Panasonic DMC-G1W User manual

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DMC-G1 Specifications
*Shooting conditions: 23°C with 50% humidity; LCD on**; Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (512MB); Using the supplied battery; Using the supplied lens; Starting
recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on (When the optical image stabilizer is set to [Mode1]); Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second
recording; Turning the camera off every 10 recordings.
**The number of recordable pictures decreases in Auto Power LCD mode or Power LCD mode. CIPA is an abbreviation of "Camera & Imaging Products Association".
•PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer- 2.1E: Requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP or Vista®. •SILKYPIX® Developer Studio 3.0 SE: Requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP
or Vista® (Only a systems administrator with authority can install software on a Windows® XP or 2000), or Apple® Mac OS® X v10.2 or later (Version 10.3 or later is
recommended). •Overall length of lens is from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount. •Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. •Design, functions,
and specifications are subject to change without notice. •Some sample images are simulated. •Some accessories are not available in some countries. •Availability
of colors and OSD languages may vary depending on the sales area. •The use of recorded or printed materials that are protected by copyright for any purpose other
than personal enjoyment is prohibited, as it would infringe upon the rights of the copyright holder. •Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or
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in the United States and/or other countries. •Other names of systems and products mentioned in this brochure are generally the registered trademarks or trademarks of
the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. •Some functions may not work when lenses other than the included lens are used. Please refer to
Panasonic's website etc., for the latest information.
LUMIX G Lens Specifications
LUMIX G VARIO 14-45mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.
Lens Construction 12 elements in 9 groups (1 Aspherical lens)
Mount Micro Four Thirds mount
Optical Image Stabilizer YES
Focal Length f=14 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent
28 mm to 90 mm)
Aperture Type 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Aperture F3.5 (Wide) - F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture F22
Closest Focusing Distance 0.30 m at all focal lengths
Maximum magnification Approx. 0.17x / 0.34x (35 mm film camera equivalent)
Diagonal Angle of View 75° (W)~27° (T)
Filter Size Ø52 mm / 2.05 in
Max. Diameter Ø60 mm / 2.36 in
Overall Length Approx. 60mm / 2.36 in (from the tip of the lens to
the base side of the lens mount)
Weight Approx. 195 g / 6.88 oz
Standard Accessory Lens Cap, Lens Hood, Lens Rear Cap, Lens Storage Bag
LUMIX G VARIO 45-200mm / F4.0-5.6 / MEGA O.I.S.
Lens Construction 16 elements in 13 groups
Mount Micro Four Thirds mount
Optical Image Stabilizer YES
Focal Length f=45 mm to 200 mm (35mm film camera equivalent
90 mm to 400 mm)
Aperture Type 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Aperture F4.0 (Wide) - F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture F22
Closest Focusing Distance 1.0 m at all focal lengths
Maximum magnification Approx. 0.19x / 0.38x (35 mm film camera equivalent)
Diagonal Angle of View 27° (W)~6.2° (T)
Filter Size Ø52 mm / 2.05 in
Max. Diameter Ø70 mm / 2.75 in
Overall Length Approx. 100mm / 3.93 in (from the tip of the lens to
the base side of the lens mount)
Weight Approx. 380 g / 13.4 oz
Standard Accessory Lens Cap, Lens Hood, Lens Rear Cap, Lens Storage Bag
SHUTTER
SYSTEM
Type Focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed
1/4000 ~ 60 and Bulb (up to approx. 4 minutes)
Self timer 2sec / 10sec / 10sec, 3 images
Remote control Remote control with bulb function by
DMW-RSL1 (Optional)
SCENE MODE Advanced SCN mode
Portrait (Normal/Soft Skin/Outdoor/
Indoor/Creative) / Scenery (Normal/
Nature/Architecture/Creative) / Sports
(Normal/Outdoor/Indoor/Creative)
/ Close-up (Flower/Food/Objects/
Creative) / Night Portrait (Night Portrait/
Night Scenery/Illuminations/Creative)
SCN mode Sunset / Party / Baby 1, 2 / Pet
BURST
SHOOTING
Burst speed 3 frames/sec (High speed) or
2 frames/sec (Low speed)
Number of recordable
7 pictures (when there are RAW file
with the particular speed), Unlimited
consecutive shooting (when there are
no RAW file)(depending on memory
card size, battery power, picture size,
and compression)
BUILT-IN-
FLASH
Type
TTL Built-in-Flash, GN11 equivalent
(ISO100.m), Built-in Pop-up
Built-in flash
Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced
On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction,
Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye
Reduction, Forced Off
X-Sync speed Less than 1/160 second
Flash output adjustment 1/3EV Step ±2EV
Flash synchronization 1st. Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync.
Hot shoe
TTL Auto with FL220/FL360/FL500 (Optional)
LCD MONITOR
Type
Low temperature Polycrystalline TFT LCD
Monitor size Free-angle 3.0inch / 3:2 Aspect / Wide
viewing angle
Pixels 460K dots
Field of view Approx. 100%
LIVE VIEW
Digital zoom 2x, 4x
Extra optical zoom
Max.2x (Not effective with full pixel
recording. Magnification ratio depends
on the recording pixels.)
