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DIGITAL CAMERA
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera,
please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are
additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will
differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Basic guide
Quick task index
Table of Contents
Basic photography/frequently-
1.
used options
2.
Other shooting options
3.
Flash shooting
4.
Shooting and viewing movies
5.
Playback options
6.
Sending and receiving images
7.
Using OLYMPUS Viewer 2
8.
Printing pictures
9.
Camera setup
10.
Customizing camera settings
11.
Information
12.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
System chart
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  • Page 1 System chart Index Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    ■ This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly directed to users in North America. Information for Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read and understand all instructions before using. •...

  • Page 3: Unpack The Box Contents

    Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Body cap Strap USB cable AV cable Camera CB-USB6 (Monaural) CB-AVC3 • Flash case •...

  • Page 4: Basic Guide Preparations For Shooting

    Charging and inserting the battery Charging the battery. Lithium Lithium ion Charging indicator ion battery charger (BLN-1) (BCN-1) Charging in Lights orange progress Charging complete Charging error Blinks orange AC wall outlet (Charging time: Up to Charging approximately 4 hours) Direction indicator AC cable...

  • Page 5: Inserting And Removing Cards

    Inserting and removing cards Loading the card. • Open the card slot cover. Card slot • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Card basics” (P. 103) Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the card.

  • Page 6: Attaching A Lens To The Camera

    Attaching a lens to the camera Attach a lens to the camera. Rear cap • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body. •...

  • Page 7: Attaching The Flash Unit

    Attaching the flash unit Remove the terminal cover from the fl ash unit and attach the fl ash to the camera. • Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and is securely in place.

  • Page 8: Power On

    Power on Rotate the ON/OFF switch to the ON position to turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn the camera off, rotate the ON/OFF switch to OFF. Set the mode dial to A. Viewfinder (P.

  • Page 9: Setting The Date/Time

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

  • Page 10: Names Of Parts And Functions

    Names of parts Camera Remove when using the HLD-6 battery holder. d Connector cover 1 Main dial* (o) ....P. 16, 57 – 59 2 Shutter button ....P. 13, 14, 44, 96 e Speaker 3 R (Movie) button..P. 13, 15, 67, 69, 93 f Lens release button ......P.
  • Page 11 1 Accessory port ........P. 76 9 Fn1 button ........P. 69, 93 0 MENU button .........P. 26 2 Viewfinder ........P. 8, 30 a INFO (Information display) button 3 Eye sensor 4 Eyecup ...........P. 39 – 41, 69 b Q button ......P. 23, 24, 26 5 Monitor (Touch screen) ..P.

  • Page 12: Basic Operations

    Camera controls Mode dial Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. After choosing the shooting mode, use the shutter button to take photographs and the R button to shoot movies. Mode icon ■ Advanced shooting modes Indicator Program shooting (P. 57) Aperture priority shooting (P.

  • Page 13: Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

    The Shutter and R Buttons Use the shutter button to take photographs and the button record movies. R button Shutter button Movies: R button Mode Photos: shutter button Aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results. The camera automatically adjusts You control aperture.

  • Page 14: The Shutter And R Buttons Taking Photographs/Shooting Movies

    Taking photographs/shooting movies Frame a picture in the viewfi nder. • The monitor turns off and the display in the viewfinder lights up. • Be careful that your fingers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens. 01:02:03 ISO-A ISO-A 250 F5.6 1023...
  • Page 15 Release the shutter. Taking photographs Press the shutter button all the way (fully). • The shutter sounds and the picture is taken. Recording movies Release the shutter button and press the R button to begin recording. Press the R button again to end recording. 00:02:18 Framing subjects in the monitor u button...

  • Page 16: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Viewing Images Single-frame playback • Press the q button to display your most recent photograph or movie. • Use the sub dial or arrow pad to view other pictures. Sub dial Arrow pad 100-0020 2012.05.01 12:30 Still image Displays the previous frame Displays the next AUTO...

  • Page 17: Erasing Images

    Volume Volume can be adjusted by pressing F or G during single-frame and movie playback. 00:00:02/00:00:14 Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press D. Select [Yes] and press Q. You can also select multiple images for deletion. Erase D button Back...

