Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparation 2. Shooting 3. Playback 4. Menu functions 5. Connecting the camera to a smartphone 6. Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer 7. Battery, battery charger, and card 8. Interchangeable lenses 9. Using separately sold accessories 10. Information 11. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera.
Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Cautions $ Notes Points to note when using the camera. % Tips Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. g 2 EN Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. Reference pages describing details or related information.
Table of Contents 7 Names of parts 10 Preparation 12 Unpack the box contents...........12 Charging and inserting the battery .........................................13 Inserting the card .......................14 Removing the card ...................14 Attaching a lens to the camera ...15 Power on .....................................16 Setting the date/time ..................17 Shooting 18 Information displays while shooting ......................................18 Monitor display when shooting ..
Table of Contents ISO sensitivity ...........................53 Adjusting color (white balance) .........................54 Making fine adjustments to white balance (white balance compensation) ..........................55 Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) ......................56 Sequential shooting/ using the self timer ...................57 Shooting without the vibration caused by shutter button operations (Anti-Shock z) ......58 Shooting without shutter sound (Silent[♥]) ........................
Using the playback menu ..........95 Displaying images rotated (R) ..........................................95 Editing still images ....................95 Canceling all protections ..........97 Z Movie .................................106 b Built-In EVF ........................108 k K Utility ............................108 AEL/AFL .................................109 MF Assist ................................ 110 Viewing camera images on TV ...........................................
Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer 122 Table of Contents Connecting the camera to a computer ...................................122 Copying pictures to a computer ................................122 Installing the PC software .......123 Direct printing (PictBridge) .....125 Easy printing ...........................125 Custom printing ......................126 Print reservation (DPOF) .........127 Creating a print order..............127 Removing all or selected pictures from the print order .
Quick task index Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) 24 59 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 26 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 24 Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 47 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 color Processing pictures to match the subject/ Taking monot
Photographing fireworks Quick task index Taking pictures without white subjects appearing too white or black subjects appearing too dark 35 Live composite photography 36 Scene mode (SCN) 26 Gradation (Picture Mode) 70 Histogram/ Exposure compensation 21/47 Highlight&Shadow Control 52 Reducing image noise (mottling) Noise Reduct.
g Playback/Retouch 101 Playback on TV 110 Viewing slideshows with background music Slideshow 78 Viewing images on a TV Brightening shadows Shadow Adj (JPEG Edit) 96 Dealing with red-eye Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) 96 Printing made easy Direct printing 125 Commercial prints Creating a print order 127 Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring images to a smartphone 118 Adding location data to images Adding location data to images 119 Quick task index HDMI/Video Out g Camera Set
Names of parts Names of parts 2 1 3 4 5 0 a b c 6 d 7 e 8 9 f g 1 Mode dial ........................................P. 22 2 Rear dial* (o) ...........P. 32 – 35, 46 – 47, 61, 66 – 67, 76 3 R (Movie)/H button ........P. 38, 64/P. 80 4 Fn2 button ..........................P. 52, 64, 66 5 Shutter button .................................P. 23 6 Strap eyelet.....................................P. 12 7 Front dial* (r) ...........P. 32 – 35, 46 – 47, 61, 66 – 67, 76 8 Lens attachment mark ................
1 7 2 8 3 9 4 Names of parts 6 0 5 a b d c e k j f i g h 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Hot shoe .......................................P. 133 Viewfinder ......................................P. 20 Eye sensor Monitor (Touch screen) ................................P. 18, 20, 45, 74, 81 Eyecup ..........................................P. 135 u (LV) button ..............................P. 20 Speaker Fn1 button ......................................P. 64 INFO button .............................P.
1 1 Preparation Unpack the box contents Preparation The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera Body cap Strap Lithium ion battery BLS-50 Lithium ion charger BCS-5 • Computer software CD-ROM • Instruction manual • Warranty card Attaching the strap 1 2 3 • Attach the strap on the other side in the same way. • Lastly, pull the strap firmly, making sure that it is fastened securely.
Charging and inserting the battery 1 Charging the battery. Charging indicator Charging indicator 3 Lights orange Lithium ion battery Off Blinks orange AC wall outlet 1 (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) Lithium ion charger 1 Preparation Charging in progress Charging complete Charging error Direction indicating mark (C) 2 AC cable Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete. 2 Battery/card compartment cover Opening the battery/card compartment cover.
Inserting the card 1 The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. Preparation Eye-Fi Cards Read “Usable cards” (P. 130) before use. 1 Loading the card. • Open the battery/card compartment cover. • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Usable cards” (P. 130) 2 1 3 Terminal area Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the battery or card. • Do not forcibly insert a damaged or deformed card.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Attach a lens to the camera. 1 3 1 2 Rear cap Preparation 1 2 Lens attachment mark • 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 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position. Preparation Monitor ON/OFF lever Battery level ; (green): Camera ready to shoot. (Displayed for about ten seconds after the camera is turned on.) : (green): Low battery ] (blinks red): Charge the battery. Wi-Fi ISO-A 200 250 F5.6 01:02:03 38 Using the monitor 1 2 You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. Some functions cannot be used if the date and time have not been set. Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus.
2 Shooting Information displays while shooting 2 Monitor display when shooting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0a Shooting E D C B A z Wi-Fi FP RC BKT FPS b off cd 28mm S-IS AUTO WB AUTO S-AF ISO-A 400 -2.0 4:3 LN y x w -3 AEL P 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f g h 18 EN r 1023 q p Card write indicator .........................P. 14 Wireless LAN connection......P. 116–121 Super FP flash ..............................P. 133 RC mode.......................................P. 133 Auto bracket/HDR .............
