DIGITAL CAMERA TG-4 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
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. Digital camera Strap Lithium Ion Battery (LI-92B) OLYMPUS Setup CD-ROM or USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Attaching the camera strap • Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.
Names of parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f g Connector cover Connector cover lock LOCK knob Speaker Strap eyelet Lens Self-timer lamp/LED Illuminator/ AF illuminator Flash Stereo microphone GPS antenna n button Indicator lamp Shutter button Zoom lever Monitor INFO (Information display) button R (Movie) button h i j k l m n o p q r s t u Mode dial q (Playback) button A button /Wi-Fi button Multi-connector HDMI micro connector Tripod socket Battery/card compartment cover Battery/card compartment cov
Preparations for shooting Inserting and removing the battery and card 1 Follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 to open the battery/card compartment cover. • Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. Battery/card compartment cover lock 3 2 1 Battery/card compartment cover 2 Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow. • Insert the battery as illustrated with the C mark toward the battery lock knob.
3 Insert the card straight until it clicks into place. • Do not touch the metallic parts of the card directly. • Always use the specified cards with this camera. Do not insert other types of memory cards. Write-protect switch Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi (with Wireless LAN function) card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) • This camera can be used without a card by storing images in its internal memory.
Charging the battery 1 Check that the battery is in the camera, and connect the USB cable and USB-AC adapter. • The battery is not fully charged at shipment. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the indicator lamp turns off (up to 5 hours). Connecting the camera AC outlet Indicator lamp On: Charging Off: Charged 2 or Multi-connector 1 3 USB cable (supplied) Connector cover For charging the battery abroad, see “Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad” (P. 95).
• If the indicator lamp does not light, reconnect the USB cable and USB-AC adapter to the camera. • If “No Connection” is displayed on the back monitor, disconnect the USB cable and set [Storage] in [USB Connection] (P. 58) before connecting the cable again. When to charge the batteries Error message Charge the battery when the error message shown on the right appears.
Turning on the camera and making the initial settings When you turn on the camera for the first time, a screen appears enabling to set the language for the menus and messages displayed in the monitor, and the date and time. To change the selected date and time, see “Setting the date and time d [X]” (P. 60). 1 Press the n button to turn on the camera, press FGHI of the arrow pad to select your language and press the A button.
Using basic functions Taking photographs (P mode) 1 Press the n button to turn on the camera. 2 Set the mode dial to P. 3 Frame the shot. 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. • When holding the camera, take care not to cover the flash, microphone or other important parts with your fingers, etc.
Viewing photographs (Playing back images) Turn on the camera. Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph is displayed. • Press HI (arrow pad) to select an image. Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame 4/30 ’15/02/26 12:30 Still image q button Arrow pad Index display • In single-frame playback, press the zoom lever to the W side for Index playback. • Use FGHI (arrow pad) to move the cursor. • Press the zoom lever to the T side, or press the A button for single-frame playback.
Recording movies 1 Press the R (movie) button to start recording. • The movie is shot in the set shooting mode. Note that the shooting mode effects may not be obtained for some shooting modes. • Sound is also recorded. • When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted due to the rolling shutter phenomenon. This is a physical phenomenon whereby distortion occurs in the filmed image when shooting a fast-moving subject or due to camera shaking.
Movie playback Select a movie in the Playback mode, and press the A button. 4/30 Movie Play OK 00:12/00:34 ’15/02/26 12:30 Movie During playback Pausing and restarting Press the A button to pause playback. During pause, fast forward or reverse, press the A button playback to restart playback. Fast forward Rewind Adjusting the volume Press I (arrow pad) to fast forward. Press I (arrow pad) again to increase the fast forward speed. Press H (arrow pad) to rewind.
Erasing images during playback 1 Display the image you want to erase and press . • To erase a movie, select the movie to erase and press . Erase Back MENU 4/30 Erase Cancel 100-0004 2 Press FG (arrow pad) to select [Erase], and press the A button. • Grouped images are erased as a group (P. 54). • Multiple images or all images can be erased at a time (P. 54).
Playing back panorama and grouped images Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. 1 Select a panorama image during playback. 2 Press the A button. 4/30 Replay OK ’15/02/26 12:30 To control panorama image playback Stop playback: Press the button. Pause: Press the A button. Control while paused Press FGHI (arrow pad) to scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button.
Playing back grouped images With sequential shooting (j/c/d) (P. 32) and [p Focus BKT] (P. 23) in k (Microscope mode), the taken images are displayed as a group during playback. T side Expands. • Expand to view the frames of a group in index view. • If you want to delete images from the grouped images, you can expand the group and delete the images individually. 4/30 Expand Play OK T ’15/02/26 12:30 Sequential images frame • Select the image and press the A button to display the images respectively.
