Panasonic Lumix Mirrorless Camera DMC GF3XT User Manual

Basic Owner’s Manual  
Digital Camera/  
Lens Kit/Body  
Model No.  
DMC-GF3C/DMC-GF3K  
DMC-GF3  
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read  
the instructions completely.  
More detailed instructions  
on the operation of this  
camera are contained in  
“Owner’s Manual for advanced features  
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM.  
Install it on your PC to read it.  
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,  
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PP  
Product identification marking  
Product  
Digital Camera  
Location  
Bottom  
Bottom  
Battery charger  
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.  
FCC Note:  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation  
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when  
connecting to computer or peripheral devices.  
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for  
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: Panasonic  
Model No.:  
DMC-GF3  
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262)  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)  
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
DMC-GF3  
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About the battery pack  
CAUTION  
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)  
Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.  
Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.  
Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.  
Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.  
Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.  
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off  
thoroughly with water.  
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse  
eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.  
CAUTION  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or  
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries  
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Do not heat or expose to flame.  
Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of  
time with doors and windows closed.  
Warning  
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC (140 oF) or  
incinerate.  
About the battery charger  
CAUTION!  
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR  
IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO  
PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO  
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO  
NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.  
Battery charger  
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.  
But  
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power  
supply only.  
When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to  
suit the AC outlet configuration.  
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Cautions for Use  
Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.  
Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.  
Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).  
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)  
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as  
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).  
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 microprocessors 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 (DMW-AC8PP; 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-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound  
may be adversely affected.  
-If you see this symbol-  
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union  
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.  
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local  
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.  
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Contents  
Information for Your Safety...............................................................................................2  
Standard Accessories.......................................................................................................7  
Names and Functions of Components .............................................................................9  
About the Lens................................................................................................................13  
Changing the Lens..........................................................................................................14  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap..........................................................................................16  
Charging the Battery.......................................................................................................17  
• Charging ...................................................................................................................17  
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures..............................18  
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.................................................20  
About the Card................................................................................................................21  
• About cards that can be used with this unit ..............................................................21  
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ........................................................................................22  
Selecting the Recording Mode........................................................................................23  
Taking a Still picture .......................................................................................................25  
Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ..........................26  
Easily adjust and record (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) ....................................................28  
Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function..............................................................29  
Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode)..................................30  
Recording Motion Picture ...............................................................................................31  
Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures ...........................................................................32  
• Playing Back Pictures...............................................................................................32  
• Playing Back Motion Pictures ...................................................................................33  
Deleting Pictures.............................................................................................................35  
Setting the Menu.............................................................................................................36  
• Setting menu items...................................................................................................37  
Compensating the Exposure ..........................................................................................39  
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/  
Shutter Speed.................................................................................................................40  
• Aperture-priority AE ..................................................................................................40  
• Shutter-priority AE ....................................................................................................40  
• Manual Exposure Mode............................................................................................41  
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)....................................................................42  
Specifications..................................................................................................................43  
Digital Camera Accessory System .................................................................................49  
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) ............51  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO).........................................52  
Useful Information (For Latin American Countries Only)................................................55  
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Standard Accessories  
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.  
Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change.  
1
2
Digital Camera Body  
(This is referred to as camera body in this Owner’s Manual.)  
Interchangeable Lens  
“LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.”  
(This is referred to as lens in this Owner’s Manual. This is attached to the camera  
body at the time of purchase.)  
3
4
Lens Cap  
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)  
Interchangeable Lens  
“LUMIX G VARIO 1442 mm/F3.55.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”  
(This is referred to as lens in this Owner’s Manual.)  
Lens Hood  
5
6
Lens Cap  
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)  
Lens Rear Cap  
(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)  
Body Cap  
(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.)  
Battery Pack  
7
8
9
(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text)  
Charge the battery before use.  
10 Battery Charger  
(Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text)  
11 AV Cable  
12 USB Connection Cable  
13 CD-ROM  
Software:  
Use it to install the software to your PC.  
14 CD-ROM  
Owner’s Manual  
15 Shoulder Strap  
16 Stylus pen  
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.  
The card is optional.  
Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-H014).  
About unavailable functions such as [STABILIZER], Direction Detection Function, description in  
this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042).  
If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s  
parts department at 1-800-833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts.  
