Selecting the Recording Mode | Panasonic DMC-GX7K, DMCGX7KK instruction

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Selecting the Recording Mode

Select the mode by rotating the mode dial.

• Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode A.

Intelligent Auto Mode (P32)

The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.

Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (P32)

Allows you to adjust the brightness and color hue when in Intelligent Auto Mode.

Program AE Mode (P34)

Records at the aperture value and shutter speed set by the camera.

Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P35)

The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P35)

The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.

Manual Exposure Mode (P36)

The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.

Creative Video Mode

Records motion pictures with a manually set aperture value and shutter speed.

¢You cannot take still pictures.

Custom Mode (P39)

Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings.

Scene Guide Mode (P37)

This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.

Creative Control Mode (P38)

Record while checking the image effect.

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Panasonic DMC-GX7K, DMCGX7KK, DMCGX7SBODY, DMCGX7KS Selecting the Recording Mode, Select the mode by rotating the mode dial

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F0713HH0 More detailed instructions on the operation Carefully observe copyright laws Information for Your SafetyDear Customer Declaration of Conformity Product identification markingFCC Note Product Location Certification and Compliance Following Applies only in Canada Battery charger About the battery packBattery pack Lithium ion battery pack This symbol is only valid in the European Union Contents Limited Warranty only for U.S.A What you can do with the Wi-FiRDigital Camera Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico Limited Warranty only for For Windows For Mac Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure Standard Accessories  VKF5259 VFF1225 VFC5059  VKF5260 H020A FS1442A VYC1113 VYF3371 VYF3510 VFC4605 VKF4971DE-A99B Following settings can be made with the Drive Mode button Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timerDISP. button P27 Diopter adjustment lever P20 Names and Functions of Components DC coupler cover Stereo microphoneHot shoe Hot shoe cover 3738 Touch Lens H020A FS1442ATouch screen Drag Attaching the Shoulder Strap PreparationChanging the Lens Charge indicator turns off Charging the BatteryCharge indicator is turned on during charging About the Charge indicator The Charge indicator turns on About the motion picture recording and SD speed class Inserting/Removing the BatteryInserting/Removing the Card Optional Formatting the card initialization Setting Date/Time Clock SetClock is not set when the camera is shipped Turn the camera on Using the Viewfinder Adjust the angle of the monitor/viewfinderAdjust the angle of the monitor/viewfinder Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder manually Setting and press MENU/SET Setting the MenuSetting menu items Press MENU/SET Calling frequently-used menus instantly Quick Menu Switching to other menusSwitching to the Setup menu from Rec menu Press Q.MENU to display the Quick Menu You can assign frequently-used functions to Particular buttons or icons Taking a Still picture Aperture value B Shutter speed Start recording by pressing the motion picture button This data format is suitable for when playing back on aRecording Motion Picture High-definition TV, etc Selecting the Recording Mode Select the mode by rotating the mode dial Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen Press DISP. to change Playing Back Pictures Using the Playback ZoomPlaying Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Press Press 2/1 Increase volume level While pausingReduce volume level Playing Back Motion Pictures Press DISP. to switch the monitor screen Changing the information displayed on the playback screen Press 3 to select Delete Single and then press MENU/SET Deleting PicturesPlayback Mode, select the picture to delete Then press To delete multiple pictures up to 100¢ or all the pictures Align the screen with the subject Taking Pictures using the Automatic FunctionSet the mode dial to Recording images by changing the brightness or color tone Press the rear dial to display the setting screenTaking a picture with a blurred background Defocus Control Program Shift Taking Pictures with Your Favorite SettingsAperture value and shutter speed value Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-Priority AE ModeShutter-Priority AE Mode +3 Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value Manual Exposure ModeManual Exposure Assistance About B Bulb Taking Pictures that match the Scene being Touch Switch the confirmation screen by touching Fn5Switching the scene selection screen display Press 2/ 1 to select the scene Press 3/4 to select the image effects Switching the image effect filter selection screen displayTaking Pictures with different image effects Filters Set the mode dial to or Registering your preferred settings Custom ModeRecording using registered custom set Select the menu Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style Adjusting the picture qualityTo adjust Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions Highlight Shadow Press 2/1 to select the item Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Adjusting the White BalanceSetting the Picture Quality and Size Press Select the White Balance by rotating the rear