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DIGITAL CAMERA

Basic guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Printed in China

VN256301

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

P.2

Review the camera part names,
the basic steps for shooting andplayback, and the basic operations.

Table of Contents P. 26

z Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use yournew camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performanceand a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
z We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.
z The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during thedevelopment stages and may differ from the actual product.
z The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there
are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera,
the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

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Camera

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1 SSWF indicator gP. 14, 128
2 ON/OFF button gP. 14
3 Shutter button gP. 16, 60
4 F (Exposure compensation) button
gP. 505 Strap eyelet gP. 10
6 Lens attachment mark gP. 13
7 Mount(Remove the body cap before attaching thelens.)

2ENb

8 Hot shoegP. 73
9 MicrophonegP. 78, 90
0 Self-timer lampgP. 62
a Lens release buttongP. 13
b Lens lock pin

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Basic guide

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d Connector covere Card access lamp gP. 16, 122
f Multi-connector gP. 87, 115, 120
g HDMI mini-connector (type C) gP. 88
h Main dial (j) gP. 19, 20
i Arrow pad (k) gP. 20, 21, 24
Press the main dial in the following places.
Up: f
Down: gLeft: hRight: ij i button gP. 24

Names of parts and functions

1 Mode dial gP. 4
2 LCD monitor gP. 8, 9
3 MENU button gP. 24
4 INFO (Information display) button
gP. 23, 41, 83
5 Tripod socket
6 Battery/card compartment cover gP. 11
7 Battery/card compartment lock gP. 11
8 D (Erase) button gP. 92
9 q (Playback) button gP. 18, 81
0 AEL/AFL button gP. 51, 99
0 (Protect) button gP. 91
a < button gP. 100
b Speakerc Sub dial (j) gP. 19, 20

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Mode dial
The mode dial allows you to change thecamera settings easily according to thesubject.

Advanced shooting modes• For more advanced shooting and greater creative control, you can set the aperture value andshutter speed.
• The settings made in the advanced shooting modes are retained even if the camera is turned off.
Allows you to shoot using an aperture and shutter speed
Program shootingPthat the camera sets. (gP. 44)
A

Aperture priority
shooting

Allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera
sets the shutter speed automatically. (gP. 45)

S

Shutter priority shooting

Allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The
camera sets the aperture automatically. (gP. 46)

M

Manual shooting

Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed
manually. (gP. 47)

Easy shooting modes• Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions
automatically.
• When rotating the mode dial or turning off the power in the easy shooting modes, functions
with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.
The camera automatically selects an optimal shooting mode
from [PORTRAIT], [LANDSCAPE], [NIGHT SCENE],
iAuto[SPORT], and [MACRO]. This is a fully automatic modeA
which allows you to shoot with the optimal settings for thescene by simply pressing the shutter button.

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ART

Art filter

SCN

Scene

n

Movie

When you select a desired filter or scene, the camera
optimizes the shooting conditions for that filter or scene.
In SCN mode, most of the functions cannot be changed.
Used for shooting movies. Besides using [P] and [A],you can record a movie with the art filter.

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Basic guide

Setting the art filter/scene
1 Set the mode dial to ART or SCN.
• The art filter menu or scene menu is displayed.
1 POP ART

1 PORTRAIT
B
e
F
D
C
G

BACK

SET

SET

BACK

2 Use fg to select the filter or scene.
3 Press the i button.

Types of art filters
Icon

Art filter

Icon

j

POP ARTm

Art filter
LIGHT TONEk

SOFT FOCUSn

GRAINY FILM

l

PALE&LIGHT COLORo

PIN HOLE

Icon

Mode

Icon

Mode

I

PORTRAITq

DIS MODEee-PORTRAIT

J

MACRO

L

LANDSCAPEr

NATURE MACROK

LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT&CANDLE

J

SPORT

*

SUNSETG

NIGHT SCENE@

DOCUMENTSU

NIGHT+PORTRAITPANORAMA (gP. 43)

G

CHILDRENs(

H

HIGH KEYg

BEACH & SNOWI

LOW KEYFIREWORKS• Art filters and [e-PORTRAIT] are not applied to RAW images.
• If the record mode is set to [RAW] and art filter is applied, the record mode is automatically set
to [YN+RAW].
• The grainy appearance of the picture may be emphasized depending on the type of art filter.
• When either RAW or JPEG+RAW are set in [e-PORTRAIT], a RAW image and a JPEG
(X (2560×1920)) with applied effect are saved.
• When JPEG is set in [e-PORTRAIT], two images are saved, one from before application of theeffect (with set picture quality) and the other from after application of the effect(X (2560×1920)).

Names of parts and functions

Types of scene modes

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Live control
The following screen which simultaneously displays shooting setting functions andassociated options is called the live control. Press the i button to display the live control
on the LCD monitor. You can set the art filter, the white balance and other effects while
checking live view.
g“Using the live control to operate the camera” (P. 22)
FunctionsPLF

WB AUTO

AUTO 5 2 3 1 w x

SettingFunctions

Setting

Ref.
page

Scene mode*1[I] [e] [L] [K] [J] [G] [U] [G] [H] [I] [q] [J][r] [&][*] [@] [s] [(] [g]P. 5

Art filter mode*1[j] [k] [l] [m] [n] [o]P. 5Movie AE mode*2[P] [A] [j] [k] [l] [m] [n] [o]P. 79[AUTO] [5] [2] [3] [1] [w] [x] [y] [n] [V]
[CWB]

P. 67

White balance
Sequential shooting/self-timer[o] [j] [Y12S] [Y2S]

P. 62

Aspect ratio[4:3] [16:9] [3:2] [6:6]P. 40

Record mode

[RAW] [YF] [YN] [XN] [WN] [YF+RAW] [YN+RAW] etc.

P. 64

ISO sensitivity[AUTO] [100] [125] [160] [200] [250] [320] etc.

P. 53

Flash mode

[AUTO] [!] [#] [$] [H] [#SLOW] [#SLOW2] etc.

P. 75

Metering mode[G] [H] [I] [IHI] [ISH]P. 49

AF mode[S-AF] [C-AF] [MF] [S-AF+MF]

P. 56[gON] [gOFF]

P. 39

Image stabilizer

Face detection
AF target selection

BM

P. 58

Movie sound record*2[RON] [ROFF]

P. 80*1 ART or SCN mode only
*2 nmode only
• There may be unavailable menus depending on the selected shooting mode.

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P. 61-62[OFF] [I.S. 1] [I.S. 2] [I.S. 3] [FOCAL LENGTH]

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Super control panel

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P
ISO

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NORM

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Super Fine

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LIVE

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INFO

250 F5.6 +2.0

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OFF

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Basic guide

The following screen allows the display and setting of shooting settings at the same timeand is called the super control panel. On the live control display, press the INFO button
to switch to the super control panel.
g“Setting while looking at the super control panel” (P. 23)h

The functions within this area can be set on the super control panel.
d Picture mode gP. 71
e Sharpness NgP. 71
Contrast JgP. 71
Saturation TgP. 71
Gradation zgP. 72
B&W Filter xgP. 71
Picture tone ygP. 71
f Color space gP. 108
g Face detection gP. 39, 104
h Metering mode gP. 49
i Number of storable still pictures gP. 140
j Exposure compensation value gP. 50
Exposure level gP. 47
k Aspect ratio gP. 40
l Aperture value gP. 44-47
m Shutter speed gP. 44-47

Names of parts and functions

1 Internal temperature warning
mgP. 127
Arrow pad function ep gP. 102
2 Shooting mode gP. 4, 44-47
3 Function name4 White balance gP. 67
White balance compensation gP. 68
5 ISO sensitivity gP. 53
6 Sequential shooting/self-timer gP. 61-62
7 Flash mode gP. 75
8 Flash intensity control gP. 77
9 Image stabilizer gP. 62
0 AF mode gP. 56
AF target gP. 58
a Record mode gP. 64
b Flash charging gP. 124
c Battery check gP. 8• Movie recording mode is not displayed.

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LCD monitor (Live view)
You can use the LCD monitor to view the subject while shooting.
g“Using live view” (P. 37)

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AUTO

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ISO
AUTO

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IS 2
6:6

S-AF

LN
+2.0 FPAEL BKT

250 F5.6 +2.0

1 Internal temperature warning
mgP. 127
Arrow pad function ep gP. 102
2 My Mode gP. 101
3 Shooting mode gP. 4, 44-47
4 Flash mode gP. 75
5 ISO sensitivity gP. 53
6 Metering mode gP. 49
7 AF mode gP. 56
8 Face detection ggP. 39, 104
9 Flash intensity control gP. 77
Super FP flash sgP. 74
0 AE Lock ugP. 51
Auto bracket tgP. 52, 54, 70, 77
Multiple exposure igP. 54
Home position pgP. 59
a Shutter speed gP. 44-47
b Aperture value gP. 44-47
c Flash gP. 124 (blinks: charging inprogress, lights up: charging completed)

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d Battery check
Lit up (green) (ready for use)
Lit up (green) (Battery is running low)
Blinks (red) (charging required)e AF confirmation mark gP. 16, 38, 60
f Art filter/scene gP. 5
g White balance gP. 67
h Sequential shooting gP. 61
Self-timer gP. 62
i Image stabilizer vwsgP. 62
j Aspect ratio gP. 40
k Record mode gP. 64
l Number of storable still pictures gP. 140
Available recording timem Exposure compensation value gP. 50
n Histogram gP. 41

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LCD monitor (Playback)
Basic guideYou can switch the monitor display using the INFO button.
g“Information display” (P. 83)
Overall display

Simplified display

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3 4 5

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d e

c

x10

x10
250 F5.645mm±0.0
ISO 100
WBAUTO A±0 G±0
NATURAL
4:3 L N
100-0015
15
+2.0

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[ 4032x3024,1/8 ]4:3 L N
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d Exposure compensation gP. 50
e Shutter speed gP. 44-47
f Aperture value gP. 44-47
g Focal length gP. 132(The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.)
h Flash intensity control gP. 77
i ISO sensitivity gP. 53
j White balance compensation gP. 68
k Picture mode gP. 71
k Color space gP. 108
m White balance gP. 67
n Metering mode gP. 49
o Histogram gP. 83

Names of parts and functions

1 Aspect border gP. 40
2 Print reservation
Number of prints gP. 112
3 Sound record gP. 90
4 Protect gP. 91
5 Battery check gP. 8
6 Date and time gP. 15
7 Aspect ratio gP. 40, 89
8 Pixel count, compression rate gP. 64
9 Record mode gP. 64
0 File numbera Frame numberb AF target gP. 58
c Shooting mode gP. 4, 44-47

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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 thecamera.

CameraBody cap

Strap

PS-BCS1 (BCS-1)
Lithium ion charger

USB cable

AV cable(Monaural)

PS-BLS1 (BLS-1)
Lithium ion battery• OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM• Instruction manual• Warranty card

Attaching the strap

1

2

Thread the strap in the direction of
the arrows (1, 2).

3

Lastly, pull the strap tightmaking sure that it is fastened
securely (3).

• Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.

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Preparing the Camera
W Direction indicating markBLS-1 Lithium ion battery

Charging indicator
Amber light: Charging in progressBlue light: Charging complete(Charging time: Up toapproximately 3 hours 30 minutes).
Amber blinking: Charging error

3

Basic guide1 Charging the battery1
BCS-1 Lithium ion
charger2
AC cableAC wall outlet

2 Loading the battery
1Battery/card compartment lockBattery/card compartment coverW

Preparations for shooting

3

2

Direction indicating markUnloading the battery
Turn off the camera before opening or
closing the battery/card compartment cover.
To remove the battery, first push the battery
lock knob in the direction of the arrow andthen remove.
Battery lock knob

It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the battery
in use drains.

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3 Loading the card
• Insert the SD/SDHC card(referred to as “card” in these
instructions) until it locks in place.
g“Card basics” (P. 130)
Contact area

SD card slot

• Turn off the camera before
loading or removing the card.

Removing the card
• Press the inserted card lightly and it will beejected.
• Pull out the card.
• Never open the battery/card compartment
cover while the card access lamp is
blinking.

4 Closing the battery/card compartment cover
When using the camera, be sure to close
the battery/card compartment cover.
• Close the cover until you hear a click.

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Attaching a lens to the camera
Basic guide1 Remove the body cap from the camera and therear cap from the lens

1
2
1

2
Rear cap

2 Attach a lens to the camera

Body cap
Lens attachment mark(Red)

Alignment mark(Red)

• 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 (1).
• Rotate the lens in the direction
indicated by the arrow until you hearit click (2).

1
3Lens releasebutton3
4
Lens cap

3 Remove the lens cap(3, 4)

Removing the lens from the camera
While pressing the lens release button (1),rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow(2).
g“Interchangeable lenses” (P. 132)

Preparations for shooting• Make sure the camera is turned off.
• Do not press the lens releasebutton.
• Do not touch internal portions of
the camera.

2

2

1
Lens release button

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Power on
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera• To turn off the power, press the ON/OFF button again.

Mode dial
Set the mode dial to P.

SSWF indicator

ON/OFF buttonP

LCD monitor
When you turn on the power the LCD monitor lights up.
LN

250 F5.6

38

Dust reduction function operation
The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is turned on. Ultrasonicvibrations are used to remove dust and dirt from the image pickup device’s filter surface. The
SSWF (Super Sonic Wave Filter) indicator blinks while dust reduction is working.

Using separately sold retractable lens
UNLOCK switch

Certain types of lens are retractable andcontained within the barrel when stored.
You cannot take a picture with the lensretracted.
Turn the zoom ring in the direction of arrow (1)to extend the lens (2).
To store, turn the zoom ring in the direction ofarrow (4) while sliding the UNLOCK switch
(3).

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Setting the date/time
Basic guide

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

1 Press the MENU button• The menu screen is displayed on
the LCD monitor.

Arrow pad fghi

CARD SETUPCUSTOM RESETPICTURE MODEGRADATIONNORMIMAGE ASPECT

4:3

BACK

MENU button

5 Repeat this procedure until thedate and time are completely set

SET

2 Use fg to select [d],then press i’--.--.---:--

BACK

M D

TIME

CANCEL

Y/M/D

SET• The time is displayed in the 24-hour format.

6 Use fg to select thedate format

SET

3 Use fg to select[X], then press i

Y

M D

TIME

2009 08 01 14 00

Y

M D

CANCEL

TIME
Y/M/D

Y/M/D

SET

7 Press the i button

CANCEL

4 Use fg to select [Y],then press i

Y

M D

2009

CANCEL’09.08.01
14:01

ENG.
W
j±0 k±0s
5SEC
REC VIEWcMENU DISPLAY OFFFIRMWARE
BACK

TIME
Y/M/D

Preparations for shooting

ENG.
W
j±0 k±0s
5SEC
REC VIEWcMENU DISPLAY OFFFIRMWARE

Y

2009 08 01 14 00

SET

8 Press the MENU button
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Shooting
1 Select a composition while

Shutter button

viewing the LCD monitor

LCD monitor

2 Adjust the focus

Cardaccesslamp

Press the shutter
button halfway.
LCD monitor
AF confirmation markP

AF target

LN

250 F5.6
Shutter speed

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Aperture value• The focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark appears, and the AF target appears at thefocus position.
• The shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera aredisplayed.

3 Release the shutter
Press the shutter button all
the way (fully).
• The shutter sounds and the picture is taken.
• The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts recording the picture.
Never remove the battery or card while the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so could
destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken.

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Basic guide

Holding the camera
Keep your fingers and thestrap away from the lens.

Horizontal
grip

Vertical
grip

When the camera stops operating
If no operations are performed for approximately one minute, the camera enters
the sleep mode (stand-by) and stops operating. The camera activates again when
you touch any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). g“SLEEP” (P. 103)

Preparations for shooting
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Playback/Erasing
Playing backimagesPressing the q button displays the last picture
taken.
Displays the frame that isstored 10 frames backq button

Displays
the next
frame

Displays theprevious frame
Arrow pad

Displays the frame that isstored 10 frames ahead

Each time you turn the sub dial towards U, theimage is incrementally enlarged from 2× to 14×.

Close-up
playback

Sub dial

Erasing images

Playback the image you want to erase and press
the D button.
Use fg to select [YES] and press the ibutton to erase.

ERASE

YES
NO
D button

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BACK

SET

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Basic operations

Using the direct buttons to operate
the camera gP. 21
You can make the function settings
with the main dial or sub dial and the
direct buttons assigned to a function.
Setting information is displayed on
the LCD monitor while you are setting
a function.

Sub dialj

Main dialj

Basic operations

Setting while looking at the Live
control or Super control panel
gP. 22, 23
You can make the function settings
with the Live control or Super control
panel on the LCD monitor. You can
use the Live control or Super control
panel to view the current settings anddirectly change the settings.

Setting on the menu gP. 24
You can use the menu to set shooting
and playback settings and customize
camera functions.

Basic guide

There are three ways to operate this camera.

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Indications used in this manual

The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to indicate theoperation buttons in this manual. “Names of parts and functions” (gP. 2)
See.
In this manual, j indicates turning the main dial.
In this manual, j indicates turning the sub dial.
In this manual, k indicates the arrow pad.
fghi indicate the up, down, left and right buttons of the arrow pad.
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.

x Notes

Important information on factors which may lead to a
malfunction or operational problems. Also warns ofoperations that should be absolutely avoided.

 TIPS

Useful information and hints that will help you get themost out of your camera.

g

Reference pages describing details or related information.

Descriptions in this manual
The operating instructions of the direct buttons, live control, super control panel andmenu are described as follows in this manual.
• “+” indicates operations performed at the same time.
• “” indicates you should proceed to the next step.

e.g.: When setting the White balance
Direct button

WB

Live controlij: [WB]

Super control paneliINFOk: [WB]

Menu

MENU[c][X][WB]

Resetting the camera
settings

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In P, A, S, and M mode, current camera
settings (including any changes you havemade) are retained when the power isturned off. To reset the camera to the factory
default settings, set [RESET].
g“Resetting the camera settings” (P. 96)

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Using the direct buttons to operate the camera

want to set• The direct menu is displayed.
e.g.) Sequential shooting/self-timer shooting

1

2

5

3

Basic guide1 Press the button for the function you

P

4
SINGLEo j Y12s Y2s
Sub dial

Direct menujMain dialj

2 Turn the sub dial to change the setting, then press the i button

List of direct buttons
No.

Direct button

1
2
3
4
5

F

Exposure compensation

FunctionRef. pageISO

Sets ISO sensitivity

P. 53

WB

Sets white balance

P. 67

jY

Sequential/Self-timer shooting

AF

Sets AF mode

P. 50

Basic operations• The function assigned to the button that was pressed remains selected for approximately
8 seconds. You can turn the sub dial and set the function during that time. If no operations
are performed for 8 seconds, the setting for that function is confirmed. g“BUTTONTIMER” (P. 101)

P. 61-62
P. 56

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Using the live control to operate the camera
1 Press the i button to display the live
control

Sub dial• Press the i button again to turn off the live control.

j

P

WB AUTO

LF

AUTO 5 2 3 1 w x

Main diali buttonj

2 Move the cursor to the function you wish to set using the main
dial and select settings using the sub dial, then press the ibuttonP

CursorMain dial(j)Displays the selected function
nameCursor

WB AUTO

LF

AUTO 5 2 3 1 w x
Sub dial(j)• If no operations are performed for 8 seconds, the setting for that function is confirmed.
• You can use the arrow pad instead of the dials.

For details on the functions that can be set with live control, refer to “Live control” (gP. 6).

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Setting while looking at the super control panel
Sub dialjlive control is displayed todisplay the super control panel• Press the INFO button again to return to thelive control.

Basic guide1 Press the INFO button while

P
ISO

NORM
OFF

4:3
mall
Super FineLIVE

250 F5.6

INFO button

INFO

38

k Arrow pad

Displays the selected function name

CursorMain dialji button

2 Use k to move the cursor to the function you
wish to set, and change the settings using themain dial or sub dial

NORM
OFF

4:3
mall
Super Fine

250 F5.6

LIVE

INFO

38

Basic operations

P
METERING

Direct menu
P

G

ESP
G H I IHI ISH

Press the i button to display the direct menu indicated at
the position of the cursor. You can also use the direct menu tochange the setting. After changing the setting, press the ibutton to confirm your setting. If no operation is performed
within a few seconds, your setting is confirmed and thecamera returns to the shooting mode.

For details on the functions that can be set with the super control panel, refer to “Super
control panel” (gP. 7).

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Setting on the menu
1 Press the MENU menu
button to display the menu
CARD SETUPCUSTOM RESETPICTURE MODEGRADATION
IMAGE ASPECT

Operation
BACK
guide
Press the MENU button
to go back one screen.

NORM
4:3
SET

Press the i button
to confirm the setting

i button

MENU button
k Arrow pad

2 Use fg to select a tab, then press i TabWXqd

MOVIE AE MODE
MOVIE+STILL
j/ Y
IMAGE STABILIZER
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

Shooting Menu 1
Shooting Menu 2
Playback Menu
Setup Menu: Sets the basic functions of thecamera.

BACK

function, and i to go
to the settings
screenMOVIE AE MODE
MOVIE+STILL
j/ Y
IMAGE STABILIZER
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE
BACK

P
OFF
o
OFF

i

OFF

SET

4 Press the i button to confirm the setting• Press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the menu.

For details on the functions that can be set with the menu, refer to“Menu directory” (gP. 142).

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OFF

SET

The current setting is displayed

Function

3 Use fg to select a

P
OFF
o
OFF

MOVIE AEMOVIEMODE AE MODEPP OFF
MOVIE+STILL
A oj/ Y
ART1OFF
IMAGE STABILIZER
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE
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ART3
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You can use the Custom Menu to customize the camera settings and operations
to suit your personal preferences. Customization is performed from the “Custom
Menu” menu. The Custom Menu is added when [c MENU DISPLAY] in the Setup
Menu is set to [ON].
For details of the Custom Menu, refer to “Customizing your camera” (gP. 97)

Basic guide

Displaying the Custom Menu

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu
2 Use fg to select the’09.08.01
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REC VIEWcMENU DISPLAY OFFFIRMWARE[d] tab, then press i

BACK

SET

3 Use fg to select [c MENU DISPLAY], then press i

cMENU DISPLAY’09.08.01
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SET

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REC VIEWcMENU DISPLAY ON
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BACK

Basic operations

4 Use fg to select [ON], then press the i button

SET

The [c] tab is displayed.
c Custom Menu:
Customizes shooting functions.

The settings on the Custom Menu are for customizing the camera to suit yourpersonal preferences or needs. They are not suited to frequent changing.
The initial menu is more than adequate for setting both simple and advanced
shooting functions. Normally, there is no need to display the Custom Menu.

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Table of Contents
Basic guide2

Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting andplayback.

Names of parts and functions........................................................................................ 2
Camera ......................................................................................................... 2
Mode dial....................................................................................................... 4
Live control.................................................................................................... 6
Super control panel ....................................................................................... 7
LCD monitor (Live view)................................................................................ 8
LCD monitor (Playback) ................................................................................ 9
Preparations for shooting ............................................................................................ 10
Unpack the box contents............................................................................. 10
Preparing the Camera................................................................................. 11
Attaching a lens to the camera.................................................................... 13
Power on ..................................................................................................... 14
Setting the date/time ................................................................................... 15
Shooting ...................................................................................................... 16
Playback/Erasing ........................................................................................ 18
Basic operations .......................................................................................................... 19
Basic operations.......................................................................................... 19
Using the direct buttons to operate the camera .......................................... 21
Using the live control to operate the camera............................................... 22
Setting while looking at the super control panel.......................................... 23
Setting on the menu .................................................................................... 24

1 Using live view37

Describes features and operations available during live view.
Functions available during live view............................................................ 37
The live view mechanism ............................................................................ 37
Taking a picture using live view................................................................................... 38
Using the face detection function ................................................................................ 39
Taking a picture using manual focus ........................................................................... 40
Setting the image aspect ............................................................................................. 40
Switching the information display ................................................................................ 41
Taking a picture while comparing the effect ................................................................ 42
Enlarged display operation .......................................................................................... 42
Panorama shooting ..................................................................................................... 43

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2 Exposure

44

Describes functions related to exposure, which is important for shooting. These functions
are for determining the aperture value, shutter speed, and other settings by measuring thebrightness in the picture.

