Panasonic DMC-G3K User Manual

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please readthe instructions completely.More detailed instructions on the operation of this ca

VQT3N40 (ENG) 1021 Shoulder strap eyelet•Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.22 [REMOTE] so

11 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Lens38 Tele39 Lens surface40 Focus ring41 Wide42 Zoom ring43 Contact point44 Lens fitting mark45 [O.I.S.] switchH-FS014042(LUMIX G V

VQT3N40 (ENG) 12This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.Note•If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please foll

13 (ENG) VQT3N40About the Lens∫ Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lensThis unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Third

VQT3N40 (ENG) 14Attaching/Detaching the Lens• Check that the camera is turned off.• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.Turn the le

15 (ENG) VQT3N40Attach the lens cap.While pressing on the lens release button D, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.• Alw

VQT3N40 (ENG) 16In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and impro

17 (ENG) VQT3N40Attaching the Shoulder Strap• We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.Pass the sho

VQT3N40 (ENG) 18Charging the Battery∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLD10PP.•Use t

19 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Charging time•The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary dependi

VQT3N40 (ENG) 2Dear Customer,Thank you for choosing Panasonic!You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market tod

VQT3N40 (ENG) 20∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor)–[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH])– [MOTION JPEG] (Recordi

21 (ENG) VQT3N40Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery• Check that this unit is turned off.• We recommend using a Panasonic card.Slide

VQT3N40 (ENG) 22About the CardThe following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit.(These cards are indicated as card

23 (ENG) VQT3N40Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.Turn the camera on.• The status indicator 1 lights when

VQT3N40 (ENG) 24Selecting the Recording Mode∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dialSwitching the mode by rotating the mode dial.Align a desire

25 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Basic∫ AdvancedIntelligent Auto ModeThe subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.Program AE ModeThe

VQT3N40 (ENG) 26Recording Mode: Taking a Still picture• Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4().Selecting the Recording Mode.Press the shutter butto

27 (ENG) VQT3N40Recording Mode: ñTaking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)The camera will set the most appropriate settings

VQT3N40 (ENG) 28When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colo

29 (ENG) VQT3N40The brightness and color optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your preferences.This mode is useful for those who would

3 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Product identification markingTHE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.Product LocationDigital Camera BottomBattery charger BottomFCC

VQT3N40 (ENG) 30Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Defocus Control FunctionYou can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the sc

31 (ENG) VQT3N40Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE Mode)The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the a

VQT3N40 (ENG) 32Recording Mode: Recording Motion PicturesThis can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or moti

33 (ENG) VQT3N40Playing Back Pictures/Motion PicturesPress [(].Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally.Forward: drag from righ

VQT3N40 (ENG) 34• This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats that were taken with this model (on

35 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback1 Display control panel by touching screen.•If no operation is performed for 2 se

VQT3N40 (ENG) 36Deleting PicturesOnce deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.Press [(].To delete a single pictureSelect the picture to be deleted, and

37 (ENG) VQT3N40Setting the MenuThis camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experienc

VQT3N40 (ENG) 38∫ Close the menuPress [ ] several times or press the shutter button halfway.Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.Select the menu item

39 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Switching to other menuse.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] menu1 Press 2.A Menu toggle icon2 Press 4 or rotate the rear

VQT3N40 (ENG) 4∫ About the battery pack•Do not heat or expose to flame.• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for

VQT3N40 (ENG) 40Recording Mode: Compensating the ExposureUse this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brigh

41 (ENG) VQT3N40Recording Mode: ±´²Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter SpeedSet the aperture value to a higher number when you want a s

VQT3N40 (ENG) 42Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed.The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lowe

43 (ENG) VQT3N40Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for

VQT3N40 (ENG) 44SpecificationsDigital Camera Body (DMC-G3):Information for your safetyPower Source: DC 8.4 VPower Consumption: 3.1 W (When recording w

45 (ENG) VQT3N40Minimum Illumination Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/30th of a second)[When the Interchangeable lens (H

VQT3N40 (ENG) 46Picture sizeStill picture When the aspect ratio setting is [X]4592k3448 pixels, 3232k2424 pixels, 2272k1704 pixelsWhen the aspect rati

47 (ENG) VQT3N40Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A93B):Information for your safetyBattery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLD10PP):Information for your

VQT3N40 (ENG) 48Interchangeable Lens (H-FS045200)“LUMIX G VARIO 45–200 mm/F4.0–5.6/MEGA O.I.S.”Focal length f=45 mm to 200 mm(35 mm film camera equiva

49 (ENG) VQT3N40Digital Camera Accessory SystemDescription Accessory#Lithum Ion Battery DMW-BLD10AC Adaptor¢1DMW-AC8DC Coupler¢1DMW-DCC9Flash DMW-FL22

5 (ENG) VQT3N40∫ Cautions for Use•Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the suppl

VQT3N40 (ENG) 50Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change.¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designa

51 (ENG) VQT3N40Digital Camera Accessory Order Form(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information

VQT3N40 (ENG) 52Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Panasonic Corporation of North Am

53 (ENG) VQT3N40Mail-In ServiceFor assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to:Panasonic Exchang

VQT3N40 (ENG) 54As of December 2010Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; loc

55 (ENG) VQT3N40DMC-G3K&G3W&G3PP-VQT3N40_eng.book 55 ページ ２０１１年４月２９日　金曜日　午後１２時１３分

• G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds System standard.• Micro Four Thirds™ and Micro Fo

VQT3N40 (ENG) 6ContentsInformation for Your Safety...2Stan

7 (ENG) VQT3N40Standard AccessoriesCheck that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These

VQT3N40 (ENG) 8¢1 Supplied in DMC-G3K only (lens kit product)¢2 Supplied in DMC-G3W only (double zoom lens kit product)10 11 12 13 14DMW-BLD10PP DE-A9

9 (ENG) VQT3N40Names and Functions of Components∫ Camera body1 Sensor2Flash3 Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp4 Lens fitting mark5 Mount6 Lens lock