Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Basic operations 3. Frequently-used options and customization 4. Printing pictures 5. Connecting the camera to a computer 6. Other 7. Battery and charger 8. Card basics 9. Interchangeable lenses 10. Information 11. System chart 12. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Index Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera.
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 Quick task index 6 Names of parts .............................8 Unpack the box contents...........10 Charging and inserting the battery ......................................... 11 Inserting and removing cards ...12 Attaching a lens to the camera .........................................13 Attaching the flash unit .............14 Power on .....................................15 Setting the date/time ..................16 Shooting ......................................
Frequently-used options and customization 46 Table of Contents Using live control .......................46 Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) ..................................47 Processing options (picture mode) ..........................48 Adding effects to a movie .........49 Adjusting color (white balance) .........................50 Setting the image aspect ..........51 Image quality (record mode).....52 Adjusting flash output (flash intensity control)..............
Accessory Port Menu.................88 Using OLYMPUS PENPAL .......88 A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share ....90 B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album ....90 C Electronic Viewfinder ...........90 Printing pictures 91 Print reservation (DPOF) ...........91 Creating a print order................91 Removing all or selected pictures from the print order ...................92 Direct printing (PictBridge) .......92 Easy printing .............................93 Custom printing ........................
Quick task index g Shooting Quick task index Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) 28 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 51 Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 29 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 31 Taking pictures so that whites come out white and blacks come out black Exposure compensation 32 Taking pictures with a blurred background Taking pictures that stop the subject in motion or co
Taking pictures without white subjects appearing too white or black subjects appearing too dark Optimizing the monitor/ adjusting monitor hue Gradation (Picture Mode) 60 Histogram/ Exposure compensation 23/32 Highlight&Shadow Control 32 Monitor brightness adjustment 70 74 Preview function 80 Test Picture 80 Displayed Grid (G/Info Settings) 85 Autoq (Rec View) 70 mode2 (q Close Up Mode) 74 Self-portraits Self-timer 35 Shooting with deliberate composition Zooming in on photos to check fo
1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Names of parts 1 1 2 7 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 3 8 4 9 5 4 0 6 a f e g b c d Mode dial ........................................P. 17 Shutter button ...........................P. 18, 23 ON/OFF button ..............................P. 15 Strap eyelet.....................................P. 10 Lens attachment mark ....................P. 13 Mount (Remove the body cap before attaching the lens.) 7 Hot shoe cover 8 Stereo microphone .
5 6 78 1 2 3 1 9 4 a b F (Up) / F (Exposure compensation) button (P. 32) H (Left) / P (AF target) button (P. 35) Q button (P. 46, 58) I (Right) /# (Flash) button (P. 33) Control dial* (j) (P. 20) Rotate to choose an option. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 0 G (Down) / jY (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) button (P. 35) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 (Erase) button ............................P. 21 q (Playback) button................P. 20, 39 Accessory port ..........................P.
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.
Charging and inserting the battery 1 Charging the battery. Charging indicator Charging indicator BCS-5 Lights orange Lithium ion battery Off Blinks orange (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) 1 AC wall outlet Lithium ion charger 2 AC cable # Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete. 2 Loading the battery.
Inserting and removing cards 1 1 Loading the card. • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Card basics” (P. 105) # Cautions Preparing the camera and flow of operations • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the card. 2 Closing the battery/card compartment cover. • Close the cover and slide the battery/card compartment lock in the direction shown by the arrow. 2 # Cautions • Be sure the battery/card compartment cover is closed before using the camera.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Attach a lens to the camera. 1 1 2 Rear cap • 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 in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it clicks. # Cautions • Make sure the camera is turned off. • Do not press the lens release button. • Do not touch internal portions of the camera. 2 Remove the lens cap.
Attaching the flash unit 1 Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the camera. • Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and is securely in place. 1 UNLOCK switch Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 2 2 To use the flash, raise the flash head. • Lower the flash head when the flash is not in use. Removing the flash unit Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the flash unit.
