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Olympus EVOLT E-510 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
MANUAL
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking
important photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the
development stages and may differ from the actual product.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are
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
Mastering the E-510
Improving your shooting skills k Shooting
guides
Shooting functions
Playback functions
Customizing the settings/functions of your
camera
Printing
Using the OLYMPUS Master software
Getting to know your camera better
Information
Interchangeable lenses
Others

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

  • Page 2: Structure Of This Manual

    Structure of this manual Basic camera operation Basic guide This section explains the preparations and settings for the camera, and basic camera operation from easy techniques for shooting to playback and erase functions. Attaching the strap ........... 3 Adjusting the viewfinder’s diopter .....7 Preparing the battery........

  • Page 3: Basic Guide

    Basic guide Attaching the strap Thread the strap as indicated by the arrows (1, 2). Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is fastened securely (3). Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way. Preparing the battery Charging the battery Charging indicator...

  • Page 4: Loading The Battery

    Loading the battery Direction indicating mark Battery compartment lock Battery compartment cover Close the battery compartment cover and slide the battery compartment lock in the direction of E Unloading the battery Press the battery lock to unlock and remove the battery. Battery lock •...
  • Page 5 Attaching a lens to the camera Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens Rear cap Body cap Attaching a lens to the camera Lens attachment mark (Red) • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera Alignment mark (Red) with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body (1).

  • Page 6: Loading The Card

    Loading the card Open the card cover and insert the card. CompactFlash/Microdrive xD-Picture Card Insert the card’s contact area into the slot as far as Insert the card until it is locked into place. it can go. Card cover mark Card access lamp CF card slot...
  • Page 7 Power on Set the camera’s power switch to ON. To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF. Set the mode dial to AUTO. SSWF indicator INFO button LCD monitor When the camera is turned on, the control panel screen is displayed 2007.08.16 on the monitor.
  • Page 8 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 CUSTOM RESET SETTING...
  • Page 9 Use ac to select the date format Y/M/D Press the i button EDIT FILENAME Press the MENU button to exit...

  • Page 10: Holding The Camera

    Shooting Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and the flash. Horizontal grip Vertical grip Place the AF frame on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder Adjust the focus Halfway down Press the shutter button gently (halfway). Shutter button AF confirmation mark Aperture value...

  • Page 11: Taking A Picture While Viewing The Monitor

    Taking a picture while viewing the monitor It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject’s composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor. g “Live view” (P. 23) Press the u (live view) button •...

  • Page 12: Playing Back Images

    Playback/Erasing Playing back images Pressing the q (playback) button displays the last picture taken. Displays the frame q button that is stored 10 frames back Displays the Displays the previous frame next frame Arrow pad Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames ahead Close-up playback Each time you rotate the control dial towards U, the image is enlarged in steps of 2×...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Mastering the E-510 ................18 Describes the camera’s functions and how to operate them. How to use the mode dial ......................18 Easy shooting modes...................18 Advanced shooting modes...................18 How to set the functions ......................19 How to make function settings ................19 Setting functions using the control panel screen..........19 Setting functions using direct buttons ..............20 Setting on the menu .....................21...
  • Page 14 Flash bracketing....................43 External electronic flashes (optional) ..............43 Using the external electronic flash ............... 43 Super FP flash ..................... 44 Using commercially available flashes ..............44 Non-specified commercial flashes ............... 45 Sequential shooting/Self-timer/Remote control ..............45 Setting the functions .................... 45 Sequential shooting .....................
  • Page 15 Copying images........................71 Single-frame copy ....................71 Copying selected frames..................71 Copying all the frames ..................71 Protecting images k Preventing accidental erasure ............72 Single-frame protect.....................72 Protecting selected frames...................72 Canceling all protections ..................72 Erasing images........................73 Single-frame erase....................73 Erasing selected frames..................74 All-frame erase.....................74 Customizing the settings/functions of your camera .........75 Describes the other different types of functions.
  • Page 16 Viewing still images ....................... 95 To increase the number of languages ................... 95 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master ......96 Getting to know your camera better ............97 Reference for help or when you wish to know more about the camera.
  • Page 17 List of record modes ......................114 Names of parts ........................115 Camera ......................115 Viewfinder indications ..................117 Control panel screen ..................118 LCD monitor indications (during live view) ............120 LCD monitor indications (during playback) ............121 Glossary ..........................122 Specifications ........................125 10 Interchangeable lenses .................128 Describes how to handle interchangeable lenses. Lens.............................128 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens ................128 11 Others ....................130...

