Panasonic DMCGF2 - DIGITAL CAMERA-ADV FEATURES Operating Instructions Manual

the instructions completely. LUMIX TM MICRO FouRTHIRDS _c 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. VQT3E96

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. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. 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. Carefully observe copyright laws. • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. Model No. Serial No. A,tHem ionbattery thatisrecyc,ab,e powers theproduct youhave i'i _4_, _ purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. !! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. • Product identification marking Product Location Digital camera Bottom Battery charger Bottom 2 VQT3E96 (ENG)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 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 against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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 particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 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 from that to which the receiver is connected, • Consult the dealer or an experienced radioiTV technician for help, FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GF2 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: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. _ Panasonic DMC-GF2 (ENG) VQT3E96 3

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. • Do not touch the plug terminals (÷ and ) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. I arning I Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. • About the battery charger CAUTION7 • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. • DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. • DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. • DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. • The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power is supplied. The primary circuit is always "live" as long as the battery charger is connected to an electrical outlet. 4 VQT3E96 (ENG)

AV cables except the supplied one. • 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.). • 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 generated by microprocessors 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 (DMW-AC8PP; optional). 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. -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. \ ..,.,,=_ j If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local X authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. (ENG) VQT3E96 5

2 Standard Accessories ....................................................................................................... 7 Names and Functions of Components ............................................................................. 9 About the Lens ................................................................................................................ 13 Attaching/Detaching the Lens ......................................................................................... 14 Attaching the Shoulder Strap .......................................................................................... 16 Charging the Battery ....................................................................................................... 17 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .............................. 19 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ................................................. 22 About the Card ................................................................................................................ 23 • About cards that can be used with this unit .............................................................. 23 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ........................................................................................ 25 Selecting the [REC] Mode .............................................................................................. 26 Taking a Still picture ....................................................................................................... 27 • Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) ............................ 27 Playing Back Pictures ..................................................................................................... 28 Recording Motion Picture ............................................................................................... 29 Playing Back Motion Pictures ......................................................................................... 30 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .................................................................................................... 31 Deleting Pictures ............................................................................................................. 35 Setting the Menu ............................................................................................................. 36 • Setting menu items ................................................................................................... 37 Compensating the Exposure .......................................................................................... 39 Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed ................................................................................................................. 40 • Aperture-priority AE .................................................................................................. 40 • Shutter-priority AE .................................................................................................... 41 Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually .......................................................... 42 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .......................................................... 43 Specifications .................................................................................................................. 44 Digital Camera Accessory System ................................................................................. 49 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) .......................................................................... 51 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ....................................................................... Useful Information (For Latin American Countries Only) ................................................ 55 VQT3E96 (ENG)

are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. 1 Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) 2 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH." (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 3 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 4 Lens Rear Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 5 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S." (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 6 Lens Hood 7 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 8 Lens Rear Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 9 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 10 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) 11 AV Cable 12 USB Connection Cable 13 Body Cap (This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 14 CD-ROM • Software: Use it to install the software to your PC. 15 CD-ROM • Operating Instructions 16 Hot shoe cover (This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 17 Shoulder Strap 18 Stylus pen 19 Battery Case • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. "The card is optional. • Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-H014). About unavailable functions such as [STABILIZER], Direction Detection function, description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042). • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". • 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 about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) VQT3E96 7

2 H-H014 5 H-FS014042 VYF3371 4 VFC4605 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 1 1 DMW-BLD10PP 14 19 VGQOR99 10 DE-A93B 15 VFF0754 11 K1HY14YY0009 16 VKF4840 12 K1HY14YY0008 17 VFC4634 13 VKF4385 18 VGQOC14 1 Supplied in DMC-GF2C only 2 Supplied in DMC-GF2K only 8 VQT3E96 (ENG)

3 Flash 4 Lens fitting mark 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button 1 23 8 Flash open button 9 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 A/ISO I_/WB (White Balance) 4/AF Mode button T![DRIVE MODE] button This button in picture record mode will allow the user to select between the following options. Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer 8 4 5 9 11 12 13 6 7 10 14 15 (ENG) VQT3E96 9

19 Focus distance reference mark 20 Hot shoe cover • Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 21 Camera ON/OFF switch 22 Status indicator 23 Intelligent Auto button 24 Shoulder strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 25 [HDMI] socket 26 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 19 16 17 18 20 21 2223 m24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. If the attached lens contacts the base of the tripod, use the tripod adaptor (DMW-TA1 ; optional). Card/Batterydoor 27 2829 30 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional). • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures. • If while recording motion pictures using the AC adapter and the power supply is cut off due to a power outage or if the AC adapter is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded. Release lever 1 0 VQT3E96 (ENG)

ASPH,) 31 Lens surface 32 Focus ring 33 Contactpoint 34 Lens fitting mark 31 32 33 34 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 41 Lens fitting mark 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 (ENG) VQT3E96 1 1

Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. • When selecting features using the touch panel, be sure to touch the center of the desired icon. A movement without releasing the touch panel. This is used when performing tasks such as moving to the next image by dragging horizontally, or changing the range of the displayed image. This can also be used to perform tasks such as switching the screen by operating the slide bar. O Note • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the 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 if you notice that the touch panel is not responsive. • Do not let the hand holding the camera accidently apply pressure to the touch panel. Doing so may affect the touch panel operation. • Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens. • Do not operate with your fingernails. • Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others. • Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard. • About the Stylus pen It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. • Only use the supplied stylus pen. • Do not place it where small children can reach. 12 VQT3E96 (ENG)

lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures. • Four Thirds TM mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1 ; optional). MICRO MICRO FOURTHIRDS • Leica mount specification lens • When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R;optional), you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses. -For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from the rated distance. -When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS] to [ON]. (ENG) VQT3E96 1 3

is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust, _Turn the lens and the in the direction of the ® body ® rear cap cap arrow to detach them. 0 0 0 • Do not put your hands inside the mount. _ Align fitting ® (red the lens marks marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. • Do not press the lens release button @ when you attach a lens. • Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched. _ Detach the lens cap. 14 VQT3E96 (ENG)

_ 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. • Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not get scratched. O Note • It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the lens surface when carrying. 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) • The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not have a lens hood. 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. (_) Align with the mark. C Note • When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens hood to the lens in the reverse direction. (ENG) VQT3E96 15

@:Shoulder strap eyelet _Pass the end of the shoulder the strap through ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper, _Pass the end of the shoulder the strap through hole on the other side of the stopper, Pull the other side of the shoulder strap and then check that it is secure. • Perform steps I to 4 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap. O Note • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. - Do not wrap the strap around your neck, - It may result in injury or accident. • Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it, - It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck. 16 VQT3E96 (ENG)

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLDIOPP. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BLD10PP) 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 safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products. • Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors. _ Attach battery paying the attention to the direction of the battery. (ENG) VQT3E96 1'7

indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator (_ is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator (_ of the charger will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. ,When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes -The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 _C (50 °F to 86 °F). -The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. 18 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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, • Battery indication The battery indication is displayed on the screen. [it does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery. • Recording still pictures [when using the LCD monitor] (By ClPA standard in Program AE Mode) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 320 pictures (ENG) VQT3E96 19

of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. Temperature: 23 _C (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. Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording. Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases. The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).] _0 VQT3E96 (ENG)

When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 130 min Approx. 70 min -[MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality set to [HD]) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 140 min • These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 °C (73.4 '_F) and a humidity of 50%RH. Please be aware that these times are approximate. • Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc. Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. • Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used II Approx. 250 min (ENG) VQT3E96 21

is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. _ Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery J door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLDIOPP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. _ Battery: Insert until it is locked the by lever (_ being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever (_ in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. Card: Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. (_: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card. • The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. O:Close the card/battery door. e:Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. • If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove the card, check its direction and then insert it again. 22 VQT3E96 (ENG)

to the SD standard can be used with this unit. These cards are indicated as card in the text.) 111111 SD Memory Card (8 MB to • SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card 2 GB) or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Card (4 GB • SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC Memory to 32 GB) Card compatible equipment. • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB)http:llpanasonic.netlavclsdcardlinformationlSDXC.html • Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards. • Only cards bearing the SDXC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD standards) may be used as 48 GB and 64 GB cards. • Use a card with SD Speed Class I with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with "Class 6" or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG]. 4< SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: °LASS@ °LASS@ (ENG) VQT3E96 23

The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the card is being formatted]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again. • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. httD:llDanasonic.iDISUDDOrtlaloballcsldscl (This Site is English only.) O Note • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 24 VQT3E96 (ENG)

procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For deta s, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. _Turn camera on. the • The status indicator O lights when you turn this unit on. _) [MENU/SET] button _ Touch [CLOCK SET]. @:.# ®:_" q Touch the items you wish to set (Year/ MonthlDaylHourslMinutes), and set using [A]/[V]. @: Time at the home area ®: Time at the travel destination • You can continue to switch the settings by continuously touching [A]/[V]. • Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date and time. To set the display order and the time display format. • Touch [STYLE] to display the settings screen for setting display order/time display format. • Touch [CANCEL] to return to the previous screen without setting the display order/time display format. Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET]. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed. (ENG) VQT3E96 25

_ Touch the [REC] Mode to select. • List of [REC] Modes Program 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. _"_ Shutter-Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. _ My Color Mode Use this mode to check coloring effects, select a color mode from among nine color modes, and then take pictures. Scene Mode This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. € 26 VQT3E96 (ENG)

You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode to [B] by pressing V(_ _ ). _ Set [REC] Mode to [_]. _ Press the shutter button to focus. halfway _) Aperture value (_) Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) • You will not be able to take a picture until the focus is set, since the [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set initially to [ON]. _ Press the shutter button it in fully (push further), and take the picture. • The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. (ENG) VQT3E96 27

