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3. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being
recorded
(Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Mode:
If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the
example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, an d focus, allowing you to
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 2/1 to select the scene.
•The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
•It...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-96.png "Page 97
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3. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures that match the Scene being
recorded
(Scene Guide Mode)
Recording Mode:
If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the
example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, an d focus, allowing you to
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Press 2/1 to select the scene.
•The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
•It...")
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∫Switching the scene selection screen display
Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen.
•
When it is set to the guide display, tips for creating picture effects suitable for each scene, etc.
is displayed.
•To change the Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu s creen, select [Scene
Switch] , and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step2 on P97 .
•The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because t he camera automatically
adjusts them to the optimal...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-97.png "Page 98
3. Recording Modes
98
∫Switching the scene selection screen display
Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen.
•
When it is set to the guide display, tips for creating picture effects suitable for each scene, etc.
is displayed.
•To change the Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu s creen, select [Scene
Switch] , and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step2 on P97 .
•The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because t he camera automatically
adjusts them to the optimal...")
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3. Recording Modes
For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P97.
[Silky Skin]
Brighter face and softer skin color creates a healthy younger
look.Tips
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance
the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the
distance between the camera and the subject.
•The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar
tone to the complexion of a subject, as well.
•This mode may not be effective under insufficient...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-98.png "Page 99
99
3. Recording Modes
For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P97.
[Silky Skin]
Brighter face and softer skin color creates a healthy younger
look.Tips
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance
the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the
distance between the camera and the subject.
•The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar
tone to the complexion of a subject, as well.
•This mode may not be effective under insufficient...")
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[Relaxing Tone]The warm color tone creates an image with a relaxing mood.
[Bright Blue Sky]On a sunny day, the overall sc reen brightness is increased to
create a vibrant image of the blue sky.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-99.png "Page 100
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[Relaxing Tone]The warm color tone creates an image with a relaxing mood.
[Bright Blue Sky]On a sunny day, the overall sc reen brightness is increased to
create a vibrant image of the blue sky.")
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3. Recording Modes
[Romantic Sunset Glow]The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the
sky just after sunset.
[Vivid Sunset Glow]Red is enhanced to create a vivid image of the sunset.
[Glistening Water]The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and
slightly bluish.
•
Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on t he
objects other than water...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-100.png "Page 101
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3. Recording Modes
[Romantic Sunset Glow]The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the
sky just after sunset.
[Vivid Sunset Glow]Red is enhanced to create a vivid image of the sunset.
[Glistening Water]The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and
slightly bluish.
•
Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on t he
objects other than water...")
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[Cool Night Sky]Blue tones are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated
image of the night sky after sunset.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
•The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is
due to signal processing and is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark
places.
[Warm Glowing Nightscape]
The warm color tone creates a warm image of the
nightscape.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-101.png "Page 102
3. Recording Modes
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[Cool Night Sky]Blue tones are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated
image of the night sky after sunset.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
•The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is
due to signal processing and is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark
places.
[Warm Glowing Nightscape]
The warm color tone creates a warm image of the
nightscape.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the...")
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3. Recording Modes
[Glittering Illuminations]The star filter enhances pinpoints of light.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
•Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is
due to signal processing and is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark
places.
[Handheld Night Shot]
Capture multiple images and combine...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-102.png "Page 103
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3. Recording Modes
[Glittering Illuminations]The star filter enhances pinpoints of light.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
•Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is
due to signal processing and is not a malfunction.
•Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark
places.
[Handheld Night Shot]
Capture multiple images and combine...")
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[Soft Image of a Flower]The soft focus creates a diffused image.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash
and avoid using it.
•Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•The focus range is different depending on lens used. Refer to “About the focus distance reference mark” on P151 for the focus
range.
•When a subject is close to...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-103.png "Page 104
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[Soft Image of a Flower]The soft focus creates a diffused image.Tips
•
We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash
and avoid using it.
•Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual
and the screen will look as if frames are dropping.
•The focus range is different depending on lens used. Refer to “About the focus distance reference mark” on P151 for the focus
range.
•When a subject is close to...")
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3. Recording Modes
[Cute Dessert]The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the
cuteness of the dessert.Tips
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance
the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the
distance between the camera and the subject.
•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash
and avoid using it.
[Freeze Animal Motion]
The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-104.png "Page 105
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3. Recording Modes
[Cute Dessert]The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the
cuteness of the dessert.Tips
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance
the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the
distance between the camera and the subject.
•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash
and avoid using it.
[Freeze Animal Motion]
The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a...")
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Taking pictures of scenery, children or portraits
with optimal settings
Recording Mode:
The camera optimizes the exposure, color tone, focus, and other settings for subjects.
•
The following items cannot be set because the camera automatica lly adjusts them to the
optimal setting.
–Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style ]–[Sensitivity]–[Metering Mode]
–[HDR]–[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom]
Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery.
Set the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64904/w64_dmc-gf7k_adv_en_om_d-105.png "Page 106
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Taking pictures of scenery, children or portraits
with optimal settings
Recording Mode:
The camera optimizes the exposure, color tone, focus, and other settings for subjects.
•
The following items cannot be set because the camera automatica lly adjusts them to the
optimal setting.
–Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style ]–[Sensitivity]–[Metering Mode]
–[HDR]–[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom]
Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery.
