Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gm1 Owners Manual
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4. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/
Shutter Speed
Recording Mode:
•
The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording
screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P90)
•The brightness of the screen and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the
playback screen.
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set
the aperture value to a lower number when you...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64922/w64_dmc-gm1k_en_adv_om_d-85.png "Page 86
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4. Recording Modes
Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/
Shutter Speed
Recording Mode:
•
The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording
screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P90)
•The brightness of the screen and the recorded pictures may differ. Check the pictures on the
playback screen.
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set
the aperture value to a lower number when you...")
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4. Recording Modes
When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter
speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Rotate the control dial to set the shutter
speed.
AShutter speed
B Exposure meter
•Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Shutter Speed Setting and
Exposure Compensation.
•Rotate the control dial to display the Exposure Meter. Unsuitable areas of the range are
displayed in...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64922/w64_dmc-gm1k_en_adv_om_d-86.png "Page 87
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4. Recording Modes
When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter
speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Rotate the control dial to set the shutter
speed.
AShutter speed
B Exposure meter
•Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Shutter Speed Setting and
Exposure Compensation.
•Rotate the control dial to display the Exposure Meter. Unsuitable areas of the range are
displayed in...")
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4. Recording Modes
Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.
The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate
the exposure.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Rotate the control dial to set the aperture
value and shutter speed.
AExposure meter
B Aperture value
C Shutter speed
D Manual Exposure Assistance
•Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Aperture Setting and Shutter
Speed Setting.
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4. Recording Modes
Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.
The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate
the exposure.
1Set the mode dial to [ ].
2Rotate the control dial to set the aperture
value and shutter speed.
AExposure meter
B Aperture value
C Shutter speed
D Manual Exposure Assistance
•Each press of the cursor button 3 switches between Aperture Setting and Shutter
Speed Setting.
Manual Exposure Mode...")
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4. 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, 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.
•The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
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4. 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, 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.
•The scene can also be selected by dragging an example
image or the slide bar.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
∫...")
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4. Recording Modes
•To change the Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, select [Scene
Switch] , and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step
2 on P93 .
•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]
–[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom]
•Although White Balance is fixed to [AWB] for certain types of scene,...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64922/w64_dmc-gm1k_en_adv_om_d-93.png "Page 94
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4. Recording Modes
•To change the Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, select [Scene
Switch] , and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step
2 on P93 .
•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]
–[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom]
•Although White Balance is fixed to [AWB] for certain types of scene,...")
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4. Recording Modes
For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P93.
[Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is
defocused to create a clear portrait.Ti ps
•
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.Ti ps
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64922/w64_dmc-gm1k_en_adv_om_d-94.png "Page 95
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4. Recording Modes
For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P93.
[Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is
defocused to create a clear portrait.Ti ps
•
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.Ti ps
•
If you are using a lens with the zoom...")
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4. Recording Modes
[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.
Ti ps
•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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4. Recording Modes
[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.
Ti ps
•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.
[Distinct...")
91 4. Recording Modes 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. ¢1 Aperture valueSmallLarge Focus length of the lensTe leWide Distance to the subjectNearDistant Depth of field (effective focus range) Shallow (Narrow)¢2 Deep (Wide)¢ 3
92 4. Recording Modes Applicable modes: When the exposure setting is too bright or too dark, you can use one push AE to achieve a suitable exposure setting.• The exposure meter is displayed, and the aperture and shutter speed are changed to give a suitable exposure. •In the following cases, suitable exposure cannot be set. –When the subject is extremely dark and it is not possible to achieve adequate exposure by changing the aperture value or shutter speed –When recording using the flash –In Preview Mode (P90) –When using a lens that includes an aperture ring Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One Push AE) How to tell if the exposure is not adequate •If the aperture values and shutter speed blink red A when the shutter button is pressed halfway. •If the Manual Exposure Assistance is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode. For more details on Manual Exposure Assistance, refer to P89 . 1Set a function button to [One Push AE]. (P43) •The following step is an example in which [One Push AE] is assigned to [Fn5]. 2Touch [ ]. 3(When exposure is not adequate) Touch [Fn5]. 00-3-3200160001600016000 3.53.53.5989898 A 200 SSSSSS F15 250 4.0 5.6 8.0 1256030 606060 3.50 AEFn5 Fn6 00-3-3200160001600016000 3.53.53.5989898
93 4. 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, 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. •The scene can also be selected by dragging an example image or the slide bar. 3Press [MENU/SET] to set. ∫ 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. •It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the Recording Mode icon in recording screen. Normal display Guide display List display7
94 4. Recording Modes •To change the Scene Guide Mode, select the [ ] tab on the menu screen, select [Scene Switch] , and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step 2 on P93 . •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] –[Multi Exp.]–[Digital Zoom] •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 the cursor button 1 on the recording screen. For further details, please read P126, 127. Displaying/not displaying the selection screen when the mode dial is switched to / . [MENU] > [Custom] > [Menu Guide] [ON]: Displays the selection screen for the Scene Guide or the Creative Control Mode. [OFF]: Displays the recording screen of the currently selected mode of the Scene Guide or the Creative Control Mode.
95 4. Recording Modes For details on “Scene Guide Mode” settings, refer to P93. [Clear Portrait] The brightness of the face is adjusted and the background is defocused to create a clear portrait.Ti ps • 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.Ti ps • 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.
96 4. Recording Modes [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. Ti ps •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. [Distinct Scenery] Saturation of sky and trees creates more distinct scenery.
97 4. Recording Modes [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.
98 4. Recording Modes [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 the objects other than water surface. [Clear Nightscape] Color saturation of the night light is increased to accentuate the nightscape.Ti ps • 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.Ti ps • 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.
99 4. Recording Modes [Warm Glowing Nightscape]The warm color tone creates a warm image of the nightscape.Ti ps • 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.Ti ps • 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.Ti ps • 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.
100 4. Recording Modes [Handheld Night Shot]Capture multiple images and combine the data to minimize blur and noise for hand-held shooting with night scenery.Ti ps • 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.Ti ps • 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.