Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Shooting using the viewfinder 3. Shooting using live view 4. Viewing photographs and movies 5. Basic operations 6. Using shooting options 7. Menu functions 8. Printing pictures 9. Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 10. Battery, battery charger, and card 11. Interchangeable lenses 12. Using separately sold accessories 13. Information 14.
This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly directed to users in North America. Information for Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read and understand all instructions before using. • Close supervision is necessary when any flash is used by or near children. Do not leave flash unattended while in use.
Table of Contents 7 Unpack the box contents.............9 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 10 Names of parts ...........................10 Charging and inserting the battery .........................................12 Inserting and removing cards ...13 Attaching a lens to the camera ..................................14 Attaching the flash unit .............15 Power on .....................................16 Setting the date/time ..................17 Setting the shooting mode ........
Table of Contents Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) .......41 Using movie mode (n) ............42 Adding effects to a movie [Movie Effect].........................42 Using art filters..........................44 Shooting in scene mode ...........46 Using PHOTO STORY .............48 Commonly used shooting options 51 Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) ......51 Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows .........51 Locking the exposure (AE Lock)..............................
Keystone correction and perspective control (Keystone Comp.) .................86 HDR photography .....................87 Using the setup menu ................91 X (Date/time setting) ...............91 W (Changing the display language) ..............................91 i (Monitor brightness adjustment)............................91 Rec View ..................................91 Wi-Fi Settings ...........................91 c/# Menu Display ..................91 Firmware...................................
Using the camera wireless LAN function .....................................123 Things you can do with OI.Share.....................................125 Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions ..............................145 Menu directory..........................146 Table of Contents Specifications ...........................152 Battery, battery charger, and card 126 Battery and charger .................126 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 155 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........
Quick task index 18 Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) 44 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 71 Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 46 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 28 Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 51 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
Taking pictures without white subjects appearing too white or black subjects appearing too dark Quick task index Optimizing the monitor/ adjusting monitor hue Checking set effect before taking a picture Gradation (Picture Mode) 80 Histogram/ Exposure compensation 37/51 Highlight&Shadow Control 51 Monitor brightness adjustment 91 Live View Boost 95 Preview function 103 Test Picture 103 Checking horizontal or vertical orientation before shooting Level gauge 37 Shooting with deliberate comp
Unpack the box contents Camera • • • • Body cap Strap USB cable CB-USB6 Flash case Computer software CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Flash FL-LM2 Lithium ion battery BLN-1 Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Lithium ion charger BCN-1 Attaching the strap 1 Thread the strap in the direction of the arrows.
1 Names of parts 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e l f g h i m n j k 1 Mode dial lock .................................P. 18 2 Rear dial* (o) ....................... P. 23, 38 – 41, 58, 60, 110 3 Fn2 button ................................P. 23, 51 4 H/R (Movie) button ......P. 33/P. 22, 103 5 Front dial* (r)...................P. 31, 38 – 41 6 Shutter button .................................P. 21 7 Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator ..............................
8 1 3 c d e 4 5 f 6 g h 7 i n j m k l 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b Accessory port ..............................P. 112 Diopter adjustment dial ...................P. 20 u (LV) button ..............................P. 19 Monitor (Touch screen) ................................P. 16, 27, 34, 36, 62 Viewfinder ..........................P. 19, 20, 38 Eye sensor Eyecup ..........................................P. 137 Hot shoe .......................................P. 134 AEL/AFL button................P.
Charging and inserting the battery 1 1 Charging the battery. Direction indicating mark () Charging indicator Preparing the camera and flow of operations Charging in progress Charging complete Charging error Lights orange Off Blinks orange (Charging time: Up to approximately 4 hours) Lithium ion charger 3 1 AC wall outlet Charging indicator Lithium ion battery 2 AC cable y Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete. 2 Loading the battery.
Inserting and removing cards 1 Loading the card. 1 y Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the card. 1 3 2 2 Closing the card slot cover. • Close firmly until you hear a click. y Cautions • Be sure the card slot cover is closed before using the camera. Removing the card Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected. Pull out the card. y Cautions • Do not remove the battery or card while the card write indicator (P. 36) is displayed.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 1 Attach a lens to the camera. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 3 1 2 1 Rear cap 2 • 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). y Cautions • Make sure the camera is turned off. • Do not press the lens release button. • Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
Attaching the flash unit 1 Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the camera. UNLOCK switch 1 2 3 2 1 Connector cover 2 To use the flash, raise the flash head. • Lower the flash head when the flash is not in use. 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations • Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and is securely in place. y Cautions • When not using the accessory port, be sure to attach the cover.
Power on 1 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position. Preparing the camera and flow of operations ON/OFF lever Monitor Battery level Wi-Fi 2013.10.01 12:30 ISO AUTO i-Enhance WB AUTO ; (green): Camera ready to shoot. : (green): Low battery ] (blinks red): Charge the battery. NORM AUTO i 4:3 250 F5.
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. Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus. Shooting Menu 1 1 2 MENU button Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Keystone Comp. Set Back 2 Setup Menu Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab.
Setting the shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. Indicator Mode icon 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the A current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners. Aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results. P You control aperture. You can sharpen or soften background details. A S You control shutter speed.
Selecting a shooting method Shooting using the viewfinder Monitor Viewfinder Monitor Lights up when you move your eye away from the viewfinder. Wi-Fi 2013.10.01 12:30 ISO AUTO Shooting using live view u button Automatically lights up when your eye moves close. When the viewfinder is lit up, the monitor turns off. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO j ISO-A 200 LN FullHD F 250 F5.6 WB AUTO Q i 4:3 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 1023 Super control panel 250 F5.6 0.
2 Shooting using the viewfinder Shooting 2 Each time you press the u button, you can switch between shooting with the viewfinder and shooting with live view. When shooting with the viewfinder, the super control panel will be displayed on the monitor. Shooting using the viewfinder u button Wi-Fi 2013.10.01 12:30 ISO AUTO i-Enhance WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.
2 Lightly press the shutter button down to the first position. (Press halfway.) • The AF confirmation mark (() will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location. AF target 2 250 F5.6 AF confirmation mark Shutter speed • The ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed. • If the AF confirmation mark blinks, the subject is not in focus. (P. 140) 3 Press the shutter button again to take a picture.
