Table of Contents Quick task index DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction Manual 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Shooting using the viewfinder 3. Shooting using live view 4. Viewing photographs and movies 5. Basic operations 6. Using shooting options 7. Menu functions 8. Connecting the camera to a smartphone 9. Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer 10. Battery, battery charger, and card 11. Interchangeable lenses 12. Using separately sold accessories 13.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Quick task index 6 Unpack the box contents.............8 Preparing the camera and flow of operations 10 Names of parts ...........................10 Charging and inserting the battery .........................................12 Inserting and removing cards ...13 Attaching a lens to the camera .........................................14 Power on .....................................15 Setting the date/time ..................16 Selecting a shooting mode........
Commonly used shooting options ........................................50 Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) .........50 Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows ............50 Locking the exposure (AE Lock) ..................................50 Choosing a focus target (AF Area) ..................................51 Setting the AF target .................51 Face priority AF/pupil detection AF .............................................52 Zoom frame AF/zoom AF..........
Table of Contents Using the setup menu ................88 X(Date/time setting) ................88 W (Changing the display language)..................................88 i (Monitor brightness adjustment) ...............................88 Rec View ..................................88 Wi-Fi Settings ...........................88 c Menu Display .......................88 Firmware...................................88 Using the custom menus...........89 R AF/MF ..................................89 S Button/Dial ..
Using separately sold accessories 125 Other external flash units ........127 Principal Accessories ..............128 System chart .............................130 Information Table of Contents External flash units designated for use with this camera ..........125 Wireless remote control flash photography............................125 132 Shooting tips and information................................132 Error codes ...............................134 Cleaning and storing the camera ....................
Quick task index Quick task index Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART) 49 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 54 Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) 47 Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 29 Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 50 Taking pictures with a blurred background Taking pictures that stop the subject in motion or convey a sense of motion Taking pictures with
Optimizing the monitor/ adjusting monitor hue 88 Live View Boost 91 Preview function 99 Test Picture 99 Checking horizontal or vertical orientation before shooting Level gauge 38 Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid 91 Zooming in on photos to check focus Autoq (Rec View) 88 Self-portraits Self-timer 65 Sequential shooting Sequential shooting 65 Extending the useful life of the battery Sleep 92 Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Record mode 67 g P
Indications used in this manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Unpack the box contents # Cautions Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. $ Notes Points to note when using the camera. % Tips Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. g Reference pages describing details or related information.
Attaching the strap To help prevent the camera being dropped, fit the strap as shown below. Unfasten the end of the strap and loosen the strap at the buckle portion. 2 Thread the strap in the direction of the arrows. Unpack the box contents 1 2 3 1 4 3 5 Lastly, pull the strap firmly making sure that it is fastened securely. • Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.
1 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations Names of parts Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 9 2 0 3 4 a 5 6 7 b 5 c 8 d 1 Rear dial* (o) .......................P. 23, 39 – 42, 54, 63, 105 2 Shutter button .................................P. 20 3 R (Movie)/H button ........P. 21, 99/P. 34 4 Fn2 button................................P. 23, 50 5 Strap eyelet.......................................P. 9 6 Front dial* (r)...................P. 32, 39 – 42 7 Lens attachment mark ........
1 7 2 8 9 0 4 5 6 h m i l n j k 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b Viewfinder ..........................P. 18, 19, 36 Flash switch ....................................P. 68 Diopter adjustment dial ...................P. 19 Monitor (Touch screen) ................................P. 15, 28, 35, 37, 55 Eye sensor Eyecup ..........................................P. 128 Hot shoe .......................................P. 125 u (LV) button ..............................P. 18 Fn1 button................................
Charging and inserting the battery 1 1 Charging the battery. Charging indicator Charging indicator Preparing the camera and flow of operations BCS-5 Charging in progress Charging complete Charging error Direction indicating mark () 3 Lithium ion battery Lights orange Off Blinks orange (Charging time: Up to approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) AC wall outlet 1 Lithium ion charger 2 AC cable # Cautions • Unplug the charger when charging is complete.
Inserting and removing cards 1 Loading the card. 1 # Cautions • Turn off the camera before loading or removing the battery or card. 2 Closing the battery/card compartment cover. 1 2 # Cautions • Be sure the battery/card compartment cover is closed before using the camera. Removing the card Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected. Pull out the card. Preparing the camera and flow of operations • Open the battery/card compartment cover.
Attaching a lens to the camera 1 1 Attach a lens to the camera. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 2 1 Rear cap 2 • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body. • Rotate the lens 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.
Power on 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, lower the lever. Preparing the camera and flow of operations ON/OFF lever Monitor Battery level ; (green): Camera ready to shoot. : (green): Low battery ] (blinks red): Charge the battery. R Wi-Fi Y/M/D ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 250 F5.6 1 01:02:03 1023 Using the monitor 1 2 You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
Setting the date/time 1 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. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 1 Display the menus. • Press the MENU button to display the menus.
Selecting a shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. Mode icon Indicator 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. n J SCN ART Shoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects. You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
Selecting a shooting method 1 Preparing the camera and flow of operations With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the viewfinder and shooting using live view with the monitor. Press the u button to switch between shooting methods. In addition, you can set various shooting functions using the super control panel, live control, and LV super control panel, depending on the shooting method.
2 Shooting using the viewfinder Shooting u button R Wi-Fi 2014.01.01 ISO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 Viewfinder 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 Super control panel If the display in the viewfinder looks blurry 2 Shooting using the viewfinder The viewfinder turns on automatically when you bring it up to your eye. While the viewfinder is on, the monitor will turn off. During shooting with the viewfinder, the camera will display the super control panel (P.
