DIGITAL CAMERA SZ-10/SZ-20 Instruction Manual ● 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. 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.
Step 1 Checking the contents of the box or Digital camera Strap Lithium Ion Battery (LI-50B) USB cable AV cable USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) OLYMPUS Setup CD-ROM Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step 2 Preparing the Camera “Preparing the Camera” (p. 13) Step 4 How to Use the Camera “Camera Settings” (p. 3) Step 3 Shooting and Playing Back Images “Shooting, Playback, and Erasing” (p.
Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Zoom lever (p. 21, 24) Shutter button (p. 20, 60) R button (record movies) (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 20, 22, 49) m button (p. 6) E button (camera guide/ menu guide) (p.
Operation guide Wheel controller The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to be used by pressing, not turning, the wheel controller sections shown on the right. 4/30 X Y M D F (up) / INFO button (changing information display) (p. 22, 25) Time 2011 . 02 .
Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the shooting mode. Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides access to frequently used shooting settings. Selected option Shooting mode Program Auto 3D P 0.
Setup menu Press the m button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date. 1 4 Press the m button. ● The setup menu is displayed.
Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Program Auto 3D P 1 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 4 14M 1 Shooting mode P (Program Auto) .............p. 19 M (iAUTO) ...................p. 28 s (Scene Mode) .........p. 28 P (Magic Filter) ..........p. 29 p (Panorama)..................p. 30 W (3D) ............................p. 32 2 Flash.................................p. 34 3 Macro ...............................p. 34 4 Self-timer ..........................p. 35 5 Exposure compensation ...p. 35 6 White balance.........
Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions 1 Slideshow 2 Photo Surfing 1 q (Playback) Slideshow ..................... p. 44 Photo Surfing................ p. 44 Edit ............................... p. 45 Erase ............................ p. 46 Print Order .................... p. 47 R (Protect) .................... p. 47 y (Rotate).................... p.
Names of Parts Camera unit 1 10 2 3 11 1 2 3 4 5 4 6 5 6 7 8 12 7 10 11 12 13 8 13 9 SZ-10 SZ-20 15 14 16 9 n button .......p. 17, 19 Shutter button ........p. 20, 60 Zoom lever.............p. 21, 24 Connector cover ....p. 14, 16 Multi-connector ..................p. 14, 16, 52, 55 HDMI micro connector ....................................p. 52 Strap eyelet .................p. 10 Battery/card compartment lock .............................p. 13 Battery/card compartment cover ...................
1 Speaker 2 Monitor.......p. 11, 19, 51, 60 3 R button (record movies) 2 3 4 5 6 1 ....................................p. 20 4 q button (switching 5 6 7 8 7 8 Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. 10 EN between shooting and playback) ........................p. 20, 22, 49 A button (OK) ...............p. 4 Wheel controller.............p. 4 INFO button (changing information display) ..............................p. 22, 25 D button (erase) .........p.
Monitor Shooting mode display 1 2 P 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 00:34 4 14M NORM DATE 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1/100 F3.0 27 26 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Battery check..........p. 16, 61 2 Shooting mode .......p. 19, 28 3 Flash.............................p. 34 Flash standby/flash charge ....................................p. 60 4 Macro/super macro ......p. 34 5 Self-timer ......................p. 35 6 Exposure compensation ....................................p. 35 7 White balance........
Playback mode display 1 2 3 4 ● Standard display 1 2 3 4 56 7 3D 89 10 1 4/30 10 ’11/02/26 00:00 9 00:12/00:34 20 Still image Movie ● Advanced display 1 2 3 4 56 7 3D 12 89 10 4/30 11 22 1/1000 F3.0 P 2.0 ISO WB 100 AUTO NORM 14M 100 0004 ’11/02/26 00:00 FILE 12 EN 13 14 15 1/1000 F3.0 21 P 2.0 ISO WB 100 AUTO NORM 14M FILE 100 0004 ’11/02/26 00:00 16 17 18 19 20 Battery check..........p. 16, 61 Grouped image.............p. 23 3D image ......................p.
Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery 1 Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. Battery/card compartment cover 2 When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/ card compartment cover. 3 1 1 2 Battery/card compartment lock 2 Charging the battery and setting up using the supplied CD Connect the camera to the computer to charge the battery and use the supplied CD for setup.
Windows 1 Connecting the camera Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP ● A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Indicator lamp Windows Vista/Windows 7 ● An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. Multi-connector USB cable (supplied) Connector cover If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu.