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. • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status. • You can forward or rewind pictures continuously by keeping your finger on the left or right sides of the screen after forwarding/rewinding a picture. (Pictures are displayed reduced in size) • To finish playback Press [(_)] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter button halfway. 28 VQT3E96 (ENG)

you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded. Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the [REC] mode is set to [_] (Program AE Mode). _ Start recording by pressing picture the motion button. _) Elapsed recording time (_) Available recording time • Sound will be heard when pressing the motion picture button indicating start/stop of motion picture recording. • The recording state indicator (red) (_) will flash while recording motion pictures. _Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. O Note • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. Screen will only display up to 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. However, the recording may stop before that depending on the remaining battery level. • Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. (ENG) VQT3E96 29

to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were taken with this model (only). • 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 a ([_], with Motion Picture icon [t_]) and then touch [a] to play back. _) Motion picture icon (_) The motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the upper left of the screen. For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [Sm30s]. • Some information (recording information, etc.) is not displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD]. • Pressing the cursor button • to allows you to playback motion pictures. Display at the upper right of the screen while playing back corresponds to •/V/4/I_ on the cursor button. • Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. 2 Operate control panel by touching. • About fast forward/rewind playback (_) Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind :1:2 @ Play/Pause (_) Fast forward, Frame-by-frame forward _2 (_) Stop _) Reduce volume leveF tl (_) increase volume level tl 1 You can also adjust the volume level by using the rear dial. i2 These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode and the following icons are displayed. - Frame-by-frame forward: [_] - Frame-by-frame rewind: [_] -Touch [_] during playback to fast forward (touch [_] to fast rewind). The fast forward/ rewind speed increases if you touch [_]/[_] again. (The display on the screen changes from [IIHI_] to [_].) -Touch [_] to resume normal playback speed. -When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than usual. 30 VQT3E96 (ENG)

this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Press [1_]. (_ [1_] button • [1[_] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode. [1[_] button is turned off during recording to prevent the light reflecting on glass or similar, but this is not a malfunction. • [1_] button is turned off and the camera is switched to [REC] Mode setup before the Intelligent Auto Mode was set when it is pressed again. • It is also possible to switch to Intelligent Auto Mode from the screen listing the [REC] Mode. • The following functions are activated automatically. -Scene Detection/[RED-EYE REMOVAL]/Face Detection/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/ [I.DYNAMIC]/[LONG SHTR NR]/[FOCUS PRIORITY]/Backlight Compensation/ [I.RESOLUTION] • In Intelligent Auto Mode, [FOCUS PRIORITY] is fixed to [ON]. When the subject is correctly focused, the picture will be taken. (ENG) VQT3E96 31

identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. When taking pictures [] [] [] D [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-BABY] _ [i-SUNSET] • Only when [I,_A ] is selected When recording motion pictures [] [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-LOW LIGHT] [i-MACRO] • [1_] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set. • When [[]], [_] or [_] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person's face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection) • 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. • An optimum scene for the specified subject will be chosen when set to AF tracking. • When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], and the face similar to the registered face is detected, [R] is displayed in the top right of [[]], [_] and [_]. When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], [E"!] will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected. 32 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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. • [r_i_] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame will be displayed in yellow, and it will determine the most appropriate scene for the locked subject. • AF Tracking is canceled when [_] is touched. • When operating buttons 1 Press "_. • [r_i_ ] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is displayed in the center of the screen. • Press _1 again to cancel. (Tracking AF can also be canceled by touching [_].) 2 Place the subject in the Tracking frame, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject. • AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • AF tracking frame will turn yellow when you release the shutter button and the optimum scene for the locked subject will be identified. • Press [MENU/SET] to cancel. (Lock can also be canceled by touching [H]. ) (ENG) VQT3E96 33

blurriness. | Touch [_] to display the setting screen. 2 3 Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [_J]. • Defocus Control is canceled by touching [_]. 34 VQT3E96 (ENG)

[B]. _ Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. _ Touch [YES]. (ENG) VQT3E96 35

([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. 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. [REC MODE] I I _(_ [CUSTOM] menu Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your )references. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings. [REC] Mode menu I _,_ [SETUP] menu • This menu lets you This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, )erform the clock number of pixels and settings, select the other aspects of the operating beep tone pictures you are settings and set recording, other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu _ [PLAYBACK] Mode menu • This menu lets you This menu lets you set the [REC set the Protection, MODE], [REC Cropping or Print QUALITY], and other Settings, etc. of aspects for motion recorded pictures. picture recording. 36 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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]. _ Select the menu by pressing AI,I

All' 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. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. • Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] mode menu 1 Press "_. (_) Menu toggle icon A© v or V or Press • or rotate the rear dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [_ ]. Press I_ or the rear dial. • Select a menu item next and set it. © v or ©, or 38 VQT3E96 (ENG)

appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. _ Press the dial to switch to rear Exposure Compensation operation. Compensate the exposure towards negative. V _ Rotate the dial to the rear compensate exposure. _) Exposure Compensation value (_) [EXPO.METER] • Select [O]to return to the original exposure. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPOMETER]. (However, it does not appear in _'_/ _1 Mode.) (ENG) VQT3E96 39

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed 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 [El]. _ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed, • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPOMETER]. V 40 VQT3E96 (ENG)

set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. _Set [REC] Mode to [IL"_l]. Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed. • It will switch between shutter speed setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER]. V (ENG) VQT3E96 41

value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. _Set Mode to [_], [REC] _ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed, • It will switch between aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER], • You can also set the focus manually by setting the [FOCUS MODE] to [MF]. _ Press the shutter button halfway, _) Manual Exposure Assistance • Set the aperture value and the shutter speed again when the exposure is not adequate. V • Manual Exposure Assistance The exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. The manual exposure assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen. 42 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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. • ForWindows _Turn the PC and insert the CD-ROM the on containing Operating Instructions (supplied). _ Select the desired and then click language [Operating Instructions] to install. _ Double click the Instructions" "Operating shortcut icon on the desktop, • When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating instructions (supplied), click _ and then follow the messages on the screen to install. (Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7) • You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. http:llget.adobe.comlreaderlotherversions • 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. • For Macintosh Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). Open the "Manual" folder in the CD-ROM and then copy the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder. Double click the PDF file to open it. (ENG) VQT3E96 43