  • Page 18: Using Art Filters

    Using art filters Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a filter Pop Art using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art filter menu. Exit Types of art filters s Diorama...

  • Page 19: Shooting In Scene Mode

    Shooting in scene mode Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a SCN 1 Portrait scene using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted option and exit the scene menu. Exit Types of scene modes O Portrait...

  • Page 20: Using Movie Mode (N)

    Using Movie Mode (n) Movie mode (n) can be used to film movies with special effects. Rotate the mode dial to n. Press G or I. Apply an after-image effect. After-images will appear behind Multi Echo moving objects. An after-image will appear for a short time after you press the One Shot Echo button.

  • Page 21: Shooting Options

    Shooting Options Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. Guide item Level bar/selection Clear & Vivid Change Color Saturation Flat &...

  • Page 22: Using The Super Control Panel

    Using the super control panel The super control panel lists shooting options and their status. The LV super control panel is displayed when the monitor is used to frame pictures. Super control panel AUTO AUTO NORM AUTO mall Super Fine AEL / AFL +RAW +RAW...
  • Page 23 Framing pictures in the viewfinder When the viewfinder is used to frame photographs, the super control panel will be displayed in the monitor. The panel can be hidden or displayed by pressing the INFO button. Press Q. Highlight items with FGHI or Cursor AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 24: Using Live Control

    Using live control The live control is used to adjust settings when pictures are framed in the monitor. The effects can be viewed in the monitor. In modes other than P/S/A/M/n, you will need to adjust settings in the custom menu (P. 86) before using the live control. IS OFF IS OFF AUTO...
  • Page 25 Using the Multi-Function Button When framing pictures in the viewfinder, you can adjust settings quickly using the multi-function button. At default settings, the Fn2 button is assigned the role of the multi-function button. Choosing a function Press and hold the Fn2 button and rotate the dial. •...

  • Page 26: Menu Button

    “Customizing camera settings” (P. 86) • Using accessory port devices: Settings for the EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL accessories are accessed from the accessory port menu. This menu is not displayed by default, and you will need to display it before proceeding.

  • Page 27: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the Touch screen Use the touch screen during playback or when framing pictures in the monitor. You can also use the touch screen to adjust settings in the super control and LV super control panels. Live Guides The touch screen can be used with live guides. Touch the tab and swipe your finger to the left to display live guides.

  • Page 28: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode Use the touch screen to page through images or zoom in and out. Full-Frame Playback Viewing Additional Images • Slide your finger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames. • Keep your finger on the edges of the display to scroll continuously backward or forward through pictures.
  • Page 29 Tap the desired item. • The item will be highlighted. AUTO AUTO NORM AUTO Normal AEL / AFL 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 Rotate the dial to choose an option. Cautions • The situations in which touch screen operations are not available include the following. Movie recording/panorama/3D/e-portrait/multiple exposure/during bulb or time photography/one-touch white balance dialog/when buttons or dials are in use •...

  • Page 30: Information Displayed In The Monitor

    Information displayed in the monitor Shooting Framing pictures in the viewfinder 01:02:03 Hi +7 Hi +7 ISO-A ISO-A 250 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 1023 Sh -3 Sh -3 01:02:03 Hi +7 Hi +7 ISO-A ISO-A 250 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 1023 Sh - 3 Sh - 3 1 Battery check 9 Top:...
  • Page 31 Framing pictures in the monitor FP RC BKT S-AF S-AF I S O -3 -3 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 1 Card write indicator ......P. 5 l Number of storable still pictures ...P. 110 2 Super FP flash s ......P. 66 m Highlight and shadow control..P.
  • Page 32 Playback Simplified display Overall display 4 5 6 ×10 ×10 ×10 ×10 F5.6 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 45mm 45mm +1.0 +1.0 AUTO ISO 400 ISO 400 Adobe Adobe Natural Natural 4608×3456 100-0015 100-0015 4 : 3 4 : 3 2012.05.01 12:30 2012.05.01 12:30 1 Battery check ......P.
  • Page 33 Quick task index Shooting Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene (SCN) Pro-level photography made simple Live guide Taking pictures so that whites come out Exposure compensation white and blacks come out black Live guide...

