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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Model No. : IM006 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.
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Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Notes Points to note when using the camera. Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of Tips your camera. Reference pages describing details or related information. 2 EN...
Table of Contents Choosing shutter speed Quick task index (Shutter Priority mode) .....47 Choosing aperture and Names of parts shutter speed (Manual mode)...48 Shooting with long exposure time Preparation (BULB/LIVE TIME) ....49 Live composite photography Unpacking the box contents ..12 (dark and light fi...
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Calling shooting options ...67 Adjusting i-Enhance effects (Effect) ........83 Processing options (Picture Mode) ......69 Setting the color reproduction format (Color Space) ....84 Adjusting color (WB (white balance)) ....70 Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows Choosing a focus mode (Highlight&Shadow Control) ..84 (AF Mode).........72 Assigning functions to Setting the image aspect ..73...
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N Disp/8/PC ...... 110 Menu functions O Disp/8/PC ....... 110 Basic menu operations ....97 P Exp/ISO/BULB ....111 Using Shooting Menu 1/ Q Exp/ISO/BULB ....111 Shooting Menu 2 ......98 b # Custom ......112 Returning to default settings W K/WB/Color ....112 (Reset) ........98 X Record.......
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Cleaning the camera ....140 a computer ........125 Storage ........140 Installing the PC software ..126 Cleaning and checking Installing the OLYMPUS the image pickup device ..140 Digital Camera Updater ....126 Pixel Mapping - Checking the User Registration .....126 image processing functions ..141 Direct printing (PictBridge) ..127...
Quick task index Shooting Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Correcting the effects of perspective Keystone Compensation Automatically adjusting exposure over AE Bracketing a series of photos Multi focus shot (SCN) Automatically shifting the focus position over a series of photos Focus bracketing (Z) Making photos brighter or darker Exposure compensation...
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Monitor brightness adjustment Optimizing the monitor/ adjusting monitor hue Live View Boost Fireworks (SCN) Live Time (Z) Photographing fi reworks Live Composite (Z) Live Composite (M) Bulb/time photography (M) Checking horizontal or vertical Level gauge orientation before shooting Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid Sequential shooting Sequential shooting...
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Camera Settings Synchronizing the date and time Setting the date/time Restoring default settings Reset 22, 1 14 Preventing automatic display switching EVF Auto Switch Changing the menu display language 8 (Beep sound) Turning off the auto focus sound Silent [♥] (SCN) Silent [♥] (Z)
Preparation Unpacking the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera Body cap Strap USB cable CB-USB12 Lithium-ion battery Lithium-ion charger • Basic Manual BLS-50 BCS-5 •...
Charging and inserting the battery Charging the battery. Charging Direction indicating Charging indicator indicator mark (C) Charging in Lights orange Lithium ion battery progress Charging complete Charging error Blinks orange AC wall outlet (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) Lithium ion charger AC cable...
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Removing the battery Turn off the camera before opening or closing the battery/card compartment cover. To remove the battery, fi rst push the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow and then remove. • Do not remove the battery while the card write indicator is displayed (P.
Inserting the card In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. Eye-Fi cards Read “Usable cards” (P. 133) before use. Loading the card.
Attaching a lens to the camera Rear cap Remove the rear cap of the lens and the body cap of the camera. Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body.
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Removing the lens from the camera Make sure the camera is turned off when removing the lens. While pressing the lens release button, rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow. Lens release button Interchangeable lenses Read “Interchangeable lenses” (P. 135).
Turning the camera on Set the ON/OFF lever to the ON position. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn the camera off, return the lever to the OFF position. ON/OFF lever ...
Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The fi le name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. Some functions cannot be used if the date and time have not been set.
Shooting Information displays while shooting Monitor display during still photography Wi-Fi S-IS ON S-IS ON ISO-A AUTO S-AF -3 -3 1:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1 Card write indicator ....P. 14, 15 i Record mode (movies) ....P. 74 2 Wireless LAN connection..P. 120 – 124 j Available recording time ....P.