Set the...")
101 3. Recording Modes [Romantic Sunset Glow]The enhanced purple tone creates a romantic image of the sky just after sunset. [Vivid Sunset Glow]Red is enhanced to create a vivid image of the sunset. [Glistening Water]The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and slightly bluish. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. •Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on t he objects other than water surface. [Clear Nightscape] Color saturation of the night light is increased to accentuate the nightscape.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
3. Recording Modes 102 [Cool Night Sky]Blue tones are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated image of the night sky after sunset.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. [Warm Glowing Nightscape] The warm color tone creates a warm image of the nightscape.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. [Artistic Nightscape] A slow shutter speed captures light trails that can creates an artistic nightscape.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
103 3. Recording Modes [Glittering Illuminations]The star filter enhances pinpoints of light.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. •The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places. [Handheld Night Shot] Capture multiple images and combine the data to minimize blur and noise for hand-held shooting with night scenery.Tips • Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. •The angle of view will be slightly narrower. [Clear Night Portrait] Fill flash and a longer exposure capture better portraits against the nightscape.Tips • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].)•We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer. •When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture. •When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON] , the flash is not activated.•The shutter may remain closed after taking the picture. This is due to signal processing and is not a malfunction. •Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
3. Recording Modes 104 [Soft Image of a Flower]The soft focus creates a diffused image.Tips • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it. •Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. •The focus range is different depending on lens used. Refer to “About the focus distance reference mark” on P151 for the focus range. •When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus rang e is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between t he camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again. •Close-up regions are prioritize d when taking pictures, and so time is required to focus if you take a picture of a distant su bject. •When you take pictures at close range, the resolution of the periphery of the picture may decrease slightly. This is not a malfunction. •If the lens becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, the lens m ay not be able to focus on the subject correctly. [Appetizing Food] The overall screen brightness is increased to make the food look appealing.Tips • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. •We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it.
105 3. Recording Modes [Cute Dessert]The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the cuteness of the dessert.Tips • If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject. •We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.•For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it. [Freeze Animal Motion] The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a clear image of the fast moving animal. • The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF]. [Clear Sports Shot]The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at sporting events. [Monochrome] A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment.
3. Recording Modes 106 Taking pictures of scenery, children or portraits with optimal settings Recording Mode: The camera optimizes the exposure, color tone, focus, and other settings for subjects. • The following items cannot be set because the camera automatica lly adjusts them to the optimal setting. –Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style ]–[Sensitivity]–[Metering Mode] –[HDR]–[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom] Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery. Set the mode dial to [ ]. •Although White Balance is fixed to [AWB], you can fine tune the White Balance or use White Balance bracketing. For further details, please read P125, 126. This mode lets you take clear pictures of moving children or other similar subjects by minimizing jitter with a faster shutt er speed. Set the mode dial to [ ]. •Child Mode uses the following settings: –Drive mode: Burst ([M]) –Touch shutter function: Enabled–Focus mode ： [AFF] Scenery Mode Child Mode
107 3. Recording Modes The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a clear portrait. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Portrait Mode •If you are using a lens with the zoom function, you can enhance the effect by zooming in as much as possible and closing the distance between the camera and the subject.
3. Recording Modes 108 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2Press 3/4 to select the image effects (filters). •The image effect of the selected example image will be applied in a preview display A.•You can also select the image effects (filters) by touching the example images. 3Press [MENU/SET] to set. •It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen. A EXPS EXPS
109 3. Recording Modes ∫Switching the image effect (filter) selection screen display Press [DISP.] to switch the monitor screen. • When the image effect selection screen display is set to the gu ide display, description of the selected image effect is displayed. •If you select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, you can select the following menu items: –[Filter Select]: Displays the image effect (filter) selection screen. –[Simultaneous record w/o filter]: Allows you to set the camera to take a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously. (P122) •White Balance will be fixed to [ AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be fixed to [AUTO]. •Depending on the [Menu Guide] set ting in the [Custom] menu, either the selection screen or the recording screen is displayed when the Mode Dial is switched. (P98) The strength and colors of the effects can be easily adjusted to fit your preferences. 1Press 1 to display the setting screen.2Rotate the control dial to set. •The items that can be set differ depending on which Creative Control Mode is currently set. For information on each image effect, refer to “Items that can be set ”.•Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen.•When making the effect setting, [ ] is displayed on the screen. •If you do not change the settings, select the center (standard) . Normal display Guide display List display Adjust the effect to fit your preferences
3. Recording Modes 110 You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. 1Press 3 to display the setting screen. •Each press of 3 switches among brightness setting, Defocus Control and end operation. 2Rotate the control dial to set. •Pressing [ ] on the blurriness setting screen will cancel the setting. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following case:–[Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode) 1Press 3 to display the setting screen. •Each press of 3 switches among brightness setting, Defocus Control and end operation. 2Rotate the control dial to set. ∫ Change the settings by using the touch screen 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch the item you want to set. [ ]: Adjusts an image effect [ ]: Defocus level [ ]: Brightness 3Drag the slide bar to set. •Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen. Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) Setting brightness 125 125 125 4.0 4.0 4.0 +1 +1 +2+2 +3+3 +4+4 +5+5-5-5-4-4-3-3-2-2-1-10 00 0 0+5 +5 +5 +1+1 EXPS EXPS