EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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You can take sequential shots. Images can be converted to, and saved in RAW mode can be played back on the Compact Flash. Once you've transferred images to take advantage of many more than 10 different types of scene shooting modes, making it easy to a PC or ... and check shooting information, etc. What you can do with this camera You can choose from more editing, viewing and printing functions with the provided OLYMPUS Master. 4 You can print out stored pictures directly with the video cable. You can view images using your PC. Images recorded in , other record modes...
You can take sequential shots. Images can be converted to, and saved in RAW mode can be played back on the Compact Flash. Once you've transferred images to take advantage of many more than 10 different types of scene shooting modes, making it easy to a PC or ... and check shooting information, etc. What you can do with this camera You can choose from more editing, viewing and printing functions with the provided OLYMPUS Master. 4 You can print out stored pictures directly with the video cable. You can view images using your PC. Images recorded in , other record modes...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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... or aerosol cleaner, or any type of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock. Lightning flash with an arrowhead, enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in your home, consult your safety... HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. Follow all safety and operating instructions for future reference. If you use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. For your local power company. Connect this product on the product label. Save These Instructions - Never use only accessories recommended...
... or aerosol cleaner, or any type of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock. Lightning flash with an arrowhead, enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in your home, consult your safety... HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. Follow all safety and operating instructions for future reference. If you use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. For your local power company. Connect this product on the product label. Save These Instructions - Never use only accessories recommended...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...battery failure as well as other small parts. - Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of your subjects. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is in the camera strap or power cords...AC adapter (if attached). Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use the camera with a hand while firing. ● Do not cover the flash or touch it after it off immediately - It may result. Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could ...
...battery failure as well as other small parts. - Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of your subjects. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is in the camera strap or power cords...AC adapter (if attached). Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use the camera with a hand while firing. ● Do not cover the flash or touch it after it off immediately - It may result. Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could ...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...DSCM-10512 (512 MB) HMS360402D5CF00 (2GB) DSCM-10340 (340 MB) 20 This camera can use a Microdrive that supports CF+Type II (Compact Flash extension standard). En Precautions when using a Microdrive A Microdrive is not subjected to shock or vibrations. Inserting a card Usable cards "Card" in ... Be very careful when putting the camera down during recording and playback) to strong magnetism. • Microdrives confirmed for use a Compact Flash or Microdrive (optional). You can use with a card adapter (optional). You can also be exposed to make sure the camera is a...
...DSCM-10512 (512 MB) HMS360402D5CF00 (2GB) DSCM-10340 (340 MB) 20 This camera can use a Microdrive that supports CF+Type II (Compact Flash extension standard). En Precautions when using a Microdrive A Microdrive is not subjected to shock or vibrations. Inserting a card Usable cards "Card" in ... Be very careful when putting the camera down during recording and playback) to strong magnetism. • Microdrives confirmed for use a Compact Flash or Microdrive (optional). You can use with a card adapter (optional). You can also be exposed to make sure the camera is a...
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... Information Specifications -Camera Ⅵ Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds Mount Equivalent focal length on recorded images) : 1.0x (-1 m-1, 50mm lens, infinity) : 20 mm (0.8") (-1 m-1) : -3.0 - +1.0...phase-contrast detection system : 3-point multiple AF (left, center, right) : EV 0 - EV 19 : Auto, Optional : The built-in flash provides light. 31 of effective pixels : Approx. 8,000,000 pixels Screen size : 17.3 mm (H) x 13.0 mm (V) (0.9" x 0.5")...
... Information Specifications -Camera Ⅵ Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds Mount Equivalent focal length on recorded images) : 1.0x (-1 m-1, 50mm lens, infinity) : 20 mm (0.8") (-1 m-1) : -3.0 - +1.0...phase-contrast detection system : 3-point multiple AF (left, center, right) : EV 0 - EV 19 : Auto, Optional : The built-in flash provides light. 31 of effective pixels : Approx. 8,000,000 pixels Screen size : 17.3 mm (H) x 13.0 mm (V) (0.9" x 0.5")...
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... system Applicable standards : CF card (Compatible with Type I and II) Microdrive compatible (Compatible with FAT 32) : Digital recording, TIFF (non-compression), JPEG (in RAW/TIFF) : Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. : Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec. (...instantaneous shooting) Ⅵ Flash Synchronization : Synchronized with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data : Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching II, PictBridge Ⅵ Playback Playback mode Information display : Single...