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Monitor display during movie mode Wi-Fi M-IS M-IS AUTO AUTO C-AF 1:02:03 D Recording level meter ....P. 102 F Movie (exposure) mode ....P. 76 E Silent shooting tab ......P. 59 G Movie effect ........P. 54...
Switching between displays The camera is equipped with an eye sensor, which turns the viewfi nder on when you put your eye to the viewfi nder. When you take your eye away, the sensor turns the viewfi nder off and turns the monitor on. Put your eye to the viewfi...
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. INFO button Wi-Fi INFO INFO S-IS ON S-IS ON ISO-A 1:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 Basic Information* Image Only INFO INFO INFO INFO Wi-Fi Wi-Fi...
Shooting still pictures Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode, Indicator Mode icon and then shoot the image. Types of shooting modes For how to use the various shooting modes, see the following. Shooting mode Description The camera automatically selects the most appropriate shooting mode.
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Rotate the mode dial to choose a mode. Frame the shot. • Be careful that your fi ngers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens or AF illuminator. Landscape position Portrait position Adjust the focus. • Display the subject in the center of the monitor, and lightly press the shutter button down to the fi...
Switching Displays with the u (Shortcut) Button Press the u button to switch to each screen of the selected shooting mode between shots. u (Shortcut) button Mode dial Scene mode (P. 29) Live guide (P. 27) Change Color Saturation People Nightscapes Motion Scenery...
Letting the camera choose the settings ( AUTO mode) The camera adjusts settings to suit the scene; all you have to do is press the shutter button. Set the mode dial to B. Using live guides Use live guides to easily adjust such parameters as color, brightness, and background blurring.
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• If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. • Pictures may appear grainy at some live guide setting levels. • Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor. •...
Shooting in scene mode (SCN mode) The camera automatically optimizes settings for the subject or scene. Rotate the mode dial to SCN. Use FGHI to highlight a scene and press the Q button. People Nightscapes Motion Scenery Indoors Close-ups Use HI to highlight a scene mode and press the Portrait Q button.
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Subject type Scene mode Description Suitable for tripod shooting of night scenes. G Nightscape Use of a tripod and remote control via OI.Share is recommended (P. 122). Suitable for portrait shooting against a background of night view. Portrait + Raise the fl ash (P. 64). Nightscape Use of a tripod and remote control via OI.Share is recommended (P.
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Subject type Scene mode Description Suitable for shots of candlelit scenes. Warm colors are W Candlelight preserved. Disable camera sounds and lights in situations in which k Silent [♥] they may be unwelcome (P. 37). Suitable for portrait shooting. B Portrait Brings out skin texture.
Shooting in advanced photo mode ( Z mode) Use for quick access to advanced shooting settings. Rotate the mode dial to Z. Use HI to highlight an AP mode. Live Composite • Some modes offer additional options that can be accessed using G.
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[Live Composite]: Live Composite Photography Create photos that record light trails from stars and other objects without changing the brightness of the background; during shooting, the changing results can be viewed in the monitor. You can adjust white balance or picture mode and other settings not available with the SCN mode “Light Trails”...
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[ Live Time]: Live Time Photography You can make long exposures without having to keep the shutter button pressed. The changing result can be viewed in the monitor during shooting. Highlight [Live Time] in the AP mode menu (P. 32). Press G, use HI to choose the maximum Live Time exposure time, and press the Q button.
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[ Multiple Exposure]: Shooting Multiple Exposures Combine two different images on top of one another. Highlight [Multiple Exposure] in the AP mode menu (P. 32) and press the Q button. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. •...
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[ HDR]: Taking Composite Photos with HDR Capture details in both highlights and shadows. The camera varies exposure over a series of four shots and combines them into a single image. Highlight [HDR] in the AP mode menu (P. 32). Press G, use HI to choose [HDR1] or [HDR2], and press the Q button.
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[ Silent [♥]] Mode Disable camera sounds and lights in situations in which they may be unwelcome. Highlight [Silent [♥]] in the AP mode menu (P. 32) and press the Q button. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. •...
