The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide from Rocky Nook provides a wealth of experience-based information and insight on the micro-four-thirds digital camera. Authors Brian Matsumoto and Carol F. Roullard explore the features and capabilities of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 in a way that far surpasses the user manual. Every aspect of the camera is covered, and each button, dial, switch, setting and configuration is discussed in detail. Step-by-step instructions explain every feature, from basic automated controls to advanced photographic applications, to expanded video capabilities.

The Unofficial Quintessential Guide will show you how to navigate past the confusion that sometimes comes with using complex and powerful photographic equipment, so you can get busy taking photographs and shooting video that will reflect your creative personality.

By Carol Roullard & Brian Matsumoto    Softcover, 272 Pages    Published January 2012

• Control focus and exposure
• Navigate the menu system
• Achieve a range of artistic effects using various camera settings
• Use the camera's automated controls, and override those controls to obtain better exposure
• Use the GH2 in video mode to obtain HD videos
• Post-process images and videos on a computer
• Expand the camera's use by mounting it on a telescope or microscope
• And much more

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. what kind of zoom range ?

A: The lens is 24-480mm.Optical Zoom: 20xDigital: 4xIntelligent Zoom: 40x

Q: 2. If there is really no filter thread, what other means are provided for attaching hoods or filters?

A: 67mm thread for FZ2500

Q: 3. Does this Camera work with a Atomos Ninja 2 or Shogun?

A: Absolutely yes! It provides a clean HDMI output even while recording, a great improvement for a non-GHx model

Q: 4. Can I focus manually? Or is it AF motorized only?

A: Yes you can manually focus this camera

Q: 5. Is the included lens hood necessary to use?

A: No. I keep my lens hood in a drawer at home.

Q: 6. What type of audio inputs / outputs does it have?

A: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 Digital Camera has a 1/8 (3.5 mm) microphone input terminal and a 1/8 (3.5 mm) headphone input terminal.

Q: 7. Does it support HDMI field monitor in video recording mode?

A: According to the research, as I just received camera and have not been able to really experience all of the amazing features of this camera, it appears that the answer to your query i a definite yes .

Q: 8. Is quiet audio spoiled by the constant grinding sound that afflicted the FZ1000?

A: We are not aware of any grinding sounds that are made by this camera. The audio should not be spoiled.

Q: 9. Does body has metal frame like FZ-2500?

A: The body is a combination of metal and poly carbonate.

Q: 10. I see a lot of reviews from both individuals and websites referring to soft images and focus issues. Has Panasonic acknowledged there is a design problem or quality control issue in regard to the lens? If so has anyone heard of a firmware upgrade to rectify all these lens complaints?

A: I returned the first FZ2500 camera that I purchased due to a problem with the lens and focus issues. I am experiencing a different focus issue with the replacement camera. It will also be going back. When it focuses, the pictures are great. But it is highly unpredictable. At this time, I am not aware of any firmware updates to resolve the focus issues with the FZ2500.