Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gx7 Basic Owners Manual

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Menu list
This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures 
you are recording.
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[Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital 
Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu a nd [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these 
settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
[Rec]
[Photo Style]You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to 
record. You can adjust the color and image quality of the 
effects. (P40)
[Aspect Ratio]Sets the aspect ratio of the image. (P43)
[Picture Size]Set the number of pixels. (P44)
[Quality]Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. 
(P44)
[Metering Mode]Sets the light metering method for measuring brightness.
[Burst Rate]Sets the burst speed for burst recording.
[Auto Bracket]Sets single/burst recording, compensation range and recording 
sequence for Auto Bracket recording. (P53)
[Self Timer]Sets the manner in which the self-timer works. (P54)
[Highlight Shadow]You can adjust the brightness of bright and dark portions on an 
image while checking the brightness on the screen. (P42)
[i.Dynamic] (Intelligent 
dynamic range control)Adjusts the contrast and exposure.
[i.Resolution]Records pictures with more defined outlines and sense of 
clarity.
[HDR]You can combine 3 pictures with  different levels of exposure 
into a single picture with rich gradation.
[Multi Exp.]Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent 
per a single image)
[Time Lapse Shot]You can set the recording start time, the recording interval and 
the number of pictures, and automatically record subjects such 
as animals and plants as time elapses.
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[Stop Motion Animation]A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together.
[Panorama Settings]Sets the recording direction and image effect for panorama 
recording.
[Electronic Shutter]The shutter sound can be turned off for recording in a quiet 
environment.
[Shutter Delay]To reduce the influence of hand shake, the shutter is released 
when a specified time period has elapsed since the shutter 
button was pressed.
[Flash]Sets the manner in which the flash works. (P60)
[Red-Eye Removal]Automatically detects red-eye caused by the flash and corrects 
the image data accordingly.
[ISO Limit Set]When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or [ ], an optimal 
ISO sensitivity is set with the se lected value as an upper limit.
[ISO Increments]The ISO sensitivity settings values changes in steps of 1/3 EV 
or 1 EV.
[Extended ISO]ISO sensitivity can be set up to minimum [ISO125].
[Long Shtr NR]You can eliminate the noise caused by recording with a slower 
shutter speed.
[Shading Comp.]If the screen periphery darkens as a result of lens 
characteristics, the brightness in this region will be corrected.
[Ex. Tele Conv.]When the number of pixels is set to anything other than [L], the 
Tele effect is increased without degradation in image quality.
[Digital Zoom]Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification, 
the greater the degradation in image quality.
[Color Space]Set this when you want to correct the color reproduction of the 
recorded pictures on a PC, printer etc.
[Stabilizer]When camera shake is sensed during recording, the camera 
corrects it automatically.
[Face Recog.]Sets the focus and exposure automatically prioritizing 
registered faces.
[Profile Setup]If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in 
advance, you can record their name and age in months and 
years in the images.
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This menu lets you set the [Rec Format], [Rec Quality], and other aspects for motion 
picture recording.
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[Photo Style], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital 
Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu a nd [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these 
settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
–For details, refer to the explanation for the corresponding setting in the [Rec] menu.
Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set 
up according to your preferences. Also, it is  possible to register the modified settings.
[Motion Picture]
[Rec Format]Sets the file format for the motion pictures you record.
[Rec Quality]This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.
[Exposure Mode]Select the method for setting the aperture value and shutter 
speed in Creative Video Mode.
[Picture Mode]Sets the recording method for still pictures during motion 
picture recording.
[Continuous AF]Continues to focus on the subject for which focus has been 
achieved.
[Rec Highlight]White saturated areas appear blinking in black and white.
[Ex. Tele Conv.]Increases the Tele effect. (P59)
[Flkr Decrease]The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping 
in the motion picture.
[Silent Operation]Enables touch operations to allow silent use while recording 
motion pictures.
[Mic Level Disp.]Set whether or not the mic levels are displayed on the 
recording screen.
[Mic Level Adj.]Adjust the sound input level to 4 different levels.
[Wind Cut]This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically.
[Custom]
[Cust.Set Mem.]Registers the current camera settings as custom set.
[Silent Mode]Disables operational sounds and output of light at once.