Power on 1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the (blue) power lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the power, press the ON/OFF button again. ON/OFF button Battery level 7 (green): Camera ready to shoot. Displayed for about 10 seconds after the camera is turned on. 8 (green): Low battery 9 (blinks red): Charge the battery. R ISO-A 200 01:02:03 250 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. 1 1 Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus. Preparing the camera and flow of operations Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Set Setup Menu Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab. • Use FG on the arrow pad to select [d] and press I. • Select [X] and press I.
Shooting Setting the Shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. Indicator Mode icon 1 S You control shutter speed. You can express the motion of moving subjects, or freeze motion without any blur. M You control aperture and shutter speed. You can shoot with long exposures for fireworks or other dark scenes. ART SCN n Select an art filter. Select a scene according to the subject. Shoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects.
2 Frame the shot. • Be careful that your fingers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens. 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Horizontal grip 3 Vertical grip 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 (( or n) will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location.
Recording movies You can shoot movies in any shooting mode. First, try shooting in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. 1 Press the R button again to end recording. 00:02:18 Displayed during recording Recording time # Cautions • When shooting photographs with the lens set to telephoto, the subject may become distorted. In these cases, use a tripod.
Viewing photographs and movies 1 1 Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Rotate the control dial to select the desired photograph or movie. q button Preparing the camera and flow of operations L N 100-0020 2012.10.01 12:30 Arrow pad/Control dial Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame WB AUTO P HD 100-0004 2012.10.01 12:30 4 Movie Index display/Calendar display • To view multiple frames, press G during single-frame playback.
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. To interrupt movie playback, press MENU. Movie Movie Play m Erase Back Set 1 Volume can be adjusted by pressing F or G during single-frame and movie playback. 00:00:02/00:00:14 Selecting images Select the image. You can also select multiple images for protection or deletion. Press the R button to select an image; a v icon will appear on the image.
2 Basic operations Basic shooting operations Monitor display during shooting 1 234567 2 B A Basic operations z y x w FP RC BKT a bc 45 mm R S-IS j S-AF ISO 400 -3.0 4:3 LN v u t 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f g h i j k l -3 AEL P +7 rq p o Card write indicator .........................P. 12 Super FP flash s ........................P. 109 RC mode.......................................P. 109 Auto bracket....................................P. 62 Multiple exposure a .................
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. INFO ISO-A ISO-A 200 200 250 F5.6 0.0 01:02:03 38 Information display on 250 F5.6 0.0 01:02:03 38 Histogram display INFO 2 INFO Basic operations Image only Histogram display Display a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image. The horizontal axis gives the brightness, the vertical axis the number of pixels of each brightness in the image.
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. 2 ISO-A 200 Basic operations LN FullHD F Shooting mode P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Shutter speed Aperture value • The shutter speed and aperture selected by the camera are displayed. • The shutter speed and aperture displays flash if the camera is unable to achieve optimal exposure.
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. • After pressing the F button (F), use FG to choose the aperture. • 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. ISO 400 LN HD 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. 2 • After pressing the F button (F), use FG to choose the 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. ISO 400 LN HD S 250 F5.6 0.
Choosing when the exposure ends (bulb/time photography) Use for night landscapes and fireworks. Shutter speeds of [BULB] and [LIVE TIME] are available in mode M. Bulb photography (BULB): The shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. The exposure ends when the shutter button is released. Time photography (TIME): The exposure begins when the shutter button is pressed all the way down. To end the exposure, press the shutter button all the way down again.
Using art filters 1 2 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 1 Types of art filters Basic operations j k l m n o s 2 Pop Art Soft Focus Pale&Light Color Light Tone Grainy Film Pin Hole Diorama t u v Y Z u Cross Process Gentle Sepia Dramatic Tone Key Line Watercolor ART BKT (ART bracketing) 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. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the scene menu. 1 Portrait Types of scene modes 2 Portrait e-Portrait Landscape Landscape+Portrait Sport Night Scene Night+Portrait Children High Key Low Key DIS Mode Macro r Q R T s ( g f w m T Nature Macro Candle Sunset Documents Panorama (P.
