Page 1 Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Model No. DMC-GH2 LUM|X H__l Vt rALi_F _ Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3A36...
Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the model and serial numbers in the space below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera.
Page 3 DMC-GH2 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
Page 4 • About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
Page 5 • Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject strong pressure. The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents • How to set focus when recording a motion picture (Continuous AF) ..43 Information for Your Safety ....... 2 • Recording Motion Picture ....44 Playing Back Motion Pictures ....46 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Before Use Function (iI_: Intelligent Auto Mode) ..
Page 7 Confirm the Effects of Aperture and • I.R [I.RESOLUTION] ...... 122 Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) ....95 • i(_ [I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent Taking Expressive Portraits and dynamic range control) ..... 123 Landscape Pictures %lso[ISO LIMIT SET] ....... 123 (Advanced Scene Mode) ......96 [LONG SHTR NR] ....
Page 8 • o.-. [PROTECT] ......• ,_:_ [FACE REC EDIT] ....152 Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures ......Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ..........Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures ........Connecting to a PC ......Printing the Pictures ......
Page 9 "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P198) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information...
Page 10 Before Use H-VS014140 VYC0997 VYF3250 VFC4315 VFC4430 H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 VFC4456 DMW-BLC12PP K1HA14AD0003 DE-A79B K1HA14CD0004 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQOC14 VGQOQ65 VQT3A36...
Page 11 Before Use • Camera body Flash (P68) Sensor Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P131) Lens release button (P21) Lens lock pin Mount Lens fitting mark (P20) [LVF/LCD] button (P15) 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Diopter adjustment dial (P15) 10 Viewfinder (P15, 63, 173) Eye sensor (P15) Playback button (P39, 46)
Page 12 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P156, 161, 163, 166) Card door (P28) DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC8; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) are used. (P172) Battery door (P24) Release lever (P24) Tripod receptacle (P181) •...
Page 13 Before Use • Lens H-VS014140 (LUMIX G VARIO HD 14-140 mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.l.S.) Tele Lens surface Focus ring (P84) Wide Zoom ring (P66) [O.I.S.] switch (P73) 5O 51 50 Contact point 45 46 47 Lens fitting mark (P20) H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
Page 14 Before Use The LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs. This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the LCD monitor. • Do not cover the AF Assist Lamp with your fingers or other objects. •...
Page 15 Before Use • About the eye sensor automatic switching Eye sensor is active when the [AUTO SWITCH] of the [LVF/LCD SWITCH] (P133)in [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON], switching automatically to viewfinder display when an eye or object is moved closer to the viewfinder, and to LCD monitor display when moved away. Sensitivity of the eye sensor can be set to [LOW] or [HIGH] with [SENSITIVITY].
Page 16 Before Use • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) • If a commercially available protection sheet is used, a little extra pressure may be required...
Page 17 Before Use There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing. Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. Pressing: Operations that are the same as [MENU/SET] button, such as selection of settings...
Page 18: Before Use
Before Use • Micro Four Thirds mount specification lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification | ,_ qE|| (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded MICRO MICRO...
Page 19 Before Use • The focal length for the lens is twice that of a 35 mm film camera. (A 50 mm lens is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.) Focal length of the 3D interchangeable lens can be checked on the website below.
Page 20: Preparation
Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P177, P178 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Turn the lens rear cap @ and the body cap (_ in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
Page 21 Preparation Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside. •...
Page 22 Preparation • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. strap through _Pass the shoulder shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. @: Shoulder strap eyelet the end of the shoulder strap through _Pass the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Page 23 The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used.) Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance...
Page 24 • Check that this unit is turned off. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee...
Page 25 Preparation • Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied). • The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged. • Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off completely.
Page 26 Preparation Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is an. • Using a Panasanic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery.
Page 27 Preparation • Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the 14--140 mm/F4.0-5.8 lens Supp!ied DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 240 min • 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 shorten...
Page 28 Preparation • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. open Slide the card door to Push it securely all the way until you hear a "click" while being careful about the direction in which you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright.
Page 29 Preparation The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. These cards are indicated as card in the text.) ii i i_, _ i i i i _ _ i _ _i _i_h_i_i _ h_ __ii_ _ _ ,,,_ _..................
