E-620 - Digital SLR Camera OLYMPUS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL E-620 OLYMPUS

Basic guide P.2 Review the camera part names, the basic steps for shooting and playback, and the basic operations Table of Contents P.24 TVNNVN NOLLONYHLSNI © 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. © The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product. © The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. lfthere are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents wil difer. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SNndWAI10

{Remote control eltimer/ Shutter button WP. 16, 36, 60 Sequential shooting) button Strap eyelet LP. 61-62, 99 GOPY/O (CopyiPrind button p.20 EP. 90, 111 BB (Exposure compensation) button LP. 49 Strap eyelet EP. 10 Selftimer/ Remote control lamp/ Remote control receiver ESP. 62 Lens release button EP. 12 Lens attachment mark Lens lock pin EP. 12 Mount Mirror ESP. 36 Atach the lens after removing the body cap from the camera to prevent dust and dir: from entering the camera body.) When the camera is tumed on, the buttons indicated in blue are illuminated, making it easier to take pictures in dark surroundings.

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| dr æ||® @ 3 e 00 0 urifiodhook Page 4 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA || Mode dial The mode dial allows you to change the camera settings easily according to the subject. Advanced shooting modes + For more advanced shooting and greater creative control, you can setthe aperture value and shutter speed. + The settings made in the advanced shooting modes are retained even ifthe camera is turmed off. Allows you to shootusing an aperture and shuter speed Program shooËing |ihatthe camera sets. (ESP. 43) Aperure prorty— [Alows you to setthe apenure manual. The camera shooting sets the shutter speed automatically. (EP. 44) Allows you to set the shutfer speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. (ESP. 45) Allows you to setthe aperture and shutter speed manually. (LP. 46) Shutter priority shooting zlo|»>| Manual shooting Easy shooting modes + Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions automatically. + When rotating the mode dial or turning off the power in the easy shooting modes, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.

Allows you to shoot using an optimum aperture and AUTO AUTO shutter speed thatthe camera sets. The buil-in flash pops up automatically in low-light conditions. a PORTRAIT Suïtable for shooting à portrait-style image of à person. Suïtable for shooting landscapes and other outdoor A LANDSCAPE Scenes % MACRO Suïtable for taking close-up pictures. & SPORT Suïtable for capturing fas-moving action wihout blurring. Suilable for shooting both the main subject and background at night. When you select a desired fller or scene, the camera Attflter/Scene | optimizes the shooting conditions for that filter or scene. Most of the functions cannot be changed.

æ | rm et Page 5 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Setting the art filter/scene 1 Setthe mode dial to EI + The art lter menu is displayed. Press 9 to display the scene menu En 1rorarr En

GE SET-OK) 2 Use ®® to select the filter or scene. 3 Press the © button + To change the setting, press the @ button again to display the menu Types of artfilters Art filter Icon | Aréfilter

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Π[SUNSET + Artfilters are not applied to RAW images. + Ifthe record mode is set to [RAW] and art filter is applied, the record mode is automatically set to LN4RAWI. + The grainy appearance of the picture may be emphasized depending on the type of art filter. suogoun, pue sued JO SOUUEN

| rm et Page 6 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM AF target ESP. 57 Spot metering area LP. 48 à FO ED Data] ren S5)BIS0-A White balance {Displayed when set to a seting other than auto white balance.) UP. 68 AE lock EP. 50 Flash intensity control EP. 77 AF confirmation mark LP. 16, 37, 60 Flash ESP. 77 —— Shooting mode ESP. 4, 43-46 Number of storable sequential pictures ESP. 61 Image stabilizer LEP. 64 ISO sensitivity EP. 52 Da] Auto bracket ESP. 50, 53, 71, 78 1S0 sensitivity value ERP. 52 Battery check Ê Litup (ready for use) Û Litup (battery power is low) É Blinks (charging required) L Exposure level indicator ESP. 46 Exposure compensation indicator LP. 49 {blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed)

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 10 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM _à œ || Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. Ifanything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera.

PS-BLS1 (BLS-1) Lithium ion battery PS-BCS1 (BCS-1) USB cable Video cable Eyepiece cover Lithium ion charger CB-USB6 CB-VC2 + OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM + Instruction manual + Warranty card L Attaching the strap Thread the eyepiece coverthrough one endofthe Last, pull the strap tight strap. Thread the strap as indicated bythe arrows. making sure that it is fastened securely. + Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.

Ld | dr e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 11 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Preparing the battery T Charging the battery « 8452 Lim on Charging indicator Amber light Charging in progress: Blue light: Charging completed {Charging time: Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes)

3 close the battery compartment cover and slide the battery compartment lock in the direction of © + Be sure to turn off the camera when you open or close the battery compartment cover. + When using the camera, be sure to close the battery compartment cover. Battery lock Unloading the battery Press the battery lock to unlock the battery. Itis recommended to set aside à backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the battery in use drains. et +

À 4 @ l ER Page 12 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM | Atiaching a lens to the camera T1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens Rear cap Body cap 2 attach a lens to the camera Lens atachment Alignment mark (Red) mark (Red) + 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 (CD). + Rotate the lens in the direction | indicated by the arrow until you hear it 2).

+ Make sure the ONJOFF suitch is setto OFF + Do not press the lens release button.

3 Remove the lens cap Removing the lens from the camera While pressing the lens release button (D), rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow (@). Lens release button

æ dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 13 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM R'oading the card CompactFlash/Microdrive xD-Picture Card Open the card cover ((), 2) Open the card cover (CD, @). Insertthe card's contact area into the slotas … Insertthe card until itis locked into place (5) far as it can go (G)

Card cover Connector Card access lamp xD-Picture Card slot CF card slot ñ ina the card Never open the card cover while the card ‘emoving the car access lamp is blinking. CompactFlash/Microdrive xD-Picture Card + Press the eject button all the way in to + Press the inserted card lightiy and itwill be make it pop out. Press the eject button ejected. again all the way in to eject the card. + Pull outthe card. + Pull out the card. Card access lamp e & Eject bution

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 14 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM _à œ || Power on T° Setthe camera's ON/OFF switch to ON + To turn offthe power, setthe ONJOFF switch to OFF. Mode dial Setthe mode dial to AUTO. INFO button SSWF indicator ONJOFF switch LCD monitor |

When the camera is tumed on, the super control panel screen is displayed on the monitor I the super control panel screen does not appear, press the INFO button. Super control panel Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically actvated when the camera is tumed on. Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust and dir from the image pickup devices fiter surface. The SSWF (Super Sonic Wave Filter) indicator blinks while dust reduction is working. Viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter Adjustthe viewfnders diopter in accordance with your vision. While looking through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial lite by lite. When you can see the AF target clearly, adjustment is complete. AF target Diopter adjustment dial

l dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 15 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Setino the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with MENU button the images. The file name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to setthe correct date and time before using the camera T Press the MENU button + The menu screen is displayed on the LCD monitor. Arrow pad

PICTURE MODE Érrer 5 Repeatthis procedure until the date and time are completely set 2 use © to select{f], vu o/fE then press {) 2009.03. 0! 14: Jr

É à PS l ER Page 16 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Shooting Viewfinder Shutter button T place the AF target on the subject while viewing through the vieufinder 2 adjustthe focus Press the shutter button halfway. Viewfinder Super control panel AF target FZ 250 [TO] 50 [ we AA en | mm +0 da À |[-S-AF_Eil | Ware Normal AF confirmation mark Shutter speed + The focus is locked when à beep tone is outputted. The AF confirmation mark and the AF target in focus light up in the viewfinder. + The shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed. + The super control panel is not displayed while the shutter button is pressed. 3 Release the shutter Press the shutter button all Z the way (fully). Z _ + The shutter sounds and the picture is taken. + The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts recording the picture. Never remove the battery or card while the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have justtaken.

æ | dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 17 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens, flash, and the white balance sensor.

Horizontal grip Vertical grip Itis possible to use the LCD monitor as a TD a picture viewfinder and check the subjects composition, while viewing the or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on monitor the LCD monitor. LE “Using live view” (P. 35) T Press the [OI (live view) button to switch to live view + The subject is displayed on the LCD monitor.

IOI button 2° Press the shutter button to take the picture + The picture is taken with the focus adjusted. Bunoous 104 suoneiedud4 When the camera stops operating If no operations are performed for approximately 8 seconds while the camera is on, the monitor backlight turns off to save battery power (when the super control panel is lt If no operations are performed for approximately one minute thereafter, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) and stops operating. The camera activates again when you touch any button (the shutter button, [=] button, etc.). EF "BACKLIT LCD (Backlight timer)” (P. 100), SLEEP”(P. 100)

Displays the frame thatis stored 10 frames ahead Each time you tum the control dial towards Q, the Close-up image is incrementally enlarged from 2x to 14x. playback Control dial Play back the image you want to erase and press the ff button. Use ®® to select[YES] and press the © button to erase. Erasing images BACK: SET» (OK)

Ld | dr e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 19 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM | Basic operations There are three ways to operate this camera. Using the direct buttons to operate the camera LP. 20 You can make the function settings with the control dial and the direct buttons assigned to a function. Settng information is displayed in the viewfinder and on the super control panel while you are setting à function. This is useful for operating the camera while composing the subject in the viewfinder. epmb piseg Settingonthemenu LEP.22 You can use the menu to set shooting and playback settings and customize camera functions. Setting while looking at the super control panel DSP. 21 You can make the function settings with the super control panel on the LCD monitor. You can use the super control panel to view the current settings and directy change the settings.

Descriptions in this manual The operating instructions of the direct buttons, super control panel and menu are described as follows in this manual. + “k'indicates operations performed at the same time. + "» "indicates you should proceed to the next step. 4 €.9.: When setting the flash intensity control A pirect button LD veu MENU » [G;]» [E2] in P, A, S, and M mode, current camera settings (including any changes you have Resetting the camera made) are retained when the power is tumed settings off. To resetthe camera to the factory default settings, setIRESET]. LE Reseting the camera settings” (P. 94) S EN A 7 S 4 PS A As

00 0 unifiedbook Page 20 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM || Using the direct buttons to operate the camera T Press the button forthe function you want to set + The direct menu is displayed. eg.) Setting Sequential/Self-timer/ Remote control shooting Direct menu 2 Tum the control to change the setting + The function assigned to the button that was pressed remains selected for approximately 8 seconds. You can turn the control dial and set the function during that time. If no operations are performed for 8 seconds, the setting for that function is confirmed.

e| ER Page 21 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM _4 | Setting while looking atthe super control panel T° Press the INFO button to display the super control panel + Press the INFO button again to turn off the super control panel. + Press the © button during live view to display the super control panel. INFO button Coral dit

ep oiseg 2 Pressthe © button 3 Use i°: to move the cursor to the function you want to set, and change the setting with the control dial Cursor lights Displays the selected function name — Direct menu Press the © button to display the direct menu indicated at the position ofthe cursor. You can also use the direct menu to change the setting. After changing the setting, press the © button to confirm your setting. If no operation is made within a few seconds, your setting is confirmed and the super control panel is displayed. For details on the functions that can be set with the super control panel, refer to "Super control panel” (EP. 7).

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Operation guide Press the MENU button Press the © button to go back one screen to confim the seting 2 use © to select a tab, then press Ÿ Shooting Menu 1 Shooting Menu 2 Playback Menu Setup Menu: Sets the basic functions of the camera 8 =] À 7 P7 3 useotseeta RE function and Ü togo Mara to the setting screen BRACKETING 4 Press the © button to confirm the setting + Press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the menu. For details on the functions that can be setwith the menu, refer to ‘Menu directory” (ESP. 137).

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 23 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM — Displaying the Custom Menu You can use the Custom Menu to customize the camera settings and operations to suit your personal preferences. The Custom Menu is added when [®, MENU DISPLAY] in the Setup Menu is setto [ON] For details ofthe Custom Menu, refer to “Customizing your camera” (EE P. 95)

Î 4 use © to select [ON], then press the © button MENU DISPLAY PERTE FIRMWARE ÿ The [9] tab is displayed 2, Custom Menu Customizes shooting functions. The settings on the Custom Menu are for customizing the camera to suit your personal preferences or needs. They are not suited to frequent changing. The initial menu is more than adequate for setting both simple and advanced Shooting functions. Normal, there is no need to display the Custom Menu.

• Table of Contents Basic guide Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting and playback. Names of parts and functions p. 2
• Camera 2 Mode dial 4 Viewfnder . 6 Super control panel LCD monitor (Live view) LCD monitor (Playback) Preparations for shooting . Unpack the box contents. Preparing the battery. Attaching a lens to the camera. Loading the card Power on …… Setting the date/time . Shooting. Playback/Erasing Basic operations ……… Basic operations. Using the direct buttons to operate the camera . Setting while looking at the super control panel. S etting On NE MENU D — 1 Using live view 35 Functions and operations available only during live view will be explained. Activating live VIEW Functions available during live view The live view mechanism Taking à picture using live view. AF operation during live view Using the face detection function …… Taking à picture using manual focus Setting the image aspect. Switching the information display . Taking à picture while comparing the effect. Enlarged display operation Panorama shooting … PS À ESRI S 4 | p. 4

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 25 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM ei+- + 2 Exposure 43 Describes functions related to exposure, which is important for shooting. These functions are for determining the aperture value, shutter speed, and other settings by measuring the brighiness in the picture. P TOQTAM ShOONG arr 43 Aperture priority shooting . 44 Shutter priority shooting. 45 Manual shooting … 46 Bulb shooting. Preview function …. Changing the metering mode . Exposure compensation … AE lock AE bracketing ……. ISO sensitivity setting ISO bracketing.…… Multiple exposure … 3 Focusing and shooting functions 55 Describes the optimal focusing methods according to the subject and shooting conditions AF mode selection…… S-AF (single AF)...... C-AF (continuous AF)..... MF (manual focus) . Simultaneous use of S-AF Mode and MF MOE (S-AF AMF) ce Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF4MF) AF target selection…… nn Registering an AF target mode Focus lock — If correct focus cannot be obtained …. Sequential shooting … Self-timer shooting.… Remote control shooting... Image stabilizer …… Setting the beep sound... 4 Record mode, white balance, and picture mo Describes image adjustment functions specific to digital cameras. S EIECTING NE FECONÉ MO... Recording formats... Selecting the record mode . Selecting the white balance . Setting the auto/preseucustom white balance. WB compensation … annee Setting the one-touch white balance —+l®

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l En Page 27 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 8 Customizing your camera Describes how to customize the camera's settings. M AF/ME

AF ILLUMINAT AF MODE C-AF LOCK nn AP AREA mme

AF SENSITIVITY RESET LENS. BULB FOCUSIN FOCUS RING # BUTTON/DIAL ….. DIAL FUNCTION DIAL DIRECTION... AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MEMO. [Fn) FUNCTION... MY MODE SETUP. BUTTON TIMER l ne PS FUNCTION 7 Ci FUNCTION.. BRELEASE RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C …. Qu fps. 3 DISP/PC.................................... VIDEO OUT... n SLEEP nee BACKLIT LCD (Backlight timer)... 4h TIMER (Auto power off)... USB MODE

@ FACE DETECT. INFO SETTING

Describes how to print your pictures. Print reservation (DPOF). Print reservation . Single-frame reservation. Al-frame reservation . Resetting the print reservation data - Direct printing (PictBridge)... Connecting the camera to a printer. Easy printing Custom printing.

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| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 29 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 10Using the OLYMPUS Master software 115 Describes how to transfer and store your camera images to a computer. Flowchart. … Using the provided OLYMPUS Master softuare . What is OLYMPUS Master? Connecting the camera to a computer

Viewing still images . arr 118 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master.….119 11Shooting tips and maintenance 120 Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information.

Shooting tips and information . Error codes Camera maintenance Cleaning and storing the camera eu. 124 Cleaning mode — Removing dust eu 125 Pixel mapping — Checking the image processing functions .125 L2information 126 Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information: Card basics. Usable cards . Formatting the card. Battery and charger. Using your charger abroad Interchangeable lenses . ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications Program line diagram (P mode)... Flash synchronization and shutter speed Exposure warning display. Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode … White balance color temperature. Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures en Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Setting ………..136 Menu directory. Specifications ……. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. Index

+ |e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 30 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Quick reference Shooting Taking pictures with Settne mode dalts AUTO and stattakng picures.… P.4 Use focus lock. p.60 Selectthe AF target and take the picture. p.57 ‘The minimum shooting distance varies depending on the lens. Move to the minimum shooting distance ofthe P.128 TT EN NTT lens from the subject and take à picture. ined The camera may be having difficulty focusing on the P subject with auto focus. Lock he focus atthe position of p: 58° the subject in advance or use MF to fix the distance of P. 121 the focus. ° Itmay be easier to focus, even in low lightsituations, p.95 when using the AF illuminator. L Selectthe AF target and take the picture using the BP desired AF target. : P.39, Use MF. lmay be helpful to focus while using live view ÿ e are: CSC ENQNEE with an enlarged image. p.56 | Set[AF SENSITIVITYIto [SMALL] and focus using a p.95 | PS smaller area. E PS > NA LEE QUEUES Lie macro lens for close-up shots. P.128 During live view, you can take à picture while checking the white balance, exposure compensation, picture P.35 mode, and other settings on the LCD monitor. You can take à picture while using the live multi view display to compare the effect of white balance or p.41 Taking pleures while exposure compensation. checking the results You can use the preview function to check the depth of field at a selected aperture value. You can use live view to check the set exposure conditions. You can use [TEST PICTURE] to check the image on the LCD monitor without recording the image to a card. Pressing the shutter button halfway, playing back images, and using the live view function over a long period of me consumes considerable battery power. — Limiting these actions wi help extend the useful life of Extending the useful life of KO the battery SetISLEEP] so that the camera enters sleep mode faster. SetIBACKLIT LCD] so that the backlight turns off faster.

l En Page 31 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Reduce the pixel count and compression rate settings. increasing the number of pictures that can be taken You can insert two types of cards. PTIT Increase the ISO sensitivity. situations without using the flash Setthe image stabilzer function. Setting the camera to fire JÉRAIBLEEUECEL I NUL POLE TOUL \rhen the mode dial is setto AUTO, the flash low light situations automatically pops up and fires in low light situations. Setthe fiash setting to (OI. Turning off auto fring of the flash When [AUTO POP UP]is setto [OFF], the flash will not pop up automatically. Take a picture while checking the histogram. Take a picture while checking the shutter speed and Taking pictures without aperture value displays. If either is blinking, the optimal COEUR exposure is not obtained. to0 white or black subjects appearing too dark Setthe gradation setting to [AUTO]. Subjects with areas oflarge contrast are adjusted automatically. Adjustthe exposure compensation. Set [PICTURE MODE] to [MONOTONE] You can take monotone pictures in black and white, sepia tones, purplish tones, bluish tones, and greenish tones. LEO ECTS EC corded images can be edited into black-and-white or sepia-toned images. Setthe art fier to [GRAINY FILM]. Setthe gradation setting to [AUTO]. Setthe flash setting to [#1 (flin flash) and take the picture. Taking pictures of à EEE Use spot metering to measure the exposure ofthe subjectin the center ofthe picture. lfthe subjectis notin the center ofthe picture, use AE lock to lock the exposure, and then change the composition and take the picture. PELLE TN ou can adjust the image using [SHADOW ADJ ] of UPEG EDIT]. Use A (aperture priority) mode to decrease the aperture value as much as possible. You can blurthe background more by shooting up close to the subject. Taking pictures with à blurred background Taking pictures that stop CÉDESNINN Use the S (shutter priority) mode to take the picture. convey à sense of motion

Taking pictures with the rect color Taking pictures so that whites come out white and blacks come out black Taking pictures without noise Making the viewfinder easier to v Optimizing the LCD monitor Reducing camera shake Taking pictures while cking the level of the mera l En Page 32 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Setthe white balance according to the light source. You can also make fine changes to the settings. With WB bracket shooting, you can capture 3 to 9 images with different white balance settings for each picture taken. This enables you to take pictures with the desired white balance without having to make fine changes to the settings. Setthe spot metering for highlight or shadow control. If the subjectis notin the center ofthe picture, use AE lock to lock the exposure, and then change the composition and take the picture. Adjust the exposure compensation. lt may be helpful to use AE bracketing if you are notsure aboutthe exposure compensation value. Set the scene mode to [HIGH KEY] or ILOW KEY] and take à picture. Setthe ISO sensitivity to 200 or another low value. SetINOISE REDUCT.] to [AUTO] or [ON]. When the ISO sensitivity is setto 1600 or another high value, set [NOISE FILTER] to [HIGH]. Adjust the viewfinders diopter in accordance with your vision. Ifthe viewfinder is still difficult to view after adjusting the diopter or you want to use the viewfinder without eyeglasses, you can replace the viewfinder with the optional diopter compensation eyecup. You can adjustthe brighiness ofthe LCD monitor. During live view, set [LIVE VIEW BOOST] to [ON] to make the subject easier to see without the exposure reflecting on the LCD monitor. Setthe image stabilizer function. Hold the camera firmiÿ when pressing the shutter button. When using a slow shutter speed, be sure to stabilize the camera by using à tripod or similar method. Fire the flash regardiess of the light conditions. Setthe scene mode to [DIS MODE]. Increase the ISO sensitivity. When ISO is setto [AUTO], setthe upper limit to a high value, such as 800, so that 150 automatically increases in low light situations. Using the selftimer can reduce camera shake that occurs when the shutter button is pressed. Display the ruled lines in live view. Compose the shotso thatthe subject and ruled lines are horizontally and vertcally aligned.

