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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.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
If there are additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the
contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Table of Contents
Quick task index
1.
Preparation
2.
Shooting
3.
Playback
4.
Menu functions
Connecting the camera to a
5.
smartphone
Connecting the camera to a
6.
computer and a printer
7.
Cautions
8.
Information
9.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Model No. : IM008

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  • Page 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Model No. : IM008 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

    Table of Contents Shooting in scene mode Quick task index (SCN mode) ........33 Types of scene modes....33 Names of parts Shooting in advanced photo mode ( Z mode) ......37 Preparation AP Mode Options .....37 Unpacking the box contents ..14 [Live Composite]: Live Composite Photography ...38 Charging and inserting the battery ........15...
  • Page 3 Shooting with long exposure Using a fl ash time (BULB/LIVE TIME) ....54 (Flash photography) ....71 Performing the sequential/ Live composite photography self-timer shooting ....73 (dark and light fi eld composite) ........55 Calling shooting options ...74 Shooting with touch screen Processing options operations ........56 (Picture Mode) ......76 Changing ISO sensitivity...
  • Page 4 Applying fi lter effects to Audio Playback .......105 monochrome pictures Viewing My Clips ....105 (Color Filter)......91 Adding still pictures to Adjusting the tone of My Clips ........106 a monochrome image Removing clips from (Monochrome Color)....92 My Clips ........106 Adjusting i-Enhance effects Scrolling Panoramas ....106 (Effect) ........92 Using the touch screen ....107...
  • Page 5 Using the Video Menu ....114 Viewing camera images on TV ...........130 Using the Playback Menu ..115 Shutter speeds when the fl ash Displaying images rotated fi res .........131 (R) ........115 Combinations of JPEG Editing still images (Edit) ..115 image sizes and compression Saving a still image from rates........131...
  • Page 6 Copying pictures to Storage ........156 a computer ........140 Cleaning and checking Installing the PC software ..141 the image pickup device ..156 Installing the OLYMPUS Pixel Mapping - Checking Digital Camera Updater ....141 the image processing functions .........157 User Registration .....141 Direct printing (PictBridge) ..142...

  • Page 7: Quick Task Index

    Quick task index Shooting Just shoot without making any diffi cult AUTO mode (B) settings Shooting in the way you want without Live Guide needing to know technical terms Taking self-portraits Self-portraits Taking stylish pictures Art fi lter Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) Live Guide Taking pictures with a blurred...
  • Page 8 Flash photography Backlight HDR (SCN) Taking pictures of a subject against backlight Gradation (Picture Mode) Spot metering Using the self-timer Self-timer Sequential shooting Sequential shooting Changing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Live Guide Changing photo coloring Picture Mode White balance Picture Mode Processing pictures to match the subject/Taking monotone pictures...
  • Page 9 Increasing the number of pictures that Still image quality mode can be taken Shooting remotely with a Using a remote control smartphone Silent [♥] (SCN) Shooting without the shutter sound Silent [♥] (Z) Zooming in so your subject fi lls more Digital Tele-converter of the frame One-Touch e-Portrait...

  • Page 10: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Synchronizing the date and time Setting the date/time Restoring default settings Reset Changing the menu display language 8 (Beep sound) Turning off the auto focus sound Silent [♥] (SCN) Silent [♥] (Z) 10 EN...
  • Page 11 Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Symbols designating the buttons (respectively the up, down, left, and FGHI right arrow buttons) to press on the arrow pad (P. 13). Notes Points to note when using the camera. Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of Tips your camera.

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts 1 Mode dial ........P. 27 a Stereo microphone ..P. 105, 114, 116 2 Shutter button .........P. 28 b Lens release button ......P. 19 3 ON/OFF button ......P. 20 c Lens lock pin 4 Control dial (P) d Tripod socket ......P.
  • Page 13 F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 68) H (Left) / N (AF target) I (Right) /# (Flash) button (P. 69) button (P. 71) Q button (P. 74, 100) G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) button (P. 73) 8 MENU button .......P. 109 1 Flash pop-up button ......P.

  • Page 14: Preparation

    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 •...

  • Page 15: Charging And Inserting The Battery

    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...
  • Page 16 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.

  • Page 17: Inserting The Card

    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. Cards must be formatted with this camera before fi rst use or after being used with other cameras or computers.

