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DIGITAL CAMERA
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Before you start to use your new camera, please read the "Safety Precautions"
section in this manual.
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.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there
are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera,
the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Basic guide
Review the camera part names
and the basic steps for shooting
and playback.
Table of Contents P. 20
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  • Page 1 The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

  • Page 2: Names Of Parts And Functions

    Camera Built-in flash Mode dial gP. 73 gP. 4 Hot shoe gP. 75 Power switch gP. 14 # (flash) button Control dial (j) gP. 19, 26 gP. 73 j/Y/< F (Exposure (Sequential shooting/ compensation) button gP. 48 Self-timer/Remote control) button gP. 57-60, 92 Shutter button COPY/<...
  • Page 3 Eyecup gP. 58 Diopter adjustment dial gP. 14 Viewfinder gP. 6 AEL/AFL button gP. 37, 49, 90 LCD monitor gP. 8, 9, 36 0 (Protect) button gP. 87 q (Playback) button gP. 79 o (Image stabilizer) button gP. 60 S (Erase) button <...

  • Page 4: Mode Dial

    Mode dial The mode dial allows you to change the camera settings easily according to the subject. Easy shooting modes • Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions automatically. • When rotating the mode dial or turning off the power in the easy shooting modes, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.
  • Page 5 Types of scene modes Icon Mode Icon Mode PORTRAIT MACRO LANDSCAPE NATURE MACRO & LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT CANDLE NIGHT SCENE SUNSET NIGHT+PORTRAIT FIREWORKS CHILDREN DOCUMENTS SPORT PANORAMA HIGH KEY BEACH & SNOW LOW KEY UNDERWATER WIDE DIS MODE UNDERWATER MACRO Advanced shooting modes •...

  • Page 6: Viewfinder

    Viewfinder AF target gP. 54 Image stabilizer gP. 60 Aperture value gP. 43-46 Shutter speed AF confirmation mark gP. 43-46 gP. 16, 43 , 56 Flash gP. 70 (blinks: charging in progress, White balance lights up: charging completed) (Displayed when set to a setting other than auto white balance.) gP.

  • Page 7: Super Control Panel

    Super control panel The following screen allows the display and setting of shooting settings at the same time and is called the super control panel. Press the INFO button to display the super control panel on the LCD monitor. g“Using the super control panel” (P. 28) Shutter speed gP.

  • Page 8: Lcd Monitor (Live View)

    LCD monitor (Live view) You can use the LCD monitor to view the subject while shooting. Press the u button to use live view. g“Using live view” (P. 36) Metering mode Aperture value gP. 43-46 gP. 47 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Flash mode gP.

  • Page 9: Lcd Monitor (Playback)

    LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g“Information display” (P. 82) Record mode gP. 62 Focal length gP. 123 (The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.) Battery check gP. 6 Shooting mode gP. 4 Card gP.

  • Page 10: Unpack The Box Contents

    If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera Body cap Strap BLM-1 Lithium ion battery BCM-2 Lithium ion USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master 2 charger CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Eyepiece cover Attaching the strap Lastly, pull the strap tight Attach the other end of...

  • Page 11: Preparations For Shooting

    Preparing the battery Charging the battery BLM-1 Lithium ion battery Charging indicator Red light: Charging in progress Green light: Charging completed (Charging time: Approx. 5 hours) Remove the protection cap from the battery. BCM-2 Lithium ion charger AC cable Align the battery with the AC wall outlet arrow.

  • Page 12: Attaching A Lens To The Camera

    Attaching a lens to the camera Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens Rear cap Body cap Attach a lens to the camera Lens attachment mark (Red) Alignment mark (Red) • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into...

  • Page 13: Loading The Card

    Loading the card xD-Picture Card CompactFlash/Microdrive Open the card cover. Open the card cover. Insert the card’s contact area into the slot as Insert the card until it is locked into place. far as it can go. Card cover Card access lamp xD-Picture Card slot CF card slot mark...

  • Page 14: Power On

    Power on Set the camera’s power switch to ON. • To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF. Mode dial Power switch Set the mode dial to AUTO. SSWF indicator INFO button LCD monitor AUTO When the camera is turned on, 2008.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date/Time

    Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. MENU button Press the MENU button •...

  • Page 16: Shooting

    Shooting Viewfinder Place the AF target on the subject while viewing Shutter button through the viewfinder Card access lamp Adjust the focus Press the shutter button halfway. Viewfinder Super control panel Aperture value F5.6 AUTO 2008. 08.16 Shutter speed AF confirmation arge mark Normal...
  • Page 17 Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash. Horizontal grip Vertical grip It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a Taking a picture viewfinder and check the subject’s composition, while viewing the or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 18: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Pressing the q button displays the last picture Playing back taken. images Displays the frame that is stored 10 q button frames back Displays the Displays the previous frame next frame Arrow pad Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames ahead Each time you turn the control dial towards U, the Close-up...