Monitor display during movie mode G Wi-Fi 28mm TC 00:00:00:00 DF Shooting K 2 L R M-IS 1 C-AF ISO AUTO H P I FHD F 60p n WMUTX 01:02:03 J G H I J K Recording level meter .............P. 72, 106 Silent shooting tab ..........................P. 40 Shooting mode................................P. 72 Movie effect ....................................P. 39 Time code .....................................P.
Switching between displays Switching between shooting using live view and shooting using the viewfinder 2 With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the viewfinder and shooting using live view with the monitor. Press the u button to switch between shooting methods. Shooting Shooting using live view Shooting using the viewfinder u button Viewfinder Monitor Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO j ISO-A 200 Turns on automatically when you bring it to your eye.
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO INFO ISO-A 200 LN 2 FHD F 60p 250 F5.6 01:02:03 38 Information display on Image only INFO Shooting INFO 0.0 Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO INFO ISO-A S-IS AUTO ISO-A 200 200 LN FHD F 60p P 250 F5.6 0.0 01:02:03 38 Custom display 2 P 250 F5.6 0.
Shooting still pictures Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode, and then shoot the image. Indicator Mode icon 2 Shooting Types of shooting modes For how to use the various shooting modes, see the following. A ....................P. 24 SCN .....................P. 26 ART .....................P. 28 J ..........................P. 30 P...........................P. 32 A ..........................P. 33 1 Rotate the mode dial to choose a mode. 2 Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
3 Adjust the focus. • Display the subject in the center of the monitor, and lightly press the shutter button down to the first position (press the shutter button halfway). The AF confirmation mark (() will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location. AF confirmation mark Wi-Fi 2 28mm 200 250 F5.6 01:02:03 38 Shooting ISO-A Press the shutter button halfway. AF target • If the AF confirmation mark blinks, the subject is not in focus. (P.
Using iAUTO mode A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners. You may not be able to change some options. 2 Using live guides Live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. Shooting 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. Touch the tab to display the live guides. • Touch a guide item and press Q after selecting to display the slider of the level bar.
5 Shoot. • To clear the live guide from the display, press the MENU button. Cautions 2 Shooting • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] cannot be set at the same time. • 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.
Shooting in scene mode Select a scene according to the subject. 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using the arrow pad (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.
2 Shooting • [3D Photo] is subject to the following limitations. [3D Photo] can be used only with a 3D lens. The camera monitor cannot be used to playback images in 3D. Use a device that supports 3D display. Focus is locked. In addition, flash and self-timer also cannot be used. Image size is fixed at 1824 × 1024. RAW photography is not available. Frame coverage is not 100%.
Using art filters Using art filters, you can easily have fun with artistic effects. Types of art filters 2 Shooting 28 EN 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. m Light Tone Creates a high-quality image by softening both shadows and highlights.
1 Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a filter using the arrow pad (FG). • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art filter menu. 1 Pop Art 2 • 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. Shooting 2 Shoot.
Using PHOTO STORY You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type. 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 2 Shooting 2 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 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 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.
“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 2 ISO-A 200 LN Shooting FHD F 60P P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Aperture value Shutter speed Shooting mode • • • • The shutter speed and aperture selected by the camera are displayed. You can use the front dial to select exposure compensation.
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. Rotate the mode dial to A and then use the rear dial to select an aperture value. Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of field (the area in front of or behind the focus point that appears to be in focus), softening background details. Smaller apertures (higher F-numbers) increase depth of field.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) 2 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 and then use the rear dial to select 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. This blurring will give the impression of dynamic motion. Wi-Fi Shooting S-IS AUTO ISO 400 LN FHD F F 60P S 250 F5.
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. Rotate the mode dial to M, and then use the front dial to select aperture value and the rear dial to select shutter speed. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO 2 ISO LN FHD F 60P 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. 135). • 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.
Shooting with touch screen operations Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings. T U V Wi-Fi 2 ISO-A 200 250 F5.6 01:02:03 30 Shooting Tap a subject to focus and automatically release the shutter. This function is not available in n mode. Touch screen operations disabled. Tap to display an AF target and focus on the subject in the selected area. You can use the touch screen to choose the position and size of the focus frame. Photographs can be taken by pressing the shutter button.
Recording movies You can record movies when the mode dial is on any mode except J (PHOTO STORY). 1 Press the R button to begin recording. • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording. 2 Shooting R button L 00 R TC 00:00:00:00 NDF n 2 12800 250 F5.6 +3.0 Off 42mm 00:04 29:55 Press the R button again to end recording. Cautions • When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted due to the rolling shutter phenomenon.
Using movie mode (n) With movie mode (n), 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. 72) 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. Press the R button to begin recording.
Movie Tele-converter 1 Touch the icon to display the zoom frame. • 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. 2 2 Touch M or press the Fn2 button to zoom in on the area in the zoom frame. • Touch N or press the Fn2 button to return to the zoom frame display. Shooting 3 Touch O or press Q to cancel the zoom frame and exit Movie teleconverter mode.
Shooting “My Clips” You can create a single My Clips movie file including multiple short movies (clips). You can also add still pictures to the My Clips movie. Shooting Rotate the mode dial to n. 2 Press Q to display the live control, and select movie image quality mode using the rear dial. M-IS 1 j P WB AUTO C-AF Settings P FHD F 30p n 3 FHD F FHD F 60p 30p FHD SF 60p HD N 60p Shooting 1 2 01:01:07 Use the front dial to select MOV FHD F 30p for shooting movie clips and press Q.
