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DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual Model No. : IM036 Thank you for purchasing our digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Be sure you have read and understood the contents of “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, before using this product.
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Table of Contents Introduction..............18 Before You Begin.
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Information displays while shooting............42 Switching between displays.
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On Super Control Panel/LV Super Control Panel..........88 Setting with Super Control Panel/LV Super Control Panel.
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Fine-Tuning Exposure (Exposure Shift)........... . 154 Reducing Flicker Under LED Lighting ( Flicker Scan / Flicker Scan).
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Choosing a Flash Sync Speed ( X-Sync.)..........184 Choosing the Minimum Shutter Speed ( Slow Limit).
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Setting with Super Control Panel/Menu..........219 Setting Picture Mode.
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Enabling Live GND Shooting............250 Configuring Live GND Shooting.
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Recording copies of one picture with different art filters applied (ART BKT)....280 Enabling art filter bracketing............280 Configuring art filter bracketing.
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Index/Calendar playback............. 307 Other functions.
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Configuring the index display ( Settings)..........338 Functions for Configuring Camera Controls.
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Configuring Info Settings............374 Configuring Info Settings.
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Wireless Connection Standby Setting for When the Camera Is On (Bluetooth)....429 Wireless Settings for When the Camera Is Off (Power-off Standby)......430 “Select”.
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The subject appears distorted............478 Lines appear in photographs.
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Introduction Before You Begin Read and Follow Safety Precautions To prevent incorrect operation resulting in fire or other damage to property or harm to yourself or to others, read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (P.541) in its entirety before using the camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life.
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Installing PC Software/Apps OM Workspace This computer application is used to download and view photos and movies recorded with the camera. It can also be used to update the camera firmware. The software can be downloaded from our website. When downloading the software, be prepared to provide the camera serial number. OM Image Share Download pictures marked for sharing to your smartphone.
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About This Manual How to find what you want to know You can use the following methods to find what you want to know in this manual. Search method Where to look Search based on what you want to do “Table of Contents”...
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How to read this manual Supported shooting modes for each function In this manual, the shooting modes in which each shooting function can be used are listed at the top of the function description. Black indicates supported shooting modes, while gray indicates unsupported shooting modes.
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Symbols in this manual The symbols below are used throughout this manual. Indicates an operation performed by pressing the buttons (respectively the up, down, FGHI left, and right arrow buttons) on the arrow pad (c). Indicates an operation performed using the front dial (a). Indicates an operation performed using the rear dial (b).
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Names of parts Mode dial lock (P.50) Self-timer lamp (P.188) Mode dial (P.50) AF illuminator (P.133) Rear dial (P.57, P.60, P.62, P.64, P.95, P.301, Movie recording lamp (P.297) P.333, P.353, P.356) Microphone jack cover Cover for headphone jack (P.289) (Movie) button (P.73) Connector cover (selection) button (P.319) Strap eyelet (P.26)
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Preparation Unpacking the box contents At purchase, the package contains the camera and the following accessories. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. 1 Body cap EP‑15 eyecup Camera 1 Hot shoe cover Strap CB-USB13 USB cable DIGITAL CAMERA...
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Attaching the Strap Before attaching the strap, remove the end from the keeper loop and loosen the strap as shown. Pass the end of the strap through the strap eyelet and back through the keeper loop. Pass the end of the strap through the buckle and tighten as shown. Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet.
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Inserting and removing the battery Inserting the battery Confirm that the ON/OFF lever is in the OFF position. ON/OFF lever Open the battery compartment cover. Battery compartment cover Battery compartment lock Insert the battery. Use only BLX‑1 batteries (P.25, P.485). Direction indicating mark Inserting and removing the battery...
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Close the battery compartment cover. Be sure the battery compartment cover is closed before using the camera. It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the battery in use drains. See also “Batteries” (P.456). Removing the battery Turn off the camera before opening or closing the battery compartment cover.
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Charging the battery The battery will not be fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery before use. The camera can be charged using the following methods. Using the USB-AC adapter F-7AC (sold separately) (P.29) Connecting the camera to a computer (P.440) Using a commercially available USB device (P.31) Charging the battery using an Optional USB-AC adapter...
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The battery charge lamp lights during charging. Charging with the camera turned off takes about 2 hours 30 minutes. The lamp goes out as the batteries reach full charge. Remove the USB cable from the camera. If a charging error occurs, the battery charge lamp will blink. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
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Charging the battery using a USB device The battery inserted in the camera will charge when the camera is connected via a USB cable to a USB PD-compliant USB device. Confirm that the ON/OFF lever is in the OFF position. Connect the camera to the USB device using a USB cable.
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Inserting and removing 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, and SDXC. Cards must be formatted with this camera before first use or after being used with other cameras or computers.
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Removing the card Press the card in to eject it. Pull out the card. Never remove batteries or memory cards while the card write indicator (P.42) is displayed. Usable cards 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, and SDXC.
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Attaching and removing lenses Attaching a lens to the camera “Interchangeable lenses” (P.458) for information on compatible lenses. Confirm that the ON/OFF lever is in the OFF position. Remove the rear cap of the lens and the body cap of the camera.
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Remove the front lens cap. Removing Lenses Confirm that the ON/OFF lever is in the OFF position. Hold the lens release button and rotate the lens as shown. Attaching and removing lenses...
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Using the monitor Rotate the monitor for ease of viewing. The angle of the monitor can be adjusted according to conditions at the time of shooting. 90° 90° 180° 270° 270° Gently rotate the monitor within its range of motion. Attempting to rotate the monitor beyond the limits shown below could damage the connectors.
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Turning the camera on Set the ON/OFF lever to the ON position. When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on and display the super control panel. (LV) button ON/OFF lever Viewfinder Monitor Battery level The camera displays the level of the battery 100% 100% currently in use.
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Sleep Mode If no controls are used for a set period, the camera will automatically enter suspend operation to reduce the drain on the batteries. This is referred to as “sleep mode”. When the camera enters sleep mode, the monitor will turn off and operation will be suspended. Pressing the shutter or button reactivates the camera.
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Initial setup After turning the camera on for the first time, perform the initial setup by choosing a language and setting the camera clock. 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.
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Set the date, time, and date format. Use the buttons to highlight items. Time Use the buttons to change the highlighted item. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Y/M/D The time is displayed using a 24-hour clock. MENU The clock can be adjusted at any time from the menu.
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What to Do If You Can’t Read the Display If you see unfamiliar characters or words in other languages, you may not have selected the language you intended. Follow the steps below to choose another language. Press the MENU button to การตั...
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Shooting Information displays while shooting For information on the super control panel, which appears on the monitor by default, see “Settings Available in the Super Control/LV Super Control Panel” (P.92). Monitor display during still photography [ 99 ] AF Limit 12 13 14 [ 99 ] 1023...
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Battery level (P.37) Flash Intensity Control (P.182) USB PD (P.445) Flash Mode (P.177) Card write indicator (P.28, P.33) ISO sensitivity (P.164) Maximum number of continuous shots (P.190) ISO BKT (P.279) ® Active Bluetooth connection (P.429, P.447) FL BKT (P.278) Remote control (P.447) Highlight &...
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Internal temperature warning (P.479) Flicker Scan (P.155) Touch control lock (P.341) HDMI Output (P.291) AF Targeting Pad (P.142) View Assist (P.242) Zoom operation direction/Focal length Red frame during move recording (P.296) Histogram (P.48) Center Marker (P.293) Multiple Exposure (P.259) WB Auto Lock (P.237) High Res Shot (P.243) Level Gauge (P.48) Focus Stacking (P.254)
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Switching between displays The camera uses an eye sensor to automatically switch between the viewfinder and monitor displays. The viewfinder and monitor display (super control panel/live view) also show information on camera settings. Options are available for controlling display switching and choosing the information shown. The camera monitor displays the super control panel (P.88) by default.
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If the viewfinder is not in focus, put your eye to the viewfinder and focus the display by rotating the diopter adjustment dial. Diopter adjustment dial Display switching and viewfinder display options are available. “Selecting the display style of the viewfinder (EVF Style)” (P.372), “Configuring the eye sensor (Eye Sensor Settings)”...
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Switching the information display A S M A S M A S M You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100% 100%...
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Histogram display A histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image is displayed. The horizontal axis gives the brightness, the vertical axis the number of pixels of each brightness in the image. Areas above the upper limit at shooting are displayed in red, those below the More Dark lower limit in blue, and those within the spot metering range in...
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Rotating the dial Rotate the dial to change modes. Indicator Mode icon Shoot still pictures (P.50). Record movies at normal playback speed (P.73). Slow motion/fast motion movies can be recorded for sensor frame rate different from the playback frame rates (P.73). Sound is not recorded for a movie recorded in mode.
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Using Shooting Modes Types of shooting modes For how to use the various shooting modes, see the following. Program AE (P.57) Aperture-priority AE (P.60) Shutter-priority AE (P.62) Manual exposure (P.64) Bulb/time (P.67) Live composite (P.70) C1/C2/C3/C4/C5 Custom (P.80) When the dial is set to , bulb photography/time photography/live composite photography are not available even the mode dial is set to...
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Shooting still pictures Rotate the dial to Rotate the mode dial to the mode you wish to use. Frame the shot. Be careful that your fingers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens or AF illuminator. Landscape position Portrait position Using Shooting Modes...
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Adjust the focus. Position the AF frame over your subject. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100 % 100 % S - AF S - AF Auto Auto...
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Shooting with touch screen operations A S M A S M A S M You can tap the subject to focus and take a photograph. 60p L - 8 L - 8 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 100% 100%...
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Previewing the subject ( Tap the subject in the display. An AF target will be displayed. Use the slider to choose the size of the frame. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100% 100%...
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Photo Review (Image Review) A S M A S M A S M Pictures are displayed immediately after shooting. This gives you a chance to quickly review the shot. You can choose how long pictures are displayed or disable photo review altogether. To end photo review and resume shooting at any time, press the shutter button halfway.
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Change the settings using the buttons and press FGHI Image Review the OK button. Auto 0.3sec 0.5sec 1sec 2sec Images are not displayed after shooting. MENU Press the MENU button to exit the menus. Using Shooting Modes...
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Letting the camera choose aperture and shutter speed ( : Program AE) A S M A S M The camera chooses the optimal aperture and shutter speed according to subject brightness. Rotate the dial to Rotate the mode dial to Focus and check the display.
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You can use the Fn lever to reverse the roles of the front and rear dials. The Fn lever can also be assigned other roles. “Customizing the Fn Lever (Fn Lever Settings)” (P.357) Subject Too Dark or Too Bright If the camera is unable to achieve optimal exposure, the shutter-speed and aperture displays will flash as shown.
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Program Shift Without changing exposure, you can choose from different combinations of aperture and shutter speed selected automatically by the camera. This is known as program shift. Rotate the rear dial until the camera displays the desired 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100 %...
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Choosing aperture ( : Aperture-Priority AE) A S M A S M In this mode, you choose the aperture (f/-number) and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed for optimal exposure according to subject brightness. Lower aperture values (larger apertures) reduce the depth of the area that appears to be in focus (depth of field), blurring the background.
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Release the shutter. You can choose the functions performed by the front and rear dials. “Assigning Roles to the Front and Rear Dials ( Dial Function / Dial Function)” (P.353) You can use the Fn lever to reverse the roles of the front and rear dials. The Fn lever can also be assigned other roles.
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Choosing shutter speed ( : Shutter-Priority A S M A S M In this mode, you choose the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets aperture for optimal exposure according to subject brightness. Faster shutter speeds appear to “freeze” fast-moving subjects.
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Exposure compensation can also be adjusted using the Fn button. Press the Fn button and then rotate the front or rear dial. Release the shutter. You can choose the functions performed by the front and rear dials. “Assigning Roles to the Front and Rear Dials ( Dial Function / Dial Function)”...
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Choosing aperture and shutter speed ( Manual Exposure) A S M A S M In this mode, you choose the aperture and shutter speed. You can adjust settings according to your goals, for example by combining fast shutter speeds with small apertures (high f/-numbers) for increased depth of field.
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When [Auto] is selected for [ISO], ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted for optimal exposure at the selected exposure settings. [ISO] defaults to [Auto]. “Changing ISO sensitivity (ISO)” (P.164) Release the shutter. You can choose the functions performed by the front and rear dials. “Assigning Roles to the Front and Rear Dials ( Dial Function /...
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Using Exposure Compensation in Mode In mode , exposure compensation is available when [Auto] is selected for [ISO]. Because exposure compensation is performed by adjusting ISO sensitivity, aperture and shutter speed are not affected. “Changing ISO sensitivity (ISO)” (P.164), “Setting the range of ISO sensitivity values selected in [Auto] mode ( ISO-A Upper/Default / ISO-A Upper/Default)”...
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Long Exposures ( : Bulb/Time) A S M A S M Select this mode to leave the shutter open for a long exposure. You can preview the photo in live view and end the exposure when the desired results have been achieved. Use when long exposures are required, for example when photographing night scenes or fireworks.
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Select [Bulb] (for bulb [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 1023 1023 100 % 100 % S - AF S - AF photography) or [Time] (time photography).
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Release the shutter. In bulb and live bulb modes, keep the shutter button pressed. The exposure ends when the button is released. In time and live time modes, press the shutter button all the way down once to start the exposure and again to end it.
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Lighten Blending ( : Live Composite Photography) A S M A S M Select this mode to leave the shutter open for a long exposure. You can view the light trails left by fireworks or stars and photograph them without changing the exposure of the background. The camera combines multiple shots and records them as a single photograph.
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Highlight an exposure time using Choose an exposure time of from 1/2 to 60 s. Press the OK button to save changes. The menus will be displayed. Press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the menu. Adjust aperture. At default settings, aperture can be adjusted using the front dial. Press the shutter button all the way down to ready the camera.
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Display brightness can be adjusted during live composite photography. “Configuring BULB/ TIME/COMP Settings (BULB/TIME/COMP Settings)” (P.273) The exposure time for each exposure made during live composite photography can be chosen in advance using the menus. “Configuring BULB/TIME/COMP Settings (BULB/TIME/COMP Settings)” (P.273) Lighten Blending ( : Live Composite Photography)
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Recording Movies When recording movies, use an SD card that supports an SD speed class of 10 or higher. A UHS-II or UHS-I card with a UHS speed class of 3 or better is required when: [4K] or [C4K] is selected for Movie Resolution, [A-I] (ALL-Intra) is selected for Motion Compensation, or a sensor frame rate of [100fps] or faster is selected for When the camera is used continuously for extended periods, the temperature of the image sensor will rise and noise and color splotches may be visible in the display.
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Rotate the dial to Rotate the front dial to the mode you wish to use. Optimal aperture is set automatically according to the brightness of the subject. Use the front dial or rear dial to adjust exposure compensation. Depiction of background is changed by setting the aperture. Use the front dial to adjust exposure compensation and rear dial to adjust aperture.
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Press the button to begin recording. A beep will be off when the camera focuses in mode. Movie you are recording will be displayed on the monitor. If you put your eye to the viewfinder, movie you are recording will be displayed in the viewfinder.
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Recording movies in photo shooting modes A S M A S M A S M Movies can be recorded in program AE mode even when the dial is in the position. The AF target takes on the shape selected for mode/ mode (P.73).
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Touch Controls (Silent Controls) A S M A S M A S M You can prevent the camera from recording operating sounds that occur due to camera operations while shooting. After tapping an item, tap the displayed arrows to select the settings. [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8...
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Saving Custom Settings to the Mode Dial ( , and Custom Modes) Frequently-used settings and shooting modes can be saved as custom modes and recalled as needed simply by rotating the mode dial. Saved settings can also be recalled from the menus. Custom mode names can be registered to distinguish among the saved custom mode settings (P.83).
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Highlight the desired custom mode ([C1] – [C5]) using Custom Mode buttons and press the OK button. MENU The menu for the selected custom mode will be displayed. Highlight [Assign] using the buttons and press the OK Recall button. Assign Save Settings Reset Custom Mode Name...
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Using Custom Modes ( To recall all saved settings, including the shooting mode: Recalling Settings with the Mode Dial Rotate the dial to to recall a custom mode for photos, or to recall a custom mode for movies. Rotate the mode dial to the desired custom mode ( , or The camera will recall the custom mode.
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Highlight a tab using the front dial. To recall settings for photos: To recall settings for movies: Highlight [1. Basic Settings/Image Quality] using the Basic Settings/Image Quality buttons or the rear dial. Custom Mode Detailed Settings Image Aspect Image Review Shading Comp.
