Learn how to use camera on your LG G3. You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a 13 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos.
Note: Be sure to clean the protective lens cover with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a “halo” effect.
To open the Camera application
- From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Camera icon.
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- Tap the Camera icon from the Home screen.
Note: If youve set your phone to use the Swipe unlock method, from the locked screen, simply press the Power/Lock Key, on the back of the phone, then drag the Camera icon upward to open the Camera application.
Getting to know the viewfinder
- Flash Taps to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto.
- Swap camera Tap to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens.
- Mode Mode to select the mode from: Auto, Magic focus, Panorama and Dual.
- Settings Tap to adjust the following camera and video settings.
- Gallery Tap to access your Gallery.
- Video Recording button Tap to start recording a video.
- Capture button Tap to take a photo.
Take Pictures
Taking pictures with your phones built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button.
To take a picture:
- From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Camera.
- Frame your subject on the screen.
- A square around the subject indicates that the camera has focused.
- Tap Camera icon to take a photo. Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery.
Multi-point Auto Focus
When you take a picture, the Multi-point Auto Focus (AF) function operates automatically and will allow you to see a clear image.
Dual
The Dual feature allows you to take a picture or record video with the front and rear cameras at the same time.
- From the Home screen, tap the pps Key > Camera icon.
- Tap Mode icon >Dual icon .
Note: Drag the small screen to move it to your desired location. Touch and hold the small screen to resize it. Tap on the small screen to switch screens.
- Tap Stop icon to stop dual recording.
Gesture shot
- Take a picture with hand gesture. To take photo, raise your hand until front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen.
Super Zooming
- You can use a zoom up to 8 times while taking pictures.
- This function operates automatically while zooming in and out.
Note: Use a steady hand. This feature does not work with some functions Objects can be overlapped when taking a picture of fast-moving subjects.
View Your Pictures
The Gallery is where you can access the Gallery of stored camera images. You can view them in a slideshow, share them with your friends, and delete and edit them.
- From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Gallery icon.
- Select a location and tap an image to view your picture.