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    Getting erros on SD card

    Hey guys I've been quite busy and haven't had any time at all to look into this since my last post over a month ago. I've got the sd card and everytime I click on it on windows it says "insert card into drive" or something like that. It won't format on win7 or mac but I can still see the...
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    Getting erros on SD card

    I was going through another card from another camera yesterday and I accidentally rotated an image from the card, something I haven't done with the previous two cards. Usually when I do this the image can't be viewed on the cam but this time it resulted in a card error on cam and some kind of...
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    Getting erros on SD card

    It happened again. I saved all my images from yesterday this morning, I did everything right, waited for the cam to turn off, safely remove device off the pc and when I put the card back it it showed card read error. I'm using a Kingston card on my GF-3 as well as a Toshiba Imation card on...
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    Panasonic Kit lens warranty

    I have a GF-3 and I recently bought another (used w/ receipt) for a friend. I noticed on both the invoice and box on both units that only the serial for the body was listed. How do they keep track of the kit lenses and know which is paired with which body. I'm asking in terms of warranty and...
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    Getting erros on SD card

    Yup, it happened again and this time I'm unable to access the folders. Good thing I backed my files up. It happened to another memory card I'm using to test a new GF-3 for my cousin, so it's not the card that's causing these errors. I can't remember if I used it on my GF-3 as well as the new...
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    Getting erros on SD card

    Thanks. I can't remember if I formatted on windows or in cam. I did do a scan of the card on the pc shortly after posting and it said there were bugs/errors which it fixed. The alien files and folders are gone but all my files ended up in the Pana 3 folder when there used to be a Pana 3 and...
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    Getting erros on SD card

    I get these errors with my SD card where these alien files and folders with weird text show up in my pictures folders and one or two images can't be opened. Here's another one: I first encountered this about three weeks ago, I saved the files and formatted my card right away and have...
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    Suggest a small holster or bag for GF3 + 14-140

    Up till now I've been using my GF-3 with the kitted pancake lens in a large compact case which suits me just fine. I've finally got my ideal setup with the 14-140 and I can't seem to find any bags or holsters that fit exactly. I'm currently using my old holster I used for my 500d and 28-135...
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    Help! Fix lens creep on 14-140

    I've recently acquired one as well with some zoom creep when pointed down. It doesn't happen all the time though. When the lens is fully retracted and pointed down it extends a bit on it's own and stays there. Between 50-100mm it just goes up and down quite freely especially when walking...
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    Can you tell from these pics if a lens is misaligned?

    Had a chance to have a quick look at a sellers 14-140 earlier today. I was focused more on checking the lens itself and was only able to get off a few shots to check the alignment.
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    The Lumix GF3 Image Thread

    Here's some snapshots from earlier this morning with my 14 2.5. I don't do PP these days, I'm quite happy with how most of the images come out from the GF3, unless when they are underexposed which can happen quite often. "768" height="1024" alt="P1030694"></a>[/IMG] "1024" height="768"...
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    Need quick info on buying used camera (GF-3)

    Prices here are about 10USD more than you're quoted online prices. I prefer to trade locally since I'm able to check it first. Another factor is I'm trying to get the red color which there don't seem to be that many of. Anyway, based on my description of the one I checked would you go for it...
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    Need quick info on buying used camera (GF-3)

    Thanks for the quick response and sorry for the long ass post. The guy had a Gf3W which was the twin lens kit. Not sure but I think it comes with at least one rear lens cap, I guess maybe there was no body cap. One more unusual thing I noticed, when I popped the flash there was a thick white...
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    Need quick info on buying used camera (GF-3)

    Guys, I'm helping out someone on a budget looking at a used Gf-3. I have my own so I'm familiar with the unit and menu system. I've never actually bought a used digital camera before and the last time I bought a used camera was back in the days of film, so I'm looking for any info and advice...
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    GF3 to GF5 for $50

    Thanks guys. I'm perfectly happy with the GF series. I love the portability of it and the menu system isn't so bad that I would need a body with external controls, for the type of photography I do with this camera touchscreen menu's are good enough. I considered the GX1 at one point but it's...
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    GF3 to GF5 for $50

