Panasonic Interchangeable Lens For Digital Camera H X012 Operating Instructions

							Owner’s Manual
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.
H-X012
PP
until 
2016/06/22
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.If you have any questions, visit: 
USA : http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
SQT1298F0616KD0
Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support
 (U.S. customers only)
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							2SQT1298 (ENG)ContentsInformation for Your Safety................................ 2Precautions...................................................... 4
Supplied Accessories ........................................ 5
Names and Functions of Components .............. 6
Attaching/Detaching the Lens............................ 7
Using the Lens Hoods ....................................... 8
Cautions for Use............................................... .9
Troubleshooting ............................................... 9
Specifications ................................................. .10
Limited Warranty ............................................. 11THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
Information for Your SafetyKeep the unit as far away as possible from 
electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, 
TVs, video games, radio transmitters, high-voltage 
lines etc.).
• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so  may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and 
sound.
• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic  equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera 
off and remove the battery and/or the connected AC 
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery and/or reconnect the AC 
adaptor and turn the camera on.The lens can be used with a digital camera compatible with the 
lens mount standard for the “Micro Four Thirds
TM System”.
• It cannot be mounted on the Four Thirds
TM mount 
specification camera.
• The appearance and specifications of products described  in this manual may differ fr om the actual products you 
have purchased due to later enhancements.
• Micro Four Thirds
TM and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks 
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus 
Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the United States, the 
European Union and other countries.
• Four Thirds
TM and Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks 
or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corporation, 
in Japan, the United States, the European Union and other 
countries.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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• G MICRO SYSTEM is an interchangeable lens type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds 
System standard.
• LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR  GmbH. 
SUMMILUX
 is a registered trademark of Leica 
Camera AG. The LEICA DG lenses are manufactured 
using measurement instruments and quality assurance 
systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG 
based on the company’s quality standards.
• Other names of systems and products mentioned in these  instructions are usually the registered trademarks or 
trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the 
system or product concerned.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  FCC 
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection agai nst 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipm ent 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par ticular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference  to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turni ng 
the equipment off and on, the user  is encouraged to try to correct 
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fr om 
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment 
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation i s 
subject to the following two cond itions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: 
http://shop.panasonic.com/support
ENGLISH
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							4SQT1298 (ENG)∫Lens Care• This lens has a dust-proof and splash-proof construction. When using it, please be careful of the following. 
If the lens is not working properly, consult the dealer or 
your nearest Service Center.
– Please attach the lens to a dust-proof and splash-proof  digital camera.
– When detaching the lens from the digital camera, take  care to ensure that sand, dust, splashes of water etc., do 
not get into the lens or the terminals.
– This lens is not waterproof and cannot be used to record  underwater. For splash-proofing, the lens is constructed 
to resist the entry of water. If splashes of water etc. do 
adhere to the lens, wipe after use with a soft dry cloth.
• To improve the dust-proofing  and splash-proofing of this 
lens, a lens mount rubber is us ed in the mounting portion. 
After changing the lens a number of times, you may find 
that the lens mount rubber has marked the mount portion 
of the digital camera body, which does not affect its 
performance. 
For information on changing the lens mount rubber, 
contact your nearest Service Center.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• To prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on  or entering the lens, attach the lens rear cap when the lens 
is not in use. • To protect the lens contact points 1
, do not place the lens 
with its mount surface facing down. In addition, do not 
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∫About Condensation (Fogging of the Lens)• Condensation occurs when there are differences in temperature and humidity as described below. 
Condensation can cause the lens to become dirty and 
lead to mold and malfunctioning, so exercise caution in the 
following situations:
– When the camera is brought indoors from outside during  cold weather
– When the camera is brought into an air-conditioned car
– When cold air from an air conditioner is directly blown  onto the lens
– In humid places
• If condensation occurs, turn the power off and leave it for  about two hours. Once the camera acclimatizes to the 
surrounding temperature the condensation will go away 
naturally.
Supplied AccessoriesProduct numbers correct as of June 2016. These may be 
subject to change.1 Lens Pouch
2 Lens Cap
3 Lens Rear Cap
4 Lens Hood• The lens rear cap and lens cap are attached to the 
interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.VFC4430
SYF00832
134
VFC4605 SYA0067
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							6SQT1298 (ENG)Names and Functions of Components1Lens surface
2 Aperture ringRotate this to adjust the aperture value.
• If you set the camera to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or 
Manual Exposure Mode, the a perture value of the ring will 
be enabled.
• If you set the position of the aperture ring to [A], the  aperture value of the camera will be enabled.3 Focus ringRotate to focus when taking pictures with manual focus (MF).
4[AF/MF] switchThis allows you to switch between Auto Focus (AF) and 
Manual Focus (MF).
