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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3K Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera/

Lens Kit/Double Zoom Lens Kit/Body
DMC-G3K/DMC-G3X
Model No.
DMC-G3W/DMC-G3
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions
on the operation of this
camera are contained in
"Operating Instructions for advanced
features (PDF format)" in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
VQT3N48-2
EB

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT3N48-2...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    ∫ IMPORTANT Caution for AC mains lead The wires in this mains lead are coloured For your safety, please read the following in accordance with the following code: text carefully. Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. This appliance is supplied with a moulded As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the three pin mains plug for your safety and...
  • Page 4 • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional).
  • Page 5 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/ 66/EC.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety....................2 Accessories ........................7 Names and Functions of Components ................11 About the Lens........................15 Attaching/Detaching the Lens..................16 Attaching the Shoulder Strap..................19 Charging the Battery.......................20 • Charging ........................20 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ......21 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery..........23 About the Card........................24 •...

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of March 2012. These may be subject to change. Digital Camera Body (This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.) Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G VARIO 14 –42 mm/F3.5 –...
  • Page 8 DMC-G3W DMC-G3K H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315 H-FS045200 VYC0986 VYF3201 VFC4315 DMC-G3X H-PS14042 VYF3443 VFC4605 DMW-BLD10E DE-A94A K2CT3YY00034 K1HY08YY0016 K1HY08YY0015 VFC4634 or VKF4385 VFF0806 VFC4717 VGQ0C14 DMC-G3K ¢1 Supplied in only (lens kit product) DMC-G3X ¢2 Supplied in only (lens kit product) DMC-G3W ¢3 Supplied in only (double zoom lens kit product)
  • Page 9 Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. • It couldn’t be simpler! • Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.

  • Page 10: Optional Accessories

    RP-SDN02GE1A Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. If you are using other than the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042, H-FS045200), please ¢...

  • Page 11: Names And Functions Of Components

    Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body Sensor Flash Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Lens fitting mark Mount Lens lock pin Lens release button [LVF/LCD] button 10 11 12 13 14 15 Diopter adjustment dial 10 Viewfinder 11 Playback button 12 Motion picture button 13 Camera ON/OFF switch 14 Rear dial...
  • Page 12 When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC 36 37 Mains Lead supplied with the AC adaptor.
  • Page 13 ∫ Lens H-FS014042 H-FS045200 (LUMIX G VARIO 14– 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 (LUMIX G VARIO 45 –200 mm/F4.0 – 5.6/ ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) MEGA O.I.S.) 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 H-PS14042 (LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14–42 mm/F3.5–5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) 38 Tele 39 Lens surface 40 Focus ring...
  • Page 14 Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Drag Touch the screen A movement without releasing the touch To touch and release the touch panel. panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting This is used to move the AF area, operate icons or images displayed on the touch the slide bar, etc.

  • Page 15: About The Lens

    SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can playback 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF fomat) for details.

  • Page 16: Attaching/Detaching The Lens

    Attaching/Detaching the Lens • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. • When using the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042), the lens barrel will not retract until the power switch is turned [OFF]. Change the lens only after turning the power switch [OFF] and checking that the lens barrel has retracted.

  • Page 17: Attach The Lens Cap

    Detaching a lens from the camera body Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button D, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or dust does not get inside.
  • Page 18 Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimise lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. • The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) does not have a lens hood. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) Insert the lens hood into the lens...

  • Page 19: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through the stopper.

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.

  • Page 21: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
  • Page 22 ∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor) – [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used Recordable time Approx. 110 min Actual recordable time Approx. 55 min When the interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used Recordable time Approx.

  • Page 23: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLD10E).

  • Page 24: About The Card

    SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.

  • Page 25: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) The clock can be setup with the following procedure at the time of purchase. Change the clock setting in [CLOCK SET] of the [SETUP] menu. For details, read the PDF. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Selecting the Recording Mode ∫ To select a Recording Mode with the mode dial Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. ∫...
  • Page 27 ∫ Basic Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Programme AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.

