Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX80 User Manual

6. Stabiliser, Zoom and Flash
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Taking pictures by using the flash
Applicable modes:
∫ Open/Close the built-in flash
Taking a picture using the flash becomes
possible by opening the built-in flash.
A To open the flash
Press the flash open button.
B To close the flash
Press the flash until it clicks.
•
Forcibly closing the flash can damage the
camera.
• Be sure to close the built-in flash when not in
use.
• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the
flash is closed.
• Be careful when opening the flash as the flash will jump out.
• Be careful not to catch a finger when closing the flash bulb.
In the following cases, the flash is fixed to [Œ] (forced flash off).
•
When recording motion pictures
• When recording 4K photos
• When recording with [Post Focus]
• When using the electronic shutter
• When [HDR] is set to [ON]
• When [Silent Mode] is set to [ON]
• When an image effect in [Filter Effect] of [Filter Settings] is set
Using the flash skilfully
•
When taking pictures with flash with the lens hood attached, the lower portion of the photo
may turn dark and the control of the flash may be disabled because the photo flash may be
obscured by the lens hood. We recommend detaching the lens hood.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX80 Specifications

General

Camera Type	Mirrorless
Sensor Type	Live MOS
Effective Pixels	16 megapixels
Image Processor	Venus Engine
Image Stabilization	5-axis in-body image stabilization
Built-in Flash	Yes
External Flash	Hot shoe
Dimensions	122 x 70.6 x 43.9 mm
Sensor Size	17.3 x 13.0 mm (Four Thirds)
ISO Sensitivity	200-25600
Autofocus System	Contrast AF
Viewfinder	Electronic (2.764M dots)
Screen	3.0" LCD (1.040K dots), tilting touchscreen
Video Recording	4K UHD at 30p/24p
Shutter Speed	1/16000 to 60 sec
Continuous Shooting	8 fps (AFS/MF), 6 fps (AFC)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Battery Life	Approx. 290 shots (CIPA standard)
Battery	Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack, 7.2V, 1025mAh
Weight	426 g (body only)