Monitor display Shooting screen displays 1 2 3 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 4 5 6 SCN 0.0 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 880hPa 1200m 16M z 4 NORM Date n 4:3 G 0:00:34 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 24 2322 21 2019 18 17 1615 1/100 F6.9 37 36 35 When the shutter button is pressed halfway down Reading a histogram If the peak fills too much of the frame, the image will appear mostly black. If the peak fills too much of the frame, the image will appear mostly white.
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Playback mode display • Normal 2345 6 7 RAW 8 9 4/30 10 ’15/02/26 12:30 27 26 Still image • Detailed 1 2 3 45 6 12 8 9 10 7 10 RAW 11 4/30 880hpa 1200m P 1/1000 F3.9 NORM ISO 100 2.0 WB AUTO 4608 3456 100-0004 ’15/02/26 12:30 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 880hpa 1200m P 1/1000 F3.9 NORM ISO 100 2.
Switching the displays • No information The displays change in the order of Normal → Detailed → No info. each time the INFO button is pressed. 27 No.
Shooting using basic functions Using the shooting modes Selecting shooting mode Turn the mode dial to set the shooting mode to the indicator. • After selecting ^, O, or k, select the sub mode. List of shooting mode • The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Shooting mode Sub mode A (iAUTO mode) – P. 21 P (Program mode) – P. 9 A (A mode) – P. 21 C1 (Custom mode 1) – P. 21 C2 (Custom mode 2) – P.
A (iAUTO mode) A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. The camera was unable to focus if the AF target mark flashes red. Try focusing again. A (A mode) When an aperture value is set, the camera automatically sets an appropriate shutter speed.
^ (Underwater mode) Only by selecting a sub mode according to the subject or the scene, you can shoot underwater photographs with a proper setting. Sub mode ] Z Snapshot Application Suitable for shooting seaside and pool portraits. \ Z Wide1 Suitable for shooting underwater. [ Z Wide2 Suitable for shooting underwater. The focus distance is fixed to approximately 5 m. w Z Macro Suitable for shooting close-up view underwater. _ Z HDR Suitable for contrasting underwater scenes.
k (Microscope mode) Images can be taken from up to 1 cm away from the subject. In this mode you can shoot images with a large depth of field, and perform focus bracket shooting of a set number of images. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to k. Use HI (arrow pad) to select a sub mode and press the A button at the end. Sub mode Application m Microscope Images can be taken from up to 1 cm away from the subject.
O (scene mode) Only by selecting a sub mode according to the subject or the scene, you can shoot with an proper setting. Sub mode Application B Portrait Suitable for portrait shooting. e e-Portrait Smoothes out skin tones and texture. This mode is suitable when viewing images on a high-definition TV. F Landscape Suitable for landscape shooting. 1 Interval Shooting Automatically shoot successive images according to set [Start Waiting Time], [Frame], and [Interval Time].
Sub mode Application s Panorama You can shoot and combine multiple images to create an image with a wide angle of view (panoramic image). E Backlight HDR Suitable for contrasting scenes. This mode captures multiple images and merges them into one, properly exposed image. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to O. Portrait Use HI (arrow pad) to select a sub mode and press the A button at the end. 16M 4:3 • Press the A button once again to display the sub mode selection screen.
4 Use FG (arrow pad) to highlight an option and press A to select. Frame Sets the number of frames to be shot between 1 and 99 frames. Start Waiting Time Sets the time from pressing the shutter button until the picture is taken between 00:00:00 and 24:00:00. Interval Time Sets the shooting interval for the second and subsequent frames between 00:00:01 and 24:00:00.
s Panorama When shooting a panorama, you can select the method of combining images using the submenu. 1 Select [s Panorama]. 2 Press G (arrow pad) to go to the submenu. 3 Use HI (arrow pad) to select a submenu, and press the A button to set. Submenu Application Auto Panorama images are automatically combined just by swinging the camera in the shooting direction. Manual Three frames are taken and combined by the camera. The user composes the shots using the guide frame and manually releases the shutter.
Taking pictures with [Manual] 1 Use FGHI (arrow pad) to Direction for combining frames specify at which edge the next SCN s picture is to be connected, and then MANUAL press the A button. 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame.The edge of the first frame is displayed faintly on the screen. 3 Compose the next shot so that the edge of the first frame displayed faintly on the screen overlaps the subject of the second frame, and press the shutter button.
