Using Optional Accessories

For information on the external flash ( character_reference Using an External Flash (Optional))

For information on the external microphone ( character_reference External Microphones (Optional))

For information on the XLR Microphone Adaptor ( character_reference XLR Microphone Adaptor (Optional))

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Battery Grip (Optional)

When mounted on the camera, the Battery Grip (DMW-BGS5: optional) improves ease of operation and grip when the camera is held vertically.

Also, inserting a battery into the Battery Grip provides a stable supply of power even for long periods of recording.

The Battery Grip is dust and splash resistant.

The joystick on the camera body is able to be moved in 8 directions (up, down, left, right, and diagonally), whereas the joystick on the Battery Grip can be moved in only 4 directions (up, down, left, and right).

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character_diamond Selecting Battery Usage Priority

Selects which battery to use first when the batteries are installed in both the camera and the Battery Grip.

Getting started:

Turn the camera off, and remove the cover for the battery grip connector.

Attach the Battery Grip to the camera.

Turn on the camera.

Set the battery use priority.

button_menu-set [] [ icon_setup-inout ] [Battery Use Priority]

[BODY]: The battery in the camera is used first.

[BG]: The battery in the Battery Grip is used first.

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When the battery in the Battery Grip is used, [ icon_bg ] is displayed on the screen.

You can register functions of your choice to the [Fn] button on the Battery Grip. ( character_reference Fn Buttons)

The [WB] button, [ISO] button, [ icon_expo ] button, [AF ON] button, and joystick each work the same as the buttons and joystick on the camera body.

Refer to the operating instructions for the Battery Grip for details.

Shutter Remote Control (Optional)

You can connect the Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional) to use the camera as follows:

Fully pressing the shutter button without camera shake

Securing the shutter button during bulb recording and burst recording

Start/end the video recording

Using the functions registered in the video rec. button of the Shutter Remote Control

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character_diamond Registering Functions to the Video Rec. Button

You can register a favorite function to the video rec. button on a Shutter Remote Control.

The functions that can be registered are the same as the functions that can be registered to the Fn buttons for recording ( character_reference Setting Items ([Fn Button Set]/[Setting in REC mode])).

[Video Record] is registered in the default setting.

button_menu-set [] [] Select [Video Rec. Button (Remote)]

Register functions using the same operations as [Fn Button Set]. ( character_reference Register Functions to the Fn Buttons)

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Always use a genuine Panasonic Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).

Refer to the operating instructions for the Shutter Remote Control for details.

Tripod Grip (Optional)

Attach a Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional) to use it as a grip for recording while walking, a tripod, or a Shutter Remote Control.

Connect the grip cable to the [REMOTE] socket on the camera.

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Always use a genuine Panasonic Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional).

The [Video Rec. Button (Remote)] menu does not work with the Tripod Grip.

Do not carry just by holding the hand strap when the camera is attached.

For details, refer to the operating instructions for the Tripod Grip.

AC Adaptor (Optional)/DC Coupler (Optional)

With an AC Adaptor (DMW-AC10: optional) and DC Coupler (DMW-DCC17: optional), you can perform recording and playback without worrying about the remaining battery charge.

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Be sure to purchase both an AC Adaptor and a DC Coupler as a set.

They cannot be used independently of one another.

When the DC Coupler is being mounted, the DC Coupler cover opens, so the structure ceases to be dust and splash resistant.

Do not allow sand, dust and water droplets to adhere to or enter the camera.

After use, confirm that no foreign objects are adhering to the DC Coupler cover, then firmly close the cover.

For details, refer to the operating instructions for the AC Adaptor and DC Coupler.