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Pictures taken using this option can be joined together to form a panorama. You will need to install the latest version of OLYMPUS Viewer 3 on your computer to join g “Connecting the camera to a computer and a pictures together to form a panorama.
[ Keystone Compensation] Correct the effects of perspective in photos of buildings or landscapes. Highlight [Keystone Compensation] in the AP mode menu (P. 32) and press the Q button. Adjust the effect in the display and frame the shot. Wi-Fi •...
[ AE Bracketing]: Varying Exposure over a Series of Shots Take a series of photos, varying exposure with each shot. Highlight [AE Bracketing] in the AP mode menu (P. 32). Press G, use HI to choose the number of shots, AE Bracketing and press the Q button.
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[ Focus Bracketing]: Varying Focus Distance over a Series of Shots Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera takes a series of eight photos, varying the focus distance with each shot. Highlight [Focus Bracketing] in the AP mode menu (P. 32). Press G, use HI to choose the amount focus Focus Bracketing distance changes with each shot, and press the Q...
Using art fi lters (ART mode) Using art fi lters, you can easily have fun with artistic effects. Rotate the mode dial to ART. Use HI to highlight a fi lter. Effect Pop Art Press G, highlight an effect using HI, and press the Q button.
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Types of art fi lters Pop Art I/II Creates an image that emphasizes the beauty of color. Soft Focus Creates an image that expresses a soft tone atmosphere. Creates an image that expresses warm light by scattering overall Pale&Light Color I/II light and slightly overexposing the image.
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• To maximize the benefi ts of the art fi lters, some of the shooting function settings are disabled. • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality (P. 73), image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. The art fi lter will be applied to the JPEG copy only. •...
Letting the camera choose aperture and shutter speed ( Program mode) P mode is a shooting mode where the camera automatically sets the optimal aperture and shutter speed according to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Wi-Fi S-IS ON S-IS ON ISO-A 1:02:03...
Choosing aperture ( Aperture Priority mode) A mode is a shooting mode where you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate shutter speed. Rotate the mode dial to A and then use the rear dial to select an aperture value. Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of fi...
Choosing shutter speed ( Shutter Priority mode) S mode is a shooting mode where you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate aperture value. Rotate the mode dial to S and then use the rear dial to select shutter speed. Fast shutter speeds freeze motion of fast-moving subjects.
Choosing aperture and shutter speed ( Manual mode) M mode is a shooting mode where you choose both the aperture value and shutter speed. Bulb, time, and live composite photography are also available. Rotate the mode dial to M, and then use the front dial to select aperture value and the rear dial to select shutter speed.
Shooting with long exposure time ( BULB/ LIVE TIME) Use for photos such as fi reworks or night scenery. In M mode, rotate the rear dial in the direction shown until [BULB] or [LIVE TIME] is displayed in the monitor. Bulb photography The shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed.
Live composite photography (dark and light fi eld composite) Combine several exposures to create a photo that records light trails from stars or fi reworks and other objects without changing the brightness of the background. In M mode, set the shutter speed to [LIVECOMP]. •...
Shooting with touch screen operations Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings. Wi-Fi ISO-A 1:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 Tap a subject to focus and automatically release the shutter. This feature is not available in movie mode and during bulb, time, or composite photography.
Recording movies Recording movies in photo shooting modes Use the R button to record movies. Press the R button to begin recording. • Movie you are recording will be displayed on the monitor. • If you put your eye to the viewfi nder, movie you are recording will be displayed in the viewfi...
Recording movies in movie mode Movie mode can be used to create movies that take advantage of the effects available in photo shooting modes. Rotate the mode dial to Use HI to highlight movie mode. Standard • Some modes offer additional options that can be accessed using G.
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Movie Effects Highlight [Standard] in the movie mode option (P. 53) and press the Q button. Press the R button to begin recording. Tap the on-screen icon of the effect you wish to use. M-IS M-IS • Tap the display to add effects during shooting. AUTO •...
