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01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 2 ● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. ● This manual explains shooting and playback basics. For details on functions, read the advanced manual. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. ● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 3 Unpacking the box contents If any accessories are missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Digital camera Body cap Eyepiece cover Strap En Lithium ion battery (BLM-1) Lithium ion battery charger (BCM-2) OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM Basic manual USB cable Advanced manual (CD-ROM) Video cable Warranty card Registration card Registration card is not provided in some areas.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 4 What you can do with this camera You can choose from more than 10 different types of scene shooting modes, making it easy to set the appropriate shooting mode for a variety of shooting situations! Once you’ve selected the shooting mode, just press the shutter button to take the picture. You can take sequential shots. En Pictures are stored on the Compact Flash. You can view images using slideshow and check shooting information, etc.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 5 Contents This manual explains shooting preparation and easy techniques for shooting and playback. This manual is only for quick reference and should be read first to learn basic camera operation Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Attaching the strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 6 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. Lightning flash with an arrowhead, enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 7 Safety precautions Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a specified AC adapter, remove it from the wall outlet immediately. To avoid damage from unexpected power surges, always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the camera when the camera is not in use. Overloading — Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power strips, or other power connection points with too many plugs.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 8 Safety precautions Handling the camera WARNING Do not use the camera in areas exposed to flammable or explosive gases. ● A fire or explosion may result. Do not use the flash on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. En ● When you fire the flash, you must be at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too close to the subject’s eyes could cause a momentary loss of vision.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 9 Safety precautions Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera ● It could easily catch on stray objects —and cause serious damage. Do not leave the camera in areas subject to extremely high temperature. ● Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire. Use only the AC adapter specified by Olympus. ● Using a different AC adapter may damage the camera or power source, or result in accidents or fire.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 10 Safety precautions WARNING Keep the battery dry at all times. Never allow it to come into contact with fresh or salt water. Do not touch or hold the battery with wet hands. If the rechargeable battery does not recharge within the specified time, stop En charging it and do not use it. ● If you do not, fire, explosion, ignition or overheating may result. Do not use the battery if it is cracked or broken. ● Doing so may cause explosion or overheating.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 11 Safety precautions WARNING Do not damage the charger’s cable. ● Do not pull on the charger’s cable or add another cable to it. Be sure to connect or disconnect the charger’s cable while holding the power plug. If the following cases occur, stop using and contact an Olympus dealer or authorized customer support center. – The power plug or cable produces heat, burning smell, or smoke. – The power plug or cable is cracked or broken.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 12 Attaching the strap 1 Thread one end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera. Ring Strap eyelet 2 Thread the end of the strap through the ring, then thread it through the stopper as indicated by the arrows. En 3 Thread the strap back through the Stopper other hole of the stopper. 4 Pull the other side of the strap tight, making sure that it is fastened securely. 5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 13 Charging the battery This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (BLM-1). Never use any other type of battery. The battery is not fully charged when purchased. Before use, be sure to charge the battery with the specified provided charger (BCM-2). Note Use only the specified charger (BCM-1 or BCM-2). For details, refer to the charger's manual. 1 Connect the AC cable. En Charger AC wall outlet AC cable 2 Attach the battery to the charger. ● Charging starts.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 14 Charging the battery Charging indicator Charging indicator status Red Charging status Charging Green Charging completed Blinking red Charging error (time-out, temperature error) Note En ● Power consumption varies greatly depending on usage and operating conditions. ● The charger can be operated within the range of AC 100 V to AC 240 V (50/60 Hz).
