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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.
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.
Table of Contents
Quick task index
Preparing the camera and flow of
1.
operations
2.
Shooting
3.
Viewing photographs and movies
4.
Basic operations
5.
Using shooting options
6.
Menu functions
Connecting the camera to a
7.
smartphone
Connecting the camera to a
8.
computer and a printer
9.
Battery, battery charger, and card
10.
Interchangeable lenses
11.
Using separately sold accessories
12.
Information
13.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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  • Page 1 Information SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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: Information For Your Safety

    This notice concerns the supplied fl ash unit and is chiefl y 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: •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Protecting images .....27 Quick task index Erasing images ......28 Unpack the box contents .....9 Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order]) .....28 Preparing the camera and fl ow Selecting images of operations ([Share Order Selected], [0], [Erase Selected]) ...28 Names of parts ......10 Using the touch screen ....29 Charging and inserting the...
  • Page 4 Changing the brightness of Movie sound options highlights and shadows ....46 (recording sound with movies)..70 Choosing a focus target (AF Area) ........47 Menu functions Setting the AF target ....47 Basic menu operations ....71 Face priority AF/ Using Shooting Menu 1/ pupil detection AF .....48 Shooting Menu 2 ......72 Zoom frame AF/zoom AF..49...
  • Page 5 T Release/j ......86 Installing OLYMPUS Viewer 3 ..108 U Disp/8/PC ......87 Copying pictures to a computer V Exp/p/ISO ......88 without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 ..110 W # Custom ......89 Direct printing (PictBridge) ..111 X K/Color/WB .......90 Easy printing ......111 Y Record/Erase .......91...
  • Page 6 Other external fl ash units ..126 Principal Accessories ....127 System chart ......128 Information Shooting tips and information ........130 Error codes .......132 Cleaning and storing the camera ........134 Cleaning the camera ....134 Storage ........134 Cleaning and checking the image pickup device ....134 Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions ..135 Menu directory ......136...

  • Page 7: Quick Task Index

    Quick task index Shooting Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art fi lter (ART) Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation Live Guide...
  • Page 8 Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) Printing made easy Direct printing Commercial prints Creating a print order Sharing images easily OLYMPUS PENPAL Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring images to a (wireless LAN function) smartphone Adding location data to images (wireless Adding location data to images...

  • Page 9: 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. Camera Body cap Strap USB cable CB-USB6 • Flash case • Computer software CD-ROM •...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera And Fl Ow Of Operations

    Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations Names of parts 1 Mode dial ........P. 17 a Lens release button ......P. 14 2 Shutter button .........P. 18 b Lens lock pin 3 ON/OFF button ......P. 15 c Tripod socket d Battery/card compartment lock ..P. 12 4 Control dial* P .......P.
  • Page 11 F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 46) H (Left) / P (AF I (Right) /# (Flash) target) button (P. 47) button (P. 65) Q button (P. 56, 71) G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) button (P. 61) 8 MENU button .........P. 71 1 Speaker 9 INFO (Information display) button 2 Monitor ....P.

  • Page 12: Battery, Battery Charger, And Card

    Charging and inserting the battery Charging the battery. Charging Direction indicating Charging indicator indicator mark ( ) Lithium ion battery Charging in Lights orange progress Charging complete AC wall outlet Blinks orange Charging error (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) Lithium ion charger AC cable...

  • Page 13: Inserting The Card

    Inserting the card Loading the card. • Open the battery/card compartment cover. • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Usable cards” (P. 116) Eye-Fi Cards Read “Usable cards” (P. 116) before use. Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the battery or card.

  • Page 14: Interchangeable Lenses

    Attaching a lens to the camera Attach a lens to the camera. Rear cap • Remove the rear cap of the lens and the body cap of the camera. • 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 15: Power On

    Power on Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF button again. ON/OFF button Monitor Battery level ; (green): Camera ready to shoot. : (green): Low battery ] (blinks red): Charge the battery.

  • Page 16: Setting The Date/Time

    Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The fi le name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. Some functions cannot be used if the date and time have not been set.

  • Page 17: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. Indicator Mode icon 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. Aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results.

  • Page 18: Shooting

    Shooting Shooting still pictures Set up the camera and decide on the composition. • Be careful that your fi ngers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens or AF illuminator. Landscape position Portrait position Adjust the focus. • Display the subject in the center of the monitor, and lightly press the shutter button down to the fi...

