DIGITAL CAMERA SZ-30MR 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 dial and the direct buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Mode dial Changing the shooting mode (p. 25) Zoom lever (p. 20, 24) Shutter button (p. 19, 61) R button (record movies) (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 20, 22, 50) m button (p. 6) E button (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. 21, 24) Time 2011 . 02 .
Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings. 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 provides access to frequently used shooting settings. Selected option P Flash Auto 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO Function menu 00:34 4 16M NORM Shooting Setup menu To select the function menu Use FG to select a menu and use HI to select a menu option.
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 P 1 Flash Auto 2 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 3 4 5 6 7 8 00:34 4 16M NORM 9 Portrait 1 0.0 1 Reset 2 Image Size Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/ Digital Zoom 1 WB AUTO 2 00:34 3 4 16M NORM Exit MENU The submenu for the shooting mode is displayed on the top when shooting mode is other than P or M. 1 Shooting mode M (iAUTO) ...................p. 25 P (Program Auto) .............p. 19 . (Photo with Movie Clip) ......................................
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. 47 Print Order .................... p. 48 R (Protect) .................... p. 48 y (Rotate).................... p.
Names of Parts Camera unit 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 1 2 3 7 4 12 13 14 13 5 15 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 9 6 n button .......p. 17, 19 Strap eyelet .................p. 10 Shutter button ........p. 19, 61 Zoom lever.............p. 20, 24 Connector cover ....p. 14, 16 Multi-connector ..................p. 14, 16, 53, 56 HDMI micro connector ....................................p. 53 Battery/card compartment lock .............................p. 13 Battery/card compartment cover ...........................p.
3 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 9 Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. 10 EN Speaker Flash switch .................p. 32 Monitor.......p. 11, 19, 52, 61 R button (record movies) ....................................p. 20 q button (switching between shooting and playback) ........................p. 20, 22, 50 m button..............p. 3, 6 A button (OK) ...............p. 4 Wheel controller.............p. 4 INFO button (changing information display) .......
Monitor Shooting mode display 1 2 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 P 0.0 P WB AUTO ISO AUTO 00:34 4 16M 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 Shooting mode .......p. 19, 25 2 Battery check..........p. 16, 62 3 Flash.............................p. 32 Flash standby/flash charge ....................................p. 61 4 Macro/super macro ......p. 32 5 Self-timer ......................p. 33 6 Exposure compensation ....................................p. 33 7 White balance.......
Playback mode display 1 2 3 4 5 ● Standard display 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 3D 1 9 10 10 4/30 11 ’11/02/26 00:00 10 00:12/00:34 21 Still image Movie ● Advanced display 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 3D 13 9 10 10 4/30 12 23 1/1000 F3.0 P 2.0 ISO WB 100 AUTO NORM 16M 100 0004 ’11/02/26 00:00 FILE 12 EN 14 15 16 1/1000 F3.0 22 P 2.0 ISO WB 100 AUTO NORM 16M FILE 100 0004 ’11/02/26 00:00 17 18 19 20 21 Battery check..........p. 16, 62 Grouped image.............p. 22 Photo with movie clip....p.
Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery 1 Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/ card compartment cover. Battery/card compartment cover 2 3 1 Battery/card compartment lock 2 1 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. Indicator lamp Windows XP ● A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. 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 Computer (on and running) 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. 69, 70) 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) 3 Hold the camera and compose the shot. 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 2 Monitor Set the mode dial to K. Horizontal grip Press the n button to turn on the camera. P mode indicator. Vertical grip 4 P 0.
5 To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. The effects of the shooting mode can be used when shooting movies. When the shooting mode is p, W, s (Beauty), P (Sparkle) or ., recording is performed in P mode. P You can shoot still images during movie recording. “Shooting still images while recording a movie” (p.31) 2 Press the R button again to stop recording. Sound will also be recorded. Press fully 1/400 F3.
[Off] selected for [Digital Zoom]: Image size Zoom bar 16M Optical zoom range Other Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 11) Normal No information P P 0.0 The magnification ratio changes depending on the image size setting.
Viewing images 1 To play sound recordings To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. Press the q button. ! appears Number of frames/ Total number of images 4/30 During audio playback Press FG to adjust volume. ’11/02/26 00:00 Playback image 2 Turn the wheel controller to select an image. ● It can be performed by pressing HI. Displays previous image To play back grouped images Multiple Images are displayed as a group depending on the shooting conditions.
