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TG-3

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.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    DIGITAL CAMERA TG-3 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.

  • Page 2: 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. Lithium Ion Battery OLYMPUS Setup Digital camera Strap (LI-92B) CD-ROM USB-AC adapter (F-2AC)

  • Page 3: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts 1 Connector cover h Mode dial i q (Playback) button 2 Connector cover lock j A button 3 LOCK knob k /Wi-Fi button 4 Speaker 5 Strap eyelet l Multi-connector 6 Lens m HDMI micro connector 7 Self-timer lamp/LED Illuminator/ n Tripod socket AF illuminator o Battery/card compartment cover...

  • Page 4: Inserting And Removing The Battery And Card

    Preparations for shooting Inserting and removing the battery and card Battery/card compartment cover lock Follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 to open the battery/card compartment cover. • Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. Battery/card compartment LOCK knob cover Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of...
  • Page 5 To remove the card Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card. Follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 to close battery/card compartment cover. • When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/card compartment cover.

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    For charging the battery abroad, see “Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad” (P. 92). Never use any cable other than supplied or Olympus-designated USB cable. This may cause smoking or burning. The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera.
  • Page 7 Error message When to charge the batteries Charge the battery when the error message shown on the right appears. Battery Empty Flashes in red...
  • Page 8 Turning on the camera and making the initial settings When you turn on the camera for the first time, a screen appears enabling to set the language for the menus and messages displayed in the monitor, and the date and time. To change the selected date and time, see “Setting the date and time d [X]”...

  • Page 9: Taking Photographs

    Using basic functions Taking photographs Press the n button to turn on the camera. When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. Set the mode dial to P. In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness.
  • Page 10 Viewing photographs (Playing back images) Turn on the camera. Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph is displayed. • Press HI to select an image. Displays the Displays the previous frame next frame 4/30 4/30 ’14/02/26 12:30 Still image q button Arrow pad Index display...

  • Page 11: Recording Movies

    Recording movies Press the R (movie) button to start recording. • The movie is shot in the set shooting mode. Note that the shooting mode effects may not 0:00 0:00 0:34 0:34 be obtained for some shooting modes. 0:34 0:34 0:00 0:00 Lights up...

  • Page 12: Movie Playback

    Movie playback Select a movie in the Playback 4/30 4/30 mode, and press the A button. 00:12/00:34 00:12/00:34 Movie Play Movie Play ’14/02/26 12:30 ’14/02/26 12:30 Movie During playback Press the A button to pause playback. During Pausing and restarting pause, fast forward or reverse, press the A button playback to restart playback.

  • Page 13: Erasing Images During Playback

    Erasing images during playback Display the image you want to erase and press G (  ). • To erase a movie, select Erase Back MENU the movie to erase and 4/30 4/30 press G (  ). Erase Cancel 100-0004 100-0004 Press FG to select [Erase], and press the A button.
  • Page 14 Playing back panorama and grouped images Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. Select a panorama image during 4/30 4/30 playback. Press the A button. Replay ’14/02/26 12:30 To control panorama image playback Stop playback: Press the ...
  • Page 16 Monitor display Shooting screen displays AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 880hPa 1200m 880hPa 1200m 0:00:34 0:00:34 Date 1/100 1/100 F6.9 F6.9 When the shutter button is pressed halfway down Reading a histogram If the peak fills too much If the peak fills too much of of the frame, the image the frame, the image will will appear mostly black.
  • Page 17 Name Normal Detailed No info. Shooting mode – Connection to Smartphone Latitude – Longitude – Sub mode – Picture Mode – Flash – Exposure compensation – White balance – 10 ISO sensitivity – 11 o / Y 12 Image size (still images) –...
  • Page 18 Playback mode display • Normal • Detailed 1 2 3 5 4/30 4/30 10 10 4/30 4/30 880hpa 1200m 1/1000 F3.9 AUTO 4608 3456 100-0004 ’14/02/26 ’14/02/26 12:30 12:30 ’14/02/26 12:30 Still image 17 18 • No information 880hpa 1200m 1/1000 F3.9 AUTO...
  • Page 19 Name Normal Detailed No info. Battery check – – Eye-Fi transfer data/Wi-Fi – Protect – Adding sound – Share order – Print reservation/number of prints – Current memory – Frame number/ – total number of images Direction information – – 10 Longitude –...

