Page 1: Digital Camera
Online Pictures Camera Settings 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: How To Use The Camera
Navigation How to use the camera Using a computer... Using the OLYMPUS Master software on your computer lets you enjoy editing, viewing, and printing the pictures downloaded from your camera. Using a card... Pictures taken with this camera are stored on card media (e.g.
Page 3: Using The Mode Dial
Using the direct buttons... Direct buttons let you perform functions such as erasing or protecting pictures or setting the flash mode, making camera operation easy. Using the mode dial... Use the mode dial to select a shooting or playback mode. f lets you select the optimum settings for the shooting conditions from 7 different situations.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual (Indications used in this manual A sample page is shown below to explain how to read the instructions in this manual. Look at it carefully before taking or viewing pictures. See the reference pages for further details on how to use the buttons or menus. Set the mode dial to one of these symbols.
Page 5: Composition Of The Manual
To enjoy the pictures you have Connecting the camera to taken on a computer. How to P. 158 a computer use OLYMPUS Master. Troubleshooting. Appendix P. 173 For when you want to know the names of parts, see a list of menus, or find what you are looking for.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents How to use this manual............... 4 Composition of the manual ..............5 1 Basic operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 Mode dial...................
Page 7 Table of Contents Slow synchronization ............51 Selecting the flash ................ 52 Using the external flash (optional)..........52 Using commercially available external flashes......54 Using a slave flash mode ............55 4 Advanced shooting functions - - - - - - - - - - -56 Program shift ................
Page 8 Table of Contents Histogram ................... 83 Frame assist..................85 5 Additional functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 86 Recording movies ............... 87 Camera movement compensation ........88 Sequential shooting ........
Page 9 Table of Contents Protecting pictures ..............115 Erasing pictures ..............116 Single-frame erase .............. 116 All-frame erase ..............116 Formatting ................. 117 7 Settings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 118 Reset....................
Page 10 What is OLYMPUS Master?............160 Installing OLYMPUS Master ............. 161 Connecting the camera to a computer ..........164 Starting up OLYMPUS Master ............165 Displaying camera images on a computer ........167 Downloading and saving images ..........167 Viewing still pictures and movies ............ 169 Printing pictures ................
Page 11 Table of Contents LCD Monitor ................192 Glossary of terms ................193 11 Miscellaneous - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 196 Menu list..................197 List of factory default settings............204 Modes and shooting functions ............
Page 12: Basic Operation
1 Basic operation Basic operation Don’t you sometimes feel that advanced shooting and editing functions are only for professional photographers? With their experience and skill, they can make all kinds of fine adjustments to achieve a variety of effects. Now you can achieve such effects simply by pressing the buttons on your digital camera.
Page 13: Mode Dial
Mode dial This camera features a shooting mode and a playback mode. The modes are selected using the mode dial. Shooting mode is divided into a further 7 modes. Select the mode you want, then turn the power switch to turn the camera on. Shooting mode Set the mode dial to one of these...
Page 14: How To Set Functions
How to set functions The direct buttons and menus are used to set and operate the many functions available on this camera. All the functions set with direct buttons can be set using menus. g“Direct buttons” (P. 16), “Menus” (P. 23) Ex: To make flash settings Control dial acbd buttons...
Page 15: Using The Menus
How to set functions Using the menus Using the direct buttons Press the # button, and turn the control dial. Press Z to display the top menu, then select [MODE MENU], [CAMERA], and • The setting screen is displayed on [FLASH MODE] in order.
Page 16: Direct Buttons
Direct buttons The direct buttons have different functions in shooting mode and in playback mode. Pressing the direct buttons, and turning the control dial allows you to select menu options or change the settings of different functions. Certain settings require the direct button to be pressed repeatedly. TIPS •...
Page 17 Direct buttons gP. 73 F (Exposure compensation) button Changes the exposure compensation value. Press the F button to display the following screen. Turn the control dial to make settings. 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 + 2.0 The histogram can be set. gP. 83 •...
Page 18 Direct buttons w (Flash intensity control) gP. 51 Adjusts the amount of light emitted by the flash. Press the F and # buttons simultaneously to display the following screen. Turn the control dial to make settings. + 2.0 gP. 46, 63, 67 AF/&/MF (AF/Macro/MF) button Select the focus mode from [AF] (auto focus), [&], [ORACLE AF], [MOTION AF], [MF] (manual focus), [%] (super macro), and [%MF]...
Page 19 Direct buttons Z (Self-timer/remote control) button gP. 91, 94 Activates the self-timer (Y) or remote control function (<). Press the Z button to display the following screen. Turn the control dial to make settings. When the remote control is selected, you can select the operating time.
Page 20 Direct buttons QUICK VIEW button Pressing the QUICK VIEW button displays the last picture taken on the monitor. All the functions in normal playback mode are available. g“6 Playback” (P. 98) To return to shooting mode for taking the next picture, press the QUICK VIEW button or press the shutter button halfway.
Page 21: Using The Direct Buttons In Playback Mode
Direct buttons Using the direct buttons in playback mode 0 (Protect) button gP. 115 Press the 0 button after selecting a picture to set the protect function. gP. 102 y (Rotation) button Press the y button after selecting a still picture to rotate it in the following order: 90°...
Page 22 Direct buttons gP. 119 RESET (Camera reset) Press these buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds to reset camera settings. S (Erase) button gP. 116 Press the S button after selecting a picture to display the following screen. This function erases the image. Follow the operation guide at the bottom of the screen to make settings.
Page 23: Menus
Menus Press Z to display the top menu on the monitor. About the menus The menu items that can be used differ depending on the mode. Top menu Menus are divided into shortcut menus and mode menus. DRIVE MODE MENU Shortcut menus Mode menus You can select menu items that are normally...
Page 24: Mode Menus
Menus TIPS • The functions registered in the shortcut menus can also be accessed from the mode menu. You can change shortcut menus in any mode except n and q modes. g“Shortcut” (P. 134) Mode menus (Shooting modes CAMERA tab DRIVE AUTO PICTURE tab...
Page 25: How To Use The Menus
Menus How to use the menus Use the arrow pad and Z to set menu items. Follow the operation guide and arrows on the screen to select and make settings. This section explains how to use the menus. Ex: To set [7] (Auto bracketing) acbd buttons Z button Press Z in shooting mode.
Page 26 Menus Press ac to select [DRIVE], and press d. DRIVE • Refer to the arrows on the screen to AUTO select and make settings with the arrow FLASH MODE AUTO pad. • Unavailable settings cannot be selected. ESP/ The selected item appears indented.
Page 27: Tips Before You Start Taking Pictures
2 Tips before you start taking pictures Tips before you start taking pictures Your pictures are almost guaranteed to come out well just by setting the mode dial to P and pressing the shutter button. But occasionally, you can’t focus on your subject, or the subject is too dark, or the picture doesn’t come out the way you want…...
Page 28: Holding The Camera
Holding the camera Sometimes when you look at a picture you have taken, the contours of the subject are blurred. This is often caused by movement of the camera at the precise moment that the shutter button is pressed. Picture where subject is not clearly defined To prevent the camera from moving, hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides.