Pausing and restarting playback Press the A button to pause playback. During pause, fast forward or reverse, press the A button to restart playback. Fast forward Press I to fast forward. Press I again to increase the fast forward speed. Rewind Press H to rewind. The speed at which the recording rewinds increases each time H is pressed. Adjusting the volume Erasing images during playback (Single image erase) 1 Display the image you want to erase and press G (D).
1 To stop [Photo Surfing] Turn the zoom lever. Use FG to Select [ALL], then press the A button. Changing the image information display Single-image view Shooting information settings displayed on the screen can be changed. Close-up view 4/30 W 4/30 1 Press F (INFO). ● The displayed image information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed.
Using Shooting Modes To change the shooting mode The shooting mode (P, M, s, W, ~, P, -, .) can be changed by rotating the mode dial. ”Mode dial” (p. 3) The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Shooting with automatic settings (M mode) The camera will automatically select the optimal shooting mode for the scene. The shooting condition is decided by the camera and settings cannot be changed, excepting some functions.
*1 When the subject is dark, noise reduction is automatically activated. This approximately doubles the shooting time during which no other pictures can be taken. Using V (Beauty) Submenu MAGIC FILTER 1 Point the camera toward the subject. Check the frame appearing around the face detected by the camera, and then press the shutter button to take the picture. ● The unedited image and edited image are both saved. ● If the image cannot be retouched, only the unedited image is saved.
Submenu Auto Manual PC 3 Application Panorama images are automatically combined just by swinging the camera in the shooting direction. Press the shutter button once to begin the sequence. Three frames are taken and combined by the camera. The user composes the shots using the guide frame and manually releases the shutter. The frames that were taken are combined into a panorama image using the PC software. 3 When shooting reaches the end of the guide on the monitor, it finishes automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to take a third frame. ● After the third frame is taken, the camera automatically processes the frames and the combined panorama image is displayed. 3D 0.0 To exit the panorama function without saving an image, press the m button. 00:34 4 16M NORM Taking pictures with [PC] 1 Use FGHI to select the direction that the frames are combined. 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame, and then point the camera for the second frame.
The focus, exposure and the white balance are fixed when the first image is taken. Submenu Description 4 2 7 sec / 3 sec Shooting a still image with movie clip ( . mode) 0 3 sec / 3 sec 3 7 sec / 0 sec 1 5 sec / 0 sec When shooting a still image, a movie clip that includes before and after the shutter release is recorded simultaneously. / 3 sec / 0 sec The flash is fixed to [$Flash Off].
2 When the camera fails to track the subject, the frame changes to red. Use HI to select the mode and then press the G button. MR Multi-Framing SIZE FRAME MAGIC The [Image Size] is limited as follows. Still image Movie 0.0 00:34 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 720 4 16M NORM Submenu To use [Multi-File] 1 Select the size for the sub image and press the A button. The [Image Size] is limited as follows.
Shooting still images while recording a movie 1 2 3 Set the shooting mode to P or M. Press the R button to start recording a movie. Press the shutter button to shoot a still image. ● Press the R button again to stop recording the movie. Taken images are displayed as a group.(p.37) The still images can be used as index of the movie. (p.37) The number of still images that can be shot varies depending on the image size settings. (p.
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 Option Description Y Off The self-timer is deactivated. Y 12 sec The self-timer lamp turns on for approx. 10 seconds, then blinks for approx. 2 seconds, and then the picture is taken. Off Macro mode is deactivated. Macro This enables shooting as close as 10 cm/3.9 in.*1 (40 cm/15.8 in.*2) to the subject. Y 2 sec The self-timer lamp blinks for approx. 2 seconds, then the picture is taken.
Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance) For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option suited to the scene. 1 Selecting the ISO sensitivity 1 Select the ISO setting option in the function menu. Select the white balance option in the function menu. P P 0.0 WB WB Auto ISO 200 ISO 100 ISO 200 WB AUTO ISO 400 0.0 WB AUTO 1/400 ISO AUTO 2 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set.
Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. 1 Select the drive option in the function menu. P 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO Sequential 1 00:34 4 16M NORM Option Description o One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. ) The camera takes sequential shots at approximately 1.7 frames/sec. * The camera takes sequential shots at approximately 7 frames/sec for up to 5 frames.
