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  • Page 1 The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will differ. For Printed in Germany · OIME · 20 · 3/2008 · Hab. · E0460758 the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

  • Page 2: Basic Guide

    Camera Mode dial Built-in flash gP. 4 gP. 73 Control dial Hot shoe gP. 74 (j) gP. 19, 26 # (Flash) button Shutter button gP. 73 gP. 16, 31 < / Y / j F (Exposure compensation) button gP. 51 (Remote control / Self-timer / Sequential shooting) button gP.
  • Page 3 Eyecup gP. 59 Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder gP. 6 gP. 14 AEL / AFL button LCD monitor gP. 39, 52, 89 gP. 8, 9, 37 0 (Protect) button q (Playback) button gP. 85 gP. 78 u (Live view) S (Erase) button button gP.

  • Page 4: Mode Dial

    Mode dial The mode dial allows you to change the camera settings easily according to the subject. Easy shooting modes • Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions automatically. • When rotating the mode dial or turning off the power in the easy shooting modes, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.
  • Page 5 Types of scene modes Icon Mode Icon Mode PORTRAIT DIS MODE LANDSCAPE MACRO LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT NATURE MACRO NIGHT SCENE CANDLE & NIGHT+PORTRAIT SUNSET CHILDREN FIREWORKS SPORT DOCUMENTS HIGH KEY PANORAMA LOW KEY BEACH & SNOW Advanced shooting modes • For more advanced shooting and greater creative control, you can set the aperture value and shutter speed.

  • Page 6: Viewfinder

    Viewfinder AF target gP. 56 Aperture value gP. 45 – 49 Shutter speed gP. 45 – 49 AF confirmation mark gP. 16, 39, 45, 57 Flash gP. 70 (blinks: charging in progress, White balance lights up: charging completed) (Displayed when set to a setting other than auto white balance.) gP.

  • Page 7: Super Control Panel

    Super control panel The following screen allows the display and setting of shooting settings at the same time and is called the super control panel. Press the INFO button to display the super control panel on the LCD monitor. g“Using the super control panel” (P. 28) Shutter speed gP.

  • Page 8: Lcd Monitor (Live View)

    LCD monitor (Live view) You can use the LCD monitor to view the subject while shooting. Press the u button to use live view. g“Using live view” (P. 37) Aperture value Metering mode gP. 45 – 49 gP. 50 Shutter speed Flash mode gP.

  • Page 9: Lcd Monitor (Playback)

    LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g“Information display” (P. 80) Record mode gP. 62 Focal length gP. 120 (The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.) Battery check gP. 6 Shooting mode gP. 4 Card gP.

  • Page 10: Unpack The Box Contents

    Camera Body cap Strap BLS-1 Lithium ion battery BCS-1 Lithium ion USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master 2 charger CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Eyepiece cover Attaching the strap Lastly, pull the strap tight Attach the other end of...

  • Page 11: Preparations For Shooting

    Preparing the battery BLS-1 Lithium ion battery Charging the battery Charging indicator Red light: Charging in progress Green light: Charging completed (Charging time: Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes) BCS-1 Lithium ion charger AC cable AC wall outlet Loading the battery Direction indicating mark Battery compartment cover...

  • Page 12: Attaching A Lens To The Camera

    Attaching a lens to the camera Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens Rear cap Body cap Attach a lens to the camera • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on Lens attachment mark (Red) the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the Alignment mark (Red)

  • Page 13: Loading The Card

    Loading the card CompactFlash / Microdrive xD-Picture Card Open the card cover. Open the card cover. Insert the card’s contact area into the slot as Insert the card until it is locked into place. far as it can go. Card cover Card access lamp xD-Picture Card slot mark...

  • Page 14: Power On

    Power on Set the camera’s power switch to ON. • To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF. Power switch Mode dial Set the mode dial to AUTO. SSWF indicator LCD monitor INFO button AUTO When the camera is turned on, the 2008.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date / Time

    Setting the date / time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera.

  • Page 16: Shooting

    Shooting Viewfinder Place the AF target on the subject while viewing through Shutter button the viewfinder Card access lamp Adjust the focus Press the shutter button halfway. Viewfinder Super control panel Aperture value F5.6 AUTO 2008. 08.16 Shutter speed AF confirmation arge mark Normal...

  • Page 17: The Picture

    Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash. Horizontal grip Vertical grip It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a Taking a picture viewfinder and check the subject’s composition, or while viewing the shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 18: Playback / Erasing

    Playback / Erasing Pressing the q button displays the last picture taken. Playing back images Displays the frame that is stored q button 10 frames back Displays the previous Displays the frame next frame Arrow pad Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames ahead Each time you turn the control dial towards U, the Close-up...