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Settings recalled by pressing a button to which [C1] – [C5] (Custom Mode C1–5) has been assigned Button Function] (P.339) Button Function] (P.339) are disabled when you: Turn the camera off Rotate the dial to another setting Rotate the mode dial to another setting Press the MENU button during shooting Perform a reset Save or recall custom settings...
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Press the MENU button to exit the menus. Setting custom mode names (Custom Mode Name) Custom mode names can be set. Rotate the dial to a desired shooting mode. Press the MENU button to view the menus. Highlight a tab using the front dial. To set names for photos: To set names for movies: Highlight [1.
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Entering characters Press the INFO button to switch between uppercase, 5/12 lowercase and symbols. r t r a Highlight a character using , and press the FGHI OK button to enter. The selected character appears in the character a A # MENU INFO a Character entry area...
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Shooting Settings How to change the shooting settings The camera offers many photography-related functions. Depending on how often you use them, you can access settings via buttons, icons in the display, or menus that can be used for detailed adjustments. Method Description Adjust settings directly using buttons, including those listed below.
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Direct Buttons Functions and Direct Buttons Frequently-used photographic functions are assigned to buttons. These are referred to as “direct buttons”. They are useful when changing the settings frequently according to the subject. The buttons to which functions can be assigned are listed below. Direct buttons during photo shooting Direct button Assigned function...
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Direct buttons during movie/ recording Direct button Assigned function Movie recording (P.73) button Fn button Exposure compensation (P.151) [EVF Auto Switch] (P.403) by pressing and holding the button (LV) button CP button AE Lock (P.158) AF-ON button AF-ON (P.114, P.115) Arrow pad ( (AF-target selection) (P.103) FGHI...
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Super Control Panel/LV Super Control Panel On Super Control Panel/LV Super Control Panel The super control panel/LV super control panel lists shooting settings and their current values. Use the super control panel when framing shots in the viewfinder, the LV super control panel when framing shots in the monitor (“live view”).
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LV Super Control Panel (Live View Photography) To display the LV super control panel in the monitor, press the OK button during live view. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100% 100%...
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Setting with Super Control Panel/LV Super Control Panel This section explains how to operate super control panel/LV super control panel using [Subject Detection] as an example. Press the OK button. If you press the button during live view, the LV super control Shooting Mode panel will be displayed in the monitor.
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Additional Options Pressing the OK button or tapping the item in Step 2 displays options for the highlighted setting. You can also configure items by tapping the setting values directly in the display. In some cases, additional options can be configured. INFO button OK button Single...
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Settings Available in the Super Control/LV Super Control Panel Photo shooting mode Super control panel Natural Auto ± Small 5400 S-AF ± 4 : 3 S-IS Auto 60p L - 8 1023 1:02:03 LV super control panel Natural Auto ± Small 5400 S-AF...
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Name of the currently selected option Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (P.426) Shutter Speed (P.57, P.62) Color Temperature (P.232) Shooting Mode (P.57) Button Function (P.339) Exposure Compensation / Highlight & Shadow Flash Intensity Control (P.182) Control (P.151 / P.349) Flash (P.177) AF Target Mode (P.104) Image Stabilizer (P.202) White Balance (P.232) Subject Detection (P.118)
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Using the menu What you can do with menus In addition to shooting and playback options, the menus contain options that let you customize the operation and display of the camera, and set up the camera. There are several tabs which represent function categories, and related functions are contained in each page.
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How to operate the menus Select a tab. Front dial ( /Rear dial ( Select a page. Move the cursor. OK button Confirm the setting/proceed to the next screen. MENU button Cancel operation/return to previous screen. The following explanation uses [ AF Mode] as an example.
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or the rear dial to select the desired page. AF Mode] can be found on the 5th page, [5. Movie AF]. Press or rotate the rear dial until the [5. Movie AF] is highlighted. Movie AF AF Mode AF Mode S-AF C-AF AF+MF...
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to highlight an option and press the OK button to select. The setting is confirmed. Pressing the MENU button closes the menu. The procedure after selecting an item and pressing the OK button varies depending on the menu item. Some menu items require further settings after you select an option in Step 5. In this manual, the procedure for selecting menu items is shown as follows.
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Basic functions for focusing Choosing a focus mode ( AF Mode / Mode) A S M A S M A S M You can select a focusing method (focus mode). Super control panel AF Mode Menu MENU 1. AF AF Mode MENU 5.
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This function allows you to manually focus on any position by operating the focus ring on the lens. MF (Manual focus) Near Focus ring The camera focuses in S-AF mode. You can adjust the focus position by S-AF operating the focus ring on the lens. Press the shutter button halfway or press the AF-ON button to focus;...
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[S-AF ] only appears in [ AF Mode]. To focus manually during autofocus when taking pictures, use [ AF+MF]. “Combined Auto and Manual Focus ( AF+MF)” (P.111) [C-AF+TR] does not appear if a setting other than [Off] is selected for [Subject Detection] (P.118).
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Manual focus is selected when a Four Thirds lens is attached. Starry sky AF is available with Micro Four Thirds lenses made by OM Digital Solutions or OLYMPUS. It cannot, however, be used with lenses with a maximum aperture over f/5.6. For more information, visit our website.
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Keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, rotate the focus ring to adjust focus manually. To refocus using autofocus, release the shutter button and press it halfway again. Manual focus adjustment during autofocus is not available in [ ] mode. Manual focus adjustment during autofocus is available via the focus ring on M.ZUIKO PRO lenses.
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Choosing a Focus Target (AF Target Point) A S M A S M A S M The frame showing the location of the focus point is referred to as the “AF target”. You can position the target over your subject. Press the buttons to view the AF target.
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Choosing an AF Target Mode (AF Target Mode) A S M A S M A S M Button Either of , or Super control panel AF Target Mode Press the buttons to view the AF target. FGHI Rotate the front dial to select size and shape while selecting the AF target. All All Small Small...
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The camera chooses the target used for focus from all available All All targets. The camera chooses from 1053 (39 × 27) targets in mode and from 741 (39 × 19) targets in modes. Single Select a single focus target. Small Select a small-sized group of targets.
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Middle Select a middle-sized group of targets. The camera chooses the Middle Middle target used for focus from within the selected group. Large Select a large-sized group of targets. The camera chooses the target used for focus from within the selected group. C1–...
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Setting the options for AF target modes AF Target Mode Settings) A S M A S M A S M Specify which options are displayed when setting the AF Target Mode. Menu MENU 6. AF Target Settings & Operations AF Target Mode Settings Select the AF target modes that you want to have displayed as AF Target Mode Settings options and put a check (...
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Zoom frame AF/Zoom AF (Super Spot AF) A S M A S M A S M You can zoom in on the display during shooting. For greater precision during focusing, zoom in on the focus area. At higher zoom ratios, you can focus on areas smaller than the standard focus target. You can reposition the focus area as desired during zoom.
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Press the buttons to position the zoom frame. [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 FGHI 1023 1023 100% 100% To re-center the frame, press and hold the OK button. Adjust the size of the zoom frame to choose the zoom ratio.
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Functions for configuring how to focus Combined Auto and Manual Focus AF+MF) A S M A S M A S M After focusing using autofocus, you can adjust focus manually by keeping the shutter button pressed halfway and rotating the focus ring. Switch from auto to manual focus at will or fine-tune focus manually after focusing with autofocus.
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Autofocus with manual focus is also available when autofocus is assigned to other camera controls. “Changing the roles of buttons (Button Settings)” (P.339) The lens focus ring can be used to interrupt autofocus only when M.ZUIKO PRO lenses are used. For information on other lenses, visit our website.
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Configuring the AF operation when the shutter button is pressed ( AF by half- pressing A S M A S M A S M You can choose whether the camera focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Menu MENU 1.
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Autofocus using the AF-ON button A S M A S M A S M The camera starts AF operation when you press the AF-ON button. Autofocus ends when you release the AF-ON button. When you press the AF-ON button while the camera is performing autofocus because the shutter button has been pressed halfway, autofocus will be continued.
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Using Autofocus in Manual Focus Mode ( in MF mode) A S M A S M A S M You can configure the camera so that it focuses with autofocus when you press the AF-ON button, even if the AF mode is [MF] or [Pre Menu MENU 1.
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Configuring camera operation when it cannot focus on the subject (Release Priority) A S M A S M A S M You can choose whether the camera takes a picture when it cannot focus on the subject with autofocus. Menu MENU 1.
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Changing the settings of Starry Sky AF (Starry Sky AF Setting) A S M A S M A S M You can configure the operation of the Starry Sky AF function. Menu MENU 1. AF Starry Sky AF Setting [Accuracy]: Prioritize focus accuracy over speed. Use a tripod. AF Priority [Speed]: Prioritize focus speed over accuracy.
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Functions for customizing AF operation to fit the subject Tracking Focus on Selected Subjects (Subject Detection) A S M A S M A S M When focusing, the camera can detect people’s faces and eyes, as well as fast-moving subjects. When shooting fast-moving subjects such as motorsports vehicles or airplanes, focusing can be difficult.
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When a setting other than [Off] is selected, [ AF] ([ ]) is set to [S-AF] ([S-AF ]), and [C-AF+TR] ([C-AF+TR ]) is set to [C-AF] ([C-AF This function is disabled when the Sensor Frame Rate in mode is set to [100fps] or faster. Taking Pictures Using [Subject Detection] Point the camera at your subject.
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You can also tap to select the subject to focus on and lock or unlock the focus (P.53). Press the shutter button halfway to focus. You can also focus by pressing the AF-ON button (P.114). When the camera focuses on a subject, a green frame appears on the focus position. When the camera detects specific elements such as the driver or the cockpit, it focuses on them.
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Configuring the C-AF operation when subject detection is enabled ( C-AF Setting) A S M A S M A S M Configure the C-AF operation when shooting with subject detection enabled. Menu MENU 2. AF C-AF Setting C-AF Area Configure the area within which C-AF tracking is performed when a specified subject is detected and focused on for still photography.
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C-AF when Configure the C-AF operation when a specified subject cannot be detected for movie recording. Even when a specified subject cannot be detected, the camera keeps focusing on it. When a specified subject cannot be detected, the camera gives up focusing on it. Configuring the C-AF operation when subject detection is enabled ( C-AF Setting)
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Assigning focus priority to buttons ( Button) A S M A S M A S M Separate focus points can be configured for the shutter button and the AF-ON button when a subject is detected. Menu MENU 2. AF AF Button U KV Select the AF operation for when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
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Configuring the frame displays for detected eyes (Eye Detection Frame) A S M A S M A S M You can choose whether to display small frames when the camera detects small parts such as the eyes and cockpits. Menu MENU 2.
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C-AF Center Target Priority ( C-AF Center Priority) A S M A S M A S M When focusing using group-target AF in [C-AF] and [C-AF ] modes, the camera always assigns priority to the center target in the selected group for a repeated series of focus operations. Only if the camera is unable to focus using the center focus target will it focus using the surrounding targets in the selected focus group.
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C-AF Tracking Sensitivity ( C-AF Sensitivity / C-AF Sensitivity) A S M A S M A S M Choose how rapidly the camera responds to changes in the distance to the subject while focusing with [C-AF], [C-AF ], [C-AF+TR] or [C-AF+TR ] selected for [ AF Mode], or with [C-AF] or [C-AF+TR] selected for [...
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C-AF Focus Speed ( C-AF Speed) A S M A S M A S M Choose how quickly the camera responds to changes to the distance to subject when [C-AF] or [C-AF+TR] is selected for focus mode. This can be used to adjust the time the camera takes to refocus when, for example, you switch subjects.
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Functions for changing camera operation regarding focus Lens Focus Range ( AF Limiter) A S M A S M A S M Choose the range in which the camera will focus using autofocus. This is effective in situations in which an obstacle presents itself between the subject and the camera during the focus operation, causing drastic changes in focus.
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Return to the AF Limiter setting screen. AF Limiter is not available in the following cases. When the focus limiter is enabled on the lens When using focus bracketing or focus stacking While in mode or recording a movie When [ AF] or [ ] is selected for focus mode Configuring [AF Limiter]...
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C-AF Lens Scanning ( AF Scanner) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether the camera performs a focus scan. If the camera is unable to focus, it will scan for the focus position by cycling the lens from the minimum focus distance to infinity. You can limit the scanning operation if desired.
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Fine-Tuning Autofocus ( AF Focus Adjustment) A S M A S M A S M Fine-tune phase-detection autofocus. Focus can be fine-tuned by up to ±20 steps. Menu MENU 4. AF AF Focus Adjustment Normally there is no need to fine-tune autofocus using this item. Fine-tuning focus may prevent the camera focusing normally.
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Configuring [AF Focus Adjustment] Configure options. AF Focus Adjustment AF Focus Adjustment Press to select an item and press the OK button to Fine-tuning Value ±0 display the setting menu. Press the OK button again to return to the AF Focus Adjustment setting screen.
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AF Illuminator Autofocus Assist (AF Illuminator) A S M A S M A S M The AF illuminator lights to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor. Menu MENU 3. AF AF Illuminator The illuminator lights during autofocus if the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator does not light even if the subject is poorly lit.
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AF Target Display Mode (AF Area Pointer) A S M A S M A S M In autofocus mode, the position of the subject on which the camera has focused is shown by a green focus target. This item controls the display of the focus target. Menu MENU 3.
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Functions for setting the focusing position Matching AF Target Selection to Camera Orientation ( Orientation Linked A S M A S M A S M The camera can be configured to change the AF target position and AF target mode automatically when it detects that it has been rotated between landscape (wide) or portrait (tall) orientations.
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The display returns to the Orientation Linked setting screen. Press the MENU button to return to shooting screen. Choose the AF target mode or target position with the camera first in one orientation and then the other. Separate settings are stored for landscape orientation, portrait orientation with the camera rotated to the right, and portrait orientation with the camera rotated to the left.
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Choosing the AF Home Position ( Home) A S M A S M A S M Choose the home position for the [ Home] feature. The [ Home] feature lets you recall a previously-saved “home position” for AF target at the touch of a button. This item is used to choose the home position.
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Using the [ Home] function Button Function] (P.339), assign [ Home] to a button. The AF target moves to the saved home position when you press the button. Choosing the AF Home Position ( Home)
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AF Target Selection ( Select Screen Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the roles played by the front and rear dials or arrow pad during AF target selection. The controls used can be selected according to how the camera is used or personal taste. Menu MENU 6.
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Enabling AF Target Selection Wrap ( Loop Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can choose whether AF target selection “wraps around” the edges of the display. You can also choose whether you have the option of selecting All (all targets) before AF target selection “wraps around”...
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AF targets do not wrap during shooting, for example sequential shooting. Loop Selection] is fixed at [Off] during movie recording and when [ AF] or [ ] is selected for focus mode. Enabling AF Target Selection Wrap ( Loop Settings)
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Touch AF Target Selection for Viewfinder Photography (AF Targeting Pad) A S M A S M A S M Use touch controls in the monitor to select the AF target during viewfinder photography. Glide a finger over the monitor to position the focus target while viewing your subject in the viewfinder. Menu MENU 6.
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Other functions that are useful when focusing Manual Focus Assist (MF Assist) A S M A S M A S M This is a focus assist function for MF. When the focus ring is rotated, the edge of the subject is enhanced or a portion of the screen display is magnified.
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Focus zoom is not available in the following instances: During movie recording / when [C-AF ] or [C-AF+TR ] is selected for focus mode / during a multiple exposure / when [ Digital Tele-converter] is set to [On] in mode When using third-party lenses with focus clutch mechanism, the direction of focus and the display of Focus Indicator may be reversed.
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Focus Peaking Options (Peaking Settings) A S M A S M A S M Highlight objects using color outlines. This makes objects that are in focus easier to see during manual focus and the like. Button A button to which [Peaking] has been assigned INFO button Menu MENU...
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Using Focus Peaking The following options are available for using focus peaking. Assigning [Peaking] to a control using [ Button Function] or [ Button Function]: Focus peaking can be assigned to a control by selecting [Peaking] for Button Function] (P.339) Button Function] (P.339).
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Choosing a Focus Distance for Preset MF (Preset MF distance) A S M A S M A S M Set the focusing position for Preset MF. Specify the number and unit (m or ft). Menu MENU 7. MF Preset MF distance If the lens is equipped with a focus limiter, disable it before proceeding.