  • Page 18: Mastering The E-510

    1 Mastering the E-510 How to use the mode dial The mode dial allows you to change the camera settings easily according to the subject. Easy shooting modes • Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions automatically.

  • Page 19: How To Set The Functions

    How to set the functions How to make function settings There are three basic ways to make function settings with this camera. • Setting while looking at the control panel screen (See below) • Setting using direct buttons (gP. 20) •...

  • Page 20: Setting Functions Using Direct Buttons

    Functions on the control panel screen The functions that can be set on the basic display and detailed display vary. 2007.08.16 2007.08.16 3,6,7,8 Basic Detailed Items Basic Detailed Ref. page P. 56 P. 58 White balance compensation P. 59 Metering mode P.

  • Page 21: Setting On The Menu

    Turn the control dial to change the setting. • Press the i button to confirm your setting. Or if you do not operate the control dial within a few seconds, your setting will be confirmed and the previous screen will be restored. g “Button timer”...

  • Page 22: Descriptions In This Manual

    Use p to set a function. CUSTOM RESET SETTING NOISE FILTER STANDARD NOISE REDUCT. The current setting is displayed Function Moves to the functions under the Select a function and go to the tab you have selected. setting screen. Types of tabs Sets shooting functions.

  • Page 23: Live View

    Live view It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder. You can view the exposure or white balance effect and the subject’s composition while you take the picture. Press the u button. Control dial • The subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. AEL/AFL button INFO button u button...

  • Page 24: Enlarged Display Operation

    Enlarged display operation It is possible to enlarge the subject 7 or 10 times for display. Enlarging the image during MF makes focus confirmation and adjustment easier. Use p to move the frame and press the i button. • Area inside the frame is enlarged and displayed. •...

  • Page 25: Improving Your Shooting Skills K Shooting Guides

    2 Improving your shooting skills k Shooting guides 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 26: Color: White Balance

    Color: 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 27: Taking Flower Pictures

    Using white balance The color of water in pictures appears different depending on whether it is a lake reflecting nearby trees or a seashore surrounded by a coral reef. To capture the subtle difference in color, try changing the white balance setting. Change the setting for different situations, such as by using [55300K] for sunny days and [27500K] for outdoor shaded areas on sunny days.
  • Page 28 Using exposure compensation When shooting flowers against a background, select as simple a background as possible to bring out the shape and color of the flower. When shooting bright and whitish flowers, adjust the exposure compensation to – (minus) so that the flower stands out from the darker background.

  • Page 29: Taking Night Scene Pictures

    Taking night scene pictures There are different types of night scenes, from the afterglow of a sunset and city lights at night to special light displays and firework displays. Using a tripod Because a slow shutter speed is needed to capture night scenes, a tripod is required to prevent camera shake.

  • Page 30: Shooting Functions

    3 Shooting functions Scene mode When you select a mode to suit the shooting situation, the camera optimizes the settings for the shooting conditions. Unlike the mode dial’s scene mode, most functions cannot be changed. Set the mode dial to g. PORTRAIT •...

  • Page 31: P: Program Shooting

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

  • Page 32: A: Aperture Priority Shooting

    A: 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 33: S: Shutter Priority Shooting

    S: 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 speed shutter 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 34: M: Manual Shooting

    M: 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 35: Preview Function

    Noise in images During shooting at slow shutter speeds, noise may appear on-screen. These phenomena are caused when current is generated in those sections of the image pickup device that are not normally exposed to light, resulting in a rise in temperature in the image pickup device or image pickup device drive circuit.

