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•When Digital Red-Eye Correction ([], [], []) is in operation, if you take a picture 
of subject with red color surrounded by a skin tone color, that red part may be corrected to 
black by the Digital Red-Eye Correction function. > It is recommended to take pictures with the flash closed, Flash Mode set to [ ‡] or [ ‰], or 
[RED-EYE REMOVAL] set to [OFF]. (P122)
•Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to external input mode.
•Output from the  [HDMI] socket is not possible when it is connected to the PC or the printer.
> Connect it only to the TV.
•Depending on the TV model, the pictures may be extended horizontally or vertically or they 
may be displayed with their edges cut off.
•Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of 
the TV?
> Connect the camera to the TV with the AV  cable (supplied), or with the HDMI mini cable 
(optional), and then play back the motion pictures on the camera. (P156, 157)
> Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic televisions 
(VIERA) with the AVCHD logo.
> Check [TV ASPECT] setting. (P60)
•Is it connected properly with the HDMI mini cable (optional)? (P157)
> Confirm that the HDMI mini-cable (optional) is firmly fitted.
> Press [ (] on this unit.
•Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [ON]? (P61)
> Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In 
this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch 
input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)
> Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device.
> Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again.
> Set [VIERA Link] to [Off] on the TV and then turn it back to [On]. (Refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV for details.)
•Is the camera connected to the PC correctly?•Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly?
> Set to [PC] in [USB MODE]. (P60, 163)
Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black.
TV, PC and printer
The picture does not appear on the television.
The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different.
The motion pictures cannot be played back on a TV.
The picture is not displayed fully on the TV.
VIERA Link does not work.
The picture cannot be transferred when the camera is connected to a PC.
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>Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it  again while the card is inserted in the 
camera.
> Check if your PC is compat ible with SDXC memory cards.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
> A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not 
format.
> If the [ACCESS] displayed on the LCD monitor does not disappear, disconnect the 
USB 
connection cable after turning off the power.
•Pictures cannot be printed using a printer which does not support PictBridge. > Set to [PictBridge(PTP)] in [USB MODE]. (P60, 166)
> When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function 
before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.)
> When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the pictures can be 
printed with both ends.
•This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function working (P177); it is not a malfunction.
•It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when the power is turned [ON] or [OFF], 
and it is not a malfunction.
•You may hear a sound from the lens and image in the LCD monitor may suddenly change when 
the brightness has changed by zoom operation or moving the camera, but there is no effect on 
recording.
The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction.
> Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ] and then select the [ ~] icon to set 
the desired language. (P62)
•This is a highlight function showing the white saturated area. (P129)•Is the [HIGHLIGHT] set to [ON]?
•In dark places, the AF Assist Lamp (P131) lights red to make it easier to focus on a subject.
The card is not recognized by the PC.
The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used)
The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer.
The ends of the pictures are cut at printing.
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The camera makes a noise when turned [ON].
There is a sound from lens unit.
An unreadable language was selected by mistake.
Part of the picture is flashing in black and white.
A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
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•Is [AF ASSIST LAMP] on the [CUSTOM] menu set to [ON]? (P131)•The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on in bright places.
•The surface of the camera and the reverse side of the LCD monitor may become warm during 
use. This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera.
•If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset.> [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message will be disp layed; please re-set the clock. When 
taking pictures, it will not be possible to record the correct date without setting the clock.  
(P31)
•When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in 
folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P165)
•If the battery was inserted or removed without first turning the camera’s power off, the folder 
and file numbers for the pictures taken will not  be stored in the memory. When the power is 
then turned back on and pictures are taken, they may be stored under file numbers which 
should have been assigned to previous pictures.
•Check the clock (P31) and birthday settings (P100).
> Perform the calibration (P62).
The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on.
The camera becomes warm.
The clock is reset.
The file numbers are not recorded consecutively.
The file numbers are recorded in ascending order.
Age is not displayed correctly.
A different thing gets selected from what you touched.