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Disabling the MF Clutch (MF Clutch) A S M A S M A S M Disable the manual focus clutch, which is found on some lenses. This can prevent autofocus being disabled by the focus ring being rotated accidentally. Menu MENU 7.
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Lens Focus Direction (Focus Ring) A S M A S M A S M Choose the direction in which the focus ring is rotated to adjust focus. Menu MENU 7. MF Focus Ring Rotate the ring counterclockwise to increase the focus distance. Rotate the ring clockwise to increase the focus distance.
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Resetting the Lens Position at Shutdown (Reset Lens) A S M A S M A S M You have the option of not restoring the lens to the reset focus position when the camera is turned off. This lets you turn the camera off without changing the focus position. Menu MENU 7.
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Metering and Exposure Controlling exposure (Exposure Compensation) A S M A S M A S M A S M The exposure selected automatically by the camera can be altered to suit your artistic intent. Choose positive values to make pictures brighter, negative values to make them darker. Button In shooting modes other than : Fn button...
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To preview the effects of exposure compensation in live view, select [Standard] for LV Mode] (P.366) and [Off] for Night Vision] (P.367). Adjusting Exposure Compensation Modes , and Rotate the front dial to adjust exposure compensation. You can also choose a value by pressing the Fn button and then using the buttons.
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EV Steps for Exposure Control (EV Step) A S M A S M A S M Choose the size of the increments used when adjusting shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and other exposure-related settings. Choose from 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV. Menu MENU 4.
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Fine-Tuning Exposure (Exposure Shift) A S M A S M A S M Fine-tune exposure. Use this option if you want the results of auto exposure to be consistently brighter or darker. Fine-tuning is not normally required. Use only as necessary. In normal circumstances, exposure can be adjusted using exposure compensation (P.151).
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Reducing Flicker Under LED Lighting Flicker Scan / Flicker Scan) A S M A S M Banding may occur in photographs taken under LED lighting. Use [ Flicker Scan] / [ Flicker Scan] to optimize shutter speed while viewing banding in the display. This mode can be used in silent mode and with Pro Capture shooting while rotating the mode dial mode.
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Choosing the Shutter Speed Choose a shutter speed using the front or rear dial or the buttons. If desired, the shutter speed can be selected by keeping pressed. You can also rotate the front dial to adjust shutter speed in the exposure increments selected for [EV Step] (P.153).
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Choosing how the camera measures brightness (Metering) A S M A S M A S M You can choose how the camera meters subject brightness. Super control panel Metering Menu MENU 5. Metering Metering U a U Suited to most scenes, including back-lit subjects. The camera meters Digital ESP 324 areas of the frame and calculates optimal exposure taking into metering...
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Locking the exposure (AE Lock) A S M A S M A S M You can lock the exposure by pressing the button. Use this when you want to adjust the focus and exposure separately or when you want to shoot several images at the same exposure. Button mode: The button to which the [AEL] function is assigned in [ Button Function]...
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AE Lock Exposure Metering (Metering during A S M A S M A S M Choose the metering method used to meter exposure when exposure is locked using the button to which the [AEL] (P.341) function is assigned in Button Function] (P.339).
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Releasing AE Lock after shooting ( Auto Reset) A S M A S M A S M Configure the camera so that it automatically releases the lock after shooting when exposure is locked using the button to which the [AEL] (P.341) function is assigned in Button Function] (P.339).
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Locking exposure when the shutter button is pressed halfway (AEL by half-pressing A S M A S M A S M Configure the camera so that it locks exposure when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Menu MENU 5.
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Setting metering options for sequential shooting (Metering during A S M A S M A S M Menu MENU 5. Metering Metering during The camera meters exposure when capturing the first frame and exposure is locked during sequential shooting. The camera meters brightness and determines exposure for each frame.
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Metering the Focus Target ( Spot Metering) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether the camera meters the current AF target when [ ] is selected for [Metering]. Settings can be adjusted separately for spot, spot highlight, and spot shadow metering. Menu MENU ...
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Changing ISO sensitivity (ISO) A S M A S M A S M Select a value according to subject brightness. Higher values let you photograph darker scenes but also increase image “noise” (mottling). Select [Auto] to let the camera adjust sensitivity according to lighting conditions.
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Regardless of the value selected for ISO sensitivity, the flash sync speed for photos taken using ISO bracketing in silent mode is 1/50 s. ISO sensitivity can be adjusted during recording using touch controls (P.77), rotating the front or rear dial (P.353), or using the buttons (P.339). If [Dramatic Tone] or [Watercolor] is chosen for picture mode in mode, sensitivity will not exceed ISO 1600 when [Auto] is selected.
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EV Steps for ISO Sensitivity Control (ISO Step) A S M A S M A S M Choose the size of the increments used when adjusting ISO sensitivity. Choose from 1/3 and 1 EV. Menu MENU 3. ISO/Noise Reduction ISO Step EV Steps for ISO Sensitivity Control (ISO Step)
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Setting the range of ISO sensitivity values selected in [Auto] mode ( ISO-A Upper/ Default / ISO-A Upper/Default) A S M A S M A S M A S M Choose the range of ISO sensitivity values selected by the camera when [Auto] is selected for [ISO]. Menu MENU 3.
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Setting the shutter speed at which the camera automatically raises ISO sensitivity ( ISO-A Lowest S/S) A S M A S M Choose the shutter speed at which the camera starts raising the ISO sensitivity when [Auto] is selected for [ISO]. Menu MENU 3.
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Choosing the modes in which [Auto] can be used for ISO sensitivity ( ISO-Auto / ISO-Auto) A S M A S M A S M A S M Choose the modes in which [Auto] can be used for ISO sensitivity. Menu MENU 3.
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High ISO Noise Reduction Options ( Noise Filter / Noise Filter) A S M A S M A S M Reduce image artifacts (“noise”) in footage filmed at high ISO sensitivities. This can help reduce “graininess” in footage filmed under low light. You can choose the amount of noise reduction performed.
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Image Processing Options (Low ISO Processing) A S M A S M A S M Choose the type of processing applied to photographs taken at low ISO sensitivities using sequential shooting. Menu MENU 3. ISO/Noise Reduction Low ISO Processing U a U Image processing is adapted so as not to curtail the number of pictures that can Drive Priority be taken in a single burst.
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Long Exposure Noise Reduction Options (Noise Reduction) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether to process photos taken at slow shutter speeds to reduce image artifacts (“noise”). At slow shutter speeds, noise is caused by the heat generated from the camera itself. After each photo is taken, the camera captures a second image for noise reduction, causing a delay equal to the selected shutter speed before the next photo can be taken.
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Flash photography Using a flash (Flash photography) When using a flash unit designed for use with the camera, you can choose from various shooting modes to meet your needs. Flash units designed for use with the camera Choose a flash unit to suit your needs, taking into consideration such factors as the output required and whether the unit supports macro photography.
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Features Available with Compatible Flash Units Supported Flash unit Flash control mode GN (Guide Number, ISO 100) wireless systems TTL-AUTO, MANUAL, GN 42 (75/150 mm CMD, CMD, RCV, FL-700WR FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL, GN 21 (12/24 mm X-RCV, RC MULTI, RC, SL MANUAL TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL, GN 58 (100/200 mm FL-900R...
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Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the flash. Slide the flash in until the foot clicks into place at the back of the shoe. Hot shoe cover Position the flash head for bounce-flash photography or direct lighting. The flash head can be rotated up and left or right. Note that flash output may be insufficient for correct exposure when bounce flash lighting is used.
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Removing Flash Units Keeping the UNLOCK button pressed, slide the flash unit from the hot shoe. Using a flash (Flash photography)
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Choosing a Flash Mode (Flash Mode) A S M A S M A S M Super control panel Flash Mode Flash Modes Flash modes that are displayed vary depending on the configuration of [Flash Mode Settings] (P.181). Enable the flash. Fill In Shutter speed can be set to values between that selected for Slow...
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Flash Modes and Setting Combinations The flash modes and required setting combinations for each are as follows. Flash Mode: Fill In This setting is available only in modes. [Reduce Red-eye] Super control Reduce Red- [Synchro Settings] Flash timing panel display [First Curtain] Front-curtain sync [No]...
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Flash Mode: Slow This setting is available only in modes. [Reduce Red- Super control Reduce Red- [Synchro Settings] Flash timing eye] panel display [First Curtain] Front-curtain sync Slow [No] [Second Curtain] Rear-curtain sync Slow2 [First Curtain] Front-curtain sync Slow [Yes] [Second Curtain] Rear-curtain sync Slow2...
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In red-eye reduction mode, the shutter will be released approximately one second after the initial red-eye reduction pre-flash. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. Also note that red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in some conditions. The fastest shutter speed available when the flash fires is 1/250 s.
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Configuring flash modes (Flash Mode Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose which modes are displayed on the flash mode selection screen. Menu MENU 6. Flash Flash Mode Settings U a U Reduce “red-eye” in portrait photos. Reduce Red- [No]: The camera does not display Reduce Red-eye modes.
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Adjusting flash output (Flash Exposure Comp.) A S M A S M A S M Flash output can be adjusted if you find that your subject is over- or under-exposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is appropriate. Flash compensation is available in modes other than manual.
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Wireless Remote Flash Control ( RC Mode) A S M A S M A S M Adjust settings for wireless remote flash control. Remote control is available with optional flash units that support wireless remote control (“wireless RC flash”). For information on using wireless remote flash control, see “Wireless remote control flash photography”...
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Choosing a Flash Sync Speed ( X-Sync.) A S M A S M A S M Choose the fastest shutter speed available for flash photography. Choose the fastest shutter speed available for flash photography, irrespective of subject brightness. Menu MENU 6.
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Choosing the Minimum Shutter Speed ( Slow Limit) A S M A S M Choose the slowest shutter speed available for flash photography in modes. This item is used to select the slowest setting available to the camera when selecting the shutter speed automatically during flash photography, regardless of how dark the subject may be.
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Flash and Exposure Compensation ( A S M A S M A S M Choose whether exposure compensation is added to the value for flash compensation. For more information on flash compensation, see “Adjusting flash output (Flash Exposure Comp.)” (P.182). Menu MENU 6.
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Setting the exposure balance for TTL metering (Balanced Flash Metering) A S M A S M A S M Set the exposure balance to be used when using an external flash in TTL metering mode. Menu MENU 6. Flash Balanced Flash Metering U a U Gives priority to the subject during metering.
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Sequential Shooting/Self-Timer Performing the sequential/self-timer shooting A S M A S M A S M Adjust settings for burst or self-timer photography. Choose an option according to your subject. Other options, including anti-shock and silent modes, are also available. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. Super control panel Drive ( Menu...
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The camera takes photos at up to about 50 fps while the shutter button is held all the way down. If [C-AF], [C-AF High-speed [C-AF+TR], or [C-AF+TR ] is selected for AF Mode] Sequential (P.98), the camera will focus before each shot. When [Metering during ] (P.162)
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When using SH2 or ProCap SH2 with [C-AF], [C-AF ], [C-AF+TR] or [C-AF+TR selected for AF Mode (P.98) and an aperture value larger than F8, the focus accuracy will decrease. F will be displayed on the screen. SH1 and ProCap SH1 modes, the lower limit of the shutter speed is 1/15 s. SH2 and ProCap SH2 modes, the lower limit of the shutter speed is 1/640 s when [Max fps] under [Sequential Shooting Settings] is set to [50 fps] and 1/160 s when it is set to [25fps], [16.7fps], or [12.5fps].
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Configuring the sequential shooting functions (Sequential Shooting Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can choose which types of sequential shooting modes are displayed when you press the button, and the maximum speed/number of frames for each sequential shooting mode. Menu MENU 7.
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Pre-shutter Frames Set the number of frames to be captured before the shutter (ProCap/ProCap SH1/ button is pressed fully from between 0 and 70. ProCap SH2 only) Set the total number of frames from 2 to 99 (including the pre-shutter frames) to be captured. You can limit the number of frames that are captured after you press the shutter button fully.
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Configuring the self-timer functions (Self- timer Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can choose which types of self-timer modes are displayed when you press the button, and change the self-timer settings such as the time the camera waits before taking a picture, and the number of frames it captures.
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[Off]: If the number of shots is 2 or more, focus is locked when the first shot is taken. Every Frame AF [On]: The camera focuses before each shot. Configuring the self-timer functions (Self-timer Settings)
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Shooting without the vibration caused by shutter button operations (Anti-Shock Settings) A S M A S M A S M Anti-shock shooting modes can be used to reduce the slight blur caused by shutter motion. Use this option when even slight camera motion can cause blur, for example during macro or telephoto photography.
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Shooting without shutter sound (Silent Settings) A S M A S M A S M In situations where the shutter sound is a problem, you can use the silent shooting modes to shoot without making a sound. An electronic shutter is used to reduce the minuscule camera shake caused by the motion of the mechanical shutter, much as is the case for anti-shock photography.
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The fastest available shutter speed is 1/32000 s. The flash sync speed will be 1/50 s when [ISO] is 16000 or higher. Shooting without shutter sound (Silent Settings)
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Shooting without a release time lag (Pro Capture shooting) A S M A S M A S M Capture starts when the shutter button is pressed halfway; the moment the button is pressed the rest of the way down, the camera will start saving the last n captured pictures to the memory card, where n is a number selected before shooting begins.
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Pro Capture SH2 (ProCap SH2) The camera shoots at up to 50 fps. A maximum of 70 frames can be captured before the shutter button is pressed all the way down. If [C-AF], [C-AF ], [C-AF+TR], or [C-AF+TR ] is selected for Mode] (P.98), the camera will focus before each shot.
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Pro Capture is not available while the camera is connected to a smartphone (Wi-Fi). Flickering occurred by fluorescent lights or the large movement of the subject, etc. may cause distortions in images. During capture, the monitor will not go dark and the sound of the shutter will not be heard. The slowest shutter speed is limited.
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Reducing Flicker in Photographs (Anti-Flicker Shooting) A S M A S M A S M You may notice uneven exposure in photos taken under flickering light. When this option is enabled, the camera will detect the flicker frequency and adjust the timing of the shutter release accordingly. Menu MENU 7.
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Image Stabilization Reducing camera shake ( Image Stabilizer / Image Stabilizer) A S M A S M A S M You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. Super control panel Image Stabilizer / Image Stabilizer...
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Image Stabilizer M-IS Off Image stabilizer is off. (Movie-I.S. Off) Electronic image stabilization combined with VCM-controlled M-IS1 (All Direction Shake I.S.) image sensor movement. VCM-controlled image sensor movement only. M-IS2 (All Direction Shake I.S.) Electronic image stabilization is not performed. Setting the detailed option of image stabilizer When using lenses other than Micro Four Thirds or Four Thirds system lenses, input the focal length of the lens.
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Image stabilization options ( IS Level) A S M A S M A S M Choose the amount of image stabilization applied during movie recording. Menu MENU 4. Image Stabilizer IS Level U n U Choose for static hand-held shots. ±0 Recommended in most situations.
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Half-press image stabilization ( Image Stabilizer) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether image stabilization applies while the shutter button is pressed halfway. An example of a situation in which you might want to suspend image stabilization would be when using the level gauge to keep the camera level while framing photographs.
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Burst mode image stabilization ( Image Stabilizer) A S M A S M A S M Choose the type of image stabilization applied during burst shooting. To maximize the effects of image stabilization during burst shooting, the camera centers the image sensor for every shot.
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Displaying camera motion on the monitor (Handheld Assist) A S M A S M A S M You can configure the camera to display the motion of the camera 60p L - 8 L - 8 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 100 % 100 %...
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Stabilization for IS Lenses (Lens I.S. Priority) A S M A S M A S M When using a third-party lens with an on-board image stabilizer, choose whether image stabilization gives priority to the camera or the lens. This option has no effect if the lens is equipped with an IS switch that can be used to enable or disable image stabilization.
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Color and Quality Setting the Quality of Photos and Movies A S M A S M A S M You can set the image quality modes for photos and movies. Select a quality suitable for the application (such as for processing on PC, use on website etc.). In [ ], you can set slow motion movie and quick motion movie.
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The image size/compression combinations available can be selected in the menus. “Combinations of JPEG image sizes and compression rates ( Detailed Settings)” (P.215) The options available during high resolution shooting (P.243) are F+RAW, F+RAW, and F+RAW. F and F+RAW are unavailable when [On ] is selected for High Res Shot (P.243).