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Art Fade Tap the icon. The effect will be applied gradually when you tap the icon of a picture mode. • Movies shot in partial color use the color selected in ART mode. Old Film Tap the icon for the effect to be applied. Tap again to cancel the effect. Multi Echo Tap the icon for the effect to be applied.
Creating Movies from Clips You can create a single movie fi le including multiple short movies (clips). Clips can be split into multiple groups (“My Clips”). You can also add still pictures to the My Clips movie. Recording Clips Highlight [Clips] in the movie mode option (P.
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Playback You can play back the fi les in My Clips consecutively. Press the q button and select an image marked Wi-Fi Press the Q button and select [Play My Clips] using FG. Then press the Q button again. • The fi les in My Clips will play back consecutively. AUTO AUTO AUTO...
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BGM other than [Happy Days] To use BGM other than [Happy Days], record data that you have downloaded from the Olympus website onto the card and select it as [ BGM] in Step 4. Visit the following website for the download.
[Hi-Speed]: Recording Slow Motion Movies Record slow-motion movies. Footage shot at 120 fps plays back at 30 fps; quality is equivalent to [HD]. Highlight [Hi-Speed] in the movie mode option (P. 53) and press the Q button. Press the R button to start shooting. •...
Using various settings Controlling exposure ( Exposure F) Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±5.0 EV. Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) •...
Selecting the AF target mode ( AF target settings) You can choose the position and size of the focus area for autofocus. You can also select Face priority AF (P. 62). Press H. Select [I (Single Target)] or [J (9-Target Group)] using the front dial. The camera automatically chooses from the full set of focus o All Targets targets.
Face priority AF/ Eye priority AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. Press H. Select an option using the rear dial. Face Priority On Face priority is on. Face priority is off. Face Priority Off The autofocus system selects the eye closest to the Face &...
Changing ISO sensitivity (ISO) Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO], which starts at ISO 200—a value that balances noise and dynamic range—and then adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions.
Using a fl ash ( Flash photography) The fl ash can be set manually as required. The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the ON/OFF lever to #UP to raise the fl ash. ON/OFF lever Press I.
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Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Shooting Flash Conditions for Monitor Flash mode Shutter speed limit mode timing fi ring the fl ash Flash 30 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Always fi res Red-eye 1/30 sec. – curtain reduction 1/250 sec.* Flash off...
Performing the sequential/ self-timer shooting You can take a series of pictures by keeping the shutter button pressed all the way down. Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self-timer. Press G. Highlight one of the following options using HI. Single 1 frame is taken at a time when the shutter button is pressed.
Calling shooting options Live control You can use live control to select the shooting function while checking the effect on the screen. Live control screen AUTO Functions AUTO AUTO S-AF S-AF WB Auto Settings AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO ...
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LV super control panel Other shooting options can be accessed via the LV super control panel, which lists the options selected for the following shooting settings. Recommended ISO A ± 0 Natural Auto Auto G ± 0 ± 0 ±...
Processing options ( Picture Mode) You can select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 80–83). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight Picture Mode.
Adjusting color ( WB (white balance)) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.
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One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the fi nal photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. Select [P], [Q], [W], or [X] (one-touch white balance 1, 2, 3, or 4) and press the INFO button.
Choosing a focus mode ( AF Mode) You can select a focusing method (focus mode). You can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and movie mode. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight AF Mode. AUTO AUTO AUTO S-AF...
Setting the image aspect You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [16:9], [3:2], [1:1], or [3:4]. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight Image Aspect.
Selecting image quality (Movie quality, nK) You can set a movie record mode suitable for the desired use. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight (Movie quality, nK). AUTO AUTO AUTO Use HI to choose a value and press the Q S-AF S-AF button.
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Video Frame Rate Video Bit Rate Movie quality Super Fine 1920×1080 Super Fine 24p 1280×720 Super Fine 24p Fine 1920×1080 Fine 24p 1280×720 Fine 24p Normal 1920×1080 Normal 24p 1280×720 Normal 24p The following options are available when [4K] is selected for movie mode: Video Frame Rate Video Bit Rate Movie quality...