Program shooting ........................................................................................................44
Aperture priority shooting ............................................................................................45
Shutter priority shooting...............................................................................................46
Manual shooting ..........................................................................................................47
Bulb shooting..............................................................................................48
Preview function ..........................................................................................................48
Changing the metering mode ......................................................................................49
Exposure compensation ..............................................................................................50
AE lock ........................................................................................................................51
AE bracketing ..............................................................................................................52
ISO sensitivity setting ..................................................................................................53
ISO bracketing .............................................................................................................54
Multiple exposure ........................................................................................................54

3 Focusing and shooting functions

56

Describes the optimal focusing methods according to the subject and shooting conditions.

AF mode selection .......................................................................................................56
S-AF (single AF)..........................................................................................56
C-AF (continuous AF)..................................................................................57
MF (manual focus) ......................................................................................57
Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF) ......................57
AF target selection.......................................................................................................58
Registering an AF target mode ...................................................................59
Focus lock k If correct focus cannot be obtained ......................................................60
Sequential shooting .....................................................................................................61
Self-timer shooting.......................................................................................................62
Image stabilizer ...........................................................................................................62

4 Record mode, white balance, and picture mode

64

Describes image adjustment functions specific to digital cameras.

Selecting the record mode...........................................................................................64
Recording formats .......................................................................................64
Selecting the record mode ..........................................................................65
Selecting the white balance .........................................................................................67
Setting the auto/preset/custom white balance.............................................68
WB compensation .......................................................................................68
Setting the one-touch white balance ...........................................................69
WB bracketing .............................................................................................................70
Picture mode ...............................................................................................................71
Gradation .....................................................................................................................72

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5 Flash shooting

73

Describes taking pictures with external flash.
External flash shooting ................................................................................................ 73
Using commercially available flashes.......................................................................... 74
Flash mode setting ...................................................................................................... 75
Flash intensity control.................................................................................................. 77
Flash bracketing .......................................................................................................... 77

6 Recording Movies

78

Describes movie recording method and functions.
Movie recording .......................................................................................................... 78
Changing the settings for movie recording .................................................................. 79
Adding effects to a movie............................................................................ 79
Selecting the record mode .......................................................................... 80
Recording Audio when Recording Movie .................................................... 80
Taking still picture automatically when movie recording ends..................................... 80

7 Playback functions

81

Describes the functions for image playback.

Single-frame/Close-up playback.................................................................................. 81
Index display/Calendar display.................................................................................... 82
Information display ...................................................................................................... 83
Slideshow .................................................................................................................... 84
Rotating images........................................................................................................... 85
Movie playback............................................................................................................ 86
Playback on TV ........................................................................................................... 87
Editing still images....................................................................................................... 89
Image overlay .............................................................................................................. 90
Protecting images........................................................................................................ 91
Erasing images............................................................................................................ 92

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8 Setup functions

94

Describes the basic settings for using the camera.

Setup Menu .................................................................................................................94
X (Date/time setting) ................................................................................94
W (Changing the display language) ......................................................94s (Monitor brightness adjustment)...........................................................94
REC VIEW...................................................................................................95
cMENU DISPLAY ......................................................................................95
FIRMWARE.................................................................................................95
Resetting the camera settings .....................................................................................96

9 Customizing your camera

97

Describes how to customize the camera’s settings.

R AF/MF .....................................................................................................................97
AF MODE ....................................................................................................97
AF AREA .....................................................................................................97
P SET UP................................................................................................97
RESET LENS ..............................................................................................98
BULB FOCUSING .......................................................................................98
FOCUS RING..............................................................................................98
MF ASSIST .................................................................................................98
S BUTTON/DIAL ........................................................................................................98
DIAL FUNCTION.........................................................................................98
DIAL DIRECTION........................................................................................99
AEL/AFL ......................................................................................................99
AEL/AFL MEMO........................................................................................100; FUNCTION.........................................................................................100
7 FUNCTION...........................................................................................101
MY MODE SETUP ....................................................................................101
BUTTON TIMER .......................................................................................101
A......................................................................................................102n FUNCTION ........................................................................................102
T RELEASE/j.......................................................................................................102
RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C ........................................................102
U DISP/8/PC ..........................................................................................................102
HDMI .........................................................................................................102
VIDEO OUT...............................................................................................102
8..............................................................................................................103
SLEEP.......................................................................................................103
USB MODE ...............................................................................................103
LIVE VIEW BOOST...................................................................................104
g FACE DETECT ....................................................................................104
INFO SETTING .........................................................................................104
VOLUME ...................................................................................................104m SETUP................................................................................................104

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LEVEL GAUGE ......................................................................................... 104
MOVIE R................................................................................................... 105
V EXP/e/ISO ........................................................................................................ 105
EV STEP ................................................................................................... 105
METERING ............................................................................................... 105
AELMetering ............................................................................................. 105
ISO ............................................................................................................ 105
ISO STEP.................................................................................................. 105
ISO-AUTO SET......................................................................................... 105
ISO-AUTO................................................................................................. 106
BULB TIMER............................................................................................. 106
ANTI-SHOCK ............................................................................................ 106
BRACKETING........................................................................................... 106
W # CUSTOM.......................................................................................................... 106
FLASH MODE........................................................................................... 106
w ............................................................................................................. 106#X-SYNC. ................................................................................................ 106#SLOW LIMIT.......................................................................................... 106
w+F ....................................................................................................... 107
X K/COLOR/WB.................................................................................................... 107
NOISE REDUCT. ...................................................................................... 107
NOISE FILTER.......................................................................................... 107
WB ............................................................................................................ 107
ALL >................................................................................................... 108
COLOR SPACE ........................................................................................ 108
SHADING COMP. ..................................................................................... 108
K SET..................................................................................................... 108
PIXEL COUNT .......................................................................................... 109
Y RECORD/ERASE ................................................................................................. 109
QUICK ERASE.......................................................................................... 109
RAW+JPEG ERASE ................................................................................. 109
FILE NAME ............................................................................................... 109
EDIT FILENAME ....................................................................................... 110
PRIORITY SET ......................................................................................... 110
dpi SETTING............................................................................................. 110
Z K UTILITY .......................................................................................................... 110
PIXEL MAPPING ...................................................................................... 110
EXPOSURE SHIFT................................................................................... 110
f WARNING LEVEL............................................................................. 111
LEVEL ADJUST ........................................................................................ 111

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10 Printing

112

Describes how to print your pictures.

Print reservation (DPOF) ...........................................................................................112
Print reservation ........................................................................................112
Single-frame reservation ...........................................................................113
All-frame reservation .................................................................................114
Resetting the print reservation data ..........................................................114
Direct printing (PictBridge).........................................................................................115
Connecting the camera to a printer ...........................................................115
Easy printing..............................................................................................116
Custom printing .........................................................................................116

11 Using the OLYMPUS Master software

119

Describes how to transfer and store your camera images to a computer.

Flowchart ...................................................................................................................119
Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software .......................................................119
What is OLYMPUS Master?......................................................................119
Connecting the camera to a computer ......................................................................120
Start up the OLYMPUS Master software ...................................................................121
Displaying camera images on a computer ................................................................121
Downloading and saving images...............................................................121
Disconnecting the camera from your computer.........................................122
Viewing still images ...................................................................................................123
Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master ..................123

12 Shooting tips and maintenance124

Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information.

Shooting tips and information ....................................................................................124
Error codes ................................................................................................................126
Camera maintenance ................................................................................................128
Cleaning and storing the camera ..............................................................128
Pixel mapping k Checking the image processing functions ....................129

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13 Information

130

Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, andother useful shooting information.

Card basics................................................................................................................ 130
Usable cards ............................................................................................. 130
Formatting the card ................................................................................... 130
Battery and charger ................................................................................................... 131
Using your charger abroad ........................................................................................ 131
Interchangeable lenses ............................................................................................. 132
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses .............................................. 132
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications ...................................................... 133
Using optical viewfinder (sold separately) ................................................................. 135
Program line diagram (P mode)................................................................................ 136
Flash synchronization and shutter speed .................................................................. 136
Exposure warning display.......................................................................................... 137
Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode ........................................................ 138
White balance color temperature............................................................................... 139
Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures ...................................... 140
Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Setting ............. 141
Menu directory........................................................................................................... 142
Specifications ............................................................................................................ 147
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................... 150
Index..........................................................................................................................156

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Quick reference
Shooting
Taking pictures with
automatic settings

Set the mode dial to A and start taking pictures.

P. 4

Use focus lock.

P. 60

Select the AF target and take the picture.

P. 58

The minimum shooting distance varies depending on
the lens. Move to the minimum shooting distance of thelens from the subject and take a picture.

P. 132The camera may be having difficulty focusing on thesubject with auto focus. Lock the focus at the position of
the subject in advance or use MF to fix the distance ofthe focus.

P. 57,
P. 60,
P. 125

Select the AF target and take the picture using thedesired AF target.

P. 58

Use MF. It may be helpful to focus while using live view
with an enlarged image.

P. 40,
P. 42,
P. 57

You can take a picture while using the live multi view
display to compare the effect of white balance or
exposure compensation.

P. 42

You can use the preview function to check the depth offield at a selected aperture value.

P. 48

You can use [TEST PICTURE] to check the image on
the LCD monitor without recording the image to a card.

P. 100Pressing the shutter button halfway and playing backimages over a long period of time consumes
considerable battery power. Limiting these actions will
help extend the useful life of the battery.

k

Set [SLEEP] so that the camera enters sleep mode
faster.

P. 103

Increasing the number of
pictures that can be taken

Reduce the pixel count and compression rate settings.

P. 64,
P. 108Taking pictures in low lightsituations without using
the flash

Increase the ISO sensitivity.

P. 53

Correct focus cannot be
obtained

Focusing on one area

Checking set effect before
taking a picture

Extending the useful life of
the battery

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Take a picture while checking the histogram.

P. 41

Take a picture while checking the shutter speed andaperture value displays. If either is blinking, the optimal
exposure is not obtained.

P. 44-46,
P. 137

Set the gradation setting to [AUTO]. Subjects with areasof large contrast are adjusted automatically.

P. 72

Adjust the exposure compensation.

P. 50

Set [PICTURE MODE] to [MONOTONE]. You can takemonotone pictures in black and white, sepia tones,
purplish tones, bluish tones, and greenish tones.

P. 71

Recorded images can be edited into black-and-white or
sepia-toned images.

P. 89

Set the art filter to [GRAINY FILM].

P. 5

Set the gradation setting to [AUTO].

P. 72

Use spot metering to measure the exposure of thesubject in the center of the picture. If the subject is not in
the center of the picture, use AE lock to lock the
exposure, and then change the composition and takethe picture.

P. 49,
P. 51

Brightening a dark backlit
image

You can adjust the image using [SHADOW ADJ] of[JPEG EDIT].

P. 89

Taking pictures with ablurred background

Use A (aperture priority) mode to decrease the aperture
value as much as possible. You can blur the backgroundmore by shooting up close to the subject.

P. 45

Taking pictures that stop
the subject in motion orconvey a sense of motion

Use the S (shutter priority) mode to take the picture.

P. 46

Set the white balance according to the light source. You
can also make fine changes to the settings.

P. 67

With WB bracket shooting, you can capture 3 to 9
images with different white balance settings for each
picture taken. This enables you to take pictures with thedesired white balance without having to make finechanges to the settings.

P. 70

Set the spot metering for highlight or shadow control. If
the subject is not in the center of the picture, use AE lockto lock the exposure, and then change the composition
and take the picture.

P. 49,
P. 51

Adjust the exposure compensation. It may be helpful to
use AE bracketing if you are not sure about the
exposure compensation value.

P. 50,
P. 52

Set the scene mode to [HIGH KEY] or [LOW KEY] andtake a picture.

P. 5

Taking pictures without
white subjects appearing
too white or black subjects
appearing too dark

Taking monotone pictures

Taking pictures of a
subject against backlight

Taking pictures with thecorrect color

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Taking pictures without
noise

Optimizing the LCD
monitor

Reducing camera shake

Taking pictures while
checking the level of thecameraSet [NOISE REDUCT.] to [AUTO] or [ON].

P. 107

To take pictures in a dark location, set [NOISE FILTER]
to [HIGH].

P. 107

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

P. 94

During live view, set [LIVE VIEW BOOST] to [ON] tomake the subject easier to see without the exposurereflecting on the LCD monitor.

P. 104

Set the image stabilizer function.

P. 62

Hold the camera firmly when pressing the shutter button.
When using a slow shutter speed, be sure to stabilize
the camera by using a tripod or similar method.

P. 17

Use the external flashes.

P. 75

Set the scene mode to [DIS MODE].

P. 5

Increase the ISO sensitivity. When using the [AUTO]
setting, set the upper limit of [AUTO] to a higher value.

P. 53,
P. 105Using the self-timer can reduce camera shake that
occurs when the shutter button is pressed.

P. 62

You can display the level gauge to check whether thecamera is level.

P. 104

Display the ruled lines in live view. Compose the shot sothat the subject and ruled lines are horizontally andvertically aligned.

P. 41

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Playback
Displaying the image after
the picture is taken

Set [REC VIEW]. You can set the number of seconds
that the image is displayed.

P. 95

Displaying the image after
the picture is taken anddeleting unneeded images

Set [REC VIEW] to [AUTO q]. After you take a picture,
the camera switches to playback mode automatically,
allowing you to delete the image.

P. 95

Checking whether the
subject is in focus

Use close-up playback to check whether the subject is in
focus.

P. 81

Use index display to search from a index of between 4
and 100 frames.

P. 82

Use calendar display to search by the date the picture
was taken.

P. 82

Use the AV cable or HDMI mini-cable (commerciallyavailable) to play back recorded images on your TV.
You can also view the images as a slideshow.

P. 87

You can register two camera settings in [CUSTOMRESET]. Even if the settings are changed, they can be
returned to their registered settings by resetting thesettings.

P. 96

You can register up to two current camera settings in[MY MODE SETUP]. Assign My Mode to the < button
so that you can easily use that function during shooting.

P. 101

Quickly searching for thedesired image

Viewing images on a TV

Settings

Saving the settings

Changing the menu
display language

Not all the functions arereset to the factory default
settings by [RESET]

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You can change the display language.
The following functions are not returned to the factory
default settings by [RESET]. Use the menu to change
the respective settings. You can check the default
settings in the “Menu directory” (gP. 142).
RESET1, RESET2 (Custom reset)/PICTURE MODE/
X/W/s/DIAL FUNCTION/DIAL DIRECTION/
MY MODE SETUP/VIDEO OUT/ISO-AUTO/>/EDIT
FILENAME/dpi SETTING/EXPOSURE SHIFT/f
WARNING LEVEL

P. 94

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Using live view
The view of the subject you are taking a picture of on the LCD monitor is called live view. You
can view the exposure or white balance effect and the subject’s composition while you take apicture.

Functions available during live view
The following functions can be used during live view.
Focusing during live view

Taking a picture while checking the effect• Taking a picture after comparing the effect of exposure compensation or white balance
gP. 42• Taking a panoramic picture gP. 43

1
Using live view

• Taking a picture using focus lock gP. 60• Taking a picture while adjusting the focus manually gP. 40• Taking a picture while focusing on a face gP. 39• Taking a picture while checking the focus by enlarging the zone to be focused gP. 42

Switching the indications on the LCD monitor• Turning off the information display/Displaying the histogram or ruled lines gP. 41• Checking the subject on the monitor even in low light situations gP. 104

x Notes• If there is a high-intensity light source within the screen, the image may be displayed darker
but will be recorded normally.
• If the live view function is used over a long period, the temperature of the image pickup device
rises causing images with high ISO sensitivity to appear noisy and unevenly colored. Either
lower the ISO sensitivity or turn off the camera for some time.

The live view mechanism
During live view, the image on the LCD monitor is the same image received by the image
pickup device (Live MOS sensor/imager) that is used for shooting. This way you can checkthe effects of exposure compensation or white balance on the LCD monitor. Moreover, you
can also enlarge part of the subject to focus on it or display ruled lines to check that thecomposition is level.

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Taking a picture using live view
Press the shutter button down halfway to perform autofocus using the imager device.

1 Press the shutter button halfway.

1
Using live view

• When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark(( or n) and AF target mark light up.
(: For a high-speed Imager AF-compatible lens which
is a Micro Four Thirds system lens or Four Thirds
system lens*n: Other Four Thirds system lens
• Check the focus on the LCD monitor.
You can enlarge the view and finely adjust thefocus. g“Enlarged display operation” (P. 42)

2 Press the shutter button all the way to take apicture.
• You can record sound with the picture you have taken.
g“Adding sound to still pictures” (P. 90)

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AF target mark

 TIPSTo adjust the focus by using manual focus:

j In [S-AF+MF] mode or [MF] mode, turn the focus ring to enlarge the subject and achieve focus.
g“MF ASSIST” (P. 98)* For the latest information about Olympus Four Thirds lenses compatible with Hi-Speed Imager AF, visit the
Olympus website.

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Using the face detection function
By setting [g FACE DETECT] to [ON], the camera will detect people’s faces in the frame
and adjust the focus and metering automatically.
Direct button< (The setting changes each time the button is pressed.)

Live controlij: [g FACE DETECT]Super control paneliINFOk[g FACE DETECT]Menu

MENU[c][U][g FACE DETECT]

1

Function

Setting

Ref. page

METERINGeGRADATION

AUTO

AF MODE

S-AF
B

P. 49
P. 72
P. 56
P. 58

AF AREA

1 If the camera detects a face, a frame will be
displayed in that location.

Using live view

• In order to use the < button, [Fn FACE DETECT ] needs to be set up in the menu inadvance. g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)
• After setting [g FACE DETECT] to [ON] while using the < button, the following functions
are automatically set to the best settings for taking pictures of people.

P• When you press the shutter button, the camera will focus
on the position of the face detection frame (When M is
selected in [AF AREA] the camera will focus on that
position).

x Notes• During sequential shooting, face detection will work onlyat the first shot.
• Depending on the subject, the camera may not be able
to correctly detect the face.

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Taking a picture using manual focus
You can take a picture focusing manually while checking the focus on the LCD monitor.

1 Set the AF mode to [S-AF+MF] or [MF]. g“AF mode selection” (P. 56)
2 Adjust the focus by rotating the focus ring.

1• In [S-AF+MF] mode, after pressing the shutter button halfway or pressing the AEL/AFL
button, you can rotate the focus ring to finely adjust the focus before taking the picture.
• You can turn off zoom display. g“Enlarged display operation” (P. 42)• You can also disallow enlarged view. g“MF ASSIST” (P. 98)

Using live view

Setting the image aspect
You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures using live
view. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [16:9],[3:2], or [6:6]. JPEG images are trimmed and saved according to the aspect ratio.
Menu

MENU[W][IMAGE ASPECT]x Notes• RAW images are not trimmed and are recorded with the aspect ratio information at the time ofshooting.
• During RAW image playback, images are displayed with a border based on the aspect ratio.

 TIPSTo change the aspect ratio of recorded images:

j You can only change the aspect ratio when the aspect ratio of the image is set to [4:3].
g“Editing still images” (P. 89)

To trim recorded images:

j You can only trim images when the aspect ratio of the image is set to [4:3].
g“Editing still images” (P. 89)

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Switching the information display
You can switch the information displayed on the monitor by pressing INFO button
repeatedly. You can also switch the information displayed by turning the main dial whilepressing the INFO button.
Information display on
P

Zoom display(gP. 42)

Histogram display

1

P

P

Using live view

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Multi view display(gP. 42)*1 With [INFO SETTING] (gP. 104), you can also select [w] or [x] for the ruled line display.
*2 During multiple exposure shooting (gP. 54), the information display then switches to “Multiple
exposure display”.
When [LEVEL GAUGE] (gP. 104) is set to [ON], the information display switches to “Digital level
gauge display”.

 TIPSTo quickly switch to the frequently used display:

j You can hide the information display for all modes except “Information display on”. g“INFOSETTING” (P. 104)

How to read the histogram:

j The following shows you how to read the histogram display easily.
1 If the graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear
mostly black.
2 If the graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear
mostly white.
3 The part indicated in green in the histogram shows the luminancedistribution within the spot metering area.

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2

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Taking a picture while comparing the effect
You can check the effect of exposure compensation or white balance on a 4-split screen.

1 Press the INFO button repeatedly to display themulti view display.

1g“Switching the information display” (P. 41)• The exposure compensation comparison screen isdisplayed. Press f to switch to the white balancecomparison screen. Press fg to switch the screen.

- 0.3

Using live view

2 Use hi or the dial to select the setting value, thenpress the i button.

+0.3
WB/F

• You can take the picture using the set value.

0.0

+0.7
SET

x Notes• Exposure compensation is not available in M mode.
• This function cannot be used in A, ART or SCN modes.

Enlarged display operation
It is possible to enlarge the subject for display. Enlarging the image during MF makes focus
confirmation and adjustment easier.
P
i button

LN

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10x

1 Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the zoom display.
g“Switching the information display” (P. 41)• The enlargement frame will be displayed.

2 Use k to move the frame and press the i button.
• The area inside the frame is enlarged and displayed.
• Press and hold the i button to return the enlargement frame to the center after it was
moved.

3 Turn the sub dial to change the magnification (7×/10×).
• Use k to scroll the frame even during magnification.
• Pressing the i button will cancel the zoom display.

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Panorama shooting
You can enjoy panorama shooting easily. Using OLYMPUS Master (provided CD-ROM) tojoin images where the subject’s edges overlap, you can create a single panorama composite
image.
Panorama shooting is possible up to a maximum of 10 images.
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[3]

[2]

1
EXIT

EXIT

• Try your best to include common parts of the overlapping images when shooting the
subject.

1 Set the mode. g“Setting the art filter/scene” (P. 5)
2 Use k to specify the direction for joining, then shoot theUsing live view

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subject with the edges overlapping.
i : Joins the next image to the right.
h : Joins the next image to the left.
f : Joins the next image to the top.
g : Joins the next image to the bottom.
• Shoot while changing the composition such that the subject
overlaps.
• The focus, exposure, etc. will be determined at the first shot.
• The g (warning) mark will be displayed after you have finished taking 10 shots.
• Pressing the i button before shooting the first frame returns to the scene mode selection
menu.
• Pressing the i button in the midst of shooting ends the sequence of panorama shooting,and allows you to continue with the next one.

x Notes• During panorama shooting, the image previously taken for position alignment will not beretained. With the frames or other markers for display in the images as a guide, set thecomposition such that the edges of the overlapping images overlap within the frames.

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Exposure
Program shooting
The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to
the subject brightness.
Set the mode dial to P.
• When the shutter button is half-pressed, the shutter speed
and aperture value are displayed on the LCD monitor.

2

Shooting mode
LCD monitor

ExposureP

AF confirmation markLN

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Shutter speed

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38Aperture value

Program shift (%)
By turning the main dial (or sub dial) in the P mode, you
can change the combination of aperture and shutter
speed while maintaining the optimum exposure.
g“Program line diagram (P mode)” (P. 136)
• The program shift setting will not be cancelled after
shooting. To cancel the settings, turn the main dial(or sub dial) until the shooting mode indication % of
the LCD monitor changes to P. Alternatively, turn off
the power.
• Program shift is not available when you are using a
flash.
 TIPS
The shutter speed and aperture value are blinking:

Program shift

Ps

LN

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j The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see “Exposure warning
display” (gP. 137).

