Panasonic Camera Lumix Dmc Gh4 Owners Manual

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and 
save this manual for future use.
More detailed instructions on the operation 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/Body
Model No. DMC-GH4
VQT5H68
F0314WT0
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market 
today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on 
the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera 
information source.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items,...

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∫Product identification marking
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
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...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.Certification and Compliance
See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device.
1Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.
2Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.3Press 3/
4 to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET].
Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other 
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment...

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∫About the battery pack
•
Do not heat or expose to flame.
•Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
∫ About the battery charger
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...

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•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic 
USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
•Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D – Type A plug, up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long)
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).•Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional).•Do not use the synchro...

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•Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC12: 
optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. 
•Do not press the monitor with excessive force.•Do not press the lens with excessive force.•Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.•Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean 
the camera,...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety ................. 2• Cautions for Use .............................. 6
Preparation
Care of this Camera ............................ 10
Standard Accessories ........................ 11
Names and Functions of Components ....... 12About the Lens ................................... 14
Cards Compatible with this unit ........ 15
Preparation .......................................... 16• Attaching the Shoulder Strap ......... 16
• Charging the Battery...

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Taking Pictures with No Shutter Sound 
([Electronic Shutter]) ................................. 56
Taking pictures by using the flash ... 57• Changing Flash Mode ................... 57
Motion Picture
Recording Motion Picture ................. 58• Recording motion pictures in 4K ... 59
• Setting the format, size and 
recording frame rate ...................... 59
• How to set focus when recording a motion picture ([Continuous AF]) ......62
Recording motion pictures with 
manually set...

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Preparation
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Care of this Camera
To avoid damaging your camera and to experience the maximum enjoyment you 
should exercise the following precautions.
•
The lens, monitor and the camera body can sustain damage if the camera body is dropped or 
subjected to excessive temperature, moisture, water or dust.
•The monitor can be damaged if excessive pressure is applied to the screen surface, during 
actual use or while cleaning.
∫Splash Proof
Splash Proof is a term used to describe an extra...