  • Page 18: Attaching A Lens To The Camera

    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.
  • Page 19  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. 150).

  • Page 20: Turning The Camera On

    Turning the camera on Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.  ON/OFF button   Monitor  Battery level The battery level icon will be displayed. j (green): The camera is ready to shoot.

  • Page 21: Initial Setup

    Initial setup After turning the camera on for the fi rst time, perform the initial setup by choosing a language and setting the camera clock. • 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.

  • Page 22: Turning The Camera Off

    Set the date, time, and date format. • Use the HI buttons on the arrow pad to highlight Time items. 2018 Y/M/D • Use the FG buttons on the arrow pad to change the highlighted item. • The clock can be adjusted at any time from the e setup menu.

  • Page 23: Camera Displays Unreadable/Not In The Selected Language

    Camera displays unreadable/not in the selected language If the camera displays are in an unfamiliar language or use characters you are unable to read, you may have accidentally selected the wrong language in the language- selection dialog. Follow the steps below to change languages. 1 Press the MENU button to display the 2 Highlight the e tab using FG and press the Q button.

  • Page 24: Shooting

    Shooting Information displays while shooting Monitor display during still photography 1 2 3 8 9 0 a 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. 17 m ISO sensitivity .........P. 77 2 Connected via wireless LAN n White balance .........P.
  • Page 25 Monitor display during movie mode M-IS M-IS AUTO AUTO C-AF 1:02:03 M Recording level meter ....P. 114 O Movie (exposure) mode ....P. 85 N Silent shooting tab ......P. 65 P Movie effect ........P. 60...

  • Page 26: Switching The Information Display

    Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO INFO button button. 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 S-IS ON S-IS ON S-IS ON...

  • Page 27: Choosing A Shooting Mode And Taking Photos

    Choosing a shooting mode and taking photos 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.
  • Page 28 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...

  • Page 29: Taking High Angle And Low Angle Shots

    Taking high angle and low angle shots You can change the orientation and angle of the monitor. Lower angle Upper angle 1 Press the monitor down. 2 Adjust the angle of the monitor. Rotating the Monitor: Cautions • Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown. Do not use force; failure to observe this precaution could damage the connectors.

  • Page 30: Switching Displays With The U (Shortcut) Button

    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. 33) Live guide (P. 31) Change Color Saturation People Nightscapes Motion Scenery...

  • Page 31: Letting The Camera Choose The Settings (Auto Mode)

    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.
  • Page 32 • Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor. • Frame rates drop the closer the [Express Motions] slider is to [Blurred Motion]. • The fl ash cannot be used when a live guide is set. •...

  • Page 33: Shooting In Scene Mode (Scn Mode)

    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.
  • Page 34 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. 133, 137). Suitable for portrait shooting against a background of night view. Portrait + Raise the fl...
  • Page 35 Subject type Scene mode Description F Landscape Suitable for landscape shooting. ` Sunset Suitable for shooting the sunset. Suitable for shooting at snow-capped mountains, g Beach & Snow seascapes in the sun, and other whitish scenes. Take panoramas with an angle of view of approximately double that of other shots.
  • Page 36 Subject type Scene mode Description i Macro Suitable for close-ups. j Nature Macro Suitable for vivid close-ups of fl owers or insects. Suitable for photos of timetables or other documents. d Documents The camera heightens the contrast between the text and background.

  • Page 37: Shooting In Advanced Photo Mode ( Z Mode)

    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.

  • Page 38: [Live Composite]: Live Composite Photography

    [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”...

  • Page 39: [ Live Time]: Live Time Photography

    [ 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. 37). Press G, use HI to choose the maximum Live Time exposure time, and press the Q button.

  • Page 40: [ Multiple Exposure]: Shooting Multiple Exposures

    [ Multiple Exposure]: Shooting Multiple Exposures Combine two different images on top of one another. Highlight [Multiple Exposure] in the AP mode menu (P. 37) and press the Q button. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. • If the focus indicator blinks, the camera is not in focus. Press the shutter button all the way down for the fi...

  • Page 41: [ Hdr]: Taking Composite Photos With Hdr

    [ 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. 37). Press G, use HI to choose [HDR1] or [HDR2], and press the Q button.

