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Olympus FE-5010/X-915 Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

FE-5010/X-915
FE-5000/X-905

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 our products, Olympus reserves
the right to update or modify information contained in this manual.
● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.
Unless otherwise speci ed, the explanation about these illustrations is
provided for FE-5010/X-915.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    FE-5010/X-915 FE-5000/X-905 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. 38) Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions ... 28 Menus for Other Camera Settings ... 31 Printing ... 35 Using OLYMPUS Master 2... 40 Usage Tips ... 42 Appendix ... 46 Index ... 60 LI-41C Battery Charger microSD Attachment...
  • Page 3 Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 23 to 34) while referring to this page. Three Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Using the Menu Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus, including functions used during shooting and playback and the date/time and screen display. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the Press the...

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. B button (p. 21) Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions In shooting mode, settings can be adjusted. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p. 23 2 B CAMERA MENU WB... p. 24 ISO ... p. 24 FINE ZOOM ... p. 25 IMAGE STABILIZER (Still images)/ DIS MOVIE MODE (Movies)...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Strap eyelet ... p. 10 Multi-connector ... p. 34, 35, 40 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 11 Battery/card compartment lock ... p. 11 6 EN Self-timer lamp ... p. 21 Flash ... p. 19 Lens ... p. 46, 58 Microphone ...
  • Page 7 n button ... p. 13 g/E button (changing information display/ menu guide) ... p. 21, 22/p. 17 Monitor ... p. 14, 42 m button ... p. 3 /D button (backlight boost/ erase) ... p. 21/p. 16, 30 Shutter button ... p. 14 Zoom buttons ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display +2.0 1/30 Still image Shooting mode ... p. 14 Flash mode ... p. 19 Silent mode ... p. 34 Image stabilization (still image)/ Digital image stabilization (movie) ... p. 25 Macro/super macro ... p. 20 Battery check ... p. 10 Flash standby/camera shake warning/fl...
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 1/1000 F3.5 +2.0 ISO 400 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 Still image Silent mode ... p. 34 Print reservations/ number of prints ... p. 38/p. 37 Adding sound ... p. 29 Protect ... p. 29 Battery check ... p. 10 Aperture value ...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. 10 EN Charging the battery The battery charger included (AC cable or plug-in type) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type battery charger, plug it directly into an AC outlet.
  • Page 11 Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera Do not insert anything other than an xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. Battery lock knob Insert the battery by putting in the ▼ marked side fi...

  • Page 12: The Camera

    Using the microSD card/ microSDHC card (sold separately) A microSD card or microSDHC card (hereafter both will be referred to as microSD card) is also compatible with this camera using the microSD Attachment. “Using the microSD Attachment” (p. 49) Insert the microSD card into the microSD Attachment.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. 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.

  • Page 14: 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. as needed.

  • Page 15: Viewing Images

    To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. Press fully 1/400 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To return to shooting, either press the K button or press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 16 Operations during movie playback Volume: During playback, press kl. Fast-forward: Press and hold down n. Rewind: Press and hold down m. Pause: Press the B button. Elapsed time/ Total recording time First (last) frame/frame advance: During pause, press k to display the fi rst frame, and press l to display the last frame.

  • Page 17: Using Shooting Modes

    When the subject is dark, noise reduction is automatically activated. This approximately doubles the shooting time during which no other pictures can be taken. Available in the FE-5010/X-915 only. The focus is locked at the fi rst frame. Detecting a smiling face to release the shutter automatically...
  • Page 18 Shooting with automatic settings (G mode) According to the scene, the camera automatically selects the optimal shooting mode from [PORTRAIT]/[LANDSCAPE]/ [NIGHT+PORTRAIT]/[SPORT]/[MACRO]. This is a fully automatic mode that allows the user to take pictures using the best mode for the shooting scene simply by pressing the shutter button.

  • Page 19: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using the zoom Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar Optical zoom: 5x, digital zoom: 4x We recommend the user to set [IMAGE STABILIZER] (Still images)/[DIS MOVIE MODE] (Movies) (p.25) to [ON] when shooting with the telephoto zoom.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for G) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot. Press the F button. EXPOSURE COMP. Exposure compensation value Use klmn to select the desired brightness, and press the B button.

  • Page 21: Information Display

    Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. Press the Y button. SELFTIMER Use kl to select the desired setting option, and press the B button to set. Option Description The self-timer is deactivated.

  • Page 22: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view and close-up view Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom buttons. Single-image view 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 Index view 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30...

  • Page 23: Menus For Shooting Functions

    The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application [A IMAGE QUALITY] IMAGE QUALITY Still pictures Submenu 1 Submenu 2 FE-5010/X-915: 12M (3968×2976) FE-5000/X-905: 10M (3648×2736) 5M (2560×1920) 3M (2048×1536) IMAGE SIZE 2M (1600×1200)
  • Page 24 Adjusting to a natural color scheme [ WB] CAMERA MENU Submenu 2 The camera automatically adjusts AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene. For shooting outdoors under a clear sky For shooting outdoors under a cloudy sky For shooting under tungsten lighting For shooting under daylight fl...
  • Page 25 Optical zoom and image cropping are combined to zoom in for shooting (FE-5010/X-915: up to 31x, FE-5000/X-905: up to 28.5x). This function will not reduce the image quality since it dose not convert the data with fewer pixels into the data with larger pixels.
  • Page 26 When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images. Selecting the focusing area [AF MODE]...
  • Page 27 Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Switching the shooting modes [C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES] SWITCH SHOOTING MODES E: P G s n Submenu 2 Application Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (p. 14). Shooting with automatic settings (p.