  • Page 20: Using The Shooting Modes

    Shooting using basic functions Using the shooting modes Selecting shooting mode Turn the mode dial to set the shooting mode to the indicator. • After selecting O , ART, P, or k, select the sub mode. List of shooting mode •...
  • Page 21 A (iAUTO mode) A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners. Rotate the mode dial to A. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. The camera was unable to focus if the AF target mark flashes red.

  • Page 22: Scene Mode

    O (scene mode) Only by selecting a sub mode according to the subject or the scene, you can shoot with an proper setting. Sub mode Application B Portrait Suitable for portrait shooting. Smoothes out skin tones and texture. This mode is e e-Portrait suitable when viewing images on a high-definition TV.

  • Page 23: Interval Shooting

    Sub mode Application You can shoot and combine multiple images to create s Panorama an image with a wide angle of view (panoramic image). Suitable for contrasting scenes. This mode captures E Backlight HDR multiple images and merges them into one, properly exposed image.
  • Page 24 Use FG to highlight an option and press A to select. Sets the number of frames to be shot between 1 and Frame 99 frames. Sets the time from pressing the shutter button until Start Waiting Time the picture is taken between 00:00:00 and 24:00:00. Sets the shooting interval for the second and Interval Time subsequent frames between 00:00:01 and 24:00:00.
  • Page 25 s Panorama When shooting a panorama, you can select the method of combining images using the submenu. 1 Select [s Panorama]. 2 Press G to go to the submenu. 3 Use HI to select a submenu, and press the A button to set. Submenu Application Panorama images are automatically combined just by...
  • Page 26 Taking pictures with [Manual] 1 Use FGHI to specify at which Direction for combining frames edge the next picture is to be connected, and then press the A MANUAL MANUAL button. 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame.The edge of the first frame is displayed faintly on the screen.
  • Page 27 ART (art filters) You can shoot with color and effect like posters and paintings. Sub mode Application Enhances the color and atmosphere of an image more Pop Art brightly and vividly. Expresses an ethereal atmosphere with a soft tone and Soft Focus makes an image dreamy.
  • Page 28 P (PHOTO STORY) When shooting, an image is incorporated into a layout frame set to create a desired collage. This enables wide range of photo expression with themes or stories. Rotate the mode dial to P. Select a theme using FG and press Theme Standard SETUP...
  • Page 29 Shoot each frame in the same way. Next frame • Shot images are displayed in the frames. • Press  (G) to cancel the image in the directly preceding frame and retake the shot. AUTO AUTO If there are multiple images, use HI to change the image to retake.

  • Page 30: Using The Zoom

    Using the zoom Pressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. Zoom bar AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO W side T side 00:34 00:34 Image size Zoom bar Optical zoom Super-resolution zoom*1 Other *1 For the super resolution zoom and the details, refer to P. 48. *2 Due to increased processing of the pixel counts, the image quality will not degrade.
  • Page 31 Flash off The flash does not fire. For details, see “Taking pictures # RC Remote Control with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System” (P. 95). The commercially-available slave flash that is synchronized with the # SLV Slave camera flash is used for taking pictures.
  • Page 32 Exposure compensation Compensates the brightness (appropriate exposure) adjusted by the camera. Press the +/- button (F), and then press HI for the exposure compensation. • Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+)
  • Page 33 Single/Sequential Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu. Select an option using HI and press A. Shoots 1 frame at a time when the Single-frame shooting shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). The images are taken sequentially for 100 frames at up to about 5 frames per Sequential * second (fps) while pressing down the...

  • Page 34: Self Timer

    Self timer Sets the time after the shutter button is pressed until the picture is taken. Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu. Select [Y12], [Y2] or [YC] using HI and press the A button. Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the way down to start the timer.