  • Page 42: [ Silent [♥]] Mode

    [ Silent [♥]] Mode Disable camera sounds and lights in situations in which they may be unwelcome. Highlight [Silent [♥]] in the AP mode menu (P. 37) and press the Q button. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. •...

  • Page 43: Shooting A Panorama

    Shooting a Panorama Pan the camera following an on-screen guide to create a single wide-angle (panorama) photo. Highlight [Panorama] in the AP mode menu (P. 37) and press the Q button. Press G, then use HI to highlight the desired Panorama panorama type and press the Q button.

  • Page 44: [Keystone Compensation]

    [ Keystone Compensation] Correct the effects of perspective in photos of buildings or landscapes. Highlight [Keystone Compensation] in the AP mode menu (P. 37) and press the Q button. Make the vertical adjustment while viewing the effect in the display and frame the shot. •...

  • Page 45: [ Ae Bracketing]: Varying Exposure Over A Series Of Shots

    [ 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. 37). Press G, use HI to choose the number of shots, AE Bracketing and press the Q button.

  • Page 46: [ Focus Bracketing]: Varying Focus Distance Over A Series Of Shots

    [ 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. 37). Press G, use HI to choose the amount focus Focus Bracketing distance changes with each shot, and press the Q...

  • Page 47: Using Art Fi Lters (Art Mode)

    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.

  • Page 48: Types Of Art Fi Lters

    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.

  • Page 49: Using [Partial Color]

    Using [ Partial Color] Record only selected hues in color. Select [Partial Color I/II/III] in the art fi lter menu (P. 48). Highlight an effect and press the Q button. • A color ring appears in the display. Color Color Rotate the control dial to select a color.

  • Page 50: Letting The Camera Choose Aperture And Shutter Speed (Program Mode)

    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. S-IS ON S-IS ON ISO-A Exposure...

  • Page 51: Choosing Aperture (Aperture Priority Mode)

    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 control dial to select an aperture value. Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of fi...

  • Page 52: Choosing Shutter Speed (Shutter Priority Mode)

    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 control dial to select shutter speed. Fast shutter speeds freeze motion of fast-moving subjects.

  • Page 53: Choosing Aperture And Shutter Speed (Manual Mode)

    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, rotate the control dial to adjust the shutter speed, and after presssing the F (F) button, rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture.

  • Page 54: Shooting With Long Exposure Time (Bulb/Live Time)

    Shooting with long exposure time ( BULB/ LIVE TIME) Use for photos such as fi reworks or night scenery. In M mode, rotate the control 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.

  • Page 55: Live Composite Photography (Dark And Light Fi Eld Composite)

    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]. •...

  • Page 56: Shooting With Touch Screen Operations

    Shooting with touch screen operations Tap d to cycle through touch screen settings. 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.

  • Page 57: Recording Movies In Photo Shooting Modes

    Recording movies in photo shooting modes The R button can be used for movie recording even when the mode dial is not in the n position. • Be sure that [R REC] is assigned to the R button (P. 95). Press the R button to begin recording.

  • Page 58: Recording Movies In Movie Mode

    Recording movies in movie mode Movie mode can be used to create movies that take advantage of the effects available in photo shooting modes. • Effects can be added to movies in the same way as photographs. g “Adding effects to a movie”...

  • Page 59: Movie Mode Options

    • Use a memory card with a Speed Class of 10 or better when shooting in [Standard] or [Clips] mode. • Depending on the system, some computers may be unable to play movies recorded at [4K]. See the OLYMPUS website for information on the system requirements for viewing 4K movies on a computer.

  • Page 60: Movie Effects

    Movie Effects A variety of effects can be added to movies. You can also zoom in on a selected area of the frame without zooming the lens. Highlight [Standard] in the movie mode option (P. 59) and press the Q button.
  • Page 61  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. ...

  • Page 62: Creating Movies From Clips

    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 (P. 106). Recording Clips Highlight [Clips] in the movie mode option (P.

  • Page 63: Removing A Clip From My Clips

    Removing a clip from My Clips Press G in Step 3. Remove from My Clips. Move a clip to n using FGHI, and press the Q button. 11:24 • The clip removed from My Clips will be a normal movie fi le. •...
  • Page 64 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.