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Motion Compensation A-I (ALL-Intra L-GOP (LongGOP) When Video Codec] (P.216) [H.264]: “-8” [H.265]: “-10” When ALL-Intra is used, the movie will be recorded without interframe compression. It is suitable for editing, but the data will be large. Fixed to [L-GOP] when [Movie Resolution] is [4K] or [C4K]. Playback Frame Rate 59.94p 25.00p...
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Configuring To change the settings of each movie quality mode, press while the mode is selected. The Movie Quality Icon Changes to settings are reflected in the movie quality icon as shown. Changes to settings are reflected in the movie quality icon as shown. Up to three combinations can be saved. Movie Resolution 60p/30 L - 8 Playback Frame Rate...
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Sensor Frame Rate 1, 2 239.76 fps 23.98 fps 3 200.00 fps 14.99 fps 2 119.88 fps 11.99 fps 3 100.00 fps 7.99 fps 59.94 fps 5.99 fps 50.00 fps 2.997 fps 29.97 fps 1.998 fps 25.00 fps 0.999 fps This option can only be selected when Video Codec] (P.216) is [H.264].
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When the sensor frame rate is set to 100 fps or faster, movies are filmed at 100 – 240 fps and played back at 23.98 - 59.94 fps. Stretching the playback time by a factor of 2 to 10, the momentary movement of a subject can be viewed in slow motion. Sound is not recorded.
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Combinations of JPEG image sizes and compression rates ( Detailed Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can set the JPEG image quality by combining image size and compression rate. Menu MENU 1. Basic Settings/Image Quality Detailed Settings U a U U KX...
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Choosing the codec for recording movies Video Codec) A S M A S M A S M Choose the codec to be used when recording movies. Menu MENU 1. Basic Settings/Image Quality Video Codec U n U Records 8-bit movies using H.264, which is a versatile codec. This setting is recommended H.264 in most circumstances.
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Setting the image aspect (Image Aspect) A S M A S M A S M Choose the ratio of width to height for pictures according to your intent or your goals for printing or the like. In addition to the standard aspect (width-to-height) ratio of [4:3], the camera offers settings of [16:9], [3:2], [1:1], and [3:4].
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Peripheral illumination (Shading Comp.) A S M A S M A S M Compensate for the drop in brightness at the edges of the frame due to the optical characteristics of the lens. Some lenses may exhibit a drop in brightness at the edges of the frame. The camera can compensate for this by making the edges brighter.
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Processing options ( Picture Mode / Picture Mode) A S M A S M A S M Choose how pictures are processed during shooting to enhance color, tone, and other properties. Choose from preset picture modes according to your subject or artistic intent. Contrast, sharpness, and other settings can be adjusted separately for each mode.
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Setting with Super Control Panel/Menu Super control panel Picture mode Menu MENU 2. Picture Mode/WB Picture Mode U a U MENU 2. Picture Mode/WB Picture Mode U n U When in modes with the camera configured as follows, you can set the same setting as the [ Picture Mode] (P.220) setting by selecting [Picture Mode] from the super control panel.
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Muted Choose for pictures that will later be retouched. Portrait Enhance skin tones. Record pictures in monochrome. You can apply color filter effects and Monochrome choose a tint. Adjust picture mode parameters to create a custom version of a selected Custom picture mode.
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Types of Art Filter Pop Art Soft Focus Pale&Light Color Light Tone Grainy Film Pin Hole Diorama Cross Process Uses Art Filter settings. Art effects can also be used. Available effects differ depending on the art filter. Gentle Sepia Dramatic Tone Key Line Watercolor Vintage...
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Setting Color Creator The color of the entire image can be set using a combination of 30 levels of hue and 8 levels of saturation. Rotate the front dial to adjust hue, and rotate the rear dial to adjust saturation. Color , ViVid±0 Color...
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Setting Monochrome Profile Control Color filter effects can be applied to monochrome images (Color Filter Effects), the amount of light around an image can be adjusted (Shading), and the brightness and darkness of an image can be controlled (Highlight & Shadow Control). Select a picture mode using the rear dial or Detailed options of a Monochrome Profile Control can be MONO...
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Setting Color Profile Control The saturation of color images can be adjusted for each color, Color filter effects can be applied to monochrome images (Saturation adjustment), the amount of light around an image can be adjusted (Shading), and the brightness and darkness of an image can be controlled (Highlight & Shadow Control).
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Setting detailed options of each Mode Press on each setting screen (P.220) to select the option you want to set. ± ± Available settings vary depending on the selected mode. ± ± Norm Sharpness ± Adjust image sharpness. Outlines can be emphasized for a Sharpness sharp, clear picture.
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Choose the strength of i-Enhance. [Effect: Low]: Adds a low effect to images. Effect Effect [Effect: Standard]: Adds an effect between “low” and “high” to images. [Effect: High]: Adds a high effect to images. Color filter effects can be added to monochrome picture modes.
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Rotate the front dial to adjust hue. Rotate the rear dial to adjust saturation. Color Creator To reset exposure compensation, press and hold the OK button. Add effects to an art filter. The effects that can be added differ depending on the art Effect Add Effects filter.
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The saturation of each of the 12 colors can be adjusted within a range of ±5. Use the front dial to adjust hue and the rear dial to adjust saturation. Press and hold the OK button to reset the adjusted values. Color/Vivid Press the INFO button to switch between changing all colors at once or changing them individually.
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Setting detailed options of a Picture Mode Exclusive for Movies Select [ Picture Mode] from the menu. Highlight an item using FGHI Same as Cine1 Cine2 Records videos using the same settings as in Picture Mode. MENU Movies are recorded using the same setting as configured in Same as Picture Mode.
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Choosing which options are displayed when selecting a picture mode ( Picture Mode Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can display only the options you need when selecting a picture mode. For details on picture modes, see “Processing options ( Picture Mode / Picture Mode)”...
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Adjusting color (WB (white balance)) A S M A S M A S M White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [WB Auto] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [WB Auto] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.
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Most normal scenes (scenes containing objects that are white or close to white) Auto WB Auto This mode is recommended in most situations. You can choose the white balance used under incandescent lighting (P.239). Sunlit outdoor scenes, sunsets, fireworks Sunny Color temperature is set to 5300K.
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Making fine adjustments to white balance of each WB mode You can fine-tune the white balance settings. Adjustments can be made separately. Configure options. Auto Auto Press on the WB setting screen (P.232) to select the option to adjust. [Off]: The camera suppresses the warm tones produced by Keep Warm incandescent lighting when Auto is used.
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One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. Use this option to fine-tune white balance when you find it hard to obtain the desired results with white balance compensation or preset white balance options such as (sunlight) or (overcast).
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Hold the button to which One-Touch White Balance is assigned and press the shutter button all the way down. When recording movies, press the one-touch white balance button to proceed to Step 3. You will be prompted to choose the one-touch white balance option that will be used to store the new value.
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Locking the white balance in modes Button Function: Lock) A S M A S M A S M When the camera is in mode and the white balance is set to [WB Auto], you can lock the white balance to prevent it from changing even if the subject or the lighting changes. When using WB auto lock, it is required that you assign [ Lock] to a button using Button...
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Making fine adjustments to white balance A S M A S M A S M Fine-tune white balance of all white balance modes at once. Menu MENU 2. Picture Mode/WB U a U MENU 2. Picture Mode/WB U n U At default settings, [ ] is not available.
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Preserving the warm tones of incandescent lighting when in WB Auto mode ( Keep Warm Color / Keep Warm Color) A S M A S M A S M Choose how the camera adjusts white balance for pictures taken using auto white balance under incandescent lighting.
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Flash White Balance ( +WB) A S M A S M A S M Choose the white balance used for photos taken with a flash. Instead of using a setting adapted to flash lighting, you can opt to prioritize the value selected for non-flash photography. Use this option to automatically switch from one white balance setting to another when you find yourself frequently enabling and disabling the flash.
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Setting the color reproduction format (Color Space) A S M A S M A S M You can select a format to ensure that colors are correctly reproduced when shot images are regenerated on a monitor or using a printer. Menu MENU 2.
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Preview Options for [ Picture Mode] View Assist) A S M A S M A S M The display can be adjusted for ease of viewing when [Flat] or [OM-Log400] is selected for Picture Mode] (P.230). Menu MENU 2. Picture Mode/WB View Assist U n U U cn...
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Special shooting modes (Computational Modes) Shooting still pictures in a higher resolution (High Res Shot) A S M A S M A S M Shoot at resolutions higher than that of the image sensor. The camera takes a series of shots while moving the image sensor and combines them to create a single high-resolution photo.
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to select [On ] (tripod) or [On ] (handheld) and press the OK button. High Res Shot is disabled. Shoot with the camera fixed to a tripod. The RAW picture is recorded in 80M (10368 × 7776). (Tripod) Shoot with the camera in your hands. The RAW picture is recorded in 50M (8160 ×...
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Shooting Press the MENU button to close the High Res Shot setting screen and return to shooting screen. The icon will be displayed. The icon will flash if the camera 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100 % 100 %...
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The following cannot be used: multiple exposure, keystone compensation, bracketing, focus stacking, fisheye correction, and HDR, anti-flicker shooting, live ND shooting, live GND shooting When [High Res Shot] is set to [On ] (tripod), [Time Lapse Movie] becomes [Off]. When High Res Shot is enabled, [Drive] is set to [ ] (Silent Single).
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Slowing the Shutter in Bright Light (Live ND Shooting) A S M S M M A S M The camera combines a series of exposures to create a single photo, giving the appearance of a single photo taken at a slow shutter speed. Enabling Live ND Shooting Menu MENU...
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Configuring Live ND Shooting Configure options. Live ND Shooting Live ND Shooting Press to select an item and press the OK button to ND Number ND8(3EV) display the setting menu. LV Simulation After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Live ND Shooting setting screen.
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Adjust shutter speed while previewing the results in the display. Adjust shutter speed using the rear dial. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100 % 100 % ND8 - LV...
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Shooting scenes with high contrast (Live GND Shooting) A S M A S M A S M The camera combines a series of exposures to create a single photo. This will increase the amount of detail visible in the highlights and shadows of high-contrast scenes, such as landscapes. Adjust the level of the effect while looking at the screen.
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Configuring Live GND Shooting Configure options. Live GND Shooting Live GND Shooting Press to select an item and press the OK button to GND Number GND8(3EV) display the setting menu. Filter Type Soft After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Filter Auto Rotate Live GND Shooting setting screen.
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Shooting Press the MENU button to close the Live GND Shooting setting screen and return to shooting screen. The selected GND number, filter type, and indicating the 100 % 100 % GND8 - S side to which the effect is applied appear in the display. The black side of the icon is the side to which the effect is applied (the dimmed side).
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Release the shutter. To end live GND photography, select [Off] in the [Live GND Shooting] display. When shooting immediately after the shooting display appears or while zoomed in, images may not be captured with the optimal exposure. Preview the results in the display before shooting.
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Increasing Depth of Field (Focus Stacking) A S M A S M A S M Combine multiple images for a depth of field greater than can be obtained with a single shot. The camera takes a series of shots at focus distances both in front of and behind the current focus position and creates a single image from the areas that are in focus in each shot.
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Highlight [On] using the buttons and press the OK button. Pictures are taken without using this function. Pictures are taken with increased depth of field. The display returns to the Focus Stacking setting screen. Configuring Focus Stacking Configure options. Focus Stacking Focus Stacking Press to select an item and press the OK button to...
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Shooting Press the MENU button to close the Focus Stacking setting screen and return to shooting screen. appears on the screen. 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 100 % 100 % S - AF...
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Taking HDR (High Dynamic Range) images (HDR) A S M A S M A S M The camera varies exposure over a series of shots, selects from each tone range with the highest level of detail, and combines them to create a single picture with a wide dynamic range. If the photo features a high-contrast subject, details that would otherwise be lost in shadows or highlights will be preserved.
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”HDR” appears on the screen. 60p L - 8 L - 8 1023 1023 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 100 % 100 % HDR1 HDR1 S - AF S - AF Release the shutter.
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Recording multiple exposures in a single image (Multiple Exposure) A S M A S M A S M Take two shots and combine them into a single picture. Alternatively, you can take a shot and combine it with an existing picture stored on the memory card. The combined image is recorded at current image quality settings.
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Configuring Multiple Exposure Configure options. Multiple Exposure Multiple Exposure Press to select an item and press the OK button to Auto Gain display the setting menu. Overlay After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Multiple Exposure setting screen. MENU [Off]: Do not adjust brightness the brightness of the pictures in the multiple exposure.
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Normally, a multiple exposure will be created after the second shot is taken. Pressing the button allows you to retake the first shot. icon clears from the display when multiple exposure ends. Setting with the CP button Press and hold the CP button and rotate the front or rear dial and select [ ] to turn on multiple exposure.
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Performing any of the following operations after the first shot is taken ends multiple exposure photography: turning the camera off, choosing a different shooting mode, rotating the dial, or connecting cables of any type. Multiple exposure is also canceled when the battery is exhausted. The image-selection display for [Overlay] shows the JPEG copies of photographs taken with RAW+JPEG selected for image quality.
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Digital Zoom ( Digital Tele-converter / Digital Tele-converter) A S M A S M A S M This option takes a crop at the center of the frame the same dimensions as the size option currently selected for image quality and zooms it in to fill the display. This allows you to zoom in past the lens’ maximum focal length, making it a good choice when you are unable to switch lenses or find it difficult to get any closer to your subject.
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Shooting automatically with a fixed interval (Interval Shooting) A S M A S M A S M You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as a single movie. Menu MENU 2.
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Configuring Interval Shooting Configure options. Interval Shooting Interval Shooting Press to select an item and press the OK button to Number of Frames display the setting menu. Start Waiting Time 00:00:01 After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Interval Length 00:00:01 Start...
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Choose the frame size ([Movie Resolution]) and frame rate ([Frame Rate]) for movies created using [Time Lapse Movie]. The options available for [Movie Resolution] are: Movie Settings [4K]/[FullHD] Choose the [Frame Rate] from the following options. [30fps]/[15fps]/[10fps]/[5fps] [Start Waiting Time], [Interval Length] and [Estimated Time] may change depending on shooting settings.
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If the time until shooting or the shooting interval is 1 minute 31 seconds or longer, the monitor will go dark and the camera will enter sleep mode if no operations are performed for 1 minute. The display will turn on automatically 10 seconds before shooting for the next interval begins. It can also be reactivated by pressing the shutter button at any time.
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Keystone correction and perspective control (Keystone Comp.) A S M A S M A S M Keystone distortion due to the influence of lens focal length and proximity to the subject can be corrected, or enhanced to exaggerate the effects of perspective. Keystone compensation can be previewed in the monitor during shooting.
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Release the shutter. Pictures may seem “grainy” depending on the amount of compensation performed. The amount of compensation also determines the amount the picture will be enlarged when cropped and whether the crop can be moved. Depending on the amount of compensation, you may be unable to reposition the crop. Depending on the amount of compensation performed, the selected AF target may not be visible in the display.
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Correcting Fisheye Distortion (Fisheye Compensation) A S M A S M A S M Correct distortion caused by fisheye lenses to give photos the appearance of pictures taken with a wide-angle lens. The amount of correction can be selected from three different levels. You can also opt simultaneously to correct distortion in photos taken under water.
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Configuring Fisheye Compensation Configure options. Fisheye Compensation Fisheye Compensation Press to select an item and press the OK button to Angle display the setting menu. Correction After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Fisheye Compensation setting screen. MENU When fisheye correction is performed, the picture is cropped to Angle...
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AF target selection is restricted to Single and Small target modes. The following cannot be used: live composite photography, burst photography, bracketing, focus stacking, HDR, multiple exposure, live ND shooting, keystone compensation, the digital teleconverter, movie recording, [C-AF], [C-AF ], [C-AF+TR], and [C-AF+TR ] AF modes, art filter picture modes, the custom self-timer, High Res Shot, live GND shooting, and subject detection.
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Configuring BULB/TIME/COMP Settings (BULB/TIME/COMP Settings) A S M A S M Set items related to bulb/time/composite photography. Menu MENU 2. Other Shooting Functions BULB/TIME/COMP Settings U b U Configure options. BULB/TIME/COMP Settings Bulb/Time Focusing Press to select an item and press the OK button to 8min Bulb/Time Timer display the setting menu.