  • Page 35: Table Of Contents

    Using shooting options (Set by function menu) Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting mode” (P. 100) Function menu AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO Setup menu (P. 41) MENU MENU Function menu 1 Picture Mode......P.

  • Page 36: Picture Mode

    • The default settings of the function are highlighted in Picture Mode Sets the processing options. Vivid Produces vivid colors. Natural Produces natural colors. Muted Produces flat tones. Produces distortion with the effect of shooting with a Fish Eye fisheye lens. Produces twinkling lights with the effect of shooting with Sparkle a cross filter.

  • Page 37: Flash

    The flash fires regardless of the available light. Flash Off The flash does not fire. Remote For details, see “Taking pictures with the Olympus Control Wireless RC Flash System” (P. 95). The commercially-available slave flash that is #SLV SLV Slave synchronized with the camera flash is used for taking pictures.

  • Page 38: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity. The camera automatically sets the sensitivity with ISO Auto priority on image quality. The camera automatically sets the sensitivity with High ISO priority on minimizing blur caused by a moving subject Auto or by camera shake. Set a smaller value to reduce noise in the picture, or a Q to # Value larger value to reduce blur.

  • Page 39: Image Size (Still Images)

    Image size Sets the number of recording pixels. (still images) 4608×3456 Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.).  3200×2400 Suitable for printing pictures up to A3 (11×17 in.). 1920×1440 Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 size (8.5×11 in.). 640×480 Suitable for using pictures on emails.
  • Page 40 Using the setup menu functions Setup menu P. 50 4 Playback Menu MENU Camera Menu 1 Back Slideshow Wi-Fi Start Wi-Fi Start Edit Reset Reset Erase Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto Print Order (P. 78) AF Mode Face/iESP R (Protect) ESP/ Share Order (P.

  • Page 41: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the setup menu Press the  button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, such as shooting and playback functions, time and date settings, and display options.

  • Page 42: Camera Menu

    For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). • The default settings of the function are highlighted in z Camera Menu 1 Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings z [Reset] Submenu 2 Application Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. •...
  • Page 43 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Brightening the subject against backlight z [Shadow Adjust] Submenu 2 Application Auto Automatically On when a compatible shooting mode is selected. The effect is not applied. Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker.
  • Page 44 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Selecting the method for measuring the brightness z [ESP/n] Submenu 2 Application Shoots to obtain a balanced brightness over the entire screen (Meters the brightness at the center and surrounding areas of the screen separately).

  • Page 45: Using Separately Sold Accessories

    Select when taking pictures without a conversion lens. Conversion Select depending on designated optional PTWC-01 Lens conversion lenses. FCON-T01 TCON-T01 • “Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System” (P. 95) • “Use the conversion lens/LED light guide” (P. 96) EN 45...
  • Page 46 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Using the assist lamp for shooting a dark subject z [AF Illuminat.] Submenu 2 Application The AF illuminator is not used. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the AF illuminator turns on to aid focusing. AF illuminator Viewing the image immediately after shooting z [Rec View] Submenu 2...
  • Page 47 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during playback z [Pic Orientation] • During shooting, the [y] (P. 53) setting on the q Playback Menu is set automatically. •...
  • Page 48 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Shooting larger pictures than when using optical zoom with low degrading of image quality z [Super-Res Zoom] Submenu 2 Application Disable super-resolution zoom. Enable super-resolution zoom. • [Super-Res Zoom] is available only when [Image Size] is set to []. •...

  • Page 49: Movie Menu

    For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). A Movie Menu Selecting the image size for movies A [Image Size] Submenu 2 Application 1080p 720p Select the image quality based on the image size VGA (640×480) and frame rate. HS 120fps* (640×480) HS 240fps* (320×240)