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 15 Loading the battery 1 Make sure that the camera's power switch is set to OFF. Power switch 2 Slide the battery compartment lock to Battery compartment lock and open the battery compartment cover. En Battery compartment cover 3 Load the battery as shown in the illustration. Direction indicating mark Unloading the battery ● Make sure the power switch is set to OFF and the card access lamp is not blinking. ● Tilt the camera while holding in the battery.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 16 Loading the battery 4 Slide the battery compartment lock to . En Battery compartment cover When using the optional power battery holder, remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the detaching pin in the direction of the arrow. Battery compartment cover detaching pin Other power sources AC Adapter T The optional AC Adapter (AC-1) lets you use the camera without worrying about remaining battery power.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 17 Attaching a lens to the camera Usable lenses Select the lens that you want to shoot with. Use a specified Four Thirds lens (Four Thirds mount*). When a non-specified lens is used, AF (auto focus) and light metering will not function correctly. In some cases, other functions may not work either. *Four Thirds mount: Standard developed by Olympus. Lens mount of Four Thirds system.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 18 Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Make sure the power switch is set to OFF. Power switch 2 Remove the body cap from the En camera. Body cap 3 Remove the rear cap from the lens.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 19 Attaching a lens to the camera 4 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. Lens attachment mark (Red) Alignment mark (Red) En 5 Remove the lens cap. Lens cap Removing the lens from the camera 1 Make sure the power switch is set to OFF.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 20 Inserting a card Usable cards “Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. This camera can use a Compact Flash or Microdrive (optional). An xD-Picture Card can also be used with a card adapter (optional). Compact Flash A Compact Flash is a large-capacity solid state flash memory card. You can use commercially available cards. Microdrive A Microdrive is a medium that uses a large-capacity compact hard disk drive.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 21 Inserting a card 1 Open the card cover. Card cover 2 Insert the card fully with the ß mark En side facing toward the monitor side (the camera’s rear side) as illustrated. ● If you cannot see the ß mark on the card, ß Mark make sure the card is facing the correct way. 3 Close the card cover.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 22 Inserting a card Removing the card 1 Make sure that the card access lamp is not illuminated. 2 Open the card cover. Card access lamp En 3 Press the eject button gently and let it pop out, then press it again all the way in. The card will be ejected a short way so that you can pull it out. ● If you press the eject button too hard, the card may jump out of the camera. ● Pull out the card. Eject button 4 Close the card cover.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 23 Power on SSWF indicator Set the power switch to ON. ● To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF. Set the mode dial to P. P –.– – – –.– .– ESP AUTO FP S-AF FOCUS AF ILLUMINATOR ISO WB AUTO AUTO sRGB Monitor When the camera is turned on, the control panel screen is displayed on the monitor. ~ “Advanced manual” DRIVE HQ 3264 2448 Battery check When the camera is turned on or when remaining battery power is low, the battery check mark varies.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 24 Power on Holding the camera 1 Hold the camera's grip with your right hand and keep your elbow at your side. 2 Rest your elbow gently against your body and hold the lens section firmly from underneath with your left hand. 3 Take a picture. En ● Putting one leg a little forward helps stabilize your upper body. Vertical grip Note ● Keep your fingers and the strap away from the front of the lens.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 25 Adjusting the viewfinder’s diopter AF frame While looking though the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial little by little. When you can see the AF frame clearly, adjustment is complete. Viewfinder Diopter adjustment dial En Eyecup You can remove the eyecup attached to the viewfinder’s eyepiece and replace it with a different one. To attach the provided eyepiece cover, remove the eyecup from the camera as illustrated.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 26 Shooting Shutter button 1 Place the AF frame on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder. AF frame Viewfinder Card access lamp En 2 Adjust the focus. Halfway down Press the shutter button gently (halfway). ● The focus is locked. The AF confirmation mark and the AF focusing frame light up in the viewfinder. ● The shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 27 Shooting Each time you press the shutter button, the memory gauge lights on the control panel screen, indicating that the picture you have just taken is being recorded onto the card. The memory gauge changes according to how many pictures the camera is processing.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 28 Playback 1 Press the button (playback mode) button. ● The monitor turns off after about 1 minute if no operations are performed. After about 1 hour without being used, the camera will turn off automatically. Turn on the camera again. MENU The last recorded image appears. SQ Arrow pad ’04. 01. 01 00:00 100–0015 15 En 2 Use the arrow pad to select images you want to view. Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames back. Displays the previous frame.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 29 Power off Set the power switch to OFF.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 30 What you can do with OLYMPUS Master software The provided software CD includes OLYMPUS Master software for viewing and editing images. Once installed, you can take advantage of viewing and editing your images as shown below. For information on how to use OLYMPUS Master software, see Help after installation. Editing images You can rotate, trim, or compensate for the image distortion.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 31 Information Specifications —Camera Product type Product type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens : Four Thirds Mount Lens Lens mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens Image pickup element Product type Total no. of pixels No.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 32 Information Exposure control Metering system Metering range Exposure mode ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation En White balance Product type Mode setting Recording Memory Recording system Applicable standards Playback Playback mode Information display Drive Drive mode Sequential shooting Self-timer Optical remote control : TTL full-aperture metering system (1) Digital ESP metering (2) Center weighted average metering (3) Spot metering (approx.
01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 33 Information External connector USB connector (mini-B), DC-IN jack, VIDEO OUT jack Power supply Battery AC power supply : BLM-1 Lithium-ion Battery : AC-1 AC adapter (optional) Dimensions/weight Dimensions : 146.5 mm (W) x 85 mm (H) x 64 mm (D) (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") (excluding protrusions) : Approx. 580 g (1.3 Ib.
