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 the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Basic guide...
Page 2 Camera Hot shoe gP. 75, 77 Built-in flash gP. 73 LIGHT button gP. 14 Control panel gP. 6, 27 WB (White balance) button gP. 63 F (Exposure compensation) button gP. 46 ISO button gP. 49 Shutter button gP. 16, 34 Sub dial ( gP.
Page 3 Eyecup gP. 124 Viewfinder gP. 5 LCD monitor gP. 8, 9, 31 Eyepiece shutter lever gP. 58 Diopter adjustment dial gP. 14 Illumination sensor gP. 99 S (Erase) button gP. 18, 87 INFO (Information display) button gP. 32, 82 MENU button gP.
Page 4: Direct Buttons
Direct buttons You can set the following functions. Turn the dials while pressing the direct buttons. g“Using the direct buttons” (P. 27) Shooting mode MODE gP. 40-44 Remote control/Self-timer/ Sequential shooting </Y/j gP. 56-58 Flash mode # Flash intensity control w gP.
Page 5 Viewfinder Aperture value gP. 40-43 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Super FP flash gP. 76 Metering mode gP. 45 White balance (Displayed when set to a setting other than auto white balance.) gP. 62 AE lock gP. 47 Flash intensity control gP.
Page 6: Control Panel
Control panel AF mode gP. 51 Auto bracket gP. 48, 50, 66, 74 ISO sensitivity gP. 49 Shooting mode gP. 40-44 Flash mode gP. 70 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Sequential shooting gP. 56 Noise reduction gP. 69 Self-timer gP. 57 Aperture value 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) My Mode 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. 31) Aperture value gP. 40-43 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Home position p gP. 55 RC mode q gP.
Page 9: Lcd Monitor (Playback)
LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g“Information display” (P. 82) Record mode gP. 61 Battery check gP. 14 Card gP. 124 Print reservation Number of prints gP. 101 x 1 0 x 1 0 [ 3 6 4 8 x 2 7 3 6 , 1 / 8 ] [ 3 6 4 8 x 2 7 3 6 , 1 / 8 ] ’...
Page 10: Unpack The Box Contents
The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera BCM-2 Lithium ion charger OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Attaching the strap Thread the strap as indicated by the arrows (1, 2).
Page 11: Preparations For Shooting
Preparing the battery Charging the battery Charging indicator Red light: Charging in progress Green light: Charging completed (Charging time: Approx. 5 hours) Align the battery with the arrow. Loading the battery Battery compartment cover Battery compartment lock Close the battery compartment cover and slide the battery compartment lock in the direction of E Unloading the battery...
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 Attach a lens to the camera • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body (1).
Page 13: Loading The Card
Loading the card CompactFlash/Microdrive Slide the card cover lock (1) and open the card cover. Insert the card’s contact area into the slot as far as it can go (2). CF card slot Removing the card CompactFlash/Microdrive • Press the eject button all the way in to eject the card.
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. LIGHT button Turns the control panel light on and off. SSWF indicator Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is turned on. Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust and dirt from the image pickup device’s filter surface.
Page 15: Date Format
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. Press the MENU button •...
Page 16: Shooting
Shooting Place the AF target on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder Adjust the focus Press the shutter button halfway. AF confirmation mark • The focus is locked when a beep tone is output. The AF confirmation mark and the AF target in focus light up in the viewfinder.
Page 17: Holding The Camera
Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens, flash, and the white balance sensor. Taking a picture while viewing the monitor Press the u (live view) button • The subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. 250 F5.6 250 F5.6 F5.6...
Page 18: Playback/Erasing
Playback/Erasing Playing back images Close-up playback Erasing images S button Pressing the q button displays the last picture taken. q button Displays the previous frame Arrow pad Each time you turn the main dial towards U, the image is incrementally enlarged from 2× to 14×. Play back the image you want to erase and press the S button.
Page 19: Indications Used In This Manual
Indications used in this manual In this manual, j indicates the main dial on the back of the camera. In this manual, k indicates the sub dial on the front of the camera. The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to indicate the operation buttons in 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 Direct buttons ... 4 Viewfinder ... 5 Control panel... 6 Super control panel ... 7 LCD monitor (Live view)...
