Download
Share
Print this page
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2K Operating Instructions Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Panasonic Manuals
  4. Digital Camera
  5. Lumix DMC-G2K
  6. Operating instructions manual
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2K Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2K Operating Instructions Manual

Digital camera/lens kit
Hide thumbs Also See for Lumix DMC-G2K:

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Operating Instructions
Digital Camera/Lens
Kit
_ode,.o.
DMC--G2K
LUMIX
TM
MICRO
FOURTHIRDS
H_m|
V! I'_l.ink
TM
Before connecting,
operating
or adjusting
this product,
please read the instructions
completely.
FP-P-
]
VQT2S30

Advertisement

loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Lumix DMC-G2K and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2K

Summary of Contents for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2K

  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Digital Camera/Lens _ode,.o. DMC--G2K LUMIX MICRO FOURTHIRDS V! I'_l.ink H_m| Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. FP-P- VQT2S30...
  • Page 2 Advanced (Recording pictures) It is possible to enter babies' and pets' names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols be entered.) entry screen move press Display • to to the character selection section. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations.
  • Page 3 AVCHD Lite formats that were taken with this model (only). • Only [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures recorded with this unit and Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) can be played back with this unit as AVCHD Lite format. Press [{_}]. [AVCHD Lite]...

  • Page 4: From A Motion Picture

    Advanced (Playback) Select a picture with the audio icon [ [-,_] ] and then press • to play back. Audio icon • Refer to [AUDIO REC.] (P134) for information about how to create still pictures with audio. • Sound can be heard through the speaker.

  • Page 5: Category Selection]