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1
1
DMC-GF3C  
2
3
5
H-H014  
VYF3371  
2
DMC-GF3K  
4
6
7
H-FS014042  
VYC1009  
VYF3201  
VFC4315  
3
DMC-GF3K 2 / DMC-GF3  
8
VKF4385  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
DMW-BLE9PP  
DE-A99B  
K1HY08YY0020 K1HY08YY0019  
14  
15  
16  
VFF0831  
VFC4710  
VGQ0C14  
¢1 Supplied in DMC-GF3C only  
¢2 Supplied in DMC-GF3K only  
¢3 Supplied in DMC-GF3 only  
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Names and Functions of Components  
Camera body  
1
2
3
1
2
3
Sensor  
Flash  
Self-timer indicator/  
AF Assist Lamp  
Lens fitting mark  
Mount  
4
5
6
7
Lens lock pin  
Lens release button  
4
5
6
7
8
9
Flash open button  
Touch panel/LCD monitor  
8
10 Playback button  
11 [Q.MENU/Fn] button/  
Delete/Return button  
12 [MENU/SET] button  
13 Control dial  
14 Cursor buttons  
3/Exposure Compensation button  
1/WB (White Balance)  
2/AF Mode button  
9 10 11 121314  
4/[DRIVE MODE] button  
This button in picture record mode will allow the  
user to select between the following options.  
Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer  
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15 Shoulder strap eyelet  
Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when  
using the camera to ensure that you will not  
drop it.  
16 [HDMI] socket  
17 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket  
15  
16  
17  
18 Microphone  
Do not cover the microphone with your  
18  
19 20  
fingers.  
19 Shutter button  
20 Motion picture button  
21 Speaker  
Do not cover the speaker with your fingers.  
22 Focus distance reference mark  
23 Intelligent Auto button  
24 Camera ON/OFF switch  
25 Status indicator  
2122  
23 2425  
26 Tripod receptacle  
27 Card/Battery door  
OPEN LOCK  
28 DC coupler cover  
When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the  
Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC11;  
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP;  
optional) are used.  
26 27 28 29  
Always use a genuine Panasonic AC  
adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional).  
It is recommended to use a fully charged  
battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.  
If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off  
due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being  
recorded will not be recorded.  
29 Release lever  
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Lens  
H-H014  
H-FS014042  
(LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.)  
(LUMIX G VARIO 1442 mm/F3.55.6  
ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)  
30 31  
32  
33  
30 31 34 35 36 32 33  
30 Lens surface  
31 Focus ring  
32 Contact point  
33 Lens fitting mark  
34 Tele  
35 Wide  
36 Zoom ring  
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Touch Panel  
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.  
Drag  
Touch the screen  
To touch and release the touch panel.  
A movement without releasing the touch  
panel.  
Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used to move the AF area, operate  
icons or images displayed on the touch  
panel.  
When selecting features using the touch  
panel, be sure to touch the center of the  
desired icon.  
the slide bar, etc.  
This can also be used to move to the next  
image during playback, etc.  
Note  
If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet,  
please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some  
liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.)  
If a commercially available protection sheet is used, a little extra  
pressure may be required if you notice that the touch panel is not  
responsive.  
Avoid having the hand holding the camera accidently apply  
pressure to the touch panel. Doing so may affect the touch panel  
operation.  
Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as  
ball point pens.  
Do not operate with your fingernails.  
Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others.  
Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.  
About the Stylus pen  
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate  
with your fingers.  
Only use the supplied stylus pen.  
Do not place it where small children can reach.  
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About the Lens  
Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens  
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with  
the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification  
(Micro Four Thirds mount).  
Four Thirds™ mount specification lens  
Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be  
used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).  
Leica mount specification lens  
When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R;  
optional), you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses.  
For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from  
the rated distance.  
When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS] to [ON].  
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Changing the Lens  
By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your  
enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure.  
Check that the camera is turned off.  
Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.  
Detaching the lens  
Preparations: Attach the lens cap.  
While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate  
the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then  
remove.  
Attaching the lens  
Preparations: Remove the rear lens cap from the lens.  
If the body cap is fitted to the camera, remove it.  
Align the lens fitting marks B (red marks) and then rotate the lens in the  
direction of the arrow until it clicks.  
Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens.  
Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to the camera body as the lens mount  
may get scratched.  
Be sure to remove the lens cap when recording.  
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Note  
Do not insert your fingers into the mount when the lens and body cap  
are removed from the camera body.  
To prevent dust or debris from adhering to internal parts of the  
camera body, fit the body cap or a lens to the mount on the camera  
body.  
To prevent scratching of the contact points, fit the lens rear cap to the  
lens when it is unattached or fit the lens to the camera body.  
It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector  
(optional) to protect the lens surface when carrying.  
Attaching the Lens Hood  
In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens  
hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.  
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens  
(H-FS014042)  
The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not have a lens hood.  
Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at the top and  
bottom, and turn in the direction of the arrow until it stops.  
A Fitting to the mark.  
Note  
When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens  
hood to the lens in the reverse direction.  
