Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Shooting 3. Viewing photographs and movies 4. Basic operations 5. Using shooting options 6. Menu functions 7. Connecting the camera to a smartphone 8. Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer 9. Battery, battery charger, and card 10. Interchangeable lenses 11. Using separately sold accessories 12. Information 13.
This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly directed to users in North America. Information for Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read and understand all instructions before using. • Close supervision is necessary when any flash is used by or near children. Do not leave flash unattended while in use. • Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
Table of Contents 7 Unpack the box contents.............9 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 10 Names of parts ...........................10 Charging and inserting the battery .........................................12 Inserting the card .......................13 Removing the card ...................13 Attaching a lens to the camera .........................................14 Power on .....................................15 Setting the date/time ..................16 Selecting a shooting mode....
Table of Contents Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows ............46 Choosing a focus target (AF Area) ..................................47 Setting the AF target .................47 Face priority AF/ pupil detection AF .....................48 Zoom frame AF/zoom AF..........49 Information display during playback ......................................50 Playback image information .....50 Switching the information display ......................................
Using the custom menus...........85 R AF/MF ..................................85 S Button/Dial ...........................86 T Release/j .........................86 U Disp/8/PC ..........................87 V Exp/p/ISO..........................88 W # Custom ............................89 X K/Color/WB .......................90 Y Record/Erase .......................91 Z Movie ...................................92 b K Utility ..............................92 AEL/AFL ...................................
Other external flash units ........126 Principal Accessories ..............127 System chart .............................128 Table of Contents Information 130 Shooting tips and information................................130 Error codes ...............................132 Cleaning and storing the camera .......................................134 Cleaning the camera ..............134 Storage ...................................134 Cleaning and checking the image pickup device ...............
Quick task index Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) 44 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 62 Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 42 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 24 Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 46 Taking pictures with a blurred background Taking pictures that stop the subject in motion or convey a sense of motion Taking pictures with the correct colo
Preview function 94 Test Picture 94 Checking horizontal or vertical orientation before shooting Level gauge 31 Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid 87 Autoq (Rec View) 84 Checking set effect before taking a picture Quick task index Zooming in on photos to check focus Self-portraits mode2 (q Close Up Mode) 88 Self-timer 61 Scene mode (SCN) 42 Sequential shooting Sequential shooting 61 Extending the useful life of the battery Sleep 88 Increasing the number of pictures
Unpack the box contents Camera • • • • Body cap Strap USB cable CB-USB6 Flash case Computer software CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Flash FL-LM1 Lithium ion battery BLS-50 Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Lithium ion charger BCS-5 Attaching the strap 1 2 3 • Attach the strap on the other side in the same way.
1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Names of parts 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 0 5 6 a 7 b f g h i c d 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 * 10 EN e a Lens release button ........................P. 14 Mode dial ........................................P. 17 b Lens lock pin Shutter button .................................P. 18 c Tripod socket ON/OFF button ..............................P. 15 d Battery/card compartment lock .......P. 12 Control dial* P ...................
4 5 1 6 2 3 b c a F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 46) H (Left) / P (AF target) button (P. 47) I (Right) /# (Flash) button (P. 65) Q button (P. 56, 71) 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 7 8 9 0 G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) button (P. 61) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Speaker Monitor ....................P. 15, 22, 29, 31, 50 Accessory port ......................P. 101, 140 Hot shoe .......................................P. 124 G/Fn button ...............................
Charging and inserting the battery 1 1 Charging the battery. Charging indicator Charging indicator Preparing the camera and flow of operations Charging in progress Charging complete Charging error Direction indicating mark (S) 3 Lithium ion battery Lights orange Off Blinks orange (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) AC wall outlet 1 Lithium ion charger 2 AC cable Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete.
Inserting the card 1 Loading the card. 1 Eye-Fi Cards Read “Usable cards” (P. 116) before use. Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the battery or card. 2 Closing the battery/card compartment cover. • Close the cover and slide the battery/ card compartment lock in the direction shown by the arrow. 1 2 Cautions • Be sure the battery/card compartment cover is closed before using the camera. Preparing the camera and flow of operations • Open the battery/card compartment cover.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 1 Attach a lens to the camera. 3 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 2 Rear cap 2 • Remove the rear cap of the lens and the body cap of the camera. • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body. • Rotate the lens clockwise until you hear it click (direction indicated by arrow 3). Cautions • Make sure the camera is turned off when attaching or removing the lens.
Power on 1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. 1 • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF button again. Monitor Battery level ; (green): Camera ready to shoot. : (green): Low battery ] (blinks red): Charge the battery. Wi-Fi ISO-A 200 01:02:03 250 F5.6 38 Using the monitor 1 Press the monitor down. 2 Adjust the angle of the monitor according to the hinge axis.