dial Menu RecPicture Size Setting the number of pixelsSetting the compression rate of pictures Quality Menu RecQuality Taking Pictures with Auto Focus Menu Custom AFS/AFF/AFC About the focus mode AFS/AFF/AFCPress 3/ 4 to select item, and press Menu Changing the display of the MF Assist Taking Pictures with Manual FocusDisplaying the MF Assist Camera as you compose the picture and then Fixing the Focus and the Exposure AF/AE LockWhile pressing AF/AE LOCK, move Press shutter button fully Properly UnderexposedOverexposed Exposed Setting the Light SensitivityCompensating the Exposure Compensate the exposure Select a Drive Mode Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Select the burst speed with 2/1, and then press MENU/SET Predicted focusing¢7 Focusing in Burst ModeNormal focusing¢6 Focus on the subject and take a picture Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket 10 , etc., and then press Taking Pictures with the Self-timerPress 2/ 1 to select the self-timer icon Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed Compatible Optical Image Stabilizers Leica mount specification lensOptical Image Stabilizer Using the Optical Image Stabilizer function of a lens Press 3/4 to select the item and then press MENU/SET Using the Optical Image Stabilizer function of this unit Setting the focal length of a lens Preparations Set the Shoot w/o Lens to ON. P85 Taking Pictures with the Zoom Applicable modes Types of zooms and recording magnification Applicable modes Open/Close the built-in flash Taking pictures by using the flashChanging Flash Mode Slide the flash open lever Rotate the rear dial left Switching the Playback MethodDisplaying multiple screens Multi Playback Displaying Pictures by Recording Date Calendar Playback Press 3 to pause motion picture playback Press MENU/SET Using Playback FunctionsCreating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture Removing unnecessary parts Clear Retouch What you can do with the Wi-FiRfunction What you can do Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Installing the smartphone/tablet app Panasonic Image AppInstallation Enter Panasonic Image App Procedure Image App is an application provided by Panasonic Wi-Fi New ConnectionRemote Shooting View Connecting to a smartphone/tabletPress and hold Wi-Fi Operate the smartphone/tablet Launch Image App on your smartphone/tablet Connecting to a smartphone/tablet by using the NFC functionCompatible models Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet remote recording Transferring images stored in the camera easily Preparation On the camera On your smartphone/tablet Changing the connection method Into the wireless access point Press the wireless access pointSelect the wireless access point you are connecting Via the network Common Key Select the wireless access point you are connecting toSelect the encryption type Open No Encryption/WEP Set the device to WPS mode Set the device to Wi-Fi DirectTM modeSelect Wi-Fi Direct Enter the Ssid and password into LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version Windows XP/Vista/7/8 About the supplied softwarePHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE Windows XP/Vista/7/8 Check the environment of your PC Click on the Recommended InstallationInstalling supplied software Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software Recording Overheat indicatorMonitor Display/Viewfinder Display AFL AEL Only displayed in the monitor Touch zoom Recording format Detailed information display Histogram display Menu list Rec ISO sensitivity can be set up to minimum ISO125 When a specified time period has elapsed since the shutterISO sensitivity settings values changes in steps of 1/3 EV When camera shake is sensed during recording, the camera Motion Picture Registers the current camera settings as custom setDisables operational sounds and output of light at once Custom Camera automatically adjusts the focus when the eye Shutter will immediately fire when the shutter button isSpeeds up the focusing that takes place when you press Button is pressed halfway with Auto Focus Mode set to Switch the setting method of Quick Menu. P22 Speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure ModeThis will switch display between the number of recordable Enables/disables the motion picture button Setup Be checked An exposure value can be reset when the recording mode isSet the language displayed on the screen Changed or the camera is turned off Playback Specifications Number Metering ModeBurst recording Burst speed Recordable pictures Speed FlashFlash synchronization Microphone Recording file format Still Picture Recording quality Motion picturesQuality Audio compression Wireless transmitter Compliance standard DimensionsMass weight Access method 14-42 mm/F3.5-5.6 Stabilizer S. switchInterchangeable Lens H020A FS1442A Lumix G 20 mm/F1.7 Focal length Digital Camera Accessory System Description Accessory# Digital Camera Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico Customers Product or Part Name Parts Labor Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Coverage For USA and Puerto Rico Only Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions You may contact us at 1-800-211-PANA Or, contact us via the web at Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto RicoAccessory Purchases United States and Puerto Rico For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Limited Warranty only for Canada Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Our Customer Care Centre Fax # 905 Panasonic Canada Inc Lumix Concierge for Camera Owners This product incorporates the following software