  • Page 36: Shooting With The Image Stabilizer Function

    • A red q 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 37: If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained (Focus Lock)

    If correct focus cannot be obtained (Focus lock) The camera’s auto focus may not be able to focus on the subject in situations such as when the subject is not in the center of the frame. If this happens, the easiest solution is to use focus lock.
  • Page 38 e.g.) When BKT is set to [3F 1.0EV] -1.0EV ±0 +1.0EV Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0 The exposure compensation value will change if the EV step is changed. The EV step can be changed using the menu. Exposure compensation value can be adjusted within a range of ±1.0.

  • Page 39: Flash Shooting

    Flash shooting Flash mode 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 40: Manual Flash

    When the shutter speed is set to 2 sec. 2 seconds 2nd curtain 1st curtain seconds 1st curtain flash fires 2nd curtain flash fires Shutter fully opens Shutter closes Slow synchronization (1st curtain)/Red-eye reduction flash !SLOW While using slow synchronization with flash shooting, you can also use this function to achieve red-eye reduction.

  • Page 41: Setting The Flash Mode

    ISO sensitivity ISO value 1600 ISO sensitivity Flash modes available in different exposure modes Exposure Control panel Conditions Conditions to fire the Shutter speed Flash mode mode screen display to timing flash restrictions AUTO Auto flash Fires automatically in 1/30 sec. - dark/backlit Auto flash 1/180 sec.

  • Page 42: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the built-in flash If you shoot a subject using a lens that is wider than 14 mm (equivalent to 28 mm on a 35 mm film camera), the light emitted by the flash may produce a vignette effect. Whether or not vignetting occurs also depends on lens type and shooting conditions (such as distance to the subject).

  • Page 43: Flash Bracketing

    Flash bracketing The camera shoots multiple frames, changing the amount of light emitted by the flash for each shot. MENU [X] [FL BKT] [OFF]/[3F 0.3EV]/[3F 0.7EV]/[3F 1.0EV] • You can change the EV step interval in the custom menu. g “EV step” (P. 78) •...

  • Page 44: Super Fp Flash

    Turn on the flash. • When the charge lamp on the flash lights up, charging is complete. • The flash will be synchronized with the camera at a speed of 1/180 sec. or less. Select a flash mode. Select the flash control mode. •...

  • Page 45: Non-Specified Commercial Flashes

    Non-specified commercial flashes 1) Exposures when using a flash require that adjustments be made on the flash. If a flash is used in the auto mode, match it with the f-number and ISO sensitivity settings on the camera. 2) Even if the flash auto f-number and ISO sensitivity are set the same as on the camera, the correct exposure may not be obtained depending on the shooting conditions.

  • Page 46: Using The Self-Timer

    x Notes • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card. The camera may not save all of the pictures depending on how much battery power remains. Using the self-timer This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer.
  • Page 47 Transmitted signal effective area Point the remote control at the remote control receiver of the camera within the effective area as shown below. When powerful lighting such as direct sunlight is shining on the remote control receiver, or when fluorescent light or devices emitting electrical or radio waves are nearby, it could narrow the effective area.

  • Page 48: Panorama Shooting

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

  • Page 49: Af Frame Selection

    AF frame selection Normally, the camera measures the distance to the subject using the 3 AF frames in the viewfinder and selects the most appropriate point. This function allows you to select only one AF frame. [AUTO] or P ([AUTO]) Viewfinder Focuses using the 3 AF frames.
  • Page 50 Press the shutter button halfway and keep it in this position. • When the subject is in focus and locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up. • The AF frame does not light up, even when the subject is in focus. •...

  • Page 51: 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 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 52: Selecting The Record Mode

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

  • Page 53: How To Select The Record Mode

    How to select the record mode Control panel screen i p: D i Menu MENU [W] [D] [HQ]/[SQ]/[RAW+SHQ]/[RAW+HQ]/ [RAW+SQ]/[RAW]/[SHQ] Setting the number of pixels and compression rate You can change the number of pixels and compression rate of [HQ] and [SQ]. This setting is reflected in the [D] setting.

  • Page 54: Metering Mode K Changing The Metering System

    Metering mode k Changing the metering system There are 5 ways to measure the subject brightness: Digital ESP metering, Center weighted averaging metering, and three types of spot metering. Select the most suitable mode for the shooting conditions. Control dial Direct button d Control dial Control panel screen...