OLYMPUS Viewer 2 Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista / Windows 7 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better RAM 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended) Free Hard Drive Space 1 GB or more Monitor Settings 1024 x 768 pixels or more Minimum 65,536 colors (16,770,000 colors recommended) Macintosh 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. ● Double-click the CD (OLYMPUS Setup) icon on the desktop. ● Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog.
3 Copy the camera manual. ● Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button to 2 Indicator lamp On: Charging Off: Charged open the folder containing the camera manuals. Copy the manual for your language to the computer. Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type USB-AC adapter, plug it directly into AC outlet.
Date, time, time zone, and language 4 The date and time set here are saved to image file names, date prints, and other data. You can also choose the language for the menus and messages displa yed in the monitor. 1 Press the n button to turn on the camera. ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set. For precise time setting, press the A button as the time signal strikes 00 seconds. To change the date and time, adjust the setting from the menu. [X] (Date/time) (p.
1 Write-protect switch Insert the card straight until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area directly. 2 1 2 “Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards” (p. 68, 69) To remove the card 1 2 Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card.
Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode) 2 In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. as needed. 1 Hold the camera and compose the shot. Monitor Press the n button to turn on the camera. Horizontal grip P mode indicator. P 0.
3 To turn off the camera Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. ● When the camera focuses on the subject, the Press the n button again. Shooting movies exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture value are displayed), and the AF target mark changes to green. ● The camera was unable to focus if the AF target mark flashes red. Try focusing again. 1 Press the R button to start recording. Continuous recording length (p.
Using the zoom [On] selected for [Digital Zoom]: Image size Turning the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. W side T side 14M (SZ-10) 16M (SZ-20) Zoom bar Other P P 0.0 00:34 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 4 14M 0.0 00:34 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 4 14M Optical zoom:18x (SZ-10) 12.5x (SZ-20) Digital zoom: 4x The type and amount of zoom can be identified from the appearance of the zoom bar. The display differs depending on the options selected for [Digital Zoom] (p. 41) and [Image Size] (p. 39).
1 Viewing images Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in 1 the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 11) Normal Press the q button. Number of frames/ Total number of images No information P P 4/30 0.0 00:34 4 14M WB AUTO ISO AUTO MENU Movie information (SZ-20 only) ’11/02/26 00:00 Detailed P P 0.0 0.
To play sound recordings To play back movies To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. Select a movie, and press the A button. 4/30 ! appears Movie Play OK ’11/02/26 00:00 During playback Movie During audio playback Press FG to adjust volume. To view sequential images (SZ-20 only) Pictures taken using sequential mode (p. 37) are displayed as a group. ● Turn the zoom lever to the T side.
Cueing Use F to display the first frame and press G to display the last frame. Advancing and rewinding one frame at a time*1 Turn the wheel controller to advance or rewind by one frame at a time. Keep turning the wheel controller for continuous advance or rewind. Resuming playback Press the A button to resume playback. To operate with HI *1 Press I or H to advance or rewind one frame at a time. Hold I or H pressed for continuous advance or rewind.
To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image in single-image view. Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. To scroll an image in close-up view Use FGHI to move the viewing area. To stop [Photo Surfing] “Creating panoramic images (p mode)” (p. 30) 1 Use FG to select [ALL], then press the A button. Select a panorama image during playback.
Playback direction: Press FGHI to pause playback and scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the A button. Restart scrolling: Press the A button. Stop playback: Press the m button. To start a slideshow, press the m button. To stop the slideshow, press the m or A button. 3D images are composed of JPEG files and MPO files. If any files are deleted on a computer, playback of 3D images may not be possible.
Submenu 2 Application Search by purpose Functions or operating methods can be searched. Search for a solution A solution can be searched when having problems during operation. Search by situation Search from shooting/playback scene. Search from keyword Search from the camera keyword. Learn about the camera Information is shown about recommended functions and basic operating methods for the camera. History Searches can be performed from the search history.
Using Shooting Modes To change the shooting mode The shooting mode (P, M, s, P, p, W) can be changed with using the function menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 5) The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Using the best mode for the shooting scene (s mode) 1 Scene Mode Shooting with automatic settings (M mode) 0.0 The camera will automatically select the optimal shooting mode for the scene.
In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specific shooting scenes. For this reason, settings may not be changed in some modes. Option Application B Portrait/V Beauty/F Landscape/ ' Hand-Held Starlight*1/ G Night Scene*3/M Night+Portrait/ C Sport/N Indoor/W Candle*2/ R Self Portrait/S Sunset*3/ X Fireworks*3/V Cuisine/ d Documents/q Beach & Snow/ U Pet Mode - Cat/ t Pet Mode - Dog The camera takes a picture using the optimum settings for the scene conditions.
