FE-5020/X-935 FE-4010/X-930 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.
Step Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Other accessories not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual), OLYMPUS Master 2, warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step Preparing the Camera “Preparing the Camera” (p. 10) Step How to Use the Camera “Three Types of Setting Operations”...
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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 s mode (p.
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.
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 DIS MOVIE MODE ... p. 25 R (Still images/ movies) ...
Multi-connector ... p. 34, 35, 40 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 11 Battery/card compartment lock Available in the FE-5020/X-935 only. 6 EN Self-timer lamp ... p. 21 Flash ... p. 19 Lens ... p. 46, 59 Microphone ... p. 25, 29 Tripod socket ...
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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 ...
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Monitor Shooting mode display +2.0 1/30 Still image Shooting mode ... p. 14 Flash mode ... p. 19 Silent mode ... p. 34 Digital image stabilization ... p. 25 Macro/super macro ... p. 20 Battery check ... p. 10 Flash standby/camera shake warning/fl...
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Playback mode display 1/1000 F3.3 +2.0 ISO 400 100-0004 2009.10.26 12:30 Still image Silent mode ... p. 34 Print reservation/ number of prints ... p. 38/p. 37 Adding sound ... p. 29 Protect ... p. 29 Battery check ... p. 10 Aperture value ...
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.
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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. FE-5020/X-935 FE-4010/X-930 Battery/card compartment lock Battery/card compartment cover Battery lock knob Insert the battery by putting in the ▼ marked side fi...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Using Shooting Modes The shooting mode changes in the order of P, G, h , s, n each time the K button is pressed. By switching to other shooting mode, most settings set in other than P mode will be changed to the default settings of the respective shooting mode.
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In some cases, the camera may not select the desired shooting mode. When the camera cannot identify which is the optimal mode, P mode will be selected. To focus on a moving subject continuously (AF Tracking) Press m to enter the AF tracking standby condition.
Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar Optical zoom: 5x (FE-5020/X-935) 4x (FE-4010/X-930) Digital zoom: 4x Use of h mode (p. 18) is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom. To take larger images without reducing image quality [FINE ZOOM] (p.
& Description Macro mode is deactivated. This enables shooting as close as 15 cm/5.9 in. (60 cm/23.6 in. ) to the subject. This enables shooting as close as 10 cm/3.9 in. (FE-5020/X-935)/ 4 cm/1.6 in. (FE-4010/X-930) to the subject.
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.
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 2009.10.26 12:30 Index view 2009.10.26 12:30 2009.10.26 12:30...
Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Shooting Functions In shooting mode, settings can be adjusted. E indicates the mode in which the function can be set. The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application [A IMAGE QUALITY] IMAGE QUALITY Still pictures...
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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...
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Optical zoom and image cropping are combined to zoom in for shooting (FE-5020/X-935: up to 31x, FE-4010/X-930: up to 24.8x). This function will not reduce the image quality since it dose not convert the data with fewer pixels into the data with larger pixels.
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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]...
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 h s n Submenu 2 Application Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (p. 14). Shooting with automatic settings (p.
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.
No sound is recorded. 1 Use mn to select an image, and press the B button. 2 Aim the microphone toward the sound source. FE-5020/X-935 Microphone 3 Use kl to select [YES], and press the B button. ● Recording starts.
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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.
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...
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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...
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...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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...
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.
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.
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”.
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 >...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures IMAGE SIZE D 3968×2976 H 2560×1920 I 2048×1536 J 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 D 1920×1080 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. * When using a TypeM or Standard xD-Picture Card, the maximum recording length will be 40 seconds.
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.
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.
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. •...
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.
Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
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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.
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Olympus’s own authorized service personnel unless repair by others is made with the written consent of Olympus; (c) defects or damage to the Products resulting from wear, tear, misuse, abuse, negligence,...
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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...
Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus. com this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this warranty the customer must take the product...
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Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance 1 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain suffi cient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the...
: 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B / LI-40B) : FE-5020/X-935: 92.7 mm (W) × 55.8 mm (H) × 24.7 mm (D) (3.6 × 2.2 × 1.0 in.) (excluding protrusions) FE-4010/X-930: 93.3 mm (W) ×...
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Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type Standard voltage Standard capacity Battery life Operating environment Temperature Dimensions Weight Battery charger (LI-41C) Model No. Power requirements Output Charging time Operating environment Temperature Dimensions Weight microSD Attachment Product type Operating environment Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight Design and specifi...