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap  
We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from  
dropping.  
Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder  
strap eyelet on the camera body.  
A:Shoulder strap eyelet  
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the  
ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass  
it through the stopper.  
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the  
hole on the other side of the stopper.  
Pull the other side of the shoulder  
strap and then check that it will not  
come out.  
Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach the other  
side of the shoulder strap.  
Note  
Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.  
Do not wrap the strap around your neck.  
It may result in injury or accident.  
Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.  
It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.  
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Charging the Battery  
About batteries that you can use with this unit  
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLE9PP.  
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the  
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these  
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the  
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these  
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not  
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit  
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a  
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.  
Use the dedicated charger and battery.  
Charging  
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.  
Charge the battery with the charger indoors.  
Attach the battery paying  
attention to the direction of  
the battery.  
Connect the charger to the  
electrical outlet.  
[CHARGE]  
Disconnect the charger from the  
electrical socket and detach the  
battery after charging is completed.  
About the [CHARGE] indicator  
On: It will light up while charging.  
Off: It will turn off when it completes the charging normally.  
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes  
The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again  
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF).  
The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.  
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Charging time  
Charging time  
Approx. 180 min  
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.  
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging  
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a  
long time may be longer than normal.  
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures  
Battery indication  
The battery indication is displayed on the screen.  
The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status  
indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.  
Recording still pictures (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)  
When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used  
Number of recordable pictures  
Recording time  
Approx. 340 pictures  
Approx. 170 min  
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used  
Number of recordable pictures  
Approx. 320 pictures  
Approx. 160 min  
Recording time  
Recording conditions by CIPA standard  
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].  
Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.  
Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB).  
Using the supplied battery.  
Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.  
Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.  
Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery  
decreases.  
The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.  
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures  
decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the  
number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number  
of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]  
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Recording motion pictures  
[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH])  
When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used  
Recordable time  
Approx. 150 min  
Approx. 75 min  
Actual recordable time  
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used  
Recordable time  
Actual recordable time  
Approx. 130 min  
Approx. 65 min  
[MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality set to [HD])  
When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used  
Recordable time  
Approx. 160 min  
Approx. 80 min  
Actual recordable time  
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used  
Recordable time  
Actual recordable time  
Approx. 140 min  
Approx. 70 min  
These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.  
Please be aware that these times are approximate.  
Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as  
switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc.  
Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum  
recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.  
Playback  
When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used  
Playback time  
Approx. 270 min  
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used  
Playback time Approx. 250 min  
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Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the  
Battery  
Check that this unit is turned off.  
We recommend using a Panasonic card.  
Slide the release lever in the direction of  
the arrow and open the card/battery  
door.  
OPEN LOCK  
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries  
(DMW-BLE9PP).  
If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee  
the quality of this product.  
Battery: 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.  
Pull the lever A in the direction of the  
arrow to remove the battery.  
Card: 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.  
B:Do not touch the connection terminals of the  
card.  
OPEN LOCK  
1:Close the card/battery door.  
2:Slide the release lever in the direction  
of the arrow.  
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About the Card  
About cards that can be used with this unit  
The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit.  
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)  
Remarks  
¢
Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or  
SD Memory Card  
(8 MB to 2 GB)  
higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD].  
Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or  
higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION  
JPEG].  
SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card  
or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.  
SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC Memory  
Card compatible equipment.  
SDHC Memory Card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when  
SDXC Memory Card  
(48 GB, 64 GB)  
using the SDXC Memory Cards.  
Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.  
¢
SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on  
the card, etc.  
e.g.:  
Access to the card  
The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on  
the card.  
Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor  
(DMW-AC8PP; optional) when the access indication is lit (when pictures are being  
written, read or deleted, or the card is being formatted). Furthermore, do not subject the  
camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.  
The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate  
normally.  
If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation  
again.  
Please confirm the latest information on the following website.  
(This Site is English only.)  
Note  
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.  
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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)  
The clock can be setup with the following procedure at the time of purchase. Change the  
clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu.  
For details, read the PDF.  
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.  
Turn the camera on.  
The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on.  
Touch [CLOCK SET].  
Touch the items you wish to set (Year/Month/  
Day/Hours/Minutes), and set using [3]/[4].  
You can continue to switch the settings by continuously  
touching [3]/[4].  
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time settings  
without setting a date and time.  
To set the display order and the time display format.  
Touch [STYLE] to display the settings screen for setting  
display order/time display format.  
Touch [SET] to set.  
Touch [SET] in the confirmation screen.  
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Selecting the Recording Mode  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Touch [REC MODE].  
A screen listing the Recording Mode is displayed.  