Page 21 Exposure Describes functions related to exposure, which is important for shooting. These functions are for determining the aperture value, shutter speed, and other settings by measuring the brightness in the picture. Program shooting ...40 Aperture priority shooting ...41 Shutter priority shooting...42 Manual shooting ...43 Bulb shooting ...44 My Mode shooting ...44...
Page 22 Flash bracketing ... 74 External flash shooting ... 74 Using the external electronic flash ... 75 Super FP flash ... 76 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system... 76 Using commercially available flashes... 77 Non-specified commercial flashes ... 78 Playback functions Describes the functions for image playback.
Page 23 AF SENSITIVITY...90 P SET UP...91 RESET LENS ...91 BULB FOCUSING ...91 b BUTTON/DIAL ...91 DIAL ...91 AEL/AFL ...92 AEL/AFL MEMO...92 ; FUNCTION...92 MY MODE SETUP ...93 BUTTON TIMER ...94 A...94 c RELEASE/j...94 RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C ...94 O fps...94 d DISP/8/PC...94 8...94 SLEEP...94...
Page 24 Disconnecting the camera from your computer ... 110 Viewing still images ... 111 To increase the number of languages ... 111 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master ... 112 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information.
Page 25 Error codes ...118 Camera maintenance ...121 Cleaning and storing the camera ...121 Cleaning mode k Removing dust ...122 Pixel mapping k Checking the image processing functions ...122 Information Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information.
Page 26: Basic Camera Operations
Basic camera operations There are three basic ways to make function settings with this camera. Using the direct buttons to operate the camera P. 27 You can make the function settings by rotating the main dial or sub dial while pressing the direct buttons assigned to a function.
Page 27: Using The Direct Buttons
Using the direct buttons There are two ways to use the direct buttons. While holding down a direct button, turn the main dial or sub dial. • Release the button to set the function. • Some functions are set using only the main dial (or sub dial).
Page 28: Using The Super Control Panel
TIPS If you find it difficult to turn the dial while holding down a direct button: j The button may remain selected even after it is released. g“BUTTON TIMER” (P. 94) For details on the functions that can be set with the direct buttons, refer to “Direct buttons”...
Page 29: Using The Menu
Use the main dial or sub dial to change the setting. • Press the i button to display the direct menu indicated at the position of the cursor. You can also use the direct menu to change the setting. After changing the setting, press the i button to confirm your setting.
Page 30 Use ac to select a tab and d to set an item. METERING RC MODE AF MODE S-AF AF AREA ANTI-SHOCK z CANCEL SELECT The current setting is displayed Types of tabs Sets shooting functions. Sets shooting functions. q Sets playback functions. Customizes shooting functions.
Page 31: Using Live View
Using 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. Close the eyepiece shutter so the light entering through the viewfinder does not affect the exposure while shooting with live view.
Page 32: Switching The Information Display
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed on the monitor by pressing INFO button repeatedly. Information display on 250 F5.6 F5.6 Information display off *1 Displayed when [FRAME ASSIST] is set. g“FRAME ASSIST (Ruled lines display)” (P. 95) *2 For operation in the enlarged display, refer to “Enlarged display operation”.
Page 33: 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 34: Shooting Guides K Improving Your Shooting Skills
Shooting guides k 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 35: Color K White Balance
Color k White balance Besides sunlight, there are other sources for illuminating the subject, such as tungsten and fluorescent lighting. These types of lighting contain particular colors; therefore, the same white object shot under different lighting has slightly different colors. Even under the same sunlight, the colors in the picture differ depending on the sky conditions, the shadows of trees or buildings, and other factors.
Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39 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 40: Exposure
Exposure Program shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to the subject brightness. Direct button • When the shutter button is half-pressed, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed on the viewfinder and control panel.
Page 41: 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.
Page 42: 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 43: 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 44: Bulb Shooting
Bulb shooting You can take a picture with a bulb exposure time in which the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button. Bulb shooting can also be done using an optional remote control (RM-1) or remote control cable (RM-CB1).
Page 45: Preview Function
Notes • To use the camera for underwater shooting, attach a commercially available underwater case. • The following functions are not available in L mode. [CUSTOM RESET]/[PICTURE MODE]/[MY MODE SETUP] Preview function The viewfinder shows the focused area (depth of field) with the selected aperture value. Press the preview button to use the preview function.