  • Page 50: Q Playback Menu

    For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Reduce wind noise in the recorded sound when recording movie A [Wind Noise Setting] Submenu 2 Application Disable Wind Noise Reduction. Uses Wind Noise Reduction. Adjusting the microphone volume A [Recording Volume] Submenu 2 Application Normal...
  • Page 51 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Editing still images q [Edit] Submenu 1 Submenu 2 P. 51 P. 51 P. 52 P. 52 Edit (still images) Shadow Adj P. 52 Redeye Fix P. 53 P. 53 e-Portrait Changing the image size q [Q] This saves a high-resolution image as a separate image with a smaller size for use in email attachments and other applications.
  • Page 52 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Adding sound to still images q [R] Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Edit Microphone 1 Use HI to select an image. 2 Aim the microphone toward the sound source. 3 Press the A button. •...
  • Page 53 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Rotating images q [y] Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Edit 1 Use HI to select an image. 2 Press the A button to rotate the image. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to make settings for other images, and press the ...
  • Page 54 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). To individually select and erase images [Sel. Image] 1 Use FG to select [Sel. Image], and press the A button. Sel. Image (1) 4/30 4/30 2 Use FGHI to select the image to R mark be erased, and press the A button to add a R mark to the image.

  • Page 55: Settings Menu

    For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). d Settings Menu 1 Erasing data completely d [Memory Format]/ d [Format] • Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. • Cards must be formatted with this camera before first use or after being used with other cameras or computers.
  • Page 56 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Saving custom settings d [Custom Mode Setup] Submenu 2 Application Save current settings. Reset Return to the default setting. Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices d [USB Connection] Submenu 2 Application Set to select the connection method each time the camera is...
  • Page 57 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Selecting the camera sound and its volume d [Sound Settings] Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Selects the camera sounds (operation sounds, Sound Type 1/2/3 shutter sound, and warning sound). Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Selects the operation volume of camera buttons. q Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Selects the image playback volume.
  • Page 58 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Playing back images on a TV d [TV Out] The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on your TV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type.
  • Page 59 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Setting the date and time d [X] 1 Press FG of the arrow pad to select the year for [Y]. 2 Press I of the arrow pad to save the setting for [Y]. 3 As in Steps 1 and 2, press FGHI of the arrow pad to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order), and then press the A button.
  • Page 60 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Setting functions specifically for tough conditions d [Tough Settings] Displaying the current altitude/water depth (atmospheric/hydraulic pressure) (Manometer) • The readings may have a margin of error depending on meteorological conditions. Use the readings only for your reference. Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Cancels the manometer display.
  • Page 61 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Operating the camera by tapping the body (Tap Control) Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Cancels [Tap Control]. [Tap Control] is activated. Tough Adjusts the tap strength and intervals Tap Control Settings between multiple taps on each side Calibrate...
  • Page 62 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). To adjust the tap control 1 Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 3 and press the Back MENU A button. Intvl 2 Select the part to adjust with FG and press the A button. Norm 3 Select the [Str] setting with FG and press I.
  • Page 63 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). d Settings Menu 3 Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot d [GPS Settings] Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application When the GPS function is not going to be used. When the GPS function is going to be used.
  • Page 64 For the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Adjusting interval settings d [Interval Settings] Submenu 2 Application Submenu 3 Frame 1 to 99 (frames) Sets the number of frames to shoot. Start Waiting 00:00:00 to 24:00:00 Sets the waiting time before shooting Time (minutes) starts.
  • Page 65 If using the wireless LAN function in a country outside the region where the camera was purchased, there is a risk that the camera will not conform to the wireless communication regulations of that country. Olympus will not be held responsible for any failure to meet such regulations.
  • Page 66 Capabilities of OI.Share • Transfer images to a smartphone from the camera Images on the camera can be imported to a smartphone. You can easily post the imported images on social networking services. • Edit the images You can also apply filter or use the stamp function on the images. •...
  • Page 67 Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings) The following describes how to set up the connection settings and change the password when using the camera’s wireless LAN function. Setting connection method 1 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 41) and press A. 2 Select [Connection Settings] and press I.
  • Page 68 Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order) With [One-Time], you can select the images to share in advance. Select [Share Order] in the q Playback Menu (P. 41) and press A. Use HI to select an image for sharing and press A to display h.