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Aperture priority shooting
The camera sets the optimum shutter speed automatically for the aperture value you haveselected. When you open the aperture (decrease the aperture value), the camera will focus
within a shorter range (shallow depth of field) and produce a picture with a blurred
background. When you close the aperture (increase the aperture value), the camera will
focus within a longer range. Use this mode when you wish to add changes to the background
representation.

When theaperture value(f-number) is
decreased

When theaperture value(f-number) is
increased

Exposure

Set the mode dial to A and turn the main dial (or sub dial) to set the aperture value.

2

Close the aperture (f-number is increased)

A

LN

250 F5.6

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Aperture value

Open the aperture (f-number is decreased) TIPSTo check the depth of field with the selected aperture value:
j See “Preview function” (gP. 48).

To change the exposure adjustment interval:

j This can be set in 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. g“EV STEP” (P. 105)

Shutter speed is blinking:j The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see “Exposure warning
display” (gP. 137).

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Shutter priority shooting
The camera sets the optimum aperture value automatically for the shutter speed you haveselected. Set the shutter speed depending on the type of effect you want. A higher shutter
speed allows you to capture a fast-moving subject without blur, and a slower shutter speed
blurs a moving subject, creating a feeling of speed or motion. Set the shutter speed
depending on the type of effect you want.

2

A fast shutter
speed can freezea fast action
scene without any
blur.

A slow shutter
speed will blur afast action scene.
This blurring will
give theimpression of
dynamic motion.

Exposure

Set the mode dial to S and turn the main dial (or sub dial) to set the shutter speed.
Faster shutter speed

S

LN

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Shutter speed
Slower shutter speed

 TIPS
The picture looks blurred:j The possibility of camera shake spoiling your picture increases greatly during macro or ultratelephoto shooting. Raise the shutter speed or use a monopod or tripod to stabilize the camera.
j When the shutter speed is slow, camera shake is more likely to occur. You can reduce camera
shake by using the image stabilizer. g“Image stabilizer” (P. 62)

To change the exposure adjustment interval:

j This can be set in 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. g“EV STEP” (P. 105)

The aperture value is blinking:j The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see “Exposure warning
display” (gP. 137).

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Manual shooting
Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. You can check how much it
differs from the appropriate exposure by using the exposure level indicator. This mode gives
you more creative control, allowing you to make whatever settings you like, regardless of thecorrect exposure.
Set the mode dial to M and turn the dial to set the value.
Aperture value: Turn the sub dial toset the value.

Shutter speed: Turn the main dial
to set the value.

2
Exposure• The range of aperture values available varies with the lens type.
• The shutter speed can be set to 1/4000 - 60 sec. or [BULB].
Noise in images
While shooting at slow shutter speeds, noise may appear on-screen. These phenomena arecaused when current is generated in those sections of the image pickup device that are notnormally exposed to light, resulting in a rise in temperature in the image pickup device orimage pickup device drive circuit. This can also occur when shooting with a high ISO setting
in a high-temperature environment. To reduce this noise, the camera activates the noise
reduction function.
g“NOISE REDUCT.” (P. 107)
 TIPS
The picture looks blurred:j The use of a monopod or tripod is recommended when taking a picture at slow shutter speed.
j When the shutter speed is slow, camera shake is more likely to occur. You can reduce camera
shake by using the image stabilizer. g“Image stabilizer” (P. 62)

To change the exposure adjustment interval:

j This can be set in 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. g“EV STEP” (P. 105)

To switch the operations of the main dial and sub dial:j You can switch the functions that are set with the main dial and sub dial.
g“DIAL FUNCTION” (P. 98)

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Bulb shooting
You can take a picture with a bulb exposure time in which the shutter stays open as long as
you hold down the shutter button.
In M mode, set the shutter speed to [BULB].
• [BULB] is displayed on the LCD monitor.
 TIPS
To automatically end bulb shooting after a specified period of time:

j You can set the maximum time for bulb shooting. g“BULB TIMER” (P. 106)

To fix the focus during manual focus shooting:can fix the focus so the focus does not change even if the focus ring is turned during
2 j You
exposure. g“BULB FOCUSING” (P. 98)

Exposurex Notes• The following functions are not available during bulb shooting.
Sequential shooing/self-timer shooting/AE bracket shooting/image stabilizer/flash bracketing

Preview function
You can check the focused area (depth of field) with the selected aperture value on the LCD
monitor.
For the preview function to work by pressing the < button, it is necessary to set the functionof the < button on the menu beforehand. g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)
Press the < button to use the preview function.

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Changing the metering mode
There are 5 ways to measure the subject brightness: Digital ESP metering, Center weighted
averaging metering, and 3 types of spot metering. Select the most suitable mode for theshooting conditions.
Live controlij: [METERING]

Super control paneliINFOk: [METERING]

Menu

MENU[c][V]
[METERING]j2
INFO button

i button

Exposure

MENU button

P

G

G Digital ESP metering
The camera measures the light levels and calculates the lightlevel differences in 324 separate areas of the image. This modeis recommended for general use.

ESPG H I IHI ISH

H Center weighted averaging metering
This metering mode provides the average metering between thesubject and the background lighting, placing more weight on thesubject at the center. Use this mode when you do not want the lightlevel of the background to affect the exposure value.

ISpot metering
The camera meters a very small area around the center of the subject,defined by the spot metering area mark on the LCD monitor. Use thismode when there is very strong backlight.

IHI Spot metering - highlight control
When the overall background is bright, white areas of the image will
come out gray if you use the camera’s automatic exposure. Using thismode enables the camera to shift to over-exposure, allowing accurate
white reproduction.
Metering area is the same as spot metering.

: Metering area

ISH Spot metering - shadow control
When the overall background is dark, black areas of the image will come out gray if you use thecamera’s automatic exposure. Using this mode enables the camera to shift to under-exposure,allowing accurate black reproduction. Metering area is the same as spot metering.

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Exposure compensation
In some situations, you may get better results if you manually compensate (adjust) the
exposure value set automatically by the camera. In many cases, bright subjects (such assnow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward + makes these subjects
closer to their real shades. For the same reason, adjust toward – when shooting dark
subjects. You can use value in the range ±3.0 EV to suit the other exposure compensation
function.

2
Exposure±0-2.0 EV

Direct button+2.0 EV

F+j/j
F button TIPSTo change the exposure adjustment interval:jj This can be set in 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments.
g“EV STEP” (P. 105)

To adjust the exposure using only the dial:j You can set the exposure compensation value withoutpressing F button.
g“DIAL FUNCTION” (P. 98)

x Notes• Exposure compensation is not available in M and smodes.

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AE lock
The metered exposure value can be locked with the AEL/AFL button (AE lock). Use AE lockwhen you want a different exposure setting from the one that would normally apply under thecurrent shooting conditions.
Normally, pressing the shutter button halfway locks both AF (auto focus) and AE (automatic
exposure), but you can lock the exposure alone by pressing the AEL/AFL button.
Press the AEL/AFL button at the position where
you wish to lock the metering values and theexposure will be locked. The exposure is locked
while the AEL/AFL button is pressed. Now press
the shutter button.
• Releasing the AEL/AFL button cancels AE lock.

AEL/AFL button

2
ExposurePs
 TIPS

To lock the exposure:j You can lock the metering result so that it is notcancelled when the AEL/AFL button is released.
g“AEL/AFL MEMO” (P. 100)LN

To activate AE lock with a set metering mode:j You can set the metering mode for locking the exposure
with the AE lock.
g“AELMetering” (P. 105)AEL

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AE bracketing
The camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for eachframe. Even in conditions where correct exposure is difficult to obtain (such as a backlit
subject or a scene at dusk), you can pick the picture you prefer from a selected number offrames with a variety of different exposure settings (exposure and compensation values). The
pictures are taken in the following order: Picture with optimum exposure, picture adjusted in –direction, and picture adjusted in + direction.
e.g.) When BKT is set to [3F 1.0EV]

2
Exposure-1.0 EV±0+1.0 EV

Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0• The compensation value will change if the EV step is changed. g“EV STEP” (P. 105)
Number of frames: 3
Menu

MENU[c][V][BRACKETING][AE BKT]AE BKT
BRACKETING

Start shooting.
• In single-frame shooting, the exposure changes every
time the shutter button is pressed.
• In sequential shooting, hold down the shutter button until
the selected number of frames are taken.
• Releasing the shutter button stops flash bracketingshooting. When it stops, 0 is displayed in green on
the LCD monitor.

AE BKTWB BKTFL BKT
ISO BKT
BACK

OFF
3F 0.3EV
3F 0.7EV
3F 1.0EV
SET

How AE bracketing compensates exposure in each shooting mode
Depending on the selected shooting mode, exposure is compensated in the following way:
P mode : Aperture value and shutter speed
A mode : Shutter speed
S mode : Aperture value
M mode : Shutter speed
 TIPS
To apply AE bracketing to the exposure value you have compensated:

j Compensate the exposure value, then use the AE bracketing feature. AE bracketing is applied tothe exposure value you have compensated.

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ISO sensitivity setting
The larger the ISO value, the darker the location in which you can shoot. However, increasing
the ISO value leads to increased noise (graininess) in the picture. ISO200, which gives
optimal noise and gradation balance, is recommended for normal use.
For a slower shutter speed or when you want to open the aperture, use ISO100.
Direct buttonISOjij: [ISO]Super control paneliINFOk: [ISO]Menu

MENU[c][V][ISO][AUTO][100-6400]: The sensitivity is set automaticallyaccording to the shooting conditions. For[ISO-AUTO SET], you can set the default(value normally used when the optimal
exposure can be obtained) and upper
limit (upper limit of ISO that automaticallychanges). g“ISO-AUTO SET” (P. 105)
: Fixed ISO sensitivity [ISO STEP] can bechanged to 1/3 EV or 1EV increments.
g“ISO STEP” (P. 105)

 TIPS

To automatically set the optimal ISO in M mode:2
Exposure

Live control

MENU button
INFO button
i buttonjISO buttonP

ISO AUTO
AUTO 100 125 160 200 250 320

j Normally, the AUTO setting is not available in M mode, but
you can set it for use in all shooting modes. g“ISOAUTO” (P. 106)

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ISO bracketing
The camera automatically takes pictures at a different ISO sensitivity with the shutter speed
and aperture value fixed. 3 images with different exposures are recorded in the order of theset ISO sensitivity (optimum exposure when set to [AUTO]), exposure in the – direction, andexposure in the + direction.
Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0• The compensation value is set in 1/3 EV increments regardless of the ISO step setting.
Number of frames: 3
Menu

MENU[c][V][BRACKETING][ISO BKT]

2 x Notes• Bracketing is performed regardless of the upper limit set with [ISO-AUTO SET].
ExposureMultiple exposureThis overlays multiple frames and saves the result as a single image. The image is savedwith the record mode set at the time the image is saved.
You can overlay an image while taking a picture or overlay a recorded image in playbackmode.
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE
In shooting mode, 2 frames of pictures taken can be overlaid and saved as a single image.
You can also select a stored RAW image and shoot multiple exposures to create an overlay
image.
[FRAME]: Select [2F].
[AUTO GAIN]: When set to [ON], the brightness of each frame is set to 1/2 and theimages are overlaid. When set to [OFF], the images are overlaid withthe original brightness of each frame.
[OVERLAY]: Then set to [ON], a RAW image recorded on a card can be overlaid
with multiple exposures and stored as a separate image. The numberof pictures taken is one.
IMAGE OVERLAY
In playback mode, up to 3 frames of RAW images can be overlaid and saved as a single
image. g“Image overlay” (P. 90)
Menu

MENU[X]
[MULTIPLE EXPOSURE]

Setting display• When multiple exposure is set, i is displayed on the
LCD monitor. When shooting is interrupted, i isdisplayed in green.

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FRAME
AUTO GAINOVERLAY

BACK

OFF
OFF
OFF

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 TIPSTo cancel the image during shooting:j Pressing the D button cancels the last picture taken.

To shoot multiple exposures while checking the composition for each frame:

j The overlay images are displayed semi-transparently on the LCD monitor so you can shoot while
checking the position of the image overlay.

To overlay 3 or more frames:j To overlay 3 or more frames, save the image as a RAW file and use [OVERLAY] to repeat themultiple exposure shooting.

x Notes2
Exposure• When multiple exposure is set, [SLEEP] is set to [OFF] automatically.
• RAW images taken with another camera cannot be used for the overlay image.
• When [OVERLAY] is set to [ON], the images displayed when a RAW image is selected aredeveloped with the settings at the time of shooting.
• To set the shooting functions, cancel multiple exposure shooting first. Some functions cannot
be set.
• Multiple exposure is cancelled automatically from the first picture in the following situations.
The camera is turned off/The q button is pressed/The MENU button is pressed/The
shooting mode is set to a mode other than P, A, S, M/The lens release button is pressed/
The battery power runs out/The USB cable, AV cable and/or HDMI mini-cable is inserted• The information for the first frame during multiple exposure shooting is displayed as theshooting information.
• When a RAW image is selected using [OVERLAY], the JPEG image for the image recordedin JPEG+RAW is displayed.
• When shooting multiple exposures using bracketing, priority is given to multiple exposureshooting. While the overlay image is being saved, bracketing is reset to the factory default
setting.

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Focusing and shooting functions
AF mode selection
The three focus modes S-AF, C-AF, and MF are available with this camera.
You can take pictures by combining S-AF mode with MF mode.
Direct button

AF

Live controlij: [AF MODE]

Super control paneliINFOk: [AF MODE]

Menu

MENU[c][R]
[AF MODE]jj

3
Focusing and shooting functions

i button
MENU button
INFO button

AF buttonP

S-AF

SINGLE AF
S-AF C-AF MF S-AF+MF

S-AF (single AF)
Focusing is performed once when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
If focusing fails, release your finger from the shutter button and press it halfway again. Thismode is suitable for taking pictures of still subjects or subjects with limited movement.
Press the shutter button halfway.
• When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up on the LCD monitor.
• A beep sound is outputted when the subject is in focus.
 TIPS
When you want to quickly switch from AF mode to MF:

j By registering [MF] to the < button, you can press the < button to switch to MF mode.
g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)

When you want to be able to shoot even if the subject is not in focus:
j See “RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C” (gP. 102).

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C-AF (continuous AF)
The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway. Even if thesubject moves or you change the composition of the picture, the camera continues trying tofocus.
Press the shutter button halfway and keep it in this position.
• When the subject is in focus and locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up on the LCD
monitor.
• The AF target does not light up, even when the subject is in focus.
• The camera repeats focusing. Even if the subject moves or even if you change thecomposition of the picture, focusing is tried continuously.
• A beep sound is outputted when the subject is in focus. The beep sound is not outputted
after the third continuous AF operation, even when the subject is in focus.
• This feature is not supported in Four Thirds system lenses.

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MF (manual focus)

Adjust the focus using the focus ring.
• Turn the focus ring and the view will switch tozoom display automatically. You can disallow
zoom display. g“MF ASSIST” (P. 98))
Near TIPSTo change the rotational direction of the focus
ring:

j You can select the rotational direction of the focus
ring to suit your preference for how the lens adjuststo the focusing point. g“FOCUS RING” (P. 98)
Focus ring

Focusing and shooting functions

This function allows you to manually focus on any subject.

Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF)
This function allows you to fine-adjust the focus manually by turning the focus ring after AF is
performed in the S-AF mode.
• Press the shutter button halfway. After AF is confirmed, rotate the focus ring to fine-adjust
the focus.

x Notes• If the shutter button is pressed again after fine-adjusting the focus with the focus ring, the AF
is activated and your adjustments are cancelled.

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AF target selection
This camera has 11 AF targets for focusing on the subject with auto focus. Select the optimal
AF target mode according to your subject and the composition.
There are two AF target modes: All target AF mode, which uses AF at all AF targets, andSingle target AF mode, which uses AF centering around one selected AF target.
B All target AF mode
The camera focuses automatically on one of the 11 AF
targets. Use this feature when you wish to leave focusing to
the camera.

3 M Single target AF mode
Focusing and shooting functions

The camera focuses using one selected AF target. This isuseful for accurately focusing on the subject after
composing the shot.

Live controlij: [AF AREA]

Super control paneliINFOk: [AF AREA]

Menu

MENU[c][R]
[AF AREA]j

MENU button
INFO buttonji button• The currently selected AF target lights. When M is set,
you can select the AF target to be used at that point. For
operation, refer to Step 2 in “Selecting the AF target
mode and position” (gP. 59) in the next section.

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Selecting the AF target mode and position
Select the AF target mode or select the AF target to use with Single target AF mode.

1 Using [AF AREA] select M to enable selection of the AF target mode andposition.
2 Use the main dial and sub dial or arrow pad toselect the AF target.

Set to B.

 TIPS
Selecting the position of the AF target with thearrow pad.

P

3
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Registering an AF target mode
You can register a frequently used AF target mode and the position of that AF target. You canthen quickly load that registered setting (“home position”) and use it when shooting.
Registering

1 In the screen of Step 2 of “Selecting the AF
target mode and position” (gP. 59), press
the < button and F button at the same time.

Focusing and shooting functions

j Press the shutter button halfway and release it, then use
the arrow pad to change the position of the AF target.
g“n FUNCTION” (P. 102)• The home position is registered at the time thebuttons are pressed.
• The home position cannot be registered when
operated from a menu.
HP

Indicates that the AF target isbeing registered.

Shooting
To use this function, you must assign the [PHOME] function to the < button in advance.
g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)

1 Press the < button.
• The registered home position is selected. Press this button again to switch to the original AF
target mode.

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Focus lock k If correct focus cannot be obtained
If the camera’s focus does not focus, the easiest solution is to use the focus lock. Use thiswhen composing the subject outside of the AF targets or when the subject is difficult to focuson.

1 Adjust 1 selected AF target to the subject to be

Shutter button

focused and press the shutter button halfway
until the AF confirmation mark lights up.
(Single target AF mode)3• The focus is locked. The AF confirmation mark and
the AF target in focus light up on the LCD monitor.
• If the AF confirmation mark blinks, press the shutter
button halfway again.
• The AF target mark is displayed for only a moment
when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

Focusing and shooting functions

Card access lampe.g.) The camera focuses using thecenter AF target.

P

LN

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2 While pressing the shutter button halfway,
move to the desired composition and press the
button all the way.

38

AF confirmation markP

• The card access lamp blinks while the picture is
being stored on the card.

LN

250 F5.6

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If the subject has lower contrast than its surroundings
If the contrast of the subject is weak, such as when the lighting is insufficient or the subject
cannot be seen clearly because of fog, the focus may not be achieved. Focus (focus lock) ona high-contrast object the same distance away as the intended subject, recompose your shot
and then take the picture.

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Sequential shooting
Single-frame shooting o Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed(normal shooting mode).
Sequential shooting j
Shoots at approximately 3 frames/sec. for as long as the shutter
button is pressed (during S-AF, MF).
• Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures insequence until you release the button.
• Focus, exposure, and white balance are locked at the first frame (during S-AF, MF).

x Notes• During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops
shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card. The camera may not save
all of the pictures depending on how much battery power remains.

Direct button

j

jY

3

Live controlij: [jY]Super control paneliINFOk: [jY]• Anti-shock display:
The D symbol on the LCD monitor indicates thatanti-shock is activated.
g“ANTI-SHOCK” (P. 106)MENU button
INFO button
jY button
i button

Focusing and shooting functionsj

P

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Self-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can set the camera to release
the shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer
shooting.
For the setting method, see “Sequential shooting” (gP. 61).

3

Press the shutter button all the way.
• When Y12s is selected: First, the self-timer lamp lights
up for approximately 10
seconds, then it blinks forapproximately 2 seconds andthe picture is taken.
• When Y2s is selected : The self-timer lamp blinks forapproximately 2 seconds, andthen the picture is taken.
• To cancel the activated self-timer, press the jY button.

Self-timer lamp

Focusing and shooting functions

x Notes• Do not press the shutter button while standing in front of
the camera; this could result in the subject being out offocus since focusing is performed when the shutter
button is pressed halfway.

Image stabilizer
You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low lightsituations or shooting with high magnification.
OFF
I.S. 1
I.S. 2

I.S. 3

Image stabilizer is off.
Image stabilizer is on.
This is used for panning with the camera in the horizontal direction to achieve a
blurred background. The horizontal image stabilizer is turned off, and only thevertical image stabilizer is activated.
This is used for panning with the camera in the vertical direction to achieve a blurred
background (tilting). The vertical image stabilizer is turned off, and only thehorizontal image stabilizer is activated.

Live controlij:[IMAGE STABILIZER]

Super control paneliINFOk:[IMAGE STABILIZER]

Menu

MENU[X]
[IMAGE STABILIZER]j

MENU button

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Setting the focal length
By setting the focal length of the lens in advance, you can
use the image stabilizer function with lenses other than
Micro Four Thirds/Four Thirds system lenses. This setting
is deactivated when a Micro Four Thirds/Four Thirds
system lens is attached.

1 Press the F button when the image stabilizer isturned on.
2 Use the sub dial or fg to set the focal length

P

FOCAL LENGTH
AUTO

F

IS 1

50 mm

and press i.

Focal lengths that can be set
10mm

12mm

16mm

18mm

21mm

24mm

28mm

30mm

40mm

48mm

50mm

55mm

65mm

70mm

75mm

80mm

85mm

35mm
90mm

100mm

105mm

120mm

135mm

150mm

180mm

200mm

210mm

250mm

300mm

350mm

400mm

500mm

600mm

800mm

1,000mm• If the focal length of the lens you are using is not listed, select the closest value.

x Notes• The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs
when the shutter speed is set to the slowest speed. In these cases, it is recommended thatyou use a tripod.
• When using a tripod, set [IMAGE STABILIZER] to [OFF].
• When using a lens with an image stabilization function, turn off the image stabilizer function ofeither the lens or the camera.
• If [IMAGE STABILIZER] is set to [I.S.1], [I.S.2] or [I.S.3] and you turn off the camera, thecamera will vibrate. This is due to the camera initializing the image stabilizer mechanism.
Without this initialization, the image stabilizer may not be able to achieve the proper effect.
• You may notice an operating sound or vibration when the image stabilizer is activated.
• If the image stabilizer icon blinks in red on the monitor, it indicates a failure of the image
stabilizer function. If you take a picture as is, the composition may be off. Consult your
Olympus Authorized Service Center.
• The image stabilizer will not activate at shutter speeds of over 2 seconds.
• If the internal temperature of the camera exceeds the specified temperature, the image
stabilizer is deactivated and the image stabilizer icon lights red on the monitor.

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Record mode, white balance, and picture mode
Selecting the record mode
You can select a record mode in which to take pictures. Choose the record mode that is bestfor your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, website editing, etc.).

Recording formats
JPEG
For JPEG images, select a combination of image size (Y, X, W) and compression rate
(SF, F, N, B). An image consists of pixels (dots). When you enlarge an image with a low pixel
count, it will be displayed as a mosaic. If an image has a high pixel count, the file size(amount of data) will be larger and the number of storable still pictures will be lower. The
higher the compression, the smaller the file size. However, the image will have less clarity
when played back.