Page 30: Number Of Recordable Pictures
Preparation • About the display of the number of recordable pictures operating time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and operating time can be performed in the [REMAINING DISP.] (P133)in the [CUSTOM] menu. Number of recordable pictures (_) Available recording...
Page 31 Preparation • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator O lights when you turn this unit [MENU/SET] button Press [MENU/SET]. Press _1/1_ to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press &IT to set.
Page 32 Basic switching eMecting the [REC] Node Mode dial (_) [Frill button Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part ©. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. • [INTELLIGENT AUTO] is initially assigned...
Page 33 Basic • Advanced y the aperture value you set. Shutter-PriorityAEMode(P92) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P93) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.
Page 34 Basic Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. "AFS" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Single". Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is 3ressed halfway. Focus will be fixed while it is 3ressed halfway. "AFC" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Continuous".
Page 35 Bas_ • Subjects recording conditions which difficult to focus • Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects without contrast • When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects • When it is dark or when jitter occurs • When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of both distant and near...
Page 36 Basic AF assist lamp • Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.
Page 37 Basic In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
Page 38 Basic modes: _[_][_[_[_[_]__ Applicable Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch in Recording Mode. • icon will change to [_], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
Page 39 Basic Press [_]. [(_] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging (P15) the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 4/1_ of the cursor button.
Page 40 Basic Press [DISPLAY] to switch the monitor screen. [DISPLAY] button • During Playback Zoom (P42), while playing back motion pictures (P46) and during a slide show (P140), you can only select "Normal display (_" or "No display (_)". • Histogram @ is displayed in R (red), G (green), B (blue), and...
Page 41 Basic rear display Rotate the dial left to Calendar screen. played Press A/I'/<I/I_ to select the date to be back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, the month is not displayed. dial to Press [MENU/SET] or rear display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date.
Page 42 Basic Touch the part to enlarge. 1x_2x_4x_8x_16x • Picture can be enlarged also by rotating the rear dial right. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication _) appears for about 1 second. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.
Page 43 Bas_ Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.
Page 44 Basic Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the mode dial is set to [1_] (Program AE Mode). Mode dial Motion picture button Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.
Page 45 December 2008, and some models launched in 2009 (FS, LS series). • To play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with this unit on Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players (DMP-BD30/DMP-BD31/DMP-BD50) it is necessary to update the firmware of the Blu-ray Disc Player.
Page 46 [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(_)]. with Motion Picture icon Select a picture ([_], [R_]) and then touch [_] to play back.
Page 47 Bas_ • Sound can be heard through the speaker. Refer to [VOLUME] (P58) for information about how to adjust the volume in the [SETUP] menu. • To play back the motion pictures recorded by this unit on a PC, use the "QuickTime" or the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 BD Edition"...
Page 48 Basic [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (@: _nteHigent Auto Mode} The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera...
Page 49 Bas_ • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene Mode has been identified as [_], the shutter speed will be slower than normal. Take care not to move the camera while taking pictures.
Page 50 Basic • [REC] Mode menu [ASPECT RATIO] (P119)/[PICTURE SIZE] (P119)/[QUALITY] (P120)/[FACE RECOG.] (P108)/[STABILIZER] I (P74) i 1 [MODE3] is disabled. During motion picture recording [STABILIZER] is fixed to [MODE 1]. • [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu [REC MODE] (P126)/[REC QUALITY] _2 (P126)/[CONTINUOUS AF] (P43)/[WlND CUT] (P128)
Page 51 Basic • The settings of the following items are fixed. Item Settings [ECONOMY] [5MIN.] ([SLEEP MODE])(P59) Flash (P68) [#.A ]/[(_)] [FLASH SYNCHRO] (P122) [1ST] [BURST RATE] (P76) [H] (High speed) [AUTO BRACKET] (P78) [F-]/[_SETTINGS]: [[_] (burst) [STEP]: [3.1/3] [SEQUENCE]: AF Mode (P81) [Le_:](Set to [[_] _4 when...
Page 52 Basic Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(_)]. picture deleted, Select the to be and then press [-_]. (_) [(_] button [DISPLAY] button @ [-@] button [YES] press Press • to select and then [MENU/SET]. Burst group will be treated as a single picture.
Page 53 Bas_ • When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P149) setting The selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPTS], press • to select [YES] and delete the pictures. • Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while...