Page 46: Exposure Compensation
G Digital ESP metering The camera measures the light levels and calculates the light level differences in 49 separate areas of the image. This mode is recommended for general use. Setting the AF synchronized function to [ESP+AF] enables metering centered around the AF target that is in focus with AF. H Center weighted averaging metering This metering mode provides the average metering between the subject and the background lighting, placing more weight on...
Page 47: Ae Lock
• The exposure compensation indicator is displayed. The exposure compensation indicator will not be displayed when the exposure is compensated by 0. When set to 1/3 EV increments 1/3 EV • If the exposure compensation value exceeds the scale of the exposure compensation indicator, the indicator will blink in the viewfinder and on the control panel.
Page 48: Ae Bracketing
AE bracketing The camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for each frame. Even in conditions where correct exposure is difficult to obtain (such as a backlit subject or a scene at dusk), you can pick the picture you prefer from a selected number of frames with a variety of different exposure settings (exposure and compensation values).
Page 49: Iso Sensitivity Setting
How AE bracketing compensates exposure in each exposure mode Depending on the selected exposure mode, exposure is compensated in the following way: P mode : Aperture value and shutter speed A mode : Shutter speed S mode : Aperture value M mode : Shutter speed TIPS To apply AE bracketing to the exposure value you have compensated:...
Page 50: Iso Bracketing
Display after setting Viewfinder When set to AUTO, ISO-A and the ISO value determined by the camera are displayed. For all other settings, ISO and the set value are displayed. When set to 2000 or a higher value, ISO blinks. ISO bracketing The camera automatically takes pictures at a different ISO sensitivity with the shutter speed and aperture value fixed.
Page 51: 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. Direct button Super control panel Menu Setting display Viewfinder S-AF C-AF...
Page 52: C-Af (Continuous Af)
When you want to be able to shoot even if the subject is not in focus: j See “RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C” (gP. 94). To not light up the AF target in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus: j The AF target in the viewfinder lights red when the subject is in focus.
Page 53: Simultaneous Use Of S-Af Mode And Mf Mode (S-Af+Mf)
Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF) This function allows you to fine-adjust the focus manually by turning the focus ring after AF is performed in the S-AF mode. When the shutter button is not pressed, MF operation is available. •...
Page 54 NDynamic-single target AF mode If the camera cannot focus on the subject using the selected AF target, the camera focuses using the adjacent AF target. Selected AF target Direct button • When the button is released, the currently selected AF target lights.
Page 55: Registering An Af Target Mode
Registering an AF target mode You can register a frequently used AF target mode and the position of that AF target. You can then quickly load that registered setting (“home position”) and use it when shooting. Registering In the screen of Step 2 of “Selecting the AF target position”...
Page 56: Sequential Shooting
While pressing the shutter button halfway, move to the desired composition and press the button all the way. • The card access lamp blinks while the picture is being stored on the card. If the subject has lower contrast than its surroundings If the contrast of the subject is weak, such as when the lighting is insufficient or the subject cannot be seen clearly because of fog, the focus may not be achieved.
Page 57: Self-Timer Shooting
Setting method </Y/j + k Direct button i p: [</Y/j] Super control panel Setting display Viewfinder Single-frame shooting Sequential shooting H Sequential shooting L 12-second self-timer 2-second self-timer Remote control 2-second remote control : • Anti-shock display: A blinking display in the viewfinder or on the control panel and the D symbol on the super control panel indicates that anti-shock is activated.
Page 58: Remote Control Shooting
Notes • Do not press the shutter button while standing in front of the camera; this could result in the subject being out of focus since focusing is performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Eyepiece shutter When shooting without looking through the viewfinder, close the eyepiece shutter to block the viewfinder so that light does not enter the viewfinder and change the exposure.
Page 59: Anti-Shock
TIPS The remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed: j The transmitted signal may not be effective if the remote control receiver is exposed to powerful lighting. Move the remote control closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again.
Page 60: Image Stabilizer
• A red H displayed on the monitor indicates the failure of the image stabilizer function. If you take a picture as is, the composition may be off. Consult your Olympus Authorized Service Center.
