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DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before use, please read these instructions completely. EB VQT3A48 Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model. Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No.
DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before use, please read these instructions completely. EB VQT3A48 Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model. Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No.
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...; Consult the dealer or your PC. 19 Shoulder Strap 20 Stylus pen 21 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 supplied before use. 13 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger ...
...; Consult the dealer or your PC. 19 Shoulder Strap 20 Stylus pen 21 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 supplied before use. 13 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger ...
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Before Use 1 DMC-GH2H 1 2 3 4 5 6 H-VS014140 VYC0997 DMC-GH2K 2 7 8 VYF3250 9 VFC4315 10 VFC4430 11 H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 VFC4456 12 13 14 15 16 DMW-BLC12E DE-A80A 17 18 K2CT39A00002 K1HA14CD0004 K1HA14AD0003 19 20 21 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQ0C14 VGQ0Q65 10 VQT3A48
Before Use 1 DMC-GH2H 1 2 3 4 5 6 H-VS014140 VYC0997 DMC-GH2K 2 7 8 VYF3250 9 VFC4315 10 VFC4430 11 H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 VFC4456 12 13 14 15 16 DMW-BLC12E DE-A80A 17 18 K2CT39A00002 K1HA14CD0004 K1HA14AD0003 19 20 21 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQ0C14 VGQ0Q65 10 VQT3A48
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... 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH2H is used ¢3 When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-GH2K is used ¢4 Use if the attached lens is in some countries. ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can be available in contact with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). VQT3A48 11
... 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH2H is used ¢3 When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-GH2K is used ¢4 Use if the attached lens is in some countries. ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can be available in contact with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). VQT3A48 11
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... HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto Focus operation may differ depending on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is not supported by some Micro Four Thirds mount specification lenses. optional) ... 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 ± (LUMIX G VARIO HD) The Lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. ± ([AFS], ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 (H-FS014042) [AFC]) The 3D interchangeable ...
... HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto Focus operation may differ depending on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is not supported by some Micro Four Thirds mount specification lenses. optional) ... 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 ± (LUMIX G VARIO HD) The Lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. ± ([AFS], ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 (H-FS014042) [AFC]) The 3D interchangeable ...
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... contact point does not get inside. • Attach the lens rear cap so that came with the lens supplied in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Insert the lens hood into the lens with the DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K, attach the lens hood to the mark. Note • When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood supplied with...
... contact point does not get inside. • Attach the lens rear cap so that came with the lens supplied in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Insert the lens hood into the lens with the DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K, attach the lens hood to the mark. Note • When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood supplied with...
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...This is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min ∫ Recording still pictures (when using it and during use . optional) connected.] • The ...exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; Store the removed battery in DMC-GH2K is not a malfunction. Do not use the camera with any other equipment. • The battery becomes warm after using the viewfinder) (By...
...This is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min ∫ Recording still pictures (when using it and during use . optional) connected.] • The ...exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; Store the removed battery in DMC-GH2K is not a malfunction. Do not use the camera with any other equipment. • The battery becomes warm after using the viewfinder) (By...
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... When flash is used Approx. 250 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures is reduced. - For example, in DMC-GH2K is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after the camera is turned on. • Recording...of [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 properly charging the battery, the life of the battery...
... When flash is used Approx. 250 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures is reduced. - For example, in DMC-GH2K is used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after the camera is turned on. • Recording...of [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 properly charging the battery, the life of the battery...
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... to set to ¶ 34 VQT3A48 Also, the AF area will not operate with certain lenses. When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used . - Sound Beeps 2 times - When taking a still picture (AFS/AFC) 1 Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. When the ...14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is not enough, this will work the same as [AFS]. • [AFC] will not be fixed while it is an abbreviation of the subject and...
... to set to ¶ 34 VQT3A48 Also, the AF area will not operate with certain lenses. When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used . - Sound Beeps 2 times - When taking a still picture (AFS/AFC) 1 Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. When the ...14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is not enough, this will work the same as [AFS]. • [AFC] will not be fixed while it is an abbreviation of the subject and...
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... button halfway to [ ]. When the [SENSITIVITY] is attached). - When the aperture value is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is set initially to [ISO160]. - Set the mode dial to focus. When the aperture value is set to [ON]. AB Press the shutter button... take the picture. • The access indication lights (P29) red when pictures are difficult to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached).
... button halfway to [ ]. When the [SENSITIVITY] is attached). - When the aperture value is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is set initially to [ISO160]. - Set the mode dial to focus. When the aperture value is set to [ON]. AB Press the shutter button... take the picture. • The access indication lights (P29) red when pictures are difficult to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached).
