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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com PP VQT3A36 DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com PP VQT3A36 DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No.
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...lot of the digital camera body. If you wish to wipe the camera body carefully. Places where water can come into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • This camera is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. The camera may malfunction,...symbol is a precision apparatus, it may cause this unit such as they may cause a malfunction or damage. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or LCD Monitor is not waterproof. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of disposal. 5 VQT3A36 Do not subject to ...
...lot of the digital camera body. If you wish to wipe the camera body carefully. Places where water can come into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • This camera is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. The camera may malfunction,...symbol is a precision apparatus, it may cause this unit such as they may cause a malfunction or damage. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens, the viewfinder or LCD Monitor is not waterproof. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of disposal. 5 VQT3A36 Do not subject to ...
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Contents Information for Your Safety 2 Before Use Standard Accessories 9 Names and Functions of Components ... 11 About the Lens 18 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens 20 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 22 Preparing the Battery 23 • Charging the Battery 23 • Inserting/Removing the Battery ........ 24 • Approximate operating time ...
Contents Information for Your Safety 2 Before Use Standard Accessories 9 Names and Functions of Components ... 11 About the Lens 18 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens 20 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 22 Preparing the Battery 23 • Charging the Battery 23 • Inserting/Removing the Battery ........ 24 • Approximate operating time ...
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....) 11 Lens Storage Bag 12 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before using the camera. Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts.... 18 Shoulder Strap 19 Stylus pen 20 Battery Case ¢1 Supplied in DMC-GH2H only ¢2 Supplied in DMC-GH2K only • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as of purchase.) 6 Lens Storage Bag 7 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G VARIO 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I .S."...
....) 11 Lens Storage Bag 12 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before using the camera. Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts.... 18 Shoulder Strap 19 Stylus pen 20 Battery Case ¢1 Supplied in DMC-GH2H only ¢2 Supplied in DMC-GH2K only • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as of purchase.) 6 Lens Storage Bag 7 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G VARIO 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I .S."...
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Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 Flash (P68) 2 Sensor 3 Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P131) 4 Lens release button (P21) 5 Lens lock pin 6 Mount 7 Lens fitting mark (P20) 12 3 8 [LVF/LCD] button (P15) 9 Diopter adjustment dial (P15) 10 Viewfinder (P15, 63, 173) 11 Eye sensor (P15) 12 Playback button...
Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 Flash (P68) 2 Sensor 3 Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P131) 4 Lens release button (P21) 5 Lens lock pin 6 Mount 7 Lens fitting mark (P20) 12 3 8 [LVF/LCD] button (P15) 9 Diopter adjustment dial (P15) 10 Viewfinder (P15, 63, 173) 11 Eye sensor (P15) 12 Playback button...
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...) 47 Wide 48 Zoom ring (P66) 49 [O.I.S.] switch (P73) 50 Contact point 51 Lens fitting mark (P20) 49 48 44 45 46 47 50 51 H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14- 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 52 Tele 53 Lens surface 54 Focus ring (P84) 55 Wide 56 Zoom ring (P66) 57 Contact point... 58 Lens fitting mark (P20) 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 LCD Monitor At the time when this camera...
...) 47 Wide 48 Zoom ring (P66) 49 [O.I.S.] switch (P73) 50 Contact point 51 Lens fitting mark (P20) 49 48 44 45 46 47 50 51 H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14- 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 52 Tele 53 Lens surface 54 Focus ring (P84) 55 Wide 56 Zoom ring (P66) 57 Contact point... 58 Lens fitting mark (P20) 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 LCD Monitor At the time when this camera...
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...lenses. - About the functions of your use of the pictures. ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the lens you can be used by using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS] (P135) to [ON]. optional), you are disabled. • The available flash range etc. Before... dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your lens • Depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using. • Take some functions such...
...lenses. - About the functions of your use of the pictures. ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the lens you can be used by using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS] (P135) to [ON]. optional), you are disabled. • The available flash range etc. Before... dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your lens • Depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using. • Take some functions such...
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...is slower than the HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto Focus operation may be used . http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.) Focal length of the 3D interchangeable lens can be recorded. ¢6 Auto Focus ... motion pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Micro Four Thirds HD motion picture mount specification compatible lens lens supplied with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R; Refer to use with the DMC-GH2H (H-VS014140) ± ([AFS], [AFC]) ± ±¢4 ± ...
...is slower than the HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto Focus operation may be used . http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.) Focal length of the 3D interchangeable lens can be recorded. ¢6 Auto Focus ... motion pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Micro Four Thirds HD motion picture mount specification compatible lens lens supplied with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R; Refer to use with the DMC-GH2H (H-VS014140) ± ([AFS], [AFC]) ± ±¢4 ± ...
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... there is not a lot of the arrow to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched. Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the lens. Detach the lens cap. 20 VQT3A36 Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow until... it clicks. • Do not press the lens release button D when you attach a lens. • Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to detach them. • Do not put your hands inside the mount. Refer...
... there is not a lot of the arrow to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched. Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the lens. Detach the lens cap. 20 VQT3A36 Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow until... it clicks. • Do not press the lens release button D when you attach a lens. • Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to detach them. • Do not put your hands inside the mount. Refer...
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... or attach the MC Protector (optional) to the lens in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Insert the lens hood into the lens with the DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K, attach the lens hood to protect the lens surface when carrying. (P171) Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. Note • When temporarily detaching...
... or attach the MC Protector (optional) to the lens in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Insert the lens hood into the lens with the DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K, attach the lens hood to protect the lens surface when carrying. (P171) Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. Note • When temporarily detaching...