    I normally wouldn't consider this upgrade, but I got the Gf-3 for 270usd with the 14 2.5mm. There's a chance I may be trading bodies with someone for an additional 50USD. Still not sure if it's worth it I'm happy with the GF-3 but I might go ahead since I will be able to choose the black...
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    Are these lenses prone to dust

    I forgot about that, I heard people find success with that method despite the risks. I've tried that vaccum method with my canon 28-135 once, somehow after the first try I found more dust scattered around the front element, a few tries later they had moved back to the edges but were still...
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    The Lumix GF3 Image Thread

    Picked one up with the 14mm kit lens on clearance for about 270USD. Outstanding quality, great little camera! "1024" height="684" alt="P1010099"></a>[/IMG] "800" height="600" alt="P1020157"></a>[/IMG] "800" height="600" alt="P1201195"></a>[/IMG] "800" height="534" alt="P1000173"></a>[/IMG]...
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    GF3 settings questions

    Thanks for the renewed interest in my post, I still haven't been able to figure either one out, although I haven't been playing with the controls as much. One other thing I've noticed with this camera, paired with the 14 2.5 (my only lens so far), I've noticed that in P mode, the metering...
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    thinking of jumping back in M43 with Panasonic GF3

    I considered the Gf-3 seriously when it first came out along with the E-pl3. I ultimately went with the E-Pl3 because of the external controls and tilt screen. It turned out the tilt screen was useful but in bright light conditions, it would reflect sunlight directly into my eyes so it was...
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    Are these lenses prone to dust

    I guess it shouldn't be a problem buying used ones with dust. The lenses I've had with dust turn up on the inside never resulted in any IQ issues and the dust would always disappear after some time anyway, hopefully that's what will happen with these little m4/3 lenses. I guess an isolated...
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    Are these lenses prone to dust

    I've been looking at a few 14-42, 14-45 and 14-140 panasonic lenses recently, all from 2nd hand stores and all three 14-42's I've seen have dust, one out of three 14-45's and one 14-140's (quite a bit) I've looked at have them. Initially I looked at the 14-45 and 14-140 at the same store and...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    Yeah, you guys are probably right about the apertures changing up, I just never really noticed until now. What do you make of the aperture blades staying in position and not opening up fully when turned off? Does it sound electronic or mechanical, is it enough of an issue that you would pass...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    Thanks for the additional input. I was able to check out another GF-3 at a store today, similar conditions as with the first one, pointing it at a light source did not result in the the aperture blades closing up no matter how close to the lights I put the camera, I did get a few looks from the...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    I really have to put my camera close to the light to get the same type reactions. I'm wondering maybe it's mine that has some defect. As far as the aperture blades, not fully open when the cam is shut, it could be some sort of electronic thing since I do remember once I turned it back on...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    Well I've been playing with my gf-3 a bit more since my last post and it seems, the different LCD brightness level settings have different sensitivities to light. I still can't get it to close up indoors with a light source from above like at the store but now it does close up when I put the...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    Thanks for that, I had no clue that's what happens. However, with the unit in question, I have also observed the aperture blades stay in the semi-closed position once turning the camera off. I just got home and I tried the light thing with my gf3. It only happened when I was right next to the...
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    What causes aperture blades to close up during focusing (GF body)

    I was testing this GF-3 on clearance today and I almost pulled the trigger when I noticed something peculiar. It seems the aperture blades would close up, not all the way but midway during focusing. I made sure to check that it wasn't in the Custom mode which allows for DOF preview and it...
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    GF3 settings questions

    I'm asking about jpegs since i mostly shoot that format. I did try raw for a bit initially but didn't notice, thanks for pointing that out, I probably would have thought it was some sort of error or issue if I had encountered it without your input.
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    GF3 settings questions

    Anyone? Any input would be helpful, I'd also like to know if it's the same on other Panasonic bodies as well...
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    GF3 settings questions

    I'm new(ish) to the 4/3 format and to the panasonic interface. I usually can figure things out on my own with some time but there are a few on my gf-3 I can't seem to sort out since buying it three weeks ago. First, regarding drive modes, I can manually choose between single, bracketing and...
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    Wrist strap options

    @Dragons4mama & Chuck Pike - I've been looking for lightweight straps as well like the ones you have but there isn't much selection here, which is weird because we usually have loads of different generic accessories for everything else. @ean10775, I had a closer look at the Gordy's again, I...
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    Wrist strap options