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Digital Camera Body (DMC-GH2):Information for your safety
Power Source: DC 8.4 V
Power Consumption: 3.4 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
(When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in 
DMC-GH2H is used)
3.2 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)
(When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used)2.6 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
(When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in 
DMC-GH2H is used)
2.5 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
(When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used)
Camera effective pixels:16,050,000 pixels
Image sensor: 4/3q Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 18,310,000 pixels, 
Primary color filter
Digital Zoom: Max. 4k
Extended Tele 
Conversion:
(Except for the maximum 
picture size for each aspect ratio)ON/OFF simple enlargement (compatible with lenses from 
other manufacturers)
Focus: Auto Focus/Manual Focus,
Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/1-area-focusing 
(Touch focus area selection possible)
Shutter system: Focal-plane shutter
Burst recording Burst speed: 40 pictures/second (Super high speed), 5 pictures/second 
(High speed), 3 pictures/second (Middle speed), 
2 pictures/second (Low speed)
Number of recordable 
pictures: Max. 7 pictures  (when there are RAW files)
Depends on the capacity of the card
(when there are no RAW files)
ISO sensitivity (Standard 
Output Sensitivity):AUTO/ /160/200/250/320/400/500/640/800/1000/1250/1600/
2000/2500/3200/4000/5000/6400/8000/10000/12800
Minimum Illumination:
Approx. 6 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 
1/30th of a second), Approx. 1 lx (when Creative Motion Picture 
Mode is used, [ISO3200] is set, the shutter speed is 1/2 of a second)
(When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used)Approx. 5 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 
1/30th of a second), Approx. 1 lx (when Creative Motion Picture 
Mode is used, [ISO3200] is set, the shutter speed is 1/2 of a second)
(When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used)
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Shutter speed:B (Bulb) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 60 seconds to 1/4000th 
of a second
Taking still pictures during motion picture recording
Motion picture priorities: 1/30th of a second to 1/16000th of a secondStill picture priorities: B (Bul b) (Max. approx. 120 seconds), 
60 seconds to 1/4000th of a second
Metering range: EV 0 to EV 18
White Balance: Auto White Balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent 
lights/Flash/White set1/White set2/White set3/White set4/White 
Balance K set
Exposure (AE): Program AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE (S)/
Manual exposure (M)/AUTO
Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV Step, j 5EV to i5EV)
Metering Mode: Multiple/Center weighted/Spot
LCD monitor: 3.0q TFT LCD (3:2)
(Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Touch panel
Viewfinder: Color LCD Viewfinder (Approx. 1,530,000 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
(with diopter adjustment j4 to i4diopter)
Flash:Built-in pop up flash
GN 13.9 equivalent (ISO160 · m)
Flash range:
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 4.8 m (15.7 feet)
(When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H 
is mounted, focal length is 22 mm, [ISO AUTO] is set, and the 
aspect ratio is set to [X])
Flash range:
Approx. 45 cm (1.48 feet) to 6.2 m (20.3 feet)
(When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is 
mounted, WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set)
AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/ 
Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye 
Reduction, Forced OFF
Flash synchronization 
speed: Equal to or smaller than 1/160th of a second
Microphone: Stereo
Speaker: Monaural
Recording media: SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card
Picture size
Still picture: When the aspect ratio setting is [ X]
4608k 3456 pixels, 3264 k2448 pixels, 2336 k1752 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [ Y]
4752k 3168 pixels, 3360 k2240 pixels, 2400 k1600 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [ W]
4976k 2800 pixels, 3520 k1984 pixels, 1920 k1080 pixels
When the aspect ratio setting is [ ]
3456k 3456 pixels, 2448 k2448 pixels, 1744 k1744 pixels
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Recording qualityMotion pictures: [AVCHD] (With audio)
When set to [24H]: 1920k1080 pixels (24p recording/Approx. 24 Mbps)/
When set to [24L]: 1920k1080 pixels (24p recording/Approx. 17 Mbps)/
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)[MOTION JPEG] (With audio)
When set to [HD]: 1280k720 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/
When set to [ WVGA]: 848 k480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/
When set to [VGA]: 640 k480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/
When set to [QVGA]: 320 k240 pixels (30 frames/sec.)