2 Lightly press the shutter button down to the first position to focus. (Press halfway.) • The AF confirmation mark (() will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location. AF target 28mm 2 Shooting using the viewfinder Press the shutter button halfway. 250 F5.6 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 Aperture value AF confirmation mark Shutter speed • The ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed.
Recording movies You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. 3 Press the R button again to end recording. R button 2 • The image being shot is displayed on the monitor. • If you look through the viewfinder, the image being recorded will be displayed. • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P. 28).
Taking photographs during movie recording 2 Shooting using the viewfinder 22 EN • Press the shutter button during movie recording to take a photograph while continuing to record (mode1). Press the R button to end recording. The movie and photograph files are recorded separately to the memory card. The record mode of the photographs will be XN (16:9). • There is also a way of recording a photograph of a higher quality (mode2).
Setting shooting functions Using the multi-function button When framing pictures in the viewfinder, you can adjust settings quickly using the multi-function button. At default settings, the Fn2 button is assigned the role of the multi-function button. 1 Press and hold the Fn2 button and rotate the dial. 2 Keep rotating the dial to select the desired function. • The menus are displayed. g [Multi Function Settings] (P. 92) • Release the button when the desired function is selected.
Using the super control panel When shooting using the viewfinder, the super control panel will be displayed on the monitor. Set your main shooting functions using the super control panel. Super control panel display R Wi-Fi 2 1 2 Shooting using the viewfinder 3 6 Recommended ISO ISO AUTO 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 8 9 i 4 5 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.6 +2.0 f e d c ba 1023 0 Settings that can be modified using the super control panel Currently selected option/date ISO sensitivity ....................
3 Shooting using live view Shooting Pressing the u button switches between live view and super control panel display. When shooting using live view, the subject is displayed on the monitor. 3 u button Shooting using live view R Wi-Fi 28mm ISO-A 200 01:02:03 250 F5.6 38 Monitor Shooting still pictures 1 Set up the camera and decide on the composition. 2 Touch the area of the subject you want to focus on. • Be careful not to cover the lens with a finger or the camera strap.
Recording movies You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Press the R button to begin recording. 3 Press the R button again to end recording. R button • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P. 28).
Taking photographs during movie recording • Press the shutter button during movie recording to record one of the frames of the movie as a photograph (mode1). To end movie recording, press the R button. The photograph and movie files will be recorded separately to the memory card. The record mode of the photographs will be XN (16:9). • There is also a way of recording a photograph of a higher quality (mode2). In mode2, the movie footage from before and after the photograph is recorded in separate files.
Using the touch screen When shooting using live view, touch panel functions can be used. Selecting a focusing method You can focus and shoot by tapping the monitor. Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings. 3 T Shooting using live view U V Tap a subject to focus and automatically release the shutter. This function is not available in n mode. Touch screen operations disabled. Tap to display an AF target and focus on the subject in the selected area.
Setting shooting functions Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. 1 2 Set the mode dial to A. Touch the tab to display live guides. 3 • Select a guide item and touch it to set that item. Change Color Saturation ISO-A 200 250 F5.6 3 4 $ 01:02:03 38 Cancel Use your finger to position the sliders. • Tap a to enter the setting.
# Cautions 3 Shooting using live view 30 EN • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. • Pictures may appear grainy at some live guide setting levels. • Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor. • Frame rates drop when [Blurred Motion] is selected. • The flash cannot be used with the live guide. • Changes to live guide options cancel previous changes.
Using live control When shooting using live view, live control can be used to set functions in P, A, S, M, n, and J modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different settings in the monitor. S-IS AUTO WB WB AUTO AUTO Functions 3 4:3 P F Settings AUTO AUTO Available settings Record mode ........................................P. 67 Flash mode ...........................................P. 68 Flash intensity control ...........................P. 70 Metering mode................
4 Viewing photographs and movies Viewing photographs and movies 1 Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad. Front dial 4 Viewing photographs and movies Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame L N 100-0020 2014.01.01 12:30 20 Still image Wi-Fi HI WB AUTO P q button 100-0004 HD 2014.01.
Viewing still images Close-up playback In single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to a to zoom in. Turn to G to return to singleframe playback. L N 100-0020 2014.01.01 12:30 20 2x 4 Rear dial Viewing photographs and movies Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the Q button to begin playback. To interrupt movie playback, press the MENU button.
Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press the button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. You can erase images without the confirmation step by changing the button settings. g [Quick Erase] (P. 95) Erase Yes No 4 Viewing photographs and movies 34 EN button Back Set Selecting images Select the image. You can also select multiple images for sharing, protection or deletion all at once. Press the H button to select an image; a v icon will appear on the image.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Viewing additional images • Slide your finger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames. 4 Index/Calendar Playback Page ahead/Page back • Slide your finger up to view the next page, down to view the previous page. • Use Q or R to choose the number of images displayed. • Tap R several times to return to single-frame playback. S Viewing images • Tap an image to view it full frame.
5 Basic operations Information displays while shooting Viewfinder display when shooting using the viewfinder 5 MY1 AEL Basic operations 1 2 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 3 MY1 AEL e d Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 4 c b MY1 AEL Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 a 0 9 8 Hi +7 -3 Sh-3 Sh 250 F5.6 +2.0 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 7 6 5 01:02:03 e ISO-A 200 1023 f 1 Battery check ; Lit up: Ready for use. : Lit up: Battery is running low. ] Blinks (red) : Charging required.
