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STYLUS 1

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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.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the
development stages and may differ from the actual product.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there
are additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the
contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    STYLUS 1 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: Components View

    Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. Also Cautions important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Notes Points to note when using the camera. Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of Tips your camera.
  • Page 3 Automatic lens cap The automatic lens cap is removable. When attaching the conversion lens and the other lenses, remove the automatic lens cap. • Removing • Attaching Attaching mark Attach the lens cap so that the attaching mark turns up.

  • Page 4: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts 1 Shutter button ......P. 10, 39 a Mode dial ........P. 10, 16 2 R (Movie) button/ H button b Flash switch ........P. 28 ..........P. 13/P. 12 c Side zoom lever ......P. 70 3 Zoom lever ........P. 10, 11 d Stereo microphone 4 Sub dial (j) ......P.
  • Page 5 F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 29) H (Left) / I (Right) / P (AF target) button # (Flash) button (P. 31) (P. 28) Q button (P. 13, 32) G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) (P. 30) / (Erase) button (P.

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    Preparations for shooting Attaching the camera strap • Attach the strap to the other eyelet in the same manner. • Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Charging the battery Charging the battery. Charging indicator Charging indicator Direction indicating mark ( ) BCS-5 Lithium ion battery...

  • Page 7: Inserting And Removing The Battery And Card

    Inserting and removing the battery and card Follow Steps 1 and 2 to open the Battery/card compartment cover battery/card compartment cover. • Turn off the camera before opening the battery/ card compartment cover. Battery/card compartment lock Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 8 Turning on the camera and making the initial settings When you turn on the camera for the first time, a screen appears enabling to set the language for the menus and messages displayed in the monitor, and the date and time. After turning the camera on with the ON/OFF button, select a language using FGHI and press the A button.

  • Page 10: Taking Photographs

    Using basic functions Taking photographs Press the n button to turn on the camera. When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. Set the mode dial to P. Frame the shot. The viewfinder turns on and the monitor turns off automatically when you put your eye to the viewfinder.

  • Page 11: Viewing/Erasing Still Images

    Viewing/Erasing still images Turn on the camera. Viewing photographs Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph is displayed. • Press HI or turn the sub dial to select an image. Sub dial Displays the Displays the previous frame next frame 4 : 3 100-0020...

  • Page 12: Erasing Still Images

    Close-up playback • In single-frame playback, turn the zoom lever to T to zoom in up to 14×; turn to W to return to single-frame playback. • You can also use the control ring to change the magnification strength. • Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture is zoomed in.

  • Page 13: Recording Movies

    Recording movies Turn on the camera. Set the mode dial to P. Press the R button to begin recording. Press the R button again to end recording. Displayed during recording Recording time 00:02:18 • When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted due to the rolling shutter phenomenon.

  • Page 14: Monitor Display During Shooting

    Monitor display during shooting 5 678 10.7 10.7 Wi-Fi IS OFF IS OFF IS OFF IS OFF S-AF S-AF S-AF S-AF I S O I S O 4” 4” 60 250 2000 60 250 2000 F2.8 3.2 4.0 5.6 8.0 F2.8 3.2 4.0 5.6 -3 -3 C AEL...

  • Page 15: Monitor Display During Playback

    Monitor display during playback Simplified display Overall display ×10 ×10 ×10 ×10 F5.6 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 20mm 20mm +1.0 +1.0 AUTO ISO 400 ISO 400 sRGB sRGB iNatural iNatural 3968×2976 4 : 3 100-0015 4 : 3 100-0015 2013.10.26 12:30 2013.10.26 12:30 1 Battery check e Shooting mode......P.

  • Page 16: Using The Shooting Modes

    Shooting using basic functions Using the shooting modes List of shooting mode Shooting mode Sub mode A (iAUTO mode) – P (Program mode) – A (Aperture-priority mode) – S (Shutter-priority mode) – – M (Manual mode) – C1 (Custom Mode 1) –...