  • Page 34: Camera Settings

    Dealing with red-eye Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) Printing made easy Direct printing Commercial prints Creating a print order Simple photo sharing OLYMPUS PENPAL Camera Settings Restoring default settings Reset Saving the settings Myset Changing the menu display language 34 EN...

  • Page 35: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Information displayed in the Basic guide monitor ........30 Preparations for shooting ...4 Information displayed in the monitor ........30 Charging and inserting the battery ........4 Shooting Playback Inserting and removing cards ..5 Attaching a lens to the camera ...6 Quick task index Attaching the flash unit ....7 Power on ........8...
  • Page 36 Table of Contents Changing the brightness of Recording multiple exposures highlights and shadows ....47 in a single image (multiple exposure) ....62 Choosing how the camera measures brightness Varying settings over a series (metering) ........48 of photographs (bracketing) ..63 Exposure lock (AE lock) ....48 Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) ....64 Reducing camera shake...
  • Page 37 R AF/MF ........86 Editing the address book ..77 S Button/Dial ......86 Creating albums ......77 T Release/j ......87 U Disp/8/PC ......87 Using OLYMPUS Viewer 2 78 V Exp/p/ISO ......88 Windows ........78 W #Custom ......89 Macintosh .........79 X K/Color/WB .......89 Copying pictures to a computer Y Record/Erase .......90...
  • Page 38 Table of Contents Cleaning and checking the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS image pickup device ....102 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..118 Pixel mapping - Checking the image processing functions....102 System chart Card basics .......103 Index Usable cards......103 Formatting the card ....103 Battery and charger ....104 Using an optional AC adapter ........104 Using your charger abroad ..104...

  • Page 39: Basic Photography/ Frequently-Used Options

    Basic photography/frequently-used options Use the INFO button to display photo info or control panels for choosing shooting options. Choosing the Information displayed in the monitor Press the INFO button to choose the information displayed when shooting. Framing pictures in the viewfinder INFO INFO INFO...

  • Page 40: Displaying Information During Playback

    Displaying information during playback The INFO button can be used to choose the information displayed during playback. ×10 ×10 ×10 ×10 INFO INFO INFO INFO F5.6 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 45mm 45mm ±0.0 ±0.0 A±10 A±10 G±10 G±10 AUTO ISO 400 ISO 400 Adobe Adobe...

  • Page 41: Other Uses For The Info Button

    Other uses for the INFO button One-touch white balance Select [ ] or [ ] for one-touch white balance. Color temperature Select [CWB] to choose the color temperature. (P. 50) Playback zoom Press the INFO button to choose the zoom ratio for the zoom frame display.

  • Page 42: Restoring Default Or Custom Settings

    Restoring default or custom settings Camera settings can be easily restored to one of three presets. Reset: Restore default settings. Restore preselected settings for P, A, S, or M mode. The shooting mode Myset: does not change. Up to four sets of preselected settings can be stored. Stored settings take effect while the Fn1 or R button is pressed.

  • Page 43: Choosing A Focus Mode (Af Mode)

    Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). Display the super control panel or live control AF Mode and select the AF mode item. AUTO AUTO NORM Use the sub dial to choose a setting. AUTO •...

  • Page 44: Choosing A Focus Target (Af Target)

    Choosing a focus target (AF target) Use FGHI to select AF targets. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. • You can choose from the following three target types. Press the INFO button and use FG.

  • Page 45: Zoom Frame Af/Zoom Af

    Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can also zoom in on an area of the image in the monitor and adjust focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely.

  • Page 46: Face Priority Af/Pupil Detection Af

    Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. Taking pictures using face priority Display the super control panel or live control I Face Priority and select the face priority item. AUTO AUTO NORM Use the sub dial to choose a setting.

  • Page 47: Controlling Exposure (Exposure Compensation)

    Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Rotate the sub dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±3 EV. Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) Tips To change the exposure adjustment interval.

