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Screen Display
∫In recording
1 Recording Mode
2 Recording format  (P118)
Recording Quality  (P119)
Picture size (P96) : Backlight Compensation  (P33)
3 Quality  (P97)
4 Flash Mode  (P66)
: LED light  (P56)
5 Optical Image Stabilizer  (P116)
: Jitter alert (P30)
6 White Balance (P99)
7 Color Mode  (P115)
: Motion Deblur (P34)
: Creative control adjustment display 
(P75)
8 AF Macro Mode  (P69)
: Macro Zoom Mode  (P69)
9 Battery indication  (P19)
10 Burst  ( P 111 )
: Auto Bracket (P72)
11 G P S   (P123)
12 Icon indicating positioning status  (P123)
: A GPS log is being recorded  (P132)
13 Intelligent Exposure (P109)
14 Histogram  (P55)
15 Wind Cut  (P120) 16 Number of days that have passed since 
the departure date  (P52)
Location  (P52)
Name  (P91)
Age  (P91)
Current date and time
Location name information  (P123,  124)
“ : World Time  (P51)
Zoom  (P64): 
17 Shutter speed  (P36)
: Minimum shutter speed  (P109)
18 AF area  (P37)
: Spot AF area  (P102)
19 Aperture value  (P36)
20 ISO sensitivity  (P98)
21 Self-timer Mode  (P70)
: Time Lapse Shot  (P113)
22 AF Tracking  (P104)
: AF assist lamp  (P115)
23 Exposure Compensation (P71)
24 Elapsed recording time  (P39):
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25 Monitor Luminance  (P54)
: Monitor power save  (P57)
26 Altimeter log  (P139)
27 Date Stamp (P117)
28 Recording state
29 Built-in memory (P24) : Card (P24)  (displayed only during 
recording)
30 Focus  (P37)
31 Number of recordable pictures  (P26)
Available recording time
  (P27 , 39) :
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¢ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute 
and “s” for second.
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∫In playback
1 Playback Mode (P146)
2 Protected picture  (P170)
3 Favorites  (P167)
4 Date/Text stamped display  (P117, 160)
5 Color Mode  (P115)
6 After Auto Retouch  (P153)
After Creative Retouch  (P154)
After Underwater Color Reproduction 
(P155)
7 Picture size (P96)
8 Quality  (P97)
9 Battery indication  (P19)
10 Picture number Total pictures
Elapsed playback time  (P42):
¢1
11 Location Information display  (P124, 156)
12 Place Name Information display  (P124, 
159)
13 Histogram  (P55)
14 Number of prints  (P168)
15 Burst Picture Group Display  (P44)
: [Time Lapse Shot] Picture Group 
Display  (P44)
16 Location  (P52)
Recording information  (P63)
Name  (P91, 107)
Age
¢ 2 (P91 , 107)
Title  (P158)
Location name information (P123 , 124) 17 Auto Retouch 
(P153)
Creative Retouch  (P154)
Underwater Color Reproduction  (P155)
Motion picture playback  (P42)
Play panorama  (P86)
Continuously Burst Picture Group 
Playback  (P44)
Continuously [Time Lapse Shot] Picture 
Group Playback  (P44)
Filtering cancel  (P150)
18 Number of days that have passed since  the departure date  (P52)
Recorded date and time
“ : World Time  (P51)
19 Power Monitor  (P54)
: Monitor power save  (P57)
20 Folder/File number  (P223)
21 Currently retrieving information icon  (P249)
22 Motion picture recording time  (P42) :
¢1
23 Recording format  (P118)
Recording Quality  (P119)
˜: Burst Picture Group  (P44)
: [Time Lapse Shot] Picture Group 
(P44)
24 Built-in memory (P24) Cable disconnect prohibit icon  (P226)
¢1 “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute 
and “s” for second.
¢ 2 It is not displayed when the location name 
information or the number of days that have 
passed since the departure date is displayed.
