Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2C, Lumix GMC-GF2K, Lumix DMC-GF2W, Lumix DMC-GF2K Basic Operating Instructions Manual

EB

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera/

Lens Kit/Double Lens Kit

Model No. DMC-GF2C/DMC-GF2K

DMC-GF2W

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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.

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Dear Customer,

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

Carefully observe copyright laws.

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes

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other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private
use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

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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

∫ About the battery pack

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.

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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.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate.

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Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following
text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced
please ensure that the replacement fuse
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI
mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse
cover you must ensure that it is refitted
when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED
OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13­AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please
observe the wiring code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified
electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER
WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL
WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR
COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF

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KEEP DRY.

∫ Before use

Remove the connector cover.

∫ How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to
the type of AC mains plug (figures A and
B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC
mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach
the fuse cover.

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)

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∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION!

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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.

The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.

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The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical
outlet.

∫ Cautions for Use

Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

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• 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-AC8E; 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

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may be adversely affected.

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used

Cd

Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying
documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and
batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used
batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance
with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/
66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to
save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from
inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and
batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal
service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact
your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European
Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to
discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this
case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the
chemical involved.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety...............................................................................................2

Accessories ......................................................................................................................7

Names and Functions of Components ...........................................................................11

About the Lens................................................................................................................15

Attaching/Detaching the Lens.........................................................................................16

Attaching the Shoulder Strap..........................................................................................18

Charging the Battery.......................................................................................................19

• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures..............................21

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.................................................23

About the Card................................................................................................................24

• About cards that can be used with this unit ..............................................................24

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ........................................................................................26

Selecting the [REC] Mode ..............................................................................................27

Taking a Still picture .......................................................................................................28

• Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings

(Programme AE Mode) ............................................................................................28

Playing Back Pictures.....................................................................................................29

Recording Motion Picture ...............................................................................................30

Playing Back Motion Pictures .........................................................................................31

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function

(Intelligent Auto Mode)....................................................................................................33

Deleting Pictures.............................................................................................................37

Setting the Menu.............................................................................................................38

• Setting menu items...................................................................................................39

Compensating the Exposure ..........................................................................................41

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/

Shutter Speed.................................................................................................................42

• Aperture-priority AE ..................................................................................................42

• Shutter-priority AE ....................................................................................................43

Taking Picture by Setting the Exposure Manually ..........................................................44

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ..........................................................45

Specifications..................................................................................................................46

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Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change.
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.)
9Battery 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 AC Mains Lead
12 AV Cable
13 USB Connection Cable
14 Body Cap

(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.)
15 CD-ROM

Software:

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Use it to install the software to your PC.

16 CD-ROM

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Operating Instructions

17 Hot shoe cover

(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.)
18 Shoulder Strap
19 Stylus pen
20 Battery Case

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the

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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).

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You

can purchase the accessories separately.)

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1

DMC-GF2C

2

H-H014

DMC-GF2K

5

H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201

1

34

VYF3371 VFC4605

2

67

91011

12

DMC-GF2W

8

VFC4315

13

3

DMW-BLD10E

DE-A94A

K2CT39A00002

14 15 16

VKF4385 VFF0755

19

VGQ0C14

¢1 Supplied in DMC-GF2C only
¢2 Supplied in
¢3 Supplied in

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20

VGQ0R99

DMC-GF2K only
DMC-GF2W only

K1HY14YY0009

K1HY14YY0008

17 18

VKF4840 VFC4634

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852

• For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

• E-mail: [e-mail]

Technical Support for AV Software

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869

• For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• For customers: 0844 844 3856

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Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our
Customer Care Centre Monday– Thursday 9.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.
(Excluding public holidays)

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take

a browse on our website for further details.

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∫ Optional Accessories

• Battery Pack

DMW-BLD10E

1

• DC Coupler

DMW-DCC9GU

¢

• AC Adaptor

DMW-AC8EB

• Zoom Lever

DMW-ZL1E

¢

¢2

1

• Live Viewfinder

DMW-LVF1

• Lens Rear Cap

DMW-LRC1

• Flash

DMW-FL220E
DMW-FL360E
DMW-FL500E

• MC Protector

¢3

DMW-LMC46E

, DMW-LMC52E

• PL Filter (Circular Type)

DMW-LPL46E

¢3

, DMW-LPL52E

• Soft Bag

DMW-BAG1

¢4

¢4

• Lens Cap

DMW-LFC46

¢3

, DMW-LFC52

¢4

• Body Cap

DMW-BDC1

• Interchangeable Lens

H-VS014140E, H-FS014042E,
H-FS014045E, H-FS045200E, H-F007014E,
H-ES045E, H-H020E, H-F008E, H-H014E,
H-FS100300E
(Read P15 for information about other lenses
that can be used.)

