Panasonic DC-GH7 Lumix Digital Camera User Guide

: July 15, 2024
: Panasonic

Table of Contents

DC-GH7 Lumix Digital Camera
Information for Your Safety
Standard Accessories
Names of Important Parts
Attaching a Shoulder Strap
Charging the Battery
Inserting Cards (Optional)
Attaching a Lens
Playing Back Images
Cautions for Use
Main Specifications
Trademarks and Licenses
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

Owner’s Manual
< Quick Start Guide>
Digital Camera

Model No. DC-GH7

DC-GH7 Lumix Digital Camera

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Owner’s Manual
Refer to “Owner’s Manual ” (HTML format/PDF format) for details about how to use the camera and notes on use.

https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/GH7/index.html

If you have any questions, visit: Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com
© Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd. 2024

**PP** Printed in China
DVQX2488ZB
F0424KN1054

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.

ate of Purchase	Dealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchased From	Model No.
Dealer Address	Serial No.

Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in this Owner’s Manual.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
Use the recommended accessories.
Do not remove covers.
Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Product identification marking

Product	Location
Digital camera	Bottom
Battery charge	Bottom

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

How to Display Certification and Compliance Information
Certification and compliance information for this camera can be viewed on the menu screen.

Select the [Others] tab of the [Setup] menu.
Select [Approved Regulations] and confirm your selection.

CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B)
Contains IC : 772C-LBEE5ZZ1PJ

Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

5150-5350 MHz band is restricted to indoor operations only.
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. DC-GH7 (HMN is 1PJ2302) has been tested and found
to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

About the battery pack
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 terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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.
Do not expose to low air pressure at high altitudes.
Do not expose to extremely low air pressure, as this may result in explosions or leakage of flammable liquids and gases.

Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.

Always use a supplied BNC conversion cable (for TC IN/OUT).
Always use a genuine Panasonic Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).
Always use a genuine Panasonic Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR2/DMW-SHGR1: optional).
Use an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable (Type A–Type A plug) with the length less than 3 m (9.8 feet).
Use a BNC cable with the length less than 2.8 m (9.2 feet).
Use a synchro cable with the length less than 3 m (9.8 feet).
Use a headphone cable with the length less than 3 m (9.8 feet).
Use a stereo microphone cable with the length less than 3 m (9.8 feet).
Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Keep the eye cup out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Keep the flash synchro socket cap out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

Standard Accessories

Product numbers correct as of May 2024.
Digital camera body

Battery pack
DMW-BLK22
Battery charger
DVLC1005Z
BNC conversion cable (for TC IN/OUT)
K1TYYYY00286
Shoulder strap
DVPW1030Z| Body cap1
VKF4971
Eye cup1
1YE1MC501Z
Hot shoe cover1
4HR1MC5229Z
Flash synchro socket cap1
VKF5108
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Interchangeable lens “LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm/F2.8-4.0 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.”*2
H-ES12060

Lens hood
1ZE4Z260Z
Lens cap3
SYF0083
Lens rear cap3
1GE1Z136Z

This is attached to the camera at the time of purchase.
This is supplied with Lens Kit DC-GH7L.
This is attached to the lens at the time of purchase.

If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at www.panasonic.ca/english/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

Names of Important Parts

Mode dial
Mode dial lock button
Camera on/off switch
Video rec. button
Rear dial
[ ] (Audio information) button
Charging light/Network connection light
Power indicator
[WB] (White balance) button [ISO] (ISO sensitivity) button [ ] (Exposure compensation) button
Front dial
Self-timer light/AF assist light
Shutter button
Enlarged live display (video) button
Lens fitting mark
Preview button
Hot shoe (hot shoe cover)
[LVF] button
Drive mode dial
Front tally lamp
Flash synchro socket (flash synchro socket cap)
Shoulder strap eyelet
Lens lock pin
Lens release button
Sub video rec. button
[MIC] socket
Headphone socket
USB port
HDMI socket
Viewfinder
Operation lock lever
[ ] (Playback) button
[ ] (AF mode) button
Monitor/Touch screen
Focus mode lever
Joystick
[AF ON] button
[Q] (Quick menu) button
Rear tally lamp
Control dial ( ) Cursor buttons ( ) [MENU/SET] button ( )
Card door
Card door lock lever
[DISP.] button
[ ] (Cancel) button/ [ ] (Delete) button
Battery door release lever
Battery door
DC coupler cover
[REMOTE] socket
Card access light 1
Card slot 1
Card slot 2
Card access light 2

Attaching a Shoulder Strap

Attach a shoulder strap to the camera with the following procedure to prevent it from dropping.