Other functions Guide Lines (3 patterns),
Real-time Histogram
FILM MODE
Color
Standard / Dynamic / Nature / Smooth /
Vibrant / Nostalgic
Black and white Standard / Dynamic / Smooth
Others My Film 1 / My Film 2 / Multi Film
PLAYBACK Playback mode
Single / 12, 30-thumbnail display,
Calendar display, Highlight Display,
Zoomed playback (16x max.), /image
rotation (except for RAW) Slide show
(duration is adjustable, also manual
controllable), Playback of favorite
pictures / Resizing (selectable number
of pixels) Trimming / Protection /
Aspect conversion / DPOF print setting
PROTECTION /
ERASE
Protection Single / Multi or Cancel
Erase Single / Multi / All / Except FAVORITE
DIRECT PRINT Print PictBridge (Print size, Layout, Date
setting is selectable)
INTERFACE
Digital USB 2.0 High Speed
Digital video MiniHDMI TypeC (1.3b corresponding)
Analog video
NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu)
*Check the website of the Panasonic sales
company in your country or region for details on
the products that are available in your market.
OSD LANGUAGE OSD language
English, German, French, Italian,
Spanish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian,
Russian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese
(Simplified), Dutch, Thai, Korean,
Turkish, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian,
Japanese, Finnish, Danish, Swedish
POWER
Battery
Li-ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1250 mAh)
(Included)
Battery Charger/AC Adaptor (Input:
110-240V AC) (Optional DC cable
(DMW-DCC3) is required)
Battery life
CIPA Standard : Approx. 330 images(LCD)
LVF : Approx. 350 images with LUMIX G
VARIO 14-45mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.
DIMENSIONS /
WEIGHT
Dimensions (W x H x D) 124 x 83.6 x 45.2 mm
Weight Approx. 385g (Body only)
OPERATING
CONDITIONS
Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C
Operating humidity 10% to 80%
STANDARD
ACCESSORIES
Software
PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer- 2.1 E, SILKYPIX®
Developer Studio 3.0 SE, USB Driver
Standard accessory
Battery Charger/AC Adaptor, Battery Pack,
Body Cap, Video Cable, USB Connection
Cable, AC Cable, Shoulder Strap, CD-ROM
TYPE
Type Digital interchangeable lens system
camera
Recording media
SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
Multimedia card
Image sensor size 17.3 x 13.0 mm
Mount Micro Four Thirds mount
IMAGE SENSOR
Type Live MOS Sensor
Total pixels 13.1 Megapixels
Camera effective pixels 12.1 Megapixels
Aspect ratio 4:3 (Horizontal : Vertical)
Color filter Primary color filter
Dust reduction system Supersonic wave filter
RECORDING
SYSTEM
Recording file format
JPEG(Design rule for Camera File
System, based on Exif 2.21 standard),
RAW, DPOF corresponding
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
File size
4:3 Aspect Ratio: 4000 x 3000 pixels,
2816 x 2112 pixels, 2048 x 1536 pixels
3:2 Aspect Ratio: 4000 x 2672 pixels,
2816 x 1880 pixels, 2048 x 1360 pixels
16:9 Aspect Ratio: 4000 x 2248 pixels,
2816 x 1584 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Image quality RAW, RAW+Fine, RAW+Standard,
Fine, Standard
Color space sRGB, Adobe RGB
VIEWFINDER
Type Live View Finder
(1,440,000 dots equivalent)
Field of view Approx. 100%
Magnification
Approx. 1.4x / 0.7x (35mm film camera
equivalent) with 50mm lens at infinity;
-1.0 m-1
Eye point Approx.17.5 mm
Diopter adjustment -4.0 ~ +4.0 [m-1]
AUTO FOCUS
Type Contrast AF system
Focusing mode AFs/AFc/MF
AF mode
Face detection / AF Tracking / 23-area-
focusing / 1-area-focusing
AF detective range EV 0-18 (F3.5 lens, ISO 100)
AF assist lamp YES
AF lock AF/AE LOCK button or Shutter button
halfway pressed in AFs mode
EXPOSURE
CONTROL
Light metering system 144-zone multi-pattern sensing
system
Light metering mode Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted
/ Spot
Metering range EV 0-18 (F2.0 lens, ISO 100)
Exposure mode Program AE, Aperture Priority AE,
Shutter Priority AE, Manual
ISO sensitivity
Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
/ Intelligent ISO
Exposure compensation 1/3EV Step ±3EV
AE lock AF/AE LOCK button or Shutter button
halfway pressed
AE bracket
3, 5, 7 frame, in 1/3 or 2/3 EV Step, ±2 EV
WHITE
BALANCE
White balance
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade /
Halogen / Flash / White Set 1,2 / Color
temperature setting
White balance
adjustment Blue/amber bias, Magenta/green bias
Color temperature
setting 2500-10000K in 100K
White balance bracket
3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in
magenta/green axis
Actual Size
LOCAL DEALER
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LUMIX G VARIO 14-45mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S. 1/250 sec, F5.4, ISO 100
Ultra-Compact
Digital Interchangeable Lens Camera
The LUMIX G1 is as easy to use as a compact digital camera,
with the stunning photo quality of a digital SLR camera.