Shooting mode MAGIC FILTER *1 Option Submenu 1 1 Pop Art 2 Pin Hole 3 Fish Eye 4 Drawing*1 5 Soft Focus 6 Punk X Sparkle Y Watercolor In P mode, the optimum shooting settings are preprogrammed for each scene effect. For this reason, some settings cannot be changed in some modes. The selected effect is applied to the movie. The effect may not be applied depending on the shooting mode. Creating panoramic images (p mode) Set the shooting mode to p. Panorama 3D AUTO 0.
AUTO FULL 3 Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and stop the camera where the pointer and target mark overlap. ● The camera releases the shutter automatically. AUTO Save OK Cancel MENU Guide 3 When shooting reaches the end of the guide on the monitor, it finishes automatically. ● The camera automatically processes the images and the combined panorama image is displayed. ● To stop shooting in the middle, press the shutter button or A button.
Shooting 3D images (W mode) MANUAL MANUAL 1 Cancel MENU In this mode, 3D images are shot for viewing on 3D-compatible display devices. 2 Save OK 1st frame 3 Compose the next shot so that joint area 1 overlaps joint area 2. 4 Press the shutter button to take the next shot. Images shot in 3D mode cannot be displayed in 3D on this camera’s monitor. 1 Set the shooting mode to W. 3D Photo AUTO Press the A button to combine just 2 frames. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to take a third frame.
Taking pictures with [Auto] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the first frame. 2 Move the camera horizontally. The image is automatically taken when the subject overlaps the translucent image that is displayed on the monitor. Taking pictures with [Manual] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the first frame. 2 Move the camera in the same way as [Auto] to decide the position, and then press the shutter button. The first shot image is displayed on the monitor lightly.
Using Shooting Functions 3 “Using the Menu” (p. 5) Using the flash Option The flash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. 1 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Description Flash Auto The flash fires automatically in lowlight or backlight conditions. Redeye Pre-flashes are emitted to reduce the occurrence of red eye in your photos. Fill In The flash fires regardless of the available light. Flash Off The flash does not fire.
2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Option Description Y Off The self-timer is deactivated. Off Macro mode is deactivated. Y 12 sec Macro You can shoot the image at a closer range. SZ-10: 10 cm (4 in.)*1 160 cm (63 in.)*2 SZ-20: 10 cm (4 in.)*1 90 cm (35.4 in.)*2 The self-timer lamp turns on for approx. 10 seconds, then blinks for approx. 2 seconds, and then the picture is taken. Y 2 sec The self-timer lamp blinks for approx.
2 Use HI to select the desired brightness, and press the A button. Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance) Selecting the ISO sensitivity 1 Select the ISO setting option in the function menu. P For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option suited to the scene. 1 Select the white balance option in the function menu. 0.0 ISO 200 1/400 P WB WB Auto 0.0 WB AUTO 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Option 36 F3.
Sequential shooting (Drive) SZ-20 Option Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. 1 o Select the drive option in the function menu. ) P * 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO , MENU + Sequential *1 SZ-10 Option Description o One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. j*1 The images are taken sequentially while holding down the shutter button. c The camera takes sequential shots at a faster speed than in [j].
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] I (Shooting menu 1) X Reset Submenu 2 38 Application Yes Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. • Shooting mode (p. 28) • Flash (p. 34) • Macro (p. 34) • Self-timer (p. 35) • Exposure compensation (p. 35) • White balance (p. 36) • ISO (p. 36) • Drive (p.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression] I (Shooting menu 1) X Image Size/Compression Submenu 1 Image Size Submenu 2 Application 16M (4608x3456) *1 14M (4288x3216) *2 Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11x17 in.). 8M (3264x2448) Suitable for printing pictures up to A3 (11x17 in.). 5M (2560x1920) Suitable for printing pictures at A4 (8.5x11 in.).
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust] I (Shooting menu 1) X Shadow Adjust Submenu 2 Auto Application Automatically On when a compatible shooting mode is selected. Off The effect is not applied. On Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker. When set to [Auto] or [On], [ESP/n] (p. 40) is automatically fixed to [ESP].