Charging the Battery

Charge using an AC adaptor (optional/commercially available) and a USB connection cable (commercially available).

Set the camera on/off switch to [OFF].
Insert the battery into the camera.
Connect the camera USB port and the AC adaptor using the USB connection cable.
Connect the AC adaptor to an electrical outlet.
The charging light turns red and charging begins.
The charging light turns off when charging is complete.

Charging time
Approx. 170 min

Using either the camera body and the optional AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11) or the camera body and the supplied accessories of the optional Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15).
The supplied charger can also be used to charge instead of the camera body.

Cautions

The battery that can be used with the camera is DMW-BLK22. (As of May 2024)
The Panasonic Battery Pack DMW-BLF19PP (optional) can also be used, but due to the restrictions on functionality, it is recommended to use DMW-BLK22 (supplied/optional).
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLK22).
If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
It is recommended to use the Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC11: optional) or the supplied accessories of the Panasonic Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15: optional) for charging.
You can charge with the camera body or the supplied charger using a commercially available AC adaptor and a USB connection cable.
Recommended specifications for the commercially available AC adaptor
– Supports PD (Power Delivery)
– Supports 9 V/3 A (27 W) DC output
– USB Type-C terminal
Use a USB connection cable with 27 W output or better for charging.
You can also use an AC adaptor with 5 V/500 mA or better for charging. However, charging time may be longer than with the recommended AC adaptor.
Operation is not guaranteed with all commercially available devices.
Using charging methods other than those specified may result in fluid leakage, overheating, combustion, rupturing, etc., and these may cause injury.
This battery may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or keep away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Inserting Cards (Optional)

You can use CFexpress cards and SD memory cards with this camera.

For information on memory cards with confirmed operation, check the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html
(English only)

(A) Card slot 1: CFexpress card
(B) Card slot 2: SD card

Match the orientation of the cards as shown in the figure and then insert them firmly until they click.
To remove a card, confirm that the corresponding card access light has turned off, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out straight.
Format the cards with the camera before use.
Select [Card Format]

CAUTION, HOT CARD

As indicated on the inside of the card door, the card may be hot just after the camera has been used. Be careful when removing.
When a high temperature caution message is displayed on the screen, do not remove the card immediately, but rather wait for it to cool down and the message to disappear.

Attaching a Lens

that comply with the Micro Four Thirds™ system lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount).

Refer to catalogs/websites for information regarding supported lenses.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html
(English only)
When removing the lens, rotate while pressing the lens release button.

Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time)
When you turn the camera on for the first time, a screen to set the time zone and clock appears. Follow the message to make the settings.

Taking Pictures

Press the mode dial lock button to release the lock.
Rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode ([iA]/[P]/[A]/[S]/[M]).
Press the shutter button halfway (press it gently) to focus.
Press the shutter button fully (press it further) to take pictures.

Recording Videos

Press the mode dial lock button to release the lock.
Rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode.
Press the video rec. button to start recording.
Press the video rec. button again to end recording.

Playing Back Images

Cautions for Use

Firmware of Your Camera/Lens
Firmware updates may be provided in order to improve camera capabilities or to add functionality.

For the latest information on the firmware or to download/update the firmware, visit the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index.html

Splash Resistant
Splash Resistant is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers against exposure to a minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash
Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with water.
In order to minimize the possibility of damage please be sure the following precautions are taken:
– Splash Resistant works in conjunction with the lenses that were specifically designed to support this feature.
– Securely close the doors, socket caps, etc.
– When the lens or cap is removed or a door is open, do not allow sand, dust, and moisture to enter inside.
– If liquid gets on the camera, wipe it off with a dry soft cloth.

Be Sure to Perform Trial Recording in Advance
Be sure to perform trial recording in advance to check that recording can be performed normally.
Please note that compensation cannot be provided in the event that recording could not be performed due to a problem with the camera or a card.

Be Careful with Regard to Copyrights
Under copyright law, you may not use the images and audio you have recorded without the permission of the copyright holder.
Caution with Strong Light Beams Such as Laser Light
Do not allow strong light beams, such as laser light, to be directly exposed to this camera (lens). These can destroy the image sensor and cause the camera to malfunction.
The camera
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

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 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. 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.
0 If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.

