHERAL 
DEFOCUS] ¥±
—— ±
[FLOWER] ¥——— ±
1[FOOD] ¥——— ±
Scene Mode[OBJECTS] ¥——— ±
.[NIGHT PORTRAIT] — — — ¥±
/[NIGHTSCENERY] ———— ¥
[ILLUMINATIONS] ———— ¥
:[BABY1]±¥—— ±
;[BABY2] ±¥—— ±
í[PET] ¥——— ±
2[PARTY] —±— ¥±
ï[SUNSET] ———— ¥