Adding effects to a movie You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Rotate the mode dial to Press the Q button and use FG to highlight AUTO AUTO AUTO C-AF C-AF movie (exposure) mode. Use HI to choose a value and press the Q Program Auto button.
Adjusting fl ash output ( Flash intensity control) Flash output can be adjusted if you fi nd that your subject to appears overexposed, or is underexposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is just right. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. •...
Reducing camera shake ( Image Stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnifi cation. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
Making fi ne adjustments to white balance ( WB Compensation) You can set and fi nely adjust the compensation values for both auto white balance and preset white balance. Before proceeding, choose a white balance option to which to make fi ne adjustments. g “Adjusting color (WB (white balance))”...
Choosing how the camera measures brightness ( Metering) You can choose how the camera meters subject brightness. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. Metering • In B, ART, SCN, and Z modes, the display of the A ± 0 Natural Auto Auto...
Making fi ne adjustments to contrast ( Contrast) In the picture mode (P. 69) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to contrast and store the changes. • Adjustments may not be available depending on the shooting mode (P. 24). Contrast Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
Making fi ne adjustments to tone ( Gradation) In the picture mode (P. 69) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to tone and store the changes. • Adjustments may not be available depending on the shooting mode (P. 24). Gradation Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
Adjusting the tone of a monochrome image ( Monochrome Color) In the monochrome setting of picture mode (P. 69) settings, you can add and store a color tint in advance. Picture Mode Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. • In B, ART, SCN, and Z modes, the display of the Monochrome Color LV super control panel is controlled via [K Control A ±...
Setting the color reproduction format ( Color Space) You can select a format to ensure that colors are correctly reproduced when shot images are regenerated on a monitor or using a printer. This option is equivalent to the [Color Space] (P. 112) in Custom Menu. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
Assigning functions to buttons ( Button Function) At default settings, the following functions are assigned to the buttons: Button Default U Function t (AEL/AFL) V Function b (Digital Tele-converter) To change the function assigned to a button, follow the steps below. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
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t (AEL/AFL) Press the button to use AE lock or AF lock. The function changes according to the [AEL/AFL] (P. 115) setting. When AEL is selected, press the button once to lock the exposure and display u on the monitor. Press the button again to cancel the lock.
Zoom frame AF/Zoom AF ( Super Spot AF) You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target.
g AF area pointer .......P. 61 1 Battery level ........P. 18 2 Wireless LAN connection..P. 120–124 h Shooting mode......P. 24–48 3 Including GPS information ....P. 123 i Shutter speed ......P. 45–48 j Exposure compensation ....P. 60 4 Eye-Fi upload complete ....P. 114 5 Print order k Aperture value ......P.
Viewing photographs and movies Press the q button. • A photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial (r) or arrow pad. • To return to shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway or press the q button. Front dial Wi-Fi Displays...
Index display/ Calendar display • In single-frame playback, rotate the rear dial to G for index playback. Rotate further for My Clips playback and further still for calendar playback. • Turn the rear dial to U to return to single-frame playback. 2017.10 Wi-Fi My Clips...
BGM other than [Happy Days] To use BGM other than [Happy Days], record data that you have downloaded from the Olympus website onto the card and select it as [ BGM] in Step 3. Visit the following website for the download.
Deletes all parts of a split movie [Erase]: Deletes fi les separately • We recommend using the latest version of OLYMPUS Viewer 3 to play back movies on a computer. Before launching the software for the fi rst time, connect the camera to the computer.
Erasing an image Display an image you want to delete and press Erase the button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. Back button Selecting images (0, Erase Selected, Share Order Selected) You can select multiple images for [0], [Erase Selected] or [Share Order Selected].
Audio recording Audio can be added to still images (up to 30 sec. long). Display the image to which you want to add audio and press the Q button. • Audio recording is not available with protected images. JPEG • Audio recording is also available in the playback menu. JPEG Edit Add to My Clips Select [R] and press the Q button.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Wi-Fi Displaying the previous or next image • Slide your fi nger to the left to view the next image, and right to view the previous image. Magnify Wi-Fi •...