Taking panoramas If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panorama. g “Connecting the camera to a computer” (P. 95) 2 Basic operations 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. 2 3 4 Select [Panorama] and press Q. Use FGHI to choose a pan direction. Take a picture, using the guides to frame the shot. ISO 200 • Focus, exposure, and other settings are fixed at the values for the first shot. M 5 250 F5.
Using shooting options 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. Level bar/selection Guide item Clear & Vivid Change Color Saturation 0 Flat & Muted 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. 3 Use FG to choose the level. 4 Shoot. After pressing the Fn button or Q to display the live guide, use the FG buttons on the arrow pad to highlight an item and press Q to select.
Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Press the F button (F) and use HI to adjust exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±3.0 EV. 2 Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) Basic operations # Cautions • Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode.
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 unit and raise the flash head. • g “Attaching the flash unit” (P. 14) 2 Press the # button (I) to display options. Use HI to choose a flash mode and press Q. • The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P.
Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode Shooting mode 2 P/A Super control panel Flash mode #AUTO Auto flash ! Auto flash (red-eye reduction) # Fill-in flash Basic operations Fires automatically in dark/backlit conditions 1/30 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Always fires 30 sec. – 1/250 sec.* k k Fires automatically in dark/backlit conditions 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.* 1st curtain Always fires 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.
Choosing a focus target (AF target) Choose which of the 35 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the P button (H) to display the AF target. Use FGHI to select the single target display and position the AF target. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. • You can choose from the following 4 target types. Press the INFO button and use FG. All Targets Select the focus target manually. Set the target size to o (small) to further limit the focus position.
2 Basic operations o Single-frame shooting Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). T Sequential H Photographs are taken at about 8 frames per second (fps) while the shutter button is pressed all the way down. S Sequential L Photographs are taken at about 3.5 frames per second (fps) while the shutter button is pressed all the way down. Y12s Self-timer 12 SEC Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the way down to start the timer.
1 Press the U button to display the zoom frame. • If the camera was focused using autofocus just before the button was pressed, the zoom frame will be displayed at the current focus position. • Use FGHI to position the zoom frame. • Press the INFO button and use FG to choose the zoom ratio. 5× 7× 10× 2 14× 2 Press the U button again to zoom in on the zoom frame. 3 Press the shutter button halfway to initiate autofocus. • Use FGHI to position the zoom frame.
Basic playback operations Monitor display during playback Simplified display 1 Overall display 2 3 456 d e gh f ×10 ×10 250 P 2 +2.0 F5.6 45mm +1.0 WB AUTO A+4 Basic operations ISO 400 G+4 Adobe Natural 4608×3456 3D c 4:3 L N 100-0015 2012.10.01 12:30 SD ba 0 15 7 8 9 3D 2012.10.01 12:30 1/8 L N 100-0015 SD t 1 Battery check ..................................P. 15 2 Eye-Fi upload complete ..................P. 79 3 Print reservation Number of prints ..........................
Single-frame playback Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display Q G G 2012.10 Sun 30 L N 100-0020 2012.10.01 12:30 2012.10.01 12:30 20 1 Tue Wed Thu 4 Fri Sat 2 3 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 5 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 6 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 U 25 frames Calendar display Index display Playback zoom (close-up playback) U L N 100-0020 2012.10.
Using playback options Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit R Rotate m < 2 Back Set Basic operations Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 66, 67 — Image Overlay g P. 68 — Movie Play — 0 (Protect) R (Audio recording) — Rotate — m (Slideshow) Erase Performing operations on a movie frame (Movie Play) Q Pause or resume playback.
