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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2C Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2C Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera/

Lens Kit/Double Lens Kit
DMC-GF2C/DMC-GF2K
Model No.
DMC-GF2W
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions
on the operation of this
camera are contained in
"Operating Instructions for Advanced
Features (PDF format)" in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
VQT3C43
EB

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for Advanced Features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT3C43...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    ∫ IMPORTANT Caution for AC mains lead The wires in this mains lead are coloured For your safety, please read the following in accordance with the following code: text carefully. Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. This appliance is supplied with a moulded As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the three pin mains plug for your safety and...
  • Page 4 Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 5 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/ 66/EC.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety....................2 Accessories ........................7 Names and Functions of Components ................11 About the Lens........................15 Attaching/Detaching the Lens..................16 Attaching the Shoulder Strap..................18 Charging the Battery.......................19 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ......21 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery..........23 About the Card........................24 •...

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.”...
  • Page 8 DMC-GF2W DMC-GF2C H-H014 VYF3371 VFC4605 DMC-GF2K H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 DMW-BLD10E DE-A94A K2CT39A00002 K1HY14YY0009 K1HY14YY0008 VKF4385 VFF0755 VKF4840 VFC4634 VGQ0C14 VGQ0R99 DMC-GF2C ¢1 Supplied in only DMC-GF2K ¢2 Supplied in only DMC-GF2W ¢3 Supplied in only VQT3C43 (ENG)
  • Page 9 Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. • It couldn’t be simpler! •...

  • Page 10: Optional Accessories

    RP-SDP02GE1K/RP-SDR02GE1A Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. ¢2 The interchangeble lens (H-H014) is not used.

  • Page 11: Names And Functions Of Components

    Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Sensor Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Flash Lens fitting mark Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button Flash open button Speaker 10 Rear dial 11 Touch panel/LCD monitor 12 Playback button 13 [Q.MENU/Fn] button/ Delete/Return button 14 [MENU/SET] button 15 Cursor buttons...
  • Page 12 When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. •...
  • Page 13 ∫ Lens H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.) 31 Lens surface 32 Focus ring 33 Contact point 34 Lens fitting mark H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 35 Tele 36 Lens surface 37 Focus ring 38 Wide 39 Zoom ring 40 Contact point...
  • Page 14 Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. A movement without releasing the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used when performing tasks such as icons or images displayed on the touch panel.

  • Page 15: About The Lens

    For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are capable of playing back 3D pictures recorded using the unit, see the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF fomat) for details.

  • Page 16: Attaching/Detaching The Lens

    Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Attaching a lens to the camera body Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them.
  • Page 17 Detaching a lens from the camera body Attach the lens cap. Press the lens release button D 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 18: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

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

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BLD10E) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by 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 or...
  • Page 20 Connect the AC mains lead. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator...

  • Page 21: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    ∫ Charging time Charging time Approx. 120 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal.
  • Page 22 CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.

  • Page 23: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery OPEN LOCK door. •...

  • Page 24: About The Card

    Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD video standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards.
  • Page 25 If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again. • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

  • Page 26: Turn The Camera On

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) The clock can be setup with the following procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For details, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on.

  • Page 27: Selecting The [Rec] Mode

    Selecting the [REC] Mode Press [MENU/SET]. Touch [REC MODE]. • A screen listing the [REC] Mode is displayed. Touch the [REC] Mode to select. ∫ List of [REC] Modes Programme AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

  • Page 28: Taking A Still Picture

    Taking a Still picture Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode menu.

  • Page 29: Playing Back Pictures

    Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. A [(] button Forward or rewind the image by dragging 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 2/1 of the cursor button.

  • Page 30: Recording Motion Picture

    [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Picture This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or 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 31: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(]. Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ ]) and then touch [ ] to play back.
  • Page 32 ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. Operate control panel by touching. ¢ C Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind  D Play/Pause ¢...

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    ñ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent 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 and take pictures easily.

  • Page 34: Scene Detection

    Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red. When taking pictures [i-PORTRAIT] > ¦ [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] • [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] Only when [ ] is selected...

  • Page 35: Af Tracking Function

    AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the specified subject. Focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. ∫ When operating the touch panel You can lock the subject by touching it. •...
  • Page 36 Defocus control function You can set to your preferred blurriness. Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [ •...

  • Page 37: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. A [(] button To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. Touch [YES]. (ENG) VQT3C43...

  • Page 38: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu When [MENU/SET] is pressed, [REC MODE] and 5 menus ([REC], [MOTION PICTURE], [CUSTOM], [SETUP], and [PLAYBACK]) are displayed. In the 5 different menus, there are menus that allow you to setup the recording or playback to your preference, or make it more fun and easier to use the camera.

  • Page 39: Setting Menu Items

    Setting menu items This section describes how to setup the menu items. • If you set [MENU RESUME] in the [CUSTOM] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase. Press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 40 Select the settings by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • The figure on the right is an example of setting [I.DYNAMIC] from [OFF] to [HIGH]. Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set. Press [ ] to close the menu. •...

  • Page 41: Compensating The Exposure

    [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.

  • Page 42: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed

    ±´ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set [REC] Mode to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value.

  • Page 43: Shutter-Priority Ae

    Shutter-priority AE When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set [REC] Mode to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed.

  • Page 44: Taking Picture By Setting The Exposure Manually

    ² [REC] Mode: Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set [REC] Mode to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.

  • Page 45: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-GF2): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used] 2.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 1.7 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used] 1.8 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
  • Page 47 Shutter speed: 60 seconds to 1/4000th of a second Metering range: EV 0 to EV 18 White Balance: Auto White Balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/Flash/White set1/White set2/White Balance K set Exposure (AE): Programme AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE (S)/Manual exposure (M)/AUTO Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV Step, j3 EV to i3 EV) Metering Mode: Multiple/Centre weighted/Spot LCD monitor:...
  • Page 48 Recording quality Motion pictures: [AVCHD] (With audio) ¢ When set to [FSH]: 1920k1080 pixels (50i recording/ Approx. 17 Mbps)/ ¢ When set to [FH]: 1920k1080 pixels (50i recording/ Approx. 13 Mbps)/ ¢ When set to [SH]: 1280k720 pixels (50p recording/ Approx.
  • Page 49 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A94A): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLD10E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1010 mAh (ENG) VQT3C43...
  • Page 50 Interchangeable Lens (H-H014) “LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.” Focal length: f=14 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm) Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range: F2.5 Minimum aperture value: Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical lenses) In focus distance: 0.18 m (0.59 feet) to ¶...
  • Page 51 Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042) “LUMIX G VARIO 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length: f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range: F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value: Lens construction:...
  • Page 52 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia • Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or •...

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