Using the zoom Pressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. Zoom bar P 3.4 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 16M 4:3 W side T side Image size 16M 4 NORM 00:34 Zoom bar Optical zoom Super-resolution zoom*1 Other *2 *1 For the super resolution zoom and the details, refer to P. 49. *2 Due to increased processing of the pixel counts, the image quality will not degrade. The magnification ratio changes depending on the image size setting.
Using shooting options (Set by direct button) Frequently used functions are assigned to IFG (arrow pad). Just by pressing the button, you can select the assigned function directly. Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting mode” (P. 103) Flash You can use a flash when shooting. 1 2 Press the # button to display options. Use HI (arrow pad) to choose a flash mode and press A.
• The shutter speed becomes slower in [#SLOW]. Use a tripod and secure the camera. • When [Remote Flash] (P. 46) is set to [Off], [#RC] and [#SLV] cannot be selected. • Some items are not available in some shooting modes. Exposure compensation Compensates the brightness (appropriate exposure) adjusted by the camera. 1 Press the +/- button, and then press HI (arrow pad) for the exposure compensation. • Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker.
Single/Sequential 1 2 Press the jY button to display the direct menu. Select an option using HI (arrow pad) and press A. o Single-frame shooting Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). j Sequential *1 The images are taken sequentially for 100 frames at up to about 5 frames per second (fps) while pressing down the shutter button all the way down.
Self timer Sets the time after the shutter button is pressed until the picture is taken. 1 2 Press the jY button to display the direct menu. Select [Y12], [Y2] or [YC] using HI (arrow pad) and press the A button. Y12 Self-timer 12 SEC Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the way down to start the timer. First, the self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, then it blinks for approximately 2 seconds and the picture is taken.
AFL (Focus lock) You can lock the focus position. 1 AF lock mark Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 2 0.0 0.0 While keeping the position of the camera, press the A button. Focus 16M 4:3 0:34 4N The camera focuses and locks the position. In k (Microscope) mode and []], [\], [w], and [_] of ^ mode, press the A button without pressing the shutter button to focus and lock the position. Make fine forward/backward adjustment of the locked focus using the FG (arrow pad).
AF Tracking The camera tracks the subject movement automatically to focus on it continuously. Select [AF Tracking] in advance at [AF Mode] (P. 44) in the shooting menu. 1 Hold the camera to align the AF target mark on the subject and press the A button. 2 When the camera recognizes the subject, the AF target mark automatically tracks the subject movement to focus on it continuously. • To cancel the tracking, press the A button.
Using shooting options (Set by function menu) Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting mode” (P. 103) Function menu 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 P 0.0 0.0 WB AUTO ISO AUTO 16M 4:3 MENU Setup menu (P. 41) Function menu 1 2 3 4 5 Picture Mode..........................P. 37 Flash ......................................P. 37 Flash Compensation ..............P. 38 Exposure compensation ........P. 38 White balance ........................P.
• The default settings of the function are highlighted in Picture Mode . Sets the processing options. h Vivid Produces vivid colors. i Natural Produces natural colors. j Muted Produces flat tones. 8 Fish Eye Produces distortion with the effect of shooting with a fisheye lens. 7 Sparkle Produces twinkling lights with the effect of shooting with a cross filter. 6 Reflection Makes an image with the effect of reflecting in a mirror. 5 Fragmented Makes an image into a collage of tiles.
#RC Remote Control The dedicated underwater strobe or the Olympus wireless RC flash is used to take pictures. For details, see “Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System” (P. 98). #SLV SLV Slave The commercially-available slave flash that is synchronized with the camera flash is used for taking pictures. The flash intensity setting can be adjusted. Slow #SLOW synchronization Slow shutter speeds are used to brighten dimly-lit backgrounds. Available only in k.
ISO sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity. l ISO Auto The camera automatically sets the sensitivity with priority on image quality. m High ISO Auto The camera automatically sets the sensitivity with priority on minimizing blur caused by a moving subject or by camera shake. Q to # Value Set a smaller value to reduce noise in the picture, or a larger value to reduce blur. Sets the sequential shooting function and the time from pressing the shutter button until the picture is taken.
Image size (still images) Sets the number of recording pixels. 4608×3456 (RAW+JPEG)*3, 4 Saves both a JPEG file and a RAW*2 file with [] per shooting. 4 4608×3456 Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.). 3200×2400 Suitable for printing pictures up to A3 (11×17 in.). 3 1920×1440 Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 size (8.5×11 in.). 7 640×480 Suitable for using pictures on emails. ! Aspect Sets the horizontal-to-vertical ratio of images.