Setting the date/time 1 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. Some functions cannot be used if the date and time have not been set. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus.
Selecting a 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. n J SCN ART Shoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects. You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
2 Shooting Shooting still pictures 1 2 Set up the camera and decide on the composition. Shooting • Be careful that your fingers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens or AF illuminator. Landscape position 2 Portrait position 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).
Self-portraits Inverting the monitor allows you to take pictures of yourself while you preview the frame. 1 Lower the monitor slightly and invert it. 1 1 2 Shooting 2 • If a power zoom lens is attached, the camera automatically switches to wide angle. • The self portrait menu is displayed in the monitor. • The monitor displays a mirror image (flipped horizontally). 4:3 LN FullHD F 45:67:89 2341 A One Touch e-Portrait C Shutter Touch Turning this on makes skin look smooth and translucent.
Recording movies You can record movies when the mode dial is on any mode except J (PHOTO STORY). Try recording in full auto mode first. 2 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. 3 Press the R button again to end recording. R button • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P. 22).
Taking photographs during movie recording (Movie+Photo Mode) • Press the shutter button during movie recording to record one of the frames of the movie as a photograph (mode1). To end movie recording, press the R button. The photograph and movie files will be recorded separately to the memory card. The record mode of the photographs will be XN (16:9). • There is also a way of recording a photograph of a higher quality (mode2).
Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen during playback or when framing pictures in the monitor. Cautions 2 Shooting • The situations in which touch screen operations are not available include the following. Panorama/3D/e-portrait/multiple exposure/during bulb, time or live composite photography/one-touch white balance dialog/when buttons or dials are in use • Do not touch the display with your fingernails or other sharp objects.
Using the wireless LAN function You can connect the camera to a smartphone and control the camera over Wi-Fi. You must have the specified app installed on the smartphone in advance. g “Connecting the camera to a smartphone” (P. 104) Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 2 ISO-A 200 01:02:03 30 Shooting 250 F5.
Setting shooting functions Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. 2 Shooting 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. Touch the tab or press the Fn button to display live guides. • Touch a guide item and press Q after selecting to display the slider of the level bar. Guide item Tab Wi-Fi Change Color Saturation ISO-A 200 250 F5.
Cautions • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] cannot be set at the same time. 2 Shooting • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. • Pictures may appear grainy at some live guide setting levels. • Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor. • Frame rates drop when [Blurred Motion] is selected. • The flash cannot be used with the live guide.
3 Viewing photographs and movies Viewing photographs and movies 1 Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the control dial (P) or arrow pad. control dial 3 Wi-Fi Viewing photographs and movies Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame L N 100-0020 2014.07.
Viewing still images Close-up playback In single-frame playback, press U to zoom in; press G to return to single-frame playback. Wi-Fi L N 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 20 3 2x Viewing photographs and movies 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. Press it again to pause playback. Press the MENU button to end playback.
Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press the D button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. You can erase images without the confirmation step by changing the button settings. g [Quick Erase] (P. 91) Erase 3 Yes No Viewing photographs and movies D button Back Set Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order]) You can select images you want to transfer to a smartphone in advance. When playing back images you want to transfer, press Q to display the playback menu.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Viewing additional images • Slide your finger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames. 3 Index/Calendar Playback 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. • Tap R several times to return to single-frame playback.
4 Basic operations Information displays while shooting Monitor display when shooting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0a D 4 Basic operations C B A z y Wi-Fi FP RC BKT off cd 28mm S-IS AUTO WB AUTO S-AF ISO-A 400 -2.0 4:3 LN x w v -3 AEL P 250 F5.6 utsr 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f 30 EN FPS b q Card write indicator .........................P. 13 Wireless LAN connection........P. 23, 107 Super FP flash ..............................P. 124 RC mode.......................................P.
y z A B C Flash intensity control .....................P. 68 ISO sensitivity .................................P. 70 AF mode .........................................P. 69 Metering mode ................................P. 68 Flash mode .....................................P. 65 D Battery check ; Lit up (green): Ready for use. (Displayed for about ten seconds after the camera is turned on.) : Lit up (green): Battery is running low. ] Blinks (red): Charging required. E Live guide recall ......................
Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) P mode is a shooting mode where the camera automatically sets the optimal aperture and shutter speed according to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A Shutter speed 200 LN 4 FullHD F Basic operations Shooting mode P 250 F5.6 0.0 Aperture value 01:02:03 38 • The shutter speed and aperture selected by the camera are displayed.
