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Views: 222 Author: Tina Publish Time: 2025-04-27 Origin: Site
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● Understanding the GH5 LCD Display and Its Functions
● How to Turn Off the LCD Display on GH5
>> 1. Using the Display Button
>> 2. Disable the Display Button to Prevent Accidental Screen Off
>> 3. Switch Between LCD and EVF Using the LVF Monitor Switch
>> 4. Use the Constant Preview Feature for Live LCD Display
>> 5. External Monitor Settings Affecting LCD Display
● Troubleshooting Common LCD Display Issues
>> Screen Goes Black Unexpectedly
>> Accidental Screen Off During Recording
>> No Image on LCD When External Monitor Connected
>> 1. How do I prevent the GH5 LCD from turning off automatically?
>> 2. Can I disable the Display button to stop accidental screen off?
>> 3. How do I switch between the LCD screen and an external monitor?
>> 4. What is Constant Preview and how do I enable it?
>> 5. Why does my GH5 screen go black randomly?
The Panasonic Lumix GH5 is a highly versatile camera favored by photographers and videographers alike. However, sometimes users want to turn off the LCD display for various reasons-such as conserving battery, avoiding distractions while filming, or when using an external monitor. This comprehensive guide will explain multiple methods to turn off or disable the LCD display on the GH5, including how to prevent accidental screen toggling, manage external monitor settings, and troubleshoot common screen issues.
The GH5's LCD screen is a key interface for composing shots, reviewing images, and accessing menus. However, it can be turned off or disabled in several ways:
- Manually turning off the display
- Using the “Display” button on the camera
- Using the “Operation Lock” feature to disable the display button
- Switching between the LCD and the electronic viewfinder (EVF)
- Using external monitor settings
The GH5 has a dedicated Display (Disp) button on the back that cycles through different screen display modes, including turning off the LCD display. Pressing this button repeatedly will toggle the LCD between:
- Full display with information
- Minimal display
- Screen off (black)
This is the quickest way to turn off the LCD manually during shooting or playback.
Many users find the Display button inconveniently placed, leading to accidental presses that turn off the screen unexpectedly. Fortunately, the GH5 offers a way to disable the Display button via the Operation Lock feature.
Steps to disable the Display button:
- Assign the Operation Lock function to one of the camera's function buttons (FN buttons).
- Go to Menu > Custom Settings > Operation > Operation Lock Settings.
- Turn off all options except the DISP button to lock only the Display button.
- Press the assigned function button to activate Operation Lock.
- When enabled, pressing the Display button will no longer turn off the LCD; instead, the camera shows a warning that Operation Lock is active.
- To unlock, press the function button again.
This method prevents accidental screen toggling while shooting or recording[2][6].
The GH5 automatically switches between the LCD and the electronic viewfinder (EVF) using a proximity sensor near the EVF. Sometimes this causes the LCD to go black unexpectedly.
To control this behavior:
- Press the Fn (Function) button labeled “LVF” to toggle between:
- EVF only
- LCD only
- Auto switch (default)
- Alternatively, go to Menu > Setup (Wrench icon) > I Sensor.
- Adjust LVF Monitor Switch settings to your preference:
- Auto (switches between EVF and LCD automatically)
- EVF only
- LCD only
Setting it to LCD only will keep the LCD on and prevent it from going black when the sensor detects proximity[3][4].
If you want the LCD to stay on and show a live preview continuously (especially in photo mode), enable Constant Preview:
- Go to Menu > Custom (C Wrench icon) > Monitor/Display > Constant Preview.
- Set it to On.
This ensures the LCD shows a live preview as you adjust settings like ISO, white balance, and exposure[1][7].
When using an external monitor connected via HDMI, the GH5 allows you to choose where the image is displayed:
- Display on LCD only: Image shows only on the LCD, not on the external monitor.
- Display on LCD + External Monitor 1: Image shows on both the LCD and the external monitor.
- Display on External Monitor only: Image shows only on the external monitor, LCD is off.
These settings are found under:
- Menu > Setup > Display Setup > External Monitor Mode
If an external monitor is connected and set to display only on the external monitor, the LCD will be off automatically[5].
This is often caused by the proximity sensor switching the display to the EVF. Use the LVF Monitor Switch setting to fix this.
Disable the Display button with Operation Lock to avoid this.
Check the External Monitor Mode settings to ensure the LCD is enabled if you want to use both screens.
Use the LVF Monitor Switch setting to select LCD only mode or disable the proximity sensor auto-switch feature[3][4].
Yes, by assigning Operation Lock to a function button and locking only the Display button, you can disable it temporarily[2][6].
Adjust the External Monitor Mode in the Setup Menu under Display Setup to choose whether to display on LCD, external monitor, or both[5].
Constant Preview keeps the LCD showing a live preview in manual exposure mode. Enable it via Menu > Monitor/Display > Constant Preview[1][7].
This is usually due to the proximity sensor switching to the EVF. Change the LVF Monitor Switch setting or disable the auto-switch to fix it[3][4].
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[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akCqbPRdtFc
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQgUTPkK0Tk
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HONIJtlFQ6o
[5] https://www.portkeys.com/page/gh5-external-monitor-settings.html
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