It is also possible to display the screen  
listing the Recording Mode by touching  
the Recording Mode icon in Recording  
Mode.  
Touch the Recording Mode to select.  
[  
] is turned on when [  
] is touched, and a description  
of the Recording Mode is displayed when Recording Mode  
is touched. It will return to the screen listing the Recording  
Mode when [CANCEL] is touched, and [  
] will turn off.  
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Basic  
Intelligent Auto Mode  
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.  
Intelligent Auto Plus Mode  
Easily match settings selected by the camera to your preferences and record.  
Program AE Mode  
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.  
Advanced  
Aperture-Priority AE Mode  
The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.  
Shutter-Priority AE Mode  
The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.  
Manual Exposure Mode  
The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are  
manually adjusted.  
Custom Mode  
Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.  
Scene Mode  
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.  
Creative Control Mode  
Record while checking the image effect.  
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Recording Mode:  
Taking a Still picture  
Set the drive mode to [  
] by pressing 4(  
).  
Selecting the Recording Mode.  
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.  
A Aperture value  
B Shutter speed  
Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It  
will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved,  
except when set to flash.)  
AB  
When the image is correctly focused, the picture  
will be taken, since the [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set  
initially to [ON].  
Press the shutter button fully (push it in  
further), and take the picture.  
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Recording Mode: ñ  
Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function  
(Intelligent Auto Mode)  
The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording  
conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the  
settings to the camera and take pictures easily.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Defocus control can be set by touching [ × ] in the recording screen.  
When the subject is touched, AF Tracking function works. It is also  
possible by pressing the cursor button towards 2, and then pressing  
the shutter button halfway.  
[FOCUS PRIORITY] is fixed to [ON]. When the subject is correctly  
focused, the picture will be taken.  
About [¦] button  
By pressing the [¦] button, you can switch between the Intelligent Auto  
(ñ or  
) Mode of the Recording Mode and other modes.  
When the Recording Mode is ñ or  
off during recording)  
, the [¦] button lights up. (Light turns  
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Scene Detection  
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene  
concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color  
changes to the usual red.  
When taking pictures  
¦
>
[i-PORTRAIT]  
[i-SCENERY]  
[i-MACRO]  
Only when [  
] is selected  
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT]  
[i-NIGHT SCENERY]  
[i-BABY]¢  
[i-SUNSET]  
¢
When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], [ ] will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces  
already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected.  
When recording motion pictures  
¦
>
[i-PORTRAIT]  
[i-SCENERY]  
[i-LOW LIGHT]  
[i-MACRO]  
[¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.  
When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face, and it  
will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection)  
If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when  
the Scene Mode has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be slower than normal. Take  
care not to move the camera while taking pictures.  
An optimum scene for the specified subject will be chosen when set to AF tracking.  
When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], and the face similar to the registered face is detected, [R]  
is displayed in the top right of [ ], [ ] and [ ].  
Due to conditions such as the ones below, a different scene may be identified for the same  
subject.  
Subject conditions: When the face is bright or dark, the size of the subject, the color of the  
subject, the distance to the subject, the contrast of the subject, when the subject is moving  
Recording conditions: Sunset, sunrise, under low brightness conditions, when the camera is  
shaken, when zoom is used  
To take pictures in an intended scene, it is recommended that you take pictures in the  
appropriate Recording Mode.  
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Recording Mode:  
Easily adjust and record  
(Intelligent Auto Plus Mode)  
The brightness and color optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your  
preferences. This mode is useful if you do not like dealing with detailed settings but like the  
settings made automatically by the camera to match your preferences.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Except for allowing setting of the brightness and color, Intelligent  
Auto Plus Mode is identical to Intelligent Auto Mode.  
Setting brightness  
1
2
Press 3(È) to display the setting screen.  
Touch the slide bar to set.  
This will adjust the brightness of the image.  
Setting can also be performed by rotating the control dial.  
Pressing the 3 cursor button again returns to the recording  
screen.  
Setting color  
1
2
Press 1 (  
) to display the setting screen.  
Touch the slide bar to set.  
This will adjust the color of the image from a reddish color to a  
bluish color.  
Setting can also be performed by rotating the control dial.  
Pressing the 1 cursor button again returns to the recording  
screen.  
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Recording Mode:  
Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function  
You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen.  
Touch [× ] to display the setting screen.  
Touch the slide bar to set.  
Setting can also be performed by rotating the control dial.  
Recording of pictures or motion pictures.  
It is also possible to record a picture by touching [  
].  
Defocus Control operation can be ended by touching [  
].  
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Recording Mode:  
Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings  
(Program AE Mode)  
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the  
brightness of the subject.  
