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DIGITAL CAMERA

FE-26/X-21

Instruction Manual

● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to
use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy
optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a
safe place for future reference.
● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your
camera before taking important photographs.
● In the interest of continually improving our products, Olympus reserves
the right to update or modify information contained in this manual.
● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    DIGITAL CAMERA FE-26/X-21 Instruction Manual ● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Other accessories not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual), OLYMPUS Master 2, warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step Preparing the Camera “Preparing the Camera” (p. 10) Step How to Use the Camera “Three Types of Setting Operations”...

  • Page 3: Using The Menu

    Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 24 to 32) while referring to this page. Three Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Using the Menu Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus, including functions used during shooting and playback and the date/time and screen display. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the s mode (p.

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. B button (p. 22) Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions In shooting mode, settings can be adjusted. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p. 24 2 B CAMERA MENU WB ... p. 25 ISO ... p. 25 PANORAMA ... p. 26 AF MODE ... p. 26 3 C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES P ...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Strap eyelet ... p. 10 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 10 Self-timer lamp ... p. 21 6 EN Lens ... p. 44, 57 Flash ... p. 19 USB connector ... p. 33, 38 Tripod socket...
  • Page 7 n button ... p. 12 g/E button (changing information display/menu guide) ... p. 22, 23/p. 17 Monitor ... p. 14, 40 m button ... p. 3 /D button (backlight boost/erase) ... p. 21/p. 16, 29 Shutter button ... p. 14 Zoom buttons ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display +2.0 1/30 Still image Shooting mode ... p. 14 Flash mode ... p. 19 Silent mode ... p. 32 Macro/super macro ... p. 20 Battery check ... p. 10 Flash standby/camera shake warning/fl ash charge ... p. 19, 40 AF target mark ...
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 1/1000 F3.1 +2.0 ISO 400 100-0004 2009.10.26 12:30 2009.10.26 Still image Silent mode ... p. 32 Print reservations/ number of prints ... p. 36/p. 35 Protect ... p. 28 Battery check ... p. 10 Aperture value ... p. 14 Exposure compensation ...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Loading the batteries and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera Do not insert anything other than an xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera.

  • Page 11: The Camera

    Index area Insert the card straight until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area directly. This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted. “Using an xD-Picture Card” (p. 45) “Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/ Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card”...

  • Page 12: Setting The Date And Time

    Arrow pad and operation guide The symbols 1243, on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that the arrow pad be used. EXPOSURE COMP. +0.3 +0.7 +1.0 2009 10 26 12 30 CANCEL MENU Arrow pad Operation guides displayed at the bottom of the screen indicate that the m button, B button, zoom buttons, or D button be used.

  • Page 13: Changing The Display Language

    Changing the display language The language for the menu and error messages displayed on the monitor is adjustable. Press the m button, and press klmn to select [E] (SETUP). SETUP EXIT MENU Press the B button. SETUP MEMORY FORMAT BACKUP PIXEL MAPPING SAVE SETTINGS EXIT...

  • Page 14: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed ( P mode) In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of shooting menu functions such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. as needed.

  • Page 15: Viewing Images

    To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. Press fully 1/400 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To return to shooting, either press the K button or press the shutter button halfway down.

  • Page 16: Erasing Images During Playback ( Single Image Erase)

    Operations during movie playback Fast-forward: Press and hold down n. Rewind: Press and hold down m. Pause: Press the B button. Elapsed time/ Total recording time First (last) frame/frame advance: During pause, press k to display the fi rst frame, and press l to display the last frame.

  • Page 17: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes The shooting mode changes in the order of P, G , h , s , A each time the K button is pressed. By switching to other shooting mode, most settings set in other than P mode will be changed to the default settings of the respective shooting mode.

  • Page 18: Shooting Movies (N Mode)

    In some cases, the camera may not select the desired shooting mode. When the camera cannot identify which is the optimal mode, P mode will be selected. To focus on a moving subject continuously (AF Tracking) Press m to enter the AF tracking standby condition.

  • Page 19: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using the zoom Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar Optical zoom: 3x, digital zoom: 4x Use of h mode (p. 18) is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness ( Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for G ) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot. Press the F button. EXPOSURE COMP. Exposure compensation value Use klmn to select the desired brightness, and press the B button.

  • Page 21: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. Press the Y button. SELFTIMER Use kl to select the desired setting option, and press the B button to set. Option Description The self-timer is deactivated.

  • Page 22: Changing The Shooting Information Display

    Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, for example, the need for a clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by using the grid display. Press the g button.

  • Page 23: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view and close-up view Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom buttons. Single-image view Closeup view 100-0004 2009.10.26 12:30 Index view 2009.10.26 12:30 2009.10.26...

  • Page 24: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions In shooting mode, settings can be adjusted. E indicates the mode in which the function can be set. The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application [A IMAGE QUALITY] IMAGE QUALITY Still pictures Submenu 1...

  • Page 25: Adjusting To A Natural Color Scheme

    Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting to a natural color scheme [ WB] CAMERA MENU E : P h s n Submenu 2 Application The camera automatically adjusts AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene.
  • Page 26 When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images. Selecting the focusing area [AF MODE]...

  • Page 27: Shooting With Special Effects

    Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Switching the shooting modes [C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES] SWITCH SHOOTING MODES E : P G h s n Submenu 1 Application Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (p. 14). Shooting with automatic settings (p.