Using the setup menu functions Setup menu Camera Menu 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Wi-Fi Start Reset Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/ Digital Zoom Back MENU Normal Auto Face/iESP ESP Off 4 Playback Menu Slideshow Edit Erase Print Order (P. 81) q R (Protect) Share Order P. 51 P. 43 1 Camera Menu 1 Wi-Fi Start/End Wi-Fi (P. 67) Reset Compression z Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/n Digital Zoom P.
Using the setup menu Press the button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, such as shooting and playback functions, time and date settings, and display options. Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting mode” (P. 103) 1 2 Press the button. Camera Menu 1 • The setup menu is displayed. Normal Auto Face/iESP ESP Off Press H (arrow pad) to select the page tabs.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). • The default settings of the function are highlighted in . z Camera Menu 1 Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings z [Reset] Submenu 2 Application Yes Restores the following menu functions to the default settings.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Brightening the subject against backlight z [Shadow Adjust] Submenu 2 Auto Application Automatically On when a compatible shooting mode is selected. Off The effect is not applied. On Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker. • When [ESP/n] is set to [n], [Shadow Adjust] is automatically fixed to [Off]. Selecting the focusing area z [AF Mode] Submenu 2 Application Face/iESP The camera focuses automatically.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Selecting the method for measuring the brightness z [ESP/n] Submenu 2 Application ESP Shoots to obtain a balanced brightness over the entire screen (Meters the brightness at the center and surrounding areas of the screen separately). 5 (spot) Shoots the subject at the center during backlighting (Meters the brightness at the center of the screen). • When set to [ESP], the center may appear dark when shooting against strong backlighting.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). z Camera Menu 2 Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake when shooting z [Image Stabilizer] Submenu 2 Application Off The image stabilizer is deactivated. This is recommended for shooting when the camera is fixed in place on a tripod or other stable surface. On The image stabilizer is activated. • There may be a noise coming from inside the camera when reducing camera shake. • Images may not be stabilized if camera shake is too severe.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Using the assist lamp for shooting a dark subject z [AF Illuminat.] Submenu 2 Application Off The AF illuminator is not used. On When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the AF illuminator turns on to aid focusing. AF illuminator Viewing the image immediately after shooting z [Rec View] Submenu 2 Off Application The image being recorded is not displayed.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during playback z [Pic Orientation] • During shooting, the [y] (P. 54) setting on the q Playback Menu is set automatically. • This function may not work properly if the camera is facing up or down during shooting. Submenu 2 Application Off Information about the vertical/horizontal orientation of the camera during shooting is not recorded with images.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Shooting larger pictures than when using optical zoom with low degrading of image quality z [Super-Res Zoom] Submenu 2 Application Off Disable super-resolution zoom. On Enable super-resolution zoom. • [Super-Res Zoom] is available only when [Image Size] is set to []. • This setting is not available when drive settings are [c] and [d]. • This setting is not available when the picture mode is except [Vivid], [Natural], and [Muted].
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). A Movie Menu Selecting the image size for movies A [Image Size] Submenu 2 1080p 720p VGA (640×480) HS 120fps*1 (640×480) HS 240fps*1 (320×240) Application Select the image quality based on the image size and frame rate. *1 HS: Film quickly moving subjects for slow-motion playback. This setting is available when Picture mode is [Vivid], [Natural] or [Muted].
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Reduce wind noise in the recorded sound when recording movie A [Wind Noise Setting] Submenu 2 Application Off Disable Wind Noise Reduction. On Uses Wind Noise Reduction. Adjusting the microphone volume A [Recording Volume] Submenu 2 Application Normal Set the microphone level to Normal for general use. Low Set the microphone level to Low not to produce clipping sound when the microphone level is high.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Editing still images q [Edit] Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Edit (still images) Q P. 52 P P. 52 R P. 53 Shadow Adj P. 53 Redeye Fix P. 53 y P. 54 e-Portrait P. 54 Changing the image size q [Q] This saves a high-resolution image as a separate image with a smaller size for use in email attachments and other applications. Submenu 1 Edit Submenu 2 Submenu 3 3 (1920×1440) Q 7 (640×480) 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to select an image.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Adding sound to still images q [R] Submenu 1 Edit Submenu 2 R 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to select an image. 2 Aim the microphone toward the sound source. 3 Press the A button. • Recording starts. • The camera adds (records) sound for approx. 4 seconds while playing back the image. Microphone To play sound recordings To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. • Press FG (arrow pad) to adjust volume.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Rotating images q [y] Submenu 1 Edit Submenu 2 y 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to select an image. 2 Press the A button to rotate the image. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to make settings for other images, and press the button. • The new picture orientations will be saved even after the power is turned off. Smoothing skin tone q [e-Portrait] Submenu 1 Edit Submenu 2 e-Portrait 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to select an image, and press the A button.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). To individually select and erase images [Sel. Image] 1 Use FG (arrow pad) to select [Sel. OK Sel. Image (1) 4/30 Image], and press the A button. 2 Use FGHI (arrow pad) to select R mark the image to be erased, and press the A button to add a R mark to the image. Erase/Cancel MENU • Press the zoom lever to the T end to return to the single frame display. 3 Repeat Step 2 to select the images to be erased, and then press the button to erase the selected images.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Setting a transfer order on images q [Share Order] By setting orders to share, you can transfer the ordered images all together when connected the camera to a smartphone with [Private] (P. 70). With the smartphone in [One-Time] (P. 70), you can view only the ordered images to share. 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to select an image for sharing and press A to display h. 2 Repeat 1 to select all images for sharing, and then press the button to end [Share Order].