  • Page 19: Indications Used In This Manual

    Indications used in this manual The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to indicate the operation buttons in this manual. See “Names of parts and functions” (gP. 2). In this manual, j indicates the control dial. The following symbols are used throughout this manual.

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Basic guide Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting and playback. Names of parts and functions ..................2 Camera ......................2 Mode dial......................4 Viewfinder......................6 Super control panel ..................7 LCD monitor (Live view) .................. 8 LCD monitor (Playback) ..................
  • Page 21 3 Using live view Functions and operations available only during live view will be explained. Activating live view......................37 Functions available during live view .............. 37 The live view mechanism ................38 Taking a picture using live view..................39 AF operation during live view ................ 40 Using the face detection function...................
  • Page 22 Flash mode setting......................70 Built-in flash shooting..................... 73 Flash intensity control ....................74 External flash shooting....................74 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system ........... 76 Using commercially available flashes ................77 8 Playback functions Describes the functions for image playback.
  • Page 23 9 Customizing your camera Describes how to customize the camera’s settings. Custom Menu 1......................87 a AF / MF ........................87 AF ILLUMINAT....................87 FOCUS RING....................87 RESET LENS....................87 BULB FOCUSING..................87 b BUTTON / DIAL ......................88 DIAL FUNCTION................... 88 DIAL DIRECTION ..................
  • Page 24 Disconnecting the camera from your computer .......... 105 Viewing still images...................... 106 To increase the number of languages................106 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master..... 107 12 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information.
  • Page 25 13 Information Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Card basics ........................118 Usable cards ....................118 Formatting the card ..................118 Battery and charger ......................119 Using your charger abroad ...................119 Interchangeable lenses....................119 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens ............120 ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications ............

  • Page 26: Basic Camera Operations

    Basic camera operations There are three basic ways to make function settings with this camera. 1 Using the direct buttons to operate the camera P. 27 You can make the function settings by rotating the control dial while pressing the direct buttons assigned to a function.

  • Page 27: Using The Direct Buttons

    Using the direct buttons Press the button for the function you want to set. • The direct menu is displayed. e.g.) Setting Sequential / Self-timer / Control dial Remote control shooting SELECT Direct menu Turn the control dial to change the setting. •...

  • Page 28: Using The Super Control Panel

    Using the super control panel Select an item on the super control panel and change the setting. Press the INFO button to display the super control Control dial panel on the LCD monitor. • Press the INFO button again to turn off the super control panel.

  • Page 29: Using The Menu

    Using the menu Press the MENU button. • The menu is displayed on the LCD monitor. CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION NORM i button AUTO CANCEL SELECT MENU button p Arrow pad Operation guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen. : Press the MENU button to cancel the setting.

  • Page 30: Resetting To The Factory Default Settings

    Resetting to the factory default settings Normally, current camera settings (including any changes you have made) are retained when the power is turned off. To reset the camera to the factory default settings, set [RESET]. You can register settings in advance to [RESET1] and [RESET2]. The camera settings at that time are registered in [RESET1] and [RESET2].

  • Page 31: Shooting Guides - Improving Your Shooting Skills

    Shooting guides – Improving your shooting skills Basic function guides To familiarize yourself with the camera, you can start off by taking pictures of surrounding subjects, such as children, flowers and pets. If the pictures taken are not to your liking, try adjusting some of the settings below.

  • Page 32: Brightness - Exposure Compensation

    Brightness – Exposure compensation The camera automatically determines the aperture value and shutter speed according to the brightness level. This is called auto exposure. However, you may not be able to capture the intended picture with auto exposure alone. In this case, you can increase or decrease the auto exposure setting.

  • Page 33: A Guide To Functions For Different Subjects

    A guide to functions for different subjects This section describes the functions suitable under different shooting conditions depending on the subject. Taking landscape pictures This section describes how to take outdoor scenery pictures of forests, lakes and beaches in daylight. Changing shooting mode The proper shooting method varies depending on whether you are trying to capture the silence of a still scene or the...

  • Page 34: Taking Flower Pictures

    Changing saturation There may be times when you cannot reproduce the desired color even when using white balance or exposure compensation. In this case, you can change the [SATURATION] setting to achieve the desired color. The [SATURATION] setting includes two levels of high and low settings.

  • Page 35: Taking Night Scene Pictures

    Changing shooting mode The proper shooting method when taking pictures of flowers differs depending on whether you want to emphasize a single flower or capture a field of flowers. To change the focus area, set the camera to A (aperture priority shooting) mode and select the aperture value. •...
  • Page 36 Changing shooting mode Night scenes have different levels of brightness, and the balance of the brightness in the composition is not uniform. Start by using A (aperture priority shooting) mode to take the picture. Set the aperture to the medium setting (about F8 or F11) and allow the camera to automatically select the shutter speed.