  • Page 28: Printing

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted during image playback. Playing back pictures automatically [G SLIDESHOW] SLIDESHOW To start a slideshow After pressing the B button, the slideshow starts. To stop the slideshow, press the B button or the m button.
  • Page 29 Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Rotating images [y] PLAYBACK MENU Submenu 2 Application The image is rotated 90° U +90° clockwise. V 0° The image is not rotated. The image is rotated 90° t –90°...

  • Page 30: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    SETUP MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. Non-Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera before use. Submenu 2 Completely erases the image data in the internal memory (including protected images).

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Saving the mode when the camera is turned off [SAVE SETTINGS] SETUP SAVE SETTINGS Submenu 2 Application The shooting mode is saved when the camera is turned off and is reactivated the next time the camera is turned on.

  • Page 32: Selecting The Battery Type

    Saving battery power between shots [ POWER SAVE] SETUP POWER SAVE Submenu 2 Cancels [POWER SAVE]. When the camera is not being used for approx. 10 seconds, the monitor automatically turns off to save battery power. To resume standby mode Press any button.

  • Page 33: Printing

    Printing Direct printing ( PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.

  • Page 34: Changing The Printer's Settings For Printing [ Custom Print]

    Changing the printer’s settings for printing [ CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 33), and press the B button. Use kl to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the B button. Use kl to select the print mode, and press the B button.
  • Page 35 Submenu Submenu Application This selects the number <× 0 to 10 of prints. Selecting [WITH] prints the images with the date. WITH/ DATE Selecting [WITHOUT] WITHOUT prints the images without the date. Selecting [WITH] prints the fi le name on the image. WITH/ FILE NAME Selecting [WITHOUT] does...

  • Page 36: Single-Frame Print Reservations

    Print Reservations (DPOF In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera.

  • Page 37: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 36). Use kl to select [U], and press the B button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data Press the q button, and then press the m button to display the top...

  • Page 38: Using Olympus Master 2

    Using OLYMPUS Master 2 System requirements and installation of OLYMPUS Master 2 Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software by referring to the included installation guide. Connecting the camera to a computer Make sure the camera is turned off. ● The monitor is off.

  • Page 39: Starting Olympus Master

    OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the fi rst time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screen appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 40: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”.

  • Page 41: Error Message

    Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. CARD ERROR Card problem Use a computer to cancel the WRITE read-only setting. PROTECT Internal memory problem >...

  • Page 42: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.

  • Page 43: Color Hue

    Color hue “Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear” ● Taking pictures by selecting [WB] (p. 25) Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the AUTO setting, but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings.

  • Page 44: Appendix

    The number of pictures that you can take may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer and shooting conditions. AA NiMH batteries (rechargeable batteries) Olympus NiMH batteries are rechargeable and economical. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your charger. Caution: Use only batteries approved for use in this product.

  • Page 45: Using An Xd-Picture Card

    Cards compatible with this camera xD-Picture Card (16MB to 2GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) Using a new card Before using a non-Olympus card or a card that was used for another purpose in a computer or other device, use [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 30) to format the card.

  • Page 46: Still Pictures

    Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures IMAGE SIZE D 3968×2976 H 2560×1920 I 2048×1536 J 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 D 1920×1080 Movies IMAGE SIZE 640×480 320×240 The maximum fi le size of a single movie is 2 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card. * When using a TypeM or Standard xD-Picture Card, the maximum recording length will be 10 seconds.

  • Page 47: Using The Microsd Attachment

    Using the microSD Attachment Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment, as well as with other brands of digital cameras, computers, printers, and other devices that support xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken, but may also result in the malfunction of the device.

  • Page 48: Handling The Camera

    Handling the Camera WARNING • Do not use the camera near fl ammable or explosive gases. • Do not use the fl ash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. • You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects.

  • Page 49: Battery Handling Precautions

    DANGER • Use only the Olympus brand NiMH batteries and proper fi tting charger. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. • Take precautions when carrying or storing...

  • Page 50: Caution For Usage Environment

    50 EN Battery Handling Precautions • Olympus NiMH batteries (included in some areas) are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras. Never use these batteries with any other device. • Always charge NiMH batteries (included in some areas) before using them for the fi...

  • Page 51: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.

  • Page 52: Fcc Notice

    • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal computers (PC). Any unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment would void the user’s authority...
  • Page 53 (f) Products which do not contain a validly placed and recorded Olympus serial number, unless they are a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, OLYMPUS MAKES...
  • Page 54 Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized offi...

  • Page 55: For Customers In Europe

    Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus. com this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this warranty the customer must take the product...
  • Page 56 Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance 1 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain suffi cient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the...

  • Page 57: Specifications

    : 11,860,000 pixels : 1/2.33” CCD (primary color fi lter), 12,700,000 pixels (gross) : Olympus lens 6.3 to 18.9 mm, f3.1 to 5.9 (equivalent to 36 to 108 mm on a 35 mm camera) : Digital ESP metering system : 4 to 1/2000 sec.

  • Page 58: Index

    Index AF MODE ... 26 AF TRACKING ... 18, 26 Arrow pad ... 12 Backlight boost ... 21 BACKUP ... 30 Battery ... 10, 44 BATTERY TYPE ... 32 Beep ... 31 Brightness Backlight boost ... 21 Exposure compensation ... 20 Monitor brightness s ...
  • Page 59 OLYMPUS Master 2 ... 38 Operation guide ... 12 PANORAMA ... 26 PERFECT FIX H ... 28 PictBridge ... 33 Playback image Closeup view ... 23 Index view ... 23 Movies ... 15 Viewing images ... 15 P mode ... 14 POWER SAVE ...
  • Page 60 VN405901...

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