  • Page 48: Choosing How The Camera Measures Brightness (Metering)

    Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. Display the super control panel or live control Metering and select the metering item. AUTO AUTO NORM Use the sub dial to choose a setting. AUTO Normal AEL / AFL 01:01:07...

  • Page 49: Reducing Camera Shake (The Image Stabilizer)

    Reducing camera shake (the image stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. Display the super control panel or live control Image Stabilizer and select the image stabilizer item. AUTO AUTO NORM...

  • Page 50: Adjusting Color (White Balance)

    Adjusting color (white balance) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.

  • Page 51: One-Touch White Balance

    Auto Adjusting the white balance in the A direction (Amber-Blue) Higher values produce “warmer” (redder) tints, lower values “cooler” (bluer) tints. WB Preview Adjusting the white balance in the G direction Back (Green-Magenta) Higher values produce greener tints, lower values tints that are more purple.

  • Page 52: Processing Options (Picture Mode)

    Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Select [Picture Mode] in shooting menu W Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup (P. 111). Reset/Myset Picture Mode Select an option with FG and press Q.
  • Page 53 Press I to display settings for the selected option. Contrast Distinction between light and dark Sharpness Sharpness of the image Saturation Vividness of the color Gradation Adjust tone (gradation). Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region.

  • Page 54: Image Quality (Record Mode)

    Image quality (record mode) Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example retouching on a computer or display on the web. Choosing a record mode Display the live control and highlight the current IS OFF IS OFF record mode option for photographs or movies.

  • Page 55: Setting The Image Aspect

    Record modes (movies) Record mode Pixel count Frame rate File format Application Full HD Fine 1920×1080 59.94i Full HD Normal 1920×1080 59.94i MPEG-4 AVC/ Display on TVs and other devices H.264 HD Fine 1280×720 59.94p HD Normal 1280×720 59.94p For computer 1280×720 Approx.

  • Page 56: Sequential Shooting/Using The Self Timer

    Tips Choosing the standard and maximum ISO sensitivities. g [ISO-Auto Set] (P. 88) / Choosing the ISO step increment. g [ISO Step] (P. 88) / Using auto ISO sensitivity in mode M. g [ISO-Auto] (P. 89) Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos.

  • Page 57: Other Shooting Options

    Other shooting options “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Framing pictures in the viewfinder Framing pictures in the monitor Shooting mode Shooting mode AF confirmation...

  • Page 58: Choosing Shutter Speed (S Shutter-Priority Mode)

    • Rotate the sub dial to choose exposure compensation. • Larger apertures (lower f-numbers) decrease depth of field (the area in front of or behind the focus point that I S O appears to be in focus), softening background details. Smaller apertures (higher f-numbers) increase depth of field.

  • Page 59: Choosing When The Exposure Ends (Bulb/Time Photography)

    Choosing when the exposure ends (bulb/time photography) Use for night landscapes and fireworks. Shutter speeds of [BULB] and [LIVE TIME] are available in mode M. Bulb photography (BULB): The shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. The exposure ends when the shutter button is released. Time photography (TIME): The exposure begins when the shutter button is pressed all the way down.

  • Page 60: Taking Panoramas

    If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panorama. Images are framed in the monitor. g “Using OLYMPUS Viewer 2” (P. 78) Taking pictures for a panorama Rotate the mode dial to SCN.

  • Page 61: 3D Photography

    3D Photography Take 3D photographs. The results can be viewed on devices that support 3D display. Images are framed in the monitor. The camera monitor can not be used to view images in 3D. Rotate the mode dial to SCN. Select [3D Photo] and press Q.

  • Page 62: Recording Multiple Exposures In A Single Image (Multiple Exposure)

    Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure) Record multiple exposures in a single image, using the option currently selected for image quality. Select [Multiple Exposure] in shooting menu X (P. 111). Adjust settings. Multiple Exposure Frame Auto Gain Frame Select [2f].

  • Page 63: Varying Settings Over A Series Of Photographs (Bracketing)

    Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. Select [Bracketing] in shooting menu X (P. 111). Shooting Menu 2 j /Y Image Stabilizer...

