Olympus SZ-10 Instruction Manual

Olympus SZ-10 Instruction Manual

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SZ-10/SZ-20

Instruction Manual

● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these
instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
● In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information
contained in this manual.
● This manual covers the SZ-10 and SZ-20. The camera illustrations on this manual is of SZ-10. Unless otherwise
specifi ed, the explanation about these illustrations is provided for SZ-10 and SZ-20.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Instruction Manual ● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 58) Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions ... 44 Menus for Other Camera Settings ... 48 Printing ... 55 Usage Tips ... 60 Appendix ... 65 USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) OLYMPUS Setup CD-ROM Shooting and Playing Back Images Printing...
  • Page 3: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Zoom lever (p. 21, 24) Shutter button (p. 20, 60) R button (record movies) (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p.
  • Page 4 Operation guide The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to be used by pressing, not turning, the wheel controller sections shown on the right. Time 2011 02 26 00 00 Y / M / D Y / M / D Single Print Cancel...
  • Page 5 Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the shooting mode. Function menu Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
  • Page 6 Setup menu Setup menu Press the m button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.
  • Page 7: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Program Auto Program Auto 1 Shooting mode P (Program Auto) ...p. 19 M (iAUTO) ...p. 28 s (Scene Mode) ...p. 28 P (Magic Filter) ...p. 29 p (Panorama)...p. 30 W (3D) ...p. 32 2 Flash ...p. 34 3 Macro ...p.
  • Page 8 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Slideshow Photo Surfing Edit Erase Print Order Exit MENU Menus for Other Camera Settings Memory Format Backup Eye-Fi Auto USB Connection q Power On Keep z Settings Pw On Setup Exit MENU 8 EN 1 q (Playback) Slideshow ...
  • Page 9: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts Camera unit SZ-10 SZ-20 n button ...p. 17, 19 Shutter button ...p. 20, 60 Zoom lever ...p. 21, 24 Connector cover ...p. 14, 16 Multi-connector ...p. 14, 16, 52, 55 HDMI micro connector ...p. 52 Strap eyelet ...p.
  • Page 10 Attaching the camera strap Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. 10 EN Speaker Monitor ...p. 11, 19, 51, 60 R button (record movies) ...p. 20 q button (switching between shooting and playback) ...p.
  • Page 11 Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 DATE 14 13 12 1/100 1/100 F3.0 F3.0 Battery check ...p. 16, 61 Shooting mode ...p. 19, 28 Flash ...p. 34 Flash standby/fl ash charge ...p. 60 Macro/super macro ...p.
  • Page 12 Playback mode display Playback mode display ● Standard display 10 10 4/30 4/30 ’11/02/26 ’11/02/26 00:00 00:00 Still image ● Advanced display 10 10 4/30 4/30 1/1000 F3.0 AUTO 100 0004 FILE ’11/02/26 00:00 12 EN 00:12/00:34 00:12/00:34 Movie 1/1000 F3.0 AUTO 100 0004 FILE...
  • Page 13: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery Battery/card Battery/card compartment cover compartment cover Battery/card compartment lock Battery/card compartment lock Battery lock knob Battery lock knob Insert the battery as illustrated with the C mark toward the battery lock knob. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.
  • Page 14 ● A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7 ● An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu.
  • Page 15 Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2. ● Check the system requirements before beginning installation. ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. OLYMPUS Viewer 2 Operating Mac OS X v10.4.11–v10.6 System Processor Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or better...
  • Page 16 Copy the camera manual. ● Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button to open the folder containing the camera manuals. Copy the manual for your language to the computer. Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera.
  • Page 17: Inserting The Card

    Date, time, time zone, and language The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. You can also choose the language for the menus and messages displa yed in the monitor. Press the n button to turn on the camera.
  • Page 18 Insert the card straight until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area directly. “Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards” (p. 68, 69) To remove the card Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card.
  • Page 19: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode) In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc.
  • Page 20: Shooting Movies