  • Page 19: Self-Portraits

    Self-portraits Inverting the monitor allows you to take pictures of yourself while you preview the frame. Lower the monitor slightly and invert it. • If a power zoom lens is attached, the camera automatically switches to wide angle. • The self portrait menu is displayed in the monitor.

  • Page 20: Recording Movies

    Recording movies You can record movies when the mode dial is on any mode except J (PHOTO STORY). Try recording in full auto mode fi rst. Set the mode dial to A. Press the R button to begin recording. R button •...
  • Page 21 Taking photographs during movie recording (Movie+Photo Mode) • Press the shutter button during movie recording to record one of the frames of the movie as a photograph (mode1). To end movie recording, press the R button. The photograph and movie fi les will be recorded separately to the memory card. The record mode of the photographs will be XN (16:9).

  • Page 22: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen during playback or when framing pictures in the monitor. Cautions • The situations in which touch screen operations are not available include the following. Panorama/3D/e-portrait/multiple exposure/during bulb, time or live composite photography/one-touch white balance dialog/when buttons or dials are in use •...

  • Page 23: Using The Wireless Lan Function

    Using the wireless LAN function You can connect the camera to a smartphone and Wi-Fi control the camera over Wi-Fi. You must have the specifi ed app installed on the smartphone in advance. g “Connecting the camera to a smartphone” (P. 104) Wi-Fi ISO-A 01:02:03...

  • Page 24: Setting Shooting Functions

    Setting shooting functions 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. Set the mode dial to A. Touch the tab or press the Fn button to display live guides.
  • Page 25 Cautions • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] cannot be set at the same time. • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. •...

  • Page 26: Viewing Photographs And Movies

    Viewing photographs and movies Viewing photographs and movies Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the control dial (P) or arrow pad. control dial Wi-Fi Displays the Displays the previous...

  • Page 27: Viewing Still Images

    Viewing still images Close-up playback In single-frame playback, press U to zoom in; press G to return to single-frame playback. Wi-Fi 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the Movie playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the Q button to begin playback.

  • Page 28: Erasing Images

    Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press the D button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. You can erase images without the confi rmation step by changing the button settings. g [Quick Erase] (P. 91) Erase D button Back...

  • Page 29: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the touch screen You can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Viewing additional images • Slide your fi nger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames. Playback zoom • Lightly touch the screen to display the slider and P. •...

  • Page 30: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Information displays while shooting Monitor display when shooting Wi-Fi RC BKT S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO UTO UTO B B B S-AF S-AF AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO ISO-A -3 -3 FullHD 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 1 Card write indicator ......P. 13 g White balance .........P.

  • Page 31: Switching The Information Display

    y Flash intensity control .....P. 68 D Battery check ; Lit up (green): Ready for use. z ISO sensitivity .........P. 70 A AF mode .........P. 69 (Displayed for about ten seconds B Metering mode ........P. 68 after the camera is C Flash mode ........P.

  • Page 32: Using The Shooting Modes

    Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) P mode is a shooting mode where the camera automatically sets the optimal aperture and shutter speed according to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO ISO-A Shutter speed FullHD...

  • Page 33: Choosing Aperture (A Aperture-Priority Mode)

    Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) Mode A is a shooting mode where you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate shutter speed. Rotale the mode dial to A. • You can adjust the aperture by rotating the control dial Wi-Fi (P).

  • Page 34: Choosing Shutter Speed (S Shutter-Priority Mode)

    Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) Mode S is a shooting mode where you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate aperture. Rotate the mode dial to S. • Rotate the control dial (P) to set the shutter speed. Wi-Fi •...

  • Page 35: Choosing Aperture And Shutter Speed (M Manual Mode)

    Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) Mode M is a shooting mode where you choose both the aperture and shutter speed. They can be set even in bulb, time, and live composite photography, where the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M, rotate the control dial (P) to adjust the shutter speed, and after presssing the F button (F), rotate the control dial (P) to adjust the aperture.