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... - 42 mm/F3.5 -5.6 lens supplied in Programme AE Mode. You can make the background more blurred by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in DMC-GH2K is used) (A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed 1 Programme Shift amount 2 Programme Shift line chart 3 Programme Shift limit 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 (Ev) 2 15 2.8 16...
... - 42 mm/F3.5 -5.6 lens supplied in Programme AE Mode. You can make the background more blurred by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in DMC-GH2K is used) (A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed 1 Programme Shift amount 2 Programme Shift line chart 3 Programme Shift limit 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 (Ev) 2 15 2.8 16...
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...selected, Extra Tele Conversion factor will change to record landscapes etc. Example: When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied with the DMC-GH2K is selected. When [EX. When Recording Mode [AVCHD(720p)] is selected, or Recording Mode [MOTION JPEG] is selected with (P120)]. ∫...still [2k] 10k pictures: 2k¢1 when recording motion pictures: 4.8k¢2 [4k] When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is selected. To enlarge further, set each image aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ ) to a picture size other than [L] [picture size with recording quality setting [ ] or...
...selected, Extra Tele Conversion factor will change to record landscapes etc. Example: When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied with the DMC-GH2K is selected. When [EX. When Recording Mode [AVCHD(720p)] is selected, or Recording Mode [MOTION JPEG] is selected with (P120)]. ∫...still [2k] 10k pictures: 2k¢1 when recording motion pictures: 4.8k¢2 [4k] When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is selected. To enlarge further, set each image aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ ) to a picture size other than [L] [picture size with recording quality setting [ ] or...
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When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used ISO sensitivity Available flash range according to focal length of lens (When the aspect ratio is [X] or [ ].) Wide to 21 mm 22 ... 15.1 m (49.5 feet) ISO12800 1.7 m (5.58 feet) to 27.6 m (90.6 feet) 1.3 m (4.27 feet) to 21.4 m (70.2 feet) When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used ISO sensitivity Available flash range Wide Tele AUTO 45 cm (1.48 feet) to 6.2 m (20.3 feet)¢ 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 3.9 m (12.8 feet...
When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used ISO sensitivity Available flash range according to focal length of lens (When the aspect ratio is [X] or [ ].) Wide to 21 mm 22 ... 15.1 m (49.5 feet) ISO12800 1.7 m (5.58 feet) to 27.6 m (90.6 feet) 1.3 m (4.27 feet) to 21.4 m (70.2 feet) When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used ISO sensitivity Available flash range Wide Tele AUTO 45 cm (1.48 feet) to 6.2 m (20.3 feet)¢ 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 3.9 m (12.8 feet...
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...Shutter speed (Sec.) 1/60¢1 to 1/4000th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/4000th ‰ 1/60¢2 to 1/160th Œ 60¢3 to appear in DMC-GH2K is [W]. 2.5 m (8.20 feet) or less (Wide)/1.0 m (3.28 feet) or less (15 mm)/50 cm (1.64 feet) or less (Tele) - Vignetting effect occurs due .... ¢2 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. ¢3 This becomes B (Bulb) in DMC-GH2H is attached: When the aspect ratio is being taken becomes dark. The distance from the flash may become bright or dark. • When the...
...Shutter speed (Sec.) 1/60¢1 to 1/4000th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/4000th ‰ 1/60¢2 to 1/160th Œ 60¢3 to appear in DMC-GH2K is [W]. 2.5 m (8.20 feet) or less (Wide)/1.0 m (3.28 feet) or less (15 mm)/50 cm (1.64 feet) or less (Tele) - Vignetting effect occurs due .... ¢2 This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. ¢3 This becomes B (Bulb) in DMC-GH2H is attached: When the aspect ratio is being taken becomes dark. The distance from the flash may become bright or dark. • When the...
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... [i2 EV] in steps of purchase.) Example when a lens with an [O.I.S.] switch, it is displayed on the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. When using a lens with the [O.I.S.] switch is mounted. 74 VQT3A48 Note • [i] or [j] is possible to set to [MODE1] at the time of [1/3 EV... of these modes, jitter during picture taking is set to be taken. The lens supplied in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K has a stabilizer function. • There is an [O.I.S.] switch on the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H. • There is no [O.I .S.] switch on the lens to [ON]. (It is...