  • Page 17: P Program Mode

    P program mode In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. I S O • The shutter speed and aperture displays flash if the camera is unable to achieve optimal exposure. 01:02:03 01:02:03 Shooting mode 125 F5.6...
  • Page 18 A aperture-priority mode In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter speed for optimal exposure. You can express the depth of field, and blur the background intentionally. I S O • Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of field (the area in front of or behind the focus point that appears to be in focus), softening background details.
  • Page 19 S shutter-priority mode In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust aperture for optimal exposure. You can shoot a fast action scene without any blur, and I S O shoot with impression of dynamic motion. 01:02:03 01:02:03 +0.0...

  • Page 20: M Manual Mode

    M manual mode In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. After setting the lever as the illustration shows, rotate the control ring to set the shutter speed, and rotate the sub dial to set the aperture value.

  • Page 21: Scn Scene Mode

    ART art filters You can shoot with color and effect like posters and paintings. Pop Art Pop Art Rotate the mode dial to ART. Use FG to select a sub mode and press the A button at the end. • Press the A button once again to display the sub mode selection screen.
  • Page 22 Taking pictures for a panorama If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panorama. g “Installing Software” (P. 86) Rotate the mode dial to SCN. Select [Panorama] and press Q. Use FGHI to choose a pan direction.
  • Page 24 P PHOTO STORY When shooting, an image is incorporated into a layout frame set to create a desired collage. This enables wide range of photo expression with themes or stories. Rotate the mode dial to P. Select a theme using FG and press I. Theme Standard Types of theme...
  • Page 25 Tap a frame in standby mode to shoot. I S O I S O I S O 125 F5.6 125 F5.6 125 F5.6 • Tap the frame when the subject is not displayed in a frame. Shoot each frame in the same way. •...
  • Page 26 C1/C2 custom mode You can shoot with the preselected settings which you registered. • You can register different settings in C1 and C2. For the registration, refer to (P. 47). Set the mode dial to C1 or C2 to use. A iAUTO mode A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene.
  • Page 27 Cautions • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings other than [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] are not applied to the RAW copy. • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] settings are not applied to movie recording. •...
  • Page 28 Shooting using various functions Press the direct button, A button, or MENU button to use various functions. Cautions • Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting mode” (P. 107) Using shooting options (Set by direct button) Flash You can use a flash when shooting.

  • Page 29: Exposure Compensation

    Press the shutter button all the way. • In [!](Red-eye reduction flash), after the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. • [!](Red-eye reduction flash) may not work effectively under some shooting conditions.

  • Page 30: Self Timer

    Self timer Sets the time after the shutter button is pressed until the picture is taken. Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu. Select [Y12s], [Y2s] or [YC] using HI and press the Q button. Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the way Self-timer down to start the timer.
  • Page 31 Bracketing (BKT) While the shutter button is pressed all the way down, photographs are taken with automatically changing the settings for each frame (bracket photography). Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu. Select [Bracketing] using HI and press the Q button. •...
  • Page 32 Using shooting options (Set by live control) In P, A, S and M modes, after pressing the A button, the live control can be used to adjust settings. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor.

  • Page 33: Cross Process

    Image Stabilizer Select [ON] to reduce camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. Press the Q button to display the live control, IS ON IS ON and select the image stabilizer (IS) item using AUTO AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 34: White Balance

    White Balance White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.
  • Page 35 One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. ] or [ INFO Select [...
  • Page 36 Image Aspect You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [16:9], [3:2] or [1:1]. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select the aspect ratio item using FG.
  • Page 37 Record modes (still images) Choose from RAW and JPEG (YF, YN, XN, and WN) modes. Choose a RAW+JPEG option to record both a RAW and a JPEG image with each shot. JPEG modes combine image size (Y, X, and W) and compression ratio (SF, F, N, and B). The options available can be selected using the [K Set] option in the “c Custom Menu”...
  • Page 38 Flash Intensity Control Flash output can be adjusted if you find that your subject to appears overexposed, or is underexposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is just right. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select the flash intensity control item using S-AF S-AF...
  • Page 39 AF Mode Select a focusing method (focus mode). Press the Q button to display the live control, and select the AF mode item using FG. S-AF S-AF S-AF S-AF S-AF S-AF Select an option with HI and press Q. AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 40: Face Priority

    Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO], which adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select the ISO sensitivity item using FG.
  • Page 41 ND Filter Setting Set the ND filter. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select the ND filter item using FG. Use HI to select an option and press Q. The ND filter is not used. The ND filter is used.
  • Page 42 Shooting through the monitor Turn the camera on with the n button. • The back monitor will turn on. Rotate the mode dial to set the shooting mode. Frame the shot. • When you look through the viewfinder, the back monitor automatically turns off and the viewfinder switches on.
  • Page 43 Shooting using touch panel When you shoot through the monitor, you can touch to shoot instead of pressing the shutter button. When framing the shot, touch to focus point. • Tap a subject to focus and automatically release the shutter. ISO-A 01:02:03 01:02:03...
  • Page 44 Highlight & Shadow Control Press the F button (F) and press the INFO button to IS OFF IS OFF display the shadow control dialog. Then press the INFO button to display the highlight control dialog. I S O Each time the INFO button is pressed, the camera switches to the exposure compensation control dialog, the shadow control dialog, and the highlight control dialog.
  • Page 45 AF target (Choosing a focus target) Select 9 targets from all 35 of them, and let the camera automatically choose from the targets in the selected area. (According the area, select 6 or 4 targets.) Press the P button (H) to display the AF target.

  • Page 46: Setting Shooting Functions

    Setting shooting functions In the Shooting Menu 1 and 2, you can set the functions below. I Shooting Menu 1 Shooting Menu 2 j/Y (P. 50) Card Setup (P. 47) Image Stabilizer (P. 50) Reset/C Mode Setup (P. 47) Bracketing (P. 51) Picture Mode (P.
  • Page 47 Card Setup (Erasing data completely) All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted. Confirm there are no images that you still want to keep on the memory. • Cards formatted on a computer or other camera must be formatted with the camera before they can be used.
  • Page 48 Picture Mode ( Processing options) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Select [Picture Mode] in I shooting menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/C Mode Setup Picture Mode Image Aspect...
  • Page 49 Press I to display settings for the selected option. Contrast Distinction between light and dark Sharpness Sharpness of the image Saturation Vividness of the color Gradation Adjust tone (gradation). Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region. Auto This is effective for images with areas of large contrast in which the whites appear too bright or...
  • Page 50 Record Mode ( Image quality) Select an image quality. You can select a separate image quality for photographs and movies. This is the same as the [Record Mode] (P. 36) item in [Live Control]. • You can change the JPEG image size and compression ratio combination, and [X] and [W] pixel counts.
  • Page 51 Bracketing (Varying settings over a series of photographs) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. In the shooting menu, settings for bracketing are available. Bracketing is available only when [BKT] is selected.
  • Page 52 FL BKT (FL bracketing) The camera varies flash level over three shots (no modification on the first shot, negative on the second, and positive on the third). In sequential shooting, all shots are taken while the shutter button is pressed. Bracketing AE BKT WB BKT...
  • Page 53 Remote Flash (Wireless remote control flash photography) The built-in flash unit and external flash units that offer a remote control mode and are designated for use with this camera can be used for wireless flash photography. Select [On] to set each flash with the camera. g “Wireless remote control flash photography”...

  • Page 54: Using Playback Options

    Viewing images using playback options Using playback options Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order Rotate Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG RAW+JPEG —...
  • Page 55 Performing operations on a movie frame (Movie Play) Pause or resume playback. • You can perform the following operations while playback is paused. Previous/Next HIor Sub dial Press and hold HI to continue the operation. Display the first frame. Display the last frame. Advance or rewind a movie.
  • Page 56 Playing back slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. Press Q during playback and select the slideshow option. Adjust settings. Start Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. Set BGM (5 types) or turn BGM [Off]. Effect Choose the transition between frames.