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) Mode A is a shooting mode where you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate shutter speed. Rotale the mode dial to A. • You can adjust the aperture by rotating the control dial (P). • After pressing the F button (F), you can also use FG to choose the aperture.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) Mode S is a shooting mode where you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate aperture. Rotate the mode dial to S. • Rotate the control dial (P) to set the shutter speed. • After pressing the F button (F), you can also use FG to choose the shutter speed. • 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) Mode M is a shooting mode where you choose both the aperture and shutter speed. They can be set even in bulb, time, and live composite photography, where the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M, rotate the control dial (P) to adjust the shutter speed, and after presssing the F button (F), rotate the control dial (P) to adjust the aperture. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO 400 LN FullHD F M 250 F5.6 0.
Cautions • There are limits on the available ISO sensitivity settings. • To reduce camera blur, mount the camera on a sturdy tripod and use a remote cable (P. 127). • During shooting, there are limits on the settings for the following functions. Sequential shooting/self-timer shooting/interval shooting/AE bracket shooting/image stabilizer/flash bracketing/multiple exposure* etc. *When an option other than [Off] is selected for [Live BULB] or [Live TIME] (P.
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. 62) 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.
Movie Tele-converter 4 Basic operations 38 EN 1 Touch the icon to display the zoom frame. 2 Touch M or press the U button 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. • You can change the position of the zoom frame by touching the screen or using FGHI. • Press and hold Q to return the zoom frame to a central position. • Touch N or press the U button to return to the zoom frame display.
Using PHOTO STORY 1 Rotate the mode dial to J. 1 • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A Standard B Speed C Zoom In/Out D Layout F Fun Frames Q Works in progress Standard 1 2 3 4 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY. • You can display a detailed screen where you choose the variation or number of frames by using I. • You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme.
5 Shoot an image for the next frame. • View and shoot the subject for the next frame. • Press D to cancel the image in the directly preceding frame and retake the shot. • Touch any frame to cancel the image in it and retake the shot. Touch the frame, and then touch O. ISO-A 200 1 250 F5.0 Shot image 6 4 Basic operations 40 EN 0.0 1023 Next frame 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.
Resuming shooting of works in progress 1 2 Set the mode dial to J. 3 Select the data with which you want to resume shooting using the arrow pad, and press the Q button. Use FG to select Works in progress Q. 2014.07.01 12:30 • Partially saved data is displayed in the index. • Q appears on partially saved data. • Shooting resumes from the previous session.
Shooting in scene mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG. • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the scene menu.
• In [Panning], camera movement is detected and the optimal shutter speed is controlled when moving the camera to track a moving subject. It is convenient for shooting moving subjects as if the background is flowing. In [Panning], J is displayed during panning detection, and I is displayed when nothing is detected. When using a lens with an image stabilizer switch in [Panning], turn the image stabilizer switch off. Sufficient panning effects may not be obtained in bright conditions.
Using art filters Rotate the mode dial to ART. 1 4 Basic operations 44 EN • 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 Types of art filters j Pop Art Creates an image that emphasizes the beauty of color. k Soft Focus Creates an image that expresses a soft tone atmosphere. l Pale&Light Color overall light and slightly overexposing the image.
2 Shoot. • To choose a different setting, press Q to display the art filter menu. ART bracketing When one shot is taken, images are recorded for each selected art filter. Press I to choose filters. Art effects Art filters can be modified and effects can be added. Pressing I in the art filter menu displays additional options. Modifying filters Option I is the original filter, while options II and on add effects that modify the original filter.
Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) After pressing the F button (F), use the control dial (P) or HI to adjust the exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±5.0 EV. 4 Basic operations Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) Cautions • Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode. • The monitor display changes only up to ±3.0 EV.
Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the P button (H) to display the AF target. Use FGHI to change to single target display and select the AF position. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. 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 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 Selection method 4 Basic operations J 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.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO U S-IS AUTO ISO-A ISO-A 200 200 LN LN Off FullHD FullHD F F 250 F5.6 0.0 Shooting display 01:02:03 30 250 F5.6 0.
Information display during playback Playback image information Simplified display 1 2 34 5 6 7 89 Wi-Fi ×10 4 Basic operations 3D f 4:3 L N 100-0015 2014.07.01 12:30 15 e d c 0 a b Overall display g h i jk Wi-Fi ×10 250 P +2.0 F5.6 45mm +1.0 WB AUTO A+4 ISO 400 G+4 Adobe Natural 4608×3456 3D 2014.07.
1 2 3 4 5 f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w Date and time .................................P. 16 Aspect border .................................P. 62 AF target .........................................P. 47 Shooting mode...................P. 17, 32 – 44 Exposure compensation .................P. 46 Shutter speed ..........................P. 32 – 35 Aperture value .........................P. 32 – 35 Focal length ..................................P. 121 Flash intensity control .....................P.
Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display G G 2014.7 Wi-Fi Sun L N 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 4 2014.07.
Manipulating playback images Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 82 D — Image Overlay g P. 83 D — Movie Play — D Share Order gP. 28 D D* 0 (Protect) D D R (Audio recording) D — Rotate D — m (Slideshow) D D Erase D D 4 Basic operations * Set Not available for H or I 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. Press Q to save settings and exit. You can also protect multiple selected images. g “Selecting images ([Share Order Selected], [0], [Erase Selected])” (P. 28) Wi-Fi 4:3 L N 100-0020 2014.07.
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 Adjust settings. Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. BGM Set [Joy] or turn BGM [Off]. Slide Set type of slideshow to execute. Slide Interval Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10 seconds.
5 Using shooting options Adjusting settings while shooting The live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor in P, A, S, M, n, and J modes. When the controls in KControl Settings is set to [Live Control], you can use live control even in ART and SCN. (P. 97) Live control screen S-IS AUTO 5 WB WB AUTO AUTO Functions 4:3 Using shooting options LN WB Auto P FullHD F Settings AUTO AUTO Available settings Image stabilizer ....................................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 AUTO j WB AUTO Image stabilizer 4:3 LN Focal Length Auto I.S. P 2 OFF S-IS S-IS S-IS FullHD F S-IS AUTO 50 mm Select an option with HI and press Q. Still-I.S.
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 Display the live control and select the white balance item using FG.
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. 1 Select [P], [Q], [W] or [X] (one-touch white balance 1, 2, 3 or 4) and press the INFO button. 2 Photograph a piece of colorless (white or gray) paper. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 74). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Display the live control and select picture mode. S-IS AUTO j Picture mode WB AUTO 4:3 LN FullHD Natural P 2 5 h i j j 4 F j 5 M C Select an option with HI and press Q. Using shooting options h i-Enhance i Vivid Produces vivid colors. j Natural Produces natural colors.
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 Display the live control and select sequential shooting/self timer using FG. S-IS AUTO WB AUTO 4:3 LN FullHD Single P 2 o T S Y12s Y2s F Sequential shooting/ self timer Yc Select an option using HI and press Q.
Setting the image aspect You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [16:9], [3:2], [1:1], or [3:4]. 1 2 Display the live control and select the aspect ratio item using FG. Use HI to select an aspect ratio and press Q.
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. S-IS AUTO WB AUTO 4:3 N FullHD 4608x3456 P RAW L L F N MN F SN L F+ RAW 38 Record mode 2 5 Select an option using HI and press Q.
Record modes (movies) Record mode 5 Using shooting options 64 EN Pixel count Full HD Fine 1920×1080 Full HD Normal 1920×1080 HD Fine 1280×720 HD Normal 1280×720 H 1280×720 I 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 • 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.
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 Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the camera. • Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and is securely in place. Hot shoe cover UNLOCK switch 1 2 5 Connector cover UNLOCK switch Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the flash unit.
4 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. 67) AUTO Auto flash # Fill-in flash Flash off $ !/#! #SLOW 5 Using shooting options 66 EN !SLOW #SLOW2/ 2nd Curtain #FULL, #1/4 etc. The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions. The flash fires regardless of the light conditions. The flash does not fire.
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. – 1/250 sec.* Always fires 30 sec. – 1/250 sec.* k k Fires automatically in dark/backlit conditions 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.* 1st curtain Always fires 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Flash off k k k Fill-in flash/Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) 2nd curtain Always fires 60 sec.
Adjusting flash output (flash intensity control) Flash output can be adjusted if you find that your subject to appears overexposed, or is underexposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is just right. 1 Flash compensation Display the live control and select the Flash intensity control item using FG. AUTO WB AUTO S-AF ISO AUTO i R 0.0 P 2 5 Select a flash compensation value using HI and press Q.
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. AUTO S-AF S-AF ISO AUTO AF mode i Single AF P 2 S-AF C-AF MF R S-AF MF C-AF TR Select an option with HI and press Q. • The selected AF mode is displayed on the monitor. C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway.
ISO sensitivity Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO], which starts at ISO 200 — a value that balances noise and dynamic range — and then adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions. 1 Display the live control and select the ISO sensitivity item using FG. AUTO S-AF ISO AUTO ISO-A 200 i Recommended 250 F5.6 P 5 2 AUTO LOW 200 AUTO R 0.
6 Menu functions Basic menu operations 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 Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 85)* Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 101)* Camera setup (e.g., date and language) 6 * Not displayed at default settings.
Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode j 4:3 Off Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Back Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup (P. 72) W Reset/Myset (P. 73) Picture Mode (P. 74) K (P. 75) Image Aspect (P. 62) Digital Tele-converter (P. 81) 6 Set Shooting Menu 2 X j/Y (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) (P. 61, 75) Image Stabilizer (P. 57) Bracketing (P. 76) HDR (P. 78) Multiple Exposure (P. 79) Time Lapse Settings (P. 80) # RC Mode (P.
Returning to default settings (Reset) Camera settings can be easily restored to 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) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 60) settings. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode 1 2 j Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Back 2 3 6 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 74 EN 4:3 Off Set 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 D D 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]. 6 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 “Image quality (record mode)” (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. You can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off. 1 Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q.
WB BKT (WB bracketing) Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) are automatically created from one shot, starting with the value currently selected for white balance. WB bracketing is available in P, A, S and M modes. • White balance can be varied by 2, 4, or 6 steps on each of WB BKT the A – B (Amber – Blue) and G – M (Green – Magenta) axes. A-B G-M • The camera brackets the value currently selected for white 3f 4Step 3f 4Step balance compensation.
Taking HDR (High Dynamic Range) images The camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR image. You can also shoot several images and perform HDR imaging on a computer (HDR bracketing photography). 1 Select [HDR] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 j/Y o Image Stabilizer Bracketing HDR Multiple Exposure Time Lapse Settings # RC Mode Off Off Off Off Off Back 2 Select a type of HDR photography and press the Q button.
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 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 6 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. Time Lapse Movie Sets recording format of frame sequence.
Wireless remote control flash photography The supplied flash unit and external flash units that offer a remote control mode and are designated for use with this camera can be used for wireless flash photography. g “Wireless remote control flash photography” (P. 124) 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.
Editing still images Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. 1 2 3 Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. 4 Select [RAW Data Edit] or [JPEG Edit] and press Q. Use FG to select [Sel. Image] and press Q. Use HI to select the image to be edited and press Q. • [RAW Data Edit] is displayed if the picture is a RAW image, [JPEG Edit] if it is a JPEG image. If the image was recorded in RAW+JPEG format, both [RAW Data Edit] and [JPEG Edit] will be displayed.
Cautions • 3D photos, movies, and temporarily saved files for PHOTO STORY cannot be edited. • Red-eye correction may not work depending on the image. • Editing of a JPEG image is not possible in the following cases: When an image is processed on a PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera • When resizing ([Q]) an image, you cannot select a larger number of pixels than was originally recorded.
Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu ’--.--.-- --:-- 1 English 2 Rec View Wi-Fi Settings Menu Display Firmware 0.5sec Back Option 6 Menu functions (Setup menus) 84 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.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R S T U V W X Y Z b AF/MF (P. 85) Button/Dial (P. 86) Custom Menu 1 2 Release/j (P. 86) Disp/8/PC (P. 87) Exp/p/ISO (P. 88) # Custom (P. 89) K/Color/WB (P. 90) Record/Erase (P. 91) Movie (P. 92) R S T U V W X AF/MF Button/Dial Release/j Disp/8/PC Exp/p/ISO # Custom K/Color/WB Back Set K Utility (P.
S Button/Dial MENU Option Button Function c Description g Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [FnFunction], [UFunction], [RFunction], [IFunction], [GFunction], [nFunction], [lFunction] Dial Function 6 Dial Direction Menu functions (Custom menus) Mode Dial Function Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j Image Stabilization Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S. Priority Release Lag-Time 94 You can change the function of the control dial (P).
U Disp/8/PC HDMI Video Out KControl Settings c MENU Option Description U 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. 96 96 Shooting mode Controls A P/A/ S/M ART SCN Live Control (P.
MENU U Disp/8/PC Option z lock 6 Description Menu functions (Custom menus) V Exp/p/ISO Option EV Step Noise Reduct. ISO ISO Step ISO-Auto Set U g If [On] is selected, the preview switches between lock and release every time the button registered for preview is pressed. — q Close Up Mode [mode1]: Press U to zoom in (to a maximum of 14 ×) and press G to zoom out. [mode2]: Press U to display the zoom frame for the specified zoom ratio. Press U again to zoom in.
MENU V Exp/p/ISO Option ISO-Auto Metering AEL Metering BULB/TIME Timer BULB/TIME Monitor Live BULB Live TIME Composite Settings Description Option g Choose the shooting modes in which [Auto] ISO sensitivity is available. [P/A/S]: Auto ISO sensitivity selection is available in all modes except M. ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO200 in mode M. [All]: Auto ISO sensitivity selection is available in all modes. Choose a metering mode according to the scene. Choose the metering method used for AE lock (P.