... system Applicable standards : CF card (Compatible with Type I and II) Microdrive compatible (Compatible with FAT 32) : Digital recording, TIFF (non-compression), JPEG (in RAW/TIFF) : Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. : Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec. (...instantaneous shooting) Ⅵ Flash Synchronization : Synchronized with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data : Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching II, PictBridge Ⅵ Playback Playback mode Information display : Single...
EVOLT E-300 Quick Start Guide (English)
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... window. b. Stopper Eject button c. Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the commonly used with your new Olympus Digital Camera. Place the AF frame on the lens, then insert the lens into your new Olympus Digital Camera! b. While looking though the viewfinder, rotate...ROM drive. INSERT THE COMPACT FLASH ATTACH THE STRAP S T Strap eyelet E P Ring a. Slide the battery compartment lock to . To the AC wall outlet This camera can see the AF frame clearly, adjustment is strongly recommended that digital photography brings to erase and press...
... window. b. Stopper Eject button c. Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the commonly used with your new Olympus Digital Camera. Place the AF frame on the lens, then insert the lens into your new Olympus Digital Camera! b. While looking though the viewfinder, rotate...ROM drive. INSERT THE COMPACT FLASH ATTACH THE STRAP S T Strap eyelet E P Ring a. Slide the battery compartment lock to . To the AC wall outlet This camera can see the AF frame clearly, adjustment is strongly recommended that digital photography brings to erase and press...
EVOLT E-300 Quick Start Guide (English)
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...(s) and add them more manageable to reduce red-eye phenomenon. • Fill-in the evening or at : http://www.olympus.com/digital © 2004 This permits fast, easy printing without blurring. b. Playback : Displays shooting information or histogram of the light conditions...switch Strap eyelet Self-timer/ Remote control lamp/Remote control receiver Lens attachment mark Battery compartment lock Shutter button SSWF indicator Battery compartment cover Flash Mirror Lens lock pin Lens release button Mount (Attach the lens after a few seconds. a. AEL button : Locks the exposure....
...(s) and add them more manageable to reduce red-eye phenomenon. • Fill-in the evening or at : http://www.olympus.com/digital © 2004 This permits fast, easy printing without blurring. b. Playback : Displays shooting information or histogram of the light conditions...switch Strap eyelet Self-timer/ Remote control lamp/Remote control receiver Lens attachment mark Battery compartment lock Shutter button SSWF indicator Battery compartment cover Flash Mirror Lens lock pin Lens release button Mount (Attach the lens after a few seconds. a. AEL button : Locks the exposure....
EVOLT E-300 System Chart (English)
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... Tube Tele Converter Digital SLR Cameras ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm 1:3.5 Fisheye Lens (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter *1 Only with MF *2 Recommended max. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm 1:4.0 Wide Zoom (Top Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm 1:2.8-3.5 Wide Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 TF-22 Tele Converter Twin Flash ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm 1:3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom (Standard Lens) ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 Standard Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EX...
... Tube Tele Converter Digital SLR Cameras ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm 1:3.5 Fisheye Lens (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter *1 Only with MF *2 Recommended max. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm 1:4.0 Wide Zoom (Top Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm 1:2.8-3.5 Wide Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 TF-22 Tele Converter Twin Flash ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm 1:3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom (Standard Lens) ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 Standard Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EX...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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... table of contents, index and menu list to help you easily locate the information you want to read the instructions in flash 56 FIREWORKS 40 Flash intensity control 60 Flash mode 54 FOCUS RING 126 Focus lock 30 FORMAT 135 G GRADATION 104 H 1 HIGH KEY 40 HQ 36 Information I ...on how to read the instruction pages" (P. 3) 2 For example When you come across a term that describes basic shooting procedures, etc. g Auto flash 54 B BEACH & SNOW 42 Beep sound 131 Bulb shooting 51 C C-AF 82 CANDLE 42 CARD SETUP 135 Card adapter 157 Center weighted averaging metering ...