Displaying the image after the picture is taken Displaying the image after the picture is taken and deleting unneeded images Checking whether the subject is in focus Quickly searching for the desired image Comparing images Saving the settings Changing the menu display language Not all the functions are reset to the factory default settings by IRESET] | rm et Page 33 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Playback Set[REC VIEW]. You can set the number of seconds thatthe image is displayed. Set[REC VIEW] to [AUTO []}1. After you take à picture, the camera switches to playback mode automatically, allowing you to delete the image. Use close-up playback to check whetherthe subjectis in focus. Use index display to search from a index of between 4 and 100 frames. Use calendar display to search by the date the picture was taken. Use the video cable to play back recorded images on your TV. You can also view the images as a slideshow. You can use light box display to display to frames side- by-side. You can play back another image without changing the magnification. You can register two camera settings in [CUSTOM RESET] Even if the settings are changed, they can be returned to their registered settings by resettng the settings. You can register up to two current camera settings in IMY MODE SETUP] Assign My Mode to the Fn button So that you can easily use that function during shooting. You can change the display language. The following functions are not returned to the factory default settings by [RESET]. Use the menu to change the respective settings. You can check the default settings in the ‘Menu directory” (L®P. 137). RESET1, RESET2 (Custom resetl/PICTURE MODE/

AF FOCUS AD] JEXPOSURE SHIFT/

00 0 unifiedbook Page 34 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Indications used in this manual The operation button icons on the body of the camera are used to indicate the operation buttons in this manual. See “Names of parts and functions” (EE P. 2) © in this manual, & indicates the control dial. e The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Qiotes Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also wars of operations that should be absolutely avoided. TIPS Useful information and hints that will help you getthe most out of your camera Reference pages describing details or related information:

Itis possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder. You can view the exposure or white balance effect and the subjects composition while you take a picture. L Press the [OI button. + The mirror is raised and the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. + When [AF MODE] was set to [C-AF], it will be set automatically to [S-AF] (or [S-AF+MF]in case it was set to IC-AF#MF]). Functions available during live view The following functions can be used during live view Focusing during live view

• Taking a picture after selecting the AF system LFP. 36 + Taking a picture using focus lock LFP. 37 + Taking a picture while adjusting the focus manualy_ LP. 39 + Taking a picture while focusing on à face LFP. 38 + Taking a picture while checking the focus by enlarging the zone to be focused EP. 41 Taking a picture while checking the effect
• Taking a picture after comparing the effect of exposure compensation or white balance UP. 41 + Taking à panoramic picture LP. 42 + Taking a picture while checking the effect of image stabilizer LP. 64 Switching the indications on the LCD monitor + Tuming offthe information display/Displaying the histogram or ruled lines L&FP. 40 + Checking the subject on the monitor even in low light situations LP. 101 Q notes « Ifthere is a high-intensity light source within the screen, the image may be displayed darker but will be recorded normally. + Ifthe live view function is used over a long period, the temperature ofthe image pickup device rises causing images with high ISO sensitvity to appear noisy and uneveniy colored. Either lower the 150 sensitivity or turn off the camera for some time. + Exchanging the lens will cause live view to stop. + The following functions are not available during live view. C-AF/AE lockMIAEL/AFL]
• You can use AE lock when [LIVE VIEW AF MODE] is setto [IMAGER AF]. + When [IMAGER AF] is selected, you cannot use the AF illuminator.

À 4 @ l En Page 36 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA The live view mechanism During live view, the image on the LCD monitor is the same image received by the image pickup device (Live MOS sensor/imagen) that is used for shooting. This way you can check the effects of exposure compensation or white balance on the LCD monitor. Moreover, you can also enlarge part of the subject to focus on itor display ruled lines to check that the composition is level. While the image appears on the LCD monitor during live view, the mirror is raised and the shutter is open. Therefore, you wil not be able to check the subject in the viewfinder. Correct metering may not be possible if strong light is coming in through the viewfnder. In such case attach the eyepiece cover. Er “Eyepiece cover” (P. 62) Taking pictures using the viewfinder Taking pictures using live view Viewfinder À+- Image pickup

+ The light coming in through the lens is reflected on the + The mirroris raised and the shutteris open. À mirror and you can check the subject in the viewrinder. The image received by the image pickup Ÿ device is displayed on the LCD monitor Taking a picture using live In live view you can choose one of 3 available AF systems. The LIVE VIEW AF MODE] setting will determine when and how focusing is performed.

I Menu MENU » [#1 » [81] » [LIVE VIEW AF MODE] Characteristics of the live view AF mode LIVE VIEW AF Using fe shutter button MODE Haley doun | Alle way down Focus lock estictons onuse TMAGER AT TOniy possible AF operation using Press the shutter {ctory defaut | DE acer Shooting | on ataray with compatible setting) lenses. WE Rod g down the AF operation using | RMS ALES don AF SENSOR _ the AF sensor and er None then shooëng press the shutter button all the way. AF operation using While holding doun the AF operation using the imager AEL/AFL button, HYBRIDAF | Gpproumate [MSA sensorand | Des âne shuter None focus) 9 button all the way. + For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visit the Olympus website When you are using à lens thatis not compatible with [IMAGER AF], (HYBRID AF] will be selected automatically

À 4 @ l En Page 37 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Taking a picture with [IMAGER AF] L press the shutter button halfway. AF confimmation mark + When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark and AF target mark light up. 2 Press the shutter button all the way to take a picture. AF target mark ä Taking a picture with [AF SENSOR] $ 1 press the shutter button all the way. AF confimation mark à + The mirror is lowered and the picture is taken after the focus is locked. + The image that was displayed on the monitor before lowering the mirror freezes during focusing. + Ifcorrect focus cannot be obtained, you will hear the sound of the shutter butthe picture wil not be taken. + To focus in advance, hold down the AEL/AFL button and press the shutter button. When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up. When the AF confirmation mark is blinking, the focus is not locked. Taking a picture with [HYBRID AF] L press the shutter button halfway. + The Imager AF will be activated and you can check the subject on the LCD monitor. + When the Imager AF achieves approximate focus, the © mark lights up. Press the shutter button all the way. + The picture is taken in à similar way as when using [AF SENSOR].

Shooting while changing the angle ofthe LCD monitor Vou can change the angle ofthe LCD monitor on the camera. This enables you to shoot at an awkward angle while checking the subjects composition on the LCD monitor. + Slowly rotate the LCD monitor within the moveable range. °270° 37 Eu À D 4 ds À

| dr € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 38 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM AF operation during live view [IMAGER AF] When you press the shutter button halfway, AF is performed by the image pickup device. IAF SENSOR] When you press the shutter button all the way, the AF is activated and the picture is taken in the same way as when taking pictures using the viewfinder (AF is not activated on pressing the shutter button halfway). THYBRID AF] When you press the shutter button halfway, focusing is performed approximately by the Imager AF and you can check the subject on the LCD monitor. When you press the shutter button allthe way, the AF is activated in the same way as with the [AF SENSOR] setting. The approximate focusing distance is obtained when the shutter button is pressed halfway so the time ittakes to actually take the picture after pressing the shutter button all the way is shortened. When using S-AF4MF, this is very convenient as you can hold the shutter button pressed halfway and finely adjustthe focus while checking the LCD monitor. MelA sai Buysn [. Camera status during AF Imager AF AF Sensor Halfuay down Allthe way down

AF Sensor + AF is perfommed by the image pickup device. + The miror is lowered and AF is performed by the AF sensor. (The miror is doun 50 the image display on the monitor freezes just before pressing the shutter button all the way.) Using the face detection function By setting [@ FACE DETECT] to [ON], te camera wil detect people's faces in the frame and adjustthe focus and metering automatically. I Direct button Fn (The setting changes each time the button is pressed.) Hsuper control panel © » > [@ FACE DETECTI

d 4 @ À à ag te 20 N #1 ds À 7 & Len MENU » [e,]» [5] > [@ FACE DETECT] » [ON] + In order to use the Fn button, [Fn FACE DETECTI needs to be set up in the menu in advance. E&7 “{En] FUNCTION" (P. 97) + After setting [@ FACE DETECT]to [ON] while using the Fn button, the following functions are automatically set to the best settings for taking pictures of people. Function Setting Ref. page

AF AREA Fi P.57 ë Lite camera detects a face, a frame will be d displayed in that location. £ + When you press the shutter button, the camera will focus 5 on the position of the face detection frame (however, if a single AF target is selected with [AF AREA], the camera will focus on the AF target selected). + With [AF SENSOR] or [HYBRID AF], the camera will focus on the AF target that is closest to the face detection frame. Q notes + During sequential shooting, face detection will work only atthe first shot. | + Depending on the subject, the camera may not be able to correctly detect the face. | A À d Taking a picture using manual focus During live view, you can take a picture focusing manually while checking the focus on the LCD monitor. 1 setthe AF mode to [S-AF4MF] or IMFL LS “AF mode selection” (P. 55) 2 Adjustthe focus by rotating the focus ring. + In [S-AF4MF] mode, after pressing the shutter button halfway or pressing the AEL/AFL button, you can rotate the focus ring to finely adjust the focus before taking the picture: + Using the enlarged display can be very convenient when adjusting the focus manually. UF 'Enlarged display operation” (P. 41) Setting the image aspect You can change the aspect ratio (horizontal-to-vertical ratio) when taking pictures using live view. Depending on your preference, you can set the aspect ratio to [4:3] (standard), [3:21], [16:9], or [6:61 | PEG images are timmed and saved according to the aspect ratio. Pre MENU » [6] » IMAGE ASPECT] Q notes + RAW images are nottrimmed and are recorded with the aspect ratio information at the time of shooting. + During RAW image playback, images are displayed with a border based on the aspect ratio. LS EN

À 4 @ l En Page 40 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA 2TIPS To use [IMAGE ASPECT] when taking pictures using the viewfinder: — Set{ASPECT SHOOTING] to [ALL] L'ASPECT SHOOTING” (P. 104) To change the aspect ratio of recorded images: — You can only change the aspect ratio when the aspect ratio of the image is set to [4:31 ue "Editing still images” (P. 87) To trim recorded images: —+ You can only trim images when the aspect ratio of the image is set to [4:3]. UE diting st images” (P. 87)

Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed on the monitor by pressing INFO button repeatedly. You can also switch the information displayed by tuning the control dial while pressing the INFO button Information display on Histogram display

‘Image only “1 With [INFO SETTING] (EP. 101), you can also select [BB] or [A] for the ruled line display. #2 During muttple exposure shooting (ESP. 53), the information display switches to “Multiple exposure display” 2TIPS To quickly switch to the frequently used display: — You can hide the information display for all modes except ‘Information display on. L "INFO SETTING"(P. 101) How to read the histogram: — The following shows you how to read the histogram display easily. (© Ifthe graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear mostiy black. @ Ifthe graph has many peaks around here, the image will appear mostiy white. @ The part indicated in green in the histogram shows the luminance distribution within the spot metering area.

l En Page 41 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Taking a picture while comparing the effect You can check the effect of exposure compensation or white balance on a 4-spli screen 1 Press the INFO button repeatedly to display the multi view display. LS *Switching the information display” (P. 40) + The exposure compensation comparison screen is displayed. Press @ to suitch to the white balance comparison screen. Press @@ to suitch the screen. 2 use 69 or the control dial to select the setting value, then press the © button. + You can take the picture using the set value. Q notes + Exposure compensation is not available in M mode. + This function cannot be used in mode. Enlarged display operation Itis possible to enlarge the subject for display. Enlarging the image during MF makes focus confirmation and adjustment easier. 1 press the INFO button repeatedly to display the zoom display. LE *Switching the information display” (P. 40) + The enlargement frame will be displayed. 2 use 1: to move the frame and press the © button. + The area inside the frame is enlarged and displayed + Press and hold the © button to retum the enlargement frame to the center after it was moved. 3 Tum the control dial to change the magnification (5%/7x/10x). + Use 12% to scroll the frame even during magnification. + Pressing the @ button will cancel the zoom display. + During zoom display, AF will not be activated even in the shutter button is pressed all the way. You can take the picture after checking the focus in the zoom display.

l En Page 42 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Panorama shooting You can enjoy panorama shooting easily using the OLYMPUS xD-Picture Card. Using OLYMPUS Master (provided CD-ROM) to join images where the subjects edges overlap, you can create a single panorama composite image. Panorama shooting is possible up to à maximum of 10 images.

# * Try your best t include the common pars of the overlapping images when shooting the 2 subject. È 1 setthe mode. [5 “Setting the artfilter/scene” (P. 5) + Live view is activated. Use {to specify the direction for joining, then shoot the subject with the edges overlapping. À: Joins the next image to the right 8 : Joins the nextimage to the left. LR ———+#+ @ : joins the next image to the top. < : Joins the nextimage to the bottom. + Shoot while changing the composition such that the subject : overlaps. & + The focus, exposure, etc. will be determined atthe first shot. + The [M (waming) mark will be displayed after you have finished taking 10 shots. + Pressing the © button before shooting the first frame returns to the scene mode selection menu. + Pressing the © button in the midst of shooting ends the sequence of panorama shooting, and allows you to continue with the next one. Q notes + Panorama shooting cannot be done ifthe OLYMPUS xD-Picture Card is not loaded in the camera. + During panorama shooting, the image previous|y taken for position alignment wil| not be retained. With the frames or other markers for display in the images as a guide, setthe composition such that the edges of the overlapping images overlap within the frames.

Exposure Program shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to the subject brightness. Setthe mode dial to P. + When the shutter button is half-pressed, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed on the viewfnder. Releasing the shutter button displays the shutter speed and aperture value on the super control panel screen. Aperture value AF confirmation mark ee 250 F5. Fr el 5 2009. 03.16 || Shuter speed ARNATURAL S+0 @o|

Super control panel Shooting mode Program shift (Ps) By tuming the control dial in the P mode, you can change Program shift the combination of aperture and shutter speed while maintaining the optimum exposure. £ ‘Program line diagram (P mode)" (P. 131) + The program shift setting wil not be cancelled after shooting. To cancel program shift setting, turn the control dial until the shooting mode indication PS on the viewfinder or super control panel changes to P or tum offthe power. + Program shif is not available when you are using a flash Viewfinder TPS The shutter speed and aperture value are blinking: > The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see “Exposure waming display" (EP. 132).

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 44 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Aperture priority shooting The camera sets the optimum shutter speed automatically for the aperture value you have selected. When you open the aperture (decrease the aperture value), the camera will focus within a shorter range (shallow depth of field) and produce a picture with a blurred background. When you close the aperture (increase the aperture value), the camera will focus within a longer range. Use this mode when you wish to add changes to the background representation. When the aperture value (number) is decreased Setthe mode dial to À and turn the control dial to setthe aperture value. lewfinder Close the aperture (fnumber is increased) Aperture value Open the aperture (f-number is decreased) ÆTIPS To check the depth of field with the selected aperture value: — See ‘Preview function” (EP. 47). To change the exposure adjustment interval: — This can be set in 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. E&*EV STEP" (P. 101) Shutter speed is blin — The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see “Exposure warning display” (EP. 132).

7 2S l En Page 45 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 Shutter priority shootin: The camera sets the optimum aperture value automatically for the shutter speed you have selected. Set the shutter speed depending on the type of effect you want. À higher shutter speed allows you to capture a fast-moving subject without blur, and a slower shutter speed blurs a moving subject, creating a feeling of speed or motion. Setthe shutter speed depending on the type of effect you want. À fast shutter À slow shutter speed can freeze speed il blur à a fastaction fast action scene. scene withoutany This blurring will blur.

Setthe mode dial to S and tu the control dial to set the shutter speed. FE Viewfinder Fastershutterspeed À Shutier speed aTPs The picture looks blurred: — The possibilty of camera shake spolling your picture increases greatly during macro or ultra- telephoto shooting. Raise the shutter speed or use a monopod or tripod to stabilze the camera —> When the shutter speed is slow, camera shake is more likely to occur. You can reduce camera shake by using the image stabilizer. IS “Image stabilizer” (P. 64) To change the exposure adjustment interval: > This can be setin 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. L&"EV STEP" (P. 101) The aperture value is linking: — The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see ‘Exposure waming display” (ESP. 132). give the impression of dynamic motion

00 0 unifiedbook Page 46 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manual. You can check how much it differs from the appropriate exposure by using the exposure level indicator. This mode gives you more creative control, allowing you to make whatever settings you like, regardless of the correct exposure Set the mode dial to M and tum the control dial to setthe value. Aperture value: Tum the control Shutterspeed: Tum the control dial dial while holding down tre E4 to setthe value. button to setthe value. E3 button + The range of aperture values available varies with the lens type + The shutter speed can be set to 1/4000 - 60 sec. or [BULB]. + In M mode the exposure level indicator will be displayed. It shows the difference (ranging from -3 EV to +3 EV) between the exposure value calculated by the currently selected aperture and shutter speed and the exposure value considered optimum by the camera. If the difference exceeds 43 EV, the entire indicator links. Exposure level indicator

Overexposure De + n£3 Optimum exposure Noise in images While shooting at slow shutter speeds, noise may appear on-screen. These phenomena are caused when current is generated in those sections of the image pickup device that are not normally exposed to light, resulting in a rise in temperature in the image pickup device or image pickup device drive circuit. This can also occur when shooting with a high ISO setting in a high-tempereture environment. To reduce this noise, the camera activates the noise reduction function. LSNOISE REDUCT." (P. 103)

À 4 @ l En Page 47 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA TPS The picture looks blurred: > The use of à monopod or tipod is recommended when taking a picture at slow shutter speed. > When the shutter speed is slow, camera shake is more Ikely to accur. You can reduce camera shake by using the image stabilizer. [3 "Image stabiizer” (P. 64) To change the exposure adjustment interval: > This can be setin 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. IS"EV STEP" (P. 101) To switch the operation between setting the shutter speed and aperture value: > You can setthe aperture value using only the control dial. L&F"DIAL FUNCTION” (P. 96) Q notes + Exposure compensation is not available in M mode.

You can take a picture with a bulb exposure time in which the shutter stays open as long as you hold down the shutter button Bulb shooting can also be done using an optional remote control (RM-1). E& “Bulb shooting with the remote control” (P. 64) In M mode, set the shutter speed to [BULB]. + [buLb]is displayed in the viewfinder and [BULB] on the run TPS To automatically end bulb shooting after a specified period of time: > You can setthe maximum time for bulb shooting. &&"BULB TIMER”(P. 102) To fix the focus during manual focus shooting:

7 > You can fix the focus so the focus does not change even ifthe focus ring is tumed during 7 exposure. EF'BULB FOCUSING"(P. 96) Q notes + The following functions are not available during bulb shooting. Sequential shooing/selftimer shooting/AE bracket shootingimage stabilizer/flash bracketing The viewfinder shows the focused area (depth of field) with the selected aperture value. Forthe preview function to work by pressing the Fn button, itis necessary to setthe function ofthe Fn button on the menu beforehand. L&F “{En] FUNCTION” (P. 97) Press the Fn button to use the preview function. + When [En] FUNCTION] is assigned to [LIVE PREVIEW], pressing the Fn button automatically switches the camera to live view for a preview of the picture on the monitor.