Recording movies You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. 2 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. R button Shooting using the viewfinder • The image being shot is displayed on the monitor. • If you look through the viewfinder, the image being recorded will be displayed. • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P. 27). 3 Press the R button again to end recording.
Setting shooting functions Using the Multi-function button When framing pictures in the viewfinder, you can adjust settings quickly using the multi-function button. At default settings, the Fn2 button is assigned the role of the multi-function button. 1 Press and hold the Fn2 button and rotate the dial. • The menus are displayed. 2 Keep rotating the dial to select the desired function. • Release the button when the desired function is selected. Using multifunction options Press the Fn2 button.
Using the super control panel When shooting using the viewfinder, the super control panel will be displayed on the monitor. Set your main shooting functions using the super control panel. Super control panel display 2 1 Shooting using the viewfinder 3 2 6 ISO ISO AUTO 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 8 9 i 4 5 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.6 +2.0 f e d c ba 1023 0 Settings that can be modified using the super control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 Currently selected option ISO sensitivity .................................
3 Shooting using live view Shooting You can switch between shooting using the viewfinder and shooting using live view by pressing the u button. When shooting using live view, the subject is displayed on the monitor. u button Shooting using live view Wi-Fi ISO-A 200 01:02:03 250 F5.6 38 Monitor Shooting still pictures 1 3 Set up the camera and decide on the composition. • Be careful not to cover the lens with a finger or the camera strap.
Recording movies You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. R button • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P. 27). 3 Shooting using live view 3 Press the R button again to end recording.
Using the touch screen When shooting using live view, touch panel functions can be used. Selecting a focusing method You can focus and shoot by tapping the monitor. Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings. U T Wi-Fi 3 ISO-A 200 250 F5.6 01:02:03 30 Previewing Your Subject ( V ) S-IS AUTO 1 Tap the subject in the display. • An AF target will be displayed. • Use the slider to choose the size of the frame. • Touch S to turn off the display of the AF target.
Setting shooting functions Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. 3 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. Touch the tab to display live guides. • Select a guide item and touch it to set that item. Shooting using live view Guide item Tab Wi-Fi Change Color Saturation ISO-A 200 250 F5.6 3 01:02:03 38 Cancel Use your finger to position the sliders.
y Cautions • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] can not be used together. • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. • Pictures may appear grainy at some live guide setting levels. • Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor. • Frame rates drop when [Blurred Motion] is selected. • The flash cannot be used with the live guide.
Using live control When shooting using live view, live control can be used to set functions in P, A, S, M, n, and J modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor. S-IS AUTO WB WB AUTO AUTO 3 Functions 4:3 Shooting using live view LN FullHD WB Auto P F Settings AUTO AUTO Available settings Record mode ........................................P. 72 Flash mode ...........................................P. 52 Flash intensity control ...............
4 Viewing photographs and movies Viewing photographs and movies 1 Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad. Front dial 4 Displays the next frame L N 100-0020 2013.10.01 12:30 20 Still image HI WB AUTO P 100-0004 HD 2013.10.01 12:30 q button 4 Movie Index display/Calendar display • To start index playback, turn the rear dial to G during single-frame playback.
Viewing still images Close-up playback In single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to a to zoom in. Turn to G to return to singleframe playback. L N 100-0020 2013.10.01 12:30 4 20 2x Rear dial Viewing photographs and movies Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the Q button to begin playback. Press again to pause. Press the MENU button to end playback.
Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press the button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. The behavior of the button can be altered so that no confirmation is displayed. g [Quick Erase] (P. 99) Erase Yes No button Back 4 Set Select the image. You can also select multiple images for protection or deletion. Press the H button to select an image; a v icon will appear on the image. Press the H button again to cancel the selection.
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. 4 Viewing photographs and movies Playback zoom • 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.
5 Basic operations Information displays while shooting Viewfinder display when shooting using the viewfinder PBH PBH gf e PBH Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 5 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 4 MY1 AEL 5 d c MY1 AEL Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 b a 0 9 Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 8 7 Basic operations 1 23 MY1 AEL 6 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 h 1 Battery check ; Lit up: Ready for use. : Lit up: Battery is running low.
Monitor display when shooting using live view 1 2345 67 890 a D C B A z y Wi-Fi FP RC BKT FPS b cd off 28mm S-IS j S-AF ISO 400 -2.0 4:3 LN x w v Basic operations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f g h i j k l m +7 HD 01:02:03 250 F5.6 +2.0 utsr 5 36 EN -3 AEL P q p Card write indicator .........................P. 13 Wi-Fi connection .....................P. 27, 123 Super FP flash ..............................P. 134 RC mode.......................................P.
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. When shooting using the viewfinder Monitor display INFO Wi-Fi INFO Wi-Fi INFO 2013.10.01 12:30 ISO AUTO WB AUTO AUTO NORM ISO-A 01:02:03 P 200 i 4:3 250 F5.6 0.0 1023 Super control panel 250 F5.6 0.0 Level gauge display Image only Viewfinder display Can be switched while looking through the viewfinder. 5 S-IS AUTO LN FullHD 250 F5.6 0.
Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A Shutter speed 200 LN FullHD F MY1 AEL PBH 5 250 F5.6 +2.0 Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 When shooing using the viewfinder Shooting mode P 250 F5.6 Aperture value 01:02:03 0.
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter speed for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to A. Front dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever Rear dial r Exposure compensation ISO o Aperture value White balance 5 ISO 400 LN FullHD F A 250 F5.6 0.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust aperture for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to S. Front dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever Rear dial 5 r Exposure compensation ISO o Shutter speed White balance • 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.
Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M. Front dial Position of the lever 1 2 Dial Lever Rear dial r Aperture value ISO o Shutter speed White balance • Shutter speed can be set to values between 1/4000 and 60 seconds or to [BULB], [LIVE TIME], or [LIVECOMP].
y Cautions • In live bulb, live time and live composite photography, there are limits on the available ISO sensitivity settings. • To reduce camera blur when shooting using bulb, time, or composite photography, mount the camera on a sturdy tripod and use a remote cable (P. 137). • During bulb, time and live composite photography, there are limits on the settings of the following functions.