  • Page 55: Exposure Compensation K Varying The Image Brightness

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

  • Page 56: Ae Lock K Locking The Exposure

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

  • Page 57: White Balance K Adjusting The Color Tone

    Menu MENU [W] [ISO] • You can check the settings in the viewfinder while using 1600 the ISO button to make the settings. : Auto : 100 - 1600 Viewfinder White balance k Adjusting the color tone Color reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight or tungsten lighting is reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each.

  • Page 58: Setting The Auto/Preset/Custom White Balance

    Color temperature The spectral balance of different white light sources is rated numerically by color temperature — concept of physics, expressed using the Kelvin (K) temperature scale. The higher the color temperature, the richer the light in bluish tones and the poorer in reddish;...

  • Page 59: Wb Compensation

    WB mode Light conditions Used for most light conditions (when there is a white portion framed in the AUTO viewfinder). Use this mode for general use. For shooting outdoors on a clear day, or to capture the reds in a sunset or the 5 5300K colors in a fireworks display 2 7500K...

  • Page 60: Setting The One-Touch White Balance

    TIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: After performing Step 3, point the camera at the subject to take test shots. When the AEL/AFL button is pressed, sample images that have been taken with the current WB settings are displayed.

  • Page 61: Picture Mode

    TIPS To apply WB bracketing to the white balance you have adjusted: Adjust white balance manually, then use the WB bracketing feature. WB bracketing is applied to the white balance you have adjusted. x Notes • During WB bracketing, the camera cannot shoot in sequence if there is not enough memory in the camera and card for storing more than the selected number of frames.

  • Page 62: Gradation

    Gradation In addition to the [NORMAL] gradation setting, you can select from 2 other gradation settings. HIGH KEY (H) : Extended bright gradations. LOW KEY (L) : Extended dark gradations. NORMAL : Use [NORMAL] mode for general uses. HIGH KEY LOW KEY Suitable for a subject that is Suitable for a subject that is...

  • Page 63: Noise Filter

    MENU [W] [NOISE REDUCT.] [OFF]/[ON] • The noise-reduction process is activated after shooting. • The card access lamp blinks during the noise-reduction process. You cannot take more pictures until the card access lamp goes out. • [busy] is displayed on the viewfinder while noise reduction is operating. x Notes •...

  • Page 64: Playback Functions

    4 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. Press the q (playback) button (Single- Control dial frame playback). < button q button •...

  • Page 65: 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 MENU button Control dial image.

  • Page 66: 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 Control dial control dial toward G, the number of images shown changes from 4 to 9 to 16 to 25.

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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 69: 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 70 MENU [q] [EDIT] Confirm the data format from here. RAW or SHQ, HQ, SQ (=JPEG) Use bd to select images you want to view. Press the i button. • The camera recognizes the image data format. • When editing other images, use bd to select the image. •...

  • Page 71: Copying Images

    Copying images This function lets you copy images to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be selected if both cards are inserted. The selected card is the copying source. g [CF/xD] (P. 108) Single-frame copy Select the desired frame and press the COPY/ COPY/<...

  • Page 72: Protecting Images K Preventing Accidental Erasure

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

  • Page 73: Erasing Images

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

  • Page 74: Erasing Selected Frames

    Erasing selected frames This function lets you erase selected images at one time during single-frame playback or index display. Display the images you want to erase and press the i button. • The selected images will be shown with red frames. •...

  • Page 75: Customizing The Settings/Functions Of Your Camera

    5 Customizing the settings/functions of your camera Custom reset setting Normally, current camera settings (including any changes you have made) are retained when the power is turned off. However, this camera features [RESET] that restores the factory default settings and [RESET1] and [RESET2] that restores settings registered in advance. The camera settings at that time are registered in [RESET1] and [RESET2].

  • Page 76: Gradation

    Functions that can be registered Custom Custom My Mode My Mode Function reset setting Function reset setting registration registration registration registration PICTURE MODE RAW+JPEG ERASE ; FUNCTION GRADATION MY MODE SETUP FOCUS RING NOISE FILTER AF ILLUMINAT. NOISE REDUCT. RESET LENS LIVE VIEW BOOST RELEASE PRIORITY S METERING...