It's a new-generation digital interchangeable lens camera that does away with
the mirror box and complies with the new Micro Four Thirds System standard.
It also features Full-time Live View for compact digital camera shooting ease,
and iA (Intelligent Auto) mode for beautiful photos with point-and-shoot simplicity.
The G1 is a camera you'll love from day one.
It's easy to take with you. It makes every day a new opportunity for discovery.
It lets you capture the emotion behind the moment.
It gives you the freedom to express yourself visually.
And most of all, it makes photography more fun than you've ever imagined.
The G1 will forever change the way you see the world around you,
and the role that photography plays in your life.
Lumix DMC-G1
is awarded 2008 Photokina Star
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270°
180°
NEW WAY Full-Time Live View Lets You Take It Easy
Full-time Live View shows you - before you shoot
- how the settings change the photo
Live View Finder – an electronic viewfinder
complete with Full-time Live View
You've never looked into
a viewfinder like this one.
Developed by Panasonic for
the G1, this high-performance
electronic viewfinder boasts a
Full-time Live View function that
converts the optical viewfinder
unit into a digital form. You
experience a new level of
shooting convenience through
the high-performance viewfinder
that is simply not possible with
optical viewfinders of the past.
Eye Sensor: Live View Finder switches on when
you look into it
When you look into viewfinder, a sensor
automatically turns the Live View Finder
on and the LCD off. You enjoy smoother,
easier shooting without having to switch
the setting of the display.
The G1's Full-time Live View is
revolutionary. It lets you see in the
LCD how adjusting the exposure,
white balance, aperture and even
the shutter speed will affect the
photo. This kind of super-easy live
view shooting has never before been
possible with a digital SLR camera.
Shutter speed effect
In Preview mode, you can even see how adjusting the shutter
speed settings will affect the photo.
Shots around obstacles or barriers,
where an ordinary viewfinder just
won't work
Tripod shots without having to
crouch
Low angle shots near ground level
High angle shots over a crowd
Aperture effect
In Preview mode, you can display a preview of the image to check
the depth of field before you shoot.
100% field of view with high resolution
The G1's Live View Finder has the large 1.4x (0.7x*) magnification
and 100% field of view of the optical viewfinders on high-end
digital SLR cameras. This, plus the 1,440,000-dot equivalent
resolution, makes it easy to shoot the exact image the camera
sees. *35 mm equivalent.
100% field of view
Freely customizable information display
Customize the camera to fit your preference by changing the
display style or switching to a full-screen display. The G1 also
features the Quick Menu that's popular on LUMIX compact digital
cameras, so you can make a variety of settings without taking
your eye from the Live View Finder.
3.0-inch free-angle LCD with high 460,000-dot
resolution
The large 3.0-inch LCD rotates 180º
horizontally and 270º vertically,
making it easy for you to capture
dynamic shots from extreme angles
without getting into an awkward
position. And when the lighting
around you changes, the LCD
backlighting level automatically
changes too, so you get comfortable, easy-on-the-eyes viewing at all
times.
Shoot any way you want to shoot. High angle,
low angle, side angle – it's easy with the G1.
Quick menu displayFull-screen display
Viewfinder styleLCD monitor style
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MEGA O.I.S. OFF MEGA O.I.S. ON
Normal ISO Auto Intelligent ISO Control
Face Detection AF/AE Intelligent Exposure
NEW WAY iA Mode Helps You Get Beautiful Shots Anytime, Anyplace
iA mode can make all the
right settings – automatically
If you've resisted buying a digital SLR
camera because you think they're
hard to use, your wait is over. Meet
the G1, with iA (Intelligent Auto) mode. This mode activates six
detection and compensation functions that work automatically,
leaving you free to just aim and shoot. It's easier to get a beautiful
shot anytime, anyplace.
Contrast AF helps make Full-time Live View
even more effective
The G1 not only gives you the advantages of Full-time Live View,
it also adds contrast AF for even easier, more accurate focusing.
These technologies make possible a variety of convenient functions
- such as Face Detection AF and AF Tracking - that digital SLR
cameras with phase difference AF systems cannot offer.
Face detection - Face Detection AF/AE
The camera detects when there are faces in the frame and adjusts
the focus and exposure to capture them properly. This allows you
to shoot beautiful portraits without any hassle.
Shake detection - MEGA O.I.S.
Gyrosensors built into the lens detect hand-shake and an O.I.S.
shifts to compensate. Assisting you in getting those clear,
beautiful, blur-free photos.
Motion detection - Intelligent ISO Control
If the subject moves as you snap the shot, the camera
automatically adjusts the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to help
prevent subject blur.
