DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Basic Owner’s Manual Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No. DMC-G6K/DMC-G6 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 CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 2 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 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.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 3 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 ∫ Product identification marking 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.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 4 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu. Press 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.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 5 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 ∫ About the battery charger CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated. Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 6 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 Contents Information for Your Safety................. 2 Preparation Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) ......................................... 7 Care of the camera .............................. 8 Standard Accessories ......................... 9 Names and Functions of Components ........................................11 Preparation ......................................... 14 • Changing the Lens ........................
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows 1 2 3 Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied). Select the desired language and then click [Owner’s Manual] to install.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 8 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you: – Drop or hit the camera. – Press hard on the lens or the monitor. This camera is not dust/drip/water proof. Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 9 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of April 2013. These may be subject to change. Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in this owner’s manual.
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DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 11 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Sensor Flash Lens fitting mark Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button [MIC] socket 1 2 3 ヮリヤ 4 9 [LVF] button/[Fn5] button 10 Flash open button • The flash opens, and recording with the flash 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 becomes possible. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Viewfinder Eye Cup Eye sensor [Q.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 12 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation 25 Focus distance reference mark 26 Speaker • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 27 Stereo microphone • Be careful not to cover the microphone with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to record.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation ∫ Lens 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Lens surface Tele Wide Contact point Lens fitting mark Focus ring Zoom ring H-FS1442A 1 267 3 4 5 Touch screen Touch panel of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. ∫ Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Use for selecting items or icons. • When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to Fn6 AE touch the center of the desired icon.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 14 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off. Changing the Lens • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Attaching the lens • Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens. ∫ Detaching the lens 1 2 Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button B, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 15 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Charging the Battery The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12PP. 1 2 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • The [CHARGE] indicator A lights up and charging begins. 90° ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Inserting/Removing the Battery • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality 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.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 17 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Formatting the card (initialization) 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. Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Using the Viewfinder ∫ About the eye sensor automatic switching When [LVF/Monitor Auto] of [Eye Sensor] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and your eye or an object is brought close to the viewfinder, the display automatically switches to the viewfinder display. A [LVF/Fn5] button B Eye sensor ロヷョ ∫ Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder manually Press [LVF].
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 19 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Setting the Menu Setting menu items 1 Press [MENU/SET]. • The top menu screen is displayed. 2 Touch the menu icon. 3 Touch the menu item. 4 Touch the Setting to set. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. ∫ Close the menu Touch [ ] or press the shutter button halfway. ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Preparation Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. [Q.MENU]/[Fn1] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] or as [Fn1] (function 1). At the time of purchase, it is initially set to [Q.MENU]. 1 Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 21 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Basic Taking a Still picture • Set the drive mode to [ 1 2 ] (single) by pressing 4( ). Select the Recording Mode. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 22 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Basic Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures 1 2 Press [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 23 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. To delete a single picture 1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and touch [ ]. 1/98 • The same operation can be performed by pressing [ 2 ]. Touch [Delete Single]. 'HOHWH 6LQJOH • Confirmation screen is displayed. 'HOHWH 0XOWL Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 24 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Recording Selecting the Recording Mode ∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dial Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A. ∫ To select Intelligent Auto Mode Press [¦]. • [¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode. • The Recording Mode selected by the mode dial is disabled while the [¦] button is lit.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 25 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Recording Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them. 1 Press [¦]. • The camera will switch to either the most recently used of Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 26 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Recording Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) Recording Mode: This mode enables you to change the brightness and color tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera in Intelligent Auto Mode. 1 2 3 Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode. Touch [iA MODE]. Select [ ] and then touch [Set]. Setting brightness 1 Touch [ ].