Page 61: Record Mode, White Balance, And Picture 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 62: Selecting The Record Mode
With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital processor. This is called white balance. There are 4 options for setting the WB with this camera.
Page 63: Setting The Auto/Preset/Custom White Balance
Custom white balance [CWB] You can set the color temperature from 2000K to 14000K. For details on color temperature, refer to “White balance color temperature” (gP. 132). g“Setting the auto/preset/custom white balance” (P. 63) One-touch white balance [V1][V2][V3][V4] You can set the optimum white balance for the shooting conditions by pointing the camera at a white object like a sheet of white paper.
Page 64: Wb Compensation
Setting display Viewfinder Color temperature WB mode • During custom white balance, the color temperature is displayed. Control panel TIPS When subjects that are not white appear white: j In the auto WB setting, if there is no near-white color in the image framed in the screen, the white balance will not be correctly determined.
Page 65: Setting The One-Touch White Balance
Adjusting the white balance in the A direction (Amber- Blue) Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will become more amber when adjusted toward +, and bluer when adjusted toward –. 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...
Page 66: Wb Bracketing
TIPS After pressing the shutter button, [WB NG RETRY] is displayed: j When there is not enough white in the image, or when the image is too bright, too dark or the colors look unnatural, you cannot register the white balance. Change the aperture and shutter speed settings, then repeat the procedure from Step 1.
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. When the shutter speed is slow, noise reduction is activated and the camera automatically reduces noise to produce clearer images.
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/A 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 FULL (1/1) 1/16 1/64 Calculate the f-number on the lens using the following formula.
Page 73: Built-In Flash Shooting
Built-in flash shooting Press the #UP button to raise the built-in flash. Press the shutter button halfway. • The # (flash stand-by) mark lights when the flash is ready to fire. If the mark is blinking, the flash is charging. Wait until charging is complete.
Page 74: Flash Bracketing
Setting display Viewfinder TIPS To adjust the flash using only the dials: j Assign the flash intensity control function to the main dial (or sub dial). g“DIAL” (P. 91) Notes • This does not work during manual flash. • This does not work when the flash control mode on the electronic flash is set to MANUAL. •...
Page 75: Using The External Electronic Flash
Functions available with external flash units Optional flash FL-50R FL-50 TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, Flash control mode FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL GN (Guide GN50 (85 mm number) GN28 (24 mm (ISO100) RC mode * The focal length of the lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 mm film camera) Notes •...
Page 76: Super Fp Flash
For details, refer to the external flash’s manual. 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).
Page 77: Using Commercially Available Flashes
Use the super control panel to set the flash mode and other settings for each group. Group • Select the flash 2007. 12.16 control mode and adjust the flash intensity individually for groups A, B, and C. For MANUAL, select the flash intensity.
Page 78: Non-Specified Commercial Flashes
Remove the hot shoe cover to connect the flash unit to the camera. Set the shooting mode to M, then set the aperture value and shutter speed. • Set the shutter speed to 1/250 sec. or slower. If the shutter speed is faster than this, commercially available flashes cannot be used.
Page 79: 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. 100) Press the q button (Single-frame playback).
Page 80: Light Box Display
Light box display You can view the playback image and another image together on the left and right sides of the monitor. This is useful if you want to compare images you recorded using bracketing. Press the P button while viewing an image. •...
Page 81: 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 from 4 to 9 to 16 to 25.
Page 82: 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 83: 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 or 25.
Page 84: 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 85: Copying Images
MENU [q] [EDIT] Use bd to select an image, then press the i button. • The camera recognizes the image data format. • For images recorded in RAW+JPEG, a selection screen will appear, asking you which data to edit. The setting screen varies with the image data format.
Page 86: Protecting Images
Copying selected frames This function lets you select multiple images and copy them all at the same time during single-frame playback or index display. Display the images you want to copy and press the i button. • The selected images will be shown with red frames. •...
Page 87: Erasing Images
Protecting selected frames This function lets you select multiple images and protect them all at the same time during single-frame playback or index display. Display the images you want to protect and press the i button. • The selected images will be shown with red frames. •...
Page 88 Single-frame erase Play back the image you want to erase and press the S button. Use ac to select [YES], then press the i button. Erasing selected frames This function lets you erase selected images at one time during single-frame playback or index display.