Monitor display when shooting using live view 1 2345 67 890a C B A z y x Wi-Fi FP RC BKT b cd R FPS 28mm S-IS j S-AF ISO 400 -2.0 4:3 LN w v u -3 AEL P ts r c d e f g h i j k 1023 p Card write indicator .........................P. 13 Wireless LAN connection........P. 28, 110 Super FP flash ..............................P. 125 RC mode.......................................P. 125 Auto bracket/HDR ..................P. 79/P. 81 Multiple exposure............................P.
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. When shooting using the viewfinder Monitor display INFO R Wi-Fi 2014.01.01 ISO AUTO INFO Wi-Fi INFO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.6 P 1023 Super control panel 5 250 F5.6 Level gauge display Display OFF Viewfinder display Can be switched while looking through the viewfinder. R Basic operations INFO S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO LN FullHD 250 F5.6 0.
Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. R Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A Shutter speed 200 LN FullHD F 250 F5.6 0.0 When shooing using the viewfinder Shooting mode P 250 F5.6 Aperture value 01:02:03 0.0 38 When shooting using live view 5 The shutter speed and aperture selected by the camera are displayed.
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter speed for correct exposure. Rotate the mode dial to A and then use the rear dial to select an aperture value. • You can use the front dial to select exposure compensation. • 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.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust aperture for correct exposure. Rotate the mode dial to S and then use the rear dial to select shutter speed. • You can use the front dial to select exposure compensation. • A fast shutter speed can freeze a fast action scene without any blur. A slow shutter speed will blur a fast action scene. This blurring will give the impression of dynamic motion.
Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Rotate the mode dial to M, and then use the front dial to select aperture value and the rear dial to select shutter speed. • You can adjust the aperture value and shutter speed using the difference from a correct exposure (measured by the camera) as guidance.
4 Press the shutter button to start shooting. 5 Press the shutter button again to end shooting. • A composite image is built up from images shot with the reference exposure time. After each exposure the camera displays the new composite image. • During composite shooting the screen brightness changes automatically. • The maximum length of composite shooting is 3 hours. However, the available shooting time will vary depending on shooting conditions, and charging state of the camera.
5 U Multi Echo Apply an after-image effect. After-images will appear behind moving objects. T One Shot Echo An after-image will appear for a short time after you press the button. The after-image will disappear automatically after a while. W Art Fade Film with the selected picture mode effect. The fade effect is applied to the transition between scenes. X Movie Teleconverter Zoom in on an area of the image without using the lens zoom.
Using PHOTO STORY 1 Rotate the mode dial to J. 1 • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A Standard B Speed C Zoom In/Out D Fun Frames Standard 1 2 3 4 2 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY. • You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme. You can also change the aspect ratio, the division pattern and the frame effect of individual images.
6 Once you have shot all the frames, press Q to save the image. • Press the MENU button, and you can select other themes. $ Notes • During the shooting of a PHOTO STORY, the following operations are available. Exposure compensation/Program shift/Flash shooting (except when the theme is [Speed])/Live control settings # Cautions 5 Basic operations 46 EN • If the camera is turned off during shooting, all the data for images up to that point is cancelled and nothing is recorded on the memory card.
Shooting in scene mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG. • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the scene menu.
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 and a printer” (P. 111) 5 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. Basic operations • Focus, exposure, and other settings are fixed at the values for the first shot. M 5 250 F5.
Using art filters 1 Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a filter using FG. • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art filter menu. 1 Pop Art Types of art filters 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.
Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be adjusted by ±5.0 EV. 5 Negative (–) No compensation (0) Positive (+) Basic operations # Cautions • Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode. • The viewfinder and live view display can only be changed up to ±3.0EV.
Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 2 Press the arrow pad to display the AF target. Rotate the dial to choose the AF position. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen. All Targets Single Target The camera automatically chooses from the full set of focus targets. Select the focus target manually.
Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. 1 2 Press the arrow pad to display the AF target. 3 Use HI to select an option and press Q. Press the INFO button. • You can change the AF target selection method. i o Selection method J Face Priority Off Face priority off. I Face Priority On Face priority on. K Face & Eye Priority On The autofocus system selects the pupil of the eye closest to the camera for face-priority AF. L Face & R.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely. Q/U R Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO U R Wi-Fi U (Press and hold) S-IS AUTO ISO-A ISO-A 200 200 LN LN Off FullHD FullHD F F 250 F5.6 0.0 Shooting display 01:02:03 30 250 F5.6 0.
Controlling color (Color Creator) You can adjust the color of the subject while looking through the viewfinder. Select this function with the multi-function button to use it. Set the multi-function button to c (Color Creator) in advance (P. 23). 1 While looking through the viewfinder, press the Fn2 button. • An options screen will be displayed in the viewfinder. Fn2 button 5 Basic operations 2 Set hue using the front dial and saturation using the rear dial.
Information display during playback Playback image information Simplified display 1 2 Overall display 3 4 5 67 89 f g ij h ×10 ×10 250 P +2.0 F5.6 45mm +1.0 WB AUTO A+4 ISO 400 G+4 Adobe Natural 4608×3456 3D e 4:3 L N 100-0015 2014.01.01 12:30 15 0 a 3D 2014.01.01 12:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f v 15 utsr AF target .........................................P. 51 Shooting mode...................P. 17, 39 – 49 Exposure compensation .................P. 50 Shutter speed ........
Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display q Q q 2014.1 Sun 29 L N 100-0020 2014.01.01 12:30 2014.01.
Manipulating playback images Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 85, 86 — Image Overlay g P. 87 — Movie Play — Share Order gP. 108 * 0 (Protect) R (Audio recording) — Rotate — m (Slideshow) Erase 5 Basic operations * Set Not available for H or I movies.