  • Page 37: Using Live View

    Using live view Activating live view It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder. You can view the exposure or white balance effect and the subject’s composition while you take the picture. Press the u button. • The mirror is raised and the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 38: The Live View Mechanism

    The live view mechanism During live view, the image on the LCD monitor is the same image received by the image pickup device (Live MOS sensor / imager) that is used for shooting. This way you can check on the LCD monitor the effects of exposure compensation or white balance. Moreover, you can also enlarge part of the subject to focus on it or display ruled lines to check that the composition is level.

  • Page 39: Taking A Picture Using Live View

    * For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visit the Olympus website. When you are using a lens that is not compatible with [IMAGER AF], [HYBRID AF] will be selected automatically. Taking a picture with [IMAGER AF] Press the shutter button halfway.

  • Page 40: Af Operation During Live View

    Taking a picture with [AF SENSOR] Press the shutter button all the way. AF confirmation mark • The mirror is lowered and the picture is taken after the focus is locked. 250 F5.6 F5.6 • The image that was displayed on the monitor before lowering the mirror freezes during focusing.

  • Page 41: Using The Face Detection Function

    Camera status during AF Imager AF AF Sensor Halfway down All the way down AF Sensor • AF is performed by the image pickup device. • The mirror is lowered and AF is performed by the AF sensor. (The mirror is down so the image display on the monitor freezes just before pressing the shutter button all the way.) Using the face detection function...

  • Page 42: Taking A Picture Using Manual Focus

    If the camera detects a face, a frame will be 250 F5.6 F5.6 displayed in that location. • When you press the shutter button, the camera will focus on the position of the face detection frame (however, if a single AF target is selected with [AF AREA], the camera will focus on the AF target selected).

  • Page 43: Taking A Picture While Comparing The Effect

    Taking a picture while comparing the effect You can check the effect of exposure compensation or white balance on a 4-split screen. Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the comparison screen. g“Switching the information display” (P. 42) • The exposure compensation comparison screen is displayed.

  • Page 44: Panorama Shooting

    Notes • Panorama shooting cannot be done if the OLYMPUS xD-Picture Card is not loaded in the camera. • During panorama shooting, the image previously taken for position alignment will not be retained.

  • Page 45: Exposure

    Exposure Program shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to the subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. • When the shutter button is half-pressed, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed on the viewfinder. Releasing the shutter button displays the shutter speed and aperture value on the super control panel screen.

  • Page 46: Aperture Priority Shooting

    Aperture priority shooting The camera sets the optimum shutter speed automatically for the aperture value you have selected. When you open the aperture (decrease the aperture value), the camera will focus within a shorter range (shallow depth of field) and produce a picture with a blurred background. When you close the aperture (increase the aperture value), the camera will focus within a longer range.

  • Page 47: Shutter Priority Shooting

    Shutter priority shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value automatically for the shutter speed you have selected. Set the shutter speed depending on the type of effect you want. A higher shutter speed allows you to capture a fast-moving subject without blur, and a slower shutter speed blurs a moving subject, creating a feeling of speed or motion.

  • Page 48: Manual Shooting

    Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. You can check how much it differs from the appropriate exposure by using the exposure level indicator. This mode gives you more creative control, allowing you to make whatever settings you like, regardless of the correct exposure.

  • Page 49: Bulb Shooting

    TIPS The picture looks blurred: j The use of a monopod or tripod is recommended when taking a picture at slow shutter speed. To switch the operation between setting the shutter speed and aperture value: j You can set the aperture value using only the control dial. g“DIAL FUNCTION” (P. 88) Notes •...

  • Page 50: Changing The Metering Mode

    Changing the metering mode There are 5 ways to measure the subject brightness: Digital ESP metering, Center weighted averaging metering, and 3 types of spot metering. Select the most suitable mode for the shooting conditions. i p: [METERING] Super control panel MENU [X] [METERING] Menu Setting display...

  • Page 51: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure compensation In some situations, you may get better results if you manually compensate (adjust) the exposure value set automatically by the camera. In many cases, bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward + makes these subjects closer to their real shades.

  • Page 52: Ae Lock

    AE lock The metered exposure value can be locked with the AEL / AFL button (AE lock). Use AE lock when you want a different exposure setting from the one that would normally apply under the current shooting conditions. Normally, pressing the shutter button halfway locks both AF (auto focus) and AE (automatic exposure), but you can lock the exposure alone by pressing the AEL / AFL button.

