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Basic Owner’s Manual

Digital Camera/

Lens Kit

Model No.

DMC-GM5K

SQT0419

F0914CT0

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Page 1: ...ion of this camera are contained in Owner s Manual for advanced features PDF format in the supplied DVD Install it on your PC to read it Basic Owner s Manual Digital Camera Lens Kit Model No DMC GM5K SQT0419 F0914CT0 Register online at www panasonic com register U S customers only P If you have any questions visit USA www panasonic com support ...

Page 2: ...re recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws Even for the purpose of private use recording of certain material may be restricted Information for Your Safety A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on how to recycle this b...

Page 3: ...t 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 f...

Page 4: ...re deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio SAR 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...

Page 5: ...d by speakers or large motors Electromagnetic wave radiation 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 AC10PP optional Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on Do not use this u...

Page 6: ...the card We recommend storing important data on a PC etc Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped Charge the battery before use The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery If the temperature is too high or too low the operating time of the battery will become shorter The ...

Page 7: ...s 19 Touch screen Touch operations 19 Calling frequently used menus instantly Quick Menu 20 Setting the Menu 20 Recording Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function Intelligent Auto Mode 21 Taking panorama pictures Panorama Shot Mode 23 Taking Pictures with Manual Focus 23 Recording Motion Picture 25 Recording Snap Movies 26 Playback Playing Back Pictures 27 Playing Back Motion Pictures 27 Delet...

Page 8: ... the digital camera body Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus it may cause a malfunction or damage About Condensation When the lens the viewfinder or monitor is fogged up Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes Be careful of condensation since it causes lens viewfinder and monitor stains fungus and camera malfunction If condensation occurs turn the camera off...

Page 9: ...ection Cable 9 DVD Software Use it to install the software to your PC Owner s Manual for advanced features Use it to install to your PC 10 Shoulder Strap 1 This is referred to as lens in this Owner s Manual 2 This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase 3 This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are ind...

Page 10: ...difficult to record 7 Hot shoe Hot shoe cover P12 Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing 8 Focus distance reference mark 9 Diopter adjustment lever P16 10 Status indicator P16 Wi Fi connection lamp The lamp lights green when the camera is turned on and lights blue when it is connected to Wi Fi 11 Lens fitting mark P15 12 Sensor 13 Mount 14 Lens lock pin 15 Lens rele...

Page 11: ...button as 3 4 2 1 3 ISO sensitivity 1 White Balance 2 Auto Focus Mode 4 Drive mode Single Burst Auto bracket Self timer 30 MENU SET button P20 31 DISP button Each time this is pressed the display on the monitor is switched 32 Delete button P28 Quick Menu Return button P20 33 Tripod mount A tripod with a screw length of 5 5 mm 0 22 inch or more may damage this unit if attached 34 DC coupler cover W...

Page 12: ...direction indicated by arrow 1 2 Turn off the camera and the flash 3 Slide the flash firmly all the way into the camera s hot shoe until it clicks into place Turn on the camera and the flash when recording images A Flash ON OFF switch To remove the flash pull the flash in the direction of the arrow while pressing and holding the lock release button B H FS12032 1 Lens surface 2 Tele 3 Zoom ring 4 W...

Page 13: ...used with this unit is DMW BLH7PP 1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery 2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet The CHARGE indicator A lights up and charging begins About the CHARGE indicator 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...

Page 14: ... of this product Being careful about the battery orientation insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever A Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery 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 th...

Page 15: ... prevent swallowing Format the card before recording a picture with this unit Since data cannot be recovered after formatting make sure to back up necessary data in advance Select Format in the Setup menu Confirmation screen is displayed It is executed when Yes is selected When attaching or detaching the interchangeable lens H FS12032 retract the lens barrel Change lenses where there is not a lot ...