Multi Echo Apply an after-image effect. After-images will appear behind moving objects. • Touch the icon to apply the effect. Touch again to cancel the effect. M Old Film Randomly add scratches and dust for an old film effect. • Touch the icon to apply the effect. Touch again to cancel the effect. One Shot Echo An after-image will appear for a short time after you press the button. The after-image will disappear automatically after a while. • Each touch of the icon adds to the effect.
Using art filters 1 Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a filter using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art filter menu. 1 Pop Art Types of art filters j k l m n o s t 5 Basic operations 2 Pop Art Soft Focus Pale&Light Color Light Tone Grainy Film Pin Hole Diorama Cross Process u v Y Z G H u Gentle Sepia Dramatic Tone Key Line Watercolor Vintage Partial Color ART BKT (ART bracketing) Shoot.
Using [Partial Color] Record only selected hues in color. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to ART. Select [Partial Color]. COLOR Highlight a type or effect and press Q. • A color ring appears in the display. 4 Rotate the front dial or rear dial to select a color. • The effect is visible in the display. 5 Shoot.
Shooting in scene mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG. • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the scene menu.
• If you are using a lens with an image stabilizer switch, turn the image stabilizer off when using [Panning]. • The desired results may not be obtained with brightly-lit scenes. A commercial ND filter can enhance the effect. • [n Fisheye Effect], [n Wide-Angle], and [n Macro] are for use with optional converter lenses. Taking panoramas If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panorama.
Using PHOTO STORY 1 Rotate the mode dial to J. • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A Standard B Speed C Zoom In/Out D Layout F Fun Frames Q Works in progress 1 Standard 1 2 3 4 5 2 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY. Basic operations • You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme. You can also change the aspect ratio, the division pattern and the frame effect of individual images.
4 Shoot an image for the first frame. • The image you have shot is displayed in the first frame. • To exit before taking all frames, press the MENU button and choose a save option. ISO-A 200 1 5 250 F5.0 0.0 1023 Save Save the images to the memory card and end shooting. Finish later Save the images to the memory card and suspend shooting temporarily. The saved data can be recalled and shooting resumed at later date (P. 49). Discard End shooting without saving the images.
y Cautions 5 Basic operations 50 EN • If the camera is turned off during shooting, all the data for images up to that point is cancelled and nothing is recorded on the memory card. • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. The PHOTO STORY image is saved as JPEG and the images in the frames as RAW. RAW images are saved in [4:3]. • From among the [AF Mode], [S-AF], [MF] and [S-AF+MF] can be set.
Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±5.0 EV. Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) 5 • Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode. • The viewfinder and live view display can only be changed up to ±3.0EV. If the exposure exceeds ±3.
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 Attach the flash to the camera and raise the light-emitting unit. • g [Attaching the flash unit] (P. 15) 2 Press the Q button and select flash mode. Flash mode Flash Mode 5 ISO AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO i Basic operations i 4:3 250 F5.
y Cautions • In [!/#!(Red-eye reduction flash)], after the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. • [!/#!(Red-eye reduction flash)] may not work effectively under some shooting conditions. • When the flash fires, the shutter speed is set to 1/320 sec. or slower. When shooting a subject against a bright background with the fill-in flash, the background may be overexposed.
Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the arrow pad or Fn1 button to display the AF targets. Rotate the dial to choose the AF position. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. 5 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 Fn1 button to display the AF target. Press the INFO button. • You can change the AF target selection method. 3 Use HI to select an option and press Q. i 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. L Face & R.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely. Q/U Wi-Fi Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A U S-IS AUTO U ISO-A 200 200 LN LN Off FullHD FullHD F 250 F5.6 0.0 Shooting display 5 (Press and hold) 01:02:03 30 F 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 Set the lever to position 1 and press the jYHDR button to display the selection items. 2 Turn the rear dial and select an item. Single-frame shooting Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode).
Adjusting color (white balance) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images. 1 Set the lever to position 2, and turn the rear dial to select items. AUTO LOW 200 AUTO 250 250 F5.6 320 400 500 0.
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 Prepare a neutral-colored paper, such as white or gray. 2 Shoot while pressing the Y (one-touch white balance) button. 3 Select from P, Q, W, or X and register.
Controlling color (Color Creator) You can adjust the color of the subject while looking through the viewfinder. Select this function with the multi-function button to use it. Set the multi-function button to c (Color Creator) in advance (P. 23). 1 While looking through the viewfinder, press the Fn2 button. • An options screen will be displayed in the viewfinder. Fn2 button 5 Basic operations 2 Set hue using the front dial and saturation using the rear dial. 3 Press the Q button to save changes.
2 Turn the front dial to select a setting. HDR1 HDR2 3F 2.0EV 5F 2.0EV Four shots are taken, each with a different exposure, and the shots are combined into one HDR image inside the camera. • [HDR2] provides a more impressive image than [HDR1]. • ISO sensitivity is fixed to 200. • Shutter speed can be set as slow as 1 second. HDR bracketing is performed. Select the number of images and the exposure difference. HDR imaging processing is not performed. 7F 2.0EV 3F 3.0EV 5F 3.0EV 3 Shoot.
Information display during playback Playback image information Simplified display 1 Overall display 3 4 5 67 89 2 g h jk i ×10 ×10 250 P AF F5.6 +2.0 ±0 45mm +1.0 WB AUTO A+4 ISO 400 G+4 Adobe Natural 4608×3456 3D 5 f 4:3 L N 100-0015 2013.10.01 12:30 SD Basic operations ed c 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f 15 0 a 3D L N 100-0015 4:3 2013.10.01 12:30 b x Battery check ..................................P. 16 Wi-Fi connection .....................P.
Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display Q q q 2013.10 Sun 29 L N 100-0020 2013.10.01 12:30 2013.10.
Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order) You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN (P. 123). Once the smartphone is connected, you can use it view images stored on the card, and transfer images between the camera and smartphone. With [Share Order], you can select the images to share in advance. 1 On the playback screen, touch the screen. 2 Select an image using a touch operation or HI and then touch h on the touch menu. • A touch menu will be displayed.
Manipulating playback images Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 88, 89 — Image Overlay g P. 90 — Movie Play — Share Order gP. 64 * 0 (Protect) R (Audio recording) — Rotate — m (Slideshow) Erase 5 Basic operations * Set Not available for [SD] or [HD] movies.
Protecting images Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu. Select [0] and press Q, and then press F to protect the image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon. Press G to remove protection. Press Q to save settings and exit. You can also protect multiple selected images. g “Selecting images (Share Order Selected/0/Erase Selected)” (P.
Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. 1 Press Q during playback and select [m]. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back 2 Set Adjust settings. Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. BGM Choose [Joy] or [Off]. Slide Set type of slideshow to execute. Slide Interval Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10 seconds.
6 Using shooting options 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. Image stabilizer S-IS AUTO IS Mode ISO AUTO j WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 6 250 F5.
y Cautions • The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs when the shutter speed is set to the slowest speed. In these cases, it is recommended that you use a tripod. • When using a tripod, set [Image Stabilizer] to [OFF]. • When using a lens with an image stabilization function switch, priority is given to the lens side setting.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 80). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Press the Q button and select [Picture Mode]. Picture mode S-IS AUTO Picture Mode ISO AUTO j WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 LN 4:3 250 F5.
Adding effects to a movie You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Set the dial to n to enable the settings. 1 Set the shooting mode to n, press the Q button, and use the rear dial to select a shooting mode item. Shooting mode M-IS ON j P WB AUTO S-AF P FullHD Program Auto n 2 P P A S F M Switch the shooting mode using the front dial and press the Q button. Optimal aperture is set automatically according to the brightness of the subject.
Image quality (record mode) Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example retouching on a computer or display on the web. 1 Press the Q button and select an image quality for photographs or movies. S-IS AUTO K ISO AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 N 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.
Record modes (movies) Record mode Pixel count Full HD Fine 1920×1080 Full HD Normal 1920×1080 HD Fine 1280×720 HD Normal 1280×720 HD 1280×720 SD 640×480 File format Application MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264*1 Display on TVs and other devices Motion JPEG*2 For computer playback or editing • Depending on the type of card used, recording may end before the maximum length is reached. *1 Individual movies can be up to 29 minutes long. *2 Files may be up to 2GB in size.
Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. 1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the AFm button. • You can also press the Q button to select metering. HI SH S-AF C-AF MF TR ESP S-AF AFm button Single AF P AUTO C-AF MF S-AF Lever 2 Turn the front dial to select an item.
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 Set the lever to position 1 and press the AFm button. • You can also press the Q button to select AF mode. HI SH S-AF C-AF MF TR ESP S-AF AFm button Single AF P AUTO C-AF MF S-AF Lever 2 Turn the rear dial to select an item. • The selected AF mode is displayed on the monitor.
• The [AF Mode] selection can not be changed when MF is chosen with a lens equipped with a manual focus clutch (P. 130). • When using a Four Thirds system lens, the AF will not operate while recording movies. Movie sound options (recording sound with movies) 1 Press the Q button when shooting with live view and select a movie sound. Recording sound with movies R ISO R AUTO i R Movie R On n OFF ON ON When shooting using live view 6 2 Switch ON/OFF using the front dial and press the Q button.
7 Menu functions Basic menu operations The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use. W X q c # d * Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 93) Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 112)* Camera setup (e.g., date and language) Not displayed at default settings.
Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Keystone Comp. j 4:3 Off Off Set Back W 7 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 78 EN Card Setup (P. 78) Reset/Myset (P. 79) Picture Mode (P. 80) K (P. 81) Image Aspect (P. 71) Digital Tele-converter (P. 86) Keystone Comp. (P. 86) X j/Y (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) (P. 57, 81) Image Stabilizer (P. 68) Bracketing (P. 82) HDR (P. 60) Multiple Exposure (P.
Restoring default settings (Reset/Myset) Camera settings can be easily restored to registered settings. Using reset settings Restore default settings. 1 2 Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q. Select [Reset] and press Q. • Highlight [Reset] and press I to choose the reset type. To reset all settings except the time, date, and a few others, highlight [Full] and press Q. g “Menu directory” (P.
Processing options (Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 70) 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 Keystone Comp. 1 2 Set Back 2 3 7 Menu functions (Shooting menus) 80 EN j 4:3 Off Off Select an option with FG and press Q.
Pict. Tone (Monotone) h i-a J K k k Colors the black and white image. N:Neutral Creates a normal black and white image. S:Sepia Sepia B:Blue Bluish P:Purple Purplish G:Green Greenish y Cautions • Changes to contrast have no effect at settings other than [Normal]. Image quality (K) Select an image quality. You can select a separate image quality for photographs and movies. This is the same as the [K] item in [Live Control].
Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. You can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off. 1 Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 j/Y Image Stabilizer Bracketing HDR Multiple Exposure Time Lapse Settings # RC Mode Back 2 After selecting [On], press I and select a bracket shooting type.
WB BKT (WB bracketing) Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) are automatically created from one shot, starting with the value currently selected for white balance. WB bracketing is available in P, A, S and M modes. • White balance can be varied by 2, 4, or 6 steps on each of WB BKT the A – B (Amber – Blue) and G – M (Green – Magenta) axes. A-B G-M • The camera brackets the value currently selected for white 3f 4Step 3f 4Step balance compensation.
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.
Shooting automatically with a fixed interval (time lapse shooting) You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes. 1 Perform the following settings under [Time Lapse Settings] in X Shooting Menu 2. Frame Sets the number of frames to be shot. Start Waiting Time Sets waiting time before starting to shot. Interval Time Sets interval between shots after shooting starts.
Wireless remote control flash photography You can use the supplied flash and a flash equipped with the RC mode function to perform wireless flash photography. g “Wireless remote control flash photography” (P. 135) 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.
y Cautions • Photos are recorded in RAW + JPEG format when [RAW] is selected for image quality. • The desired results may not be obtained with converter lenses. • Depending on the amount of correction, some AF targets may be outside the display area. An icon (g, h, i or j) is displayed when the camera focuses on an AF target outside the display area.
Using the playback menu Playback Menu 1 2 m R Edit Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back m (P. 67) R (P. 88) Edit (P. 88) On Set Print Order (P. 116) Reset Protect (P. 90) Connection to Smartphone (P. 90) Displaying images rotated (R) When set to [On], photographs taken with the camera rotated in portrait orientation are automatically rotated and displayed in portrait orientation. 7 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 dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to position the crop. O JPEG Edit When the settings are complete, press Q. • The settings will be applied to the image. 6 Select [Yes] and press Q. • The edited image is stored in the card. y Cautions • Movies and 3D photos cannot be edited.
