Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gx8 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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1. Before Use
For smoother recording, we recommend updating the firmware of the interchangeable lens 
to the latest version.
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To view the latest information on the firmware or to download t he firmware, visit the 
support site below:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)•To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, atta ch it to the camera body and 
select [Version Disp.] in the [Setup] menu.
About the firmware of your interchangeable lens 

1. Before Use
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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 motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings
According to the [Rec Format]  (P241) and [Rec Quality]  (P241) of a motion picture, the 
required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class rating that 
supports 4K photo recording. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the...

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2.  Getting Started/Basic Operations
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 shoulder strap...

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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 t he 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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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
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When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommend ed 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 di scharged completely.
The charging time may vary...

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By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode
∫Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor)
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Viewfinder)
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 175 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 175 min
When...

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
•Temperature: 23oC (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 after the camera is turned on.
(When attaching an interchangeable lens compatible with the Ima ge Stabilizer function, set the 
Image Stabilizer to [ ])
•Recording once every 30 seconds...

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∫Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor)
[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/60i])
[MP4]  (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/28M/60p])
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Recordable time Approx. 120 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used
Recordable timeApprox. 120 min
Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used...

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2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
[MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/100M/30p])
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These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC (73.4  oF) and a humidity of 50%RH.
Please be aware that these times are approximate.
•Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when  repeating actions such as 
turning this unit on and off, starting/stopping recording, etc.
•MP4 motion pictures with a [Rec Quality] size of [FHD], [HD] or  [VGA]:
Recording stops when the continuous...

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∫Playback (when using the monitor)
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The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the 
environment and the operating conditions.
For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorte n and the number of recordable 
pictures is reduced.
–In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes.–When flash is used repeatedly.
•When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging 
the...