Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gh3 Owners Manual

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Applicable modes: 
The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode.
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Confirm the effects of aperture:  You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) 
before taking a picture by closing the leaf shutter to the aperture value you set.
•Confirm the effects of shutter speed:  Movement can be confirmed by displaying the actual 
picture that will be taken with that shutter speed. When the shutter speed is set for high speed, 
display in the shutter speed preview will be displaye d like a time-release film. It is used in cases 
such as stopping the movement of running water.
1Set [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] menu to [Preview]. (P42)
•The following step is an example in which [Preview] is assigned to [Fn4].
2Switch to confirmation screen by pressing [Fn4].
•Screen is switched every time [Fn4] is pressed.
∫ Depth of field properties
¢1 Recording conditions
¢ 2 Example: When you want to take a picture with a blurred background etc.
¢ 3 Example: When you want to take a picture with everything in focus including the background 
etc.
•It is possible to record while in Preview Mode.
•Range for shutter speed effect check is 8 seconds to 1/1000th of a second.
Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode)
Normal recording  screen Effects of Aperture Effects of Shutter 
Speed
¢1
Aperture valueSmallLarge
Focus length of the lensTe l eWide
Distance to the subjectNearDistant
Depth of field (effective focus range)  Shallow (Narrow)¢ 2 Deep (Wide)¢3
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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, and focus, allowing you to 
record in a manner appropriate to the scene.
1Set the mode dial to  [ ].
2Press 2/1 to select the scene.
•You can also select the scene by dragging the example images.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
∫ To enjoy a variety of picture effects
Press [DISP.] or touch [ ] on the scene sele ction screen to display explanations etc. 
for picture effects to suit the scene. To take full advantage of the picture effects, we 
recommend that you read the explanations and try recording pictures.
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To change Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, select [Scene Switch] , 
and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step2 above.•The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because the camera automatically 
adjusts them to the optimal setting.
–Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style]/[Sensitivity]/[Metering Mode]/
[HDR]/[Digital Zoom]/[Multi Exp.]
•Although white balance is fixed to [AWB] for certain types of scene, you can fine tune the white 
balance or use white balance bracketing by pressing [ ] on the recording screen. For further 
details, please read  P136, 139 .
DISP.
DISP. 
						

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For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P92.
[Clear Portrait]
The brightness of the face is  adjusted and the background is 
defocused to create a clear portrait.
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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.
[Silky Skin]
Brighter face and softer skin color creates a healthy younger 
look.
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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 lighting.
[Backlit Softness]
When backlighted, the overall screen brightness is 
increased. Portraits are softened and infused with light. 
						

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[Clear in Backlight]
Outdoors, the flash will be used to more evenly illuminate the 
subject’s face.
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Open the flash. (You can set to [ ‰ ].)•White saturation can occur if the subject is too close.•Flash pictures taken closer or beyond the flash’s rated distance 
may appear too bright or too dark.
[Relaxing Tone]
The warm color tone creates an image with a relaxing mood.
[Sweet Childs Face]
Moderate background defocusing and skin tone highlighted 
draws attention to the child’s face.
Touch the face.
•A still picture is recorded with the focus and exposure set for the 
touched location.
•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. 
						

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[Distinct Scenery]
Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery.
[Bright Blue Sky]
On a sunny day, the overall screen brightness is increased to 
create a vibrant image of the blue sky.
[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. 
						

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[Glistening Water]
The glisten of the water is enhanced to look brighter and 
slightly bluish.
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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 the 
objects other than water surface.
[Clear Nightscape]
Color saturation of the night light is increased to accentuate 
the nightscape.
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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.
[Cool Night Sky]
Blue tones are enhanced to create a cool and sophisticated 
image of the night sky after sunset.
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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. 
						

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[Warm Glowing Nightscape]
The warm color tone creates a warm image of the 
nightscape.
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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.
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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.
[Glittering Illuminations]
The star filter enhances pinpoints of light.
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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. 
						

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[Clear Night Portrait]
Fill flash and a longer exposure capture better portraits 
against the nightscape.
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Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].)•We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking 
pictures.
•When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for 
about 1 second after taking the picture.
•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.
[Soft Image of a Flower]
The soft focus creates a diffused image.
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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 P150  for the focus 
range.
•When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range 
is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the 
camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the 
subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.
•Close-up regions are prioritized when taking pictures, and so 
time is required to focus if you take a picture of a distant subject.
•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 may 
not be able to focus on the subject correctly. 
						

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[Appetizing Food]
The overall screen brightness is increased to make the food 
look appealing.
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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.
[Cute Dessert]
The overall screen brightness is set higher to enhance the 
cuteness of the dessert.
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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. 
						

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[Freeze Animal Motion]
The faster shutter speed prevents blur and captures a clear 
image of the fast moving animal.
[Clear Sports Shot]
The faster shutter speed prevents blur, for example at 
sporting events.
[Monochrome]
A monochrome image captures the mood of the moment.