• When either the [AF/MF] switch of the lens or the setting of 
the camera is set to [MF], Manual Focus (MF) is enabled.5 Lens fitting mark
6 Contact points
7 Lens mount rubber
Note
• When you take pictures with the camera’s flash, the  periphery of the screen may appear dark. In that case, we 
recommend using an external flash.
• In very quiet situations Auto Focus operating sounds may  be recorded during motion picture recording. This is not a 
malfunction. In such situations, switching to Manual Focus 
will improve the situation.
• The aperture can be adjusted with the aperture ring only  when a Panasonic digital camera is attached to the lens. 
(As of June 2016)
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Attaching/Detaching the LensFor information on how to attach and remove the lens, 
refer to the owner’s manual for your digital camera.
• Before attaching or detaching the lens, check that the digital camera is turned off.
• Before attaching the lens to the digital  camera, remove the lens rear cap by 
rotating it in the direction of the arrow.
• To prevent dust and other particles  from accumulating on or entering the 
lens, be sure to attach the lens cap/
lens rear cap after detaching the lens from the digital 
camera.
∫Attaching Filters• Vignetting may occur if using 2 or more filters at the same time.
• It is possible to attach the lens cap with the filter already  attached.
• When using the lens hood and a filter at the same time, 
attach the filter first.
• You cannot attach a conversion lens or adaptor to this  lens. A filter may be used, but attaching any other element 
may cause damage to the lens.
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							8SQT1298 (ENG)Using the Lens Hoods∫Attaching the Lens Hood (Supplied 
Accessory)1Align the mark  A ( ) on the lens hood with 
the mark on the tip of the lens.2Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 
until it clicks and then align the mark 
B ( ) on 
the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
∫Temporarily Storing the Lens Hood1Rotate the lens hood  C in 
the direction of the arrow 
and then remove.
2Align the mark  B ( ) on the lens hood with 
the mark on the tip of the lens.3Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the 
arrow until it clicks into place.Note
• If you use a lens hood and the flash at the same time, the  lens hood will block the light from the flash, causing the 
lower portion of the screen to darken (vignetting) and 
making it impossible to adj ust the amount of light. We 
recommend not using the lens hoods and flash at the 
same time.
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Cautions for UseTake care not to drop or knock the lens. Also take care 
not to put a lot of pressure on the lens.
• Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the lens in as it may strongly shock the lens. The camera may stop 
operating normally and pictures may no longer be 
recorded. Also, the lens may be damaged.
• When carrying the digital camera with the lens attached, 
hold both the digital camera and the lens.When using pesticides and other volatile substances around 
the camera make sure that they do not get onto the lens.• If such substances get onto the lens they can damage the exterior case or cause the paint to peel.
Do not point the lens at the sun or other strong light 
sources.
• This could cause the lens to collect an excessive amount  of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.
• Under no circumstances should the unit be stored in any  of the following locations since doing so may cause 
problems in operation or malfunctioning.
– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer
– In locations with high temperatures and humidity levels or  where the changes in temperature and humidity are acute
– In locations with high concentrations of sand, dust or dirt
– Where there is fire
– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers
– Where water may make the unit wet
– Where there is vibration
– Inside a vehicle • Refer also to the owner’s manual of the digital camera.
• When the unit is not going to be used for a prolonged 
period, we recommend storing with a desiccant (silica gel). 
Failure to do so may result in performance failure caused 
by mold, etc. It is recommended that you check the unit’s 
operation prior to use.
• Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or plastic  products for extended periods of time.
• Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can cause  failure of the unit.
• Do not disassemble or alter the unit.
Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other similar 
cleaning agents to clean the lens glass or exterior 
cabinet.
• Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the paint to 
peel.
• Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.
• If dust or dirt accumulates on the lens mount rubber, focus 
ring, or aperture ring, wipe it off with a dry dust-free cloth.
• Do not use a household detergent or a chemically treated  cloth.
A sound is heard when the camera is turned on or off.
When I take pictures of a bright subject, such as a 
subject outside, or when I take pictures with a large 
aperture value, the lens makes a sound.
• This is the sound of lens or aperture movement and is not  a malfunction.
Troubleshooting
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							10SQT1298 (ENG)SpecificationsSpecifications are subject to change without notice.
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA 
“LEICA DG SUMMILUX 12 mm/F1.4 ASPH.”Focal length f=12 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm)
Aperture type 9 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum aperture F1.4
Minimum aperture value F16
Lens construction 15 elements in 12 groups 
(2 aspherical lenses, 1 ED lens, 2 UED lenses)
In focus distance 0.2 m (0.66 feet) to ¶ [from the focus distance reference line]
Maximum image magnification 0.1k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.2 k)
Optical image stabilizer Not available
[AF/MF] switch Available (Switching AF/MF)
Mount “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view 84x
Filter diameter 62 mm
Max. diameter Approx. 70.0 mm (2.8 inch)
Overall length Approx. 70.0 mm (2.8 inch) 
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 335g (0.74lb)
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