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Using an Eye-Fi card d [Eye-Fi] Submenu 2 Application All Transfers all images. Sel. Image Transfers only selected image. Off Disable Eye-Fi communication. • When using an Eye-Fi card, read the Eye-Fi card instruction manual carefully, and comply with the instructions. • Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where the camera is used.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices d [USB Connection] Submenu 2 Auto Application Set to select the connection method each time the camera is connected to another device. Storage Connect camera as a card reader. MTP For Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1, connect camera as a portable device. Print Select when connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer. • When using the supplied software, select [Storage].
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). d Settings Menu 2 Adjusting the image processing function d [Pixel Mapping] • This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase. Approximately once a year is recommended. • For best results, wait at least one minute after taking or viewing pictures before performing pixel mapping. If the camera is turned off during pixel mapping, be sure to perform it again.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Changing the display language d [l] Submenu 2 Languages Application The language for the menus and error messages displayed on the monitor is selected. Setting the date and time d [X] 1 Press FG of the arrow pad to select the year for [Y]. 2 Press I of the arrow pad to save the setting for [Y]. 3 As in Steps 1 and 2, press FGHI of the arrow pad to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order), and then press the A button.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Setting functions specifically for tough conditions d [Tough Settings] Displaying the current altitude/water depth (atmospheric/hydraulic pressure) (Manometer) • The readings may have a margin of error depending on meteorological conditions. Use the readings only for your reference. Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Tough Settings Manometer Application Off Cancels the manometer display.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Operating the camera by tapping the body (Tap Control) Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Tough Settings Application Off Cancels [Tap Control]. On [Tap Control] is activated. Calibrate Adjusts the tap strength and intervals between multiple taps on each side of the camera body. (top, bottom, left, right, & back) Tap Control Operating during shooting mode (Example: Picture mode) 1 Tap the right or left side of the camera body once.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). To adjust the tap control 1 Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 3 and press the A button. 2 Select the part to adjust with FG (arrow pad) and press the A button. 3 Select the [Str] setting with FG (arrow pad) and press I. 4 Select the [Intvl] setting with FG (arrow pad) and press the A button. Back MENU Top Str Intvl Avg Norm • Check the operation of the camera by tapping on the camera after making the settings.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). d Settings Menu 3 Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot d [GPS Settings] Submenu 2 GPS Auto Time Adjust Track A-GPS Data Submenu 3 Application Off When the GPS function is not going to be used. On When the GPS function is going to be used. Off Do not adjust the clock. On Adjust the clock using GPS UTC data. Off Turn GPS tracking off. On The camera records the log automatically. Save Saves a track log in the card.
For the operation method, refer to (P. 42). Adjusting interval settings d [Interval Settings] Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Frame 1 to 99 (frames) Start Waiting Time 00:00:00 to 24:00:00 Sets the waiting time before shooting (minutes) starts. Interval Time 00:00:01 to 24:00:00 Sets the interval time after shooting (minutes) starts. Time Lapse Movie Sets the number of frames to shoot. Off Store each of the frames as a picture.
Connecting the camera to a smartphone By connecting to a smartphone through this camera’s wireless LAN function and using the specified app, you can enjoy even more features during and after shooting. Things you can do with the specified app, OLYMPUS Image Share (OI.Share) • Camera image transfer to a smartphone You can load images in the camera to a smartphone. • Remote shooting from a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera and shoot using a smartphone.
