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... illustrations shown in this manual. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. DIGITAL CAMERA INSTRUCTION MANUAL Basic guide P. 2 Review the camera part names and the basic steps for this camera. z We recommend that you start to use your camera before taking important photographs. Table of functions due to your new...
... illustrations shown in this manual. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. DIGITAL CAMERA INSTRUCTION MANUAL Basic guide P. 2 Review the camera part names and the basic steps for this camera. z We recommend that you start to use your camera before taking important photographs. Table of functions due to your new...
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Turn the dials while pressing the direct buttons. Direct buttons You can set the following functions. g"Using the direct buttons" (P. 27) Shooting mode MODE gP. 40-44 j Remote control/Self-timer/ Sequential shooting
Turn the dials while pressing the direct buttons. Direct buttons You can set the following functions. g"Using the direct buttons" (P. 27) Shooting mode MODE gP. 40-44 j Remote control/Self-timer/ Sequential shooting
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g"Using the super control panel" (P. 28) My Mode gP. 44 Flash charging gP. 73 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Exposure compensation indicator gP. 46 Exposure level ...
g"Using the super control panel" (P. 28) My Mode gP. 44 Flash charging gP. 73 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Exposure compensation indicator gP. 46 Exposure level ...
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... LCD monitor to view the subject while shooting. LCD monitor (Live view) You can use live view" (P. 31) Aperture value gP. 40-43 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Home position p gP. 55 RC mode q gP. 76 Flash intensity control r gP. ... Record mode gP. 61 ISO sensitivity gP. 49 Sequential shooting gP. 56 Self-timer gP. 57 Remote control gP. 58 White balance gP. 62 8 EN g"Using live view.
... LCD monitor to view the subject while shooting. LCD monitor (Live view) You can use live view" (P. 31) Aperture value gP. 40-43 Shutter speed gP. 40-43 Home position p gP. 55 RC mode q gP. 76 Flash intensity control r gP. ... Record mode gP. 61 ISO sensitivity gP. 49 Sequential shooting gP. 56 Self-timer gP. 57 Remote control gP. 58 White balance gP. 62 8 EN g"Using live view.
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Basic guide LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g"Information display" (P. 82) Record mode gP. 61 Battery check gP. 14 Focal distance gP. 126 (The focal distance is displayed in 1 mm ...
Basic guide LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g"Information display" (P. 82) Record mode gP. 61 Battery check gP. 14 Focal distance gP. 126 (The focal distance is displayed in 1 mm ...
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Basic guide Preparing the battery 1 Charging the battery W Charging indicator Red light: Charging in use drains. 11 EN Turn the camera upside-down to unlock the battery. It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for shooting 2 Battery compartment cover 3 ...
Basic guide Preparing the battery 1 Charging the battery W Charging indicator Red light: Charging in use drains. 11 EN Turn the camera upside-down to unlock the battery. It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for shooting 2 Battery compartment cover 3 ...
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Lit up (ready for use) Blinks (charging required) SSWF indicator Power switch Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is displayed on . LIGHT ... OFF. The SSWF (Super Sonic Wave Filter) indicator blinks while dust reduction is complete. Viewfinder Diopter adjustment dial AF target 14 EN Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust and dirt from the image pickup device's filter surface. While looking through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial little by little...
Lit up (ready for use) Blinks (charging required) SSWF indicator Power switch Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is displayed on . LIGHT ... OFF. The SSWF (Super Sonic Wave Filter) indicator blinks while dust reduction is complete. Viewfinder Diopter adjustment dial AF target 14 EN Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust and dirt from the image pickup device's filter surface. While looking through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial little by little...
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... EDIT FILENAME VIDEO OUT CANCEL SELECT CF AUTO ENG. Arrow pad acbd CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION WB CANCEL SELECT NORM N AUTO GO 2 Use ac to exit 15 EN Be sure to set Y M D TIME 2007 12 01 14 00 Y/M/D CANCEL GO • The time is recorded on the LCD... 2007 Y/M/D CANCEL CANCEL GO 7 Press the i button CF/xD EDIT FILENAME VIDEO OUT CANCEL SELECT '07.12.01 14:01 CF AUTO ENG. NTSC GO 3 Use ac to select [X], then press d MENU button 5 Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set the correct date and time before...
... EDIT FILENAME VIDEO OUT CANCEL SELECT CF AUTO ENG. Arrow pad acbd CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION WB CANCEL SELECT NORM N AUTO GO 2 Use ac to exit 15 EN Be sure to set Y M D TIME 2007 12 01 14 00 Y/M/D CANCEL GO • The time is recorded on the LCD... 2007 Y/M/D CANCEL CANCEL GO 7 Press the i button CF/xD EDIT FILENAME VIDEO OUT CANCEL SELECT '07.12.01 14:01 CF AUTO ENG. NTSC GO 3 Use ac to select [X], then press d MENU button 5 Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set the correct date and time before...