X K/Color/WB K Set Description g D Set 1 2 Y SF X F 3 W N Pixel Count 2) Press Q. Set Compression rate Pixel Count Xiddle Wmall 2560×1920 1280×960 Menu functions (Custom menus) 63 2) Choose a pixel count and press Q. Back Shading Comp. WB All > #+WB Color Space 63 Choose the pixel count for [X]- and [W]-size images. 1) Select [Xiddle] or [Wmall] and press I.
Y Record/Erase Option Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name Priority Set dpi Settings Copyright Settings* c Y g If [On] is selected, pressing the D 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. 28). [JPEG]: Only the JPEG copy is erased. [RAW]: Only the RAW copy is erased. [RAW+JPEG]: Both copies are erased.
Z Movie Option nMode Movie R Movie Effect 6 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. 62 70 37 Choose [On] to enable movie effects in n mode. Reduce wind noise during recording. Menu functions (Custom menus) Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume Adjust sensitivity separately for each microphone of the camera.
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 [FnFunction] / [UFunction] / [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.
b (Digital Teleconverter) Press the button to turn digital zoom on or off. a (Magnify) Press the button to display the zoom frame. Press again to magnify the image. Press and hold the button to turn off the zoom frame. Peaking Each press of the button switches the monitor between display/non-display. When Peaking is displayed, histogram and highlight/shadow display are not available. AF Stop Stops autofocus. j/Y Choose a sequential shooting or self timer option. # Choose a flash mode.
Viewing camera images on TV MENU c U [HDMI], [Video Out] Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. When connecting TVs using an AV cable, first set the camera’s [Video Out] settings (P. 87). AV cable (optional: CB-AVC3) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).
Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. g [HDMI] (P. 87) $ Notes • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV. • During single-frame playback, you can display or hide the information display by pressing the “Red” button, and display or hide the index display by pressing the “Green” button. • Some televisions may not support all features.
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 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 4 5 0 4:3 P 250 F5.6 f e d 8 9 i 01:02:03 0.0 1023 c ba Settings that can be modified using LV super control panel 6 Menu functions (Custom menus) Currently selected option ISO sensitivity .......................
Adding information displays MENU c U [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 200 LN HD P 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 pressing the G button during playback. G G G 2014.7 Wi-Fi Sun 2014.07.01 12:30 20 L N 100-0020 2014.07.01 12:30 20 U Single-frame playback 2014.07.01 12:30 20 U 2014.07.
Accessory Port Menu Using OLYMPUS PENPAL The optional OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures from, Bluetooth devices or other cameras connected to an OLYMPUS PENPAL. Visit the OLYMPUS website for more information on Bluetooth devices. Display the # Accessory Port Menu in advance (P. 84). 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.
Editing the address book The OLYMPUS PENPAL can store host information. You can assign names to hosts or delete host information. 1 Select [AOLYMPUS PENPAL Share] in # Accessory Port Menu (P. 101). 2 3 Select [Address Book] and press Q. 4 Select the host you wish to edit and press Q. A. OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait Address Book My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size 1 Select [Address List] and press Q. • The names of existing hosts are listed. Back Set Deleting hosts Select [Yes] and press Q.
MENU A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Option My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size Description Option MENU Album Mem. Usage Album Mem. Setup Picture Copy Size Description EVF Adjust EVF Auto Switch 101 B g 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. Temporarily saved files for PHOTO STORY cannot be copied. Remove protection from all pictures in the OLYMPUS PENPAL album.
7 Connecting the camera to a smartphone By connecting to a smartphone through this camera’s wireless LAN function and using the specified app, you can enjoy even more features during and after shooting. Things you can do with the specified app, OLYMPUS Image Share (OI.Share) • Camera image transfer to a smartphone You can load images in the camera to a smartphone. • Remote shooting from a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera and shoot using a smartphone.
Connecting to a smartphone Connect to a smartphone. Start the OI.Share App installed on your smartphone. 1 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. • Depending on the [Wi-Fi Connect Settings], the camera will operate as follows. For private connection You can connect to a smartphone using the same SSID and password every time you connect. Only when connecting for the first time, configure the smartphone using the SSID and password displayed in the monitor. OI.
Shooting remotely with a smartphone You can shoot remotely by operating the camera with a smartphone. This is available only in [Private]. 1 Start [Connection to Smartphone] on the camera. 2 3 Launch OI.Share and tap the Remote button. • You can also connect by touching w in the monitor. Tap the shutter button to shoot. • The image taken is saved on the memory card in the camera. Cautions • Available shooting options are partially limited.