  • Page 64: Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-Converter)

    • The 0 indicator turns green during bracketing. Bracketing AE BKT • The size of the bracketing increment changes with the WB BKT 3f 0.3EV A-- G-- value selected for [EV Step]. (P. 88) FL BKT 3f 0.7EV ISO BKT 3f 1.0EV ART BKT Back...

  • Page 65: Flash Shooting

    Flash shooting The built-in flash can be set manually as required. The built-in flash can be used for flash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. Using a flash (flash photography) Attach the flash unit and raise the flash head. •...

  • Page 66: Adjusting Flash Output (Flash Intensity Control)

    • Using obsolete flash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the camera hot shoe X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting flash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifications may damage the camera.

  • Page 67: Shooting And Viewing Movies

    Shooting and viewing movies Use the R button to record High Definition (HD) movies with sound. In movie mode, you can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in modes A and M. Changing the settings for movie recording Adding effects to a movie After selecting n mode, display the live control IS OFF...

  • Page 68: Movie Sound Options (Recording Sound With Movies)

    Movie sound options (recording sound with movies) Display the live control (P. 24) and select the Movie R item using FG. Switch ON/OFF using HI and press Q. Movie R On Cautions • When recording sound in a movie, the sound made by the lens and camera operating may be recorded.

  • Page 69: Playback Options

    Playback options Single-frame playback Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display 2012.5 2012.05.01 12:30 100-0020 2012.05.01 12:30 2012.05.01 12:30 2012.05.01 12:30 Single-frame 4 frames Calendar display 9–100 frames playback Index display...

  • Page 70: Canceling All Protections

    Using the Zoom Frame The zoom frame can be used to zoom in on images. INFO/ INFO/ INFO 100-0020 2012.05.01 12:30 Single-frame Zoom frame Scroll View other pictures playback (zoom paging) Close-up playback Position the zoom frame. In zoom paging, use HI to view other Arrow pad (FGHI) pictures at the current zoom ratio.

  • Page 71: Slideshow

    Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. Press Q during playback and select the JPEG JPEG Edit slideshow option. Rotate < Back Adjust settings. Start Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture.

  • Page 72: Editing Still Images

    Editing still images Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Display the image to be edited and press Q. • [RAW Data Edit] is displayed if the picture is a RAW image, [JPEG Edit] if it is a JPEG image.

  • Page 73: Image Overlay

    Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) With a RAW image displayed during playback, press Q and select [Image Overlay].

  • Page 74: Viewing Camera Images On Tv

    Viewing camera images on TV Use the AV cable provided with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable (available from third-party suppliers) to view high-quality images on a TV screen. AV cable (included) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).)
  • Page 75 Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. Select [HDMI] in c Custom Menu (P. 87) tab U. Select [HDMI Control] and choose [On]. Operate the camera by using the TV remote control.

  • Page 76: Sending And Receiving Images

    Sending and receiving images The optional OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures from, Bluetooth devices or other cameras connected to an OLYMPUS PENPAL. Visit the OLYMPUS website for more information on Bluetooth devices. Before sending or receiving images, select [On] for [c/# Menu Display] > [# Menu Display] to make the accessory port menu accessible.

  • Page 77: Editing The Address Book

    Viewing album status (amount of memory remaining). [Album Mem. Usage] (P. 95) Cautions • The OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used only in the region in which it was purchased. Depending on the areas, the usage may infringe the wave regulations and may be subject...

  • Page 78: Using Olympus Viewer 2

    • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 78 EN...

  • Page 79: Macintosh

    • Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. OLYMPUS Viewer 2 Operating System Mac OS X v10.4.11–v10.7 Processor Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or better...
  • Page 80 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. • The location of the USB port varies with the computer. For details, refer to your computer’s manual. Turn on the camera. • The selection screen for the USB connection is Storage displayed.

  • Page 81: Printing Pictures

    Printing pictures Print reservation (DPOF*) You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. You can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer.