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..., arrow pad, etc.). If no operations are performed for approximately one minute thereafter, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) and stops operating. g"Using live view" (P. 31) 1 Press the u (live view) button • The subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. 250 F5.6 Shutter button ...u button Preparations for approximately 8 seconds while the camera is on, the monitor backlight turns off to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject's composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor. Basic ...
..., arrow pad, etc.). If no operations are performed for approximately one minute thereafter, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) and stops operating. g"Using live view" (P. 31) 1 Press the u (live view) button • The subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. 250 F5.6 Shutter button ...u button Preparations for approximately 8 seconds while the camera is on, the monitor backlight turns off to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject's composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor. Basic ...
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... stored 10 frames back Displays the previous frame Arrow pad Displays the next frame Displays the frame that is incrementally enlarged from 2× to erase. Use ac to select [YES] and press the i button to 14×.
... stored 10 frames back Displays the previous frame Arrow pad Displays the next frame Displays the frame that is incrementally enlarged from 2× to erase. Use ac to select [YES] and press the i button to 14×.
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...which may lead to search for shooting 19 EN Basic guide Indications used in this manual. The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to operate the camera: g"Using the direct buttons" (P. 27) "Using the super control panel" (P. 28) "Using the menu" (P. 29) To search for a function from ... sub dial on the back of the camera. See "Names of operations that will help you get the most of this manual You can use the "Table of your camera. Reference pages describing details or related information. x Notes TIPS g Important information on how to indicate the...
...which may lead to search for shooting 19 EN Basic guide Indications used in this manual. The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to operate the camera: g"Using the direct buttons" (P. 27) "Using the super control panel" (P. 28) "Using the menu" (P. 29) To search for a function from ... sub dial on the back of the camera. See "Names of operations that will help you get the most of this manual You can use the "Table of your camera. Reference pages describing details or related information. x Notes TIPS g Important information on how to indicate the...
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...33 2 Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills 34 Describes shooting methods for shooting and playback. Using the direct buttons 27 Using the super control panel 28 Using the menu ...29 Using live view...31 Switching the information display 32 Enlarged display operation 32 Resetting to the camera 12... Loading the card 13 Power on ...14 Setting the date/time 15 Shooting ...16 Playback/Erasing 18 Indications used in this manual 19 1 Basic camera operations 26 Describes the basic operations of the camera. Table of Contents Basic guide 2 Identifies...
...33 2 Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills 34 Describes shooting methods for shooting and playback. Using the direct buttons 27 Using the super control panel 28 Using the menu ...29 Using live view...31 Switching the information display 32 Enlarged display operation 32 Resetting to the camera 12... Loading the card 13 Power on ...14 Setting the date/time 15 Shooting ...16 Playback/Erasing 18 Indications used in this manual 19 1 Basic camera operations 26 Describes the basic operations of the camera. Table of Contents Basic guide 2 Identifies...
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... to digital cameras. AF mode selection ...51 S-AF (single AF 51 C-AF (continuous AF 52 MF (manual focus 52 Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF 53 Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF 53 AF target selection...53 Registering an AF target mode 55 Focus...
... to digital cameras. AF mode selection ...51 S-AF (single AF 51 C-AF (continuous AF 52 MF (manual focus 52 Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF 53 Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF 53 AF target selection...53 Registering an AF target mode 55 Focus...
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... the built-in flash shooting 73 Flash intensity control 73 Flash bracketing ...74 External flash shooting 74 Using the external electronic flash 75 Super FP flash 76 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system 76 Using commercially available flashes 77 Non-specified commercial flashes 78 7 Playback functions 79 Describes the functions for...
... the built-in flash shooting 73 Flash intensity control 73 Flash bracketing ...74 External flash shooting 74 Using the external electronic flash 75 Super FP flash 76 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system 76 Using commercially available flashes 77 Non-specified commercial flashes 78 7 Playback functions 79 Describes the functions for...
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i K UTILITY ...99 EXT. Flowchart ...107 Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software 107 What is OLYMPUS Master 107 Connecting the camera to a computer. WB DETECT 99 Custom Menu 2 ...99 CF/xD ...99 EDIT FILENAME 99 s (Monitor brightness adjustment...printing (PictBridge 103 Connecting the camera to a printer 104 Easy printing 104 Custom printing 105 10 Using the OLYMPUS Master software 107 Describes how to transfer and store your computer without using OLYMPUS Master 112 11 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information....
i K UTILITY ...99 EXT. Flowchart ...107 Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software 107 What is OLYMPUS Master 107 Connecting the camera to a computer. WB DETECT 99 Custom Menu 2 ...99 CF/xD ...99 EDIT FILENAME 99 s (Monitor brightness adjustment...printing (PictBridge 103 Connecting the camera to a printer 104 Easy printing 104 Custom printing 105 10 Using the OLYMPUS Master software 107 Describes how to transfer and store your computer without using OLYMPUS Master 112 11 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information....