  • Page 19: Indications Used In This Manual

    Indications used in this manual The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to indicate the operation buttons in this manual. See “Names of parts and functions” (gP. 2). In this manual, j indicates the control dial. The following symbols are used throughout this manual.

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Basic guide Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting and playback. Names of parts and functions..................2 Camera ......................2 Mode dial....................... 4 Viewfinder ..................... 6 Super control panel ..................7 LCD monitor (Live view)................8 LCD monitor (Playback) ................
  • Page 21 Using live view Functions and operations available only during live view will be explained. Activating live view ......................36 Functions available during live view ............36 The live view mechanism ................37 Taking a picture using live view ...................37 AF operation during live view ..............38 Using the face detection function ................39 Taking a picture using manual focus ................40 Switching the information display ................40...
  • Page 22 Built-in flash shooting ....................73 Flash intensity control....................74 Flash bracketing ......................74 External flash shooting ....................75 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system..........76 Using commercially available flashes................78 Playback functions Describes the functions for image playback.
  • Page 23 Customizing your camera Describes how to customize the camera’s settings. Custom Menu 1 ......................89 a AF/MF ........................89 AF ILLUMINAT....................89 FOCUS RING....................89 RESET LENS ....................89 BULB FOCUSING ..................89 LIVE VIEW AF MODE .................89 b BUTTON/DIAL ......................89 DIAL FUNCTION..................89 DIAL DIRECTION..................90 AEL/AFL ......................90 AEL/AFL MEMO..................91 ;...
  • Page 24 Using the OLYMPUS Master software Describes how to transfer and store your camera images to a computer. Flowchart ........................106 Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software ............106 What is OLYMPUS Master?..............106 Connecting the camera to a computer ..............107...
  • Page 25 Disconnecting the camera from your computer.........108 Viewing still images ....................109 To increase the number of languages ...............110 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master ....110 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information.

  • Page 26: Basic Camera Operations

    Basic camera operations There are three basic ways to make function settings with this camera. 1 Using the direct buttons to operate the camera P. 27 You can make the function settings by rotating the control dial while pressing the direct buttons assigned to a function.

  • Page 27: Using The Direct Buttons

    Using the direct buttons Press the button for the function you want to set. • The direct menu is displayed. e.g.) Setting Sequential/Self-timer/ Control dial Remote control shooting SELECT Direct menu Turn the control dial to change the setting. • Press the i button to confirm your setting. Or if you do not operate the control dial within a few seconds, your setting will be confirmed and the super control panel screen will be restored.

  • Page 28: Using The Super Control Panel

    Using the super control panel Select an item on the super control panel and change the setting. Press the INFO button to display the super Control dial control panel on the LCD monitor. • Press the INFO button again to turn off the super control panel.

  • Page 29: Using The Menu

    Using the menu Press the MENU button. • The menu is displayed on the LCD monitor. CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE i button GRADATION NORM AUTO CANCEL SELECT MENU button p Arrow pad Operation guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen. : Press the MENU button to cancel the setting.

  • Page 30: Resetting To The Factory Default Settings

    Resetting to the factory default settings Normally, current camera settings (including any changes you have made) are retained when the power is turned off. To reset the camera to the factory default settings, set [RESET]. You can register settings in advance to [RESET1] and [RESET2]. The camera settings at that time are registered in [RESET1] and [RESET2].

  • Page 31: Shooting Guides K Improving Your Shooting Skills

    Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills Basic function guides To familiarize yourself with the camera, you can start off by taking pictures of surrounding subjects, such as children, flowers and pets. If the pictures taken are not to your liking, try adjusting some of the settings below.

  • Page 32: Color K White Balance

    Color k White balance Besides sunlight, there are other sources for illuminating the subject, such as tungsten and fluorescent lighting. These types of lighting contain particular colors; therefore, the same white object shot under different lighting has slightly different colors. Even under the same sunlight, the colors in the picture differ depending on the sky conditions, the shadows of trees or buildings, and other factors.
  • Page 33 Changing shooting mode The proper shooting method varies depending on whether you are trying to capture the silence of a still scene or the dynamism of a motion scene. • To capture the depth of a forest, focus with a wider range of the image.

  • Page 34: Taking Flower Pictures

    Taking flower pictures The proper method for taking pictures of flowers differs depending on whether you want to capture, for example, a single flower, a field of blooming flowers, a deep red rose, or the light color of a sweet pea. Changing white balance There are many colors of flowers ranging from light to vivid ones.

  • Page 35: Taking Night Scene Pictures

    Changing lenses When the blooming flowers are few and sparse, take the picture using a telephoto lens. With a telephoto lens, you take pictures in which subjects at different distances appear closer together, giving the impression of a more densely blooming flower field. Using the telescopic feature of the zoom lens also achieves the same effect, but it is easier to achieve this effect when the focal length of the lens is longer, such as 150 mm or 200 mm, rather than 54 mm.