  • Page 65: Recording Slow Motion Movies

    Recording Slow Motion Movies Record slow-motion movies. Footage shot at 120 fps plays back at 30 fps; quality is equivalent to [HD]. Highlight [High-speed] in the movie mode option (P. 59) and press the Q button. Press the R button to start shooting. •...

  • Page 66: Taking Photos In Self-Portrait Mode

    Taking Photos in Self-Portrait Mode Inverting the monitor allows you to take pictures of yourself while you preview the frame. Push the monitor down slightly and swing it downward. Read “Rotating the Monitor: Cautions” (P. 29) before moving the monitor. •...
  • Page 67 Frame the shot. • Be careful that your fi ngers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens. Touch C and shoot. • You can also shoot by touching the subject displayed in the monitor, or by pressing the shutter button. •...

  • Page 68: Using Various Settings

    Using various settings Controlling exposure ( Exposure F) 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 (+) • In mode P, ART mode, movie mode, and some Z modes, exposure compensation can be adjusted by rotating the control dial or by pressing the F (F) button and then using •...

  • Page 69: Selecting The Af Target Mode (Af Target Settings)

    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. 70). Press the N (H) button. Select [I (Single Target)] or [J (9-Target Group)] using the control dial. The camera automatically chooses from the full set of focus o All Targets targets.

  • Page 70: Face Priority Af

    Face priority AF/ Eye priority AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. Press the N (H) button. Press the INFO button. • You can adjust face and eye priority settings. Use HI to select an option and press Q. Selection method Face Priority On Face priority is on.

  • Page 71: Using A Fl Ash (Flash Photography)

    Using a fl ash ( Flash photography) The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. Press the fl ash pop-up button to raise the fl ash. Flash pop-up button Press the # (I) button. Select an item using the control dial and press the Q button.
  • Page 72 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 Fill In 30 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Always fi res 1/30 sec. – curtain Redeye 1/250 sec.* Flash Off...

  • Page 73: Performing The Sequential/ Self-Timer Shooting

    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 the jY (G) button. Highlight one of the following options using HI. Single 1 frame is taken at a time when the shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 74: Calling Shooting Options

    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 W Keep Warm Color WB Auto Settings AUTO AUTO ...
  • Page 75  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 ±...

  • Page 76: Processing Options (Picture Mode)

    Processing options ( Picture Mode) You can select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 89–92). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight Picture Mode.

  • Page 77: Changing Iso Sensitivity (Iso)

    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.

  • Page 78: Adjusting Color (Wb (White Balance))

    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.

  • Page 79: Choosing A Focus Mode (Af Mode)

    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.

  • Page 80: C-Af+Tr (Af Tracking)

    S-AF+MF After pressing the shutter button halfway to focus in [S-AF] (Simultaneous use of mode, you can turn the focus ring to fi ne-adjust focus manually. S-AF mode and MF mode) Press the shutter button halfway to focus; the camera then tracks and maintains focus on the current subject while the shutter button is held in this position.

  • Page 81: Setting The Image Aspect

    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.

  • Page 82: Selecting Image Quality (Movie Quality, Nk)

    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.
  • Page 83 Movie quality Movie quality components 1920×1080 Fine 50p 1920×1080 Fine 25p Choose the desired combination of frame size, bit rate, and frame rate. 1280×720 Fine 25p 1920×1080 Normal 50p 1920×1080 Normal 25p 1280×720 Normal 25p 1920×1080 Super Fine 24p 1 Frame size 1280×720 Super Fine 24p : 1920×1080 : 1280×720...
  • Page 84 The following options are available when [Clips] is selected for movie mode * Movie quality Movie quality components Choose the desired combination of frame size, 1920×1080 Normal 60p bit rate, and frame rate. 1920×1080 Normal 30p 1280×720 Normal 30p 1920×1080 Normal 50p 1920×1080 Normal 25p 1 Frame size 1280×720 Normal 25p...

  • Page 85: Adding Effects To A Movie

    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 n. Press the Q button and use FG to highlight AUTO AUTO AUTO movie (exposure) mode. C-AF C-AF Use HI to choose a value and press the Q...

  • Page 86: Adjusting Fl Ash Output (Flash Intensity Control)

    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. •...

  • Page 87: Reducing Camera Shake (Image Stabilizer)

    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.