Wi-Fi® Function
Use of the Wi-Fi function of the camera is presumed to be in countries where it is sold.
There is the risk that the camera violates the radio wave regulations if used in countries other than those where it is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations.

Please be advised that Panasonic is not liable for any damage directly or indirectly caused by use (including use in combination with the products of other companies) or malfunction of this product.
Please be advised that Panasonic is not liable for any damage to data caused by this product.
The external design and specifications of this product, as described in this document, may differ from the actual product due to improvements made.

Main Specifications

The specifications are subject to change for performance enhancement.
Digital camera body (DC-GH7):
Information for your safety
Power source: 9.0 V
Power consumption: 4.8 W (when recording with the monitor), 3.8 W (when playing back with the monitor)
[When using the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060)]

Type|
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Type| Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera
Lens mount| Micro Four Thirds Mount
Recording media| CFexpress Type B card / SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC memory card
Image sensor|
Image sensor| 4/3″ BSI CMOS image sensor, a total of approx.
26,500,000 pixels, primary color filter
Effective number of
pixels of the camera| Approx. 25,200,000 pixels
Viewfinder|
Type| Aspect ratio 4:3, 0.5 inches, approx. 3,680,000 dots, organic EL (OLED) live view viewfinder
Magnification| Approx. 1.6×, Approx. 0.8× (35 mm film camera equivalent), −1.0 m−1 50 mm at infinity, with aspect ratio set to [4:3]
Monitor|
Type| Aspect ratio 3:2, 3.0 inches, approx. 1,840,000 dots monitor, capacitive touch screen
Interface|
USB| USB Type-C®, SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
Supports USB Power Delivery (9.0 V/3.0 A)
Output: DC 5 V, 900 mA
HDMI| HDMI Type A
[REMOTE]| Ø 2.5 mm jack
[MIC]| Ø 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Headphones| Ø 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Flash Synchro| Yes
TC IN/OUT| Yes (connect the BNC conversion cable (supplied) to the flash synchro socket)
External dimensions / Mass (Weight)
External dimensions| Approx. 138.4 mm (W)×100.3 mm (H)×99.6 mm (D) (5.45″ (W)×3.95″ (H)×3.92″ (D)) (excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (Weight)| Approx. 805 g/1.77 lb (camera body, with battery and one card)
Approx. 721 g/1.59 lb (only camera body)
Operating environment
Recommended operating
temperature| −10 oC to 40 oC (14 oF to 104 oF)
Permissible relative humidity| 10 %RH to 80 %RH
Wi-Fi|
Compliance standard| IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Frequency range used (central
frequency)| 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch)
5180 MHz to 5320 MHz (36/40/44/48/52/56/60/64ch)
5745 MHz to 5825 MHz (149/153/157/161/165ch)
Encryption method| Wi-Fi compliant WPA™ / WPA2™ / WPA3™
Access method| Infrastructure mode
Bluetooth®|
Compliance standard| Bluetooth v5.0, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Frequency range used (central
frequency)| 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz

Battery charger (Panasonic DVLC1005Z):
Information for your safety

Input: 9.0V 3.0A 5.0V 1.8A
Output: 8.4 V 1.2 A 8.4 V 0.85 A
Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)

Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLK22):
Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V / 2200 mAh

The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following:
DC
Hot surfaces

Trademarks and Licenses

Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of OM Digital Solutions Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other countries.
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI Trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
The USB Type-C® Charging Trident Logos are trademarks of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
The SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps Trident Logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Holdings Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
“Wi-Fi®” is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
“WPA™”, “WPA2™”, and “WPA3™” are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. ELMARIT is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. The LEICA DG lenses are manufactured using measurement instruments and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG based on the company’s quality standards.
−10 oC to 40 oC (14 oF to 104 oF) 10 %RH to 80 %RH
Other names, company names, product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machinereadable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof.
Contact Information: oss-cd-request@gg.jp.panasonic.com
The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below.
https://panasonic.net/cns/oss/index.html
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com

For the U.S.A. and Canada only
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

Digital Camera	One (1) year, parts and labour
Digital Camera Peripherals	One (1) year, parts and labour
Digital Camera Accessories	Ninety (90) days, parts and labour

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Dry cell batteries, printer ink cartridge and paper are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
Rechargeable batteries are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support