Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Basic operations 3. Live control 4. Menu functions 5. Printing pictures 6. Connecting the camera to a computer 7. Other 8. Battery and charger 9. Card basics 10. Interchangeable lenses 11. Using separately sold accessories 12. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Index Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera.
Table of Contents Quick task index 5 Unpack the box contents.............7 Table of Contents Preparing the camera and flow of operations 8 Names of parts .............................8 Charging and inserting the battery .........................................10 Inserting and removing cards ... 11 Attaching a lens to the camera .........................................12 Power on .....................................13 Setting the date/time ..................14 Shooting ................................
Live control 52 Using live control .......................52 Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) ......................53 Processing options (picture mode) ..........................54 Adding effects to a movie .........55 Setting the image aspect ..........55 Image quality (record mode).....56 Adjusting flash output (flash intensity control)..............57 Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) ..58 Choosing a focus mode (AF mode).................................
Table of Contents L Lever Function ......................86 Viewing camera images on TV ...87 Choosing the control panel displays (KControl Settings) ...88 Adding information displays (G/Info Settings) .....................90 Shutter speeds when the flash fires automatically [# X-Sync.] [# Slow Limit] ......91 Using the accessory port menus ..........................................92 Before Using the Accessory Port Menus .......................................92 Using OLYMPUS PENPAL .......
Quick task index g Shooting Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) 31 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 55 Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 32 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 36 Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 37 Taking pictures that stop the subject in motion or convey a sense of motion Taking pictures with the correct color Processing pictures to match
Preview function 85 Test Picture 85 Checking horizontal or vertical orientation before shooting Level gauge 24 Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid 78 Zooming in on photos to check focus Autoq (Rec View) 74 Self-portraits Self-timer 43 Sequential shooting Sequential shooting 43 Extending the useful life of the battery Sleep 79 Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Record mode 56 Checking set effect before taking a picture Quick task index g Playback/R
Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Cautions Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. $ Notes Points to note when using the camera. % Tips Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. g Reference pages describing details or related information.
1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Names of parts 0 1 1 2 a Preparing the camera and flow of operations 3 4 5 6 7 8 b 5 c 9 d i j h e f g Mode dial ........................................P. 15 Shutter button .................................P. 16 ON/OFF lever ................................P. 13 Fn button ........................................P. 19 Strap eyelet.......................................P. 7 Sub-dial* (k) ..................P.
a b 1 2 3 1 c 4 5 67 8 9 0 F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 37) H (Left) / P (AF target) button (P. 40) I (Right) /# (Flash) button (P. 38) Q button (P. 52, 61) Preparing the camera and flow of operations d G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) button (P. 43) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Flash switch ....................................P. 38 Accessory port ................................P. 92 Monitor ................................P. 13, 23, 46 H/R (Movie) button ........P. 19/P.
Charging and inserting the battery 1 Charging the battery. Direction indicating mark () Charging indicator 1 BCN-1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Charging in progress Charging complete Charging error Lithium ion battery Lights orange 3 Off Blinks orange 1 AC wall outlet Charging indicator Lithium ion charger (Charging time: Up to approximately 4 hours) 2 AC cable # Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete. 2 Loading the battery.
Inserting and removing cards 1 Loading the card. • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Card basics” (P. 113) # Cautions 2 Closing the battery/card compartment cover. • Close firmly until you hear a click. # Cautions • Be sure the battery/card compartment cover is closed before using the camera. Removing the card 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the card. Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Attach a lens to the camera. 1 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2 1 Rear cap 2 • 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. • Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it clicks. # Cautions • Make sure the camera is turned off. • Do not press the lens release button. • Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
Power on 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the (blue) power lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position. ON/OFF lever Battery level 7 (green): Camera ready to shoot. Displayed for about 10 seconds after the camera is turned on. 8 (green): Low battery 9 (blinks red): Charge the battery. Wi-Fi ISO-A 200 01:02:03 250 F5.
Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. 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 1 Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus. Preparing the camera and flow of operations Shooting Menu 1 1 2 MENU button Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Setup Menu Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab.
Shooting Setting the Shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. Indicator Mode icon 1 S You control shutter speed. You can express the motion of moving subjects, or freeze motion without any blur. M You control aperture and shutter speed. You can shoot with long exposures for fireworks or other dark scenes. ART SCN J n Select an art filter. Select a scene according to the subject. You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
2 Frame the shot. • Be careful that your fingers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens. 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Horizontal grip 3 Vertical grip Adjust the focus. • Display the subject in the center of the monitor, and lightly press the shutter button down to the first position (press the shutter button halfway). The AF confirmation mark (( or n) will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location.
Recording movies You can shoot movies in any shooting mode. First, try shooting in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. 1 Press the R button again to end recording. n Displayed during recording 00:02:18 Recording time # Cautions • When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted due to the rolling shutter phenomenon.
Viewing photographs and movies 1 1 Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the sub-dial or arrow pad. Sub-dial Preparing the camera and flow of operations Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame L N 100-0020 2013.06.01 12:30 20 Still image Arrow pad q button 100-0004 4 Movie Index display/Calendar display • To start index playback, turn the main dial to G during single-frame playback.
Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the Q button to begin playback. To interrupt movie playback, press MENU. Movie Movie Play m Erase Back 1 Set Volume can be adjusted by pressing F or G during singleframe and movie playback. 00:00:02/00:00:14 Protecting images Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press the Fn button; a 0 (protect) icon will appear on the image.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen during playback or when framing pictures in the monitor. You can also use the touch screen to adjust settings in the live guides and LV super control panel. 1 Live guides Tab Preparing the camera and flow of operations The touch screen can be used with live guides. g “Using live guides” (P. 36) 1 2 Wi-Fi Touch the tab to display live guides. • Tap to select items. ISO-A 200 Use your finger to position the sliders.
2 Use the slider to choose the size of the target frame, and then tap Y to zoom in on the subject of the target frame. • Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture is zoomed in. • Tap [Z] to cancel the zoom display. 1 Using the wireless LAN function Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ISO 200 LN HD P 250 F5.6 Playback mode Use the touch screen to page through images or zoom in and out.
Index/Calendar Playback 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 22 EN Page ahead/Page back • Slide your finger up to view the next page, down to view the previous page. • Use Q or R to choose the number of images displayed. • For single-frame playback, tap R until the current image is displayed full frame. S Viewing images • Tap an image to view it full frame. Selecting and protecting images In single-frame playback, lightly touch the screen to display the touch menu.
2 Basic operations Basic shooting operations Monitor display during shooting 1 2345 67 890a C b cd S-IS j S-AF ISO 400 +2.0 4:3 LN w v u -3 AEL P c d e f g h i j k l q p Card write indicator .........................P. 11 Wi-Fi connection .....................P. 21, 103 Super FP flash ..............................P. 121 RC mode.......................................P. 121 Auto bracket....................................P. 66 Multiple exposure............................P.
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. INFO ISO ISO 200 200 LN LN HD P 2 INFO 250 F5.6 0.0 HD 01:02:03 P 38 Information display on 250 F5.6 0.0 01:02:03 Histogram display 38 INFO Basic operations INFO ISO 200 P 250 F5.6 0.0 Level gauge display Image only Histogram display Display a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image.
Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. 2 Aperture value ISO-A Shutter speed 200 Basic operations LN FullHD F Shooting mode P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 • The functions you can set with the dials depend on the position of the lever.
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter speed for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to A. Sub-dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever 2 Main dial k Exposure compensation ISO j Aperture value White balance Basic operations • Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of field (the area in front of or behind the focus point that appears to be in focus), softening background details.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust aperture for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to S. Sub-dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever Main dial k Exposure compensation ISO j Shutter speed White balance ISO 400 LN HD S 250 F5.6 +0.0 01:02:03 38 Basic operations • A fast shutter speed can freeze a fast action scene without any blur. A slow shutter speed will blur a fast action scene.
Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M. Sub-dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever 2 Main dial k Aperture value ISO j Shutter speed White balance Basic operations • Shutter speed can be set to values between 1/8000 and 60 seconds or to [BULB] or [LIVE TIME].
Using movie mode (n) Movie mode (n) can be used to film movies with special effects. You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Use live control to select the settings. g “Adding effects to a movie” (P. 55) You can also apply an after-image effect or zoom in on an area of the image during movie recording. Adding effects to a movie [Movie Effect] Rotate the mode dial to n. 3 Touch the on-screen icon of the effect you wish to use.
Multi Echo Touch the icon to apply the effect. Touch again to cancel the effect. One Shot Echo Each touch of the icon adds to the effect. Art Fade Touch the icon. Touch the picture mode you wish to use. The effect will be applied when you release your finger. 2 Movie Tele-converter Basic operations 1 Touch the icon to display the zoom frame. 2 Touch M or press U to zoom in on the area in the zoom frame. 3 Touch O or press Q to cancel the zoom frame and exit Movie teleconverter mode.
Using art filters 1 Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a filter using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art filter menu. 1 Pop Art 2 Types of art filters 2 Pop Art Soft Focus Pale&Light Color Light Tone Grainy Film Pin Hole Diorama t u v Y Z u Cross Process Gentle Sepia Dramatic Tone Key Line Watercolor ART BKT (ART bracketing) Shoot.
Shooting in scene mode 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the scene menu. 1 Portrait Types of scene modes Basic operations O P L K J G U G H I q J 2 Portrait e-Portrait Landscape Landscape+Portrait Sport Night Scene Night+Portrait Children High Key Low Key DIS Mode Macro r Q R T s ( g f w m T Nature Macro Candle Sunset Documents Panorama (P.
Taking panoramas If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panorama. g “Connecting the camera to a computer” (P. 100) 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. 2 3 4 Select [Panorama] and press Q. 2 Take a picture, using the guides to frame the shot. • Focus, exposure, and other settings are fixed at the values for the first shot. ISO 200 M 5 250 F5.
Using PHOTO STORY 1 2 2 Rotate the mode dial to J. 1 • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A Standard B Fun Frames Standard 1 2 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY. Basic operations • You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme. You can also change the aspect, division pattern and frame effects of individual images.
