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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 Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No. DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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 Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body Model No. DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K DMC-GH2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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...Panasonic's parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about optional accessories, refer to your PC. 18 Shoulder Strap 19 Stylus pen 20 Battery Case ¢1 Supplied in DMC-GH2H only ¢2 Supplied in DMC-GH2K...(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 13 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in DMC-GH2K. • For information about obtaining replacement parts. 9 VQT3A36 Product numbers correct as card in the text. • The card is optional...
...Panasonic's parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about optional accessories, refer to your PC. 18 Shoulder Strap 19 Stylus pen 20 Battery Case ¢1 Supplied in DMC-GH2H only ¢2 Supplied in DMC-GH2K...(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 13 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in DMC-GH2K. • For information about obtaining replacement parts. 9 VQT3A36 Product numbers correct as card in the text. • The card is optional...
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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-BLC12PP DE-A79B 17 18 K1HA14CD0004 K1HA14AD0003 19 20 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQ0C14 VGQ0Q65 10 VQT3A36
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-BLC12PP DE-A79B 17 18 K1HA14CD0004 K1HA14AD0003 19 20 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQ0C14 VGQ0Q65 10 VQT3A36
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...; ±¢4 ± (LUMIX G VARIO HD) The Lens supplied ± in DMC-GH2K. ([AFS], ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 (H-FS014042) [AFC]) The 3D interchangeable lens - - - - (H-FT012; The sound of Auto Focus operation may differ depending on the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is not supported by some...
...; ±¢4 ± (LUMIX G VARIO HD) The Lens supplied ± in DMC-GH2K. ([AFS], ± ¥¢4, 5 ¥¢7 (H-FS014042) [AFC]) The 3D interchangeable lens - - - - (H-FT012; The sound of Auto Focus operation may differ depending on the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is not supported by some...
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... the short sides at the top and bottom, and turn in the direction of the arrow 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 detach it stops. Note • It is recommended to attach the lens cap or...
... the short sides at the top and bottom, and turn in the direction of the arrow 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 detach it stops. Note • It is recommended to attach the lens cap or...
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... 160 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min ∫ Recording still pictures (when using it with the AC adaptor... 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. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min Number of time after being charged. • Before removing the...Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 340 pictures Approx. 170 min VQT3A36 25 Do not use .
... 160 min Number of recordable pictures Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min ∫ Recording still pictures (when using it with the AC adaptor... 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. 330 pictures Approx. 165 min Number of time after being charged. • Before removing the...Recording time When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 340 pictures Approx. 170 min VQT3A36 25 Do not use .
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...for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc. ¢ Motion picture recorded continuously in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 120 min Approx. 70 min - [MOTION JPEG] (Recording with full flash every second recording. • Turning the ...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 the camera is turned on. • Recording once...
...for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc. ¢ Motion picture recorded continuously in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 120 min Approx. 70 min - [MOTION JPEG] (Recording with full flash every second recording. • Turning the ...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 the camera is turned on. • Recording once...
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For example, in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 250 min Note • The operating times and number of [LCD MODE] (P59). - When flash is used repeatedly. • When the operating ... life of recordable pictures is reduced. - ∫ 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...
For example, in DMC-GH2K is used Approx. 250 min Note • The operating times and number of [LCD MODE] (P59). - When flash is used repeatedly. • When the operating ... life of recordable pictures is reduced. - ∫ 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...
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... 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 focused not focused Focus indication On Blinks AF area Green - Focus is set focus when taking pictures of a moving subject, the camera predicts the...2 Press the shutter button halfway. (Focusing action for a list of "Auto Focus Single". When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is pressed halfway. Sound Beeps 2 times - AFS "AFS" is pressed halfway. AFC "AFC" is an abbreviation of the subject while the shutter button ...
... 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 focused not focused Focus indication On Blinks AF area Green - Focus is set focus when taking pictures of a moving subject, the camera predicts the...2 Press the shutter button halfway. (Focusing action for a list of "Auto Focus Single". When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is pressed halfway. Sound Beeps 2 times - AFS "AFS" is pressed halfway. AFC "AFC" is an abbreviation of the subject while the shutter button ...
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Press the shutter button halfway to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is attached). - When the aperture value is set to focus. VQT3A36 35 Basic ∫ Subjects and recording conditions which are difficult to focus • ... bright subjects or subjects without contrast • When recording subjects through windows or near subjects Taking Pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in DMC-GH2K is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode lever to [ ] (single). A Aperture...
Press the shutter button halfway to F4.0 (when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is attached). - When the aperture value is set to focus. VQT3A36 35 Basic ∫ Subjects and recording conditions which are difficult to focus • ... bright subjects or subjects without contrast • When recording subjects through windows or near subjects Taking Pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in DMC-GH2K is set to F3.5 (when the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode lever to [ ] (single). A Aperture...
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... 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) 2 15 2.8 16...
... 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) 2 15 2.8 16...