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 Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu 1 X W --.--.-- --:-English j±0 k±0 0.5sec 2 Rec View Wi-Fi Settings c/# Menu Display Firmware Back Option 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.
Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings) To use the wireless LAN functions on the camera (P. 123), you need to make setting such as the password to be used when connecting. [Private] and [One-Time] for a one-time connection are available. Setting password selection method 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Wi-Fi Connect Settings] and press I. Select the wireless LAN connection method and press Q. • • • • [Private]: Connect using a preset password.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R S T U V W X Y Z b k AF/MF (P. 93) Button/Dial/Lever (P. 94) Custom Menu 1 2 Release/j (P. 94) Disp/8/PC (P. 95) Exp/p/ISO (P. 96) # Custom (P. 97) K/Color/WB (P. 98) Record/Erase (P. 99) Movie (P. 100) Built-In EVF (P. 100) R S T U V W X AF/MF Button/Dial/Lever Release/j Disp/8/PC Exp/p/ISO # Custom K/Color/WB Back Set K Utility (P.
S Button/Dial/Lever Option Button Function MENU c g Description Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [UFunction], [VFunction], [RFunction], [tFunction], [YFunction], [ZFunction], [IFunction], [GFunction], [nFunction], [mFunction], [nFunction], [lFunction] 7 S 103 Menu functions (Custom menus) Dial Function You can change the functions assigned to the rear dial and front dial. — Dial Direction Choose the direction in which the dial is rotated to adjust shutter speed or aperture.
U Disp/8/PC HDMI c MENU Option U g Description [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. 105 Video Out Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region. 106 KControl Settings Choose the controls displayed in each shooting mode. Shooting mode P/A/ S/M A ART SCN Live Control (P.
Description g 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. — [mode1]: Pressing the shutter button halfway cancels zoom. [mode2]: Zoom is not cancelled when the shutter button is pressed halfway. 56 z Lock Choose [On] to use the Z (Preview) button (P. 10) to lock and unlock the preview.
Option Noise Filter g Description Choose the amount of noise reduction performed at high ISO sensitivities. — Set ISO sensitivity. 59 Select the increments available for choosing ISO sensitivity. — ISO-Auto Set Choose the upper limit and default value used for ISO sensitivity when [Auto] is selected for ISO. [High Limit]: Choose the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity selection. [Default]: Choose the default value for auto ISO sensitivity selection.
X K/Color/WB K Set You can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image sizes and four compression rates. D Set 1 2 Y SF X F 3 W N Pixel Count 2) Press Q. Set Compression rate Pixel Count Xiddle Wmall 2560×1920 1280×960 72 2) Choose a pixel count and press Q. Menu functions (Custom menus) Back Shading Comp. 72 Choose the pixel count for [X]- and [W]-size images. 1) Select [Xiddle] or [Wmall] and press I.
Y Record/Erase Option MENU c Y g Description Quick Erase If [On] is selected, pressing the button in the playback display will immediately delete the current image. — RAW+JPEG Erase Choose the action performed when a photograph recorded at a setting of RAW+JPEG is erased in single-frame playback (P. 33). [JPEG]: Only the JPEG copy is erased. [RAW]: Only the RAW copy is erased. [RAW+JPEG]: Both copies are erased.
Z Movie Option MENU Menu functions (Custom menus) 100 EN Z g nMode Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control. 71 Movie R Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control. 76 Movie Effect Choose [On] to enable movie effects in n mode. 42 Wind Noise Reduction Reduce wind noise during recording. — Recording Volume Adjust microphone sensitivity.
k K Utility MENU c k Description g The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. 145 Exposure Shift Adjust optimal exposure separately for each metering mode. • This reduces the number of exposure compensation options available in the selected direction. • The effects are not visible in the monitor. To make normal adjustments to the exposure, perform exposure compensation (P. 51). — AF Focus Adj.
AEL/AFL c MENU R S-AF AEL/AFL [AEL/AFL] Autofocus and metering can be performed by pressing the button to which AEL/AFL has been assigned. Choose a mode for each focus mode.
Button Function MENU c S [Button Function] See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button. Button function items [UFunction] / [VFunction] / [RFunction]*1 / [tFunction] / [YFunction] / [ZFunction] / [IFunction] / [GFunction] / [nFunction] / ([Direct Function]*2 / [P]*3) / [mFunction]*4 / [nFunction]*4 / [lFunction]*5 *1 Not available in n mode. *2 Assign the function to each of FGHI. *3 Choose the AF target.
7 Menu functions (Custom menus) 104 EN b (Digital Teleconverter) Press the button to turn digital zoom on or off. D (Keystone compensation) The keystone compensation function can be assigned to buttons. g [D (Keystone compensation)] (P.178) a (Magnify) Press the button to display the zoom frame. Press again to magnify the image. Press and hold the button to turn off the zoom frame. Peaking Each press of the button switches the monitor between display/non-display.
t Lever Function c MENU S [t Lever Function] You can use the positioning of the lever to change the function of the dials and buttons. Table of lever position and functions assigned to dial/buttons Mode Off mode1 mode2 mode3 mode4 When the lever position is set to 2 The lever function is not used. Front dial: ISO Rear dial: White balance Front dial: White balance Rear dial: ISO The R button and Fn2 button functions are based on [RFunction] and [VFunction] settings.
1 Connect the TV and camera and switch to TV input. • The camera monitor turns off when the cable is connected. • Press the q button when connecting via an AV cable. y Cautions • For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. • Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped. • If the camera is connected using both an AV and HDMI cables, it will assign priority to HDMI.
Choosing the control panel displays (KControl Settings) Sets whether or not to display control panels for option selection when shooting using live view. When each screen is displayed, the displays can be switched as shown below. How to display control panels 1 Press the u button and select live view shooting mode. u button Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO j ISO-A 200 LN FullHD F 250 F5.6 2 01:02:03 0.
LV super control panel This is the super control panel that is used for option setting when shooting using live view. Shooting setting statuses are displayed in a list. Select options using the arrow pad or touch operations to change the settings. 1 6 Recommended ISO ISO AUTO 2 3 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 4 5 0 4:3 P 250 F5.6 f e d 8 9 i 0.0 38 c ba Settings that can be modified using super control panel 7 Menu functions (Custom menus) 1 2 3 4 5 6 Currently selected option ISO sensitivity ..
