Recording

 

 

Problem

Check points

The unit arbitrarily

≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion

stops recording.

picture recording. (l 16)

 

≥ The recordable time may have shortened

 

due to the deterioration of the data writing

 

speed or repeated recording and deletion.

 

Using the unit, format the SD card or built-in

 

memory. (l 48)

 

 

 

 

 

Image not in focus.

≥ Hold down the power button until the LCD

 

monitor goes off and then turn the power on

 

again. When [FOCUS] is set to

 

(MANUAL), do the above, then reconfigure

 

the Manual Focus.

 

 

 

 

 

There is noise in

≥ When the [ISO] setting is too high, noise

the recording

may appear in the recorded images. Please

image.

lower the ISO sensitivity setting. (l 74)

 

 

 

Color balance of

≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such

images is strange

as a gymnasium or a hall, set the White

when recording in

Balance setting to

(INDOOR 2). If you

a place such as a

cannot record clearly with the

gymnasium.

(INDOOR 2), set it to

 

(WHITE SET).

 

 

(l 81)

 

 

 

 

 

Color or

≥ Color or brightness of the image may

brightness of the

change, or you may see horizontal bars in

image changes, or

the image when the object is recorded

you may see

under fluorescent light, mercury light or

horizontal bars in

sodium light, etc., but this is not a

the image.

malfunction.

 

 

The LCD monitor

≥ Record in Intelligent Auto Mode.

 

 

 

flickers indoors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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HX-DC3 specifications

The Panasonic HX-DC3 is a compact digital camera that brings together advanced features and user-friendly technologies, designed to cater to the needs of amateur photographers and video enthusiasts alike. Launched as part of Panasonic's range of innovative imaging products, the HX-DC3 stands out with its combination of high-quality imaging capabilities and portability.

One of the most notable characteristics of the HX-DC3 is its versatile shooting capabilities. The camera is equipped with a 16-megapixel sensor, which allows users to capture high-resolution images with stunning detail. This is complemented by a powerful 5x optical zoom lens that extends from wide-angle to telephoto, enabling users to snap wide landscapes or zoom in on distant subjects without compromising image quality.

The HX-DC3 also shines in video recording, offering Full HD (1920x1080) video capture at a smooth frame rate of 30 frames per second. The camera employs advanced encoding technologies to ensure that videos retain clarity and color fidelity, making it ideal for capturing special moments, family gatherings, or outdoor adventures. Furthermore, the added image stabilization technology helps reduce blurriness during recording, allowing for steady shots even when on the move.

One of the user-friendly features of the HX-DC3 is its intuitive touchscreen interface. The large 3-inch LCD display not only facilitates easy navigation through menus and settings but also allows for effortless composition of shots. Touch autofocus enables quick focusing on subjects, enhancing the shooting experience, especially for casual users.

Additionally, the HX-DC3 incorporates a range of shooting modes and creative filters, providing users with the flexibility to experiment with different styles and effects. These modes include beauty retouching, panorama shooting, and various scene modes, allowing for enhanced creativity right from the camera without the need for external editing software.

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