  • Page 36: Comparative Bright Composites (Live Composite Photography)

    Cautions • There are limits on the available ISO sensitivity settings. • To reduce camera blur, mount the camera on a sturdy tripod and use a remote cable (P. 127). • During shooting, there are limits on the settings for the following functions. Sequential shooting/self-timer shooting/interval shooting/AE bracket shooting/image stabilizer/fl...

  • Page 37: Using Movie Mode (N)

    Using movie mode (n) Movie mode (n) can be used to fi lm movies with special effects. You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Use live control to select the settings. g “Adding effects to a movie” (P. 62) You can also apply an after-image effect or zoom in on an area of the image during movie recording.
  • Page 38 Movie Tele-converter Touch the icon to display the zoom frame. • You can change the position of the zoom frame by touching the screen or using FGHI. • Press and hold Q to return the zoom frame to a central position. Touch M or press the U button to zoom in on the area in the zoom frame.

  • Page 39: Using Photo Story

    Using PHOTO STORY Rotate the mode dial to J. Standard • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. Standard Speed Zoom In/Out Layout Fun Frames Works in progress Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY. • You can display a detailed screen where you choose the variation or number of frames by using I.
  • Page 40 Shoot an image for the next frame. • View and shoot the subject for the next frame. • Press D to cancel the image in the directly preceding ISO-A frame and retake the shot. • Touch any frame to cancel the image in it and retake the shot.
  • Page 41 Resuming shooting of works in progress Set the mode dial to J. Use FG to select Works in progress Q. 2014.07.01 12:30 • Partially saved data is displayed in the index. • Q appears on partially saved data. Select the data with which you want to resume shooting using the arrow pad, and press the Q button.

  • Page 42: Shooting In Scene Mode

    Shooting in scene mode Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene Portrait using FG. • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor. •...
  • Page 43 • In [Panning], camera movement is detected and the optimal shutter speed is controlled when moving the camera to track a moving subject. It is convenient for shooting moving subjects as if the background is fl owing. In [Panning], J is displayed during panning detection, and I is displayed when nothing is detected.

  • Page 44: Using Art Fi Lters

    Using art fi lters Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art fi lters will be displayed. Select a fi lter Pop Art using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art fi lter menu. Types of art fi...
  • Page 45 Shoot. • To choose a different setting, press Q to display the art fi lter menu. ART bracketing When one shot is taken, images are recorded for each selected art fi lter. Press I to choose fi lters. Art effects Art fi...

  • Page 46: Commonly Used Shooting Options

    Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) After pressing the F button (F), use the control dial (P) or HI to adjust the exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±5.0 EV. Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+)

  • Page 47: Choosing A Focus Target (Af Area)

    Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. Press the P button (H) to display the AF target. Use FGHI to change to single target display and select the AF position. •...

  • Page 48: Face Priority Af/Pupil Detection Af

    Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. Press H to display the AF target. Press the INFO button. • You can change the AF target selection method. Use HI to select an option and press Q. Selection method J Face Priority Off Face priority off.

  • Page 49: Zoom Frame Af/Zoom Af

    Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting 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. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO...

  • Page 50: Information Display During Playback

    Information display during playback Playback image information Simplifi ed display 7 89 Wi-Fi ×10 ×10 100-0015 4 : 3 2014.07.01 12:30 Overall display Wi-Fi ×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...

  • Page 51: Switching The Information Display

    1 Battery check ........P. 15 f Date and time .........P. 16 2 Wireless LAN connection..P. 23, 104 g Aspect border .........P. 62 3 Including GPS information ....P. 106 h AF target .........P. 47 4 Eye-Fi upload complete ....P. 92 i Shooting mode....P. 17, 32 – 44 5 Print reservation j Exposure compensation ....P.

  • Page 52: Changing The Playback Information Display Method

    Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display 2014.7 Wi-Fi 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 2014.07.01 12:30 Single-frame 25 frames Calendar display playback Index display Playback zoom (close-up playback)

  • Page 53: Manipulating Playback Images

    Manipulating playback images Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order Rotate Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 82 —...
  • Page 54 Protecting images 0 (protect) icon Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu. Select [0] and press Q, and then press F to protect the Wi-Fi image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon. Press G to remove protection.

  • Page 55: Slideshow

    Notes • You can change [Joy] to different BGM. Record the data downloaded from the Olympus website onto the card, select [Joy] from [BGM] in step 2, and press I. Visit the following website for the download.

