Connecting to other equipment
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Using the Protector/Filter
The MC protector (DMW-LMC46; optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither the
colors nor the amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens.
The ND filter (DMW-LND46; optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th
(equal to adjusting the aperture value 3 increments) without affecting the color balance.
PL filter (DMW-LPL46; optional) will suppress the reflected light from a metal or non
spherical surfaces (flat non-metallic surfaces, water vapour or invisible particles in the air),
making it possible to take a picture with enhanced contrast.
Turn the camera on, and slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
to [
!
].
Extend the lens by turning the zoom lever toward the Tele.
• Close the flash.
Attach the filter with the lens extended.
• Hold the ring at the end of the lens barrel with your hand so it does not rotate and then rotate
slowly and surely.
A
MC protector
B
ND filter
C
PL filter
Note
• Do not attach multiple filters at the same time.
• If the filter is tightened too much, you may not be able to remove it. Do not tighten it too much.
• If the filter is dropped, it may be destroyed. Be careful not to drop it when attaching it to the
camera.
• Be careful not to get a fingerprint, dirt, etc., on the filter when it is attached, otherwise the focus
may be adjusted to the lens, resulting in the subject being out of focus.
• Refer to the instructions for each filter for details.
C