DC 8.4 V Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels: Image sensor: Digital Zoom: Extra Tele Conversion: (Except for the maximum picture size for each aspect ratio) Focus: Shutter system: Burst recording Burst speed: 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) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 12,100,000 pixels 4/3" Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 13,060,000 pixels, Primary color filter Max. 4x ON/OFF simple enlargement (compatible with lenses from other manufacturers) Auto Focus/Manual Focus, Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/1-area-focusing (Touch focus area selection possible) Focal-plane shutter 3.2 pictures/second (High speed), 2.5 pictures/second (Middle speed), 2 pictures/second (Low speed) Number of recordable pictures: Max. 7 pictures (when there are RAW files) Depends on the capacity of the card (when there are no RAW files) ISO sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity): Minimum Illumination: AUTO/DIS0/100/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400 (1/3 EV step change possible) Approx. 5 Ix (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014)is used] Approx. 9 Ix (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042)is used] 44 VQT3E96 (ENG)

EV 0 to EV 18 Auto White Balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/Flash/White setl/White set2/White Balance K set Program AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE (S)! Manual exposure (M)/AUTO Exposure Compensation (1!3 EV Step, 3 EV to +3 EV) Multiple/Center weighted/Spot 3.0" TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Touch panel Built-in pop up flash GN 6 equivalent (ISO100.m) Flash range: Approx. 50 cm (1.64 feet) to 4.8 m (15.7 feet) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014) is mounted, [ISO AUTO] is set] Flash range: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.4 m (11.2 feet) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042)is mounted, WIDE, [ISO AUTO] is set] AUTO, AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction, Forced OFF Equal to or smaller than 1/160th of a second Stereo Monaural SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card When the aspect ratio setting is [L_I_I] 4000x3000 pixels, 2816x2112 pixels, 2048x 1536 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [1_!_1] 4000x2672 pixels, 2816x 1880 pixels, 2048x 1360 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [1i_] 4000x2248 pixels, 2816x 1584 pixels, 1920x 1080 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [Ill] 2992x2992 pixels, 2112x2112 pixels, 1504x 1504 pixels (ENG) VQT3E96 45

Approx. 17 Mbps)/ When set to [FH]: 1920× 1080 pixels (60i recording/ Approx. 13 Mbps)/ When set to [SH]: 1280×720 pixels (60p +recording/ Approx. 17 Mbps)/ When set to [H]: 1280× 720 pixels (60p +recording/ Approx. 13 Mbps) ( 4Sensor output is 30 frames/sec.) [MOTION JPEG] (With audio) When set to [HD]: 1280×720 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/ When set to [WVGA]: 848×480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/ When set to [VGA]: 640×480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)/ When set to [QVGA]: 320×240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) RAW/RAW+ Fine/RAW+ Standard/Fine/Standard/M PO+ Fine/ MPO+Standard RAW/JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.3" standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG "USB 2.0" (High Speed) NTSC Audio line output (stereo) Dedicated jack (14 pin) MiniHDMI TypeC Dedicated connector Approx. 112.8 mm (W)X67.8 mm (H)X32.8 mm (D) [4.44" (W)x 2.67"(H)X 1.29" (D)] (excluding the projecting parts) Approx. 365 g/0.80 Ib [with the Interchangeable lens (H-H014), card and battery] Approx. 475 g/1.05 Ib [with the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042), card and battery] Approx. 265 g/0.58 Ib (camera body) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 '_Fto 104 °F) 10%RH to 80%RH [E NGL IS H]![F RAN QAIS]![E S PANO L]![PO RTU GUES] 46 VQT3E96 (ENG)

_110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: _ 8.4 V, 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLD10PP): Information for your safety (ENG) VQT3E96 47

ASPH." Focal length: f=14 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm) 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm F2.5 F22 6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical lenses) 0.18 m (0.59 feet) to _ (from the focus distance reference line) Optical Image [O.I.S.] switch: Mount: Angle of view: Filter diameter: Max. diameter: Overall length: Mass (weight): 0.1 × (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.2×) Stabilizer: None None "Micro Four Thirds Mount" 75° 46 mm (1.81 inch) Approx. 55.5 mm (2.19 inch) Approx. 20.5 mm (0.81 inch) (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Approx. 55 g/0.12 Ib Aperture type: Aperture range: Minimum aperture value: Lens construction: In focus distance: Maximum image magnification: Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042) "LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.l.S." Focal length: f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) F22 12 elements in 9 groups (1 aspherical lens) 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to _ (from the focus distance reference line) 0.16× (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.32×) Optical Image Stabilizer:Available [O.I.S.] switch: None Mount: Angle of view: Filter diameter: Max. diameter: Overall length: Mass (weight): (Setting of the [STABILIZER] is done in [REC] Mode menu.) "Micro Four Thirds Mount" 75° (Wide) to 29 ° (Tele) 52 mm (2.05 inch) Approx. 60.6 mm (2.39 inch) Approx. 63.6 mm (2.50 inch) (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Approx. 165 g/0.22 Ib 48 VQT3E96 (ENG)