Editing “My Clips” You can create a single movie file from My Clips. The shot clips are stored in My Clips. You can add movie clips and still pictures to My Clips. You can also add screen transition effects and art filter effects. Press q and then turn the rear dial to play back My Clips. 1 q Wi-Fi 2 c 11:23 MOV c 11:24 MOV Shooting c 12:12 MOV L N 100-0020 2015.01.01 12:30 20 Single-frame playback p 2015.01.01 12:30 Index display 21 p FHD FHD FHD 30p q 30p 30p 2015.01.
6 When you have finished the editings, select [Begin Export] and press Q. • • • • The combined album is saved as a single movie. Exporting a movie may take some time. The maximum length for My Clips is 15 minutes and the maximum file size is 4 GB. My Clips will be recorded in Full HD and Fine. Cautions 2 Shooting • It may take a while for My Clips to display after taking out, inserting, erasing, or protecting the card. • You can record a maximum of 99 My Clips and a maximum of 99 cuts per clip.
Recording high-speed movies Recording slow-motion movies. Footage shot at 120 fps plays back at 30 fps; quality is equivalent to [SD]. 2 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to n. Press Q to display the live control, and select movie image quality mode using the rear dial. j P WB AUTO Shooting C-AF P HS 120fps HighSpeed 120fps n 3 4 FHD N 30p FHD F c 30p H I Use the front dial to select y (High-speed movie) and press Q. Press the R button to start shooting. • Press the R button again to end shooting.
Using shooting options Calling shooting options LV super control panel 1 Super control panel 6 Recommended ISO ISO AUTO 2 3 NORM AUTO U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 f e d ISO AUTO 8 NORM i U 0 AEL/AFL 0.0 WB AUTO AUTO 9 i 4 5 Recommended ISO 7 WB AUTO 2 Shooting You can call up especially often-used shooting options using pre-allocated buttons. To select shooting options not assigned to buttons, use the LV super control panel that displays the current status of the shooting settings.
1 Press the Q button in P/A/S/M modes. Recommended ISO • The super control panel is displayed. 2 ISO AUTO Cursor Tap the desired item. WB AUTO NORM AUTO i U • The item will be highlighted. 3 2 4:3 P Turn the front dial to change a setting. $ Notes AEL/AFL 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 WB Shooting • You can also perform operations using the dials. Use the rear dial to select items and the front dial to change settings.
1 Press Q to display the live control. 2 Use the rear dial to select the settings, use the front dial to change the selected setting, and press Q. • To hide the live control, press Q again. M-IS 1 WB WB AUTO AUTO S-AF P WB Auto Cursor n o or F G FHD F 60p AUTO AUTO r or HI Cautions 2 Shooting • The selected settings take effect automatically if no operations are performed for about 8 seconds. Cursor Displays the selected function name • Some items are not available in some shooting modes.
Setting the AF target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the arrow pad 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. 2 Shooting All Targets Single Target The camera automatically chooses from the full set of focus targets. Select the focus target manually.
Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. 1 2 Press the arrow pad 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. 2 i Shooting o Selection method 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 (Super Spot 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 2 U S-IS AUTO U ISO-A ISO-A 200 200 LN LN Off FHD F FHD F 60P Shooting 60P 250 F5.6 0.0 Shooting display 01:02:03 30 250 F5.6 0.
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 Press the Q button and select AF mode. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. AF mode WB AUTO S-AF WB AUTO NORM AUTO i S-AF U 4:3 P 2 250 F5.6 0.
Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows 2 Use [Highlight&Shadow Control] to adjust the brightness of highlights and shadows. [Highlight&Shadow Control] is a [Multi Function] option (P. 66). At default settings, [Multi Function] is assigned to the Fn2 button. Press the Fn2 button to view settings. You can then use the rear dial to adjust shadows and the front dial to adjust highlights. Press and hold Q to cancel.
Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. 1 Press the Q button and select metering. Metering ISO AUTO • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. WB AUTO NORM AUTO i U P 01:02:03 0.0 1023 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button.
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. 2 1 Press Q to select white balance. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial.
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. 2 3 Select [Yes] and press Q.
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 Press the Q button and select the image stabilizer. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 Image stabilizer Shooting M-IS 1 Image Stabilizer ISO AUTO j WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 P 2 S-AF U Image stabilizer 250 F5.6 0.
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 Press the Q button to select j/Y (sequential shooting/self timer). • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 j/Y 2 250 F5.6 0.
Cautions 2 Shooting • When you are using S, no confirmation image is displayed during shooting. The image is displayed again after shooting ends. When you are using T, the image shot immediately before is displayed. • The speed of sequential shooting varies depending on the lens you are using and the focus of the zoom lens. • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card.
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 Press the Q button and select an aspect ratio. 2 Use the front dial to select an aspect ratio and press the Q button. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial.
Selecting image quality (still image quality mode) You can set an image quality mode for still images. Select a quality suitable for the application (such as for processing on PC, use on website etc.). 1 Press Q to select the image quality mode for still images. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 D Shooting ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 AEL/AFL 0.0 01:02:03 1023 Still image quality mode 2 Select an item using the HI and press the Q button.
