Panasonic DMC-GF3X, DMC-GF3, DMC-GF3K, DMC-GF3W Operating Instructions

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera/

Lens Kit/Double Lens Kit/Body

Model No. DMC-GF3C/DMC-GF3K

DMC-GF3W/DMC-GF3

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.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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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.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

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Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR

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SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

Digital Camera Bottom

Battery charger Bottom

∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not heat or expose to flame.

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• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of

time with doors and windows closed.

Warn ing

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate.

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Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF

KEEP DRY.

∫ Before use

Remove the connector cover.

∫ How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN

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ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS,

TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON

THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.

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The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

∫ Cautions for Use

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Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

• 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)

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be

disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting

the pictures and/or sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields

created by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,

disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound

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may be adversely affected.

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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. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety...............................................................................................2

Accessories ......................................................................................................................7

Names and Functions of Components ...........................................................................11

About the Lens................................................................................................................15

Changing 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

• About cards that can be used with this unit ..............................................................24

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ........................................................................................25

Selecting the Recording Mode........................................................................................26

Taking a Still picture .......................................................................................................28

Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ..........................29

Easily adjust and record (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) ....................................................31

Taking Pictures with Defocus Control Function..............................................................32

Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) ...........................33

Recording Motion Picture ...............................................................................................34

Playing Back Pictures/Motion Pictures ...........................................................................35

• Playing Back Pictures...............................................................................................35

• Playing Back Motion Pictures...................................................................................36

Deleting Pictures.............................................................................................................38

Setting the Menu.............................................................................................................39

• Setting menu items...................................................................................................40

Compensating the Exposure ..........................................................................................42

Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed............................................43

• Aperture-priority AE ..................................................................................................43

• Shutter-priority AE ....................................................................................................43

• Manual Exposure Mode............................................................................................44

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ..........................................................45

Specifications..................................................................................................................46

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Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change. 1 Digital Camera Body

(This is referred to as camera body in these operating instructions.)

2 Interchangeable Lens

“LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.” (This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions. This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.)

3 Lens Cap

(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)

4 Interchangeable Lens

“LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5–5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”

(This is referred to as lens in these operating instructions.) 5 Lens Hood 6 Lens Cap

(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 7 Lens Rear Cap

(This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.) 8 Body Cap

(This is attached to the camera body at the time of purchase.) 9Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text)

Charge the battery before use. 10 Battery Charger

(Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) 11 AC Mains Lead 12 AV Cable 13 USB Connection Cable 14 CD-ROM

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Software: Use it to install the software to your PC.

15 CD-ROM

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Operating Instructions

16 Shoulder Strap 17 Stylus pen

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SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.

• The card is optional.

• Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-H014).

About unavailable functions such as [STABILIZER], Direction Detection function, description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS014042).

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You

can purchase the accessories separately.)

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456 7

DMW-BLE9E

DE-A98A

K1HY08YY0020

K2CT39A00002

14 15

VFF0833

VFC4710

VGQ0C14

K1HY08YY0019

DMC-GF3W

H-H014 VYF3371

H-FS014042 VYC1009 VYF3201 VFC4315

VKF4385

DMC-GF3C

DMC-GF3K

DMC-GF3K / DMC-GF3

2 4

9 10

12 13

¢1 Supplied in DMC-GF3C only ¢2 Supplied in ¢3 Supplied in ¢4 Supplied in

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DMC-GF3K only DMC-GF3W only DMC-GF3 only

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Technical Support for AV Software

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• For customers: 0844 844 3856

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Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday –Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

• 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, take

a browse on our website for further details.

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∫ Optional Accessories

Lithum Ion Battery DMW-BLE9

AC Adaptor

DC Coupler

Zoom Lever DMW-ZL1

MC Protector DMW-LMC46¢3, DMW-LMC52

ND Filter DMW-LND46¢3, DMW-LND52

PL Filter (Circular Type) DMW-LPL46¢3, DMW-LPL52

Lens Cap DMW-LFC46¢3, DMW-LFC52

Lens Rear Cap DMW-LRC1

¢1

DMW-AC8

DMW-DCC11

¢2

¢4

¢5

Body Cap DMW-BDC1

Tripod Adaptor

¢6

DMW-TA1

HDMI mini Cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30

H-VS014140, H-FS014042, H-FS014045, H-FS045200, H-F007014, H-ES045, H-H020, H-F008, H-H014,

Interchangeable Lens

H-FS100300 (Read P15 for information about other lenses that can be used.)

The 3D Interchangeable Lens H-FT012

Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R

Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card

RP-SDU64GE1K RP-SDA32GE1K/RP-SDU32GE1K RP-SDA16GE1K/RP-SDU16GE1K RP-SDA08GE1K/RP-SDU08GE1K RP-SDU04GE1K RP-SDQ32GE1K RP-SDQ16GE1K RP-SDQ08GE1K RP-SDQ04GE1K RP-SDN16GE1A RP-SDN08GE1A RP-SDN04GE1A RP-SDL02GE1K/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.

¢2 The interchangeble lens (H-H014) is not used. ¢3 When the interchangeble lens (H-H014) is used ¢4 When the interchangeble lens (H-FS014042) is used ¢5 If you are using other than the interchangeable lens (H-H014, H-FS014042), please use the

optional accessaries compatible with that lens.

¢6 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.

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Names and Functions of Components

4567

91011

121314

∫ Camera body

1 Sensor 2Flash 3 Self-timer indicator/

AF Assist Lamp 4 Lens fitting mark 5 Mount 6 Lens lock pin 7 Lens release button

8 Flash open button 9 Touch panel/LCD monitor 10 Playback button 11 [Q.MENU/Fn] button/

Delete/Return button 12 [MENU/SET] button 13 Control dial 14 Cursor buttons

3/Exposure Compensation button

1/WB (White Balance)

2/AF Mode button

4/[DRIVE MODE] button

This button in picture record mode will allow the

user to select between the following options.

Single/Burst/Auto bracket/Self-timer

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15 Shoulder strap eyelet

15 16

LOCKOPEN

27 28 2926

Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when

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using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.

16 [HDMI] socket 17 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

18 Microphone

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Do not cover the microphone with your fingers.

19 Shutter button 20 Motion picture button 21 Speaker

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Do not cover the speaker with your fingers.

22 Focus distance reference mark 23 Intelligent Auto button 24 Camera ON/OFF switch 25 Status indicator

26 Tripod receptacle 27 Card/Battery door 28 DC coupler cover

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When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC11; 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

Mains Lead supplied with the AC adaptor.

• It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion

pictures.

• If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off

due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded.

29 Release lever

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∫ Lens

32 333130

31 34 35 36 32 3330

H-H014 (LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.)

30 Lens surface 31 Focus ring 32 Contact point 33 Lens fitting mark 34 Tele 35 Wide 36 Zoom ring

H-FS014042 (LUMIX G VARIO 14–42 mm/F3.5–5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)

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Touch Panel

This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.

Touch the screen

To touch and release the touch panel.

Drag

A movement without releasing the touch panel.

Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel.

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When selecting features using the touch panel, be sure to touch the centre 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.

Note

If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet,

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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.

∫ About the Stylus pen

It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for 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.

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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;

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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] to [ON].

Enjoying 3D pictures

∫ Taking 3D pictures

Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012; optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact.

∫ Playing back 3D pictures

To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to playback the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an 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

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Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF fomat) for details.

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Changing the Lens

By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure.

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Check that the camera is turned off.

• Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.

Detaching the lens

Preparations: Attach the lens cap.

While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.

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