æ| 4 d||@ l En Page 48 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM S 4 Changing the metering mode There are 5 ways to measure the subject brightness: Digital ESP metering, Center weighted averaging metering, and 3 types of spot metering. Selectthe most suitable mode for the shooting conditions. I Direct button Br MENU button © button I Super control panel Een MENU » [#,]» [E31» IMETERING] Setting display Viewfinder 3 _: Digital ESP metering GJ : Center weighted averaging metering C2): Spotmeterng C4 1: Spot meterng - highlight control CD54 : Spot meterng - shadow control 63 Digital ESP metering SELECT+ =

The camera measures the light levels and calculates the light Ÿ level differences in 49 separate areas of the image. This mode is recommended for general use. Settng the AF synchronized function to [ESP+AF] enables metering centered around the AF target that is in focus with AF. C3 Center weighted averaging metering This metering mode provides the average metering between the subject and the background lighting, placing more weight on the subject atthe center. Use this mode when you do not want the light level of the background to affect the exposure value. C2 Spot metering The camera meters a very small area around the center ofthe subject, defined by the spot metering area mark in the viewfinder. Use this nl mode when there is very strong backlight. … @ : CD ! Spot metering - highlight control When the overall background is bright, white areas of the image will n come out gray if you use the camera's automatic exposure. Using this mode enables the camera to shift to over-exposure, allowing accurate white reproduction. Metering area Metering area is the same as spot metering. C25# Spot metering - shadow control When the overall background is dark, black areas ofthe image will come out gray if you use the camera's automatic exposure. Using this mode enables the camera to shift to under-exposure, allowing accurate black reproduction. Metering area is the same as spot metering,

00 0 unifiedbook Page 49 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Exposure compensation In some situations, you may get better results if you manually compensate (adjust) the exposure value set automatically by the camera. In many cases, bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward + makes these subjects closer to their real shades. For the same reason, adjust toward - when shooting dark subjects. The exposure can be adjusted in a range of 45.0 EV. -20EV Hoirectbution Adjust toard + + The exposure compensation indicator is displayed. The exposure compensation indicator | will not be displayed when the exposure is compensated by 0. FPS + Ifthe exposure compensation value exceeds the scale ofthe exposure compensation 4 indicator, the indicator will blink in the viewfinder. À red @B is displayed on the left and right edges of the indicator on the super control panel. TPS To change the exposure adjustment interval: > This can be setin 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV or 1 EV increments. E"EV STEP"(P. 101) To adjust the exposure compensation using only the control dial: > You can setthe exposure compensation value without pressing ES “DIAL FUNCTION" (P. 96) Q notes + Exposure compensation is not available in M and SCN modes.

button is pressed. Now press the shutter button. a) (=) = Br) + Releasing the AEL/AFL button cancels AE lock. AIO S

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AE lock The metered exposure value can be locked with the AEL/AFL button (AE lock). Use AE lock when you want a different exposure setting from the one that would normally apply under the current shooting conditions. Normally, pressing the shutter button halfway locks both AF (auto focus) and AE (automatic exposure), but you can lock the exposure alone by pressing the AEL/AFL button Press the AEL/AFL button at the position where you AEL/AFL button wish to lock the metering values and the exposure will be locked. The exposure is locked while the AEL/AFL TIPS To lock the exposure: > You can lock the metering result so thatitis not cancelled when the AEL/AFL button is released US'AELIAFL MEMO" (P. 97) you find it difficult to press the AEL/AFL button and shutter button at the same time: » You can switch the functions ofthe AEL/AFL button and the Fn button. LE "een" (P. 99) To activate AE lock with a set metering mode: » You can setthe metering mode for locking the exposure with the AE lock. US "AELMetering" (P. 101) AE bracketing The camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for each frame. Even in conditions where correct exposure is difficult to obtain (such as à backlit subject or a scene at dusk), you can pick the picture you prefer from a selected number of frames with a variety of different exposure settings (exposure and compensation values). The pictures are taken in the following order: Picture with optimum exposure, picture adjusted in - direction, and picture adjusted in + direction €.g.) When BKT is set to [3F L.OEV]

00 0 unifiedbook Page 51 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0 + The compensation value will change ifthe EV step is changed. ES “EV STEP” (P. 101) Number of frames: 3 I Menu MENU » [63] » [BRACKETING] » [AE BKT] Setting display AE BKT Viewfinder Number of 3FOBEV EVSTEP frames 3FO7EV 3F LOEV Bracketing SET+OR) Compensation range + The exposure value forthe remaining frames blinks during shooting, eunsodx Eh Start shooting. + In single-frame shooting, the exposure changes every time the shutter button is pressed. + In sequential shooting, hold down the shutter button untilthe selected number of frames are taken. + Releasing the shutter button stops flash bracketing shooting. When itstops, links in the viewfinder and is displayed in green on the super control panel. How AE bracketing compensates exposure in each shooting mode Depending on the selected shooting mode, exposure is compensated in the following way: P mode : Aperture value and shutter speed A mode : Shutter speed S mode : Aperture value M mode : Shutter speed

aTPs To apply AE bracketing to the exposure value you have compensated: — Compensate the exposure value, then use the AE bracketing feature. AE bracketing is applied to the exposure value you have compensated EN A

The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera's light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in low light conditions. However, higher values may give pictures a grainy appearance. Hoirectbutton 150, MENU button © buton I Super control panel @ » (: [ISO] Erenu MENU » [%,] » [63]» [ISO] [AUTO] The sensitivity is set automatically according to the shooting conditions. For IISO-AUTO SET], you can setthe default {value normally used when the optimal exposure can be obtained) and upper limit {upper limit of ISO that automatically changes). 7 SO-AUTO SET” (P. 102) [100 - 3200] : Fixed ISO sensitvity. [ISO STEP] can be changed to [/3EV] or [LEV]. [3150 STEP"(P. 101) Setting display Viewfinder AUTO : ISO-A 100 : 50 When setto [AUTO], the ! default value is displayed. 3200 : F250 + 125 and 1250 are displayed in the viewfinder as 120 and 1200, respectively.

Display after setting Viewfinder When setto [AUTO], ISO-A and the 150 value determined by the camera are displayed. For all other settings, 150 and the set value are displayed. When set to 2000 or a higher value, ISO biinks: TIPS To automatically set the optimal ISO in M mode: > Normally, the AUTO setting is not available in M mode, but you can set it for use in all shooting modes. E&"1SO-AUTO"(P. 102)

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ISO bracketing The camera automatically takes pictures at a different ISO sensitivity with the shutter speed and aperture value fixed. 3 images with different exposures are recorded in the order of the set1$0 sensitvity (optimum exposure when set to [AUTOI), exposure in the - direction, and exposure in the + direction Compensation value: 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0 + The compensation value is setin 1/3 EV increments regardiess ofthe ISO step setting, Number of frames: 3 I Menu MENU » [&;] » [IBRACKETING] » [ISO BKT] Q notes + Bracketing is performed regardless of the upper limit set with [ISO-AUTO SET]. Multiple exposure This overlays multiple frames and saves it as a single image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. You can overlay an image while taking a picture or overlay a recorded image in playback mode MULTIPLE EXPOSURE In shooting mode, 2 frames of pictures taken can be overlaid and saved as a single image. You can also select a stored RAW image and shoot multiple exposures to create an overlay image. IFRAME] : Select[2F] TAUTO GAIN] : When setto [ON], the brighiness of each frame is set to 1/2 and the images are overiaid. When set to [OFF], the images are overlaid with the original brightness of each frame. IOVERLAY] _: When set to [ON], a RAW image recorded on a card can be overtaid with multiple exposures and stored as a separate image. The number of pictures taken is one. IMAGE OVERLAY In playback mode, up to 3 frames of RAW images can be overlaid and saved as a single image. L& “mage overlay” (P. 89) eunsodx EL I Menu MENU » [G] > [MULTIPLE MULTIPLE EXPOSURE EXPOSURE]

OVERLAY OFF Setting display + When multiple exposure is set, I is displayed on the super control panel. When shooting is interrupted, [F3 is displayed in green BACK+5 + SET+ TPS To cancel the image during shooting: > Pressing the 1 button cancels the last picture taken. To shoot multiple exposures while checking the composition for each frame: > Take pictures using live view. The overlay images are displayed semi-transparenty on the LCD monitor so you can shoot while checking the position of the image overlay To overlay 3 or more frames: » To overlay 3 or more frames, save the image as à RAW file and use [OVERLAYI to repeatthe 53 multiple exposure shooting a

l En Page 54 Friday, February 20, 2009 11:33 AM Notes + When multiple exposure is set, [SLEEP] is set to [OFF] automatically. + RAW images taken with another camera cannot be used for the overlay image.

+ When LOVERLAYI is set to [ONI the images displayed when à RAW image is selected are developed with the settings at the time of shooting, + To setthe shooting functions, cancel multiple exposure shooting first. Some functions cannot be set. + Multiple exposure is cancelled automatically in the following situations. The camera is tumed off/The [>] button is pressed/The battery power runs out/The card cover is opened/The card is replaced/The LCD monitor is closed/The USB cable is inserted + The information for the first frame during multiple exposure shooting is displayed as the shooting information. in JPEG +RAW is displayed setting. + When shooting multiple exposures using bracketing, priority is given to multiple exposure shooting. While the overtaÿ image is being saved, bracketing is reset to the factory default + When à RAW image is selected using [OVERLAYI the | PEG image for the image recorded

Focusing and shooting functions AF mode selection The three focus modes S-AF, C-AF, and MF are available with this camera: You can take pictures by combining S-AF or C-AF mode with MF mode Hoirectbuton AT MENU button AF button Erenu MENU » [9,1 [@]> IAF MODE] Setting display = Viewfinder 8

CE 27 ë sur à SRE È C-AF CRE n ME € 4 Sara: GR -E i 2 [ ä FN care: ÊAE -F ë ® S-AF (single AF) è Focusing is performed once when the shutter button is pressed halfway. ° I focusing fais, release your finger from the shutter button and press it halfway again. This mode is suitable for taking pictures of still subjects or subjects with limited movement. Press the shutter button halfway. Vieufinder + When the focus is locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up. + À beep sound is outputted when the subject is in focus. AF confirmation mark TIPS When itis difficult to focus in the AF mode in low-light conditions: > The built:in flash can function as an AF illuminator. This makes focusing easier in low-light conditions using AF mode. ES "AF ILLUMINAT." (P. 95) When you want to quickly switch from AF mode to MF: > By registering [MF] to the Fn button, you can press the Fn button to switch to MF mode. ES En] FUNCTION" (P. 97) When you want to be able to shoot even ifthe subject is notin focus: > See "RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C"(ESP. 99). To notlight up the AF target in the viewfinder when the subjects in focus: > The AF target in the viewfinder lights red when the subject is in focus. You can setthe AF target so as not to turn on. E“AF AREA POINTER" (P. 95) En A

l En Page 56 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM C-AF (continuous AF) The camera repeats focusing while the shutter button remains pressed halfway. When the subject is in motion, the camera focuses on the subject in anticipation of its movement (Predictive AF). Even if the subject moves or you change the composition of the picture, the camera continues trying to focus. Press the shutter button halfway and keep it in this position. + When the subjectis in focus and locked, the AF confirmation mark lights up. + The AF target does not light up, even when the subject is in focus + The camera repeats focusing. Even ifthe subject moves or even if you change the composition of the picture, focusing is tried continuousiy. + À beep sound is outputted when the subjectis in focus. The beep sound is not outputted after the third continuous AF operation, even when the subject is in focus. TIPS The camera focuses on something passing in front of the subject: > You can setthe camera 5 as notto change the focus even if the distance to the subject z changes. E#*C-AF LOCK” (P.95) 6, MF (manual focus) 4 This function allows you to manually focus on any subject. H Adjust the focus using the focus ring.

TIPS To change the rotational direction of the focus ring: > You can select the rotational direction of the focus ring to suit your preference for how the lens adjusts to the focusing point. "FOCUS RING” (P. 96) For information on whether the subject is in focus (Focus aid): > When you focus the lens on a subject manually (by turning the focus ring), the AF confirmation mark lights. When E+-] is set with [AF AREAJ], AF confirmation lights up if the subject is in focus atthe center AF target Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF) This function allows you to fine-adjustthe focus manually by tuming the focus ring after AF is performed in the S-ÂF mode + Press the shutter button halfway. After AF is confimed, rotate the focus ring to fine-adjust the focus Q notes + Ifthe shutter button is pressed again after fine-adjusting the focus with the focus ring, the AF is activated and your adjustments are cancelled.

l dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 57 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Le + Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF) Focus with the focus ring and press the shutter button halfway to activate C-AF mode. + While the shutter button is kept pressed, MF cannot be used + When the shutter button is not pressed, focusing with MF is possible. TPS Another way to adjust focus manually in C-AF mode: > You can setthe AEL/AFL button to operate C-AF. ES"AEL/AFL"(P.97) Q notes

• Ifthe shutter button is pressed again after fine-adjusting the focus with the focus ring, the AF is activated and your adjustments are cancelled. AF target selection This camera has 7 AF targets for focusing on the subject with auto focus. Select the optimal AF target mode according to your subject and the composition. There are two AF target modes: All target AF mode, which uses AF at all AF targets, and Single target AF mode, which uses AF centering around one selected AF target. When LIVE VIEW AF MODE] is set to IIMAGER AF], 11 AF targets will be available during live view. L& "Taking a picture using live view” (P. 36) EAII target AF mode The camera automatically focuses on the subject in front of the camera from among the 7 AF targets. This is useful for shooting moving subjects or relying on the camera for a focusing ec

suopouny Bunooys pue Buysn>04 L: ISingle target AF mode {L 1 Small-single target AF mode) The camera focuses using one selected AF target. This is useful for accurately focusing on the subject after composing the shot. With [- ], you can focus using a range thatis somewhat larger than one AF target, but you can only setthe range within the AF target. 8 When [SMALL] is selected for [AF SENSITIVITY], the setting display changes to [- ]s. L&"AF SENSITIVITY” (P. 95)

I Direct button EDS Ce] button MENU buton + The currentiy selected AF target lights. When [ « ] is set, you can selectthe AF target to be used at that point. For operation, refer to Step 2 in “Selecting the AF target mode and position” (ESP. 58) in the next section

A super control panel @ri + When L «1 is set, you can turn the control dial to select the AF target

suopouny Bupooys pue Buisn204 Are MENU » [#,]» [A] » [AF AREA] + When [1 is set, you can selectthe AF target with Selecting the AF target mode and position

Select the AF target mode or selectthe AF target to use with Single target AF mode. L_ Press the [si] button to enable selection of the AF target mode and position. Use the control dial or arrow pad to selectthe AF target. The control dial moves in Of) directions. + Press the © button to retum the position ofthe AF target to the center. + When [IMAGER AF] is set, you can use the [ire] button or super control panel to select the AF target. Use the control dial or arrow pad to select the AF target aTIPs Selecting the position of the AF target with the arrow pad without pressing the [ri] button: — Press the shutter button halfway and release it, then use the arrow pad to change the position of the AF target. ES “Sn FUNCTION” (P. 99)

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Registering an AF target mode You can register a frequently used AF target mode and the position ofthatAF target You can then quickly load that registered setting (‘home position") and use it when shooting. Registering 1 inthe screen of Step 2 of “Selecting the AF target mode and position” (LS P. 58), press the Fn button and (4 button at the same time. + The home position is registered at the time the buttons are pressed. + The home position cannot be registered when operated from à menu. SELECT Indicates that the AF target is being registered Shooting To use this function, you must assign the [JHOME] function to the Fn button in advance. LE En) FUNCTION" (P. 97) L Press the Fn button. + The registered home position is selected. Press this button again to switch to the original AF target mode. Q notes + The AF sensitivity is not recorded when registering the home position ROOUS pue Busn204 F]

00 0 unifiedbook Page 60 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Focus lock — If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera's auto focus may not be able to focus on the subjectin situations such as when the subject is notin the center of the frame. this happens, the easiest solution is to use focus lock. Use this when composing the subject outside of the AF targets or when the subject is dificult to focus on.

I the subject has lower contrast than its surrount Adjustthe AF target with the subject to be focused and press the shutter button halfway until the AF confirmation mark lights up. + The focus is locked. The AF confirmation mark and the AF target in focus light up in the viewfinder. + Ifthe AF confirmation mark blinks, press the shutter button halfay again. + While the shutter button is being pressed, the super control panel disappears. AF target While pressing the shutter button halfway, move to the desired composition and press the button all the way. + The card access lamp blinks while the picture is being stored on the card. Shutter button Card access lamp .g.)The camera focuses using the center AF target

ifthe contrast of the subject is weak, such as when the lighting is insufficient or the subject cannot be seen clearly because of fog, the focus may not be achieved. Focus (focus lock) on & high-contrast objectthe same distance away as the intended subject, recompose your shot and then take the picture.

l dm € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 61 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Sequential shooting Single-frame shooting DD Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed {normal shooting mode). Sequential shooting H ŒiH Shoots at 4 frames/sec. for as long as the shutter button is pressed (during S-AF, MF). Sequential shooting L ŒL Shoots atthe set speed (“ŒL fps (ESP. 99)) for as long as the shutter button is pressed. + Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button. + Focus, exposure, and white balance are locked atthe first Number fsequentlshots frame (during S-AF, MF). that can be taken Q notes + During sequential shooting, ifthe 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. Setting method Hoirectbuton SE button A super control panel Setting display Viewfinder Single-frame shooting Sequential shooting H Sequential shooting L 12-second self-timer 2-second selftimer BETETE Lo2sLios L'i2s | Remote control 2-second remote control: -d © + Anti-shock display: SELECT» = SET À blinking display in the viewfinder and the + symbol on the super control panel indicates that anti-shock is activated ES 'ANTLSHOCK" (P. 102) suopouny Bunooys pue Buysn>04

This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can setthe camera to release the shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. Forthe setting method, see “Sequential shooting" (EP. 61). Press the shutter button all the way. Selimer lamp + When 12 is selected: First, the self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, then it blinks for approximately 2 seconds and the picture is taken. + When Ÿ)2s is selected: The self-timer lamp blinks for approximately 2 seconds, and then the picture is taken. + To cancel the activated self-timer, press the à ©) button. Q notes + Do not press the shutter button while standing in front of the camera; this could result in the subject being out of focus since focusing is performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Eyepiece cover When shooting without looking through the viewfinder, attach the eyepiece cover to the viewfinder to preventthe light entering the viewfinder from changing the exposure. Attach the eyepiece cover after removing the eyecup as illustrated. The same applies when replacing with an optional eyecup. Eyepiece cover

Remote control shooting By using the optional remote control (RM-L), you can take a picture with yourself in it or à night scene without touching the camera The camera can be set to release the shutter either right away or 2 seconds after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed. Bulb shooting is also possible when using the optional remote control. Forthe setting method, see “Sequential shooting" (EP. 61). + Shooting can also be done using an optional remote control cable (RM-UC 1).

À 4 @ l En Page 63 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Mount the camera securely on a tripod, pointthe remote control at the remote control receiver on the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control. + When 08 is selected The focus and exposure are locked, the remote control lamp blinks and the picture is taken. + When 2s is selected The focus and exposure are locked, the remote control lamp blinks, and after approximately 2 seconds the picture is taken. Remote control lamp Remote control receiver Transmitted signal effective area Pointthe remote control at the remote control receiver ofthe camera within the effective area as shown below. When powerful lighting such as direct sunlight is shining on the remote control receiver, or when fluorescent light or devices emiting electrical or radio waves are nearby, it could narrow the effective area Aro Remote control receiver Approx : je 1) (indoor Dom 27 (66) ouoe Aporo.Sn (164) indoor 187 Approx. 3m (9.8ft) outdoor 15°. cg fc) (ndoo!) 1 (outdoo Remote control approx. 3 approx 2

aTPs The remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed: — The transmitted signal may not be effective ifthe remote control receiver is exposed to powerful lighting. Move the remote control closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again. — The transmitted signal may not be effective ifthe remote control is too far from the camera. Move the remote control closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again. — There is signal interference. Point the remote control toward the remote control receiver on the camera and press and hold down the CH button and the W or T zoom button on the remote control atthe same time for at least three seconds until the remote control lamp on the camera blinks or à beep sound can be heard, indicating that the signal has been received. To cancel the remote control shooting mode: — The remote control shooting mode wil not be cancelled after shooting. Press the &/S)Œ button to setto [CDI] (single-frame shooting), et. To use the shutter button on the camera in the remote control shooting mode: — The shutter button on the camera still works even in the remote control shooting mode. Q notes + The shutter wi not be released ifthe subject is not in focus. + Under bright light conditions, the remote control lamp may be difficult to see, making it hard to determine whether or not the picture has been taken. + Zoom is not available on the remote control. suopouny Bunooys pue Buysn>04

l En Page 64 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Bulb shooting with the remote control Setthe mode diel to M, then setthe shutter speed to [BULB]. ES “Bulb shooting” (P. 47) Press the W button on the remote control to open the shutter, When the time set in "BULB TIMER" (EP. 102) elapses, the shutter closes automatically Press the T button to close the shutter. Image stal You can reduce the amount of camera shake that easily occurs when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. OFF Image stabilzer is off. 1S.1 Image stabilzer is on LS.2 This is used for panning with the camera in the horizontal direction to achieve a blurred background. The horizontal image stabilzer is turned off, and only the vertical image stabilizer is activated. LS.3 This is used for panning with the camera in the vertical direction to achieve a blurred background (titing). The vertical image stabilizer is tumed off, and only the horizontal image stabilizer is activated.