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Choose the display interval during bulb photography. The number of update times is limited. Choose [Off] to disable the display. Live Bulb [60sec] / [30sec] / [15sec] / [8sec] / [4sec] / [2sec] / [1sec] / [0.5sec] / [Off] Choose the display interval during time photography. The number of update times is limited.
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Recording a series of shots with varied exposure (AE BKT) A S M A S M A S M Vary exposure over a series of shots. You choose the amount of variation and the number of shots. The camera takes a series of shots with different exposure settings. The camera will take pictures while the shutter button is pressed all the way down, ending when the selected number of shots has been taken.
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The settings used to alter exposure vary with the shooting mode. Both aperture and shutter speed (program AE) Shutter speed (aperture-priority AE) Aperture (shutter-priority AE) Shutter speed (when [ISO] is not set to [Auto]) (manual) ISO sensitivity (when [ISO] is set to [Auto]) If exposure compensation is enabled before shooting begins, the camera will vary exposure output around the selected value.
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Recording pictures with varied white balance (WB BKT) A S M A S M A S M The camera varies white balance to record a series of pictures. You choose the color axis and the bracketing amount. The entire series is shot with a single press of the shutter button. The camera takes one picture when the shutter button is pressed all the way down and automatically processes it to record the pictures.
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Recording pictures with varied flash level (FL BKT) A S M A S M A S M The camera varies flash level (output) over a series of shots. You choose the amount of variation. The camera takes a shot at a new flash level each time the shutter button is pressed all the way down.
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Recording pictures with varied ISO sensitivity (ISO BKT) A S M A S M A S M The camera varies ISO sensitivity to record a series of pictures. You choose the amount of variation and the number of shots. The entire series is shot with a single press of the shutter button. The camera takes one picture when the shutter button is pressed all the way down and automatically processes it to record the required number of shots.
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Recording copies of one picture with different art filters applied (ART BKT) A S M A S M A S M Create multiple versions of each picture, each with a different art filter applied. Enabling art filter bracketing Menu MENU 3.
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Configuring art filter bracketing Select [ART BKT Setting] on the ART BKT setting screen and press the OK button. Select an art filter that you want to apply, and put a check ( ART BKT Setting Pop Art next to it. Pop Art Select an option using and press the OK button to...
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Recording pictures with different focus positions (Focus BKT) A S M A S M A S M The camera varies focus over a series of pictures. You choose the amount and the number of shots. The entire series is shot with a single press of the shutter button. Each time the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the camera takes the selected number of shots, varying focus with each shot.
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Configuring focus bracketing Configure options. Focus BKT Focus BKT Press to select an item and press the OK button to Set number of shots display the setting menu. Set focus differential After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Charge Time 0sec Focus BKT setting screen.
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The flash sync speed is set to 1/100 s. It will be set to 1/50 s when [ISO] is 16000 or higher. Recording pictures with different focus positions (Focus BKT)
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Functions that are only available in movie mode Selecting items to be set separately for photos and movies ( Separate Settings) A S M A S M A S M Select shooting functions to be set separately for still photography and movie recording. Menu MENU 1.
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If the shooting function is set during movie recording and the check ( ) is cleared, the settings will be changed to those for still photography, but putting the check again will return the settings to those for movie recording set before the check was put. Selecting items to be set separately for photos and movies ( Separate Settings)
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Sound Recording Options (Sound Recording Settings) A S M A S M A S M Adjust settings for recording sound during filming. You can also access settings for use when an external microphone or recorder is connected. Menu MENU 5. Sound Recording/Connection Sound Recording Settings U n U Adjust microphone sensitivity.
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In most circumstances, there is no need to change this setting. If your external microphone does not require plug-in power, and supplying power causes noise to be recorded, set this to [Off]. Plug-in Power [Off]: Does not supply power from the camera to the external microphone. [On]: Supplies power from the camera to the external microphone.
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Adjusting the headphone volume (Headphone Volume) A S M A S M A S M Menu MENU 5. Sound Recording/Connection Headphone Volume U n U Headphone Volume Adjust the volume of audio output to the headphones. Adjusting the headphone volume (Headphone Volume)
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Time Codes (Time Code Settings) A S M A S M A S M Adjust time code settings. Time codes are used to synchronize picture and sound during editing and the like. Choose from the following options. Menu MENU 5. Sound Recording/Connection Time Code Settings U n U Choose a time code recording option.
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HDMI Output ( HDMI Output) A S M A S M A S M Adjust settings for output to HDMI devices. Options are available for controlling HDMI recorders from the camera or adding time codes for use during movie editing. Menu MENU 5.
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About [RAW] When [RAW] is selected, the raw images, to which shooting settings such as exposure compensation and white balance have not been applied, can be recorded. Visit our website for information on HDMI devices compatible with [RAW]. When [RAW] is selected, “HDMI” will appear on the camera monitor while outputting signals to an HDMI device.
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Displaying a + mark in the center of the screen while recording movies (Center Marker) A S M A S M A S M During movie recording, you can display a “+” mark which enables 60p L - 8 L - 8 [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] TC00:00:01...
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Displaying zebra patterns over high luminance areas while recording movies (Zebra Pattern Settings) A S M A S M A S M During movie recording, you can display zebra patterns [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 TC00:00:01 TC00:00:01 DF DF...
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Highlight [On] using the buttons and press the OK button. Zebra patterns will not be displayed. During movie recording, zebra patterns (stripes) will be displayed over the areas where the luminance levels exceed the predetermined thresholds. pattern will be displayed where the luminance level exceeds [ Level 1].
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Displaying a red frame while recording movies (Red Frame during REC) A S M A S M A S M You can display a red outer frame on the screen to make it easier to [ 1 : 42 : 21 ] [ 1 : 42 : 21 ] 60p L - 8 L - 8 REC00:01...
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Lamp during movie recording (Recording Lamp) A S M A S M A S M You can light the lamp on the front of the camera to make it easier to see whether the camera is recording a movie. Menu MENU 6.
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Playback Information display during playback Playback image information Basic Test 9 10 12 13 JPEG 48 ± 2025/01/01 16:30:43 100-0015 15/30 GND8 - M HDR1 Compx20 Overall JPEG 48 ± 5400 5184x3888 2025/01/01 16:30:43 100-0015 15/30 1.40 60p L-8 TC00:01:02:03 2025/01/01 16:40:01 00:20...
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Battery level (P.37) Keystone Compensation (P.268) USB PD (P.445) Composite Photography ® Active Bluetooth connection (P.429, P.447) Number of combined shots (P.70) Remote control (P.447) Date and Time (P.416) Wireless LAN connection (P.426) Shutter Speed (P.57, P.62) Airplane Mode (P.424) Aperture Value (P.57, P.60) Rating (P.317) Exposure compensation (P.151)
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Switching the information display Button INFO button You can switch the information displayed during playback by pressing the INFO button. JPEG 48 INFO INFO ± 2025/01/01 16:30:43 100-0015 15/30 JPEG 48 INFO ± 5400 5184x3888 2025/01/01 16:30:43 100-0015 15/30 Basic Overall Image only Choose the information to display.
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Viewing photographs and movies Viewing photographs Press the button. The most recent picture will be displayed. Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting screen. 100 % 100 % ±...
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View the playback direct menu. (In calendar playback, press this button to OK button exit to single-frame playback.) Watching movies Press the button. 100 % 100 % The most recent picture will be displayed. TC00:02:19:04 TC00:02:19:04 DF DF 1.40 1.40 60p L-8 L-8 2025/01/01 16:40:01...
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Playing back separated movies Long movies are automatically recorded over multiple files when the file size exceeds 4 GB or the recording time exceeds 3 hours (P.73). The files can be played back as a single movie. Press the button. The most recent picture will be displayed.
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Finding Pictures Quickly (Index and Calendar Playback) In single-frame playback, rotate the rear dial to for index playback. Rotate further for calendar playback. Turn the rear dial to to return to single-frame playback. 2025 / 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% N+RAW N+RAW...
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Zooming In (Playback Zoom) 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % ± ± N+RAW N+RAW 2025/01/01 16:30:43 16:30:43 101-0001 101-0001 19/32 19/32 19/32 19/32 Playback display Zoom frame Playback zoom scroll display When you press a button to which [ ] (magnify) has been assigned (P.339), a zoom frame will be displayed over the part of the picture that was in focus or the part where the subject was detected.
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Playback Using Touch Controls Use touch controls to zoom pictures in and out, scroll pictures, or choose the picture displayed. Do not tap the display with your fingernails or other sharp objects. Gloves or monitor covers may interfere with touch screen operation. Full-frame playback Displaying the previous or next image Slide your finger to the left to view the next image, and right to...
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Movie playback to begin playback. 100 % 100 % 1.40 1.40 60p L-8 L-8 TC00:02:19:04 TC00:02:19:04 DF DF 2025/01/01 16:40:01 16:40:01 00:20 00:20 100-0016 100-0016 16/30 16/30 Tap the lower part of the screen to display the control bar which allows you to end playback and change the playback volume.
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Other functions Lightly tap the screen during single-frame playback or tap during index playback to display the touch menu. You can then perform the desired operation by tapping the icons in the touch menu. Select an image. You can select multiple images and delete them collectively. “Selecting Multiple Pictures (Share Order Selected, Rating Selected, , Erase Selected)”...
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Setting playback functions Rotating Pictures (Rotate) Choose whether to rotate photographs. Display an image you want to rotate and press the OK button. The playback direct menu will be displayed. Select [Rotate] and press the OK button. Press to rotate the image counterclockwise, to rotate it clockwise;...
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Protecting Pictures ( Protect images from accidental deletion. Display the image you want to protect and press the button. Protected images are marked with a (“protected”) icon. 100 % 100 % Press the button again to cancel protection. N+RAW N+RAW ±...
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Deleting Pictures (Erase) Display an image you want to delete and press the button. Highlight [Yes] and press the OK button. Erase MENU The image will be deleted. You can erase images without the confirmation step by changing the button settings. “Disabling Deletion Confirmation (Quick Erase)”...
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Deleting All Pictures (Erase All) Delete all pictures. Protected pictures will not be deleted. You can also exclude the pictures which have been assigned rating stars (P.317) and delete all other pictures. Menu MENU 1. File Erase All U q U Erase Delete all pictures including those with rating stars assigned.
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Disabling Deletion Confirmation (Quick Erase) If this option is enabled when the button is pressed to delete photos or movies, the camera will not display a confirmation dialog but will instead delete the images immediately. Menu MENU 2. Operations Quick Erase U q U A confirmation dialog is displayed when the button is pressed.
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RAW+JPEG Deletion Options (RAW+JPEG Erase) Choose operation performed when [RAW+JPEG] images are deleted. Menu MENU 2. Operations RAW+ JPEG Erase U q U JPEG Only the JPEG copy is deleted. Only the RAW copy is deleted. RAW+JPEG Both the RAW and JPEG copies are deleted. Both the RAW and JPEG copies are deleted when [Erase All] (P.312) [Erase Selected] (P.319)
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Selecting Pictures for Sharing (Share Order) You can select images you want to transfer to a smartphone in advance. Display an image you want to transfer and press the OK button. The playback direct menu will be displayed. Select [Share Order] and press the OK button. Then, press The image is marked for sharing.
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Selecting RAW+JPEG Pictures for Sharing (RAW+JPEG In the case of pictures recorded with [RAW+JPEG] for image quality, you can choose to share only the JPEG copies, only the RAW copies, or both the JPEG and RAW copies. Menu MENU 2. Operations RAW+JPEG U q U JPEG...
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Rating Pictures (Rating) Assign one to five rating stars to a picture. This can be helpful when arranging and searching for pictures using OM Workspace or other utilities. Button button If you press the button when the selected picture has no rating stars assigned, rating stars will be assigned to the picture.
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Selecting the numbers of stars to be used for rating (Rating Settings) You can select the numbers of stars that will be displayed as options for rating. Menu MENU 3. Displays Rating Settings U q U Select the number of stars that you want to display as an option when rating pictures, and put a check ( ) next to it.
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Selecting Multiple Pictures (Share Order Selected, Rating Selected, , Erase Selected) You can select multiple images for [Share Order Selected], [Rating Selected], [ ], or [Erase Selected]. Select pictures by pressing the button during playback. The image will be selected and will be displayed.
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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.
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The camera cannot be used to modify print orders created with other devices. Creating a new print order deletes any existing print orders created with other devices. Print orders cannot include RAW images or movies. Print order (DPOF)
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Resetting all protection/share orders/print orders/ratings (Reset All Images) You can reset all protection/share orders/print orders/ratings from pictures at once. Menu MENU 1. File Reset All Images U q U Reset Print Orders Resets all print orders. Reset Protect Resets all protection. Reset Share Order Resets all share orders.
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Adding Audio to Pictures ( You can record audio using the built-in stereo microphone or an optional external microphone and add it to pictures. The recorded audio provides a simple replacement for written notes about the pictures. Audio recordings can be up to 30 s long. Display the image to which you want to add audio and press the OK button.
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Audio Playback Playback begins automatically when a picture with audio is displayed. To adjust the volume: Display the picture whose audio you want to play back. Press on the arrow pad. 100% 100% button: Raise volume. button: Lower volume. Adding Audio to Pictures (...
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Retouching Pictures (Edit) Create retouched copies of pictures. In the case of RAW pictures, you can adjust the settings in effect at the time the picture was taken, such as white balance and picture mode (art filters included). With JPEG pictures, you can make simple edits such as cropping and resizing. Retouch pictures and save the resulting copies in JPEG format (P.325).
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Display an image you want to edit and press the OK button. 100 % 100 % N+RAW N+RAW ± ± 2025/01/01 16:30:43 16:30:43 100-0015 15/30 The playback direct menu will be displayed. Highlight [RAW Data Edit] using and press the OK RAW/JPEG button.
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To create additional copies from the same original, highlight [Reset] and press the OK button. To exit without creating more copies, highlight [No] and press the OK button. Selecting [Reset] displays editing options. Repeat the process from Step 3. Retouching JPEG Pictures (JPEG Edit) [JPEG Edit] can be used to adjust the following settings.
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Display an image you want to edit and press the OK button. 100 % 100 % N+RAW N+RAW ± ± 2025/01/01 16:30:43 16:30:43 101-0001 101-0001 19/32 19/32 The playback direct menu will be displayed. Highlight [JPEG Edit] using and press the OK button. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order...
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Combining Pictures (Image Overlay) Overlay existing RAW photos and to create a new picture. Up to 3 pictures can be included in the overlay. The results can be modified by adjusting brightness (gain) separately for each picture. The overlay is saved in the format currently selected for image quality. Overlays created with [RAW] selected for image quality are saved in RAW format and in JPEG format using the image quality option selected for [ 2] (P.209).
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Trimming movies (Movie Trimming) Cut selected footage from movies. Movies can be trimmed repeatedly to create files containing only footage you want to preserve. This option is available only with movies recorded with the camera. Display a movie you want to edit and press the OK button. The playback direct menu will be displayed.
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Creating Movie Stills (In-Movie Image Capture) Save a still copy of a selected frame. This option is available only with [4K] movies recorded with the camera. Display a movie you want to edit and press the OK button. The playback direct menu will be displayed. Select [Movie Edit] and press the OK button.
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Changing the role of the ) button during playback ( Function) Choose the role played by the ) button during playback. Menu MENU 2. Operations Function U q U U qR ]: Create or modify a “share order” by marking pictures for upload to a smartphone.
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Changing the roles of the front and rear dials during playback ( Dial Function) Choose the roles performed by the front and rear dials. Menu MENU 2. Operations Dial Function U q U Zoom in or out or switch to the index display during playback. (Index/Magnify) Prev/Next View the next or previous image during playback.
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Choosing the Playback Zoom Ratio Default Setting) Choose the starting zoom ratio for playback zoom (close-up playback). Menu MENU 2. Operations Default Setting U q U U q8 Recently Zoom in to the most recently selected zoom ratio. Images are displayed at a zoom ratio of 1:1. The icon appears Equally Value in the monitor.
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Automatically Rotating Portrait-Orientation Pictures for Playback ( Choose whether pictures shot in portrait orientation are automatically rotated for display on the camera. Menu MENU 3. Displays U q U Pictures are automatically rotated for display during playback. Pictures are not automatically rotated for display during playback. Automatically Rotating Portrait-Orientation Pictures for Playback (...
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Choosing the information displayed during playback ( Info Settings) Choose the information displayed during playback. Pressing the INFO button during playback will switch the display between the selected displays. Menu MENU 3. Displays Info Settings U q U Select the display type, and put a check ( ) next to it.
