Panasonic is proud to introduce a new Digital Single Lens Mirrorless
Camera DMC-GF6 from the stylish, most compact GF series of LUMIX G. The
new 16.00–megapixel Live MOS Sensor achieves high-resolution, high
sensitivity image recording. The Venus Engine is also newly developed
for DMC-GF6 to attain high-performance signal processing and the
advanced noise reduction system minimizes noise and even achieves
shooting at max. ISO 25600(Extended) high sensitivity taking best
advantage of the new sensor.
The DMC-GF6 boasts high-speed, high precision Light Speed AF system
including practical full-time AF and tracking AF is available in video
recording. Newly integrated Low Light AF enables quick, accurate
focusing on the target subject even in low-lit situations. Getting ready
to shoot in only 0.5 sec after start-up, the DMC-GF6 never misses
fleeting shooting opportunities.
The DMC-GF6 is not just an interchangeable lens camera but a creative
magic box full of wide-ranging attractive features including the new
Self Shot, Creative Panorama and Stop Motion Animation in addition to
the popular Creative Control mode with a total of 19 fascinating filter
effects. The Stop Motion Animation allows producing unique stop motion
video and the Clear Retouch function enables to erase unwanted part of a
picture after shooting – both operations completes with stunning ease
in camera.
With the Wi-Fi® connectivity featuring NFC (Near Field Communication)
technology, users can connect the camera to their smartphone/tablet
anywhere at one-touch, which makes sharing images much easier. It is
also possible to use a smartphone/tablet as a multi-capable remote
shutter with a monitor. With the Instant Transfer function, photos are
automatically sent to the smartphone/tablet right after shooting. On the
other hand, both photo and video can be archived to the registered
digital equipment such as PC automatically via the wireless access point
(router) at home.
The DMC-GF6 records 1920 x 1080 at 60i (NTSC) / 50i (PAL) full-HD video
in AVCHD with high quality stereo sound. The P/A/S/M mode in video
recording is also available for more expressive creation of motion
picture footage.
Despite its sleek, compact profile, the DMC-GF6 is a practically
reliable digital camera with a built-in flash(GN6.3 ISO160・m / GN5.0
ISO100・m) and 3.0-inch large approx.180°tiltable monitor. Dressed in
stylish colors - black, white, brown and red, the DMC-GF6 brings new
opportunities to enjoy shooting higher quality image with cutting-edge
digital technologies.
New 16.00-Megapixel Live MOS Sensor and Venus Engine for Superb Picture Quality
The DMC-GF6 integrates new 16.00-megapixel Live MOS sensor which enables
high resolution and high sensitivity image recording while minimizing
generation of noise. The image processor Venus Engine is also newly
developed to feature its advanced noise reduction systems. By extending
the control level of noise, controllable area of noise is expanded by
approx.64x in size. This makes it possible to remove large block of
noise which was formally hard to detect and helps produce clear, smooth
image especially for the nighttime scenery. In addition, the
Multi-process NR (Noise Reduction) works in two separate steps allowing
even finer control over noise level. The texture of noise itself,
regardless of the noise size, is improved with this deliberate control,
which is resulting in the reproduction of smooth human skin even in high
sensitivity recording.
Furthermore, the optimum design of newly adopted Detail Reproduction
Filter Process enhances the limit resolution by max. 3% and the contrast
of middle to high range by max. 5%. Plus, the advanced Intelligent
D-range Control offers wider dynamic range while maintaining the smooth
gradation thanks to the higher-precision signal processing performed by
the redesigned signal processing circuit. Suppressing both blocked
shadows and blown highlights, every part of an image – from dark to
bright – is faithfully reproduced.
The combination of the new Live MOS Sensor and the Venus Engine achieves
ISO3200 (Auto) and max. ISO 25600 (Extended). The Low Light AF in
DMC-GF6 gains higher performance in such as moonlight even without AF
assist lamp to set focus on the subject more quickly and more precisely.
Pursuing Even Higher Speed Response and Mobility
The DMC-GF6 boasts even higher response. It takes only approx.0.5 sec to
shoot photo after startup (CIPA). Not only its intuitive touch
controllability on the rear monitor, the optimum layout of operation
devices makes the camera control smooth and easy. The newly added
function lever allows direct adjustment of allotted function - zoom*1,
exposure or aperture*2 control, which works for magnification in
playback mode and page flip in menu. The mode dial has come back for
this new DMC-GF6.
All cameras of LUMIX G adopt Contrast AF for its focus system. Compared
with the Phase difference system AF, the Contrast AF boasts higher
accuracy especially in shooting with bright lens with small F value. The
DMC-GF6 also boasts high-speed Light Speed AF making it possible to
capture fast-moving subjects clearly. Also, AF Tracking enables
consecutive shooting to capture moving subject in sharp focus.