    Advanced (Playback) YOU can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [CROPPING] or [ASPECT CONV.], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the card so we recommend checking that there...
  • Page 6 Advanced (Playback) • Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [EFFECT] or [SETUP] on the slide show menu screen. [EFFECT] This allows to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next.
  • Page 7 Advanced (Playback) When [CATEGORY PLAY] is selected in step 2 category Press AI,14111_ to select and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • If a picture is found in a category, the category icon turns blue. • It may take time to search the picture files if there are a lot on the card.
  • Page 8 Advanced (Playback) [SINGLE] [MULTI] picture, Select the and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • [_] is displayed for pictures with titles already registered. [MULTI] setting Press [DISPLAY] to set (repeat), Press ,_/11_to select Press A/T!_/ll- then press [MENU/SET] to set. the picture, select the pictures.
  • Page 9 Advanced (Playback) [SINGLE] [MULTI] picture, Select the and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • [F_.._. ] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text. [MULTI] setting Press [DISPLAY] to set (repeat), Press ,_!1_ to select Press i!V!-4!ll,- then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 10 Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. • If you set [TEXT STAMP] for a picture with a picture size larger than [S], the picture size will become smaller as shown below. _ [] • When selecting ['_1i1 or [_#_,,"_], press • to select [YES] for stamping [AGE], and then press...
  • Page 11 Advanced (Playback) Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Motion picture before dividing will be deleted. Mode Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on [PLAYBACK] menu.
  • Page 12 Advanced (Playback) Toallow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Mode Select [RESIZE] on [PLAYBACK] menu. (P32) [SINGLE] or [MULTI] Press All' to select and then press [MENU/SET], picture Select and size. [SINGLE] setting [SINGLE]...
  • Page 13 Advanced (Playback) YOU can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Mode Select [CROPPING] [PLAYBACK] menu. (P32) picture, press Press _1/1_ select then [MENU/SET]. Reduction Enlargement Use the rear dial and press AI,14111_ to select the parts to be cropped.
  • Page 14 Advanced (Playback) YOU can convert pictures taken with a [i1_1_] aspect ratio to a [1_!_1], a [Lqlk"l]or a [[tm] aspect ratio. Mode Select [ASPECT CONV.] on [PLAYBACK] menu. (P32) [1_1], [_1] Press •/I' to select then press [MENU/SET]. Press _1/1_ to select a picture taken with [_1_] aspect ratio, and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 15 Advanced (Playback) This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90 ° steps. Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P32) • The [ROTATE] function is disabled when [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [OFF].
  • Page 16 Advanced (Playback) You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites.
  • Page 17 DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_l 10/white_e.htm Select [PRINT SET] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P32) All'...
  • Page 18 Advanced (Playback) • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. • With a printer supporting PictBridge, the date print settings of the printer may take precedence so check if this is the case. • It may not be possible to use the print settings with other equipment.
  • Page 19 Advanced (Playback) YOU can clear and replace all information relating to Face Recognition in selected images. Mode Select [FACE EDIT] on [PLAYBACK] menu. (P32) [REPLACE] [DELETE] Press to select _' _<:_ then press [MENU/SET]. picture press Press _1/1_ to select the and then [MENU/SET].
  • Page 20 Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Set the [TVASPECT]. (P37) Turn this unit and the TV off. Yellow: to the video input socket White: to the audio input socket Align the marks, and insert. (_) AV cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight...
  • Page 21 If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (P165) Preparations: Check the [HDMI MODE]. (P37) Turn this unit and the TV off.
  • Page 22 RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other cables except 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)
  • Page 23 Link devices. (As of December 2009) Preparations: Set the [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (P38) Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) (P163). Turn the camera on and then press [(_].
  • Page 24 Connecting to other equipment • Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the TV. This is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. A/T/,_/I_: Select the image. Multi Playback [OK]: Go to one screen display. Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [SUB MENU]: Display the Playback Mode selection screen.
  • Page 25 Link, read the operating instructions for the TV. • Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VlERA Link. Refer to the operating...
  • Page 26 Connecting to other equipment Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending the file format. (JPEG, RAW, AVCHD Lite, or Motion JPEG). Here are a few suggestions. File formats that can be used: [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG]...
  • Page 27 Connecting to other equipment File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW]/[AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD Lite], using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition"...
  • Page 28 Connecting to other equipment You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. •...
  • Page 29 Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Turn the LCD monitor so the LCD will show out. Turn on the camera and the PC. USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out.
  • Page 30 Connecting to other equipment Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC. • Disconnecting connection cable safely • Proceed with the hardware removal using "Safely Remove Hardware"...