Quality: RAW/RAWiFine/RAW iStandard/Fine/Standard/MPO iFine/
MPO iStandard
Recording file format Still Picture: RAW/JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, 
based on “Exif 2.3” standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO
Motion pictures with audio:AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG
Interface Digital: “USB 2.0” (High Speed)
Analog video/audio:NTSC
Audio line output (stereo)
Terminal [MIC/REMOTE]: φ 2.5 mm jack
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (14 pin)
[HDMI]: MiniHDMI TypeC
Dimensions: Approx. 124 mm (W)k89.6 mm (H)k75.8 mm (D) 
[4.88 q (W)k 3.53q(H) k2.98 q (D)]
(excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (weight): Approx. 904g/1.99 lb
(with the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H, card and battery)Approx. 609g/1.34 lb(with the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K, card and battery)Approx. 392g/0.86 lb (camera body)
Operating temperature:
0oC to 40oC (32oF to 104oF)
Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH
Language select: [ENGLISH]/[FRANÇAIS]/[ESPAÑOL]/[PORTUGUÊS]
Battery Charger
(Panasonic DE-A79B): Information for your safety
Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A
Battery Pack (lithium-ion)(Panasonic DMW-BLC12PP):Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1200 mAh
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Interchangeable Lens (H-VS014140)
“LUMIX G VARIO HD 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”
Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042)
“LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length:f=14 mm to 140 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)
Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm
Aperture range: F4.0 (Wide) to F5.8 (Tele)
Minimum aperture 
value: F22
Lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groups (4 aspherical lenses/2 ED lenses)
In focus distance: 0.5 m (1.64 feet) to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line)
Maximum image 
magnification: 0.2k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.4 k)
Optical Image Stabilizer: Available
[O.I.S.] switch: Available (Switching ON/OFF)
Mount: “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view: 75x (Wide) to 8.8 x (Tele)
Filter diameter: 62 mm (2.44 inch)
Max. diameter: Approx. 70 mm (2.76 inch)
Overall length: Approx. 84 mm (3.31 inch)
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass (weight): Approx. 460g/1.01 lb
Focal length: f=14 mm to 42 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm)
Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm
Aperture range: F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum aperture 
value: F22
Lens construction: 12 elements in 9 groups (1 aspherical lens)
In focus distance: 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line)
Maximum image 
magnification: 0.16k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.32 k)
Optical Image Stabilizer: Available
[O.I.S.] switch: None
(Setting of the [STABILIZER] is done in [REC] Mode menu.)
Mount: “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view: 75x (Wide) to 29 x (Tele)
Filter diameter: 52 mm (2.05 inch)
Max. diameter: Approx. 60.6 mm (2.39 inch)
Overall length: Approx. 63.6 mm (2.50 inch)
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass (weight): Approx. 165g/0.22 lb
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Shoulder Strap
DMW-SSTL1
DMW-SSTG1/DMW-SSTG2
DMW-SSTG3/DMW-SSTG5
DMW-SSTG6
DMW-BAG1Soft Bag
DMW-BAL1Leather Bag
Accessory#Description
Figure
DMW-BLC12PP Lithum Ion Battery
Interchangeable Lens
DMW-FL220
DMW-FL360
DMW-FL500Flash
Soft Case : MC Protector
: ND Filter
: PL Filter (Circular Type)
: DMW-LMCH62: DMW-LND62
: DMW-LPL62
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: DMW-LMC52
: DMW-LND52
: DMW-LPL52333
DMW-CG2 DMW-AC8PP
DMW-DCC8
1DC Coupler
1AC Adaptor
DMW-ZL1 Zoom Lever
H-VS014140
H-FS014042
H-FS014045
H-FS045200
H-F007014/H-ES045H-H020/H-F008H-H014/H-FS100300H-FT012
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Product numbers correct as of October 2010. These may be subject to change.¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler 
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
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2When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
¢3When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
If you are using other lenses, please use the filters compatible with that lens.
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4Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.•Read P18 for information about other lenses that can be used.•Refer to P23 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable 
pictures.
•NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local 
dealer.
•Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding optional accessories.http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/(This Site is English only.)
Class 10  64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10  48 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10  32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  2 GB SD Memory Card
Class 2  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2  2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDW64GU1K
RP-SDW48GU1K
RP-SDW32GU1K
RP-SDW16GU1K
RP-SDW08GU1K
RP-SDW04GU1K
RP-SDP16GU1K
RP-SDP08GU1K
RP-SDP04GU1K
RP-SDP02GU1K
RP-SDR08GU1A
RP-SDR04GU1A
RP-SDR02GU1A HDMI mini Cable
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
Mount Adaptor
Tripod Adaptor
DMW-MA1
DMW-MA2M
DMW-MA3R
Accessory# Description
Figure
DMW-TA14
DMW-RSL1
DMW-MS1 Stereo Microphone Remote Shutter
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF 
THE FOLLOWING: 
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms. First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day ( )
Night ()
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)     
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISA                          
MasterCard         
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each Description Total Price 
6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
Total Enclosed 
1. Digital Camera Model #   
Discover          
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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