Page 16: ... diopter adjustment lever so that the characters displayed in the viewfinder can be seen clearly How to Extend the Lens Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of arrow 1 from position A the lens is retracted to position B 12 mm to 32 mm H FS12032 to extend the lens When the lens barrel is retracted images cannot be recorded C The lens is retracted How to Retract the Lens Rotate the zoom ring in the...

Page 17: ... fully push it in further and take the picture When the image is correctly focused the picture will be taken since the Focus Release Priority is set initially to FOCUS The focus range is different depending on the lens used Even during menu operation or image playback if you press the shutter button halfway you can instantly set the camera ready for recording Press LVF to switch between the Monito...

Page 18: ...he aperture value and shutter speed set by the camera 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 Creative Video Mode Recor...

Page 19: ...to touch the center of the desired icon Drag A movement without releasing the touch screen This can also be used to move to the next image during playback etc Pinch enlarge reduce Pinch the touch screen apart enlarge or together reduce with two fingers Function buttons Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons Custom Fn Button Set Touch screen Touch operations Non touch sensitive area At ...

Page 20: ...nce the setting is complete You can close the menu by pressing the shutter button halfway Setting the Menu 1 Press MENU SET 2 Press 3 4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press MENU SET 3 Press 3 4 of the cursor button to select the setting and press MENU SET Depending on the menu item its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way Close the menu Press or press ...

Page 21: ...con of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds after which its color changes to the usual red Automatic scene detection Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode 1 Press MENU SET 2 Press 2 3 Press 3 4 to select the or tab 4 Press 2 1 to select or and then press MENU SET If DISP is pressed the description of the selected mode will be displayed When iHandh...

Page 22: ...tion and normal operation 2 Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial Recording Mode This mode enables you to change the brightness and color tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera Setting brightness 1 Press the rear dial to display the setting screen Each press of the rear dial switches among brightness setting Defocus Control and end operation 2 Rotate the rear dial t...

Page 23: ...ing Recording can also be ended by moving the camera to the end of the guide Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Applicable modes Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus Recording from left to right Move the camera at a constant speed Pictures may not be able to be recorded properl...

Page 24: ... You can perform the following operations When using an interchangeable lens with no focus ring you can perform these operations after pressing 4 to display the screen that lets you set the area to be enlarged 5 Press the shutter button halfway The assist screen will close The recording screen will be displayed You can also close the assist screen by pressing MENU SET Button operation Touch operat...

Page 25: ...y pressing the shutter button When a high ambient temperature continuous recording or other conditions cause the camera to overheat the following restrictions will occur to protect the camera Wait until the camera cools down Continuous recording motion picture recording and the Wi Fi connection will be temporarily disabled If you continue recording even when is flashing on the screen a message wil...

Page 26: ...ess MENU SET 6 Select ON with 3 4 and then press MENU SET Press the shutter button halfway to exit the menu If Pull Focus is set to ON set its focus 7 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button A Elapsed recording time B Set recording time Release the motion picture button right after you press it You cannot stop motion picture recording in the middle The recording will stop automatical...

Page 27: ... to a web service If you press 4 when displaying images one by one you can easily send an image to a web service For details refer to the Owner s Manual for advanced features PDF format Button operation Touch operation Description of operation Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3 Play Pause 4 Stop 2 Fast rewind 1 Fast forward Frame by frame rewind while pausing Frame by fram...

Page 28: ...s 1 In Playback Mode press 2 Press 3 4 to select Delete Multi or Delete All and then press MENU SET Delete All Confirmation screen is displayed Pictures are deleted by selecting Yes It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favorite when All Delete Except Favorite is selected with the Delete All set 3 When Delete Multi is selected Press 3 4 2 1 to select the picture and then pre...

Page 29: ...atures PDF format Installing the smartphone tablet app Image App OS App for AndroidTM Android 2 3 3 or higher Search the Google PlayTM Store for Panasonic Image App or LUMIX and install the app App for iOS iOS 6 0 or higher Please note that the iPhone 3GS is not supported Search the App StoreSM for Panasonic Image App or LUMIX and install the app Connecting to this unit with Wi Fi Direct requires ...