... table of contents, index and menu list to help you easily locate the information you want to read the instructions in flash 56 FIREWORKS 40 Flash intensity control 60 Flash mode 54 FOCUS RING 126 Focus lock 30 FORMAT 135 G GRADATION 104 H 1 HIGH KEY 40 HQ 36 Information I ...on how to read the instruction pages" (P. 3) 2 For example When you come across a term that describes basic shooting procedures, etc. g Auto flash 54 B BEACH & SNOW 42 Beep sound 131 Bulb shooting 51 C C-AF 82 CANDLE 42 CARD SETUP 135 Card adapter 157 Center weighted averaging metering ...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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... 49 PREVIEW function 52 4 Various shooting functions 53 Flash shooting 54 Flash modes 54 Setting the flash mode 58 Using the built-in flash 59 Flash intensity control 60 Optional electronic flashes 61 Using the electronic flash 62 Super FP flash 63 Using commercially available flashes 64 Non-specified commercial flashes 65 Drive mode DRIVE 66 Sequential shooting 66 Auto...
... 49 PREVIEW function 52 4 Various shooting functions 53 Flash shooting 54 Flash modes 54 Setting the flash mode 58 Using the built-in flash 59 Flash intensity control 60 Optional electronic flashes 61 Using the electronic flash 62 Super FP flash 63 Using commercially available flashes 64 Non-specified commercial flashes 65 Drive mode DRIVE 66 Sequential shooting 66 Auto...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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... Single-frame erase 120 All-frame erase 121 8 Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 123 AEL METERING 124 EV STEP 124 MANUAL FLASH 124 CUSTOM OK 125 RESET LENS 126 FOCUS RING 126 6 Setting the desired sensitivity to light 91 Setting the ISO sensitivity 91 ISO BOOST 92 White balance - Contents...
... Single-frame erase 120 All-frame erase 121 8 Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 123 AEL METERING 124 EV STEP 124 MANUAL FLASH 124 CUSTOM OK 125 RESET LENS 126 FOCUS RING 126 6 Setting the desired sensitivity to light 91 Setting the ISO sensitivity 91 ISO BOOST 92 White balance - Contents...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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...any type of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock. Never use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. The power supply cord should be placed so it will not be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with the...such as the lithium ion battery, refer to instruction pages for information on the product and those products. Grounding, Polarization - Lightning flash with this product. Read carefully and follow all AC adapter or accessory power cords. 10 To avoid damage to the presence of ...
...any type of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock. Never use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. The power supply cord should be placed so it will not be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with the...such as the lithium ion battery, refer to instruction pages for information on the product and those products. Grounding, Polarization - Lightning flash with this product. Read carefully and follow all AC adapter or accessory power cords. 10 To avoid damage to the presence of ...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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... your safety Handling the camera WARNING ੬ Do not use the camera in the camera strap or power cords, causing strangulation. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places. ● Using or storing the camera in...accidents resulting from the faces of the camera. ੬ Do not use the camera with wet hands. 12 For your subjects. Accidentally firing the flash into the camera, stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it off immediately - The specified AC ...
... your safety Handling the camera WARNING ੬ Do not use the camera in the camera strap or power cords, causing strangulation. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places. ● Using or storing the camera in...accidents resulting from the faces of the camera. ੬ Do not use the camera with wet hands. 12 For your subjects. Accidentally firing the flash into the camera, stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it off immediately - The specified AC ...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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How to use the buttons and control dial 1 (Flash mode) button ~P. 58 Selects a flash mode from auto-flash, red-eye reduction flash, slow synchronization or fill-in flash. 1 Basic operations Press P 1/320 ESP F5.6 AUTO ISO FP WB FOCUS S-AF AF ILLUMINATOR AUTO AUTO sRGB DRIVE HQ 3264 2448 OR AUTO AUTO SLOW ...
How to use the buttons and control dial 1 (Flash mode) button ~P. 58 Selects a flash mode from auto-flash, red-eye reduction flash, slow synchronization or fill-in flash. 1 Basic operations Press P 1/320 ESP F5.6 AUTO ISO FP WB FOCUS S-AF AF ILLUMINATOR AUTO AUTO sRGB DRIVE HQ 3264 2448 OR AUTO AUTO SLOW ...
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Each time this button is pressed, the information display is changed. 3 (flash) switch ~ P. 58 Raises the flash. 4 AEL button Locks the exposure. ~ P. 90 5 (Playback mode) button Plays back images on the monitor. ~ P. 108 6 MENU button Displays the menu. ~ P. 25 7 OK/ (Protect) button ~ P. ...
Each time this button is pressed, the information display is changed. 3 (flash) switch ~ P. 58 Raises the flash. 4 AEL button Locks the exposure. ~ P. 90 5 (Playback mode) button Plays back images on the monitor. ~ P. 108 6 MENU button Displays the menu. ~ P. 25 7 OK/ (Protect) button ~ P. ...