  • Page 77: Ael/Afl Mode

    AEL/AFL mode You can use the AEL/AFL button to perform AF or metering operations instead of using the shutter button. You can use the button in the following ways. • When you want to focus on a subject and then change the composition of the photo. •...

  • Page 78: Other Function Settings

    Other function settings AEL/AFL memo You can lock and maintain the exposure by pressing the AEL/AFL (AE lock) button. MENU [Y] [AEL/AFL MEMO] : Press the AEL/AFL button to lock and maintain the exposure. Press again to [ON] cancel the maintaining of the exposure. [OFF] : The exposure will be locked only while the AEL/AFL button is pressed.

  • Page 79: Auto Pop Up

    Auto pop up The built-in flash pops up automatically in low light or backlight conditions while in the AUTO or scene mode. This allows you to stop the built-in flash from popping up automatically. MENU [Y] [AUTO POP UP] [ON] : The built-in flash pops up automatically.

  • Page 80: My Mode Setting

    If you select [M]: M mode Set using the control dial while Setting Set using the control dial pressing the F button SHUTTER Shutter speed Aperture value (factory default setting) FNo. Aperture value Shutter speed My Mode setting This allows you to register 2 different combinations of camera settings. It is useful when you want to temporarily change the settings during memo shooting.

  • Page 81: Quick Erase

    Quick erase This lets you erase the picture you have just taken immediately using the S (erase) button. MENU [Y] [QUICK ERASE] When the S (erase) button is pressed, the confirmation screen appears, asking [OFF] you if you want to erase the picture. Pressing the S (erase) button erases the picture immediately.

  • Page 82: Rename File

    Rename file You can rename image files to make them easier to identify and organize. Select [sRGB] or [Adobe RGB]. g “Color space” (P. 63) MENU [Z] [EDIT FILENAME] Use ac to enter the first character. Press d to move to the next setting, then use ac to enter the second character.

  • Page 83: Backlight Timer

    MENU [Z] [W] Use ac to select the language you want to use. • 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 84: Button Timer

    TV video signal types in major countries and regions Check the video signal type before connecting the camera to your TV. NTSC North America, Japan, Taiwan, Korea European countries, China Button timer When functions are set with the direct buttons, this function allows you to set the duration from when you stop operating the buttons to when the menu disappears.

  • Page 85: Printing

    6 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. Insert the card that contains the recorded pictures into the camera. Pictures set with print reservation can be printed using the following methods.

  • Page 86: All-Frame Reservation

    Press the i button when you have finished. • The menu screen for single-frame reservation appears. Use i to select the date and time format. [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.

  • Page 87: 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 88: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

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

  • Page 89: 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 90 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) Prints the currently displayed picture. If there is a picture that [SINGLE PRINT] reservation has already been applied to, only that reserved picture will be printed.

  • Page 91: Using The Olympus Master Software

    Updating the camera firmware For information about OLYMPUS Master’s other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to “Help” in OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 92: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

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

  • Page 93: Start Up The Olympus Master Software

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

  • Page 94: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the camera from your computer Make sure that the card access lamp has Card access lamp 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 95: 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 96: 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 97: Getting To Know Your Camera Better

    8 Getting to know your camera better 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 98 Other things instead of the subject are focused on the respective AF frames • Set P (AF frame selection) to R and focus on the center of the image. g “AF frame selection” (P. 49) The subject is moving quickly •...
  • Page 99 Setting the image stabilizer function • This function reduces camera shake, enabling you to hold the camera and take pictures in low light situations with the flash off. g “Shooting with the image stabilizer function” (P. 36) Set g (Scene mode) to [q] (DIS MODE) •...

  • Page 100: 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. 107)
  • Page 101 Functions that cannot be selected from menus Some items may not be selectable from the menus when using the arrow pad. • Items that cannot be set with the current shooting mode • Items that cannot be set because of an item that has already been set: Combination of [j] and [NOISE REDUCT.], etc.

  • Page 102: Playback Tips

    To view recorded images in RAW Install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. You can use the RAW development function in OLYMPUS Master to develop the RAW image in the camera setting used during shooting, as well as change detailed settings of exposure compensation and white balance.

