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Olympus IS-2DLX Instructions Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
Before using your IS-2DLX, read this manual
carefully to ensure correct use.
We recommend that you take test shots to ge t
accustomed to your IS-2DLX before taking
important photographs.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS Before using your IS-2DLX, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use. We recommend that you take test shots to ge t accustomed to your IS-2DLX before taking important photographs.

  • Page 2: Main Features

    Thank you for purchasing the Olympus IS-2DLX. Built-in 35mm ~ 135mm approx. 4X zoom lens for increased shooting range. Full-fledged macro functions include Zoom Macro for subjects as close as 0.6 m (2 ft), Super Macro for subjects as close as 0.39 m (1.3 ft), and 1:1 Macro* which captures life-size images of small subjects on film.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PREPARATIONS BASIC OPERATIONS ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS TAKING BETTER PICTURES CAMERA MAINTENANCE Names and functions of parts Viewfinder display/LCD panel Attaching the strap Loading the batteries Loading the film Taking pictures Unloading the film Using the focus lock Flash photography Selftimer Macro photography Using the subject modes Flash Effects of zoom and its advantages 55...

  • Page 4: Names And Functions Of Parts

    NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS Hot shoe cover Shift buttons Selects the exposure compensation level, aperture setting and shutter speed. Shutter release button AF illuminator Also blinks when the selftimer is activated. Power ON/OFF switch Flash Flash release (See p. 21.) Strap attachment stud Zoom (T/W) buttons (See p.
  • Page 5 Viewfinder (See p. 6.) PF button Flash mode button* Selftimer button Drive mode button* +/- button Exposure mode button* Macro button Subject mode button* Mid-roll rewind button Date MODE, SET and ADJUST buttons Spot button (See p. 51.) — Film window For confirmation of film ISO speed Back cover...

  • Page 6: Viewfinder Display/Lcd Panel

    VIEWFINDER DISPLAY/LCD PANEL VIEWFINDER DISPLAY Spot frame Autofocus frame Flash Panorama marks* *Optional IS/L PANORAMA ADAPTER is required. LCD PANEL Shutter speed Selftimer Single-frame advance Continuous-frame advance Double exposure Program auto-exposure Exposure compensation indicator Aperture-preferred auto exposure Manual exposure Exposure counter/Exposure compensation level Date-time indicator Aperture setting/1:1 Macro* information...

  • Page 7: Attaching The Strap

    ATTACHING THE STRAP Put the strap mount into the guide hole. Push the strap mount onto the camera's strap attachment stud, and pull it to adjust the strap's length.

  • Page 8: Loading The Batteries

    Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR123A or DL123A). Turn the lock screw on the bottom of the camera counter-clockwise to open the battery cover. The types of batteries that can be used are also shown inside the battery cover. LOADING THE BATTERIES Insert the batteries as shown and replace the cover, turning the lock...

  • Page 9: Checking The Batteries

    CHECKING THE BATTERIES Turn the power switch Press the reset button to check the batteries. Batteries are OK. The mark disappears when the finger is released from the button. Batteries are low. Have spares handy. Blinks Batteries should be replaced immediately.

  • Page 10: Points To Remember

    Hold the Camera Correctly. Correct. Note: As the focal length becomes larger, shaking the camera becomes more noticeable. Hold the camera firmly with both hands to keep from shaking the camera. POINTS TO REMEMBER Correct. Incorrect. Caution: Keep your fingers away from the lens, AF illuminator and flash.

  • Page 11: Shutter Release

    Proper Shutter Release. Depress The shutter release button halfway. To lock the focus. The image is clear and the autofocus indicator lights in the viewfinder. Practice before loading the film. Depress the shutter release button fully. To release the shutter and take the picture.

  • Page 12: Reset Operation

    Reset operation restores the standard shooting mode, for worry-free photography that anyone can perform. Also use this mode when you don't know what operation to perform. Press the reset button. The camera will return to the standard shooting mode, and other set modes will be canceled.

  • Page 13: Loading The Film

    LOADING THE FILM Slide the back cover Insert the film cartridge. release upward to open the back cover. Note: Use DX-coded film. Caution: Do not touch the shutter curtain when loading.
  • Page 14 Pass the edge of the film under the film guide, and align the film leader with the film loading indicator. Film loading indicator Note: Make sure the film is lying flat. If not, push the cartridge down. Film guide...
  • Page 15 Close the back cover. The film automatically advances to the first frame. Turn the power switch The exposure counter on the LCD panel reads . Note: If blinks in the exposure counter, reload the film.