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. You can also protect multiple selected images. g “Selecting images” (P. 21) 0 (protect) icon 4:3 L N 100-0020 2012.10.01 12:30 20 # Cautions 2 • Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected.
Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. 1 Press Q during playback and select m. JPEG JPEG Edit R Rotate m < Back 2 2 Basic operations Start Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. BGM Set BGM (4 types) or turn BGM [Off]. Effect* Choose the transition effect between frames. Slide Set type of slideshow to execute. Slide Interval Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10 seconds.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch screen during playback or when framing pictures in the monitor. You can also use the touch screen to adjust settings in the live guides and super control panel. Live guides Tab The touch screen can be used with live guides. g “Using live guides” (P. 31) 1 2 ISO-A 200 • Tap to select items. 2 Basic operations Touch the tab and swipe your finger to the left to display live guides. LN HD Use your finger to position the sliders. 01:02:03 250 F5.
2 Use the slider to choose the size of the target frame, and then tap E to zoom in on the subject of the target frame. • Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture is zoomed in. • Tap [1x] to cancel the zoom display. 1x Playback mode 2 Use the touch screen to page through images or zoom in and out. Basic operations Viewing additional images • Slide your finger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames.
Adjusting Settings Settings can be adjusted in the super control panel. g “Using the super control panel” (P. 84) 1 Display the super control panel. Recommended ISO • Press Q to display the cursor. ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO S-IS P Tap the desired item. AEL / AFL 250 F5.6 36 2 WB • The item will be highlighted. NORM AUTO i 4:3 S-IS Normal 250 F5.6 +2.0 3 AEL / AFL 01:02:03 1023 Rotate the dial to choose an option.
3 Frequently-used options and customization Using live control The live control can be used to adjust settings in P, A, S, M, and n modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor. S-IS j WB WB AUTO AUTO 3 Functions 4:3 LF WB Auto Frequently-used options and customization P AUTO AUTO HD Settings WB Available settings Image stabilizer ....................................P. 47 Picture mode ........................................P.
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. 1 Display the live control and select the image stabilizer item using FG. S-IS j WB AUTO 4:3 LF Focal Length Auto 2 P Select an option with HI and press Q. Movie S-IS HD S-IS 50 mm OFF IS Off Image stabilizer is off. S-IS1 Auto Image stabilizer is on.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Display the live control and select [Picture Mode]. S-IS j WB AUTO 4:3 LF Natural P 2 3 i j j 4 HD j 5 M C Select an option with FG and press Q. Frequently-used options and customization h i-Enhance i Vivid Produces vivid colors. j Natural Produces natural colors. Z Muted Produces flat tones.
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 After selecting n mode, display the live control (P. 46) and use FG to highlight the shooting mode. M•IS 2 j WB AUTO S-AF P Program Auto n 2 P A S FullHD F M Use HI to choose a mode and press Q. Optimal aperture is set automatically according to the brightness of the subject.
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 2 Display the live control and select the white balance item using FG. S-IS j WB WB AUTO AUTO Select an option using HI and press Q.
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] or [Q] (one-touch white balance 1 or 2) and press the INFO button. 2 Photograph a piece of colorless (white or gray) paper. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q.
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 Display the live control and use FG to choose a record mode for photographs or movies. 2 Select an option using HI and press Q.
Record modes (movies) Record mode Full HD Fine Full HD Normal HD Fine HD Normal Pixel count 1920×1080 1920×1080 1280×720 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 Display the live control and select the metering item using FG. 2 Select an option with HI and press Q. S-AF ISO AUTO OFF P 3 Frequently-used options and customization 54 EN HI SH p Digital ESP metering The camera meters exposure in 324 areas of the frame and optimizes exposure for the current scene or (if an option other than [OFF] is selected for [I Face Priority]) portrait subject.