_ (_: DMW-LND46 _3 @ : DMW-LPL46 _ (_) : DMW-LMC52 X4 (_: DMW-LND52 _4 @: DMW-LPL52 _4 Interchangeable Lens (_) : MC Protector (_) : ND Filter @ : PL Filter (Circular Type) DMW-BAL1 Leather Bag DMW-BAG1 Soft Bag DMW-CG3 Soft Case (ENG) VQT3E96 49

Memory Card Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card Class 2 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 2 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 2 2 GB SD Memory Card Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. 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. 3 When the interchangeble lens (H-H014) is used 4 When the interchangeble lens (H-FS014042) is used 5 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal. • Read P13 for information about other lenses that can be used. • Refer to P17 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable pictures. • NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer. • Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding optional accessories. httD:llDanasonic.iDISUDDOrtlaloballcsldscl (This Site is English only.) 50 VQT3E96 (ENG)

placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) [] Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) [] VISA Credit Card # [] MasterCard [] Discover 6.95 Expiration Date Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address) Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms. First Last Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) Street Add ress City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERAACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONtC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONtC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories. (ENG) VQT3E96 51

Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor. Product or Part Name Parts Labor Digital Still Camera 1 year 1 year CCD 6 months 90 days SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery Pack (defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable During the "Labor" warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is". 52 VQT3E96 (ENG)

and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAIlen, TX 78503 panacare_us.panasonic.com When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. If Lithium Ion batteries are shipped by air the package must be labeled "Contains Lithium Ion Battery (No lithium metal)". Damaged batteries are prohibited from shipment by US Mail. Batteries must be securely packed in a manner to prevent short-circuiting and a package cannot contain more than 3 Lithium Ion batteries, include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty. IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. (ENG) VQT3E96 53

at: htt_://www.Danasonic.com/contactinfo You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts(O_,us.panasonic.com You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST) Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277 As of November 2009 54 VQT3E96 (ENG)

localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center: Panama Colombia Ecuador Costa Rica El Salvador Guatemala Chile Venezuela Uruguay Peru Argentina 800=PANA (800=7262) 01=8000-94PANA (01=8000=947262) 1800=PANASONIC (1800=726276) 800=PANA737 (800=7262737) 800=PANA (800=7262) 1=801=81I=PANA (1=801=811=7262) 800=390=602 From a cell phone: 797=5000 800=PANA=800 (800=7262=800) 0=800=PANA (0=800=7262) 0800=00726 0800=333=PANA (0800=333=7262) 0810=321 =PANA (0810=321 =7262) To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at: email: atencion.clientes @mx.panasonic.com Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers: 01800-VlP=PANA (01800=847-7262) =interior (55) 5000=1200 =Mexico D.F. and Metropolitan Area (ENG) VQT3E96 55

LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System standard. • 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. • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • 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. • VlERA Link TM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • EZ Sync TM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • HDAVI Control TM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple inc., used under license therefrom. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. • Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. LUM|X TM AVCMD Eli DOLBY DIGITAL I STEREO EREATOR I--111'11 VI • Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard ("AVC Video") and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a 3ersonal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to 3rovide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG 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 Japan

the instructions completely. LUMIX TM MICRO FouRTHIRDS _c 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. VQT3E96

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. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. 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. Carefully observe copyright laws. • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. Model No. Serial No. A,tHem ionbattery thatisrecyc,ab,e powers theproduct youhave i'i _4_, _ purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. !! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. • Product identification marking Product Location Digital camera Bottom Battery charger Bottom 2 VQT3E96 (ENG)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 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 against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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 particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 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 from that to which the receiver is connected, • Consult the dealer or an experienced radioiTV technician for help, FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GF2 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: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. _ Panasonic DMC-GF2 (ENG) VQT3E96 3

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. • Do not touch the plug terminals (÷ and ) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. I arning I Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. • About the battery charger CAUTION7 • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. • DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. • DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. • DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. • The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power is supplied. The primary circuit is always "live" as long as the battery charger is connected to an electrical outlet. 4 VQT3E96 (ENG)

AV cables except the supplied one. • 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.). • 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 generated by microprocessors 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 (DMW-AC8PP; optional). 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. -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. \ ..,.,,=_ j If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local X authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. (ENG) VQT3E96 5

2 Standard Accessories ....................................................................................................... 7 Names and Functions of Components ............................................................................. 9 About the Lens ................................................................................................................ 13 Attaching/Detaching the Lens ......................................................................................... 14 Attaching the Shoulder Strap .......................................................................................... 16 Charging the Battery ....................................................................................................... 17 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .............................. 19 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ................................................. 22 About the Card ................................................................................................................ 23 • About cards that can be used with this unit .............................................................. 23 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ........................................................................................ 25 Selecting the [REC] Mode .............................................................................................. 26 Taking a Still picture ....................................................................................................... 27 • Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode) ............................ 27 Playing Back Pictures ..................................................................................................... 28 Recording Motion Picture ............................................................................................... 29 Playing Back Motion Pictures ......................................................................................... 30 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .................................................................................................... 31 Deleting Pictures ............................................................................................................. 35 Setting the Menu ............................................................................................................. 36 • Setting menu items ................................................................................................... 37 Compensating the Exposure .......................................................................................... 39 Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed ................................................................................................................. 40 • Aperture-priority AE .................................................................................................. 40 • Shutter-priority AE .................................................................................................... 41 Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually .......................................................... 42 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .......................................................... 43 Specifications .................................................................................................................. 44 Digital Camera Accessory System ................................................................................. 49 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) .......................................................................... 51 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ....................................................................... Useful Information (For Latin American Countries Only) ................................................ 55 VQT3E96 (ENG)