Page 29: Using The Monitor And Viewfinder
Using the monitor and viewfinder Movement range of the monitor • The range of monitor movement is shown on the right. By turning the monitor toward the lens, you can take pictures of yourself with the monitor. • Move the monitor slowly within the permitted range. Adjusting the viewfinder You can adjust the viewfinder to match your eyesight (visual acuity).
Page 30: When To Use The Monitor And Viewfinder
Using the monitor and viewfinder When to use the monitor and viewfinder You can take pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder. Use the one that is most apt for the situation. To turn the monitor on or off, press f. g“Direct buttons” (P. 16) Monitor Viewfinder You can check the picture area...
Page 31: If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained
If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera automatically detects the focus target in the frame. The level of contrast is one of the criteria it uses to detect the subject. The camera may fail to determine subjects with lower contrast than the surroundings or with an area of extremely strong contrast in the frame.
Page 32: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On
If correct focus cannot be obtained Press the shutter button fully. Shutter button TIPS When the frame in which you focus on a subject is different from the frame in which you lock the exposure g“AE lock” (P. 71) To focus on the subject in the center of the frame g“AF mode”...
Page 33: Record Mode
Record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Select the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a computer, website editing, etc.). For information on the image sizes for each record mode and the memory capacity of the card, see the table on P.
Page 34: Movie Record Modes
You can also view the data with Photoshop software by installing the Plug-in available from the Olympus website. Raw data cannot be displayed using ordinary software, and print reservations cannot be made.
Page 35: Card Capacity In Number Of Pictures/Remaining Recording Time
Record mode Card capacity in number of pictures/remaining recording time The number of storable still pictures/remaining recording time is displayed on the control panel and the monitor when a card is inserted in the camera. Still pictures Card capacity in number of pictures Record Com- File...
Page 36 Record mode Movies Remaining recording time (sec.) Record Image size File format mode Using a 32 MB card With sound Without sound 640 × 480 (30 frames/sec.) 17 sec. 17 sec. 640 × 480 (15 frames/sec.) 34 sec. 35 sec. Motion-JPEG 320 ×...
Page 37: Changing The Record Mode
Record mode Changing the record mode Mode dial g “Menus” (P. 23) Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] • You can also select [K] from the shortcut menu. Select a record mode from [RAW], [TIFF], [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] and [SQ2]. TIFF •...
Page 38: Using Card Media
Using card media (JPEG copy Pictures taken in the raw data format can be stored in JPEG format at the same time as they are recorded in raw data. To record pictures in JPEG format you can select [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] or [SQ2] for the record mode, but you cannot select the image size.
Page 39: Inserting And Removing Card Media (Optional)
Using card media Inserting and removing card media (optional) Confirm that the power switch is aligned with OFF, and open the card cover. Insert the CompactFlash or Microdrive. • Hold the card straight and insert it correctly into the front slot, as shown. Close the card cover securely until it clicks.
Page 40: Switching Cards
Using card media Switching cards The xD-Picture Card can be used simultaneously with CompactFlash or Microdrive. The card currently in use is displayed on the control panel or monitor. When there are 2 card types in the camera, select the type you want to use. Press the CF/xD (card) button repeatedly to select the card you want to use.
Page 41: Basic Shooting Functions
3 Basic shooting functions Basic shooting functions A professional photographer adjusts the exposure to the optimal setting, chooses the best focusing method and even selects the type of film according to the subject. With a digital camera, you don’t need to learn how to make difficult settings.
Page 42: Selecting A Shooting Mode According To The Situation
Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation When you select a scene mode according to the situation or shooting conditions, the camera automatically selects the optimal settings. (f mode i Portrait Suitable for taking a portrait-style shot of a person. This mode features an in-focus subject against a PORTRAIT blurred background.
Page 43: Night Scene
Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation R Night Scene Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than NIGHT SCENE is used in normal shooting. For example, if you take a picture of a street at night in P mode, the lack of brightness will result in a dark picture with only dots of light.
Page 44: Zooming In On A Distant Subject
Zooming in on a distant subject You can zoom in on your subject using the optical zoom and digital zoom. With the optical zoom, the image is enlarged by the CCD when the lens magnification is changed, and the image is formed by all the CCD pixels. With the digital zoom, the area at the center of the image captured by the CCD is cropped and enlarged.
Page 45: Using The Digital Zoom
Zooming in on a distant subject Note • You can use the optical zoom while recording movies in n mode by setting [R] to [OFF]. g“Recording sound with movies” (P. 97) • In n mode, the maximum magnification possible for digital zoom is 3×. Using the digital zoom Mode dial Top menu...
Page 46: Taking Close-Up Pictures (Macro/Super Macro/Super Macro Mf)
Taking close-up pictures (macro/super macro/super macro MF) Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (20 cm to 80 cm/ 7.9" to 31.5"). However, in macro mode focusing is performed quickly. & When the optical zoom lever is at the maximum wide position and you are as close as 20 cm/7.9"...
Page 47: Flash Shooting
Flash shooting Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amount of light emitted using the flash intensity control. Flash working range W (max.): Approx. 0.8 m to 3.7 m (2.6 ft. to 12.1 ft.) T (max.): Approx.
Page 48: Flash Off
Flash shooting Flash off ($) The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited. You can also use this mode when shooting landscapes, sunsets, and other subjects outside the range of the flash. Note •...
Page 49 Flash shooting 2nd curtain (rear curtain) #SLOW2 With 2nd curtain, the 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.
Page 50: Take The Picture
Flash shooting Press the shutter button halfway. # mark • In conditions where the flash will fire, # 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 0.0 lights (flash stand-by). Press the shutter button fully to take the picture. 3072 2304 3072 2304 TIPS When the orange lamp or the # (flash charge) indication blinks →...
Page 51: Flash Intensity Control
Flash shooting Flash intensity control You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the light emission. Examples include small subjects, distant backgrounds, or situations when increased contrast is desired. Mode dial Turn the control dial while pressing the # and F buttons to...
Page 52: Selecting The Flash
SELECT Selecting the flash Using the external flash (optional) Various types of flash shooting are possible with the Olympus FL series external flashes. The external flash can be used either by itself or together with the built-in flash. The external flash detects the flash mode and exposure compensation automatically and functions just like the built-in flash.
Page 53 Selecting the flash Slide the shoe cover off in the Hot shoe direction of the arrow and attach the external flash. • For instructions on how to attach the flash, refer to the manual for the external flash. Shoe cover •...
Page 54: Using Commercially Available External Flashes
For details on compatible commercially available external flashes, refer to P. 186. The amount of light emitted cannot be adjusted on commercially available external flashes except Olympus FL series. Mode dial Attach the external flash to the hot shoe and connect it to the camera.
Page 55: Using A Slave Flash Mode
Selecting the flash Note • The camera’s flash mode will have no effect on the external flash. The external flash will fire even when the camera’s flash mode is set to [$] (off). • Confirm in advance that the external flash you are using is synchronized with the camera.
Page 56: Advanced Shooting Functions
4 Advanced shooting functions Advanced shooting functions Letting the camera select the optimal settings is simple and easy, but if you want, you can be a lot more creative. Now that you have mastered basic operation, you can start enjoying your camera’s more advanced functions.