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Image with a low pixel countImage becomes clearer
Compression rate
Application

Number of pixels increases

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Image with a high pixel countNumber of
pixels

Pixel
count

Y (Large)

4032 × 3024
3200 × 2400
2560 × 1920
1600 × 1200
1280 × 960
1024 × 768

Select for the
print size

X (Middle)

For smallsized prints
and use on a
web siteW (Small)
640 × 480

SF (Super
Fine)
1/2.7
YSF

F
(Fine)
1/4
YF

N(Normal)
1/8
YN

XSF

XF

XN

XB

WSF

WF

WN

WB

B (Basic)
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RAWThis is unprocessed data that has not undergone changes in white balance, sharpness,
contrast or color. To display as an image on the computer, use OLYMPUS Master. RAW datacannot be displayed on a different camera or by using common software, and it cannot be
selected for print reservation. RAW files are assigned an “.ORF” file extension.
RAW images can be edited with this camera and saved as JPEG data. g“Editing still
images” (P. 89)

Selecting the record modeJPEG
For JPEG, you can register 4 combinations of images sizes (Y, X, W) and compression
rates (SF, F, N, B) from the 12 total combinations available. g“K SET” (P. 108)
When you select the X or W image size, you can further select the pixel size.
g“PIXEL COUNT” (P. 109)
JPEG+RAW
Records both a JPEG and RAW image at the same time each time you take a picture.

e.g.) The following 9 record modes are available when YF/YN/XN/WN are registered
RAW
: RAW
JPEG
: YF/YN/XN/WN
JPEG+RAW : YF+RAW/YN+RAW/XN+RAW/WN+RAW

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Records the image in RAW data format.

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Live controlij: [K]Super control paneliINFOk: [K]Menu

MENU[W][K]
[STILL PICTURE]

P

NORM
OFF

4:3
mall
Super FineLIVE TIPSTo quickly set the record mode:j By setting [RAWK] to the < button, you can turn the main
dial while pressing the < button to change the record
mode.
Each time you press the < button, you can easily switch
between JPEG data only and JPEG and RAW data.
g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)

To find out the file size/number of storable still pictures foreach record mode:

CARD SETUPCUSTOM RESETRAWPICTURE MODE FNGRADATIONN
IMAGE ASPECT N
BACK

4 j “Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures” (gP. 140)
Record mode, white balance, and picture mode

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Selecting the white balance

WB modeLight conditions

AUTO

Used for most light conditions (when there is a white portion framed on the LCD
monitor). Use this mode for general use.

5 5300K

For shooting outdoors on a clear day, or to capture the reds in a sunset or thecolors in a fireworks display

2 7500K

For shooting outdoors in the shadows on a clear day

3 6000K

For shooting outdoors on a cloudy day

1 3000K

For shooting under a tungsten light

w 4000K

For shooting under white fluorescent lighting

x 4500K

For shooting under a neutral white fluorescent lamp

y 6600K

For shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp

n 5500K

For flash shooting

V

Color temperature set by one-touch WB.
g“Setting the one-touch white balance” (P. 69)

CWB

Color temperature set in custom white balance menu. This can be set from 2000K
to 14000K. When the value has not been set, it is set to 5400K.

4Record mode, white balance, and picture mode

Color reproduction differs depending on light conditions. For instance, when daylight ortungsten lighting is reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly
different for each. With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce morenatural white with a digital processor. This is called white balance. There are 4 options forsetting the WB with this camera.
Auto white balance [AUTO]
This function enables the camera to automatically detect white in images and adjust the color
balance accordingly. Use this mode for general use.
Preset white balance [5][2][3][1][w][x][y][n]8 different color temperatures are preset according to the light source. For example, use
preset WB when you want to reproduce more red in the picture of a sunset, or capture awarmer artistic effect under artificial lighting.
Custom white balance [CWB]
You can set the color temperature from 2000K to 14000K. For details on color temperature,refer to “White balance color temperature” (gP. 139).
One-touch white balance [V]You can set the optimum white balance for the shooting conditions by pointing the camera ata white object like a sheet of white paper. The white balance achieved with this setting issaved as one of the preset WB settings.

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Setting the auto/preset/custom white balance
You can adjust the white balance by selecting the appropriate color temperature for the light
conditions.
Direct button

WB

Live controlij: [WB]

Super control paneliINFOk: [WB]jj

• Custom white balance is set by selecting [CWB] andturning the sub dial while pressing down the F button.
Menu

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MENU button

MENU[c][X][WB]

INFO button
i button
WB button

 TIPS

When subjects that are not white appear white:

j In the auto WB setting, if there is no near-white color in theimage framed in the screen, the white balance will not becorrectly determined. In such a case, try preset WB or onetouch WB settings.

P

WB AUTO
AUTO 5 2 3 1 w x

WB compensation
This function lets you make fine changes to the auto WB and preset WB settings.
Super control paneliINFOk: [>]Menu

MENU[c][X][WB]• Select the white balance to adjust and press i.

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Adjusting the white balance in the A direction (Amber-Blue)
Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will
become more amber when adjusted toward +, and bluer
when adjusted toward –.
Adjusting the white balance in the G direction (Green-Magenta)
Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will
become greener when adjusted toward +, and magenta
when adjusted toward –.
• The white balance can be adjusted in 7 increments ineach direction.

AUTO

>
A

G

+2 –5

WB PREVIEW
BACK

AEL
AFL

SET

 TIPS
Checking the white balance you have adjusted:j After setting the compensation value, point the camera at the subject to take test shots. When
the AEL/AFL button is pressed, sample images that have been taken with the current WB
settings are displayed.

Adjusting all WB mode settings at once:
j See “ALL >” (gP. 108).

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Setting the one-touch white balance

1 Point the camera at a sheet of white paper.
• Position the paper to fill the screen and unshadowed.

2 While holding down the < button, press the shutter
button.

< button• The one-touch white balance screen appears.

3 Select [YES] and press the i button.

• The white balance is registered.
• The registered white balance will be stored in the camera asa preset WB setting. Turning the power off does not erase
the data.

 TIPS
After pressing the shutter button, [WB NG RETRY] is displayed:

Record mode, white balance, and picture modeThis function is useful when you need a more precise white balance than preset WB canprovide. Point the camera at a sheet of white paper under the light source you want to use todetermine the white balance. The optimum white balance for the current shooting conditions
can be saved in the camera. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as
well as under various light sources with different color temperatures.
Set [; FUNCTION] to [V] beforehand. (gP. 100)j When there is not enough white in the image, or when the image is too bright, too dark or thecolors look unnatural, you cannot register the white balance. Change the aperture and shutter
speed settings, then repeat the procedure from Step 1.

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WB bracketing
Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) areautomatically created from one shot. One image has the specified white balance, while theothers are the same image adjusted in different color directions.
Menu

MENU[c][V][BRACKETING][WB BKT]

• Select from [OFF]/[3F 2STEP]/[3F 4STEP], or [3F
6STEP] for the EV step for both the A-B (amber-blue)
direction and the G-M (green-magenta) direction.
• When the shutter button is pressed down all the way, 3
images adjusted in specified color directions areautomatically created.

WB BKT
A-B

G-M

3F 4STEP

3F 4STEP

BACK

SET

4 To apply WB bracketing to the white balance:
 TIPS

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j Adjust white balance manually, then use the WB bracketing feature. WB bracketing is applied to
the white balance you have adjusted.

x Notes• During WB bracketing, the camera cannot shoot the pictures if there is not enough memory inthe camera and card for storing at least the selected number of frames.

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Picture mode
You can select image tone to create unique image effects. You can also fine-adjust image
parameters such as contrast and sharpness for each mode. The adjusted parameters arerecorded in each picture effect mode.
[hVIVID]: Produces vivid colors.
[iNATURAL] : Produces natural colors.
[jMUTED]: Produces flat tones.
[ZPORTRAIT] : Produces beautiful skin tones.
[MONOTONE] : Produces black and white tone.
[CUSTOM]: Select one picture mode, set the parameters, and register the setting.
You can also register the gradation to [CUSTOM]. This setting is stored
separately from [GRADATION] in the menu. g“Gradation” (P. 72)
Super control paneliINFOk:[PICTURE MODE]

Menu

MENU[W]
[PICTURE MODE]PICTURE MODE
CARD SETUPhVIVIDCUSTOM RESETiNATURALPICTURE MODEGRADATION jMUTEDZPORTRAIT

The adjustable parameters vary according to the picturemodes.
The individual parameters are as follows.
[CONTRAST] : Distinction between light and dark
[SHARPNESS] : Sharpness of the image[SATURATION]: Vividness of the color[B&W FILTER] : Creates a black and white image. The
filter color is brightened and thecomplementary color is darkened.
[N: NEUTRAL][Ye: YELLOW][Or: ORANGE][R: RED][G: GREEN][PICT. TONE]: Creates a normal black andwhite image.
: Reproduces clearly definedwhite cloud with natural blue sky.
: Slightly emphasizes colors inblue skies and sunsets.
: Strongly emphasizes colors inblue skies and brightness ofcrimson foliage.
: Strongly emphasizes colors in
red lips and green leaves.

: Colors the black and white image.

[N: NEUTRAL][S: SEPIA][B: BLUE][P: PURPLE][G: GREEN]

SETiNATURAL
J ±0
N ±0
T ±0

CONTRASTSHARPNESSSATURATION

BACK

SET
iNATURALCONTRAST
Lo

Hi
CONTRASTLoSHARPNESSLo
SATURATION 0

+2

0 Hi
-1

Lo

BACK

Hi

+1 Hi

Record mode, white balance, and picture mode

IMAGE ASPECT
MONOTONE
BACK

4

-2

SET

: Creates a normal black andwhite image.
: Sepia: Bluish: Purplish: Greenish

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Gradation
In addition to the [NORMAL] gradation setting, you can select from 3 other gradation settings.
[HIGH KEY] : Gradation for a bright subject.
[LOW KEY] : Gradation for a dark subject.
[AUTO]: Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness
separately for each region. This is effective for images with areas of large
contrast in which the whites appear too bright or the blacks appear too dark.
[NORMAL] : Use [NORMAL] mode for general uses.

HIGH KEY
Suitable for a subject that ismostly highlighted.

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LOW KEY
Suitable for a subject that ismostly shadowed.

Super control panelik: [GRADATION]

Menu

MENU[W][GRADATION]x Notes• Contrast adjustment does not work when set to [HIGH KEY], [LOW KEY], or [AUTO].

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5Flash shooting
External flash shooting
With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external flash units to achieve aflash suited to your needs.
The external flashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s
flash modes with various available flash control modes, such as TTL-AUTO and Super FP
flash. An external flash unit specified for use with this camera can be mounted on the camera
by attaching it to the camera’s hot shoe. You can also attach the flash to the flash bracket on
the camera using the bracket cable (optional).
Refer to the external flash’s manual as well.
Functions available with external flash units
Optional flash

FL-50R

FL-36R

TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL,
Flash control mode
FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUALGN(Guide number)(ISO100)

GN50(85 mm*)
GN28(24 mm*)

FL-20

FL-14

RF-11

TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL

GN36(85 mm*)GN20(24 mm*)

GN20(35 mm*)

GN14(28 mm*)TF-22

TTL-AUTO,MANUAL

GN11

GN22* The focal length of the lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 mm film camera)

Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before turning on the flash’s power.

1 Remove the hot shoe cover by sliding itin the direction indicated by the arrow in
the illustration.

Hot shoecover

5Flash shooting

Using the external electronic flash• Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to avoid
losing it, and put it back on the camera after
flash shooting.

2 Attach the electronic flash to the hot
shoe on the camera.
• If the lock pin is protruding, turn the shoe lockring as far as it will go in the direction opposite
to LOCK. This will pull the lock pin backinside.

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3 Turn on the flash.
• When the charge lamp on the flash lights up,
charging is complete.
• The flash will be synchronized with the camera at a
speed of 1/180 sec. or less.

4 Select a flash mode.
5 Select the flash control mode.

• TTL-AUTO is recommended for normal use.

6 Press the shutter button halfway.

• Shooting information such as ISO sensitivity,
aperture value, and shutter speed iscommunicated between the camera and flash.

7 Press the shutter button all the way.
Super FP flash

Super FP flash is available with the FL-50R or FL-36R. You can use the Super FP flash even
where normal flashes cannot be used with high shutter speed. Fill-in flash shooting with theaperture open (such as in outdoor portrait shooting) is also possible with Super FP flash. For
details, refer to the external flash’s manual.

Using commercially available flashes

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available flash except for a flash specified for use with this camera. To use a commerciallyavailable flash, connect it to the hot shoe. Set the camera’s shooting mode to M.
Non-specified commercial flashes
1) Exposures when using a flash require that adjustments be made on the flash. If a flash isused in the auto mode, match it with the f-number and ISO sensitivity settings on thecamera.
2) Even if the flash auto f-number and ISO sensitivity are set the same as on the camera, thecorrect exposure may not be obtained depending on the shooting conditions. In such acase, adjust the auto f-number or ISO on the flash or calculate the distance in the manualmode.
3) Use a flash with an illumination angle that matches the focal length of the lens. The focal
length of the lens for 35 mm film is approximately twice as long as the focal length of thelenses designed for this camera.
4) Do not use a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that has additional communication
functions other than the specified flashes, since it may not only fail to function normally,
but may also cause damage to the camera’s circuitry.

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Flash mode setting
Set when using the external flash which is sold separately.
The camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as firing pattern and flash
timing. Available flash modes depend on the exposure mode.
Auto flash AUTO
The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
To shoot a subject with backlighting, position the AF target over the subject.
Flash synchronization speed/Slow limit
Shutter speed can be changed when the flash fires. g“#X-SYNC.” (P. 106), “#SLOWLIMIT” (P. 106)
Red-eye reduction flash !/H
In the red-eye reduction flash mode, a series ofpre-flashes are emitted just before the regular
flash fires. This helps accustom the subject’s
eyes to the bright light and minimizes the redeye phenomenon. In S/M mode, the flash
always fires.

x Notes

The subject’s eyes appear red

Slow synchronization (1st curtain) #SLOW
The slow synchronization flash is designed for slow shutter speeds. Normally, when shootingwith a flash, shutter speeds cannot go below a certain level to prevent camera shake. But
when shooting a subject against a night scene, fast shutter speeds can make the backgroundtoo dark. Slow synchronization allows you to capture both the background and the subject.
Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera by using a tripod so as not tocause the picture to be blurred.

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Flash shooting• After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second
before the shutter is released. Hold the camera firmly to avoid camera shake.
• Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at pre-flashes, or if theshooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness.

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1st curtain
Usually, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. Thismethod is usually used during flash shooting.
Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) #SLOW2/2nd CURTAIN
2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create
interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing thetail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out.
In S/M mode, the flash always fires.
When the shutter speed is set to 2 sec.

2 seconds

2nd curtain

2
seconds

1st curtain flash fires0
1st curtain
seconds

2nd curtain flash fires
Shutter closes

Shutter fully opens

synchronization (1st curtain)/Red-eye reduction flash !SLOW
5 Slow
While using slow synchronization with flash shooting, you can also use this function toFlash shooting

achieve red-eye reduction. When shooting a subject against a night scene, this function
allows you to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. As the time from emitting pre-flashes toshooting is long in 2nd curtain synchronization, it is difficult to achieve red-eye reduction.
Hence, only 1st curtain synchronization setting is available.
Fill-in flash #The flash fires regardless of the light conditions.
This mode is useful for eliminating shadows on
the subject’s face (such as shadows from tree
leaves), in a backlight situation, or for correcting
the color shift produced by artificial lighting(especially fluorescent light).

x Notes• When the flash fires, the shutter speed is set to 1/180 sec. or less. When shooting a subject
against a bright background with the fill-in flash, the background may be overexposed. In thiscase, use the optional FL-50R external flash or a similar flash and shoot in the Super FP flash
mode. g“Super FP flash” (P. 74)

Flash off $The flash does not fire.

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Flash intensity control
The flash intensity can be adjusted from +3 to -3.
In some situations (e.g., when shooting small subjects, distant backgrounds, etc.), you may
get better results by adjusting the amount of light emitted by the flash (“flash intensity”). It isuseful when you intend to increase the contrast (distinction between light and dark) of images
to make the images more vivid.
Super control paneliINFOk: [w]

Menu

MENU[c][W][w]jx Notes• This does not work when the flash control mode on theelectronic flash is set to MANUAL.
• If flash intensity is adjusted on the electronic flash, it will
be combined with the camera’s flash intensity setting.
• When [w+F] is set to [ON], the flash intensity value
will be added to the exposure compensation value.
g“w+F” (P. 107)

MENU buttonj

INFO button
i button+3+2

X-SYNC.
SLOW LIMIT 0

BACK

S1/C2/M1
+1

0
-1
-2
-3

5
Flash shooting

FLASH MODE

SET

Flash bracketing
The camera shoots multiple frames, changing the amount of light emitted by the flash foreach shot. The camera shoots 3 frames at a time with the following amount of light: optimum
light, light adjusted in the – direction, and light adjusted in the + direction.
Menu

MENU[c][V][BRACKETING][FL BKT]• The compensation value will change according to the EV
step. g“EV STEP” (P. 105)
• In single-frame shooting, the amount of light emitted by
the flash changes every time the shutter button ispressed.
• In sequential shooting, hold down the shutter button until
the selected number of frames are taken.
• Releasing the shutter button stops flash bracketingshooting. When it stops, 0 is displayed in green on
the LCD monitor.

FL BKT
BRACKETINGAE BKTWB BKTFL BKT
ISO BKT
BACK

OFF
3F 0.3EV
3F 0.7EV
3F 1.0EV
SET

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6Recording Movies
Movie recording
You can record high-definition movies. Stereo sound is recorded simultaneously.
In addition to using the [P] mode in which optimal aperture values are set automaticallyaccording to the brightness of the subject and the [A] mode in which changes are applied tothe depiction of the background, you can use art filtering effects to to enrich theexpressiveness of your movies.

1 Set the mode dial to n.

2 Press the shutter button halfway down and focus onwhat you wish record.

AF confirmation markn mode display• Focusing is achieved by autofocus, and the AF
confirmation mark lights up.

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Recording Movies

2 1 :3 8

3 Press the shutter button all the way to begin
recording.

Available recording time
Lights up in red during recording• Sound recording begins simultaneously (when [MOVIE R]
is set to [ON]).
g“Recording Audio when Recording Movie” (P. 80)

4 Press the shutter button all the way to end
recording.

2 :1 8
Total recording time

 TIPS
Autofocus is not working properly:

j Press the AEL/AFL button for AF operation.
• The sound of the lens triggering will be recorded.

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x Notes• When recording a movie, you cannot change the settings for exposure compensation andaperture value.
• In movie mode, [IMAGE STABILIZER] provides electronic stabilization. When you use thisfunction, the recorded image is enlarged by a small amount. Also, [I.S.1] will operate
regardless of the settings for [I.S.1], [I.S.2] and [I.S.3].
• Stabilization is not possible when the camera shake is excessive.
• When using a lens with an image stabilization function, turn off the image stabilizer function ofeither the lens or the camera.
• You cannot use [g FACE DETECT] in movie mode.
• With some types of media, you cannot record to the end of the available time and recording iscanceled automatically during operation. Also, the size of any given file is limited to 2 GB.
• When the inside of the camera becomes hot, shooting is automatically stopped to protect thecamera.
• You cannot make a further recording while the card access lamp is blinking at the end of arecording.
• With some art filters, [C-AF] operation is limited.
• It is recommended to use a SD speed class 6 compatible card for movie shooting.

Changing the settings for movie recording
Adding effects to a movie
Live controlij[MOVIE AE MODE]

Menu

MENU[X][MOVIE AE MODE]

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[P]
Optimal aperture is set automaticallyaccording to the brightness of thesubject.
[A]
Depiction of background is changed by
setting the aperture. Turn the sub dial toset the aperture.
[ART1]~[ART6] Movie is recorded with characteristics ofart filter mode.
g“Setting the art filter/scene” (P. 5)

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Selecting the record mode
Live controlij[K]

Menu

MENU[W][K][MOVIE]

Movie Record Mode
Record mode

Application

HD

The number of pixels is 1280 × 720. You can record high-definition movies.

SD

The number of pixels is 640 × 480.

Recording Audio when Recording Movie
Set to [ON] to record sound simultaneously when movie recording begins.
Live controlij[MOVIE R]

Menu

MENU[U][MOVIE R]• Select using fg, then press the i button.

6x NotesRecording Movies• When recording sound in a movie, the sound of the lens triggering and camera operating may
be recorded. If desired, you can reduce these sounds by shooting with [AF MODE] set to[S-AF], or by limiting the amount of times you press the buttons.

Taking still picture automatically when movie recording ends
Set to [ON] to take a still picture when you perform the operation to end recording of a movie.
This feature is useful when you want to record a still picture as well as the movie.
Menu

MENU[X][MOVIE+STILL]• Select using fg, then press the i button.

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Playback functions
Single-frame/Close-up playback
The basic procedure for viewing pictures are as shown below.
However, before using any of these functions, follow Step 1 below. You can set the camera toautomatically switch to single-frame playback mode after shooting. g“REC VIEW” (P. 95)

1 Press the q button (Single-frame playback).

j• The last recorded image appears.
• The sound recorded when taking the picture is playedback simultaneously.
• The LCD monitor turns off after more than 1 minute if nooperations are performed.

2 Use k to select images you want to view. You canalso turn the sub dial to switch to U for close-up
playback.

q button
INFO button
k button
Fn button(Single-frame playback)Press k to change theclose-up position.

Press the INFO button
f : Displays the frame that isstored 10 frames back(Close-up position playback)g : Displays the frame that isstored 10 frames ahead
Press k to move thedisplay of the close-up
i : Displays the next frame
position.
h : Displays the previous frame
When [g FACE DETECT](gP. 39) is set to [ON], a
Press the < button
frame is displayed around a• Plays back the image at a
detected face. Press i tomove the frame to another10× magnified close-up
face.
position.
Press the INFO button• To exit the playback mode, press theq button again.
• Pressing the shutter button halfway
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Index display/Calendar display
This function lets you show several images on the monitor at the same time. This is usefulwhen you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image.
During single-frame playback, each time you turn the
sub dial toward G, the number of images shownchanges between 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 and 100 pictures.
h :Moves to the previous frame
i :Moves to the next frame
f :Moves to the upper frame
g :Moves to the lower framej• To return to single-frame playback, turn the sub dial toU.

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Calendar display
With the calendar, you can display images recorded on the card by date. If more than one
image was taken on a single date, the image shot first on that date is displayed.
Use k to select a date and press the i button to play back images for the selected date insingle-frame display.

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Information display
This allows you to display detailed information about theimage.
Luminance information can also be displayed with histogramand highlight graphs.
Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired
information is displayed.
• This setting is stored and will be shown the next time theinformation display is called up.
INFO button
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Over- or underexposed parts of the recorded image aredisplayed.
Highlights (overexposed) parts will be shown in red.
Shadows (underexposed) parts will be shown in blue.

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Histogram display
Distribution of thebrightness of the recorded
image is displayed in ahistogram (brightness
component graph).

 TIPSTo quickly switch to the frequently used display:

j You can hide the information display for all modes except “Simplified display”. g“INFOSETTING” (P. 104)

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Slideshow
This function displays images stored on the card one after another. The images are playedback in order, starting with the displayed image.

1 MENU[q][m]j• Press the i button during playback to select slideshow.

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2 Perform slideshow settings.
[START] : Perform slideshow using current settings.
[BGM] : Set BGM (5 types) or turn BGM [OFF].
[SLIDE] : Set type of slideshow to execute.

3 Select [START] and press the i button.

MENU button
i buttonq buttonj• The slideshow will start.

4 Press the i button to stop the slideshow.

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Operations during slideshow• Turn the main dial to adjust the overall volume (only when playing back sound using thecamera speaker).
• Turn the sub dial to adjust the balance between BGM and recorded sound.

 TIPSTo change the interval between slides in the slideshow:

j You can set the interval at which to switch between still pictures and the movie playback time.
g“m SETUP” (P. 104)x Notes• If the slideshow is left running for about 30 minutes, the camera will turn off automatically.

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Rotating images
This function lets you rotate images and display them vertically on the monitor during singleframe playback. This is useful when taking pictures with the camera held vertically. The
images will automatically be displayed in the correct direction even if the camera is rotated.