Using Playback Functions Playing back panorama images 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. Panorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. “Creating panoramic images (p mode)” (p. 26) 1 Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p.
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. . (Photo with Movie Clip) frame ● The movie clip and the still images are played back. 4/30 Playing back grouped images Depending on the settings, the taken images are displayed as a group during playback.
- (Multi-Record) frame ● The images are played back. ● Expand to display two images side-by-side. ● Turn the zoom lever during playback to switch between two images.
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 Application Yes Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. • Flash (p. 32) • Macro (p. 32) • Self-timer (p. 33) • Exposure compensation (p. 33) • White balance (p. 34) • ISO (p. 34) • Drive (p. 35) • Menu functions in [I, J, A] (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 Compression Submenu 2 Application 16M (4608x3456) 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.). 3M (2048x1536) Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 size (8.
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. 41) 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] When the shutter speed is extremely slow, such as when taking pictures at night, [Image Stabilizer] (still images) may not be as effective. I (Shooting menu 1) X Digital Zoom Submenu 2 Application Off Disable digital zoom. On Enable digital zoom. [Digital Zoom] is not available when [a Super Macro] (p. 33) is selected.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during playback [Pic Orientation] P Icon guide J (Shooting menu 2) X Pic Orientation During shooting, the [y] (p. 48) setting on the playback menu is set automatically. This function may not work properly if the camera is facing up or down during shooting.
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. Searching for images and playing back the related images [Photo Surfing] q (Playback menu) X Photo Surfing Refer to the [ib] (PC software) help guide for details on how to use the [ib] (PC software).
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). Trimming long movies [Movie Trimming] Erasing images [Erase] q (Playback menu) X Erase q (Playback menu) X Edit X Movie Trimming 1 Use HI to select the movie and press the A button. Submenu 2 New File Overwrite Application Records the trimmed movie as new movie file. Overwrites the original movie with the trimmed movie. 2 Use HI to display the frame to start erasing, and then press the A button.
For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). 3 Repeat Step 2 to select the images to be erased, and then press the m button to erase the selected images. 4 Use FG to select [Yes], and press the A button. ● The images with a R mark are erased. To erase all images [All Erase] 1 Use FG to select [All Erase], and press the A button. 2 Use FG to select [Yes], and press the A button.
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] r (Settings 1) 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. Multi-connector Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white). AV cable (supplied) ● Connection via HDMI cable 1 2 3 4 On the camera, select the digital signal format that will be connected ([480p/576p]/[720p]/[1080i]).
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] s (Settings 2) 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.
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. 56). 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) 3 Use FG to select [<], and press the A button. 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. 59). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data 1 2 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 59). Reset Keep Set OK Use FG to select [Reset], and press the A button. EN 5 7 Print Ordered 60 4 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 59).
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 ● With prolonged camera use, the internal temperature may increase, resulting in automatic shutdown. If this occurs, remove the battery from the camera and wait until the camera has sufficiently cooled.
Error message Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Card Error 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. • Erase unwanted images.
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. 19) ● Set [AF Mode] (p. 41) 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. 25) ● Taking pictures using exposure compensation “Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 42) 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. Using the card The battery can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer. A card (and internal memory) also corresponds to the film that records images in a film camera. Otherwise, the recorded images (data) can be erased, and retouching is also available with the use of a computer.
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 IMAGE QUALITY Continuous recording length Internal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC card (4GB) With sound Without sound With sound Without sound L 24 sec. 25 sec. 28 min. 14 sec. 28 min. 33 sec. M 36 sec. 37 sec. 29 min. 29 min. 6 1280x720*1 M 55 sec. 56 sec. 29 min. 29 min. 7 640x360 M 3 min. 25 sec. 3 min. 45 sec. 233 min. 39 sec. 256 min. 4 sec. 510 min. 7 sec. 5 1920x1080*1 8 320x180 M 6 min. 16 sec. 7 min. 28 sec. 428 min. 22 sec 9 640x480 M 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-30MR 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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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 Product type Recording system : 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 : MP format Sound with still : Wave format pictures Movie Memory No.
Lithium ion battery (LI-50B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Model No. : LI-50BA/LI-50BB Standard voltage : DC 3.7 V Standard capacity : 925 mAh Battery life : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Operating environment Temperature : 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) (charging) USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) Model No.
VR496901
