Panasonic LUMIX DC-G9M2 - Digital Camera Manual

Names of Important Parts

22. Viewfinder
23. [LVF] button
24. [ ] (Playback) button
25. [ ] (AF mode) button
26. Monitor/Touch screen
27. Battery grip connector (cover for the battery grip connector)
28. Focus mode lever
29. Joystick
30. [AF ON] button
31. [Q] (Quick menu) button
32. Control dial ( )
    Cursor buttons ()
    [MENU/SET] button ( )

33. Card door
34. [DISP.] button
35. [ ] (Cancel) button/
    [ ] (Delete) button
36. DC coupler cover
37. Battery door
38. Battery door release lever
39. [REMOTE] socket
40. Card slot 1
41. Card access light 1
42. Card slot 2
43. Card access light 2

Attaching a Shoulder Strap

Attach a shoulder strap to the camera with the following procedure to prevent it from dropping.

Charging the Battery

1. Set the camera on/off switch to [OFF].
   
2. Insert the battery into the camera.
   
3. Connect the camera USB port and the AC adaptor using the USB connection cable.
   
4. Connect the AC adaptor to an electrical outlet.
   • The charging light turns red and charging begins.
     The charging light turns off when charging is complete.

• Using the camera body and the supplied AC adaptor.

• The battery that can be used with the camera is DMW-BLK22. (As of September 2023)
• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLK22).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
• For charging, use this camera or the Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15: optional) and the items supplied with them.
• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the one supplied with the camera or the Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15: optional).
• Even when the camera on/off switch is set to [OFF] thus turning the camera off, it consumes power.
  When the camera will not be used for a long time, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet in order to save power.

Inserting Cards (Optional)

You can use SD memory cards with this camera.

• For information on memory cards with confirmed operation, check the following support site: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only)
  

• Match the orientation of the cards as shown in the figure and then insert them firmly until they click.
• To remove a card, confirm that the corresponding card access light has turned off, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out straight.
• Format the cards with the camera before use.
  [][]Select [Card Format]

Attaching a Lens

The camera can use the dedicated lenses that comply with the Micro Four Thirds™ system lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount).

• Refer to catalogs/websites for information regarding supported lenses. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only)
  

• When removing the lens, rotate while pressing the lens release button.

Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time)

When you turn the camera on for the first time, a screen to set the time zone and clock appears. Follow the message to make the settings.

1. 
   
2. Press to select the language if a language selection screen is displayed.
   

   	Time zone selection
   	Daylight Savings setting

   	Year, month, day, hour, minute, and second selection
   	Value selection

   
   Check or confirm and move to the next screen

Taking Pictures

1. Rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode ([iA]/[P]/[A]/[S]/[M]).
2. Press the shutter button halfway (press it gently) to focus.
3. Press the shutter button fully (press it further) to take pictures.

Recording Videos

1. Rotate the mode dial to select the recording mode.
2. Press the video rec. button to start recording.
3. Press the video rec. button again to end recording.

Playing Back Images

Firmware of Your Camera/Lens
Firmware updates may be provided in order to improve camera capabilities or to add functionality.

• For the latest information on the firmware or to download/update the firmware, visit the following support site:
  https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index.html (English only)
  

Splash Resistant
Splash Resistant is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers against exposure to a minimal amount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with water.
In order to minimize the possibility of damage please be sure the following precautions are taken:

• Splash Resistant works in conjunction with the lenses that were specifically designed to support this feature.
• Securely close the doors, contact points cover, etc.
• When the lens or cap is removed or a door is open, do not allow sand, dust, and moisture to enter inside.
• If liquid gets on the camera, wipe it off with a dry soft cloth.

Be Sure to Perform Trial Recording in Advance
Be sure to perform trial recording in advance to check that recording can be performed normally.
Please note that compensation cannot be provided in the event that recording could not be performed due to a problem with the camera or a card.

Be Careful with Regard to Copyrights
Under copyright law, you may not use the images and audio you have recorded without the permission of the copyright holder.

Caution with Strong Light Beams Such as Laser Light

Do not allow strong light beams, such as laser light, to be directly exposed to this camera (lens). These can destroy the image sensor and cause the camera to malfunction.