Page 89 All-frame erase MENU [W] [CARD SETUP] Use ac to select [ALL ERASE], then press the i button. Use ac to select [YES], then press the i button. • All frames will be erased. TIPS To erase immediately: j If you have set “QUICK ERASE” (gP. 98) to [ON], pressing the S button will erase an image immediately.
Page 90: 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 9 tabs (a to i) that are divided according to the functions to be set. AF/MF BUTTON/DIAL RELEASE/...
Page 91: P Set Up
P SET UP Selects the operation of the dials or arrow pad when selecting the AF target. [OFF] Stops after moving to the AF target on the end. [LOOP] After moving to the AF target on the end, moves to the AF target on the opposite end of the same row or column.
Page 92: 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.) Mode Half-press...
Page 93: My Mode Setup
Press the < button to acquire the WB value. g“Setting the one-touch white balance” (P. 65) [P HOME] Press the < button to switch to the registered AF home position. Press the button again to switch to the original AF target mode. g“Registering an AF target mode”...
Page 94: Button Timer
BUTTON TIMER The direct button may remain selected even after it is released. [OFF] [3SEC]/[5SEC]/[8SEC] The button remains selected during the number of seconds [HOLD] • Buttons that can be set with [BUTTON TIMER] ISO, F, WB, #, w, MODE, G, AF, BKT, </Y/j You can switch the functions of the AEL/AFL button and the <...
Page 95: 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 96: Exp/E/Iso
Custom Menu 1 e EXP/e/ISO EV STEP You can select the EV step for exposure parameter setting, such as shutter speed, aperture value, or exposure compensation value, from [1/3EV], [1/2EV], or [1EV]. ISO STEP You can select the EV step of the ISO sensitivity from [1/3EV] or [1EV]. ISO-AUTO SET You can set the upper limit and default ISO values when ISO is set to [AUTO].
Page 97: K/Color/Wb
Custom Menu 1 g 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 98: Pixel Count
PIXEL COUNT You can set the pixel size for the image size [X], [W]. [Xiddle] Select [3200 × 2400], [2560 × 1920], or [1600 × 1200]. [Wmall] Select [1280 × 960], [1024 × 768], or [640 × 480]. Custom Menu 1 h RECORD/ERASE QUICK ERASE You can erase the picture you have just taken immediately using the S button.
Page 99: Priority Set
[AUTO] Even when a new card is inserted, the folder numbers are retained from the previous card. If the new card contains an image file whose file number coincides with one saved on the previous card, the new card’s file numbers start at the number following the highest number on the previous card.
Page 100: W (Changing The Display Language)
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. g“Using the OLYMPUS Master software”...
Page 101: 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 102: All-Frame Reservation
Select the date and time format and press the i button. [NO] The pictures are printed without the date and time. [DATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date. [TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time. Select [SET] and press the i button. All-frame reservation Applies print reservation to all the pictures stored in the card.
Page 103: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)
Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture Select [<] and press the i button. Select [KEEP] and press the i button. Use bd to select the frame with print reservation data you want to reset, then press c to set the number of prints to 0. Press the i button when you have finished.
Page 104: 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 USB 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 105: Custom Printing
Custom printing Follow the operation guide to set a print option. Follow the operation guide displayed here. Selecting the print mode Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print modes are as shown below. [PRINT] Prints selected pictures. [ALL PRINT] Prints all the pictures stored in the card and makes one print for each picture.
Page 106 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. [PRINT] (f) [SINGLE PRINT] (t) Applies print reservation to the [MORE] (u) Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when...
Page 107: Using The Olympus Master Software
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. • Computer that fulfills the operating...
Page 108: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
The computer recognizes the camera as a “Removable Disk 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 •...
Page 109: Start Up The Olympus Master Software
• 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. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 110: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer
Disconnecting the camera from your computer Make sure that the card access lamp has stopped blinking. 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 111: 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 112: 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 113: 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 114 Other things instead of the subject are in focus on the respective AF targets • Set [AF AREA] to M and focus on the selected AF target. g“AF target selection” (P. 53) The subject is moving quickly • Focus the camera on a point roughly the same distance away as the subject you want to shoot (by pressing the shutter button halfway), and then recompose your picture and wait for the subject to enter the frame.