are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. 1 Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) 2 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH." (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 3 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 4 Lens Rear Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 5 Interchangeable Lens "LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S." (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 6 Lens Hood 7 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 8 Lens Rear Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 9 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 10 Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) 11 AV Cable 12 USB Connection Cable 13 Body Cap (This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 14 CD-ROM • Software: Use it to install the software to your PC. 15 CD-ROM • Operating Instructions 16 Hot shoe cover (This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 17 Shoulder Strap 18 Stylus pen 19 Battery Case • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. "The card is optional. • Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-H014). About unavailable functions such as [STABILIZER], Direction Detection function, description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042). • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". • 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 about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) VQT3E96 7

2 H-H014 5 H-FS014042 VYF3371 4 VFC4605 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 1 1 DMW-BLD10PP 14 19 VGQOR99 10 DE-A93B 15 VFF0754 11 K1HY14YY0009 16 VKF4840 12 K1HY14YY0008 17 VFC4634 13 VKF4385 18 VGQOC14 1 Supplied in DMC-GF2C only 2 Supplied in DMC-GF2K only 8 VQT3E96 (ENG)

3 Flash 4 Lens fitting mark 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button 1 23 8 Flash open button 9 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 A/ISO I_/WB (White Balance) 4/AF Mode button T![DRIVE MODE] button This button in picture record mode will allow the user to select between the following options. Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer 8 4 5 9 11 12 13 6 7 10 14 15 (ENG) VQT3E96 9

19 Focus distance reference mark 20 Hot shoe cover • Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 21 Camera ON/OFF switch 22 Status indicator 23 Intelligent Auto button 24 Shoulder strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 25 [HDMI] socket 26 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 19 16 17 18 20 21 2223 m24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. If the attached lens contacts the base of the tripod, use the tripod adaptor (DMW-TA1 ; optional). Card/Batterydoor 27 2829 30 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional). • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures. • If while recording motion pictures using the AC adapter and the power supply is cut off due to a power outage or if the AC adapter is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded. Release lever 1 0 VQT3E96 (ENG)

ASPH,) 31 Lens surface 32 Focus ring 33 Contactpoint 34 Lens fitting mark 31 32 33 34 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 41 Lens fitting mark 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 (ENG) VQT3E96 1 1

Touch the screen Drag To touch and release the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. • When selecting features using the touch panel, be sure to touch the center of the desired icon. A movement without releasing the touch panel. This is used when performing tasks such as moving to the next image by dragging horizontally, or changing the range of the displayed image. This can also be used to perform tasks such as switching the screen by operating the slide bar. O Note • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the 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 if you notice that the touch panel is not responsive. • Do not let the hand holding the camera accidently apply pressure to the touch panel. Doing so may affect the touch panel operation. • Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens. • Do not operate with your fingernails. • Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others. • Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard. • About the Stylus pen It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. • Only use the supplied stylus pen. • Do not place it where small children can reach. 12 VQT3E96 (ENG)

lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount). • Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and your use of the pictures. • Four Thirds TM mount specification lens Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1 ; optional). MICRO MICRO FOURTHIRDS • Leica mount specification lens • When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R;optional), you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses. -For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from the rated distance. -When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS] to [ON]. (ENG) VQT3E96 1 3

is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust, _Turn the lens and the in the direction of the ® body ® rear cap cap arrow to detach them. 0 0 0 • Do not put your hands inside the mount. _ Align fitting ® (red the lens marks marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. • Do not press the lens release button @ when you attach a lens. • Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched. _ Detach the lens cap. 14 VQT3E96 (ENG)

_ 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. • Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not get scratched. O Note • It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the lens surface when carrying. 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) • The interchangeable lens (H-H014) does not have a lens hood. 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. (_) Align with the mark. C Note • When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens hood to the lens in the reverse direction. (ENG) VQT3E96 15

@:Shoulder strap eyelet _Pass the end of the shoulder the strap through ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper, _Pass the end of the shoulder the strap through hole on the other side of the stopper, Pull the other side of the shoulder strap and then check that it is secure. • Perform steps I to 4 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap. O Note • Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. - Do not wrap the strap around your neck, - It may result in injury or accident. • Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it, - It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck. 16 VQT3E96 (ENG)

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLDIOPP. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BLD10PP) 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 safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products. • Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors. _ Attach battery paying the attention to the direction of the battery. (ENG) VQT3E96 1'7

indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator (_ is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator (_ of the charger will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. ,When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes -The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 _C (50 °F to 86 °F). -The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. 18 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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, • Battery indication The battery indication is displayed on the screen. [it does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery. • Recording still pictures [when using the LCD monitor] (By ClPA standard in Program AE Mode) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 320 pictures (ENG) VQT3E96 19

of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. Temperature: 23 _C (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. Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording. Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases. The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).] _0 VQT3E96 (ENG)