Page 30: ...asscode enter the passcode to unlock the smartphone tablet 6 Press the home button to close the browser 7 Turn on the Wi Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone tablet 8 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera 9 Return to the home screen and then start Image App Steps 2 through 6 are not required from the second time on 1 Press and hold Wi Fi on the camera 2 Start Image App...

Page 31: ...perate the smartphone When a high ambient temperature continuous recording or other conditions cause the camera to overheat the following restrictions will occur to protect the camera Wait until the camera cools down Continuous recording motion picture recording and the Wi Fi connection will be temporarily disabled If you continue recording even when is flashing on the screen a message will be dis...

Page 32: ...ation is being recorded the recording will stop Using a smartphone you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera s Snap Movie function P26 Music can be added to motion pictures to be combined In addition you can save the combined motion picture or upload it on a web service Snap Movie of the Image App requires a smartphone that supports Android OS 4 3 or higher The iPhone 4 and iPod tou...

Page 33: ...8 Windows 8 1 you can display the menu by clicking a message that is displayed after inserting the DVD and then selecting and executing Launcher exe You can also display the menu by double clicking SFMXXXX in Computer XXXX differs depending on the model 3 Click Applications 4 Click on the Recommended Installation on the install menu to install Proceed with installation according to messages appear...

Page 34: ...e P26 Picture size Aspect Ratio Extended Tele Conversion when taking still pictures Image effect filter adjustment display Image effect filter setting Card displayed only during recording Elapsed recording time 1 Simultaneous recording indicator Automatic viewfinder monitor switching P18 Peaking P C2 1 1 EXPS EXPS WL SNAP 4SEC L 4 3 EXM 4 3 EXPS 8m30s Highlight Shadow HDR iHDR P22 Multi exposure D...

Page 35: ...vel destination setting 4 Exposure meter Focal distance display Step zoom 4 AF area Spot metering target Self timer 5 Mic level display Silent Mode AE Lock Metering Mode Program Shift 3 5 Aperture value P17 60 Shutter speed P17 Exposure compensation value Brightness P22 Manual Exposure Assistance ISO sensitivity 5 Dial operation guide White Balance Bracket White Balance Fine Adjustment VÐîÑ White ...

Page 36: ...Assistance Œ Flash Mode Flash 98 AWB 0 0 0 ISO AUTO AFS AFS Fn Wi Fi L 4 3 F 3 5 1 60 C1 1 EXPS EXPS ISO AUTO 0 0 WL 3 Single Burst Auto Bracket Self timer Focus Mode š Ø AF Mode A Quality Picture size Aspect Ratio Wi Fi Wi Fi Function button setting P19 4 Photo Style VÐîÑ White Balance Intelligent Dynamic Range Control Metering Mode 98 Number of recordable pictures Available recording time AFS AF...

Page 37: ...i Resolution ISO Increments Filter Settings iHandheld Night Shot Extended ISO Aspect Ratio iHDR Long Shtr NR Picture Size HDR Shading Comp Quality Multi Exp Ex Tele Conv AFS AFF Time Lapse Shot Digital Zoom Metering Mode Stop Motion Animation Color Space Burst Rate Panorama Direction Stabilizer Auto Bracket Shutter Type Face Recog Self Timer Flash Profile Setup Highlight Shadow Red Eye Removal i D...

Page 38: ...ea Setup 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 Clock Set Economy Exposure Comp Reset World Time USB Mode Self Timer Auto Off Travel Date TV Connection No Reset Wi Fi Menu Resume Reset Beep Menu Background Reset Wi F...

Page 39: ...The shutter speed will become slower and the Optical Image Stabilizer function may not work properly when taking pictures especially in dark places We recommend holding the camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures We recommend using a tripod and the self timer when taking pictures with a slow shutter speed When a moving subject is recorded with the electronic shutter the subject may appe...