Combined with the Full-area Touch AF, it is possible to set focus on any
point in the field of view which realizes quick and intuitive focusing
operation with free frame composition. In addition, the newly adopted
Touch AE (Auto Exposure) function allows setting focus and exposure at a
single touch on the subject displayed on the monitor.
A Variety of Shooting Functions for Artwork Creation
The DMC-GF6 is not just a high quality camera but an advanced
photographic tool enhancing shooting experience with wide variety of
options.
With the new Self Shot mode, users can shoot their own portraits by
stretching an arm to hold the camera with the rear monitor flipped
approx.180°vertically to get in a frame properly. A variety of options
such as Creative Control can be applied on this self-portrait, too.
The popular Creative Control mode is upgraded by increasing its filter
option from 14 (for DMC-GF5) to 19 (for DMC-GF6) adding new Old Days,
Sunshine*3, Bleach Bypass, Toy Pop, Fantasy in addition to the
conventional Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, High Dynamic, Soft
Focus*3, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, One Point Color, Cross
Process, Low Key, Toy Effect and Star Filter*3 and Miniature Effect*4
mode. Effect parameter of each mode is also adjustable. With the new
Creative Panorama function, it is possible to shoot a horizontal /
vertical panoramic image with consequent shots taken by overlaying the
previous picture and to put on a filter effect of Creative Control*5.
The new Stop Motion Animation function enables producing a stop motion
(stop frame) video in camera with the pictures that are sequentially
shot while moving the object by degrees. This effect makes the object
appear as if it is moving by itself.
Another new in-camera function is Clear Retouch, which makes it is
possible to erase unwanted objects or figures in an image by just
tracing over them on monitor with a fingertip. They naturally disappear
without destroying the image.*3 For photo only *4 Sound will not be
recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative Control Mode and
approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded. (If you record for 10
minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1
minute long) *5 Some filters of Creative Control cannot be used in
Creative Panorama mode.
Wireless Connectivity for One-Touch Picture Sharing & Remote Shooting via Wi-Fi® / NFC with Smartphones
The DMC-GF6 integrates Wi-Fi® connectivity (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) with NFC
(Near Field Communication) technology camera to offer more flexible
shooting experience and instant image sharing with compliant
smartphone/tablet. All these flexible shooting / browsing / sharing
style are made possible with the DMC-GF6 and the Panasonic's dedicated
application software Panasonic Image App for iOS / Android
smartphones/tablets.
Users can connect the camera with a smartphone/tablet by just bringing
them together. What is new is that the setup is extremely quick and
easy, making it possible to pair the camera directly to the
smartphone/tablet without connection procedure of information input for
authorization.
Remote shooting of both photo and video*6 is available by using the
smartphone/tablet for a remote shutter with a monitor which displayed
live at smooth 30 fps. Not only releasing a shutter, zooming*7, focusing
and settings of shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation are all
controllable with a smartphone/tablet.
The Instant Transfer function allows the camera to transfer the photo
data to the designated electronic devices automatically whenever shutter
is released. In playback mode, users can also touch the image displayed
on the camera to transfer it directly to the smartphone/tablet right on
the spot. In addition, it is possible to tag the location information
to the image by utilizing the GPS (Global Positioning System) log of a
smartphone / tablet.
Archiving images becomes easy. DMC-GF6 transfers the data to PC or other
compliant electronic devices automatically via the wireless access
point (router) at home. Also, with Panasonic's exclusive cloud service
“LUMIX CLUB”, DMC-GF6 can automatically synchronize images via internet
with the designated devices and web services like Facebook™, Flickr™,
Picasa™, Twitter™ or YouTube™.
The Wi-Fi Direct™ function allows direct playback of images on the DLNA
(Digital Living Network Alliance) – compliant VIERA HDTV*8.
Other Attractive Features for DMC-GF6
High Quality 1920 x 1080 Full-HD Video with Stereo Sound
The DMC-GF6 records 1920 x 1080 at 60i (NTSC) / 50i (PAL) full HD videos
with full-time AF and high quality stereo sound in the AVCHD format
which excels in both compression efficiency and compatibility with AV
equipment for playback. With a dedicated video record button on the top,
users can instantly start recording videos while shooting photos
without any having to make any extra setting adjustments. In addition,
the P/A/S/M mode also lets users enjoy professional-like expressive
video recording. Videos can also be recorded in MP4 format for playback
on a PC or other portable electronic devices without having to convert
the files.
- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds in Europe and some Asian areas.
- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB.