Setting up your camera for wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi settings) You can change settings such as the password used when connecting using this camera’s wireless LAN function. Setting the connection method There are two connection methods: [Private], which uses the same settings every time you connect, and [One-Time], which is limited to a one-time connection. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Wi-Fi Connect Settings] and press I.
8 Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer Installing OLYMPUS Viewer 3 OLYMPUS Viewer 3 is software for importing to your computer, and then viewing, editing and managing the photographs and movies you have shot on your camera. • You can also download OLYMPUS Viewer 3 from “http://support.olympus-imaging.com/ ov3download/”. You must enter the product’s serial number to download OLYMPUS Viewer 3. Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.
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. Operating Environment Operating System Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/ Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 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: Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Mac OS X 10.5 - v.10.9 1 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera.
Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. 1 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. Multi-connector Look for this mark. Smaller terminal USB port USB cable • Use a fully charged battery for printing. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host.
Custom printing 1 Follow the operation guide to set a print option. Selecting the print mode Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print modes are as shown below. Print Prints selected pictures. All Print Prints all the pictures stored in the card and makes one print for each picture. Multi Print Prints multiple copies of one image in separate frames on a single sheet. All Index Prints an index of all the pictures stored in the card.
Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when printing. When the print mode is set to [All Print] and [Option Set] is selected, the following options appears. 2 <× Sets the number of prints. Date Prints the date and time recorded on the picture. File Name Prints the file name recorded on the picture. P Trims the picture for printing. Use the control dial (P) to choose the crop size and FGHI to specify the crop position.
3 Select the date and time format and press Q. 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. X No Date Time Back Set • When printing images, the setting cannot be changed between the images. 4 Select [Set] and press Q. Cautions • The camera cannot be used to modify print orders created with other devices.
9 Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger • The camera uses a single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than genuine OLYMPUS batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly. • Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode. • Displaying images on the monitor for a prolonged period.
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. Return the switch to the unlock position enable writing.
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) 4608×3456 3200×2400 2560×1920 1920×1440 1600×1200 1280×960 1024×768 640×480 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 1/2.7 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 File format File size (MB) ORF Approx. 17 Approx. 11 Approx. 7.
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 the power zoom lens (ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6EZ) The power zoom lens is automatically extended when you turn on the camera. When the camera is turned off When the camera is turned on Zoom ring Wide side Focus ring Focus on nearby subject Tele side Focus on far-away subject • You can use the camera custom menu to increase or decrease the zoom speed of zoom ring operations. g [Electronic Zoom Speed] (P. 92) • The automatic lens cap (optional: LC-37C) can be attached to the lens.
MF (manual focus) control (17mm f1.8, ED12mm f2.0 (Snapshot focus), ED12-40mm f2.8PRO) Slide the focus ring in the direction of the arrow to change the focus method. AF/MF MF, Snapshot focus Focus ring With snapshot focus, a distance is set using the focus ring based on the shooting distance. The camera focuses over a depth of field corresponding to the set aperture value. • We recommend setting the aperture to F5.6 or above with a 17mm f1.8 or an ED12mm f2.0.
Main lens specifications Items ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6 EZ Mount 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R ED40-150mm f4.0-5.6R Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 14 – 42 mm 14 – 42 mm Max. aperture f/3.5 – 5.6 f/3.5 – 5.6 f/4.0 – 5.6 Image angle 75° – 29° 75° – 29° 30.3° – 8.2° Lens configuration 7 groups, 8 lenses 7 groups, 8 lenses 10 groups, 13 lenses f/3.5 – 22 f/3.5 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 0.2 m – ) (14 mm) 0.25 m – ) (42 mm) 0.25 m – ) (14 – 19 mm) 0.3 m – ) (20 – 42 mm) 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.
Using a diopter adjustment dial Turn on the camera power, and then set the diopter adjustment dial to a position at which an image is visible in the view finder. • The angle can be changed up to a maximum 90°. Diopter adjustment dial Eye-sensor u button 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.
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 +5.0 1/8 – +3.0 Ch Communication light level • Set the communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO]. LO 1 250 F5.
Other external flash units Note the following when using a third-party flash unit mounted on the camera hot shoe: • Using obsolete flash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting flash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifications may damage the camera. • Set the Shooting mode to M, set the shutter speed to a value no higher than flash synchronous speed, and set ISO sensitivity to a setting other than [AUTO].
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. (P. 10) Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fish-eye or macro photography.
System chart Viewfinder Power Supply BLS-50 BCS-5 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 11 Case / Strap Shoulder Strap Camera Case Using separately sold accessories Accessory port devices Underwater System Memory Card*4 Underwater case SD/SDHC/ SDXC/Eye-Fi OLYMPUS PENPAL PP-1*3 SEMA-1 Communication Unit Microphone Set 1 Software MAL-1 OLYMPUS Vi
: E-PL7 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens*2 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.