  • Page 36: Using Live View

    Using live view Activating live view It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder. You can view the exposure or white balance effect and the subject’s composition while you take the picture. Press the u button. • The mirror is raised and the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 37: The Live View Mechanism

    (approximate then shooting way. focus) * For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visit the Olympus website. When you are using a lens that is not compatible with [IMAGER AF], [HYBRID AF] will be selected automatically.

  • Page 38: Af Operation During Live View

    Taking a picture with [IMAGER AF] Press the shutter button halfway. AF confirmation mark • When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark and AF target mark light up. 250 F5.6 F5.6 Press the shutter button all the way to take a I - AF picture.

  • Page 39: Using The Face Detection Function

    [HYBRID AF] When you press the shutter button halfway, focusing is performed approximately by the Imager AF and you can check the subject on the LCD monitor. When you press the shutter button all the way, the AF is activated in the same way as with the [AF SENSOR] setting. The approximate focusing distance is obtained when the shutter button is pressed halfway so the time it takes to actually take the picture after pressing the shutter button all the way is shortened.

  • Page 40: Taking A Picture Using Manual Focus

    If the camera detects a face, a frame will be 250 F5.6 F5.6 displayed in that location. • When you press the shutter button, the camera will focus on the position of the face detection frame (however, if a single AF target is selected with [AF AREA], the camera will focus on the AF target selected).

  • Page 41: Taking A Picture While Comparing The Effect

    Taking a picture while comparing the effect You can check the effect of exposure compensation or white balance on a 4-split screen. Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the comparison screen. g“Switching the information display” (P. 40) • The exposure compensation comparison screen is displayed.

  • Page 42: Panorama Shooting

    Notes • Panorama shooting cannot be done if the OLYMPUS xD-Picture Card is not loaded in the camera. • During panorama shooting, the image previously taken for position alignment will not be retained.

  • Page 43: Exposure

    Exposure Program shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to the subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. • When the shutter button is half-pressed, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed on the viewfinder. Releasing the shutter button displays the shutter speed and aperture value on the super control panel screen.

  • Page 44: Aperture Priority Shooting

    Aperture priority shooting The camera sets the optimum shutter speed automatically for the aperture value you have selected. When you open the aperture (decrease the aperture value), the camera will focus within a shorter range (shallow depth of field) and produce a picture with a blurred background.

  • Page 45: Manual Shooting

    Set the mode dial to S and turn the control dial to set the shutter speed. Slower shutter speed Aperture value Shutter speed AF confirmation mark Shooting mode Viewfinder Faster shutter speed TIPS The picture looks blurred: j The possibility of camera shake spoiling your picture increases greatly during macro or ultra- telephoto shooting.

  • Page 46: Bulb Shooting

    Exposure level indicator Underexposure F5.6 -0.3 Overexposure 2008. 08.16 Optimum exposure arge Normal Noise in images During shooting at slow shutter speeds, noise may appear on-screen. These phenomena are caused when current is generated in those sections of the image pickup device that are not normally exposed to light, resulting in a rise in temperature in the image pickup device or image pickup device drive circuit.

  • Page 47: Preview Function

    Preview function The viewfinder shows the focused area (depth of field) with the selected aperture value. For the preview function to work by pressing the < button, it is necessary to set the function of the < button on the menu beforehand. g“;...

  • Page 48: Exposure Compensation

    J Center weighted averaging metering This metering mode provides the average metering between the subject and the background lighting, placing more weight on the subject at the center. Use this mode when you do not want the light level of the background to affect the exposure value. n Spot metering The camera meters a very small area around the center of the subject, defined by the spot metering area mark in the viewfinder.

  • Page 49: Ae Lock

    • The exposure compensation indicator is displayed. The Exposure compensation indicator exposure compensation indicator will not be displayed when the exposure is compensated by 0. +2.0 When set to 1/3 EV increments 2008. 08.16 1/3 EV When set to 1/2 EV increments arge Normal 1/2 EV...

  • Page 50: Ae Bracketing

    AE bracketing The camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for each frame. Even in conditions where correct exposure is difficult to obtain (such as a backlit subject or a scene at dusk), you can pick the picture you prefer from a selected number of frames with a variety of different exposure settings (exposure and compensation values).

  • Page 51: Iso Sensitivity Setting

    ISO sensitivity setting The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in low light conditions. However, higher values may give pictures a grainy appearance. ISO j Direct button i p: [ISO] Super control panel MENU [W] [ISO] Menu...