- You can check the recordable time on the screen. (For [FHD] in [MP4]
format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop
below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)
Compact, Stylish Design with a variety of Color Selection
The DMC-GF6 features ultimate compactness in sleek, stylish design
despite its incorporation of useful built-in flash(GN6.3 ISO160・m /
GN5.0 ISO100・m). The design dispels impression for conventional big,
heavy and colorless DSLRs. Fashionably dressed in black, white, brown or
red, the DMC-GF6 matches any style and fashion regardless of gender. In
addition, new power zoom digital interchangeable lens in white
H-PS14042-W is specially bundled in the white camera kit as DMC-GF6X-W.
New Approx.1040K-dot 180゜Tiltable Touch Display
The new large, approx.1040K-dot high resolution monitor boasts approx.
100% of field of view, andit tilts up approx. 180°. The front panel is
directly attached to the new In Cell Touch LCD without containing air
layer in between. The result is that the reflection of external light is
dramatically suppressed. Together with the increased resolution by
approx.13% and improved color reproduction by approx.20%, the monitor
for DMC-GF6 secures higher visibility than ever. Plus, attenuation of
transmitting backlight is minimized to achieve wide angle of view and by
25% of power saving.
The touch-control system immediately lets users to set focus to the
subject by just touching it on the screen and you can even release the
shutter. It is free and easy to enlarge the target point with fingertips
to set precise focus.
Advanced iA+ (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) and Scene Guide for Beginners
For beginners of Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras, iA (Intelligent
Auto) mode supports taking beautiful pictures with a variety of
shooting-assist functions including AF Tracking, Intelligent D-range
Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent
ISO Control. The Intelligent Scene Selector now integrates Food
Recognition mode. It detects food on the dish and captures it to look
delicious. The iA Plus mode lets users adjust defocusing area in the
background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible
control.
The Scene Guide*9 offers 23 sample pictures shot by professional
photographers. Users can choose the one closer to the situation they are
going to shoot and optimum parameters for shooting the scene will be
automatically set. Furthermore, shooting procedure, technical advice and
recommended interchangeable lens for the scene can be shown for users
to learn photography.
*1 When used with Power Zoom lenses H-PS14042 or H-PS45175.
*2 In M (Manual) mode.
*3 For photo only
*4 Sound will not be recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative
Control Mode and approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded. (If
you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will
be approximately 1 minute long)
*5 Some filters of Creative Control cannot be used in Creative Panorama mode.
*6 For remote shooting of video, start/stop recording is available over smartphone/tablet control
*7With LUMIX G Power Zoom Lens H-PS14042 or H-PS45175.
*8 Using [Playback on TV] of the Wi-Fi function, you can display images
on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the
DLNA standard. Please check the following website about the compatible
devices for details. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
*9 Video recording using Scene Guide is not possible in some scenes.
Panasonic DMC-GF6 specifications
Body type
Body type Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Max resolution 4592 x 3448
Image ratio w:h 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels 16.0 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors 16.7 megapixels
Sensor size Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm)
Sensor type CMOS
Processor Venus Engine FHD
Color space sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array Primary Color Filter
Image
ISO Auto, 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, (25600 with boost)
White balance presets 5
Custom white balance Yes (2)
Image stabilization Unknown
Uncompressed format RAW
JPEG quality levels Fine, Standard
File format
RAW
RAW + Fine
RAW + Standard
Fine
Standard
MPO + Fine
MPO + Standard (with 3D lens in Micro Four Thirds System standard)
Optics & Focus
Autofocus
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Multi-area
Selective single-point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
Live View
Autofocus assist lamp Yes
Manual focus Yes
Lens mount Micro 4/3 Lens Mount
Focal length multiplier 2×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD Tilting
Screen size 3″
Screen dots 1,040,000
Touch screen Yes
Screen type TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Live view Yes
Viewfinder type None
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed 60 sec
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 sec
Exposure modes
Program
Aperture Priority
Shutter Priority
Manual
Scene modes
Clear Portrait
Silky Skin
Backlit Softness
Clear in Backlight
Relaxing Tone
Sweet Child's Face
Distinct Scenery
Bright Blue Sky
Romantic Sunset Glow
Vivid Sunset Glow
Glistening Water
Clear Nightscape
Cool Night Sky
Warm Glowing
Built-in flash Yes (Pop-up)
Flash range 6.3 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer
Continuous drive Yes (4.2)
Self-timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images))
Metering modes
Multi
Center-weighted
Spot
Exposure compensation ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
AE Bracketing ±2 (3, 5 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV steps)
WB Bracketing Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis)
Videography features
Format
MPEG-4
AVCHD
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Mono
Resolutions 1920
x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p
(60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps)
Storage
Storage types SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI Yes (mini HDMI TypeC)
Wireless Built-In
Remote control No
Physical
Environmentally sealed No
Battery Battery Pack
Battery description Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 340
Weight (inc. batteries) 323 g (0.71 lb / 11.39 oz)
Dimensions 111 x 65 x 38 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.5″)
Other features
GPS None