1 MENU[q][y]F button• When set to [ON], images shot vertically will be
automatically rotated and displayed during playback.
You can also press the F button to rotate and display
the image.
• The rotated image will be recorded on the card in that
position.
• Rotating playback is not available for movies.

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Movie playback

1 Select a movie, and press the i button.
2 Select [MOVIE PLAY] and press the i button.

j• Playback will start.

MOVIE

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MENU button
i button

Operations during movie playback• Volume: Turn the main dial to adjust the volume of thesound from the camera speaker.
• Rewind/Fast-forward: Select using hi.

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f : Displays first frame.
g : Displays last frame.
i : Continues playback while pressed.
h : Continues reverse playback while pressed.
i : Starts playback.
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Playback on TV
Use the AV cable provided with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. You
can playback high-definition images on a high-definition TV by connecting it to the camera
using a commercially available HDMI mini-cable.
Connection via AV cableMulti-connector

Connect to the TV video
input jack (yellow) andaudio input jack (white).

AV cable (included)

1 Connect the TV and camera.
2 Use the camera to select the video signal format that matches that of theconnected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). g“VIDEO OUT” (P. 102)
3 Turn on TV, and change [INPUT] to [VIDEO (an input jack connected to thecamera)].

x Notes• The camera's monitor turns off automatically when the AV cable is connected to the camera.
• Press the q button when connecting via an AV cable.
• For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual.
• Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped.

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Connection via HDMI mini-cable• Be sure to turn off the camera and the TV before connecting the mini-cable.

HDMI miniconnector

Connect to the HDMI
connector on the TV.

HDMI mini-cable(commercially available)

1 Connect the HDMI mini-cable to the HDMI connector of the TV.
2 Connect the HDMI mini-cable to the HDMI connector of the camera.
3 Turn on the TV and switch [INPUT] to [HDMI INPUT].
4 Turn on the camera.
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• Use an HDMI mini-cable that matches the HDMI mini connector on the camera and the HDMI
connector on the TV.
• When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI mini-cable, HDMI
will take priority.
• Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped.
• When you connect to a TV via an HDMI mini-cable, you can select the format of the digital
video signal. “HDMI” (gP. 102)
• You cannot shoot pictures or movies when the HDMI cable is connected.
• Do not connect the camera to other HDMI output devices. Doing so may damage the camera.
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Editing still images
Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Available editing functions
depend on the image format (image record mode).
A JPEG file can be printed as is without modification. A RAW file, on the other hand cannot
be printed as is. To print a RAW file, use the RAW edit function to convert the RAW data
format to JPEG.
Editing images recorded in RAW data format
The camera performs image processing (such as white balance and sharpness adjustment)
on images in the RAW data format, then saves the data to a new file in the JPEG format.
While checking recorded images, you can edit them to your liking.
Image processing is performed based on the current camera settings. Change thecamera settings to suit your preferences before editing.
Editing images recorded in JPEG data format[SHADOW ADJ] Brightens a dark backlit subject.
[REDEYE FIX]
Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting.
[P]
Set the trimming size with the main dial
and the trimming position with thearrow pad.

SET

[ASPECT]• You may not be able to compensate depending on the image if facedetection fails.

1 MENU[q][EDIT][SEL. IMAGE]

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Changes the aspect ratio of images
from 4:3 (standard) to [3:2], [16:9], or [6:6]. After changing the aspectratio, use the arrow pad to specify the trimming position.
[BLACK & WHITE] Creates black and white images.
[SEPIA]
Creates sepia-toned images.
[SATURATION]
Sets the color depth. Adjust the color saturation checking the picture on
the screen.
[Q]
Converts the image file size to 1280 × 960, 640 × 480, or 320 × 240.
Images with an aspect ratio other than 4:3 (standard) are converted tothe closest image file size.
Makes skin look smooth and translucent.
[e-PORTRAIT]

Confirm the data format from here.

• Selection is also possible during playback by pressing
the i button.

2 Use hi to select an image, then press the ibutton.
• The camera recognizes the image data format.
• For images recorded in JPEG+RAW, a selection
screen will appear, asking you which data to edit.
• You cannot edit movies.

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3 The setting screen varies with the image data format. Select the item you want toedit and do the following steps.
RAW DATA EDIT

JPEG EDITSHADOW ADJ
REDEYE FIXYESASPECT
BLACK & WHITE
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SET

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SET

• The edited image is saved as another image, apart from the original image.
• To exit the edit mode, press the MENU button.

x Notes• Red-eye correction may not work depending on the image. Red-eye correction may affectother parts of the image, as well as the eyes.
• Editing of a JPEG image is not possible in the following cases:
When an image is recorded in RAW, when an image is processed on a PC, when there is notenough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera.
• When resizing ([Q]) an image, you cannot select a larger number of pixels than was
originally recorded.
• [P] and [ASPECT] can only be used to edit images with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (standard).

Adding sound to still pictures
When playing back still pictures a maximum of 30 seconds of sound can be added (recorded)(you can add this as a memo after shooting pictures).

1 MENU[q][EDIT][SEL. IMAGE][R]• Selection is also possible during playback by pressing the i button.

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2 Select using fg, then press the i button.

Playback functions[NO][R START][YES]: No sound is recorded.
: Audio recording starts.
: Erases added sound.

x Notes• You cannot record sound for protected images.
• To stop recording part-way through, press the i button.

Image overlay
Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as aseparate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved.

1 MENU[q][EDIT][IMAGE OVERLAY]• Selection is also possible during playback by pressing the i button.

2 Select the number of frames to overlay and press the i button.

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3 Use k to select a frame and press the i button.

IMAGE OVERLAY• Repeatedly select images only for the number of frames
selected in Step 2.
• To cancel your selection, press the i button again.

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select the gain for each image. Press the ibutton.

• Select from 0.1 to 2.0.
• The displayed image changes as the gain is adjusted.

5 Use fg to select [YES], then press the ibutton.

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 TIPSTo overlay 4 or more frames:j To overlay 4 or more frames, save the overlay image as a RAW file and use [IMAGE OVERLAY]
repeatedly.

x Notes• When the record mode is set to [RAW], the overlay image is saved as [YN+RAW].
• When selecting a frame to overlay, the JPEG images for images recorded in JPEG+RAW aredisplayed.

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Protecting images

Single-frame protect
Play back the image you want to protect and press the 0
button.
• 9 (protect mark) is displayed on the top right corner of thescreen.

0 button

Playback functions

Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the singleframe or all-frame erase function.

To cancel the protection
Display the images that are protected and press the 0
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Protecting selected frames
During index display you can select multiple images and protect them all at the same time.

1 During index display, select the images you want to protect using k, then press
the i button.

• The selected images will be shown with v.
• To cancel your selection, press the i button again.

2 Press k to select the next images you want to protect, then press the i button.
3 After you have selected the images to protect, press the 0 button.
Canceling all protections
This function lets you cancel the protection of several images at one time.

1 MENU[q][RESET PROTECT]
2 Use fg to select [YES], then press the i button.
x Notes• Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected.
g“Formatting the card” (P. 130)
• Protected images cannot be rotated even when the F button is pressed.

Erasing images
Lets you erase recorded images. You can select single-frame erase, which erases only thecurrently displayed image; all-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card; or
selected frame erase, which erases only the frames selected.

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x Notes• When you perform all-frame or selected frame erase on images recorded using RAW+JPEG,
both the RAW and JPEG images are erased. When using single-frame erase, you can selectwhether to erase the JPEG, RAW, or both RAW and JPEG images.g“RAW+JPEGERASE” (P. 109)
• Protected images cannot be erased. Cancel protected images, then erase them.
• You cannot restore images which have been erased. Be careful not to erase important data.
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Single-frame erase

1 Display the images you want to erase and press the D
button.
2 Use fg to select [YES], then press the i button.
D button

Erasing selected frames
During index display, you can select multiple images and erase them all at the same time.

1 Select the images you wish to erase on the index display, then press i.
• The selected images will be shown with v.
• To cancel your selection, press the i button again.

2 Press k to select the next images you want to protect, then press the i button.
3 After you have selected the images to erase, press the D button.
4 Use fg to select [YES], then press the i button.
All-frame erase

1 MENU[W][CARD SETUP]
2 Use fg to select [ALL ERASE], then press the i button.
3 Use fg to select [YES], then press the i button.
• All frames will be erased.

 TIPSTo erase immediately:

Playback functions

j If you have set “QUICK ERASE” (gP. 109) to [ON], pressing the D button will erase an image
immediately.
j You can set the initial position of the cursor to [YES]. g“PRIORITY SET” (P. 110)

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Setup Menu
Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions.
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Use fg to select [d], thenpress i.

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Use fg to select a function,then press i.

For details on using the menu lists, see “Setting on the menu” (gP. 24).
X (Date/time setting)gP. 15W (Changing the display language)
You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages fromENGLISH to another language.
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You can adjust the brightness and color temperature of themonitor. Color temperature adjustment will affect only the
LCD monitor display during playback.
Use hi to switch between j (color temperature) and k(brightness), and use fg to adjust the value between[+7] - [-7].

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REC VIEW
You can display the picture you have just taken on the monitor while it is being recorded tothe card, and to select how long the picture is displayed. This is useful for making a brief
check of the picture you have just taken. Pressing the shutter button halfway while checking
the picture lets you resume shooting immediately.
[1SEC]-[20SEC] Selects the number of seconds to display each picture. Can be set inunits of 1 second.
[OFF]
The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed.
[AUTOq]
Displays the image being recorded, and then switches to playback
mode. This is useful for erasing a picture after checking it.
cMENU DISPLAY

gP. 25FIRMWARE
Your productís firmware version will be displayed.
When you make inquiries about your camera or accessories or when you want to download
software, you will need to state which version of each of the products you are using.

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Resetting the camera settings
In P, A, S, or M mode, current camera settings (including any changes you have made)are retained when the power is turned off. To reset the camera to the factory default
settings, set [RESET]. You can register settings in advance to [RESET1] and [RESET2].
The camera settings at that time are registered in [RESET1] and [RESET2]. For details on
the registered functions, refer to “Functions that can be registered with My Mode andCustom Reset Setting” (gP. 141).
Registering [RESET1]/[RESET2]
Menu

MENU[W][CUSTOM RESET]

1 Select either [RESET1]/[RESET2] to register and press i.
• If settings have already been registered, [SET] is displayed next to [RESET1]/[RESET2].
Selecting [SET] again overwrites the registered setting.
• To cancel the registration, select [RESET].

2 Select [SET] and press the i button.
Using reset settings

This resets the camera to the factory default settings. You can also reset the camera to the[RESET1] or [RESET2] setting.
[RESET]
Resets to the factory default settings. For the default settings, see“Menu directory” (gP. 142).
[RESET1]/[RESET2] Resets to the registered settings.
Menu

MENU[W][CUSTOM RESET]

1 Select [RESET], [RESET1], or [RESET2] and press

i button.
8 2 theUse fg to select [YES], then press the iSetup functions

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Use the Custom Menu to customize the shooting functions. The Custom Menu has 9 tabs (Rto Z) that are divided according to the functions to be set.
In the default setting, the Custom Menu is not displayed. To customize the functions, set[cMENU DISPLAY] in the Setup Menu to [ON] to display the Custom Menu. (gP. 25)
AF/MF
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Use fg to select tab R toZ, then press i.

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Use fg to select a function,then press i.

For details on using the menu lists, see “Setting on the menu” (gP. 24).

R AF/MF
AF MODEgP. 56

AF AREA

gP. 58P SET UP
Selects the operations of dials or arrow pad when selecting the AF target.
[OFF]
Stops after moving to the AF target on the end.
[LOOP] After moving to the AF target on the end, moves to the AF target on the
opposite end of the same row or column. Selects all AF targets before moving
to the AF target on the opposite end, and [AF AREA] is set to B.
[SPIRAL] After moving to the AF target on the end, moves to the AF target on the
opposite end of the next row or column. Selects all AF targets before moving to
the AF target on the opposite end, and [AF AREA] is set to B.
e.g.) When moving from the top left AF target to the right[LOOP][SPIRAL]
Set to B.

Set to B.

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RESET LENS
When set to [ON], this resets the focus of the lens (infinity) each time the power is turned off.
BULB FOCUSING
You can set the camera to enable focus adjustments during bulb shooting with MF.
[ON]
During exposure, you can turn the focus ring and adjust the focus.
[OFF] The focus is locked during exposure.
FOCUS RING
You can customize how the lens adjusts to the focal
point by selecting the rotational direction of the focus
ring.

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MF ASSIST
When [AFMODE] is set to [S-AF+MF] or [MF], turn the focus ring for automatic zoom
display.

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DIAL FUNCTION
In P, A, S, or M mode, you can assign functions otherthan the default functions to the main dial and sub dial. You
can also switch the operations of the main dial and sub dial
for menu operations with the default operations.
P: [%]/[F]/[w]A: [FNo.]/[F]/[w]S: [SHUTTER]/[F]/[w]M: [SHUTTER]/[FNo.]
MENU : [F]/[G]DIAL P

Ps

BACK

SET

Sub dial

9 • In [MENU], [F] indicates dial operations corresponding
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DIAL MENU

to horizontal direction (hi) operations. [G]indicates dial operations corresponding to verticaldirection (fg) operations.

F

BACK

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DIAL DIRECTION
You can select the rotational direction of the dial and the direction in which the shutter speed/
aperture value will increase or decrease.
Settingq/l(rotational direction of the dial)r/m(rotational direction of the dial)

DIAL1• Slower shutter speed• Open the aperture (f-number isdecreased)• Faster shutter speed• Close the aperture (f-number isincreased)

DIAL2• Faster shutter speed• Close the aperture (f-number isincreased)• Slower shutter speed• Open the aperture (f-number isdecreased)

AEL/AFL
You can use the AEL/AFL button to perform AF or metering operations instead of using the
shutter button.
Select the function of the button to match the operation when the shutter button is pressed.
Select [mode1] to [mode4] in each focus mode. (You can only select [mode4] in C-AF
mode.)
AEL/AFL button function

Shutter button function
Mode

Half-press

Full press

When holding down AEL/AFL

Focus

Exposure

Focus

Exposure

Focus

Exposure

mode1

S-AF

Locked

k

mode2

S-AF

k

k

k

k

LockedLocked

k

mode3

k

Lockedk

Locked

k

S-AF

k

mode1

C-AF start

Lockedmode2

C-AF startk

Lockedkk

LockedLockedLocked

k

mode3

k

LockedLockedLockedk

C-AF start

mode4

k

k

k

LockedLockedC-AF start

k

mode1

k

Locked

k

mode2

k

k

k

k

k

LockedLockedk

Lockedmode3

kLocked

k

k

S-AF

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Basic operations[mode1]For determining the metered exposure while focusing. AE lock is activatedwhile pressing the AEL/AFL button, allowing you to adjust the focus anddetermine the exposure separately.
[mode2]For determining the exposure when you press the shutter button fully. This isuseful for shooting scenes with significant changes in lighting, such as on astage.
[mode3]For focusing with the AEL/AFL button instead of the shutter button.
[mode4]Press the AEL/AFL button to focus, and press the shutter button fully todetermine the exposure.

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AEL/AFL MEMO
You can lock and maintain the exposure by pressing the AEL/AFL button.
[ON]
Press the AEL/AFL button to lock and maintain the exposure. Press again tocancel the maintaining of the exposure.
[OFF] The exposure will be locked only while the AEL/AFL button is pressed.
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You can assign a function to the < button.
[Fn FACE DETECT]
Press the < button to set [g FACE DETECT] to [ON] and activate the optimal
settings. Press again to set it to [OFF].
g“Using the face detection function” (P. 39), “g FACE DETECT” (P. 104)
[PREVIEW] (electronic)
While holding down the < button, you can use the preview function.
g“Preview function” (P. 48)[V]
Press the < button to acquire the WB value.
g“Setting the one-touch white balance” (P. 69)[P HOME]
Press the < button to switch to the registered AF home position. Press the button
again to switch to the original AF target mode. If you turn off the camera while it is set
to the AF home position, the original position will not be stored.
g“Registering an AF target mode” (P. 59)[MF]
Press the < button to switch AF mode to [MF]. Press the button again to switch tothe original AF mode.
[RAW K]
Press the < button to switch from JPEG to JPEG+RAW or from JPEG+RAW to JPEG for
the record mode.
You can change the record mode by turning the sub dial while holding down the <button.
[TEST PICTURE]
Pressing the shutter button while pressing the < button enables you to check the
picture you have just taken on the monitor without having to record the picture to thecard. This is useful when you want to see how a picture turned out without saving it.
[MY MODE]
While holding down the < button, you can take pictures using the camera settingsregistered in the [MY MODE SETUP].
g“MY MODE SETUP” (P. 101)
[BACKLIT LCD]
Press the < button to turn the LCD monitor off. This function is useful when you areusing the optional optical viewfinder. Press the < button again to turn the LCD
monitor on.
[OFF]
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7 FUNCTION
Other functions can be assigned to the 7 button.
[AF MODE]g“AF mode selection” (P. 56)[METERING]
g“Changing the metering mode” (P. 49)[FLASH MODE]g“Flash shooting” (P. 73)[BACKLIT LCD]
g“; FUNCTION” (P. 100)
[IMAGE STABILIZER]
g“Image stabilizer” (P. 62)
MY MODE SETUP
You can store two frequently used settings as My Mode. You can select which My Modesetting to use in advance by following the steps under “Executing” below. To use My Mode,set [; FUNCTION] to [MY MODE] and hold down the < button while shooting. g“;
FUNCTION” (P. 100)
Registering
1) Select [MY MODE1] or [MY MODE2] and press i.
2) Select [SET] and press the i button.
• The current settings are registered in the camera. For details on the functions that canbe registered to My Mode, refer to “Functions that can be registered with My Mode andCustom Reset Setting” (gP. 141).
• To cancel the registration, select [RESET].
Executing1) Select [MY MODE1] or [MY MODE2] and press the i button.
2) Select [YES] and press the i button.
• The selected My Mode is set.
• When shooting, press the shutter button while holding down the < button.
BUTTON TIMER• Buttons that can be set with [BUTTON TIMER]
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The direct button may remain selected even after it is released.
[OFF]
Do not retain selection.
[3SEC]/[5SEC]/[8SEC]
The button remains selected during the number of seconds
indicated.
[HOLD]The button remains selected until you press it again.

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You can switch the functions of the AEL/AFL button and the < button. When you select[ON], the AEL/AFL button will function as the < button, and the < button will function as
the AEL/AFL button.
n FUNCTION
You can set the function of the arrow pad.
[OFF] To prevent malfunction, the functions assigned to the arrow pad will not be
activated when the button is pressed.
[ON]
The functions assigned to the arrow pad will be activated.
[P]
You can use the arrow pad to select the position of the AF target. Selection ispossible after the shutter button is pressed halfway and released.
g“Selecting the AF target mode and position” (P. 59)

T RELEASE/j
RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C
In this camera, the shutter does usually not work during AF. However, by applying this setting
you can work the shutter before AF is completed. If you want to release the shutter without
waiting until these operations have completed, use the setting below. You can set the releasepriority individually in AF mode.
RLS PRIORITY S
Sets release priority for S-AF mode (gP. 56).
RLS PRIORITY C
Sets release priority for C-AF mode (gP. 57).

U DISP/8/PC
HDMI
Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI mini-cable.
[1080i]Play back in 1080i format.
[720p]
Play back in 720p format.
[480p/576p] Play back in 480p/576p format (when [VIDEO OUT] is set to [PAL], playback in 576p format).

9 x Notes• When set to [1080i], 1080i format takes priority for HDMI output. However, if this setting does
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not match the input setting of the TV, the resolution is changed first to 720p and then to 480p.
For details on changing the input setting of the TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual.

VIDEO OUT
You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type.
You will need to set this when you want to connect the camera to a TV and play back images
in a foreign country. Make sure the correct video signal type is selected before connecting thevideo cable. If you use the wrong video signal type, recorded pictures will not play backproperly on your TV.

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TV video signal types in major countries and regions
Check the video signal type before connecting the camera to your TV.
NTSC

North America, Japan, Taiwan, Korea

PAL

European countries, China

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When set to [OFF], you can turn off the beep sound that is emitted when the focus locks bypressing the shutter button.
SLEEP
After a specified period of time elapses with no operations being performed, the camera
enters the sleep mode (stand-by) to save battery power. [SLEEP] lets you select sleep timer
from [1MIN], [3MIN], [5MIN], or [10MIN]. [OFF] cancels the sleep mode.
The camera activates again as soon as you touch any button (the shutter button, q button,etc.).
USB MODE
You can connect the camera directly to a computer or printer with the provided USB cable. If
you specify the device you are connecting to beforehand, you can skip the USB connection
setting procedure normally required every time you connect the cable to the camera. For
details on how to connect the camera to either device, refer to “Connecting the camera to a
printer” (gP. 115) and “Connecting the camera to a computer” (gP. 120).
[AUTO]The selection screen for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect
the cable to a computer or printer.
[STORAGE]
Allows you to transfer images to a computer. Also, select to use the OLYMPUS
Master software via PC connection.
[MTP]
Allows you to transfer images to a computer running Windows Vista without using the
OLYMPUS Master software.
[PRINT]Can be set when connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. You canprint out pictures with set number of prints, print paper and other settings.
g“Connecting the camera to a printer” (P. 115)

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LIVE VIEW BOOST
During live view shooting, you can brighten the monitor for easier confirmation on the subject.
[OFF]
The subject is displayed on the monitor with the brightness level that is adjusted
according to the exposure being set. You can shoot while confirming through themonitor in advance to get a picture that is to your liking.
[ON]
The camera automatically adjusts the brightness level and displays the subject on themonitor for easier confirmation. The effect of the exposure compensation adjustments
will not be reflected on the monitor.
g FACE DETECT
When set to [ON], the camera will detect people’s faces and automatically adjust the focus
there. g“Using the face detection function” (P. 39)
You can play back close-up images focusing on the subject’s face. g“Single-frame/Closeup playback” (P. 81)
INFO SETTING
Select the information displayed when the INFO button is pressed during live view or
playback.
[q INFO]
Sets whether to display or hide [IMAGE ONLY], [OVERALL], [u],[HIGHLIGHT&SHADOW] during playback.g“Information display” (P. 83)[LV-INFO]
Sets whether to display or hide [u], [ZOOM], [MULTI VIEW], [IMAGE
ONLY], [w], [x], or [y] during live view. g“Switching the information
display” (P. 41)
VOLUMEYou can adjust the speaker volume from 0 to 5.
m SETUP
Setting the playback method during slideshow playback.
[SLIDE INTERVAL]
Sets interval at which to switch images from 2-10 seconds.
[MOVIE INTERVAL]
When playing a movie, select [FULL] to play the entire move, or[SHORT] to play to a section part-way through.

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Detect titling horizontally and in the forward and backward direction when [LEVEL GAUGE]
is set to [ON]. Use this as a guide in situations where you cannot determine whether thecamera is level, such as when you cannot see the horizon or skyline on the screen or when
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Monitor indication:
Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the level
gauge. g“Switching the information display” (P. 41)
 TIPSTo calibrate the level gauge:

j g“LEVEL ADJUST” (P. 111)x Notes• If the camera is tilted forward or backward to alarge degree, the error of the horizontal titlingincreases.

Displayed when the display range is
exceeded.

MOVIE R
Set to [ON] to record sound when shooting movies.

