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Recording Mode: ñ

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function

(Intelligent Auto Mode)

The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.

Set Recording Mode to [].

•Defocus control can be set by touching [ × ] in the recording screen.

•When the subject is touched, AF Tracking function works. It is also possible by pressing the cursor button towards 2, and then pressing the shutter button halfway.

•[FOCUS PRIORITY] is fixed to [ON]. When the subject is correctly focused, the picture will be taken.

∫About [¦] button

By pressing the [¦] button, you can switch between the Intelligent Auto (ñ or ) Mode of the Recording Mode and other modes.

•When the Recording Mode is ñ or , the [¦] button lights up. (Light turns

off during recording)

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Contents Model No. DMC-GF3C/DMC-GF3K DMC-GF3X/DMC-GF3W DMC-GF3 About the battery pack Information for Your SafetyDear Customer Carefully observe copyright lawsHow to replace the Fuse About the battery chargerReplace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover VQT3Q89 ENG Contents AV Cable USB Connection Cable Standard AccessoriesShoulder Strap Stylus pen DMC-GF3K DMC-GF3W DMC-GF3CDMC-GF3K 2/ DMC-GF3 Camera body Names and Functions of ComponentsHdmi socket AV OUT/DIGITAL socket Microphone Shoulder strap eyeletShutter button Motion picture button Speaker Lens H014 FS014042 Lumix G 14 mm/F2.5 Asph 31 34 35About the Stylus pen Touch PanelFour Thirds mount specification lens Micro Four Thirds mount specification lensLeica mount specification lens About the LensDetaching the lens Changing the LensPreparations Attach the lens cap Attaching the lensAttaching the Lens Hood Attaching the Shoulder Strap Charging Charging the BatteryBattery indication is displayed on the screen Battery indicationCharging time Recording conditions by Cipa standardPlayback Recording motion picturesDo not touch the connection terminals of the card Inserting and Removing the Card optional/the BatteryAbout the Card Access to the cardAbout cards that can be used with this unit Turn the camera on Setting Date/Time Clock SetTouch SET to set Touch SET in the confirmation screen To set the display order and the time display formatPress MENU/SET Touch REC Mode Selecting the Recording ModeTouch the Recording Mode to select Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Basic Intelligent Auto ModeProgramme AE Mode Advanced Aperture-Priority AE ModeTaking a Still picture Recording ModeSet Recording Mode to Taking Pictures using the Automatic FunctionRecording Mode ñ About buttonWhen recording motion pictures When taking picturesScene Detection Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Easily adjust and recordRecording of pictures or motion pictures Taking Pictures with Defocus Control FunctionProgramme Shift Taking Pictures with Your Favourite SettingsStart recording by pressing the motion picture button Recording Motion PicturePlaying Back Pictures Playing Back Pictures/Motion PicturesPlaying Back Motion Pictures Operate control panel by touching While pausing ¢ Increase volume level ¢ Reduce volume levelDeleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recoveredPress To delete a single pictureSetting the Menu Press MENU/SET Setting menu itemsPress MENU/SET to set Switching to the Setup menu from REC Mode menuPress Underexposed Properly Compensating the ExposureExposed Compensate the exposureTaking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode ±´²Aperture-priority AE Shutter-priority AEManual Exposure Assistance Manual Exposure ModeNot open For WindowsFor Mac Specifications Minimum Illumination Metering ModeShutter speed Metering rangeSpeed Microphone Flash synchronizationSpeaker Recording mediaInterface Digital DimensionsAnalogue video TerminalInterchangeable Lens H-H014 Lumix G 14 mm/F2.5 Asph Nano surface coating Stabilizer S. switchMagnification Optical Image  Panasonic Corporation Panasonic Corporation

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In summary, the Panasonic DMC-GF3XW, DMC-GF3C, DMC-GF3XR, DMC-GF3K, and DMC-GF3XT are distinguished by their combination of portability, advanced imaging technology, user-friendly interface, and versatility, making them ideal choices for photographers who seek quality and convenience in their photographic endeavors.