Page 57: Program Shift
Program shift P (Program shooting) mode’s program shift allows you to change the combination of aperture value and shutter speed without altering the exposure. Mode dial Press ac to change the shutter speed and aperture value. • S is displayed on the control panel. •...
Page 58 Aperture priority shooting Mode dial Turn the control dial to set the aperture value. Right : Increases the aperture value. Left : Decreases the aperture value. Aperture range: Wide angle: f2.8 to f11, Telephoto: f4.8 to f11 • You can change the adjustment range for the aperture. g“Exposure steps”...
Page 59: Shutter Priority Shooting
Shutter priority shooting This function allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. Set the shutter speed according to the subject and the type of effect you want. Setting a fast shutter speed lets you Setting a slow shutter speed blurs a capture fast-moving action as though it moving subject, giving the impression of...
Page 60: Manual Shooting
Manual shooting Shutter speed 1/50 1/50 F8.0 F8.0 1/800 1/800 F2.8 F2.8 3072 2304 3072 2304 3072 2304 3072 2304 When is displayed, the image is When is displayed, the image is overexposed. underexposed. Turn the control dial to the right to set Turn the control dial to the left to set the the shutter speed faster.
Page 61 Manual shooting Press the F button to set the aperture value. • You can change the adjustment range for the aperture and shutter speed. g“Exposure steps” (P. 122) • The exposure differential (ranging from -3.0 to +3.0 EV) is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 62: Real Display
My Mode Real display This setting controls the brightness of the subject on the monitor to improve clarity when taking pictures in M mode. The camera automatically adjusts the brightness to display the subject with optimum clarity. The camera displays the subject at the set exposure. This setting allows you to see what the picture will look like on the monitor before you take it.
Page 63: Focusing Applications
Focusing applications AF mode This function allows you to select how the camera focuses on your subject. iESP The camera determines which subject within the screen to focus on. Even when the subject is not in the center of the screen, focusing is possible.
Page 64: Oracle Af
Focusing applications Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [AF/&/MF] g“Menus” (P. 23) [FULLTIME AF] [ON] / [OFF] Note • Fulltime AF consumes more battery power. • Fulltime AF cannot be used when [R] is set to [ON] in n mode. Oracle AF This function calculates the distance the subject travels toward or away from the camera, and sets the focus accordingly.
Page 65: Motion Af
Focusing applications Motion AF The camera automatically tracks the subject within the screen, and keeps it in focus to take the picture. Mode dial Press the AF/&/MF button, and turn the control dial. Select [MOTION AF], and press the AF/&/MF button again. g “Direct buttons”...
Page 66: Af Illuminator
Focusing applications Press the AF/&/MF button, and 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 use the arrow pad to move the AF target mark to where you want to focus. • The AF target mark moves using the arrow pad only when the camera is set to [AF], [&] or [%].
Page 67: Manual Focus
Focusing applications Manual focus Use manual focus when auto focus is unable to focus on the subject. Mode dial Press the AF/&/MF button, and turn the control dial. Select [MF], and press the AF/&/MF button. g “Direct buttons” (P. 16) •...
Page 68 Focusing applications TIPS To lock the focus → After setting the focus in Step 2, press Z. The focus locks, and MF is displayed in red on the monitor. To lock the focus at the focus lock position 1 Press f to turn on the monitor if it is off. 2 Position the AF target mark on a subject at the desired distance and press the shutter button halfway.
Page 69: Metering
Metering There are 4 ways of measuring the brightness of a subject. Meters the center of the subject separately from the surrounding area, and calculates the optimum exposure. SPOT (5) Exposure is determined by metering within the AF target mark. In this mode, even a backlit subject can be shot with optimum exposure regardless of the background light.
Page 70 Metering Position the AF target mark on the 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 area you want to meter, and press the [ button. • The multi-metering bar is displayed. • The light is metered at up to 8 different points. Light readings after the 9th are ignored.
Page 71: Ae Lock
AE lock This function is suitable for situations when optimum exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when there is excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings. The landscape appears dark Recompose your picture so there is not because the sky is bright. much sky in the frame and lock the exposure.
Page 72: Iso Sensitivity
ISO sensitivity TIPS To save the locked meter reading after taking a picture (AE memory) → After setting the AE lock in Step 1, or after pressing the shutter button halfway in Step 2, press the [ button for more than 1 second. C is displayed.
Page 73: Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation Note • [AUTO] is not available in A, S, or M modes. • ISO ratings are based on the sensitivity of normal camera film. • The shutter speed is decreased when [ISO] is set to [AUTO] and you are shooting in dark conditions without a flash.
Page 74: White Balance
White balance TIPS • Often, bright subjects (such as snow) turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjust toward + to make these subjects closer to their real shades. For the same reason, adjust toward – when taking dark subjects. •...
Page 75: Auto White Balance
White balance For shooting under a neutral white fluorescent lamp (5,000K)*. This type of lamp is generally used in desk lamps, etc. For shooting under a cool white fluorescent lamp (4,200K)*. This type of lamp is generally used in offices, etc.
Page 76: Custom White Balance
White balance Select a white balance setting, and press Z. PRESET1 SELECT TIPS • You can also select a different preset white balance from the one recommended and enjoy interesting results on the monitor. Custom white balance Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [WB]...
Page 77 White balance • You can select [WB] from the shortcut menu in P, A, S, M, r, and f modes. Select [YES], and press d. BLUE SELECT With the [V ONE TOUCH WB] ONE TOUCH WB screen displayed, point the camera at a sheet of white paper.
Page 78: White Balance Compensation
White balance White balance compensation This function lets you make fine adjustments to [AUTO], [PRESET1], [PRESET2], and [V ONE TOUCH WB] values. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [WB] [AUTO] / [PRESET1] / g“Menus” (P. 23) [PRESET2] / [V] •...
Page 79: Saving A Custom White Balance
White balance Saving a custom white balance You can save the current white balance setting and white balance compensation value in [CUSTOM1] to [CUSTOM4] and select them as custom white balance menus. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [WB] [AUTO] / [PRESET1] / g“Menus”...
Page 80: Scene Modes
Scene modes This function lets you process the picture according to the purpose. Color reproduction, sharpness, contrast and saturation can be adjusted. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [SCENE MODES] [NORMAL] g“Menus” (P. 23) / [i] / [Q] / [R] •...
Page 81: Contrast
Contrast This function adjusts the contrast of the image. For example, you can make images with marked differences in light and shadow softer, and those with less differences more vivid. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [CONTRAST] g“Menus” (P. 23) Press ac to adjust the contrast between [-5] and [+5].
Page 82: Saturation
Saturation This function adjusts the color strength. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [SATURATION] g“Menus” (P. 23) Press ac to adjust the saturation between [-5] and [+5]. • Toward +: Colors become stronger. SATURATION ± 0 • Toward - : Colors become weaker. Noise reduction The shutter speed is reduced when shooting in dark places as less light reaches the CCD.
Page 83: Histogram
Histogram Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [NOISE REDUCTION] [ON] / g“Menus” (P. 23) [OFF] Note • [NOISE REDUCTION] is always set to [ON] when f mode is set to [R]. • When [NOISE REDUCTION] is set to [ON], the camera implements noise-reducing processes after each shot.