V EXP/e/ISO
EV STEPYou can select the EV step for exposure parameter setting, such as shutter speed, aperture
value, or exposure compensation value, from [1/3EV], [1/2EV], or [1EV].
METERING

gP. 49AELMetering
You can set the metering mode when pressing the AEL/AFL button to lock the exposure.
• [AUTO] performs metering in the mode selected under [METERING].
ISO

gP. 53ISO STEP
You can select the EV step of the ISO sensitivity from [1/3EV] or [1EV].
ISO-AUTO SET

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You can set the upper limit and default ISO values when ISO is set to [AUTO].
[HIGH LIMIT]This sets the upper limit of the ISO value that automatically changes. The upper limit
can be set from 200 to 6400 in 1/3 EV increments.
[DEFAULT]This sets the value to be normally used when the optimum exposure can be obtained.
The value can be set from 200 to 6400 in 1/3 EV increments.

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ISO-AUTO
You can set the shooting mode in which the ISO [AUTO] setting is activated.
[P/A/S]
The [AUTO] setting is activated in all shooting modes except M mode. When
[AUTO] is selected in M mode, ISO 200 is set.
[ALL]
The [AUTO] setting is activated for all shooting modes. The ISO is automaticallyselected to obtain the optimal ISO even in M mode.
BULB TIMER
You can select the maximum time (in minutes) for bulb shooting.
ANTI-SHOCK
You can select the interval between fully pressing the shutter button and releasing the shutter
to be anywhere from 1/8 to 30 seconds.
This diminishes camera shake caused by vibrations. This feature is useful in situations suchas microscope photography and astrophotography.

x Notes• Anti-shock is added to the shooting functions individually (single-frame shooting, sequential
shooting and self-timer shooting). g“Sequential shooting” (P. 61)

BRACKETINGThe camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for eachframe.
[AE BKT] gP. 52[WB BKT] gP. 70[FL BKT] gP. 77[ISO BKT] gP. 54

W # CUSTOM
FLASH MODE

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gP. 75
gP. 77#X-SYNC.
You can set the shutter speed that will be used when the flash fires. The speed can be set
from 1/60 to 1/180 in 1/3 EV increments.
#SLOW LIMIT
You can set the slow limit of the shutter speed that will be used when the flash fires. The
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w+F
When set to [ON], it will be added to the exposure compensation value and flash intensity
control will be performed.

X K/COLOR/WB
NOISE REDUCT.
This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shootingnight scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. With [NOISE
REDUCT.], you can let the camera reduce noise automatically to produce clearer images.
When set to [AUTO], noise reduction will be activated only when the shutter speed is slow.
When set to [ON], noise reduction will always be activated.

When set to [OFF]When set to[ON] or [AUTO]• While noise reduction is activated, it takes about twice the usual time to take a picture.
• The noise-reduction process is activated after shooting.
• During processing the card access lamp blinks. You cannot take more pictures until the
card access lamp turns off.

x Notes• During sequential shooting, [NOISE REDUCT.] is [OFF] automatically.
• This function may not work effectively with some shooting conditions or subjects.

NOISE FILTER
You can select the noise processing level. Use [STANDARD] for general use. [HIGH] isrecommended during high sensitivity shooting.
WB

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ALL >You can apply the same compensation value to all the white balance modes at once.
[ALL SET]The same compensation value applies to all WB modes.
[ALL RESET]
The WB compensation value settings applied to each WB mode are all
cleared at once.
If you select [ALL SET]
1) Use hi to select the color direction.
Toward A: Amber-Blue/Toward G: Green-Magenta
2) Use fg to set the compensation value. g“WB compensation” (P. 68)
Releasing the AEL/AFL button takes a sample image. You can check the white balance
you have adjusted.
If you select [ALL RESET]
1) Use fg to select [YES].
COLOR SPACE
You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer. The first character inimage file names indicates the current color space.
g“FILE NAME” (P. 109)
[sRGB]
Pmdd0000.jpg[Adobe RGB]
P : sRGB_ : Adobe RGB

Standardized color space for Windows.
Color space that can be set with Adobe
Photoshop.

SHADING COMP.
In some cases, the edges of the image may be shadowed due to the properties of the lens.
The shading compensation function compensates by increasing brightness at the dark edgeof the image. This function is especially useful when a wide-angle lens is used.

x Notes• This function is not available when a teleconverter or an extension tube is attached to thecamera.
• At higher ISO settings, noise in image edges may be conspicuous.

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You can combine 3 image sizes and 4 compression rates
and register 4 combinations. Select the registered settingwith [K].
g“Selecting the record mode” (P. 64)

Register 4 different combinationsof image settings.

DSET
1

Set the numberof pixels.

2

3

4

Y SF X F

W N

W SF

PIXEL COUNT
BACK

Yarge
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PIXEL COUNT
You can set the pixel size for the image size [X] and [W].
[Xiddle]Select [3200 × 2400], [2560 × 1920], or [1600 × 1200].
[Wmall]Select [1280 × 960], [1024 × 768], or [640 × 480].

Y RECORD/ERASEQUICK ERASEYou can erase the picture you have just taken immediately using the D button.
[OFF] When the D button is pressed, the confirmation screen appears, asking you if
you want to erase the picture.
[ON]
Pressing the D button erases the picture immediately.
RAW+JPEG ERASEYou can select the method to erase images recorded in RAW+JPEG. This function can only
be used to erase one frame.
[JPEG]
Erases all JPEG image files, leaving only the RAW image files.
[RAW]
Erases all RAW image files, leaving only the JPEG image files.
[RAW+JPEG]
Erases both image file types.

x Notes• This function is effective only if deleting one frame. For all-frame erase or erasing selected
frames, both RAW and JPEG will be erased regardless of this setting.

FILE NAME
When you take a picture, the camera assigns it a unique file name and saves it in a folder.
File names are assigned as shown in the illustration below.

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Even when a new card is inserted, the folder numbers are retained from the previouscard. If the new card contains an image file whose file number coincides with one
saved on the previous card, the new card’s file numbers start at the number following
the highest number on the previous card.
[RESET]
When you insert a new card, the folder numbers starts at 100 and the file name starts
at 0001. If a card containing images is inserted, the file numbers start at the number
following the highest file number on the card.
EDIT FILENAME
You can rename image files to make them easier to identify and organize.
The portion of the filename that can be changed depends on the color space. g“COLORSPACE” (P. 108)sRGB : Pmdd0000.jpg

AdobeRGB : _mdd0000.jpg

You can change the character to OFF, A - Z or 0 - 9.

PRIORITY SET
You can customize the initial position of the cursor ([YES] or [NO]) on the Erasing images or
Formatting the card screen.
dpi SETTING
You can set the resolution for printing images in advance. The set value is recorded on thecard with the images.
[AUTO]
Automatically set according to the image size.
[CUSTOM] You can make the desired setting. Press i to display the setting screen.

Z K UTILITYPIXEL MAPPING

gP. 129

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You can adjust the default value for optimal exposure for each metering mode according to
your preference. This can be set in 1/6 EV increments ranging from -1.0 EV to +1.0 EV.

x Notes• The exposure compensation can be set from -3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Setting [EXPOSURE
SHIFT] reduces the range of the direction in which the default value is adjusted.
• You cannot check the exposure shift value during shooting. To make normal adjustments tothe exposure, perform exposure compensation. g“Exposure compensation” (P. 50)

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f WARNING LEVELYou can change the timing when f is displayed (lights up). Normally, there is no need tochange this.
g“LCD monitor (Live view)” (P. 8)

x Notes• The battery check display is not a warning that the battery needs to be charged. When fblinks, charge the battery.

LEVEL ADJUST
You can calibrate the level gauge.
[RESET]
Resets to the factory default adjustment value.
[ADJUST] Sets the current camera position as the zero point.

x Notes• Set [ADJUST] only when the camera is secured in a horizontal position. If the camera is notin a stable position, you may not be able to calibrate the level gauge as desired.

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Print reservation (DPOF)
Print reservation
Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/timeinformation) with the pictures stored on the card.
Pictures set with print reservation can be printed using the following methods.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images toprint and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed
by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format.
Printing using a DPOF-compatible photo lab
You can print the pictures using the print reservation data.
Printing using a DPOF-compatible printerPictures can be printed directly from a dedicated printer without using a PC. For moredetails, refer to the printer’s manual. A PC card adapter may also be necessary.

x Notes• DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes
using the original device. Moreover, setting new DPOF reservations using this camera will
erase the previous reservations set by another device.
• Not all functions may be available on all printers or at all photo labs.
• Print reservation is not available for RAW data.
• Print reservation is not available for movie images.

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Single-frame reservation
Follow the operation guide to set print reservation for a picture.

1 MENU[q][<]• Selection is also possible during playback by pressing
the i button.

ON
EDIT
RESET PROTECTOperation guide2 Select [<] and press the i button.

BACK

SET

PRINT ORDER SETTING

BACK

SET

3 Press hi to select the frame that you want to set as

x 2

print reservation, then press fg to set the
number of prints.

• To set print reservation for several pictures, repeat thisstep.

4 Press the i button when you have finished.

100-0009
15• The menu screen for single-frame reservation appears.

BACK

SET

5 Select the date and time format and press the ibutton.
[NO]

The pictures are printed without the date andtime.
[DATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date.
[TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time.

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NO
DATE
TIME
BACK

6 Select [SET] and press the i button.

SET

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All-frame reservation
Applies print reservation to all the pictures stored in the card. The number of prints is fixed at 1.

1 MENU[q][<]2 Select [U] and press the i button.
3 Select the date and time format and press the i button.
[NO]
The pictures are printed without the date and time.
[DATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date.
[TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time.

4 Select [SET] and press the i button.
Resetting the print reservation data

You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures.

1 MENU[q][<]Resetting the print reservation data for all pictures

2 Select [<] or [U] and press the i button.
3 Select [RESET] and press the i button.

PRINT ORDER SETTINGPRINT ORDERED
RESET
KEEP
BACK

SET

Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture

Printing

2 Select [<] and press the i button.
3 Select [KEEP] and press the i button.
4 Use hi to select the frame with print reservation data you want to reset, thenpress g to set the number of prints to 0.
5 Press the i button when you have finished.
6 Select the date and time format and press the i button.

This setting is applied to all frames with print reservation data.
10 7 •Select[SET] and press the i button.

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Direct printing (PictBridge)
By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you canprint out recorded pictures directly. To find out if your printer is compatible with PictBridge,
refer to the printer’s manual.
PictBridge
The standard that enables digital cameras and printers made by different manufacturers to
be connected, and also allows pictures to be printed directly from the camera.
STANDARD
All printers that support PictBridge have standard print settings. By selecting[< STANDARD] on the settings screens (gP. 117), you can print pictures according tothese settings. For details on your printer’s standard settings, refer to the printer’s manual orcontact the printer manufacturer.
• The available print modes and settings such as paper size vary with the type of printer.
For details, refer to the printer’s manual.
• For details on printing paper types, ink cassettes, etc., refer to the printer’s manual.

x Notes• Use a fully charged battery for printing.
• Images recorded in RAW data cannot be printed.
• You cannot print movie images.
• The camera will not enter sleep mode while it is connected to the USB cable.

Connecting the camera to a printerUse the provided USB cable to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

1 Turn the printer on and connect the camera’s multi-connector to the printer’s USB
port with the USB cable.
• For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer’s
manual.

Printing

Multi-connector

Smaller terminal
USB cable

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2 Turn on the camera.
• The selection screen for the USB connection is displayed.

3 Use fg to select [PRINT].
• [ONE MOMENT] is displayed and the camera andprinter are connected.
Go to “Custom printing” (gP. 116).

x Notes• If the screen is not displayed after a few minutes,
disconnect the USB Cable and start again from Step 1.

USB
STORAGE
MTP
PRINT
EXIT
SET

Easy printing

1 Use hi to display the pictures you want to print on the camera.
• Display the image you want to print on the camera andconnect the camera with a printer using a USB cable.
The screen on the right appears shortly.

2 Press i.

• The picture selection screen appears when printing iscompleted. To print another picture, use hi to selectthe image and press the i button.
• To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while thepicture selection screen is displayed.

EASY PRINT START
PC / CUSTOM PRINT

Custom printing

1 Follow the operation guide to set a print option.
Selecting the print mode

Printing

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PRINT MODE SELECT
Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print
PRINT
modes are as shown below.
[PRINT]
Prints selected pictures.
ALL PRINT[ALL PRINT]
Prints all the pictures stored in the
MULTI PRINT
card and makes one print for each
ALL INDEX
picture.
PRINT ORDER[MULTI PRINT]
Prints multiple copies of one image inseparate frames on a single sheet.
EXIT
SET[ALL INDEX]
Prints an index of all the pictures
Follow the operation guidestored in the card.
displayed here.
[PRINT ORDER] Prints according to the print
reservation you made. If there is no
picture with print reservation, this is not available. (gP. 113)

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Setting the print paper items
This setting varies with the type of printer. If only the printer’s STANDARD setting is available,
you cannot change the setting.
[SIZE]
Sets the paper size that the printer
PRINTPAPER
supports.
[BORDERLESS] Selects whether the picture is printed
SIZE
BORDERLESS
on the entire page or inside a blankframe.

STANDARDBACK[PICS/SHEET]

Selects the number of pictures per
sheet. Displayed when you haveselected [MULTI PRINT].

STANDARD

SET
PRINTPAPER

SIZE

PICS/SHEETSTANDARD

16

BACK

SET

Selecting pictures you want to print

Printing

Select pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame
reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away.
[PRINT] (f)Prints the currently displayed
picture. If there is a picture that
[SINGLE PRINT] reservation
has already been applied to,
only that reserved picture will
be printed.
123-3456[SINGLE PRINT] (t)Applies print reservation to the15
currently displayed picture. If
PRINT
SELECTyou want to apply reservation to
SINGLEPRINT
MORE
other pictures after applying[SINGLE PRINT], use hi toselect them.
[MORE] (u)Sets the number of prints and other items for the currently displayed
picture, and whether or not to print it.
For operation, refer to “Setting printing data” (gP. 118) in the next
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Setting printing data
Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture whenprinting. When the print mode is set to [ALL PRINT] and [OPTION SET] is selected, thefollowing screen appears.
[<×]
Sets the number of prints.
PRINT INFO[DATE]
Prints the date and time recorded on the
picture.
1[FILE NAME] Prints the file name recorded on the
WITHOUT
DATE
picture.
WITHOUT
FILE NAME[P]
Trims the picture for printing. Set thetrimming size with the main dial and thetrimming position with the arrow pad.

2 Once you have set the pictures for printing andprinting data, select [PRINT], then press the ibutton.
[PRINT][CANCEL]

Transfers images you print to the printer.
Resets the settings. All print reservation
data will be lost. If you want to keep theprint reservation data and make othersettings, press the MENU button. This
returns you to the previous setting.

• To stop and cancel printing, press the i button.
[CONTINUE][CANCEL]BACK

Continues printing.
Cancels printing. All print reservation data
will be lost.

SET

PRINT

PRINT
CANCEL

BACK

SET

PRINT

CONTINUECANCEL

SET

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11 Using the OLYMPUS Master software
Flowchart
Just connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable and you can easily transfer
images stored on the card to the computer with the provided OLYMPUS Master software.
Things to prepare• OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM• USB cable• Computer that fulfills the operating
environment(For the required operating environment,
refer to the OLYMPUS Master installation
guide.)

Installing OLYMPUS Master(Refer to the installation guide included with the OLYMPUS Master)Connecting the camera with your computer using the provided USB cable(gP. 120)

Starting OLYMPUS Master(gP. 121)

Saving pictures to your computer(gP. 121)

Disconnecting the camera from your computer(gP. 122)

What is OLYMPUS Master?
OLYMPUS Master is an image management program with viewing and editing features for
pictures taken with your digital camera. Once installed on your computer, you can takeadvantage of the following.
z Transferring images from the camera or
removable media to your computerz Viewing images
You can also enjoy slideshows and soundplayback.
z Grouping and organizing images
You can organize images into albums orfolders. Transferred images are automaticallyorganized by shooting date, allowing you toquickly find the particular images you want.

z Correcting images using filter andcorrection functionsz Editing images
You can rotate, trim or change the image size.
z A variety of printing formats
You can easily make prints of your pictures.
z Updating the camera firmwarez Developing RAW images

Using the OLYMPUS Master software

Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software

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For information about OLYMPUS Master’s other features, as well as for details on how to use thesoftware, refer to “Help” in OLYMPUS Master software.

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Connecting the camera to a computer
Connect the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable.

1 Use the provided USB cable to connect the computer’s USB port to the camera’s
multi-connector.
• The location of the USB port varies with the computer. For details, refer to your computer’s
manual.

Smaller terminal
Multi-connector

USB cable

Look for this mark.

USB port

2 Turn on the camera.
• The selection screen for the USB connection isdisplayed.

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3 Press fg to select [STORAGE]. Press the ibutton.
4 The computer recognizes the camera as a new
device.

USB
STORAGE
MTP
PRINT
EXIT

Windows

SET• When you connect the camera to the computer for the
first time, the computer automatically recognizes the camera. Click “OK” when the message
saying that the installation is completed appears.
The computer recognizes the camera as a “Removable Disk”.

Macintosh• iPhoto is the default image management application for Mac OS. When you connect your
Olympus digital camera for the first time, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close iPhoto andstart OLYMPUS Master.

x Notes• When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.

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Start up the OLYMPUS Master software
Windows

1 Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master 2” iconon the desktop.

Macintosh

1 Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master 2” iconin the “OLYMPUS Master 2”

folder.
• The browse window is displayed.
• When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the OLYMPUS
Master initial setting screen and user registration screen are displayed before the browse
window. Follow the on-screen instructions.

To exit OLYMPUS Master1 Click “Exit”

on any window.

• OLYMPUS Master is exited.

Displaying camera images on a computer
Downloading and saving images

1 Click “Transfer Images”

on the browse
window, and then click “From Camera”.

2 Select “New Album” and enter an album name.
3 Select the image files and click “Transfer Images”.
• A window indicating that the download is complete isdisplayed.

4 Click “Browse images now”.
• The downloaded images are displayed in the browse window.

Using the OLYMPUS Master software• The window for selecting the pictures you want totransfer from the camera is displayed. All the images in
the camera are displayed.

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Disconnecting the camera from your computer

1 Make sure that the card access lamp has
stopped blinking.

Card access lamp

2 Prepare to remove the USB cable.
Windows
1) In the system tray, click the “Unplug or Eject
Hardware” icon.
2) Click on the pop-up message.
3) Click “OK” on the “Safe to Remove Hardware”
window.

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Macintosh
1) The trash icon changes to the eject icon when the“Untitled” or “NO_NAME” icon on the desktop is
dragged. Drag and drop it on the eject icon.

3 Unplug the USB cable from the camera.
x Notes• For Windows users:
When you click “Unplug or Eject Hardware”, a warning message may be displayed. In suchcase, make sure that no image data is being downloaded from the camera, and that there are
no applications open that were accessing the camera image files. Close any suchapplications and click “Unplug or Eject Hardware” again and then remove the cable.

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Viewing still images

1 Click the “Album” tab on the browse window andselect the album that you want to view.

Thumbnail• The selected album image is displayed in the thumbnail
area.

2 Double-click the still picture thumbnail that you
want to view.

• OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit window
and the picture is enlarged.
• Click “Back”
to return to the browse window.

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. This can be doneeven without using OLYMPUS Master. The following operating systems are compatible with
the USB connection:
Windows : 2000 Professional/XP Home Edition/XP Professional/Vista
Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or laterx Notes• If your computer is running Windows Vista, select [MTP] in Step 3 on page 120 to use
Windows Photo Gallery.
• Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer isequipped with a USB port.
• Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc.
• Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers

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Transferring images to your computer without using
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12 Shooting tips and maintenance
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
• Battery performance declines in low temperatures, and the charge may not be sufficient to turn on
the camera. Remove the battery and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a while.

No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed
The camera has turned off automatically• To save battery power, if there is no operation, the camera goes into sleep mode after a fixed
period of time and the camera stops operating. The camera activates again when you touch the
shutter button or any other button. g“SLEEP” (P. 103)
After a further fixed period of time has elapsed, the camera power turns off.

The flash is charging• On the LCD monitor, the # mark blinks when charging is in progress. Wait for the blinking to stop,then press the shutter button.

Unable to focus• When the AF confirmation mark on the LCD monitor is blinking, it indicates that the camera isunable to focus using AF. Press the shutter button again.

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. 107)

The date and time has not been set
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The camera is used with the settings at the time of purchase• The date and time of the camera is not set when purchased. Set the date and time before using
the camera. g“Setting the date/time” (P. 15)

The battery has been removed from the camera• The date and time settings will be returned to the factory default settings if the camera is left
without the battery for approximately 1 day. The settings will be cancelled more quickly if thebattery was only loaded in the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking
important pictures, check that the date and time settings are correct.

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Subjects that are difficult to focus on
It may be difficult to focus with auto focus in the following situations.
AF confirmation mark is
blinking.
These subjects are notfocused.
Subject with low contrast Excessively bright light in Subject with repeatedcenter of frame
patterns
AF confirmation marklights up but the subject
is not focused.

Subjects at different
distances

Fast-moving subject

Subject not inside AF area

In any situation, focus on something with high contrast that is at the same distance as the
subject, determine the composition and shoot the picture. g“Focus lock k If correct focus
cannot be obtained” (P. 60)
Image taken appears whitish
This may occur when the picture is taken in backlight or semi-backlight conditions. This isdue to a phenomenon called flare or ghosting. As far as possible, consider a composition
where strong light source is not taken in the picture. Flare may occur even when a lightsource is not present in the picture. Use a lens hood to shade the lens from the light source.
If a lens hood does not have effect, use your hand to shade the lens from the light.
g“Interchangeable lenses” (P. 132)
Unknown bright dot(s) appear on the subject in the picture taken

Functions that cannot be selected from menus
Some items may not be selectable from the menus when using the arrow pad.
• Items that cannot be set with the current shooting mode
• Items that cannot be set because of an item that has already been set:
Combination of [j] and [NOISE REDUCT.], etc.

Camera vibration when the power is turned off
This is due to the camera initializing the image stabilizer mechanism. Without thisinitialization, the image stabilizer may not be able to achieve the proper effect.
Set functions are restored to their factory default settings
When you rotate the mode dial or turn off the power in a shooting mode other than P, A, S, or
M, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.

Shooting tips and maintenanceThis may be due to stuck pixel (s) on the image pickup device. Perform [PIXEL MAPPING]. If
the problem persists, repeat pixel mapping a few times. g“Pixel mapping k Checking theimage processing functions” (P. 129)

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Error codes
Monitorindication

Possible cause
The card is not inserted, or it
cannot be recognized.

Corrective action
Insert a card or insert a different card.

NO CARDCARD ERROR

There is a problem with the card. Insert the card again. If the problem
persists, format the card. If the cardcannot be formatted, it cannot be used.
Writing to the card is prohibited.

The card write-protect switch is set to the[LOCK] side. Release the switch.
gP. 130

The card is full. No morepictures can be taken or no
more information such as print
reservation can be recorded.

Replace the card or erase unwanted
pictures.
Before erasing, download important
images to a PC.

There is no space in the cardand print reservation or newimages cannot be recorded.

Replace the card or erase unwanted
pictures.
Before erasing, download important
images to a PC.

Card cannot be read. Card may
not have been formatted.

• Select [CLEAN CARD], press the ibutton and turn off the camera. Remove
the card and wipe dry the metallic
surface with a soft, dry cloth.
• Select [FORMAT][YES], and thenpress the i button to format the card.
Formatting the card erases all data on
the card.

There are no pictures on thecard.

The card contains no pictures.
Record pictures and play back.

WRITE PROTECTCARD FULLCARD FULLCARD SETUP
Clean the contact area ofthe card with a dry cloth.
CLEAN CARD
FORMAT
SET

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NO PICTURE
The selected picture cannot be
displayed for playback due to a
problem with this picture. Or the
PICTURE ERROR picture cannot be used forplayback on this camera.

THE IMAGECANNOT BE
EDITED

Pictures taken with anothercamera cannot be edited on thiscamera.

