Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gf2 Operating Instructions

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Before Use
A:[Q.MENU/Fn ] button[Q.MENU/Fn] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick 
Menu) or as [Fn] (function button). At the time of purchase, it is initially 
set to Quick Menu. To switch the setting, select using [Q.MENU/Fn] in 
[CUSTOM] menu. 
•
Some of the menus can be called up easily when [Q.MENU] (Quick 
Menu) is selected. Refer to P58 for details about the Quick Menu.
•Some of the functions can be called up easily when [Fn] (function button) 
is selected. Refer to  P104 for details about the function button.
[Q.MENU] button/Function button 
						

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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).
∫ Leica mount specification lens
•
When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional), 
you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses.
–For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from 
the rated distance.
–When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS]  (P147) to [ON].
•Depending on the type of lens, some functions such as the Direction Detection Function  (P35), 
[STABILIZER]  (P76), and [QUICK AF]  (P132) are disabled.
•The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.•Take some test pictures with the lens you are using.•The focal length for the lens is twice that of a 35 mm film camera.
(A 50 mm lens is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.)
Focal length of the 3D interchangeable lens can be checked on the website.  (P14)
About the functions of your lens 
						

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Before Use
Interchangeable lenses that can be used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto 
Aperture Operation (As of December 2010)
(±: Usable,  ¥: Some functions/features limited, —: Not usable)
Lens type
when recording still 
pictureswhile recording 
motion pictures
 Auto 
Focus Auto 
aperture  settingAuto 
FocusAuto 
aperture  setting
Micro Four Thirds 
mount specification 
lens
Interchangeable 
lens (H-H014)±
([AFS],  [AFC]) ±¥¢
4, 5¥¢7
Interchangeable 
lens (H-FS014042)±
([AFS],  [AFC]) ±¥¢
4, 5¥¢7
The 3D 
interchangeable 
lens (H-FT012; 
optional)
————
Other Micro Four 
Thirds mount 
specification lens
¢3
±
([AFS], 
[AFC]) ±¥¢
4, 5¥¢7
Four Thirds mount 
specification lens¢1 
Four Thirds mount 
specification lens 
compatible to 
contrast AF¥
([AFS]) ±¥¢
6¥¢7
Four Thirds mount 
specification lens 
not compatible to 
contrast AF¥¢8
([AFS]) ±¥¢
6, 8¥¢7
Leica mount 
specification lens¢2Interchangeable 
lens for Leica———— 
						

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¢1 Mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional) is necessary to use with this unit.
¢ 2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional) is necessary.
¢ 3 This function is not supported by some Mi cro Four Thirds mount specification lenses.
For lens operations, please see our website.
¢ 4 When recording motion pictures, the focus is continuously adjusted for both [AFS] and [AFC] 
(P43) .
¢ 5 AF tracking is slower than the HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto 
Focus operation may be recorded.
¢ 6 Auto Focus is activated only when the shutter button is pressed halfway. The sound of Auto 
Focus operation may be recorded at this time.
¢ 7 The sound of Aperture operation may be recorded.
¢ 8 AF performance may differ depending on the lens used. Refer to the website for details.
 
Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible 
lenses.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
 (This Site is English only.) 
						

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Preparation
PreparationAttaching/Detaching the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P197, P198  when dirt or dust 
gets on the lens.
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.
•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 the camera body as the lens mount may 
get scratched.
Detach the lens cap.
Attaching a lens to the camera body 
						

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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.
Note
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the 
lens surface when carrying.  (P191)
In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens 
hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens 
(H-FS014042)
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The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not have a lens hood.
Insert the lens hood into the lens 
with the short sides at the top and 
bottom, and turn in the direction 
of the arrow until it stops.
AAlign with the mark.
Note
•When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens 
hood to the lens in the reverse direction. 
Detaching a lens from the camera body
Attaching the Lens Hood 
						

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Preparation
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.
Pull the other side of the 
shoulder strap and then check 
that it will not come out.
•Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach the 
other side of the shoulder strap.
Note
•Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.–Do not wrap the strap around your neck.–It may result in injury or accident.•Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.–It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck. 
						

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Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
•
Use the dedicated charger and battery.•The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The 
dedicated battery supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this 
unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies 
and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be 
used.) Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of 
batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine 
Panasonic products.
∫ Charging
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
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. There is a possibility that these 
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not 
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit 
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a 
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of the 
battery. 
						

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Preparation
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
•
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•Disconnect the charger from the 
electrical socket and detach the battery 
after charging is completed.
plug-in type
inlet type
The [CHARGE] 
indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator 
A is turned on and charging will start.
The [CHARGE] 
indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator 
A of the charger will turn off once the 
charging has completed without any problem.
90° 
						

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∫Charging time
•
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.
Note
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the 
resulting heat generated.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not 
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully 
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
Charging time Approx. 120 min