Page 84 Histogram Ex.1: When [F ON] or [ON] is selected in P mode. Bright picture Dark picture 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 Histogram target mark If the peak fills too much of If the peak fills too much of the red frame, the image the blue frame, the image will appear mostly white.
Page 85: Frame Assist
Frame assist (Moving the histogram target mark While the histogram is displayed in shooting mode, press the F button, and use the arrow pad to move the histogram target mark. To reset the position of the histogram target mark, press Z while it is moving. 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8...
Page 86: Additional Functions
5 Additional functions Additional functions At a sporting event… Use movie mode to capture the atmosphere by recording the cheers and applause along with the action. Or use sequential shooting mode to take a succession of shots of a goal and pick out the best ones later.
Page 87: Recording Movies
Recording movies This function allows you to record movies. When the record mode is set to SHQ, the camera can record up to 20 seconds. Mode dial Decide the composition of the picture. • The remaining recording time on the card that you are using is displayed on the monitor.
Page 88: Camera Movement Compensation
Recording movies Note • Depending on the card, the remaining recording time may drop rapidly during recording. Try using the card again after formatting it with your camera. g “Formatting” (P. 117) • In n mode, the flash and manual focus (MF) cannot be used. Notes for recording long movies •...
Page 89: Sequential Shooting
Sequential shooting There are 4 sequential shooting modes: high speed sequential shooting, sequential shooting, AF sequential shooting and auto bracketing. To set a sequential shooting mode, go to [DRIVE] on the mode menu. Sequential shooting cannot be performed when [K] is set to [TIFF]. Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed.
Page 90: Auto Bracketing
Sequential shooting Auto bracketing Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [DRIVE] g“Menus” (P. 23) • You can also select [DRIVE] from the shortcut menu. Select the exposure differential and number of shots and press ± 0.3 ± 0.7 • The differential that can be selected ±...
Page 91: Self-Timer Shooting
Self-timer shooting This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. This function is useful for taking pictures when you want to be included in the photograph. Mode dial Press the Z button, and turn the control dial. Select [Y], and press the Z button.
Page 92: Function Shooting (Panorama/Black & White/Sepia)
You can take advantage of panorama shooting with Olympus cards (xD-Picture Card). Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master software. BLACK & WHITE For taking pictures in black and white.
Page 93: Black & White/Sepia
• If the mode dial is operated during panorama shooting, the camera cancels the panorama mode and returns to normal shooting. • The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The OLYMPUS Master software is necessary to connect the pictures. Black & white/sepia...
Page 94: Remote Control Shooting (Optional)
Remote control shooting (optional) This function lets you take pictures using the optional remote control (RM-1). This is useful when you want to take a picture with yourself in it or a night scene without touching the camera. Mode dial Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, flat surface.
Page 95: Changing The Time Until Remote Control Is Activated
Remote control shooting (optional) Note • If the remote control receiver is exposed to strong light, the effective signal distance may be reduced or shooting may not take place. • To shoot sequential shots using the remote control, press and hold the shutter button on the remote control.
Page 96: Recording Sound With Still Pictures
Recording sound with still pictures Sound can be recorded when taking still pictures. Recording starts about 0.5 seconds after the shutter is released and lasts about 4 seconds. When this function is enabled, sound is recorded automatically every time you take a picture. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU]...
Page 97: Recording Sound With Movies
• If the camera is more than 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the source of the sound, sound may not be recorded clearly by the built-in microphone. Accessory settings (optional) Make this setting when using optional Olympus accessories (conversion lens or underwater housing). Conversion lens...
Page 98: Playback
6 Playback Playback With film-type cameras, you cannot see the pictures you have taken until the film has been developed. And aren’t you sometimes disappointed with the results when you do eventually see them? Pictures of blurred scenery or someone with their eyes shut. Or maybe you took several pictures of the same scene because you weren’t sure whether they would come out or not.
Page 99: Single-Frame Playback
Single-frame playback Mode dial • The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. Use the arrow pad or control dial to play back the picture you want to view. • Arrow pad • Control dial d : Displays the next picture. Turn to the right : Displays the next picture.
Page 100: Index Display
Index display Pull the zoom lever toward T (U). Zoom lever • Each time you pull the zoom lever, the picture is enlarged. • By using the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed, you can shift the picture in the desired direction, enabling you to view a different portion.
Page 101: Selecting The Number Of Pictures
Index display Push the zoom lever toward W Zoom lever (G). • Use the arrow pad to select the picture. : Moves to the previous frame. : Moves to the next frame. a : Moves to the frame above. c : Moves to the frame below. •...
Page 102: Slideshow
Slideshow This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of each movie is displayed. Select a still picture and display the top menu. Mode dial g“Menus” (P. 23) Top menu • The slideshow starts. •...
Page 103: Playing Back Movies
Playing back movies This function lets you play back movies. You can fast forward the movie or play it back one frame at a time. Select an image with n and display the top menu. Mode dial g“Menus” (P. 23) Top menu [MOVIE PLAYBACK] •...
Page 104: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures This function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are possible. RAW DATA EDIT Adjusts the white balance, sharpness, etc. of pictures recorded in raw data format and stores them as new TIFF or JPEG files. You can check the result on the monitor and make sure the desired effect has been achieved.
Page 105 Editing still pictures When you have finished editing the data, press Z. • Raw data can be edited using the following functions. Ref. Function Settings page TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 P. 33 ±2 P. 73 AUTO, PRESET1, PRESET2, CUSTOM, P.
Page 106: Resizing
Editing still pictures Resizing Mode dial g“Menus” (P. 23) Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] Turn the control dial to select the picture you want to edit, and press Z. Select an image size, and press Select a card, and press Z. •...
Page 107 Editing still pictures Turn the control dial to select the still picture you want to edit, and press Z. Use the arrow pad, zoom lever and control dial to decide the trimming position and size. • Press acbd to select the trimming frame, and move the zoom lever toward W or T to decide the trimming size.
Page 108: Red-Eye Correction
Recording sound Red-eye correction Select the still picture that you want to correct, then display the top menu. Mode dial [REDEYE FIX] g“Menus” (P. 23) Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] When [START] is displayed, press Z. • After the [BUSY] bar is displayed, the areas targeted for correction are framed in blue.
Page 109: Editing Movies
Editing movies Recording starts. Aim the Microphone internal microphone toward the sound you want to record. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed during recording. Note • If the microphone is further than 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the subject, sound may not be recorded properly.
Page 110: Creating An Index
Editing movies Creating an index Mode dial g“Menus” (P. 23) Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] [INDEX] Select the first frame of the 00:00 00:00/00:36 00:00/00:36 00:36 index, and press Z. a : Jumps to the first frame of the movie. c : Jumps to the last frame of the movie.
Page 111: Editing A Movie
Editing movies TIPS • The index is stored as a still picture in a different record mode from the original movie. Record mode when the movie was shot Record mode when stored as an index SHQ, HQ SQ1 (2,048 × 1,536 pixels: HIGH) SQ1, SQ2 SQ2 (1,024 ×...
Page 112: Playback On A Tv
Playback on a TV Select a card, and press Z. • If only one card is inserted, skip this step. • When there is insufficient card memory, the display returns to the setting screen. Select [OK], and press Z. EDIT •...