  • Page 56: Using Shooting Options

    Using shooting options Adjusting settings while shooting The live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor in P, A, S, M, n, and J modes. When the controls in KControl Settings is set to [Live Control], you can use live control even in ART and SCN.

  • Page 57: Reducing Camera Shake (Image Stabilizer)

    Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnifi cation. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway. Display the live control and select Image S-I S AUTO S-I S AUTO...

  • Page 58: 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 59: One-Touch White Balance

    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 fi nal photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. Select [P], [Q], [W] or [X] (one-touch white balance 1, 2, 3 or 4) and press the INFO button.

  • Page 60: Processing Options (Picture Mode)

    Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 74). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Display the live control and select picture mode. S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO Picture mode AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 61: Sequential Shooting/Using The Self Timer

    Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self timer. Display the live control and select sequential shooting/self timer using FG. S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 62: Setting The Image Aspect

    Setting the image aspect You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [16:9], [3:2], [1:1], or [3:4]. Display the live control and select the aspect ratio item using FG. Use HI to select an aspect ratio and press Q.

  • Page 63: 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. Display the live control and use FG to choose a record mode for photographs or movies.
  • Page 64 Record modes (movies) Record mode Pixel count File format Application Full HD Fine  1920×1080 Full HD Normal 1920×1080 MPEG-4 AVC/ Display on TVs and other H.264* devices HD Fine 1280×720 HD Normal 1280×720 1280×720 For computer playback or Motion JPEG* editing 640×480 •...

  • Page 65: Using A Fl Ash (Fl Ash Photography)

    Using a fl ash (fl ash photography) The fl ash can be set manually as required. The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. Remove the terminal cover from the fl ash unit and attach the fl ash to the camera.
  • Page 66 Use HI to choose a fl ash mode and press Q. • The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P. 67) The fl...
  • Page 67 Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode LV super Shutter Shooting Flash Conditions for control Flash mode speed mode timing fi ring the fl ash panel limit Auto fl ash AUTO Fires automatically 1/30 sec. – in dark/backlit Auto fl...

  • Page 68: Adjusting Fl Ash Output (Fl Ash Intensity Control)

    Adjusting fl ash output (fl ash intensity control) Flash output can be adjusted if you fi nd that your subject to appears overexposed, or is underexposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is just right. Flash compensation Display the live control and select the Flash intensity control item AUTO...

  • Page 69: Choosing A Focus Mode (Af Mode)

    Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). You can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. Display the live control and select the AF mode item using FG. AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO S-AF S-AF...

  • Page 70: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO sensitivity Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO], which starts at ISO 200 — a value that balances noise and dynamic range — and then adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions.

  • Page 71: Menu Functions

    Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 85)* Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 101)* Camera setup (e.g., date and language) * Not displayed at default settings. Press the MENU button to display the menus.

  • Page 72: Using Shooting Menu 1/ Shooting Menu 2

    Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Back Shooting Menu 1 Shooting Menu 2 Card Setup (P. 72) j/Y (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) Reset/Myset (P. 73) (P. 61, 75) Picture Mode (P. 74) Image Stabilizer (P.

  • Page 73: Returning To Default Settings (Reset)

    Returning to default settings (Reset) Camera settings can be easily restored to default settings. Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. Select [Reset] and press Q. Reset/Myset Reset Basic • Highlight [Reset] and press I to choose the reset type. Myset1 No Data Myset2...

  • Page 74: Processing Options (Picture Mode)

    Processing options (Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 60) settings. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode...

  • Page 75: Image Quality (K)

    Pict. Tone Colors the black and white image. (Monotone) Creates a normal black and white N:Neutral image. S:Sepia Sepia B:Blue Bluish P:Purple Purplish G:Green Greenish Cautions • Changes to contrast have no effect at settings other than [Normal]. Image quality (K) Select an image quality.

  • Page 76: 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. You can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off. Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and Shooting Menu 2 press Q.
  • Page 77 WB BKT (WB bracketing) Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specifi ed color directions) are automatically created from one shot, starting with the value currently selected for white balance. WB bracketing is available in P, A, S and M modes. •...

  • Page 78: Taking Hdr (High Dynamic Range) Images

    Taking HDR (High Dynamic Range) images The camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR image. You can also shoot several images and perform HDR imaging on a computer (HDR bracketing photography). Select [HDR] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 Image Stabilizer Bracketing...