Protecting images 0 (protect) icon Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu. Select [0] and press Q, and then press F to protect the image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon. Press G to remove protection. Press Q to save settings and exit. You can also protect multiple selected images. g “Selecting images” (P. 34) 4:3 L N 100-0020 2014.01.
Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another. 1 Press Q during playback and select [m]. JPEG JPEG Edit Share Order R Rotate m Back 2 Set Adjust settings. Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the current picture. BGM Set [Joy] or turn BGM [Off]. Slide Set type of slideshow to execute. Slide Interval Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10 seconds.
6 Using shooting options Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway. 1 Press the Q button and select the image stabilizer. S-IS AUTO Image Stabilizer ISO AUTO j WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 250 F5.
# Cautions • The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs when the shutter speed is set to the slowest speed. In these cases, it is recommended that you use a tripod. • When using a tripod, set [Image Stabilizer] to [OFF]. • When using a lens with an image stabilization function switch, priority is given to the lens side setting.
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 77). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Press the Q button and select picture mode. S-IS AUTO Picture Mode ISO AUTO j WB AUTO AUTO i 4:3 LN 4:3 250 F5.
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 Press Q to select white balance. S-IS AUTO WB ISO AUTO WB AUTO WB WB AUTO AUTO White balance NORM AUTO i 4:3 LN 4:3 WB Auto 01:02:03 250 F5.
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. 6 Using shooting options 64 EN 1 Select [P], [Q], [W] or [X] (one-touch white balance 1, 2, 3 or 4) and press the INFO button. 2 Photograph a piece of colorless (white or gray) paper. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q.
Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self timer. 1 Press the Q button to select sequential shooting/self timer. S-IS AUTO j Y ISO AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 LN 4:3 250 F5.
• During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card. The camera may not save all of the pictures depending on how much battery power remains. • Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. • If you stand in front of the camera to press the shutter button halfway when using the selftimer, the photograph may be out of focus.
Image quality (record mode) Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example retouching on a computer or display on the web. 1 Press the Q button and select an image quality for photographs or movies. S-IS AUTO K ISO AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO i 4:3 N 4:3 01:02:03 250 F5.
Record modes (movies) Record mode 6 Pixel count Full HD Fine 1920×1080 Full HD Normal 1920×1080 HD Fine 1280×720 HD Normal 1280×720 H 1280×720 I 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.
AUTO Auto flash # Fill-in flash Flash off $ !/#! #SLOW !SLOW #SLOW2/ 2nd Curtain This function allows you to reduce the red-eye Red-eye reduction flash phenomenon. In S and M modes, the flash always fires. Slow synchronization (1st curtain) Slow synchronization (1st curtain)/Red-eye reduction flash Slow shutter speeds are used to brighten dimly-lit backgrounds. Combines slow synchronization with red-eye reduction.
Shooting mode LV super control panel Shutter speed limit 1st curtain Always fires 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Flash off k k k Fill-in flash/Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) 2nd curtain Always fires 60 sec. – 1/250 sec.* Fill-in flash #! Fill-in flash (red-eye reduction) $ # 2nd-C 6 Conditions for firing the flash # S/M * Flash timing Flash mode • #AUTO, $ can be set in A mode. 1/200 sec. or 1/180 sec.
Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. 1 Press the Q button and select metering. Metering ISO AUTO AUTO WB AUTO Metering NORM AUTO S-AF i ISO AUTO i 4:3 250 F5.6 ESP 01:02:03 1023 When shooting using the viewfinder 2 P R HI SH When shooting using live view Select an option using the front dial and press the Q button.
Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). You can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. 1 Press the Q button and select AF mode. AF Mode ISO AUTO AUTO WB AUTO S-AF NORM AUTO S-AF i ISO AUTO 4:3 250 F5.6 When shooting using the viewfinder 2 6 AF mode i Single AF 01:02:03 1023 S-AF P C-AF MF R S-AF MF C-AF TR When shooting using live view Select an option using the front dial and press the Q button.
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 Press Q to select ISO sensitivity. Recommended ISO ISO AUTO AUTO WB AUTO NORM AUTO S-AF ISO AUTO ISO-A 200 i 250 F5.6 i Recommended 4:3 250 F5.
7 Menu functions Basic menu operations The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use. W X q c d 1 Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P. 89) Camera setup (e.g., date and language) Press the MENU button to display the menus.
Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 Shooting Menu 1 1 2 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter j 4:3 Off Set Back W Card Setup (P. 75) Reset/Myset (P. 76) Picture Mode (P. 77) K (P. 78) Image Aspect (P. 54) Digital Tele-converter (P. 84) X j/Y (Sequential shooting/Self-timer) (P. 65, 78) Image Stabilizer (P. 60) Bracketing (P. 79) HDR (P. 81) Multiple Exposure (P. 82) Time Lapse Settings (P. 83) # RC Mode (P.
Restoring default settings (Reset/Myset) Camera settings can be easily restored to registered settings. Using reset settings Restore default settings. 1 2 Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. 3 Select [Yes] and press Q. Select [Reset] and press Q. • Highlight [Reset] and press I to choose the reset type. To reset all settings except the time, date, and a few others, highlight [Full] and press Q. g “Menu directory” (P.
Processing options (Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 62) settings. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. 1 Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode D Image Aspect Digital Tele-converter 1 2 Set Back 2 3 j 4:3 Off Select an option with FG and press Q. Press I to display settings for the selected option.
Pict. Tone (Monotone) h i-a J K k k Colors the black and white image. N:Neutral Creates a normal black and white image. S:Sepia Sepia B:Blue Bluish P:Purple Purplish G:Green Greenish # Cautions • Changes to contrast have no effect at settings other than [Normal]. Image quality (K) Select an image quality. You can select a separate image quality for photographs and movies. This is the same as the [K] item in live control.
Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. You can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off. 1 Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 j/Y Image Stabilizer Bracketing HDR Multiple Exposure Time Lapse Settings # RC Mode Back 2 After selecting [On], press I and select a bracket shooting type.
WB BKT (WB bracketing) Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) are automatically created from one shot, starting with the value currently selected for white balance. WB bracketing is available in P, A, S and M modes. • White balance can be varied by 2, 4, or 6 steps on each of WB BKT the A – B (Amber – Blue) and G – M (Green – Magenta) axes. A-B G-M • The camera brackets the value currently selected for white 3f 4Step 3f 4Step balance compensation.
HDR photography The camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR image. You can also shoot several images and perform HDR imaging on a computer (HDR bracketing photography). 1 Select [HDR] in X Shooting Menu 2 and press Q. Shooting Menu 2 1 2 j/Y Image Stabilizer Bracketing HDR Multiple Exposure Time Lapse Settings # RC Mode Back 2 o Off Off Off Off Off Set Select a type of HDR photography and press the Q button. HDR1 HDR2 3F 2.0EV HDR bracketing is performed.
Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure) Record multiple exposures in a single image, using the option currently selected for image quality. 1 2 Select [Multiple Exposure] in X Shooting Menu 2. Adjust settings. Frame Select [2f]. Auto Gain When set to [On], the brightness of each frame is set to 1/2 and the images are overlaid. When set to [Off], the images are overlaid with the original brightness of each frame.
Shooting automatically with a fixed interval (time lapse shooting) You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes. 1 Perform the following settings under [Time Lapse Settings] in X Shooting Menu 2. Frame Sets the number of frames to be shot. Start Waiting Time Sets waiting time before starting to shot. Interval Time Sets interval between shots after shooting starts.
Wireless remote control flash photography You can take wireless flash photographs using the built-in flash and a special flash with a remote control function. g “Wireless remote control flash photography” (P. 125) Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) Digital Tele-converter is used to zoom in beyond the current zoom ratio. The camera saves the center crop. Zoom is increased by about 2×. 1 2 Select [On] for [Digital Tele-converter] in W Shooting Menu 1.
Using the playback menu Playback Menu 1 2 m R Edit Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back On Set Print Order (P. 116) Reset Protect (P. 87) Connection to Smartphone (P. 107) m (P. 59) R (P. 85) Edit (P. 85) 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 dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to position the crop. O JPEG Edit 7 Menu functions (Playback menus) 86 EN Set [Aspect]: Changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 (standard) to [3:2], [16:9], [1:1], or [3:4]. After changing the aspect ratio, use FGHI to specify the trimming position.
Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) 1 2 3 4 Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. Use FG to select [Image Overlay] and press Q. Select the number of images in the overlay and press Q. Use FGHI to select the RAW images that will be used in the overlay.
Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu 1 2 X W ’--.--.-- --:-English j±0 k±0 0.5sec Rec View Wi-Fi Settings c Menu Display Firmware On Back Option 7 Menu functions (Setup menus) 88 EN Set g Description X (Date/time setting) Set the camera clock. W (Changing the display language) You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from English to another language.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R S T U V W X Y Z b k AF/MF (P. 89) Button/Dial (P. 90) Custom Menu 1 2 Release/j (P. 90) Disp/8/PC (P. 91) Exp/p/ISO (P. 92) # Custom (P. 93) K/Color/WB (P. 94) Record/Erase (P. 95) Movie (P. 96) Built-In EVF (P. 96) R S T U V W X AF/MF Button/Dial Release/j Disp/8/PC Exp/p/ISO # Custom K/Color/WB Back Set K Utility (P.
MENU R AF/MF Option AF Illuminat. I Face Priority AF Area Pointer Description Option Dial Function 7 Dial Direction Menu functions (Custom menus) Mode Dial Function MENU Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j + IS Off Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S. Priority Release Lag-Time 52 — c Description S g Choose the function assigned to the selected button.
U Disp/8/PC HDMI Video Out KControl Settings Description Picture Mode Settings Histogram Settings Mode Guide Live View Boost Frame Rate Art LV Mode Flicker reduction 101 101 Shooting mode P/A/ S/M A ART SCN Live Control (P. 31) Live SCP (P. 104) – Live Guide (P.29) – – Art Menu – – – Scene Menu – – – Choose the information displayed when the INFO button is pressed. [q Info]: Choose the information displayed in full frame playback.
MENU U Disp/8/PC Option Description LV Close Up Mode [mode1]: Pressing the shutter button halfway cancels zoom. [mode2]: Zoom is not cancelled when the shutter button is pressed halfway. You can switch the edge enhancement color between white and black. If no operations are performed for the selected period, the backlight will dim to save battery power. The backlight will not dim if [Hold] is selected.
MENU V Exp/p/ISO Option ISO-Auto Set ISO-Auto Metering AEL Metering BULB/TIME Timer Live TIME Anti-Shock z Composite Settings Description Option g Choose the upper limit and default value used for ISO sensitivity when [Auto] is selected for ISO. [High Limit]: Choose the upper limit for auto ISO sensitivity selection. [Default]: Choose the default value for auto ISO sensitivity selection. Choose the shooting modes in which [Auto] ISO sensitivity is available.
X K/Color/WB K Set Description g D Set 1 2 Y SF X F 3 W N Pixel Count 2) Press Q. Set Compression rate Pixel Count Xiddle Wmall 2560×1920 1280×960 67 2) Choose a pixel count and press Q. Menu functions (Custom menus) Back Shading Comp. WB All > W Keep Warm Color 67 Choose the pixel count for [X]- and [W]-size images. 1) Select [Xiddle] or [Wmall] and press I.