You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode  
menu.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Note  
The shutter speed is automatically set between about 20 seconds  
and 1/4000th of a second in the following cases.  
When the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [ISO160].  
When the aperture value is set to F2.5 [when the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is attached].  
When the aperture value is set to F3.5 [when the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is  
attached].  
Program Shift  
In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without  
changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift.  
You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a  
moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in  
Program AE Mode.  
1
2
Press the shutter button halfway and display the  
aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.  
While the values are displayed (about 10 seconds),  
perform the Program Shift by rotating the control dial.  
A
B
During display of the numerical values, each press of the  
cursor button 3 switches between Program Shift and Exposure Compensation.  
Rotate the control dial to display the [EXPO.METER] B.  
The Program Shift indication A appears on the screen when Program Shift is activated.  
To cancel Program Shift, turn the camera off or rotate the control dial until the Program  
Shift indication disappears.  
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Recording Mode:  
Recording Motion Picture  
This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or  
motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG.  
Audio will be recorded in monaural.  
The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are  
using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.  
Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible.  
Screen here is an example of when the Recording Mode is set to [  
Mode).  
] (Program AE  
Start recording by pressing the motion picture  
button.  
A
B
Elapsed recording time  
Available recording time  
The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording  
motion pictures.  
When recording a motion picture, do not cover the microphone  
with your fingers or other objects.  
A
C
B
Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.  
Note  
Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 13 hours 3 minutes  
20 seconds. Screen will only display up to 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. However, the  
recording may stop before that depending on the remaining battery level.  
Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum  
recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.  
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Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures  
Playing Back Pictures  
Press [(].  
Forward or rewind the image by dragging the  
screen horizontally.  
Forward: drag from right to left  
Rewind: drag from left to right  
It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing  
2/1 of the cursor button.  
Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status.  
You can forward or rewind pictures continuously by keeping your finger on the left or  
right sides of the screen after forwarding/rewinding a picture.  
(Pictures are displayed reduced in size)  
To finish playback  
Press [(] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter button  
halfway.  
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Playing Back Motion Pictures  
This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG  
formats that were taken with this model (only).  
Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion  
pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion  
pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only.  
Press [(].  
A
B
Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ ],  
]) and then touch [ ] to play back.  
[
A Motion picture icon  
B The motion picture recording time  
After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on  
the screen.  
For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as  
[8m30s].  
Some information (recording information, etc.) is not displayed for motion pictures  
recorded in [AVCHD].  
Pressing the cursor button 3 to allows you to play back motion pictures.  
Display at the bottom right of the screen while playing back corresponds to 3/4/2/1  
on the cursor button.  
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Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback  
1
Display control panel by touching screen.  
If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status.  
2
Operate control panel by touching.  
Play/Pause  
Fast rewind  
Stop  
Fast forward  
Frame-by-frame rewind  
(while pausing)  
Frame-by-frame forward  
(while pausing)  
¢
¢
Increase volume level  
Reduce volume level  
¢
Not displayed when playing back motion pictures recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT]  
in Creative Control Mode.  
About fast forward/rewind playback  
Touch [  
] during playback to fast forward (touch [  
] to fast rewind). The fast  
] again. (The display on the  
forward/rewind speed increases if you touch [  
]/[  
screen changes from [5] to [  
].)  
Touch [ ] to resume normal playback speed.  
When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than  
usual.  
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Deleting Pictures  
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.  
Press [(].  
To delete a single picture  
Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch  
].  
[
Touch [DELETE SINGLE].  
Confirmation screen is displayed.  
Picture is deleted by selecting [YES].  
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Setting the Menu  
When [MENU/SET] is pressed, [REC MODE] A and 5 menus  
B ([REC], [MOTION PICTURE], [CUSTOM], [SETUP], and  
[PLAYBACK]) are displayed.  
In the 5 different menus, there are menus that allow you to  
setup the recording or playback to your preference, or make it  
more fun and easier to use the camera.  
A
B
In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important  
settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before  
proceeding to use the camera.  
Menu  
Description of settings  
This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of  
pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are  
recording.  
[REC]  
This menu lets you set the [REC MODE], [REC  
QUALITY], and other aspects for motion picture  
recording.  
[MOTION PICTURE]  
[CUSTOM]  
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.  
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.  
[SETUP]  
This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or  
Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.  
[PLAYBACK]  
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Setting menu items  
If you set [MENU RESUME] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last  
selected menu item when the camera was turned off.  
It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Select the menu by pressing 3/4/2/1 or  
by rotating the control dial.  
It can also be set by the touch operation.  
or  
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.  
Select the menu item by pressing 3/4 or  
by rotating the control dial.  
Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or  
rotate the control dial to move to the next screen.  
or  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a  
different way.  
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Select the settings by pressing 3/4 or by  
rotating the control dial.  
or  
The figure on the right is an example of setting  
[I.DYNAMIC] from [OFF] to [HIGH].  
Press [MENU/SET] to set.  
Close the menu  
Press [ ] several times or press the shutter button halfway.  
Switching to other menus  
e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] Mode menu  
1
Press 2.  
A Menu toggle icon  
A
2
3
Press 4 or rotate the control dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ].  
Press 1.  
Select a menu item next and set it.  
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Recording Mode:  
Compensating the Exposure  
Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in  
brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples.  
Properly  
exposed  
Underexposed  
Overexposed  
Compensate the exposure  
towards positive.  
Compensate the exposure  
towards negative.  
Press 3 (È) to switch to Exposure  
Compensation operation.  
Rotate the control dial to compensate the  
exposure.  
A
B
A Exposure Compensation value  
B [EXPO.METER]  
Select [0] to return to the original exposure.  
Rotate the control dial to display the [EXPO.METER].  
(However, it does not appear in ¿/  
Mode.)  
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Recording Mode: ´²  
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/  
Shutter Speed  
Aperture-priority AE  
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set  
the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Rotate the control dial to set the aperture value.  
Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Aperture  
Setting and Exposure Compensation.  
Shutter-priority AE  
When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter  
speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Rotate the control dial to set the shutter speed.  
Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Shutter  
Speed Setting and Exposure Compensation.  
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Manual Exposure Mode  
Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.  
The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate  
the exposure.  
Set Recording Mode to [ ].  
Rotate the control dial to set the aperture and  
shutter speed.  
Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Aperture  
Setting and Shutter Speed Setting.  
A Manual Exposure Assistance  
A
Manual Exposure Assistance  
The exposure is adequate.  
3
0
0
0
+3  
Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value.  
Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value.  
3  
+
3
3
3  
+
The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures  
on the playback screen.  
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Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)  
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s  
Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC  
to read it.  
For Windows  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s  
Manual (supplied).  
Select the desired language and then click  
[Owner’s Manual] to install.  
Double click the “Owner’s Manual”  
shortcut icon on the desktop.  
When the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) will not  
open  
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe  
Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Owner’s Manual  
(PDF format).  
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied), click A and then follow the  
messages on the screen to install.  
(Compatible OS: Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7)  
You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from  
the following Web Site.  
To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)  
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.  
For Mac  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s  
Manual (supplied).  
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy the PDF file  
with the desired language inside the folder.  
Double click the PDF file to open it.  
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Specifications  
Digital Camera Body (DMC-GF3):  
Information for your safety  
Power Source:  
DC 8.4 V  
Power Consumption:  
2.3 W (When recording)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used]  
2.4 W (When recording)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used]  
1.5 W (When playing back)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used]  
1.6 W (When playing back)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used]  
Camera effective pixels 12,100,000 pixels  
Image sensor  
4/3q Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 13,060,000 pixels,  
Primary color filter  
Digital Zoom  
Max. 4k  
Extended Tele  
Conversion  
ON/OFF simple enlargement (compatible with lenses from  
other manufacturers)  
(Except for the  
maximum picture size  
for each  
aspect ratio)  
Focus  
Auto Focus/Manual Focus,  
Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/  
1-area-focusing/Pinpoint (Touch focus area selection  
possible)  
Shutter system  
Burst recording  
Burst speed  
Focal-plane shutter  
3.8 pictures/second (High speed),  
2.8 pictures/second (Middle speed),  
2 pictures/second (Low speed)  
Number of  
Max. 5 pictures (when there are RAW files)  
recordable pictures Depends on the capacity of the card  
(when there are no RAW files)  
ISO sensitivity  
(Standard Output  
Sensitivity)  
AUTO/  
/160/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400  
(1/3 EV step change possible)  
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Minimum Illumination Approx. 6 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is  
1/30th of a second)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used]  
Approx. 11 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is  
1/30th of a second)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used]  
Shutter speed  
Metering range  
White Balance  
60 seconds to 1/4000th of a second  
EV 0 to EV 18  
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, j3 EV to i3 EV)  
Metering Mode  
LCD monitor  
Multiple/Center weighted/Spot  
3.0q TFT LCD (3:2)  
(Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)  
Touch panel  
Flash  
Built-in pop up flash  
GN 6.3 equivalent (ISO160·m)  
Flash range:  
Approx. 50 cm (1.64 feet) to 5.6 m (18.4 feet)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is mounted, [ISO  
AUTO] is set]  
Flash range:  
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.4 m (11.2 feet)  
[When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is mounted,  
focal length is 18 mm, [ISO AUTO] is set, and the aspect ratio  
is set to [X]]  
AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/  
Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye  
Reduction, Forced OFF  
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Flash synchronization Equal to or smaller than 1/160th of a second  
speed  
Microphone  
Speaker  
Monaural  
Monaural  
Recording media  
Picture size  
Still picture  
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card  
When the aspect ratio setting is [X]  
4000k3000 pixels, 2816k2112 pixels, 2048k1536 pixels  
When the aspect ratio setting is [Y]  
4000k2672 pixels, 2816k1880 pixels, 2048k1360 pixels  
When the aspect ratio setting is [W]  
4000k2248 pixels, 2816k1584 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels  
When the aspect ratio setting is [  
]
2992k2992 pixels, 2112k2112 pixels, 1504k1504 pixels  
Recording quality  
Motion pictures  
[AVCHD] (With audio)  
When set to [FSH]: 1920k1080 pixels (60i¢ recording/  
Approx. 17 Mbps)/  
When set to [SH]: 1280k720 pixels (60p¢ recording/  
Approx. 17 Mbps)  
(¢Sensor output is 30 frames/sec.)  