    I was thinking maybe the Gordy's type attachments would slide around on the Panasonic strap eyelet, is that why you don't use them on those type mounts?
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    Wrist strap options

    The one I'm looking at is actually a lot like yours, which I really like but it's a generic brand and also quite short. I don't think I remember seeing any Tap & Dye straps here. As far as custom ordering, that may not be an option for me as stores here only sell what they have available. They...
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    Wrist strap options

    Thanks for the input. Any issues with the leather bleeding color on your gear? I had a look earlier at some Gariz, Ciesta and some similar to the Gordy's strap. I didn't realize they were quite small, I had trouble fitting them past my hand and onto my wrist, so I'll probably have to wrap it...
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    Wrist strap options

    Hey guys, I'm looking to get a leather strap since there aren't many other options in my area, but I'm not sure how practical they are. For one thing I've looked at a few in person and they do seem quite stiff, I don't know if they soften over time or what but I skimmed through some of these...
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    Another thread about which lens to get

    Thanks for the input. I did think that being smaller, they would be a bit more fragile than the larger, mostly metallic lenses used in full frame cameras, but that doesn't seem to be the case. One thing I did notice with the two lenses I checked was the amount of dust on the surface of the...
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    Another thread about which lens to get

    Not really, but I have looked at a lot of 14-42 vs 14-45 vs 14-140 threads which have given me a lot of info but none have helped me with my decision as of yet to add to my 14 2.5 kitted with the gf3 i picked up last week. Anyway, I'll be making it soon enough but when I do I'll probably be...
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    External part misaligned on new camera

    Got a call from the actual technician who's working on it, says it's normal and he can fix the misaligned side panel thing. As far as the battery cover he says there's nothing he can do about the gap. After explaining to him I had compared it to other units of the same color, and that it was...
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    External part misaligned on new camera

    Thanks for the insight on this. I can't actually return it since it was the last unit and local stores make up their own rules about only being able to return an item for the same model/color while it's still in stock. I don't want to replace it anyway, it's just annoying when you are...
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    External part misaligned on new camera

    BTW guys what do you know about the warranty for their cameras? I went to two different service centers today, the staff at the first one were dicks, the technician suggested that maybe I had dropped the camera asking twice if I had done so, and the service center guy also said that I would have...
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    External part misaligned on new camera

    For some weird reason I'm starting to like how it looks. The battery cover has a pretty noticeable gap as well, larger than on normal GF-3's I've seen and it catches on the side of the camera bag that I use. So with those two issues I may as well just drop by the service center and have it...
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    External part misaligned on new camera

    I need some info from people used to handling Panasonic cameras. I just purchased a GF3, new but it was the last one in stock and I'm hoping I don't have to go through the hassle of returning it. I checked it carefully for scratches on the body, dead/stuck pixels on the lcd, shutter speed, lens...
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    I've seen some high res pics online, doesn't seem to be normal with this model. I took a closer look down the side panel and the two screws holding it in place, one seems not to be totally centered around the little circular part meant to accommodate the screw, and the panel does seem a little...
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    Guys thanks for all your input. I found a place with one white model with 14mm left so I took it. The same chain but different branch from where I found the red one had it cheaper. 280usd for a new camera with a 16gb card and spare battery, tripod and cleaning kit doesn't too bad. I love the...
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    I've seen one other G model in red, the shade seems the same. I guess what makes it more feminine looking are the curves and the overall rounded styling of the Gf3
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    I've visited over a dozen stores looking for one. The two stores i found that carry the gf3 new with the twin lens kit only have them in pink. I was able to find one branch of a local chain shortly after my last post, that still has a 14mm kit in red for about 320 usd. Another chain still has...
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    I did go back the the 2nd hand store with the "new" GF3. There was another guy there and when I asked him about it, he gave me a higher price and said there was no warranty apart from the 7 day shop warranty. The guy barely looked up from his cup noodles when talking to me and seemed annoyed...
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    GF3 - White or Red + some questions

    Yeah, my conversion rates may have been a bit off. It's actually 1300hkd for a used body which is actually around 170usd, not 270 like I had originally stated. Body with a 14mm goes for around 1800hkd which is around 231usd.
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