  • Page 69: Using Gps Function

    Connect the camera and the smartphone, following the procedure described in “Connecting to a smartphone (Wi-Fi Start)” (P. 68). Updating the A-GPS data using a PC Download the OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility software from the URL below, and install it on your PC. http://sdl.olympus-imaging.com/agps/ Refer to “OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility Instruction Manual”...
  • Page 70 Using GPS function (GPS Settings) Select [GPS Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 41) and press Select [GPS] and press A. Select [On] and press A. • G flashes during measurement. When the position measurement ends, G will AUTO AUTO AUTO...
  • Page 71 Using the electronic compass (Measurement position information screen) 1 Press and hold the INFO button while Back MENU the shooting screen is displayed. Latitude/Longitude N123°56' 78'' • A measurement position information E123°56' 78'' Barometer 880hpa screen appears. Altitude/Water Depth 1200m 2014/02/26 12:30 Updated 1 min ago...
  • Page 72 Displaying tracked movement of GPS logs After the GPS track logs are recorded, the tracked movement of the logs can be displayed using the OLYMPUS Viewer 3 or OI.Track. • The tracked movement cannot be displayed on the camera. 72 EN...

  • Page 73: Viewing Camera Images On Tv

    Connecting the camera to another device Viewing camera images on TV Use the AV cable (sold separately) to playback recorded images on your TV. You can play back high-definition images on a high-definition TV by connecting it to the camera using the HDMI cable. AV cable (sold separately: CB-AVC3) Multi-connector (Connect to the TV video input jack...

  • Page 74: Using The Tv Remote Control

    • If the camera is connected using both an A/V and HDMI cable, it will assign priority to HDMI. • Do not connect the USB cable and HDMI cable at the same time. • If the camera is connected via an HDMI cable, you will be able to choose the digital video signal type.

  • Page 75: Printing Pictures

    Printing Pictures Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Before connecting, select [Print] for [USB Connection] (P. 56) in the setting menu. Connecting the camera Multi-connector Smaller terminal USB port...

  • Page 76: Custom Printing

    Press I. • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use HI to select the image and press A. • To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while the picture selection screen is displayed. ...
  • Page 77 Selecting pictures you want to print Print Single Print 4/30 4/30 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. 4608 3456 4608 3456 100-0004 100-0004...
  • Page 78 Print reservation (DPOF) In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera.
  • Page 79  Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P. 78). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<].  Resetting all print reservation data Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P.

  • Page 80: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera Multi-connector Smaller terminal USB port USB cable If nothing is displayed on the camera screen even after connecting the camera to the computer, the battery may be exhausted. Use a full-charged battery.

  • Page 81: Copying Pictures To A Computer

    Copying pictures to a computer Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows Windows 8 / Windows 8.1...

  • Page 82: Installing Software

    If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu. Double-click the CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) icon to open the “OLYMPUS Setup” window and then double-click “LAUNCHER.EXE”. If a “User Account Control” dialog is displayed, click “Yes” or “Continue”.
  • Page 83 • Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Operating System Mac OS X v10.5–v10.9 Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or better...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fix the problem(s). Troubleshooting   B attery The camera does not work even when batteries are installed.
  • Page 85  Monitor Difficult to see. • Condensation may have occurred. Turn off the power, and wait for the camera body to become acclimated to the surrounding temperature and dry out before taking pictures. The light is caught in the picture. •...

  • Page 86: Error Message

    Error message • When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. Card Error Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Write Protect Release the switch.
  • Page 87 Error message Corrective action Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software, etc. to edit the image on a The Image computer. Cannot Be Edited Battery problem Charge the battery. Battery Empty Connection problem Connect the camera and computer or printer correctly. No Connection Printer problem Load paper into the printer.

  • Page 88: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below.  Focusing Focusing on the subject. • Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the monitor. After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.

  • Page 89: Camera Shake

     Camera shake Taking pictures without camera shake. • Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer]. g P. 45 The camera detects camera movement to reduce the blur even if the ISO sensitivity is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnification.

  • Page 90: Color Hue

     Color hue Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear. • Taking pictures by selecting white balance. g P. 37 Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the [WB Auto] setting, but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings.

  • Page 91: Cleaning And Storing The Camera

    Information Cleaning and storing the camera Camera care Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth.

