Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 Basic Owner's Manual page 16

In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens
hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens
(H-FS014042)
Insert the lens hood into the lens
with the short sides at the top and
bottom, and turn in the direction
of the arrow until it stops.
A Fitting to the mark.
To attach the lens hood that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS045200)
Insert the lens hood into the lens,
and turn in the direction of the
arrow until it stops.
Note
•
When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens
hood to the lens in the reverse direction.
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Attaching the Lens Hood