[MOTION JPEG] (With audio)  
When set to [HD]: 1280k720 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/  
When set to [VGA]: 640k480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/  
When set to [QVGA]: 320k240 pixels (30 frames/sec.)  
Quality  
RAW/RAWiFine/RAWiStandard/Fine/Standard/MPOiFine/  
MPOiStandard  
Recording file format  
Still Picture  
RAW/JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,  
based on “Exif 2.3” standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO  
Motion pictures with AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG  
audio  
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Interface  
Digital  
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)  
Analog video/audio NTSC  
Audio line output (monaural)  
Terminal  
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]  
Dedicated jack (8 pin)  
MiniHDMI TypeC  
[HDMI]  
Dimensions  
Approx. 107.7 mm (W)k67.1 mm (H)k32.5 mm (D)  
[4.24q (W)k2.64q(H)k1.28q (D)]  
(excluding the projecting parts)  
Mass (weight)  
Approx. 319 g/0.70 lb  
[with the Interchangeable lens (H-H014), card and battery]  
Approx. 429 g/0.95 lb  
[with the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042), card and  
battery]  
Approx. 222 g/0.49 lb (camera body)  
Operating temperature 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)  
Operating humidity  
Language select  
10%RH to 80%RH  
[ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]/[PORTUGUÊS]  
Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A99B):  
Information for your safety  
Input:  
110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A  
8.4 V, 0.43 A  
Output:  
Equipment mobility:  
Movable  
Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLE9PP):  
Information for your safety  
Voltage/capacity:  
7.2 V/940 mAh  
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Interchangeable Lens (H-H014)  
“LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.”  
Focal length  
f=14 mm  
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm)  
Aperture type  
7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm  
Aperture range  
F2.5  
F22  
Minimum aperture  
value  
Lens construction  
In focus distance  
6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical lenses)  
0.18 m (0.59 feet) to (from the focus distance reference  
line)  
Maximum image  
magnification  
0.1k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.2k)  
Optical Image  
Stabilizer  
None  
[O.I.S.] switch  
Mount  
None  
“Micro Four Thirds Mount”  
75x  
Angle of view  
Filter diameter  
Max. diameter  
Overall length  
46 mm (1.81 inch)  
Approx. 55.5 mm (2.19 inch)  
Approx. 20.5 mm (0.81 inch)  
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)  
Mass (weight)  
Approx. 55 g/0.12 lb  
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Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042)  
“LUMIX G VARIO 1442 mm/F3.55.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”  
Focal length  
f=14 mm to 42 mm  
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm)  
Aperture type  
7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm  
Aperture range  
F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele)  
F22  
Minimum aperture  
value  
Lens construction  
In focus distance  
12 elements in 9 groups (1 aspherical lens)  
0.3 m (0.99 feet) to (from the focus distance reference line)  
0.16k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.32k)  
Maximum image  
magnification  
Optical Image  
Stabilizer  
Available  
[O.I.S.] switch  
None  
(Setting of the [STABILIZER] is done in [REC] Mode menu.)  