Page 115 The picture is too grainy There are several factors that can cause the picture to appear grainy. Increasing the ISO sensitivity • When you increase the ISO setting, noise, which appears as spots of unwanted color or unevenness in the color, can be introduced and give the picture a grainy appearance. This camera is equipped with a function to allow shooting at high sensitivity while suppressing noise;...
Page 116: Additional Shooting Tips And Information
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. 125)
Page 117: Playback Tips
Selecting the optimal record mode Record modes are divided into 2 main types: RAW and JPEG. RAW records without reflecting the settings for white balance, contrast, etc. on the images themselves. JPEG records as images that reflect these settings. JPEG also compresses images to reduce the file size when recording them.
Page 118: Viewing Pictures On A Computer
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 used during shooting, as well as change detailed settings such as white balance and contrast.
Page 119 Control Viewfinder panel indications indications No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication PICTURE ERROR No indication No indication Internal camera temperature is too No indication No indication Monitor Possible cause indications The card has no available memory.
Page 120 Control Viewfinder panel indications indications No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication No indication Monitor Possible cause indications The battery is drained.
Page 121: Camera Maintenance
Camera maintenance Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
Page 122: Cleaning Mode K 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 123: Information
Information Main optional accessories You can use the following Olympus accessories with this camera. Power supply HLD-4 Power battery holder Attach the power battery holder and use it as a grip for taking pictures with the camera held vertically. It enables you to use the camera for a long period of time.
Page 124: Card Basics
Eyecups DE-P3/DE-N3 Diopter compensation eyecups These eyecups enable users to shoot without having to wear their eyeglasses regardless of whether the user is nearsighted or farsighted. Card basics Usable cards “Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. This camera can use CompactFlash, Microdrive or xD-Picture Card (optional).
Page 125: Formatting The Card
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. When formatting a used card, confirm there are no images that you still want to keep on the card.
Page 126: Using Your Charger Abroad
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 127: Zuiko Digital Lens Specifications
ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications Names of parts 1 Hood mount section 2 Filter mount thread 3 Zoom ring 4 Focus ring 5 Mount index 6 Electrical contacts 7 Front cap 8 Rear cap 9 Lens hood Attaching the hood • Use the hood when shooting a backlit subject. Main Specifications Items Mount...
Page 128: Program Line Diagram (P Mode)
Can be used with the optional EX-25 extension tube under the following conditions. The focus adjustment when EX-25 is used will be MF. Lens, focal distance 12 mm 12-60 mm 60 mm 50-200 mm Storage Precautions • Clean the lens after use. Remove dust and dirt on the surface of the lens with a blower brush or brush.
Page 129: Flash Synchronization And Shutter Speed
Flash synchronization and shutter speed Shooting Shutter speed mode 1/ (lens focal length × 2) or 60 - 1/8000 sec. synchronization timing, whichever is slower 1/ (lens focal length × 2) or 60 - 1/8000 sec. synchronization timing, whichever is slower 60 - 1/8000 sec.
Page 130: Flash Distance
Flash distance The flash distances when shooting with the built-in flash according to the ISO sensitivity/ aperture value settings are as follows. 3200 1600 f5.6 Vignetting of the built-in flash when using an interchangeable lens Lenses in the range of 14 mm to 150 mm can be used with the built-in flash. The following lenses, however, may interfere with the light emitted by the built-in flash and, therefore, may limit the focal distance and shooting range.
Page 131: Flash Modes That Can Be Set By Shooting Mode
Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Shooting Viewfinder Control panel mode indications indications * When the flash is set to the Super FP mode, it detects backlight with longer duration than for normal flash before firing. g“Super FP flash” (P. 76) Super control Flash panel...
Page 132: White Balance Color Temperature
Shooting Viewfinder mode indications White balance color temperature The higher the color temperature, the richer the light 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 133: Record Mode And File Size/Number Of Storable Still Pictures
Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures The file size in the table is approximate. Record Number of pixels mode (PIXEL COUNT) 3648 × 2736 3200 × 2400 2560 × 1920 1600 × 1200 1280 × 960 1024 × 768 640 ×...
