Panasonic Camera Lumix Dmc G5 Owners Manual

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∫In playback
1 Playback Mode (P177)
2 : Motion picture playback  (P61)/
: Continuously Burst Picture Group 
Playback  (P173)
3 Protected picture  (P188)
4 Number of prints  (P186)
5 Picture size (P149)
: Recording mode (when recording motion 
pictures)  (P159)/Recording quality  (P160)
6 Quality  (P150)
7 Battery indication  (P22)
8 Picture number/Total pictures
9 Number of pictures in burst/
Motion picture recording time  (P61):
¢1
10 Playback (Motion Picture, Burst Pictures)  (P61, 173)11 Multi Playback  (P57)
12 Delete  (P63)
13 Recording information
¢ 2
: Intelligent Dynamic Range Control (P152)
:  HDR  (P151)
: Intelligent Resolution  (P154)
: [Shading Comp.]  (P155)
14 Age  (P158)
15 Burst Picture Group Display (P173)
16 Name
¢ 3 (P144 , 158) /Location¢3 (P71) /Title¢3 
(P178)
17 Number of days that have passed since the 
departure date (P71)
18 Currently retrieving information icon  (P220)
19 Stamped with text indication  (P179)
Elapsed playback time  (P61):
¢1
20 Favorites  (P185)
Cable disconnection warning icon  (P202)
21 Folder/File number
¢ 2 (P199)
22 Color space¢ 4 (P157)
23 Recorded date and time/World Time  (P70)
24 Histogram  (P60)
¢1 “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and 
“s” for second.
¢ 2 This is not displayed for motion pictures recorded 
in [AVCHD].
¢ 3 It is displayed in order of [Title], [Location], [Name] 
([Baby1]/[Baby2], [Pet]), [Name] ([Face Recog.]).
¢ 4 This is not displayed for motion pictures recorded 
in [AVCHD]/[MP4].
Detailed information display
Histogram display
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Cautions for Use
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the 
pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by 
speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by mi croprocessors may adversely affect this unit, 
disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn 
this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (optional). Then reinsert the battery or 
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-vol tage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may 
be adversely affected.
Always use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the 
cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
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If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
•Do not keep rubber or plastic products in cont act with the camera for a long period of time.
Optimal use of the camera 
						

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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or 
disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth.
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When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and 
then with a dry cloth.
•Wipe off any dirt or dust on the zoom ring and the focus ring with a dry, dustless cloth.•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, 
since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
•When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions.
∫About dirt on the image sensor
This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera body 
when changing lenses. Depending on the recordi ng conditions, dirt on the image sensor may 
appear on the recorded picture.
To prevent debris or dust adhering to internal parts of the body, avoid changing the lens in a 
dusty environment and always fit the body cap or  a lens when storing the camera. Remove any 
dirt on the body cap before attaching it.
Removing dirt on the image sensor
The image sensor is very precise and delicate, so be sure to observe the following when you do 
have to clean it yourself.
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Blow off the dust on the surface of the image sensor with a commercially available blower brush. Be 
careful not to blow too strongly.
•Do not put the blower brush further inside than the lens mount.•Do not let the blower brush touch the image sensor as the image sensor may get scratched.
•Do not use any objects except a blower brush to clean the image sensor.•If you cannot remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or your nearest Service 
Center.
∫ For care of the eye cup on the viewfinder
•As the eye cup cannot be removed, gently wipe it with a dry and soft cloth, and be careful not to 
remove it.
•If you wipe the eye cup too hard and it is removed, consult the dealer or your nearest Service 
Center.
Cleaning
Dust reduction function
This unit has a dust reduction function that will  blow off the debris and dust that have affixed 
to the front of the imaging device. This function will function automatically when the camera 
is turned on, but if you see dus t, perform the [Sensor Cleaning]  (P77) in the [Setup] menu. 
						

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•Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD monitor 
and it may malfunction.