Adding information displays (G/Info Settings) LV-Info (Shooting information displays) Use [LV-Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A ISO 200 200 LN LN FullHD P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Histogram display 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 during playback. p Q p p 2013.10 Sun 2013.10.01 12:30 20 L N 100-0020 2013.10.01 12:30 20 q 2013.10.01 12:30 Single-frame playback 20 q 2013.10.
When [Lens Data] is selected 2 Select [Create Lens Data Set] and press Q. • If data is already registered, [Lens Data] will be displayed. You can confirm or delete information by selecting it using FG and pressing I. 3 Select an AF target to be minutely adjusted and set the adjustment values using FG. • Repeat your AF target selection and input of adjustment values; when finished, press Q. • When using the zoom lens, you can record the adjustment values for each of Far distance and Near distance.
Using the accessory port menus You can make settings relating to devices connected via the accessory port. Before using the accessory port menus The Accessory Port menu is only available when the appropriate option is selected for the [c/# Menu Display] item in the setup menu. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menus, and display the d (Setup Menu) tab. 2 Select [c/# Menu Display] and set [# Menu Display] to [On]. • The # (Accessory Port Menu) tab will be displayed in the menu.
Using OLYMPUS PENPAL The optional OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures from, Bluetooth devices or other cameras connected to an OLYMPUS PENPAL. Visit the OLYMPUS website for more information on Bluetooth devices. Sending images Resize and upload JPEG images to another device. Before sending images, make sure that the receiving device is set to the mode for receiving data. 1 Display the picture you wish to send full frame and press Q.
Editing the address book The OLYMPUS PENPAL can store host information. You can assign names to hosts or delete host information. 1 Select [OLYMPUS PENPAL Share] in # Accessory Port Menu (P. 112). 2 3 Select [Address Book] and press Q. 1 Select [Address List] and press Q. • The names of existing hosts are listed. 4 A. OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait Address Book My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size Back Set Select the host you wish to edit and press Q. Deleting hosts Select [Yes] and press Q.
B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album Option Copy All Reset Protect MENU B # g Description All images and sound files are copied between the SD card and OLYMPUS PENPAL. Copied images are resized according to the option selected for picture copy size. 114 Remove protection from all pictures in the OLYMPUS PENPAL album. 114 Album Mem. Usage Show the number of pictures currently in the album and the number of additional pictures that can be stored at [Size 2: Medium]. 114 Album Mem.
8 Printing pictures Print reservation (DPOF) You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. You can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer. A memory card is required when creating a print order. Creating a print order 1 2 Press Q during playback and select [<]. Select [<] or [U] and press Q.
2 Select [<] and press Q. 3 Press HI to select images you wish to remove from the print order. 4 Select the date and time format and press Q. • To remove all pictures from the print order, select [Reset] and press Q. To exit without removing all pictures, select [Keep] and press Q. • Use G to set the number of prints to 0. Press Q once you have removed all the desired pictures from the print order. • This setting is applied to all frames with print reservation data. 5 Select [Set] and press Q.
Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable. 1 Use HI to display the pictures you want to print on the camera. 2 Press I. • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use HI to select the image and press Q. • To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while the picture selection screen is displayed.
Selecting pictures you want to print Select pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away. 123-3456 2013.10.01 12:30 Select Print 15 Single Print More Print (f) Prints the currently displayed picture. If there is a picture that [Single Print] reservation has already been applied to, only that reserved picture will be printed.
9 Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone Installing the PC software Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP • A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog.
3 Register your Olympus product. 4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better (Core2Duo 2.
Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows: Macintosh: 1 Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7 SP1/ Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Mac OS X v10.5 - v10.9 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. • The location of the USB port varies with the computer.
Using the camera wireless LAN function You can use the camera wireless LAN function to connect to a smartphone over a wireless network. • View and transfer images stored on the camera card. • Add position information to image using the smartphone position information. • Operate the camera using your smartphone. For these operations, a smartphone with the smartphone app installed is necessary. See the Olympus website for details on “OLYMPUS Image Share (OI.Share)”, the smartphone app.
One-time connection 1 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu, and press Q. • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor. 2 Enter the SSID and password into your smartphone. • If you use OI.Share on your smartphone to read the QR code, the SSID and password are entered automatically. • From the second time you connect, a confirmation message first will be displayed asking if you wish to change your password.
Things you can do with OI.Share Adding smartphone position information to images 1 Start position information recording in OI.Share before shooting starts. • Your smartphone will log position information at a predetermined interval. • There is no need to connect to the smartphone while position information recording is in progress. 2 End position information recording in OI.Share once shooting is complete. 3 Start [Connection to Smartphone] in your camera.
10 Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger • Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Use only genuine OLYMPUS rechargeable batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly. • Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode. • Displaying images on the monitor for a prolonged period.
Usable cards In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or format. Return the switch to the unlock position enable writing.
Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures The file size in the table is approximate for files with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Record Number of pixels mode (Pixel Count) 10 Battery, battery charger, and card 128 EN RAW YSF YF YN YB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB 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.
11 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. y Cautions • When you attach or remove the body cap and lens from the camera, keep the lens mount on the camera pointed downward. This helps prevent dust and other foreign matter from getting inside the camera.
Using power zoom lenses with macro functions (ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3EZ) Lens operation is determined by the position of the zoom ring. MACRO button MACRO Zoom ring + While pressing E-ZOOM (Power Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring for power zoom. Zoom speed is determined by the amount of rotation. M-ZOOM (Manual Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring to zoom in and out. MACRO (Macro Photography) To photography subjects at a range of 0.2 to 0.5 m, press the MACRO button and slide the zoom ring forward.
Cap lens control (BCL-1580, BCL-0980 Fisheye) Use the MF lever to open and close the lens barrier, and adjust the focus between infinity and close-up. • There is no data communication between camera and lens. • Some functions of the camera cannot be used. • When using the camera image stabilizer (P. 68), select a focus distance of 9 mm (BCL-0980 Fisheye) or 15 mm (BCL-1580).