12 Information Shooting tips and information The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold • 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. 88) The number of AF targets is reduced The number and size of AF targets varies with group target settings and the option selected for [Digital Tele-converter] and [Image Aspect].
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. 116) • The card is full.
Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. m 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. The camera is not correctly connected to a computer, printer, HDMI display, or other device. Reconnect the camera.
Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. 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. 92) tab b. Press I, then press Q. • The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress.
Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset]. K Shooting Menu Tab W Function Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode Still Picture Movie K X Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j/Y Image Stabilizer Still Picture Movie Bracketing AE BKT Default ― ― jNatural YN X 4:3 Off o S-IS AUTO M-IS On Off 3f 1.
d Setup Menu Tab d Function Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Vivid 0.5 sec X W* i Rec View *1 *2 D D D Wi-Fi Connect Private Settings Private Password ― Wi-Fi Settings Reset share ― Order Reset Wi-Fi ― Settings c Menu Display Off c/# Menu Display # Menu Display Off Firmware ― *3 g 16 84 84 84 D 107 84 D 84 * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.
12 Information 138 EN Tab Function T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j Image Stabilization Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S.
Tab Function c V Exp/p/ISO EV Step Noise Reduct. Noise Filter ISO ISO Step *1 *2 *3 1/3EV Auto Standard Auto 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 Default: 200 P/A/S p Auto 8 min -7 Off 0.5 sec Off 1 sec D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D # X-Sync.
Tab Function c Z Movie nMode Movie R Movie Effect Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume KVolume Limiter Movie+Photo Mode b K Utility Pixel Mapping p Exposure J Shift 5 : Warning Level Level Adjust Touch Screen Settings Eye-Fi Still Picture Electronic Zoom Speed Movie Default P On On Off ±0 On mode1 *1 D *2 D D D D D D D *3 g D 92 — ±0 D ±0 D D D D D — On On Normal Normal 92 D # Accessory Port Menu Tab Function # A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait Address List Address Search Timer Book New Pa
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 Single-frame shooting/Sequential shooting/Self-timer Up to 8 fps (T) Operation time: 12 sec./2 sec./Customized Switch to sleep mode: 1 minute, Power OFF: 5 minutes (This function can be customized.) Flash Flash control mode TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode)/MANUAL Sync speed 1/250 s or slower Wireless LAN Compatible standard IEEE 802.
Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No. of charge and discharge times Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight BLS-50 Rechargeable Lithium ion battery DC 7.2 V 1210 mAh Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Approx. 35.5 mm (W) × 12.8 mm (H) × 55 mm (D) (1.4" × 0.5" × 2.2") Approx. 46 g (0.1 Ib.) Lithium ion charger MODEL NO.
13 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.
exploding. • Do not connect terminals with any metallic objects. • Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, keys, etc. The short circuit may cause overheating, exploding, or burning, which burn or damage you. • 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.
Using wireless devices onboard may hinder safe operation of the aircraft. CAUTION Handling the Camera 13 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 146 EN • 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. This may cause overheating, exploding, burning, electrical shocks, or malfunctions. • Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera.
• • • • • • • • • A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended period of time. • The camera is connected to a printer. Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning. The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only for the Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to other devices. If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.
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Index Symbols # RC Mode .......................................124 W ...................................................84 c/# Menu Display .............................84 P Set Home .....................................85 I (Face Priority AF) ......................48, 85 j H fps..............................................86 j L fps ..............................................86 G/Info Settings ..................................87 K Control Settings .............................87 zPreview lock.........
Connection to Smartphone ................105 Continuous AF .....................................69 Copy All .............................................103 Copyright Settings ...............................91 Custom Menu (c) ...............................85 D Date/time setting X.............................16 Dial Direction .......................................86 Dial Function........................................86 Digital Tele-converter .....................81, 95 Displayed Grid ...................
M M (Manual mode) ................................35 Manual Focus (MF) .....................69, 120 Menu Display (c/# Menu Display)....84 Metering...............................................68 MF .......................................................94 MF Assist .......................................85, 93 MF (Manual focus).......................69, 120 Mode Dial Function..............................86 Mode Guide .........................................87 Movie R .....................................
Shooting ..............................................18 Movie Recording ...............................37 Still Photography...............................18 Shooting Menu ....................................72 single AF ..............................................69 Sleep .............................................15, 88 Slideshow ............................................55 Slow Synchronization ..........................66 Small Target (Small AF target).............47 sRGB .........................
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