[AF/AE Lock]Sets the fixed content for focusing and exposure when the AF/
AE lock is on.
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[AF/AE Lock Hold]This will set the operation of [AF/AE LOCK] button when taking 
a picture with fixed focus or exposure.
[Shutter AF]Set whether or not the focus is adjusted automatically when the 
shutter button is pressed halfway.
[Half Press Release]The shutter will immediately fire when the shutter button is 
pressed halfway.
[AFS/AFF/AFC]Sets the focus method. (P45)
[Quick AF]Speeds up the focusing that takes place when you press the 
shutter button.
[Eye Sensor AF]The camera automatically adjusts the focus when the eye 
sensor is active.
[Pinpoint AF Time]Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter 
button is pressed halfway with Auto Focus Mode set to [ ].
[AF Assist Lamp]AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter 
button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to 
focus when recording in low light conditions.
[Direct Focus Area]Moves the AF area or MF assist using the cursor button when 
recording.
[Focus/Release Priority]It will set so no picture can be taken when it is out of focus.
[AF+MF]You can set the focus manually after the automatic focus has 
finished.
[MF Assist]Sets the display method of MF Assist (enlarged screen).
[MF Guide]When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you 
to check the direction to achieve focus is displayed.
[Peaking]In-focus portions are highlighted when focus is being adjusted 
manually.
[Histogram]This allows you to set either to display or not display the 
histogram.
[Guide Line]This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a 
picture.
[Highlight]When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing 
back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white.
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[Constant Preview]You can check the effects of the chosen aperture and shutter 
speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode.
[Expo.Meter]Set whether or not to display the exposure meter.
[Dial Guide]Set whether or not to display the dial operation guide.
[LVF Disp.Style]This will set the display style of the viewfinder.
[Monitor Disp. Style]This will set the display style of the monitor.
[Monitor Info. Disp.]Display the recording information screen.
[Rec Area]This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording 
and still picture recording.
[Remaining Disp.]This will switch display between the number of recordable 
pictures and available recording time.
[Auto Review]Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking 
the still picture.
[Fn Button Set]You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons 
or icons. (P23)
[Q.MENU]Switch the setting method of Quick Menu. (P22)
[Dial Set.]Changes the operation methods of the front dial and rear dial.
[Video Button]Enables/disables the motion picture button.
[Power Zoom Lens]Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an 
interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom 
(electrically operated zoom).
[Eye Sensor]
This will set the sensitiv ity of the eye sensor.
This will set whether to automatically switch the display from 
the Monitor to the Viewfinder when your eye or an object is 
brought closer to the eye sensor.
[Touch Settings]Enables/disables the Touch operation.
[Touch Scroll]This allows you to set the s peed of continuously forwarding or 
rewinding pictures using touch operation.
[Menu Guide]Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to   
and .
[Shoot w/o Lens]Sets whether or not the shutter can be released when no lens 
is attached to the main body.
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This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and 
set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera.
You can also configure the settings of Wi-Fi related functions.
[Setup]
[Clock Set]Setting Date/Time.
[World Time]Sets the times for the region where you live and your holiday 
destination.
[Travel Date]Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name 
of the travel destination can be set.
[Wi-Fi]Configure the each setting for Wi-Fi functions.
[Beep]Set the volume for electronic noises and the electronic shutter 
noise.
[Speaker Volume]Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels.
[Monitor Display]/
[Viewfinder]Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is 
adjusted.
[Monitor Luminance]Set the monitor brightness to suit the amount of surrounding 
light.
[Economy]Suppresses the unit’s power consumption to prevent the 
battery from being run down.
[USB Mode]Sets the communication method when connecting using the 
USB connection cable (supplied).
[Output]This sets how the unit connects to a television etc.
[VIERA Link]Equipment that supports the VIERA Link will connect 
automatically.
[3D Playback]Set the output method for 3D pictures.
[Menu Resume]Stores the location of the last-used menu item for each menu.
[Menu Background]Set the background color for the menu screen.
[Menu Information]Descriptions of menu items or their settings are displayed on 
the menu screen.
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[Language]Set the language displayed on the screen.
[Version Disp.]This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to 
be checked.
[Exposure Comp. Reset]An exposure value can be reset when the recording mode is 
changed or the camera is turned off.