  • Page 53: Iso Sensitivity Setting

    Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0 Number of frames: 3 AE BKT AE BKT MENU [X] [AE BKT] Menu 3F 0.3EV Start shooting. • In single-frame shooting, the exposure changes every time 3F 0.7EV the shutter button is pressed. 3F 1.0EV •...

  • Page 54: Focusing And Shooting Functions

    Focusing and shooting functions AF mode selection The three focus modes S-AF, C-AF, and MF are available with this camera. You can take pictures by combining S-AF or C-AF mode with MF mode. i p: [AF MODE] Super control panel MENU [X] [AF MODE] Menu MENU button...

  • Page 55: C-Af (Continuous Af)

    C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway. When the subject is in motion, the camera focuses on the subject in anticipation of its movement (Predictive AF). Even if the subject moves or you change the composition of the picture, the camera continues trying to focus.

  • Page 56: Simultaneous Use Of C-Af Mode And Mf Mode (C-Af+Mf)

    Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF) Focus with the focus ring and press the shutter button halfway to activate C-AF mode. • While the shutter button is kept pressed, MF cannot be used. • When the shutter button is not pressed, focusing with MF is possible. TIPS Another way to adjust focus manually in C-AF mode: j You can set the AEL / AFL button to operate C-AF.

  • Page 57: Focus Lock - If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained

    Focus lock – If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera’s auto focus may not be able to focus on the subject in situations such as when the subject is not in the center of the frame. If this happens, the easiest solution is to use focus lock.

  • Page 58: Sequential Shooting

    Sequential shooting Single-frame shooting o Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). Sequential shooting j Shoots at 3.5 frames / sec. for as long as the shutter button is pressed (during JPEG). •...

  • Page 59: Self-Timer Shooting

    Self-timer shooting This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can set the camera to release the shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. For the setting method, see “Sequential shooting” (gP. 58). Press the shutter button all the way.

  • Page 60: Remote Control Shooting

    Remote control shooting By using the optional remote control (RM-1), you can take a picture with yourself in it or a night scene without touching the camera. The camera can be set to release the shutter either right away or 2 seconds after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed.

  • Page 61: Anti-Shock

    Notes • The shutter will not be released if the subject is not in focus. • Under bright light conditions, the remote control lamp may be difficult to see, making it hard to determine whether or not the picture has been taken. •...

  • Page 62: Record Mode, White Balance, And Picture Mode

    Record mode, white balance, and picture mode Selecting the record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures. Choose the record mode that is best for your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, website editing, etc.). Recording formats JPEG For JPEG images, select a combination of image size (Y, X, W) and compression rate (SF, F,...

  • Page 63: Selecting The Record Mode

    This is unprocessed data that has not undergone changes in white balance, sharpness, contrast or color. To display as an image on the computer, use OLYMPUS Master. RAW data cannot be displayed on a different camera or by using common software, and it cannot be selected for print reservation.

  • Page 64: Selecting The White Balance

    Selecting the white balance Color reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight or tungsten lighting is reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each. With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital processor.

  • Page 65: Setting The Auto / Preset / Custom White Balance

    Setting the auto / preset / custom white balance You can adjust the white balance by selecting the appropriate color temperature for the light conditions. F button i p: [WB] Super control panel • Custom white balance is set by selecting [CWB] and turning the control dial while pressing down the F button.

  • Page 66: Setting The One-Touch White Balance

    Adjusting the white balance in the G direction (Green-Magenta) Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will become greener when adjusted toward +, and magenta when adjusted toward –. • The white balance can be adjusted in 7 increments in each direction. TIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: j After setting the compensation value, point the camera at the subject to take test shots.

  • Page 67: Picture Mode

    Picture mode You can select image tone to create unique image effects. You can also fine-adjust image parameters such as contrast and sharpness for each mode. The adjusted parameters are recorded in each picture effect mode. [hVIVID] : Produces vivid colors. [iNATURAL] : Produces natural colors.

  • Page 68: Gradation

    Gradation In addition to the [NORMAL] gradation setting, you can select from 3 other gradation settings. [HIGH KEY] : Gradation for a bright subject. [LOW KEY] : Gradation for a dark subject. [AUTO] : Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region.

  • Page 69: Noise Reduction

    Noise reduction This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. With [NOISE REDUCT.], you can let the camera reduce noise automatically to produce clearer images. When set to [AUTO], noise reduction will be activated only when the shutter speed is slow.

  • Page 70: Flash Shooting

    Flash shooting Flash mode setting The camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as firing pattern and flash timing. Available flash modes depend on the exposure mode. The flash modes are available to optional external flashes. Auto flash AUTO The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.