Y Record/Erase Option Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase File Name Edit Filename dpi Settings Copyright Settings* c Y g If [On] is selected, pressing the button in the playback display will immediately delete the current image. Choose the action performed when a photograph recorded at a setting of RAW+JPEG is erased in single-frame playback (P. 34). [JPEG]: Only the JPEG copy is erased. [RAW]: Only the RAW copy is erased. [RAW+JPEG]: Both copies are erased.
Z Movie Option nMode Movie R Movie Effect 7 Menu functions (Custom menus) 96 EN MENU c Description g Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control. Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control. 66 73 43 Choose [On] to enable movie effects in n mode. Reduce wind noise during recording. Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume Choose the sensitivity of the camera’s internal microphone.
k K Utility Option Description Pixel Mapping The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. Adjust correct exposure separately for each metering mode. • This reduces the number of exposure compensation options available in the selected direction. • The effects are not visible in the monitor. To make normal adjustments to the exposure, perform exposure compensation (P. 50).
MF Assist MENU c R [MF Assist] This is a focus assist function for MF. When the focus ring is rotated, the edge of the subject is enhanced or a portion of the screen display is magnified. When you stop operating the focus ring, the screen returns to the original display. Magnify Peaking Magnifies a portion of the screen. The portion to be magnified can be set in advance using AF target. g [AF Area] (P.51) Displays clearly defined outlines with edge enhancement. You can select the enhancement color.
Button Function MENU c S [Button Function] See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button. Button function items [UFunction] / [VFunction] / [RFunction]*1 / [IFunction] / [GFunction] / [nFunction] / ([Direct Function]*2 / [P]*3) / [lFunction]*4 *1 Not available in n mode. *2 Assign the function to each of FGHI. *3 Choose the AF target. *4 Choose the function assigned to the button on some lenses. Adjust exposure compensation.
V Level Disp Press the button to display the level gauge and press it again to turn off the level gauge. The level gauge is available when [Style 1] or [Style 2] is set in [Built-in EVF Style]. I/H The button can be used to choose between I and H while the underwater case is attached. Press and hold the button to return to the previous mode.
Viewing camera images on TV MENU c U [HDMI], [Video Out] Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. When connecting TVs using an AV cable, first set the camera’s [Video Out] settings (P. 91). AV cable (optional: CB-AVC3) (Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).) Multi-connector HDMI cable (Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV.
Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. g [HDMI] (P. 91) $ Notes • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV. • During single-frame playback, you can display or hide the information display by pressing the “Red” button, and display or hide the index display by pressing the “Green” button. • Some televisions may not support all features.
Choosing the control panel displays MENU c U [KControl Settings] Sets whether or not to display control panels for option selection when shooting using live view. When each screen is displayed, the displays can be switched as shown below. How to display control panels 1 Press the u button and select live view shooting mode. u button Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO j ISO-A 200 LN FullHD F 250 F5.6 0.
LV super control panel This is the super control panel that is used for option setting when shooting using live view. Shooting setting statuses are displayed in a list. Select options using the arrow pad or touch operations to change the settings. 1 6 Recommended ISO ISO AUTO 2 3 7 WB AUTO NORM AUTO 4 5 0 4:3 P 250 F5.6 f e d 8 9 i 01:02:03 0.
Adding information displays MENU c U [G/Info Settings] LV-Info (Shooting information displays) Use [LV-Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting. R Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO ISO-A ISO 200 200 LN LN FullHD P 250 F5.6 01:02:03 0.0 38 Histogram display HD P 250 F5.6 0.
G Settings (Index/calendar display) You can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar display using [G Settings]. The additional screens are displayed by turning the rear dial during playback. p Q p p 2014.1 Sun 2014.01.01 12:30 20 L N 100-0020 2014.01.01 12:30 20 q Single-frame playback 2014.01.01 12:30 20 q 2014.01.
Connecting the camera to a smartphone 8 You can use the wireless LAN function on this camera to connect to a Wi-Fi compatible smartphone. You can then use the smartphone to share (view and send images) or operate the camera. To connect, you will need to install the OI.Share (OLYMPUS IMAGE SHARE) App on the smartphone. For details visit: http://olympuspen.com/OIShare/ # Cautions • Before using the wireless LAN function, read “Precautions when using the wireless LAN function” (P. 149).
To cancel sharing selections Clear share order from the selected images. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset share Order] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q. Initializing wireless LAN settings Initializes content of [Wi-Fi Settings]. 1 2 3 Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q.
Connecting to a smartphone If you have a Wi-Fi compatible smartphone, you can use it to view images on the camera and transfer the images from the camera to the smartphone. To make use of these features, start the OI.Share App on your smartphone. 1 2 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu and press Q. Select a connection method and press the Q button. For private connection Follow the guide displayed on the monitor.
Operating the camera with your smartphone You can shoot pictures with the camera by performing operations on your smartphone. Before staring, start the smartphone app OI.Share on your smartphone. This function is only available when connected with [Private]. 1 Start [Connection to Smartphone] in your camera. 2 Shoot pictures using your smartphone. • You can also connect by touching w on the shooting screen.
9 Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer Installing OLYMPUS Viewer 3 OLYMPUS Viewer 3 is software for importing to your computer, and then viewing, editing and managing the photographs and movies you have shot on your camera. Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP • A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog.
3 Register your Olympus product. 4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Operating Environment Operating System Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/ Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better (Core2Duo 2.
Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows: Macintosh: Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Mac OS X 10.5 - v.10.8 1 Turn the camera off and connect it to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera.
Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. 1 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. Multi-connector USB cable USB port Smaller terminal • Use a fully charged battery for printing. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host. If it is not, select [Auto] for [USB Mode] (P.
