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SP-610UZ

Instruction Manual

● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these
instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
● In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information
contained in this manual.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

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

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 58) Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions ... 44 Menus for Other Camera Settings ... 48 Printing ... 55 Usage Tips ... 61 Appendix ... 66 Four AA OLYMPUS Setup batteries CD-ROM Shooting and Playing Back Images Printing...
  • Page 3 Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Zoom lever (p. 21, 24) Shutter button (p. 20, 61) Movie record button (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 20, 22, 47) m button (p.
  • Page 4 Operation guide The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to be used by pressing, not turning, the wheel controller sections shown on the right. Time 2011 02 26 00 00 Y / M / D Y / M / D Single Print Cancel...
  • Page 5 Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the s mode (p. 28). Function menu Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu.
  • Page 6 Setup menu Setup menu Press the m button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.

  • Page 7: Menu Index

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

  • Page 9: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts Camera unit Self-timer lamp/ AF illuminator ...p. 35, 41 Flash ...p. 34 Lens ...p. 66 Tripod socket Battery/card compartment lock ...p. 13, 18 Battery/card compartment cover ...p. 13, 18 Card slot ...p. 18 Speaker...
  • Page 10 10 EN Monitor ...p. 11, 19, 51, 61 Strap eyelet ...p. 13 Movie record button ...p. 20 q button (switching between shooting and playback) ...p. 20, 22, 49 A button (OK)...p. 4 Wheel controller ...p. 4 INFO button (changing information display) ...p.
  • Page 11 Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 DATE 14 13 12 1/100 1/100 F3.3 F3.3 Battery check ...p. 12, 62 Shooting mode ...p. 19, 28 Flash ...p. 34 Flash standby/fl ash charge ...p. 61 Macro/super macro ...p.
  • Page 12 Playback mode display Playback mode display ● Standard display 10 10 4/30 4/30 ’11/02/26 00:00 ’11/02/26 00:00 Still image ● Advanced display 10 10 4/30 4/30 1/1000 F3.3 AUTO 100 0004 FILE ’11/02/26 00:00 12 EN 00:12/00:34 00:12/00:34 Movie 1/1000 F3.3 AUTO 100 0004 FILE...

  • Page 13: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap and lens ● Attach the strap to the other eyelet in the same manner. Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Inserting the battery Battery/card compartment lock ●...
  • Page 14 Windows XP ● A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7 ● An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. Battery Empty Error message If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer”...
  • Page 15 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2 and ib computer software. ● Check the system requirements before beginning installation. Multi-connector ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” or “OLYMPUS ib” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. OLYMPUS Viewer 2 Operating System Processor...
  • Page 16 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2. ● Check the system requirements before beginning installation. ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. You can make user registration via “Registration” in OLYMPUS Viewer 2 “Help”. 16 EN...
  • Page 17 Press the n button to turn on the camera. ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set. ---- ---- -- -- Cancel MENU Date and time setting screen Use FG to select the year for [Y]. 2011 2011 -- --...
  • Page 18 Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or Eye-Fi card (commercially available) Always use SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards or Eye- Fi cards with this camera. Do not insert other types of card. “Using an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or Eye-Fi card (commercially available)” (p. 67) The camera can shoot and store images using its internal memory, without using an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card or Eye-Fi card.

  • Page 19: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

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

  • Page 20: Shooting Movies

    Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. ● When the camera focuses on the subject, the exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture value are displayed), and the AF target mark changes to green. ● The camera was unable to focus if the AF target mark fl...

  • Page 21: Using The Zoom

    Using the zoom Turning the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. W side T side Zoom bar AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 00:34 00:34 Optical zoom: 22× Digital zoom: 4× To take larger images [Digital Zoom] To take larger images [Digital Zoom] The type and amount of zoom can be identifi...

  • Page 22: Viewing Images

    Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 11) Normal AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 Detailed AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 Reading a histogram Reading a histogram If the peak fi...
  • Page 23 To play sound recordings To play sound recordings To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. A ! icon appears on images with which sound has been recorded. During audio playback To adjust the volume, turn the wheel controller or use To play back movies To play back movies Select a movie, and press the A button.
  • Page 24 To operate with HI To operate with Press I or H to advance or rewind one frame at a time. Hold I or H pressed for continuous advance or rewind. To stop movie playback To stop movie playback Press the m button. Erasing images during playback (Single image erase) Display the image you want to erase and...
  • Page 25 To select an image in index view To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image in single-image view. To scroll an image in close-up view To scroll an image in close-up view Use FGHI to move the viewing area.
  • Page 26 Playback direction: Press the A button to pause playback. Then press FGHI to scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the A button. Restart scrolling: Press the A button. Stop playback: Press the m button. Playing back W images 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on 3D-compatible devices connected to this camera using an...
  • Page 27 Submenu 2 Application Search by Functions or operating methods can purpose be searched. Search for a A solution can be searched when solution having problems during operation. Search by Search from shooting/playback situation scene. Information is shown about Learn about the recommended functions and basic camera operating methods for the camera.