Page 40: ...affected This is a characteristic of the camera s monitor and is not a malfunction Images to be recorded will not be affected Is the card inserted Is there a picture on the card Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC If it is it cannot be played back by this unit It is recommended to use the PHOTOfunSTUDIO software in the DVD supplied to write pictures from PC to card Has Playba...

Page 41: ...wireless access point Change the direction of this unit Change the location and orientation of the wireless access point Perform the Manual Input It may not display even if the radio waves exist depending on the setting of the wireless access point Check the settings of the wireless access point When the network SSID of the wireless access point is set not to broadcast the wireless access point ma...

Page 42: ... web service link settings If the camera is shaken it may cause the shutter to close This is not a malfunction Do not put your finger in the mount Turning on the camera will re open the shutter It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when this unit is turned on or off and it is not a malfunction The sound which is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture is heard when the br...

Page 43: ...ng 23 area focusing 1 area focusing Pinpoint Touch focus area selection possible Shutter type Electronically controlled Single curtain focal plane shutter Electronic shutter Burst recording Burst speed Mechanical shutter 5 8 pictures second High speed AFS 5 pictures second High speed AFC 4 pictures second Middle speed 2 pictures second Low speed Electronic shutter 40 pictures second Super high spe...

Page 44: ...ouch screen Viewfinder Live Viewfinder 4 3 Approx 1 170 000 dots equivalent field of view ratio about 100 with diopter adjustment j4 to i4 diopter Flash Mode AUTO AUTO Red Eye Reduction Forced ON Forced ON Red Eye Reduction Slow Sync Slow Sync Red Eye Reduction Forced OFF Flash synchronization speed Equal to or smaller than 1 50th of a second Mechanical shutter Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural R...

Page 45: ... DPOF corresponding MPO Motion pictures AVCHD Progressive AVCHD MP4 Audio compression AVCHD DolbyR Digital 2 ch MP4 AAC 2 ch Interface Digital USB 2 0 High Speed Analog video audio NTSC Audio line output monaural Terminal AV OUT DIGITAL Dedicated jack 8 pin HDMI MicroHDMI Type D Dimensions Approx 98 5 mm W k59 5 mm H k36 1 mm D 3 88q W k2 34q H k1 42q D excluding the projecting parts Mass weight A...

Page 46: ...rture diaphragm Aperture range F3 5 Wide to F5 6 Tele Minimum aperture value F22 Lens construction 8 elements in 7 groups 3 aspherical lenses 1 ED lenses In focus distance 0 2 m 0 66 feet to from the focus distance reference line focal length 12 mm to 20 mm 0 3 m 0 98 feet to from the focus distance reference line focal length 21 mm to 32 mm Maximum image magnification 0 13k 35 mm film camera equi...

Page 47: ...ional accessories may not be available in some countries NOTE Accessories and or model numbers may vary between countries Consult your local dealer For lens related optional accessories such as compatible lenses and filters refer to cataloges Web pages etc Description Accessory Battery Pack DMW BLH7 AC Adaptor 1 DMW AC10 DC Coupler 1 DMW DCC15 Flash DMW FL360L DMW FL580L LED Video Light VW LED1 Bo...

Page 48: ...on the model 3 Select the desired language and then click Owner s Manual to install A To return to the install menu 4 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 You can download and install a version of Adob...

Page 49: ...VISA MasterCard Please do not send cash 2 Items Ordered Quantity Accessory Price Each Description Total Price 6 95 Subtotal Your State Local Sales Tax Shipping Handling Total 1 Digital Camera Model Discover Expiration Date Credit Card Customer Signature TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY A...

Page 50: ...product or c refund your purchase price The decision to repair replace or refund will be made by the warrantor 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 produc...

Page 51: ...ALES 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 damage...

Page 52: ...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 As of April 2014 Customer Services Directory United States Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest...

Page 53: ...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 AVCHD AVCHD Progressive and the AVCHD Progressive 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 Laborato...

Page 54: ...omware Taiwan Inc QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED 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 vide...

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