Page 54 Basic This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera's clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Page 55 Basic This section describes how to select the [REC] Mode menu settings, and the same setting procedure can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, [CUSTOM] menu, [SETUP] menu, [MY MENU] menu and [PLAYBACK] Mode menu as well. • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P134) in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows...
Page 56 Basic ,& © rear Press All' rotate the dial to select [I.DYNAMIC]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press • rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen. ©, rear Press • dial. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it...
Page 57 Basic ® Touch the menu item and the setup. (_) Item (_ Settings Touch to close the Quick Menu. • When operating buttons The Quick Menu can be set by pressing the [Q.MENU] button. Q.MENU To close the Quick Menu, press [Q.MENU] button again. •...
Page 58 Basic these settings if you need out the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P55. I® [CLOCK S ET] •...
Page 59 Basic The brightness of the LCD monitor can be adjusted depending on how bright it is around the camera. A_ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [LCD MODE] [MODE1]: Make the LCD monitor brighter. 2_ [MODE2]: Set the LCD monitor to the standard brightness.
Page 60 Basic Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. [AUTO REV EW] [OFF]/[1SEC.]/[3SEC.]/[5SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway. • If it is set to [HOLD] when the camera is set to [ F-] ] (P35) or [ Q ] (P80), switching of the playback screen display (P40) or enlargement...
Page 61 Basic • If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], match with the image format your TV can display, and select the number of effective scanning lines. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.) •...
Page 62 Basic Adjust the position of the touch panel if a different thing gets selected from what you touched or touch operation does not respond. Press [MENU/SET]. Touch the orange [+] mark displayed on the screen in order with the stylus pen (supplied) (5 places).
Page 63 Recording Press [DISPLAY] to change. [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. (LCD monitor display) • Screens here are an example of when it is set to [_] (LCD monitor style). With the [LCD DISRSTYLE] of the [CUSTOM] menu, you can choose the displayed screen on the LCD monitor to display in [_]...
Page 64 Recording 1 Guide lines are displayed when the [GUIDE LINE] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to anything except [OFF]. Histograms are displayed when the [HISTOGRAM] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON]. It is also possible to display the Exposure meter by setting the [EXPO.METER]...
Page 65 Recording • About the Histogram A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture's exposure. Examples of histogram O Properly Exposed...
Page 66 Recording Mode: _ [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures with the Zoom [You can only use the Optical Zoom in [_], and the Optical Zoom, the Extended Tele Conversion in [k_l], [_], and [_] mode.] You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele) by turning the zoom ring.
Page 67 Recording • With the Extended Tele Conversion, for example, when it is set to [r_] (equal to 4 million pixels), it will take the picture using the 4 million pixels in the center out of the 16 million pixels of the imaging device, resulting to be more of a telephoto...
Page 68 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures using the Bui toin F ash To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. (_) To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. •...
Page 69 Recording Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make _-A: AUTO it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye AUTO/Red-Eye 3henomenon...
Page 70 Recording • Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. Available, Not available, O: Initial setting of Advanced Scene Mode and Scene Mode) _.A _ '_,® _.s f.s_' @ _.A _ _..®' f.s _._'@ •...
Page 71 Recording • The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. When the 14'140 ram/F4.0'5.8 lens supplied in DMO-GH2H is used _¢n _n_÷i,,_÷,, Available flash range according to focal length of lens the aspect ratio i s Wide to 21 mm 50 cm (1.64 feet) to...
Page 72 Recording • At the time of flash photography, when distance with the subject is near, the flash light is interrupted with the lens and a part of the picture being taken becomes dark. Check the distance between the camera and the subject when taking a picture.
Page 73 Recording Applicable modes: _[_[_[_[_}__ Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Select [FLASH ADJUST.] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press ,_/1_ to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can adjust from [ 2 EV] to [+2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. •...
Page 74 Recording • Setting the Stabilizer in the [REC] Mode menu Select [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press A/T to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. [OFF]: [STABILIZER] does not work. (This can be selected only when using a lens without the [O.I.S.] switch.) [MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated...
Page 75 Recording ompensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference brightness between the subject and the background, Look at the following examples, Properly Underexposed exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive. towards negative.