  • Page 57: The Menus

    Using functions of playback menu In the Playback Menu, you can use the functions below. L (P. 56) < (P. 82) R (P. 58) Reset Protect (P. 59) Edit (P. 58) Connection to Smartphone (P. 59) Playback Menu Press the MENU button to display the menus.
  • Page 58 R (Displaying images rotated) When set to [On], photographs taken with the camera rotated in portrait orientation are automatically rotated and displayed in portrait orientation. Edit (Editing still images) Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Select [Edit] in the q playback menu and press Q. Use HI to select the image to be edited and press Q.
  • Page 59 Select [Yes] and press Q. • The edited image is stored. Cautions • Movies cannot be edited. • Red-eye correction may not work depending on the image. • Editing of a JPEG image is not possible in the following cases: When an image is processed on a PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera •...
  • Page 60 Setting the camera Setting setup menu Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. X (Date/time setting) Rec View Firmware World Time W (Changing the display language) Wi-Fi Settings i (Monitor brightness adjustment) Setup Menu Press the MENU button to display --.--.-- --:-- the menus.
  • Page 61 Option Description Set the camera clock. (Date/time setting) 1) Use FG to select the year for [Y]. 2) Press I to save the setting for [Y]. 3) As in Steps 1 and 2, use FGHI to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order), and then press the A button.
  • Page 62 • If using the wireless LAN function in a country outside the region where the camera was purchased, there is a risk that the camera will not conform to the wireless communication regulations of that country. Olympus will not be held responsible for any failure to meet such regulations.
  • Page 63 Cancelling image sharing Deselects images selected for sharing (P. 64) when connected to a wireless LAN network. Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset share Order] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q. Initializing wireless LAN settings Initializes content of [Wi-Fi Settings].
  • Page 64 Wi-Fi connectivity. To use this function, you must install and start the relevant app for the smartphone ”OI.Share (OLYMPUS IMAGE SHARE)”. Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q playback menu and press Q.
  • Page 65 Things you can do with OI.Share Shooting using Wi-Fi function You can shoot pictures with the camera by performing operations on your smartphone. To use this function, you must start the relevant app installed on the smartphone. This function is only available when connected with [Private]. Start [Connection to Smartphone] in your Wi-Fi Wi-Fi...

  • Page 66: Using The Super Control Panel

    Using useful functions Using the super control panel The term “super control panel” refers to the display shown below, which lists shooting settings together with the option currently selected for each. Use the arrow pad or touch screen operations to make the settings. AUTO AUTO NORM...
  • Page 67 After displaying the super control panel, select the desired setting using Cursor AUTO AUTO FGHI and press Q. NORM • You can also select settings using the sub mall Super Fine +RAW +RAW dial. 125 F5.6 • You can also select settings touching the screen.

  • Page 68: Custom Menu

    Customizing camera setting Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. c Custom Menu R AF/MF V Exp/p/ISO AF Mode (P. 70) (P. 73) AF Area ISO-Auto Set P Set Home Bulb Timer W # Custom #Slow LImit AF Illuminat.
  • Page 69 Customizing the setting Press the MENU button to display the menus. C. Connection/Sound HDMI Select c Custom Menu using FG, and press Video Out Volume USB Mode Auto Use FG to select a tab and press Q. Select an item using FG and press Q to Back display options for the selected item.
  • Page 70 MENU R AF/MF Option Description AF Mode Choose the AF mode. AF Area Choose the AF target mode. P Set Home Choose the AF target position that will be saved as the home position. p appears in the AF target selection —...
  • Page 71 MENU T Connection/Sound Option Description HDMI [HDMI Out]: Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable. [HDMI Control]: Select [On] to allow the camera to be operated using remotes for TVs that support HDMI control. Video Out Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region.
  • Page 72 MENU U Display Option Description G/Info Settings Choose the information displayed when the INFO button is pressed. [qInfo]: Choose the information displayed in full frame playback. [LV-Info]: Choose the information displayed when the camera is in shooting mode. [G Settings]: Choose the information displayed in index and calendar playback.
  • Page 73 MENU V Exp/p/ISO Option Description Metering Choose a metering mode according to the scene. P+Metering If [On] is selected, the exposure is measured using the — selected AF target. Noise Reduct. This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures.
  • Page 74 X K/Color/WB MENU Option Description Set the white balance. This is the same as the live control setting. You can also fine-tune the white balance for each mode. You can also make fine adjustments using white balance compensation on the super control panel (P. 66). All >...
  • Page 75 INFO button to return the cursor to the area 2, and press [Delete]. * OLYMPUS does not accept liability for damages arising from disputes involving the use of [Copyright Settings]. Use at your own risk. MENU Z Movie...