6 Once you have shot all the frames, press Q to save the image. $ Notes • During the shooting of a PHOTO STORY, the following operations are available. Exposure compensation/Program shift/Flash shooting/Live control settings # Cautions 2 Basic operations • If the camera is turned off during shooting, all the data for images up to that point is cancelled and nothing is recorded on the memory card. • If the image quality is currently [RAW], it is changed to [LN+RAW].
Using shooting options Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. Guide item 2 Level bar/selection Clear & Vivid Change Color Saturation Basic operations Q 0 Flat & Muted Cancel 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. 3 Use FG to choose the level. 4 Shoot.
% Tips • In modes other than A, you can use live control to make more detailed settings. g “Using live control” (P. 52) Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Adjust exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±3.0 EV. 2 No compensation (0) Basic operations Negative (–) Positive (+) # Cautions • Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode.
Using a flash (flash photography) The flash can be set manually as required. The flash can be used for flash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. 1 Press the flash switch to pop up the flash unit. Flash switch 2 Basic operations 2 3 Press the # button (I) to display options. Use HI to choose a flash mode and press Q. • The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P.
Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Shooting mode P/A Flash mode #AUTO Auto flash ! Auto flash (red-eye reduction) # Fill-in flash Shutter speed limit Fires automatically in dark/backlit conditions 1/30 sec. – 1/320 sec.* Always fires 30 sec. – 1/320 sec.* k k Fires automatically in dark/backlit conditions 60 sec. – 1/320 sec.* 1st curtain Always fires 60 sec. – 1/320 sec.* Flash off k k k Fill-in flash/Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) 2nd curtain Always fires 60 sec.
Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 35 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the P button (H) to display the AF target. Rotate the dial to choose the AF position. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. All Targets Single Target The camera automatically chooses from the full set of focus targets. Select the focus target manually.
Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. 1 2 Press the P button (H) to display the AF target. 3 Use HI to select an option and press Q. Press the INFO button. • You can change the AF target selection method. i o 2 Face Priority Off Face priority off. I Face Priority On Face priority on. K Face & Eye Priority On The autofocus system selects the pupil of the eye closest to the camera for face-priority AF. L Face & R.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely. Q/U (Press and hold) U U 2 ISO ISO 200 200 Basic operations LN LN HD 250 F5.6 0.0 Shooting display 1 01:02:03 30 HD 250 F5.6 0.0 01:02:03 30 U Zoom frame AF Zoom AF Press the U button to display the zoom frame.
Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self timer. 1 2 Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu. Select an option using HI and press Q. Single-frame shooting Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). T Sequential H Photographs are taken at about 9 frames per second (fps) while the shutter button is pressed all the way down.
Adjusting color (white balance) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images. 1 Set the lever to 2, and turn the main dial to select items. AUTO LOW 200 AUTO 250 250 F5.6 320 400 500 0.
One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. Select [P] or [Q] (one-touch white balance 1 or 2) and press the INFO button. 2 Photograph a piece of colorless (white or gray) paper. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q.
Basic playback operations Monitor display during playback Simplified display 1 2 Overall display 3 4 5 67 89 g h jk i ×10 ×10 250 P 2 +2.0 F5.6 45mm +1.0 WB AUTO Basic operations A+4 ISO 400 G+4 Adobe Natural 4608×3456 3D f 4:3 L N 100-0015 2013.06.01 12:30 SD ed c 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f 15 0 a 3D 2013.06.01 12:30 b w 1/8 L N 100-0015 SD 15 vuts Aspect border .................................P. 55 AF target .........................................P.
Single-frame playback Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display p Q p 2013.6 Sun 26 L N 100-0020 2013.06.01 12:30 2013.06.
Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order) You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN (P. 103). Once the smartphone is connected, you can use it view images stored on the card, and transfer images between the camera and smartphone. With [Share Order], you can select the images to share in advance. 2 Basic operations 48 EN 1 On the playback screen, touch the screen. 2 Select an image using a touch operation or HI and then touch h on the touch menu.
Using playback options Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 71, 72 — Image Overlay g P. 73 — Movie Play — Share Order gP. 48 * 0 (Protect) R (Audio recording) — Rotate — m (Slideshow) Erase Basic operations * 2 Set Not available for [SD] or [HD] movies.
Protecting images 0 (protect) icon Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu. Select [0] and press Q, and then press F to protect the image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon. Press G to remove protection. You can also protect multiple selected images. g “Selecting images” (P. 19) 4:3 2 L N 100-0020 2013.06.
Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. 1 Press Q during playback and select [m]. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back 2 Set 2 Adjust settings. Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. BGM Set BGM (3 types) or turn BGM [Off]. Effect* Choose the transition effect between frames. Slide Set type of slideshow to execute. Slide Interval Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10 seconds.
3 Live control Using live control The live control can be used to adjust settings in P, A, S, M, n, and J modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor. IS OFF WB WB AUTO AUTO 3 Functions 4:3 Live control LF WB Auto P HD AUTO AUTO Settings WB Available settings Record mode ........................................P. 56 Flash mode ...........................................P. 38 Flash intensity control ...........................P.
Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway. 1 Display the live control and select the image stabilizer item using FG. S-IS j WB AUTO 4:3 LF Focal Length Auto P 2 OFF S-IS S-IS S-IS HD S-IS AUTO 50 mm Select an option with HI and press Q. S-I.S. Off S-IS1 Auto Image stabilizer is on.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Display the live control and select [Picture Mode]. S-IS j WB AUTO 4:3 LF Natural P 3 2 h i j HD j 5 M C Select an option with FG and press Q. Live control h i-Enhance i Vivid Produces vivid colors. j Natural Produces natural colors. Z Muted Produces flat tones.