Page 76 Recording • In the Quick Menu (P57) while in button operation, if set to [D] (viewfinder style), after selecting the Exposure Compensation display using the rear dial or 4/1_, pressing the rear dial or [MENU/SET] will allow you to compensate the exposure with the rear dial or _1/1_.
Page 77 Recording • First burst speed has no relation with the transfer speed of the card. • The burst speed values given above apply when the shutter speed is 1/60 or faster and when the flash is not activated. • The Burst Mode speed may become slower depending...
Page 78 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure among different exposures.
Page 79 Recording • Changing the settings for [E]/_SETTINGS], [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in Auto Bracket Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press A/T to select [F-]/[_JSETTINGS], [STEP] or [SEQUENCE] and then press I_. Press to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 80 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures with the Se fotimer [@]. _Set the drive mode lever to Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. (_) When self-timer is set to [_0]" • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus.
Page 81 Recording etting the Method used to Focus (AF Mod÷) This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch panel.
Page 82 Recording Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) • When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
Page 83 Recording The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen. • Position and size of the AF area can be changed. (P83) • When the subject is not in the center of the composition in [[2_]], you can bring the subject into the AF area, fix the focus and exposure by pressing...
Page 84 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ (rig Pictures with Nanua) Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. _Set the focus mode lever to [MF].
Page 85 Recording O Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. O Rotate it a little more. Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in reverse. • If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again.
Page 86 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_ "_ Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AELock} This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. screen with the subject.
Page 87 Recording Adjusting the White Balance In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. Press •...
Page 88 Recording • The optimal White Balance will differ depending on the type of fluorescent lighting being recorded under so use [AWB], [_U.,_], [_H._], [_u._] or [_u_]. • The White Balance is only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera's flash.
Page 89 Recording • Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. Select the White Balance and then touch [ADJUST.]. • The White Balance adjust screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button toward V.
Page 90 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_ etting the Light Sensitivity This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming dark. Press • (ISO). Touch the ISO sensitivity to select.
Page 91 Recording • About [_is0] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject. • The actual shutter speed is calculated at the moment the picture is taken. It is continuously changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.
Page 92 Recording [REC] Mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [_]. otate the rear dial to set the aperture value.
Page 93 Recording • The aperture value and the shutter speed displayed on the screen turn red and blink when the exposure is not adequate. • We recommend using a tripod when the shutter speed is slow. • In Shutter-Priority AE Mode, when the flash is activated, the fastest...
Page 94 Recording • About [B] (Bulb) If you set the shutter speed to [B], the shutter stays open while the shutter button pressed fully (up to about 120 seconds). The shutter closes if you release the shutter button. Use this when you want to keep the shutter...
Page 95 Recording [REC] Mode_ _[_[_[_[_[__ Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed ! (Preview Mode} You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set. Press [@] @ (preview button).
Page 96 Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode} You can take high-quality pictures of such subjects as people, scenery and flowers accordance with the surrounding conditions. _Set the mode dial. Press <1/1_ to select the Advanced Scene Mode. •...
Page 97 Recording • In motion picture recording, [NORMAL PORTRAIT], [SOFT SKIN], [OUTDOOR PORTRAIT] and [INDOOR PORTRAIT] produce motion pictures using corresponding settings. [CREATIVE PORTRAIT] produces motion pictures using settings suitable recording people. • In [INDOOR PORTRAIT], the Intelligent ISO sensitivity control operates, and the maximum sensitivity level becomes...
Page 98 Recording [REC_ Mode: "_ Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded Node} Scene When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode dial to [_].
Page 99 Recording This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. • Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ &S@ ].) • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures.
Page 100 Recording Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. Party • Technique Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ _ ] or [ 6@ •...
Page 101 Recording • During motion picture recording, settings for [NORMAL PORTRAIT] are used. Also, for still pictures captured while recording motion pictures ([_] (Motion picture priorities)) (P107), the age and name feature will be disabled. • The age and name can be printed out using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 BD Edition"...
Page 102 LA, LLC. See http://www.mpeqla.com. For USA and Canada Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way,Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 @ Panasonic Corporation 2010 Printed in China...
Page 103 Operating Instructions Digital Camera/ Lens Kit/Body DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K Model No. DMC-GH2 LUM|X H__l Vt rALi_F _ Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3A36...
Page 104 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the model and serial numbers in the space below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera.
