Great Basic Lumix settings -this is how I set up my Lumix

[@SLLYT]

My GX8, which lacks several of the menu options that Matti Sulanto demonstrated, now seems dated in contrast to current Lumix cameras, but I still I like using the GX8.

[@klaus.bernhard]

The Tip with the Direktion of the diaries is great, Alain learned a lot, So Long Klaus

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks! Danke!

[@dhwardphoto]

Thanks for the useful video! I've just set up my dials following your advice 👍🏻

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks!

[@paolocitti7086]

Hi Mr Sulanto, thanks for this very well made video tutorial ! You are my “lumix Guru” 😎 I start to follow your channel with my first FZ300 an unbeatable camera for his price range. Then…I start to desire something more, a wide sensor, a better camera for better photos. So I fall in love “on paper with the Fujifilm products ( than are all fantastic cameras) I get my dream camera XT3, after tons of video and reviews, amazing tool with incredible specs, but…… day after day I have founded my self to use more and more the old FZ300 ( of course I’m not a professional user ) I was not able to build the aspected confidence with the xt3, so I have sold it for a new G90+Leica 12-60 and now, yes I feel the camera totally in my hand, I can grow and play whit it for the more intuitive menu and controls and all this thanks to you precious tips and tutorials. Thanks for your efforts and creativity keep doing more like this 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for your kind words.

[@ray32825]

Hey Paolo, I went from a FZ150, to a FZ200 and I sold a Canon DSLR I had along with the FZ150 and stuck with Lumix FZ200 waiting for a successor to the FZ300. After waiting for several years, I finally gave up and got a FZ300. I was going to purchase the Fuji XS-10 but could not stand the sheer lack of any grip so I purchased a G85 and G9 within one week of each other. LOL I like the G9 but the grip of the FZ300 fits my hand the best from all three. I also have the Leica 12-60 with the G9 and want to get the 8-18mm one day. :)

[@NickyAspey]

Thank you, this was very helpful! I've been struggling so much to adjust SS, F and ISO using the DISP. button ahhaha

[@mattisulanto]

You're welcome!

[@mindseyeproductions8798]

Thanks, I was unaware of using the back dial in "M" and was super frustrated I was unable to change my setting like I wanted; always had only 2/3 Aperture and ISO never could figure out how to change the Speed...such a complex maze of buttons and dials. So I found myself limited to "A" and "S" modes. Now I feel Free!

[@mattisulanto]

Glad I could help!

[@rendermanpro]

Panasonic have the best in camera menu system.

[@leofox7633]

Helped a lot

[@agostinopadula6174]

Amazing t-shirt

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks.

[@Win-st2de]

Hello Sir, do you have a video review for Lumix GF10? and what is ideal settings for over all photo shooting and video setting for it? thanks so much for answering my query

[@mattisulanto]

The GF10 seems to be almost identical to the GX880. Please use the search feature on my channel page for my GX880 videos.

[@Win-st2de]

@mattisulanto thank you so much just new to the lumix camera and got this years ago wanted to know what is the right or ideal settings to use really appreciate it

[@mattisulanto]

@@Win-st2de There are no universal "ideal settings". Please do check out my videos and maybe you'll find something useful there.

[@Win-st2de]

@@mattisulanto thank you so much will do I am a type of just shoot and pick what is very good to me guy for pictures mostly candid shots

[@hoggif]

I enabled back button focusing. It does not disable front button on my GH5. I'm giving that a try. I almost never used exposure lock and if I need one, shutter does both locks (if no back focus is used) and if back focus has been pressed shutter locks exposure. I never thought of putting iso to back wheel because on Canon it has fixed other feature. Now that I shoot mostly with Lumix I need to give that a try. I'm shooting manual most of the time and ISO has been a pain to adjust quickly so far.

[@lorenschwiderski]

i predict that if you go with back dial for exposure, you will like it. On my primes I am now starting with a minus 1/3 with both Panny and Oly lenses -- with kit zooms, I start out with standard - no compensation.

[@franciscosunworld]

Thanks…but would you do a similar video for the S5II?👌

[@mattisulanto]

I'm not a brand ambassador any more and don't have access to the S5II, so unfortunately I can't make the video you are asking.

[@patrick.991]

Micro 4/3 cameras always save the RAW as 4:3 even when you select 3:2? Didn't know that, thank you!

[@amanandapan9635]

Can you do a video on Silkypic Development Studio SE come with Panasonic camera?

