Panasonic Dmc G3 Owners Manual

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Before Use
∫Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Press [LVF/LCD] to switch the monitor screen.
•You can switch between LCD (LCD monitor) display and LVF (Live 
Viewfinder) display.
•Switching via the [LVF/LCD] button will be maintained even when the power 
of the digital camera is turned [OFF].
∫Monitor priority
When [PLAY ON LCD] is set to [ON] on the [CUSTOM] menu, the LCD monitor is turned 
on 
when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode.You can save the time it would take to switch the display to the LCD monitor even when 
using the Live Viewfinder to record.
∫ Diopter adjustment
Adjust the diopter to suit your vision so that you can see the 
characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly.
Viewfinder
LV F/LC D 
						

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This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.Note
•
If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection 
sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. 
(Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or 
operability.)
•If a commercially available protection sheet is used,  a little extra 
pressure  may be required if you notice that the touch panel is 
not responsive.
•Avoid having the hand holding the camera accidently apply 
pressure to the touch panel. Doing so may affect the touch panel 
operation.
•Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as 
ball point pens.
•Do not operate with your fingernails.•Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others.•Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.•For information about the icons displayed on the touch panel, refer to “LCD Monitor Display/
Viewfinder Display” on  P185.
∫About the Stylus pen
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) fo r detailed operation or if it is hard to operate 
with your fingers.
•
Only use the supplied stylus pen.•Do not place it where small children can reach.
Touch Panel
Touch the screenTo touch and release the touch panel.
DragA movement without releasing the touch 
panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as selecting 
icons or images displayed on the touch 
panel.
•
When selecting features using the touch 
panel, be sure to touch the center of the 
desired icon.
This is used to move the AF area, operate 
the slide bar, etc.
This can also be used to move to the next 
image during playback, etc. 
						

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Before Use
This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 
3 /4 /2 /1.
Even when the camera is operated using the touch panel, it is 
possible to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button 
if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed.
Cursor button:
Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed.
[MENU/SET]:
Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed.
There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing.
Rotating:
Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings.
Pressing:
Operations that are the same as [MENU/SET] button, such as determine settings, 
etc., are performed during the various settings. 
•
Rear dial is described as follows in this Owner’s Manual.
Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button
e.g.: When you press the 4  (down) button
or Press 4
Rear Dial
e.g.: Rotating left or right e.g.: Pressing the rear dial 
						

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About the Lens
∫Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with 
the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification 
(Micro Four Thirds mount).
∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
Lens with the Four Thirds  mount specification can be 
used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
∫ Leica mount specification lens
•
When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R;  
optional), you can use Leica M Mount or Leica R Mount interchangeable lenses.
–For certain lenses, the actual distance at which the subject is in focus may differ slightly from 
the rated distance.
–When using a Leica lens mount adaptor, set [SHOOT W/O LENS]  (P143) to [ON].
There are functions that cannot be used,  or the operation may be different depending on 
the lens used.
Auto Focus
¢/Auto aperture setting¢/the Direction Detection Function  (P32)/
[DEFOCUS CTRL]  (P42)/[STABILIZER]  (P69)/[QUICK AF]  (P127)/[SHADING COMP.] 
(P131)
¢ Interchangeable lenses (H-FS014042, H-FS045200) are compatible with the Auto Focus 
and automatic Aperture operation during the recording of motion pictures. With the optional 
HD motion picture compatible interchangeable lens (H-VS014140), a more smooth and quiet 
motion picture recording is possible with high  AF following performance and silence design.
For details on the lens used, refer to the website. 
Note
•The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you are using.•The focal length noted on the lens in use is equivalent to double when converted to the 35 mm 
film camera. (It will be equivalent to 10 0 mm lens when a 50mm lens is used.)
Refer to the website for details about the 3D interchangeable lens.
About the lens and functions
Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible 
lenses.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
 (This Site is English only.) 
						

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Preparation
PreparationAttaching/Detaching the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P189, P190  when dirt or dust 
gets on the lens.
Turn the lens rear cap  A and the body cap B in the direction of the 
arrow to detach them.
•Do not put your hands inside the mount.
Align the lens fitting marks C (red 
marks) on the camera body and the lens 
and then rotate the lens in the direction 
of the arrow until it clicks.
•Do not press the lens release button  D when you 
attach a lens.
•Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an 
angle to the camera body as the lens mount may 
get scratched.
Detach the lens cap.
Attaching a lens to the camera body 
						

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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.
•Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does 
not get scratched.
Note
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the 
lens surface when carrying.  (P183)
Detaching a lens from the camera body 
						

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Preparation
In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens 
hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens 
(H-FS014042)
Insert the lens hood into the lens 
with the short sides at the top and 
bottom, and turn in the direction 
of the arrow until it stops.
AFitting to the mark.
To attach the lens hood that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS045200)
Insert the lens hood into the lens, 
and turn in the direction of the 
arrow until it stops.
Note
•When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood, attach the lens 
hood to the lens in the reverse direction.
Attaching the Lens Hood 
						

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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.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through 
the hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of the 
shoulder strap and then check 
that it will not come out.
•Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach the 
other side of the shoulder strap.
Note
•Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.–Do not wrap the strap around your neck.–It may result in injury or accident.•Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.–It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck. 
						

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Preparation
Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
•
Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
∫  About the [CHARGE] indicator
On: It will light up while charging.
Off:  It will turn off when it completes the charging normally.
•
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the 
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these 
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the 
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these 
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not 
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit 
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a 
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging
Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of 
the battery.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•Disconnect the charger from the 
electrical socket and detach the 
battery after charging is completed.
plug-in type inlet type
[CHARGE][CHARGE] 
						

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∫Charging time
•
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging 
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a 
long time may be longer than normal.
Note
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the 
resulting heat generated.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not 
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully 
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
Charging time Approx. 120 min