  • Page 71: Flash Off

    Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) #SLOW2 / 2nd CURTAIN 2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the tail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. In S / M mode, the flash always fires.
  • Page 72 Manual flash This allows the built-in flash to output a fixed amount of light. To shoot with manual flash, set the f-number on the lens based on the distance to the subject. Ratio of amount of light GN: Guide number (Equivalent to ISO 100) FULL (1/1) 1/16 1/64...

  • Page 73: Built-In Flash Shooting

    Set [AUTO POP UP] to [OFF]. g“AUTO POP UP” (P. 92). Notes • When [#RC MODE] is set to [ON], the built-in flash will fire only to communicate with the external flash so it will not function as a flash. g“Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system” (P. 76)

  • Page 74: Flash Intensity Control

    Flash intensity control The flash intensity can be adjusted from +3 to –3. In some situations (e.g., when shooting small subjects, distant backgrounds, etc.), you may get better results by adjusting the amount of light emitted by the flash (“flash intensity”). It is useful when you intend to increase the contrast (distinction between light and dark) of images to make the images more vivid.
  • Page 75 Using the external electronic flash Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before turning on the flash’s power. Remove the hot shoe cover by sliding it in the direction indicated by the arrow in the Hot shoe cover illustration.

  • Page 76: Shooting With The Olympus Wireless Rc Flash System

    Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system Wireless flash shooting is possible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system. With this wireless flash system, you can take pictures using multiple wireless flashes and control the flashes in three groups (A, B, and C). The built-in flash is used to communicate between the camera and the external flashes.

  • Page 77: Using Commercially Available Flashes

    Select a flash mode. • Red-eye reduction flash is not possible in RC mode. Press the # button to raise the built-in flash. After shooting preparations are completed, take some test shots to check the flash operation and images. Begin shooting while checking the charging completed indications of the camera and flash.

  • Page 78: Playback Functions

    Playback functions Single-frame / Close-up playback The basic procedure for viewing pictures are as shown below. However, before using any of these functions, follow Step 1 below. You can set the camera to automatically switch to single-frame playback mode after shooting. g“REC VIEW” (P. 95) Press the q button (Single-frame playback).

  • Page 79: Index Display / Calendar Display

    Index display / Calendar display This function lets you show several images on the monitor at the same time. This is useful when you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image. During single-frame playback, each time you turn the dial toward G , the number of images shown changes between 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 and 100 pictures.

  • Page 80: Information Display

    Information display This allows you to display detailed information about the image. Luminance information can also be displayed with histogram and highlight graphs. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired information is displayed. • This setting is stored and will be shown the next time the information display is called up.

  • Page 81: Slideshow

    Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. Images are displayed one by one for about 5 seconds starting from the currently displayed image. Slideshow can be performed using index display. You can select the number of frames displayed during slideshow from 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 or 100.

  • Page 82: Playback On Tv

    Playback on TV Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. Turn the camera and TV off, and connect the video cable as illustrated. Turn on the TV and set it to the video input mode.
  • Page 83 Editing images recorded in JPEG data format [SHADOW ADJ] Brightens a dark backlit subject. [REDEYE FIX] Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. Set the trimming size with the control dial and the trimming position with the arrow pad. [BLACK & WHITE] Creates black and white images. [SEPIA] Creates sepia-toned images.

  • Page 84: Copying Images

    Copying images This function lets you copy images to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be selected if both cards are inserted. The selected card is the copying source. g“CF / xD” (P. 95) Single-frame copy Play back the image you want to copy and press the COPY / <...

  • Page 85: Protecting Images

    Protecting images Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the single- frame or all-frame erase function. Single-frame protect Play back the image you want to protect and press 0 button the 0 button. •...

  • Page 86: Erasing Images

    Erasing images Lets you erase recorded images. You can select single-frame erase, which erases only the currently displayed image; all-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card; or selected frame erase, which erases only the frames selected. Notes •...

  • Page 87: Customizing Your Camera

    Customizing your camera Use the custom menus to customize the camera for ease of use. Use Custom Menu 1 to customize the shooting functions and Custom Menu 2 to set the basic camera functions. Custom Menu 1 has 8 tabs (a to h) that are divided according to the functions to be set. AEL/AFL AF/MF DIAL FUNCTION...

  • Page 88: Button / Dial

    Custom Menu 1 b BUTTON / DIAL DIAL FUNCTION You can also switch the operation of the control dial to the opposite of factory default settings. For example, after setting [P] to [F], in P mode you can adjust the exposure compensation using the control dial and set the program shift using the control dial while holding down the F button.

  • Page 89: Ael / Afl

    AEL / AFL You can use the AEL / AFL button to perform AF or metering operations instead of using the shutter button. Select the function of the button to match the operation when the shutter button is pressed. Select [mode1] to [mode4] in each focus mode. (You can only select [mode4] in C-AF mode.) AEL / AFL button function Shutter button function Mode...