[@mattisulanto]

I'll take look at it and let's see.

[@amanandapan9635]

@@mattisulanto Thank you.

[@louissapienza6628]

Matti I have never been able to figure out how to see a photo on my lcd at least in single shot. Thanks

[@mattisulanto]

Do you mean you can't take a photo using the back screen or you can't review using the back screen?

[@louissapienza6628]

sulantoblog Can not view image right after the shot

[@mattisulanto]

You change the settings in the menu. Custom Spanner > Monitor/Display > Auto Review > Duration Time.

[@sokol-38]

Great video. Thank you. Good idea about directions. I will give it a try with my g80. I have mostly the same settings in my menu. I also have braceting options there. What about other functional buttons, how do you use them? A theme for a new video ;) Do you have any non Panasonic cameras in your arsenal? Do they gather dust on shelves or sometimes they see the light?

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks you. At the moment I only use Lumix cameras.

[@EJGentleman]

Great video and thank you for the settings and tips. Have you ever worked with the Lumix 45-200mm lens II?

[@howieyoungmedia7139]

Hi - What FZ1000 settings do you recommend for shooting night videos of Halloween and Christmas decorations?

[@MRSHARECAMBO]

Could you share with me pls, how can I remove the bias bar line from my camera lumixfz2500?

[@mattisulanto]

Are you talking about the Level Gauge? It should be on the Fn9 button by default. That button is on the right side on the screen, it's not a physical button. I don't have the FZ2500, so I can't verify that. Please refer to the camera manual for more info.

[@gemmamalto3847]

Do you have a review of lumix gf6.?

[@mattisulanto]

I don't have a review, but I have two videos where I use the GF6. This is the first one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ_NXn95fdx6i8U This is the other one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqColH6jqqynftE

[@eltinjones4542]

Customising buttons is a pain I just use the camera default settings and the only thing I change is back button focus

[@jobolton6910]

I just got the Lumix G100D and wondered if you have a video for its settings....Stills only. Everyone is talking about the video and not much about still photography.

[@mattisulanto]

Unfortunately I have never used the G100D and therefore no settings video either. I'm also not a brand ambassador any more so probably no such video coming up. However, Lumix cameras tend to be very similar and I'm sure you can get fairly good ideas in this video, for example.

[@jobolton6910]

@@mattisulanto thanks for your quick response.

[@TheEncouragementKid]

any tips on hissing sound from a shotgun mic?

[@mattisulanto]

I think you'd better check out some audio centered channels like @curtisjudd here on KZbin.

[@TheEncouragementKid]

@@mattisulanto thanks dude

[@urycohn3054]

does anyone know if the gh5m2 can take pictures? I inserted the sd card but when I press the shutter nothing happens. Thanks!

[@black_legend_creativity8802]

I'm Jojo I would like to ask you something I have a Lumix g100 my problem is with the speed of the image per second When I use a godox trigger on my camera the speed refuses to go up and it blocks at 1/50 I would like to know how to do

[@mattisulanto]

That is probably the fastest flash sync speed. You should be able use any speed in manual exposure mode. I think you should read the flash part in the camera user manual.

[@howieyoungmedia7139]

What settings would you recommend using to shoot nature videos?

[@mattisulanto]

That depends on so many things, that it's impossible to give any kind of short answer. I think it's best if you try some settings for yourself and then decide which looks the best for you. Film the same scene with different Photo Styles and then see which you like. My favorite straight out of camera Photo Style is the CNED. However, what comes to the exposure, the shutter speed always twice the frame rate, for example: frame rate 25 fps, shutter speed 1/50.

[@atrbear]

Hi, will the camera allow Auto ISO in Manual mode? Thanks in advance for time.

[@mattisulanto]

I'm not sure which camera you are referring to, but most Lumix cameras allow that.

[@paviradhu007]

Hi, how can i change settings of my lumix g80 taking multiple exposure pics in one click?

[@mattisulanto]

Maybe this video can help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5TRi6arZb6bnq8

[@jacktomlinson1256]

Matti how do I change the language on Lumix G9 mark 2

[@mattisulanto]

I don't have the G9II but on the S5IIX you go to menu > spanner menu > language.

[@MichaelGerrard]

Thanks for this, interesting. You said you don't use function buttons much? That surprised me. Also, the on screen buttons, don't you use them? I find them useful.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks! I don't use the screen buttons and I hardly ever use touch screen😀

[@MichaelGerrard]

@@mattisulanto wow, how do you stay away from touch to focus, I love that.