•If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder will be slightly 
darker than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal 
temperature of the camera increases.
•Do not press the lens with excessive force.•Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to 
malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
•When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may be 
affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures.
•Do not place the lens mount facing downwards. Do not allow the lens mount 
contacts 1 to become dirty.
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes 
from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the 
surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the 
operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Always remove the battery after use.
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Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and stor e or keep away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the 
terminals are damaged.
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Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera.
Bring charged spare batteries when going out.
•Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature conditions such 
as at a ski resort.
•When you travel, do not forget to bring the battery charger (supplied) so that you can charge the 
battery in the country that you are traveling in.
About the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor/Viewfinder 
screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. 
This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor/Viewfinder screen has more than 99.99% 
effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be 
recorded on pictures on a card.
About the Lens
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Dispose of unusable battery.
•The battery has a limited life.•Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.
Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
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This can cause short-circuiting or heat generation and you may be badly burned if you touch a 
battery.
•The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave. 
This phenomenon has no effects on charging.
•If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed.•Keep the charger 1 m (3.29 feet) or more away from radio.
•The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction.•After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply  device from the electrical outlet. (A very small 
amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.)
•Keep the terminals of the charger and battery clean.
∫ About 3D recording
With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the 
minimum focus distance.
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The 3D effects may be more pronounced, an d therefore cause tiredness or discomfort.•When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) is used, the minimum focus distance is 0.6 m 
(1.97 feet).
When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens attached, be careful not to shake the 
unit.
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Tiredness or discomfort may result if the shake is pronounced, due to riding in a vehicle or walking 
etc.
•We recommend using a tripod.
∫About 3D viewing
Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell 
should avoid viewing 3D pictures.
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Doing may have an adverse affect on such medical conditions.
If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop 
viewing at once.
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Continuing to view may cause illness.•Please rest appropriately after stopping the viewing.
When viewing 3D pictures, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.
•Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue.
Charger
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Short-sighted or long-sighted persons, those with differences in the sight of their right 
and left eyes, and those with astigmatism are advised to correct their vision by wearing 
glasses etc.
Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double image while viewing 3D pictures.
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There are differences in the way that different people experience 3D pictures. Please correct your 
sight appropriately before viewing 3D pictures.
•You can change the 3D setting of your television or 3D output setting of the unit to 2D.
Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or 
static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not bend or drop the card.
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The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted.•Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card.
•Do not allow dirt, dust, or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the 
terminals with your fingers.
Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card
•“Format” or “delete” using the camera or a PC will only modify the file management information, it 
will not erase the data in the memory card completely.
It is recommended to physically destroy the memory card or use the commercially available 
computer data deletion software to completely erase the data in the memory card before transferring 
to another party or disposing.
Management of data in the memory card is the responsibility of the user.
If a name or birthday is set for [Profile Setup]/Face Recognition function, this personal 
information is kept in the camera and recorded in the image.
Disclaimer
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Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, 
effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from 
the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
When requesting a repair, transferring to another party, or disposing.
•Reset the settings to protect the personal information.  (P76)
•Remove the memory card from the camera when requesting a repair.•Settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired.•Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or your nearest Service Center if above 
operations are not possible due to malfunction.
When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card, please refer to 
“Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card” above.
Card
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•Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
•Always remove the battery and the card from the camera.•If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it  will discharge even if the camera is turned off. If the 
battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
•When storing the battery for a long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove 
the battery from the camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
•We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a 
cabinet.
•Check all the parts before taking pictures when you have not used the camera for a long 
period of time.
•Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. 
Panasonic will not be liable for any damage  caused due to loss of recorded data.
•When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
•You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.•Make sure that the screw on the tripod or unipod is  not at an angle when attaching or detaching the 
camera. You may damage the screw on the camera if you use excessive force when turning it. Also, 
the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratched if the camera is attached too 
tightly to the tripod or unipod.