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Choosing the information displayed during magnified playback ( Info Settings) Choose the display when you magnify the picture by pressing a button to which [ ] (magnify) has been assigned (P.339). 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % ±...
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Configuring the index display ( Settings) You can change the number of frames to be displayed on the index display and whether to use the calendar display. Menu : MENU 3. Displays Settings U q U Select the display type, and put a check ( ) next to it.
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Functions for Configuring Camera Controls Changing the roles of buttons (Button Settings) A S M A S M A S M Other roles can be assigned to buttons in place of their existing functions. The functions assigned using [ Button Function] take effect in mode.
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Default role Icon Button Fn button on the lens AF Stop (AF Stop) To use on the arrow pad in their assigned roles, select [Direct Function] for [ (arrow pad). Super control panel Button Function / Button Function Menu MENU 1.
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Available Roles “ only”: This role is only available in the [ Button Function] menu. “ only”: This role is only available in the [ Button Function] menu. The options available vary from button to button. Role Function Recall settings for the selected custom mode. Press the control once to Custom Mode 1–5 recall saved settings, a second time to restore the settings previously (C1–C5)
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Role Function Adjust exposure settings. Hold the control and rotate the front or rear dial. Alternatively, you can press the button to activate settings and then rotate the dials. The adjustments available vary with the shooting mode: [P]: Use the front or rear dial or for exposure compensation.
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Role Function Pressing the button when [Off] is selected for [High Res Shot] selects High Res Shot ( the setting selected under [High Res Shot]. If an option other than [Off] is selected, pressing the button selects [Off]. To choose an option for only) [High Res Shot], hold the button and rotate the front or rear dial.
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Role Function Pressing the button when [Off] is selected for [AE BKT] selects the AE BKT setting selected under [AE BKT]. If an option other than [Off] is selected, pressing the button selects [Off]. To choose an option for [AE BKT], hold only) the button and rotate the front or rear dial.
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Role Function The subject to focus on can be locked (fixed) using the button. If multiple subjects are detected, you can select and lock onto the subject to focus on by rotating the front or rear dial while pressing the button. When eyes are detected while [ Human] is selected, you can select which eye to lock onto as the subject to focus on by rotating the front or...
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Role Function Press the control once to disable, and again to enable, the lens focus ring. This option is available when [S-AF ], [C-AF ], [ ], [C- AF+TR ], [Pre ], or [ ] is selected for [AF Mode]. portion of the AF mode indicator is displayed gray while the ring is disabled.
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Role Function Configure the control for use as a multi-function button (P.349). Hold Multi Function (Multi the control and rotate the front or rear dial to choose the function performed. The selected function can be performed by pressing the (Multi-Function) control.
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Role Function Lock touch controls. Press and hold the button once to lock touch controls and again to unlock. Lock ( (touch control lock) This function can be assigned to the buttons only. You must first set [ ] to [Direct Function]. Suspend autofocus.
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Using multi-function options (Multi Function) Assign multiple roles to a single button. To use the multi-function feature, you must first assign [Multi Function] to a camera control. “Customizable Controls” (P.339) Choosing a function Hold the button to which [Multi Function] is assigned and rotate the front or rear dial.
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The setting switches between [Standard] and [S-OVF] with S-OVF LV Mode each press of the button. Peak Peaking Turns on and off with each press of the button. You can choose the options displayed. [Multi Function Settings] (P.382) [Highlight&Shadow Control] can also be configured by following operations. During shooting, press the Fn (Exposure compensation) and then press the INFO button.
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Turn on or off Computational Modes The operations when the CP button is pressed are listed below. The last used Computational Mode is recalled. High Res Shot Turns on and off with each press of the button. Live ND ND2–ND64 Turns on and off with each press of the button.
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Recording a movie by pressing the shutter button Shutter Function) A S M A S M A S M Configure the shutter button as a (movie record) button. Menu MENU 1. Operations Button Settings Shutter Function U C U The shutter button cannot be used to record movies. Press the shutter button all the way down to start or stop movie recording.
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Assigning Roles to the Front and Rear Dials Dial Function / Dial Function) A S M A S M A S M Choose the roles performed by the front and rear dials. Menu MENU 1. Operations Dial Settings Dial Function U C U MENU 1.
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Shooting mode Role Function Adjust ISO sensitivity. WB (WB) Adjust white balance. Adjust the color temperature when CWB Kelvin (CWB Kelvin) CWB (Custom WB) is selected for white balance. None. Switch between Bulb, Time, and Live Comp. The functions that can be assigned in [ Dial Function] are listed below.
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Shooting mode Role Function None. Assigning Roles to the Front and Rear Dials Dial Function / Dial Function)
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Changing the Dial Direction (Dial Direction) A S M A S M A S M Choose the direction in which the dials are rotated to set exposure. Menu MENU 1. Operations Dial Settings Dial Direction U C U Choose the direction the dials are rotated to set aperture and shutter speed in Exposure modes.
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Customizing the Fn Lever (Fn Lever Settings) A S M A S M A S M Menu MENU 1. Operations Fn Lever Settings U C U How to configure the Fn lever Choose the role played by the Fn lever in still photography modes. The Fn lever can be used to choose the roles of the front and rear dials or Fn Lever Function to recall focus settings.
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Configuring [ Fn Lever Function] Select [ Fn Lever Function] on the [Fn Lever Settings] Fn Lever Function screen and press the OK button. mode1 mode2 Switches AF mode/AF target mode/ AF target point according to Fn lever position. Target can be selected. MENU INFO Fn Lever Function screen...
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Configuring [ Fn Lever Function] Select [ Fn Lever Function] on the [Fn Lever Settings] Fn Lever Function screen and press the OK button. mode1 mode2 Switches AF mode/AF target mode/ AF target point according to Fn lever position. Target can be selected. MENU INFO Fn Lever Function screen...
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Using [mode2] of [ Fn Lever Function] / [ Lever Function] When [mode2] is selected for [ Fn Lever Function] / [ FnLever Function], the camera will store separate focus settings for Positions 1 and 2. Rotate the Fn lever to Position 1 and set the AF settings. Fn lever The camera can store the settings that have been checked mode2...
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Configuring [Fn Lever/Power Lever] Select [Fn Lever/Power Lever] on the [Fn Lever Settings] Fn Lever/Power Lever screen and press the OK button. ON/OFF OFF/ON Use Fn Lever for designated functions. Use power switch to control power. MENU The lever functions according to the options selected for [ Fn Lever Function] and [ Fn Lever Function] (P.360).
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Power Zoom Lenses (Electronic Zoom Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the speed at which power zoom lenses zoom in or out when the zoom ring is rotated. Adjust zoom speed if it is so quick that you find it hard to frame your subject. Menu MENU 1.
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Choosing What Happens When the Shutter Button Is Pressed During Live View Zoom (LV Close Up Mode) A S M A S M A S M Choose display options for use with focus zoom. Menu MENU 2. Operations LV Close Up Mode U C U For information on live view zoom options, see the explanation on “Zoom frame AF/Zoom AF...
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Choosing the Behavior of the Control Used for Depth-of-Field Preview ( Lock) A S M A S M A S M Choose the behavior of the control used for depth-of-field preview. Menu MENU 2. Operations Lock U C U Before you will be able to use Super Spot AF, you must use [Button Settings] (P.339) to assign [Preview] to a camera control in advance.
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Button Hold Options (Press-and-hold Time) A S M A S M A S M Choose how long buttons must be pressed to perform resets and other similar functions for various features. For ease of use, button hold times can be set separately for different features. Menu MENU 2.
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Functions for adjusting the live view display Changing the look of the display ( LV Mode) A S M A S M A S M Increase dynamic range of the viewfinder display, increasing the amount of detail visible in highlights and shadows in a manner similar to optical viewfinders.
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Making the display easier to see in dark places Night Vision) A S M A S M A S M Increase brightness of the display to make it easier to see in dark places. Menu MENU 3. Live View Night Vision U C U Normal display.
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Viewfinder Display Rate (Frame Rate) A S M A S M A S M Choose the viewfinder display refresh rate. Menu MENU 3. Live View Frame Rate U C U Normal The standard frame rate. This is the preferred choice in most situations. Smooth the motion of fast-moving subjects.
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Art Filter Preview (Art LV Mode) A S M A S M A S M You can preview the effects of art filters in the monitor or viewfinder during shooting. Some filters may cause subject movement to appear jerky, but this can be minimized so as to not influence photography.
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Reducing Flicker in Live View (Anti-Flicker LV) A S M A S M A S M Reduce flicker under fluorescent lighting and the like. Choose this option if flicker makes the display difficult to view. Menu MENU 3. Live View Anti-Flicker LV U C U Auto...
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Selfie Assist (Selfie Assist) A S M A S M A S M Choose the display used when the monitor is reversed for self- portraits. Menu MENU 3. Live View Selfie Assist U C U The display does not change when the monitor is reversed. When reversed for self-portraits, the monitor shows a mirror image of the view through the lens.
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Functions for configuring information display Selecting the display style of the viewfinder (EVF Style) A S M A S M A S M Menu MENU 4. Information EVF Style U C U Similar to film camera viewfinder displays. Style 1/ Style 2 [1:02:03] [1:02:03]...
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Viewfinder display when shooting using the viewfinder (Style 1/Style 2) [ 99 ] [ 99 ] S - OVF S - OVF Call Call [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] [ 1 : 02 : 03 ] Lock Lock Night LV Night LV REC 00:59...
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Shooting Indicators ( Info Settings / Info Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the indicators listed in the live view display. You can display or hide shooting setting indicators. Use this option to choose the icons that appear in the display.
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Configuring Info Settings Select an indicator you wish to display when the INFO button Info Settings Image Only is pressed, and put a check ( ) next to it. Information 1 Information 2 Select an option using and press the OK button to put a check ( ) next to it.
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Configuring the display for when the shutter button is pressed halfway (Info by half- pressing A S M A S M A S M You can configure the display for when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Menu MENU 4. Information Info by half-pressing U C U No information is displayed while the shutter button is pressed halfway.
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Viewfinder Info Display Options ( Info Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the information that can be viewed by pressing the INFO button in the viewfinder display. Just as you can with the monitor, you can display a histogram or level gauge in the viewfinder by pressing the INFO button.
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Displaying the Level Gauge when the shutter button is pressed halfway ( Level Gauge) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether the level gauge can be displayed in the viewfinder by pressing the shutter button halfway when [ Style 1] or Style 2] is selected for [EVF Style]...
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Framing Guide Options ( Grid Settings / Grid Settings) A S M A S M A S M Menu MENU 5. Grid/Other Displays Grid Settings U C U MENU 5. Grid/Other Displays Grid Settings U C U Choose the displayed color. Display Color [Preset 1]: The settings of [Color of Preset 1] are used.
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Viewfinder Framing Grid Options ( Grid Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether to display a framing grid in the viewfinder. You can also choose guide color and type. This option takes effect when [ Style 1] or [ Style 2] is selected for [EVF Style] in mode.
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Choosing the Settings Available via the CP button ( Button Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the settings available via the CP button. Menu MENU 5. Grid/Other Displays Button Settings U C U Select an indicator you wish to display when the INFO button is pressed, and put a check ( Select an option using and press the OK button to put a check ( ).
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Choosing the Settings Available via Multi-Fn (Multi Function Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the settings that can be accessed via multi-function buttons. Menu MENU 5. Grid/Other Displays Multi Function Settings U C U Select the display type, and put a check ( ) next to it.
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Histogram Exposure Warning (Histogram Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the brightness levels that the histogram shows as overexposed (highlights) or underexposed (shadows). These levels are used for exposure warnings in the histogram displays during shooting and photo playback.
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Settings related to operation and display of menus Configuring the cursor on the menu screen (Menu Cursor Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose where the cursor will be displayed when you open the menu or move to a different page. Menu MENU 2.
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The camera can be configured to open the mode-specific menu when you press the MENU button in mode. [Off]: The menu opens according to the setting of [Menu Start Shortcut to B Mode Settings Position]. [On]: [Live Bulb], [Live Time], or [Composite Settings] opens, depending on the selected mode.
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Choosing how to move between pages with the rear dial ( Loop in Menu Tab) A S M A S M A S M Choose whether to switch the pages only within the same menu tab when the rear dial is turned. Menu MENU 1.
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[Yes]/[No] Default (Priority Set) A S M A S M A S M Choose the option highlighted by default when a [Yes]/[No] confirmation is displayed. Menu MENU 2. Operations Priority Set U C U [No] is highlighted by default. [Yes] is highlighted by default. [Yes]/[No] Default (Priority Set)
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“My Menu” Settings My Menu You can use “My Menu” to create a personalized menu tab containing only items you select. “My Menu” can contain up to 5 pages of 7 items each. You can delete items or change the page or item order.
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Press the button. button You will be prompted to choose a page. Use on the Select My Menu to add. Bulb/Time Focusing arrow pad to choose the “My Menu” page to which the item 8min Bulb/Time Timer will be added. Live Composite Timer Bulb/Time Monitor Live Bulb...
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You can make the camera display “My Menu” first when you press the MENU button. “Configuring the cursor on the menu screen (Menu Cursor Settings)” (P.384) Managing “My Menu” You can reorder items in “My Menu”, move them between pages, or remove them from “My Menu” altogether.
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Card/Folder/File Settings Formatting the card (Card Formatting) A S M A S M A S M Cards must be formatted with this camera before first 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. When formatting a used card, confirm there are no images that you still want to keep on the card.
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Specifying a folder to save images in (Assign Save Folder) A S M A S M A S M Specify the folder on the card in which the images will be saved. Menu MENU 1. Card/Folder/File Assign Save Folder U e U [New Folder]: Specify a 3-digit folder number.
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File Naming Options (File Name) A S M A S M A S M Choose how the camera names files when saving photos or movies to memory cards. File names consist of a four-character prefix and a four-digit number. Use this option to choose how file numbers are assigned.
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Naming Files (Edit Filename) A S M A S M A S M Change the file names the camera uses when saving photos and movies to memory cards. Menu MENU 1. Card/Folder/File Edit Filename U e U [Date (mdd)]: The 2nd to 4th characters will be made up of the numbers corresponding to the month and day of the recording date (A to C will be used for October to December).
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User information Saving lens info (Lens Info Settings) A S M A S M A S M The camera can store information for up to 10 lenses that do not conform to the Micro Four Thirds or Four Thirds system standards. These data also supply the focal length used for the image stabilization and keystone compensation features.
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Entering characters Press the INFO button to switch between uppercase, Lens Name 5/31 lowercase and symbols. 1 2 - 4 0 Highlight a character using press the OK FGHI button to enter. The selected character appears in the character entry MENU a A # INFO...
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Output Resolution (dpi Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the output resolution information (in dots per inch, or dpi) stored with photo image files. The selected resolution will be used when the images are printed. The dpi setting is stored as an Exif tag. Menu MENU 2.
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Adding Copyright Information (Copyright Info.) A S M A S M A S M Choose the copyright information stored with photos when they are saved. Copyright information is stored as Exif tags. Menu MENU 2. Information Record Copyright Info. U e U We will not be held liable for any disputes or damages arising from use of the [Copyright Info.] feature.
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Configuring Copyright Info. Configure options. Copyright Info. Copyright Info. Press to select an item and press the OK button to Artist Name display the setting menu. Copyright Name After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Copyright Info. setting screen. MENU Artist Name Enter the name of the photographer.
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Monitor/Sound/Connection Settings Disabling Touch Controls (Touchscreen Settings) A S M A S M A S M Enable or disable touch controls. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection Touchscreen Settings U e U Disable touch controls. Enable touch controls. Disabling Touch Controls (Touchscreen Settings)
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Monitor Brightness and Hue (Monitor Adjust) A S M A S M A S M Adjust monitor color temperature and brightness. This option applies in both still photography and movie modes. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection Monitor Adjust U e U Adjust color temperature.
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Viewfinder Brightness and Hue (EVF Adjust) A S M A S M A S M Adjust viewfinder brightness and hue. The display switches to the viewfinder while these settings are being adjusted. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection EVF Adjust U e U Adjust color temperature.
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Configuring the eye sensor (Eye Sensor Settings) A S M A S M A S M You can specify how the camera operates when you put your eye to the viewfinder. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection Eye Sensor Settings U e U [Off]: The display does not switch when you put your eye to the viewfinder.
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Disabling the Focus Beep ( A S M A S M A S M Disable the beep that sounds when the camera focuses. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection U e U A beep sounds after successful autofocus operations. The beep sounds only when the camera first focuses using [C-AF].