  • Page 103: When Error Messages Are Displayed

    When error messages are displayed Viewfinder Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action indications The card is not Insert a card or insert inserted, or it cannot a different card. Normal indication be recognized. NO CARD There is a problem Insert the card again. with the card.
  • Page 104 Viewfinder Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action indications The card cover is Close the card cover. open. CARD-COVER OPEN The battery is drained. Charge the battery. No indication BATTERY EMPTY The camera is not Disconnect the connected to the camera and connect it No indication computer or printer again correctly.

  • Page 105: 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 106: 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 107: Information

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

  • Page 108: Battery And Charger

    Menu MENU [Z] [CF/xD] Battery and charger Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery (BLM-1). Other batteries cannot be used. The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly.

  • Page 109: Menu Directory

    Menu directory Shooting Menu Ref. Function Setting page P. 74 CARD SETUP ALL ERASE/FORMAT P. 107 RESET CUSTOM RESET RESET1 SET/RESET P. 75 SETTING RESET2 SET/RESET hVIVID/iNATURAL PICTURE MODE /jMUTED/MONOTONE P. 61 GRADATION HIGH KEY/NORMAL /LOW KEY P. 62 RAW/SHQ/HQ /SQ/RAW+SHQ/RAW+HQ/RAW+SQ P.
  • Page 110 Playback menu Ref. Function Setting page /L/M/N/O P. 68 OFF/ON P. 68 RAW DATA EDIT EDIT P. 69 BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA/ JPEG EDIT REDEYE FIX/SATURATION/Q < </U P. 85 COPY ALL YES/NO P. 71 RESET PROTECT YES/NO P. 72 Factory default setting Custom menu Ref.
  • Page 111 Ref. Function Setting page RESET LENS OFF/ON P. 80 LIVE VIEW BOOST P. 79 RELEASE PRIORITY S P. 51 RELEASE PRIORITY C OFF/ON P. 51 OFF/ON P. 82 FRAME ASSIST /GOLDEN SECTION/GRID/SCALE P. 24 P. 84 nLOCK Factory default setting Setup menu Ref.

  • Page 112: Functions That Can Be Set By Shooting Mode

    Functions that can be set by shooting mode i l & Function Aperture value Shutter speed Bulb shooting Flash shooting AUTO (Cannot be selected in / mode) !SLOW #SLOW #SLOW2 (Cannot be selected in / mode) CUSTOM RESET SETTING PICTURE MODE GRADATION NOISE REDUCT.
  • Page 113 i l & Function #X-SYNC AUTO POP UP DIAL AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MEMO AELMetering QUICK ERASE RAW+JPEG ERASE ; FUNCTION MY MODE SETUP FOCUS RING RESET LENS RELEASE PRIORITY S RELEASE PRIORITY C FRAME ASSIST (Cannot be selected in s mode) nLOCK CF/xD FILE NAME...

  • Page 114: List Of Record Modes

    List of record modes The file size in the table is approximate. File size Record mode Number of pixels Compression File format (MB) Loss-less Approx. 11 compression 1/2.7 Approx. 6.8 3648 × 2736 Approx. 4.7 Approx. 2.2 1/12 Approx. 1.5 1/2.7 Approx.

  • Page 115: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Camera Eyecup gP. 46 Diopter adjustment dial gP. 7 Viewfinder gP. 117 AEL/AFL button gP. 56, 77 0 (Protect) button LCD monitor gP. 121 gP. 72 o (Image stabilizer) q (Playback) button button gP. 36 gP. 64 <...
  • Page 116 Mode dial Built-in flash gP. 18 gP. 42 Hot shoe gP. 43 Control dial gP. 19, 21 # (flash) button gP. 41 Power switch gP. 7 j/Y/< (Sequential shooting/ F (Exposure compensation) Self-timer/Remote control) button gP. 55 button gP. 45 COPY/<...

  • Page 117: Viewfinder Indications

    Viewfinder indications Items Indication examples Ref. page AF frame P. 37, 49 Aperture value P. 31 - 34 Shutter speed P. 31 - 34 AF confirmation mark P. 37 # (blinks: charging in progress, lights Flash P. 42 up: charging completed) U (when set to a setting other than White balance P.