By setting the focal length of the lens in advance, you can use the image stabilizer function with lenses other than Four Thirds system lenses. This seing is deactivated when a Four Thirds system lens is attached L press the F3 button when the image stabilizer is turned on. 2 Use the control dial or & & to setthe focal length and press ©. Focal lengths that can be set 8mm [iomm [12mm [i6mm [i8mm [21mm [24mm [28mm [30mm |35mm 40mm [48mm [SOmm |55mm [65mm |70mm [75mm |80mm [85mm |90mm 100 mm [105 mm [120 mm [135 mm [150 mm [180 mm [200 mm |210mm [250 mm | 300 mm 350 mm [400 mm [500 mm |600 mm |800 mm |1000 mm + Ifthe focal length ofthe lens you are using is not listed, select the closes value

À 4 @ l En Page 65 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Q notes + 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, itis recommended that you use à tripod. + When using à tpod, set [IMAGE STABILIZER] to [OFF] + When using a lens with an image stabilization function, turn off the image stabilzation function of either the lens or the camera + IFOMAGE STABILIZER] is set to [1.S.1], [LS.2]or [.S.3] and you turn off the camera, the camera will vibrate. This is due to the camera initializing the image stabilizer mechanism. Without this initialization, the image stabilizer may not be able to achieve the proper effect. + You may notice an operating sound or vibration when the image stabilizer is activated. + Ifthe image stabilizer icon blinks in red on the monitor, itindicates à failure of the image stabilizer function. If you take a picture as is, the composition may be off. Consult your Olympus Authorized Service Center. + The image stabilizer will not activate at shutter speeds of over 2 seconds. + Ifthe internal temperature of the camera exceeds the specified temperature, the image stabilizer is deactivated and the image stablizer icon lights red on the monitor. Setting the beep sound

When set to [OFF], you can turn off the beep sound thatis emitted when the focus locks by 8 pressing the shutter button. HA Len MENU » [63] » [mi] È ä d Al 7

À d||@ D à nt a nr Rén28 N #1 epouu sum pue ‘2uejeq aJuyM ‘OPOUL PLOION Record mode, white balance, and picture mode Selecting the record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures. Choose the record mode that is best for your purpose (printing, editing on à PC, website editing, etc.). Recording formats JPEG For] PEG images, select a combination of image size ([8, M, ) and compression rate (SF, FN, B). An image consists of pixels (dots). When you enlarge an image with a low pixel count, itwill be displayed as a mosaic. fan image has a high pixel count, the file size {amount of data) will be larger and the number of storable still pictures will be lower. The higher the compression, the smaller the file size. However, the image will have less clarity when played back Image with a high pixel count Image with a low pixel count Image becomes clearer Compression rate ication | Number of Pixel SFlSuper | F N O Application | pixels count Fine) | (Fine) | (Normal) | (Basic) Fi TLarge) | 4032x3024 | ISF LE LU LE S Diselectiortne | Mimiddie) [2560x1920 | msF ms EN me © Morntsze 1600 x 1200 dl 1280 960 È 1024 768 Sp | 8 ma SU # } and use on a 540 x480 3 rose RAW This is unprocessed data that has not undergone changes in white balance, sharpness, contrastor color. To display as an image on the computer, use OLYMPUS Master. RAW data cannot be displayed on a different camera or by using common software, and it cannot be selected for print reservation. RAW fils are assigned an “ORF "file extension. RAW images can be edited with this camera and saved as JPEG data. “Editing still images” (P. 87)

æ | dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 67 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Selecting the record mode JPEG ForJPEG, you can register 4 combinations of images sizes (I8, I, &) and compression rates (SF, F, N, B) from the 12 total combinations available. Er“ SET” (P. 104) When you select the I or B image size, you can further select the pixel size. LE PIXEL COUNT”(P. 104) JPEG+RAW Records both a JPEG and RAW image at the same time each time you take a picture. RAW Records the image in RAW data format. e-g.) The following 9 record modes are available when [8F/N/ŒN/EN are registered RAW : RAW

FT] A super control panel © I Menu MENU » [1] » Lé:] — @io ©+0) LE Eu ES leon ce To quickly setthe record mode: ED! Gage — By setting [RAW<-] to the Fn button, you can tum the orl 38 control dial while pressing the Fn button to change the record mode. Each me you press the Fn button, you can easily switch betueen | PEG data only and | PEG and RAW/ data. LS En] FUNCTION” (P. 97) To find out the file sizenumber of storable still pictures for each record mode: — “Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures" (ESP. 135)

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 68 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Selecting the white balance Color reproduction differs depending on light conditions. For instance, when daylight or tungsten lighting is reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced wi be slightly different for each. With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital processor. This is called white balance. There are 4 options for setting the WB with this camera Auto white balance [AUTO] This function enables the camera to automatically detect white in images and adjustthe color balance accordingly. Use tis mode for general use. Preset white balance FI I<S1 JESS10e5] 8 different color temperatures are rt to the light source. For example, use preset WB when you want to reproduce more red in the picture of a sunset, or capture a warmer artstic effect under artificial lighting Custom white balance [CWB] You can setthe color temperature from 2000K to 14000K. For details on color temperature, refer to “White balance color temperature” (ESP. 134). One-touch white balance LC2.] You can setthe optimum white balance for the shooting conditions by pointing the camera at à white object like à sheet of white paper. The white balance achieved with this setng is saved as one ofthe preset WB settings. WB mode Light conditions Used for most light conditions [when there is à white portion framed in the AUTO | Viwrinder). Use this mode for general use. For shooting outdoors on à clear day, or to capture the reds in à sunset or the colors in a fireworks display For shooting outdoors in the shadows on à clear day For shooting outdoors on à cloudy day For Shooting under à tungsten light For Shooting under white fluorescent lighting For Shooting under à neutral white fluorescent lamp For shooting under à daylight fluorescent lamp For flash shooting

epouu sum pue ‘2uejeq aJuyM ‘OPOUL PLOION = Color temperature set by one-touch \WB. = LE "Setting the one-touch white balance” (P. 70) cwg | Color temperature setin custom white balance menu. This can be set from 2000K to 14000K. When the value has not been set it is set to 5400K Es EN A 4

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 69 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Setting the auto/preset/custom white balance we You can adjust the white balance by selecting the appropriate color temperature for the light conditions. I Direct button WT E4 button MENU button

+ Custom white balance is set by selecting [CWB] and tuming the control dial while pressing down the ÉA button. Erenu MENU » [e,]» [3]? [WB] Setting display Viewfinder WB button Color temperature WB mode + During custom white balance, the color temperature is displayed TPS When subjects that are not white appear white: > In the auto WB setting, if there is no near-white color in the image framed in the screen, the white balance will notbe correct determined. In such a case, ty preset WB or one-touch \WB settings. pue ‘spuereq au opouu pou

Lil WB compensation This function lets you make fine changes to the auto WB and preset \WB settings. epouu eur Erenu MENU » [e,]» [3]? [WB] + Selectthe white balance to adjust and press

l En Page 70 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Adiusting the white balance in the A direction (Amber- == Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will become more amber when adjusted toward +, and bluer when adjusted toward - Adjusting the white balance in the G direction (Green- Magenta) wB PREVIEW » AE) Depending on the original WB conditions, the image will SET: GR become greener when adjusted toward +, and magenta when adjusted toward - + The white balance can be adjusted in 7 increments in each direction STIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: — After setting the compensation value, point the camera at the subject to take test shots. When the AEL/AFL button is pressed, sample images that have been taken with the current WB settings are displayed. Adjusting all WB mode settings at once: > See ‘ALL (MEZ' (ESP. 103). Setting the one-touch white balance This function is useful when you need a more precise white balance than presetWB can provide. Pointthe camera at a sheet of white paper under the light source you want to use to determine the white balance. The optimum white balance for the current shooting conditions can be saved in the camera. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. Set [Fn) FUNCTION] to LC] beforehand. (ESP. 97) 1 pointthe camera at a sheet of white paper. + Position the paper so that it fills the viewfinder. Make sure there are no shadows. 2 while holding down the Fn button, press the shutter Fn button button. + The one-touch white balance screen appears. _ (GO) 3 Select [YES] and press the © button. 1 + The white balance is registered. + The registered white balance will be stored in the camera as a presetWB setting. Tuning the power off does noterasethe |) data. LL aTIPs After pressing the shutter button, [WB NG RETRY]is displayed: — When there is not enough white in the image, or when the image is too bright, too dark or the colors look unnatural, you cannot register the white balance. Change the aperture and shutter speed settings, then repeat the procedure from Step 1.

dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 71 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM WB bracketing Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specified color directions) are automatically created from one shot. One image has the specified white balance, while the others are the same image adjusted in different color directions. I Menu MENU » [&;] » [IBRACKETING]» [WB BKT] + Select from OFF], [3F 2STEP], [3F 4STEP], or [3F 6STEP] for the EV step for both the A-B (amber-blue) direction and the G-M (green-magenta) direction + When the shutter button is pressed down all the way, A8 cm 3 images adjusted in specified color directions are automatically created

BACKYEES TPS To apply WB bracketing to the white balance: > Adjust white balance manual, then use the WB bracketing feature. WB bracketing is applied to the white balance you have adjusted Q notes + During WB bracketing, the camera cannot shoot the pictures ifthere is not enough memory in the camera and card for storing at least the selected number of frames. pou em pue ‘ouejeq eu ‘opouu ao sou —$ D —

00 0 unifiedbook Page 72 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM You can selectimage tone to create unique image effects. You can also fine-adjust image parameters such as contrast and sharpness for each mode. The adjusted parameters are recorded in each picture effect mode. LAVIVID] : Produces vivid colors. ENNATURAL] : Produces natural colors ÉNMUTED] _ : Produces flattones ÉN PORTRAIT]: Produces beautiful skin tones. IMONOTONE] : Produces black and white tone. ICUSTOM] _ : Selectone picture mode, setthe parameters, and register the setting, You can also register the gradation to [CUSTOM], This setting is stored separately from [GRADATION] in the menu. LH “Gradation” (P. 73) A super control panel © » £: PICTURE MODE] I Menu MENU » [©] » [PICTURE | 4) me $ The adjustable parameters vary according to the picture modes The individual parameters are as follows. ICONTRAST] : Distinction between light and dark ISHARPNESS] : Sharpness of the image ISATURATION]: Vividness of the color IB&W FILTER] : Creates a black and white image. The fier color is brightened and the complementary color is darkened. IN: NEUTRAL]: Creates a normal black and white image. De: YELLOW]: Reproduces clearly defined white cloud with natural blue sky. [Or: ORANGE]: Slightly emphasizes colors in blue skies and sunsets. IR: RED] Strongly emphasizes colors in blue skies and brightness of crimson foliage. IG: GREEN] _: Strongly emphasizes colors in red lips and green leaves. IPICT. TONE] : Colors the black and white image. epouu eumtd pue ‘ouereq yum ‘opouu PICTURE MODE

d 4 @ À à ag 20 N #1 In addition to the [NORMAL] gradation setting, you can select from 3 other gradation settings. THIGH KEY]: Gradation for a bright subject. ILOW KEY] : Gradation for a dark subject IAUTO] : Divides the image into detailed regions and adjusts the brightness separately for each region. This is effective for images with areas of large contrast in which the whites appear too bright or the blacks appear too dark INORMAL] : Use [NORMAL] mode for general uses. HIGH KEY Suitable for a subjectthat is mostiy highlighted.

LOW KEY Suitable fora subjectthat is mostiy shadowed A super control panel © » it IGRADATION] I Menu MENU » [0] » [GRADATION] Q notes + Contrast adjustment does not work when setto [HIGH KEY] [LOW KEY], or [AUTO] 4 D — pou sum pue ‘ouereq au “pou pou

Bupoous ysel4 Flash shooting Flash mode setting The camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as fiing pattern and flash timing. Available flash modes depend on the exposure mode. The flash modes are available to optional external flashes Auto flash AUTO The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions To shoot a subject with backlighting, position the AF target over the subject. Flash synchronization speed/Slow limit Shutter speed can be changed when the built-in flash fires. [9 X-SYNC." (P. 102), “#SLOW LIMIT” (P. 102) Red-eye reduction flash O4 In the red-eye reduction flash mode, a series of xs pre-flashes are emitted just before the regular Æ flash fires. This helps accustom the subjects EN eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red- : eye phenomenon. in S/M mode, the flash € always fires. — © notes The subjects eyes appear red + After the pre-flashes, ittakes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the camera firmly to avoid camera shake. + Effectiveness may be limited ifthe subject is not looking directly at pre-flashes, or if the Shooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness. Slow synchronization (1st curtain) $ SLOW The slow synchronization flash is designed for slow shutter speeds. Normally, when shooting with a flash, shutter speeds cannot go below a certain level to prevent camera shake. But when shooting a subject against a night scene, fast shutter speeds can make the background 00 dark. Slow synchronization allows you to capture both the background and the subject Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera by using a tripod so as notto cause the picture to be blurred ist curtain Usually, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. This method is usually used during flash shooting

À 4 @ æ l En Page 75 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) $ SLOW2/2nd CURTAIN 2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the taillights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. In SIM mode, the flash always fires. When the shutter speed is set to 2 sec. 1 D a isteur seconds 1st curtain flash fires 2nd curtain fash fires Shutter closes Shutter fully opens Slow synchronization (1st curtain)Red-eye reduction flash ©SLOW While using slow synchronization with flash shooting, you can also use this function to achieve red-eye reduction. When shooting a subject against a night scene, this function allows you to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Às the time from emiting pre-flashes to shooting is long in 2nd curtain synchronization, itis difficult to achieve red-eye reduction. Hence, only 1st curtain synchronization setting is available. flash # The flash fires regardiess ofthe light conditions. This mode is useful for eliminating shadows on the subjects face (such as shadows from tree leaves), in a backlight situation, or for correcting the color shift produced by artificial lighting {especially fluorescent light). Q notes + When the flash fires, the shutter speed is set to 1/180 sec. or less. When shooting a subject against a bright background with the fil-in flash, the background may be overexposed. In this case, use the optional FL-50R external flash or à similar flash and shootin the Super FP flash mode. EF "Super FP flash" (P. 80) Flash off @ The flash does not fire. Even in this mode, the flash can be used as an AF illuminator when itis raised. LS°"AF ILLUMINAT." (P. 95)

dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 76 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Manual flash This allows the built-in flash to output a fixed amount of light. To shoot with manual flash, set the f:number on the lens based on the distance to the subject. Ratio of amount oflight GN: Guide number 150 200 (Equivalent to ISO 100) FULL (A) 17 (2) 14 8.5 (6) 116 43) 1/64 22(15) Calculate the f-number on the lens using the following formula. GN xIS0 sensitvity Aperture (Fnumber) = Distance to the subject (m) IS0 sensitivi 150 value 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 150 sensitivity 10 14 20 28 40 56 Lt 4 Setting method ë I Direct button + 4 button | 5; Lan £ 7 È I Super control panel © Ÿ seting display Viewfinder Flash mode + For details on displaying the settings, refer to “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (ESP. 133) S EN A

À d||@ D à nt oem N #1 Built-in flash shooting If you shoot a subject using a lens thatis wider than 14mm (equivalent to 28mm on à 35mm film camera), the light emitted by the flash may produce a vignette effect. Whether or not vignetting occurs also depends on lens type and shooting conditions (such as distance to the subject) L press the 4 button to raise the built-in 3 buton flash. + The built-in flash will pop up automatically and fire in low light conditions under the following modes.

AUTO/A/Y/ 22/8) SIDT

2 Press the shutter button halfway. + The $ (flash stand-by) mark lights when the fiash is ready to fire. IFthe mark is blinking, the l fiash is charging. Wait until charging is complete ù Press the shutter button all the way. Flash stand-by mark

Viewfinder ne E TIPS When you do not want the flash to pop up automatically: > Set [AUTO POP UP]to [OFF]. E& "AUTO POP UP"(P.102) To shoot without having to wait for the flash to finish charging: + See "RLS PRIORITY S/RLS PRIORITY C"(I&P. 99). Q notes + When [$RC MODE] is set to [ON], the buil-in flash will fire only to communicate with the external flash so it will not function as à flash. E& “Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system” (P. 80) Flash intensity control The flash intensity can be adjusted from +3 to -3 In some situations (e.g., when shooting small subjects, distant backgrounds, etc.), you may get better results by adjusting the amount of light emitted by the flash (“lash intensity"). Itis useful when you intend to increase the contrast (distinction between light and dark) of images to make the images more vivid.

| dr € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 78 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Apirectbution s4DS I Super control panel © (G)] I Menu MENU » [6] » [E2] Setting display Viewfinder

Q notes + This does not work during manual flash. + This does not work when the flash control mode on the electronic flash is set to MANUAL. + Ifflash intensity is adjusted on the electronic flash, itwill be combined with the camera's flash intensity setting. + When [62)+] is set to [ON], the flash intensity value will be added to the exposure compensation value. E&62+4" (P. 102) Flash bracketing The camera shoots multiple frames, changing the amount of light emitted by the flash for each shot. The camera shoots 3 frames at a time with the following amount of light: optimum light, light adjusted in the - direction, and light adjusted in the + direction.

Bupoous ysel4 I Menu MENU » [6] [BRACKETING] » [FL BKT] + The compensation value will change according to the EV step. ES EV STEP" (P. 101) + In single-frame shooting, the amount of light emitted by. the flash changes every time the shutter button is pressed + in sequential shooting, hold down the shutter button until the selected number of frames are taken. + Releasing the shutter button stops flash bracketing shooting. When it stops, blinks in the viewinder SET+OR) and is displayed in green on the super control panel. 3F LOEV

l En Page 79 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM External flash shooting In addition to the camera's butin flash capabilites, you can use any of the extemal flash units specified for use with this camera. This enables you to take advantage of a wider variety of fiash shooting techniques to suit different shooting conditions. The extemal flashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera's flash modes with various available flash control modes, such as TTL-AUTO and Super FP flash. An extemal flash unit specified for use with this camera can be mounted on the camera by attaching it to the cameras hot shoe. You can also attach the flash to the flash bracket on the camera using the bracket cable (optional). Refer to the extemal flash's manual as well Functions available with external flash units Opéonalfiash | FL-50R | FL-50 | FL-36R | FL:36 FL20 RE | TF2 TTLAUTO, AUTO, MANUAL TITAUTO, TITAUTO, Flash control mode FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL AUTO, MANUAL MANUAL GN (Guidenumber) | GNSO(ES mm) | GN36(85 mm) à (50100) GN28(24 mm) _| GN20(24mm) | SN2065mm) | GNI | CN RC mode 7 — 7 — = = # The focal length ofthe lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 mm film camera) Q notes + The FL-40 optional flash cannot be used Using the external electronic flash | Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before tuming on the flashs power. & 1 remove the hot shoe cover by sliding it à in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration. + Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to avoid losing it. You can attach the shoe cover to the back ofthe eyepiece cover, which is attached to the strap. Put the shoe cover back on the camera afler removing the external flash 2 Attach the electronic flash to the hot shoe on the camera. + Ifthe lock pin is protruding, turn the shoe lock ring as far as itwill go in the direction opposite to LOCK. This will pull the lock pin back inside. 3 Tumonthe flash. + When the charge lamp on the flash lights up, charging is complete. + The flash will be synchronized with the camera at a speed of 1/180 sec. or less. 4 Select a flash mode. 5 Selectthe flash control mode. + TTL-AUTO is recommended for normal use. 6 Press the shutter button halfway. + Shooting information such as 150 Sensitivity, aperture value, and shutter speed is communicated between the camera and flash 7 Press the shutter button all the way.

| dr € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 80 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Notes + The built-in flash cannot be used when an external flash is attached to the hot shoe. Super FP flash Super FP flash is available with the FL-50R or FL-36R. You Super FP flash can use the Super FP flash even where normal flashes cannot be used with high shutter speed. Filkin flash shooting with the aperture open (such as in outdoor portrait shooting) is also possible with Super FP fash. For details, refer to the external flash's manual Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system Wireless flash shooting is possible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system. With this wireless flash system, you can take pictures using multiple wireless flashes and control the fiashes in three groups (A, B, and C). The butin flash is used to communicate between the camera and the external flashes. For details on using the wireless flash, see the manual ofthe extemal flash Wireless flash setup range Position the wireless flash so thatthe wireless sensor faces the camera. The setup range guidelines are as shown below. The range changes according to the surrounding environment.

n the emitted È flash Direction of the camera L_ Position the flash while referring to the “Wireless flash setup range”, and turn on the flash. 2 Press the MODE button on the flash to setitto RC mode, and setthe channel and group of the flash. 3 SetRC mode on the camera to [ON].

+ MENU » [6] » [RC MODE] » [ON]

+ The super control panel switches to RC mode. 80 + You can press the INFO button to switch the super control panel display.