  • Page 82: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)

    Press HI to select images you wish to remove from the print order. • Use G to set the number of prints to 0. Press Q once you have removed all the desired pictures from the print order. Select the date and time format and press Q. •...

  • Page 83: Easy Printing

    Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable. Use HI to display the pictures you want to print on the camera. Press I. • The picture selection screen appears when printing is Easy Print Start completed.
  • Page 84 Selecting pictures you want to print Select pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away. 123-3456 2012.05.01 12:30 Select Single Print Print More Prints the currently displayed picture.

  • Page 85: Camera Setup

    Camera setup Setup Menu Setup Menu Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. --.--.-- --:-- For details on using the menu lists, see “Using the English menus” (P. 26). j±0 k±0 Rec View 5sec c/# Menu Display Firmware Back Option...

  • Page 86: Customizing Camera Settings

    Customizing camera settings Camera settings can be customized using the custom and accessory menus. The c Custom menu is used to fine-tune camera settings. The # Accessory Port menu is used to adjust settings for accessory port devices. Before Using the Custom/Accessory Port Menus The Custom and Accessory Port menus are only available when the appropriate option is selected for the [c/# Menu Display] item in the setup menu.

  • Page 87: T Release/J

    S Button/Dial MENU Option Description Dial Function Choose the roles played by the main and sub dials. You can also use the MENU button to choose dial rotation and — cursor movement directions. Dial Direction Choose the direction in which the dial is rotated in increase —...
  • Page 88 U Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description Picture Mode Display only the selected picture mode when the live control — Settings or super control panel is used to select a picture mode. Histogram [Highlight]: Choose the lower bound for the highlight display. Settings [Shadow]: Choose the upper bound for the shadow display.

  • Page 89: W #Custom

    V Exp/p/ISO MENU Option Description ISO-Auto Choose the shooting modes in which [Auto] ISO sensitivity is available. [P/A/S]: Auto ISO sensitivity selection is available in all modes — except M. ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 200 in mode M. [All]: Auto ISO sensitivity selection is available in all modes.

  • Page 90: Y Record/Erase

    X K/Color/WB MENU Option Description W Keep Warm Select [Off] to eliminate “warm” colors from pictures taken — under incandescent lighting. Color #+WB Adjust white balance for use with a flash. — Color Space You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor —...
  • Page 91 { } to place the cursor Cancel Delete in the name area 2 , highlight the character, and press • OLYMPUS does not accept liability for damages arising from disputes involving the use of [Copyright Settings]. Use at your own risk.

  • Page 92: Z Movie

    Z Movie MENU Option Description nMode Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control. Movie+Still Choose [On] to record a photograph when movie recording ends. Movie R Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control.

  • Page 93: Ael/Afl

    Option Description Touch Screen Activate the touch screen. Choose [Off] to disable the touch Settings screen. Eye-Fi* Enable or disable upload when using an Eye-Fi card. * Use in accordance with local regulations. Onboard airplanes and in other locations in which the use of wireless devices is prohibited, remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or select [Off] for [Eye-Fi].
  • Page 94 R REC Press the button to record a movie. If movie recording is not currently assigned to a button, movies can be recorded by rotating the mode dial to n and pressing the shutter button. Preview (electronic) Aperture is stopped down to the selected value while the button is pressed (P.

  • Page 95: Accessory Port Menu Options

    Description Copy All All images and sound files are copied between the memory card and OLYMPUS PENPAL. Copied images are resized according to the option selected for picture copy size. Reset Protect Remove protection from all pictures in the OLYMPUS PENPAL album.

  • Page 96: Recording Movies With The Shutter Button

    Recording movies with the shutter button If movie recording is not assigned to any button (including the R button), the shutter button can be used to record movies. Set the mode dial to n . AF confirmation mark Press the shutter button halfway down and focus on what you wish record.

  • Page 97: Wireless Remote Control Flash Photography

    Wireless remote control flash photography External flash units that offer a remote control mode and are designated for use with this camera can be used for wireless flash photography. The camera can independently control a flash mounted on the camera and remote flash units in up to 3 groups.

  • Page 98: Information

    Information Shooting tips and information The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold •...