Scene detection - Intelligent Scene Selector
The camera automatically selects whichever of five Scene modes
– Portrait, Night Portrait, Scenery, Night Scenery, and Close-up –
best suits the situation.
Subject detection - AF Tracking
Once you've focused on a subject, AF Tracking keeps the subject
in focus – even if it moves – until you press the shutter button.
* For use in iA mode, AF Tracking must be selected in advance.
Light detection - Intelligent Exposure
The camera can correct the brightness in parts of the image that
are too dark due to insufficient lighting, backlighting or use of the
flash.
Digital Red-Eye Correction
The red-eye correction in the built-in flash and the camera's
image processing circuit work together to reduce red-eye
when you're using the flash to take shots of people.
Versatile 1-area auto focus for finer focusing precision
When using 1-area AF mode, you can
move the auto-focusing area in the
frame. You can also change the size of
focus area to Spot, Normal, L, or XL to
fine-tune the focusing in complicated
shooting compositions.
23 AF areas cover more of the frame
The auto focus system is keyed
to 23 areas all around the frame,
automatically assuring the optimal AF
operation for any scene you're shooting.
*This is a simulated image. All 23 AF areas are not
simultaneously displayed in fact.
Quick AF: Focusing starts as soon as you aim the
camera
The camera begins focusing the instant it determines you're in
a shooting stance. This system focuses quicker than the usual
method of pressing the shutter button halfway, so you're ready
sooner to capture the moment.
Auto Backlight Compensation
When set to iA mode, the auto backlight compensation
function activates whenever the camera detects that
the light source is behind the subject. It gives you
pictures with a wide dynamic range even in high contrast
situations.
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Correction occurs only
when you press the
shutter release button,
providing a greater
corrective effect.
Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3
Image is continually
corrected, so you can
see the image clearly
on the Live View finder
or the LCD.
Continually corrects
for up/down camera
movement; ideal for
panning action shots.
For the lenses distortion compensation available, the horizontal axis of MTF is the distance from the center,
which is compensated accordingly.
For the lenses distortion compensation available, the horizontal axis of MTF is the distance from the center,
which is compensated accordingly.
•Four Thirds™ and Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other countries.
NEW QUALITY Micro Four Thirds: Exquisite Beauty in a Smaller Package
The open standard that led to the
mirror-less body
Four Thirds adaptability – Multiplying
photographic possibilities
The G1 can be fit with a mount adaptor
DMW-MA1 (optional) that allows the use
of a wide variety of high-performance
Four Thirds lenses, including Leica D
lenses. Naturally, the shooting functions
of the G1 remain usable with the DMW-
MA1 mounted.* Unleash your creative
possibilities, for example, by using a
single focus lens to capture images with
a beautiful, softly focused background,
and an ultra-powerful zoom to pull distant wildlife right up close.
*Lenses other than LUMIX G lenses cannot use the AF Tracking, AFc (Auto Focus Continuous) or Continuous AF
functions. Also, when a lens that does not support the Contrast AF function is mounted, operation will automatically
switch to manual focus. Confirm the operation information of compatible lenses at Customer support http://panasonic.
jp/support/global/cs/dsc (English).
The G1 adopts the Micro Four Thirds System standard, developed
as an extended version of the Four Thirds System standard for
digital camera systems. By adopting this standard and developing
a camera body that eliminates the mirror box and optical
viewfinder unit, Panasonic was able to shorten the flange-back
distance* by about half (compared with a conventional Four Thirds
camera) and reduce the lens mount diameter by about 6 mm.
The result is a digital interchangeable lens camera that is simply
revolutionary in terms of usability and mobility. Small enough for
you to take anywhere yet sophisticated enough to take you as far
into photography as you want to go.
Mirror-Less Structure
(DMC-G1)
Mirror Structure
(DMC-L10) Focusing Glass
Image
Sensor
Main Mirror
AE Sensor
Live View Finder
Sub Mirror
Penta Mirror
Image
Sensor
LUMIX G lenses: Superior portability,
superior rendering
The newly developed LUMIX G lenses comply with the Micro Four
Thirds System standard for interchangeable lenses. Characterized
by their compact size and lightweight, both lenses bring out the full
capabilities of the 4/3-type image sensor, and support the contrast
AF function of the G1 and its long list of convenient functions.
Both lenses also feature Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S. (optical image
stabilizer), which makes it easy to shoot super clear shots even in
low-light situations by suppressing the blur caused by hand-shake.
MEGA O.I.S. – Panasonic's advanced
hand-shake correction technology
The LUMIX G lenses incorporate Panasonic's MEGA
O.I.S., the advanced optical image stabilization
system that has highly proven in LUMIX digital
cameras. In the LUMIX G lenses, efficient
stabilization elaborated by a special integrated LSI
that processes output from the gyrosensors, which
operate 4,000 times per second.
Three image stabilization modes to suit different needs
LUMIX G VARIO 14-45mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./
MEGA O.I.S.