  • Page 28: Using Shooting Modes

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

  • Page 29: Shooting With Special Effects

    In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. For this reason, some settings cannot be changed in some modes. Option B Portrait/V Beauty/F Landscape/ / M Night+Portrait/ G Night Scene C Sport/N Indoor/W Candle/ R Self Portrait/ S Sunset / V Cuisine/ X Fireworks...
  • Page 30 Shooting mode [ Pop Art \ Pin Hole ] Fish Eye @ Drawing Magic Filter ; Soft Focus : Punk X Sparkle Y Watercolor Two images are saved, an unmodifi ed image and an image to which the effect has been applied. In P mode, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for each scene effect.
  • Page 31 3 Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and stop the camera where the pointer and target mark overlap. ● The camera releases the shutter automatically. Cancel MENU To combine only two pictures, press the A button before taking a third frame. 4 Repeat Step 3 to take a third frame.
  • Page 32 Taking pictures with [PC] Taking pictures with [PC] 1 Use FGHI to select the direction that the frames are combined. 2 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame, and then compose the second shot. Before fi rst shot After fi...
  • Page 33 Taking pictures with [Auto] Taking pictures with [Auto] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the fi rst frame. 2 Overlap the subject with the image that is faintly displayed in the monitor. ● The picture is taken automatically. Taking pictures with [Manual] Taking pictures with [Manual] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the fi...

  • Page 34: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using Shooting Functions “Using the Menu” (p. 5) Using the fl ash The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. Lift up the fl ash unit manually. The fl ash settings cannot be adjusted with the fl ash closed.
  • Page 35 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Option Description Macro mode is deactivated. This enables shooting as close as Macro 15 cm/5.9 in. (180 cm/70.8 in. the subject. This enables shooting as close as Super Macro 1 cm/0.4 in.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for M) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot. Select the exposure compensation option in the function menu. Exposure Comp.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Selecting the ISO sensitivity Select the ISO setting option in the function menu. Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Option Description The camera automatically adjusts ISO Auto the sensitivity according to the shooting scene.

  • Page 38: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] I (Shooting menu 1) Reset Submenu 2 Restores the following menu functions to the default settings.
  • Page 39 Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression] Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression] I (Shooting menu 1) Image Size/Compression Submenu 1 Submenu 2 14M (4288×3216) 8M (3264×2448) 5M (2560×1920) 3M (2048×1536) 2M (1600×1200) Image Size 1M (1280×960) VGA (640×480) 16:9G (4288×2416)
  • Page 40 Brightening the subject against Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust] backlight [Shadow Adjust] I (Shooting menu 1) Shadow Adjust Submenu 2 Application Automatically On when a compatible Auto shooting mode is selected. The effect is not applied. Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker.
  • Page 41 Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Shooting at higher magnifi cations than optical zoom [Digital Zoom] optical zoom [Digital Zoom] I (Shooting menu 1) Digital Zoom Submenu 2 Application Disable digital zoom. Enable digital zoom. [Digital Zoom] is not available when [a Super Macro] (p.
  • Page 42 Viewing the image immediately after Viewing the image immediately after shooting [Rec View] shooting [Rec View] J (Shooting menu 2) Rec View Submenu 2 Application The image being recorded is not displayed. This allows the user to prepare for the next shot while following the subject in the monitor after shooting.
  • Page 43 Recording sound when shooting Recording sound when shooting movies [R R ] ] movies [ A (Movie menu) Submenu 2 Application No sound is recorded. Sound is recorded. When set to [On], only the digital zoom can be used during movie recording. To record the movie with the optical zoom, set [R] (movie sound recording) to [Off].