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External Monitor Display Options (HDMI Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose the signal output to external monitors connected via HDMI. Adjust the frame rate, movie frame size, and other settings according to monitor specifications. Menu MENU 3.
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Choosing a USB Connection Mode (USB Settings) A S M A S M A S M Choose how the camera functions when connected to external devices via USB. Menu MENU 3. Monitor/Sound/Connection USB Settings U e U [Select]: The menu for selecting the connection mode appears each time a USB cable is connected.
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Choose whether to power the camera when connecting to a computer via USB. [Yes]: The camera will be powered when the camera and computer are Power Supply from USB connected via USB. [No]: The camera will not be powered when the camera and computer are connected via USB.
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Battery/Sleep Settings Displaying Battery Status ( Battery Status) A S M A S M A S M View the status of the batteries inserted in the camera. Menu MENU 5. Battery/Sleep Battery Status U e U Some items are not displayed when the camera is powered from a USB-AC adapter or a USB PD-compliant USB device.
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Changing the battery level display during movie recording ( Display Pattern) A S M A S M A S M Choose a format for the battery level display. Battery level can be displayed as a percentage or as the amount of shooting time remaining. The shooting time display is intended as a guide only.
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Dimming the Backlight (Backlit LCD) A S M A S M A S M Choose the length of time before the monitor backlight dims when no operations are performed. Dimming the backlight reduces the drain on the battery. Menu MENU 5.
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Setting Sleep (Power Saving) Options (Sleep) A S M A S M A S M Choose the delay before the camera enters sleep mode when no operations are performed. In sleep mode, camera operations are suspended and the monitor turns off. Menu MENU 5.
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Setting Auto Power Off Options (Auto Power Off) A S M A S M A S M The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for a set time after it has entered sleep mode. This option is used to choose the delay before the camera turns off automatically. Menu MENU 5.
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Reducing Power Consumption (Quick Sleep Mode) A S M A S M A S M Further reduce power consumption during viewfinder photography. The delay before the backlight turns off or the camera enters sleep mode can be shortened. Power saving is not available: during live view photography, while the viewfinder is on, while multiple exposure or interval timer photography is in progress, while connected to an HDMI device, while connecting to a smartphone via Wi-Fi, while connecting to a computer, or while Bluetooth is enabled...
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Configuring Quick Sleep Mode Configure options. Quick Sleep Mode Quick Sleep Mode Press to select an item and press the OK button to Backlit LCD 8sec display the setting menu. Sleep 10sec After configuring options, press the OK button to return to Quick Sleep Mode setting screen.
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Reset/Clock/Language/Others Settings Restoring Default Settings (Reset/Initialize Settings) A S M A S M A S M Reset the camera to factory default settings. You can opt to reset almost all settings or only those directly related to photography. Menu MENU 6.
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Setting the Camera Clock ( Settings) A S M A S M A S M Set the camera clock. Menu MENU 6. Reset/Clock/Language/Others Settings U e U Set the date, time, and date format. Use the buttons to highlight items and use the buttons to change the highlighted item.
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Choosing a Language ( A S M A S M A S M Choose a language for camera menus and tool tips. Menu MENU 6. Reset/Clock/Language/Others U e U Choosing a Language (...
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Calibrating the Level Gauge (Level Adjust) A S M A S M A S M Correct deviation in the level gauge. Calibrate the gauge if you find it is no longer truly plumb or level. Menu MENU 6. Reset/Clock/Language/Others Level Adjust U e U Reset Reset the gauge to factory default settings.
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Image Processing Check (Pixel Mapping) A S M A S M A S M Check the image sensor and image processing functions simultaneously. For best results, end shooting and playback and wait at least a minute before performing pixel mapping. Be sure to perform the check again if you accidentally turn the camera off while the check is in progress.
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Viewing the Firmware Version (Firmware Version) A S M A S M A S M View the versions of the firmware for the camera and any lenses or other peripherals currently connected. You may need this information when contacting customer support or performing firmware updates.
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Viewing Certificates (Certification) A S M A S M A S M Display the compliance certificates for some of the standards with which the camera complies. Menu MENU 6. Reset/Clock/Language/Others Certification U e U Viewing Certificates (Certification)
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Connecting the Camera to External Devices Connecting to External Devices A number of tasks can be accomplished by connecting the camera to an external device such as a computer or smartphone. Connecting to External Devices...
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® Precautions for Using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ® Disable wireless LAN and Bluetooth in countries, regions, or locations in which their use is prohibited. ® The camera is equipped with wireless LAN and Bluetooth . Use of these features in countries outside the region of purchase may violate local wireless regulations.
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Disabling the camera’s wireless communication (Airplane Mode) A S M A S M A S M ® Disable the camera’s wireless (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ) functions. Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Airplane Mode U e U Wireless communication is enabled. Wireless communication is disabled. You cannot use it until you change the setting to [Off]. appears when you select [On].
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Connecting the Camera to a Smartphone Connecting to Smartphones ® Use the camera’s wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth features to connect to a smartphone, where you can use the dedicated app to enhance your enjoyment of the camera both before and after shooting.
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Pairing the Camera and Smartphone (Device Connection) Follow the steps below when connecting the devices for the first time. Adjust pairing settings using OM Image Share, not the settings app that is part of the smartphone operating system. Launch the copy of the dedicated OM Image Share app previously installed on your smartphone.
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Follow the on-screen instructions in OM Image Share to scan the QR code and adjust connection settings. If you are unable to scan the QR code, follow the on-screen instructions in OM Image Share to adjust settings manually. ® Bluetooth : To connect, select the local name and enter the passcode displayed in the camera monitor into the Bluetooth settings dialog in OM Image Share.
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Setting the security for smartphone connections ( Connection Security) Set the security for Wi-Fi connection to your smartphone. Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings Connection Security U e U If set to [WPA2/WPA3], you may not be able to connect to your smartphone via Wi-Fi. If this happens, set to [WPA2].
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Wireless Connection Standby Setting for When the Camera Is On (Bluetooth) You can choose whether the camera will be on standby for wireless connection with a smartphone or optional remote control when the power is on. Complete the pairing of camera and smartphone or the optional remote control beforehand. [Bluetooth] cannot be selected unless the pairing has been completed.
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Wireless Settings for When the Camera Is Off (Power-off Standby) You can choose whether the camera will maintain a wireless connection to the smartphone when off. Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings Power-off Standby U e U When you turn the camera off, you will be prompted to choose whether to maintain the Select wireless connection to the smartphone.
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Note that if [On] is selected for [Power-off Standby], camera may not turn on immediately when the ON/OFF lever is rotated to ON. Wireless Settings for When the Camera Is Off (Power-off Standby)
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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. “Selecting Pictures for Sharing (Share Order)” (P.315) If [Off] or [On ] is selected for [Bluetooth]...
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Automatically uploading images while the camera is off To configure the camera to automatically upload images to a smartphone while off: Mark images for sharing (P.315). Enable power-off standby (P.430). If you are using an iOS device, launch OM Image Share. When you mark an image for sharing on the camera and turn the camera off, a notification appears in OM Image Share.
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Shooting remotely with a smartphone (Live View) You can shoot remotely by operating the camera with a smartphone while checking the live view on the smartphone screen. The camera shows the connection screen and all operations are performed from the smartphone. If [Off] or [On ] is selected for [Bluetooth]...
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Shooting remotely with a smartphone (Remote Shutter) You can shoot remotely by operating the camera with a smartphone (Remote Shutter). All operations are available on the camera. In addition, you can shoot pictures and record movies using the shutter button displayed on the smartphone screen. If [Off] or [On ] is selected for [Bluetooth]...
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Adding position information to images Using the smartphone’s GPS function, you can add position information when taking pictures with the camera. If [Off] or [On ] is selected for [Bluetooth] (P.429), select [On Selecting [On ] for [Bluetooth] (P.429) puts the camera on standby, ready for a wireless connection.
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Resetting smartphone connection settings (Reset Settings) You can restore smartphone connection settings to default values. Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings Reset Settings U e U The following menu items will be reset. Connection Security] (P.428) Connection Password] (P.438) [Power-off Standby] (P.430) Before connecting to a smartphone, you will need to pair the devices again (P.426).
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Changing the password ( Connection Password) ® To change the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth passwords: Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Settings Connection Password U e U Press the button as directed by the on-screen guide. A new password will be set. ® Both the Wi-Fi connection password and Bluetooth connection passcode can be changed.
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Connecting to Computers via USB Installing Software Install the following software to access the camera while it is connected directly to the computer via USB. OM Workspace This computer application is used to download, view, and manage photos and movies recorded with the camera.
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Copying Pictures to the Computer (Storage/ MTP) When connected to a computer, the camera can function as external storage in much the same way as a hard drive or other external storage device. Data can be copied from the camera to the computer. After confirming that the camera is off, connect it to the computer using the USB cable.
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The camera will connect to the computer as a new storage device. Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer is equipped with a USB port. Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc., computers without a factory-installed OS, or home-built computers Camera functions cannot be used while the camera is connected to the computer.
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Connecting the Camera for High-Speed RAW Processing ( RAW) When you edit RAW data with the camera and computer connected, processing will be faster than when done with the computer only. After confirming that the camera is off, connect it to the computer using the USB cable. Turn the camera on.
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Using the Camera as a Webcam (Webcam) The camera can be connected to a computer and used as a webcam for online meetings and live streaming. No additional drivers or applications are necessary. Video and audio data captured by the camera is streamed to the computer by simply connecting the two devices via USB (USB streaming).
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Video and audio cannot be streamed to the computer if: an option other than is selected for the dial, or the playback screen or menu screen are being displayed. Depending on the application you are using, performing these operations may temporarily disrupt video and audio streaming.
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Powering the Camera via USB (USB PD) Mobile batteries or USB AC adapters conforming to the USB Power Delivery (USB PD) standard can be used to power the camera. The device must: Standard: Conform to the USB Power Delivery (USB PD) standard Output: Be rated for an output of 27 W (9 V 3 A, 15 V 2 A, or 15 V 3 A) or more After confirming that the camera is off, use the USB cable to connect it to the device.
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Using the Remote Control Names of parts RM-WR2 (optional) Shutter button Data transfer indicator Shutter button lock Mode dial ( / CONNECT) Cable connector Battery-compartment lid Battery compartment cover Strap eyelet The optional RM-WR1 remote control cannot be used with this camera. Names of parts...
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Connection Wireless connection For wireless connection, you must pair the camera and the remote control first. Menu MENU 4. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wireless Shutter Setting U e U Follow the on-screen instructions. When pairing is complete, [Bluetooth] will be Start Pairing set to [On Delete Pairing If you select [Yes] and press the OK button, the paired device will be deleted.
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When a message indicating pairing is complete is displayed, Wireless Shutter Setting press the OK button. Pairing is complete. Bluetooth setting is changed to On The remote control firmware version is displayed. AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF Ver.1.0 The data transfer indicator goes out when pairing is complete. [Bluetooth] (P.429) will automatically be set to [On ] when pairing is complete.
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Shooting from the remote control A S M A S M A S M Before establishing a wireless connection between the camera and remote control, confirm that ] is selected for [Bluetooth] (P.429). When set to [On appears in the display and the camera will be on standby for wireless communication with the remote control as soon as it is turned Rotate the mode dial of the remote control to Press the shutter button on the remote control to take pictures.
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Data transfer indicator of the remote control Lights once Remote control operation is sent to the camera correctly. Remote control operation is not sent to the camera correctly. Shorten the Flashes rapidly (1 distance between the camera and the remote control. If the problem is not second) solved, check the setting of the camera.
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MAC address of the remote control The MAC address of the remote control is printed on the warranty card provided with the remote control. MAC address of the remote control...
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Precautions for using the remote control Do not tug on the battery-compartment cover or use it to turn the battery-compartment lid. Do not pierce batteries with sharp objects. Confirm that the battery-compartment lid is free of foreign matter before closing it. Precautions for using the remote control...
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Connecting to TVs or External Displays via HDMI Connecting the Camera to TVs or External Displays (HDMI) Pictures can be displayed on televisions connected to the camera via HDMI. Use the television to display pictures to an audience. You can also film movies while the camera is connected to an external monitor or video recorder via HDMI.
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Viewing Pictures on a TV (HDMI) Photos and movies can be viewed on a high-definition TV connected directly to the camera by means of an HDMI cable. For information on output signal setting, see “External Monitor Display Options (HDMI Settings)” (P.405).
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Cautions Information about Dust and Water-resistant Features This camera has a water-resistant specification of IPX3 (when used in combination with an IPX3 or higher water-resistant lens supplied by our company). This camera has a dust resistant specification of IP5X (under our company’s test conditions). Precautions Dust and water-resistant capabilities may be lost when the camera is subjected to shock.
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Batteries The camera uses our lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than our genuine 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. Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode.
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Using your USB-AC adapter abroad The USB-AC adapter can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) around the world. However, depending on the country or area you are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differently and the USB-AC adapter may require a plug adapter to match the wall outlet.
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Information 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. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System lenses. The optional adapter is required.
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MF Clutch Lenses The “MF clutch” (manual focus clutch) mechanism on MF clutch lenses can be used to switch between auto and manual focus simply by repositioning the focus ring. Check the position of the MF clutch before shooting. Sliding the focus ring to the AF/MF position at the end of the lens selects autofocus, while sliding it to the MF position closer to the camera body selects manual focus, regardless of the focus mode chosen with the camera.
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Monitor display when using a lens equipped with the SET/CALL function The camera monitor displays “ Set” when the focus position is saved using the SET option and “ Call” when a saved focus position is restored using the CALL option. For more information on SET and CALL, see the lens manual.
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Optional Accessories Using the charger (BCX-1) Two batteries can be inserted. It can also be used with only one battery inserted. Charge the battery. 100% Lithium ion battery (BLX-1) USB cable (CB-USB13: supplied) USB-AC adapter (F-7AC: sold separately) Direction indicating mark ( AC wall outlet Lithium-ion charger Charging indicators...
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Designated External Flash Units When using an optional flash unit designed for use with the camera, you can choose the flash mode using camera controls and take pictures with the flash. See the documentation provided with the flash unit for information on flash features and their use. Choose a flash unit to suit your needs, taking into consideration such factors as the output required and whether the unit supports macro photography.
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FL-900R TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL, MULTI, RC, Flash control mode SL AUTO, SL MANUAL GN (Guide Number, ISO GN 58 (100/200 mm 100) GN 27 (12/24 mm Supported wireless systems STF-8 Flash control mode TTL-AUTO, MANUAL, RC GN (Guide Number, ISO GN8.5 100) Supported wireless...
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Wireless remote control flash photography A S M A S M A S M Wireless flash photography is available with compatible flash units that support wireless remote control (RC). The remote flash units are controlled via a unit mounted on the camera hot shoe. Settings can be adjusted separately for the units in up to three other groups.
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Adjust flash settings. Highlight items using the buttons and rotate the front dial to choose settings. FGHI Group, flash control mode A Mode Flash compensation Auto Optical signal strength ± Small Channel WB Auto Flash mode ± ± 1:02:03 1023 Choose a group.
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Setting up the flash Set the remote flash units to RC mode. Turn the external flash units on, press the MODE button, and select RC mode. Set up the group to control with the dedicated external flash and configure their communication channels so that they match the camera settings.
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Other external flash units Note the following when using a third-party flash unit mounted on the camera hot shoe: Using obsolete flash units that apply currents of more than about 250 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. Connecting flash units with signal contacts that do not conform to our specifications may damage the camera.
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Accessories For the latest information, please visit our website. Power supply Lithium-ion charger USB-AC adapter Lithium-ion battery BCX-1 F-7AC BLX-1 Viewfinder Eyecup EP-16 Remote control/release Remote control RM-WR2 Accessories...
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Lens Micro Four Thirds system lenses Four Thirds system lenses An MMF-2 or MMF-3 Four Thirds Adapter is required to use Four Thirds System lenses with this camera. There are restrictions on the lenses that can be used with the adapter.
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Flash Mode Electronic Flash Electronic Flash Electronic Flash FL-LM3 FL-900R FL-700WR Macro Flash Wireless Radiowave Commander Wireless Radiowave Receiver STF-8 FC-WR FR-WR Case/Strap Camera Case Shoulder Strap Connection Cable USB Cable HDMI Cable (HDMI cables are available from third-party suppliers.) Memory Card SDHC SDXC...