Menu functions Basic menu operations The menus can be used to customize the camera for ease of use and include shooting and playback options not accessible via the live control, LV super control panel, or the like. Shooting setup and shooting settings (P. 98) Movie mode settings (P.
Select an item using FG and press the Q button to display options for the selected item. The current setting is Function displayed Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 2 K Image Stabilizer K Image Stabilizer S-IS On S-IS On AF Illuminator AF Illuminator K Elec.
Processing options ( Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 69) settings. Changes to parameters are stored for each picture mode separately. Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1 and Shooting Menu 1 press the Q button.
Choosing a Zoom Speed ( K Elec. Zoom Speed) Choose the speed at which electronic zoom lenses can be zoomed in or out using the zoom ring during still photography. Highlight [K Elec. Zoom Speed] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press the Q button.
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• If there is not enough charge left on the battery, the shooting may end partway through. Make sure the battery is charged enough before shooting. • Movies recorded with [4K] selected for [Movie Settings] > [Movie Resolution] may not display on some computer systems. More information is available on the OLYMPUS website.
Using the Video Menu Movie recording functions are set in the Video Menu. Video Menu Movie R Recording Volume ±0 nAF Mode C-AF nImage Stabilizer M-IS nElec. Zoom Speed Normal Video Frame Rate Video Bit Rate Fine Back Option Description Movie R [Off]: Record movies without sound.
Using the Playback Menu Playback Menu y (P. 92) Playback Menu R (P. 103) Edit (P. 103) Edit Print Order Print Order (P. 130) Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Reset Protect (P. 106) Connection to Smartphone (P. 121) Back Displaying images rotated ( R) If set to [On], images in portrait orientation are automatically rotated to be displayed in the correct orientation on the playback display.
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Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduces the red-eye phenomenon due to fl ash shooting. [ P]: Trims an image. Use the front dial ( r ) or rear dial ( o ) to choose the size of the trimming and FGHI to specify the trimming position.
Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press the Q button.
Trimming movies (Movie Trimming) Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press the Q button. Use FG to select [Sel. Image] and press the Q button. Use HI to select a movie and press the Q button. Select [Movie Edit] and press the Q button. Use FG to select [Movie Trimming] and press the Q button.
Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu Card Setup ’--.--.-- --:--:-- English j±0 k±0 Rec View 0.5 sec Wi-Fi Settings Firmware Back Option Description Card Setup Format the card and delete all images. X (Date/time setting) Set the camera clock.
Formatting the card ( Card Setup) Cards must be formatted with this camera before fi rst use or after being used with other cameras or computers. All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the G Custom Menu. Custom Menu AF/MF (P. 109) A. AF/MF Button/Dial (P. 109) AEL/AFL S1/C2/M1 AF Targeting Pad N/O Disp/8/PC (P. 110) Face Priority P/Q Exp/ISO/BULB (P. 111) MF Assist Reset Lens # Custom (P.
N Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description K Control For each shooting mode except movie, choose whether pressing the Q button displays live controls or LV super 67, 6 8 Settings controls. Choose the information displayed when the INFO button G/Info Settings is pressed.
P Exp/ISO/BULB MENU Option Description Exposure Shift Adjust correct exposure separately for each metering mode. • This reduces the number of exposure compensation options available in the selected direction. — • The effects are not visible in the monitor. To make normal adjustments to the exposure, perform exposure compensation (P.
b # Custom MENU Option Description # X-Sync. Choose the shutter speed used when the fl ash fi res. # Slow Limit Choose the slowest shutter speed available when a fl ash is used. When set to [On], the exposure compensation value is 60, ...
END o p q r s t u v w x y z { } Cancel Delete * OLYMPUS does not accept liability for damages arising from disputes involving the use of [Copyright Settings]. Use at your own risk.
c EVF MENU Option Description EVF Auto Switch If [Off] is selected, the viewfi nder will not turn on when you put your eye to the viewfi nder. Use the u button to choose — the display. EVF Adjust Adjust viewfi nder brightness and hue. Brightness is automatically adjusted when [EVF Auto —...