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 Display the live control and select the AF mode item using FG. 2 Select an option with HI and press Q. • The selected AF mode is displayed on the monitor. S-AF S-AF ISO AUTO R Single AF P S-AF C-AF MF S-AF S-AF MF C-AF TR C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway.
ISO sensitivity Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO], which starts at ISO 200 — a value that balances noise and dynamic range — and then adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions. 1 2 3 Display the live control and select the ISO sensitivity item using FG. Select an option using HI and press Q.
5 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to shoot. # Cautions • Face priority applies only to the first shot in each sequence taken during sequential shooting. • Depending on the subject and the art filter setting, the camera may not be able to correctly detect the face. • When set to [p (Digital ESP metering)], metering is performed with priority given to faces. $ Notes • Face priority is also available in [MF]. Faces detected by the camera are indicated by white frames.
Using the menus 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 # 3 d * Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 71) Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 71)* Camera setup (e.g., date and language) Not displayed at default settings.
Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j 4:3 On Back W Card Setup (P. 59) Reset/Myset (P. 59) Picture Mode (P. 60) K (P. 62) Image Aspect (P. 51) Digital Tele-converter (P. 65) Set X j/Y (Drive/Self-timer) (P. 62) Image Stabilizer (P. 47) Bracketing (P. 62) Multiple Exposure (P. 64) # RC Mode (P.
Saving Myset Restore preselected settings for P, A, S, or M mode. The shooting mode does not change. Up to four sets of preselected settings can be stored. 3 1 2 3 Adjust settings in order to save. 4 Select [Set] and press Q. Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. Select the desired destination ([Myset1]–[Myset4]) and press I. • [Set] appears next to destinations ([Myset1]–[Myset4]) to which settings have already been saved. Selecting [Set] again overwrites the registered setting.
h i-a J Contrast Distinction between light and dark Sharpness Sharpness of the image Saturation Vividness of the color k Gradation Adjust tone (gradation). k k k k k k Auto Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region. This is effective for images with areas of large contrast in which the whites appear too bright or the blacks appear too dark. Use [Normal] mode for general uses.
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]. • You can change the JPEG image size and compression ratio combination, and [X] and [W] pixel counts. [K Set], [Pixel Count] g “Using the custom menus” (P. 71) Setting the self timer (j/Y) 3 You can choose a sequential shooting or self timer option. This is the same as the jY buttons or the [j] setting of [Live Control].
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. Number of shots: 2, 3, 5, or 7 Bracketing -Off A-- G-2f 0.3EV 2f 0.
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.
3 Take pictures. • a is displayed in green when shooting starts. • Press to delete the last shot. • The previous shot is superimposed on the view through the lens as a guide to framing the next shot. % Tips • To overlay 3 or more frames: Select RAW for [K] and use the [Overlay] option to make repeated multiple exposures. • For more information on overlaying RAW images: g [Edit] (P.
Playback Menu Playback Menu 1 2 m R Edit < Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back Set < (P. 91) Reset Protect (P. 68) Connection to Smartphone (P. 69) m (P. 42) R (P. 66) Edit (P. 66) 3 Frequently-used options and customization 66 EN 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. 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 control dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to position the crop. O JPEG Edit Set 5 When the settings are complete, press Q. 6 Select [Yes] and press Q. • The settings will be applied to the image. • The edited image is stored in the card. # 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.) 3 Frequently-used options and customization 68 EN 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.
Using the Smartphone connection option (Connection to Smartphone) Use a commercially available FlashAir card to view images directly on a smartphone or PC that has Wi-Fi connectivity or to transfer images between the camera and a smartphone or PC that has Wi-Fi connectivity. FlashAir cards that have been set by another camera or device should be formatted before use. g “Card basics” (P. 105) Software for smartphones is available. Check the Olympus website.