Connecting to a smartphone 1 2 Start the OI.Share App installed on your smartphone. 3 Follow the operation guide displayed on the camera monitor to prepare for Wi-Fi connection. 4 Use the smartphone that the OI.Share is activated to read the QR code displayed in the camera monitor. The connection automatically starts. Select [Wi-Fi Start] in the d Camera Menu 1 and press A. • Pressing and holding the button also starts [Wi-Fi Start].
Transferring images to a smartphone You can select images in the camera and load them to a smartphone. You can also use the camera to select images you want to share in advance. g[Share Order] (P. 56) 1 2 Connect the camera to a smartphone. (P. 67) 3 Select the pictures you want to transfer and tap the Save button. Tap the Image Transfer button in OI.Share. • The images in the camera are displayed in a list. • When an error message is displayed: g “Error message during Wi-Fi connection” (P.
Adding position information to images You can add GPS tags to images that were taken while the GPS log was saving by transferring the GPS log saved on the smartphone to the camera. This is available only in [Private]. 1 Before beginning to shoot, launch OI.Share and turn on the switch on the Add Location button to begin saving the GPS log. • Before beginning to save the GPS log, the camera must be connected to OI.Share once to synchronize the time.
Changing connection method There are two ways to connect the camera to a smartphone: [Private], by which you use the same setting every time, and [One-Time], by which you use different setting every time. It is recommended to use [Private] when connecting to your smartphone, and to use [One-Time] when transferring images to another smartphone. • The factory default setting is [Private]. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 and press A.
Cancelling a share order Cancel share orders that are set on images. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 and press A. Select [Reset h] and press I (arrow pad). Select [Yes] and press A. Resetting wireless LAN settings Initializes content of [Wi-Fi Settings]. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 and press A. Select [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] and press I (arrow pad). Select [Yes] and press A.
Using GPS function Use the camera GPS function to record the position information in the images or record movement tracking. • Latitude and longitude are displayed on images to which position information has been added. • The camera is not equipped for GPS navigation. Before using the GPS function, read “GPS function, electronic compass” (P. 110). In certain countries and regions it may be illegal to acquire position information without prior application to the government.
Before using GPS function (A-GPS data) Depending on the status of the camera and communication, it may take time to acquire the position information. When the A-GPS is used, the position determination time can be shortened from a few seconds to a few tens of seconds. The A-GPS data can be updated using the smartphone app “OLYMPUS Image Track” (OI.Track) or the PC software “OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility”. • Make sure that the camera date is set correctly. • Set the camera to private connection (P. 70).
Using GPS function (GPS Settings) 1 Select [GPS Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 64) and press A. 2 3 Select [GPS] and press A. Select [On] and press A. P • G flashes during measurement. When the position measurement ends, G will appear and the position information will be displayed. • Once the position measurement has ended, position information will be added to the pictures at the time of shooting. i 0.
• Press the A button on the measurement position information screen to update the position information. • You can check the measurement position information by pressing the INFO button while the camera is turned off. Using an information acquisition function to display movement tracking (Track) 1 Select [GPS Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 64) and press A. 2 Select [Track] and press A. • This cannot be selected if the camera card is not inserted.
Connecting the camera to another device Viewing camera images on TV Use the AV cable (sold separately) to playback recorded images on your TV. You can play back high-definition images on a high-definition TV by connecting it to the camera using the HDMI cable. Multi-connector AV cable (sold separately: CB-AVC3) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).) HDMI cable (Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV.
• If the camera is connected using both an A/V and HDMI cable, it will assign priority to HDMI. • Do not connect the USB cable and HDMI cable at the same time. • If the camera is connected via an HDMI cable, you will be able to choose the digital video signal type. Choose a format that matches the input format selected with the TV. 1080i Priority is given to 1080i HDMI output. 720p Priority is given to 720p HDMI output. 480p/576p 480p/576p HDMI output.
Printing Pictures Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Before connecting, select [Print] for [USB Connection] (P. 58) in the setting menu. Connecting the camera Multi-connector Smaller terminal USB cable USB port • Use a fully charged battery for printing. • Movies cannot be printed. Easy printing 1 Use HI (arrow pad) to display the pictures you want to print on the camera.
3 Press I (arrow pad). • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use HI (arrow pad) to select the image and press A. • To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while the picture selection screen is displayed. Custom printing 1 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host.
Selecting pictures you want to print 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. Single Print 4/30 NORM 4608 3456 100-0004 ’15/02/26 12:30 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.
Print reservation (DPOF) In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera. • Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on the card. • DPOF reservations set by another DPOF device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes using the original device.
Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P. 81). Use FG (arrow pad) to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P. 81). Select either [<] or [U], and press the A button. Use FG (arrow pad) to select [Reset], and press the A button. Resetting the print reservation data for selected images 1 2 3 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P. 81).
Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera Multi-connector Smaller terminal USB cable USB port If nothing is displayed on the camera screen even after connecting the camera to the computer, the battery may be exhausted. Use a full-charged battery. If the camera cannot connect to PC, disconnect the USB cable and check the setting of [USB Connection] (P. 58) before connecting to PC again. • The battery can be charged while the camera is connected to the computer via USB.
Copying pictures to a computer 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 Windows XP SP3 / Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 Macintosh Mac OS X v10.5-v10.9 Windows XP is no longer supported by Microsoft. Since a security issue may arise, you should be all responsible for all operations.
Installing 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. If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “My Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu.
Macintosh 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. 2 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • The disk contents should automatically be displayed in the Finder. If they are not, double-click the CD icon on the desktop. • Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog. • 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 Mac OS X v10.5–v10.
Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fix the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery The camera does not work even when batteries are installed. • Insert recharged batteries in the correct direction. g “Inserting and removing the battery and card” (P. 4) • Battery performance may have been reduced temporarily due to low temperature.
Monitor Difficult to see. • Condensation may have occurred. Turn off the power, and wait for the camera body to become acclimated to the surrounding temperature and dry out before taking pictures. The light is caught in the picture. • Shooting with flash in dark situations results in an image with many flash reflections on dust in the air. Date and time function Date and time settings return to the default setting.
Error message • When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Card Error Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. Write Protect Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release the switch. Memory Full Internal memory problem • Insert a card. • Erase unwanted images.*1 Card Full Card Setup Power Off Format Memory Setup Power Off Memory Format No Picture Picture Error Card problem • Replace the card.
Error message Corrective action Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software, etc. to edit the image on a The Image Cannot Be Edited computer. Battery Empty No Connection No Paper No Ink Jammed Battery problem Charge the battery. Connection problem Connect the camera and computer or printer correctly. Printer problem Load paper into the printer. Printer problem Refill the ink in the printer. Printer problem Remove the jammed paper.
Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing Focusing on the subject. • Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the monitor. After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture. Pressing the shutter button halfway g P. 9 • Set [AF Mode] to [Face/iESP]. g P. 44 • Taking a picture in [AF Tracking] mode. g P.
Camera shake Taking pictures without camera shake. • Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer]. g P. 46 The camera detects camera movement to reduce the blur even if the ISO sensitivity is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnification. • Shooting movies using [IS Movie Mode]. g P. 50 • Select [J Sport] in the scene mode. g P. 24 The [J Sport] mode uses a fast shutter speed and can reduce the blur incurred by a moving subject.
Color hue Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear. • Taking pictures by selecting white balance. g P. 38 Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the [WB Auto] setting, but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings. (This is especially true for sunshade under a clear sky, mixed natural and artificial light settings, and so on.) Image quality Taking sharper pictures.
Information Cleaning and storing the camera Camera care 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. • Foreign materials may be attached to the camera when using the camera in conditions with foreign materials such as dirt, dust or sand.
Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated. • Periodically insert the battery and test the camera functions. Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled since this may result in corrosion. Using a separately sold USB-AC adapter The USB-AC adapter F-3AC (sold separately) can be used with this camera. Do not use any USB-AC adapter other than the dedicated one.
Eye-Fi card • Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where the camera is used. Remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or disable the card functions in airplanes and other locations where use is prohibited. • The Eye-Fi card may become hot during use. • When using an Eye-Fi card, the battery may run out faster. • When using an Eye-Fi card, the camera may function more slowly. SD/SDHC/SDXC card write-protect switch The SD/SDHC/SDXC card body has a write-protect switch.
Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards The figures for the number of storable still pictures and recording length are approximate. The actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the card used.
Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase the images in the internal memory or card. [Erase] (P. 13, 54), [Sel. Image], [All Erase], [Erase Group] (P. 54), [Memory Format]/ [Format] (P.
• When the camera flash is set to [#RC], the camera built-in flash is used for communication with the wireless flash. It cannot used for taking pictures. • To take pictures with a wireless flash, point the remote sensor of the special external flash toward the camera, and point the flash in the direction of the subject. Use the conversion lens/LED light guide A fish eye converter capable of shooting pictures with strongly emphasized perspective and the unique facial expressions of pets etc.
To attach/remove the LED light guide LED light guide Remove direction Marks for attaching Attach direction To attach/remove the conversion lens/filter Conversion lens Converter adapter Remove direction Attach direction Marks for attaching Filter ⌀40.5 • To attach the lens ring, converter adapter or LED light guide to the camera, align the marks and screw it in the direction of attaching until it clicks into place. • The LED light guide cannot be used underwater.