Selecting image quality (movie image quality mode) Set a movie image quality mode suitable for the desired use. 1 2 Set the mode dial to n. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select a movie image quality mode using the rear dial. 2 M-IS 1 j P Shooting WB AUTO S-AF P MOV n P FHD F 30p FHD F 60p FHD F 60p FHD F 60p FHD SF 60p FHD F 30p FHD N 30p FHD F c 30p Movie image quality mode 3 Select an item using the front dial.
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 Rotate the ON/OFF lever to #UP to raise the flash. ON/OFF lever 2 Shooting 2 Press the Q button and select flash mode. Flash Mode ISO AUTO Flash mode WB AUTO NORM AUTO i U 4:3 P 3 250 F5.6 0.0 AEL/AFL 01:02:03 1023 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button.
• When the flash fires, the shutter speed is set to 1/250 sec. or slower. When shooting a subject against a bright background with the fill-in flash, the background may be overexposed.
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 Press the Q button and select a flash intensity control item. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 ISO AUTO NORM AUTO i Flash intensity control U AEL/AFL 4:3 Shooting P 2 WB AUTO 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.
Adjust exposure compensation. k ISO / j WB Adjust ISO sensitivity using the front dial and white balance using the rear dial. k WB / j ISO Adjust white balance using the front dial and ISO sensitivity using the rear dial. AEL/AFL AE lock or AF lock. The function changes according to the [AEL/AFL] setting. When AEL is selected, press the button once to lock the exposure and display u on the monitor. Press the button again to cancel the lock. R REC Press the button to record a movie.
2 Shooting 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. When using Peaking, you can change colors and emphasis by pressing the INFO button. AF Stop Stops autofocus. j/Y Choose a sequential shooting or self timer option. # Choose a flash mode. HDR Switches to HDR shooting with the saved settings. BKT Turns on BKT shooting using stored settings.
Using the selected function Press the button to which the multi-function has been assigned. An option selection dialog will be displayed. [a] assigned to Fn2 button Press and hold Q/Fn2 Fn2 2 Fn2 250 F5.6 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 250 F5.6 Zoom AF Zoom frame AF Fn2 Shooting 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 250 F5.6 Shooting display Other option assigned to Fn2 button AUTO LOW 200 AUTO HI LIGHT 250 250 F5.6 320 400 500 0.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 69). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Press the Q button and select picture mode. 1 • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 M-IS 1 Picture Mode ISO AUTO WB AUTO Shooting NORM AUTO j Picture mode WB AUTO i S-AF U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 0.
Making fine adjustments to sharpness (sharpness) In the [Picture Mode] (P. 68) settings, you can make fine adjustments to sharpness alone and store the changes. 1 Press Q and select sharpness. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. Sharpness ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO Adjust the sharpness using the front dial. 2 U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 AEL/AFL Shooting 2 Sharpness i 01:02:03 0.0 1023 Making fine adjustments to contrast (contrast) In the [Picture Mode] (P.
Making fine adjustments to tone (gradation) In the [Picture Mode] (P. 68) settings, you can make fine adjustments to tone alone and store the changes. 1 2 Press Q and select tone. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. Gradation ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO Shooting 2 i Adjust the tone using the front dial. Gradation U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 AEL/AFL 01:02:03 0.0 1023 AUTO:Auto Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region.
Adjusting the tone of a monotone image (Pict. Tone) You can set and store a color tint for monotone images taken in [Picture Mode] (P. 68). 1 Press Q and select [Picture Mode]. • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 Select [Monotone] and then [Pict. Tone]. Pict. Tone ISO AUTO J Monotone WB AUTO N N AUTO Picture tone i U 4:3 P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 Creates a normal black and white image.
Movie sound options (recording sound with movies) You can set the recording sound when shooting movies. 1 Rotate the mode dial to n, and press the Q button to select a movie sound. ISO R AUTO i R • Options can be selected by rotating the rear dial. 2 Movie R On Shooting n 2 Movie sound OFF ON ON Switch ON/OFF using the front dial and press the Q button. Cautions • When recording sound in a movie, the sound made by the lens and camera operating may be recorded.
Cautions • The low end of the shutter speed changes according to the frame rate of the movie image quality. • Stabilization is not possible when the camera shake is excessive. • When the inside of the camera becomes hot, shooting is automatically stopped to protect the camera. • With some art filters, [C-AF] operation is limited.
3 Playback Information display during playback Playback image information Simplified display 3 1 2 34 5 6 7 89 Playback Wi-Fi ×10 3D e 4:3 L N 100-0015 2015.01.01 12:30 15 0 a d c b Overall display f g h ij 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 2015.01.
1 2 3 4 5 e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v Date and time .................................P. 17 Aspect border .................................P. 59 AF target .........................................P. 48 Shooting mode.........................P. 22 – 39 Exposure compensation .................P. 47 Shutter speed ..........................P. 32 – 35 Aperture value .........................P. 32 – 35 Focal length Flash intensity control .....................P. 64 White balance compensation..........P.
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 front dial (r) or arrow pad. • Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Front dial Wi-Fi 3 Playback L N 100-0020 2015.01.01 12:30 Displays the Displays the previous next frame frame 20 Still image Wi-Fi P HD WB AUTO 100-0004 2015.01.
Index display/Calendar display • From single-frame playback, rotate the rear dial to G for index playback. Rotate further for My Clips playback and further still for calendar playback. • Turn the rear dial to a to return to single-frame playback. q Wi-Fi q c 11:23 MOV FHD 30p c 11:24 MOV FHD 30p c 12:12 MOV L N 100-0020 2015.01.01 12:30 20 Single-frame playback p 2015.01.01 12:30 21 Index display p FHD q 30p 2015.01.01 12:30 My Clips playback*1 p 2015.
Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. 1 Press Q during playback and select [m]. JPEG m Print Order Erase Back 3 2 Set Adjust settings. Playback Start 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.
Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the playback menu. Select [Play Movie] and press the Q button to begin playback. Fast-forward and rewind using H/I. Press the Q button again to pause playback. While playback is paused, use F to view the first frame and G to view the last frame. Use HI or the front dial (r) to view earlier and later frames. Press the MENU button to end playback.
Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order]) 3 You can select images you want to transfer to a smartphone in advance. You can also browse just the images included in the share order. When playing back images you want to transfer, press Q to display the playback menu. After selecting [Share Order] and pressing Q, press F or G to set a share order on an image and display h. To cancel a share order, press F or G. You can select images you want to transfer in advance and set a share order all at once.
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 Playback Playback zoom • Lightly touch the screen to display the slider and P. • Slide the bar up or down to zoom in or out. • Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture is zoomed in. • Tap P to display index playback. Tap Q again for calendar playback and My Clips playback.
4 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. 4 W X q c d Menu functions (Basic operations) 1 Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 99) Camera setup (e.g., date and language) Press the MENU button to display the menus.
Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j /Y/ Back j 4:3 Off Set Shooting Menu 1 Shooting Menu 2 Card Setup (P. 83) W X Bracketing (P. 88) Reset/Myset (P. 84) HDR (P. 91) Picture Mode (P. 85) Multiple Exposure (P. 92) K (P. 85) Keystone Comp. (P. 93) Image Aspect (P. 59) Anti-Shock z/Silent[♥] (P. 94) Digital Tele-converter (P. 86) # RC Mode (P. 94) j/Y/i (Sequential shooting/Selftimer/Intrvl. Sh./Time Lapse) (P.
Returning to default settings (Reset) Camera settings can be easily restored to default settings. 4 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. 68) 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 D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j/Y / 1 2 Set Back 2 3 j 4:3 Off Select an option with FG and press Q. 4 Press I to display settings for the selected option. i-a J K g P.
Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) Digital Tele-converter is used to zoom in beyond the current zoom ratio. The camera saves the center crop. Zoom is increased by about 2×. 1 2 Select [On] for [Digital Tele-converter] in W Shooting Menu 1. The view in the monitor will be enlarged by a factor of two. • The subject will be recorded as it appears in the monitor.
Shooting automatically with a fixed interval (i 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 Select [j/Y/i] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j/Y / Back 2 3 j 4:3 Off Set Select [Intrvl. Sh./Time Lapse] and press I.
• If there is not enough charge left on the battery, the shooting may end partway through. Make sure the battery is suitably charged before starting. • Depending on your system, you may not be able to view [4K] movies on your computer. More information is available on the OLYMPUS website. 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.
AE BKT (AE bracketing) The camera varies the exposure of each shot. The modification amount can be selected from 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV, or 1.0 EV. In single-frame shooting mode, one photograph is taken each time the shutter button is pressed all the way down, while in sequential shooting mode the camera continues to take shots in the following order while the shutter button is pressed all the way down: no modification, negative, positive.
ISO BKT (ISO bracketing) The camera varies the sensitivity over three shots while keeping the shutter speed and aperture fixed. The modification amount can be selected from 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV, or 1.0 EV. Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera shoots three frames with the set sensitivity (or if auto sensitivity is selected, the optimal sensitivity setting) on the first shot, negative modification on the second shot, and positive modification on the third shot.
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). Exposure compensation is available with [HDR1] and [HDR2] in P, A, and S modes. In mode M, exposure can be adjusted as desired for HDR photography. 1 Select [HDR] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 Bracketing HDR Multiple Exposure Keystone Comp.
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. 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.
Keystone correction and perspective control (Keystone Comp.) Use keystone correction for shots taken from the bottom of a tall building, or deliberately exaggerate the effects of perspective. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes. 1 Select [On] for [Keystone Comp.] in X Shooting Menu 2. 2 Adjust the effect in the display and frame the shot. 3 Use the front dial or rear dial for keystone correction. Use FGHI to choose the area recorded. Press and hold the Q button to cancel any changes.
Setting anti-shock/silent shooting (Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]) By setting anti-shock/silent shooting you can select anti-shock or silent shooting when using sequential shooting or self timer (P. 57). 1 2 Select [Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]] in X Shooting Menu 2. Select the item you wish to set. Anti-Shockz Sets the time period between the shutter button being pressed all the way down and the shutter release when shooting in anti-shock mode.
Using the playback menu Playback Menu m (P. 78) Playback Menu R (P. 95) Edit (P. 95) Print Order (P. 127) Reset Protect (P. 97) Connection to Smartphone (P. 117) 1 2 m R Edit Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back On Set 4 When set to [On], photographs taken with the camera rotated in portrait orientation are automatically rotated and displayed in portrait orientation. Editing still images Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images.
Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. [P]: Use the front dial (r) or rear dial (o) to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to specify the crop position. O JPEG Edit 4 Menu functions (Playback menus) 96 EN 5 Set [Aspect]: Changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 (standard) to [3:2], [16:9], [1:1], or [3:4]. After changing the aspect ratio, use FGHI to specify the trimming position.
Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) 1 2 3 4 Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. Use FG to select [Image Overlay] and press Q. Select the number of images in the overlay and press Q. Use FGHI to select the RAW images that will be used in the overlay.
Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu 1 2 X W --.--.-- --:-English j±0 k±0 0.5sec Rec View Wi-Fi Settings c Menu Display Firmware Back Option 4 Menu functions (Setup menus) 98 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 AF/MF (P. 99) Button/Dial (P. 100) Custom Menu 1 2 Release/j (P. 100) Disp/8/PC (P. 101) Exp/p/ISO (P. 103) # Custom (P. 104) K/Color/WB (P. 104) Record/Erase (P. 105) Movie (P. 106) Built-In EVF (P. 108) 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.
R AF/MF Option AF Targeting Pad MENU Option If [On] is selected, the AF target can be positioned by touching the area on the right side of the monitor during viewfinder photography. Touch the monitor and slide your finger to position the AF target. • Double-tap the monitor to turn [AF Targeting Pad] on or off. • [AF Targeting Pad] can also be used with zoom frame AF. (P. 50) — MENU c Menu functions (Custom menus) Choose the function assigned to the selected button.
U Disp/8/PC HDMI Video Out KControl Settings [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. This option takes effect when pictures are displayed on a TV. Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region. Choose the controls displayed in each shooting mode.
U Disp/8/PC Option Flicker reduction LV Close Up Mode zLock 4 Menu functions (Custom menus) 102 EN Peaking Settings Backlit LCD Sleep Auto Power Off 8 (Beep sound) USB Mode Multi Function Settings Menu Recall MENU c Description Reduce the effects of flicker under some kinds of lighting, including fluorescent lamps. When flicker is not reduced by the [Auto] setting, set to [50Hz] or [60Hz] in accordance with the commercial power frequency of the region where the camera is used.
V Exp/p/ISO Option MENU c Description g EV Step Composite Settings Set an exposure time to be the reference in composite photography (P. 36). — 35 4 — 53 — — — Menu functions (Custom menus) Choose the size of the increments used when selecting shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and other exposure parameters. Noise Reduct. This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures.
W # Custom Choose the shutter speed used when the flash fires. # Slow Limit Choose the slowest shutter speed available when a flash is used. When set to [On], the exposure compensation value is added to the flash compensation value. X K/Color/WB K Set Menu functions (Custom menus) 1 2 Y SF X F 3 W N Pixel Count 4 W SF 60 F Back Set Compression rate Choose the pixel count for [X]- and [W]-size images. 1) Select [Xiddle] or [Wmall] and press I.
X K/Color/WB MENU Option c X g Description W Keep Warm Color Select [Off] to eliminate “warm” colors from pictures taken under incandescent lighting. — #+WB Color Space Adjust white balance for use with a flash. — You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer. — Y Record/Erase Option Quick Erase File Name Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings c If [On] is selected, pressing the button in the playback display will immediately delete the current image.
Y Record/Erase Option Copyright Settings* MENU c Y g Description Add the names of the photographer and copyright holder to new photographs. Names can be up to 63 characters long. [Copyright Info.]: Select [On] to include the names of the photographer and copyright holder in the Exif data for new photographs. [Artist Name]: Enter the name of the photographer. [Copyright Name]: Enter the name of the copyright holder. 1) Highlight a character 1 and press Q to add the highlighted character to the name 2.
Z Movie Option Time Code Settings Movie Specification Settings Movie Effect Movie+Photo Mode nShutter Function c Description Set the time codes to record when shooting a movie. [Time Code Mode]: Set [DF] (drop frame) to record time codes corrected for errors with respect to recording time and [NDF] (no drop frame) to record uncorrected time codes.
b Built-In EVF Option MENU c b g 114 Description Built-in EVF Style Choose the viewfinder display style. V Info Settings Like the monitor, the viewfinder can be used to display histograms and highlights and shadows. Available when [Style 1] or [Style 2] is selected for [Built-in EVF Style]. — V Displayed Grid Display a framing grid in the viewfinder. Choose from [w], [x], [y], [X], and [x]. Available when [Style 1] or [Style 2] is selected for [Built-in EVF Style].
k K Utility MENU Option Electronic Zoom Speed Quick Sleep Mode k c g Description You can change the zoom speed used when operating the power zoom lens with the zoom ring. When set to [On], the camera will go into energy-saving mode during shooting without using live view, allowing the camera to take pictures while using less power. Press the shutter button to return from energy-saving mode. This setting is not available when [Release Lag-Time] is set to [Short].
MF Assist MENU c R [MF Assist] This is a focus assist function for MF. When the focus ring is rotated, the edge of the subject is enhanced or a portion of the screen display is magnified. When you stop operating the focus ring, the screen returns to the original display. Magnify Magnifies a portion of the screen. The portion to be magnified can be set in advance using AF target. g [AF Area] (P. 48) Displays clearly defined outlines with edge enhancement.
1 Connect the TV and camera and switch the input source of the TV. • When an HDMI cable is connected, images are displayed on both the television and the camera monitor. Information display is showed on the television screen alone. To hide the information in the shooting display, press and hold the INFO button. • The camera monitor turns off when an AV cable is connected. • Press the q button when connecting via an AV cable. Cautions 1080p Priority is given to 1080p HDMI output.
Choosing the control panel displays (KControl Settings) MENU c [KControl Settings] U Sets whether or not to display control panels for option selection in each shooting mode. In each shooting mode, press Q to insert a check in the control panel you want to display. How to display control panels • Press the Q button while the control panel is displayed, then press the INFO button to switch the display.