[@mattisulanto]

@@MichaelGerrard I'm a joystick and viewfinder guy😀If I shoot in the studio and the camera is on a tripod, then I use the touch focus.

[@codyLady62]

Matti, Do l need to upgrade my G7, l'm yet to master all the features on the camera. I mostly use it for travel with a 14-140 lens? Regards Rob

[@mattisulanto]

I really can't say, if you need to upgrade. Ask yourself, if you need or want something, that the G7 does not have. I think it's a good camera and if you are happy, why upgrade.

[@codyLady62]

@@mattisulanto Thanks Matti, l know is old and its not good in low light but it works for me when travelling

[@01920487442]

Hi, these camera's controls seem qyite different to my GX7, do you have any advice on how to set up that body please? I hate touch screen, much prefer dial control. thank you.

[@mattisulanto]

My advice is, that you explore your camera and how you can set it up. Where would you like to have the shutter, aperture etc. It's fairly easy to find out which setting you can program to which control. That's how I do it, when I get a new camera. I don't have a GX7 available, so I can't give any detailed instructions, but I'm sure you can figure it out and you'll learn to know your camera a bit better too.

[@edwardpriore9318]

Just need to know 1. how to just turn it on and shoot in auto mode? 2. How do I shoot a PANO picture? How do I look at what I just took a picture of? TY in advance

[@mattisulanto]

I think it's the best if you start by reading the manual.

[@edwardpriore9318]

@@mattisulanto WOW, have a trip in a couple of days and that is too much to ask? I am a visual person and I thought this would be a 2 minute video from someone who knows so much about the camera?

[@elisabethlafontaine8979]

I’m new to Lumix. Just got an S5. Will your video be helpful to get me started? I was a Canon shooter, intermediate level and need some help getting into Lumix. It looks fairly intuitive.

[@mattisulanto]

Yes, my video will help you to get started. The control layout is similar on all Lumix cameras.

[@peterhelenius7614]

Hello Mr Sulanto, I am shooting with an SR1 and I have two questions, 1) Is there any talk of Panasonic making the distance scale show Hyperfocal distance. I have the Sigma 24 3.5, and the DOF scale it shows is so different from what I see on my Leica M 28 lens. For example at F16 it shows a green line from 3ft to 5ft. Should that not be 3ft to infinity? 2) Is there a way for shutter speed, aperture and ISO to remain constant when switching between custom modes. For example I might be shooting custom mode 1, black and white, have my exposure set, then switch to custom mode 2 color, but I then have to set the shutter and aperture again. Keep up the good work!

[@mattisulanto]

1) I suggest you test both lenses and see which DOF scale is correct. The acceptable sharpness is subjective and the DOF is never on/off. The sharpness feathers away slowly until it becomes unacceptable. 2) When you switch to a custom mode, the camera first uses the same values that you used when you saved that custom mode. The idea with the custom modes is that you can set everything the way you want. So the camera has all the right settings when you switch to a custom mode.

[@peterhelenius7614]

@@mattisulanto thanks for your quick answer. I will do some tests in a few days. The thing I find frustrating is that a DOF chart will show a 24mm lens at F8, should be acceptably sharp from 1.37meters to infinity with the lens focused at 3 meters. The green line on the manual guide on the S1r shows 2.65 meters to 4 meters when focused at 3 meters. Not even close to a DOF scale you would see on a lens. I am used to shooting prefocused with a Leica M lens, quickly set with the DOF scale on the lens. The green line on the S1r is kind of useless for that purpose. By what standard is Panasonic using to define the green line? Thank you again for your help.

[@peterhelenius7614]

@@mattisulanto I have been doing more research, seems like the DOF scale on the S1r is suitable for large prints and pixel peeping. Would be nice if they user selectable DOF standards. Fuji film does, they offer a Digital setting ( a shallow DOF for a higher DOF standard) and a film based DOF ( a standard that is closer to traditional DOF scales) I would very much like to see these choices made available to LUMIX camera users.

[@mattisulanto]

@@peterhelenius7614 I made some test shots too and came to similar conclusion. That could be one solution, but also one more chance for a user error😀

[@ciudadanosdelcosmos]

Hi, can i reproduce mp4 h264-265 format on this camera? thanks!