  • Page 52: Focusing And Shooting Functions

    Focusing and shooting functions AF mode selection The three focus modes S-AF, C-AF, and MF are available with this camera. You can take pictures by combining S-AF or C-AF mode with MF mode. AF j Direct button i p: [AF MODE] Super control panel MENU [X] [AF MODE] Menu...

  • Page 53: C-Af (Continuous Af)

    C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway. When the subject is in motion, the camera focuses on the subject in anticipation of its movement (Predictive AF). Even if the subject moves or you change the composition of the picture, the camera continues trying to focus.

  • Page 54: Af Target Selection

    TIPS Another way to adjust focus manually in C-AF mode: j You can set the AEL/AFL button to operate C-AF. g“AEL/AFL” (P. 90) Notes • If the shutter button is pressed again after fine-adjusting the focus with the focus ring, the AF is activated and your adjustments are canceled.

  • Page 55: Registering The Af Target Position

    Registering the AF target position You can register the position of a frequently used AF target. You can then quickly load that registered setting (“home position”) and use it when shooting. Registering When selecting an AF target, press the < button and the F button at the same time.

  • Page 56: Focus Lock K If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained

    Focus lock k If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera’s auto focus may not be able to focus on the subject in situations such as when the subject is not in the center of the frame. If this happens, the easiest solution is to use focus lock.

  • Page 57: Sequential Shooting

    Sequential shooting Single-frame shooting o Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). Sequential shooting j Shoots at 3.5 frames/sec. for as long as the shutter button is pressed (during JPEG). • Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button.

  • Page 58: Self-Timer Shooting

    Self-timer shooting This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can set the camera to release the shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. For the setting method, see “Sequential shooting” (gP. 57). Press the shutter button all the way.
  • Page 59 Mount the camera securely on a tripod, point the remote control at the remote control receiver on the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control. • When <0s is selected : The focus and exposure are locked, the remote control lamp blinks and the picture is taken.

  • Page 60: Anti-Shock

    Bulb shooting with the remote control Set the mode dial to M, then set the shutter speed to [BULB]. g“Bulb shooting” (P. 46) Press the W button on the remote control to open the shutter. Press the T button to close the When the time set in “BULB shutter.

  • Page 61: Checking The Image Stabilizer Effect With Live View

    • If the image stabilizer icon is displayed in red on the monitor, it indicates a failure of the image stabilizer function. If you take a picture as is, the composition may be off. Consult your Olympus Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 62: Record Mode, White Balance, And Picture Mode

    This is unprocessed data that has not undergone changes in white balance, sharpness, contrast or color. To display as an image on the computer, use OLYMPUS Master. RAW data cannot be displayed on a different camera or by using common software, and it cannot be selected for print reservation.

  • Page 63: Selecting The Record Mode

    Selecting the record mode JPEG For JPEG, you can register 4 combinations of images sizes (Y, X, W) and compression rates (SF, F, N, B) from the 12 total combinations available. g“K SET” (P. 96) When you select the X or W image size, you can further select the pixel size. g“PIXEL COUNT”...

  • Page 64: Selecting The White Balance

    Selecting the white balance Color reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight or tungsten lighting is reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each. With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital processor.

  • Page 65: Setting The Auto/Preset/Custom White Balance

    Setting the auto/preset/custom white balance You can adjust the white balance by selecting the appropriate color temperature for the light conditions. WB j Direct button F button i p: [WB] Super control panel • Custom white balance is set by selecting [CWB] and turning the control dial while pressing down the F button.

  • Page 66: Setting The One-Touch White Balance

    TIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: j After setting the compensation value, point the camera at the subject to take test shots. When the AEL/AFL button is pressed, sample images that have been taken with the current WB settings are displayed.

  • Page 67: Wb Bracketing

    WB bracketing Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) are automatically created from one shot. One image has the specified white balance, while the others are the same image adjusted in different color directions. MENU [X] [WB BKT] Menu •...

  • Page 68: Gradation

    The adjustable parameters are classified according to the i NATURAL picture modes. J ±0 The individual parameters are as follows. CONTRAST N ±0 [CONTRAST] : Distinction between light and dark SHARPNESS [SHARPNESS] : Sharpness of the image T ±0 SATURATION [SATURATION] : Vividness of the color [B&W FILTER] : Creates a black and white image.

  • Page 69: Noise Reduction

    Noise reduction This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. With [NOISE REDUCT.], you can let the camera reduce noise automatically to produce clearer images. When set to [AUTO], noise reduction will be activated only when the shutter speed is slow.

  • Page 70: Flash Shooting

    Flash shooting Flash mode setting The camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as firing pattern and flash timing. Available flash modes depend on the exposure mode. The flash modes are available to optional external flashes. Auto flash AUTO The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
  • Page 71 Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) #SLOW2/2nd CURTAIN 2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the tail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. In S/M mode, the flash always fires.
  • Page 72 Manual flash This allows the built-in flash to output a fixed amount of light. To shoot with manual flash, set the f-number on the lens based on the distance to the subject. Ratio of amount of light GN: Guide number (Equivalent to ISO 100) FULL (1/1) 1/16...