Page 105 DMC-GH2 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
Page 106 • About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
Page 107 • Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject strong pressure. The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged.
Page 108: About Cards That Can Be Used With This Unit
Contents • How to set focus when recording a motion picture (Continuous AF) ..43 Information for Your Safety ....... 2 • Recording Motion Picture ....44 Playing Back Motion Pictures ....46 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Before Use Function (iI_: Intelligent Auto Mode) ..
Page 109 Confirm the Effects of Aperture and • I.R [I.RESOLUTION] ...... 122 Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) ....95 • i(_ [I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent Taking Expressive Portraits and dynamic range control) ..... 123 Landscape Pictures %lso[ISO LIMIT SET] ....... 123 (Advanced Scene Mode) ......96 [LONG SHTR NR] ....
Page 110 • o.-. [PROTECT] ......• ,_:_ [FACE REC EDIT] ....152 Connecting to other equipment Enjoying 3D pictures ......Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ..........Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures ........Connecting to a PC ......Printing the Pictures ......
Page 111 "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P198) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information...
Page 112 Before Use H-VS014140 VYC0997 VYF3250 VFC4315 VFC4430 H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 VFC4456 DMW-BLC12PP K1HA14AD0003 DE-A79B K1HA14CD0004 VKF4385 VFC4602 VGQOC14 VGQOQ65 VQT3A36...
Page 113 Before Use • Camera body Flash (P68) Sensor Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P131) Lens release button (P21) Lens lock pin Mount Lens fitting mark (P20) [LVF/LCD] button (P15) 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Diopter adjustment dial (P15) 10 Viewfinder (P15, 63, 173) Eye sensor (P15) Playback button (P39, 46)
Page 114 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P156, 161, 163, 166) Card door (P28) DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC8; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) are used. (P172) Battery door (P24) Release lever (P24) Tripod receptacle (P181) •...
Page 115 Before Use • Lens H-VS014140 (LUMIX G VARIO HD 14-140 mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.l.S.) Tele Lens surface Focus ring (P84) Wide Zoom ring (P66) [O.I.S.] switch (P73) 5O 51 50 Contact point 45 46 47 Lens fitting mark (P20) H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
Page 116 Before Use The LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs. This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the LCD monitor. • Do not cover the AF Assist Lamp with your fingers or other objects. •...
Page 117 Before Use • About the eye sensor automatic switching Eye sensor is active when the [AUTO SWITCH] of the [LVF/LCD SWITCH] (P133)in [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON], switching automatically to viewfinder display when an eye or object is moved closer to the viewfinder, and to LCD monitor display when moved away. Sensitivity of the eye sensor can be set to [LOW] or [HIGH] with [SENSITIVITY].
Page 118 Before Use • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) • If a commercially available protection sheet is used, a little extra pressure may be required...
Page 119 Before Use There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing. Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. Pressing: Operations that are the same as [MENU/SET] button, such as selection of settings...
Page 120 Before Use • Micro Four Thirds mount specification lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification | ,_ qE|| (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded MICRO MICRO...
Page 121 Before Use • The focal length for the lens is twice that of a 35 mm film camera. (A 50 mm lens is equivalent to a 100 mm lens.) Focal length of the 3D interchangeable lens can be checked on the website below.
Page 122 Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P177, P178 when dirt or dust gets on the lens. Turn the lens rear cap @ and the body cap (_ in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
Page 123 Preparation Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button while turning the lens as far as possible in the direction of the arrow to detach it. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside. •...
Page 124 Preparation • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. strap through _Pass the shoulder shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. @: Shoulder strap eyelet the end of the shoulder strap through _Pass the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.
Page 125 The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used.) Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance...
Page 126 • Check that this unit is turned off. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee...
Page 127 Preparation • Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied). • The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged. • Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off completely.
Page 128 Preparation Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is an. • Using a Panasanic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery.
Page 129 Preparation • Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the 14--140 mm/F4.0-5.8 lens Supp!ied DMC-GH2H is used Approx. 240 min • 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 shorten...
Page 130 Preparation • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. open Slide the card door to Push it securely all the way until you hear a "click" while being careful about the direction in which you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright.
Page 131 Preparation The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. These cards are indicated as card in the text.) ii i i_, _ i i i i _ _ i _ _i _i_h_i_i _ h_ __ii_ _ _ ,,,_ _..................