Page 113: Video Output Selection
Playback on a TV Make sure that the TV and camera are turned off. Connect the A/V OUT jack on the camera to the video input terminal on the TV using the AV cable provided with the camera. Connect to the TV’s video input (yellow) and audio input (white) terminals.
Page 114: Copying Pictures
Copying pictures Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [VIDEO OUT] [NTSC] / [PAL] g“Menus” (P. 23) TIPS TV video signal types & main regions Check the video signal type before connecting the camera to the TV. NTSC North America, Taiwan, Korea European countries, China •...
Page 115: Protecting Pictures
Protecting pictures (If you choose [SELECT] The playback screen is displayed. Turn the control dial to select the frame you want to copy and press Z. • The picture is copied. • If you want to copy more pictures, repeat the ’05 05.02 02.16 15...
Page 116: Erasing Pictures
Erasing pictures This function erases recorded pictures. Pictures can be erased either one at a time or all the pictures on the card. Note • You cannot erase protected pictures. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. • Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep.
Page 117: Formatting
Formatting This function lets you format the memory card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-OLYMPUS cards or cards which have been formatted on a computer, you must format them with this camera. All existing data, including protected pictures, are erased when the card is formatted.
Page 118: Settings
7 Settings Settings One of the key features of a digital camera is that you can view the pictures you have taken immediately. But that isn’t all. Another advantage is that you can customize the camera to your own personal taste. For example, you can set the startup screen so that one of the pictures you have taken is displayed when you turn the camera on.
Page 119: Reset
Reset This function returns the settings to the factory default settings. Mode dial Press the Z and z buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds. (Functions that are reset Factory Ref. Factory Ref. Function Function default setting Page default setting Page FNo.
Page 120: All Reset
All reset Factory Ref. Factory Ref. Function Function default setting Page default setting Page SATURATION ±0 P. 82 SHQ, HQ 3072 × 2304 P. 35 JPEG 1600 × 1200 DUPLICATE P. 38 P. 35 NORMAL SETTING 640 × 480 TIFF 3072 ×...
Page 121 All reset (Functions that return to default settings when [ALL RESET] is set [ON]. Factory Ref. Factory Ref. Function Function default setting page default setting page FNo. F2.8 P. 57 AF MODE iESP P. 63 R (still pictures) OFF SHUTTER 1/1000 P.
Page 122: Exposure Steps
Select a language, and press Z. ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL PORTUGUES SELECT TIPS To increase the number of languages → You can add another language to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to the online help in the OLYMPUS Master software.
Page 123: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the date and time This function lets you set the date and time. The date and time is saved with each 100-0030 0030 image, and is used in the file name. ’05 05. . 02 02.16 16 15 15:30 Mode dial g“Menus”...
Page 124: My Mode Setup
My Mode setup You can set shooting-related functions in My Mode. You can also save the current camera settings in My Mode. When the mode dial is set to r, your customized settings are activated. g“My Mode” (P. 62) You can save up to 4 different patterns in [s MY MODE 1] to [d MY MODE 4].
Page 125 My Mode setup Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [MY MODE SETUP] g“Menus” (P. 23) Select the type of [MY MODE SETUP], and press d. ALL RESET CURRENT Saves the current camera EV STEP settings. CURRENT RESET Restores the factory default RESET settings.
Page 126: Sound
Sound (If you selected [CUSTOM] in Step 1 Select the function you want to save in My Mode, and press d. MY MODE SETUP P/A/S/M/SCENE • For the available functions, see FNo. F2.8 “Functions that can be set in [MY MODE SHUTTER SETUP]”...
Page 127: Shutter Sound
Sound Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [SOUND] [BEEP] g“Menus” (P. 23) Select [OFF], [1] or [2]. If you BEEP selected [1] or [2], select [LOW] or [HIGH], and press Z. HIGH SELECT Note • Selecting [1] or [2] does not change the tone of the focus sound, but the volume changes according to [OFF], [LOW], and [HIGH].
Page 128: Beep
Sound Beep You can adjust the volume of the beep sound used for warnings. Choose from [LOW] or [HIGH]. You can turn the sound off completely by setting [OFF]. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [SOUND] g“Menus” (P. 23) Select [OFF], [LOW] or [HIGH], SOUND and press Z.
Page 129: Power On/Off Setup
Power on/off setup You can select a picture and/or sound to be displayed/output when the power is turned on and off. You can also register your favorite picture and display it on the screen. g“Screen setup” (P. 129) Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP]...
Page 130: Monitor Brightness Adjustment
Monitor brightness adjustment • If a picture is already registered, the [IMAGE EXISTING] screen is displayed asking if you SCREEN SETUP want to cancel the currently registered picture IMAGE EXISTING and register a new one. To register a new RESET picture, select [RESET], and press Z.
Page 131: Rec View
Rec view You can choose whether or not to display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed. This is useful when you want to prepare for your next shot while the previous picture is being recorded.
Page 132: Pixel Mapping
Pixel mapping Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [FILE NAME] [RESET] / [AUTO] g“Menus” (P. 23) Note • When the File No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 and the folder number changes. • When both the Folder and File No. reach their respective maximum number (999/9999), the number of storable pictures becomes 0 even if the card is not full.
Page 133: Measurement Units (M/Ft)
Measurement units (m/ft) The measurement unit can be selected from either meters or feet in the manual focus mode. At long ranges, the camera measures in meters, and at short ranges in centimeters. At long ranges, the camera measures in feet, and at short ranges in inches. Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU]...
Page 134: Usb
Before connecting the USB cable, set the camera to either PC or printer, whichever you intend to connect the camera to. Select when connecting the camera to a PC with the USB cable and transferring pictures to the PC. g“Connecting the camera to a computer”...
Page 135: Setting The Shortcut Menus
Shortcut Functions that can be Functions that can be Ref. Ref. assigned to the shortcut assigned to the shortcut page page menus menus AF MODE P. 63 SCENE P. 42 FULLTIME AF P. 63 P. 33 SPOT/5 P. 69 P. 74 P.
Page 136: Using The Shortcut Menus
Custom button Using the shortcut menus When you have set a shortcut menu, you can use it to jump to the setting screen for that function. Mode dial Press Z to display the top menu. • The shortcut menus you have set are displayed on the top menu.
Page 137: Setting The Custom Button
Custom button Functions that can be Ref. assigned to the custom Options page button FULLTIME AF OFF, ON P. 63 DIGITAL ZOOM OFF, ON P. 45 NOISE REDUCTION OFF, ON P. 82 FUNCTION OFF, PANORAMA, BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA P. 92 R (still pictures) OFF, ON P.
Page 138: Using The Custom Button
Dial Using the custom button Mode dial Press the z button. • The function currently set to the custom button is displayed. Turn the control dial to set. • The z button is used in the same way as the direct button. g“Direct buttons”...
Page 139: My Mode/Scene Selection Screen
My Mode/SCENE selection screen Mode dial Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [DIAL] [NORMAL] / g“Menus” (P. 23) [CUSTOM1] / [CUSTOM2] Note • If you selected [CUSTOM1], use the arrow pad to operate the following functions. • Exposure compensation (P, A, S, f, n mode): bd g“Exposure compensation”...
