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.

The following functions are activated automatically.

Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Face Detection/Auto White Balance/ Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/[QUICK AF]/[RED-EYE REMOVAL]/[I.RESOLUTION]/ [I.DYNAMIC]/[LONG SHTR NR]/[SHADING COMP.]/[FOCUS PRIORITY]/

[AF ASSIST LAMP]

Press [¦].

The camera will switch to either the most recently used of Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Intelligent Auto Mode.

[¦] button will light up when it is switched to Intelligent Auto Mode.

[¦] button is turned off during recording to prevent the light reflecting on glass or similar, but this is not a malfunction.

[¦] button is turned off and the camera is switched to Recording Mode setup before the Intelligent Auto Mode was set when it is pressed again.

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.

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

In Intelligent Auto Mode, [FOCUS PRIORITY] is fixed to [ON]. When the subject is correctly focused, the picture will be taken.

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Panasonic DMCG3KK, DMC-G3K, DMC-G3W owner manual Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function, Recording Mode ñ

DMC-G3K, DMC-G3, DMCG3KK, DMC-G3W specifications

The Panasonic DMC-G3 is a notable addition to the micro four-thirds camera lineup, introducing innovative features and technologies that cater to both amateur and professional photographers. As a versatile and compact camera, it offers an impressive blend of functionality and portability.

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