  • Page 88: Making Fi Ne Adjustments To White Balance (Wb Compensation)

    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))”...

  • Page 89: Choosing How The Camera Measures Brightness (Metering)

    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...

  • Page 90: Making Fi Ne Adjustments To Contrast (Contrast)

    Making fi ne adjustments to contrast ( Contrast) In the picture mode (P. 76) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to contrast and store the changes. • Adjustments may not be available depending on the shooting mode. Contrast Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. •...

  • Page 91: Making Fi Ne Adjustments To Tone (Gradation)

    Making fi ne adjustments to tone ( Gradation) In the picture mode (P. 76) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to tone and store the changes. • Adjustments may not be available depending on the shooting mode. Gradation Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. •...

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Tone Of A Monochrome Image (Monochrome Color)

    Adjusting the tone of a monochrome image ( Monochrome Color) In the monochrome setting of picture mode (P. 76) 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 ±...

  • Page 93: Setting The Color Reproduction Format (Color Space)

    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. 124) in Custom Menu. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.

  • Page 94: Changing The Brightness Of Highlights And Shadows (Highlight&Shadow Control)

    Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows ( Highlight&Shadow Control) Use [Highlight&Shadow Control] to adjust the brightness of highlights and shadows. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes. Highlight&Shadow Control • In B, ART, SCN, and Z modes, the display of the A ±...

  • Page 95: Assigning Functions To Buttons (Button Function)

    Assigning functions to buttons ( Button Function) At default settings, the following functions are assigned to the buttons: Button Default F Function b (Digital Tele-converter) R Function R REC To change the function assigned to a button, follow the steps below. Press the u button in P/A/S/M modes.
  • Page 96 t (AEL/AFL) Press the button to use AE lock or AF lock. The function changes according to the [AEL/AFL] (P. 127) 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.

  • Page 97: Zoom Frame Af/Zoom Af

     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.

  • Page 98: Playback

    Playback Information display during playback Playback image information Simplifi ed display 7 89 ×10 100-0015 4 : 3 2018.04.01 12:30:00 Overall display ×10 ×10 F5.6 F5.6 +2.0 45mm 45mm +1.0 +1.0 AUTO ISO 400 ISO 400 sRGB Natural Natural 4608×3456 100-0015 4 : 3 2018.04.01 12:30:00...

  • Page 99: Switching The Information Display

    1 Battery level ........P. 20 g AF area pointer .......P. 69 2 Wireless LAN connection..P. 132–139 h Shooting mode......P. 27–58 3 Including GPS information ....P. 137 i Shutter speed ......P. 50–53 4 Eye-Fi upload complete ....P. 126 j Exposure compensation ....P. 68 5 Print order k Aperture value ......P.

  • Page 100: Viewing Photographs And Movies

    Viewing photographs and movies Press the q button. • A photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the control dial or arrow pad. • To return to shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway or press the q button. Control dial Displays Displays...

  • Page 101: Index Display/Calendar Display

    Index display/ Calendar display • From single-frame playback, press the G button for index playback. Press the G button further for My Clips playback and further still for calendar playback. • Press the Q button to return to single-frame playback. 2018.4 My Clips 11:24...

  • Page 102: Slideshow

    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.

  • Page 103: Watching Movies

    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.

  • Page 104: Setting A Transfer Order On Images (Share Order)

    Setting a transfer order on images ( Share Order) You can select images you want to transfer to a smartphone in advance. You can also use OI.Share to browse the images included in the share order. When playing back images you want to transfer, press the Q button to display the playback menu. After selecting [Share Order] and pressing the Q button, press F or G to set a share order on an image and display h.

  • Page 105: Audio Recording

    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.

  • Page 106: Adding Still Pictures To My Clips

    Adding still pictures to My Clips You can also select still pictures and add them to My Clips. Display the still picture you wish to add and press the Q button to display the menu. Select [Add to My Clips] and press the Q button. Using FGHI, select My Clips and the order in which you wish to add the pictures, then press the Q button.

  • Page 107: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen to manipulate images. • Do not tap the display with your fi ngernails or other sharp objects. • Gloves or monitor covers may interfere with touch screen operation. Single-frame playback ...