From casual snapshots to personal
portraits to sweeping landscapes, this
versatile zoom lens provides beautiful
results in a wide range of shooting
situations. It covers the standard focal
range of 28 to 90 mm (35 mm equivalent).
The aspheric lens element also improves optical performance by
minimizing distortion, even at the 28 mm wide end.
LUMIX G VARIO 45-200mm/F4.0 - 5.6/
MEGA O.I.S.
Covering from 90 to 400 mm (35 mm
equivalent), this telephoto zoom lens
lets you capture crisp, blur-free shots
when shooting sports events and
other distant subjects while achieving
minimum aberration at all focal length,
high-contrast representation and high color reproduction by
implementing 3 ED (extra-low-dispersion) lens elements.
Venus Engine HD – Next-generation
digital signal processing
Two CPUs give the Venus Engine
HD exceptionally advanced
processing capabilities. This
sophisticated LSI features
effective noise reduction even at
high ISO sensitivity levels. The
Venus Engine HD also reproduces
delicate color nuances faithfully
with independent gradation control for each of the R, G and B
colors. Additionally, it supports the Live View function, resulting
in the display of smooth images at 60 fps. HDMI output support is
also a feature of the Venus Engine HD.
Dust reduction system protects the image sensor
If dust or other
foreign matter
gets inside the
camera when you're
changing lenses, it
could cling to the
image sensor and
show up as a spot
in photos. The G1
helps eliminate this possibility by placing a Supersonic Wave Filter
in front of the Live MOS sensor. Vibrating around 50,000 times
per second, the filter repels dust and other particles. This keeps
the image sensor clean at all times and eliminates the need for
cumbersome maintenance procedures.
12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor:
Higher image quality, lower power consumption
The 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel Live
MOS sensor featured in the G1
offers the best of both worlds –
the superior image quality of a
CCD sensor, and the lower power
consumption of a CMOS sensor.
New technology that makes
it possible to read 4 channels
of data simultaneously also helps the G1 deliver 60 frame-per-
second Full-time Live View images, while faithfully reproducing
high-resolution images with fine detail and rich gradation.
LCD
LCD
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AF Sensor
Flange Back Approx. 40mm
Flange Back Approx. 20mm
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NEW FUN High Definition that Goes Beyond Beauty – All the Way to Emotion
My Color mode puts you in control of the color
In My Color mode you can freely adjust
the color, brightness and saturation
parameters, while checking the Full-
time Live View image to see how those
adjustments affect the picture. This
makes it easier and more fun to create
interesting, expressive images. Adjust the settings that best suit
the shooting conditions and your expressive intent, and then enjoy
your own photography.
Film mode – To capture photos with a special
mood or expressiveness
Much like changing
the film type in a
film camera, you
can enjoy a wide
range of expression
based on six color
modes and three monochromatic modes. When the multi-film
mode is selected, you can record pictures having up to three
different effects with each press of the shutter button.
Exposure modes and Scene modes that fit a
range of situations
The G1 starts with the common P/A/S/M
exposure modes and adds a host more to give
you easy shooting and beautiful results in a
wide range of situations. These include an iA
mode in which the camera makes all of the
settings, a Custom mode that lets you register
up to three sets of settings you use often, and Portrait, Scenery,
Sports, Close-up, Night Portrait, SCN (Sunset/Party/Baby/Pet),
and My Color modes.
Designed for easy operation
A textured coating on the grip makes the
G1 easy to hold and handle, and the grip's
gentle curvature helps prevent hand
fatigue even after extended use. The front
dial on the top of the grip provides even
smoother operation. By pressing the front
dial, you can quickly set the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure
compensation while holding the camera in shooting position.
Smooth
Brightness
Saturation
Color
Standard Dynamic
NatureNostalgic Vibrant
Dynamic B&WStandard B&W Smooth B&W Portrait Normal / Soft Skin / Outdoor / Indoor / Creative
Scenery Normal / Nature / Architecture / Creative
Sports Normal / Outdoor / Indoor / Creative
Close-up Flower / Food / Objects / Creative
Night Portrait
Night Portrait / Night Scenery / Illuminations / Creative
Advanced Scene modes give you even
more control
In Portrait, Scenery, Sports, Close-up, Night Portrait modes,
you can fine-tune four or five of the settings to better match the
shooting conditions. This makes it easier to capture the exact
image you have in mind.
1920 x 1080-pixel HD (high-definition)
photo recording
The G1 shoots wide-screen, 16:9, full-HD images. These images
are simply breathtaking when displayed on an HDTV, which
handles about four times the data of a standard-definition TV. With
G1, you can enjoy a whole new style of HDTV viewing with family
and friends.
HD output-ready for the HDTV age
The G1 has an HDMI output terminal.
When the G1 is connected to an HDMI-
compatible TV via an HDMI mini cable
(optional), the user can easily enjoy a
slideshow of photos taken with the G1.
