DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit Model No. DMC-GF2C/DMC-GF2K DMC-GF2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for Advanced Features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 2 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the model and serial numbers in the space below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 3 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 4 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 5 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 6 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Contents Information for Your Safety...............................................................................................2 Standard Accessories.......................................................................................................7 Names and Functions of Components .............................................................................9 About the Lens..................................................................
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. 1 Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) 2 Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.” (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.
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DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 9 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 Sensor 2 Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp 3 Flash 4 Lens fitting mark 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button 1 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 Flash open button Speaker Rear dial Touch panel/LCD monitor Playback button [Q.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 10 ページ 16 17 18 19 20 ２０１０年１１月１８日 Stereo microphone Shutter button Motion picture button Focus distance reference mark Hot shoe cover • Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of 木曜日 午前９時５２分 16 17 18 children to prevent swallowing. 21 Camera ON/OFF switch 22 Status indicator 23 Intelligent Auto button 24 Shoulder strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 11 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ Lens H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.) 31 Lens surface 32 Focus ring 33 Contact point 34 Lens fitting mark 31 32 33 H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 12 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. • When selecting features using the touch This is used when performing tasks such as moving to the next image by dragging horizontally, or changing the range of the displayed image.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 About the Lens ∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens This unit can use the 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 use of the pictures. ∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 14 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them. • Do not put your hands inside the mount. Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 15 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Detaching a lens from the camera body Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button D while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside. • Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not get scratched.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper. Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the hole on the other side of the stopper.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 17 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLD10PP. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. 90° ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator A of the charger will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 19 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ Charging time Charging time Approx. 120 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ Recording still pictures [when using the Optional Live Viewfinder] (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures Recording time Approx. 165 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 310 pictures Recording time Approx.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 21 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 ∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor) – [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Continuous recordable time Approx. 130 min Actual recordable time Approx. 70 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Continuous recordable time Approx. 120 min Actual recordable time Approx.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 22 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. OPEN LOCK • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLD10PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 23 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 About the Card About cards that can be used with this unit The following cards which conform to the SD standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.) Type of card which can be used with this unit SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) Remarks • SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 24 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Access to the card The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the card is being formatted]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 25 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) The clock can be setup with the following procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For details, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 1 lights when you turn this unit on. A [MENU/SET] button Touch [CLOCK SET].
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 26 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Selecting the [REC] Mode Press [MENU/SET]. Touch [REC MODE]. • A screen listing the [REC] Mode is displayed. Touch the [REC] Mode to select. ∫ List of [REC] Modes Program AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 27 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Taking a Still picture Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4( ). Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 28 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. A [(] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button. • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 29 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded. Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 30 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Playing Back Motion Pictures • This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were taken with this model (only). • Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(].
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 31 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [REC] Mode: ñ Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Press [¦]. A [¦] button • [¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 32 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 33 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. • [ ] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame will be displayed in yellow, and it will determine the most appropriate scene for the locked subject.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 34 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 Defocus control function You can set to your preferred blurriness. 1 Touch [ × ] to display the setting screen. 2 3 Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [ • Defocus Control is canceled by touching [ 34 VQT3E96 (ENG) ]. ].
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 35 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. A [(] button To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch [ ]. Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. Touch [YES].
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 36 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Setting the Menu When [MENU/SET] is pressed, [REC MODE] and 5 menus ([REC], [MOTION PICTURE], [CUSTOM], [SETUP], and [PLAYBACK]) are displayed. In the 5 different menus, there are menus that allow you to setup the recording or playback to your preference, or make it more fun and easier to use the camera. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 37 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Setting menu items This section describes how to setup the menu items. • If you set [MENU RESUME] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase. Press [MENU/SET]. Select the menu by pressing 3/4/2/1 or by rotating the rear dial. • Press [ ] to return to the recording screen. • It can also be set by the touch operation.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 38 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Select the settings by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • The figure on the right is an example of setting [I.DYNAMIC] from [OFF] to [HIGH]. or Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set. or Press [ ] to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] mode menu 1 Press 2.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 39 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Underexposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press the rear dial to switch to Exposure Compensation operation.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 40 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [REC] Mode: ±´ Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 41 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Shutter-priority AE When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed. • It will switch between shutter speed setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER].
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 42 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [REC] Mode: ² Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set [REC] Mode to [ ]. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 43 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for Advanced Features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). Select the desired language and then click [Operating Instructions] to install.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 44 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-GF2): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used] 2.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 1.7 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used] 1.
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DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 46 ページ Recording quality Motion pictures: Quality: Recording file format Still Picture: ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 [AVCHD] (With audio) When set to [FSH]: 1920k1080 pixels (60i¢ recording/ Approx. 17 Mbps)/ When set to [FH]: 1920k1080 pixels (60i¢ recording/ Approx. 13 Mbps)/ When set to [SH]: 1280k720 pixels (60p¢ recording/ Approx. 17 Mbps)/ When set to [H]: 1280k720 pixels (60p¢ recording/ Approx. 13 Mbps) (¢Sensor output is 30 frames/sec.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 47 ページ Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A93B): ２０１０年１１月１８日 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A Voltage/capacity: 午前９時５２分 Information for your safety Input: Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLD10PP): 木曜日 Information for your safety 7.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 48 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Interchangeable Lens (H-H014) “LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.” Focal length: f=14 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm) Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range: F2.5 Minimum aperture value: F22 Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical lenses) In focus distance: 0.18 m (0.59 feet) to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line) Maximum image magnification: 0.1k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.
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DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 51 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling 6.95 Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 52 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 53 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us.panasonic.com When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
DMC-GF2PP-VQT3E96_eng.book 54 ページ ２０１０年１１月１８日 木曜日 午前９時５２分 Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/help or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
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VQT3E96~BCover_eng.fm 56 ページ ２０１０年１１月１９日 金曜日 午前１０時３９分 • G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System standard. • Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other countries.