Page 132 Preparation • About the display of the number of recordable pictures operating time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and operating time can be performed in the [REMAINING DISP.] (P133)in the [CUSTOM] menu. Number of recordable pictures (_) Available recording...
Page 133 Preparation • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The status indicator O lights when you turn this unit [MENU/SET] button Press [MENU/SET]. Press _1/1_ to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press &IT to set.
Page 134 Basic switching eMecting the [REC] Node Mode dial (_) [Frill button Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part ©. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. • [INTELLIGENT AUTO] is initially assigned...
Page 135 Basic • Advanced y the aperture value you set. Shutter-PriorityAEMode(P92) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P93) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.
Page 136 Basic Select the focus mode. • Normally use the [AFS]. "AFS" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Single". Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is 3ressed halfway. Focus will be fixed while it is 3ressed halfway. "AFC" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Continuous".
Page 137 Bas_ • Subjects recording conditions which difficult to focus • Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects without contrast • When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects • When it is dark or when jitter occurs • When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of both distant and near...
Page 138 Basic AF assist lamp • Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.
Page 139 Basic In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
Page 140 Basic modes: _[_][_[_[_[_]__ Applicable Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch in Recording Mode. • icon will change to [_], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible.
Page 141 Basic Press [_]. [(_] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging (P15) the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 4/1_ of the cursor button.
Page 142 Basic Press [DISPLAY] to switch the monitor screen. [DISPLAY] button • During Playback Zoom (P42), while playing back motion pictures (P46) and during a slide show (P140), you can only select "Normal display (_" or "No display (_)". • Histogram @ is displayed in R (red), G (green), B (blue), and...
Page 143 Basic rear display Rotate the dial left to Calendar screen. played Press A/I'/<I/I_ to select the date to be back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, the month is not displayed. dial to Press [MENU/SET] or rear display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date.
Page 144 Basic Touch the part to enlarge. 1x_2x_4x_8x_16x • Picture can be enlarged also by rotating the rear dial right. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication _) appears for about 1 second. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.
Page 145 Bas_ Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.
Page 146 Basic Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the mode dial is set to [1_] (Program AE Mode). Mode dial Motion picture button Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.
Page 147 December 2008, and some models launched in 2009 (FS, LS series). • To play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with this unit on Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players (DMP-BD30/DMP-BD31/DMP-BD50) it is necessary to update the firmware of the Blu-ray Disc Player.
Page 148 [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(_)]. with Motion Picture icon Select a picture ([_], [R_]) and then touch [_] to play back.
Page 149 Bas_ • Sound can be heard through the speaker. Refer to [VOLUME] (P58) for information about how to adjust the volume in the [SETUP] menu. • To play back the motion pictures recorded by this unit on a PC, use the "QuickTime" or the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 BD Edition"...
Page 150 Basic [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (@: _nteHigent Auto Mode} The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera...
Page 151 Bas_ • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene Mode has been identified as [_], the shutter speed will be slower than normal. Take care not to move the camera while taking pictures.
Page 152 Basic • [REC] Mode menu [ASPECT RATIO] (P119)/[PICTURE SIZE] (P119)/[QUALITY] (P120)/[FACE RECOG.] (P108)/[STABILIZER] I (P74) i 1 [MODE3] is disabled. During motion picture recording [STABILIZER] is fixed to [MODE 1]. • [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu [REC MODE] (P126)/[REC QUALITY] _2 (P126)/[CONTINUOUS AF] (P43)/[WlND CUT] (P128)
Page 153 Basic • The settings of the following items are fixed. Item Settings [ECONOMY] [5MIN.] ([SLEEP MODE])(P59) Flash (P68) [#.A ]/[(_)] [FLASH SYNCHRO] (P122) [1ST] [BURST RATE] (P76) [H] (High speed) [AUTO BRACKET] (P78) [F-]/[_SETTINGS]: [[_] (burst) [STEP]: [3.1/3] [SEQUENCE]: AF Mode (P81) [Le_:](Set to [[_] _4 when...
Page 154 Basic Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(_)]. picture deleted, Select the to be and then press [-_]. (_) [(_] button [DISPLAY] button @ [-@] button [YES] press Press • to select and then [MENU/SET]. Burst group will be treated as a single picture.