When the G1 is connected to a VIERA TV
that has VIERA Link capability, the TV's
remote control unit can be used to run
the slideshow.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Color selection: Unique in more ways than one
Advanced technologies and performance set the G1 apart from other cameras. Its choice of body colors does too. All models feature
a textured coating and, in addition to authentic black, the G1 comes in attractive red and blue colors that add to the fun of owning this
unique digital interchangeable lens camera. The G1 lets you bring a splash of color into your life while capturing spectacular images of
the world around you.
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Included software
SILKYPIX® Developer Studio 3.0 SE
The G1 records original image data
in RAW file format, which allows
images to be developed according to
your intention. A number of highly
advanced functions can be applied
to these RAW images by using the
SILKYPIX® Developer Studio 3.0
SE software utility, with its unique
combination of high resolution and extraordinary color separation
performance.
External Flash
DMW-FL220
Battery Pack
DMW-BLB13DMW-MA2M*
Mount Adaptor
DMW-MA1
ND Filter
HDMI mini Cable
DMW-LND 52
MC Protector
DMW-LMC 52
PL Filter
DMW-LPL52
DC Cable
•Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. •The battery pack, DMW-BLB13, comes with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together. •Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with these units, but we offer
no guarantee as to the quality, performance or safety of such batteries. •Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at unusually low prices and those which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing. •Please confirm the latest
information about batteries on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/info/battery.html (English) •Check the website of the Panasonic sales company in your country or region for details on the optional accessories that are available in your market.
Soft Case
DMW-CG1
Remote Shutter Shoulder Strap (Stylish)
DMW-SSTG1-K (Black)
DMW-SSTG1-A (Blue)
DMW-SSTG1-C (Beige)
DMW-SSTG1-R (Red)
DMW-SSTG2-W (White)
Soft Bag
DMW-BAG1
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
DMW-DCC3
Shoulder Strap (Woven)
DMW-SSTG3-T (Brown)
Shoulder Strap (Leather)
DMW-RSL1
DMW-FL360 DMW-FL500
Optional accessories
Box Contents
Body, LUMIX G VARIO 14-45 mm /
F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.,
LUMIX G VARIO 45-200 mm /
F4.0-5.6 / MEGA O.I.S.,
Lens Hood x2, Lens Cap x2, Lens
Storage Bag x2, Battery Pack,
Battery Charger/AC Adaptor,
Body Cap, Video Cable,
USB Connection Cable, AC Cable,
Shoulder Strap, CD-ROM
PHOTOfunSTUDIO –viewer- 2.1E
PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer - 2.1E gives
you a single interface to easily manage
your growing photo collection, and
editing functions to enhance your
images.
Body, LUMIX G VARIO 14-45 mm /
F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.,
Lens Hood, Lens Cap,
Lens Storage Bag, Battery Pack,
Battery Charger / AC Adaptor,
Body Cap, Video Cable, USB
Connection Cable, AC Cable,
Shoulder Strap, CD-ROM
DMC-G1K Lens Kit
DMC-G1W
Double Zoom Lens Kit
OS
Windows: Microsoft® Windows® Millenium Edition, Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional
(Recommended), Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Recommended), Microsoft® Windows
® XP Professional (Recommended), Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic (Recommended),
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Premium (Recommended), Microsoft® Windows® Vista Ultimate
(Recommended), Microsoft® Windows® Vista Business (Recommended)* 64-bit OS is unsupported.;
Macintosh: Mac® OS X v10.2 (v10.3 or later recommended)
Display
Windows: XGA (1024 x 768) and Full-Color (24 bits) or more
Macintosh: Display that supports a resolution of XGA (1024 x 768) or more; Display and video card
capable of displaying 16-bit color or more.(24-bit color or more recommended)
RAM
Windows® XP / 2000 / Me: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)
Windows® Vista: 1 GB or more; Macintosh: 512 MB (1 GB or more recommended)
Free Hard Disk
Space
100 MB or more free space (required for installation and activation); A large amount of free disk space
is required depending on the development data or storage of images after development.
SILKYPIX® Developer Studio 3.0 SE System Requirements
OS
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition,
Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic,
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Premium, Microsoft® Windows® Vista Ultimate,
Microsoft® Windows® Vista Business
Display High Color (16 bit) or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more
(1024 x 768 or more recommended)
RAM 256 MB or more (512 MB or more for Windows® Vista)
Free Hard Disk
Space
[For install] 200 MB or more; [For use] 200 MB or more
PHOTOfunSTUDIO –viewer- 2.1E System Requirements
•Please confirm compatibility with Windows® Vista on the following website. http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/
english/p/support/index.html; •System administrator (Administrator) privileges are necessary when
installing this software on Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP. •The personal computer must be connected
to the Internet for user registration. •We have confirmed that this software is compatible with the Rosetta,
but it does not support the Universal binary.
*Additional DC Cable (DMW-DCC3; optional) required to power camera using Battery Charger/AC Adapter.
•Some function is limited with Windows® Vista.
