Panasonic Lumix GX8 - Manual (Page 190)

6. Shutter and Drive Settings
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∫ To change the aspect ratio
Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K
photos.
∫ To record the subject with reduced blur
You can reduce the blur of the subject by setting a faster shutter speed.
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Set the mode dial to [ ].
2
Set the shutter speed by rotating the rear dial or the front dial.
∫ Shutter sound for 4K photo recording
When using [ ] ([4K Burst]) or [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]), recording is performed with the
electronic shutter. You can change the electronic shutter sound settings in [E-Shutter Vol]
and [E-Shutter Tone].
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When recording with [ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)]), you can set the start/stop tone volume in
[Beep Volume].
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You can perform high speed burst recording quietly using the 4K Photo function in combination
with [Silent Mode].
∫ Scenes not suitable for the 4K Photo function
Recording in extremely bright locations or indoors
When subjects are recorded in an extremely bright place or under fluorescent/LED
lighting, the color tone or brightness of the image may change, or horizontal stripes may
appear on the screen.
Lowering the shutter speed may reduce the effect of the horizontal stripes.
Subjects that are moving fast in the horizontal direction
If you record a subject moving fast in the horizontal direction, the subject in the recorded
pictures may appear distorted.
Notes on the 4K Photo function
• To record a fast-moving subject, increase the shutter speed.
– Approximate shutter speed for outdoor recording in fine weather conditions: 1/1000
seconds or faster
• If you increase the shutter speed:
– The ISO sensitivity becomes higher. This may result in more visible noise on the
screen.