  • Page 73: Built-In Flash Shooting

    See “RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C” (gP. 93) Notes • When [#RC MODE] is set to [ON], the built-in flash will fire only to communicate with the external flash so it will not function as a flash. g“Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system” (P. 76)

  • Page 74: Flash Intensity Control

    Flash intensity control The flash intensity can be adjusted from +3 to -3. In some situations (e.g., when shooting small subjects, distant backgrounds, etc.), you may get better results by adjusting the amount of light emitted by the flash (“flash intensity”). It is useful when you intend to increase the contrast (distinction between light and dark) of images to make the images more vivid.

  • Page 75: External Flash Shooting

    External flash shooting In addition to the camera’s built-in flash capabilities, you can use any of the external flash units specified for use with this camera. This enables you to take advantage of a wider variety of flash shooting techniques to suit different shooting conditions. The external flashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s flash modes with various available flash control modes, such as TTL-AUTO and Super FP flash.

  • Page 76: Shooting With The Olympus Wireless Rc Flash System

    Normal Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system Wireless flash shooting is possible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system. With this wireless flash system, you can take pictures using multiple wireless flashes and control the flashes in three groups (A, B, and C). The built-in flash is used to communicate between the camera and the external flashes.
  • Page 77 Set RC mode on the camera to [ON]. • MENU [X] [#RC MODE] [ON] • The super control panel switches to RC mode. • You can press the INFO button to switch the super control panel display. Use the super control panel to set the flash mode and other settings for each group.

  • Page 78: Using Commercially Available Flashes

    Using commercially available flashes You cannot use the camera to adjust the amount of light emitted from a commercially available flash except for a flash specified for use with this camera. To use a commercially available flash, connect it to the hot shoe. Set the camera’s shooting mode to M. Remove the hot shoe cover to connect the flash unit to the camera.

  • Page 79: Playback Functions

    Playback functions Single-frame/Close-up playback The basic procedure for viewing pictures are as shown below. However, before using any of these functions, follow Step 1 below. You can set the camera to automatically switch to single-frame playback mode after shooting. g“REC VIEW” (P. 99) Press the q button (Single-frame playback).

  • Page 80: Light Box Display

    Light box display You can view the playback image and another image together on the left and right sides of the monitor. This is useful if you want to compare images you recorded using bracketing. Press the P button during single-frame playback. MENU button •...

  • Page 81: Index Display/Calendar Display

    Index display/Calendar display This function lets you show several images on the monitor at the same time. This is useful when you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image. During single-frame playback, each time you turn the dial toward G, the number of images shown changes between 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 and 100 pictures.

  • Page 82: Information Display

    Information display This allows you to display detailed information about the image. Luminance information can also be displayed with histogram and highlight graphs. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired information is displayed. • This setting is stored and will be shown the next time the information display is called up.

  • Page 83: Slideshow

    Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. Images are displayed one by one for about 5 seconds starting from the currently displayed image. Slideshow can be performed using index display. You can select the number of frames displayed during slideshow from 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 or 100.

  • Page 84: Playback On Tv

    Playback on TV Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. Turn the camera and TV off, and connect the video cable as illustrated. Turn on the TV and set it to the video input mode.
  • Page 85 Editing images recorded in JPEG data format [SHADOW ADJ] Brightens a dark backlit subject. [REDEYE FIX] Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. Set the trimming size with the control dial and the trimming position with the arrow pad. [BLACK & WHITE] Creates black and white images. [SEPIA] Creates sepia-toned images.

  • Page 86: Copying Images

    Copying images This function lets you copy images to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be selected if both cards are inserted. The selected card is the copying source. g“CF/xD” (P. 98) Single-frame copy COPY/<...

  • Page 87: Protecting Images

    Protecting images Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the single- frame or all-frame erase function. Single-frame protect Play back the image you want to protect and press the 0 0 button button. •...

  • Page 88: Erasing Images

    Erasing images Lets you erase recorded images. You can select single-frame erase, which erases only the currently displayed image; all-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card; or selected frame erase, which erases only the frames selected. Notes •...

  • Page 89: Customizing Your Camera

    Customizing your camera Use the custom menus to customize the camera for ease of use. Use Custom Menu 1 to customize the shooting functions and Custom Menu 2 to set the basic camera functions. Custom Menu 1 has 9 tabs (a to i) that are divided according to the functions to be set. AEL/AFL AF/MF DIAL FUNCTION...

  • Page 90: Dial Direction

    F button + j Mode Setting % (program shift) Program shift Exposure compensation Exposure compensation Program shift FNo. Aperture value Exposure compensation Exposure compensation Aperture value SHUTTER Shutter speed Exposure compensation Exposure compensation Shutter speed SHUTTER Shutter speed Aperture value FNo.