Adding effects to a movie You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Set the dial to n to enable the settings. 1 After selecting n mode, display the live control (P. 52) and use FG to highlight the shooting mode. M-IS OFF j P WB AUTO S-AF P Program Auto n 2 P P A S HD M Use HI to choose a mode and press Q. Optimal aperture is set automatically according to the brightness of the subject.
Image quality (record mode) Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example retouching on a computer or display on the web. 1 Display the live control and use FG to choose a record mode for photographs or movies. 2 Select an option using HI and press Q. IS OFF WB AUTO 4:3 4608x3456 P RAW L FL N MN HD SN L F+ RAW 38 Record mode 3 Record modes (still images) Live control Choose from RAW and JPEG (YF, YN, XN, and WN) modes.
Record modes (movies) Record mode Pixel count Full HD Fine 1920×1080 Full HD Normal 1920×1080 HD Fine 1280×720 HD Normal 1280×720 HD 1280×720 SD 640×480 File format Application MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264*1 Display on TVs and other devices Motion JPEG*2 For computer playback or editing 3 Live control • Depending on the type of card used, recording may end before the maximum length is reached. *1 Individual movies can be up to 29 minutes long. *2 Files may be up to 2GB in size.
Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. 1 Display the live control and select the metering item using FG. 2 Select an option with HI and press Q. S-AF ISO AUTO OFF R ESP P SH p Digital ESP metering The camera meters exposure in 324 areas of the frame and optimizes exposure for the current scene or (if an option other than [OFF] is selected for [I Face Priority]) portrait subject. This mode is recommended for general use.
Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). You can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. 1 Display the live control and select the AF mode item using FG. 2 Select an option with HI and press Q. S-AF ISO AUTO • The selected AF mode is displayed on the monitor. OFF R Single AF P S-AF C-AF MF S-AF S-AF MF C-AF TR C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway.
Movie sound options (recording sound with movies) 1 2 Display the live control and select the Movie R item using FG. R ISO R AUTO i R Switch ON/OFF using HI and press Q. Movie R On n OFF ON ON # Cautions 3 Live control 60 EN • When recording sound in a movie, the sound made by the lens 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.
4 Menu functions Using the menus The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use. W X q c # d 4 Not displayed at default settings. 1 Menu functions * Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 76) Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 92)* Camera setup (e.g.
Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j 4:3 Off Set Back W 4 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 62 EN Card Setup (P. 62) Reset/Myset (P. 63) Picture Mode (P. 64) K (P. 65) Image Aspect (P. 55) Digital Tele-converter (P. 70) X j/Y (Drive/Self-timer) (P. 43, 65) Image Stabilizer (P. 53) Bracketing (P. 66) Multiple Exposure (P. 68) Time Lapse Settings (P. 69) # RC Mode (P.
Restoring default settings (Reset/Myset) Camera settings can be easily restored to registered settings. Using reset settings Restore default settings. 1 2 Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q. Select [Reset] and press Q. • Highlight [Reset] and press I to choose the reset type. To reset all settings except the time, date, and a few others, highlight [Full] and press Q. g “Menu directory” (P.
Processing options (Picture Mode) Make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters using the [Picture Mode] item in [Live Control]. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter 1 2 Set Back 4 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 64 EN 2 3 j 4:3 Off Select an option with FG and press Q. Press I to display settings for the selected option.
Pict. Tone (Monotone) h i-a J K k k Colors the black and white image. N:Neutral Creates a normal black and white image. S:Sepia Sepia B:Blue Bluish P:Purple Purplish G:Green Greenish # Cautions • Changes to contrast have no effect at settings other than [Normal]. 4 Image quality (K) • You can change the JPEG image size and compression ratio combination, and [X] and [W] pixel counts. [K Set], [Pixel Count] g “Using the custom menus” (P.
Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. 1 Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 j/Y Image Stabilizer Bracketing Multiple Exposure Time Lapse Settings # RC Mode Back 2 4 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 66 EN Choose a bracketing type. • t or f is displayed in the monitor.
FL BKT (FL bracketing) The camera varies flash level over three shots (no modification on the first shot, negative on the second, and positive on the third). In single-frame shooting, one shot is taken each time the shutter button is pressed; in sequential shooting, all shots are taken while the shutter button is pressed. Bracketing • The t indicator turns green during bracketing. -AE BKT Off • The size of the bracketing increment changes with the value A-- G-WB BKT 3f 0.3EV selected for [EV Step].
Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure) Record multiple exposures in a single image, using the option currently selected for image quality. 1 2 4 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 68 EN Select [Multiple Exposure] in X Shooting Menu 2. Adjust settings. Frame Select [2f]. Auto Gain When set to [On], the brightness of each frame is set to 1/2 and the images are overlaid. When set to [Off], the images are overlaid with the original brightness of each frame.