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4 use the super control panel to setthe flash mode and other settings for each group. Flash intensity value Fe —— Groul j— Normal flash/Super FP flash . Selecttne flash 2009. 03.16 + Switch between normal flash control mode and Il 0090316 | and Super FP flash. adjustthe flash ET intensity individually — forgroups ,8,and À €. For MANUAL, selectthe flash intensity. Communication light level + Setthe communication light level to [HI], [MID], or [LO] ' LE ——— channel re control Hoai + Setthe communication channel to mode intensity the same channel used on the flash. Select a flash mode. + Red-eye reduction flash is not possible in RC mode. Press the # button to raise the built-in flash. After shooting preparations are completed, take some test shots to check the flash operation and images. Begin shooting while checking the charging completed indications of the camera and flash. © © ou Notes + Although there is no limitto the number of wireless flashes you can use, itis recommended 2 that each group have no more than three flashes to prevent flash malfunction due to mutual À interference. 4 & à + In RC mode, the buil-in flash is used to control the wireless flash. The builin flash cannot be d used for flash shooting in this mode. + For 2nd curain synchronizaton, setthe shutter speed and ant-shock settings to within a À seconds. Wireless flash shooting may not operate properiy when using a slower shutter speed or anti-shock setting. Using commercially available flashes You cannot use the camera to adjust the amount of light emitted from à commercially available flash except for a flash specified for use with this camera. To use à commercially available flash, connect itto the hot shoe. Set the camera's shooting mode to M. Non-specified commercial fiashes

1) Exposures when using a flash require that adjustments be made on the flash. If a flash is

used in the auto mode, match it with the number and ISO sensitivity settings on the camera

2) Even ifthe flash auto number and ISO sensitivity are set the same as on the camera, the

correct exposure may not be obtained depending on the shooting conditions. In such à case, adjustthe auto number or ISO on the flash or calculate the distance in the manual mode

3) Use a flash with an illumination angle that matches the focal length of the lens. The focal

length of the lens for 35 mm film is approximately twice as long as the focal length ofthe lenses designed for this camera

4) Do notuse a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that has additional communication

functions other than the specifed flashes, since it may not on fi to function normal, g but may also cause damage to the camera's circuitry.

7 2S Eee Page 82 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 Playback functions Single-frame/Close-up playback EE] The basic procedure for viewing pictures are as shown below. However, before using any ofthese functions, follow Step 1 below. You can setthe camera to automatically switch to single-frame playback mode after shooting. [&REC VIEW" (P. 93) À Press the [5] button (Single-frame playback). Fn button + The last recorded image appears INFO button + The LCD monitor turns off after more than 1 minute if no operations are performed. The camera will turn off automatically if there is no operation after 4 hours. Turn on the camera again. 2 use i‘; to select images you want to view. You can also tum the control dial to switch to © for close- up playback. : Displays the frame thatis … P18SS the INFO butlon LL stored 10 frames back ti & : Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames ahead 9 : Displays the next frame 8 : Displays the previous frame lose-up position playback) Press ©) to move the display {| ofthe close-up position. When [® FACE DETECT] (EP. 39) is setto [ON], à frame is displayed around a detected face. Press © to move the frame to another face. suopouny 1>eqKeld Press the Fn button

• Plays back the mage at a 10x magnified close-up position Press the INFO bution {Close-up frame-by-frame playback) + To exitthe playback mode, press the Press QQ to view frame-by- ©] button again PA frame close-ups. + Pressing the shutter button halfway When [@ FACE DETECT] resumes the shooting mode. is setto [ON], press © to move to another face in 7 close-up posibon. È + Press the INFO button to retum to close-up playback. PS $ A

S [1 7 j AF compensation value Benchmark image in the wide direction À 4 @ | rm et Page 83 Friday, February 20, 2009 11:34 AM S 4 Li box display You can view the playback image and another image together on the left and right sides of the monitor. This is useful i you want to compare images you recorded using bracketing. L press the [si] button during single-frame playback. + The frame being viewed is displayed on the left side of the monitor, and the next frame is displayed on the right side. The image is displayed atthe same magnification of the image being viewed. + The image on the left is the benchmark image. 2 Press i to select the image on the right. + You can protect, erase or copy the image on the right. 3 Press the ri button. + The camera retums to single-frame playback of the image on the left atthe magnification being viewed. AF compensation value during shooting [1 ar compensation AA — value in the telephoto direction {uhen [AF FOCUS AD) is set) Operations during + Pressing the © button replaces the image on the left with the image on the right and becomes the new benchmark image. + You can use the control dial to change the magnification of both images atthe same time. + Pressing the Fn button or INFO button allows you to move the position ofthe image on the right with the «C1 button. Pressing the Fn button or INFO button again allows you to move the positions of both images with the i2+ button. suopouny peqfeld (CR :Selects the right image € : Scrolls the right image ‘2h :S crolls both images in synchronization + You can also use the INFO button in te same way forts procedure. g3

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Index display/Calendar display This function lets you show several images on the monitor atthe same time. This is useful when you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image During single-frame playback, each time you turn the control dial toward C=3, the number of images shown changes between 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 and 100 pictures. & :Moves to the previous frame © :Moves to the next frame @ :Moves to the upper frame & :Moves to the lower frame + To retum to single-frame playback, turn the control dial to Q. (Single-fame playback) {trame index display) | " ETF FS ma MC : l

FREE = (Calendar display} (100-frame index display) suopouny 1>eqKeld Calendar display With the calendar, you can display images recorded on the card by date. If more than one image was taken on a single date, the image shot first on that date is displayed. Use 2 to select a date and press the © button to play back images for the selected date in single-frame dis play.

É à 7 A l En Page 85 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM S 4 Information display This allows you to display detailed information about the image. Luminance information can also be displayed with histogram and highlight graphs. INFO button Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired information is displayed. You can also switch the information displayed by tuming the control dial while pressing the INFO button. + This setng is stored and will be shown the next time the information display is called up. Image only Highlight} | Shadow display FES Hal Shooting information l TE PPS #Histogram Ithe bars in the histogram are be too bright.Ifthe bars are higher on the left, the image may be too dark. Compensate the exposure or shoot again. higher on the right, the image may Fl

Highlight&Shadow Over- or underexposed parts of the recorded image are displayed. Highlight (overexposed) parts wil be shown in red. Shadows (underexposed) parts will be shown in blue. ETIPS To quickly switch to the frequentiy used display:

Overall Histogram' display Histogram display Distribution of the brightness of the recorded image is displayed in à histogram {brightness component graph). — You can hide the information display for all modes except "Simplified display”. L& "INFO SETTING"(P. 101) suopouny peqfeld

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 86 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM This function displays images stored on the card one after another. Images are displayed one-by-one for about 5 seconds starting from the currently displayed image. Slideshow can be performed using index display. You can select the number of frames displayed during slideshow from 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 49 or 100. L menu Ge Use ®@ to select the number of frames displayed. 3 press the © button to startthe 4 Press the © button to stop the When selecting [4] Q notes + Ifthe slideshow is left running for about 30 minutes, the camera will tu off automatically. Rotating images This function lets you rotate images and display them vertically on the monitor during single- frame playback. This is useful when taking pictures with the camera held vertically. The images will automatically be displayed in the correct direction even if the camera is rotated. L'un Gt + When set to [ON], images shot vertically will be automatically rotated and displayed during playback. You can also press the 4 button to rotate and display the image. + The rotated image will be recorded on the card in that position. Original image before rotating

À d||@ À à gp te 20 S 4 Playback on TV Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV 1 rum the camera and TV off, and connect the video cable as illustrated. 2 Tum on the TV and setitto the video input mode. For details on switching to the video input mode, refer to the TV's manual. NS] 3 Tum the camera on and press the (5) ESS (playback) button. pe C3 button Video cable \@

= Video inputterminat Q notes + To connectthe camera to à TV, use the provided video cable. + Make sure that the camera's video output signal type is the same as the TV' video signal type. I'VIDEO OUT" (P. 100) + The camera's monitor turns off automatically when the video cable is connected to the camera + The image may appear off-center depending on the TV screen. Mult-connector 4 D — Editing still images Recorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Available editing functions depend on the image format (image record mode) A JPEG file can be printed as is without modification. À RAW fil, on the other hand cannot be printed as is. To print a RAW file, use the RAW edit function to convert the RAW data format to JPEG. Editing images recorded in RAW data format The camera performs image processing (such as white balance and sharpness adjustment) on images in the RAW data format, then saves the data to a new fil in the JPEG format. While checking recorded images, you can edit them to your liking Image processing is performed based on the current camera settings. Change the camera settings to suit your preferences before editing. suonouny peqfeld

À 4 @ æ | rm et Page 88 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA Editing images recorded in J PEG data format ISHADOW ADJ] Brightens a dark backit subject. IREDEYE FIX] Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting LH] Setthe timming size with the control dial and the timming position with the arrow pad [BLACK & WHITE] Creates black and white images. ISEPIA] Creates sepia-toned images. ISATURATION] _ Sets the color depth. Adjustthe color saturation checking the picture on the screen. LE] Converts the image file size to 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, or 320 x 240. Images with an aspect ratio other than 4:3 (standard) are converted to the closest image file size. IASPECT] Changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 (standard) to [3:2], [16:9], or (6:61. After changing the aspect ratio, use the arrow pad to specify the trimming position. MENU » [@]]» [EDIT] » [RAW/ PEG] Confimm the data format from here Use G£ to select an image, then press the © button. + The camera recognizes the image data format. + For images recorded in J PEG+RAW, a selection screen will appear, asking you which data to edit. The setting screen varies with the image data format. Select the item you want to edit and do the following steps.

JPEG EDIT RAW DATA EDIT

+ The edited image is saved as another image, apart from the original image. + To exitthe edit mode, press the MENU button. Q notes + Red-eye correction may not work depending on the image. Red-eye correction may affect other parts of the image, as well as the eyes. + Editing of a JPEG image is not possible in the following cases: When an image is recorded in RAW, when an image is processed on à PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera + When resizing (Ml) an image, you cannot select a larger number of pixels than was originally recorded 88 + Land [ASPECT] can only be used to edit images with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (standard).

l En Page 89 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 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.

1 MENU» > EDIT» IMAGE OVERLAY]

2 Selectthe number of frames to overlay and press the © button. 3 use 1‘: to select a frame and press the © button. + Repeatedly select images only for the number of frames selected in Step 2. 27 + To cancel your selection, press the © button again. IMAGE OVERLAY

4 Use G9 to select an image, then use ©® to select the gain for each image. Press the ©) IMAGE OVERLAY button. + Select from 0.1 to 2.0. + The displayed image changes as the gain is adjusted. 5 use © to select [YES], then press the © button. 7 TIPS To overlay 4 or more frames: > To overlay 4 or more frames, save the overlay image as à RAW file and use [IMAGE OVERLAY] repeatediy. Q notes + When the record mode is set to [RAW], the overlay image is saved as [EN+RAW]. + When selecting à frame to overlay, the ] PEG images for images recorded in | PEG4RAW are displayed.

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 90 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM suopouny 1>eqKeld Copying images This function lets you copy images to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be selected if both cards are inserted. The selected card is the Copying source. ES “CE)/ED)" (P. 106) Single-frame copy 1 pay back the image you wantto copy and press the CoPY/E button COPY/L button. Use & to select [YES], then press the © button. Copying selected frames This function lets you select multiple images and copy them all atthe same time during single-frame playback or index display. 1 oisplay the images you wantto copy and press the © Bution, ses y Py L COPY SELECT Ge + The selected images will be shown with @. + To cancel your selection, press the © button again. ES 2 Press i to display the next images you want to copy and press the © button. No 3 After you have selected the images to copy, press the COPY/L button. 4 use © to select [YES], then press the © button.

l dm € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 91 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Protecting images Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the single- frame or allframe erase function Single-frame protect Play back the image you want to protect and press the On On buton button. " + D] (protect mark) is displayed on the top right comer ofthe screen. To cancel the protection Display the images that are protected and press the On button. Protecting selected frames This function lets you select multiple images and protectthem all at the same time during single-frame playback or index display.

play the images you want to protect and press the © button. + The selected images wil be shown with w. + To cancel our selection, press the © button again. + During index display, press € to select the images you want to protect and press the © button. 2 Press {to display the next images you want to protect and press the © button. 3 After you have selected the images to protect, press the O-n button. Canceling all protections This function lets you cancel the protection of several images at one time

L MENU» (> IRESET PROTECTI

Use @& to select [YES], then press the © button. Q notes + Formatting the card erases all images even ifthey have been protected LE "Formatting the card” (P. 126) + Protected images cannot be rotated even when the button is pressed. suopouny peqfeld

l En Page 92 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Single-frame erase 1 oisplay the images you want to erase and press the Use & to select [YES], then press the © button. Erasing selected frames suopouny 1>eqKeld

MENU » [©] » [CARD SETUP]

Use ®& to select [ALL ERASE], then press the © button. Use & to select [YES], then press the © button. + All frames will be erased. To erase immediately: _ » you have set'QUICK ERASE" (ESP. 105) to [ON], pressing the 1 button will erase an image Lets you erase recorded images. You can select single-frame erase, which erases only the currently displayed image; al-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card or selected frame erase, which erases only the frames selected + When you perform all-frame or selected frame erase on images recorded using RAW+] PEG, both the RAW and JPEG images are erased. When using single-frame erase, you can select whether to erase the | PEG, RAW, or both RAW and | PEG images. L&r'RAW# PEG ERASE" (P. 105) + Protected images cannot be erased. Cancel protected images, then erase them. + Once erased, Images cannot be restored. Ur "Protecting images” (P. 91)

ff button This function lets you erase selected images at one time during single-frame playback or Display the images you want to erase and press the © button. + The selected images will be shown with a. + To cancel your selection, press the @ button again. + During index display, press (Ci to select the images you want to erase and press the © Press 1°) to display the next images you want to erase and press the © button. After you have selected the images to erase, press the 1] button. Use & to select [YES], then press the © button. » You can setthe initial position of the cursor to [ES]. ES "PRIORITY SET”(P. 105)

Setup functions Setup Menu Use the Setup Menu to setthe basic camera functions. ENG ENG. Fos ss REC VIEW ssec RÉCVEW [SSEC | EMENU DISPLAY | où MENU DISPLAY | ON EA'nmare FIRMWARE RACKsæS BACK+En SET+ OK] Use ®@& to select [f] then Use © to select a function, press Ô. then press 6, For details on using the menu lists, see “Setting on the menu” (LP. 22). @ (Date/time setting) EF P.15 € (Changing the display language) You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from ENGLISH to another language. IQ! (Monitor brightness adjustment) You can adjustthe brighiness and color temperature of the monitor. Color temperature adjustment will affect only the LCD monitor display during playback. Use @£ to switch between {: (color temperature) and 2% {brightness), and use & to adjust the value between (71-171 REC VIEW You can display the picture you have just taken on the monitor while itis being recorded to the card, and to select how long the picture is displayed. This is useful for making à brief check ofthe picture you have just taken. Pressing the shutter button hatñway while checking the picture lets you resume shooting immediately. HSEC]- [20SEC] Selects the number of seconds to display each picture. Can be setin units of 1 second. [OFF] The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed. IAUTOE] Displays the image being recorded, and then switches to playback mode. This is useful for erasing a picture after checking it.

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page %4 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM FIRMWARE Your products firmware version wi be displayed When you make inquiries about your camera or accessories or when you want to download software, you will need to state which version of each ofthe products you are using. Press Ô. Your products firmware version wil be displayed. Press the © button to retum to the previous screen. Resetting the camera settings in P, A, S, and M mode, current camera settings (including any changes you have made) are retained when the power is tumed off. To resetthe camera to the factory default settings, set[RESET]. You can register settings in advance to [RESET1] and [RESET2]. The camera settings at that time are registered in [RESET1] and [RESET2]. For details on the registered functions, refer to “Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Seting"([#P. 136). Registering [RESETIJIRESET2] I Menu MENU » [©] » [CUSTOM RESET] L_ select either [RESETVIRESET2] to register and press Ÿ. + Ifsettings have already been registered, [SET] is displayed next to [RESETIVIRESET2]. Selecting ISETI again overwries the registered setting. + To cancel the registration, select [RESET] 2 Select[SETI and press the © button. Using reset settings This resets the camera to the factory default settings. You can also resetthe camera to the IRESET1] or [RESET2] setting, IRESET] Resets to the factory default setings. For the default settings, see “Menu directory” (ESP. 137). IRESETIJIRESET2] Resets to the registered settings. I Menu MENU » [©] » [CUSTOM RESET] 1 Select{RESETI (RESETA], or (RESET2] and press button. RESET1 2 use © to select [VES], then press the © buton pe

Customizing your camera Use the Custom Menu to customize the shooting functions. The Custom Menu has 9 tabs (ŒN tof) that are divided according to the functions to be set. In the default setting, the Custom Menu is not displayed. To customize the functions, set £&, MENU DISPLAY] in the Setup Menu to [ON] to display the Custom Menu. (LEP. 23)

AF ILLUMINAT. The built-in flash can be set to function as an AF illuminator. This makes focusing easier in low-light conditions using AF mode. To use this function, raise the flash.

When set to [ON], during focusing with C-AF mode, this prevents the focus from changing 8

even ifthe distance to the subject suddenly changes. This is effective when shooting at a location where something passes in front of or behind the subject.

When setto [OFF], the AF target does not light in the viewfinder when the subjects in focus. AF SENSITIVITY You can setthe range ofthe AF target for focusing when [AF AREA] is setto [+]. INORMAL] The camera focuses using a range that is somewhat larger than the selected AF target. ISMALL] The camera focuses only within the selected AF target. When [SMALL] is selected, the setting display for [AF AREA] becomes [ - ]s. RESET LENS When set to [ON], this resets the focus of the lens (infinity) each time the power is tumed off. et +

À PS æ l En Page 96 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM BULB FOCUSING You can setthe camera to enable focus adjustments during bulb s hooting with MF ION] During exposure, you can turn the focus ring and adjust the focus IOFF] The focus is locked during exposure. FOCUS RING You can customize how the lens adjusts to the focal point by selecting the rotational direction ofthe focus ring. # BUTTON/DIAL DIAL FUNCTION You can also switch the operation ofthe control dial to the opposite of factory default settings: I in P mode you can adjustthe exposure compensation using the control dial and set the program shift using the control dial while holding down the For example, after setting [P]to E4 button. Mode Setting F button +7 p [Ps (progrm sn Program shift Exposure compensation Exposure compensation Program shift Aperure value Exposure compensation Exposure compensation Aperture value SHUTTER Shuter speed Exposure compensation 8 Exposure compensation Shuter speed SHUTTER Shutter speed Aperture value FNo. Aperure value Shutter speed DIAL DIRECTION speed/aperture value will increase or decrease. You can selectthe rotational direction of the control dial and the direction in which the shutter Setting | © (rotational direction ofthe di trotational direction of the dial) DIAL2 DIALA |: Sowershutier speed - Faster shutter speed ‘+ Open the aperture (#number is decreased) | + Close the aperture (numbers increased)

• Faster shutter speed Slower shutter speed + Close the aperture (numbers increased) _| + Open the aperture (number is decreased)

AEL/AFL 00 0 unifiedbook Page 97 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM You can use the AEL/AFL button to perform AF or metering operations instead of using the shutter button. Select the function of the button to match the operation when the shutter button is pressed Select [model] to [mode4] in each focus mode. (You can only select [mode4] in C-AF mode.) Shutter button function AEL/AFL button function Mode Halfpress Full press When holding down AELJAFL. En ExpoSure Fous Exposure Focus | Exposure IS-AF] model | S-AF Locked = = = Locked modez | S-AF = = Locked — Locked mode3 — Locked = — SF — IC-AF] model | C-AFstt | Locked Locked = = Locked mode2 | C-AF start = Locked Locked — Locked mode3 — Locked Locked — CAF start — mode4 — — Locked Locked | C-AF start — IMF] model = Locked = = = Locked modez — = = Locked — Locked mode3 — Locked = — SF — Basic operations Imode1] Imode2] Imode3] Imode4] For determining the metered exposure while focusing. AE lock is activated while pressing the AEL/AFL button, allowing you to adjustthe focus and determine the exposure separately. useful for shooting scenes with significant changes in lighting, such as on a stage. For focusing with the AEL/AFL button instead of the shutter button. Press the AEL/AFL button to focus, and press the shutter button fully to determine the exposure.