Page 155 Bas_ • When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P149) setting The selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPTS], press • to select [YES] and delete the pictures. • Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while...
Page 156 Basic This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera's clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Page 157 Basic This section describes how to select the [REC] Mode menu settings, and the same setting procedure can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, [CUSTOM] menu, [SETUP] menu, [MY MENU] menu and [PLAYBACK] Mode menu as well. • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P134) in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows...
Page 158 Basic ,& © rear Press All' rotate the dial to select [I.DYNAMIC]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press • rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen. ©, rear Press • dial. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it...
Page 159 Basic ® Touch the menu item and the setup. (_) Item (_ Settings Touch to close the Quick Menu. • When operating buttons The Quick Menu can be set by pressing the [Q.MENU] button. Q.MENU To close the Quick Menu, press [Q.MENU] button again. •...
Page 160 Basic these settings if you need out the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P55. I® [CLOCK S ET] •...
Page 161 Basic The brightness of the LCD monitor can be adjusted depending on how bright it is around the camera. A_ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [LCD MODE] [MODE1]: Make the LCD monitor brighter. 2_ [MODE2]: Set the LCD monitor to the standard brightness.
Page 162 Basic Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. [AUTO REV EW] [OFF]/[1SEC.]/[3SEC.]/[5SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway. • If it is set to [HOLD] when the camera is set to [ F-] ] (P35) or [ Q ] (P80), switching of the playback screen display (P40) or enlargement...
Page 163 Basic • If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], match with the image format your TV can display, and select the number of effective scanning lines. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.) •...
Page 164 Basic Adjust the position of the touch panel if a different thing gets selected from what you touched or touch operation does not respond. Press [MENU/SET]. Touch the orange [+] mark displayed on the screen in order with the stylus pen (supplied) (5 places).
Page 165 Recording Press [DISPLAY] to change. [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. (LCD monitor display) • Screens here are an example of when it is set to [_] (LCD monitor style). With the [LCD DISRSTYLE] of the [CUSTOM] menu, you can choose the displayed screen on the LCD monitor to display in [_]...
Page 166 Recording 1 Guide lines are displayed when the [GUIDE LINE] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to anything except [OFF]. Histograms are displayed when the [HISTOGRAM] of the [CUSTOM] menu is set to [ON]. It is also possible to display the Exposure meter by setting the [EXPO.METER]...
Page 167 Recording • About the Histogram A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture's exposure. Examples of histogram O Properly Exposed...
Page 168 Recording Mode: _ [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures with the Zoom [You can only use the Optical Zoom in [_], and the Optical Zoom, the Extended Tele Conversion in [k_l], [_], and [_] mode.] You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele) by turning the zoom ring.
Page 169 Recording • With the Extended Tele Conversion, for example, when it is set to [r_] (equal to 4 million pixels), it will take the picture using the 4 million pixels in the center out of the 16 million pixels of the imaging device, resulting to be more of a telephoto...
Page 170 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures using the Bui toin F ash To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. (_) To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. •...
Page 171 Recording Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make _-A: AUTO it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye AUTO/Red-Eye 3henomenon...
Page 172 Recording • Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. Available, Not available, O: Initial setting of Advanced Scene Mode and Scene Mode) _.A _ '_,® _.s f.s_' @ _.A _ _..®' f.s _._'@ •...
Page 173 Recording • The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. When the 14'140 ram/F4.0'5.8 lens supplied in DMO-GH2H is used _¢n _n_÷i,,_÷,, Available flash range according to focal length of lens the aspect ratio i s Wide to 21 mm 50 cm (1.64 feet) to...
Page 174 Recording • At the time of flash photography, when distance with the subject is near, the flash light is interrupted with the lens and a part of the picture being taken becomes dark. Check the distance between the camera and the subject when taking a picture.
Page 175 Recording Applicable modes: _[_[_[_[_}__ Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Select [FLASH ADJUST.] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press ,_/1_ to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can adjust from [ 2 EV] to [+2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. •...
Page 176 Recording • Setting the Stabilizer in the [REC] Mode menu Select [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press A/T to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. [OFF]: [STABILIZER] does not work. (This can be selected only when using a lens without the [O.I.S.] switch.) [MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated...