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...image processing functions 122 12 Information 123 Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Main optional accessories 123 Card basics...124 Usable cards 124 Formatting the card 125 Battery and charger 125 AC adapter ...125...mode 128 Flash synchronization and shutter speed 129 Exposure warning display 129 Flash distance ...130 Vignetting of the built-in flash when using an interchangeable lens 130 Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode 131 White balance color temperature 132 Record mode and file...
...image processing functions 122 12 Information 123 Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Main optional accessories 123 Card basics...124 Usable cards 124 Formatting the card 125 Battery and charger 125 AC adapter ...125...mode 128 Flash synchronization and shutter speed 129 Exposure warning display 129 Flash distance ...130 Vignetting of the built-in flash when using an interchangeable lens 130 Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode 131 White balance color temperature 132 Record mode and file...
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... the function settings by rotating the main dial or sub dial while pressing the direct buttons assigned to the next step. You can use the menu to view the current settings and directly change the settings. Basic camera operations e.g.: When setting the metering mode Direct button ...G + k Super control panel ip: [METERING] Menu MENU[X][METERING] 26 EN Setting on the LCD monitor. Using the direct buttons to operate the camera P. 27 You can use the super control panel to set shooting and playback settings and customize camera functions. This is...
... the function settings by rotating the main dial or sub dial while pressing the direct buttons assigned to the next step. You can use the menu to view the current settings and directly change the settings. Basic camera operations e.g.: When setting the metering mode Direct button ...G + k Super control panel ip: [METERING] Menu MENU[X][METERING] 26 EN Setting on the LCD monitor. Using the direct buttons to operate the camera P. 27 You can use the super control panel to set shooting and playback settings and customize camera functions. This is...
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... down a direct button, turn the main dial or sub dial. • Release the button to set the function. • Some functions are two ways to use the sub dial to operate and set the function during that time. The function remains selected for that function is then set. You can turn... pressing two direct buttons at the same time, turn the dial and set the functions indicated to the side of the buttons. Using the direct buttons There are set using only the main dial (or sub dial). • The three buttons next to the flash have two functions each. Setting information is...
... down a direct button, turn the main dial or sub dial. • Release the button to set the function. • Some functions are two ways to use the sub dial to operate and set the function during that time. The function remains selected for that function is then set. You can turn... pressing two direct buttons at the same time, turn the dial and set the functions indicated to the side of the buttons. Using the direct buttons There are set using only the main dial (or sub dial). • The three buttons next to the flash have two functions each. Setting information is...
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... of the selected function is released. g"BUTTON TIMER" (P. 94) For details on the functions that can be set . INFO button i button p Arrow pad 3 Use p to move the cursor to the function you find it difficult to turn off the super control panel. • Press the i button during live view.... • The cursor on the super control panel lights. TIPS If you want to set with the direct buttons, refer to "Direct buttons" (gP. 4). 1 Using the super control panel Select an item on the super control panel and change the setting. 1 Press the INFO button to display the super control...
... of the selected function is released. g"BUTTON TIMER" (P. 94) For details on the functions that can be set . INFO button i button p Arrow pad 3 Use p to move the cursor to the function you find it difficult to turn off the super control panel. • Press the i button during live view.... • The cursor on the super control panel lights. TIPS If you want to set with the direct buttons, refer to "Direct buttons" (gP. 4). 1 Using the super control panel Select an item on the super control panel and change the setting. 1 Press the INFO button to display the super control...
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...within a few seconds, your setting is confirmed and the super control panel is displayed on the arrow pad to confirm your setting. Basic camera operations Using the menu 1 Press the MENU button. • The menu is displayed. CANCEL MENU : Press the MENU button to the arrow pad GO ...the setting. • Press the i button to confirm your settings. 29 EN t: a u: c 8: d 7: b : Press the i button to move the cursor and select an item. 4 Use the main dial or sub dial to change the setting. After changing the setting, press the i button to display the direct menu indicated at the...
...within a few seconds, your setting is confirmed and the super control panel is displayed on the arrow pad to confirm your setting. Basic camera operations Using the menu 1 Press the MENU button. • The menu is displayed. CANCEL MENU : Press the MENU button to the arrow pad GO ...the setting. • Press the i button to confirm your settings. 29 EN t: a u: c 8: d 7: b : Press the i button to move the cursor and select an item. 4 Use the main dial or sub dial to change the setting. After changing the setting, press the i button to display the direct menu indicated at the...