  • Page 79: 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 X Shooting Menu 2. Adjust settings. Multiple Exposure Frame Auto Gain Frame Select [2f].

  • Page 80: Shooting Automatically With A Fi Xed Interval (Time Lapse Shooting)

    Shooting automatically with a fi xed interval (time lapse shooting) You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes.

  • Page 81: Wireless Remote Control Fl Ash Photography

    Wireless remote control fl ash photography The supplied fl ash unit and external fl ash units that offer a remote control mode and are designated for use with this camera can be used for wireless fl ash photography. g “Wireless remote control fl ash photography” (P. 124) Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) Digital Tele-converter is used to zoom in beyond the current zoom ratio.

  • Page 82: Editing Still Images

    Editing still images Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. Use FG to select [Sel. Image] and press Q. Use HI to select the image to be edited and press Q. •...

  • Page 83: Canceling All Protections

    Cautions • 3D photos, movies, and temporarily saved fi les for PHOTO STORY cannot be edited. • Red-eye correction may not work depending on the image. • Editing of a JPEG image is not possible in the following cases: When an image is processed on a PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera •...

  • Page 84: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu ’--.--.-- --:-- English Rec View 0.5sec Wi-Fi Settings Menu Display Firmware Back Option Description Set the camera clock. (Date/time setting) You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from English to another language.

  • Page 85: Using The Custom Menus

    Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R AF/MF (P. 85) Custom Menu S Button/Dial (P. 86) AF/MF Button/Dial T Release/j (P. 86) Release/ Disp/ U Disp/8/PC (P. 87) Exp/ /ISO Custom V Exp/p/ISO (P.

  • Page 86: S Button/Dial

    S Button/Dial MENU Option Description Button Function Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [FnFunction], [UFunction], [RFunction], [IFunction], [GFunction], [nFunction], [lFunction] Dial Function You can change the function of the control dial (P). F / % Aperture value / F Shutter speed / F —...

  • Page 87: U Disp/8/Pc

    U Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description HDMI [HDMI Out]: Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable. [HDMI Control]: Select [On] to allow the camera to be operated using remotes for TVs that support HDMI control. Video Out Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region.

  • Page 88: Exp/P/Iso

    U Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description z lock If [On] is selected, the preview switches between lock and release every time the button registered for preview is — pressed. q Close Up Mode [mode1]: Press U to zoom in (to a maximum of 14 ×) and press G to zoom out.

  • 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 fi xed at ISO200 in mode [All]: Auto ISO sensitivity selection is available in all modes. Metering Choose a metering mode according to the scene.

  • Page 90: K/Color/Wb

    X K/Color/WB MENU Option Description K Set You can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image sizes and four compression rates. D Set 1) Use HI to select a combination ([K1] – [K4]) and use FG to change.

  • Page 91: Y Record/Erase

    END o p q r s t u v w x y z { } Cancel Delete * 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 R Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control. Movie Effect Choose [On] to enable movie effects in n mode.

  • Page 93: Ael/Afl

    AEL/AFL MENU [AEL/AFL] S-AF AEL/AFL Autofocus and metering can be performed by pressing the mode1 button to which AEL/AFL has been assigned. Choose a Half Way AEL/S-AF mode for each focus mode. Fully Exposure Back AEL/AFL AEL/AFL Button Shutter button function function Mode When holding down...

  • Page 94: Button Function

    Button Function MENU [Button Function] See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button. Button function items [FnFunction] / [UFunction] / [RFunction]* / [IFunction] / [GFunction] / [nFunction] / ([Direct Function]* / [P]* ) / [lFunction]* *1 Not available in n mode.
  • Page 95 b (Digital Tele- Press the button to turn digital zoom on or off. converter) a (Magnify) Press the button to display the zoom frame. Press again to magnify the image. Press and hold the button to turn off the zoom frame. Peaking Each press of the button switches the monitor between display/non-display.

  • Page 96: Viewing Camera Images On Tv

    Viewing camera images on TV MENU [HDMI], [Video Out] Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. When connecting TVs using an AV cable, fi rst set the camera’s [Video Out] settings (P.

  • Page 97: Choosing The Control Panel Displays

    Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. g [HDMI] (P. 87) Notes • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV. •...