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Shooting at higher magnifications than optical zoom [Digital Zoom] There may be a noise coming from inside the camera when the shutter button is pressed with [Image Stabilizer] (still images) set to [On]. I (Shooting menu 1) X Digital Zoom Submenu 2 Images may not be stabilized if camera shake is too severe. Application Off Disable digital zoom. On Enable digital zoom. [Digital Zoom] is not available when [a Super Macro] (p.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Viewing the image immediately after shooting [Rec View] Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide] J (Shooting menu 2) X Icon Guide J (Shooting menu 2) X Rec View Submenu 2 Submenu 2 Application Off The image being recorded is not displayed. This allows the user to prepare for the next shot while following the subject in the monitor after shooting. On The image being recorded is displayed.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Recording sound when shooting movies [R [R] A (Movie menu) X R Submenu 2 Application Off No sound is recorded. On Sound is recorded. When set to [On], only the digital zoom can be used during movie recording. To record the movie with the optical zoom, set [R] (movie sound recording) to [Off] (SZ-10).
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Data must be created with the [ib] (PC software) before using some functions. In [Photo Surfing], images can be searched and related images can be played back by selecting the related items. For details on installing the [ib] (PC software), see “Setting up using the supplied CD” (p. 13).
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Using the [ib] (PC software) and importing data back to the camera Refer to the [ib] (PC software) help guide for details on how to use the [ib] (PC software). The [ib] (PC software) may not work properly on the pictures edited by other application software. The following [Photo Surfing] functions can be performed when data created with the [ib] (PC software) is imported back to the camera.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Retouching the skin and eyes [Beauty Fix] Brightening areas that are dark due to backlight or other reasons [Shadow Adj] q (Playback menu) X Edit X Beauty Fix Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. Submenu 3 All Clear Skin Submenu 4 Application ― [Clear Skin], [Sparkle Eye] and [Dramatic Eye] are applied together. Makes skin look smooth and translucent. Select Soft/Avg/Hard the correction effect from 3 levels.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera. Protected images cannot be erased. With SZ-20, the grouped sequential images can be erased collectively. (p. 23) 1 Use FG to select [Sel. Image], and press the A button. 2 Use HI to select the image to be erased, and press the A button to add a R mark to the image. ● Turn the zoom lever to the W end to display an index view.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Erasing data completely [Memory Format]/[Format] r (Settings 1) X Memory Format/Format . Copying images in the internal memory to the card [Backup] r (Settings 1) X Backup Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices [USB Connection] Turning on the camera with the q button [[q q Power On] r (Settings 1) X q Power On r (Settings 1) X USB Connection Submenu 2 Submenu 2 Application Auto When the camera is connected to another device, the settings selection screen is displayed. Storage Select when connecting the camera to a computer via a storage device.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] s (Settings 2) X Sound Settings Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Sound Type 1/2/3 q Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Selects the camera sounds (operation sounds, shutter sound, and warning sound). Selects the image playback volume. Volume 0/1/2/3/4/5 Selects the operation volume of camera buttons.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Adjusting the image processing function [Pixel Mapping] Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [s] s (Settings 2) X s s (Settings 2) X Pixel Mapping This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase. Approximately once a year is recommended. To adjust the monitor brightness 1 Use FG to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen, and then press the A button.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). To play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). 2 Connect the TV and camera. Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow. Multi-connector Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Type C Type D (CB-HD1) For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority. Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped. To operate images with the TV remote control 1 Set [HDMI Control] to [On], and turn off the camera.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Setting the date and time [[X X] t (Settings 3) X X “Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 17). To select the date display order X 1 Press I after setting Minute, and use FG to select the date display order. 2 Press the A button to set. To check the date and time Press the INFO button while the camera is turned off. The current time is displayed for approx. 3 seconds. Y M D Time 2011 . 02 .
Printing Direct printing (PictBridge*1) 2 By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To find out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. *1 PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly. Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow.
Changing the printer’s settings for printing [Custom Print] 1 2 3 Submenu 4 Off/On*1 (The number of images per sheet varies depending on the printer.) The number of images per sheet ([Pics/Sheet]) is selectable only when [Multi Print] is selected in Step 3. Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 55). Press the A button. Use FG to select the print mode, and press the A button. *1 Submenu 2 Application Print This prints the image selected in Step 6.
Submenu 5 Submenu 6 Application
Print Reservations (DPOF*1) 4/30 In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera. *1 DPOF is a standard for storing automatic printout information from digital cameras. Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on the card.
6 Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Use FG to select [Set], and press the A button. Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 58). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 58). 6 Select either [<] or [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 58).
Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fix the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”. ● Insert recharged batteries in the correct direction. “Inserting the battery” (p. 13), “Charging the battery and setting up using the supplied CD” (p. 13), “Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter” (p.
Error message Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Card Error Corrective action Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software, etc. to The Image Cannot edit the image on a computer. Be Edited Card problem Insert a new card. Battery Empty Write Protect Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release the switch. No Paper Memory Full Internal memory problem • Insert a card.
Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Object with no vertical lines*1 Focusing *1 “Focusing on the subject” ● Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture. Pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 20) ● Set [AF Mode] (p. 40) to [Face/iESP] ● Taking a picture in [AF Tracking] mode (p.
Camera shake ● Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene Set the mode to [q Beach & Snow] (p. 29) ● Taking pictures using exposure compensation “Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 41) The image pickup device*1 shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO sensitivity is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnification.
Panorama “Taking pictures so that the frames are stitched smoothly” ● A tip for panoramic shooting Taking pictures by pivoting with the camera at the center prevents shifting of the image. When taking pictures of close objects in particular, pivoting with the lens end at the center produces favorable results. [Panorama] (p.
Appendix Camera care Battery and USB-AC adapter 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 wrung well. • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used. Monitor • Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
• For plug-in type USB-AC adapter: The included USB-AC adapter F-2AC is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. Charging the battery by connecting the camera to a computer The battery can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer. Using a separately sold AC adapter The USB-AC adapter F-3AC (sold separately) can be used with this camera. Do not use any AC adapter other than the dedicated one.
Checking the image saving location Readout/recording process of the card The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback. During shooting, the current memory indicator lights up in red while the camera is writing data. Never open the battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable. This can not only damage the image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable.
Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards The figures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used. The figures in the table below are the number of the storable pictures when using the internal memory formatted. [Memory Format]/[Format] (p.
Movies IMAGE SIZE T 1920x1080*1 (SZ-20) L 1280x720*1 8 640x480 9 320x240 *1 IMAGE QUALITY L M L M L M L Continuous recording length Internal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC card (1GB) With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 24 sec. 25 sec. 7 min. 3 sec. 7 min. 8 sec. 37 sec. 37 sec. 10 min. 32 sec. 10 min. 42 sec. 37 sec. 37 sec. 10 min. 32 sec. 10 min. 42 sec. 1 min. 12 sec. 1 min. 15 sec. 20 min. 44 sec. 21 min. 24 sec. 1 min. 12 sec. 1 min. 15 sec. 20 min. 44 sec. 21 min. 24 sec. 2 min. 21 sec. 2 min.
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. DANGER WARNING CAUTION An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
CAUTION • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it. • Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands. • Never hold or operate the camera with wet hands. • Do not leave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely high temperatures. • Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire.
Caution for Usage Environment • To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage: • Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers. • In sandy or dusty environments. • Near flammable items or explosives. • In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain.
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For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number: SZ-10/SZ-20 Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible Party: Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Telephone Number: 484-896-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
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1 Sales receipt showing date and place of purchase. 2 Copy of this limited warranty bearing the Product serial number corresponding to the serial number on the Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers). 3 A detailed description of the problem. 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.
a. Any defect that occurs due to mishandling (such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in the Handling Care or other sections of the instructions, etc.) b. Any defect that occurs due to repair, modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station. c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the product. d.
a. Any defect that occurs due to mishandling (such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in the Handling Care or other sections of the instructions, etc.) b. Any defect that occurs due to repair, modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station. c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the product. d.
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SPECIFICATIONS Camera Model No. Product type SZ-10 SZ-20 : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Still pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)) Applicable standards : Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge 3D still image : Recording system MP format Sound with still : pictures Movie Wave format : MPEG-4AVC./H.264 Memory : Internal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card No.
Model No. SZ-10 SZ-20 Operating environment Temperature : 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) (operation)/ -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity : 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) Power supply : Dimensions Width x Height x Depth (excluding protrusions) : 105.9 mm x 67.3 mm x 37.9 mm (4.2 x 2.6 x 1.5 in.) One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B) or separately sold AC adapter 102.4 mm x 64.0 mm x 30.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 x 1.2 in.) Weight : 215 g (7.6 oz.
USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) Model No. : F-2AC-1A/F-2AC-2A/F-2AC-1B/F-2AC-2B Power requirements : AC 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz) Output : DC 5 V, 500 mA Operating environment Temperature : 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) (operation)/ -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Dimensions : 50.0 mm (W) X 54.0 mm (H) X 22.0 mm (D) (2.0 X 2.1 X 0.9 in.) Weight : Approx. 46.0 g (1.6 oz) (F-2AC-1A)/Approx. 42.0 g (1.5 oz) (F-2AC-2A)/ Approx. 44.0 g (1.6 oz) (F-2AC-1B)/Approx. 40.0 g (1.
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