  • Page 108: Selecting And Protecting Images

    Selecting and protecting images To view the touch menu, lightly tap the display (single- frame playback) or tap the icon (index playback). You can then perform the desired operation by tapping the icons in the touch menu. 2018.04.01 12:30:00 Select an image. You can select multiple images and delete them collectively. Images you want to share with a smartphone can be set.

  • Page 109: Menu Functions

    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. 110) n Movie mode settings (P.

  • Page 110: Using Shooting Menu 1/ Shooting Menu 2

    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 S-IS On K Image Stabilizer S-IS On AF Illuminator AF Illuminator K Elec.

  • Page 111: Processing Options (Picture Mode)

    Processing options ( Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 76) settings. Changes to parameters are stored for each picture mode separately. Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1 and Shooting Menu 1 Reset press the Q button.

  • Page 112: Choosing A Zoom Speed (K Elec. Zoom Speed)

    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.

  • Page 113: Wireless Remote Control Fl Ash Photography (# Rc Mode)

    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. Wireless remote control fl ash photography (# RC Mode) You can take wireless fl...

  • Page 114: Using The Video Menu

    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.

  • Page 115: Using The Playback Menu

    Using the Playback Menu Playback Menu y (P. 102) Playback Menu Edit Edit Print Order Print Order (P. 145) Reset Protect Reset Protect (P. 118) Reset share Order Device Connection Reset share Order (P. 104) Back Device Connection (P. 133) 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.
  • Page 116 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 control dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to specify the crop position.

  • Page 117: Saving A Still Image From A Movie (In-Movie Image Capture)

    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.

  • Page 118: Trimming Movies (Movie Trimming)

    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.

  • Page 119: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the setup menu Use the e Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu Card Setup ’--.--.-- --:--:-- English j±0 k±0 Rec View 0.5 sec Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings Firmware Back Option Description Card Setup Format the card and delete all images. Set the camera clock.

  • Page 120: Formatting The Card (Card Setup)

    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.

  • Page 121: Using The Custom Menus

    Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the G Custom Menu. Custom Menu AF/MF A. AF/MF Button/Dial AEL/AFL S1/C2/M1 Face Priority N/O Disp/8/PC (P. 122) MF Assist P/Q Exp/ISO/BULB (P. 123) Reset Lens # Custom (P. 124) K/WB/Color (P.

  • Page 122: N Disp/8/Pc

    N Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description For each shooting mode except movie, choose whether K Control pressing the Q button displays live controls or LV super 74,   7 5 Settings controls. Choose the information displayed when the INFO button G/Info Settings is pressed.

  • Page 123: P Exp/Iso/Bulb

    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.

  • Page 124: B # Custom

    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 68,  ...

  • Page 125: Record

    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.

  • Page 126: K Utility

    c K Utility MENU Option Description Pixel Mapping The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. Level Adjust You can calibrate the angle of the level gauge. [Reset]: Resets adjusted values to the default settings. —...

  • Page 127: Ael/Afl

    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...

  • Page 128: Adding Information Displays

    Adding information displays [ G/Info Settings] MENU q Info (Playback information displays) q Info Use [q Info] to add the following playback information Image Only Overall displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during playback. You can also Highlight&Shadow choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting.
  • Page 129 G Settings ( Index/ calendar display) G Settings 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 C 25 be displayed by default with [G Settings]. Displays indicated C 100 My Clips by a check mark can be viewed by pressing G repeatedly...

  • Page 130: Viewing Camera Images On Tv

    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.) HDMI micro connector...

  • Page 131: Shutter Speeds When The Fl Ash Fi Res

    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.

  • Page 132: Connecting The Camera To A Smartphone

    • Operation is not guaranteed on all smartphones. Things you can do with the specifi ed app, OLYMPUS Image Share ( OI.Share) • Download images from the camera to the smartphone You can load images in the camera to a smartphone.

  • Page 133: Adjusting Settings For Connection To A Smartphone

    • The Bluetooth local name and passcode, the Wi-Fi SSID and password, and a QR code are displayed in the monitor. Connection Setup Scan the QR code, using the Olympus Image Share app. QR code Bluetooth local name Bluetooth Passcode...