[@mattisulanto]

I'm afraid I can't help you. This video is three years old and I'm no longer a Lumix brand ambassador and I don't use Lumix cameras any more.

[@JustinLetandre]

I sold my A6400 because i hated the issue with ibis, i purchased the g95, I'm hoping to use it for photography. I use it also for video of course because i know its geared toward video use. Do you think ill be able to use this camera for wedding photos? The G9 in the Canada here is out of my budget. I hope to eventually purchase one with money a make from a wedding coming up.

[@mattisulanto]

I have seen great wedding photos shot on many MFT cameras, so you should be able to use your camera for weddings.

[@JustinLetandre]

@@mattisulanto ok, great. I purchased also 42.5mm and the 25mm f1.7 plus my 16-50mm kits lens

[@mattisulanto]

@@JustinLetandre Sounds really good.

[@JustinLetandre]

@@mattisulanto what are you thoughts about sony developing a new micro four thirds sensor. A sony spokes person stated that "they are movingba i a new direction and find the MTF to be a big part of sonys future as we phase out other sensor in our sony line". What do you make of this?

[@mattisulanto]

@@JustinLetandre I don't know where that statement was, but that sounds to me like normal PR talk. However, it's good to see new MFT sensors are under development.

[@sutv6754]

Matti , I'm more a video man than a photographer (but getting into photos slowly but surely) and I wanted to get your advice. I wanted to get the GH5S but was worried about no IBIS. Do you find you miss it a lot? or you do fine with out it. Is the lens stabilization enough? I have been thinking a lot about the GH5S because of the extra video perks. Please let me know what you think. It's important. Thank You, Tom

[@mattisulanto]

I use the GH5s only on a tripod and I don't miss the IBIS. I have also tried the GH5s on a gimbal and it seems to work great. For handheld video I have the G9.

[@ekjellgren]

Would you consider to share your g9 menu setup file?

[@mattisulanto]

Do you mean the settings file that I can save on a memory card?

[@ekjellgren]

@@mattisulanto yes!

[@mattisulanto]

@@ekjellgren Not a bad idea, but I'd have to make a special edition to share, because the file would include my copyright info etc., but I'll think about it. It really is a good idea. Thanks.

[@louissapienza6628]

When I take a single shot it does not appear on the lcd screen so I can view it for a few seconds

[@mattisulanto]

You change the settings in the menu. Custom Spanner > Monitor/Display > Auto Review > Duration Time.

[@Filmmaker809]

What about when you shoot video?

[@mattisulanto]

The same settings.

[@gobigrey9352]

I wish someone would do a video explaining the camera to a beginner.

[@mattisulanto]

I'm sure there are such videos and if you read your camera manual you'll learn a lot too. However, a beginner's guide might be one idea for the future.

[@edwardpriore9318]

Yes a quick couple of minute primer for beginners and the video can say, for those advanced people start the video at 3 minutes.

[@PastorMarionGillies]

​@@edwardpriore9318Me too. I need help. Did you find any video that was helpful for a beginner?

[@lorenschwiderski]

With the G90 / G95 www.ephotozine.com/article/panasonic-lumix-g90-g95-review-33425 Can I set a minimum shutter speed along with the auto ISO setting? On my GX85, I can not do so, sadly....So I either watch for too low a shutter speed, crank the ISO up higher, or go with Shutter Priority 1/320 or 1/250 sec when doing street shooting. It works with kit lenses, but with faster primes, I like to go Aperture Priority & avoid F4 on my 25mm f1.7 due to possible focus shift issues. I shoot f2.5 to 2.8 or 5.6 to 8 for closer shots - needing more depth the street scene. -Loren lorenschwiderski.smugmug.com/

[@eljayr4669]

After 7 minutes I closed the video down. As a beginner with a G9 I didn’t understand a word you said. A demonstration would have been very helpful.

[@mattisulanto]

If you really did not understand a word, may I suggest you read the camera user manual (can be downloaded, if you don't have it) and find a basic photography tutorial (many here on KZbin) that covers exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO.

[@randall.chamberlain]

If you didn't understand the video, you got the wrong video mate. He never claimed this was for beginners. This is for people who already understand the technicalities of photography and want to see how to apply them with these particular set of gear. Weird comment mate, sorry to say.

[@stuartmenzies3928]

Your all over tyhe place I am learner too much info

[@ГеннадийЮнкин]

Real photographers shoot with SLR cameras

[@Mr007jamster]

Why's that?