Shooting automatically with a fixed interval (time lapse shooting) You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes. 1 Perform the following settings under [Time Lapse Settings] in X Shooting Menu 2. Frame Sets the number of frames to be shot. Start Waiting Time Sets waiting time before starting to shot. Interval Time Sets interval between shots after shooting starts.
Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) Digital Tele-converter is used to zoom in beyond the current zoom ratio. The camera saves the center crop. Zoom is increased by about 2×. 1 2 Select [On] for [Digital Tele-converter] in W Shooting Menu 1. The view in the monitor will be enlarged by a factor of two. • The subject will be recorded as it appears in the monitor. # Cautions • Digital zoom is not available with multiple exposures, in J mode, or when T, s, f, w, or m is selected in SCN mode.
Playback Menu Playback Menu 1 2 m R Edit < Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back m (P. 51) R (P. 71) Edit (P. 71) Set < (P. 96) Reset Protect (P. 73) Connection to Smartphone (P. 73) Displaying images rotated (R) When set to [On], photographs taken with the camera rotated in portrait orientation are automatically rotated and displayed in portrait orientation. Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. 1 2 3 Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q.
Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. [P]: Use the dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to position the crop. O JPEG Edit 4 Menu functions (Playback menus) 72 EN Set [Aspect]: Changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 (standard) to [3:2], [16:9], [1:1], or [3:4]. After changing the aspect ratio, use FGHI to specify the trimming position.
Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) 1 2 3 4 Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. Use FG to select [Image Overlay] and press Q. Select the number of images in the overlay and press Q. Use FGHI to select the RAW images that will be used in the overlay.
Setup Menu Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu 1 2 X W --.--.-- --:-English j±0 k±0 5sec Rec View Wi-Fi Settings c/# Menu Display Firmware Back Option 4 Menu functions (Setup menus) 74 EN Set g Description X (Date/time setting) Set the camera clock. W (Changing the display language) You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from English to another language.
Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings) To use the wireless LAN functions on the camera (P. 103), you need to make setting such as the password to be used when connecting. [Private] and [One-Time] for a one-time connection are available. Setting password selection method 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Wi-Fi Connect Settings] and press I. Select the wireless LAN connection method and press Q. • [Private]: Connect using a preset password.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu 4 R S T U V W X Y Z b AF/MF (P. 76) Button/Dial/Lever (P. 77) 2 Release/j (P. 77) Disp/8/PC (P. 78) Exp/p/ISO (P. 79) # Custom (P. 80) K/Color/WB (P. 81) Record/Erase (P. 82) Movie (P. 83) R S T U V W X AF/MF Button/Dial/Lever Release/j Disp/8/PC Exp/p/ISO # Custom K/Color/WB Back Set K Utility (P.
MENU R AF/MF Option AF Illuminat. I Face Priority Description Button Function Dial Function Dial Direction L Lever Function Option Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j + IS Off Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S. Priority Release Lag-Time c Description S g Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [;Function], [aFunction], [RFunction], [IFunction], [GFunction], [nFunction], [lFunction] You can change the functions assigned to the main dial and sub-dial.
U Disp/8/PC HDMI Video Out KControl Settings c MENU Option Description g [HDMI Out]: Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable. [HDMI Control]: Select [On] to allow the camera to be operated using remotes for TVs that support HDMI control. Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region. Choose the controls displayed in each shooting mode. Live Control (P. 52) P/A/ ART SCN A S/M On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off 4 Live SCP (P.
MENU U Disp/8/PC Option Flicker reduction LV Close Up Mode Peaking Settings Backlit LCD Sleep 8 (Beep sound) USB Mode Description Option EV Step Noise Reduct. Noise Filter ISO ISO Step g Reduce the effects of flicker under some kinds of lighting, including fluorescent lamps. When flicker is not reduced by the [Auto] setting, set to [50Hz] or [60Hz] in accordance with the commercial power frequency of the region where the camera is used. [mode1]: Pressing the shutter button halfway cancels zoom.
MENU V Exp/p/ISO Option ISO-Auto Set ISO-Auto 4 Metering AEL Metering Menu functions (Custom menus) BULB/TIME Timer BULB/TIME Monitor Live BULB Live TIME Anti-Shock z Description 80 EN g 58 Choose the delay between the shutter button being pressed and the shutter being released. This diminishes camera shake caused by vibrations. This feature is useful in situations such as microscope photography and astrophotography. It is also useful for sequential shooting (P. 43) and self timer photography (P.
X K/Color/WB K Set Description X g You can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image sizes and four compression rates. 1) Use HI to select a combination ([K1] – [K4]) and use FG to change. D Set 1 2 Y SF 2) Press Q. X F 3 W N Pixel Count 4 W SF 56 F Set Back Image size Compression rate 4 Choose the pixel count for [X]- and [W]-size images. 1) Select [Pixel Count] in the c Custom Menu tab X. 2) Select [Xiddle] or [Wmall] and press I.
Y Record/Erase Option Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name 4 Menu functions (Custom menus) Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings Copyright Settings* MENU c Description Y g If [On] is selected, pressing the button in the playback display will immediately delete the current image. Choose the action performed when a photograph recorded at a setting of RAW+JPEG is erased in single-frame playback (P. 19). [JPEG]: Only the JPEG copy is erased. [RAW]: Only the RAW copy is erased.