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Basic operations 1 2 1 AF 2 WB CANCEL MENU SELECT tab 0.0 HQ AUTO S-AF AUTO GO 1 CARD SETUP 2 DRIVE 1 2 MONOTONE tab CANCEL MENU SELECT 0.0 OFF GO tab 1 2 EDIT 1 2 CANCEL MENU SELECT OFF GO tab 1 EV STEP 2 ISO BOOST MANUAL FLASH 1 2 CUSTOM WB CANCEL MENU SELECT 1/3EV OFF OFF GO 2 tab 1 '04.01.01 01:01 2 RESET FILE NAME AUTO 1 REC VIEW 2 5sec OFF CANCEL MENU SELECT GO 26 How to use the menus 2 Press to select a tab. ● The functions are categorized under tabs. 1 Tab The current settings are displayed.
Basic operations 1 2 1 AF 2 WB CANCEL MENU SELECT tab 0.0 HQ AUTO S-AF AUTO GO 1 CARD SETUP 2 DRIVE 1 2 MONOTONE tab CANCEL MENU SELECT 0.0 OFF GO tab 1 2 EDIT 1 2 CANCEL MENU SELECT OFF GO tab 1 EV STEP 2 ISO BOOST MANUAL FLASH 1 2 CUSTOM WB CANCEL MENU SELECT 1/3EV OFF OFF GO 2 tab 1 '04.01.01 01:01 2 RESET FILE NAME AUTO 1 REC VIEW 2 5sec OFF CANCEL MENU SELECT GO 26 How to use the menus 2 Press to select a tab. ● The functions are categorized under tabs. 1 Tab The current settings are displayed.
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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...shooting conditions Selecting the right mode for the shooting situation LANDSCAPE Suitable for shooting both of outdoor scenes in the red-eye reduction mode. ~ "Flash modes" (P. 54) 39 NIGHT+PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting images of them into focus. The camera brings both main subject and background. NIGHT SCENE...the main subject and background at night. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash fires in the evening or at night makes a dark image with only the sparkle of lights such as street lamps due to stabilize the ...
...shooting conditions Selecting the right mode for the shooting situation LANDSCAPE Suitable for shooting both of outdoor scenes in the red-eye reduction mode. ~ "Flash modes" (P. 54) 39 NIGHT+PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting images of them into focus. The camera brings both main subject and background. NIGHT SCENE...the main subject and background at night. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash fires in the evening or at night makes a dark image with only the sparkle of lights such as street lamps due to stabilize the ...
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... background. HIGH KEY Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting a bright subject. Vivid red and yellow color reproduction. • The flash cannot be used . • AF is slow, be used . • Since the shutter speed is not possible. Use manual focus (MF). 3 SUNSET Suitable for taking... mode for the shooting situation FIREWORKS Suitable for shooting fireworks. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash cannot be sure to stabilize the camera.
... background. HIGH KEY Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting a bright subject. Vivid red and yellow color reproduction. • The flash cannot be used . • AF is slow, be used . • Since the shutter speed is not possible. Use manual focus (MF). 3 SUNSET Suitable for taking... mode for the shooting situation FIREWORKS Suitable for shooting fireworks. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash cannot be sure to stabilize the camera.
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Increases contrast between letters and background. • The flash cannot be selected ~ "Selecting the record mode" (P. 33) SPORT Suitable for shooting documents, etc. Useful in art gallery, museum, etc. • SHQ and HQ cannot ... for shooting conditions Selecting the right mode for the shooting situation MACRO Suitable for taking close-up pictures (macro shooting). • If you use the flash, shadows may be noticeable and the correct exposure may not be achieved. 3 DOCUMENTS Suitable for capturing fast-moving action without blurring. 41 MUSEUM For shooting...
Increases contrast between letters and background. • The flash cannot be selected ~ "Selecting the record mode" (P. 33) SPORT Suitable for shooting documents, etc. Useful in art gallery, museum, etc. • SHQ and HQ cannot ... for shooting conditions Selecting the right mode for the shooting situation MACRO Suitable for taking close-up pictures (macro shooting). • If you use the flash, shadows may be noticeable and the correct exposure may not be achieved. 3 DOCUMENTS Suitable for capturing fast-moving action without blurring. 41 MUSEUM For shooting...