    Press the R button again to stop recording. Sound will also be recorded. During sound recording, only the digital zoom can be used (SZ-10). To record a movie with optical zoom, set [R] (movies) (p. 43) to [Off]. 1/400 1/400 F3.5...
  • Page 21: Using The Zoom

    AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 00:34 00:34 Optical zoom:18x (SZ-10) 12.5x (SZ-20) Digital zoom: 4x To take larger images [Digital Zoom] To take larger images [Digital Zoom] The type and amount of zoom can be identifi ed from the appearance of the zoom bar. The display differs depending on the options selected for [Digital Zoom] (p.
  • Page 22: Viewing Images

    Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 11) Normal AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 MENU MENU Movie information (SZ-20 only) AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34...
  • Page 23 To play sound recordings To play sound recordings To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. ! appears During audio playback Press FG to adjust volume. To view sequential images (SZ-20 only) To view sequential images (SZ-20 only) Pictures taken using sequential mode (p.
  • Page 24 Use F to display the fi rst frame Cueing and press G to display the last frame. Turn the wheel controller to advance Advancing and or rewind by one frame at a time. rewinding one Keep turning the wheel controller for frame at a time continuous advance or rewind.
  • Page 25 To select an image in index view To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image in single-image view. To scroll an image in close-up view To scroll an image in close-up view Use FGHI to move the viewing area.
  • Page 26 Playback direction: Press FGHI to pause playback and scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the A button. Restart scrolling: Press the A button. Stop playback: Press the m button. Playing back W images 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on 3D-compatible devices connected to this camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 27 Submenu 2 Application Search by Functions or operating methods can purpose be searched. Search for a A solution can be searched when solution having problems during operation. Search by Search from shooting/playback situation scene. Search from Search from the camera keyword. keyword Information is shown about Learn about the...
  • Page 28: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes Using Shooting Modes To change the shooting mode To change the shooting mode The shooting mode ( P , M , s , P , p , W) can be changed with using the function menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 5) The default settings of the function are highlighted in Shooting with automatic settings (M mode)
  • Page 29: Shooting With Special Effects

    Documents/q Beach & Snow/ U Pet Mode - Cat/ t Pet Mode - Dog SZ-20 only SZ-10 only When the subject is dark, noise reduction is automatically activated. This approximately doubles the shooting time during which no other pictures can be taken.
  • Page 30 Application Three frames are taken and combined by the camera. The user only composes the shots so that the target marks SZ-10 and pointers overlap, and the camera automatically releases the shutter. Panorama images are automatically combined just...
  • Page 31 fi nishes. If the message “Image was not created.” is displayed, shoot again. When shooting with [Auto] (SZ-10) 1 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame. 2 Move the camera slightly in the direction of the second frame.
  • Page 32 MANUAL MANUAL 1st frame 3 Compose the next shot so that joint area 1 overlaps joint area 2. 4 Press the shutter button to take the next shot. Press the A button to combine just 2 frames. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to take a third frame. ●...
  • Page 33 Taking pictures with [Auto] Taking pictures with [Auto] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the fi rst frame. 2 Move the camera horizontally. The image is automatically taken when the subject overlaps the translucent image that is displayed on the monitor. Taking pictures with [Manual] Taking pictures with [Manual] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the fi...
  • Page 34: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using Shooting Functions “Using the Menu” (p. 5) Using the fl ash The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. Slide the fl ash switch to raise the fl ash. To turn off the fl ash To turn off the fl...
  • Page 35: Adjusting The Brightness