  • Page 99: Functions That Cannot Be Selected From Menus

    Noise reduction is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds. During which, shooting is not allowed. You can set [Noise Reduct.] (P. 89) to [Off]. The number of AF targets is reduced.

  • Page 100: Error Codes

    Error codes Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication The card is not inserted, or it Insert a card or insert a different cannot be recognized. card. No Card Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. There is a problem with the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it Card Error cannot be used.
  • Page 101 Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. The internal temperature of Wait a moment for the camera the camera has risen due to Internal camera to turn off automatically. Allow sequential shooting.

  • Page 102: Cleaning And Storing The Camera

    Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.

  • Page 103: Card Basics

    SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to LOCK the “LOCK”...

  • Page 104: Battery And Charger

    Battery and charger • Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Use only genuine OLYMPUS rechargeable batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly.

  • Page 105: M.zuiko Digital Lens Specifications

    • Do not point the lens attached to the camera toward the sun. This may cause the camera to malfunction or even ignite due to the magnifying effect of sunlight focusing through the lens. • Be careful not to lose the body cap and rear cap. M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications Names of parts If the hood is attached...

  • Page 106: Main Specifications

    Some features, such as autofocus, may not be available. OM adapter (MF–2) Use with existing OLYMPUS OM System lenses. Focus and aperture must be adjusted manually. Image stabilization can be used. Input the focal length of the lens being used in the camera image stabilization settings.

  • Page 107: Macro Arm Light (Mal-1)

    Macro arm light (MAL–1) Use to illuminate subjects for macro photography, even at ranges at which vignetting would occur with the flash. Microphone set (SEMA–1) The microphone can be placed at a distance from the camera to avoid recording ambient sounds or wind noise. Third-party commercial microphones can also be used depending on your creative intent.

  • Page 108: Flash Modes That Can Be Set By Shooting Mode

    Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Super Shutter Shooting Flash Conditions for control Flash Mode speed Mode timing firing the flash panel limit AUTO Auto flash Fires automatically 1/30 sec. – in dark/backlit * Auto flash 1/250 sec. conditions (red-eye reduction) curtain...

  • Page 109: Flash Synchronization And Shutter Speed

    Flash synchronization and shutter speed Shooting Upper limit of Fixed timing when Flash timing mode synchronization timing flash fires 1/ (lens focal length × 2) or synchronization timing, 1/60 whichever is slower 1/250 ― The set shutter speed *1 Can be changed using menu: 1/60 – 1/250 g [# X-Sync.] (P. 89) *2 Can be changed using menu: 30 –...

  • Page 110: Record Mode And File Size/Number Of Storable Still Pictures

    • The actual file size varies according to the subject. • The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999. • For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus website. 110 EN...

  • Page 111: Menu Directory

    Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset]. K Shooting Menu Function Default ― Card Setup ― Reset/Myset jNatural Picture Mode Still Picture Movie Image Aspect...

  • Page 112: Custom Menu

    d Setup Menu Function Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Natural Rec View 0.5 sec c Menu Display On c/# Menu Display # Menu Display Off Firmware ― * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased. c Custom Menu Function Default...

  • Page 113: V Exp/P/Iso

    Function Default T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C jL fps 3.5 fps jH fps 9 fps j + IS Off Half Way Rls With IS U Disp/8/PC HDMI Out 1080i HDMI HDMI Control ― Video Out * iAUTO Live Guide KControl P/A/S/M...

  • Page 114: X K/Color/Wb

    Function Default Custom X-Sync. 1/250 Slow Limit 1/60 X K/Color/WB Noise Reduct. Auto Noise Filter Standard Auto A : 0, G : 0 All Set — All > All Reset — W Keep Warm Color # +WB Color Space sRGB Shading Comp.