  • Page 92: Using The Card

    Using the card Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi (with Wireless LAN function) card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) • This camera can be used without a card by storing images in its internal memory. 92 EN...
  • Page 93 Eye-Fi card • Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where the camera is used. Remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or disable the card functions in airplanes and other locations where use is prohibited.
  • Page 94 Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards The fi gures for the number of storable still pictures and recording length are approximate. The actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the card used. Still pictures Number of storable pictures Image Size...
  • Page 95 System You can take pictures with a wireless flash when using a flash compatible with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System. The camera’s built-in flash is used for communication between the camera and flash. • For details about operation of a wireless flash, refer to the instruction manual for the special external flash.
  • Page 96 Take a test shot to check the operation of the flash and the resulting image. • Be sure to check the charge level of the camera and wireless flash before taking pictures. • Although there is no limit on the number of wireless flash units that are set up, usage of a maximum of three units is recommended to prevent malfunction due to interference with each other.
  • Page 97 • The LED light guide cannot be used underwater. • When the LED light guide is installed, do not fire the flash. • For details, please visit the Olympus website for your local area.
  • Page 98 For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area.
  • Page 99 (and seals) are replaced annually. For the Olympus distributors or service stations where the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit Olympus website for your local area. The included accessories (e.g. USB-AC adapter) do not offer shock or water resistance.
  • Page 100 List of settings available in each shooting mode For the available settings of O and ART, refer to “List of O settings” (P. 102) and “List of ART settings” (P. 101). ― ― ― ― Picture Mode Flash ― Exposure Comp. ―...
  • Page 101 List of ART settings Soft Pale&Light Grainy Dramatic Diorama Focus Color Film Hole Tone ― ― ― ― ― ― ― Picture Mode Flash Exposure Comp. White balance R ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― o / Y Image size (still images) Aspect...
  • Page 102 List of O settings B e F 1 H G U C 2 3 ` ― ― ― R ― ― ― ― ― ― ― Picture Mode *1 *1 ― R ― ― *1 *1 *1 *1 ― Flash ―...
  • Page 103 X _ ^ g ] \ [ w s s E ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ― Picture Mode ― *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 ― ― Flash ― ― ― ― R R R R ― R ― Exposure Comp.
  • Page 104 • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or charger. Do not use any other USB-AC adapters or chargers.

  • Page 105: Handling The Camera

    • Never leave the camera on or near electromagnetic devices. This may cause overheating, burning, or exploding. • Do not connect terminals with any metallic objects. • Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, keys, etc.
  • Page 106 • When storing the battery for a long period, select a cool location for storage. • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery. Use the specifi ed genuine battery. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.
  • Page 107 • Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning. • The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only for the Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to other devices.
  • Page 108 Legal and Other Notices • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefi t expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product.
  • Page 109 (1) year from the date of purchase. If any Product proves to be defective within the one-year warranty period, the customer must return the defective Product to any of Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure set forth below (See “WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED”).
  • Page 110 Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized offi...
  • Page 111 Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.
  • Page 112 Guarantee. This Guarantee is valid only if the Guarantee Certifi cate and proof of purchase are presented at the Olympus repair service station. Please note that this Guarantee is in addition to and does not affect the customer’s legal warranty rights under the applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods mentioned above.
  • Page 113 Notes regarding warranty maintenance This Warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or the dealer. Make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed.
  • Page 114 Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content if these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profi...

  • Page 115: Specifications

    Image pickup : 1/2.3” CMOS (primary color filter) device Lens : Olympus lens 4.5 mm to 18.0 mm, f2.0 to f4.9 (Equivalent to 25 mm to 100 mm on a 35 mm film) Photometric : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system...
  • Page 116 – 20 °C to 60 °C (– 4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity : 30% - 90% (operation)/10% - 90% (storage) Power supply : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-92B) or separately sold USB-AC adapter Dimensions : 111.5 mm (W) × 65.9 mm (H) × 31.2 mm (D) (4.4 ×...
  • Page 118 WC460501...

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