You can lock and maintain the exposure by pressing the AEL/AFL button. TON] Press the AEL/AFL button to lock and maintain the exposure. Press again to cancel the maintaining of the exposure IOFF] The exposure will be locked only while the AEL/AFL button is pressed (Fn) FUNCTION

For determining the exposure when you press the shutter button fully. This is B |

You can assign a function to the Fn button. IFn FACE DETECT] Press the Fn button to set[@ FACE DETECTI to [ON] and activate the optimal settings. Press again to set itto [OFF] E& “Using the face detection function” (P. 38), “@ FACE DETECT" (P. 101) IPREVIEWILIVE PREVIEW] (electronic) While holding down the Fn button, you can use the preview function. When set to ILIVE PREVIEW], pressing the Fn button automatically switches the camera to live view for a preview of the picture on the monitor. 07 ES ‘Preview function” (P. 47)

| dr € 00 0 unifiodbook Page 98 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM LOI Press the Fn button to acquire the WB value LE *S ettng the one-touch white balance” (P. 70) IC] HOME] Press the Fn button to switch to the registered AF home position. Press the button again to switch to the original AF target mode. 1f you turn off the camera while itis set to the AF home position, the original position wil not be stored LE Registering an AF target mode” (P. 59) [MF] Press the Fn button to switch AF mode to [MF]. Press the button again to switch to the original AF mode. RAW<:] Press the Fn button to switch from | PEG to J PEG4RAW or from J PEG4RAW to JPEG forthe record mode. You can change the record mode by tuning the control dial while holding down the Fn button. TEST PICTURE] Pressing the shutter button while pressing the Fn button enables you to check the picture you have just taken on the monitor without having to record the picture to the card. This is useful when you wantto see how a picture tumed out without saving it. [MY MODE] While holding down the Fn button, you can take pictures using the camera settings registered in the [MY MODE SETUP] LS MY MODE SETUP" (P. 98) IOFF] Does not allow function allocation.

You can store to frequentiy used settings as My Mode. You can select which My Mode setting to use in advance by following the steps under ‘Executing” below. To use My Mode, set [En] FUNCTION] to [MY MODE ] and hold down the Fn button while shooting. L& “Fn] FUNCTION"(P. 97) Registering

1) Select [MY MODE 1] or [MY MODE2] and press @.

2) Select [SET] and press the © button.

+ The current settings are registered in the camera. For details on the functions that can be registered to My Mode, refer to “Functions that can be registered with My Mode and Custom Reset Setting' (EP. 136). + To cancel the registration, select [RESET]. Executing

1) Select [MY MODE 1] or [MY MODE2] and press the © button.

2) Select IYES]and press the © button.

+ The selected My Mode is set. + When shooting, press the shutter button while holding down the Fn button BUTTON TIMER The direct button may remain selected even after itis released. BSECYISSECJI8SEC] The button remains selected during the number of seconds indicated. THOLD] The button remains selected until you press it again + Buttons that can be set with [BUTTON TIMER] 150, A. WB, $. 63, AF, 0)

You can switch the functions ofthe AEL/AFL button and the Fn button. When you select [ON], the AEL/AFL button wil function as the Fn button, and the Fn button will function as the AEL/AFL button + The setting also applies to the Fn button on the optional power battery holder when attached to the camera. FUNCTION You can set the function ofthe arrow pad. IOFF] To prevent malfunction, the functions assigned to the arrow pad will not be activated when the button is pressed ION] The functions assigned to the arrow pad will be activated. ICi]l You can use the arrow pad to select the position of the AF target. Selection is possible for a short time after the shutter button is pressed halfway and released. LE *Selecting the AF target mode and position” (P. 58) © FUNCTION Other functions can be assigned to the Œ/Ÿ)à button. = TS) LS *S equential shooting” (P. 61), “Selftimer shooting” (P. 62), “Remote control shooting” (P. 62) IAF AREA] LS "AF target selection” (P. 57) IAF MODE] ES *AF mode selection” (P. 55) IW8] LS ‘Selecting the white balance” (P. 68) IMETERING] LS “Changing the metering mode” (P. 48) uso] EF 150 sensitivity setting” (P. 52)

Normally, this camera does not release the shutter while the AF is operating or the flash is charging. f you want to release the shutter without waiting until these operations have complete, use the setting below. You can setthe release priority individually in AF mode. RLS PRIORITY S Sets release priority for S-AF mode EE P. 55 RLS PRIORITY C Sets release priority for C-AF mode EP. 56. © fps You can setthe number of pictures shot in one second when using sequential shooting with LŒiL] from [fps] to [fps]. et +

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VIDEO OUT You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV's video signal type. You will need to setthis when you want to connectthe camera to a TV and play back images in a foreign country. Make sure the correct video signal type is selected before connecting the video cable. If you use the wrong video signal type, recorded pictures wil not play back properiy on your TV. TV video signal types in major countries and regions Check the video signal type before connecting the camera to your TV. NTSC North America, J apan, Taiwan, Korea PAL European countries, China SLEEP After a specified period of time elapses with no operations being performed, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) to save battery power. After the super control panel is displayed for a specified period of time, the backlighttums off. After a specific period of time has further passed, the camera enters sleep mode. [SLEEP] lets you select sleep timer from ELMIN], C3MIN], [SMINI, or [LOMIN], [OFF] cancels the sleep mode. The camera activates again as soon as you touch any button (the shutter button, [] button, etc.). BACKLIT LCD (Backlight timer) To save battery power, after the super control panel is displayed for a specified period of time, the monitor backlight turns off and the monitor darkens. Select from [8SEC], [30SEC], or [MIN] for the time until the backlight tums off. [HOLD] sets the backlight to stay on. The monitor backlighttums on again as soon as you touch any button (the shutter button, arrow pad, etc.). 4h TIMER (Auto power off) You can setthe camera to turn off automatically if not operated for 4 hours. It will not turn off if this is set to [OFF]. USB MODE You can connectthe camera direct to a computer or printer with the provided USB cable. If you specify the device you are connecting to beforehand, you can skip the USB connection setting procedure normally required every time you connectthe cable to the camera. For details on how to connect the camera to either device, refer to “Connecting the camera to a printer" (EP. 112) and “Connecting the camera to a computer” (ESP. 116) AUTO] The selection screen for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. ISTORAGE] Allows you to transfer images to a computer. Also, selectto use the OLYMPUS Master software via PC connection. [MTP] Allows you to transfer images to a computer running Windows Vista without using the OLYMPUS Master software. ICONTROL] Allows you to control the camera from a PC using the optional OLY MPUS Studio

À 4 @ | dr € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 101 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM ] | LDEASY] Can be set when connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Pictures can be printed directly without using à PC. F&“Connecting the camera to a printer” (P. 112) LDCUSTOM] Can be set when connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. You can print out pictures with set number of prints, print paper and other settings. E “Connecting the camera to a printer” (P. 112)

During live view shooting, you can brighten the monitor for easier confirmation on the subject. LOFF] The subject is displayed on the monitor with the brighness level that is adjusted according to the exposure being set. You can shoot while confirming through the monitor in advance to get a picture that is to your liking The camera automatically adjusts the brightness level and displays the subject on the monitor for easier confirmation. The effect of the exposure compensation adjustments will not be reflected on the monitor. @ FACE DETECT When set to [ON], the camera will detect people‘s faces and automatically adjustthe focus there. EF “Using the face detection function” (P. 38) You can play back close-up images focusing on the subjects face. EF “Single-frame/Close- up playback” (P. 82) INFO SETTING Select the information displayed when the INFO button is pressed during live view or playback INFO] _ Sets whether to display or hide IMAGE ONLY], [OVERALL], [Gi], THIGHLIGHT&SHADOW] during playback. E “information display” (P. 85)

ONLY], [El [BB]. or [ER during live view. L&"Switching the information display” (P. 40) EXP/Æ/IS0 EV STEP You can selectthe EV step for exposure parameter seting, such as shutter speed, aperture value, or exposure compensation value, from [/8EV], [1/2 VI, or [LE VI].

AELMetering You can setthe metering mode when pressing the AEL/AFL button to lock the exposure. + [AUTO] performs metering in the mode selected under [METERING] 150 LFP. 52 ISO STEP You can selectthe EV step ofthe ISO sensitivity from [1/3E V] or [1EV] 101 S EN A LA SA et +

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eue» inof Buzaumsn> [ ISO-AUTO SET You can setthe upper limit and default ISO values when ISO is set to [AUTO]. THIGH LIMIT] This sets the upper limit of the ISO value that automatically changes. The upper limit can be set from 200 to 3200 in 1/3 EV increments. IDEFAULT] This sets the value to be normally used when the optimum exposure can be obtained The value can be set from 200 to 3200 in 1/3 EV increments ISO-AUTO You can setthe shooting mode in which the ISO [AUTO] setting is activated [P/A/S] The [AUTO] setting is activated in all shooting modes except M mode. When IAUTO] is selected in M mode, ISO 200 is set. LL] The [AUTO] setting is activated for all shooting modes. The ISO is automatically selected to obtain the optimal IS even in M mode BULB TIMER You can select the maximum time (in minutes) for bulb shooting. ANTI-SHOCK You can selectthe interval from the time the mirror is raised until the shutter is released from 1 to 30 seconds This diminishes camera shake caused by vibrations when the mirror moves. This feature can be useful in astrophotography and microscope photography or other photographic situations where à very slow shutter speed is used, and camera vibration needs to be kept to a minimum. Q notes + Ant-shock is added to the shooting functions individually (single-frame shooting, sequential shooting, selftimer shooting, and remote control shooting). LS “Sequential shooting” (P. 61)

CUSTOM #X-SYNC. You can setthe shutter speed that will be used when the flash fires. The speed can be set from 1/60 to 1/180 in 1/3 EV increments #SLOW LIMIT You can setthe slow limit of the shutter speed that will be used when the flash fires. The speed can be set from 1/30 to 1/180 in 1/3 EV increments E2+4 When set to [ON], it will be added to the exposure compensation value and flash intensity control will be performed

In AUTO or scene mode, the built-in flash pops up automatically in low light or backlight conditions. When setto [OFF], the builtin flash will not pop up automatically.

—+||e (£:3/COLOR/WB NOISE REDUCT. This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. With [NOISE RÉDUCT.], you can letthe camera reduce noise automatically to produce clearer images. When set to [AUTO], noise reduction wil be activated only when te shutter speed is slow. When setto [ON], noise reduction will always be activated. When set to [ON] When setto [OFF] or [AUTO] + Mhile noise reduction actiated, takes about tmice Îne usuel me to take à picture. + The noise-reduction process is activated after shooting. + The card access lamp blinks and [busy] is displayed on the viewfinder while noise reduction is operating. You cannot take more pictures until the card access lamp turns off. Q notes + During sequential shooting, [NOISE REDUCT .] is [OFF] automatically + This function may not work effectively with some shooting conditions or subjects. NOISE FILTER You can selectthe noise processing level. Use [STANDARD] for general use. [HIGH] is recommended during high sensitivity shooting wB LFP. 68 ALL You can apply the same compensation value to all the white balance modes at once. IALL SE The same compensation value applies to all WB modes. IALL RESET] The WB compensation value settings applied to each WB mode are all cleared at once. H you select [ALL SET]

1) Use 80 to select the color direction.

Releasing the AEL/AFL button takes a sample image. You can check the white balance you have adjusted. H you select [ALL RESET] DUse ®® t select[VES]. COLOR SPACE You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer. The first character in image flle names indicates the current color space. L&"FILE NAME” (P. 105) Pmdd0000.jpg ISRGB] Standardized color space for Windows. P:sRGB LAdobe RGB] Color space that can be set with Adobe Photoshop. Adobe RGB 103 En A

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eue» inof Buzaumsn> [ SHADING COMP. In some cases, the edges ofthe image may be shadowed due to the properties of the lens. The shading compensation function compensates by increasing brightness at the dark edge of the image. This function is especially useful when a wide-angle lens is used Q notes + This function is not available when à teleconverter or an extension tube is attached to the camera. + Athigher IS settings, noise in image edges may be conspicuous <- SET You can combine 3 image sizes and 4 compression rates Register 4 different combinations and register 4 combinations. Selectthe registered setting ofimage setings. with [] EL “Selecting the record mode” (P. 66) Setthe number SF DF N sr of pixels. + PIXEL COUNT | : [Marge BACK»ieù SET» (OK) Setthe compression rate. PIXEL COUNT You can setthe pixel size for the image size [09] and [8]. IMiddle] Select [3200 x 2400], [2560 x 1920], or [1600 x 1200] [Small] Select [1280 x 960], [1024 x 768], or [640 x 480]. ASPECT SHOOTING When the aspect ratio for shooting is set to a setting other than [4:3], select whether the setting is effective only when taking pictures using live view, or anytime when taking pictures using the viewfinder or live view ILVI The setting is only effective when taking pictures using live view. IALLI The setting is effective when taking pictures using the viewfinder or live view. Q notes + When taking pictures using the viewfinder, images are not timmed and are recorded with the aspect ratio information atthe time of shooting. During playback, images are displayed with à border based on the aspect ratio. + The aspect border is not displayed in the viewfinder. When taking pictures using the viewfinder, refer to the diagram to the right. Viewfinder

RECORD/ERASE QUICK ERASE You can erase the picture you have just taken immediately using the 1 button. [OFF] When the j button is pressed, the confirmation screen appears, asking you if you want to erase the picture. [ON] Pressing the ff button erases the picture immediately.

You can selectthe method to erase images recorded in RAW+ PEG. This function can only be used to erase one frame. UPEG] Erases all) PEG image files, leaving only the RAW image files IRAW] Erases all RAW image files, leaving only the | PEG image filles IRAWHPEG] Erases both image fill types. O notes + This function is effective only if deleting one frame. For all-frame erase or erasing selected frames, both RAW and JPEG will be erased regardless of this setting. FILE NAME When you take a picture, the camera assigns it a unique file name and saves itin a folder. File names are assigned as shown in the illustration below. Folder name 000 OLYMP

Al folders: Folder number (100 - 899) File name Pmd 40000 jpg A File number (0001 - 9999) | After taking 9999 pictures, the counter is reset Day (01-31) 9001 for the next picture, the folder number increments by 1 to name and create a new folder where ne next image (ile) is stored. Month (10, 11, 12 are Color space: numbered A, B, C) P:sRGB _ Adobe RGB [AUTO] Even when a new card is inserted, the folder numbers are retained from the previous card. Ifthe new card contains an image file whose flle number coincides with one saved on the previous card, the new card's file numbers start at the number following the highest number on the previous card. IRESET] When a new card is inserted, folder numbers start at 100 and file numbers start at 0001. f a card containing images is inserted, the flle numbers start at the number following the highest file number on the card PRIORITY SET You can customize the initial position of the cursor ([YES] or [NO] on the Erasing images or Formatting the card screen. 7 2S | rm et Page 105 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 |

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eue» inof Buzaumsn> [ dpi SETTING You can setthe resolution for printing images in advance. The set value is recorded on the card with the images IAUTO] Automatically set according to the image size. ICUSTOM] You can make the desired setting. Press Ÿ to display the setting screen CE] You can select which card to use when both a CompactFlash and xD-Picture Card are loaded EDIT FILENAME You can rename image flles to make them easier to identify and organize. The portion of the fllename that can be changed depends on the color space. L&"COLOR SPACE" (P. 103) SRGB : PmddO000.jpg AdobeRGB : _mdd0000.pg You can change the character to OFF, À -Z or0-9 à à UTILITY

You can disable the white balance sensor used to determine the light source during auto white balance. This is useful when the light source near the sensor and the light source iluminating the subject are different. AF FOCUS ADJ. You can use the AF sensorto fine-adjustthe focusing position to a range of 420 steps (-: closer, + toward co). Normally, there is no need to change this.

Fine-adjustthe AF default value and register the setting. You can also register the setting according to the lens. IOFF] ÀF focus adjustment is not performed. IDEFAULT DATA] Registers and applies all lens AF adjustment values not registered individually. ILENS DATA] Fine-adjusts the AF for each lens. You register the adjustment values for up to 20 lenses.

æ | rm et Page 107 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Q notes + Depending on the adjustment made, the lens may not focus toward the oo or near side. + When using à teleconverter, the teleconverter and lens are registered as a set. + Only Four Thirds lenses can be registered. IDATA LIST] This displays the lens information registered with ILENS DATA] from [SET AF DATA]. Select a lens from the list, and then check, delete, or edit the registration information. DATA LIST When the same lens is registered multiple times, the adjustment value forthe lens with a is applied Select which lens to use when the same lens is Selectthis to check, delete, or edit registered multiple times. the selected lens. aTPs To take pictures while slightly changing the AF adjustment value: — After fine-adjusting the adjustment value, press the shutter button and repeatedly take pictures before pressing the © button. Note the following when taking pictures to check the AF adjustment value. + Itis recommended that the record mode be set to a setting higher than [RN when taking pictures. + Be careful of camera shake, subject movement, and changes in the distance to the subject when taking pictures. + Itis recommended that you take à picture of a subject with strong contrast within approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) in the actual shooting environment (lighting and temperature). + Avoid taking pictures against backlight. To compare the difference in adjustment values: —> You can use light box display to compare adjustment values. The adjustment values are also displayed during light box display. Ur "Light box display” (P. 83) To register two types of adjustment values (with the focal point of the lens in front of and behind the subject): — You can register multiple adjustment values for the same lens. Select the adjustment value to be applied during shooting with the [DATA LIST] screen To register two ofthe same type of lens individually: —> You can individually register multiple numbers of the same type of lens. To specify and register AF targets, or to register the adjustment values for the and telephoto directions of the zoom: —> On the [LENS DATA SET] screen, press {) to make the following settings. + You can specify individual AF targets and adjust each AF target. Normally, the adjustment values for all AF targets are registered. + You can register different adjustment values for the wide and telephoto directions of the zoom. Normally, the adjustment value for the telephoto direction is registered.

CAE _4||[® 7 e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 108 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM / EXPOSURE SHIFT You can adjust the default value for optimal exposure for each metering mode according to your preference. This can be set in 1/6 EV increments ranging from -1.0 EV to +1.0 EV. Q notes + The exposure compensation can be set from -5.0 EV to +5.0 EV. Settng [EXPOSURE SHIFT] reduces the range of the direction in which the default value is adjusted + You cannot check the exposure shif value during shooting. To make normal adjustments to the exposure, perform exposure compensation. L"Exposure compensation" (P. 49)

You can change the timing when CÆ is displayed (lights up). Normally, there is no need to change this LE Viewfnder” (P. 6) Q notes + The battery check display is not a warming that the battery needs to be charged. When CÆ blinks, charge the battery. RASE You can replace KT (SPORT) and [#2] (NIGHT+PORTRAIT) on the mode dial with [[@3] {UNDERWATER MÂCRO) and [EÆ=]] (UNDER WATER WIDE) To use the camera for underwater shooting, use the optional underwater case

À 4 @ Eee Page 109 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA | Printing Print reservation (DPOF) Print reservation Printreservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time information) with the pictures stored on the card Pictures set with print reservation can be printed using the following methods DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settngs on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format. Printing using a DPOF-compatible photo lab You can print the pictures using the print reservation data. Printing using a DPOF-compatible printer Pictures can be printed directiy from a dedicated printer without using a PC. For more details, refer to the printer's manual. À PC card adapter may also be necessary. Notes D + DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes using the original device. Moreover, setting new DPOF reservations using this camera will erase the previous reservations set by another device. + Notall functions may be available on all printers or at all photo labs. + RAW data are not printable.

00 0 unifiedbook Page 110 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 3 press 00 to select the frame that you want to set s printreservation, then press @@ to setthe number of prints. + To set print reservation for several pictures, repeat this step. 4 Press the © button when you have finished. + The menu screen for single-frame reservation appears. 5 Selectthe date and time format and press the © button. INOJ The pictures are printed without the date and time. IDATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date. [TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time. 6 select [SETI and press the © button.

Applies printreservation to all the pictures stored in the card. The number of prints is fixed at 1 1 menu» 10) 2 Select [£]and press the © button. 3 Selectthe date and time format and press the © button. INOJ The pictures are printed without the date and time. IDATE] The pictures are printed with the shooting date. [TIME] The pictures are printed with the shooting time. 4 Select [SET] and press the © button.

| dr € 00 0 unifiedbook Page 111 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Resetting the print reservation data You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures L menu» Go) Resetting the print reservation data for all pictures 2 select [or [and press the © button. Select [RESETI and press the © button.

PRINT ORDERED RESET KEEP BACK+&ES SET+OK) Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture Select LD;] and press the © button. Select [KEEP] and press the © button. Use 9 to select the frame with print reservation data you want to reset, then press & to setthe number of prints to 0. Press the © button when you have finished. Selectthe date and time format and press the © button. + This setting is applied to all frames with print reservation data.