Important information about water and shock resistant features Water resistance: The waterproof feature is warranted*1 to operate at depths up to 15 m (49.2 feet) for up to one hour. The waterproof feature may be compromised if the camera is subject to substantial or excessive impact. Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature warrants*2 the operation of the camera against accidental impact incurred from everyday use of your digital compact camera.
After Use: • Be sure to wipe off any excess water or debris after using the camera under water. • After the camera is used under seawater, immerse the camera in a bucket containing fresh water for about 10 minutes (with the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover firmly closed, the lock in place and the lens ring removed). After that, let the camera dry in a shaded location with good ventilation.
List of settings available in each shooting mode For the available settings of ^ and O, refer to “List of ^ settings” (P. 104) and “List of O settings” (P. 105). Picture Mode Flash Flash Compensation Exposure Comp. White balance ISO o/Y Image size (still images) Aspect Wi-Fi Start/End Wi-Fi Reset Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/n Digital Zoom Image Stabilizer Accessory Settings AF Illuminat.
List of ^ settings Picture Mode Flash Flash Compensation Exposure Comp. White balance ISO o/Y Image size (still images) Aspect Wi-Fi Start/End Wi-Fi Reset Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/n Digital Zoom Image Stabilizer Accessory Settings AF Illuminat.
List of O settings Picture Mode Flash Flash Compensation Exposure Comp. White balance ISO o/Y Image size (still images) Aspect Wi-Fi Start/End Wi-Fi Reset Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/n Digital Zoom Image Stabilizer Accessory Settings AF Illuminat.
Picture Mode Flash Flash Compensation Exposure Comp. White balance ISO o/Y Image size (still images) Aspect Wi-Fi Start/End Wi-Fi Reset Compression Shadow Adjust AF Mode ESP/n Digital Zoom Image Stabilizer Accessory Settings AF Illuminat.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. DANGER An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
• Never leave the camera on or near electromagnetic devices. This may cause overheating, burning, or exploding. • Do not connect terminals with any metallic objects. • Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, keys, etc. The short circuit may cause overheating, exploding, or burning, which burn or damage you.
Using the wireless LAN function • Turn off the camera in hospitals and other locations where medical equipment is present. The radio waves from the camera may adversely affect medical equipment, causing a malfunction that results in an accident. • Turn off the camera when onboard aircraft. Using wireless devices onboard may hinder safe operation of the aircraft. CAUTION Handling the Camera • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it.
• Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used. • During the conditions described below, power is consumed continuously and the battery becomes exhausted quickly. • The zoom is used repeatedly. • The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the auto focus. • A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended period of time. • The camera is connected to a printer.
Monitor • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. • 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. This is not a malfunction; it will be less noticeable in playback mode.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal computers. FCC Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by statute, are: (a) products and accessories not manufactured by Olympus and/or not bearing the “OLYMPUS” brand label (the warranty coverage for products and accessories of other manufacturers, which may be distributed by Olympus, is the responsibility of the respective manufacturer of such products and accessories in accordance with the terms and duratio
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED The customer must contact the designated Olympus Consumer Support Team for your region to coordinate the submission of your Product for repair service. To contact your Olympus Consumer Support Team in your region please visit or call the following: Canada: www.olympuscanada.com/repair / 1-800-622- 6372 United States: www.olympusamerica.com/repair / 1-800-622- 6372 Latin America: www.olympusamericalatina.
Provisions of warranty In the unlikely event that your product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Instruction Manual supplied with it), during the applicable national warranty period and has been purchased from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of OLYMPUS EUROPA SE & Co. KG as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus-europa.com, it will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge.
For customers in Asia Provisions of warranty 1. lf this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during a period of up to one year from the date of purchase this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge.
Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content if these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use of inability to use these w
Specifications Camera Product type Recording system Still pictures Applicable standards Sound with still pictures Movie : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) : Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)) : Exif 2.3, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge : Wave format : MOV H.
Wi-Fi standard GPS Reception frequency Geodetic system : IEEE802.11b/g/n : 1575.42 MHz (GPS/ Quasi-Zenith Satellites System) 1598.0625 MHz to 1605.3750 MHz (GLONASS) : WGS84 Operating environment Temperature : – 10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F) (operation)/ – 20 °C to 60 °C (– 4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity : 30% - 90% (operation)/10% - 90% (storage) Power supply : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-92B) or separately sold USB-AC adapter Dimensions : 111.5 mm (W) × 65.9 mm (H) × 31.2 mm (D) (4.4 × 2.
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