STYLUS TOUGH-8000 / TOUGH-8000 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.
Using Playback Features ...27 Menus for Shooting Functions ...29 2 EN LI-50B Lithium Ion AC adaptor (F-1AC) Battery AV cable OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Step Shooting and Playing Back Images “Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing” (p. 16) Step Printing “Direct printing (PictBridge)” (p. 51) “Print Reservations (DPOF)”...
Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 29 to 50) while referring to this page. Four 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 unavailable menus depending on the other related settings or the selected (p.
Using the FUNC Menu (p. 25) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 25) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. button (p. 3, p. 25) Operating the camera by tapping the Operating the camera by tapping the body body (p.
Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (A K s b n), settings can be adjusted. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p.29 2 B CAMERA MENU WB ... p.30 ISO ... p.30 DRIVE...
Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Loading the battery 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.
Index area Notch Insert the card straight in until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area on the card. This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted.
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Connector cover Charging indicator Lights (orange) : Charging Lights (blue) Battery comes partially charged. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the charging indicator goes off (for approx. 2.5 hours). If the charging indicator does not light or it blinks, there may be cases in which the connections are not correct, or the battery, camera, and/or AC adaptor may be damaged.
Using a microSD card/ microSDHC card (sold separately) microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter referred to as “microSD card”) is also compatible with this camera by using the microSD Attachment. “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 68) Insert the microSD card into the Attachment.
Setting the date and time The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. Press the n button to turn on the camera. ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set.
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Use EF to select [W] and press the o button. ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO BACK MENU Use EFGH to select your language and press the o button. Press the m button.
Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (K mode) In this mode, automatic camera shooting can be used while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, and so on when needed.
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 1/400 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images.
Operations during movie playback Volume: During playback, press EF. Fast-forward/rewind: Select with GH. Each time a button is pressed, the playback speed cycles through 2x, 20x, and standard (1x) speed in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the o button. Elapsed time/ Total recording time During playback...
Using Shooting Modes This section describes the available shooting modes. Depending on the mode, some settings can be changed. For details on the functions that can be adjusted, see “Menus for Shooting Functions” on page 29. Using the best mode for the shooting scene (s mode) Set the mode dial to s.
Enhancing skin tone and texture (b mode) The camera fi nds a person’s face and gives the skin a smooth, translucent look for taking the picture. Set the mode dial to b. b mode indicator Point the camera toward the subject.
Shooting movies (n mode) Audio is recorded with the movie. Set the mode dial to n. A mode indicator QVGA QVGA 15 15 To zoom while shooting a movie The optical zoom is not available while shooting a movie. Use [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 31). To shoot a movie with digital image stabilization [DIS MOVIE MODE] (p.
Using Shooting Functions In addition to the wide variety of shooting modes, the camera has functions that broaden the expressive range and shooting options available to the photographer. Using the optical zoom Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide (W) Pressing the telephoto button...
Use GH to select the setting option, and press the o button to set. Item Description The fl ash fi res automatically in FLASH AUTO low-light or backlight conditions. This emits pre-fl ashes to reduce REDEYE the occurrence of red eye in your photos.
Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a time delay. Press the Y button. Use EF to select the setting option, and press the o button to set. Item Description This cancels the self-timer.
Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, such as for the need of clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by using the grid display.
Quickly calling and using shooting functions The following menu functions can be quickly called and used. • [PANORAMA] (p. 34) • [SHADOW ADJ] (p. 33) • [TAP CONTROL] (p. 49) • [MULTI WINDOW] (p. 26) Press the o/D button. Use GH to select the menu function, and press the o button to set.
Using Playback Features Index view, calendar view, and close-up view Index view and calendar view enable quick selection of a target image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom button. Single-image view Close-up view 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30...
Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] or [COMBINE IN CAMERA 2] can be scrolled for viewing. “Creating panoramic images [N PANORAMA]” (p. 34) Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p. 17) 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 Press the o button.
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (A K s b A), settings can be adjusted. indicates positions of the mode dial at 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] A IMAGE QUALITY...
Adjusting to a natural color scheme [WB] B CAMERA MENU Still images/ Movies (During non-water shooting) Submenu 2 Application The camera automatically adjusts AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene. For shooting outdoors under a clear sky For shooting outdoors under a cloudy sky For shooting under tungsten lighting...