  • Page 16: Taking Pictures

    Follow the procedure here to cover ordinary photography. Remove the lens cap, and turn the power switch ON. The lens advances, and the LCD panel lights. Note: If no operation is made for approx. 30 seconds, the LCD panel goes out and will come on again when the operation is resumed.

  • Page 17: Position Your Subject

    How to Use the Zoom Buttons Telephoto: Press the button to zoom in. Max. telephoto focal length: 135mm Wide-angle: Press the button to zoom out. Max. wide-angle focal length: 35 mm Position your subject within the autofocus frame. Autofocus frame...
  • Page 18 Depress the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus indicator lights when the subject is in focus. It will blink if the subject is difficult for the autofocus to lock on, and when the subject is too close. Note: When the autofocus indicator doesn't light, the shutter won't release.
  • Page 19 The camera automatically rewinds the film when you reach the end of a roll. Make sure the motor has stopped and the is blinking on the LCD panel, before opening the back cover and removing the film. • If the power is turned OFF while rewinding, operations will stop.

  • Page 20: Using The Focus Lock

    USING THE FOCUS LOCK To avoid taking out-of-focus pictures When the main subject is not in the center of the Autofocus frame, use the focus lock. Position the autofocus frame on your subject and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus indicator lights in the viewfinder.

  • Page 21: Flash Photography

    FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY This camera has two flash tubes that are automatically selected and fired according to the shooting conditions. There are also various flash modes that can be selected to match...
  • Page 22 Use the function and flash mode buttons to select the mode. When the function button the mode selected by using the flash mode button starts blinking. Press the function button to engage the mode. is pressed, The engaged mode is blinking. Note: The blinking indication's mode can also be engaged directly by pressing the shutter release button.
  • Page 23 AUTO (Auto Flash Mode) The flash fires automatically when there is insufficient light. Use this mode normally. When blinks in the viewfinder, the flash should be used. Slide the flash release. When the flash is flipped up, the camera will start recharging the flash.
  • Page 24 Press the shutter release button. Notes: • The shutter speed is automatically set at 1/100-sec. when the flash fires. If the subject requires a faster shutter speed, the flash won't fire. • If the subject is too far, the shutter speed and aperture indicator will blink in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is depressed halfway.
  • Page 25 AUTO-S (Red-Eye Reducing Flash) Approximately 20 pre-flashes are emitted before the main flash fires, significantly reducing the phenomenon of "red-eye" (when a subject's eyes appear red). This mode is the same as Auto Flash except for the pre-flashes. Flip up the flash, and select the Auto-S mode.

  • Page 26: Mode Button

    FILL-IN (Forced Activation) In this mode, the flash always fires, Even in backlighting, both the subject and background can be shot clearly. And portraits look lively by reflecting light into the subject's eyes, Make sure the exposure mode is set to P (program).

  • Page 27: Selftimer

    SELFTIMER To put yourself in the picture Position the autofocus frame Press the selftimer button. is displayed on the on the subject. Press the LCD panel. shutter release button half- way to focus on the subject, The focus and exposure will be locked.
  • Page 28 Press the shutter release button fully to activate the selftimer. The shutter will be released 12 seconds later. The viewfinder display disappears and the AF illuminator and Notes: •Use a tripod, etc., to hold the camera steady. •The selftimer will be automatically canceled after the shot.

  • Page 29: Macro Photography

    MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY Macro (Close-up) Modes Zoom Macro Working distance: 0.6 m (2 ft) ~ (Focal length: 35mm ~ 100mm) Super Macro Working distance: 0.39 m(1.3 ft) ~ (Focal length: 70 mm) 1:1 Macro Full scale on the film Notes: •When the subject is closer than 1.2 m (4 ft), the subject may not be in focus even though the AF illuminator lights.

  • Page 30: Super Macro

    Super Macro An area of approximately 12 X18 cm (4- 3/4X7-1/16 in) will fill the entire frame, Press the macro button, the LCD panel, The lens is then set at 70mm Shoot from as close as 0,39 m (1.3 ft) to the subject, lights in the view/finder.
  • Page 31 The correct 1:1 Macro distance will be displayed on the LCD panel, will also appear to check if the subject can be focused in the present position. Checking the 1:1 Macro Distance The current distance is correct. The subject can be focused in the present position.