  • Page 31 Connecting to other equipment If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera's LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer.
  • Page 32 Connecting to other equipment picture press Press _1/1_ to select the and then [MENU/SET]. • The message disappears in about 2 seconds. [PRINT START] press Press • to select and then [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P175 for the items which can be set before starting print the pictures.
  • Page 33 Connecting to other equipment Select set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the "Selecting a single picture printing it" and in step 3 of the "Selecting multiple pictures printing them" procedures. • When you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera,...
  • Page 34 Connecting to other equipment Item I Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [LI3.5"x5"] 89 minX127 [2L/5"x 7"] 127 mm x 178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmX 148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmX 180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmX297 [A3] 297 mmX420 [10x15cm] 100 minx 150 mm...
  • Page 35 Others After attaching the external flash, the effective range will be increased when compared the camera's built in flash. Preparations: • Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash. • Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL220; optional) ® Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe and then turn on the camera and the dedicated flash.
  • Page 36 Others • When attaching the external flash, the built-in flash cannot be activated. • Do not open the built-in flash when an external flash is attached. • The camera will become unstable when attaching the external flash, it is recommended to use a tripod when taking picture.
  • Page 37 Others If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with [B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera.
  • Page 38 Others If you use the stereo microphone (DMW-MS1; optional), you can switch to either stereo or monaural sound recording. It is also possible to reduce the wind noise efficiently by switching the [WIND CUT OFF/ ON] switch to [ON]. Preparations: Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash.
  • Page 39 • Do not use any other AC cables except the supplied one. • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional). you use other DC cables, it may cause a malfunction. • The camera becomes...
  • Page 40 Others • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [_] (LCD monitor style) in the LCD monitor. • In recording Recording in Program AE Mode [[_] (Initial setting) Flash Mode (P66) 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Film Mode (P91) Optical Image Stabilizer (P129)/((r6q)): Jitter...
  • Page 41 Others • In recording (after settings) Flash output adjustment (P70) 2nd curtain synchro (P71) 31 32 30 Audio recording (P134) Extended Optical Zoom (when recording motion pictures) (P55, 132) Extended Optical Zoom (when taking still pictures) (P55, 132) Histogram (P65) 34 Travel date (P123) AF tracking operation (P48, 81 ) 35 Available recording time...
  • Page 42 Others • In playback Playback Mode (P57) Film Mode (P91) Protected picture (P160) Number of prints (P159) Picture size (P126) REC MODE (when recording motion pictures) (Pll 3)!_,¢_: Recording quality (Pl13) Quality (P127) Intelligent Exposure (P131) Intelligent Resolution (P130) Battery indication (P25) Picture number/Total pictures Elapsed playback time (P145): 8m30s...
  • Page 43 Others Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
  • Page 44 Others • About dirt on the image sensor This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera body when changing lenses. Depending on the recording conditions, dirt on the image sensor may appear on the recorded picture. Do not change lenses where there is a lot of dust, and always attach the body cap when a lens is not attached to the camera, so that dirt or dust does not get inside the camera body.
  • Page 45 Others • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
  • Page 46 Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information. When...
  • Page 47 Others • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
  • Page 48 Others • The number of pictures, which can be set at one time when [MULTI] has been selected [DELETE MULTI] (P61), [FAVORITE] (P158), [TITLE EDIT] (P149), [TEXT STAMP] (P150) [RESlZE] (P154) has been exceeded. Reduce the number of pictures set, and then repeat the operation. •...
  • Page 49 • The remaining battery power is low. Charge the battery. • The battery cannot be recognized by the camera. Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer...
  • Page 50 Others First, try out the following procedures (P192-200). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P39) on the [SETUP] menu. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (P28) • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery.
  • Page 51 Others • Is the subject focused? [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set to [ON] at the time of purchase, and so you cannot take pictures until the subject is in focus. If you want to be able to take a picture when you press the shutter button...
  • Page 52 Others • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P89) Increase the setting for [NOISE REDUCTION] in [FILM MODE]...
  • Page 53 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens included in DMC-G2K only works correctly with supported cameras. When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1, DMC-GH1, DMC-G1 ) are used, [STABILIZER] in the [REC] Mode menu (P129) cannot be set to [OFF]. It is recommended...
  • Page 54 Others • Is the flash closed? Slide the [_ OPEN] lever to open the flash. (P66) • The flash is activated 2 times. The interval between the first and second flash is longer when Red-Eye Reduction (P68) is set so the subject should not move until the second flash is activated.
  • Page 55 Others • This is a characteristic of the drive system of the viewfinder of this unit, and it is not a malfunction. There will be no problem with the recorded image. • You can display the pictures without being rotated when [ROTATE DISR] (P157) is set to...

