How to use the Scene Guide Mode.
DC-FZ80, DMC-FZ2500, DMC-G85, DMC-GX85, DC-GX850, DC-ZS70, DC-ZS80, DC-G95
Applicable Shooting modes
If you select a scene to suit the subject and recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene.- Set the mode dial to [Scene].
- It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching [Scene] while in the recording screen.
- Press ◄ / ► to select the scene.
- The scene can also be selected by dragging an example image or the slide bar.
- Press the [MENU / SET ] button.
Notes:
- Depending on the scene, the recording screen may seem as if frames are missed.
- To change the Scene Guide Mode, select [Scene] on the menu screen, select [Scene Switch], and then press [MENU / SET]. You can return to step 2.
- Although White Balance is fixed to [AWB] for certain types of scene, you can fine tune the White Balance or use White Balance bracketing by pressing the cursor button ► on the recording screen.
- The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode
because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal
setting:
- Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style]
- [Sensitivity]
- [Filter Settings]
- [Metering Mode]
- [HDR] / [Multi Exp.]
- For models DC-GX850, DMC-GX85, DMC-G85: [Digital Zoom]
Types of Scene Guide Modes
Displaying the description of each scene and recording tips Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed.- When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed.
List of Scene Guide Modes
- [Clear Portrait]
- [Silky Skin]
- The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar tone to the complexion of the subject, as well.
- This mode may not be effective under insufficient lighting.
- [Backlit Softness]
- [Clear in Backlight]
- [Relaxing Tone]
- [Sweet Child's Face]
- Touch the face. A still picture is recorded with the focus and exposure set for the touched location.
- [Distinct Scenery]
- [Bright Blue Sky]
- [Romantic Sunset Glow]
- [Vivid Sunset Glow]
- [Glistening Water]
- Star filter used in this mode may cause glistening effects on objects other than the water surface.
- [Clear Nightscape]
- [Cool Night Sky]
- [Warm Glowing Nightscape]
- [Artistic Nightscape]
- [Glittering Illuminations]
- [Handheld Night Shots]
- Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button.
- The angle of view will be slightly narrower.
- [Clear Night Portrait]
- We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
- When [Clear Night Portrait] is selected, keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture.
- [Soft Image of a Flower]
- For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it.
- [Appetizing Food]
- For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it.
- [Cute Dessert]
- For close-up recording, we recommend that you close the flash and avoid using it.
- [Freeze Animal Motion]
- The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF]
- [Clear Sports Shot]
- [Monochrome]