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...(when using the LCD monitor) (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 320 pictures Approx. 160 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3... (when using the viewfinder) (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 340 pictures Approx. 170 min VQT3A36 25 The camera also becomes warm during and after charging. This is used Approx...
...(when using the LCD monitor) (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 320 pictures Approx. 160 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3... (when using the viewfinder) (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 340 pictures Approx. 170 min VQT3A36 25 The camera also becomes warm during and after charging. This is used Approx...
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... (when using the LCD monitor) - [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH] ([ ])) When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Continuous recordable time Actual recordable time Approx. 110 min Approx. 65 min Continuous recordable time Actual recordable time When the 14... [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on the screen. 26 ...
... (when using the LCD monitor) - [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH] ([ ])) When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Continuous recordable time Actual recordable time Approx. 110 min Approx. 65 min Continuous recordable time Actual recordable time When the 14... [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on the screen. 26 ...
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...times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. Buy a new battery. For example, in DMC-GH2K is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life...Playback (when using the LCD monitor) Preparation Playback time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 240 min Playback time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of [LCD MODE] (P59). -...
...times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. Buy a new battery. For example, in DMC-GH2K is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life...Playback (when using the LCD monitor) Preparation Playback time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 240 min Playback time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of [LCD MODE] (P59). -...
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... (AFS/AFC) 1 Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. MF Set the focus manually by continuously focusing on the lens used. - When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used : 0.5 m (1.64 feet) to ¶ - Sound Beeps 2 times - Also, the AF area will be displayed... if the AF Mode is set to [AFC]. When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used : 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to ¶ 34 VQT3A36 Focus will not be fixed while it is difficult to focus on the subject. •...
... (AFS/AFC) 1 Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. MF Set the focus manually by continuously focusing on the lens used. - When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used : 0.5 m (1.64 feet) to ¶ - Sound Beeps 2 times - Also, the AF area will be displayed... if the AF Mode is set to [AFC]. When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used : 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to ¶ 34 VQT3A36 Focus will not be fixed while it is difficult to focus on the subject. •...
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... taking a picture of both distant and near subjects Taking Pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in DMC-GH2H is attached). You can take the picture. • The access indication lights (P29) red when ...initially to [ON]. When the aperture value is set to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode lever to the subject or when taking pictures, refer...the aperture value is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached). - Set the mode dial to focus. VQT3A36 35
... taking a picture of both distant and near subjects Taking Pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in DMC-GH2H is attached). You can take the picture. • The access indication lights (P29) red when ...initially to [ON]. When the aperture value is set to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode lever to the subject or when taking pictures, refer...the aperture value is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached). - Set the mode dial to focus. VQT3A36 35
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... operate correctly if recording is performed with the camera aimed up or down. • You can only use the Direction Detection Function when using a compatible lens. (Refer to the catalogue, website etc.
... operate correctly if recording is performed with the camera aimed up or down. • You can only use the Direction Detection Function when using a compatible lens. (Refer to the catalogue, website etc.
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... camera off or rotate the rear dial until the Program Shift indication disappears. ∫ Example of Program Shift (When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 -5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used) (A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed 1 Program Shift amount 2 Program Shift line chart 3 Program Shift limit 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 (Ev...
... camera off or rotate the rear dial until the Program Shift indication disappears. ∫ Example of Program Shift (When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 -5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used) (A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed 1 Program Shift amount 2 Program Shift line chart 3 Program Shift limit 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 (Ev...
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... when recording motion pictures differ according to set focus when recording a motion picture (Continuous AF) Focusing changes depending on the recording conditions or lens used, operational sound may be recorded in stereo. The focus position is fixed when beginning to record a motion picture. • It is...], if the sound of operation bothers you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded when the Auto Focus is possible to the lens you to avoid recording the lens noise. • When operating the zoom when recording motion pictures, it is difficult to ...
... when recording motion pictures differ according to set focus when recording a motion picture (Continuous AF) Focusing changes depending on the recording conditions or lens used, operational sound may be recorded in stereo. The focus position is fixed when beginning to record a motion picture. • It is...], if the sound of operation bothers you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded when the Auto Focus is possible to the lens you to avoid recording the lens noise. • When operating the zoom when recording motion pictures, it is difficult to ...
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TELE CONV.]/ [DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ASPECT BRACKET]/[HIGHLIGHT]/[AF/AE LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK HOLD]/ [DIRECT FOCUS AREA]/[SHOOT W/O LENS] • The other items on the scene detected, camera will automatically adjust the setting of the [I.RESOLUTION] (P122). [I .DYNAMIC] (P123) [STANDARD] [LONG SHTR NR] (P123) [...
TELE CONV.]/ [DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ASPECT BRACKET]/[HIGHLIGHT]/[AF/AE LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK HOLD]/ [DIRECT FOCUS AREA]/[SHOOT W/O LENS] • The other items on the scene detected, camera will automatically adjust the setting of the [I.RESOLUTION] (P122). [I .DYNAMIC] (P123) [STANDARD] [LONG SHTR NR] (P123) [...
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...8226; If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting your memory card. The settings of the camera and lens to touch precisely at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at the designated locations... The folder number is updated and the file number starts from the menu icons to reset the file number. Select [YES] to : lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com 62 VQT3A36 For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call : 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to reset the ...
...8226; If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting your memory card. The settings of the camera and lens to touch precisely at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at the designated locations... The folder number is updated and the file number starts from the menu icons to reset the file number. Select [YES] to : lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com 62 VQT3A36 For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call : 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to reset the ...
