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Panasonic DMC-GH4 User Manual

Panasonic DMC-GH4
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Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-GH4
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
VQT5H96
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Message Display P364
Troubleshooting P393
Finding the information you need P2
Contents P7
Contents by Function P13
Menu list P368

Table of Contents

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Panasonic DMC-GH4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Camera TypeMirrorless
Sensor TypeLive MOS
Megapixels16.05 MP
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
Dimensions132.9 x 93.4 x 83.9 mm
Weight560 g (body only)
Built-in FlashNo
External FlashHot Shoe
Sensor Size17.3 x 13.0 mm (Four Thirds)
ISO SensitivityISO 200-25600 (expandable to ISO 100-25600)
AutofocusContrast Detect
Shutter Speed1/8000 - 60 sec
Continuous Shooting Speed12 fps
Video Recording4K (3840 x 2160) at 30p/24p, Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 60p/30p/24p
ViewfinderElectronic, 2, 359, 000 dots
LCD Monitor3.0-inch, 1, 036, 000 dots, articulating touchscreen
ConnectivityWi-Fi, HDMI, USB 2.0
BatteryLithium-ion Battery Pack
Battery LifeApproximately 500 shots
Storage MediaSD/SDHC/SDXC

Summary

Quick Start Guide

2. Getting Started/Basic Operations

Charging the Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to charge the camera battery using the dedicated charger.

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

Instructions on how to properly insert and remove memory cards from the camera.

Shutter button (Taking pictures)

Details the two-step process of using the shutter button to focus and take a picture.

Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode)

Explains how to use the mode dial to select various recording modes for shooting.

3. Easy Recording

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Guides users on how to take pictures using the camera's automatic scene detection mode.

Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function

Details how to use the touch screen for focusing, shooting, and adjusting settings.

4. Focus and Shutter (Drive Mode) Settings

Taking Pictures with Auto Focus

Explains how to use the camera's auto focus system for sharp and accurate shots.

Selecting the Focus Mode (AFS/AFF/AFC)

Describes the different auto focus modes for various shooting scenarios.

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus

Guides users on how to manually adjust focus for precise control over depth of field.

Select a Drive Mode

Explains how to select drive modes like Single, Burst, Self-timer, etc.

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

Details how to capture a sequence of photos rapidly by holding the shutter button.

5. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings

6. Recording Suited for the Subject and Scene

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed

Guides on setting aperture or shutter speed manually for creative control over exposure.

Manual Exposure Mode

Explains how to manually control both aperture and shutter speed for complete exposure determination.

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

Explains how to lock focus and exposure on a subject for precise composition.

7. Flash

Taking pictures by using the flash

Covers the basic process of opening the built-in flash for photography.

8. Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Motion Picture

Basic steps to start and stop recording motion pictures using the dedicated button.

Setting the format, size and recording frame rate

Guides on selecting video file formats, resolution, and frame rates for recording.

Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode)

Details how to manually control exposure settings like aperture and shutter speed for video.

9. Playing Back and Editing Images

10. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function

Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet

Explains how to control the camera and save images remotely using a smartphone app.

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet

Step-by-step guide for establishing a wireless connection with smartphones or tablets.

11. Customizing the Camera’s Settings

13. Others

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera problems and error messages.

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