  • Page 44: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

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

  • Page 48: Menus For Other Camera Settings

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

  • Page 49: Q Power On

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

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Adjusting the CCD and the image Adjusting the CCD and the image processing function [Pixel Mapping] processing function [Pixel Mapping] s (Settings 2) Pixel Mapping This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase.
  • Page 52 To play back camera images on a TV To play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). 2 Connect the TV and camera. Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 53 3 Turn on the TV, and change “INPUT” to “VIDEO (an input jack connected to the camera).” For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camera, and use HI to select the image for playback. Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped.
  • Page 54 Setting the date and time [ Setting the date and time [X t (Settings 3) “Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 16). To select the date display order To select the date display order 1 Press I after setting Minute, and use FG to select the date display order.

  • Page 55: Printing

    Printing Printing Direct printing (PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.
  • Page 56 To exit printing To exit printing After a selected image is displayed on the screen, disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Exit Changing the printer’s settings for printing [Custom Print] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 55). Press the A button.
  • Page 57 Submenu 4 Application The image is printed with a border around it ([Off]). Off/On The image is printed to fi ll the entire paper ([On]). (The number of The number of images per sheet images per sheet ([Pics/Sheet]) is selectable only when varies depending [Multi Print] is selected in Step 3.
  • Page 58 If necessary, repeat Steps 6 and 7 to select the image to be printed, make the detailed settings, and set [Single Print]. Press the A button. Print Print Print Cancel Back MENU Use FG to select [Print], and press the A button.
  • Page 59 Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on the card. DPOF reservations set by another DPOF device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes using the original device. Making new DPOF reservations with this camera will erase the reservations made by the other device.

  • Page 60: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 59). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p.

  • Page 61: Usage Tips

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

  • Page 62: Error Message

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

  • Page 63: Shooting Tips

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

  • Page 64: Camera Shake

    Camera shake “Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 41) When a picture is taken of a shadowy subject, the shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO speed is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnifi...
  • Page 65 Panorama “Taking pictures so that the frames are stitched smoothly” ● A tip for panoramic shooting Taking pictures by pivoting with the camera at the center prevents shifting of the image. When taking pictures of close objects in particular, pivoting with the lens end at the center produces favorable results.

  • Page 66: Appendix

    The number of pictures that you can take may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer and shooting conditions. AA NiMH batteries (rechargeable batteries) Being rechargeable, Olympus NiMH batteries are reusable and economical. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your charger. Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.
  • Page 67 Return the switch to enable writing. Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards and Eye-Fi cards (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) Using a new card Using a new card •...
  • Page 68 Checking the image saving location Checking the image saving location The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback. Current memory indicator v: Internal memory is being used w: Card is being used 00:34 00:34 Shooting mode...
  • Page 69 Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards internal memory and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards The fi gures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used.
  • Page 70 Movies Movies Image Size Image Quality L 1280×720 8 640×480 9 320×240 The maximum fi le size of a single movie is 4 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card. The maximum recording length of a single movie is 29 minutes for [L]. Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase...

  • Page 71: General Precautions

    Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the weatherproofi ng sections.
  • Page 72 DANGER • When using NiMH batteries (rechargeable batteries), use only Olympus brand NiMH batteries and the correct charger. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. • Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
  • Page 73 Battery Handling Precautions Battery Handling Precautions • Olympus NiMH batteries (included in some areas) are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras. Never use these batteries with any other device. • Always charge NiMH batteries (included in some areas) before using them for the fi...
  • Page 74 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. Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
  • Page 75 Battery Charger and USB-AC adapter (sold separately) separately) We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery, battery charger and USB-AC adapter (F-3AC) with this camera. Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery, battery charger and/or USB-AC adapter (F-3AC) may result in fi...
  • Page 76 WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by statute, are: (a) products and accessories not manufactured by Olympus and/or not bearing the “OLYMPUS” brand label (the...
  • Page 77 Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized offi...
  • Page 78 During the one year period of the World Wide Guarantee the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that not in all countries such Olympus service station exists. 2 The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or...
  • Page 79 2 Since this Guarantee Certifi cate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place. * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. com for the authorized international Olympus service network. For customers in Asia...
  • Page 80 Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1 This Warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or the dealer. Make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed.

  • Page 81: Specifications

    Image pickup device : 1/2.3” CCD (primary color fi lter) Lens : Olympus lens 5.0 to 110.0 mm, f3.3 to 5.7 (equivalent to 28 to 616 mm on a 35 mm camera) Photometric system : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system Shutter speed : 4 to 1/2000 sec.
  • Page 82 HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. 82 EN...
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