When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 130 min Approx. 70 min -[MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality set to [HD]) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used Approx. 140 min • These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 °C (73.4 '_F) and a humidity of 50%RH. Please be aware that these times are approximate. • Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc. Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. • Playback (when using the LCD monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used II Approx. 250 min (ENG) VQT3E96 21

is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. _ Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery J door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLDIOPP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. _ Battery: Insert until it is locked the by lever (_ being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever (_ in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. Card: Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. (_: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card. • The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. O:Close the card/battery door. e:Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. • If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove the card, check its direction and then insert it again. 22 VQT3E96 (ENG)

to the SD standard can be used with this unit. These cards are indicated as card in the text.) 111111 SD Memory Card (8 MB to • SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card 2 GB) or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Card (4 GB • SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC Memory to 32 GB) Card compatible equipment. • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB)http:llpanasonic.netlavclsdcardlinformationlSDXC.html • Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards. • Only cards bearing the SDXC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD standards) may be used as 48 GB and 64 GB cards. • Use a card with SD Speed Class I with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with "Class 6" or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG]. 4< SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: °LASS@ °LASS@ (ENG) VQT3E96 23

The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the card is being formatted]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again. • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. httD:llDanasonic.iDISUDDOrtlaloballcsldscl (This Site is English only.) O Note • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 24 VQT3E96 (ENG)

procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For deta s, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. _Turn camera on. the • The status indicator O lights when you turn this unit on. _) [MENU/SET] button _ Touch [CLOCK SET]. @:.# ®:_" q Touch the items you wish to set (Year/ MonthlDaylHourslMinutes), and set using [A]/[V]. @: Time at the home area ®: Time at the travel destination • You can continue to switch the settings by continuously touching [A]/[V]. • Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date and time. To set the display order and the time display format. • Touch [STYLE] to display the settings screen for setting display order/time display format. • Touch [CANCEL] to return to the previous screen without setting the display order/time display format. Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET]. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed. (ENG) VQT3E96 25

_ Touch the [REC] Mode to select. • List of [REC] Modes Program 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. _"_ Shutter-Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. _ My Color Mode Use this mode to check coloring effects, select a color mode from among nine color modes, and then take pictures. Scene Mode This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. € 26 VQT3E96 (ENG)

You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] Mode menu. • Set the drive mode to [B] by pressing V(_ _ ). _ Set [REC] Mode to [_]. _ Press the shutter button to focus. halfway _) Aperture value (_) Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) • You will not be able to take a picture until the focus is set, since the [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set initially to [ON]. _ Press the shutter button it in fully (push further), and take the picture. • The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the card. (ENG) VQT3E96 27

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. • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status. • You can forward or rewind pictures continuously by keeping your finger on the left or right sides of the screen after forwarding/rewinding a picture. (Pictures are displayed reduced in size) • To finish playback Press [(_)] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter button halfway. 28 VQT3E96 (ENG)

you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded. Recording of motion picture appropriate for each mode is possible. • Screen here is an example of when the [REC] mode is set to [_] (Program AE Mode). _ Start recording by pressing picture the motion button. _) Elapsed recording time (_) Available recording time • Sound will be heard when pressing the motion picture button indicating start/stop of motion picture recording. • The recording state indicator (red) (_) will flash while recording motion pictures. _Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. O Note • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. Screen will only display up to 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. However, the recording may stop before that depending on the remaining battery level. • Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. (ENG) VQT3E96 29

to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were taken with this model (only). • 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 a ([_], with Motion Picture icon [t_]) and then touch [a] to play back. _) Motion picture icon (_) The motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the upper left of the screen. For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [Sm30s]. • Some information (recording information, etc.) is not displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD]. • Pressing the cursor button • to allows you to playback motion pictures. Display at the upper right of the screen while playing back corresponds to •/V/4/I_ on the cursor button. • Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. 2 Operate control panel by touching. • About fast forward/rewind playback (_) Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind :1:2 @ Play/Pause (_) Fast forward, Frame-by-frame forward _2 (_) Stop _) Reduce volume leveF tl (_) increase volume level tl 1 You can also adjust the volume level by using the rear dial. i2 These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode and the following icons are displayed. - Frame-by-frame forward: [_] - Frame-by-frame rewind: [_] -Touch [_] during playback to fast forward (touch [_] to fast rewind). The fast forward/ rewind speed increases if you touch [_]/[_] again. (The display on the screen changes from [IIHI_] to [_].) -Touch [_] to resume normal playback speed. -When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than usual. 30 VQT3E96 (ENG)

this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Press [1_]. (_ [1_] button • [1[_] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode. [1[_] button is turned off during recording to prevent the light reflecting on glass or similar, but this is not a malfunction. • [1_] button is turned off and the camera is switched to [REC] Mode setup before the Intelligent Auto Mode was set when it is pressed again. • It is also possible to switch to Intelligent Auto Mode from the screen listing the [REC] Mode. • The following functions are activated automatically. -Scene Detection/[RED-EYE REMOVAL]/Face Detection/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/ [I.DYNAMIC]/[LONG SHTR NR]/[FOCUS PRIORITY]/Backlight Compensation/ [I.RESOLUTION] • In Intelligent Auto Mode, [FOCUS PRIORITY] is fixed to [ON]. When the subject is correctly focused, the picture will be taken. (ENG) VQT3E96 31

identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. When taking pictures [] [] [] D [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-BABY] _ [i-SUNSET] • Only when [I,_A ] is selected When recording motion pictures [] [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-LOW LIGHT] [i-MACRO] • [1_] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set. • When [[]], [_] or [_] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person's face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection) • 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. • An optimum scene for the specified subject will be chosen when set to AF tracking. • When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], and the face similar to the registered face is detected, [R] is displayed in the top right of [[]], [_] and [_]. When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], [E"!] will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected. 32 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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. • [r_i_] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame will be displayed in yellow, and it will determine the most appropriate scene for the locked subject. • AF Tracking is canceled when [_] is touched. • When operating buttons 1 Press "_. • [r_i_ ] is displayed in the lower left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is displayed in the center of the screen. • Press _1 again to cancel. (Tracking AF can also be canceled by touching [_].) 2 Place the subject in the Tracking frame, and press the shutter button halfway to lock the subject. • AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • AF tracking frame will turn yellow when you release the shutter button and the optimum scene for the locked subject will be identified. • Press [MENU/SET] to cancel. (Lock can also be canceled by touching [H]. ) (ENG) VQT3E96 33

blurriness. | Touch [_] to display the setting screen. 2 3 Touch the slide bar to set. Recording of pictures or motion pictures. • It is also possible to record a picture by touching [_J]. • Defocus Control is canceled by touching [_]. 34 VQT3E96 (ENG)

[B]. _ Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. _ Touch [YES]. (ENG) VQT3E96 35

([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. 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. [REC MODE] I I _(_ [CUSTOM] menu Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your )references. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings. [REC] Mode menu I _,_ [SETUP] menu • This menu lets you This menu lets you set the aspect ratio, )erform the clock number of pixels and settings, select the other aspects of the operating beep tone pictures you are settings and set recording, other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu _ [PLAYBACK] Mode menu • This menu lets you This menu lets you set the [REC set the Protection, MODE], [REC Cropping or Print QUALITY], and other Settings, etc. of aspects for motion recorded pictures. picture recording. 36 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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]. _ Select the menu by pressing AI,I

All' 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. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu. • Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] mode menu 1 Press "_. (_) Menu toggle icon A© v or V or Press • or rotate the rear dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [_ ]. Press I_ or the rear dial. • Select a menu item next and set it. © v or ©, or 38 VQT3E96 (ENG)

appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. _ Press the dial to switch to rear Exposure Compensation operation. Compensate the exposure towards negative. V _ Rotate the dial to the rear compensate exposure. _) Exposure Compensation value (_) [EXPO.METER] • Select [O]to return to the original exposure. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPOMETER]. (However, it does not appear in _'_/ _1 Mode.) (ENG) VQT3E96 39

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed 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 [El]. _ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed, • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPOMETER]. V 40 VQT3E96 (ENG)

set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. _Set [REC] Mode to [IL"_l]. Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed. • It will switch between shutter speed setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER]. V (ENG) VQT3E96 41

value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. _Set Mode to [_], [REC] _ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed, • It will switch between aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed. • Rotate the rear dial to display the [EXPO.METER], • You can also set the focus manually by setting the [FOCUS MODE] to [MF]. _ Press the shutter button halfway, _) Manual Exposure Assistance • Set the aperture value and the shutter speed again when the exposure is not adequate. V • Manual Exposure Assistance The exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. The manual exposure assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen. 42 VQT3E96 (ENG)

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. • ForWindows _Turn the PC and insert the CD-ROM the on containing Operating Instructions (supplied). _ Select the desired and then click language [Operating Instructions] to install. _ Double click the Instructions" "Operating shortcut icon on the desktop, • When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating instructions (supplied), click _ and then follow the messages on the screen to install. (Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7) • You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. http:llget.adobe.comlreaderlotherversions • 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. • For Macintosh Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). Open the "Manual" folder in the CD-ROM and then copy the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder. Double click the PDF file to open it. (ENG) VQT3E96 43

DC 8.4 V Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels: Image sensor: Digital Zoom: Extra Tele Conversion: (Except for the maximum picture size for each aspect ratio) Focus: Shutter system: Burst recording Burst speed: 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) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 12,100,000 pixels 4/3" Live MOS sensor, total pixel number 13,060,000 pixels, Primary color filter Max. 4x ON/OFF simple enlargement (compatible with lenses from other manufacturers) Auto Focus/Manual Focus, Face Detection/AF Tracking/23-area-focusing/1-area-focusing (Touch focus area selection possible) Focal-plane shutter 3.2 pictures/second (High speed), 2.5 pictures/second (Middle speed), 2 pictures/second (Low speed) Number of recordable pictures: Max. 7 pictures (when there are RAW files) Depends on the capacity of the card (when there are no RAW files) ISO sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity): Minimum Illumination: AUTO/DIS0/100/200/400/800/1600/3200/6400 (1/3 EV step change possible) Approx. 5 Ix (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-H014)is used] Approx. 9 Ix (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042)is used] 44 VQT3E96 (ENG)