SD / SDHC Memory
High Speed
12 GB*: RP-SDM12G
6 GB*: RP-SDM06G
4 GB*: RP-SDM04G
2 GB*: RP-SDM02G
1 GB*: RP-SDR01G
Pro High Speed
32 GB*: RP-SDV32G
16 GB*: RP-SDV16G
8 GB*: RP-SDV08G
4 GB*: RP-SDV04G
2 GB*: RP-SDV02G
*They will be available in summer 2009.
DMW-MA3R*
*1 GB = 1 billion bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
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•Some functions of G1 cannot be used when mounting the Four Thirds lenses with the Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, the LEICA M or R lenses with the Mount Adaptor DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R. •Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. •When a lens that does not support the Contrast
AF function is mounted, operation will automatically switch to manual focus. •Confirm the operation information of compatible lenses at Customer Support http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc (English). •For detailed information about the lenses made by SIGMA, OLYMPUS and LEICA, please see each
company’s website. •The DMW-BLB13 comes with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together. •Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with these units, but we offer no guarantee as to the quality, performance or safety of such
batteries. •Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at unusually low prices and those which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing. •Please confirm the latest information about batteries on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/info/battery.html (English). •The SDHC Memory Card can be used only if the SDHC logo is indicated on the equipment or in the operation manual. It cannot be used with equipment that supports only the SD Memory Card.
(LCD recording information)
G1 System Chart
ND Filter
DMW-LND52
Soft Case
DMW-CG1
CD-ROM
PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer- 2.1 E
SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 SE
PL Filter
DMW-LPL52
External Flash
DMW-FL500
External Flash
DMW-FL360
External Flash
DMW-FL220
Shoulder StrapShoulder Strap
DMW-SSTG1
DMW-SSTG2
DMW-SSTG3
Remote Shutter
DMW-RSL1
Soft Bag
DMW-BAG1
HDMI mini Cable
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
Battery Charger / AC Adaptor
Personal Computer
HDTV
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
DC Cable
DMW-DCC3
DVD Recorder
Blu-ray Disc Player
Shoulder Strap
DMW-SSTL1
Leather Bag
DMW-BAL1
USB Connection
Cable
Battery Pack
DMW-BLB13
AC Cable
Video Cable
Standard Accessories
Panasonic System
MC Protector
DMW-LMC52
LUMIX G VARIO
14-45mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.
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LCD monitor / AF mode Single
[FILM MODE] button
Shutter button
Drive mode lever
Burst
Self-timer
Card door Mode dial
Focus mode dial
Flash open lever
Hot shoe
Status indicator
[Q.MENU] button
[REMOTE] socket
[HDMI] socket
[DIGITAL / V.OUT] socket
DC cable cover
Focus distance reference mark
[MENU/SET] button
Cursor buttons
/ ISO
/ WB
Strap eyelet
Playback button
[AF/AE LOCK] button
Camera ON/OFF switch
[DISPLAY] button
Delete button / Preview button
Lens release button Diopter adjustment dial
Lens fitting mark
Front dial
[LVF/LCD] button
Viewfinder
Eye sensor
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Flash output adjustment
2nd curtain synchro
Extra optical zoom
Histogram
AF tracking operation
White balance bracket
Sensor
Self-timer indicator / AF assist lamp
Lens lock pin
Mount
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Auto bracket
Flash
Flash mode
Film mode
Optical image stabilizer /
: Jitter alert
: Single
: Burst
: Auto bracket
: Self-timer
Digital zoom
Picture size
Quality
LCD mode
Intelligent Exposure
Battery indication
Card (displayed only during recording)
Recording state (Flashes red.)/
Focus (Lights green.)
AF area
Number of recordable pictures
White balance
ISO sensitivity
Exposure compensation value
/Manual exposure assistance
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Recording mode
Metering mode
AF mode
AE lock
AF lock
Age
Self-timer
Spot metering target
White balance fine adjustment
My color mode
Current date and time/
: Travel destination setting
Custom settings
Program shift
Main Parts and Controls
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•The number of recordable pictures is an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.)
•The number of recordable pictures depends on the subjects. •In some cases, the number of recordable pictures displayed on the Live View Finder/LCD
monitor may not decrease regularly. •The picture size for [EZ] is not displayed when [EX. OPT. ZOOM] is set to [OFF]. •If you set [EX. OPT. ZOOM] to [ON], [EZ] is
displayed on the screen when the picture size is set to a size other than the maximum picture size for each aspect ratio.