AEL/AFL [AEL/AFL] MENU S-AF AEL/AFL Autofocus and metering can be performed by pressing the mode1 button to which AEL/AFL has been assigned. Choose a Half Way AEL/S-AF mode for each focus mode. Fully Exposure Assignments of AEL/AFL function Back AEL/AFL Button Shutter button function function Mode...
Adding information displays [ G /Info Settings] MENU q Info (Playback information displays) Use [q Info] to add the following playback information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during playback. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting.
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G Settings ( Index/ calendar display) You can change the number of frames to be displayed on the index display and set to not display the screens that are set to be displayed by default with [G Settings]. Screens with a check can be selected on the playback screen using the rear dial.
Viewing camera images on TV [ HDMI] MENU Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. This function is available during shooting. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. HDMI cable (Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV.)
Shutter speeds when the fl ash fi res [ # X-Sync.]/[ # Slow Limit] MENU You can set shutter speed conditions for when the fl ash fi res. Shooting Flash fi ring shutter speed Upper limit Lower limit mode The camera automatically sets the [# Slow Limit] shutter speed.
• If using the wireless LAN function in a country outside the region where the camera was purchased, there is a risk that the camera will not conform to the wireless communication regulations of that country. Olympus will not be held responsible for any failure to meet such regulations.
Following the guide displayed on the monitor, proceed with the Wi-Fi settings. • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor. Preparing Wi-Fi Connection Connecting to your smartphone. Read QR code by 'OLYMPUS Image Share'. QR code SSID SSID : X-XXXXX-X-XXXXXXXX Password : 00000000...
Transferring images to a smartphone You can select images in the camera and load them to a smartphone. You can also use the camera to select images you want to share in advance. g “Setting a transfer order on images (Share Order)” (P. 94) Connect the camera to a smartphone (P.
Adding position information to images You can add GPS tags to images that were taken while the GPS log was saving by transferring the GPS log saved on the smartphone to the camera. This is available only in [Private]. Before beginning to shoot, launch OI.Share and turn on the switch on the Add Location button to begin saving the GPS log.
Changing the password Change the password used for [Private]. Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press the Q button. Select [Private Password] and press I. Follow the operation guide and press the R button. • A new password will be set. Cancelling a share order Cancel share orders that are set on images.
Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer Connecting the camera to a computer Micro-USB connector Smaller terminal USB cable USB port • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host.
Installing the PC software The photographs and movies you have shot with your camera can be transferred to a computer and viewed, edited, and organized using the OLYMPUS Viewer 3 offered by OLYMPUS. • To install OLYMPUS Viewer 3, download it from http://support.olympus-imaging.com/ ov3download/ and follow the on-screen instructions.
Direct printing ( PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. Micro-USB connector Smaller terminal USB cable USB port...
Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable. Use HI to display the pictures you want to print on the camera. Press I. • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed.
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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. 123-3456 2017.10.01 12:30:00 Select Print Single Print More Prints the currently displayed picture.
Print order ( DPOF) You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. You can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer.
Removing all or selected pictures from the print order You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures. Press the Q button during playback and select [< (Print Order)]. Select [<] and press the Q button. •...
Cautions Battery and charger • The camera uses a single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than genuine OLYMPUS batteries. • 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.
SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. Setting the switch to “LOCK”...
• The actual fi le size varies according to the subject. • The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999. • For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus website. 134 EN...
Interchangeable lenses Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds system and bearing the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL label or the symbol shown at right. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses.
External fl ash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external fl ash units to achieve a fl ash suited to your needs. The external fl ashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s fl...
• Using obsolete fl ash units that apply currents of more than about 250 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting fl ash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifi cations may damage the camera.
: Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. *1 Not all lenses can be used with adapter. For details, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site. Also, please note that manufacture of OM System Lenses has been discontinued.
