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Panasonic DC-GH5 User Manual

Panasonic DC-GH5
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Owner’s Manual
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Digital Camera
Model No. DC-GH5
DVQP1117ZA
F0317HN0
until
2017/3/23
Message Display P328
Troubleshooting P330
Finding the information you need P2
Contents P4
Contents by Function P10
Menu list P204
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Table of Contents

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Panasonic DC-GH5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Pixels20.3 megapixels
Image ProcessorVenus Engine
Dimensions138.5 x 98.1 x 87.4 mm
Weight725 g (body only)
Sensor TypeLive MOS
Sensor Size17.3 x 13.0 mm (Four Thirds)
ISO Range100-25600
ViewfinderOLED Live View Finder, 3, 680k-dot
Monitor3.2-inch LCD, 1.62M dots, fully articulating
Video Recording4K up to 60p
Image Stabilization5-axis in-body stabilization
Continuous Shooting12 fps
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 60 seconds
Memory Card SlotsDual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II Compatible)
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI
BatteryDMW-BLF19
Autofocus SystemAdvanced DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology

Summary

Finding the information you need

Search from "Contents"

Method to find information by referring to the Contents section.

Search from "Message Display"

Method to find information by referring to Message Display codes.

Search from "Troubleshooting"

Method to find solutions to common problems and errors.

How to use this manual

About the indication of the applicable mode

Explanation of icons indicating applicable shooting modes for functions.

About the symbols in the text

Explanation of symbols used in the manual for menu actions, tips, and conditions.

3. Recording Modes

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Guide to using the camera's automatic mode for optimal scene and subject settings.

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed

How to manually set aperture and shutter speed for creative control over depth of field and motion.

Registering your preferred settings (Custom Mode)

How to save preferred camera settings for quick recall.

4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings

Adjusting Focus Automatically

How to let the camera automatically adjust focus based on subject and conditions.

Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock)

How to lock focus and/or exposure for precise composition.

Setting the Light Sensitivity

How to adjust ISO sensitivity for shooting in various lighting conditions.

1. Before Use

Care of the camera

Important precautions for handling and maintaining the camera's condition.

Names and Functions of Components

Identification and explanation of camera body parts and their functions.

About the Lens

Information on lens compatibility, functions, and firmware updates for interchangeable lenses.

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Charging the Battery

Instructions for charging the camera battery using the provided charger.

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

Instructions for inserting and removing memory cards from the camera.

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Guide to setting the camera's internal clock for accurate recording and playback.

Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons)

How to customize buttons to assign frequently used functions for quick access.

5. 6K/4K Photo and Drive Settings

Select a Drive Mode

How to change the camera's shooting mode (Single, Burst, 6K/4K, etc.).

Recording 6K/4K Photos

Guide to capturing high-speed bursts for extracting still photos from video sequences.

Selecting pictures from 6K/4K burst file and saving

How to choose and save individual still photos from burst files.

Controlling Focus After Recording (Post Focus/Focus Stacking)

How to adjust focus after shooting or merge images to widen the focus range.

6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash

Image Stabilizer

Explanation of the camera's image stabilization systems (In-Lens, In-Body, Hybrid).

Taking Pictures with the External Flash (Optional)

Instructions for attaching and using an external flash unit.

Changing Flash Mode

How to select different flash modes like Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, and Slow Sync.

Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes

How to set up and use external flashes wirelessly for multi-light setups.

7. Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Picture

Basic steps to start and stop recording motion pictures.

Setting the format, size and frame rate

How to choose video format (AVCHD, MP4, MOV) and quality settings.

Recording Motion Pictures in Creative Video Mode

How to use manual controls (aperture, shutter, ISO) for creative video recording.

Moving the focus position smoothly to a registered position ([Focus Transition])

How to automate focus changes between pre-registered points during recording.

8. Playing Back and Editing Images

Playing Back Pictures

How to view still images stored on the camera or memory card.

Playing Back Motion Pictures

How to play back recorded video files on the camera.

Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture

How to extract still images from recorded motion pictures.

Deleting Pictures

How to delete single or multiple images from the camera or memory card.

9. Using Menu Functions

[Rec] menu

Settings related to still picture recording, including aspect ratio and quality.

[Motion Picture] menu

Settings specific to recording motion pictures, including format and quality.

[Custom] menu

Options for customizing camera operations and button assignments.

[Setup] menu

Settings for camera setup, clock, power management, and connectivity.

[Quality]

How to set image compression and file formats (JPEG, RAW).

[Photo Style]

How to select preset or custom image styles for color and contrast adjustments.

[Metering Mode]

How to choose the method for measuring scene brightness for exposure.

[Shutter Type]

How to select between mechanical, electronic front curtain, and electronic shutters.

10. Using the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function

What you can do with the Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® function

Overview of capabilities for controlling the camera with smartphones and connecting to other devices.

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet

Steps for installing the "Image App" and connecting to smartphones/tablets.

Transferring recorded images to a smartphone automatically

How to set up automatic image transfer from camera to smartphone via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi.

Backing up images to a Cloud Storage automatically (Auto Cloud Backup)

How to automatically back up images to a cloud service via Wi-Fi.

Displaying pictures on a TV

How to display images on a TV using Wi-Fi and DLNA.

Sending images to PC

How to send images to a computer via Wi-Fi.

Using Web services

How to send images to web services like social media sites via LUMIX CLUB.

11. Connecting to other equipment

Watching 4K motion pictures on a TV/ Saving 4K motion pictures on your PC or recorder

How to view 4K videos on a TV or save them to a PC/recorder.

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

How to connect the camera to a TV via HDMI to view pictures.

Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC

How to transfer images to a PC using USB connection.

Printing the Pictures

How to print pictures wirelessly using PictBridge.

12. Others

Optional accessories

Information on optional accessories like battery grips and their functions.

Shutter Remote Control (optional)

How to use the optional shutter remote control for stable shooting.

Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

Explanation of information displayed on the camera's monitor and viewfinder.

Troubleshooting

Guide to resolving common problems with the camera, battery, and recording.

Cautions for Use

Precautions for optimal camera usage and avoiding interference.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the camera body and lens.

Removing dirt on the image sensor

Detailed instructions for cleaning the image sensor.

Battery

Information on battery care, charging, disposal, and handling precautions.

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