  • Page 76: Utility Menu

    MENU Utility Option Description Pixel Mapping The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. Exposure Shift Adjust optimal exposure separately for each metering mode. • This reduces the number of exposure compensation options available in the selected direction.
  • Page 77 MENU [Button Function] Button Function See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button. Button function items Function] / [ Function] / [R Function] / [I Function] / [G Function] Press the button to lock the exposure.

  • Page 78: Switching The Information Display

    Switching the information display When setting to [On] in [G/Info Settings], you can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. INFO INFO I S O I S O I S O 01:02:03 01:02:03 01:02:03 01:02:03 01:02:03 01:02:03...

  • Page 80: Viewing Camera Images On Tv

    Connecting the camera to another device Viewing camera images on TV Use the AV cable (sold separately) to playback recorded images on your TV. You can playback high-definition images on a high-definition TV by connecting it to the camera using the HDMI cable (sold separately). AV cable (sold separately: CB-AVC3) Multi-connector (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow)
  • Page 81 Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. Select [HDMI] in c Custom Menu tab T. Select [HDMI Control] and choose [On]. Operate the camera by using the TV remote control. •...

  • Page 82: Printing Pictures

    Printing Pictures Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Connecting the camera Smaller terminal Multi-connector USB cable USB port Cautions • Use a fully charged battery for printing. •...
  • Page 83 Custom printing Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be Storage displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host. If it is not, select [Auto] for [USB Mode] (P. 68) in the Easy Print Custom Print camera custom menus.
  • Page 84 Selecting pictures you want to print Select pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away. 123-3456 2013.10.26 12:30 Select Print Single Print More Prints the currently displayed picture.
  • Page 85 Print reservation (DPOF) You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. You can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer.

  • Page 86: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    • If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu. Double-click the CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) icon to open the “OLYMPUS Setup” window and then double-click “LAUNCHER.EXE”. • If a “User Account Control” dialog is displayed, click “Yes” or “Continue”.
  • Page 87 • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2 /...

  • Page 88: Copying Pictures To A Computer Without Olympus Viewer 3

    Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 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. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection:...
  • Page 90 Using separately sold accessories Eyecup You can exchange this for a larger eyecup Removing (EP-11). Using external flash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external flash units to achieve a flash suited to your needs.

  • Page 91: Other External Flash Units

    • Using obsolete flash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the camera hot shoe X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting flash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifications may damage the camera.

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    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 fix the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery • With prolonged camera use, the internal temperature may increase, resulting in The camera does not work even when automatic shutdown.

  • Page 93: Error Message

    Error message Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format There is a problem with the card. the card. If the card cannot be Card Error formatted, it cannot be used. The card write-protect switch Writing to the card is prohibited.
  • Page 94 Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. The internal temperature of Wait a moment for the camera the camera has risen due to to turn off automatically. Allow sequential shooting. Internal camera the internal temperature of temperature is too high.

  • Page 95: 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. • Take pictures using the touch screen. g P. 43 • Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the monitor. g P. 39 After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.
  • Page 96 Exposure (brightness) Taking pictures with the right brightness. • Select [Auto] for [Gradation] in picture mode. g P. 33 • Taking pictures using [Spot Metering]. g P. 38 Brightness is matched with a subject in the center of the screen and the image is not affected by background light.

  • Page 98: Cleaning And Storing The Camera

    Information Cleaning and storing the camera Camera care Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and well wrung.

  • Page 99: Battery And Charger

    Battery and charger • Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Use only genuine OLYMPUS rechargeable batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly.

  • Page 100: Using The Card

    SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to LOCK the “LOCK”...
  • Page 101 • The actual file size varies according to the subject. • The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999. • For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus website.

  • Page 102: Menu Directory

    Menu directory *1: Can be added to [C Mode Setup]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset]. I Shooting Menu 1 / J Shooting Menu 2 Function Default All Erase/ Card Setup...