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Shooting pictures sequentially while the shutter button is held down [DRIVE] B CAMERA MENU DRIVE Submenu 2 Application One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. Sequential shooting at the focus, brightness (exposure), and white balance that is locked in the fi...
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Selecting the range for measuring the brightness [ESP/n] B CAMERA MENU ESP/n Submenu 2 Application Shoots to obtain a balanced brightness over the entire screen. (Meters the brightness at the center and surrounding areas of the screen separately.) Shoots the subject at the center n (spot) during backlighting.
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Brightening the subject against backlight [SHADOW ADJ] B CAMERA MENU SHADOW ADJ : K s b A Submenu 2 Application Shoots without using [SHADOW ADJ]. The camera fi nds a person’s face that has been darkened by backlight and makes it appear brighter for taking the picture.
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The frames that were taken are combined into a panorama image using the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD- COMBINE IN PC ROM. Pictures are taken in the last [ISO] or [O SCENE MODE] settings (except for some scene modes).
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Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Taking pictures with [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] 1 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame. 2 Move the camera slightly in the direction of the second frame.
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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 movie shooting mode...
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in When the mode dial is set to the q position, settings can be adjusted. Playing back automatically [G SLIDESHOW] G SLIDESHOW Submenu 1...
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When [CLEAR SKIN] is selected Use EF to select the retouching level, and press the o button. CLEAR SKIN BACK MENU Changing the image size [Q] I EDIT Submenu 2 Application This saves a high-resolution image C 640 × 480 as a separate image with a smaller size for use in e-mail attachments E 320 ×...
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adding a calendar to an image [CALENDAR] I EDIT CALENDAR CALENDAR 1 Use GH to select an image, and then press the o button. 2 Use GH to select a calendar, and use EF to select the image orientation, and press the o button.
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Rotating images [y] J 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° counter-clockwise. 1 Use GH to select an image. 2 Use EF to select the rotation direction. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to adjust settings for other images, and press the o button.
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Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Saving print settings to the image data [L PRINT ORDER] L PRINT ORDER “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 54) Print reservation can only be set for still images that are recorded to the card.
E 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...
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Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Setting the startup display screen and sound when the camera is turned on [PW ON SETUP] E SETUP PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SCREEN OFF (No sound)/ VOLUME *2 *3...
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Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] E SETUP SOUND SETTINGS Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SOUND TYPE BEEP VOLUME SOUND TYPE SHUTTER SOUND VOLUME OFF (No sound)/ LOW/HIGH OFF (No sound)/ q VOLUME LOW/HIGH To turn off all sounds at once, adjust the setting from [F SILENT MODE] (p. 50). Viewing the image immediately after shooting [REC VIEW] E SETUP REC VIEW...
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Resetting the fi le name numbers of pictures [FILE NAME] E SETUP FILE NAME Folder name Folder name DCIM 100OLYMP 999OLYMP Automatic numbering Month: 1 to C (A=October, B=November, Pmdd...
Adjusting the brightness of the monitor E SETUP To adjust the monitor brightness 1 Use EF to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen, and then press the o button. BACK MENU Setting the date and time [X] E SETUP “Setting the date and time”...
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the video signal system to match your TV [VIDEO OUT] E SETUP VIDEO OUT The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on your TV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type.
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Saving battery power between shots [POWER SAVE] E SETUP POWER SAVE Submenu 2 Application 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 or turn the mode dial.
Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Operating the camera by tapping the body [TAP CONTROL] E SETUP TAP CONTROL Submenu 2 Cancels [TAP CONTROL]. [TAP CONTROL] is activated. Adjusts the tap strength and intervals between multiple taps on each side of the camera CALIBRATE body.
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Operating during shooting mode (Example: Flash mode) 1 Tap the right side of the camera body once. ● The fl ash mode selection screen is displayed. 2 Tap the right or left side of the camera body to select a function.
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.
Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 51), then press the o button. EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT Use EF to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the o button. Use EF to select the print mode, and press the o button.
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Use GH to select an image. Press E to make a [SINGLE PRINT] reservation for the current image. Press F if you wish to adjust detailed printer settings for the current image. To adjust detailed printer settings 1 Use EFGH to adjust the detailed printer settings, and press the o button.