Setup Menu Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu 1 X W --.--.-- --:-English j±0 k±0 5sec 2 Rec View c/# Menu Display Firmware Back Option 3 Frequently-used options and customization 70 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 custom and accessory menus. The c Custom menu is used to fine-tune camera settings. The # Accessory Port menu is used to adjust settings for accessory port devices. Before Using the Custom/Accessory Port Menus The Custom and Accessory Port menus are only available when the appropriate option is selected for the [c/# Menu Display] item in the setup menu. Press the MENU button to display the menus, and display the d (Setup Menu) tab.
Custom Menu R AF/MF MENU Option AF Mode 3 c g Description Frequently-used options and customization Choose the AF mode. This is the same as the live control setting. You can set separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. 55 Full-time AF If [On] is selected, the camera will continue to focus even when the shutter button is not pressed halfway. — AEL/AFL Customize AF and AE lock.
c MENU S Button/Dial Option S g Description Dial Direction Choose the direction in which the dial is rotated to adjust shutter speed or aperture or to move the cursor. — dLock If [Off] is selected, exposure compensation and other settings can be adjusted by rotating the control dial without pressing the F button. — Mode Dial Function Customize the shooting mode set by the mode dial. You can apply saved Myset settings.
MENU U Disp/8/PC Option Description U g Displayed Grid Display a framing grid in the monitor. — Picture Mode Settings Display only the selected picture mode when a picture mode is selected. — Histogram Settings [Highlight]: Choose the lower bound for the highlight display. [Shadow]: Choose the upper bound for the shadow display. 85 Mode Guide Choose [Off] to not display help for the selected mode when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting.
V Exp/p/ISO MENU c V g — This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. [Auto]: Noise reduction is only performed at slow shutter speeds. [On]: Noise reduction is performed with every shot. [Off]: Noise reduction off. • Noise reduction requires about twice the time needed to record the image. • Noise reduction turns off automatically during sequential shooting. • This function may not work effectively with some shooting conditions or subjects.
W # Custom Option g Description Choose the shutter speed used when the flash fires. 86 # Slow Limit Choose the slowest shutter speed available when a flash is used. 86 w+F When set to [On], it will be added to the exposure compensation value and flash intensity control will be performed. c X g Description Frequently-used options and customization You can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image sizes and four compression rates.
MENU X K/Color/WB Option All > c X g Description [All Set]: Use the same white balance compensation in all modes except [CWB]. [All Reset]: Set white balance compensation for all modes except [CWB] to 0. — W Keep Warm Color Select [Off] to eliminate “warm” colors from pictures taken under incandescent lighting. — #+WB Adjust white balance for use with a flash. — Color Space You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer.
MENU Y Record/Erase Option Copyright Settings* c 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.
Option b c MENU b K Utility g Description 8 Warning Level Choose the battery level at which the 8 warning is displayed. 15 Touch Screen Settings Activate the touch screen. Choose [Off] to disable the touch screen. — Eye-Fi* Enable or disable upload when using an Eye-Fi card. — * Use in accordance with local regulations. Onboard airplanes and in other locations in which the use of wireless devices is prohibited, remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or select [Off] for [Eye-Fi].
F Adjust exposure compensation. ISO Adjust ISO sensitivity. WB Adjust white balance. 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. Preview (electronic) Aperture is stopped down to the selected value while the button is pressed.
Viewing camera images on TV Use the AV cable provided with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable (available from third-party suppliers) to view high-quality images on a TV screen. AV cable (included) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).) Multi-connector 3 HDMI Micro connector (type D) 1 Use the cable to connect the camera to the TV. 2 Choose the TV input channel.
Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. 1 2 3 3 Frequently-used options and customization 82 EN Select [HDMI] in c Custom Menu tab U. Select [HDMI Control] and choose [On]. Operate the camera by using the TV remote control. • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV.
Choosing the control panel displays (KControl Settings) Set the option setting controls displayed in shooting mode. Q Change Color Saturation A Live guide INFO Q S-IS j ISO AUTO 4:3 AUTO LF WB Auto P P WB Live control ART/SCN Art filter menu 1 Pop Art 1 1 WB AUTO NORM Off 4:3 mall Super Fine +RAW AEL / AFL 250 F5.