Adding information displays MENU c [G/Info Settings] U 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 turning the rear dial. q Wi-Fi 2015.01.01 12:30 L N 100-0020 2015.01.01 12:30 q p 20 Single-frame playback 2015.01.01 12:30 20 p 4 frames 20 2015.01.01 12:30 20 9–100 frames Index display 4 q 2015.
Selecting the display style of the viewfinder c MENU [Built-in EVF Style] b Style 1/2: Displays only main items such as shutter speed and aperture value Style 3: Displays same as the monitor Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO I SO 400 LN FHD F 60P MY1 AEL 250 F5.6 +2.0 Hi +7 Sh -3 M 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 Style 1/ Style 2 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Style 3 4 1 2 3 MY1 AEL e d MY1 AEL 250 F5.6 +2.0 Hi +7 Sh-3 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 4 c b MY1 AEL Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.
5 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) 5 Connecting the camera to a smartphone 116 EN • Camera image transfer to a smartphone You can load images in the camera to 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. 2 Following the guide displayed on the monitor, proceed with the Wi-Fi settings. • You can also connect by touching w in the monitor. • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor. Preparing Wi-Fi Connection 3/3 Connecting to your smartphone. Read QR code by 'OLYMPUS Image Share'.
Transferring images to a smartphone You can select images in the camera and load them to a smartphone. You can also use the camera to select images you want to share in advance. g “Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order])” (P. 80) 1 Connect the camera to a smartphone (P. 116). • You can also connect by touching w in the monitor. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ISO-A 200 5 Connecting the camera to a smartphone 250 F5.6 2 Launch OI.Share and tap the Image Transfer button.
Adding position information to images You can add GPS tags to images that were taken while the GPS log was saving by transferring the GPS log saved on the smartphone to the camera. This is available only in [Private]. 1 Before beginning to shoot, launch OI.Share and turn on the switch on the Add Location button to begin saving the GPS log. • Before beginning to save the GPS log, the camera must be connected to OI.Share once to synchronize the time.
Changing the connection method There are two ways to connect to a smartphone. With [Private] the same settings are used to connect every time. With [One-Time] different settings are used each time. You may find it convenient to use [Private] when connecting to your own smartphone and [One-Time] when transferring images to a friend’s smartphone etc. The default setting is [Private]. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Connect Settings] and press I. Select the wireless LAN connection method and press Q.
Cancelling a share order Cancel share orders that are set on images. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset share Order] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q. Initializing wireless LAN settings Initializes content of [Wi-Fi Settings]. Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q.
6 Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer Connecting the camera to a computer Smaller terminal Look for this mark. Multi-connector USB port USB cable 6 Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer 122 EN Cautions • If nothing is displayed on the camera screen even after connecting the camera to the computer, the battery may be exhausted. Use a full-charged battery. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host.
Cautions • If you are using Windows Photo Gallery for Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1, choose [MTP] in Step 3. • Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer is equipped with a USB port. Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc. Computers without a factory-installed OS Home-built computers • Camera controls cannot be used while the camera is connected to a computer.
4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. Operating Environment 6 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.
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. Smaller terminal Look for this mark. Multi-connector USB port 6 USB cable 2 USB Use FG to select [Print]. • [One Moment] will be displayed, followed by a printmode selection dialog.
Custom printing 1 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host. If it is not, select [Auto] for [USB Mode] (P. 102) in the camera custom menus. 2 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.
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. 3 <× 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 front dial (r) 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.
7 Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger Cautions • There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type. • Dispose of the used battery following the instructions “Handling the Battery” (P. 158). Using your charger abroad • The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) around the world.
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 mode 4608×3456 3200×2400 2560×1920 1920×1440 1600×1200 1280×960 1024×768 640×480 Compression Loss-less compression 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.7 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. 17.3 Approx. 10.8 Approx. 7.5 Approx. 3.5 Approx.
8 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.
9 Using separately sold accessories 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.
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 LO 1 Communication light level • Set the communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO]. 250 F5.
Principal Accessories 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. 11) Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fish-eye or macro photography. See the OLYMPUS website for information on the lenses that can be used. • Use the appropriate lens attachment for SCN mode (f, w, or m).
System chart Grip Power Supply Viewfinder BLS-50 Li-ion Battery ECG-3 EP-16 Grip Eyecup BCS-5 Li-ion Battery Charger Remote Operation RM-UC1 Remote Cable 9 Using separately sold accessories USB Cable/ Connection Cable AV Cable/ HDMI Cable Flash Case / Strap Shoulder Strap Camera Case Memory Card*3 SD/SDHC/ SDXC/Eye-Fi FL-14 FL-600R Electronic Flash Electronic Flash Software FL-300R OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Electronic Flash Digital Photo Managing Software *1 Not all lenses can be used with a
: E-M10 Mark II compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens*2 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm f1.8 Fisheye PRO 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.
10 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. 103) 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. 130) • 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. 108) tab k. 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 K 10 Information 144 EN X Movie Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j/Y/i j/Y Intrvl. Sh.
q Playback Menu Tab q m Function Start BGM Slide Slide Interval Movie Interval Default ― Joy All 3sec Short On R Edit Sel. Image *1 *2 *3 g 78 95 95 96 97 97 127 97 117 *2 *3 g 17 98 ― ― ― ― ― ― ― RAW Data Edit JPEG Edit R Image Overlay Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone d Setup Menu Tab d Function X W* i Rec View *1 98 98 120 98 98 * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.
