Contents

Before Use

Recording pictures (advanced)

Information for Your Safety

2

About These Operating Instructions

4

Preparation

 

Standard Accessories

7

Names of the Components

8

Quick Guide

10

Charging the Battery with the Charger ...

11

About the Battery

12

Inserting/Removing the Battery

13

Inserting/Removing the Card

14

About the Card

15

Approximate number of recordable

 

pictures and the size

16

Attaching the Lens Cap/Strap

17

Attaching the Lens Hood

18

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

20

Setup Menu

22

About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

26

Recording pictures (basic)

 

Taking Pictures

29

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode

34

Checking the Recorded Picture

 

(Review)

37

Using the Optical Zoom

38

Taking Pictures using the Built-in

 

Flash

39

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

42

Compensating the Exposure

43

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket

44

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

45

Playback (basic)

 

Playing Back Pictures

46

9 Pictures Multi Playback

47

Using the Playback Zoom

48

Deleting Pictures

49

Using the Mode Dial

51

Aperture-priority AE

51

Shutter-priority AE

52

• Manual exposure

53

• Macro mode

56

• Motion image mode

56

• Scene mode

58

– Portrait mode

59

– Sports Mode

59

– Scenery mode

60

– Night scenery mode

60

– Night portrait mode

61

– Panning mode

61

– Fireworks mode

62

– Party mode

63

– Snow mode

64

Using the [REC] mode menu

65

• White Balance [W.BALANCE]

66

• ISO Sensitivity [SENSITIVITY]

68

• Picture Size [PICT.SIZE]

68

• Quality [QUALITY]

69

• Audio Recording [AUDIO REC.]

69

• Metering Mode

 

[METERING MODE]

70

• AF Mode [AF MODE]

70

• Continuous AF [CONT.AF]

71

• AF Trigger [AF TRIGGER]

72

• AF Assist Lamp

 

[AF ASSIST LAMP]

73

• Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM]

74

• Colour Effect [COL.EFFECT]

74

• Picture Adjustment [PICT.ADJ.]

74

• Optical Image Stabilizer

 

[STABILIZER]

75

• Flip Animation [FLIP ANIM.]

75

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DMC-FZ3GN specifications

The Panasonic DMC-FZ3GN, a compact digital camera introduced by Panasonic, is renowned for its incredible versatility and user-friendly features. A member of the esteemed Lumix series, the FZ3GN embodies the fusion of advanced technology and practical design, making it a valuable tool for both amateur photographers and seasoned enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the DMC-FZ3GN is its impressively powerful 12x optical zoom lens, providing a focal length equivalent to 37mm to 444mm in 35mm terms. This extensive reach allows users to capture everything from wide-angle landscapes to distant wildlife without the need for multiple lenses. The lens also features a fast maximum aperture of f/2.8, enabling excellent low-light performance and allowing creative control over depth of field.

Equipped with a 5-megapixel CCD sensor, the camera delivers high-resolution images with vibrant colors and sharp details. The sensitivity range of ISO 80 to 800 allows for flexible shooting in various lighting conditions, ensuring that users can achieve clear shots whether they are shooting in bright daylight or dimly lit environments.

The DMC-FZ3GN incorporates Panasonic's advanced image stabilization technology, known as MEGA O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilization). This feature significantly reduces the effects of camera shake, resulting in sharper images even at lower shutter speeds. Additionally, the camera includes a host of manual controls, enabling users to adjust settings such as aperture and shutter speed, catering to the needs of those who wish to explore their creative potential.

Another notable aspect of the FZ3GN is its ergonomic design. The camera is lightweight and compact, making it highly portable and easy to handle. The intuitive button layout simplifies navigation through various menus and settings, ensuring an enjoyable shooting experience.

Furthermore, the DMC-FZ3GN offers several shooting modes, including portrait, landscape, and night scene modes, automatically adjusting settings based on the chosen scenario. This flexibility empowers users to achieve optimal results with minimal effort.

In summary, the Panasonic DMC-FZ3GN stands out for its impressive zoom capabilities, superior image stabilization, and user-friendly design. Its combination of essential features, advanced technologies, and portability makes it an excellent choice for anyone seeking to capture high-quality images in a variety of situations. Whether used for casual photography or more ambitious projects, the FZ3GN remains a reliable companion for creative visual storytelling.