Select [SET] and press the © button. SP Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directiy. To find out f your printer is compatible with PictBridge, refer to the printers manual Fesnne Ho | The standard that enables digital cameras and printers made by different manufacturers to

be connected, and also allows pictures to be printed direct from the camera: STANDARD Al printers that support PictBridge have standard print settings. By selecting [STANDARD] on the settings screens (EP. 113), you can print pictures according to these setngs. For details on your printer standard settings, refer to the printer's manual or contactthe printer manufacturer. + The available print modes and settings such as paper size vary with the type of printer. For details, refer to the printer's manual + For details on printing paper types, ink cassettes, etc. refer to the printer's manual. Q notes + Use a fully charged battery for printing. + Images recorded in RAW data cannot be printed. + The camera will not enter sleep mode while itis connected to the USB cable. 1: à “fe

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Use the provided USB cable to connectthe camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. 1 rumthe printer on and connectthe camera's multi-connector to the printer's USB port with the USB cable. + For details on how to turn the printer on and the position ofthe USB port, refer to the printers manual. Mult-connector 2 Tumonthe camera. + The selection screen for the USB connection is displayed. 3 use {to select[EASY PRINT] or [CUSTOM PRINTI. H you select [EASY PRINT] + Go to Easy printing (er P. 112) H you select [CUSTOM PRINT] + IONE MOMENT] is displayed and the camera and printer are connected. Go to “Custom printing" (ESP. 113) SET» OK) Q notes + Ifthe screen is not displayed after à few minutes, disconnect the USB Cable and start again from Step 1. USB STORAGE NTP CONTROL CUSTOM PRINT Easy printing À use O9 to display the pictures you wantto print on the camera.

• Display he image you want to print on the camera and pm connect the camera with à printer using à USB cable. The screen on the right appears shortiÿ. 2 Press the 0 (print) button. + The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use BÛ to select the image and press the 0 button. + To exit, unplug the USB cable from the camera while the picture selection screen is displayed

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Selecting the print mode Selectthe type of printing (print mode). The available print modes are as shown below APCE LPRINT] Prints selected pictures. MULTI PRINT TALL PRINTI Prints allthe pictures stored in the ALL INDEX can and makes one prier each PRINTORDER IMULTI PRINT] … Prints multiple copies ofone image in (ELLE SET OR À Separate frames on a single sheet [ALL INDEX] Prints an index of all the pictures Follow the operation guide displayed stored in the card here [PRINT ORDER] Prints according to the print reservation you made. If there is no picture with print reservation, this is not available. (ESP. 109) Setting the print paper items This setting varies with the type of printer. If only the printers STANDARD setting is available, you cannot change the setting. ISIZE] Sets the paper size that the printer PRINTPAPER supports. IBORDERLESS]Selects whether the picture is printed on the entire page or inside a blank frame. SIZE BORDERLESS EUTEUTR, STANDARD. BACK+ES SET+ OK) IPICS/SHEET] Selects the number of pictures per sheet Displayed when you have PRINTPAPER selected [MULTI PRINT]

sTaNDARD DT BACK> ES SET+OR) Selecting pictures you want to print Select pictures you want to print, The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away. IPRINT] (OK) Prints the currently displayed picture. Ifthere is à picture that F ISINGLE PRINT] reservation has already been applied to, only that reserved picture will be printed. ISINGLE PRINT] (Œ)) Applies print reservation to the current displayed picture. f you want to apply reservation to other pictures after applying [SINGLE PRINT], use GÜ) to select them. [MORE] (Œ)) Sets the number of prints and other items for the current displayed picture, and whether or not to printit. For operation, refer to "Setting printing data” (LS P. 114) in the next section. SELECT #00 SINGLEPRINT #0 MORE #E

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Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or flle name on the picture when printing. When the print mode is set to [ALL PRINT] and [OPTION SET] is selected, the following screen appears. en] Sets the number of prints. IDATE] Prints the date and time recorded on the picture. [FILE NAME] Prints the fille name recorded on the picture. t#1 TTrims the picture for printing. 5 et the timming size with the control dial and the timming position with the arrow pad. Once you have setthe pictures for printing and printing data, select [PRINT], then press the © button. LPRINT] ICANCEL] Transfers images you print to the printer. Resets the setngs. All print reservation data wil be lost. If you want to keep the print reservation data and make other Settings, press the MENU button. This returs you to the previous setting, + To stop and cancel printing, press the © button. LCONTINUE] Continues printing. ICANCEL] Cancels printing. AIl print reservation data will be lost. BACK+EES PRINT INFO DATE FILE NAME WITHOUT WITHOUT

À d||@ D à nt oi Ra 22 5:18PM S 4 | Using the OLYMPUS Master software Flowchart Just connectthe camera to a computer with the USB cable and you can easily transfer images stored on the card to the computer with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. Things to prepare + OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM + Computer that fufflls the operating + USB cable environment (For the required operating environment, refer to the OLYMPUS Master installation guide.) Installing OLYMPUS Master {Refer to the installation guide included with the OLYMPUS Master)

[Connecting the camera with your computer using the provided USB cable (15 P.116) ]

[Starting OLYMPUS Master uFP.17) |

[Saving pictures to your computer WFP.117) |

[Pisconnectng the camera from your computer CU | Using the provided OLYMPUS Master softwa What is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is an image management program with viewing and editing features for pictures taken with your digital camera. Once installed on your computer, you can take advantage of the following Transferring images from the camera or © Correcting images using filter and SreMyOS SEM SNNA TO Sup BUISN removable media to your computer correction functions ‘+ Viewing images © Editing images You can also enjoy slideshows and sound You can rotate, trim or change the image size. playback. © A variety of printing formats You can organize images into albums or © Updating the camera firmware folders. Transferred images are automatically € Develo; organized by shooting date, allowing you to quickly find the particular images you want. 9 RAW images For information about OLYMPUS Masters other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to “Help'”in OLYMPUS Master sofaware.

7 2S l En Page 116 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM S 4 Connecting the camera to a computer Connect the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable. 1 use the provided USB cable to connectthe computer's USB portto the camera's multi-connector. + The location ofthe USB port varies with the computer. For details, refer to your computer manual Look for this mark

+ When you connect the camera to the computer for the firsttime, the computer automatically recognizes the camera. Click “OK” when the message Saying that the installation is completed appears. The computer recognizes the camera as a "Removable Disk =" Macintosh + iPhoto is the default image management application for Mac OS. When you connect your Olympus digital camera for the first time, iP hoto will start up automatically. Close iP hoto and start OLYMPUS Master. Notes + When the camera is connected to the computer, none ofthe camera buttons are functional. USB port USB cable Smaller terminal & 2 Setthe camera's ONOFF suitch to ON. ë + The selection screen for the USB connection is USE 8 displayed. STORAGE $ 3 press @@ to select [STORAGE]. Press the © MTP Ë button. CONTROL $ 4 The computer recognizes the camera as a new EASY PRINT Ë device, CUSTOM PRINT Ë Windows SET+OK)

kthe “OLYMPUS Master 2” icon A on the desktop. k the “OLYMPUS Master 2” icon #% in the “OLYMPUS Master 2” + The browse window is displayed. + When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the OLYMPUS Master initial setting screen and user registration screen are displayed before the browse window. Follow the on-screen instructions: To exit OLYMPUS Master L cick “Exit” [X] on any window. + OLYMPUS Master is exited. Displaying camera images on a computer Downloading and saving images L cick“Transfer Images” then click “From Camera’ : + The window for selecting the pictures you want to transfer from the camera is displayed. Al the images in the camera are displayed. on the browse window, and 4 D — 2 Select “New Album” and enter an album name. 3 Selectthe image files and click “Transfer Images”. + À window indicating that the download is complete is displayed

4 ciick “Browse images now”. 10 + The downloaded images are displayed in the browse window. Disconnecting the camera from your computer SreMyOS SEM SNNA TO Sup BUISN 1 make sure thatthe card access lamp has stopped linking.

|| 4 @ æ | rm et Page 118 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SA & d SA @ 2 Prepare to remove the USB cable. Windows

1) In the system tray, click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware"

2) Click On the pop-up message.

3) Click “OK” on the "Safe to Remove Hardware” window.

Sp UT Ms orage Dev Dre) l Macintosh D) The trash icon changes to the eject icon when the Untitled” or "NO_NAME”icon on the desktop is dragged. Drag and drop it on the eject icon. Unplug the USB cable from the camera. Q notes + For Windows users When you click “Unplug or Eject Hardware”, a waming message may be displayed. In such

case, make sure that no image data is being downloaded from the camera, and thatthere are n0 applications open that were accessing the camera image files. Close any such applications and click "Unplug or Eject Hardware” again and then remove the cable. Ÿ Viewing still images

Click the “Album” tab on the browse window and select Thumbnail the album that you want to view. + The selected album image is displayed in the thumbnail area Double-click the still picture thumbnail that you want to view. + OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit window and the picture is enlarged + Click "Bacl to return to the browse window.

À d||@ À à gt a 0 S 4 | Transferring images to your computer OLYMPUS Master 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. This can be done even without using OLYMPUS Master, The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows _: 2000 Professional XP Home Edition/XP P rofessional/Vista Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later Notes D + If your computer is running Windows Vista, select [MTP] in Step 3 on page 116 to use Windows Photo Gallery. + Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer is equipped with à USB port + Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc. + Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers hout using SreMyOS SEM SNNA TO Sup BUISN

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Shooting tips and maintenance Shooting tips and rmation The camera does notturn 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 declines in low temperatures, and the charge may not be sufficient to turn on the camera. Remove the battery and warm itby putting it in your pocket for à while. No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed The camera has turned off automatically + To save battery power, if there is no operation, the camera goes into sleep mode after a fixed period of time and the camera stops operating. The camera activates again when you touch the Shutter button or any other button. The camera will turn off automatically if there is no further operation for 4 hours. The camera will not work until itis tumed back on. UF "SLEEP" (P. 100), "Ah TIMER (Auto power off)" (P. 100) The flash is charging + When the flash is activated and the & symbol in the viewfinder is blinking, this indicates that the flash is charging. Wait for the blinking to stop, then press the shutter button. Unable to focus + When the AF confirmation mark in the viewfinder is blinking, it indicates that the camera is unable to focus using AF. Press the shutter button again. 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 notallowed. You can set [NOISE REDUCT.]to [OFF] L"NOISE REDUCT."(P. 103)

The date and time has not been set The camera is used with the settings at the time of purchase + The date and time of the camera is not set when purchased. Set the date and time before using the camera. ISF "Setting the date/time” (P. 15) The battery has been removed from the camera + The date and time settings will be retumed to the factory default settings if the camera is left without the battery for approximately 1 day. The settings will be cancelled more quickly ifthe battery was only loaded in the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking important pictures, check thatthe date and time settings are correct.

l En Page 121 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Subjects that are difficult to focus on It may be difficult to focus with auto focus in the following situations. AF confirmation mark is

Binéns ZS, These subjects are not f V4 focused. ue | Subject with low contrast … Excessively brightlight in center of frame AF confirmation mark Subject with repeated pattems lights up butthe subject es is not focused. | Re — L. \ —èse— a) Subjects atdiferent Fastmovingsubject Subjectnotinside distances AF area In any situation, focus on something with high contrast that is atthe same distance as the subject, determine the composition and shootthe picture. EE “Focus lock — If correct focus cannot be obtained” (P. 60) Image taken appears whitish This may occur when the picture is taken in backlight or semi-backlight conditions. This is due to à phenomenon called flare or ghosting. As far as possible, consider a composition where strong light source is nottaken in the picture. Flare may occur even when a light source is not present in the picture. Use a lens hood to shade the lens from the light source. If a lens hood does not have effect, use your hand to shade the lens from the light. + EF ‘interchangeable lenses” (P. 128) Unknown bright dotis) appear on the subject in the picture taken This may be due to stuck pixel (s) on the image pickup device. Perform [PIXEL MAPPING]. If the problem persists, repeat pixel mapping à few times. E3 Pixel mapping — Checking the À image processing functions” (P. 125) Functions that cannot be selected from menus Some items may not be selectable from the menus when using the arrow pad. + Items that cannot be set with the current shooting mode + Items that cannot be set because of an item that has already been set: Combination of [h] and [NOISE REDUCT.] etc. Cannot use the Imager AF Imager AF is available only when using compatible lenses. For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visitthe Olympus website Camera vibration when the power is turned off This is due to the camera initializing the image stabilizer mechanism. Without this initialization, the image stabilizer may not be able to achieve the proper effect. Set functions are restored to their factory default settings When you rotate the mode dial or turn off the power in a shooting mode other than P, A, S, or M, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings.

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Error codes BE | EE Possible cause Corrective action Normal The card is notinserted, or | Insert a card or insert a indication it cannot be recognized. | different card NO CARD Insert the card again. Ifthe There is a problem with the | problem persists, format the [at d € card. card. Ifthe card cannot be CARD ERROR formatted, it cannot be used. The card has been setto read- Writing to the card is only setting with the computer. Ed 8 prohibited. Reset the card with the WRITE PROTECT computer. The card is full. No more pictures can be taken or no Martins Gé 0 EU Danereservadon can be + Before erasing, download Du important images to à PC. There is no space inthe | Replace the card orerase card and print reservation | unwanted pictures. No indication or new images cannotbe _ | Before erasing, download A CARD FULL | recorded. important images to a PC. SP + Select [xD CARD CLEAN], u press the © button and tum offthe camera. Remove the È card and wipe dry the & | No indication 20-Picture Cards cannot | MEtalE surface wi a soft & be read oris notformated. |, Oct IFORMATI» [YES] 3 and then press the © button È to formatthe card. Formatting the card erases all data on È the card There are no pictures on | The card contains no pictures. 4 No indication the card Record pictures and play back.

The selected picture 11 cannot be displayed for Use image processing software No indication playback due to à problem | to view the picture on à PC. with this picture. Orthe | Ifthat cannot be done, the PICTURE ERROR | picture cannot be used for | image file is damaged. playback on this camera. Pictures taken with another No indication | THEIMAGE | camera cannot be edited | USE IM2ge processing software CANNOTBE | onthis camera. pi EDITED SN EN

l En Page 123 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Viewfinder Monitor RES | ee Possible cause Corrective action Turn off the camera and wait Êc/F for the internal temperature to cool. Extended use of live view or sequential shooting has | 1 No indication ait a moment for the camera Internal camera | nCreased the internal to turn off automatically. Allow temperature of the camera temperature is too pe [the internal temperature of the high. Please wait camera to cool before for cooling before resuming operations. camera use. £ Ts The card coveris open. | Close the card cover. Lar d of] caRD-cOVER P OPEN No indication Le) The battery is drained. Charge the battery. EMPTY The camera is not No indication (Oh connected to the computer | DiSconnect ne camera and nd Gr printer correctÿ. connect it again correct. CONNECTION No indication = mie no paperinthe | Load some paper in the printer. NO PAPER The printer has run outof | Replace the ink cartridge in the No indication ink printer. NOTNK No indication A, The paper is jammed. Remove the jammed paper. JAMMED The printers paper cassette has been Do not manipulate the printer SETTINGS | removed or the printer has Noindicaton | CHANGED been manpuated unie | "le making setings on the making settings on the : camera. Turn off camera and printer. There is a problem with the | Check the printer and remedy No indication printer andfor camera. any problems before turning PRINTERROR the power on again. Pictures recorded on other No indication cameras may not be sea personal compuler to CANNOT PRINT | printed on this camera pri sueur pue sdn Sunooys

Camera maintenance Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Tum off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera Exterior: + Wipe gentiy with à soft cloth. lfthe 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 atthe beach, use à cloth soaked in clean water and well wrung, Monitor and viewfinder: + Wipe gently with à soft cloth. Lens, mirror and focusing screen: + Blow dust off the lens, mirror and focusing screen with a commercial available blower. For the lens, wipe gent with a lens cleaning paper. Storage + When not using the camera for a prolonged period, remove the battery and card. Store the camera in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated + Insertthe battery periodically and testthe cameras functions: Cleaning and checking the image pickup device This camera incorporates a dust reduction function to keep dust from getting on the image pickup device and to remove any dust or dirt from the image pickup device surface with ultrasonic vibrations. Dust reduction is activated when the ON/OFF switch is setto ON and when starting and stopping live view. The dust reduction function operates at the same time as the pixel mapping, which checks the image pickup device and image processing circuity. TT 4 Since dust reduction is activated every time the camera's power is tumed on, the camera

should be held upright for the dust reduction function to be effective. The SSWF indicator blinks while dust reduction is working EF "SSWE indicator" (P. 14) Q notes + Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or à chemically treated cloth. + Avoïd storing the camera in places where chemicals are treated, in order to protect the camera from corrosion. + Mold may form on the lens surface ifthe lens is left dirty. + Check each part of the camera before use ifit has not been used for a long time. Before taking important pictures, be sure to take à test shot and check that the camera works properiy. 7 2S | rm et Page 124 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM > |

ni + Never put the mechanical blower behind the lens mount. Ifthe power turs off, the shutter l À À | æ& @ 3 e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 125 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 Cleaning mode — Removing dust If dust or dirt gets on the image pickup device, black dots may appear in the picture. Contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to have the image pickup device physically cleaned. The image pickup device is a precision device and is easily damaged. When cleaning the image pickup device yourself, be sure to follow the instructions below. If power runs out during cleaning, the shutter will close, which may cause the shutter curtain and mirror to break. Keep an eye on the remaining battery power. L_ Remove the lens from the camera, and setthe ON OFF switch to ON. (PIXEL MAPPING

MENU » [®,] > [1] » [CLEANING MODE]

Press (), then press the © button. EXT. WB DETECT | ON + The camera enters the cleaning mode. lAF FOCUS AD). Press the shutter button all the way. EXPOSURE SHIFT + The mirror goes up and the shutter curtain opens (CAWARNING LEVEL] 40 Clean the image pickup device. + Carefully blow off any dust on the surface of the image Pickup device by using à mechanical blower (commercially available). Be careful not to catch the mechanical blower in the shutter curtain when turning the power off to finish cleaning. + Ifthe camera tums off, the shutter curtain closes, causing the mirror to fall A 1 BR WN Notes + Be careful not to let the mechanical blower (commercially available) touch the image pickup device. Ifthe blower touches the image pickup device, the image pickup device will be damaged. closes, breaking the shutter curtain. + Do notuse anything other than the mechanical blower. Ifhigh-pressure gas is sprayed onto the image pickup device, itwil freeze on the image pickup device’s surface, damaging the image pickup device.

Pixel mapping — Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjustthe 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 correctiy. L MENU» 1e)» > (PIXEL MAPPING] Press ), then press the © button. + The IBUSY] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress. When pixel mapping is finished, the menu is restored. Q notes + If you accidentally turn the camera off during pixel mapping, start again from Step 1. spueuureu pue sdn Bupooys

7 2S Eee Page 126 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 | Information Card basics Usable cards “Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. This camera can use CompactFlash, Microdrive or xD-Picture Card (optional) CompactFlash Microdrive xD-Picture Card A CompactFlash is a large- À Microdrive is a medium that An xD-Picture Card is a capacity solid state flash uses à large-capacity compact … recording medium used mainly memory card. You can use hard disk drive. You can use à in compact cameras. commercially available cards. Microdrive that supports CF+Type Il (CompactFlash extension standard).