The camera
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.

Wi-Fi^® Function
Use of the Wi-Fi function of the camera is presumed to be in countries where it is sold.
There is the risk that the camera violates the radio wave regulations if used in countries other than those where it is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations.

• Please be advised that Panasonic is not liable for any damage directly or indirectly caused by use or malfunction of this product.
• Please be advised that Panasonic is not liable for any damage to data caused by this product.
• The external design and specifications of this product, as described in this document, may differ from the actual product due to improvements made.

Main Specifications

The specifications are subject to change for performance enhancement.

Digital camera body (DC-G9M2):
Information for your safety

Power source:	9.0 V
Power consumption:	4.6 W (when recording with the monitor), 3.8 W (when playing back with the monitor) [When using the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060)]

Type
Type	Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera
Lens mount	Micro Four Thirds Mount
Recording media	SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC memory card
Image sensor
Image sensor	4/3' Live MOS sensor, a total of 26,520,000 pixels, primary color filter
Effective number of pixels of the camera	25,210,000 pixels
Viewfinder
Type	Aspect ratio 4:3, 0.5 inches, approx. 3,680,000 dots, organic EL (OLED) live view viewfinder
Magnification	Approx. 1.6×, Approx. 0.8× (35 mm film camera equivalent), −1.0 m −1 50 mm at infinity, with aspect ratio set to [4:3]
Monitor
Type	Aspect ratio 3:2, 3.0 inches, approx. 1,840,000 dots monitor, capacitive touch screen
Interface
USB	USB Type-C ®, SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2) Supports USB Power Delivery (9.0 V/3.0 A) Output: DC 5 V, 900 mA
HDMI	HDMI Type A
[REMOTE]	2.5 mm jack
[MIC]	3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Headphones	3.5 mm stereo mini jack
External dimensions / Mass (Weight)
External dimensions	Approx. 134.3 mm (W)×102.3 mm (H)×90.1 mm (D) (5.29' (W)×4.03' (H)×3.55' (D)) (excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (Weight)	Approx. 658 g /1.45 lb (camera body, with battery and one card) Approx. 575 g /1.27 lb (only camera body)
Operating environment
Recommended operating temperature	−10 oC to 40 oC (14 oF to 104 oF)
Permissible relative humidity	10 %RH to 80 %RH
Wi-Fi
Compliance standard	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Frequency range used (central frequency)	2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch) 5180 MHz to 5320 MHz (36/40/44/48/52/56/60/64ch) 5745 MHz to 5825 MHz (149/153/157/161/165ch)
Encryption method	Wi-Fi compliant WPA™ / WPA2™ / WPA3™
Access method	Infrastructure mode
Bluetooth ®
Compliance standard	Bluetooth v5.0, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Frequency range used (central frequency)	2402 MHz to 2480 MHz

AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0815F):
Information for your safety

Input:	110 V–240 V 50/60 Hz 0.25 A
Output:	5.0 V 1.8 A
Operating temperature:	0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)

Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLK22):
Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V / 2200 mAh

The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following:

	AC
	DC
	Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.)

Information for Your Safety

• Product identification marking

About the battery pack

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
• Do not expose to low air pressure at high altitudes.
• Do not expose to extremely low air pressure, as this may result in explosions or leakage of flammable liquids and gases.

About the AC adaptor

• The AC adaptor is in the standby condition when the mains plug is connected. The primary circuit is always "live" as long as the mains plug is connected to an electrical outlet.

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the one supplied with the camera or the Battery Charger (DMW-BTC15: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional).
• Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable (Type A–Type A plug, up to 1.5 m (4.9 feet) long).
• Do not use the headphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
• Do not use the stereo microphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.

• Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
• Keep the cover for the battery grip connector out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
• Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC Coupler (DMW-DCC17: optional) and AC Adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional) are used.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC Adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional).

Standard Accessories

Product numbers correct as of September 2023.

Digital camera body

* This is attached to the camera at the time of purchase.

• If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at www.panasonic.ca/english/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts.