Panasonic LUMIX H-X012E User manual

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Operating Instructions
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No. H-X012
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
until
2016/06/22
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Contents
Information for Your Safety................................ 2
Precautions...................................................... 3
Supplied Accessories ........................................ 4
Names and Functions of Components .............. 5
Attaching/Detaching the Lens............................ 6
Using the Lens Hoods ....................................... 6
Cautions for Use................................................8
Troubleshooting............................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 9
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA)... 10
Information for Your Safety
Keep the unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games,
radio transmitters, high-voltage lines etc.).
• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so
may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and
sound.
• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic
equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera
off and remove the battery and/or the connected AC
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery and/or reconnect the AC
adaptor and turn the camera on.
The lens can be used with a digital camera compatible with the
lens mount standard for the “Micro Four Thirds
TM
System”.
• It cannot be mounted on the Four ThirdsTM mount
specification camera.
• The appearance and specifications of products described
in this manual may differ from the actual products you
have purchased due to later enhancements.
• Micro Four ThirdsTM 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 ThirdsTM 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.
• G MICRO SYSTEM is an interchangeable lens type digital
camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds
System standard.
• LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR
GmbH.
SUMMILUX is a registered trademark of Leica
Camera AG. The LEICA DG lenses are manufactured
using measurement instruments and quality assurance
systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG
based on the company’s quality standards.
• Other names of systems and products mentioned in these
instructions are usually the registered trademarks or
trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the
system or product concerned.
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-If you see this symbol-
∫Lens Care
• This lens has a dust-proof and splash-proof construction.
When using it, please be careful of the following.
If the lens is not working properly, consult the dealer or
your nearest Service Centre.
– Please attach the lens to a dust-proof and
splash-proof digital camera.
– When detaching the lens from the digital camera,
take care to ensure that sand, dust, splashes of
water etc., do not get into the lens or the
terminals.
– This lens is not waterproof and cannot be used to
record underwater. For splash-proofing, the lens
is constructed to resist the entry of water. If
splashes of water etc. do adhere to the lens, wipe
after use with a soft dry cloth.
• To improve the dust-proofing and splash-proofing of this
lens, a lens mount rubber is used in the mounting portion.
After changing the lens a number of times, you may find
that the lens mount rubber has marked the mount portion
of the digital camera body, which does not affect its
performance.
For information on changing the lens mount rubber,
contact your nearest Service Centre.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• To prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on
or entering the lens, attach the lens rear cap when the lens
is not in use.
Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling
systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products must not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of
old products, please take them to applicable collection
points in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling,
please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Precautions
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• To protect the lens contact points 1, do not place the lens
with its mount surface facing down. In addition, do not
allow the lens contact points to become dirty.
∫About Condensation (Fogging of the Lens)
• Condensation occurs when there are differences in
temperature and humidity as described below.
Condensation can cause the lens to become dirty and
lead to mold and malfunctioning, so exercise caution in the
following situations:
– When the camera is brought indoors from outside during
cold weather
– When the camera is brought into an air-conditioned car
– When cold air from an air conditioner is directly blown
onto the lens
– In humid places
• If condensation occurs, turn the power off and leave it for
about two hours. Once the camera acclimatizes to the
surrounding temperature the condensation will go away
naturally.
Supplied Accessories
Product numbers correct as of June 2016. These may be
subject to change.
1Lens Pouch
2Lens Cap
3Lens Rear Cap
4Lens Hood
• The lens rear cap and lens cap are attached to the
interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.
VFC4430
SYF0083
2134
VFC4605 SYA0067
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Names and Functions of
Components
1Lens surface
2Aperture ring
Rotate this to adjust the aperture value.
• If you set the camera to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or
Manual Exposure Mode, the aperture value of the ring will
be enabled.
• If you set the position of the aperture ring to [A], the
aperture value of the camera will be enabled.
3Focus ring
Rotate to focus when taking pictures with manual focus (MF).
4[AF/MF] switch
This allows you to switch between Auto Focus (AF) and
Manual Focus (MF).
• When either the [AF/MF] switch of the lens or the setting of
the camera is set to [MF], Manual Focus (MF) is enabled.
5Lens fitting mark
6Contact points
7Lens mount rubber
Note
• When you take pictures with the camera’s flash, the
periphery of the screen may appear dark. In that case, we
recommend using an external flash.
• In very quiet situations Auto Focus operating sounds may
be recorded during motion picture recording. This is not a
malfunction. In such situations, switching to Manual Focus
will improve the situation.