Mount  
“Micro Four Thirds Mount”  
75x (Wide) to 29x (Tele)  
52 mm (2.05 inch)  
Angle of view  
Filter diameter  
Max. diameter  
Overall length  
Approx. 60.6 mm (2.39 inch)  
Approx. 63.6 mm (2.50 inch)  
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)  
Mass (weight)  
Approx. 165 g/0.22 lb  
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Digital Camera Accessory System  
Description  
Accessory#  
Lithum Ion Battery  
DMW-BLE9  
DMW-AC8  
¢1  
AC Adaptor  
¢1  
DC Coupler  
DMW-DCC11  
¢2  
Zoom Lever  
DMW-ZL1  
¢3  
¢4  
MC Protector  
ND Filter  
DMW-LMC46 , DMW-LMC52  
¢3  
¢4  
DMW-LND46 , DMW-LND52  
¢3  
¢4  
PL Filter (Circular Type)  
Lens Cap  
DMW-LPL46 , DMW-LPL52  
¢3  
¢4  
DMW-LFC46 , DMW-LFC52  
¢5  
Lens Rear Cap  
Body Cap  
DMW-LRC1  
DMW-BDC1  
¢6  
Tripod Adaptor  
DMW-TA1  
HDMI mini Cable  
Interchangeable Lens  
Mount Adaptor  
RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30  
H-VS014140, H-FS014042, H-FS014045,  
H-FS045200, H-F007014, H-ES045, H-H020,  
H-F008, H-H014, H-FS100300  
H-FT012  
DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R  
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card  
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card  
RP-SDU64GE1K/RP-SDU64GG1K  
RP-SDU32GU1K/RP-SDU32GG1K  
RP-SDU16GU1K/RP-SDU16GG1K  
RP-SDU08GU1K/RP-SDU08GG1K  
RP-SDU04GU1K/RP-SDU04GG1K  
RP-SDL16GU1K  
RP-SDL08GU1K  
RP-SDL04GU1K  
RP-SDL02GU1K  
Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change.  
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¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler  
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.  
¢2 The interchangeble lens (H-H014) is not used.  
¢3 When the interchangeble lens (H-H014) is used  
¢4 When the interchangeble lens (H-FS014042) is used  
¢5 If you are using other than the interchangeable lens (H-H014, H-FS014042), please use the  
optional accessories compatible with that lens.  
¢6 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.  
Read P13 for information about other lenses that can be used.  
Refer to P17 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable  
pictures.  
NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local  
dealer.  
Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding optional accessories.  
(This Site is English only.)  
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form  
(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)  
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.  
1. Digital Camera Model #  
2. Items Ordered  
Accessory #  
Description  
Price Each  
Quantity  
Total Price  
Subtotal  
Your State & Local Sales Tax  
Shipping & Handling  
Total Enclosed  
6.95  
3. Method of payment (check one)  
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)  
VISA  
Credit Card #  
MasterCard  
Discover  
Expiration Date  
Customer Signature  
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES  
(Please do not send cash)  
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)  
Ship To:  
Mr.  
Mrs.  
Ms.  
Phone#:  
First  
Last  
(
)
Day  
Street Address  
City  
(
)
Night  
State  
Zip  
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  
THE FOLLOWING:  
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  
OR  
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]  
OR  
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY  
ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE  
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032  
In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.  
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Limited Warranty  
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products  
Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (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 parts, (b) replace it  
with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The  
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.  
Product or Part Name  
Digital Still Camera  
Parts  
1 year  
Labor  
1 year  
CCD  
6 months  
90 days  
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery Pack  
(defective exchange)  
90 days  
Not Applicable  
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty  
period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for  
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies  
to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is  
extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.  
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Mail-In Service  
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product  
prepaid to:  
Panasonic Exchange Center  
4900 George McVay Drive  
Suite B  
McAllen, TX 78503  
panacare@us.panasonic.com  
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, adequately  
insured and preferably in the original carton.  
When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at  
date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime  
phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the  
Limited Warranty.  
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE  
REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE  
OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE  
CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF  
PURCHASE.  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES  
NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT  
COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not  
supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,  
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of  
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification,  
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or  
other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service  
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED  
WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF  
THIS WARRANTY.  
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or  
damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not  
exclusive, but for illustration only.)  
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or  
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state. 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 the warrantor's Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the  
warrantor.  
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE  
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
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Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or  
Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and  
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262)  
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by  
visiting our Web Site at:  
Or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277  
As of December 2010  
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G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera  
system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System  
standard.  
Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging  
Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European  
Union and other countries.  
Four Thirds™ and Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks  
or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation,  
in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other  
countries.  
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  
The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of  
Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby  
Laboratories.  
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia  
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI  
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.  
VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.  
EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.  
HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.  
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc.,  
used under license therefrom.  
Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  
Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the  
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or  
product concerned.  
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and  
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard  
(“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a  
personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to  
provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional  
For USA  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Panasonic Corporation 2011  
Printed in Japan  

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