Custom printing 1 Follow the operation guide to set a print option. Selecting the print mode Select the type of printing (print mode). The available print modes are as shown below. Print Prints selected pictures. All Print Prints all the pictures stored in the card and makes one print for each picture. Multi Print Prints multiple copies of one image in separate frames on a single sheet. All Index Prints an index of all the pictures stored in the card.
Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when printing. When the print mode is set to [All Print] and [Option Set] is selected, the following options appears. 2 <× Sets the number of prints. Date Prints the date and time recorded on the picture. File Name Prints the file name recorded on the picture. P Trims the picture for printing. Use the dial to choose the crop size and FGHI to position the crop.
3 Select the date and time format and press Q. No The pictures are printed without the date and time. Date The pictures are printed with the shooting date. Time The pictures are printed with the shooting time. 4 X No Date Time Back Set Select [Set] and press Q. # Cautions • The camera cannot be used to modify print orders created with other devices. Creating a new print order deletes any existing print orders created with other devices.
10 Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger • The camera uses a single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than genuine OLYMPUS batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly. • Performing auto focus repeatedly by pressing the shutter button halfway in shooting mode. • Displaying images on the monitor for a prolonged period.
Usable cards In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or format. Return the switch to the unlock position enable writing.
Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures The file size in the table is approximate for files with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Record Number of pixels mode (Pixel Count) 10 Battery, battery charger, and card 120 EN RAW YSF YF YN YB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB XSF XF XN XB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB WSF WF WN WB 4608×3456 3200×2400 2560×1920 1920×1440 1600×1200 1280×960 1024×768 640×480 Compression Loss-less compression 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.7 1/4 1/8 1/12 1/2.
11 Interchangeable lenses Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds system and bearing the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL label or the symbol shown at right. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses. # Cautions • When you attach or remove the body cap and lens from the camera, keep the lens mount on the camera pointed downward. This helps prevent dust and other foreign matter from getting inside the camera.
Using the power zoom lens (ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6EZ) The power zoom lens is automatically extended when you turn on the camera. When the camera is turned off When the camera is turned on Zoom ring Wide side Focus ring Focus on nearby subject Tele side Focus on far-away subject • You can use the camera custom menu to increase or decrease the zoom speed of zoom ring operations. g [Electronic Zoom Speed] (P. 97) • The automatic lens cap (optional: CL-37C) can be attached to the lens.
MF (manual focus) control (17mm f1.8, ED12mm f2.0 (Snapshot focus), ED12-40mm f2.8PRO) Slide the focus ring in the direction of the arrow to change the focus method. AF/MF MF, Snapshot focus Focus ring With snapshot focus, a distance is set using the focus ring based on the shooting distance. The camera focuses over a depth of field corresponding to the set aperture value. • We recommend setting the aperture to F5.6 or above with a 17mm f1.8 or an ED12mm f2.0.
Main lens specifications Items ED14-42mm f3.5-5.6 EZ Mount 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 14 – 42 mm 14 – 42 mm Max. aperture f/3.5 – 5.6 f/3.5 – 5.6 f/4.0 – 5.6 Image angle 75° – 29° 75° – 29° 30.3° – 8.2° Lens configuration 7 groups, 8 lenses 7 groups, 8 lenses 10 groups, 13 lenses f/3.5 – 22 f/3.5 – 22 f/4.0 – 22 0.2 m – ) (14 mm) 0.25 m – ) (42 mm) 0.25 m – ) (14 – 19 mm) 0.3 m – ) (20 – 42 mm) 0.
12 Using separately sold accessories External flash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external flash units to achieve a flash suited to your needs. The external flashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s flash modes with various available flash control modes, such as TTL-AUTO and Super FP flash.
3 Adjust the settings for each group in the super control panel. Group • Select the flash control mode and adjust the flash intensity separately for each group. For MANUAL, select the flash intensity. Adjust settings for the camera flash unit. Flash intensity value Normal flash/Super FP flash • Switch between normal flash and Super FP flash. A Mode TTL M Off TTL P +5.0 1/8 – +3.0 Ch Communication light level • Set the communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO]. LO 1 250 F5.
Other external flash units Note the following when using a third-party flash unit mounted on the camera hot shoe: • Using obsolete flash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting flash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifications may damage the camera. • Set the Shooting mode to M, set the shutter speed to a value no higher than flash synchronous speed, and set ISO sensitivity to a setting other than [AUTO].
Principal Accessories Four Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3) The camera requires a 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 multiconnector. Converter lenses Converter lenses attach to the camera lens for quick and easy fish-eye or macro photography.
Camera grip (ECG-1) The grip makes it easier to hold the camera steady when a large lens is attached. With the grip fitted, you can still easily change the battery or memory card.
System chart Viewfinder Power Supply EP-11 Eyecup BLS-5 BCS-5 Li-ion Battery Li-ion Battery Charger Remote Operation RM-UC1 Remote Cable USB Cable/ Connection Cable AV Cable/ HDMI Cable 12 Using separately sold accessories 130 EN Case / Strap Memory Card*3 Shoulder Strap Camera Case SD/SDHC/ SDXC/Eye-Fi Grip Software OLYMPUS Viewer ECG-1 Digital Photo Managing Software Camera Grip *1 Not all lenses can be used with adapter. For details, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site.
: E-M10 compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens*2 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-6.3 EZ M.
13 Information Shooting tips and information The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold • Battery performance drops at low temperatures. Remove the battery and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a while.