  • Page 115: Specifications

    Function Default 8 Battery Priority PBH Battery Level Adjust — Touch Screen Settings Eye-Fi # Accessory Port Menu Function Default A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait — 76, 95 Address List — Address Search Timer 30 sec Book New Pairing —...
  • Page 116 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (operation)/ – 20 °C - 60 °C (– 4 °F - 140 °F) (storage) Humidity 30% - 90% (operation)/10% - 90% (storage) Splash resistance Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX1 (under OLYMPUS test conditions) 116 EN...
  • Page 117 Flash FL-LM2 Guide number 10 (ISO200) Firing angle Covers the angle of view of a 14 mm lens (28 mm in 35 mm format) Dimensions Approx. 44.3 mm (W) × 33.5 mm (H) × 52.5 mm (D) (1.7" × 1.3" × 2.1") Weight Approx.

  • Page 118: Safety Precautions

    CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.

  • Page 119: Battery Handling Precautions

    To avoid minor burns, do not • The camera uses a lithium ion battery remove it immediately after using the camera. specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any • Always unload the battery from the camera other chargers.

  • Page 120: Caution For Usage Environment

    • This camera uses a lithium ion battery • Do not allow direct sunlight into the specified by Olympus. Do not use any other viewfinder. Failure to observe this precaution type of battery. For safe and proper use, read may result in image burn-in.

  • Page 121: Copyright Notice

    • Do not subject to abrupt temperature Olympus reserves the right to alter the features changes. and contents of this publication or software • The operating temperature range is –10 °C - without obligation or advance notice.
  • Page 122 Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 123 Olympus serial number, warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless they are a model on which Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an does not place and record serial numbers.

  • Page 124: For Customers In Europe

    Olympus the serial number on the Product (unless it distributor within the business area of is a model on which Olympus does not place Olympus Europa Holding GmbH as stipulated and record serial numbers). on the website: http://www.olympus.com this 3 A detailed description of the problem.
  • Page 125 • Micro Four Thirds and the Micro Four Thirds strap, lens cap and batteries. logo are trademarks or registered trademarks 4 Olympus's sole liability under this Guarantee of OLYMPUS IMAGING Corporation in shall be limited to repairing or replacing the Japan, the United States, the countries of the product.
  • Page 126 Digital Photo Managing Software MACRO ARM LIGHT *1 Not all lenses can be used with adapter. For details, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site. Also, please note that manufacture of OM System Lenses has been discontinued. *2 For compatible lens, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site.
  • Page 127 : E-M5 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R FCON-P01 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6...

  • Page 128: Af Illuminator

    0 (Protecting)........17 Z Movie ..........92 b Built-In EVF ........92 k K Utility .........92 Adding sound to still pictures R ...73 A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share .....95 Address Book ........77, 95 B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album .....95 AE BKT ..........63 C Electronic Viewfinder ......95 AEL Metering ........88...
  • Page 129 e-Portrait ..........72 EV Step ..........88 B&W Filter ...........53 EVF Adjust ...........92 Backlit LCD ..........88 Exposure compensation F ....47 Battery ........3, 4, 104 Exposure Shift ........92 BGM ............71 Eye-Fi ..........93 Black & White ........72 Eye-Fi card ........5, 103 Bracketing..........63 Bulb photography ........59 BULB/TIME Timer ........89 File Name ..........91 Button Function ........86...
  • Page 130 MTP .............80 Multiple Exposure a ......62 Information display ......39, 40 o (Image stabilizer) ......49 Muted Z ..........52 ISO ..........55, 89 My OLYMPUS PENPAL .......95 ISO BKT ..........64 Myset ..........42, 94 ISO Step ..........88 ISO-Auto ..........88 Natural j ..........52 ISO-Auto Set ........88 Noise Filter ..........89...
  • Page 131 Slow synchronization (1st curtain)/ Red-eye reduction flash RAW ............54 !SLOW ........65 RAW Data Edit ........72 Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) RAW K ..........94 #SLOW2/2nd Curtain .....65 RAW+JPEG Erase ......90 Spot metering - highlight control Rec View ..........85 IHI ..........48 Record mode K ......54, 110 Spot metering - shadow control ISH..........48 Recording Volume .......92...
  • Page 132 Letters: Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany European Technical Customer Support: Please visit our homepage http://www.olympus-europa.com or call our TOLL FREE NUMBER*: 00800 - 67 10 83 00 for Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
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