Use EF to select [PRINT], and press the o button. ● Printing starts. ● When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] mode, [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. ● When printing is fi nished, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT...
Use EF to select [<], and press the o button. Use GH to select the image for print reservation. Use EF to select the quantity. Press the o button. BACK MENU Use EF to select the [X] (date print) screen option, and press the o button.
Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 of “Resetting all print reservation data” (p. 55). Use EF to select [<], and press the o button. Use EF to select [KEEP] and press the o button. Use GH to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.
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” screens appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Operating OLYMPUS Master 2 When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, Quick Start Guide appears on the screen that helps you to handle the camera without any question. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the toolbar to show the Guide.
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 battery is installed”...
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 >...
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.
Camera shake “Taking pictures (or movies) without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [IMAGE STABILIZER] (p. 32) When a picture is taken of a shadowy subject, the shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO speed is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnifi...
Battery “Making battery last longer” ● Avoid performing the following operations as much as possible as they use up battery power even if no pictures are actually taken ● Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway. ● Repeatedly using the zoom. ●...
64 EN Battery, AC adaptor (included), Charger (sold separately) • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used. Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.
Charging the battery by connecting the camera to a computer To charge the battery, connect the camera to a computer via USB cable, select [EXIT] in the [USB] screen below, and press the o button. EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT If the camera is connected to a printer or an old computer, the operation may be unstable, or charging may take longer than...
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. 42) to format the card.
Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures COMPRES- IMAGE SIZE SION 3968×2976 2560×1920 2048×1536 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 1920×1080 Movies IMAGE SIZE FRAME RATE 640×480 320×240 When [MOVIE] (p. 36) is set to [NON-WATER MOVIE], see “With sound”, and for [UNDERWATER MOVIE], see “Without sound.”...
For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area. Please observe the following care instructions for your camera.
In order to preserve the water resistant feature, as with any underwater housing, it is recommended that the waterproof packing (and seals) are replaced annually. For the Olympus distributors or service stations where the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit Olympus website for your local area.
DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
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.
DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed AC adaptor or charger. Do not use any other AC adaptors or chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries.
Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.
Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type BF Type (American Type) (British Type) (British Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depending on the area, different types of plugs and supply voltages are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
fi re or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
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(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...
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SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR IMPAIRMENT. Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.
: Multi-connector (DC-IN jack USB connector, A/V OUT jack) : 2000 up to 2099 : Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in 10 m (32.8 feet) deep water : Camera can normally be used under water at a specifi ed water pressure.
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Using in low temperatures Low temperature operation of the optional Olympus xD-Picture Card and lithium ion battery are guaranteed to 0°C (32°F). However, the following have been tested for use with this product in temperatures up to -10°C (14°F).
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microSD Attachment Product type Operating Environment Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight Design and specifi cations subject to change without notice. : Attachment for microSD card : -10°C to 40°C (14 to 104°F) (operation)/ -20°C to 65°C (-4 to 149°F) (storage) : 95% and below (operation)/85% and below (storage) : 25.0 mm (W) x 20.3 mm (H) x 1.7 mm (D) (1.0 ×...
Index AC adapter... 2, 65 AF lock ... 19 AF MODE ... 32 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ... 37 ALL (SLIDESHOW) ... 37 ALL INDEX ... 52 ALL PRINT ... 52 All-image print reservation U ... 55 AUTO (FILE NAME) ... 45 AUTO (ISO) ...
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NORMAL ... 29 NORMAL (MENU COLOR) ... 43 NORMAL (SLIDESHOW) ... 37 NTSC ... 47 Number of prints (<x) ... 53 OLYMPUS Master 2 ... 2, 57 Optical zoom ... 22 PAL ... 47 PANORAMA N ... 34 Panorama playback ... 28 PC ...
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Saturation (Hard) ... 38 Saturation (Soft)... 38 s (SCENE MODE) O ... 19, 33 SCREEN ... 43 SELFTIMER Y ... 24 Sepia... 38 Sequential shooting j ... 31 SETUP E ... 42 SHADOW ADJ ... 26, 33 Shooting mode... 19 Shooting movies n ...
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