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Cautions for Use
•This camera has a waterproof/dustproof function equivalent to “IP68”. It is possible to take pictures 
in 13 m (43 feet) depth for 60 minutes.¢ 
(This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in 
accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic.)
•The camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 2 m (6.6 feet) onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick 
plywood, which is compliant with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”.¢
¢ This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.
•Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped 
etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by Panasonic to 
verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
•Using the camera in environments where splashing with hot spring water, oil or alcohol is likely to 
occur may cause the water/dust resistance and impact resistance of the camera to deteriorate.
•Malfunction caused by exposure to water due to mishandling by the customer will not be covered by 
the warranty.
•Supplied accessories are not waterproof.
For more detail, refer to “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock 
Performance of the Camera”  (P10).
(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the 
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•It may cause injury to the skin if you directly touch the metal parts of the unit in places where 
temperature is very low [environments under 0oC (32  oF), such as ski resorts or places at 
high altitude] for a long period of time.
Use gloves or similar when using it for long periods.
•The performance of the battery (number of recordable pictures/operating time) may decrease 
temporarily when using in a temperature between  j10 oC and 0 oC (14  oF and 32  oF) (cold places 
such as ski resorts or places at high altitude).
•The battery cannot be recharged in a temperature less than 0 oC (32  oF). (The [CHARGE] indicator 
blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.)
•If the camera gets very cold in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, performance 
of the LCD monitor may temporarily drop immediately after turning this unit on, e.g. the picture on 
the LCD monitor being slightly darker than usual or  ghost images appearing. In cold environments, 
keep the camera warm during use by keeping it inside your cold-weather gear or clothes. The 
performance will resume as normal when the internal temperature rises.
•If the camera is used in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude with snow or water 
droplets adhered to the camera, some parts of the camera may become hard to move or the sound 
may become dim with snow or water droplets freezing in the gap of the zoom button, the camera 
[ON/OFF] button, speakers, and microphone. This is not a malfunction.
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Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the 
pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by 
speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by mi croprocessors may adversely affect this unit, 
disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn 
this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (optional). Then reinsert the battery or 
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-vol tage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may 
be adversely affected.
Always use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the 
cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
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If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
•Do not keep rubber or plastic products in cont act with the camera for a long period of time.
Operation of this unit is tested up to j10oC (14  oF), but be aware that some parts of the 
camera may become hard to move when the zoom button or the camera [ON/OFF] 
button gets frozen etc., or the side door may become hard to open in cold places such 
as ski resorts or places at high altitude where the temperature may drop very rapidly.
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When the camera is used in a cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, keep the 
camera warm by placing it in a warm place such as inside your cold protection gear or clothing.
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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or 
disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth.
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When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and 
then with a dry cloth.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, cleanser, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the 
camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
•When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions.
•When salt etc., has adhered to the camera, the arm part of the side 
door etc., may whiten. Use damp cotton swabs or similar to wipe 
until the whitened part is removed.
A Arm part
•Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD monitor 
and it may malfunction.
•If the camera gets very cold in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, performance 
of the LCD monitor may temporarily drop immediately after turning this unit on, e.g. the picture on 
the LCD monitor being slightly darker than usual or ghost images appearing. Keep the camera warm 
when using in a cold environment. The performance will resume as normal when the internal 
temperature rises.
Cleaning
About the LCD Monitor
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen. 
However, there may be some dark or bright spot s (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is 
not a malfunction. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a 
mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always  lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on 
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•Do not press the lens with excessive force.
•Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to 
malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
•If there is water or dirt on the lens, wipe it off with dry soft cloth before taking a picture.
•A sound might be muffled or warped when there is water on the microphone or the speaker. Wipe 
the residues after letting the water drip out from the microphone and speaker by tipping the camera 
downward, and use it after letting it dry for a while.
•Do not poke the holes of microphone and speaker with sharp points. (It may damage the waterproof 
sheet inside, which may damage the waterproof performance.)