Using the super control panel The following monitor display that lists shooting status and their options is called the super control panel. Use the arrow pad or touch screen operations to make the settings. ISO AUTO 2 3 4 7 WB AUTO S-IS P 4:3 mall Super Fine +RAW Off 9 AEL / AFL 0 250 F5.6 +2.
Adding information displays (G/Info Settings) 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-A ISO-A 200 200 LN LN FullHD FullHD F P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Display Grid ([w]) F P 250 F5.6 0.
Use [G Settings] to change the number of frames displayed on the monitor by index display. Q G G G 2012.10 Sun 2012.10.01 12:30 20 L N 100-0020 2012.10.01 12:30 20 Single-frame playback 2012.10.01 12:30 U 4 frames Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 30 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 6 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 20 U 2012.10.
Multi Echo Press G to apply movie effects. Press G again to cancel the movie effects. One Shot Echo The effect is added each time I is pressed. Art Fade Press the Fn button and then rotate the control dial to select the picture mode. Press Q or wait about 4 seconds for the effect to be applied. Movie Tele-converter Press the U button to display the zoom frame. 2 Press the U button again. • Use FGHI or touch screen operations to change the position of the zoom frame.
Accessory Port 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. 3 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 Accessory Port A Select [OLYMPUS PENPAL Share] in the A tab of # Accessory Port Menu (P. 90). Please Wait Address Book My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size • Press I and select [Address Book]. 2 Select [Address List] and press Q. 3 Select the host you wish to edit and press Q. • The names of existing hosts are listed.
A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Option 3 MENU g Description Frequently-used options and customization Please Wait Receive images and add hosts to the address book. 88 Address Book [Address List]: View the hosts that have been saved to the address book. [New Pairing]: Add a host to the address book. [Search Timer]: Choose how long the camera searches for a host. 89 My OLYMPUS PENPAL Display information for your OLYMPUS PENPAL, including the name, address, and supported services.
4 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 [<]. 4 Select [<] or [U] and press Q.
Removing all or selected pictures from the print order You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures. 4 1 2 Press Q during playback and select [<]. 3 Press HI to select images you wish to remove from the print order. 4 Select the date and time format and press Q. 5 Select [Set] and press Q. Select [<] 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.
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 2012.10.01 12:30 Select Single Print 4 15 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.
5 Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP • A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7 • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. 5 • If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu.
3 Register your Olympus product. 4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2. • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. OLYMPUS Viewer 2 5 Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) /Windows Vista / Windows 7 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better (Core2Duo 2.
Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 2 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: Windows XP Home Edition/ Windows XP Professional/ Windows Vista/Windows 7 Mac OS X v.10.3 or later 1 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera.
6 Other 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. 75) 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. 105) • 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. 78) tab b. Press I, then press Q. • The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress.
7 Battery and charger Battery and charger 7 Battery and charger 104 EN • 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.
8 Card basics 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.
9 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.
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. Zoom is not available. • The role of the L-Fn button can be selected in the camera custom menu.
10 Information 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 Information 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 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.
Using 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. An external flash unit specified for use with this camera can be mounted on the camera by attaching it to the camera’s hot shoe.
3 Adjust the settings for each group in the super control panel. Flash intensity value 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. 4 Normal flash/Super FP flash • Switch between normal flash and Super FP flash. A Mode TTL M Off TTL P +5.0 1/8 – +3.0 250 F5.6 Ch LO 1 0.0 38 Communication light level • Set the communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO].
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].
d Setup Menu Tab d Function Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Vivid 0.5 sec c Menu Display Off c/# Menu Display # Menu Display Off Firmware ― X W* i Rec View *1 *2 *3 g 16 70 70 70 70 70 * Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased. c Custom Menu Tab c R AF/MF Function AF Mode Still Picture Movie Full-time AF AEL/AFL 10 Information 112 EN Reset Lens BULB/TIME Focusing Focus Ring MF Assist P Set Home AF Illuminat.