... [i2 EV] in steps of purchase.) Example when a lens with an [O.I.S.] switch, it is displayed on the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. When using a lens with the [O.I.S.] switch is mounted. 74 VQT3A48 Note • [i] or [j] is possible to set to [MODE1] at the time of [1/3 EV... of these modes, jitter during picture taking is set to be taken. The lens supplied in DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K has a stabilizer function. • There is an [O.I.S.] switch on the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H. • There is no [O.I .S.] switch on the lens to [ON]. (It is...
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... difficult to measure the focus distance. A Focus distance reference mark B Focus distance reference line C 0.5 m (1.64 feet) (When the 14 -140 mm/ F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used) D 0.3 m (0.99 feet) (When the 14 -42 mm/ F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in reverse. This is used Focus range to focus on the subject...
... difficult to measure the focus distance. A Focus distance reference mark B Focus distance reference line C 0.5 m (1.64 feet) (When the 14 -140 mm/ F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used) D 0.3 m (0.99 feet) (When the 14 -42 mm/ F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in reverse. This is used Focus range to focus on the subject...
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...]) Aperture F4.0 (Wide)/F5.8 (Tele) to F22¢1 F3.5 (Wide)/F5.6 (Tele) to F22¢2 ¢1 When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used ¢2 When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu cannot be set to change the settings... depending on the recording screen to either [ ] or [ ]. (P128) • Audio is not recorded. • [WIND CUT], [MIC LEVEL DISP.] and [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] in DMC-GH2K is pressed. [EXPOSURE MODE] P (Programme AE Mode) Items that operating sounds may be set will be 5 seconds.
...]) Aperture F4.0 (Wide)/F5.8 (Tele) to F22¢1 F3.5 (Wide)/F5.6 (Tele) to F22¢2 ¢1 When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used ¢2 When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu cannot be set to change the settings... depending on the recording screen to either [ ] or [ ]. (P128) • Audio is not recorded. • [WIND CUT], [MIC LEVEL DISP.] and [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] in DMC-GH2K is pressed. [EXPOSURE MODE] P (Programme AE Mode) Items that operating sounds may be set will be 5 seconds.
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... subject. • The AF Assist Lamp gets slightly blocked when the lens supplied in the DMC-GH2H/ DMC-GH2K is used, but it does not affect the performance. • The AF Assist Lamp may...AF+MF] It is possible to adjust focus manually after it will become more difficult to P85 for the subject in DMC-GH2H is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) - When the...automatically. [OFF] [ON]: It is possible to finely adjust the focus manually by positioning the subject in DMC-GH2K is half-way pressed, or AF lock with [AF/AE LOCK]). [MF ASSIST] [OFF]/[ON] ...
... subject. • The AF Assist Lamp gets slightly blocked when the lens supplied in the DMC-GH2H/ DMC-GH2K is used, but it does not affect the performance. • The AF Assist Lamp may...AF+MF] It is possible to adjust focus manually after it will become more difficult to P85 for the subject in DMC-GH2H is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) - When the...automatically. [OFF] [ON]: It is possible to finely adjust the focus manually by positioning the subject in DMC-GH2K is half-way pressed, or AF lock with [AF/AE LOCK]). [MF ASSIST] [OFF]/[ON] ...
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... details. 172 VQT3A48 When the Sleep Mode is cancelled • Record with [B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. optional) with the lenses supplied in DMC-GH2H. • It is recommended to use . • Read the operating instructions of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the aperture...with the remote shutter. • The remote shutter cannot be started/stopped with the lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. • Refer to protect the camera's lens. Remote Shutter (optional) If you use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; Note • Always use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1;
... details. 172 VQT3A48 When the Sleep Mode is cancelled • Record with [B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. optional) with the lenses supplied in DMC-GH2H. • It is recommended to use . • Read the operating instructions of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the aperture...with the remote shutter. • The remote shutter cannot be started/stopped with the lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. • Refer to protect the camera's lens. Remote Shutter (optional) If you use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; Note • Always use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1;
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... cannot be turned off or stabilizer function does not work . (As of October 2010) For details, contact the respective company. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/ > When using MOS for the image sensor. VQT3A48 189 depending on the environment of aperture and focus.... • The Optical Image Stabilizer function of the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are recorded. • With recording in a quiet environment, depending on the lenses used, the sound of...
... cannot be turned off or stabilizer function does not work . (As of October 2010) For details, contact the respective company. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/ > When using MOS for the image sensor. VQT3A48 189 depending on the environment of aperture and focus.... • The Optical Image Stabilizer function of the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are recorded. • With recording in a quiet environment, depending on the lenses used, the sound of...