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes 
from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the 
surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the 
operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Always remove the battery after use.
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Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or carry away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the 
terminals are damaged.
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Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera.
Do not remove or damage the external label on the battery.
•Using a battery with part or all of the external label removed or using the one with a torn label may 
result in malfunctions.
Bring charged spare batteries when going out.
•Be aware that recordable time will become shorter in cold places such as ski resorts or places at 
high altitude.
•When you travel, do not forget to bring the battery charger (supplied) and the AC cable (supplied) so 
that you can charge the battery in the country that you are traveling in.
Dispose of unusable battery.
•The battery has a limited life.•Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.•The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with battery recycling laws. Call the RBRC 
hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins etc.).
•
This can cause short circuiting or heat generation and you may be badly burned if you touch a 
battery.
About the lens, the microphone, and the speaker
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•The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave. 
This phenomenon have no effects on charging.
•If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed.•Keep the charger 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radios.
•The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction.•After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply  device from the electrical outlet. (A very small 
amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.)
•Keep the terminals of the charger and battery clean.
∫ About 3D viewing
Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell 
should avoid viewing 3D contents.
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Viewing 3D contents may have an adverse effect to the individual.
If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D contents, stop 
viewing at once.
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Continuing to view may cause illness.•After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately.
When viewing 3D contents, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.
•Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue.
Short-sighted or long-sighted persons, those with differences in the sight of their right 
and left eyes, and those with astigmatism are advised to correct their vision by wearing 
glasses etc.
Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double image while viewing 3D contents.
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There are differences in the way that different people experience 3D contents. Please correct your 
sight appropriately before viewing 3D contents.
•You can change the 3D setting of your televisi on or 3D output setting of the unit to 2D.
Charger
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Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or 
static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not bend or drop the card.
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The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted.
•Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card.•Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the 
terminals with your fingers.
Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card
•“Format” or “delete” using the camera or a PC will only modify the file management information, and 
it will not erase the data in the memory card completely.
It is recommended to physically destroy the memory card or use the commercially available 
computer data deletion software to completely erase the data in the memory card before transferring 
to another party or disposing.
Management of data in the memory card is the responsibility of the user.
If a name or birthday is set for [Baby1]/[Baby2]/Face Recognition function, this personal 
information is kept in the camera and recorded in the image.
Setting a Wi-Fi password is recommended to protect personal information.  (P212)
Disclaimer
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Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, 
effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from 
the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
When requesting a repair, transferring to another party or disposing
•After making a copy of personal information, always delete information such as personal information 
and wireless LAN connection settings that you have saved within the camera with [Reset Wi-Fi 
Settings]/[Delete account]  (P59, 209).
•Reset the settings to protect the personal information.  (P58)•If there are pictures stored in the built-in memory, copy them into the memory card  (P172) before 
formatting the built-in memory (P61)  as needed.
•Remove the memory card from the camera when requesting a repair.•Built-in memory and settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired.
•Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic if above operations are 
not possible due to malfunction.
When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card, please refer to 
“Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card” above.
When uploading images on WEB services
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Images may contain information that can be used for identifying individuals such as titles, recording 
dates, and location information. When uploading images on WEB services, check carefully, and then 
upload.
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•Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
•Always remove the battery and the card from the camera.•If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it  will discharge even if the camera is turned off. If the 
battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
•When storing the battery for a long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove 
the battery from the camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
•We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a 
cabinet.
Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate 
handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data.
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When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
•You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.•Make sure that the screw on the tripod or unipod is  not at an angle when attaching or detaching the 
camera. You may damage the screw on the camera if you use excessive force when turning it. Also, 
the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratched if the camera is attached too 
tightly to the tripod or unipod.
•Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully.•Some tripods or unipods cannot be attached when the AC adaptor (optional) are connected.
When not using the camera for a long period of time
About the picture data
About tripods or unipods