Page 177 Recording ompensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference brightness between the subject and the background, Look at the following examples, Properly Underexposed exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive. towards negative.
Page 178 Recording • In the Quick Menu (P57) while in button operation, if set to [D] (viewfinder style), after selecting the Exposure Compensation display using the rear dial or 4/1_, pressing the rear dial or [MENU/SET] will allow you to compensate the exposure with the rear dial or _1/1_.
Page 179 Recording • First burst speed has no relation with the transfer speed of the card. • The burst speed values given above apply when the shutter speed is 1/60 or faster and when the flash is not activated. • The Burst Mode speed may become slower depending...
Page 180 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures using Auto Bracket Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure among different exposures.
Page 181 Recording • Changing the settings for [E]/_SETTINGS], [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in Auto Bracket Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) Press A/T to select [F-]/[_JSETTINGS], [STEP] or [SEQUENCE] and then press I_. Press to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 182 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ ing Pictures with the Se fotimer [@]. _Set the drive mode lever to Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. (_) When self-timer is set to [_0]" • A picture is not taken until the subject is brought into focus.
Page 183 Recording etting the Method used to Focus (AF Mod÷) This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Also, it is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch panel.
Page 184 Recording Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) • When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
Page 185 Recording The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen. • Position and size of the AF area can be changed. (P83) • When the subject is not in the center of the composition in [[2_]], you can bring the subject into the AF area, fix the focus and exposure by pressing...
Page 186 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_[__ (rig Pictures with Nanua) Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. _Set the focus mode lever to [MF].
Page 187 Recording O Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. O Rotate it a little more. Finely focus on the subject by rotating the focus ring slowly in reverse. • If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again.
Page 188 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_ "_ Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AELock} This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. screen with the subject.
Page 189 Recording Adjusting the White Balance In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. Press •...
Page 190 Recording • The optimal White Balance will differ depending on the type of fluorescent lighting being recorded under so use [AWB], [_U.,_], [_H._], [_u._] or [_u_]. • The White Balance is only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera's flash.
Page 191 Recording • Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. Select the White Balance and then touch [ADJUST.]. • The White Balance adjust screen can also be displayed by pressing the cursor button toward V.
Page 192 Recording Mode: [_[_[_[_ etting the Light Sensitivity This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming dark. Press • (ISO). Touch the ISO sensitivity to select.
Page 193 Recording • About [_is0] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject. • The actual shutter speed is calculated at the moment the picture is taken. It is continuously changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.
Page 194 Recording [REC] Mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [_]. otate the rear dial to set the aperture value.
Page 195 Recording • The aperture value and the shutter speed displayed on the screen turn red and blink when the exposure is not adequate. • We recommend using a tripod when the shutter speed is slow. • In Shutter-Priority AE Mode, when the flash is activated, the fastest...
Page 196 Recording • About [B] (Bulb) If you set the shutter speed to [B], the shutter stays open while the shutter button pressed fully (up to about 120 seconds). The shutter closes if you release the shutter button. Use this when you want to keep the shutter...
Page 197 Recording [REC] Mode_ _[_[_[_[_[__ Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed ! (Preview Mode} You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set. Press [@] @ (preview button).
Page 198 Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode} You can take high-quality pictures of such subjects as people, scenery and flowers accordance with the surrounding conditions. _Set the mode dial. Press <1/1_ to select the Advanced Scene Mode. •...
Page 199 Recording • In motion picture recording, [NORMAL PORTRAIT], [SOFT SKIN], [OUTDOOR PORTRAIT] and [INDOOR PORTRAIT] produce motion pictures using corresponding settings. [CREATIVE PORTRAIT] produces motion pictures using settings suitable recording people. • In [INDOOR PORTRAIT], the Intelligent ISO sensitivity control operates, and the maximum sensitivity level becomes...
Page 200 Recording [REC_ Mode: "_ Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded Node} Scene When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode dial to [_].
Page 201 Recording This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. • Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ &S@ ].) • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures.
Page 202 Recording Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. Party • Technique Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ _ ] or [ 6@ •...
Page 203 Recording • During motion picture recording, settings for [NORMAL PORTRAIT] are used. Also, for still pictures captured while recording motion pictures ([_] (Motion picture priorities)) (P107), the age and name feature will be disabled. • The age and name can be printed out using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.0 BD Edition"...
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