Page 140: Printing Pictures
8 Printing pictures Printing pictures You can print out the pictures you have taken either at a photo store or at home on your own printer. If you go to a photo store, it is a good idea to store the print reservation data on the card first.
Page 141: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)
Direct printing (PictBridge) Using the direct printing function By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. With the camera connected to the printer, select the pictures you want to print and the number of prints on the camera’s monitor.
Page 142: Connecting The Camera To A Printer
Direct printing (PictBridge) Connecting the camera to a printer Use the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Mode dial Set the camera’s [USB] mode to [PRINT]. g“USB” (P. 134) • Have the card containing the pictures you want to print selected. Turn the printer on, and plug the USB cable into the printer’s USB port.
Page 143: Printing Pictures
Direct printing (PictBridge) Printing pictures When the camera is connected to a PictBridge- compatible printer, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] PRINT MODE SELECT screen is displayed on the monitor. Use this PRINT screen to select the print mode. You can choose ALL PRINT from the following print modes.
Page 144 Direct printing (PictBridge) Press bd or turn the control dial to select the picture you want to print, and press Z. • The [PRINT] screen is displayed. 100-0030 0030 SELECT SELECT SELECT PRINT PRINT PRINT MORE MORE MORE SINGLE PRINT SINGLE PRINT SINGLE PRINT Select [OK], and press Z.
Page 145: Printing By Selecting A Print Mode
Direct printing (PictBridge) Note • If the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, [SIZE], [BORDERLESS] and [PICS/SHEET] are set to [STANDARD]. Printing by selecting a print mode You can select the print mode on the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen. The available settings vary depending on the selected print mode.
Page 146: Setting The Printing Data
Direct printing (PictBridge) (Set a [SINGLE PRINT] reservation Press a. • Press a again when a picture with < is displayed to cancel the reservation. Print reservation icon is displayed. 100-0030 0030 SELECT SELECT SELECT PRINT PRINT PRINT Go to Step5. MORE MORE MORE...
Page 147 Direct printing (PictBridge) Select the printing data, and press d to set each item. PRINT INFO • If printing data cannot be set for your DATE WITHOUT printer, the [PRINT INFO] screen is not FILE NAME WITHOUT displayed. Go to Step 6. •...
Page 148: Trimming
Direct printing (PictBridge) Trimming To trim a picture by [MORE] in [PRINT] or [MULTI PRINT] mode, follow the procedure below. Use the arrow pad and zoom lever to select the trimming position and size. • Press acbd to move the trimming frame.
Page 149: Exiting Direct Printing
Direct printing (PictBridge) Exiting direct printing When you have finished printing, disconnect the camera from the printer. In the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen, press b. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT • “TURN OFF THE POWER” is displayed. ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT SELECT...
Page 150: If An Error Code Is Displayed
Direct printing (PictBridge) If an error code is displayed If an error code is displayed on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the following table. For more details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The camera is not...
Page 151: Print Settings (Dpof)
Print settings (DPOF) How to make print reservations Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/ time information) with the pictures stored on the card. With print reservation, you can print out pictures easily either at home using a personal DPOF-compatible printer or at a photo store that supports DPOF.
Page 152: All-Frame Reservation/Single-Frame Reservation
Print settings (DPOF) Note • DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes using the original device. • If a card contains DPOF reservations set by another device, entering reservations using this camera may overwrite the previous reservations. •...
Page 153 Print settings (DPOF) Select [<] or [U], and press Z. PRINT ORDER • < → Go to Step 3. • U → Go to Step 5. CANCEL SELECT SELECT SELECT Select the frame you want to print using the arrow pad or control dial, and press Z.
Page 154: Trim The Picture
Print settings (DPOF) Perform each setting. (Set the number of prints Select the number of prints and press Z. a : Increases the number. c : Decreases the number. SELECT SELECT SELECT (Set the date/time printing data Select [NO], [DATE] or [TIME], and press The pictures are printed without DATE the date and time.
Page 155: Trimming
Print settings (DPOF) Trimming This function enables you to crop part of a recorded picture and print out the enlarged section only. Mode dial Select [P] on the single-frame reservation screen and press d. g“All-frame reservation/Single-frame reservation” (P. 152) • If trimming has already been performed, the [P] screen is displayed.
Page 156: Resetting Print Reservation Data
Print settings (DPOF) Press Z to complete the print reservations and return to the picture selection screen, then press Z again. Press b to select [END]. • The [< PRINT ORDER] screen is displayed. Follow the operation guide to SINGLE PRINT return to the playback screen.
Page 157 Print settings (DPOF) (To reset the print reservation data for a selected picture Mode dial Press the < button. g“Direct buttons” (P. 16) Select [KEEP], and press Z. PRINT ORDER • If there is no print reservation data PRINT ORDERED stored on the card, the [<...
Page 158: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
9 Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Viewing the pictures you have taken on your computer is just one of the many ways you can enjoy your pictures. You can print out your favorite pictures, use the application software to download your pictures from your camera and edit them or arrange them by date or category, or attach...
Page 159: Flow
When the data cannot be downloaded from the camera using the USB cable → Image files may be downloaded using the optional PC card adapter. For details, visit the Olympus web site at the address shown on the back cover of this manual. Note •...
Page 160: Using Olympus Master
For editing and managing image files, install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. What is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is application software for editing images taken with a digital camera on a computer. Installing it on your computer lets you do the following: Manage images...
Page 161: Installing Olympus Master
Before installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compatible with the following system requirements. For newer operating systems, please refer to the Olympus web site as shown on the back cover of this manual. (Operating environment...
Page 162 • Open the camera’s card cover Windows Insert the CD-ROM into the CD- ROM drive. • The OLYMPUS Master setup screen is displayed. • If the screen is not displayed, double-click the “My Computer” icon and click the CD- ROM icon.
Page 163 “YES”. • A screen asking whether or not you want to install Adobe Reader is displayed. Adobe Reader is required to read the OLYMPUS Master instruction manual. If this screen is not displayed, Adobe Reader is already installed on your computer.
Page 164: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Double-click the “Installer” icon. • The OLYMPUS Master installer starts up. • Follow the on-screen instructions. • When the OLYMPUS Master licensing agreement is displayed, read the agreement and click “Continue” and then “Agree” to proceed with the installation. • The screen confirming that installation is completed is displayed.
Page 165: Starting Up Olympus Master
• The main menu is displayed. • When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the “Registration” dialog box is displayed before the main menu. Follow the prompts and fill in the registration form.
Page 166 Downloads images from the camera or other media. “Browse Images” button Displays the browse window. “Print Images” button Displays the print menu. “Create and Share” button Displays the editing menu. “Backup Images” button Creates backup images. “Upgrade” button Displays window for optional upgrade to OLYMPUS Master Plus.
Page 167: Displaying Camera Images On A Computer
Displaying camera images on a computer (To exit OLYMPUS Master Click the “Exit” on the main menu. • OLYMPUS Master is exited. Displaying camera images on a computer Downloading and saving images You can save camera images on your computer.