Z Movie Option nMode Movie R Movie Effect MENU c Description g Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control. Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control. 55 60 29 Choose [On] to enable movie effects in n mode. Reduce wind noise during recording. Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume Adjust microphone sensitivity according to the distance to your subject.
AEL/AFL c MENU R [AEL/AFL] S-AF AEL/AFL Autofocus and metering can be performed by pressing the button to which AEL/AFL has been assigned. Choose a mode for each focus mode.
Button Function MENU c S [Button Function] See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button. Button function items [;Function] / [aFunction] / [RFunction]*1 / [IFunction] / [GFunction] / [nFunction] ([Direct Function]*2 / [P]*3) / [lFunction]*4 *1 Not available in n mode. *2 Assign the function to each of FGHI. *3 Choose the AF target. *4 Choose the function assigned to the button on some lenses. Adjust exposure compensation.
I/H The button can be used to choose between I and H while the underwater case is attached. Press and hold the button to return to the previous mode. This enables U (Underwater) to be set in WB mode. When using an ED12-50mmEZ lens with power zoom (E-ZOOM), the lens is automatically zoomed to the WIDE end or TELE end in accordance with I and H switching. Live Guide Press the button to display live guides. b (Digital Tele-converter) Press the button to turn digital zoom on or off.
Viewing camera images on TV Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. HDMI Micro connector (type D) HDMI cable (sold separately: CB-HD1) (Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV.) Type A AV cable (sold separately: CB-AVC3) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).) 1 Use the cable to connect the camera to the TV.
Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. 1 2 3 4 Select [HDMI] in c Custom Menu tab U. Select [HDMI Control] and choose [On]. Operate the camera by using the TV remote control. • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV.
LV super control panel The LV super control panel displays the current status of the shooting settings. You can use it to set different options. Select options using the arrow pad or touch operations to change the settings. 1 6 Recommended ISO ISO AUTO 2 3 4 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 5 4:3 mall Super Fine +RAW P 9 AEL / AFL 0 250 F5.6 +2.0 f e d c 8 Off 38 b a 4 Settings that can be modified using super control panel 9 0 a b c d e f B&W Filter x .................................P.
Adding information displays (G/Info Settings) LV-Info (Shooting information displays) Use [LV-Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting. ISO ISO 200 200 LN LN HD P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Histogram display 4 250 F5.6 0.
G Settings (Index/calendar display) You can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar display using [G Settings]. The additional screens are displayed by turning the main dial during playback. p Q p p 2013.6 Sun 2013.06.01 12:30 20 L N 100-0020 2013.06.01 12:30 20 Single-frame playback q 2013.06.01 12:30 4 frames 20 q 2013.06.
Using the accessory port menus You can make settings relating to devices connected via the accessory port. Before Using the Accessory Port Menus The Accessory Port menu is only available when the appropriate option is selected for the [c/# Menu Display] item in the setup menu. 4 Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 92 EN 1 Press the MENU button to display the menus, and display the d (Setup Menu) tab. 2 Select [c/# Menu Display] and set [# Menu Display] to [On].
Using OLYMPUS PENPAL The optional OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures from, Bluetooth devices or other cameras connected to an OLYMPUS PENPAL. Visit the OLYMPUS website for more information on Bluetooth devices. Sending images Resize and upload JPEG images to another device. Before sending images, make sure that the receiving device is set to the mode for receiving data. 1 Display the picture you wish to send full frame and press Q.
Editing the address book The OLYMPUS PENPAL can store host information. You can assign names to hosts or delete host information. 1 Select [OLYMPUS PENPAL Share] in # Accessory Port Menu (P. 92). 2 3 Select [Address Book] and press Q. 4 1 Select [Address List] and press Q. • The names of existing hosts are listed. Set Back Select the host you wish to edit and press Q. Deleting hosts Select [Yes] and press Q. 4 Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 94 EN A.
B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album Option Copy All MENU B # g Description All images and sound files are copied between the SD card and OLYMPUS PENPAL. Copied images are resized according to the option selected for picture copy size. 93 Reset Protect Remove protection from all pictures in the OLYMPUS PENPAL album. 94 Album Mem. Usage Show the number of pictures currently in the album and the number of additional pictures that can be stored at [Size 2: Medium]. 94 Album Mem.
5 Printing pictures Print reservation (DPOF) You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. You can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer. A memory card is required when creating a print order. Creating a print order 1 2 Press Q during playback and select [<]. Select [<] or [U] and press Q.
Removing all or selected pictures from the print order You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures. 1 2 Press Q during playback and select [<]. 3 Press HI to select images you wish to remove from the print order. 4 Select the date and time format and press Q. 5 Select [Set] and press Q. Select [<] and press Q. • To remove all pictures from the print order, select [Reset] and press Q. To exit without removing all pictures, select [Keep] and press Q.
Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable. 1 Use HI to display the pictures you want to print on the camera. 2 Press I. • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use HI to select the image and press Q. • To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while the picture selection screen is displayed.
Selecting pictures you want to print 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. 123-3456 2013.06.01 12:30 Select Print 15 Single Print More 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.
6 Connecting the camera to a computer Installing the PC software Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP • A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. # Cautions 6 Connecting the camera to a computer • If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu.
