Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gh4 Owners Manual

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1. Before Use
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).
∫ 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...

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Cards Compatible 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.)
∫ About the motion picture recording and speed class
According to the [Rec Format]  (P193) and [Rec Quality]  (P193) of a motion picture, the 
required card differs. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or 
UHS Speed Class.
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SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding...

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2.Getting Started/Basic Operations
Changing the Lens
By changing the lens, you will increase your  picture taking-options and further your 
enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure.
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Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to  P411 when dirt or dust gets on 
the lens.
1Turn 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.
2Align the...

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•Attach the lens cap.
While pressing on the lens release button  A, 
rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and 
then remove.
A Lens release button
•When the lens is removed from the camera body, make sure to attach the body cap to the 
camera body and attach the lens rear cap to the lens.
When using the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035/H-FS14140)
Rotate the zoom ring of the lens.
BTe l e
C Wide
•If you operate the zoom after bringing the subject into focus,...

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When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The 
lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted  light in the recorded images and lowers the 
drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off exce ss lighting and improves the picture quality.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens 
(H-HS12035)
Insert the lens hood into the lens 
with the short sides at the top 
and bottom, and turn in the...

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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
•We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from 
dropping.
1Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder 
strap eyelet on the camera body.
A : Shoulder strap eyelet
2Pass the end of the shoulder strap through 
the ring in the direction of the arrow and then 
pass it through the stopper.
3Pass the end of the shoulder strap through 
the hole on the other side of the stopper.
4Pull the other side of the...

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Charging the Battery
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
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Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•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 for purchase in some markets. Some of 
these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal...

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∫  About the [CHARGE] indicator
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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 and 30 oC (50  oF and 86  oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
∫ Charging time
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The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
The charging time may vary...

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor) 
(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Viewfinder) 
(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
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CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].•Temperature: 23 oC (73.4  oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor/viewfinder is on.
•When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card.•Using the supplied battery.•Starting recording 30 seconds...

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The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. 
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures 
decreases.
[For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the number of 
pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number of pictures 
given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]
∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor)
[AVCHD]...