  • Page 134: Wireless Settings For When The Camera Is Off

    Wireless Settings for When the Camera Is Off You can choose whether the camera will maintain a wireless connection to the smartphone when off. Highlight [Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings] in the e setup menu and press the Q button. Highlight [Power-off Standby] and press I. Highlight the desired option and press the Q button.
  • Page 135 Notes • If left active, the wireless connection will automatically terminate if: - the connection remains inactive for 24 hours - the memory card is removed - the camera is connected to a computer via USB The connection can be restored by turning the camera on. •...

  • Page 136: Transferring Images To A Smartphone

    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. 104) Start [Device Connection] on the camera.

  • Page 137: Shooting Remotely With A Smartphone

    Shooting remotely with a smartphone You can shoot remotely by operating the camera with a smartphone. Start [Device Connection] on the camera. • You can also connect by tapping in the monitor. Launch OI.Share and tap the Remote button. Tap the shutter button to shoot. •...

  • Page 138: Resetting Wireless Lan/Bluetooth Settings

    Resetting wireless LAN/Bluetooth settings ® To restore [Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings] to default values: Select [Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings] in the e Setup Menu and press the Q button. Select [Reset Settings] and press I. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. • The following settings will be reset: Option Default Availability...

  • Page 139: Disabling Wireless Lan/Bluetooth

    Disabling wireless LAN/Bluetooth   ® To disable wireless LAN/Bluetooth ® Select [Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings] in the e Setup Menu and press the Q button. Select [Availability] and press I. Select [Off] and press the Q button. Notes • To disable wireless LAN/Bluetooth ®...

  • Page 140: Connecting The Camera To A Computer And A Printer

    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 connected to a computer via USB, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host. If it is not, select [Auto] for [USB Mode] (P.

  • Page 141: Installing The Pc Software

    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.

  • Page 142: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)

    Direct printing ( PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. • RAW images and movies cannot be printed. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Micro-USB connector Smaller terminal USB cable...
  • Page 143 Setting the print paper items This setting varies with the type of printer. If only the printer’s STANDARD setting is available, you cannot change the setting. Size Sets the paper size that the printer supports. Selects whether the picture is printed on the entire page or inside a Borderless blank frame.

  • Page 144: Easy Printing

     Cancelling printing  To cancel printing, highlight [Cancel] and press the Q button. Note that any changes to the print order will be lost; to cancel printing and return to the previous step, where you can make changes to the current print order, press MENU. Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable.

  • Page 145: Print Order (Dpof)

    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.

  • Page 146: Removing All Or Selected Pictures From The Print Order

    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. •...

  • Page 147: Cautions

    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.

  • Page 148: Using Your Charger Abroad

    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”...

  • Page 149: Record Mode And Fi Le Size/Number Of Storable Still Pictures

    • 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.

  • Page 150: Interchangeable Lenses

    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.

  • Page 151: External Fl Ash Units Designated For Use With This Camera

    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...
  • Page 152 Adjust the settings for each group in the RC mode display. Group Flash intensity value Normal fl ash/Super FP fl ash • Select the fl ash control • Switch between normal mode and adjust the fl ash fl ash and Super FP fl ash. intensity separately for A Mode each group.

  • Page 153: Other External Fl Ash Units

    • Using obsolete fl ash units that apply currents of more than about 24 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.

  • Page 154: System Chart

    : 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.
  • Page 155 Flash FL-14 FL-900R FL-300R FL-600R STF-8 Electronic Flash Electronic Flash Electronic Flash Electronic Flash Macro Flash 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...

  • Page 156: Cleaning And Storing The Camera

    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.

  • Page 157: Pixel Mapping - Checking The Image Processing Functions

    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.

  • Page 158: Information

    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 •...
  • Page 159 Unable to focus • The camera cannot focus on subjects that are too close to the camera or that are not suited to autofocus (the AF confi rmation mark will blink in the monitor). Increase the distance to the subject or focus on a high contrast object at the same distance from the camera as your main subject, compose the shot, and shoot.
  • Page 160 Set functions are restored to their factory default settings When you rotate the mode dial or turn off the power in a shooting mode other than P, A, S, M, or n, any settings you have altered will be reset to default values. Image taken appears whitish This may occur when the picture is taken in backlight or semi-backlight conditions.