• The 3D Interchangeable Lens

H-FT012

• ND Filter

DMW-LND46E

¢3

, DMW-LND52E

¢4

• Leather Bag

DMW-BAL1

• Soft Case

DMW-CG3

• Shoulder Strap

DMW-SSTL1, DMW-SSTG1, DMW-SSTG2

• HDMI mini cable

RP-CDHM15E, RP-CDHM30E

DMW-SSTG3, DMW-SSTG5, DMW-SSTG6

• Mount Adaptor

DMW-MA1E, DMW-MA2ME, DMW-MA3RE

• Tripod Adaptor

DMW-TA1E

¢5

• SDXC Memory Card

64 GB: RP-SDW64GE1K
48 GB: RP-SDW48GE1K

• SDHC Memory Card

32 GB: RP-SDW32GE1K/RP-SDP32GE1K
24 GB: RP-SDP24GE1K
16 GB: RP-SDW16GE1K/RP-SDP16GE1K
8 GB: RP-SDW08GE1K/RP-SDP08GE1K/RP-SDR08GE1A
4 GB: RP-SDW04GE1K/RP-SDP04GE1K/RP-SDR04GE1A

• SD Memory Card

2 GB: RP-SDP02GE1K/RP-SDR02GE1A

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler

(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

¢2 The interchangeble lens (H-H014) is not used.
¢

3 When the interchangeable lens (H-H014) is used

¢

4 When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used

¢

5 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.

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Names and Functions of Components

89

11 12 131014 15

∫ Camera body

1 Sensor
2 Self-timer indicator/

AF Assist Lamp
3Flash
4 Lens fitting mark
5 Mount
6 Lens lock pin
7 Lens release button

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

3/ISO

1/WB (White Balance)

2/AF Mode button

4/[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

1

32

4567

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16 Stereo microphone

19 20 21 2223

16 17 18

24

25
26

LOCKOPEN

2829 3027

17 Shutter button
18 Motion picture button
19 Focus distance reference mark
20 Hot shoe cover

Keep the Hot Shoe Cover out of reach of

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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

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using the camera to ensure that you will not
drop it.

25 [HDMI] socket
26 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

27 Tripod receptacle

When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod

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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).

28 Card/Battery door
29 DC coupler cover

When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the

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Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9;
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional) are used.

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional).

• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.

• It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion

pictures.

• If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off

due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being
recorded will not be recorded.

30 Release lever

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∫ Lens

33 343231

35 36 37 38 39 40 41

H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.)

31 Lens surface
32 Focus ring
33 Contact point
34 Lens fitting mark

H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 –42 mm/F3.5– 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)

35 Tele
36 Lens surface
37 Focus ring
38 Wide
39 Zoom ring
40 Contact point
41 Lens fitting mark

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Touch Panel

This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.

Touch the screen

To touch and release the touch panel.

Use this to perform tasks such as selecting
icons or images displayed on the touch panel.

• It may not operate properly when multiple

icons are touched simultaneously, so try to
touch the centre of the icon.

Drag

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.

Note

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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.)

• Apply a little extra pressure when touching if you have a

commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it is

not responding well.

• Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding this

unit is pressing on the touch panel.

• 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.

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About the Lens

∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens

This unit can use the dedicated 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

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your use of the pictures.

∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens

Lens with the Four Thirds mount specification can be
used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).

∫ Leica mount specification lens

When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional),

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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].

Enjoying 3D pictures

∫ Taking 3D pictures

Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional) to the camera allows you to
take 3D pictures for extra impact.

∫ Playing back 3D pictures

To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required.
Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in
3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact.
It is also possible to playback the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D
compatible television with an SD card slot.

For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are
capable of playing back 3D pictures recorded using the unit, see the support site
below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

Note

Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF fomat) for details.

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Attaching/Detaching the Lens

• Check that the camera is turned off.

• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.

Attaching a lens to the camera body

Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the
arrow to detach them.

• Do not put your hands inside the mount.

Align the lens fitting marks C (red
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 D 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.

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