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 27 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Recording Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording Mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Check the recording direction, and then touch [Start]. • A horizontal/vertical guide is displayed. 3 4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 28 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Wi-Fi/NFC What you can do with the Wi-FiR function What you can do Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Recording with a smartphone. Saving images stored in the camera. Sending images to an SNS. Easy connection, easy transfer A connection can be easily established by pressing and holding [Wi-Fi] or by using the NFC function. You can also transfer images easily.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 29 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Wi-Fi/NFC Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For AndroidTM apps ¢ OS Installation procedure For iOS apps Android 2.2~Android 4.2 iOS 4.3~iOS 6.1 1 1 2 3 4 Connect your Android device to a network. Select “Google PlayTM Store”. Enter “Panasonic Image App ” into the search box.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 30 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Wi-Fi/NFC 2 Operate the smartphone/tablet. 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit, and then enter the password. 3 Start “Image App”. (P29) • When the connection is complete, live images being captured by the camera are displayed on the smartphone/tablet.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 31 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Wi-Fi/NFC Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) 1 2 Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P29) Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Motion pictures can also be recorded. • Some settings are not available. • When this unit is in Panorama Shot Mode, remote recording cannot be performed. • The screen differs depending on the operating system.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 32 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 About the supplied software About the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8) This software allows you to manage images. For example, you can send pictures and motion pictures to a PC and sort them by recording date or model name.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 33 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 About the supplied software ∫ Installing supplied software • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. 1 Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 34 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Menu list [Rec] This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the pictures you are recording. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 35 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [Electronic Shutter] The shutter sound can be turned off for recording in a quiet environment. [Flash] Sets the manner in which the flash works. [Red-Eye Removal] Automatically detects red-eye caused by the flash and corrects the image data accordingly. [ISO Limit Set] When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or [ ], an optimal ISO sensitivity is set with the selected value as an upper limit.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 36 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [Motion Picture] This menu lets you set the [Rec Format], [Rec Quality], and other aspects for motion picture recording. • [Photo Style], [Focus Mode], [Metering Mode], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu. Changing these settings in one of these menus is reflected in other menu. – For details, refer to the explanation for the corresponding setting in the [Rec] menu.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 37 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [AF/AE Lock Hold] This will set the operation of [AF/AE LOCK] button when taking a picture with fixed focus or exposure. [Shutter AF] Set whether or not the focus is adjusted automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway. [Quick AF] Speeds up the focusing that takes place when you press the shutter button. [Eye Sensor AF] The camera automatically adjusts the focus when the eye sensor is active.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 38 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [Rec Area] This changes the angle of view during motion picture recording and still picture recording. [Remaining Disp.] This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [Auto Review] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [Fn Button Set] You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons or icons.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 39 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [Travel Date] Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. [Wi-Fi] Configure the each setting for Wi-Fi functions. [Beep] Set the volume for electronic noises and the electronic shutter noise. [Speaker Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. [Monitor Display]/ [Viewfinder] Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is adjusted.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 40 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others [Playback] This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures. [2D/3D Settings] Switches the playback method for 3D images. [Slide Show] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order. [Playback Mode] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only particular images.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 41 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera Body (DMC-G6): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.8 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used] 2.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 42 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Minimum Illumination Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used] Shutter speed B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 60 seconds to 1/4000th of a second Taking still pictures during motion picture recording: Motion picture priorities: 1/25th of a second to 1/16000th of a second Still picture priorities: B (Bulb) (Max. approx.
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DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 44 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Dimensions Approx. 122.5 mm (W)k84.6 mm (H)k71.4 mm (D) [4.82q (W)k3.33q(H)k2.81q (D)] (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (weight) Approx. 390 g/0.86 lb [with the card and battery] Approx. 340 g/0.75 lb (camera body) Approx. 500 g/1.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 45 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Interchangeable Lens H-FS1442A “LUMIX G VARIO 14 –42 mm/F3.5– 5.6 II ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value F22 Lens construction 9 elements in 8 groups (2 aspherical lenses) Nano surface coating None In focus distance 0.2 m (0.
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DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 47 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price $6.95 Shipping & Handling Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Total 3.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 48 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 49 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us.panasonic.com Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/repair.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 50 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 51 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 Others This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, and/or (3) open source software The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
DMC-G6K&G6P-VQT4Z59_eng.book 52 ページ ２０１３年４月２４日 水曜日 午前１１時２２分 • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. • The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
