Panasonic G6 Manual

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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 or...

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Before Use
There are functions that cannot be used, or the operation may be different depending on 
the lens used.
Auto Focus
¢/Auto aperture setting¢/[Eye Sensor AF]  (P67)/Defocus control function  (P93)/
[Stabilizer] (P131)/Touch zoom  (P138)/[Shading Comp.]  (P203)/[Quick AF]  (P169)/[Power 
Zoom Lens]  (P136)
¢The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042, H-FS14140, H-FS1442A, H-FS014042 or 
H-FS45150) is compatible with the Auto Focus and automatic Aperture operation during the 
recording of motion...

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Preparation
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.
•
Check that the camera is turned off.
•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to  P348 when dirt or dust gets on 
the lens.
Align the lens fitting marks A and then rotate the lens in the direction of 
the arrow until it clicks.
•Do not press the lens release button  B when you attach a lens....

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Preparation
While pressing on the lens release button B, 
rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops 
and then remove.
Detaching the lens
Preparations: Attach the lens cap.
•
When using the interchangeable lens 
(H-PS14042), change the lens only after 
turning this unit off and checking that the lens 
barrel has retracted. (Do not push in the lens 
barrel with your fingers. Doing so may 
damage the lens.)
A When retracting the lens barrel
To enable/disable the shutter release without lens.
[MENU]...

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Preparation
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.
•
The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) does not have a lens hood.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lenses 
(H-FS14140/H-FS1442A)
Hold the lens hood by placing your fingers as 
shown...

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Preparation
To attach the lens hood that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150)
1Align the fitting mark D on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
2Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it stops, and align the stop 
mark  E on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
•
When carrying, the lens hood can be temporarily attached in the 
reverse direction.
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Preparation
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 shoulder 
strap and then...

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Preparation
Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
•
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 protection to meet 
the...

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Preparation
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any 
problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after 
charging is completed.)
•
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...

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Preparation
∫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)
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 340 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 170 min
When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 340 pictures
Recording...