Noise reduction is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds. During which, shooting is not allowed. You can set [Noise Reduct.] to [Off]. g [Noise Reduct.] (P. 92) The number of AF targets is reduced The number and size of AF targets varies with group target settings and the option selected for [Digital Tele-converter] and [Image Aspect].
Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card or insert a different card. There is a problem with the card. Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it cannot be used. Writing to the card is prohibited. The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release the switch. (P. 119) • 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. 97) tab k. Press I, then press Q. • The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress.
Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset].
q Playback Menu Tab q m Function Start BGM Slide Slide Interval Movie Interval Default ― Joy All 3 sec Short On R Edit RAW Data Edit JPEG Edit R Sel. Image Image Overlay Print Order Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone *1 *2 *3 g 59 85 85 86 87 87 116 87 107 *2 *3 g 16 88 ― ― ― ― ― ― ― d Setup Menu Tab d Function X W* i Rec View Wi-Fi Settings c Menu Display Firmware Default ― ― j ±0, k ±0, Natural 0.
c Custom Menu Tab c R AF/MF Function AF Mode Still Picture Movie Full-time AF AEL/AFL Reset Lens BULB/TIME Focusing Focus Ring Magnify MF Assist Peaking P Set Home AF Illuminat. I Face Priority AF Area Pointer S Button/Dial UFunction VFunction RFunction Button IFunction Function GFunction 13 Dial Function nFunction lFunction P A S M Menu q Information Dial Direction Mode Dial Function T Release/j Rls Priority S Rls Priority C j L fps j H fps j + IS Off Half Way Rls With IS Lens I.S.
Tab Function c U Disp/8/PC HDMI Out HDMI HDMI Control Video Out iAUTO KControl P/A/S/M Settings ART SCN q Info G/Info LV-Info Settings G Settings Displayed Grid Picture Mode Settings Histogram Highlight Settings Shadow Mode Guide Live View Boost Frame Rate Art LV Mode Flicker reduction LV Close Up Mode Peaking Settings Backlit LCD Sleep Auto Power Off 8 USB Mode Multi Function Settings Default *1 1080i Off ― Live Guide Live Control Art Menu Scene Menu Image Only, Overall Image Only, u, Level Gauge O, Cal
*1 *2 *3 g 1/3EV Auto Standard Auto 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 Default: 200 P/A/S p Auto 8 min -7 Off 0.5 sec Off 1 sec 92 # X-Sync. 1/250 # Slow Limit 1/60 Off K1 YF, K2 YN, K3 XN, K4 WN Tab Function c V Exp/p/ISO EV Step Noise Reduct.
Tab Function c Z Movie nMode Movie R Movie Effect Wind Noise Reduction Recording Volume Movie+Photo Mode b Built-In EVF Built-in EVF Style V Info Settings V Displayed Grid EVF Auto Switch EVF Auto EVF Adjust Luminance V Half Way Level k K Utility Pixel Mapping p Exposure J Shift 5 : Warning Level Level Adjust Touch Screen Settings Eye-Fi Still Picture Electronic Zoom Speed Movie Default P On On Off ±0 mode1 *1 Style 3 u, Level Gauge, Basic Information Off On *2 *3 g 96
Specifications Camera Product type Product type Lens Lens mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera Image pickup device Product type No. of total pixels No. of effective pixels Screen size Aspect ratio Viewfinder Type No. of pixels Magnification Eye point Live view Sensor Field of view Monitor Product type Total no.
Recording Memory Recording system Applicable standards Sound with still pictures Movie Audio Playback Display format Drive Drive mode Sequential shooting Self-timer Energy saving function SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi UHS-I compatible Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data, MP format Exif 2.3, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge Wave format MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No. of charge and discharge times Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight BLS-5 Rechargeable Lithium ion battery DC 7.2 V 1150 mAh Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) Approx. 35.5 mm (W) × 12.8 mm (H) × 55 mm (D) (1.4" × 0.5" × 2.2") Approx. 44 g (0.1 Ib.) Lithium ion charger MODEL NO.
14 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
• Keep young children, infants, and animals such as pets away from the camera. Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury: • Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation. • Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards or other small parts. • Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child. • Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera.
CAUTION • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera. • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. • When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head. Do not twist the camera. • Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the image pickup device, or may possibly cause fires. • Do not touch electric contacts on cameras and interchangeable lenses. Remember to attach the body cap when removing the lens.
Warning FCC Caution Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-M10 Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Address : 3500 Corporate Parkway, P. O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, USA Telephone Number : 484-896-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in conflict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized officer of Olympus.
4 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints (or files on disk) if available and related to the problem. When service is completed, the Product will be returned to you postage prepaid. WHERE TO SEND PRODUCT FOR SERVICE See “WORLDWIDE WARRANTY” for the nearest service center. INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY SERVICE International warranty service is available under this warranty.
3 4 Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance 1 2 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof.
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Index Symbols A # RC Mode .......................................125 W (Language selection) .................88 c Menu Display ..................................88 P Set Home .....................................89 I Face Priority .............................52, 90 j H fps..............................................90 j L fps ..............................................90 j + IS Off ..........................................90 G/Info Settings ..................................91 K Control Settings ..
E L Edit Filename.......................................95 Electronic Zoom Speed .......................97 Erase Selected ....................................34 EV Step ...............................................92 Exposure Shift .....................................97 Eye-Fi ..................................................97 Lens I.S. Priority ..................................90 Level Adjust .........................................97 Live BULB............................................
P T P (Program shooting) ..........................39 Peaking Settings..................................92 Picture Mode .................................62, 77 Picture Mode Settings .........................91 Pixel Count ..........................................94 Pixel Mapping ....................................137 Print ................................................... 114 Print reservation < ........................... 116 Priority Set ...........................................
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