  • Page 56: Red-Eye Removal

    (optional), and then play back the motion pictures on the camera. (P162, 163) Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VlERA) with the AVCHD logo. Check [TVASPECT] setting. (P37) • Is it connected properly...
  • Page 57 Others • Is the camera connected to the PC correctly? • Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly? Set to [PC] in [USB MODE]. (P37, 171) Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 58 Others • Is [AF ASSIST LAMP] on the [CUSTOM] menu set to [ON]? (P138) • The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on in bright places. • The surface of the camera and the reverse side of the LCD monitor may become warm during...
  • Page 59 Others • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects.
  • Page 60 Others ,,RAW.m ,,,RAW.m_:: 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 1610 4 GB 1620 3170 1220 6 GB 2470 4820 1870 Card 8 GB 3310 6460 1270 2500 12 GB 5000 9740 1910 3770 16GB 6670 13000 1010 2550 5040 24 GB 9690 18880 1360...
  • Page 61 Others 256 MB 512 MB 1180 4 GB 1380 1180 2310 1060 2100 1790 3520 Card 8 GB 1420 2820 2400 4720 12 GB 2150 4250 3630 7120 16GB 2870 5670 1150 4840 9500 1120 1260 24 GB 4170 8240 1400 1680 7030...
  • Page 62 Others 256 MB 512 MB ' 1 GB 1580 1360 1650 3070 4 GB 1360 2680 3260 6030 6 GB 2080 4070 4950 9170 Card 8 GB 2780 5450 6630 12270 12 GB 4200 8230 10010 18520 16 GB 5610 10980 1120 1240...
  • Page 63 Others • Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) 256MB Cannot be guaranteed 2min 2min 6min operation. 512MB 3min 4min 6min 1 rain 4rain 5rain 14rain 00 s 00 s 00 s 55 s 50 s 00 s 00 s 7min 9min 13rain...
  • Page 64 Others Digital Camera Body (DMC-G2): Information for your safety ;i Power Consumption: 2.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) (When the 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens included in DMC-G2K is used) 1.6 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) (When the 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 lens included in DMC-G2K is used) Camera effective...
  • Page 65 Others Exposure (AE): 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) Metering Mode: Multiple/Center weighted/Spot LCD monitor: 3.0" TFT LCD (Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Touch panel Viewfinder: Color LCD Viewfinder (Approx.
  • Page 66 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) 10% to 80% Operating humidity: [EN GLIS H]/[FRAN (_AIS]/[ESPANOL]/[PORTU GU E S] Language select: AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-A49B): Information for your safety ........il Output: 9.3 V_ 1.2 A (Unit operation) 8.4 V=0.65 A (Battery charging)
  • Page 67 Others Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042) "LUMIX G VARIO 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S." f=14 mm to 42 mm Focal length: (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type: 7 leaf shutters/iris diaphragm/circular diaphragm Aperture range: F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value:...
  • Page 68 Others DMW-BLB13PP Lithum Ion Battery DMW-FL220 DMW-FL360 Flash DMW-FL500 H-H020 H-FS014045 H-FS045200 Interchangeable Lens H-VS014140 H-F007014 H-ES045 @:DMW-LMC52 _)_,_ (_):MCProtector : DMW-LND52 (_ : ND Filter _ © : DMW-LPL52 © : PL Filter (Circular Type) _ DMW-RSL 1 Remote Shutter DMW-MS 1 Stereo Microphone DMW-DCC3...
  • Page 69 Others RP-CDHM15 HDMI mini Cable RP-CDHM30 DMW-MA1 DMW-MA2M Mount Adaptor DMW-MA3R DMW_TA1_:_ Tripod Adaptor RP-SDW64GU 1K Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card RP-SDW48GU 1K Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card RP-SDW32GU 1K Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDW16GU 1K Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDW08GU 1K...
  • Page 70 THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South KenL WA. 98032 In CANADA,...
  • Page 71 Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) if your product does not work properly because...

  • Page 72: Warranty

    Others Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite McAIlen, TX 78503 nanacarec_us.nanasonic.com When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories,...
  • Page 73 For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts(_,us.panasonic.com You may also contact us directly...
  • Page 74 Others Index Color Temperature Setting ....88 Condensation .......... Continuous AF (Motion Picture) ..135 Continuous AF (Still picture) ....137 Cropping ..........AC Adaptor ......171, 173, 181 Custom Mode ........Access Indication ........Advanced Scene Mode ......Custom Set Memory ....108, 136 AF Assist Lamp ........
  • Page 75 Others Focus Priority ........Metering Mode ........Folder Composition ......MF ............ 52, 83 Folder Number ....... 39, 1 72 MF Assist ........83, 139 Formatting ..........MF Guide ..........Microphone ........111, 134 Monitor/Viewfinder ......... Motion Picture P Mode ......115 Guide Line ........65, 136 Multi Film Bracket ........
  • Page 76 Others Touch Scroll ......... Touch Shutter ........ 54, 142 Travel Date ........35, 123 Quality ......... 127, 201 Quick AF ..........Tripod Adaptor ......189, 211 Quick Menu ........... Tripods ..........TV Aspect ..........RAW ............ RAW+Fine .......... Unipods ..........USB Connection Cable ....

  • Page 77: Useful Information

    Service Obtain product information and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Amsoyou may contact us directly by our Contact Center: Panama 800=PANA (800=7262) Colombia...
  • Page 78 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 Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive,...