  • Page 103: Setup Menu

    d Setup Menu Function Default Home/Alternate World Time j ±0, k ±0, Natural Rec View 2 sec Firmware Wi-Fi Connect Private Settings Private Password Wi-Fi Settings Reset share Order Reset Wi-Fi Settings * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased. c Custom Menu Function Default...
  • Page 104 Function Default *1 *2 *3 T Connection/Sound HDMI Out 1080i HDMI HDMI Control Off Video Out 8 Beep Sound Volume USB Mode Auto U Display H Image Only H Overall q Info I Highlight&Shadow I Highlight&Shadow G/Info I Level Gauge 1 LV-Info Settings I Level Gauge 2...
  • Page 105 Function Default *1 *2 *3 H i-Enhance H Vivid H Muted H Portrait H Monotone H Soft Focus H Pale&Light Color H Light Tone Picture Mode Settings H Grainy Film H Pin Hole H Diorama H Cross Process H Gentle Sepia H Dramatic Tone H Key Line Highlight...
  • Page 106 Function Default *1 *2 *3 Y Record File Name Reset sRGB Edit filename Adobe RGB dpi Settings Copyright Info. Copyright — Artist Name Settings Copyright — Name Z Movie Movie R Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume Normal Utility — Pixel Mapping Exposure ±0 Shift...
  • Page 107 List of settings available in each shooting mode P/A/S/M C1/C2 Standard Fun Frames Highlight&Shadow IS Mode Picture Mode Aspect Image Quality n Image Quality Metering AF Mode I Face Priority ND Filter Setting Movie R Digital Tele-converter *1 Some functions cannot be set.
  • Page 108 List of SCN settings Highlight&Shadow IS Mode Picture Mode Aspect Image Quality n Image Quality Metering AF Mode I Face Priority ND Filter Setting Movie R Digital Tele-converter *1 Some functions cannot be set.
  • Page 109 List of ART settings Pale& Pop Art Soft Focus Light Tone Grainy Film Light Color Highlight&Shadow IS Mode Picture Mode j / Y Aspect Image Quality n Image Quality Metering AF Mode I Face Priority ND Filter Setting Movie R Digital Tele-converter Cross Gentle...

  • Page 110: Specifications

    3.0 TFT color LCD display, touch screen Total no. of pixels Approx. 920,000 dots (aspect ratio 3 : 2) Lens Olympus lens 6.0 to 64.3 mm, f2.8 (Equivalent to 28 to 300 mm on a 35 mm film) ND Filter 3 EV equivalent...
  • Page 111 HDMI micro connector (Type D) Automatic calendar system 2000 up to 2099 Power supply Battery One Olympus lithium ion battery (BLS-5) Dimensions/weight Dimensions 116.2 mm (W) × 87 mm (H) × 56.5 mm (D) (4.6" × 3.4" × 2.2") (excluding protrusions) Weight Approx.
  • Page 112 Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean this product. Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus.
  • Page 113 • A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended DANGER period of time. • The camera uses a lithium ion battery speci¿ ed by Olympus. • The camera is connected to a printer. Charge the battery with the speci¿ ed charger. Do not use •...
  • Page 114 The radio waves from the camera may adversely affect and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of medical equipment, causing a malfunction that results in Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the an accident. information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information •...
  • Page 115 Changes or modi¿ cations not expressly approved by the party Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to by Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by operate the equipment. statute, are:...
  • Page 116 Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship of waste batteries in the EU it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service countries. Centers.
  • Page 117 The operation of this equipment is subject to the it in a safe place. following two conditions: * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. (1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not com for the authorized international Olympus service cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment network.
  • Page 118 1 This Warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certi¿ cate is • “Shadow Adjustment Technology” function duly completed by Olympus or the dealer. Make sure that contains patented technologies from Apical your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and Limited.
  • Page 120 Letters: Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany European Technical Customer Support: Please visit our homepage http://www.olympus-europa.com or call our TOLL FREE NUMBER* : 00800 - 67 10 83 00 for Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.

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