  • Page 32: Using The Subject Modes

    USING THE SUBJECT MODES There are three subject modes for optimal results when taking pictures of various subjects. Subject Modes Display Sports To shoot fast-moving subjects. (p. 34) Portrait To take pictures with blurred backgrounds for a "portrait" effect. (p. 35) Night Scene To shoot night scenes or night scenes with subjects in...
  • Page 33 Press the subject button to select the mode. The selected subject mode is blinking. Note: The Program Auto-exposure mode will be engaged, and the correct drive and flash modes will be selected. Press the function button again to engage the mode. The selected subject mode lights.
  • Page 34 In this mode, the camera automatically selects both a faster shutter speed and the Continuous Shooting mode. This results in increased clarity, and lets you capture fast moving photo opportunities you might otherwise miss. Select the Sports mode to display panel.

  • Page 35: The Lcd Panel

    To take pictures with blurred backgrounds for a "portrait" effect. Portrait mode lets you take beautiful portrait photographs, This is especially effective when the lens is at the telephoto setting. Select the Portrait mode to display the LCD panel. Note: The aperture is wide open. PORTRAIT Press the shutter release button .

  • Page 36: Night Scene

    NIGHT SCENE To shoot night scenes or night scenes with subjects in the foreground In this mode, the camera automatically selects the ideal exposure compensation for shooting night scenes free of subjects, and for shooting night scenes with subjects in the foreground. Shooting Night Scenes Free of Subjects Select the Night Scene Press the shutter release...

  • Page 37: The Shutter Release Button

    Shooting Night Scenes with Subjects in the Foreground (Slow-Synchro) Engage the Night Scene mode. Flip up the flash. Press the shutter release button. Both the subject and background will be perfectly exposed. Note: Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low-light situations, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurred pictures caused by shaking the camera.

  • Page 38: Using The Drive Modes

    USING THE DRIVE MODES There are two film-advance modes in addition to the standard single-frame advance mode. Drive Modes Display Single Standard single-frame advance mode Continuous Shooting The camera releases the shutter continuously while keeping moving subjects in focus and correctly exposed.
  • Page 39 Press the function button Press the drive mode button to select the mode. to engage the mode. The selected drive mode is The selected drive mode blinking. lights. Note: The blinking indication's mode can also be engaged directly by pressing the shutter release button.

  • Page 40: Continuous Shooting

    CONTINUOUS SHOOTING The camera releases the shutter continuously while keeping moving subjects in focus and correctly exposed. Select the Continuous Shooting mode to display C on the LCD panel. Notes: •The camera exposes a maximum of approximately 2 frames per second. •When used in combination with the flash, the flash may not fire after the second frame.

  • Page 41: Double Exposure

    DOUBLE EXPOSURE You can expose two images on a single frame. Select the Double Exposure mode to display D.EXP on the LCD panel. Press the shutter release button fully to take the first exposure. D.EXP on the LCD panel will blink. The film will not be advanced.
  • Page 42 Take the second exposure. The film will advance, and the Double Exposure mode will be canceled. Note: The Double Exposure mode cannot be canceled after the first shot.

  • Page 43: Using The Exposure Modes

    USING THE EXPOSURE MODES Exposure Modes Display Function Program Auto (ESP metering) Both the aperture and shutter speed are set automatically.Standard exposure mode for ordinary shooting. Aperture-Preferred Auto (center- weighted average metering) The aperture is set manually, and the camera automatically controls the correct shutter speed.
  • Page 44 Press the exposure mode button to select the mode. The selected exposure mode is blinking. Press the function button to engage the mode. The selected exposure mode lights. Note: The blinking indication's mode can also be engaged directly by pressing the shutter release button.
  • Page 45 APERTURE-PREFERRED AUTO Auto-exposure photography can be performed to control background blur. Enter the Aperture-Prefer- red Auto mode. Press the shift buttons to adjust the aperture setting. Note: Larger aperture settings such as F5.6 will often give a blurred background, and smaller aperture settings such as F22 will give a sharper background.