Main lens specifications Items ED12-40mm f2.8PRO Mount ED14-150mm f4.0-5.6 Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 12 – 40 mm 40 – 150 mm 14 – 150 mm f/2.8 f/4.0 – 5.6 f/4.0 – 5.6 84.1° – 30.3° 30.3° – 8.2° 75° – 8.2° Lens configuration 9 groups, 14 lenses 10 groups, 13 lenses 11 groups, 15 lenses Iris control f/2.8 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 0.2 m – ) 0.9 m – ) 0.5 m – ) Max.
12 Using separately sold accessories Power Battery Holder (HLD-7) You can extend camera usage time by using the power battery holder with the camera’s battery. You can assign functions to the camera’s custom menu using the dial and Fn button. You can use an AC adaptor (sold separately) via the HLD-7. Be sure to turn off the camera’s power when attaching or removing the power battery holder.
Using the AC adaptor When using the AC adaptor, open the AC connector cover and plug in the AC connector. Using the dial and button Set the functions for the HLD-7 dial and B-Fn button using [Button Function] on the camera’s c custom menu. g “Button Function” (P. 103) Main Specifications (HLD-7) Power supply Dimensions Weight Splash resistance (when attached to a camera) Battery: Li-ion Battery BLN-1 ×1 AC power supply: AC adapter AC-3 Approx. 128.5 mm (W) × 48.2 mm (H) × 57.3 mm (D) (5.1” × 1.
Functions available with external flash units Optional flash FL-600R Flash control mode TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL TTL-AUTO, MANUAL TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL GN (Guide number) (ISO100) RC mode GN36 (85 mm*) GN20 (24 mm*) FL-300R GN20 (28 mm*) FL-14 GN14 (28 mm*) RF-11 GN11 TTL-AUTO, MANUAL TF-22 GN22 * The focal length of the lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 mm film camera).
Wireless flash control range Position the wireless flash units with their remote sensors facing the camera. The following illustration shows the approximate ranges at which the flash units can be positioned. The actual control range varies with local conditions. 30° 60° 30° 7m 50° 100° 50° 5m y Cautions • We recommend using a single group of up to three remote flash units. • Remote flash units cannot be used for second curtain slow synchronization or anti-shock exposures longer than 4 seconds.
Principal Accessories Four Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3) The camera requires a Four Thirds lens adapter to attach Four Thirds lenses. Since the AF method differs when using a Micro Four Thirds system lens, the AF operational area is narrower. 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.
System chart Power Supply Viewfinder BLN-1 BCN-1 Li-ion Battery Li-ion Battery Charger HLD-7 AC-3 Power Battery Holder AC adapter EP-13 VF-3/VF-4 Eyecup Electronic View Finder Remote Operation RM-UC1 Remote Cable USB Cable/ Connection Cable AV Cable/ HDMI Cable 12 Using separately sold accessories 138 EN Case / Strap Shoulder Strap/ Camera Case Underwater System Underwater case Memory Card* 4 SD/SDHC/ SDXC/Eye-Fi Software OLYMPUS Viewer Accessory port devices OLYMPUS PENPAL PP-1*
: E-M1 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Converter Lens*2 Lens M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6 EZ M.
13 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. 96) The number of AF targets is reduced The number and size of AF targets varies with aspect ratio, group target settings, and the option selected for [Digital Tele-converter].
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. 127) • 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. 101) 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 K X Still Picture Movie Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter Keystone Comp.
q Playback Menu Tab q m Function Start BGM Slide Slide Interval Movie Interval Default ― Joy All 3 sec Short On R Edit Sel. Image Image Overlay Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone *1 RAW Data Edit JPEG Edit R *2 *3 g 67 88 88 89 90 90 116 90 90 *2 *3 g 17 91 ― ― ― ― ― ― ― d Setup Menu Tab d Function X W* i Rec View Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Natural 0.
c Custom Menu Tab c R AF/MF Function AF Mode Still Picture Movie Full-time AF AEL/AFL Reset Lens BULB/TIME Focusing Focus Ring Magnify MF Assist Peaking P Set Home AF Illuminat.
Default Off On 6 fps 10 fps Off On Off Normal *1 *2 *3 1080i Off ― Live Guide Live Control Art Menu Scene Menu Image Only, Overall Image Only, u, Level Gauge O, Calendar Off All On 255 0 On Off Normal mode1 On Auto mode2 Off White Hold 1 min 4h On Auto g 94 95 13 96 Information Tab Function c T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j I
Tab Function c V Exp/p/ISO EV Step Noise Reduct. Noise Filter ISO ISO Step ISO-Auto Set ISO-Auto Metering AEL Metering BULB/TIME Timer BULB/TIME Monitor Live BULB Live TIME Anti-Shock z Composite Settings W # Custom # X-Sync. # Slow Limit w+F X K/Color/WB K Set 13 Information 150 EN Xiddle Pixel Count Wmall Shading Comp. WB All Set All > All Reset W Keep Warm Color #+WB Color Space Y Record/Erase Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings Copyright Info.
Tab c Function Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume RVolume Limiter b Built-In EVF Built-in EVF Style V Info Settings V Displayed Grid EVF Auto Switch EVF Auto EVF Adjust Luminance V Half Way Level k K Utility Pixel Mapping p Exposure J Shift 5 AF Focus Adj.
Specifications Camera Product type Product type Lens Lens mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera Image pickup device Product type No. of total pixels No. of effective pixels Screen size Aspect ratio Viewfinder Type No. of pixels Magnification Eye point Live view Sensor Field of view Monitor Product type Total no.
Recording Memory Recording system Applicable standards Sound with still pictures Movie Audio Playback Display format Drive Drive mode Sequential shooting Self-timer Energy saving function SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi UHS-I compatible Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data, MP format Exif 2.3, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge Wave format MPEG-4 AVC/H.
FL-LM2 Guide number Firing angle 7 (ISO100), 10 (ISO200) Covers the angle of view of a 14 mm lens (28 mm in 35 mm format) Dimensions Weight Splash resistance Approx. 44.3 mm (W) × 33.5 mm (H) × 52.5 mm (D) (1.7" × 1.3" × 2.1") Approx. 31 g (0.07 Ib.) Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX1 (under OLYMPUS test conditions) Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No.
14 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.
• Keep young children, infants, and animals such as pets away from the camera. Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury: • Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation. • Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards or other small parts. • Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child. • Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera.
CAUTION • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera. • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery.
Monitor The display on the rear of the camera is an LCD monitor. • In the unlikely event that the monitor breaks, do not put the liquid crystal in your mouth. Any of the material adhering to your hands, feet, or clothing should be rinsed off immediately. • A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction. • When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the monitor.