  • Page 161: Playback Display

    Changing the number of frames or adding frames to the index playback display Use the [G/Info Settings] > [G Settings] option in custom menu N to change the number of frames shown in or add frames to the index playback display (P. 129). Hiding menu guides Press the INFO button to hide or show on-screen guides in the menu display (P.

  • Page 162: Error Codes

    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.
  • Page 163 Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Y/M/D The clock is not set. Set the clock (P. 22). 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.
  • Page 164 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.

  • Page 165: Defaults

    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   Sequential shooting/Self-timer o   AF target settings   Flash photography ...

  • Page 166: Q Playback Menu

    q Playback Menu Function Default Start ― ― ― Happy Days   Slide   Slide Interval 3 sec  ― Movie Interval Short  ―   RAW Data Edit ― JPEG Edit ― Sel. Image 117,   Movie Edit ―...
  • Page 167 Function Default Disp/8/PC LV-C  ― P/A/S/M LV-C  ― K Control 75,   1 22 Settings LV-C  ― LV-C  ― SCN/Z q Info Image Only, Overall   G/Info Custom1 (u), Custom2 122,   LV-Info  ― Settings (Level Gauge) G Settings...

  • Page 168: E Setup Menu

    Function Default K/WB/Color K1 YF, K2 YN, 124,   K Set   K3 XN, K4 WN Auto   78,   1 24 W Keep Warm Color   Color Space sRGB   93,   1 24 Record X File Name Reset ...

  • Page 169: Specifi Cations

    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...
  • Page 170 Recording Memory SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi 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 Movie MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio Stereo, PCM 48kHz Playback Display format Single-frame playback/Close-up playback/Index display/Calendar display/ My Clips Drive...
  • Page 171  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.

  • Page 172: Safety Precautions

    CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
  • Page 173 • 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.
  • Page 174 • OLYMPUS accepts no liability for any loss of • The Olympus lithium-ion battery is designed to be used only for the Olympus digital data associated with this device.

  • Page 175: Legal And Other Notices

    Be sure to the implied warranty, so the above limitations disable wireless LAN/Bluetooth functions ® may not apply to you. onboard aircraft (P. 139). • Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

  • Page 176: Copyright Notice

    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.
  • Page 177 (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...
  • Page 178 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...
  • Page 179 Product serial number corresponding to the serial number on the Product (unless it Please use the return and is a model on which Olympus does not place collection systems available in and record serial numbers); your country for the disposal of the waste batteries.
  • Page 180 (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...
  • Page 181 ® and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by OLYMPUS CORPORATION is under license. • The standards for camera fi le systems referred to in this manual are the “Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF”...

  • Page 182: Index

    Index Symbols AF Mode ..........79 Movie ..........114 8 (Beep sound) .......122 AF target settings ........69 0 (Protect) ........103 AF tracking ..........80 # Slow Limit......124, 131 AP Mode ..........37 #+WB ..........124 ART (Art fi lter) ........47 # X-Sync........124, 131 Art fade ..........60 # RC Mode ........151 Aspect ratio..........81...
  • Page 183 Connection Focus Bracketing .........46 Computer ........140 Focus mode .........79 Printer ..........142 Focus ring ..........79 Smartphone ........132 Format ..........120 Continuous AF ........79 Contrast ..........90 GPS log ..........137 Control Settings .........122 Gradation ..........91 Copyright Settings ......125 Custom Menu ......121, 166 HDMI .........122, 130 HDR .............41 Date/time setting (X) ......21 Highlight&Shadow Control....94...
  • Page 184 OI.Palette...........132 OI.Share ..........132 OI.Track ..........132 Language setting (W) ..... 119 Old fi lm ..........60 Level Adjust ........126 OLYMPUS Viewer 3 ......141 Level gauge .........26 One shot echo ........60 Light Trails ...........34 One-touch white balance (k) ..79, 96 Live Bulb ..........123 Live composite photography..38, 55...
  • Page 185 S (Shutter priority mode) .....52 Video Bit Rate ......82, 114 S-AF+MF (Single AF and Video Frame Rate ....... 82, 114 Manual focus) ........80 Video Menu ....... 114, 165 S-AF (Single AF)........79 Volume adjustment ......103 Saturation ..........90 SCN (Scene)........33 SD card..........148 WB .............124 Formatting the card ......120 White balance ........78...
  • Page 187 date of issue 2018.01. WD398900...

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