  • Page 90: Function

    7 FUNCTION You can assign a function to the b button (< button). [Fn FACE DETECT] Press the b button to set [g FACE DETECT] to [ON] and activate the optimal settings. g“Using the face detection function” (P. 41), “g FACE DETECT” (P. 91) [PREVIEW] / [LIVE PREVIEW] (electronic) While holding down the b button, you can use the preview function.

  • Page 91: Backlit Lcd (Backlight Timer)

    The selection screen for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. [STORAGE] Allows you to transfer images to a computer. Also, select to use the OLYMPUS Master software via PC connection. [MTP] Allows you to transfer images to a computer running Windows Vista without using the OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 92: Frame Assist (Ruled Lines Display)

    FRAME ASSIST (Ruled lines display) During live view, you can display the ruled lines on the LCD monitor as a guide when confirming the composition. Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the ruled lines. g“Switching the information display” (P. 42) Custom Menu 1 d EXP / e / ISO ISO-AUTO SET You can set the upper limit when ISO is set to [AUTO].

  • Page 93: K / Color / Wb

    Custom Menu 1 f K / COLOR / WB ALL > You can apply the same compensation value to all the white balance modes at once. [ALL SET] The same compensation value applies to all WB modes. [ALL RESET] The WB compensation value settings applied to each WB mode are all cleared at once.

  • Page 94: Record / Erase

    Custom Menu 1 g RECORD / ERASE RAW+JPEG ERASE You can select the method to erase images recorded in RAW+JPEG. This function can only be used to erase one frame. [JPEG] Erases all JPEG image files, leaving only the RAW image files. [RAW] Erases all RAW image files, leaving only the JPEG image files.

  • Page 95: Cf / Xd

    You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from ENGLISH to another language. • You can add another language to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to Help in OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 96: Printing

    Printing Print reservation (DPOF) Print reservation Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date / time information) with the pictures stored on the card. Pictures set with print reservation can be printed using the following methods. Printing using a DPOF-compatible photo lab You can print the pictures using the print reservation data.

  • Page 97: All-Frame Reservation

    Press bd to select the frame that you want to set as print reservation, then press ca to set the number of prints. • To set print reservation for several pictures, repeat this step. Press the i button when you have finished. •...

  • Page 98: Resetting The Print Reservation Data

    Resetting the print reservation data You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures. MENU [q] [<] Resetting the print reservation data for all pictures Select [<] or [U] and press the i button. PRINT ORDER SETTING Select [RESET] and press the i button.

  • Page 99: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the camera to a printer Use the provided USB cable to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Turn the printer on and connect the camera’s multi-connector to the printer’s USB port with the USB cable. • For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer’s manual.

  • Page 100: Custom Printing

    Custom printing Follow the operation guide to set a print option. PRINT MODE SELECT Selecting the print mode PRINT Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print ALL PRINT modes are as shown below. [PRINT] Prints selected pictures. MULTI PRINT [ALL PRINT] Prints all the pictures stored in the card...
  • Page 101 Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when printing. [<x] Sets the number of prints. PRINT INFO [DATE] Prints the date and time recorded on the picture.

  • Page 102: Using The Olympus Master Software

    Developing RAW images organized by shooting date, allowing you to quickly find the particular images you want. For information about OLYMPUS Master’s other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to “Help” in OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 103: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    ”. Macintosh • iPhoto is the default image management application for Mac OS. When you connect your Olympus digital camera for the first time, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master. Notes • When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.

  • Page 104: Start Up The Olympus Master Software

    “OLYMPUS Master 2” folder. • The browse window is displayed. • When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the OLYMPUS Master initial setting screen and user registration screen are displayed before the browse window.

  • Page 105: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the camera from your computer Make sure that the card access lamp has stopped blinking. Card access lamp Prepare to remove the USB cable. Windows 1) In the system tray, click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon 2) Click on the pop-up message. 3) Click “OK”...

  • Page 106: Viewing Still Images

    • The selected album image is displayed in the thumbnail area. Double-click the still picture thumbnail that you want to view. • OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit window and the picture is enlarged. • Click “Back” to return to the browse window.

  • Page 107: Transferring Images To Your Computer Without Using Olympus Master

    Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. This can be done even without using OLYMPUS Master. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection:...

  • Page 108: Shooting Tips And Maintenance

    Shooting tips and maintenance Shooting tips and information Tips before you start taking pictures The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold •...