ISO-Auto Set ISO-Auto Metering AEL Metering BULB/TIME Timer Live BULB Live TIME Anti-Shock z Default Off On 3 fps 8 fps On Off *1 *2 *3 1080i Off ― Live Guide Live Control Art Menu Scene Menu Image Only, Overall Image Only, u O, Calendar Off On 255 0 On Off Normal mode1 Auto mode1 mode1 Hold 1 min On Auto 1/3EV Auto Standard Auto 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 Default: 200 P/A/S p Auto 8 min Off 1 sec Off g 73 73
10 Information 114 EN Tab Function c W # Custom # X-Sync. # Slow Limit w+F X K/Color/WB K Set 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.
# Accessory Port Menu Tab Function # A OLYMPUS PENPAL Share Please Wait Address List Address Search Timer Book New Pairing My OLYMPUS PENPAL Picture Send Size B OLYMPUS PENPAL Album Copy All Reset Protect Album Mem. Usage Album Mem.
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 Live view Sensor Field of view Monitor Product type Total no.
Flash Flash control mode TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode)/MANUAL Sync speed 1/250 s or slower External connector Multi-connector (USB connector, AV connector)/HDMI micro connector (type D)/Accessory port Power supply Battery Li-ion Battery ×1 Dimensions/weight Dimensions 110.5 mm (W) × 63.7 mm (H) × 38.2 mm (D) (4.4" × 2.5" × 1.8") (excluding protrusions) Weight Approx. 325 g (0.7 Ib.
11 System chart Viewfinder Power Supply BLS-5 BCS-5 Li-ion Battery Li-ion Battery Charger VF-1 VF-2/VF-3 Optical View Finder Electronic View Finder Remote Operation RM-UC1 Remote Cable USB Cable/ Connection Cable AV Cable/ HDMI Cable Camera Grip Case / Strap MCG-1/MCG-2/ MCG-3PR Shoulder Strap Camera Case 11 System chart Underwater System Memory Card*4 Accessory port devices Underwater case SD/SDHC/ SDXC/ Eye-Fi OLYMPUS PENPAL PP-1*3 SEMA-1 Communication Unit Microphone Set 1 Sof
: E-PL5 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens*2 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-150mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75-300mm f4.
Principal Accessories Four Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3) The camera requires MMF-2 Four Thirds lens adapter to attach Four Thirds lenses. Some features, such as autofocus, may not be available. 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 USB connector. Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fish-eye or macro photography.
12 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.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child. • Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera. • Do not look at the sun or strong lights with the camera. • Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places. • Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing. CAUTION 12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it.
• 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. For safe and proper use, read the battery's instruction manual carefully before using it. • If the battery's terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.
Lens • • • • • • Do not immerse in water or splash with water. Do not drop or exert strong force on the lens. Do not hold at the moving part of the lens. Do not touch the lens surface directly. Do not touch the contact points directly. Do not subject to abrupt temperature changes.
For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-PL5 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 the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
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Index Symbols # RC Mode .......................................109 W (Language selection) .................70 c/# Menu Display .......................70, 71 P Set Home .....................................72 I Face Priority .............................56, 72 dLock ................................................73 j H fps..............................................73 j L fps ..............................................73 j + IS Off ..........................................73 G/Info Settings ..........
F File Name ............................................77 Firmware..............................................70 Flash intensity control w ....................53 Flicker reduction ..................................74 Focus Ring ..........................................72 Full-time AF .........................................72 H HDMI ...................................................73 Histogram Settings ..............................74 I A (iAuto mode) ........................17, 19 Image Overlay ..
T Touch Screen Settings.........................79 U USB Mode ...........................................74 V Video Out.............................................73 W WB .................................................
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