Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX85 Operating Instructions For Advanced Features page 194

9. Using Menu Functions
[Metering Mode]
Applicable modes:
Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed.
> [Rec] > [Metering Mode]
MENU
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(Multiple)
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(Centre weighted)
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(Spot)
This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable
exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen
automatically.
Usually, we recommend using this method.
This is the method used to focus on the subject on the centre of the
screen and measure the whole screen evenly.
This is the method to measure the subject in the spot
metering target A.
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If you set the spot metering target on the edge of the
screen, the metering may be affected by the brightness
around the location.
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