[Self Timer Auto Off]Sets whether or not to cancel the self-timer when this unit is 
turned off.
[No.Reset]Returns the image file number to 0001.
[Reset]The recording or setup/custom settings are reset to the default.
[Reset Wi-Fi Settings]Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings. 
(excluding [LUMIX CLUB] )
[Pixel Refresh]It will perform optimization of imaging device and image 
processing.
[Sensor Cleaning]Dust reduction to blow off the debris and dust that have affixed 
to the front of the imaging device is performed.
[Format]The card is formatted. (P19)
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This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.
[Playback]
[2D/3D Settings]Switches the playback method for 3D images.
[Slide Show]Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order.
[Playback Mode]Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only 
particular images.
[Location Logging]The location information (longitude/latitude) acquired by the 
smartphone/tablet can be sent to the camera and written in 
images.
[Clear Retouch]You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures 
taken. (P62)
[Title Edit]Input texts (comments) on the recorded pictures.
[Text Stamp]Stamps the recorded pictures with recording date and time, 
names, travel destination, travel date, etc.
[Video Divide]Splits the recorded motion picture in two.
[Time Lapse Video]Creates a motion picture from a set of group pictures recorded 
with the [Time Lapse Shot].
[Stop Motion Video]Creates a motion picture from the Stop Motion Animation 
group.
[Resize]Reduces the image size (number of pixels).
[Cropping]Crops the recorded image.
[Rotate]Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps.
[Rotate Disp.]This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were 
recorded holding the camera vertically.
[Favorite]Marks can be added to images, and images can be set as 
favorites.
[Print Set]Sets the images for printing and the number of prints.
[Protect]Protects images to prevent deletion by mistake.
[Face Rec Edit]Removes or changes information relating to personal identity.
[Delete Confirmation]This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first 
when the confirmation screen for deleting a picture is 
displayed.
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Digital Camera Body (DMC-GX7):
Information for your safetyPower Source: DC 8.4 V
Power Consumption: 2.5 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
2.4 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]
1.8 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
1.7 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]
Camera effective 
pixels 16,000,000 pixels
Image sensor 4/3q Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 16,840,000 pixels, 
Primary color filter
Digital Zoom Max. 4k
Extended Tele 
Conversion When taking still pictures:
Max. 2
k (When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [4:3] 
is selected.)
When recording motion pictures:
2.4k /3.6k/4.8 k
Focus Auto Focus/Manual Focus,
Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/
1-area-focusing/Pinpoint (Touch focus area selection 
possible)
Shutter system Focal-plane shutter
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Burst recordingBurst speed Mechanical shutter:
5 pictures/second (High speed),
4 pictures/second (Middle speed),
2 pictures/second (Low speed)
Electronic shutter:
40 pictures/second (Super high speed),
10 pictures/second (High speed),
4 pictures/second (Middle speed),
2 pictures/second (Low speed)
Number of 
recordable pictures Max. 9 pictures (when there are RAW files)
Depends on the capacity of the card
(when there are no RAW files)
ISO sensitivity 
(Standard Output 
Sensitivity) AUTO/ /125
¢/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400/12800/25600
(1/3 EV step change possible)
¢Only available when [Extended ISO] is set.
Minimum Illumination Approx. 5 lx (when i-Low light is  used, the shutter speed is 
1/30th of a second)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H020A) is used]
Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is  used, the shutter speed is 
1/30th of a second)
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used]
Shutter speed B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds),
 60 seconds to 1/8000th 
of a second
Taking still pictures during motion picture recording:
Motion picture priorities: 1/25th of a second to 1/16000th of a 
second
Still picture priorities: B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 
60 seconds to 1/8000th of a second
Metering range EV 0 to EV 18
White Balance Auto White Balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent 
lights/Flash/White set1/White set2/White Balance K set
Exposure (AE) Program AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE 
(S)/Manual exposure (M)/AUTO
Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV Step, j5EV to i 5EV)
Metering Mode Multiple/Center weighted/Spot
Monitor 3.0q TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 1,040,000 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Touch screen
Viewfinder Live Viewfinder (16:9) (Approx. 2,760,000 dots equivalent)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
(with diopter adjustment j4 to i3 diopter)
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