Page 134: Functions That Can Be Registered With My Mode And Custom Reset Setting
Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Setting My Mode Function registration Shooting mode Image stabilizer </Y/j AF MODE AF AREA AE BKT ISO BKT WB BKT FL BKT PICTURE MODE GRADATION NOISE REDUCT. > METERING NOISE FILTER Flash mode #RC MODE...
Page 135: Menu Directory
Menu directory Shooting Menu Function CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION NOISE REDUCT. NOISE FILTER METERING # RC MODE AF MODE AF AREA ANTI-SHOCKz AE BKT WB BKT FL BKT ISO BKT * Factory default setting Setting ALL ERASE/FORMAT RESET RESET1 SET/RESET...
Page 136 Playback Menu Function EDIT < COPY ALL RESET PROTECT * Factory default setting Custom Menu 1 Function AF/MF AF ILLUMINAT. FOCUS RING C-AF LOCK AF AREA POINTER AF SENSITIVITY P SET UP RESET LENS BULB FOCUSING BUTTON/DIAL DIAL AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MEMO ;...
Page 137 Function RELEASE/j RLS PRIORITY S RLS PRIORITY C OFF/ON 1fps/2fps/3fps Ofps DISP/ 8/PC OFF/ON SLEEP OFF/1MIN BACKLIT LCD 8SEC 4 h TIMER OFF/4 h AUTO USB MODE <CUSTOM LIVE VIEW BOOST FRAME ASSIST EXP/e/ISO EV STEP 1/3EV ISO STEP 1/3EV HIGH LIMIT ISO-AUTO SET DEFAULT...
Page 138 Custom Menu 2 Function CF/xD EDIT FILENAME VIDEO OUT REC VIEW PIXEL MAPPING FIRMWARE * Factory default setting Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased. Setting Adobe RGB /A-Z/0-9 sRGB AUTO /-7 - +7 OFF/AUTOq/1SEC - 20SEC (5 SEC Ref.
Page 139: 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...
Page 140 Eclipsing (Vignetting) This refers to when an object obscures part of the field of view so that the whole subject is not photographed. Vignetting also refers to when the image seen through the viewfinder does not exactly match the image shot through the objective lens, so the photographed image includes objects not seen through the viewfinder.
Page 141 S (Shutter Priority) Mode Also called Shutter Priority AE mode. The user selects the shutter speed and the camera automatically varies the aperture so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. Single-lens reflex camera A camera that uses the reflective mirror to bend the light entering from the shooting lens and uses the viewfinder to check.
Page 142: Specifications
Metering range Shooting modes ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens : Four Thirds mount : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens : 4/3" Live MOS sensor : Approx.
Page 143 : TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL External flash attachment : Hot shoe, external flash connector (x attachment) Wireless flash function : Compatible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system External connector USB connector, DC-IN jack, VIDEO OUT jack, remote cable connector Power supply Battery : Li-ion Battery (BLM-1) ×1...
Page 144 Battery/charger specifications BLM-1 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No. of charge and discharge times Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight BCM-2 Lithium ion charger MODEL NO. Rated input Rated output Charging time Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.
Page 145: 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 146: 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 147 • 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 148: Legal And Other Notices
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 149: For Customers In Canada
Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
Page 150 Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this. 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...
Page 151: Index
Index Symbols A ... 94 w+F ... 96 o (Image stabilizer) ... 60 W (Language selection) ... 100 8 (Beep sound) ... 94 < CUSTOM ... 95 Y Custom Menu 1 ... 136 Z Custom Menu 2 ... 138 < EASY ... 95 ;...
Page 152 N (Normal) ...61, 117 NOISE FILTER ...69 NOISE REDUCT..69 NTSC ...100 Number of pixels ...61 OLYMPUS Master ...107 Olympus wireless RC flash system ...76 One-touch white balance V ...63, 65, 93 PAL ...100 PICT. TONE ...67 PictBridge ...103 PICTURE MODE ...67 PIXEL COUNT ...98...
Page 153 W (Small) ... 61, 117 S-AF (single AF) ... 51 S-AF+MF ... 53 SATURATION ... 67 Self-timer Y ... 57 Sequential shooting H l ... 56 Sequential shooting L O ... 56 SF (Super Fine) ... 61, 117 SHADING COMP..97 SHADOW ADJ ...
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8 Customizing Your Camera

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