    Description Macro mode is deactivated. You can shoot the image at a closer range. Macro SZ-10: 10 cm (4 in.) SZ-20: 10 cm (4 in.) This enables shooting as close as Super Macro 1 cm/0.4 in. to the subject. When the zoom is at the widest (W) position.
  • Page 36: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Use HI to select the desired brightness, and press the A button. Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance) For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option suited to the scene. Select the white balance option in the function menu.
  • Page 37 Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. Select the drive option in the function menu. Sequential Sequential SZ-10 SZ-10 Option Description One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. The images are taken sequentially while holding down the shutter button.
  • Page 38: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] I (Shooting menu 1) Reset Submenu 2 Restores the following menu functions to the default settings.
  • Page 39 Compression Normal SZ-20 SZ-10 “Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards” (p. 68, 69) Selecting the image quality for movies [Image Size/Image Quality] Selecting the image quality for movies [Image Size/Image Quality]...
  • Page 40 Brightening the subject against Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust] backlight [Shadow Adjust] I (Shooting menu 1) Shadow Adjust Submenu 2 Application Automatically On when a compatible Auto shooting mode is selected. The effect is not applied. Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker.
  • Page 41 The image stabilizer is activated. Default setting SZ-10: [Image Stabilizer] [On], [IS Movie Mode] [Off] SZ-20: [Image Stabilizer] [On], [IS Movie Mode] [On] For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6).
  • Page 42 Viewing the image immediately after Viewing the image immediately after shooting [Rec View] shooting [Rec View] J (Shooting menu 2) Rec View Submenu 2 Application The image being recorded is not displayed. This allows the user to prepare for the next shot while following the subject in the monitor after shooting.
  • Page 43 When set to [On], only the digital zoom can be used during movie recording. To record the movie with the optical zoom, set [R] (movie sound recording) to [Off] (SZ-10). For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6).
  • Page 44: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Data must be created with the [ib] (PC software) before using some functions. Refer to the [ib] (PC software) help guide for details on how to use the [ib] (PC software).
  • Page 45 Using the [ib] (PC software) and Using the [ib] (PC software) and importing data back to the camera importing data back to the camera Refer to the [ib] (PC software) help guide for details on how to use the [ib] (PC software). The [ib] (PC software) may not work properly on the pictures edited by other application software.
  • Page 46 Retouching the skin and eyes Retouching the skin and eyes [Beauty Fix] [Beauty Fix] q (Playback menu) Edit Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. Submenu 3 Submenu 4 [Clear Skin], [Sparkle ― Eye] and [Dramatic Eye] are applied together.
  • Page 47 When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera. Protected images cannot be erased. With SZ-20, the grouped sequential images can be erased collectively. (p. 23) To individually select and erase images To individually select and erase images [Sel.
  • Page 48: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Erasing data completely Erasing data completely [Memory Format]/[Format] [Memory Format]/[Format] r (Settings 1) Memory Format/Format Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card.
  • Page 49: Q Power On

    Selecting a method for connecting Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices the camera to other devices [USB Connection] [USB Connection] r (Settings 1) USB Connection Submenu 2 Application When the camera is connected to Auto another device, the settings selection screen is displayed.
  • Page 50 Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] s (Settings 2) Sound Settings Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Sound Type 1/2/3 q Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Resetting the fi le names of pictures [File Name] Resetting the fi...
  • Page 51: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Adjusting the image processing Adjusting the image processing function [Pixel Mapping] function [Pixel Mapping] s (Settings 2) Pixel Mapping This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase. Approximately once a year is recommended.
  • Page 52 To play back camera images on a TV To play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). 2 Connect the TV and camera. Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 53 For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority. Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped. To operate images with the TV remote control To operate images with the TV remote control 1 Set [HDMI Control] to [On], and turn off the camera.
  • Page 54 Setting the date and time [ Setting the date and time [X t (Settings 3) “Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 17). To select the date display order To select the date display order 1 Press I after setting Minute, and use FG to select the date display order.
  • Page 55: Printing

    Printing Printing Direct printing (PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.
  • Page 56 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [Custom Print] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 55). Press the A button. Use FG to select the print mode, and press the A button. Submenu 2 Application This prints the image selected in Print Step 6.
  • Page 57 Submenu 5 Submenu 6 <X 0 to 10 This selects the number of prints. Selecting [With] prints the images with the date. Date With/Without Selecting [Without] prints the images without the date. Selecting [With] prints the fi le name on the image. File Name With/Without Selecting [Without] does not...
  • Page 58 Print Reservations (DPOF In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera.
  • Page 59: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Use FG to select [Set], and press the A button. Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 58). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<].
  • Page 60: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery Battery...
  • Page 61: Error Message

    Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. Card Error Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release Write Protect the switch.
  • Page 62: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.
  • Page 63: Camera Shake

    Camera shake “Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 41) The image pickup device* shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO sensitivity is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnifi cation. A device that takes light received through the lens and converts it into electric signals.
  • Page 64 Panorama “Taking pictures so that the frames are stitched smoothly” ● A tip for panoramic shooting Taking pictures by pivoting with the camera at the center prevents shifting of the image. When taking pictures of close objects in particular, pivoting with the lens end at the center produces favorable results.
  • Page 65: Appendix

    Battery and USB-AC adapter • 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.
  • Page 66: Using The Card

    Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) SD/SDHC/SDXC card write-protect switch SD/SDHC/SDXC card write-protect switch The SD/SDHC/SDXC card body has a write-protect switch.
  • Page 67 Checking the image saving location Checking the image saving location The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback. Current memory indicator v: Internal memory is being used w: Card is being used 00:34 00:34 Shooting mode...
  • Page 68 The fi gures in the table below are the number of the storable pictures when using the internal memory formatted. [Memory Format]/[Format] (p. 48) Still pictures Still pictures IMAGE SIZE COMPRES SION 4608x3456 (SZ-20) 6 4288x3216 (SZ-10) 4 3264x2448 n 2560x1920 3 2048x1536 2 1600x1200 1 1280x960 7 640x480 K 4608x2592 (SZ-20)
  • Page 69 Movies Movies IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY T 1920x1080 (SZ-20) L 1280x720 8 640x480 9 320x240 The continuous recording length is up to 29 minutes in the HD quality specifi ed. The maximum fi le size of a single movie is 4 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card. Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase...
  • Page 70: Safety Precautions

    70 EN Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the weatherproofi ng sections.
  • Page 71 DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or charger. Do not use any other USB-AC adapters or chargers. •...
  • Page 72 Battery Handling Precautions 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.
  • Page 73 Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.
  • Page 74 Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure set forth below (See “WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED”). Olympus, at its sole discretion, will repair, replace, or adjust the defective Product, provided that Olympus investigation and factory inspection disclose that (a) such defect developed under normal and proper use and (b) the Product is covered under this limited warranty.
  • Page 75 Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized offi...
  • Page 76 2 Copy of this limited warranty bearing the Product serial number corresponding to the serial number on the Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers). 3 A detailed description of the problem.
  • Page 77 2 Since this Guarantee Certifi cate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place. * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. com for the authorized international Olympus service network. For customers in Asia...
  • Page 78 5 Olympus’ sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product and any liability for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to a defect in the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any fi...
  • Page 79 Those terms and other third party software notices, if any, may be found in the software notice PDF fi le stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/ digicamera/download/notice/notice.cfm Powered by ARCSOFT.
  • Page 80: Specifications

    MPEG-4AVC./H.264 Internal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card 14,000,000 pixels 1/2.33” CCD (primary color fi lter) Olympus lens 5.0 to 90 mm, f3.1 to 4.4 Equivalent to 28 to 504 mm Digital ESP metering, spot metering system 4 to 1/2000 sec. 0.1 m (0.3 ft.) to (W), 1.6 m (5.2 ft.) to...
  • Page 81 -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B) or separately sold AC adapter 105.9 mm x 67.3 mm x 37.9 mm (4.2 x 2.6 x 1.5 in.)
  • Page 82 USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) Model No. : F-2AC-1A/F-2AC-2A/F-2AC-1B/F-2AC-2B Power requirements : AC 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz) Output : DC 5 V, 500 mA Operating environment Temperature : 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) (operation)/ Dimensions : 50.0 mm (W) X 54.0 mm (H) X 22.0 mm (D) (2.0 X 2.1 X 0.9 in.) Weight...
  • Page 84 VR136501...

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