How to use the Self-timer on Lumix models DC-FZ1000M2, DC-G95, DC-S1, DC-S1H, DC-S1R

Applicable Shooting modes

For models DC-S1, DC-S1R, DC-S1H:

For models DC-FZ1000M2, DC-G95:

1. Set the drive mode dial to [ Self timer ].
2. Decide on the composition and then adjust the focus.
   • Press the shutter button halfway.
   • The focus and exposure are fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
3. Start recording.
   • Press the shutter button fully.
   • The self-timer lamp blinks and then the shutter is released.

Setting the Self-timer Time

For models DC-S1/DC-S1R/DC-S1H: [ Menu/Set ] → [ Still shooting ] → [ Still Shooting Settings ] → [ Self Timer ]

For models DC-FZ1000M2, DC-G95: [ Menu ] → [ Rec ] → [ Self-Timer ]

Different Self-Timer settings

Icon	Settings	Description
[ 10 second timer icon ]	10 Second Timer	Takes a picture after 10 seconds.
[ 10 Second self-timer icon ]	10 Second Self-Timer	Takes 3 pictures at approx. 2 second intervals after 10 seconds.
[ 2 second timer icon ]	2 Second Timer	Takes a picture after 2 seconds. This setting is a convenient way to avoid camera blur caused by pressing the shutter button.

Note:

• We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer.
• When the following functions are being used, [ 10 Second Self-Timer ] is not available:
  • Filter Settings: Simultaneous Record without Filter
  • Bracket recording
  • Multiple Exposure
• The self-timer does not work while you are using the following functions:
  • High Resolution Mode
  • Post-Focus
• For models DC-FZ1000M2, DC-G95: This function is not available in the following cases:
  • During motion picture recording