  • Page 109: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips Focusing on the subject There are several ways to focus, depending on the subject. AF target is not focused on the subject • Use focus lock to focus the AF target on the subject. g“Focus lock – If correct focus cannot be obtained” (P. 57) Other things instead of the subject are in focus on the respective AF targets •...
  • Page 110 The camera or your hand moves when pressing the shutter button • Press the shutter button gently or hold the camera securely with both hands. • You can avoid camera movement while pressing the shutter button by using self-timer or anti-shock. g“Self-timer shooting”...

  • Page 111: Additional Shooting Tips And Information

    • Use [nHI] (Spot metering highlight control). Press the shutter button halfway at the center of the viewfinder where you wish to highlight the whiteness. The metered part at the center will be set to appear whiter. g“Changing the metering mode” (P. 50) •...
  • Page 112 Using a new card If you use a non-Olympus card or a card used for another application, such as for a computer, the message [CARD ERROR] is displayed. To use this card with this camera, use the [FORMAT] function to format the card. g“Formatting the card” (P. 118)

  • Page 113: Playback Tips

    To view recorded images in RAW Install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. You can use the RAW development function in OLYMPUS Master to develop the RAW image in the camera setting...

  • Page 114: Error Codes

    Error codes Viewfinder indications Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The card is not Insert a card or insert a inserted, or it cannot be different card. Normal indication recognized. NO CARD There is a problem with Insert the card again. If the card.
  • Page 115 Viewfinder indications Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The selected picture Use image processing cannot be displayed for software to view the playback due to a picture on a PC. problem with this If that cannot be done, No indication picture.

  • Page 116: Camera Maintenance

    Viewfinder indications Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action There is a problem with Turn off camera and the printer and / or printer. Check the camera. printer and remedy any No indication problems before turning the power on again. PRINT ERROR Pictures recorded on Use a personal other cameras may not...

  • Page 117: Cleaning Mode - Removing Dust

    If dust or dirt gets on the image pickup device, black dots may appear in the picture. Contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to have the image pickup device physically cleaned. The image pickup device is a precision device and is easily damaged. When cleaning the image pickup device yourself, be sure to follow the instructions below.

  • Page 118: Information

    When discarding, destroy the card to prevent leakage of personal information. Formatting the card Non-Olympus cards or cards formatted on a computer must be formatted with the camera before they can be used. All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted.

  • Page 119: Battery And Charger

    Four Thirds mount Developed by Olympus as the lens mount standard for the Four Thirds system. These all-new interchangeable lenses featuring the Four Thirds mount were developed from the ground up based on optic engineering exclusively for digital cameras.

  • Page 120: Zuiko Digital Interchangeable Lens

    ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens Four Thirds system interchangeable lens are designed to withstand rigorous professional use. The Four Thirds system makes it possible for a fast lens to be compact and lightweight as well. Focal length and depth of field of Four Thirds system lenses When compared to 35-mm cameras, Four Thirds system cameras achieve different effects at the same focal length and aperture.

  • Page 121: Attaching The Hood

    Attaching the hood Storing the hood • Use the hood when shooting a backlit subject. • The lens hood cannot be attached to the 17.5 – 45 mm lens. Main Specifications Items 17.5 – 45 mm 14 – 42 mm 40 –...

  • Page 122: Program Line Diagram (P Mode)

    Magnification Lens, focal length Shooting range ( ): Calculated based on 35 mm film camera Shooting is not possible since subjects cannot be brought into focus at this 17.5 mm focal length. 17.5 – 45 mm 28 mm 15.1 cm – 15.9 cm 0.89 –...

  • Page 123: Exposure Warning Display

    Exposure warning display If the optimum exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the display will blink in the viewfinder and on the super control panel. Shooting Warning display Status Action mode example (blinking) The subject is too dark. •...

  • Page 124: Flash Modes That Can Be Set By Shooting Mode

    Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Super control Shutter Shooting Conditions Conditions to fire panel screen Flash mode speed mode to timing the flash display restrictions Auto flash Fires automatically in AUTO 1/60 sec. – dark / backlit* 1/180 sec.

  • Page 125: White Balance Color Temperature

    White balance color temperature The higher the color temperature, the richer the light More Red More Blue in bluish tones and the poorer in reddish; the lower the color temperature, the richer the light in reddish tones and the poorer in bluish. The spectral balance of different white light sources is rated numerically by color temperature –...

  • Page 126: Functions That Can Be Registered In Custom Reset Settings

    Number of storable Record Number of pixels File File size Compression still pictures (with 1 GB mode (PIXEL COUNT) format (MB) xD-Picture Card) 1/2.7 Approx. 0.5 1881 Approx. 0.4 2665 1024 x 768 Approx. 0.2 4920 1/12 Approx. 0.1 7107 JPEG 1/2.7 Approx.