Aspect ratio
Picture size :4000 x 3000 pixels (12 million pixels) :2816 x 2112 pixels (5.9 million pixels) :2048 x 1536 pixels (3.1 million pixels)
Quality
Card
1GB 160 320 47 55 320 640 55 60 600 1180 60 63
2GB 330 650 96 110 650 1270 110 120 1220 2360 120 125
4GB 650 1280 185 220 1290 2510 220 240 2410 4640 240 250
6GB 990 1950 280 330 1970 3820 330 360 3660 7050 360 380
8GB 1320 2610 380 450 2630 5110 450 490 4910 9440 490 510
12GB 2000 3930 580 670 3980 7710 680 740 7400 14240 730 770
16GB 2660 5250 770 900 5310 10290 900 990 9880 19000 980 1030
32GB 5350 10540 1550 1810 10650 20650 1820 1980 19820 38120 1970 2070
Aspect ratio
Picture size :4000 x 2672 pixels (10.7 million pixels) :2816 x 1880 pixels (5.3 million pixels) :2048 x 1360 pixels (2.8 million pixels)
Quality
Card
1GB 180 360 53 62 360 710 62 68 680 1310 67 71
2GB 370 730 105 125 730 1420 125 135 1360 2550 135 140
4GB 730 1430 210 240 1450 2800 240 270 2680 5020 270 280
6GB 1110 2180 320 370 2200 4260 370 410 4070 7640 410 430
8GB 1480 2920 430 500 2950 5710 500 550 5450 10230 550 570
12GB 2240 4400 650 760 4460 8610 760 830 8230 15430 830 870
16GB 2990 5880 870 1010 5950 11490 1020 1110 10980 20590 1100 1160
32GB 6000 11800 1750 2040 11940 23050 2040 2230 22020 41300 2220 2330
Aspect ratio
Picture size
:4000 x 2248 pixels (9 million pixels) :2816 x 1584 pixels (4.5 million pixels) :1920 x 1080 pixels (2.1 million pixels)
Quality
Card
1GB 210 430 62 73 430 850 73 80 900 1720 81 84 67 75 89
2GB 430 860 125 145 870 1700 145 160 1800 3410 160 170 135 150 180
4GB 860 1690 250 290 1720 3350 290 320 3540 6700 320 330 260 300 350
6GB 1300 2580 380 440 2620 5090 440 480 5390 10190 490 510 400 450 540
8GB 1750 3450 510 590 3500 6820 600 650 7220 13640 650 680 540 610 720
12GB 2640 5210 770 900 5290 10280 900 980 10890 20580 990 1030 820 920 1090
16GB 3520 6950 1030 1200 7050 13720 1200 1310 14530 27450 1320 1380 1090 1230 1450
32GB 7070 13960 2060 2410 14160 27530 2420 2640 29150 55070 2650 2770 2190 2470 2920
Display (LCD monitor style)
Display (LCD monitor style)
Battery Pack
DMW-BLB13
Mount Adaptor
DMW-MA2M
Micro Four Thirds
LUMIX G Lenses
LUMIX G VARIO HD
14-140mm
F4.0-5.8 ASPH.
MEGA O.I.S.
Movie Support
LUMIX G VARIO
45-200mm
F4.0-5.6 MEGA O.I.S.
LUMIX G VARIO
14-45mm
F3.5-5.6 ASPH.
MEGA O.I.S.
LUMIX G VARIO
7-14mm F4.0 ASPH.
Four Thirds
LEICA D Lenses
SIGMA Lenses
OLYMPUS E-System
LEICA M/R
LEICA M Mount Lenses
LEICA R Mount Lenses
http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/index.htm
http://www.olympus-global.com/en/global/
Mount Adaptor
DMW-MA1
Mount Adaptor
DMW-MA3R
LEICA D VARIO-ELMAR
14-150mm
F3.5-5.6 ASPH.
MEGA O.I.S.
LEICA D VARIO-ELMAR
14-50mm
F3.8-5.6 ASPH.
MEGA O.I.S.
LEICA D VARIO-ELMARIT
14-50mm
F2.8-3.5 ASPH.
MEGA O.I.S.
LEICA D SUMMILUX
25mm
F1.4 ASPH.
APO MACRO 150mm
F2.8 EX DG HSM
APO 50-500mm
F4-6.3
EX DG HSM
APO 70-200mm
F2.8 II EX DG
MACRO HSM
APO 300-800mm
F5.6 EX DG HSM
MACRO 105mm
F2.8 EX DG
50mm
F1.4 EX DG HSM
18-50mm
F2.8 EX DC MACRO
30mm
F1.4 EX DC HSM
24mm
F1.8 EX DG
ASPHERICAL MACRO
10-20mm
F4-5.6 EX DC HSM
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 300mm
F2.8
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 70-300mm
F4.0-5.6
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 90-250mm
F2.8
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 50-200mm
F2.8-3.5 SWD
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 18-180mm
F3.5-6.3
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 150mm
F2.0
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 40-150mm
F4.0-5.6
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 35-100mm
F2.0
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 12-60mm
F2.8-4.0 SWD
ZUIKO DIGITAL
14-54mm
F2.8-3.5 II
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 14-42mm
F3.5-5.6
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 14-35mm
F2.0 SWD
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 50mm
F2.0 Macro
ZUIKO DIGITAL
35mm
F3.5 Macro
ZUIKO DIGITAL
25mm
F2.8
ZUIKO DIGITAL
11-22mm
F2.8-3.5
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 9-18mm
F4.0-5.6
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 8mm
F3.5 Fisheye
ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 7-14mm
F4.0
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