  • Page 46: Manual Exposure

    Select the Manual Exposure mode to display M on the LCD panel. MANUAL EXPOSURE Press the shift button to adjust the aperture.
  • Page 47 While pressing the +/- button, press the shift- button to adjust the shutter speed. The exposure level will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder. + Blinks: Overexposed + Lights: Slightly overexposed ± Lights: Correctly exposed - Lights: Slightly underexposed - Blinks: Underexposed...
  • Page 48 Flash Photography in the Manual Exposure Mode Flip up the flash, and set the shutter speed to 1/100- sec. or slower. Set the aperture setting according to the camera-to-subject distance in the table below. Aperture setting (color negative film) Super Zoom Macro Macro Distance...

  • Page 49: Exposure Compensation

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The exposure compensation levels can be set up to ±4EV in 1 /3EV steps. While pressing the +/- button, press the shift button to set the desired compensation level. The exposure level is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Note: While pressing the +/- button, the exposure counter changes to the compensation level display.

  • Page 50: Pf (Power Focus)

    When the distance at which you want to shoot is predetermined, you can set the focus in advance and wait until the photo opportunity comes. Focus on the subject by using autofocus first. Then press the PF button to display on the LCD panel.

  • Page 51: Spot Metering

    SPOT METERING In this mode, the camera limits light metering to the subject's particular area such as a face and sets the correct exposure. Position the subject for spot metering within the spot frame, and press the SPOT button. (Make sure) displayed on the LCD panel and in the...

  • Page 52: Flash

    The zoom flash sacrifices the effective use of the light's intensity for even distribution. To achieve both optimal condensing intensity and even distribution, Olympus developed the dual-strobe flash system with two sets of tubes and a reflective backing that are ideal for both wide- angle and telephoto photography.
  • Page 53 (ISO 100 • ft) in order to obtain natural-looking results, even if the lens is set at telephoto, the upper flash will automatically fire. Even during macro photography, the flash light won't be obstructed by the tip of the lens since the intelligent variable-power flash is placed up and to the side of the camera.
  • Page 54 Direct Flash Bounce (with simultaneous use of the built-in flash) Multi Flash Normal Slow-Synchro (Curtain-1 Synchro) Follow-Synchro (Curtain-2 Synchro)

  • Page 55: Effects Of Zoom And Its Advantages

    EFFECTS OF ZOOM AND ITS ADVANTAGES In a zoom lens, the focal length is changed by moving part of the lens. In the case of the IS-2, any focal length between 35 mm and 135 mm can be selected. •35 mm wide-angle Because the angle of view is wide and the depth of field is large, sharp photographs with enhanced perspective and contrast can be taken.
  • Page 56 • The five pictures below are samples taken using the zoom lens. Notice the dimensions of the subject as the camera zooms in. The three pictures on the right were taken without changing the subject's size. Notice how the background and foreground tend to blur at increased focal lengths. •...

  • Page 57: Autofocus (Af)

    AUTOFOCUS (AF) Difficult Subjects for Autofocus to Lock On Although the IS-2's autofocus can lock on virtually any subject, there are certain conditions, such as be possible to obtain the correct focus. In the situations shown below in , autofocus may not lock on the correct subject even though the autofocus indicator lights and the shutter releases.
  • Page 58 Two subjects at different distances • When the subject looks out-of- focus although the autofocus lamp lights, use the power focus to manually focus on the subject. Subjects with repetitive patterns • When the subject looks out-of- focus although the autofocus lamp lights, use the power focus to manually focus on the subject.

  • Page 59: Exposure

    Automatic Exposure Mode Exposure refers to the amount of light which strikes the film, and is controlled by a combination of aperture size and shutter speed. The correct amount of light, called correct exposure, depends on the film speed (indicated on the film package, e.g.
  • Page 60 Night Scene Mode When shooting night scenes you may sometimes be disappointed with the result, usually because the camera's automatic exposure function works on a standard exposure ratio. In such situations a professional photographer would adjust for exposure compensation based on long experience, or select the manual shooting mode.

  • Page 61: Metering The Amount Of Light

    METERING THE AMOUNT OF LIGHT Light Metering Light metering can measure the brightness of the framed picture in various ways. The IS-2 employs three metering systems: (1) ESP light metering , (2) center-weighted average light metering, and (3) spot metering. The IS-2 allows you to select the light metering system most suitable in any photographic situation.