  • Page 98: Info Button

    LV super control panel The LV super control panel displays the current status of the shooting settings. You can use it to set different options. Select options using the arrow pad or touch operations to change the settings. Recommended ISO AUTO AUTO NORM...

  • Page 99: Adding Information Displays

    Adding information displays MENU [G/Info Settings] LV-Info (Shooting information displays) Use [LV-Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting. I S O 01:02:03 01:02:03...

  • Page 100: Shutter Speeds When The Fl Ash Fi Res Automatically

    G Settings (Index/calendar display) You can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar display using [G Settings]. The additional screens are displayed by pressing the G button during playback. 2014.7 Wi-Fi 2014.07.01 12:30 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 2014.07.01 12:30 2014.07.01 12:30 Single-frame...

  • Page 101: Accessory Port Menu

    Accessory Port Menu Using OLYMPUS PENPAL 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.

  • Page 102: A Olympus Penpal Share

    [ Back 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 to its penalty.

  • Page 103: B Olympus Penpal Album

    Description Copy All All images and sound fi les are copied between the SD card and OLYMPUS PENPAL. Copied images are resized according to the option selected for picture copy size. Temporarily saved fi les for PHOTO STORY cannot be copied.

  • Page 104: Connecting The Camera To A Smartphone

    • 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 105: Connecting To A Smartphone

    Connecting to a smartphone Connect to a smartphone. Start the OI.Share App installed on your smartphone. Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu and press • Depending on the [Wi-Fi Connect Settings], the camera will operate as follows. For private connection You can connect to a smartphone using the same SSID and password every time you connect.

  • Page 106: Shooting Remotely With A Smartphone

    Shooting remotely with a smartphone You can shoot remotely by operating the camera with a smartphone. This is available only in [Private]. Start [Connection to Smartphone] on the camera. • You can also connect by touching w in the monitor. Launch OI.Share and tap the Remote button.

  • Page 107: Setting Up Your Camera For Wireless Lan Connection (Wi-Fi Settings)

    Setting up your camera for wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi settings) You can change settings such as the password used when connecting using this camera’s wireless LAN function. Setting the connection method There are two connection methods: [Private], which uses the same settings every time you connect, and [One-Time], which is limited to a one-time connection.

  • Page 108: Connecting The Camera To A Computer And A Printer

    • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. Cautions • If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, open CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) in Windows Explorer and double-click “LAUNCHER.EXE”. • If a “User Account Control” dialog is displayed, click “Yes” or “Continue”.
  • Page 109 Settings Minimum 65,536 colors (16,770,000 colors recommended) • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. • For details on how to use the software, please see the help function in the software.

  • Page 110: Installing Olympus Viewer 3

    Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 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:...

  • Page 111: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)

    Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. Multi-connector Look for this mark.

  • Page 112: Custom Printing

    Custom printing Follow the operation guide to set a print option. Selecting the print mode Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print modes are as shown below. Print Prints selected pictures. Prints all the pictures stored in the card and makes one print for All Print each picture.

  • Page 113: Print Reservation (Dpof)

    Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or fi le name on the picture when printing. When the print mode is set to [All Print] and [Option Set] is selected, the following options appears. <×...

  • Page 114: Removing All Or Selected Pictures From The Print Order

    Select the date and time format and press Q. The pictures are printed without the date and time. Date Time The pictures are printed with the shooting Date date. Back The pictures are printed with the shooting Time time. • When printing images, the setting cannot be changed between the images. Select [Set] and press Q.

  • Page 115: Battery, Battery Charger, And Card

    Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger • The camera uses a single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than genuine OLYMPUS 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 116: Usable Cards

    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 the “LOCK”...

  • Page 117: Record Mode And Fi Le Size/Number Of Storable Still Pictures

    • The actual fi le 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.