Tab c R AF/MF Function Magnify Peaking P Set Home AF Illuminat. I Face Priority AF Area Pointer AF Targeting Pad S Button/Dial UFunction VFunction YFunction RFunction Button Function IFunction GFunction nFunction lFunction P A S Dial Function M Menu q MF Assist 10 Dial Direction Information Mode Dial Function T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps ♥j L fps ♥j H fps Still Picture Image Stabilizer Movie j Image Stabilization Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S.
Tab Function c U Disp/8/PC HDMI Out HDMI HDMI Control Video Out iAUTO KControl P/A/S/M Settings ART SCN q Info G/Info Settings LV-Info G Settings Multi Function Settings Menu Recall *1 1080p Off ― Live Guide Live SCP Art Menu Scene Menu Image Only, Overall Image Only, Custom1 (u), Custom2 (Level Gauge Display) O, Calendar, “My Clips” playback Off All On 255 0 On On1 On2 Off Off Normal mode1 Auto mode2 Off White Normal *2 *3 g 101
Tab Function V Exp/p/ISO EV Step Noise Reduct. Noise Filter ISO ISO Step Default *1 *2 *3 1/3EV Auto Standard Auto 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 Default: 200 P/A/S p Auto 8min -7 Off 0.5 sec 1 sec # X-Sync. 1/250 # Slow Limit 1/60 Off K Set K1 YF, K2 YN, K3 XN, K4 WN Xiddle Pixel Count Wmall Shading Comp.
Tab Function c Y Record/Erase Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings Copyright Info.
Tab Function c k K Utility Pixel Mapping p Exposure J Shift 5 : Warning Level Level Adjust Touch Screen Settings Eye-Fi Still Picture Electronic Zoom Speed Movie Quick Sleep Mode Backlit LCD Sleep 10 Information 150 EN Default *1 *2 *3 g — ±0 ±0 — On On Normal Normal On 3 sec 3 sec 108 109
Default Myset options Different default settings are used for “Myset” settings banks. The settings that differ from the normal defaults are shown below. • [Myset4] is optimized for underwater photography. • Settings banks can be reset to the following settings by selecting [Full] for [Reset] (P. 84) in W Shooting Menu 1. • Attempting to save controls assigned “Myset” in the [Button Function] (P. 64) or [Mode Dial Function] (P.
Myset4 Function Myset4 options g c Custom Menu S Button/Dial IFunction GFunction nFunction b (Digital Tele-converter) MF I/H Direct Function 64 P F/w 100 iAUTO Live SCP UFunction Button Function Dial Function U Disp/8/PC KControl Settings w Displayed Grid Live View Boost COMP Others On2 101 On1 Backlit LCD 8 sec Multi Function Settings e (ISO sensitivity/White balance) 102 X K/Color/WB WB U 104 w 108 U 54 b Built-In EVF V Displayed Grid 10 Information 152 EN WB
Specifications Camera Product type Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens system Lens M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera Approx. twice the focal length of the lens Image pickup device Product type 4/3" Live MOS sensor Total no. of pixels Approx. 17,200,000 pixels No. of effective pixels Approx. 16,050,000 pixels Screen size 17.3 mm (H) × 13.
Recording Memory SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi UHS-II compatible Recording system Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data, MP format Applicable standards Exif 2.3, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge Sound with still pictures Wave format Movie MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. BLS-50 Product type Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage DC 7.2 V Nominal capacity 1210 mAh No. of charge and discharge times Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) Ambient temperature 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Dimensions Approx. 35.5 mm (W) × 12.8 mm (H) × 55 mm (D) (1.4" × 0.5" × 2.2") Weight Approx. 46 g (0.1 Ib.) Lithium ion charger MODEL NO. BCS-5 Rated input AC 100 V - 240 V (50/60 Hz) Rated output DC 8.
11 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.
• 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.
CAUTION Handling the Camera 11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 158 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. It could easily catch on stray objects and cause serious damage.
• • • • • • • Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery and battery charger with this camera. Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/ or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery.
Warning FCC Caution Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For customers in North America, Central America, South America and the Caribbean Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-M10MarkII Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Address : 3500 Corporate Parkway, P. O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, USA Telephone Number : 484-896-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 164 EN Provisions of warranty In the unlikely event that your product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Instruction Manual supplied with it), during the applicable national warranty period and has been purchased from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of OLYMPUS EUROPA SE & Co. KG as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus-europa.
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Index Symbols # RC Mode .......................................133 W ......................................................98 c Menu Display ..................................98 P Set Home .....................................99 I (Face Priority AF) ......................49, 99 j H fps............................................100 j L fps ............................................100 G/Info Settings ................................101 K Control Settings ...........................101 z (Preview) lock ...
Copyright Settings .............................106 Custom Menu (c) ...............................99 D Date/time setting X.............................17 Dial Direction .....................................100 Dial Function......................................100 Digital Tele-converter .....................65, 86 Displayed Grid ...................................101 Display Interval ....................................18 During Playback................................74 While Shooting....................
M M (Manual mode) ................................35 Manual Focus (MF) .............................51 Menu Display (c Menu Display) .........98 Metering...............................................53 MF .......................................................65 MF Assist ..................................... 99, 110 MF (Manual focus)...............................51 Mode Dial Function............................100 Mode Guide .......................................101 Movie R .............................
Slideshow ............................................78 Slow motion movies.......................43, 44 Slow Synchronization ..........................62 Small Target (Small AF target).............48 S-OVF................................................108 sRGB ...................................................71 Storage ..............................................122 Super Spot AF (Zoom frame AF) .........50 T Test Picture ..........................................65 Time Lapse Movie .................
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