  • Page 91: Ael/Afl Memo

    Basic operations [mode1] For determining the metered exposure while focusing. AE lock is activated while pressing the AEL/AFL button, allowing you to adjust the focus and determine the exposure separately. [mode2] For determining the exposure when you press the shutter button fully. This is useful for shooting scenes with significant changes in lighting, such as on a stage.

  • Page 92: Function

    j FUNCTION Other functions can be assigned to the j/Y/< button. [j/</Y] g“Sequential shooting” (P. 57), “Self-timer shooting” (P. 58), “Remote control shooting” (P. 58) [AF AREA] g“AF target selection” (P. 54) [AF MODE] g“AF mode selection” (P. 52) [WB] g“Selecting the white balance”...

  • Page 93: Release/J

    The selection screen for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. [STORAGE] Allows you to transfer images to a computer. Also, select to use the OLYMPUS Master software via PC connection. [MTP] Allows you to transfer images to a computer running Windows Vista without using the OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 94: Live View Boost

    [CONTROL] Allows you to control the camera from a PC using the optional OLYMPUS Studio. [<EASY] Can be set when connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Pictures can be printed directly without using a PC. g“Connecting the camera to a printer”...

  • Page 95: Aelmetering

    AELMetering You can set the metering mode when pressing the AEL/AFL button to lock the exposure. • [AUTO] performs metering in the mode selected under [METERING]. BULB TIMER You can select the maximum time (in minutes) for bulb shooting. Custom Menu 1 f # CUSTOM #X-SYNC.

  • Page 96: Color Space

    COLOR SPACE You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer. The first character in image file names indicates the current color space. g“FILE NAME” (P. 97) Pmdd0000.jpg [sRGB] Standardized color space for Windows. [Adobe RGB] Color space that can be set with Adobe P : sRGB Photoshop.

  • Page 97: Raw+Jpeg Erase

    RAW+JPEG ERASE You can select the method to erase images recorded in RAW+JPEG. This function can only be used to erase one frame. [JPEG] Erases all JPEG image files, leaving only the RAW image files. [RAW] Erases all RAW image files, leaving only the JPEG image files. [RAW+JPEG] Erases both image file types.

  • Page 98: K Utility

    You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from ENGLISH to another language. • You can add another language to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to Help in OLYMPUS Master software. g“Using the OLYMPUS Master...

  • Page 99: Video Out

    VIDEO OUT You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. You will need to set this when you want to connect the camera to a TV and play back images in a foreign country. Make sure the correct video signal type is selected before connecting the video cable.

  • Page 100: Printing

    Printing Print reservation (DPOF) Print reservation Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time information) with the pictures stored on the card. Pictures set with print reservation can be printed using the following methods. Printing using a DPOF-compatible photo lab You can print the pictures using the print reservation data.

  • Page 101: All-Frame Reservation

    Select the date and time format and press the i button. [NO] The pictures are printed without the date and time. [DATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date. DATE [TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time. TIME CANCEL SELECT...

  • Page 102: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)

    Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture Select [<] and press the i button. Select [KEEP] and press the i button. Use bd to select the frame with print reservation data you want to reset, then press c to set the number of prints to 0. Press the i button when you have finished.

  • Page 103: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the camera to a printer Use the provided USB cable to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Turn the printer on and connect the camera’s multi-connector to the printer’s USB port with the USB cable. • For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer’s manual.

  • Page 104: Custom Printing

    Custom printing Follow the operation guide to set a print option. PRINT MODE SELECT Selecting the print mode PRINT Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print ALL PRINT modes are as shown below. MULTI PRINT [PRINT] Prints selected pictures. [ALL PRINT] Prints all the pictures stored in the ALL INDEX...
  • Page 105 Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when printing. [<×] Sets the number of prints. PRINT INFO [DATE] Prints the date and time recorded on the picture.

  • Page 106: Using The Olympus Master Software

    Developing RAW images organized by shooting date, allowing you to quickly find the particular images you want. For information about OLYMPUS Master’s other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to “Help” in OLYMPUS Master software.

  • Page 107: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    ”. Macintosh • iPhoto is the default image management application for Mac OS. When you connect your Olympus digital camera for the first time, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master. Notes • When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.

  • Page 108: Start Up The Olympus Master Software

    • The browse window is displayed. • When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the OLYMPUS Master initial setting screen and user registration screen are displayed before the browse window. Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 109: Viewing Still Images

    • The selected album image is displayed in the thumbnail area. Double-click the still picture thumbnail that you want to view. • OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit window and the picture is enlarged. • Click “Back” to return to the browse window.

  • Page 110: To Increase The Number Of Languages

    Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. This can be done even without using OLYMPUS Master. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection:...