• The aperture can be adjusted with the aperture ring only
when a Panasonic digital camera is attached to the lens.
(As of June 2016)
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Attaching/Detaching the Lens
For information on how to attach and remove the lens,
refer to the operating instructions for your digital
camera.
• Before attaching or detaching the lens, check that the
digital camera is turned off.
• Before attaching the lens to the digital
camera, remove the lens rear cap by
rotating it in the direction of the arrow.
• To prevent dust and other particles
from accumulating on or entering the
lens, be sure to attach the lens cap/
lens rear cap after detaching the lens
from the digital camera.
∫Attaching Filters
• Vignetting may occur if using 2 or more filters at the same
time.
• It is possible to attach the lens cap with the filter already
attached.
• When using the lens hood and a filter at the same time,
attach the filter first.
• You cannot attach a conversion lens or adaptor to this
lens. A filter may be used, but attaching any other element
may cause damage to the lens.
Using the Lens Hoods
∫Attaching the Lens Hood (Supplied
Accessory)
1Align the mark A ( ) on the lens hood with
the mark on the tip of the lens.
2Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the
arrow until it clicks and then align the mark B
( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the
tip of the lens.
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∫Temporarily Storing the Lens Hood
1Rotate the lens hood C in
the direction of the arrow
and then remove.
2Align the mark B ( ) on the lens hood with
the mark on the tip of the lens.
3Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the
arrow until it clicks into place.
Note
• If you use a lens hood and the flash at the same time, the
lens hood will block the light from the flash, causing the lower
portion of the screen to darken (vignetting) and making it
impossible to adjust the amount of light. We recommend not
using the lens hoods and flash at the same time.
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Cautions for Use
Take care not to drop or knock the lens. Also take care
not to put a lot of pressure on the lens.
• Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the lens in
as it may strongly shock the lens. The camera may stop
operating normally and pictures may no longer be
recorded. Also, the lens may be damaged.
• When carrying the digital camera with the lens attached,
hold both the digital camera and the lens.
When using pesticides and other volatile substances around
the camera make sure that they do not get onto the lens.
• If such substances get onto the lens they can damage the
exterior case or cause the paint to peel.
Do not point the lens at the sun or other strong light
sources.
• This could cause the lens to collect an excessive amount
of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.
• Under no circumstances should the unit be stored in any
of the following locations since doing so may cause
problems in operation or malfunctioning.
– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer
– In locations with high temperatures and humidity levels or
where the changes in temperature and humidity are acute
– In locations with high concentrations of sand, dust or dirt
– Where there is fire
– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers
– Where water may make the unit wet
– Where there is vibration
– Inside a vehicle
• Refer also to the operating instructions of the digital
camera.
• When the unit is not going to be used for a prolonged
period, we recommend storing with a desiccant (silica gel).
Failure to do so may result in performance failure caused
by mold, etc. It is recommended that you check the unit’s
operation prior to use.
• Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or plastic
products for extended periods of time.
• Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can cause
failure of the unit.
• Do not disassemble or alter the unit.
Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other similar
cleaning agents to clean the lens glass or exterior
cabinet.
• Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the paint to peel.
• Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.
• If dust or dirt accumulates on the lens mount rubber, focus
ring, or aperture ring, wipe it off with a dry dust-free cloth.
• Do not use a household detergent or a chemically treated
cloth.
A sound is heard when the camera is turned on or off.
When I take pictures of a bright subject, such as a
subject outside, or when I take pictures with a large
aperture value, the lens makes a sound.
• This is the sound of lens or aperture movement and is not
a malfunction.
Troubleshooting
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
“LEICA DG SUMMILUX 12 mm/F1.4 ASPH.”
Focal length f=12 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm)
Aperture type 9 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum aperture F1.4
Minimum aperture value F16
Lens construction 15 elements in 12 groups
(2 aspherical lenses, 1 ED lens, 2 UED lenses)
In focus distance 0.2 m (0.66 feet) to ¶ [from the focus distance reference line]
Maximum image magnification 0.1k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.2k)
Optical image stabilizer Not available
[AF/MF] switch Available (Switching AF/MF)
Mount “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view 84x
Filter diameter 62 mm
Max. diameter Approx. 70.0 mm (2.8 inch)
Overall length Approx. 70.0 mm (2.8 inch)
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass Approx. 335 g (0.74lb)
Dust-proof and splash-proof Available
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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA)
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