  • Page 118: Interchangeable Lenses

    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 at right. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses.
  • Page 119 Using the power zoom lens (ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6EZ) The power zoom lens is automatically extended when you turn on the camera. When the camera is When the camera is turned off turned on Zoom ring Focus ring Focus on nearby Wide side subject Focus on far-away Tele side...
  • Page 120 MF (manual focus) control (17mm f1.8, ED12mm f2.0 (Snapshot focus), ED12-40mm f2.8PRO) Slide the focus ring in the direction of the arrow to change the focus method. AF/MF MF, Snapshot focus Focus ring With snapshot focus, a distance is set using the focus ring based on the shooting distance.
  • Page 121 Main lens specifi cations ED14-42mm 14-42mm ED40-150mm Items f3.5-5.6 EZ f3.5-5.6 II R f4.0-5.6R Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 14 – 42 mm 14 – 42 mm 40 – 150 mm Max. aperture f/3.5 – 5.6 f/3.5 – 5.6 f/4.0 –...

  • Page 122: Using Separately Sold Accessories

    Using separately sold accessories Electronic Viewfi nder (VF-4) The VF-4 electronic viewfi nder switches on automatically when you look through it. While the viewfi nder is on, the camera monitor display is switched off. You can select whether to automatically switch the display between the viewfi nder and monitor using the menu settings.
  • Page 123 Using a diopter adjustment dial Turn on the camera power, and then set the diopter adjustment dial to a position at which an image is visible in the view fi nder. • The angle can be changed up to a maximum 90°. Diopter adjustment dial Eye-sensor u button...

  • Page 124: External Fl Ash Units Designated For Use With This Camera

    External fl ash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external fl ash units to achieve a fl ash suited to your needs. The external fl ashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s fl...
  • Page 125 Adjust the settings for each group in the LV super control panel. Flash intensity value Group Normal fl ash/Super FP fl ash • Select the fl ash control • Switch between normal mode and adjust the fl ash fl ash and Super FP fl ash. A Mode intensity separately for +5.0...

  • Page 126: Other External Fl Ash Units

    • Using obsolete fl ash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting fl ash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifi cations may damage the camera.

  • Page 127: Principal Accessories

    Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fi sh-eye or macro photography. See the OLYMPUS website for information on the lenses that can be used. •   U se the appropriate lens attachment for SCN mode (f, w, or m).

  • Page 128: System Chart

    LIGHT Digital Photo Managing Software *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 129 FC-1 Macro Flash Controller *3 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 to its penalty. *4 Use the SD card with wireless LAN function or Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of...

  • Page 130: 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 131: 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.] to [Off]. g [Noise Reduct.] (P.

  • Page 132: 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 133 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 to the camera has risen due to turn off automatically. Internal camera sequential shooting.

  • Page 134: 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 135: Pixel Mapping - Checking The Image Processing Functions

    Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. After using the monitor or taking continuous shots, wait for at least one minute before using the pixel mapping function to ensure that it operates correctly.

  • Page 136: 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 137: Setup Menu

    d Setup Menu Function Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Vivid Rec View 0.5 sec Wi-Fi Connect Private Settings ― Private Password Wi-Fi Settings Reset share ― Order Reset Wi-Fi ― Settings c Menu Display Off c/# Menu Display # Menu Display Off ―...
  • Page 138 Function Default *1 *2 *3 T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps 3.5 fps j H fps 8 fps j Image Stabilization Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S. Priority Release Lag-Time Normal U Disp/8/PC HDMI Out 1080i HDMI HDMI Control...
  • Page 139 Function Default *1 *2 *3 V Exp/p/ISO EV Step 1/3EV Noise Reduct. Auto Noise Filter Standard Auto ISO Step 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 ISO-Auto Set Default: 200 ISO-Auto P/A/S Metering AEL Metering Auto BULB/TIME Timer 8 min BULB/TIME Monitor Live BULB Live TIME 0.5 sec Anti-Shock z...
  • Page 140 — Touch Screen Settings Eye-Fi Still Picture Normal Electronic Zoom Speed Movie Normal # Accessory Port Menu Function Default A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait — 101, 102 Address List — Address Search Timer 30 sec Book New Pairing —...

  • Page 141: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations Camera Product type Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens system Lens M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on Approx. twice the focal length of the lens a 35 mm fi...
  • Page 142 Drive Drive mode Single-frame shooting/Sequential shooting/Self-timer Sequential shooting Up to 8 fps (T) Self-timer Operation time: 12 sec./2 sec./Customized Energy saving function Switch to sleep mode: 1 minute, Power OFF: 5 minutes (This function can be customized.) Flash Flash control mode TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-fl...
  • Page 143 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. BLS-50 Product type Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity 1210 mAh No. of charge and discharge times Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) Ambient temperature 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Dimensions Approx.