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Converter Lens Lens* M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm f1.8 Fisheye PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 FCON-P01 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm f1.8 Fisheye M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 25mm f1.2 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 30mm f3.5 Macro WCON-P01 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro Wide...
Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. • Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or a chemically treated cloth. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. Before using the pixel mapping function to ensure that it operates correctly, wait for 1 minute or longer immediately after shooting or playback.
Information Shooting tips and information 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 •...
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Noise reduction is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds. During which, shooting is not allowed. You can set [Noise Reduct.] to [Off]. g [Noise Reduct.] (P.
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The subject appears distorted The following functions use an electronic shutter: movie recording (P. 52)/the SCN mode “silent” (P. 29) and “multi-focus shot” (P. 29) options/the Z mode “silent” (P. 37) and “focus bracketing” (P. 41) options This may cause distortion if the subject is moving rapidly or the camera is moved abruptly. Avoid moving the camera abruptly during shooting or use standard sequential shooting.
Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The card is not inserted, or it Insert a card or insert a different cannot be recognized. card. No Card Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. There is a problem with the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it Card Error cannot be used.
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Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. The internal temperature of Wait a moment for the camera to the camera has risen due to Internal camera turn off automatically. sequential shooting.
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Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The lens is locked. The lens of the retractable lens Please extend the Extend the lens. stays retracted. lens. An abnormality has occurred Turn off the camera, check the Please check the between the camera and the connection with the lens, and turn status of a lens.
Defaults *1: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset]. Button Functions/Live Control/LV Super Control Function Default AUTO o Sequential shooting/Self-timer AF target settings ...
Function Default K/WB/Color K1 YF, K2 YN, 112, K Set K3 XN, K4 WN 1 19 70, 1 12 Auto W Keep Warm Color 84, 1 12 Color Space sRGB Record ...
Specifi cations Camera Product type Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens system Lens M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on Approx. twice the focal length of the lens a 35 mm fi...
White balance Product type Image pickup device Mode setting Auto/Preset WB (6 settings)/Customized WB/One-touch WB (camera can store up to 4 settings) Recording Memory SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi UHS-II compatible Recording system Digital recording, JPEG (DCF2.0), RAW Data Applicable standards Exif 2.3, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PictBridge Sound with still pictures Wave format...
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Lithium-ion battery MODEL NO. BLS-50 Product type Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity 1210 mAh No. of charge and discharge times Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) Ambient temperature 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Dimensions Approx.
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.
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• Accidentally fi ring the fl ash into their • The camera uses a lithium-ion battery own eyes or those of another child. specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery • Accidentally being injured by the with the specifi ed charger. Do not use any moving parts of the camera.
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• OLYMPUS accepts no liability for any loss of • The Olympus lithium-ion battery is designed data associated with this device. to be used only for the Olympus digital camera.
• Olympus reserves all rights to this manual. Monitor • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor.
The available scientifi c evidence does not show the use of the information contained therein. that any health problems are associated with Olympus reserves the right to alter the features using low power wireless devices. There is no and contents of this publication or software proof, however, that these low power wireless without obligation or advance notice.
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(a) such defect developed under normal and repaired, tampered with, altered, changed, proper use and (b) the Product is covered under or modifi ed by persons other than Olympus’s this limited warranty. own authorized service personnel unless Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective repair by others is made with the written Products shall be Olympus’s sole obligation and...
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PRODUCT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE. IN NO placed and recorded Olympus serial number, EVENT SHALL OLYMPUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY unless they are a model on which Olympus INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL does not place and record serial numbers. OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND...
Product serial number corresponding to your country for the disposal of the serial number on the Product (unless it this product. is a model on which Olympus does not place This symbol [crossed-out wheeled and record serial numbers); bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex 3) A detailed description of the problem;...
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(such as keeping be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, the product under conditions of high free of charge. In order to enable Olympus to temperature and humidity, near insect provide you with the requested warranty services...
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• Micro Four Thirds, Four Thirds, and the Micro Four Thirds and Four Thirds logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of the OLYMPUS CORPORATION in Japan, the United States, the countries of the European Union, and other countries. • Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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