  • Page 111: Shooting Tips And Maintenance

    Shooting tips and maintenance Shooting tips and information Tips before you start taking pictures 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 112 Other things instead of the subject are in focus on the respective AF targets • Set [AF AREA] to R and focus on the center of the image. g“AF target selection” (P. 54) The subject is moving quickly • Focus the camera on a point roughly the same distance away as the subject you want to shoot (by pressing the shutter button halfway), and then recompose your picture and wait for the subject to enter the frame.
  • Page 113 Set the image stabilizer function • This function reduces camera shake, enabling you to hold the camera and take pictures in low light situations with the flash off. g“Image stabilizer” (P. 60) Set g (Scene mode) to [q] (DIS MODE) •...

  • Page 114: Additional Shooting Tips And Information

    Using a new card If you use a non-Olympus card or a card used for another application, such as for a computer, the message [CARD ERROR] is displayed. To use this card with this camera, use the [FORMAT] function to format the card. g“Formatting the card” (P. 121)
  • Page 115 Cannot use the Imager AF Imager AF is available only when using compatible lenses. For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visit the Olympus website. Selecting the optimal record mode Record modes are divided into 2 main types: RAW and JPEG. RAW records without reflecting the settings for white balance, contrast, etc.

  • Page 116: Playback Tips

    To view recorded images in RAW Install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. You can use the RAW development function in OLYMPUS Master to develop the RAW image in the camera setting used during shooting, as well as change detailed settings such as white balance and contrast.

  • Page 117: Error Codes

    Error codes Viewfinder Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action indications The card is not Insert a card or insert inserted, or it cannot a different card. Normal indication be recognized. NO CARD There is a problem Insert the card again. with the card.
  • Page 118 Viewfinder Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action indications The selected picture Use image processing cannot be displayed software to view the for playback due to a picture on a PC. problem with this If that cannot be done, No indication picture.

  • Page 119: Camera Maintenance

    Viewfinder Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action indications The printer’s paper Do not manipulate the cassette has been printer while making SETTINGS removed or the printer settings on the No indication CHANGED has been manipulated camera. while making settings on the camera. There is a problem Turn off camera and with the printer and/or...

  • Page 120: Cleaning Mode K Removing Dust

    If dust or dirt gets on the image pickup device, black dots may appear in the picture. Contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to have the image pickup device physically cleaned. The image pickup device is a precision device and is easily damaged. When cleaning the image pickup device yourself, be sure to follow the instructions below.

  • Page 121: Information

    When discarding, destroy the card to prevent leakage of personal information. Formatting the card Non-Olympus cards or cards formatted on a computer must be formatted with the camera before they can be used. All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted.

  • Page 122: Battery And Charger

    Four Thirds mount Developed by Olympus as the lens mount standard for the Four Thirds system. These all-new interchangeable lenses featuring the Four Thirds mount were developed from the ground up based on optic engineering exclusively for digital cameras.

  • Page 123: Zuiko Digital Lens Specifications

    Focal length At the same focal length of a 35-mm camera, a Four Thirds system camera can achieve a focal length equivalent to twice that of a 35-mm camera. This enables the design of compact telephoto lenses. A 14-50 mm Four Thirds system lens, for example, is equivalent to a 28- 100 mm lens for a 35-mm camera.
  • Page 124 Main Specifications Items 17.5-45 mm 14-42 mm 40-150 mm Mount FOUR THIRDS mount Focal length 17.5 - 45 mm 14 - 42 mm 40 - 150 mm Max. aperture f3.5 - 5.6 f3.5 - 5.6 f4 - 5.6 Image angle 63°...

  • Page 125: Program Line Diagram (P Mode)

    Program line diagram (P mode) In the P mode, the camera is programmed such that the aperture value and shutter speed are automatically selected according to the subject’s brightness as shown below. The program line diagram varies with the type of lens mounted. When using the 14 - 42 mm f3.5 - 5.6 zoom lens...

  • Page 126: Flash Modes That Can Be Set By Shooting Mode

    Shooting Warning display Status Action mode example (blinking) The subject is underexposured. • Set the shutter speed slower. • Increase the ISO sensitivity. The subject is overexposured. • Set the shutter speed faster. • Decrease the ISO sensitivity or use a commercially available ND filter (for adjusting the amount of light).

  • Page 127: White Balance Color Temperature

    Super control Shutter Shooting Conditions Conditions to fire panel screen Flash mode speed mode to timing the flash display restrictions Fill-in flash/Slow synchronization 2nd curtain CURTAIN (2nd curtain) Manual flash FULL (FULL) 60 sec. - Always fires Manual flash (1/4) 1/180 sec.

  • Page 128: Record Mode And File Size/Number Of Storable Still Pictures

    Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures The file size in the table is approximate. Number of storable still Record Number of pixels File size Compression File format pictures (with mode (PIXEL COUNT) (MB) 1GB xD-Picture Card) Loss-less Approx.