3 Register your Olympus product. 4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better (Core2Duo 2.
Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows: Macintosh: 6 Windows XP Home Edition/ Windows XP Professional/ Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 Mac OS X v.10.3 or later 1 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera.
Using the camera wireless LAN function You can use the camera wireless LAN function to connect to a smartphone over a wireless network. • View and transfer images stored on the camera card. • Add position information to image using the smartphone position information. • Operate the camera using your smartphone. For these operations, a smartphone with the smartphone app installed is necessary. See the Olympus website for details on “OI.Share”, the smartphone app.
Private connection The following procedure can be used to connect. 1 2 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in [Playback Menu], and press Q. 3 Enter the SSID and password into your smartphone. Follow the operation guide displayed on the monitor, pressing Q to proceed. • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor. • If you use OI.Share on your smartphone to read the QR code, the SSID and password are entered automatically.
Things you can do with OI.Share Synchronize the time and date on your camera with your smartphone Synchronize the time and date on your smartphone and camera to allow position information to be added to images on your camera. Start time synchronization in OI.Share. • It may take a minute or so for the camera time to synchronize. Adding smartphone position information to images 1 Start position information recording in OI.Share. 2 End the connection. 3 Stop position information recording in OI.
7 Other 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 drops at low temperatures. Remove the battery and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a while.
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. 79) The number of AF targets is reduced The number and size of AF targets varies with aspect ratio, group target settings, and the option selected for [Digital Tele-converter].
Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card or insert a different card. There is a problem with the card. Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. If the card cannot 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. (P. 113) • The card is full.
Monitor indication Possible cause Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. m Internal camera temperature is too high. Please wait for cooling before camera use. Corrective action The internal temperature of the camera has risen due to sequential shooting. Wait a moment for the camera to turn off automatically. Allow the internal temperature of the camera to cool before resuming operations. The battery is drained. Charge the battery.
Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and well wrung. Monitor: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. After using the monitor or taking continuous shots, wait for at least one minute before using the pixel mapping function to ensure that it operates correctly. 1 2 Select [Pixel Mapping] in c Custom Menu (P. 83) tab b. Press I, then press Q. • The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress.
8 Battery and charger Battery and charger • Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Use only genuine OLYMPUS rechargeable batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly. • Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode. • Displaying images on the monitor for a prolonged period.
9 Card basics Usable cards In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or format.
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. Record Number of pixels mode (Pixel Count) 9 Card basics RAW YSF YF YN YB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB 4608×3456 3200×2400 2560×1920 1920×1440 1600×1200 1280×960 1024×768 640×480 Compression Loss-less compression 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.
10 Interchangeable lenses Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds system and bearing the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL label or the symbol shown at right. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses. # Cautions • 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.
Using power zoom lenses with macro functions (ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3EZ) Lens operation is determined by the position of the zoom ring. MACRO button MACRO Zoom ring + While pressing E-ZOOM (Power Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring for power zoom. Zoom speed is determined by the amount of rotation. M-ZOOM (Manual Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring to zoom in and out. MACRO (Macro Photography) To photography subjects at a range of 0.2 to 0.5 m, press the MACRO button and slide the zoom ring forward.
Cap lens control (BCL-1580) Use the MF lever to open and close the lens barrier, and adjust the focus between infinity and close-up. • There is no data communication between camera and lens. • Some functions of the camera cannot be used. • Set the focal distance to 15 mm for the image stabilization function.
Main lens specifications Items 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R Mount ED40-150mm f4.0-5.6R Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 14 – 42 mm 40 – 150 mm 14 – 150 mm Max. aperture f/3.5 – 5.6 f/4.0 – 5.6 f/4.0 – 5.6 Image angle 75° – 29° 30.3° – 8.2° 75° – 8.2° Lens configuration 7 groups, 8 lenses 10 groups, 13 lenses 11 groups, 15 lenses f/3.5 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 0.25 m – ) (14 – 19mm) 0.3 m – ) (20 – 42mm) 0.9 m – ) 0.
11 Using separately sold accessories Electronic Viewfinder (VF-4) The VF-4 electronic viewfinder switches on automatically when you look through it. While the viewfinder is on, the camera monitor display is switched off. You can select whether to automatically switch the display between the viewfinder and monitor using the menu settings. Note that menus and other settings information are still displayed on the camera monitor when the viewfinder is switched on.
Manually switching between the viewfinder and monitor Set the automatic switch to off, and control the switching using the u button on the external viewfinder. 1 2 In the # Accessory Port Menu, select [CEVF] and press the Q button. 3 Select [Off] and press the Q button. Select [EVF Auto Switch] and press the Q button. • The same menu can also be displayed by pressing and holding the u button on the VF-4.
External flash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external flash units to achieve a flash 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.
3 Adjust the settings for each group in the LV super control panel. Group • Select the flash control mode and adjust the flash intensity separately for each group. For MANUAL, select the flash intensity. Adjust settings for the camera flash unit. Flash intensity value Normal flash/Super FP flash • Switch between normal flash and Super FP flash. A Mode TTL M Off TTL P 250 F5.6 +5.0 1/8 – +3.0 Ch Communication light level • Set the communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO]. LO 1 0.