Page 168: Windows 98Se
Displaying camera images on a computer Note • The card access lamp blinks while downloading images. Do not do any of the following while the lamp is blinking. • Open the card cover. • Remove the battery. • Connect or disconnect the AC adapter. (To disconnect the camera You can disconnect the camera after downloading the images to your computer.
Page 169: Viewing Still Pictures And Movies
Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon again and disconnect the cable. Viewing still pictures and movies Click “Browse Images” on the OLYMPUS Master main menu. • The “Browse Images” window is displayed. Double-click the still picture thumbnail that you want to view.
Page 170: Printing Pictures
Displays the volume adjustment slider. Printing pictures Pictures can be printed from the photo, index, postcard and calendar menus. The explanation below uses the photo menu. Click “Print Images” on the OLYMPUS Master main menu. • The print menu is displayed.
Page 171 Printing pictures Click “Photo” • The “Photo Print” window is displayed. Click “Settings” in the “Photo Print” window. • The printer settings screen is displayed. Make the necessary printer settings. Select a layout and size. • To print the date and time with your image, check the box next to “Print Date”, and select between “Date”...
Page 172: To Download And Save Images To A Computer Without Using Olympus Master
To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master Click “Print”. • Printing starts. • To return to the main menu, click “Menu” in the “Photo Print” window. To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master This camera is compatible with USB mass storage.
Page 173: Appendix
10 Appendix Appendix This chapter contains useful information from OLYMPUS. Here you will find what to do when you are stuck or don’t understand the meaning of the terms used in this manual. Refer to this section for basic troubleshooting, camera care and a full glossary to understanding the terms used in this manual.
Page 174: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Error codes Monitor Control panel Possible cause Corrective action indication The card is not Insert a card, or remove the inserted, or it card and insert it again cannot be correctly. recognized. If the problem persists, NO CARD format the card. If the card cannot be formatted, use a new card.
Page 175 Troubleshooting Monitor Control panel Possible cause Corrective action indication When the camera Set the date and time. is used for the first time or the battery has been removed No indication Y/M/D for a long time, the date and time are on the factory default setting.
Page 176: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Preparatory operations Ref. Possible cause Corrective action page The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. Turn the power switch to ON, and turn on the – camera. The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. –...
Page 177 Troubleshooting Ref. Possible cause Corrective action page The monitor does not turn on. Press f several times, and turn on the [MONITOR] is set to P. 30 [OFF]. monitor. The viewfinder or monitor is hard to see. The diopter is not Adjust the diopter so that the AF target mark P.
Page 178 Troubleshooting Ref. Possible cause Corrective action page The monitor goes off. The camera is in the Operate the camera (press the shutter button – sleep mode. or zoom lever). The power is turned off If [ALL RESET] in [MODE MENU] is set to P.
Page 179 Troubleshooting (Playback of recorded images Ref. Possible cause Corrective action page The picture is out of focus. A subject unsuited to AF Use manual focus or focus lock to focus on P. 67, was taken. the subject and then shoot. The camera moved Hold the camera correctly and press the P.
Page 180 Troubleshooting Ref. Possible cause Corrective action page The picture is too dark. The flash was blocked Hold the camera correctly, keeping your P. 28 by your finger. fingers away from the flash. The subject was out of Shoot within the flash working range. P.
Page 181 Possible cause Corrective action page Halation produces unnatural colors in the picture. This may be caused by Use an Olympus UV filter. As this may upset – excessively bright the overall color balance, it should only be ultraviolet light on the used in the conditions described on the left.
Page 182 – support PictBridge. contact the manufacturer. The camera is not recognized by the computer. The USB driver has not Install OLYMPUS Master. P. 161 been installed. Set the mode dial to q, then turn the power The camera has not P.
Page 183: Camera Care
Camera care (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. 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 wrung well.
Page 184: Accessories (Optional)
AC adapter (optional) An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer. The optional Olympus AC adapter (C-8AC) allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. AC wall outlet...
Page 185: Power Battery Holder
Accessories (optional) Power battery holder The optional power battery holder (B-HLD20) holds 2 lithium ion batteries allowing you to shoot for extended periods. Be sure to remove the battery compartment cover by pushing it in the direction of the arrow when attaching the power battery holder to the camera.
Page 186: Using Commercially Available External Flashes
(7) If a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that has additional communications functions other than an Olympus FL series flash is used, it may not only fail to function normally, but may also cause damage to the...
Page 187: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, serious injury or death may result. DANGER If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result. WARNING If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or the...
Page 188 Take the camera outdoors, away from flammable objects, and carefully remove the battery. Never remove the battery with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ( Do not use the camera with wet hands.
Page 189: Battery Handling Precautions
Safety Precautions ( Use only the AC adapter specified by Olympus. • Never use any AC adapter except one specified by Olympus. Using a different AC adapter may damage the camera or power source, or result in accidents or fire. Ensure the adapter used is designed for your region or country.
Page 190 • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. • Olympus lithium ion batteries are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras. To find out whether your camera can be used with these batteries, read your camera’s manual.
Page 191: Card Handling Precautions
• The card has a limited product life. Eventually, writing or erasing data from the card no longer becomes possible. • Olympus is not responsible for any damage to data saved in other media or loss of data stored on the card.
Page 192: Lcd Monitor
Safety Precautions LCD Monitor • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a display mode failure or damage to the monitor. • A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction.
Page 193: Glossary Of Terms
Glossary of terms 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 best exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera 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...
Page 194: Image Size
Glossary of terms Dual Auto Focus An auto focus system that uses two different focus detection systems in combination. This camera uses the CCD’s contrast detection system in combination with specified the sensor’s phase difference detection system, nullifying the shortcomings of each system. Eclipsing (Vignetting) This refers to when an object obscures part of the field of view so that the whole subject is not photographed.
Page 195: Slave Flash
Glossary of terms NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) / PAL (Phase Alternating Line) Television formats. NTSC is mainly used in Japan, North America and Korea. PAL is mainly used in Europe and China. P (Program) Mode Also called Program AE mode. The camera automatically sets the best shutter speed and aperture for the shot.
Page 196: Miscellaneous
11 Miscellaneous Miscellaneous This chapter contains all the camera functions described in Chapters 1 to 9. Refer here for the names of the camera parts and buttons, the names and meanings of the icons that are displayed on the monitor, and the lists of the top menus and mode menus.
Page 197: Menu List
Menu list Shooting mode menus (P, A, S, M, r, f) Ref. Top menu Function Sub menu Setting page o, i, j, MODE MENU CAMERA DRIVE P. 89 k, 7 AUTO, 80, 100, P. 72 200, 400 AUTO, !, #, FLASH MODE FLASH MODE P.
Page 198 Menu list Shooting mode menus (P, A, S, M, r, f) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page PICTURE K MODE MENU OFF, SHQ, HQ, P. 37 SQ1, SQ2 TIFF 3072 × 2304, P. 37 2592 × 1944, 2288 × 1712, 2048 ×...
Page 199 Menu list Shooting mode menus (P, A, S, M, r, f) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page MODE MENU SETUP SOUND BEEP OFF, 1, 2 P. 126 SHUTTER SOUND OFF, 1, 2 P. 127 OFF, LOW, HIGH P. 128 VOLUME 0 –...