Use image processing software to view
the picture on a PC.
If that cannot be done, the image file isdamaged.
Use image processing software to edit the
picture.

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Monitorindicationm

Possible cause

Corrective action

The internal temperature of thecamera has risen due tosequential shooting.

Turn off the camera and wait for theinternal temperature to cool.

The battery is drained.

Charge the battery.

Internal camera
temperature is toohigh.
Please wait forcooling before
camera use.

Wait a moment for the camera to turn off
automatically. Allow the internal
temperature of the camera to cool before
resuming operations.

BATTERYEMPTY
The camera is not connected to Disconnect the camera and connect it
the computer or printer correctly. again correctly.
NO CONNECTION
There is no paper in the printer.

Load some paper in the printer.

The printer has run out of ink.

Replace the ink cartridge in the printer.

The paper is jammed.

Remove the jammed paper.

The printer’s paper cassette has
been removed or the printer has
been manipulated while making
settings on the camera.

Do not manipulate the printer while
making settings on the camera.

There is a problem with theprinter and/or camera.

Turn off camera and printer. Check theprinter and remedy any problems before
turning the power on again.

Pictures recorded on othercameras may not be printed on
this camera.

Use a personal computer to print.

NO PAPERNO INKSETTINGSCHANGED

PRINT ERRORCANNOT PRINT

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Camera maintenance
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 andwring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have usedthe camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and well wrung.

LCD monitor:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Lens:• Blow dust off the lens with a commercially available blower. For the lens, wipe gently with a lenscleaning paper.

Storage• When not using the camera for a prolonged period, remove the battery and card. Store thecamera in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated.
• Insert the battery periodically and test the camera’s functions.
Cleaning and checking the image pickup device
This camera incorporates a dust reduction function to keep dust from getting on the image
pickup device and to remove any dust or dirt from the image pickup device surface withultrasonic vibrations.The dust reduction function operates when the camera is turned on. The
dust reduction function operates at the same time as the pixel mapping, which checks theimage pickup device and image processing circuitry. Since dust reduction is activated every
time the camera’s power is turned on, the camera should be held upright for the dust
reduction function to be effective. The SSWF indicator blinks while dust reduction is working.
g“Dust reduction function operation” (P. 14)x Notes
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• Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or a chemically treated cloth.
• Avoid storing the camera in places where chemicals are treated, in order to protect thecamera from corrosion.
• Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.
• Check each part of the camera before use if it has not been used for a long time. Before
taking important pictures, be sure to take a test shot and check that the camera works
properly.

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

1 MENU[c][Z][PIXEL MAPPING]
2 Press i, then press the i button.
• The [BUSY] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress. When pixel mapping isfinished, the menu is restored.

x Notes• If you accidentally turn the camera off during pixel mapping, start again from Step 1.

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13 Information
Card basics
Usable cards“Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. The only cards usable with this camera
are SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards (sold separately) which conform to the SD
standard. 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” side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or
format. Return the switch to enable writing.

LOCK

x Notes• The data in the card will not be erased completely even after formatting
the card or deleting the data. When discarding, destroy the card toprevent leakage of personal information.

Formatting the card
Cards formatted on a computer or other camera must be formatted with the camera before
they can be used.
All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted.
When formatting a used card, confirm there are no images that you still want to keep on the card.

1 MENU[W][CARD SETUP]
2 Use fg to select [FORMAT]. Press the i3

CARD SETUP

button.
Use fg to select [YES]. Press the i button.

ALL ERASE• Formatting is performed.

FORMAT

BACK

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Battery and charger
z Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery (BLS-1).
Other batteries cannot be used.
z The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions.
z As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained
quickly.
• Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode.
• Displaying images on the LCD monitor for a prolonged period.
• When connected to a computer or printer.
z When using a drained battery, the camera may turn off without the low battery warning
being displayed.
z The battery will not be fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery using theprovided charger (BCS-1) before use.
z The normal charging time using the provided charger is approximately 3 hours 30 minutes(estimated).
z Do not use chargers other than the one designated.

x Notes• There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type. Dispose of
the used battery following the instructions.“Battery Handling Precautions” (gP. 151)

Using your charger abroadz The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100V to
240 V AC (50/60 Hz) around the world. However, depending on the country or area you
are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differently and the charger may require a plug
adapter to match the wall outlet. For details, ask at your local electrical shop or travel
agent.
z Do not use commercially available travel adaptors as the charger may malfunction.

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Interchangeable lenses
Select the lens that you want to shoot with.
Use a specified lens (Micro Four Thirds mount). To use the “Four Thirds System Lens”, an
adapter (sold separately) is required. An adapter to allow use of an OM system lens is alsoavailable (sold separately).

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses
This is an interchangeable lens specifically for use with the “Micro Four Thirds system” which
is a smaller, thinner version of the “Four Thirds system”.
Focal length and depth of field of Micro Four Thirds system lenses
When compared to 35-mm cameras, Micro Four Thirds system cameras achieve different
effects at the same focal length and aperture.
Focal length
At the same focal length of a 35-mm camera, a Four Thirds system camera can achieve a
focal length equivalent to twice that of a 35-mm camera. This enables the design of compact
telephoto lenses. For instance, a Micro Four Thirds system lens 14-42 mm is equivalent to a28-84 mm lens for a 35-mm camera.
• When the image angle of a Micro Four Thirds system lens is converted to that of a 35-mm
camera, the perspective is the same as that of a 35-mm camera.
Depth of Field
A Micro Four Thirds system camera can achieve a depth of field equivalent to two times
deeper than that of a 35-mm camera. A Micro Four Thirds system lens with f2.8 brightness,for example, is equivalent to f5.6 when converted to the aperture of a 35-mm camera.
• You can achieve the same amount of background blur as if you were using a 35-mm
camera.

x Notes• When you attach or remove the body cap and lens from the camera, keep the lens mount on
the camera pointed downward. This helps prevent dust and other foreign matter from getting
inside the camera.
• Do not remove the body cap or attach the lens in dusty places.
• Do not point the lens attached to the camera toward the sun. This may cause the camera tomalfunction or even ignite due to the magnifying effect of sunlight focusing through the lens.
• Be careful not to lose the body cap and rear cap.
• Attach the body cap to the camera to prevent dust from getting inside when no lens is
attached.

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M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications
 Names of parts
1 Filter mount thread
2 Zoom ring
3 Focus ring
4 Mount index
5 Electrical contacts
6 Front cap
7 Rear cap Lens and camera combinations
Lens

CameraMicro Four Thirds
system lensFour Thirds systemlens

Micro Four Thirds
system camera

OM System lenses
Micro Four Thirds
system lensFour Thirds System
CameraAttachment

AF

Metering

Yes

Yes

Yes

Attachment
possible withmount adapter

Yes*1

Yes

No

Yes*2

No

No

No

*1 [C-AF] of [AF MODE] cannot be used.
*2 Accurate metering not possible.
Micro Four Thirds system lenses and Micro Four Thirds system cameras havethe mark shown to the right .

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 Main Specifications
Items

14-42 mm

Mount

17 mm
Micro Four Thirds mount

Focal length14-42 mmMax. aperture

f3.5 - 5.6

17 mm
f2.8

Image angle

75.4°-28.9°

64.9°

8 groups, 9 lenses

4 groups, 6 lenses

Lens configuration
Multilayer film coating (partially single layered)
Iris control
Shooting range

f3.5 - 22

f2.8 - 22

0.25 m - )0.2 m - )Focus adjustment

AF/MF switching

Weight (excluding hoodand cap)

150 g

71 g

Dimensions(Max. diameter × overall
length)l62 × 43.5 mm

l57 × 22 mm

40.5 mm

37 mm

Filter mount thread
diameter• It is recommended to extend the retractable lens before turning the power on. Also, do not
retract the lens while the power is on.
 Storage Precautions• Clean the lens after use. Remove dust and dirt on the surface of the lens with a blower
brush or brush. Use commercially available lens cleaning paper to remove the dirt on thelens. Do not use organic solvents.
• Always cap the lens and store it when it is not used.
• Do not store in an area with insect repellent.

x Notes on Shooting• Edges of pictures may be cut off if more than one filter is used or if a thick filter is used.

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Using optical viewfinder (sold separately)
If you use the optical viewfinder (sold separately: VF-1), you can view the shooting screen in
the finder. This is convenient when you are in a bright location, such as under direct sunlight,
where it is difficult to view the monitor (Kits including the VF-1 are available).

1 Slide off the hot shoe cover.
• Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to avoid losing it.

2 Align the optical viewfinder with the hot shoe on
the camera body, and slide it in until it stops.
• Insert the optical viewfinder by pushing on a lower partof it.

3 Turn on the camera, and select [BACKLIT LCD] “;
FUNCTION” (P. 100) or “7 FUNCTION” (P. 101)
• Each time you press the Fn button or q button, the LCD
monitor turns on or off.

x Notes on looking after the viewfinder• View frame is equivalent to 17mm.Use the display frame in the viewfinder as a guide for theshooting range. Check the correct shooting range on the LCD monitor.
• You cannot use an external flash and the optical viewfinder at the same time.
• When carrying the camera, do not hold it by the optical viewfinder. The camera may separate
from the optical viewfinder and drop.
• Do not leave the finder or the camera with the find attached in a location subject to direct
sunlight.

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Program line diagram (P mode)
In the P mode, the camera is programmed such that the aperture value and shutter speed
are automatically selected according to the subject’s brightness as shown below. The
program line diagram varies with the type of lens mounted.
When using the(14- 42 mm F3.5 - 5.6)
zoom lens(focal length: 14 mm)
Aperture value

Program shift

Shutter speed

Flash synchronization and shutter speed
Shooting
mode
P
A
S

Flash timing

Upper limit ofsynchronization
timing*1

1/ (lens focal length × 2) or synchronization
timing, whichever is slower

1/60
1/180

The set shutter speed

M*1 Can be changed using menu:1/60-1/180 g“#X-SYNC.” (P. 106)
*2 Can be changed using menu:1/30-1/180 g“#SLOW LIMIT” (P. 106)

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Exposure warning display
If the optimum exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, thedisplay will blink on the LCD monitor.
Shooting
mode

Warning display
example (blinking)StatusActionThe subject is too dark.

• Increase the ISO sensitivity.
• Use the flash.

The subject is too bright.

• Decrease the ISO sensitivity.
• Use a commercially available ND
filter (for adjusting the amount oflight).

The subject isunderexposured.

• Decrease the aperture value.
• Increase the ISO sensitivity.

The subject isoverexposured.

• Increase the aperture value.
• Decrease the ISO sensitivity or
use a commercially available ND
filter (for adjusting the amount oflight).

The subject isunderexposured.

• Set the shutter speed slower.
• Increase the ISO sensitivity.

The subject isoverexposured.

• Set the shutter speed faster.
• Decrease the ISO sensitivity or
use a commercially available ND
filter (for adjusting the amount oflight).

60" F2.8
P4000" F22

30" F5.6
A4000 F5.6

4000" F2.8
S

4000" F22

* The aperture value at the moment when its indication blinks varies with the lens type andfocal length of the lens.

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Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode
Shooting
Mode

P
A

Super
control panel

Flash
Mode

#
AUTO

Auto flash!

Auto flash(red-eyereduction)#

Fill-in flash$

Flash off

!

SLOW

#

SLOW
#

SLOW2

S
M

Slow
synchronization(red-eyereduction)FlashtimingConditions forfiring the flash

Shutter speed
limit

1st
curtainFires
automatically indark/backlit*1
conditions

1/30 sec. 1/180 sec.

Alwaysfires
k

1st
curtainSlow
synchronization(1st curtain)Slowsynchronization(2nd curtain)

k

k

Fires
automatically indark/backlit*1
conditions

60 sec. 1/180 sec.

2nd
curtain#

Fill-in flash

H

Fill-in flash(red-eyereduction)

1stcurtain

Always fires

60 sec. 1/180 sec.

$

Flash offkkk

2nd CURTAIN

Fill-in flash/Slow
synchronization(2nd curtain)

2nd
curtain

Alwaysfires

60 sec. 1/180 sec.

*1 When the flash is set to the Super FP mode, it detects backlight with longer duration thanfor normal flash before emitting light. g“Super FP flash” (P. 74)• AUTO, $ can be set in A mode.

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White balance color temperature
The higher the color temperature, the richer
the light in bluish tones and the poorer in
reddish; the lower the color temperature, thericher the light in reddish tones and thepoorer in bluish. The spectral balance ofdifferent white light sources is rated
numerically by color temperature - conceptof physics expressed using the Kelvin (K)temperature scale. The color of sunlight andother natural light sources and the color of a • The color temperatures for each light source
light bulb and other artificial light sourcesindicated in the above scale are approximate.
can be expressed in terms of color
temperature.
It follows, then, that the color temperatures of fluorescent lights make them unsuitable asartificial light sources. There are gaps in the hues from the color temperatures of fluorescentlight. If these differences in hue are small, they can be calculated with color temperature andthis is called correlated color temperature.
This camera is preset with correlated color temperatures of 4,000k, 4,500K and 6,600k.
Strictly speaking, these are not color temperatures. Use these settings for shooting
conditions under fluorescent lights.

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Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures
The file size in the table is approximate for files with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
Recordmode

Number of pixels(PIXEL COUNT)

RAW
YSF
YF
YN
YB
XSF
XF
XN
XB
XSF
XF
XN
XB
XSF
XF
XN
XB
WSF
WF
WN
WB
WSF
WF
WN
WB
WSF
WF
WN
WB

x Notes

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4032 × 3024

Compression

Loss-lesscompression
1/2.7
1/4

File format

ORF

1/8
1/12
3200 × 2400

2560 × 1920

1600 × 1200

1280 × 960

1024 × 768

640 × 480

1/2.7
1/4

1/8
1/12
1/2.7
1/4

1/8
1/12
1/2.7
1/4

1/8
1/12
1/2.7
1/4
1/8
1/12
1/2.7
1/4
1/8
1/12
1/2.7
1/4
1/8
1/12

JPEG

File size(MB)

Number ofstorable still
picture (with
1GB SD/SDHC
card)

Approx. 14

54

Approx. 8.4
Approx. 5.9
Approx. 2.7

101
145
320

Approx. 1.8
Approx. 5.6
Approx. 3.4
Approx. 1.7

477
154
255
504

Approx. 1.2
Approx. 3.2
Approx. 2.2
Approx. 1.1

747
269
395
776

Approx. 0.8
Approx. 1.3
Approx. 0.9
Approx. 0.5

1143
673
993
1893

Approx. 0.4
Approx. 0.9
Approx. 0.6
Approx. 0.3
Approx. 0.3
Approx. 0.6
Approx. 0.4
Approx. 0.3
Approx. 0.2
Approx. 0.3
Approx. 0.2
Approx. 0.2
Approx. 0.1

2753
1044
1514
2884
4038
1594
2243
4038
5507
3563
5048
8654
10096

• The number of remaining pictures may change according to the subject, whether or not print
reservations have been made, and other factors. In certain instances, the number ofremaining pictures displayed on the LCD monitor will not change even when you take pictures
or erase stored images.
• The actual file size varies according to the subject.
• The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999.
• For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus homepage.

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Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom
Reset Setting
Function

CustomMy Modereset setting
registration
registration

Function

CustomMy Modereset setting
registration
registration

F

9

9

SLEEP

k

9

Image stabilizer

99

USB MODEkkjY
Flash mode

99LIVE VIEW BOOST

99g FACE DETECT

9
k

k

9

PICTURE MODE

99

INFO SETTINGk

9

GRADATION

99EV STEP

9

9

STILL
PICTURE

99

METERING

MOVIE

k

9
k

9

AELMetering

9

ISO

9

9

IMAGE ASPECT

99ISO STEPw

9

ISO-AUTO SET

9
k

9

9

AE BKT

9

9

ISO-AUTOk

9

WB BKT

9

9

BULB TIMERk

9

FL BKT

9

9

ANTI-SHOCK z

99ISO BKT
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

9
k

9
k

8

k

X

k

9
k

W
s

k

k

k

k

REC VIEWkc MENU DISPLAYk9k

FIRMWARE

K

99#X-SYNC.

99#SLOW LIMIT
w+F

9
k

9

NOISE REDUCT.

99NOISE FILTER

9

9

WB

9

9

>
ALL >

9
k

9
k

9

k

k

COLOR SPACE

9

9

STILL
PICTURE

9

9

SHADING COMP.

9

MOVIE

k

9

K SET

9
k

9

PIXEL COUNTk

9

FOCUS RING

9k

QUICK ERASEk

9

DIAL FUNCTIONk

9

RAW+JPEG ERASEk

DIAL DIRECTIONk

9

FILE NAMEk

9k

AEL/AFLk

9

PRIORITY SETkk

AEL/AFL MEMOk9dpi SETTINGkk; FUNCTION

k

k

k

MY MODE SETUPk

9k

EDIT FILENAME
PIXEL MAPPINGkk

BUTTON TIMERkk

EXPOSURE SHIFT

9

9

A

k

9

MF ASSISTkn FUNCTIONk

9

LEVEL GAUGE

k

9
9

AF
MODE

AF AREAk

9

RLS PRIORITY S

99RLS PRIORITY C

9
k

9
k

VIDEO OUT

9: Can be registered. k: Cannot be registered* Includes anti-shock.

HDMI

k

k

MOVIE+STILLk

9

MOVIE Rk

9

Information

q FUNCTION

9

9

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Menu directory
Shooting Menu
Tab

Function
CARD SETUP

Setting

Ref.
page

P. 93
P. 130ALL ERASE/FORMATRESETCUSTOM RESETRESET1

SET/RESETRESET2

SET/RESETPICTURE MODEhVIVID/iNATURAL*/jMUTED/ZPORTRAIT/
MONOTONE/CUSTOM

P. 71

GRADATION

AUTO/NORMAL*/HIGH KEY/LOW KEY

P. 72

K

STILL
RAW/YF/YN*/XN/WN/YF+RAW/YN+RAW/
PICTURE XN+RAW/WN+RAW

P. 64

MOVIE
IMAGE ASPECTHD*/SD

4:3*/16:9/3:2/6:6

MOVIE AE MODE

P* /A/j/k/l/m/n/o

MOVIE+STILL

OFF*/ONjY

o* /j/W/Y/DY/DW/Dj/Do

IMAGE STABILIZER

OFF*/I.S. 1/I.S. 2/I.S. 3
FRAME

MULTIPLE EXPOSURE* Factory default setting

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P. 96

P. 80
P. 40
P. 79
P. 80
P. 61P. 62
P. 62

OFF*/2F

AUTO GAIN

OFF*/ONOVERLAY

OFF*/ON

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Playback Menu
Tab

Functionq

Setting

Ref.
page

START
m

y

BGM

MELANCHOLY*/NOSTALGIC/LOVE/JOY/
COOL/OFFSLIDE

ALL*/STILL PICTURE/MOVIEOFF/ON*

SEL. IMAGE
EDIT

IMAGE
OVERLAY

P. 84

P. 85
RAW DATA EDIT

P. 89

SHADOW ADJ/REDEYE FIX/
P/ASPECT/BLACK & WHITE/
JPEG EDITSEPIA/SATURATION/Q/
e-PORTRAIT

P. 89

R

P. 90

NO/R START/YES

2IMAGES MERGE/3IMAGES MERGE

P. 90

<

</U

P. 112RESET PROTECTYES/NO

P. 92* Factory default setting

Setup Menu
Tab

Functiond

X

Settingk*1

Wsj -7 - +7 k -7 - +7 (j ±0, k ±0*)OFF/AUTOq/1SEC - 20 SEC (5 SEC*)REC VIEW
c MENU DISPLAY

OFF*/ON
FIRMWAREk* Factory default setting
1* Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.

Ref.
page

P. 15
P. 94
P. 94
P. 95
P. 25
P. 95

Custom Menu
TabcFunctionR

Setting

Ref.
page

P. 97

AF/MF
*

S-AF /C-AF/MF/S-AF+MF

AF AREA

B*/M

P SET UP

OFF/LOOP/SPIRAL*RESET LENS

OFF/ON*BULB FOCUSING

OFF/ON*

FOCUS RING

b*/c

MF ASSIST

OFF/ON*

P. 56
P. 58
P. 97
P. 98
P. 98
P. 98
P. 98

Information

AF MODESTILL
PICTURE
MOVIE

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Tabc

Function
S

Setting

BUTTON/DIAL

P. 98%*/F/w
FNo.*/F/w
SHUTTER*/F/w
Main dial: SHUTTER*/FNo.
Sub dial: SHUTTER/FNo.*
Main dial: F/G*
Sub dial: F*/GP
AS
DIAL FUNCTIONM
MENU

DIAL DIRECTION

DIAL1*/DIAL2; FUNCTION
q FUNCTION

AF MODE*/METERING/FLASH MODE/BACKLIT LCD/IMAGE STABILIZER

MY MODE SETUP

MY MODE1/ MY MODE2

BUTTON TIMER

3SEC/5SEC/8SEC*/HOLD/OFFA

OFF*/ONn FUNCTION

OFF/ON*/P

AEL/AFL MEMOT RELEASE/jU

RLS PRIORITY S

OFF*/ON

RLS PRIORITY C

OFF/ON*

DISP/8/PC
HDMI

1080i*/720p/480p/576p

VIDEO OUT

*1

8

OFF/ON*SLEEP

OFF/1MIN*/3MIN/5MIN/10MIN

USB MODEAUTO*/STORAGE/MTP/PRINTLIVE VIEW BOOST

OFF*/ON

g FACE DETECT

OFF*/ONq INFOINFO SETTING
LV-INFOInformation

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IMAGE ONLY/OVERALL/u/
HIGHLIGHT&SHADOW
u/ZOOM/MULTI VIEW/
IMAGE ONLY/w/x/y

VOLUME

0-5 (3*)m SETUPSLIDE INTERVALMOVIE INTERVALLEVEL GAUGEOFF*/ON

MOVIE R

OFF/ON

P. 98

P. 99

mode1*/mode2/mode3
S-AF*
mode1/mode2*/mode3/mode4
C-AF
mode1*/mode2/mode3
MF
OFF*/ONFn FACE DETECT*/PREVIEW/V/P HOME/MF/
RAWK/TEST PICTURE/MY MODE/BACKLIT LCD/OFF

AEL/AFL

Ref.
page

P. 99
P. 100P. 100P. 101
P. 101
P. 101
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 102
P. 103
P. 103
P. 103
P. 104
P. 39
P. 104
P. 104
P. 104

2 SEC - 10 SEC (3 SEC*)
FULL/SHORT*** Factory default setting*1 Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.

P. 104
P. 104
P. 80
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Tabc

FunctionV

Setting

EXP/e/ISOEV STEP

1/3EV*/1/2EV/1EV

AEL Metering

e*
J
5
5HI
5SH
AUTO*/J/5/5HI/5SH

ISO

AUTO*/100 - 6400

METERING

ISO STEP

1/3EV*/1EV

ISO-AUTO SETHIGH LIMITDEFAULT

ISO-AUTO

P/A/S*/ALL

BULB TIMER

1MIN - 30MIN (8 MIN*)

ANTI-SHOCK z

OFF*/1/8 SEC - 30 SEC
AE BKTWB BKT

BRACKETINGFL BKT
ISO BKTW

200 - 6400 (1600*)
200 - 6400 (200*)

OFF*/3F 0.3EV/3F 0.7EV/
3F 1.0EV
A-B
OFF*/3F 2STEP/3F 4STEP/3F
6STEP
G-M
OFF*/3F 0.3EV/3F 0.7EV/
3F 1.0EV
OFF*/3F 0.3EV/3F 0.7EV/
3F 1.0EV# CUSTOM

Ref.
page

P. 105
P. 105

P. 49

P. 105
P. 53
P. 105
P. 105
P. 106
P. 106
P. 106
P. 52
P. 70
P. 77
P. 54
P. 106FLASH MODE

AUTO*/!/H/#/$/!SLOW/#SLOW/#SLOW 2/#2nd CURTAIN

w-3.0 - 0.0* - +3.0

#X-SYNC.