  • Page 129: Functions That Can Be Registered With My Mode And Custom Reset Setting

    Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Setting Custom Custom My Mode My Mode Function reset setting Function reset setting registration registration registration registration SLEEP Image stabilizer BACKLIT LCD j/Y/< 4 h TIMER AF MODE USB MODE AF AREA LIVE VIEW BOOST g FACE DETECT...

  • Page 130: Menu Directory

    Menu directory Shooting Menu Ref. Function Setting page P. 88 CARD SETUP ALL ERASE/FORMAT P. 121 RESET CUSTOM RESET RESET1 SET/RESET P. 30 RESET2 SET/RESET hVIVID/iNATURAL /jMUTED/ZPORTRAIT/ PICTURE MODE P. 67 MONOTONE/CUSTOM GRADATION P. 68 AUTO/NORMAL /HIGH KEY/LOW KEY RAW/YF/YN /XN/WN/RAW+YF/RAW+YN/RAW+XN/ P.
  • Page 131 Playback Menu Ref. Function Setting page K/L/M/N/O/h/i P. 83 P. 83 OFF/ON RAW DATA EDIT SHADOW ADJ/REDEYE FIX/P/ EDIT P. 84 JPEG EDIT BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA/ SATURATION/Q < </U P. 100 COPY ALL YES/NO P. 86 RESET PROTECT YES/NO P. 87 * Factory default setting Custom Menu 1 Ref.
  • Page 132 Ref. Function Setting page DISP/8/PC P. 93 P. 93 OFF/ON SLEEP P. 93 OFF/1MIN /3MIN/5MIN/10MIN BACKLIT LCD P. 93 8SEC /30SEC/1MIN/HOLD 4 h TIMER P. 93 OFF/4 h AUTO /STORAGE/MTP/CONTROL/<EASY/ USB MODE P. 93 <CUSTOM LIVE VIEW BOOST P. 94 P.

  • Page 133: Glossary

    Custom Menu 2 Ref. Function Setting page P. 15 CF/xD P. 98 Adobe RGB EDIT FILENAME /A-Z/0-9 P. 98 sRGB j -7 - +7 k -7 - +7 P. 98 P. 98 VIDEO OUT P. 99 REC VIEW P. 99 OFF/AUTOq/1SEC - 20SEC (5SEC PIXEL MAPPING P.
  • Page 134 Compression rate Compression is a method of reducing file size by abbreviating some contents of data, and compression rate denotes the amount of compression. The actual effect of the selected compression rate could vary with the content of the image. The numbers for the compression rate selected with this camera provide only a general scale for reference and are not precise measurements.
  • Page 135 NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) / PAL (Phase Alternating Line) Television formats. NTSC is mainly used in Japan, North America and Korea. PAL is mainly used in Europe and China. Number of pixels (PIXEL COUNT) The number of dots (pixels) used to create an image denotes the image size. For instance, an image in 640 ×...

  • Page 136: Specifications

    Specifications Camera specifications Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens Image pickup device Product type : 4/3"...
  • Page 137 Flash control mode : TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL External flash attachment : Hot shoe Wireless flash function : Compatible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system External connector USB connector, VIDEO OUT connector (Multi-connector) Power supply Battery : Li-ion Battery (BLM-1) ×1...
  • Page 138 Battery/charger specifications BLM-1 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. : PS-BLM1 Product type : Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage : DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity : 1500 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) -10°C - 60°C (14°F - 140°F) (operation)

  • Page 139: 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 140 Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.s DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries.
  • Page 141 • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it.
  • Page 142 Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.
  • Page 143 Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 144 Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this. Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1. This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealer’s name, the date of purchase and product type) is...

  • Page 145: Index

    Index Aperture priority shooting A ......44 Symbols Aperture value ..........43 A ............92 Auto flash AUTO ........... 70 CU/HI ..........98 Auto focus ..........56, 112 w+F ............95 AUTO POP UP ..........95 8 (Beep sound) ........... 93 AUTO shooting AUTO ........
  • Page 146 Number of pixels ..........62 GRADATION ..........68 OLYMPUS Master ........106 HIGH KEY ............. 68 Olympus wireless RC flash system ....76 Histogram ........40, 82, 116 One-touch white balance V ....64, 66, 91 Home position p ......... 55 HYBRID AF o ..........37 PAL ..............99...
  • Page 147 UNDERWATER MACRO H ....5, 98 RAW .............. 62 UNDERWATER WIDE I ....... 5, 98 RAW DATA EDIT .......... 84 RAW+JPEG ERASE ........97 USB MODE ........... 93 RAWK ............91 REC VIEW ............. 99 VIDEO OUT ..........99 Record mode K ......62, 63, 128 Viewfinder ...........
  • Page 148 Printed in China...

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