Page 200 Menu list Shooting mode menus (n) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page MODE MENU CAMERA ISO AUTO, 80, 100, P. 72 200, 400 AF, &, % AF/&/MF FOCUS MODE P. 46, iESP, n AF MODE P. 63 FULLTIME AF OFF, ON P.
Page 201 Menu list Shooting mode menus (n) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page MODE MENU SETUP PW ON/OFF SETUP PW ON SETUP SCREEN, SOUND P. 129 PW OFF SETUP SCREEN, SOUND P. 129 P. 130 VIDEO OUT NTSC, PAL P.
Page 202 Menu list Playback mode menus for still pictures (q) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page MODE MENU EDIT COPY ALL, SELECT P. 114 REDEYE FIX START P. 108 CARD ALL ERASE YES, NO P. 116 FORMAT YES, NO P.
Page 203 Menu list Playback mode menus for movies (q) Ref. Top menu Item Sub menu Setting page MODE MENU EDIT INDEX OK, RESET, P. 110 CANCEL EDIT OK, RESET, P. 111 CANCEL CARD ALL ERASE YES, NO P. 116 FORMAT YES, NO P.
Page 204: List Of Factory Default Settings
List of factory default settings The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. Shooting mode FNo. F2.8 Program shift Reset SHUTTER 1/1000 Optical zoom Wide MONITOR Card A, S, M, P, f : AUTO FLASH MODE AF/&/MF ESP/5 [ (MULTI METERING)
Page 205 List of factory default settings R (still pictures) FRAME ASSIST R (movies) A, S, M, P, f : HQ (3072 × 2304) : HQ (640 × 480) JPEG DUPLICATE SETTING TIFF 3072 × 2304 3072 × 2304 3072 × 2304 1600 ×...
Page 206: Playback Mode
List of factory default settings Playback mode 0° < Card VOLUME Others ALL RESET ENGLISH PW ON SETUP SCREEN: OFF, SOUND: OFF PW OFF SETUP SCREEN: OFF, SOUND: OFF NORMAL Y-M-D 2004.01.01 00:00 VIDEO OUT NTSC or PAL HIGH BEEP 1 –...
Page 207: Modes And Shooting Functions
Modes and shooting functions In r mode, available functions vary depending on the modes set in the [MY MODE SETUP] menu. Mode Function Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE — FULLTIME AF AF target — AF ILLUMINATOR — — AUTO — —...
Page 208 Modes and shooting functions Mode Function PANORAMA — — BLACK & WHITE SEPIA — — ACCESSORY — Histogram target — R (still pictures) — R (movies) — — — > CUSTOM WB SETTING — SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SCENE MODES NOISE REDUCTION —...
Page 209 Modes and shooting functions Mode Function SHUTTER SOUND — BEEP MY MODE SETUP — FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING m/ft — VIDEO OUT SHORT CUT — CUSTOM BUTTON — DUAL CONTROL PANEL DIAL — : Available — : Not available Cannot be selected in i, k, Q, and R modes Cannot be selected in R mode.
Page 210: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Camera Self-timer/Remote control lamp P. 91, 94 Flash g P. 47 AF illuminator g P. 66 Remote control receiver g P. 94 Viewfinder window Strap eyelet Microphone P. 96, 97 AF sensor Lens The exclusive filter (optional) can be attached.
Page 211 Names of parts Flash mode button (#) g P. 17, 18, 47, 51, 52 Exposure compensation button (F) g P. 17, 18, 51, 73 Monitor g P. 20, 22, 29, 130, 215 Viewfinder g P. 29 Orange lamp g P. 50 AF target mark g P.
Page 212 Names of parts AF/Macro/MF button (AF/&/MF) P. 18, 46, 63, 64, 67 Hot shoe g P. 52 Control panel g P. 213 Shutter button g P. 31 Zoom lever (T/W•G U) P. 44, 99, 100 Custom button (z) P. 19, 136 Print reservation button (<) g P.
Page 213: Control Panel/Dual Control Panel Indications
Names of parts Control panel/dual control panel indications 1/1000 F2.8 FOCUS FOCUS SLOW 1 + 2 . 0 8888 DRIVE DRIVE 3072 2304 Item Indications Ref. page 1 Battery check – P, A, S, M, s, N, I, J, K, L, R, 2 Shooting mode P.
Page 214 Names of parts Item Indications Ref. page 16 Sound record P. 96, 17 Record mode RAW, TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ P. 33 Image size 3072 × 2304, 2592 × 1944, 1024 × 768, P. 35 640 × 480, etc. 18 Number of storable still 30, 36"...
Page 215: Monitor Indications
Names of parts Monitor indications The amount of information displayed on the screen can be changed by pressing f. The screen with shooting information is shown below. g“Direct buttons” (P. 16) (Shooting mode 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 +2.0 1/1000 1/1000 F2.8 F2.8 +2.0...
Page 216 Names of parts Item Indications Ref. page w -2.0 – +2.0 11 Flash intensity control P. 51 o, i, j, k, 7 12 Drive (Still picture) P. 89 Camera movement P. 88 compensation (movie) 13 Self-timer P. 91 Remote control P.
Page 217 Names of parts (Playback mode 100-0030 0030 SIZE SIZE : : 3072 3072 2304 2304 SIZE SIZE : : 640 480 F2.8 1/100 1/100 +2.0 +2.0 ISO400 ’05 05. . 02 02.16 15 16 15:30 ’05 05. . 02 02.16 15 16 15:30 0”/20 /20”...
Page 218: Index
Index For reference page numbers relating to camera parts, see “Names of parts”. 1st curtain ....48, 51 CCD ........132, 193 1st curtain with red-eye reduction Center-weighted metering ..69 ....... 49, 51 Close-up playback ....99 2nd curtain ....
Page 219 NTSC ........113, 195 Index display ....100, 101 Number of storable still pictures ..35 ISO.......... 72, 194 OLYMPUS Master ....160, 165 JPEG......... 35, 38, 194 One-touch white balance .. 75, 76 Optical zoom ........44 ORACLE AF .....
Page 220 Index Picture rotation ....21, 102 Selecting a language ..122 PIXEL MAPPING ......132 Selecting the flash ......52 Pixels ........34, 195 Self-timer ......19, 91 Playback mode ....13, 99 Self-timer/remote control ..19 Playback on a TV......112 SEPIA ........
Page 221 Index USB cable ..... 142, 164, 172 USB driver......161, 172 VIDEO OUT ........113 VOLUME........128 White balance compensation ............ 78 White balance ......74 xD-Picture Card ...... 38, 191 Zoom..........44...
Page 222 Our phone customer support is available from 8 am to 10 pm (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: distec@olympus.com Olympus software updates can be obtained at: http://www.olympus.com/digital Premises: Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany Tel: +49 40-23 77 3-0 / Fax: +49 40-23 07 61...

Olympus CAMEDIA C-7070 Wide Zoom Advanced Manual

1 Basic Operation

2 Tips before You Start Taking Pictures

3 Basic Shooting Functions

4 Advanced Shooting Functions

5 Additional Functions

6 Playback

7 Settings

8 Printing Pictures

9 Connecting the Camera to a Computer

10 Appendix

11 Miscellaneous

Quick Links

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