  • Page 144: 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 145: Handling The Camera

    exploding. cards or other small parts. • Do not connect terminals with any metallic • Accidentally fi ring the fl ash into their objects. own eyes or those of another child. • Take precautions when carrying or storing • Accidentally being injured by the batteries to prevent them from coming into moving parts of the camera.
  • Page 146 • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion in use or storage: battery. Use the specifi ed genuine battery.

  • Page 147: Legal And Other Notices

    When using the camera in extremely cold battery level warning. places, it is a good idea to occasionally place • The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed it in a warm place. The monitor exhibiting to be used only for the Olympus digital poor performance due to low temperatures camera.

  • Page 148: Copyright Notice

    FCC radio frequency the use of the information contained therein. (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to Olympus reserves the right to alter the features OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency and contents of this publication or software (RF) Exposure rules.
  • Page 149 (a) such defect developed under normal and repaired, tampered with, altered, changed, proper use and (b) the Product is covered under or modifi ed by persons other than Olympus’s this limited warranty. own authorized service personnel unless Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective repair by others is made with the written Products shall be Olympus’s sole obligation and...
  • Page 150 PRODUCT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE. IN NO placed and recorded Olympus serial number, EVENT SHALL OLYMPUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY unless they are a model on which Olympus INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL does not place and record serial numbers. OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND...
  • Page 151 Product serial number corresponding to Please do not throw the the serial number on the Product (unless it equipment into the domestic is a model on which Olympus does not place refuse. and record serial numbers); Please use the return and 3) A detailed description of the problem;...
  • Page 152 Olympus’s option replaced, repellents such as naphthalene or harmful free of charge. In order to enable Olympus to drugs, etc.), improper maintenance, etc. provide you with the requested warranty services f. Any defect that occurs due to exhausted to your full satisfaction and as fast as possible, batteries, etc.
  • Page 153 Apical Limited. • Micro Four Thirds, Four Thirds, and the Micro Four Thirds and Four Thirds logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of the OLYMPUS IMAGING Corporation in Japan, the United States, the countries of the European Union, and other countries.

  • Page 154: Index

    Index AF Illuminat.(AF illuminator) ....85 Symbols AF Mode ........69, 85 # RC Mode ........124 AF Tracking .........69 W ...........84 Album Mem. Usage ......103 c/# Menu Display ......84 All > ..........90 P Set Home ........85 Anti-Shock ...........89 I (Face Priority AF) ......48, 85 ART (Art fi...

  • Page 155: Iauto (A)

    Connection to Smartphone ....105 Continuous AF ........69 Half Way Rls With IS ......86 Copy All ..........103 HDMI ...........87 Copyright Settings .......91 HDR .............78 Custom Menu (c) .......85 Highlight&Shadow Control....46 Histogram Display .......31 Histogram Settings ......87 Date/time setting X......16 Dial Direction ........86 Dial Function........86 iAUTO (A) ......17, 20, 24 Digital Tele-converter .....81, 95...
  • Page 156 MTP ........... 110 RC Mode (# RC Mode) ....124 Multi Echo ..........37 Recording Volume .......92 Multiple Exposure ........79 Rec View ..........84 My OLYMPUS PENPAL .....103 Registration ........109 Myset ...........73 Release Lag-Time .......86 Reset ...........73 Reset Lens ..........85 Noise Filter ..........88 Reset/Myset.........73...
  • Page 157 Shooting ..........18 Movie Recording .......37 Still Photography .......18 Shooting Menu ........72 single AF ..........69 Sleep ..........15, 88 Slideshow ..........55 Slow Synchronization ......66 Small Target (Small AF target) .....47 sRGB ...........90 Storage ..........110 Super Spot AF (Zoom frame AF) ..49 Test Picture ..........94 Time Lapse Movie .......80 Time Lapse Shooting ......80...
  • Page 158 E-mail: service.oml@olympus-ap.com OLYMPUS (Thailand) CO., LTD. 23/112 Sorachai Building ,27th Floor,Soi Sukhumvit 63 (Ekamai) Sukhumvit road Klongton Nua,Wattana , Bangkok 10110 Thailand Tel: 662 787 8200...
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