  • Page 28: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted during image playback. Playing back pictures automatically [G SLIDESHOW] SLIDESHOW To start a slideshow After pressing the B button, the slideshow starts. To stop the slideshow, press the B button or the m button.

  • Page 29: Protecting Images

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Creating an index of 9 frames from a movie [INDEX] EDIT INDEX INDEX BACK MENU 1 Use mn to select a movie, and press the B button. 2 Useklmn to select the fi...
  • Page 30 Erasing images [K ERASE] ERASE Submenu 1 Images are individually selected SEL. IMAGE and erased. All images in the internal memory ALL ERASE or card will be erased. When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera.

  • Page 31: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    SETUP MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. Non-Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera before use. Submenu 2 Application...
  • Page 32 Saving the mode when the camera is turned off [SAVE SETTINGS] SETUP SAVE SETTINGS Submenu 2 The shooting mode is saved when the camera is turned off and is reactivated the next time the camera is turned on. The shooting mode is set to P mode when the camera is turned on. Setting the startup display screen and sound when the camera is turned on [PW ON SETUP] SETUP...

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] SETUP SOUND SETTINGS To turn off all sounds at once, make the setting from [F SILENT MODE] (p. 34). Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SOUND TYPE...
  • Page 34 Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [VIDEO OUT] SETUP VIDEO OUT The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on your TV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type. Submenu 2 NTSC Connecting the camera to a TV in North America, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, and so on.

  • Page 35: 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 36 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 35), and press the B button. Use kl to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the B button. Use kl to select the print mode, and press the B button.
  • Page 37 Submenu Submenu Application This selects the number <× 0 to 10 of prints. Selecting [WITH] prints the images with the date. WITH/ DATE Selecting [WITHOUT] WITHOUT prints the images without the date. Selecting [WITH] prints the fi le name on the image. WITH/ FILE NAME Selecting [WITHOUT] does...
  • Page 38 Print Reservations (DPOF In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera.

  • Page 39: 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. 38). Use kl to select [U], and press the B button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data Press the q button, and then press the m button to display the top...

  • Page 40: Using Olympus Master 2

    OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the fi rst time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screen appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 41: System Requirements

    Operating OLYMPUS Master 2 When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, the Quick Start Guide appears with step-by-step instructions for common tasks. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the tool bar to show the Guide. For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software.

  • Page 42: 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 “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”.

  • Page 43: 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 Use a computer to cancel the WRITE read-only setting. PROTECT Internal memory problem >...

  • Page 44: 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 45: Color Hue

    Color hue “Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear” ● Taking pictures by selecting [WB] (p. 24) Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the AUTO setting, but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings.

  • Page 46: Appendix

    46 EN Battery and charger • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of batteries can be used. Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.

  • Page 47: Using Your Charger Abroad

    Cards compatible with this camera xD-Picture Card (16MB to 2GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) Using a new card Before using a non-Olympus card or a card that was used for another purpose in a computer or other device, use [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 31) to format the card.

  • Page 48: Still Pictures

    2560×1920 2048×1536 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 1920×1080 Available in the FE-5010/X-915 only. Available in the FE-5000/X-905 only. Movies IMAGE SIZE 640×480 320×240 The maximum fi le size of a single movie is 2 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card.

  • Page 49: Using The Microsd Attachment

    Using the microSD Attachment Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment, as well as with other brands of digital cameras, computers, printers, and other devices that support xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken, but may also result in the malfunction of the device.

  • Page 50: Handling The Camera

    Handling the Camera WARNING • Do not use the camera near fl ammable or explosive gases. • Do not use the fl ash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. • You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects.

  • Page 51: Battery Handling Precautions

    DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. •...

  • Page 52: Lcd Monitor

    Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.

  • Page 53: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
  • Page 54 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type (American Type) (British Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depending on the area, different types of plugs and supply voltages are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
  • Page 55 fi re 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 56 (f) Products which do not contain a validly placed and recorded Olympus serial number, unless they are a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, OLYMPUS MAKES...
  • Page 57 SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR IMPAIRMENT. Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    : 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B / LI-40B) : FE-5010/X-915: 96.1 mm (W) × 56.6 mm (H) × 25.5 mm (D) (3.8 × 2.2 × 1.0 in.) (excluding protrusions) FE-5000/X-905: 97.4 mm (W) ×...
  • Page 59 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Standard voltage : DC 3.7 V Standard capacity : 740 mAh Battery life : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging) / -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (operation) / -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage) Dimensions...

  • Page 60: Index

    Index AF MODE ... 26 Arrow pad ... 12 AV cable ... 34 Backlight boost ... 21 BACKUP ... 31 Battery charger ... 10, 46 Beep ... 33 Brightness Backlight boost ... 21 Exposure compensation ... 20 Monitor brightness s ... 33 Card microSD Card ...
  • Page 61 Natural color ... 24 OLYMPUS Master 2 ... 40 Operation guide ... 12 PANORAMA ... 26 PERFECT FIX H ... 28 PictBridge ... 35 Playback image Closeup view ... 22 Index view ... 22 Movies ... 15 On TV ... 34 Viewing images ...
  • Page 62 Printed in China 1AG6P1P5295-- VN134201...

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