  • Page 62: Film Speed

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Fixed Proper Exposure Proper exposure refers to the balance of light and dark in a photo. When shooting a black and white wall, the exposure will be based on the average ratio of black and white — thus the overall exposure is set for gray.

  • Page 63: Macro Photography

    MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY Zoom Macro The IS-2 has an automatic macro function that enables you to shoot subjects as close as 0.6 m (2 ft) when the focal length is set from 35mm to 100mm. The autofocus and built-in flash can also be used with this function, which can fill the frame with an area of approx.
  • Page 64 IS/L LENS A-LIFE SIZE MACRO H.Q. CONVERTER f=13cm (Optional) This is a dedicated close-up converter that lets you capture life-size images of small subjects on film (when the focal length is 135mm), for genuine macro photography. When standard-size prints are made, the images become approx.
  • Page 65 Picture Area...

  • Page 66: Panorama Photography

    PANORAMA PHOTOGRAPHY (OPTIONAL) By mounting the optional IS/L PANORAMA ADAPTER inside the camera, panorama pictures can be taken. Zoom in and out with the adapter mounted to obtain various compositions. When the optional IS/L LENS A-28 H.Q. CONVERTER 0.8X is used with the adapter, wide-angle panorama photography is possible, adding extension and depth to pictures.

  • Page 67: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) IS/L LENS A-200 IS/L LENS A-28 IS/L LENS A-LIFE SIZE IS/L LENS Electronic Flash H.Q. CONVERTER H.Q. CONVERTER A-MACRO H.Q. MACRO H.Q. CONVERTER f=13cm CONVERTER 1.5X 0.8X f=40cm IS/L PANORAMA ADAPTER Soft Case A Grip Strap A Variable Dioptric Adapter A M-Remote Cord 1.2m/5m...

  • Page 68: Care And Storage

    WATER, SUCH AS FROM RAIN. • DO NOT EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO DUST AND SAND. CARE AND STORAGE WARNING • NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE CAMERA; IT CONTAINS A HIGH-VOLTAGE CIRCUIT. In case of malfunction, consult your nearest Olympus dealer or Olympus service center.

  • Page 69: Battery Handling

    BATTERY HANDLING NOTES • Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. • When the camera is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. • Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip or to a cold area. •...

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Operating Problems Symptom The camera does The power is OFF. not work. The batteries are loaded incorrectly. The batteries are exhausted. The batteries are temporarily unable to function. The loaded film has been rewound. The film is incorrectly loaded. The displays turn The LCD panel and viewfinder displays off suddenly.
  • Page 71 Symptom The camera doesn't The autofocus may not work when the focus on the subject subject is out of the AF illuminator's even though the AF working distance (approx. 1 .2 ~ 6 m/3.9 illuminator lights. ~ 20 ft) or when the subject has low contrast (blue or black).
  • Page 72 Problems with Printed Pictures Symptom The subjects' eyes This "red-eye phenomenon" occurs with appear red in all cameras when a flash is used. It is caused by light from the flash reflecting printed pictures. off retina at the back of the eye. Red-eye varies depending on the individual and the shooting conditions such as ambient lighting.

  • Page 73: Questions And Answers

    25 rolls of 24- exposure film on which the flash was used on half of all the shots (determined under Olympus test conditions). If you do not use the flash and zoom very often, the batteries will last much longer.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    35mm ~ 135mm zoom lens. Film format: 35mm standard DX-coded film (24 X 36mm) Lens: Olympus lens (filter available, 49mm filter diameter) 35mm ~ 135mm F4.5 ~ 5.6, 16 elements in 15 groups (5-group zoom construction) with extraordinary dispersion (ED) glass at third element in the first zoom lens group.
  • Page 75 Film advance: Automatic film winding, consecutive winding max. 2.3 frames/sec. (in PF mode, under Olympus test conditions), double exposure possible. Film rewind: Automatic film rewind (automatic rewind activated at end of film, automatic rewind stop). Rewind is possible at any point with rewind button.
  • Page 76 Crossways Park, Woodbury, New York 11797-2087, U.S.A. Tel. 516-364-3000 OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO.(EUROPA) GMBH Postfach 104908, Wendenstrasse 14-16, 2000 Hamburg 1, Germany. Tel. 040-23773-0 OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (U.K) LTD. 2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1Y OTX, United Kingdom. Tel. 071-253-2772 PRINTED IN JAPAN 0392.

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