Principal Accessories Four Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3) The camera requires a Four Thirds lens adapter to attach Four Thirds lenses. Some features, such as autofocus, may not be available. Remote cable (RM–UC1) Use when the slightest camera movement can result in blurred pictures, for example for macro or bulb photography. The remote cable attaches via the camera multiconnector. Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fish-eye or macro photography.
System chart Viewfinder Power Supply BLN-1 BCN-1 Li-ion Battery Li-ion Battery Charger VF-1 VF-4 Optical View Finder Electronic View Finder Remote Operation RM-UC1 Remote Cable USB Cable/ Connection Cable AV Cable/ HDMI Cable Case / Strap Shoulder Strap Camera Case 11 Using separately sold accessories 124 EN Memory Card*4 Accessory port devices SD/SDHC/ SDXC/Eye-Fi OLYMPUS PENPAL PP-1*3 SEMA-1 Communication Unit Microphone Set 1 Software MAL-1 OLYMPUS Viewer Digital Photo Managing So
: E-P5 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens*2 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-150mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R M.
Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset].
q Playback Menu Tab q Function Start BGM Effect Slide Slide Interval Movie Interval Default ― Melancholy Fade m All 3 sec Short On R RAW Data Edit ― JPEG Edit ― Sel. Image Edit ― R Image Overlay ― ― < Reset Protect ― Connection to Smartphone ― *1 g *2 *3 71 71 72 73 73 96 73 73 *1 *2 *3 g 14 74 74 74 51 d Setup Menu Tab d Function X W* i Rec View Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Vivid 0.5 sec * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.
c Custom Menu Tab c R AF/MF Function AF Mode Still Picture Movie Full-time AF AEL/AFL 11 Using separately sold accessories 128 EN Reset Lens BULB/TIME Focusing Focus Ring Magnify MF Assist Peaking P Set Home AF Illuminat.
ISO-Auto Set ISO-Auto Metering AEL Metering BULB/TIME Timer BULB/TIME Monitor Live BULB Live TIME Anti-Shock z W # Custom # X-Sync.
11 Using separately sold accessories 130 EN Tab Function c X K/Color/WB K Set Xiddle Pixel Count Wmall Shading Comp. WB All Set All > All Reset W Keep Warm Color #+WB Color Space Y Record/Erase Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings Copyright Info.
# Accessory Port Menu Tab Function # A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait Address List Address Search Timer Book New Pairing My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album Copy All Reset Protect Album Mem. Usage Album Mem.
Specifications Camera Product type Product type Lens Lens mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera Image pickup device Product type No. of total pixels No. of effective pixels Screen size Aspect ratio Live view Sensor Field of view Monitor Product type Total no.
Drive Drive mode Sequential shooting Self-timer Energy saving function Flash Guide number Firing angle Flash control mode Sync speed Wireless LAN Single-frame shooting/Sequential shooting/Self-timer Up to 9 fps (T) Operation time: 12 sec./2 sec./Customized Switch to sleep mode: 1 minute, Power OFF: 4 hours (This function can be customized.
Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No. of charge and discharge times Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium ion battery DC 7.6 V 1220 mAh Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Approx. 36.0 mm (W) × 15.4 mm (H) × 50.2 mm (D) (1.4" × 0.6" × 2.0") Approx. 52 g (1.1 Ib.) Lithium ion charger MODEL NO.
12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
• Keep young children, infants, and animals such as pets 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.
CAUTION Precautions when using the wireless LAN function WARNING • Turn off the camera in hospitals and other locations where medical equipment is present. The radio waves from the camera may adversely affect medical equipment, causing a malfunction that results in an accident. • Turn off the camera when onboard aircraft. Using wireless devices onboard may hinder safe operation of the aircraft.
Monitor The display on the rear of the camera is an LCD monitor. • In the unlikely event that the monitor breaks, do not put the liquid crystal in your mouth. Any of the material adhering to your hands, feet, or clothing should be rinsed off immediately. • 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.
FCC Notice FCC Caution 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 in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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4 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints (or files on disk) if available and related to the problem. When service is completed, the Product will be returned to you postage prepaid. WHERE TO SEND PRODUCT FOR SERVICE See “WORLDWIDE WARRANTY” for the nearest service center. INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY SERVICE International warranty service is available under this warranty.
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Index Symbols A # RC Mode .......................................121 W (Language selection) .................74 c/# Menu Display .......................74, 92 P Set Home .....................................76 I Face Priority .............................41, 77 j H fps..............................................77 j L fps ..............................................77 j + IS Off ..........................................77 G/Info Settings ..................................78 K Control Settings .......
E L Edit Filename.......................................82 Erase Selected ....................................19 EVF Adjust ...........................................95 EV Step ...............................................79 Exposure Shift .....................................83 Eye-Fi ..................................................83 Lens I.S. Priority ..................................77 Level Adjust .........................................83 Live BULB............................................
P W P (Program shooting) ..........................25 Peaking Settings..................................79 Picture Copy Size ................................95 Picture Mode .................................54, 64 Picture Mode Settings .........................78 Pixel Count ..........................................81 Pixel Mapping .................................... 111 Print .....................................................97 Print reservation < .............................96 Priority Set ........
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