Recording

Item

Description of settings

:AUTO The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make

it necessary.

The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make

:

it necessary.

It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye

AUTO/Red-Eye

phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then

Reduction

activated again for the actual recording.

Use this when you take pictures of people in low lighting conditions.

: Forced Flash ON The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording conditions.

:Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.

Forced ON/Red-Eye

Reduction

 

When taking pictures against a dark background landscape, this feature

: Slow Sync.

will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated. Dark background

:

landscape will appear brighter.

Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark

Slow Sync./

background.

Red-Eye Reduction

Using a slower speed can cause motion blur. Using a tripod can

 

enhance your photos.

Œ: Forced Flash

The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.

Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of the

OFF

flash is not permitted.

 

Close the flash to turn it off when the built-in flash is used.

The flash is activated twice. The interval between the first and second flash is

longer when [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set. The subject should not move until the second flash is activated.

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Panasonic DMC-G3 owner manual AUTO/Red-Eye, Reduction, Slow Sync, Landscape will appear brighter, Flash is not permitted

DMC-G3 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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The DMC-G3 boasts a 3-inch articulating touchscreen LCD that allows for easy framing and reviewing of images from different angles. The touchscreen interface enhances user experience with intuitive controls, making it easy to focus and capture images with a simple tap. In addition to the LCD, the camera features a 1,440,000-dot electronic viewfinder, offering a clear and detailed view of subjects, even in bright sunlight.

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