  • Page 127: Menu Directory

    AEL / AFL VIDEO OUT AEL / AFL MEMO REC VIEW j FUNCTION PIXEL MAPPING 7 FUNCTION FIRMWARE : Can be registered. k: Cannot be registered. * Includes anti-shock. Menu directory Shooting Menu Function Setting Ref. page CARD SETUP ALL ERASE / FORMAT P.

  • Page 128: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu Function Setting Ref. page K / L / M / N / O / h / i P. 81 OFF / ON* P. 81 RAW DATA EDIT SHADOW ADJ / REDEYE FIX / EDIT P. 82 P / BLACK & WHITE / SEPIA / JPEG EDIT SATURATION / Q <...
  • Page 129 Function Setting Ref. page EXP / e / ISO P. 92 ISO-AUTO SET 100 – 1600 (400*) P. 92 ISO-AUTO P / A / S* / ALL P. 92 AEL Metering AUTO* / J / 5 / 5HI / 5SH P.

  • Page 130: Glossary

    Glossary A (Aperture Priority) Mode You set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so that the picture is taken with the correct exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera’s built-in exposure meter automatically sets the exposure. The 3 AE modes available on this camera are P mode, in which the camera selects both the aperture and shutter speed, A mode, in which the user selects the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed, and S mode, in which the user selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the...
  • Page 131 Digital ESP (Electro-Selective Pattern) Light Metering This determines the exposure by splitting the image into 49 areas and metering and calculating the light levels in each area. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format.
  • Page 132 PictBridge A standard that enables digital cameras and printers made by different manufacturers to be connected, and also allows pictures to be printed directly from the camera. Pixels A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed images require millions of pixels.

  • Page 133: Specifications

    Specifications Camera specifications Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens Image pickup device Product type : 4/3"...
  • Page 134 Flash control mode : TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL External flash attachment : Hot shoe Wireless flash function : Compatible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system External connector USB connector, VIDEO OUT connector (Multi-connector) Power supply Battery : Li-ion Battery (BLS-1) x1...
  • Page 135 Battery / charger specifications BLS-1 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. : PS-BLS1 Product type : Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage : DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity : 1150 mAh No. of charge and discharge times : Approx. 500 times (vary with usage conditions) Ambient temperature : 0 °C –...

  • Page 136: E-System Chart

    E-System Chart Standard Lens ZUIKO DIGITAL ZUIKO DIGITAL 17.5-45 mm 1:3.5-5.6 ZUIKO DIGITAL ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42 mm 1:3.5-5.6 ED 18- 180 mm 1:3.5-6.3 ED 40-150 mm 1:4.0-5.6 Standard Zoom (only Standard Zoom available in special kit) Super Zoom (10x) Telephoto Zoom Compatible with Compatible with...

  • Page 137: Power Supply

    Charger CSS-S101L CSS-S102L CSS-S103L CSS-S104L Black White Brown Darkbrown E-420 Leather Bag Black Brown White E-System Backpack E-System Double Zoom Kit Bag For ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14 - 42 mm or ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40 - 150 mm Black Brown...

  • Page 138: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 139: Battery Handling Precautions

    Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries.

  • Page 140: Caution For Usage Environment

    • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it.

  • Page 141: Legal And Other Notices

    • The operating temperature range is –10 °C – 40 °C (14 °F – 104 °F). Always use within this temperature range. Legal and Other Notices • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product.

  • Page 142: Fcc Notice

    – Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – 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).

  • Page 143: For Customers In Europe

    During the one year period of the World Wide Warranty the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that not in all countries such Olympus service station exists.
  • Page 144 Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1. This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealer’s name, the date of purchase and product type) is attached...

  • Page 145: Index

    Index Symbols w+F ............92 B (Basic) ..........62, 112 8 (Beep sound) ..........90 B&W FILTER ...........67 W (Language selection) ......95 BACKLIT LCD ..........91 < CUSTOM ........... 91 Battery ............. 11, 119 Y Custom Menu 1 ........128 BEACH &...
  • Page 146 HIGH KEY ............68 Histogram ..........42, 80, 113 HYBRID AF o ..........40 OLYMPUS Master .........102 Olympus wireless RC flash system ....76 One-touch white balance V .....64, 66, 90 IMAGER AF p ..........40 Index display G ..........79 Information display ........42, 80 ISO ............
  • Page 147 RAW ............... 63 USB MODE .............91 RAW DATA EDIT ..........82 RAW+JPEG ERASE ........94 REC VIEW ............95 VIDEO OUT .............95 Record mode K ......62, 63, 125 Viewfinder ..........6, 14, 16 REDEYE FIX ..........83 Red-eye reduction flash ! ......70 Remote control <...

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