FCC Notice FCC Caution This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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15 Additions/modifications by firmware update The following functions are added/modified by firmware update to each version. Additions/modifications by the firmware version 2.
T Release/j [♥j L fps], [♥j H fps] and [Image Stabilizer] added 176 U Disp/8/PC [G/Info Settings], [Live View Boost], [Expand LV Dyn. Range] and [Peaking Settings] modified [Menu Recall] added 176 V Exp/p/ISO [Anti-Shock z] modified 177 Z Movie [PCM Recorder K Link], [Time Code Settings], [n Info Settings] and [nShutter Function] added 177 b Built-In EVF [V Info Settings] modified [S-OVF] added 178 178 OI.Share (compatible with version 2.6) 178 OLYMPUS Capture (compatible with version 1.
Additions/modifications by the firmware version 3.0 [T Sequential H] (9fps with C-AF setting) Due to an improvement in tracking technology of C-AF (continuous AF), 9fps is supported for sequential H shooting (T) with C-AF setting. Additions/modifications by the firmware version 4.0 Monitor display when shooting Icons of anti-shock shooting, silent shooting and S-OVF are added to be displayed on the monitor while shooting. Additions/modifications by firmware update 1 2 1 S-OVF n ........................
Image stabilizer (Movie settings modified) The image stabilizer function (P.68) for movie is modified. Movie OFF Movie-I.S. Off Image stabilizer is off. M-IS1 All Direction Shake I.S. The camera uses both sensor shift (VCM) and electronic correction. M-IS2 All Direction Shake I.S. The camera uses sensor shift (VCM) correction only. Electronic correction is not used. [Image Stabilizer] in X Shooting menu 2 is moved to the custom menus (MENU T).
Record modes (movies) The movie image quality modes are changed (P.72). 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.
Anti-shock shooting/silent shooting (Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]) Shooting without the vibration caused by shutter button operations (Anti-Shockz) To prevent camera shake caused by the small vibrations that occur during shutter operations, shooting is performed using an electronic front-curtain shutter. This is used when shooting with a microscope or a super telephoto lens. 1 Select [Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]] in XShooting menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 2 3 Select [Anti-Shockz] and press I.
Shooting without shutter sound (Silent[♥]) In situations where the shutter sound is a problem, you can shoot without making a sound. Shooting is performed using electronic shutters for both the front and rear curtains so that the miniscule camera shaking caused by shutter movements can be reduced, just as in anti-shock shooting. 1 Select [Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]] in XShooting menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 2 3 Select [Silent[♥]] and press I.
Bracketing ([Focus BKT] added) [Focus BKT] (focus bracketing) is added to bracketing (P.82). Focus BKT • For flash shooting, set the shutter speed to 1/13 sec. or slower. • Focus bracketing is not available with lenses that have mounts conforming to the Four-Thirds standard. • Focus bracketing ends if zoom or focus is adjusted during shooting. • Shooting ends when focus reaches infinity.
Focus stacking Eight frames are shot by automatically changing the focus point slightly for each frame and merged to create an image that is focused on broad range from near to far field. Additions/modifications by firmware update 15 1 2 3 4 5 Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting menu 2 and press Q. 6 7 Select [On] and press Q. Select [On] and press I. Select [Focus BKT] and press I. Select [On] and press I. Select [Focus Stacking] and press I.
Movie sound recording using an IC recorder You can record movie sound using an IC recorder. Connect an IC recorder to the microphone connector. Use a non-resistor-type cable for the connection. Set [Camera Rec. Volume] under [PCM Recorder K Link] in the custom menus (MENU c Z) in advance (P.177).
T Release/j The following settings are added to the custom menus (MENU c T) (P.94). [♥j L fps], [♥j H fps] and [Image Stabilizer] added Description g ♥j H fps Choose the frame advance rates for silent shooting. Figures are the approximate maximums. 57, 172 Image Stabilizer The option is moved from X Shooting Menu 2. Option ♥j L fps ― U Disp/8/PC The following settings in the custom menus (MENU (P.95).
V Exp/p/ISO The following setting in the custom menus (MENU c V) is modified (P.96). [Anti-Shock z] modified Option Anti-Shock z g Description [Anti-Shock z] is changed to [Anti-Shockz] in X Shooting menu 2. 171 Z Movie The following settings are added to the custom menus (MENU c Z) (P.100). [PCM Recorder K Link], [Time Code Settings], [n Info Settings] and [nShutter Function] added Option Time Code Settings Description [Camera Rec.
b Built-In EVF c The following settings in the custom menus (MENU (P.100). b) are modified/added [V Info Settings] modified Option V Info Settings g Description Like the monitor, the viewfinder can be used to display histograms and highlights and shadows. Choose the information to be displayed in [Custom1] and [Custom2]. Available when [Style 1] or [Style 2] is selected for [Built-in EVF Style].
Default settings The default settings for new functions and the modified default settings are as follows. *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 K j/Y/i X Keystone Comp.
Tab c Z Movie Function PCM Recorder K Link Time Code Settings n Info Settings nShutter Function b Built-In EVF V Info Settings Additions/modifications by firmware update 15 180 EN S-OVF Camera Rec. Volume Slate Tone Synchronized ]Rec.
Index Symbols W (Language selection)....................91 c/# Menu Display .............................91 P (AF Area)......................................54 P Set Home .....................................93 I Face Priority .............................55, 93 j/Y ..........................................81, 172 j Image Stabilization........................94 j H fps..............................................94 j L fps ..............................................94 ♥j H fps .........................
Displayed Grid .....................................95 dpi Settings ..........................................99 E Edit Filename.......................................99 Electronic Zoom Speed .....................101 Erase Selected ....................................33 EVF Adjust ......................................... 115 EV Step ...............................................96 Exposure Shift ...................................101 Eye-Fi ................................................
P T P (Program shooting) ..........................38 PCM Recorder K Link .......................177 Peaking Settings..........................96, 176 Picture Copy Size .............................. 115 Picture Mode .................................70, 80 Picture Mode Settings .........................95 Pixel Count ..........................................98 Pixel Mapping ....................................145 Print ................................................... 117 Print reservation < ..........
date of issue 2015.09.