  • Page 28: Taking A Still Picture

    Recording Mode: Taking a Still picture • Set the drive mode to [ ] by pressing 4( Selecting the Recording Mode. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) •...

  • Page 29: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    ñ Recording Mode: Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.

  • Page 30: Scene Detection

    Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red. When taking pictures > [i-PORTRAIT] ¦ [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] • [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] Only when [ ] is selected...

  • Page 31: Recording Using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode

    Recording using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode The brightness and colour optimally set by the camera can be easily matched to your preferences. This mode is useful for those who would like the settings made by the camera to match their preferences but do not like dealing with detailed settings. Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode.

  • Page 32: Taking Pictures With Defocus Control Function

    Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. Touch [ ] to display the setting screen. • When using the viewfinder, press the rear dial several times to display the Defocus Control setting screen. Touch the slide bar to set.

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Programme Ae Mode)

    Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] menu. Set the mode dial to [ Note •...

  • Page 34: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording Mode: Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. The functions available when recording motion pictures differ according to the lens you are using, and the operational sound of the lens may be recorded.

  • Page 35: Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures

    Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. Forward: drag from right to left Rewind: drag from left to right • It is also possible to forward or rewind the image by pressing 2/1 of the cursor button.

  • Page 36: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Motion pictures in AVCHD format that can be played back on this unit are [AVCHD] motion pictures that were recorded with this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(]. Select a picture with a Motion Picture icon ([ ]) and then touch [ ] to play back.
  • Page 37 ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for 2 seconds, it will return to original status. Operate control panel by touching. Play/Pause Stop Fast rewind Fast forward Frame-by-frame rewind Frame-by-frame forward (while pausing) (while pausing)

  • Page 38: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Press [(]. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then touch Touch [DELETE SINGLE]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [YES]. VQT3N48 (ENG)

  • Page 39: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximise your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items •...
  • Page 40 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. Select the menu item by pressing 3/4 or by rotating the rear dial. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or rotate the rear dial right to move to the next screen. Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial.
  • Page 41 ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] menu Press 2. A Menu toggle icon Press 4 or rotate the rear dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ Press 1 or the rear dial. •...

  • Page 42: Compensating The Exposure

    Recording Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Underexposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.

  • Page 43: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed

    ±´² Recording Mode: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE 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 want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value.

  • Page 44: Manual Exposure Mode

    Manual Exposure Mode 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. Set the mode dial to [ ² Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.

  • Page 45: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. ∫ For Mac Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-G3): Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 3.1 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS014042) is used] 3.0 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) is used] 3.3 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS045200) is used] 1.9 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)
  • Page 47 Minimum Illumination Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/25th of a second) [When the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042 or H-PS14042) is used] Approx. 12 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/25th of a second) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS045200) is used] Shutter speed B (Bulb) (Max.
  • Page 48 Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural Recording media SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card Picture size Still picture When the aspect ratio setting is [X] 4592k3448 pixels, 3232k2424 pixels, 2272k1704 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [Y] 4576k3056 pixels, 3232k2160 pixels, 2272k1520 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [W] 4576k2576 pixels, 3232k1824 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [...
  • Page 49 10%RH to 80%RH Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A94A): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLD10E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1010 mAh (ENG) VQT3N48...
  • Page 50 Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014042) “LUMIX G VARIO 14 –42 mm/F3.5 –5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.” Focal length f=14 mm to 42 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm) Aperture type 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm Aperture range F3.5 (Wide) to F5.6 (Tele) Minimum aperture value Lens construction...
  • Page 51 Optical Image Available Stabiliser [O.I.S.] switch None (Setting of the [STABILIZER] is done in [REC] menu.) Mount “Micro Four Thirds Mount” Angle of view 75x (Wide) to 29x (Tele) Filter diameter 37 mm (1.46 inch) Max. diameter Approx. 61 mm (2.40 inch) Overall length Approx.
  • Page 52 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia • Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or •...

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