•When using this unit with a large-diameter lens, the lens may come into contact with the pedestal 
depending on the tripod/unipod. Tightening the screw with the lens and pedestal in contact with each 
other may damage this unit or the lens. Therefore it is recommended to attach the tripod adaptor 
(DMW-TA1: optional) before mounting on the tripod/unipod.
•Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully.
•If you attach a heavy interchangeable lens (more than about 1 k g/35.3 oz) to the camera body, do 
not carry the camera by the shoulder strap. Hold the camera and the lens when carrying them.
When not using the camera for a long period of time
About the picture data
About tripods or unipods
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Message Display
Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases.
The major messages are described below as examples.
[This picture is protected]
>Delete the picture after canceling the protect setting.  (P188)
[This picture cannot be deleted]/[Some pictures cannot be deleted]
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This feature can only be used with pictures that comply with the DCF standard.
> If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.  
(P77)
[Cannot be set on this picture]
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[Title Edit], [Text Stamp] or [Print Set] cannot  be set for pictures not based on the DCF standard.
[Memory Card Error 
Format this card?]
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It is a format that cannot be used with this unit.
> Insert a different card.
> Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc.  (P77) Data will 
be deleted.
[Lens not found, or shoot w/o lens in Custom menu is set to off.]
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When using a Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R: optional), set [Shoot w/o 
Lens]  (P172)  to [ON] in the custom menu.
[The lens is not attached properly. Do not push lens release button while lens is 
attached.]
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Detach the lens once, and then attach it again without pressing the lens release button.  (P17) Turn 
this unit on again, and if it is still displaying, contact the dealer.
[Lens attachment failed. Please check connection for dirt.]
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Detach the lens from the camera body and gently wipe the contacts on the lens and the camera 
body using a dry cotton swab. Attach the lens, turn this unit on again, and if it is still displaying, 
contact the dealer.
[Lens not detected. Please turn camera on again.]
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This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand 
etc. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service 
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[Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be 
used]
>Use a card compatible with this unit.  (P27)
•SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)•SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)•SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)
[Insert SD card again]/[Try another card]
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An error has occurred accessing the card.
> Insert the card again.
> Insert a different card.
[Read Error/Write Error 
Please check the card]
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It has failed to read or write data.
> Remove the card after turning this unit off. Insert the card again, turn this unit on, and try to 
read or write the data again.
•The card may be broken.
> Insert a different card.
[Cannot record due to incompatible format(NTSC/PAL) data on this card.]
>If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.  
(P77)
> Insert a different card.
[Motion recording was cancelled due to the limitation of the writing speed of the card]
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Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures.•In the event that it stops even after using a “Class 4” card or higher, the data writing speed has 
deteriorated so it is recommended to make a backup and then format  (P77).
•Depending on the type of the card, motion picture recording may stop in the middle.
[A folder cannot be created]
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A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used.
> Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.  (P77) If you execute [No.Reset] in the 
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[Picture is displayed for 16:9 TV]/[Picture is displayed for 4:3 TV]
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Select [TV Aspect] in the [Setup] menu if you want to change the TV aspect. (P74)•This message also appears when the USB connection cable is connected to the camera only.
In this case, connect the other end of the USB connection cable to a PC or a printer. (P198, 202)
[Editing operation cannot proceed as information processing is ongoing.]
When a card with pictures deleted or file  names changed using a PC or other device is 
inserted into this unit, it will automatically retrieve new information and reconstruct the burst 
groups. The currently retrieving information icon [ ] may be displayed in the playback 
screen for long period of time when there are many image files, and deletion or [Playback] 
menu cannot be used during this time.
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If you turn this unit off while information is being retrieved, the pictures for which information was 
retrieved up to that point will be saved as a burs t group. When you switch on again, the information 
retrieval will restart from the same point.
[This battery cannot be used]
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Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message  is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic 
battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center.
•If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.