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...162;1 When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [X] is selected. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to [2k] or [4k] in DMC-GH2K is used 10k when taking still [2k] pictures: 2k¢1 when recording motion pictures: 4.8k¢2 [4k] When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - ...Tele Conversion factor will change to 3.9. To enlarge further, set each image aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ ) to a picture size other than [L] [picture size with the DMC-GH2K is selected with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Tele Conversion (EX)/ Using the Digital Zoom [You can take larger photos. When...
...162;1 When a picture size of [S] (4 M), aspect ratio of [X] is selected. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to [2k] or [4k] in DMC-GH2K is used 10k when taking still [2k] pictures: 2k¢1 when recording motion pictures: 4.8k¢2 [4k] When the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - ...Tele Conversion factor will change to 3.9. To enlarge further, set each image aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ ) to a picture size other than [L] [picture size with the DMC-GH2K is selected with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Tele Conversion (EX)/ Using the Digital Zoom [You can take larger photos. When...
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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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... AE Mode. ¢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-GH2K is attached: 45 cm (1.48 feet) or less (Wide)/30 cm (0.99 feet) or less (Tele) ∫ Shutter speed for the external flash. 72 VQT3A36... Take a picture after the flash is activated prior to appear in DMC-GH2H is attached: When the aspect ratio is [X] or [ ]. Recording • At the time of flash photography, when distance with the subject is near,...
... AE Mode. ¢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-GH2K is attached: 45 cm (1.48 feet) or less (Wide)/30 cm (0.99 feet) or less (Tele) ∫ Shutter speed for the external flash. 72 VQT3A36... Take a picture after the flash is activated prior to appear in DMC-GH2H is attached: When the aspect ratio is [X] or [ ]. Recording • At the time of flash photography, when distance with the subject is near,...
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... the screen when the flash level is adjusted. When using a lens with the [O.I .S.] switch on the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. Note • [i] or [j] is set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET] . • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 ... • Select [0 EV] to return to the original flash output. 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 is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the...
... the screen when the flash level is adjusted. When using a lens with the [O.I .S.] switch on the 14 - 42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K. Note • [i] or [j] is set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET] . • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 ... • Select [0 EV] to return to the original flash output. 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 is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the...
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... Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on it a little more. 3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in DMC-GH2K is used) VQT3A36 85 The effective focus range (depth of the picture may become difficult to focus on the subject again. • If you ... 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 changed after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again. • After canceling Sleep Mode, focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it again...
... Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on it a little more. 3 Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in DMC-GH2K is used) VQT3A36 85 The effective focus range (depth of the picture may become difficult to focus on the subject again. • If you ... 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 changed after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again. • After canceling Sleep Mode, focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it again...
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...¢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 DMC-GH2K is used • Shutter speed changes depending on the recording screen to change the settings and switch settable items...
...¢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 DMC-GH2K is used • Shutter speed changes depending on the recording screen to change the settings and switch settable items...
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...on the 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 be ...AF ASSIST LAMP] to use the AF Assist Lamp (e.g. When the 14 -42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to P84 for details. In this case, it will ...to focus when a lens with large diameter is used lens. - When the 14 -140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) • The AF...
...on the 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 be ...AF ASSIST LAMP] to use the AF Assist Lamp (e.g. When the 14 -42 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to P84 for details. In this case, it will ...to focus when a lens with large diameter is used lens. - When the 14 -140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) • The AF...
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...the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with enhanced contrast. optional), the ND filter (DMW-LND52; optional) with the lenses supplied in DMC-GH2H. • It is canceled • Record with the lens supplied in use the MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional), you can...spherical surfaces (flat non-metallic surfaces, water vapour or invisible particles in Wide, the vignetting effect may cause malfunction. • It is in DMC-GH2K. • Refer to protect the camera's lens. Protector/Filter (optional) The MC protector (optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither ...
...the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with enhanced contrast. optional), the ND filter (DMW-LND52; optional) with the lenses supplied in DMC-GH2H. • It is canceled • Record with the lens supplied in use the MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional), you can...spherical surfaces (flat non-metallic surfaces, water vapour or invisible particles in Wide, the vignetting effect may cause malfunction. • It is in DMC-GH2K. • Refer to protect the camera's lens. Protector/Filter (optional) The MC protector (optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither ...
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... the first and second flash is longer when Red-eye Reduction (P69) is set to [OFF] 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 , [STABILIZER] in the [REC] ... recorded. In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing sounds are used , the sound of aperture and focus actions may be recorded in DMC-GH2K only works correctly with [CONTINUOUS AF] (P43). • Be careful while recording motion pictures because the sounds of the zoom operations,...
... the first and second flash is longer when Red-eye Reduction (P69) is set to [OFF] 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 , [STABILIZER] in the [REC] ... recorded. In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing sounds are used , the sound of aperture and focus actions may be recorded in DMC-GH2K only works correctly with [CONTINUOUS AF] (P43). • Be careful while recording motion pictures because the sounds of the zoom operations,...