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Software Photo management/editing software for computers OM Workspace Smartphone app OM Image Share Accessories...
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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.
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Inspecting and Cleaning the Image Sensor This camera incorporates a dust reduction function to keep dust from getting on the image sensor and to remove any dust or dirt from the image sensor surface with ultrasonic vibrations. The dust reduction function operates when the camera is turned on.
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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. “Charging the battery” (P.29) The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold Battery performance drops at low temperatures.
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No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed The camera has turned off automatically If [On] is selected for [Quick Sleep Mode], the camera will enter sleep mode if no operations are performed for a set period. Press the shutter button halfway to exit the sleep mode. [Quick Sleep Mode] (P.413) The camera automatically enters sleep mode to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations are...
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Noise reduction is activated When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds, during which shooting is not possible. You can set [Noise Reduction] to [Off]. [Noise Reduction] (P.172) The number of AF targets is reduced The size and number of available AF targets vary with group target settings (P.104) and the options...
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Pictures are “washed out” This may occur when the picture is taken in backlight or semi-backlight conditions. This is due to a phenomenon called flare or ghosting. As far as possible, consider a composition where strong light source is not taken in the picture. Flare may occur even when a light source is not present in the picture.
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The subject appears distorted The following functions use an electronic shutter: Movie Recording (P.73) / Silent Mode (P.196) / Pro Capture Shooting (P.198) / High Res Shot (P.243) / Focus Bracketing (P.282) / Focus Stacking (P.254) / Live ND Shooting (P.247) / Live GND Shooting (P.250) / HDR (P.257) This may cause distortion if the subject is moving rapidly or the camera is moved abruptly.
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Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause/Corrective action The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card. Or reinsert the card properly. No Card There is a problem with the memory card. Remove and reinsert the memory card. If this does not solve the problem, format the card.
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Monitor indication Possible cause/Corrective action Camera retouch features cannot be applied to pictures recorded with other devices. The Image Cannot Be Retouch the picture on a computer or other devices. Edited The clock is not set. Y/M/D Set the clock (P.416). The internal temperature of the camera has risen due to sequential Heat shooting.
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Specifications Camera Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard Product type lens system Lens M.ZUIKO DIGITAL, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a Approx. twice the focal length of the lens 35 mm film camera Image sensor Product type...
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Live view Sensor Uses Live MOS sensor Magnification 100% Monitor Product type 3.0” TFT color LCD, Vari-angle, touch screen Total no. of pixels Approx. 1.62 million dots (aspect ratio 3:2) Shutter Product type Computerized focal-plane shutter Shutter Speed 1/8000 – 60 sec., bulb photography, time photography Flash sync speed 1/250 s or slower Auto focus...
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White balance Auto/Preset WB (7 settings)/Customized WB/One-touch WB Mode setting (camera can store up to 4 settings) Recording SD, SDHC and SDXC Memory UHS-II compatible Recording system Digital recording, JPEG (DCF2.0), RAW Data Compatible standard Exif 3.0, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Sound with still pictures Wave format Movie recording mode...
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External flash Flash control mode TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode)/MANUAL X-Sync. 1/250 s or slower Wireless LAN Compatible standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n ® Bluetooth Compatible standard Bluetooth Version 4.2 BLE External connector USB (Type C); HDMI (type D); microphone jack (ø3.5 mm stereo ...
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Lithium-ion battery MODEL NO. BLX-1 Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery Nominal voltage DC7.2V Nominal capacity 2280mAh No. of charge and discharge Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) times Ambient temperature 0 °C − 40 °C (32 °F − 104 °F) (charging) Dimensions Approx.
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Default Settings Default Settings Super Control/LV Super Control Panel (P.487) Tab (P.493) Tab (P.501) AF Tab (P.506) Tab (P.512) Tab (P.517) Tab (P.519) Tab (P.527) Default Settings...
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Super Control/LV Super Control Panel indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. Mode Role Default role...
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Role Default role Flash Exposure Comp. ±0.0 Manual Value Full (When flash is set to [ Manual]) Drive Metering Aspect S-IS Auto Image Stabilizer F (when High Res Shot is set: F+RAW) 30p L-8 Super Control/LV Super Control Panel...
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Mode Role Default role Shooting Mode — Shutter Speed 1/125 s Aperture Value F5.6 ISO Auto AF Target Mode Exposure Comp./ Exposure Comp. ±0.0 All ±0.0 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth — — — — Picture Mode Natural WB Auto Kelvin 5400K (When [ WB] is set to [CWB]) —...
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Mode Role Default role Shooting Mode — Shutter Speed 1/125 s Aperture Value F5.6 ISO Auto AF Target Mode Exposure Comp./ Exposure Comp. ±0.0 All ±0.0 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth — — — — Picture Mode Natural WB Auto Kelvin 5400K (When [ WB] is set to [CWB]) —...
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RC Mode Role Default role Shooting Mode — — Shutter Speed 1/250 s (When set to ), Bulb (When set to Aperture Value F5.6 ISO Auto AF Target Mode Small Exposure Comp./ Exposure Comp. ±0.0 All ±0.0 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth — —...
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Role Default role optical signal strength Channel Super Control/LV Super Control Panel...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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2. Picture Mode/WB Role Default role Picture Mode Natural ― Picture Mode Settings All items: WB Auto ― ― ― Keep Warm Color ― Color Space sRGB 3. ISO/Noise Reduction Role Default role ISO-A Upper/Default Upper Limit 25600 Default Auto ISO-A Lowest S/S...
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Role Default role Noise Reduction Auto 4. Exposure Role Default role Flicker Scan EV Step 1/3EV ― Exposure Shift ±0 ― ±0 ― ±0 ― 5. Metering Role Default role Metering Auto Metering during Auto Reset S-AF Only AEL by half-pressing Metering during All items: Spot Metering...
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Role Default role 1/250sec X-Sync. 1/60sec Slow Limit Balanced Flash Metering Flash Mode Settings Reduce Red-eye Synchro Settings First Curtain 7. Drive Mode Role Default role Drive Anti-Flicker Shooting Sequential Shooting Settings — Max fps 6fps Frame Count Limiter —...
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Role Default role — Max fps 120fps Frame Count Limiter — Max fps 50fps Frame Count Limiter ProCap — Max fps 20fps Pre-shutter Frames Frame Count Limiter ProCap SH1 — Max fps 120fps ...
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Role Default role Self-timer Settings — — (without — — — Number of Frames 1sec Timer Interval Length 0.5sec Every Frame AF (without — Number of Frames 1sec Timer Interval Length 0.5sec Every Frame AF Anti-Shock Settings Anti-Shock...
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Role Default role Silent Settings Waiting Time 0sec — Noise Reduction — Not Allow — AF Illuminator Not Allow — Flash Mode Not Allow — 8. Image Stabilizer Role Default role S-IS Auto Image Stabilizer Fps Priority Image Stabilizer —...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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Role Default role Focus Stacking Focus Stacking Set number of shots — Set focus differential — 0sec — Charge Time Multiple Exposure Multiple Exposure — Auto Gain — — Overlay — — 2. Other Shooting Functions Role Default role Digital Tele-converter...
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Role Default role Interval Shooting Interval Shooting — Number of Frames — Start Waiting Time 00:00:01 — Interval Length 00:00:01 — Interval Mode Time Priority — Exposure Smoothing — Time Lapse Movie — Movie Settings ...
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Role Default role BULB/TIME/COMP Settings Bulb/Time Focusing Bulb/Time Timer 8min Live Composite Timer Bulb/Time Monitor — Live Bulb — Live Time 0.5sec — Composite Settings 1/2sec 3. Bracketing Role Default role AE BKT WB BKT FL BKT ISO BKT ART BKT ART BKT ...
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Role Default role Focus BKT Focus BKT Set number of shots — Set focus differential — 0sec — Charge Time...
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AF Tab indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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2. AF Role Default role Subject Detection C-AF Setting ― C-AF Area ― C-AF Area ― C-AF when AF Button Priority Priority Eye Detection Frame ― 3. AF Role Default role AF Illuminator AF Area Pointer ― 4. AF Role Default role ±0...
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Role Default role C-AF Center Priority Cross Large (without (without (without (without AF Limiter AF Limiter Distance for On1 5.0 - 999.9m ― Distance for On2 10.0 - 999.9m ― Distance for On3 50.0 - 999.9m ― Release Priority ―...
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5. Movie AF Role Default role C-AF AF Mode ±0 C-AF Speed ±0 C-AF Sensitivity 6. AF Target Settings & Operations Role Default role AF Target Mode Settings ― ― Single ― Cross ― ― Large ― (without ― (without ―...
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Role Default role Set Home AF Target Mode ― All) AF Target Point ― Select Screen Settings ― dial Mode ― button Loop Settings ― Loop Selection ― AF Targeting Pad ― 7. MF Role Default role MF Assist Magnify ―...
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Role Default role Preset MF distance 999.9m ― MF Clutch Operative Focus Ring ― Reset Lens ― AF Tab...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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Role Default role Recall — — — — Assign — — — Shooting Mode: Save Settings Reset — — Custom Mode Name — — — Recall — — — — Assign — — — Shooting Mode: Save Settings Reset —...
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2. Picture Mode/WB Role Default role Picture Mode Same as ― View Assist WB Auto ― ― ― Keep Warm Color 3. ISO/Noise Reduction Role Default role ISO-A Upper/Default Upper Limit 12800 Default ― ISO-Auto Standard Noise Filter 4.
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5. Sound Recording/Connection Role Default role Sound Recording Settings Recording Volume ±0 Built-In ±0 ― Volume Limiter Wind Noise Reduction ― Recording Rate 48kHz/16bit ― ― Plug-in Power Camera Rec. Volume Operative ― Headphone Volume ― Time Code Settings Time Code Mode Drop Frame ―...
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6. Shooting Assist Role Default role Center Marker ― Zebra Pattern Settings Zebra Pattern Settings ― ― Level 1 ― Level 2 ― Red Frame during Recording Lamp ―...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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Role Default role ― ― Info Settings All items: ― ― 25] and [Calendar]: Settings Rating Settings ― ― All items:...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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Role Default role AF-ON — — (AF-target selection) — — AF Stop — — Shutter Function Dial Settings Dial Function : Exposure Comp. Lever 1 — : Ps ...
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Role Default role Dial Function : Exposure Comp. Lever 1 — : Exposure Comp. Lever 2 — : Exposure Comp. Lever 1 — : Aperture Value Lever 2 — : Exposure Comp. Lever 1 — : Shutter Speed ...
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Role Default role Fn Lever Settings mode2 — — Fn Lever Function mode2 — — Fn Lever Function Fn Lever/Power Lever — — Electronic Zoom Settings Normal — Elec. Zoom Speed Normal — Elec. Zoom Speed 2. Operations Role Default role LV Close Up Mode...
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3. Live View Role Default role Standard ― LV Mode ― Night Vision Frame Rate Normal ― Art LV Mode mode1 ― Anti-Flicker LV ― Selfie Assist ― ― 4. Information Role Default role EVF Style ― ― Style 3 [Image Only], [Information 1] and ―...
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5. Grid/Other Displays Role Default role Grid Settings Display Color Preset 1 ― Displayed Grid ― R/G/B: 38 Color of Preset 1 ― α: 75% R: 180 Color of Preset 2 G/B: 0 ― α: 75% Grid Settings ― Exclusive for Display Color Preset 1...
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Role Default role Grid Settings ― Exclusive for Display Color Preset 1 ― Displayed Grid ― R/G/B: 38 Color of Preset 1 ― α: 75% R: 180 Color of Preset 2 G/B: 0 ― α: 75% ― Button Settings All items: Multi Function Settings ―...
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indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. / indicates roles that can be registered in [ Custom Mode]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Initialize All Settings]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Reset Shooting Settings]. 1.
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3. Monitor/Sound/Connection Role Default role Touchscreen Settings ― ― Monitor Adjust ±0 ― (Brightness) A0, G0 ― (Color temperature) EVF Adjust Auto ― (Brightness) A0, G0 ― (Color temperature) Eye Sensor Settings EVF Auto Switch ― ― Behavior when switched Maintain Screen ―...
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6. Reset/Clock/Language/Others Role Default role Reset/Initialize Settings Reset Shooting Settings ― ― ― ― Initialize All Settings ― ― ― ― Settings ― ― ― ― Time Zone ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― Level Adjust ―...
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Memory Card Capacity Memory Card Capacity: Photos Figures are for a 64 GB SDXC card used to record photos with an aspect ratio of 4:3. Number of Record Image size Compression File File size (MB) storable still mode (Pixel count) ratio format (approx.) pictures...
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Number of Record Image size Compression File File size (MB) storable still mode (Pixel count) ratio format (approx.) pictures (Tripod) Loss-less 10368 × 7776 compression (Tripod) (Tripod) 10368 × 7776 JPEG +RAW 197.0 (14bit) Loss-less 5184 × 3888 compression (Tripod) 10368 × 7776 Loss-less compression (Tripod) (Tripod)
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Number of Record Image size Compression File File size (MB) storable still mode (Pixel count) ratio format (approx.) pictures Loss-less 21.7 2727 compression 1/2.7 13.1 4103 5184 × 3888 JPEG 5954 11355 1/2.7 10172 3200 × 2400 JPEG 14360 24413 1/2.7 24413 1920 ×...
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Memory Card Capacity: Movies Figures are for a 64 GB SDXC memory card. ([Recording Rate]: Set to [48kHz/16bit]) Capacity (approx.) Movie Motion Playback Video Video Resolution Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] L-GOP 59.94p 41 minutes 54 minutes ...
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Capacity (approx.) Movie Motion Playback Video Video Resolution Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] L-GOP 59.94p 160 minutes 199 minutes 50.00p 160 minutes 199 minutes 29.97p 312 minutes 385 minutes 25.00p 312 minutes 385 minutes ...
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Capacity (approx.) Movie Motion Playback Video Video Resolution Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] L-GOP 59.94p 40 minutes 53 minutes 50.00p 40 minutes 53 minutes 29.97p 79 minutes 104 minutes 25.00p 79 minutes 104 minutes 23.98p 79 minutes 104 minutes...
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Movie Resolution: C4K Capacity (approx.) Motion Playback Sensor Frame Rate Video Video Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] L-GOP 59.94p 50fps / 30fps / 25fps / 41 minutes 54 minutes 24fps / 15fps / 12fps / 8fps / 6fps / 3fps / 2fps / 1fps ...
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Movie Resolution: 4K Capacity (approx.) Motion Playback Sensor Frame Rate Video Video Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] L-GOP 59.94p 50fps / 30fps / 25fps / 41 minutes 54 minutes 24fps / 15fps / 12fps / 8fps / 6fps / 3fps / 2fps / 1fps ...
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Movie Resolution: FHD Capacity (approx.) Motion Playback Sensor Frame Rate Video Video Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] 59.94p 50fps / 30fps / 25fps / — 51 minutes 24fps / 15fps / 12fps / 8fps / 6fps / 3fps / 2fps / 1fps ...
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Capacity (approx.) Motion Playback Sensor Frame Rate Video Video Compensation Frame Rate Codec]: Set to Codec]: Set to [H.264] [H.265] 29.97p 240fps 1/ 120fps 306 minutes 344 minutes 60fps / 50fps / 25fps / 312 minutes 385 minutes 24fps / 15fps / 12fps / 8fps / 6fps / 3fps / 2fps / 1fps ...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
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WARNING Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases. Rest your eyes periodically when using the viewfinder. Failure to observe this precaution could result in eyestrain, nausea, or sensations similar to motion sickness. The length and frequency of the required rest varies with the individual; use your own judgement.
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Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers. In sandy or dusty environments. Near flammable items or explosives. In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. In places prone to strong vibrations.
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Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery, Battery Charger and USB-AC adapter We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine rechargeable battery, battery charger, and USB-AC adapter specified by our company with this camera. Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery, battery charger and/or USB-AC adapter may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery.
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Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the image sensor, or may possibly cause fires. Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to a strong light source or direct sunlight. The heat may damage the viewfinder.
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® Using the wireless LAN/Bluetooth functions Turn off the camera in hospitals and other locations where medical equipment is present. The radio waves from the camera may adversely affect medical equipment, causing a malfunction ® that results in an accident. Be sure to disable wireless LAN/Bluetooth functions in the vicinity of medical equipment (P.424).
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Disclaimer of Warranty Our company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to use these written materials or software or equipment.
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The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners.
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