  • Page 118: Control Panel Screen

    Control panel screen 1 24 19 2007.08.16 2007.08.16 Basic Detailed Items Indication examples Ref. page (ready for use), Battery check (charging required) Shutter speed 1/250 P. 31 - 34 Exposure compensation indicator P. 55 Exposure level indicator P. 34 Flash intensity level indicator P.
  • Page 119 Items Indication examples Ref. page Flash mode P. 41 # +2.0 Flash intensity control P. 42 e, 4, n Metering mode P. 54 AF mode S-AF P. 49 AF frame P. 49 Sequential shooting/Self-timer/ j, Y2s, <0s P. 45 Remote control 1, 5 White balance P.

  • Page 120: Lcd Monitor Indications (During Live View)

    LCD monitor indications (during live view) Items Indication examples Ref. page (ready for use), Battery check (charging required) P. 18, P, A, S, M, i, l, &, j, / Exposure mode P. 30 - 34 Shutter speed 1/250 P. 31 - 34 Aperture value F5.6 P.

  • Page 121: Lcd Monitor Indications (During Playback)

    LCD monitor indications (during playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO (information display) button. g “Information display” (P. 67) Single-frame playback information Shooting information Items Indication examples Ref. page (ready for use), Battery check (charging required) Card [CF], [xD] P.

  • Page 122: 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 123 Digital ESP (Electro-Selective Pattern) Light Metering This determines the exposure by splitting the image into 49 areas and metering and calculating the light levels in each area. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format.
  • Page 124 Pixels A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed images require millions of pixels. Refers to raw data, data which has not been enhanced with a camera option like white balance, sharpness, contrast, etc. This file format is for viewing and processing with our own software.

  • Page 125: Specifications

    Specifications Camera specifications Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens Image pickup device Product type : 4/3"...
  • Page 126 Exposure control Metering system : TTL full-aperture metering system (1) Digital ESP metering (2) Center weighted averaging metering (3) Spot metering (approx. 2% for the viewfinder screen) Metering range : EV 1 - 20 (Digital ESP metering, Center weighted average metering, Spot metering) (At normal temperature, 50 mm F2, ISO 100) : (1) AUTO : Fully automatic...
  • Page 127 Battery/charger specifications BLM-1 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. : PS-BLM1 Product type : Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage : DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity : 1500 mAh No. of charge and discharge times : Approx. 500 times (vary with usage conditions) Ambient temperature : 0m - 40m (32n - 104n) (charging) -10m - 60m (14n - 140n) (operation)

  • Page 128: 10 Interchangeable Lenses

    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 129: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Items 17.5-45 mm 14-42 mm 40-150 mm Mount FOUR THIRDS mount Focal distance 17.5 - 45 mm 14 - 42 mm 40 - 150 mm Max. aperture f3.5 - 5.6 f3.5 - 5.6 f4 - 5.6 Image angle 63o - 27o 75o - 29o 30o - 8.2o...

  • Page 130: 11 Others

    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 131: 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 132: Lcd Monitor

    • 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 133: 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 134: 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 135 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 136: Index

    Index Symbols CHILDREN w ............ 30 CLEANING MODE ..........106 w+F ..............42 Close-up playback U .......... 64 W (Language selection) .........83 COLOR SPACE ........... 63 o (Image stabilizer) ..........36 Color temperature ........58 8 BEEP sound ...........82 CompactFlash ..........6 < CUSTOM ............83 Compression rate ........53 Y Custom menu ..........110 Continuous AF (C-AF) .........
  • Page 137 SPORT C ............30 Number of pixels ......... 53 Spot metering n ..........54 Spot metering - highlight control nHI ....54 Spot metering - shadow control nSH ....54 OLYMPUS Master ..........91 SQ ............52 One-touch white balance V ....... 57 sRGB ..............63 STORAGE .............83 Strap ..............3...
  • Page 138 VIDEO OUT ............83 Viewfinder ............7 WB ...............58 WB BKT ...............60 WB Compensation ..........59 White balance bracketing ........60 White balance WB ..........57 xD-Picture Card ..........6 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens ....128...
  • Page 139 Memo...
  • Page 140 Printed in China VH964202...

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