1/60 - 1/180 (1/180*)#SLOW LIMIT

1/30 - 1/180 (1/60*)

w+F

OFF*/ON

P. 75
P. 77
P. 106
P. 106
P. 107

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Tabc

FunctionX

K/COLOR/WB
NOISE REDUCT.
NOISE FILTER

WB

ALL >

Y

OFF/ON/AUTO*
OFF/LOW/STANDARD*/HIGH
AUTO*
5 5,300K
2 7,500K
3 6,000K
1 3,000K
w 4,000K
x 4,500K
y 6,600K
n 5,500KV

A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7

CWB
ALL SETALL RESET

2,000K - 14,000K
A -7 - +7,G -7 - +7
YES/NO

P. 108OFF*/ON

K SET

P-Q

Y/X/W/SF/F/N/B

P. 108
P. 108
P. 108PIXEL COUNT

Xiddle
Wmall

3200 × 2400/2560 × 1920*/1600 × 1200
1280 × 960*/1024 × 768/640 × 480

P. 109RECORD/ERASEQUICK ERASE

OFF*/ON

RAW+JPEG ERASE

JPEG/RAW/RAW+JPEG*

FILE NAMEAUTO*/RESETPRIORITY SETAdobe RGBsRGB
NO*/YESdpi SETTING

AUTO*/CUSTOM

OFF*/A - Z/0 - 9

K UTILITYke
J5-1 - 0* - +1

f WARNING LEVEL -2 - 0* - +2
LEVEL ADJUST* Factory default setting

Information
EN

P. 67

SHADING COMP.

EXPOSURE SHIFT

146

P. 107
P. 107
P. 107sRGB*/AdobeRGBPIXEL MAPPING

13

Ref.
page

COLOR SPACEEDIT FILENAME

Z

Setting

RESET/ADJUSTP. 109
P. 109
P. 109
P. 109
P. 110P. 110P. 110P. 110P. 129
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Specifications
Camera specifications
 Product type
Product type
Lens
Lens mount
Equivalent focal length on
a 35 mm film camera: Digital camera with interchangeable lens system: M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens
: Micro Four Thirds mount: Approx. twice the focal length of the lens

 Image pickup device
Product typeNo. of total pixels
No. of effective pixels
Screen size
Aspect ratio: 4/3" Live MOS sensor: Approx. 13,060,000 pixels: Approx. 12,300,000 pixels: 17.3 mm (H) × 13.0 mm (V) (0.7" × 0.5"): 1.33 (4:3)

 Live view
: Uses Live MOS sensor: Field of view of 100%

 LCD monitor
Product type
Total no. of pixels: 3.0" TFT color LCD: Approx. 230,000 dots

 Shutter
Product type
Shutter: Computerized focal-plane shutter: 1/4000 - 60 sec., Bulb shooting

 Auto focus
Product type
Focusing points
Selection of focusing point: Imager contrast detection system: 11 points: Auto, Optional

 Exposure control
Metering system

Metered range
Shooting modes White balance
Product type
Mode setting: Image pickup device: Auto, Preset WB (8 settings), Customized WB,
One-touch WBInformation

ISO sensitivity
Exposure compensation: TTL metering system (imager metering)(1) Digital ESP metering(2) Center weighted averaging metering(3) Spot metering: EV0 - 18 (Digital ESP metering/Center weighted metering/
Spot metering): (1) A : iAuto(2) P: Program AE (Program shift can be performed)(3) A: Aperture priority AE(4) S: Shutter priority AE(5) M: Manual(6) ART : Art filter(7) SCN : Scene(8) n: Movie: 100 - 6400 (1/3, 1 EV step): ±3EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV step)

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 Recording
MemoryRecording system
Applicable standards
Sound with still pictures
Movie
Audio

: SD memory card
SDHC memory card
: Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera
File system (DCF)), RAW Data
: Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching
III, PictBridge: Wave format: AVI Motion JPEG
: PCM 44.1 kHz (stereo) Playback
Display format: Single-frame playback, Close-up playback, Index display, Image
rotation, Calendar display

 Drive
Drive mode
Sequential shooting
Self-timer: Single-frame shooting, Sequential shooting, Self-timer: 3 frames/sec.
: Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec.

 External flash
Synchronization
Flash control mode
Flash attachment: Synchronized with the camera at 1/180 sec. or less
: TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL: Hot shoe

 External connector
Multi-connector (USB connector, AV connector), HDMI mini connector (Type C) Power supply
Battery: Li-ion Battery (BLS-1) ×1

 Dimensions/weight
Dimensions
Weight: 120.5 mm (W) × 70.0 mm (H) × 35.0 mm (D) (4.7" × 2.8" × 1.3")(excluding protrusions): Approx. 335 g (0.7 Ib.) (without battery) Operating environment
Temperature
Humidity

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: 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (operation)/-20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) (storage): 30 - 90% (operation)/10 - 90% (storage)

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks orregistered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Battery/charger specifications
BLS-1 Lithium ion battery
MODEL NO.
Product type
Nominal voltage
Nominal capacity
No. of charge anddischarge times
Ambient temperature

Dimensions
Weight: PS-BLS1: Rechargeable Lithium ion battery: DC 7.2V: 1150mAh: Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions)j: 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging)-10 °C - 60 °C (14 °F - 140 °F) (operation)-20 °C - 35 °C (-4 °F - 95 °F) (storage): Approx. 35.5 mm (W) × 55 mm (D) × 12.8 mm (H) (1.4" × 2.2" × 0.5"): Approx. 46 g (0.1Ib.)

BCS-1 Lithium ion charger
MODEL NO.
Rated input
Rated output
Charging timeAmbient temperature
Dimensions
Weight: PS-BCS1: AC 100V - 240V (50/60Hz): DC 8.35V, 400mA: Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes (room temperature if using BLS-1): 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (operation)/-20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) (storage): Approx. 62 mm (W) × 83 mm (D) × 38 mm (H) (2.4" × 3.3" × 1.5"): Approx. 72 g (0.2Ib.) (without AC cable)

SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON
THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONSCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE 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.
DANGER

If the product is used without observing the information given under thissymbol, serious injury or death may result.

WARNING

If the product is used without observing the information given under thissymbol, injury or death may result.

CAUTION

If the product is used without observing the information given under thissymbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable
data may result.

WARNING!
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.

General Precautions
Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating instructions. Save all
manuals and documentation for future reference.
Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp clothfor cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean
this product.
Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories
recommended by Olympus.
Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read theweatherproofing sections.
Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand,or bracket.
Power Source — Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label.
Foreign Objects — To avoid personal injury, never insert a metal object into the product.
Heat — Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator, heat register, stove,or any type of equipment or appliance that generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.

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Product Handling Precautions
WARNING( Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases.
( Do not use the flash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range.
• You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too close to thesubject’s eyes could cause a momentary loss of vision.
( Keep young children and infants away from the camera.
• Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the following
dangerous situations which could cause serious injury:• Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.
• Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards or other small parts.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child.
• Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera.
( Do not look at the sun or strong lights with the camera.
( Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places.
( Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing.

CAUTION( Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it.
• Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands.
( Never hold or operate the camera with wet hands.
( Do not leave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely high temperatures.
• Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire.
Do not use the charger if it is covered (such as a blanket). This could cause overheating, resulting in fire.
( Handle the camera with care to avoid getting a low-temperature burn.
• When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in a low-temperature burn. Pay attention
to the following:• When used for a long period, the camera will get hot. If you hold on to the camera in this state, a lowtemperature burn may be caused.
• In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the camera’s body may be lower
than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves when handling the camera in cold
temperatures.
( Be careful with the strap.
• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily catch on stray objects - and cause
serious damage.

Battery Handling Precautions
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning,
exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.

DANGERWARNING• Keep batteries dry at all times.
• To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries
recommended for use with this product.
• Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions.

Information• The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger.
Do not use any other chargers.
• Never heat or incinerate batteries.
• Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal
objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
• Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a
hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.
• To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding theuse of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, by soldering, etc.
• If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and seek
medical attention immediately.
• Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally swallows a battery, seek
medical attention immediately.

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s0019_e_00_0_unified.book Page 152 Friday, April 24, 2009 9:21 AM• If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the specified time, stop charging them and do not
use them.
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during
operation, stop using the camera.
• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean,running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.

CAUTION• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any otherabnormality.
• The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately
after using the camera.
• Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.
• This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safeand proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it.
• If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with adry cloth before use.
• Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period.
• When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and sparebattery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be restored after it iswarmed at room temperature.
• The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or battery.
• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries.
A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling.
• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure
to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.

Caution for Usage Environment• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places
listed below, no matter if in use or storage:• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct sunlight,
beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers.
• In sandy or dusty environments.
• Near flammable items or explosives.
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof designs, readtheir manuals as well.
• In places prone to strong vibrations.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.
• When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head. Do not twist the camera.
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color
failure, ghosting on the image pickup device, or may possibly cause fires.
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras and interchangeable lenses. Remember to attach the body cap
when removing the lens.
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, dry location for storage toprevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by turning it
on and pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating normally.
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual.
• Do not directly touch or wipe the image pickup device of the camera.

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• Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode
failure or damage to the monitor.
• A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction.
• When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the monitor. This
is not a malfunction; it will be less noticeable in playback mode.
• In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD monitor may take a long time to turn on or its color may
change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea to occasionally place
it in a warm place. An LCD monitor exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will recover innormal temperatures.
• The LCD used for the monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spotsof light may appear constantly on the LCD Monitor. Due to its characteristics or the angle at which you areviewing the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness. This is not a malfunction.

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Lens• Do not immerse in water or splash with water.
• Do not drop or exert strong force on the lens.
• Do not hold at the moving part of the lens.
• Do not touch the lens surface directly.
• Do not touch the contact points directly.
• Do not subject to abrupt temperature changes.
• The operating temperature range is -10 °C - 40 °C (14 °F - 104 °F). Always use within this temperature
range.

Legal and Other Notices• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using thisunit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product.
• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit expected by using
this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.

Disclaimer of Warranty• Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content
of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty ofmerchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages(including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of businessinformation) arising from the use or inability to use these written materials or software or equipment. Somecountries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so theabove limitations may not apply to you.
• Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

Warning
Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws.
Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe
upon the rights of copyright owners.

Copyright Notice
All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or this software may be reproduced or used inany form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording or the useof any type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of
Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these writtenmaterials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.
Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software withoutobligation or advance notice.

FCC Notice

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority tooperate it.

Information• Radio and Television Interference
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority tooperate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:- Adjust or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB
cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal computers (PC).

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Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger
We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery and battery
charger with this camera.
Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due toleakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or
damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus
accessories.

For customers in North and South America
For customers in USA
Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: E-P1
Trade Name
: OLYMPUS
Responsible Party :Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley,
PA 18034-0610, USA
Telephone Number : 484-896-5000
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

For customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

For customers in Europe“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety,
health, environment and customer protection. “CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in
Europe.

This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection ofwaste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries.
Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse.
Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of thisproduct.

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This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate
collection of waste batteries in the EU countries.
Please do not throw the batteries into the domestic refuse.
Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of thewaste batteries.

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Provisions of warranty
1. If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written
Handling Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during a period of two years from the date ofpurchase from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Imaging EuropaGmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus.com this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s
option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this warranty the customer must take the product and thisWarranty Certificate before the end of the two year warranty period to the dealer where the product waspurchased or any other Olympus service station within the business area of Olympus Imaging EuropaGmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus.com. During the one year period of the World
Wide Warranty the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that
not in all countries such Olympus service station exists.
2. The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station at his own
risk and shall be responsible for any costs incurred in transporting the product.
3. This warranty does not cover the following and the customer will be required to pay repair charge, even for
defects occurring within the warranty period referred to above.
(a) Any defect that occurs due to mishandling (such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in
the Handling Care or other sections of the instructions, etc.)(b) Any defect that occurs due to repair, modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other thanOlympus or an Olympus authorized service station.
(c) Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the product.
(d) Any defect or damage that occurs due to fire, earthquake, flood damage, thunderbolt, other natural
disasters, environmental pollution and irregular voltage sources.
(e) Any defect that occurs due to careless or improper storage (such as keeping the product underconditions of high temperature and humidity, near insect repellents such as naphthalene or harmful
drugs, etc.), improper maintenance, etc.
(f) Any defect that occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc.
(g) Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc. entering the inside of the product casing.
(h) When this Warranty Certificate is not returned with the product.
(i) When any alterations whatsoever are made to the Warranty Certificate regarding the year, month anddate of purchase, the customer’s name, the dealer’s name, and the serial number.
(j) When proof of purchase is not presented with this Warranty Certificate.
4. This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory equipment,such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries.
5. Olympus’s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product. Any liability
for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to a
defect of the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any lenses, films, other equipment
or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from a delay in repair or loss of data, is
excluded. Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this.

Notes regarding warranty maintenance
1. This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized
dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the nameof the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original
invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealer’s name, the date of purchase and product type) is
attached to this Warranty Certificate. Olympus reserves the right to refuse free-of-charge service if neither
Warranty Certificate is completed nor the above document is attached or if the information contained in it
is incomplete or illegible.
2. Since this Warranty Certificate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place.
• Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus.com for the authorized international Olympus
service network.

Trademarks• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective
owners.
• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design Rule for Camera File
System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA).

Information• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
• SDHC logo is a trademark.
• “Shadow Adjustment Technology” function contains patented technologies from Apical Limited.

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Index
Symbols
A ........................................................ 102
w+F ......................................................... 107
8 (Beep sound) ......................................... 103
W (Language selection) .......................... 94
P HOME .................................................. 100
P SET UP .................................................. 97
K SET ....................................................... 108
f WARNING LEVEL ............................... 111; FUNCTION ........................................... 100
7 FUNCTION ............................................. 101
n FUNCTION .......................................... 102# SLOW LIMIT ........................................... 106# X-SYNC. ................................................. 106
c Custom Menu ................................... 97, 143
c MENU DISPLAY ...................................... 25
q Playback Menu ...................................... 143
m SETUP .................................................. 104
d Setup Menu ........................................ 94, 143
W Shooting Menu 1 ..................................... 142
X Shooting Menu 2 ..................................... 142
R AF/MF ....................................................... 97
S BUTTON/DIAL .......................................... 98
T RELEASE/j ........................................ 102
U DISP/8/PC ........................................... 102
V EXP/e/ISO .......................................... 105
W # CUSTOM ........................................... 106
X K/COLOR/WB ..................................... 107
Y RECORD/ERASE ................................... 109
Z K UTILITY ............................................ 110

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Adding sound to still pictures R ..................... 90
Adobe RGB ................................................. 108
AE BKT ......................................................... 52
AE bracketing ................................................ 52
AE lock .......................................................... 51
AEL/AFL ........................................................ 99
AEL/AFL MEMO .......................................... 100
AELMetering ............................................... 105
AF AREA ....................................................... 58
AF MODE .............................................. 56, 101
AF SENSITIVITY ........................................... 97
AF target mode ............................................. 59
AF target P ................................................ 58
ALL > ..................................................... 108
ALL ERASE ................................................... 93
All target AF mode B ................................. 58
ANTI-SHOCK z .................................... 61, 62
Aperture priority shooting A .......................... 45
Aperture value ................................... 16, 44, 45
Art filter mode ART ......................................... 5
ASPECT ........................................................ 89
Auto flash ...................................................... 75

Auto focus ..............................................60, 125Auto white balance ........................................67

B
B (Basic) ........................................................64
B&W FILTER .................................................71
BACKLIT LCD .............................................100
Battery ...................................................11, 131
BEACH & SNOW g ......................................5
BGM ..............................................................84
BLACK & WHITE ...........................................89
BRACKETING .....................52, 54, 70, 77, 106
BULB FOCUSING .........................................98
Bulb shooting .................................................48
BULB TIMER ...............................................106
BUTTON TIMER ..........................................101

C
C-AF (continuous AF) ....................................57
Calendar display ............................................82
CANDLE & .....................................................5
Card .............................................................130
CARD SETUP .......................................93, 130
Center weighted averaging metering H .......49
CHILDREN G .................................................5
Close-up playback U ....................................81
COLOR SPACE ...........................................108
Color temperature ........................................139
Compression rate ..........................................64
Continuous AF (C-AF) ...................................57
CONTRAST ...................................................71
CUSTOM RESET ..........................................96
Custom white balance CWB ..........................67

D
Date/time setting X .....................................15
DIAL DIRECTION ..........................................99
DIAL FUNCTION ...........................................98
Digital ESP metering G ................................49
Direct print ...................................................115
DIS MODE q .................................................5
DOCUMENTS @ ............................................5
dpi SETTING ...............................................110
DPOF ...........................................................112
Dust reduction .......................................14, 128

E
Easy printing ................................................116
Easy shooting modes ......................................4
EDIT FILENAME .........................................110
e-PORTRAIT e .......................................5, 89
EV STEP .....................................................105
Exposure compensation F ...........................50EXPOSURE SHIFT .....................................110

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F
F (Fine) .......................................................... 64
FACE DETECT g ................................ 39, 104
FILE NAME ................................................. 109
Fill-in flash # ................................................. 76
FIREWORKS ( ............................................. 5
FIRMWARE ................................................... 95
FL BKT .......................................................... 77
Flash bracketing ............................................ 77
Flash intensity control w ............................. 77
FLASH MODE # .......................................... 75
Flash off $ ................................................... 76
Fn FACE DETECT ........................................ 39
Focus lock ..................................................... 60
FOCUS RING ................................................ 98
FORMAT ..................................................... 130
Four Thirds system lenses .......................... 132

G
GRADATION ................................................. 72
GRAINY FILM n ............................................ 5

H
HD ................................................................. 80
HDMI ..................................................... 88, 102
HIGH KEY H ............................................ 5, 72
Histogram ................................................ 41, 83
Home position p ......................................... 59

I
iAUTO shooting A .................................... 4
IMAGE ASPECT ........................................... 40
IMAGE OVERLAY ................................... 54, 90
IMAGE STABILIZER o ................................ 62
Index display G ........................................... 82
INFO SETTING ........................................... 104
Information display .................................. 41, 83
o (Image stabilizer) ..................................... 62
ISO ................................................................ 53
ISO BKT ........................................................ 54
ISO bracketing ............................................... 54
ISO STEP .................................................... 105
ISO-AUTO ................................................... 106
ISO-AUTO SET ........................................... 105

J
JPEG EDIT .................................................... 89

LY (Large) ...................................................... 64
LANDSCAPE l ............................................. 5
LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT K ......................... 5
Lens ....................................................... 13, 132
LEVEL ADJUST .......................................... 111
LEVEL GAUGE ........................................... 104
LIGHT TONE m ............................................. 5
Lithium ion battery ................................. 11, 131
Lithium ion charger ................................ 11, 131
Live control ................................................ 6, 22

LIVE VIEW BOOST .................................... 104
LOW KEY I ............................................ 5, 72

M
X (Middle) ..................................................... 64
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens .... 132
MACRO & ..................................................... 5
Manual focus (MF) .................................. 40, 57
Manual shooting M ....................................... 47
METERING ........................................... 49, 101
MF ............................................................... 100
MF (manual focus) ........................................ 57
MF ASSIST ................................................... 98
Micro Four Thirds system lenses ................ 132
Monitor brightness adjustment s ............... 94
MONOTONE ................................................. 71
MOVIE R .............................................. 80, 105
MOVIE AE MODE ......................................... 79
MOVIE PLAY ................................................ 86
Movie shooting n ........................................ 78
MOVIE+STILL ............................................... 80
MTP .................................................... 103, 123
Multi view display .......................................... 42
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE a ......................... 54
MUTED j .................................................... 71
MY MODE ................................................... 100
MY MODE SETUP ...................................... 101

N
N (Normal) .................................................... 64
NATURAL i ................................................ 71
NATURE MACRO r .................................... 5
NIGHT SCENE P ......................................... 5
NIGHT+PORTRAIT U .................................. 5
NOISE FILTER ........................................... 107
NOISE REDUCT. ........................................ 107
NTSC .......................................................... 103
Number of pixels ........................................... 64

O
OLYMPUS Master ...................................... 119
One-touch white balance V ............... 69, 100

P
PAL ............................................................. 103
PALE&LIGHT COLOR l .............................. 5
PANORAMA s ....................................... 5, 43
PICT. TONE .................................................. 71
PictBridge ................................................... 115
PICTURE MODE .......................................... 71
PIN HOLE o ................................................. 5
Pixel count ............................................ 64, 109
PIXEL MAPPING ........................................ 129
POP ART j .................................................. 5
PORTRAIT i ................................................. 5
PORTRAIT Z .............................................. 71
Preset white balance .................................... 67
PREVIEW ............................................. 48, 100
PRINT ................................................. 103, 116

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Print reservation .......................................... 112
PRIORITY SET ........................................... 110
Program shift % ........................................... 44
Program shooting P ...................................... 44
Protecting 0 ............................................... 91

Q
QUICK ERASE ............................................ 109

R
RAW .............................................................. 65
RAW DATA EDIT .......................................... 89
RAW K ..................................................... 100
RAW+JPEG ERASE ................................... 109
REC VIEW .................................................... 95
Record mode K ............................ 64, 80, 140
REDEYE FIX ................................................. 89
Red-eye reduction flash ! ......................... 75
RESET LENS ................................................ 98
RESET PROTECT ........................................ 92
Resizing Q .................................................. 89
RLS PRIORITY C ........................................ 102
RLS PRIORITY S ........................................ 102
Rotating images y ....................................... 85

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Spot metering I ..........................................49sRGB ...........................................................108
STORAGE ...................................................103
Strap ..............................................................10SUNSET * .....................................................5
Super control panel ...................................7, 23
Super FP flash ...............................................74

T
TEST PICTURE ...........................................100Trimming P ..........................................89, 118

U
USB MODE .................................................103

V
VIVID h ........................................................71
VOLUME .....................................................104

W
WB .................................................................68
WB BKT .........................................................70
WB compensation .........................................68
White balance bracketing ..............................70
White balance WB ........................................67

S

Z

W (Small) ....................................................... 64
S-AF (single AF) ............................................ 56
S-AF+MF ....................................................... 57
SATURATION ......................................... 71, 89
Scene mode SCN ........................................... 5
SD ................................................................. 80
SD/SDHC card ...................................... 12, 130
Self-timer Y .................................................. 62
SEPIA ............................................................ 89
Sequential shooting j ................................ 61
SF (Super Fine) ............................................. 64
SHADING COMP. ....................................... 108
SHADOW ADJ .............................................. 89
SHARPNESS ................................................ 71
Shutter priority shooting S ............................ 46
Shutter speed .................................... 16, 44, 46
Single AF (S-AF) ........................................... 56
Single target AF mode M ........................... 58
Single-frame erase D ................................... 93
Single-frame playback ................................... 81
Single-frame protect ...................................... 91
Single-frame shooting o ............................. 61
SLEEP ......................................................... 103
SLIDE ............................................................ 84
Slideshow m ............................................... 84
Slow synchronization # SLOW .................... 75
Slow synchronization # SLOW2/
2nd CURTAIN .................................... 76
SOFT FOCUS k ........................................... 5
SPORT j ...................................................... 5
Spot metering - highlight control IHI .......... 49
Spot metering - shadow control ISH ......... 49

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DIGITAL CAMERA

Basic guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Printed in China

VN256301

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

P.2

Review the camera part names,
the basic steps for shooting andplayback, and the basic operations.

Table of Contents P. 26

z Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use yournew camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performanceand a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
z We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.
z The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during thedevelopment stages and may differ from the actual product.
z The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there
are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera,
the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.