Precautions when using a Microdrive À Microdrive is a medium that uses a compact hard disk drive. Because the disk drive rotates, a Microdrive is not as resistant to vibration or impact as other cards. Special care is needed when using a Microdrive (especially during recording and playback) to make sure the camera is not subjected to shock or vibrations. Be sure to read the following precautions before using à Microdrive. 7 Also, refer to the manuals provided with your Microdrive + Be very careful when puting the camera down during recording. Place it gent on a firm surface. + Do not use the camera in places subject to vibrations or excessive shock, such as at a construction site or in a car while driving along a bumpy road + Do not take a Microdrive close to areas where it may be exposed to strong magnetism. + The Microdrive may not function correctiy under low air pressure conditions, like in altitudes of 3,000 m (9,843 ft) and higher. Q notes + The data in the card will not be erased completely even after formatting the card or deleting the data. When discarding, destroy the card to prevent leakage of personal information. Formatting the card Non-Olympus cards or cards formatted on à computer must be formatted with the camera before tney can be used. All deta stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted. When formatting a used card, confirm there are no images that you stil want to keep on the card

L MENU» 161» [CARD SETUP]

[al uopeuuoqui WU NI Use ®& to select [FORMAT] then press the © CARD'SETUR button. Use © to select[YES] then press the © button. ALL ERASE + Formatting is performed. FORMAT TIPS When inserting cards into the two card slots: BACK»ŒS SET+ OK) 126 Selectthe card to be used in [C/E] 5" &D(P. 106) A A

À d||@ À à ag S 4 | Battery and charger Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery (BLS-1). Other batteries cannot be used. ‘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. + Using live view + Displaying images on the LCD monitor for a prolonged period. + When connected to a computer or printer. ‘When using a drained battery, the camera may turn off without the low battery warning being displayed ‘The battery will not be fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery using the provided charger (BCS-1) before use. ‘+ The normal charging time using the provided charger is approximately 3 hours 30 minutes (estimated). ‘ Do notuse chargers other than the one designated Q notes + There is à risk of explosion ifthe battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type. Dispose of the used battery following the instructions. E# "Battery Handling Precautions” (P. 146) Power battery holder (HLD-5) Atraching the power battery holder to the camera will enable prolonged use ofthe camera. To attach the power battery holder to the camera, remove the battery compariment cover from the camera by pressing it in the direction of the arrow. 4 D — Using your charger abroad ‘The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60Hz) around the world. However, depending on the country or area you are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differentiy and the charger may require a plug adapter to match the wall outlet. For details, ask at your local electrical shop or travel agent. «Do notuse commercially available travel adaptors as the charger may malfunction

l En Page 128 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 1 hangeable lenses Select the lens that you want to shoot with Use a specified Four Thirds lens (Four Thirds mount). When a non-specified lens is used, auto focus and light metering will not function correct. In some cases, other functions may not work either. FOUR THIRDS mount Developed by Olympus as the lens mount standard for the Four Thirds system. These all-new interchangeable lenses featuring the Four Thirds mount were developed from the ground up based on optic engineering exclusively for digital cameras: ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses Four Thirds system interchangeable lens are designed to withstand rigorous professional use. The Four Thirds system makes it possible for a fastens to be compact and lightweight as well Focal length and depth of field of Four Thirds system lenses When compared to 35-mm cameras, Four Thirds system cameras achieve different effects at the same focal length and aperture. Focal length Atthe same focal length of a 35-mm camera, a Four Thirds system camera can achieve à focal length equivalent to twice that of a 35-mm camera. This enables the design of compact telephoto lenses. À 14-50 mm Four Thirds system lens, for example, is equivalent to a 28- 100 mm lens for a 35-mm camera + When the image angle of Four Thirds system lens is converted to that of a 35-mm camera, the perspective is the same as that of a 35-mm camera. Depth of Field A Four Thirds system camera can achieve a depth of field equivalent to to times deeper than that of a 35-mm camera. À Four Thirds system lens with #2.0 brightness, for example, is equivalent to f4.0 when converted to the aperture of a 35-mm camera + You can achieve the same amount of background blur as if you were using a 35-mm camera Q notes + 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 + Do not remove the body cap or attach the lens in dusty places: + Do not point the lens attached to the camera toward the sun. This may cause the camera to malfunction or even ignite due to the magnifying effect of sunlight focusing through the lens. + Be careful notto lose the body cap and rear cap. + Attach the body cap to the camera to prevent dust from getting inside when no lens is attached.

| rm et Page 129 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications = Names of parts Hood mount section Filter mount thread Zoom ring @ Focus ring Mount index Electrical contacts Front cap Rear cap (@) Lens hood M Attaching the hood M Storing the hood | p ) + Use the hood when shooting a backlit subject + The lens hood cannot be atiached to the 17.5 - 45 mm lens

l En Page 130 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM uopeuuoqui = Main Specifications

diameter Items 17.545 mm 14-42 mm 40-150 mm 25 mm Mount FOUR THIRDS mount Focal length 17.5 -45 mm 14-42 mm 40-150 mm 25 mm Max aperure 85-56 85-56 m-56 R8 Image angle 63-27 759-299 30°-82° ar T groups, 8 groups, 9 groups, 4 groups, Lens configuration Tlenses 10 lenses 12lenses 5 lenses Muïilayer fim coating (partally single layered) Is control 85-22 85-22 n°2 28-22 Shooting range 028m-00 025m-00 09m-00 02m-00 Focus adjustment AFIME switching Vannes Rood n0q 1509 209 59 Dimensions {Max. diameter x overall | o71x70mm | 0655 x61mm | 0655x72mm | 064 x23.5mm length) Lens hood mount = Bayonet Screwrin type Fiter mount thread 32 mm 5e mm Boum Can be used with the optional EX-25 extension tube under the following conditions The focus adjustment when EX-25 is used will be MF Magnification Lens, focal length Shooting range { X: Calculated based on 35 mm film camera

17.5 mm | SMoingis not possible since subjects cannot be brought int focus at

this focal length 17545 mm [7728 mm 15.1 cm -15.9 cm U89-1.16K(1.78- 2.32%) 45 mm 18.4 cm - 22.4 cm 057-091(1.14- 1.82%) 1ämm —[SMoDingis not possible since subjects cannotbe brought int focus at this focal length 14-42 mm 25 mm 33cm 1.02% (2.08% 42 mm 16.2 cm -17.3 cm D1-0.60x(1.22- 1.38%) 40 mm 19.0 cm - 20.4 em 0.61-0.70x(1.22 - 1.40%) 40-150 mm | 80mm 28.0 cm- 40.6 cm 0.32 - 0.48x (0.64 - 0.96%) 150 mm 480cm-118.8 cm 017-039x(0.34- 078%) 25 mm 25 mm dem 12cm CB -1.17x (1.96 - 2.34%) M Storage Precautions + Clean the lens after use. Remove dust and dirt on the surface ofthe lens with a blower brush or brush. Use commercially available lens cleaning paper to remove the dirt on the lens. Do notuse organic solvents. + Always cap the lens and store itwhen it is not used. + Do not store in an area with insect repellent. @ notes on Shooting + Edges of pictures may be cut off if more than one filter is used or if a thick fier is used.

PS À À à ag 0 S 4 | Program line diagram (P mode) In the P mode, the camera is programmed such thatthe aperture value and shutter speed are automatically selected according to the subjects brighiness as shown below. The program line diagram varies with the type of lens mounted. — when using the SAN BS SAONE SEA LEA LEE LES QO 2B QNV EV 1-42 mmB5-56 nee z00m lens él {focal length: 14 mm) F2 Program shift F6

à J | & KP e 00 O unifiedbook Page 132 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM N 44 PS À SA NZ Exposure warning display Ifthe optimum exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfay, the display wil blink in the viewfinder and on the super control panel Shooting | Warning display 5 mode | example (blinking) An | | The subject is too dark. + Increase the ISO sensitivity. NA 2 Use the fash - Bates - PINZIN P i I The subjectis too bright. + Decrease the ISO sensitivity \I Al, 2 Use à Commercial available — VooaF22 - ND filter for adjusting the ZIVIN amount of light) 1 The subjectis underexposured. | + Decrease the aperture value. 4, 2 increase the 150 senahvity - 30F55 FIN A i The subjectis overexposured. | + Increase the aperure value. Al + Decrease the 150 sensitivity or _n00e58 des conmercals avalable AN ND filter (for adjusting the amount of light}. [ The subject is underexposured. | + Setthe shutter speed slower. A \l/ 2 Increase he 150 sensviy » > “oo F2 - > LIN S i The subjectis overexposured. | + Setthe shutter speed faster. 2 + Decrease the 150 sensitivity or oo F2? - use à commercially available AN ND filter (for adjusting the amount of light}

• The aperture value atthe moment when it indication blinks varies with the lens type and focal length of the lens:

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White balance color temperature F The higher the color temperature, the richer the light in bluish tones and the poorer in D nor red |] reddish; the lowerthe colortemperature, the [2000 2000 4oco s0c08000 aoow] richer the light in reddish tones and the } 4 + } poorer in bluish, The spectral balance of T hu TT different white light sources is rated ? É 5 2 2er numerically by color temperature - concept | ? i Si: of physics expressed using the Kelvin (K) 5 ë Ê temperature scale. The color of sunlight and ° Le È other natural light sources and the color of a light bulb and other artificial light sources can be expressed in terms of color temperature. Itfollows, then, that the color temperatures of fluorescent lights make them unsuitable as artificiel light sources. There are gaps in the hues from the color temperatures of fluorescent light. Ifthese differences in hue are small they can be calculated with color temperature and this is called correlated color temperature The 4000K, 4500K and 6600K preset settings in this camera are correlated color temperatures, and should not be considered strctiy as color temperatures. Use these settings for shooting conditions under fluorescent lights. + The color temperatures for each light source indicated in the above scale are approximate.

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Record mode and file size/number of storable still pictures The file size in the table is approximate for files with à 4:3 aspect ratio. Number of _ torable st Record | Number of pixels . File size si " Mode | PIXEL COURT | Compression | File format Fé tures (with Card) Loss-less Raw en | ORF Apprex. 13.9 2 LE PT Approx. 87 es La *032 x 3024 Ta Approx. 5.7 T5 LUI 18 Approx. 2.7 EE LE 1n2 Approx. LE SL LE PT Approx 54 7 üF Ta Approx 3.4 EU LI 3200 x 2400 TE Approx LT, 57 LE T2 Approx. 1.2 EH SF 127 Approx. 32 F6 üF Ta Approx 2.2 366 LI 2560 x 1920 TE Approx LT DE LE T2 Approx DE T6 SF 127 Approx. 1.3 LE] mr x va Approx. 0.9 ne EI 2600 x 1200 Te JP8s Approx. 0.5 7205 LE T2 Approx DA 319 SF PT Approx D 1230 EF x Ta Approx. 0.6 T7 EN 1280960 18 Approx. 0.3 3366 LE 1n2 Approx. 0.3 4569 BF PT Approx DS 1681 EF Ta Approx. 0.4 76 EU 1024 x768 TE Approx 0.3 4920 CE T2 Approx DZ 6396 BSF 127 Approx. 0.3 4264 EF Ta Approx 02 Hd EU 540x480 TE Approx. 0-1 51 LE T2 Approx DT 12793 Q notes + The number of remaining pictures may change according to the subject or factors like whether print reservations have been made or not. In certain instances, the number of remaining pictures displayed on the viewfinder or the LCD monitor does not change even when you take pictures or stored images are erased. + The actual file size varies according to the subject. + The maximum number of storable stil pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999. uoreuuoqui

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= Producttype Product type Lens Lens mount Equivalent focal length on à 35 mm film camera M Image pickup device Product type No. of total pixels No. of effective pixels Screen size Aspect ratio = Viewfinder Product type Field of view Viewfinder magnification Eye point Diopter adjustment range Optical path fraction Depth of field Focusing screen Evecup = Live view

= LCD monitor Product type Total no. of pixels "= Shutter Product type Shutter "= Auto focus Product type Focusing points AF luminance range Selection of focusing point A iluminator : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens : Four Thirds mount : Approx twice the focal length of the lens : 43" Live MOS sensor = Approx. 13,060,000 pixels : Approx. 12,300,000 pixels : 17.3 mm (H) x13.0 mm (V) (0.7° x 0.5") : 133 (43) : Eye-level single-lens reflex viewfnder = Approx. 95% (for field of view on recorded images) : Approx. 0.96x (-1 ml, 50 mm lens, infinity} : Approx. 18 mm (0.7") (-1 m2} : -3.0-#1.0 ml 2 Quick return half mirror 2 When PREVIEW registered with the Fn button : Fixed 2 Interchangeable : Uses Live MOS sensor for shooting, adjustable 2 Field of view of 100% 2 2.T"TFT color LCD = Approx. 230,000 dots : Computerized focal-plane shutter : 1/4000 - 60 sec., Bulb shooting : TTL phase-contrast detection system/Imager contrast detection system : 7 points/11 points: with [IMAGER AF] : EV-1-EV 19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at room temperature 20 °C (68 “F), TTL phase-contrast detection system) : Auto, Optional : The buil-in flash provides light

= Exposure control Metering system Metering range Shooting modes 150 sensitivity Exposure compensation = White balance Product type Mode seing = Recording Memory Recording system Applicable standards = Playback Playback mode Information display 7 "= Drive Drive mode Sequential shooting Self-timer Optical remote control = Flash Synchronization Flash control mode External flash attachment Wireless flash function = External connector l À À | æ& @ 3 e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 143 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 TTL ful-aperture metering system {1) Digital ESP metering {2) Center weighted averaging metering (3) Spot metering (approx. 2% for the viewfinder screen) EV 1-20 (Digital ESP metering, Center weighted average metering, Spot metering) [At room temperature, 50 mm ?2, ISO 100) {) AUTO: Fully automatic @P Program AE (Program shift can be performed) G)A : Aperture priority ÂE Shutter priority AE (5)M : Manual

100 - 3200 (1/3, 1 EV step)

45 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV step) Image pickup device Auto, PresetWB (8 settings), Customized WB, One-touch WB CF card (Compatible with Type 1 and 11} Microdrive (Compatible with FAT 16/32) 2D-Picture Card Digital recording, JPEG {in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF}), RAW Data Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching Il, PictBridge Single-frame playback, Close-up playback, Index display, Image rotation, Slideshow, Light box display, Calendar display Information display, Histogram display

Single-frame shooting, Sequential shooting, Self-timer, Remote control 4 frames/sec. Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec. (instantaneous shooting) {RM-1 Remote Control (optional}) Synchronized with the camera at 1/180 sec. or less: TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL Hot shoe Compatible with the Olympus wireless RC flash system USB connector, VIDEO OUT connector (Multi-connector) = Power supply Battery M Dimensions/weight Dimensions Weight M Operating environment Temperature Humidity Lion Battery (BLS-1) x1

130.0 mm (W) x 94.0 mm {H) x 60.0 mm (D) (5.1° x 3,7* x 2.4")

{excluding protrusions) Approx. 475 g (1.0 Ib.) (without battery) QC - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) [operation}/ -20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 ‘F) (storage)

30 - 90% (operation)/10 - 90% (storage)

| rm et Page 144 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM Battery/charger specifications BLS-1 Lithium ion battery

Product type Rechargeable Lithium ion battery Nominal voltage DC72V Nominal capacity : 1150 mAh No. of charge and discharge times : Approx. 500 times (varies with usage conditions) Ambient temperature : 0°C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (charging) -10“C - 60 “C (14 °F - 140 °F) (operation) -20 C - 35 °C (-4 °F - 95 °F) (storage) Dimensions 2 Approx. 35.5 mm (\W) x 55 mm (D) x 12.8 mm (H} (1.4" x 2.2" x 0.5") Weight = Approx. 46 g (0.1 Ib.) BCS-1 Lithium ion charger

Rated input AC 100 V - 240 V (50/60 Hz) Rated output DC 8.35 V, 400 mA Charging time Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes (room temperature if using BLS-1) Ambient temperature : 0°C -40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) (operation)/ -20 C - 60 “C (-4 °F - 140 °F) (storage) Dimensions Approx. 62 mm (WW) x 83 mm (D) x 38 mm (H) (2.4" x 3.3" x 1.5°) Weight = Approx. 72 g (0.2 Ib.) (without AC cable) SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJ ECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.

l En Page 145 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

TAUTION: TO RÉDUCE THE RISK OF ÉLECTRICAL 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 ÂÀ and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product. Ifthe product is used without observing the information given under this A DANGER symbol, serious injury or death may result. Ifthe product is used without observing the information given under this A WARNING symbol. injury or death may result. Ifthe product is used without observing the information given under this ÂÀ CAUTION symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable data may resu. WARNING! T0 AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. General Precautions Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating instructions. Save all manuals and documentation for future reference. Cleaning — Alrays unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only à damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type ofliquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean this product. Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the weatherproofing sections. Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Power Source — Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label. Foreign Objects — To avoid personal injury, never insert à metal object into the product. Heat— Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator, heatregister, stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that generates heat, including stereo amplifiers. —+||e

Product Handling Precautions VAN WARNING © Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases. © Do not use the flash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too close to the SubECÉS eyes coulé cause à momentar 085 of von © Keep young children and infants away from the camera. + Always use and store the camera out ofthe reach of young children and infants to preventthe 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: + Accidentall fring the flash into their own eyes or those of another chid + Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera. © Do notiook atthe sun or strong lights with the camera. Do notuse or store the camera in dust or humid places. © Do not cover the flash with a hand while fring. VAN CAUTION © Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke aroun Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fre or burn your hands. Never hold or operate the camera with wet hands. © Do notleave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely high temperatures. + Doing so may cause part to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fe. Do not use the chargerifitis covered (such as à blanket}. This could cause overheating, resulting in fire. © Handie the camera with care to avoid getting a low-temperature burn. When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in a lou-temperature bu. Pay attention to the followin 2 Wen used ra long period, the camera il gethot.1fyou hold on to the camera in this state, a lou- temperature bum may be caused + In places subjectto extremely cold temperatures, the temperature ofthe camera's body may be lower than the environmental temperature. I possible, wear gloves when handing the camera in cold temperatures. © 8e careful with the strap. Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. t could easily catch on straÿ objects - and cause serious damage. Battery Handling Precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. VAN DANGER + The camera uses à lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. Never heat or incinerate batteries + Take precautions when carrying of storing batteries to preventthem from coming into contactwith any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, asteners, et. Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc + To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefuly follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never atempt to disassemble à battery or modify in any way, by soldering, et. + IFbattery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and seek 12 BST + Always store batteries out ofthe reach of small children. Ia child accidental swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately VAN WARNING + Keep batteries dry at all times. + To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries recommended for use with this product. 146 * Insertthe battery carefuly as described in the operating instructions. uopeuuoqui | rm et Page 146 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM _& |

l À À | æ& @ 3 e 00 0 unifiedbook Page 147 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM 7 + Ifrechargeable batteries have notbeen recharged within the specified time, stop charging them and do not use them. + Do notuse a battery fit is cracked or broken + Ifa battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop using the camera. + Ifa battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and fush the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately. + Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration. VAN CAUTION + Before loading, always inspectthe battery carefull for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormalty : 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 te camera before staring the camera for a long period. This camera uses à lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do notuse any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery instruction manual carefuly before using it + Ifthe battery's terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use. + Always charge a battery when using it for the fisttime, or iithas not been used for a long period. When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, tr to keep the camera and spare battery as warm as possible. À battery that has run down atlow temperatures may be restored after itis warmed at room temperature: The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or battery

• Before gong on à long tip and especil before taueing abro2c, purchase exra bats. A recommended battery may be dificul t obtain while traveling. + Please recycle batteries to help save our planets resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. Caution for Usage Environment

• To protectthe high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places listed below, no matter f in use or storage:
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct sunlight, r beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources {stove, radiator, etc.) or humidiflers & 2 In sandy or dusty environments + Near flammable items or explosives. + In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof designs, read their manuais as well. 2 In places prone to strong vibrations. Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. + When mounted on a tipod, adjust the position of the camera with the tipod head. Do not twistthe camera. Do not leave the camera pointed directiy atthe sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghostng on the image pickup device, or may possibly cause fies. Do nottouch electric contacts on cameras and interchangeable lenses. Remember to attach the body cap when removing the lens. + Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by tuming it on and pressing the shutter release button to make sure that itis operating normal. + Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the cameras manual. LCD Monitor + Do notpush the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in à playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. + A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom ofthe monitor, but this is not a malfunction. When subject viewed dagonaly I êne camers, ne edges may appear igzagged on te monitor, This is not a malfunction; i will be less noticeable in playback mode. Im places subject to lou temperatures, he LCD monfor may take a long üme to tum on oritscolormay JE] change temporariy. When using the camera in extremely cold places, itis a good idea to occasionally place itin à warm place. An LCD monitor exhibting poor performance due to low temperatures wil recover in normal temperatures. + The LCD used forthe monitoris made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light may appear constantiy on the LCD Monitor. Due to is characteristics or the angle at which you are viewing the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness. This is not à malfunction:

| rm et Page 148 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM uopeuuoqui Lens Do not immerse in water or splash with water. Do not drop or exe strong force on the lens. Do not hold atthe moving part of the lens Do not touch the lens surface direct. Do nottouch the contact points directiy. Do not subject to abrupt temperature changes. The operating temperature range is -10 °C - 40 *C (14 *F - 104 °F). Always use within this temperature range. Legal and Other Notices + Olympus makes no representations orwarranties regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using this unitlawfuly, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inapproprate use of this product. + Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit expected by using this unitlawfuly which are caused by erasing picture data Disclaimer of Warranty + Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed orimplied, by orconceming any content ofthese written materials or software, and in no event shall be lable for any implied warranty of merchantabiity or finess for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages {including but not imited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business informaion) arking from tre use o nabliy ta use tee writen materials or sofa E or equipment. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or imitation of labilty for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. + Olympus reserves all rights to this manual, Warning 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. Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or this software may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording or the use of any type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Olympus. No liabilty is assumed with respect to the use ofthe information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein. Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice. FCC Notice + Radio and Television Interference Changes or modifications not expressiy approved by the manufacturer may void the users authority to operate this equipment, This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for à Class 8 digital device, pursuant to Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residentil installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference wil not occur in à particular installation. this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of te following measures: = Adjust orrelocate the receiving antenna. = Increase the distance between the camera and receiver. = Connectthe equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. = Consul your dealer or an experienced radiofT V technician for help. Only the OLY MPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connectthe camera to USB enabled personal computers (PC) Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the users authority to operate it.

3 e 00 © unifiodbook Page 149 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM S 4 | Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery and battery charger with this camera Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to tñe battery. Olympus does not assume any liabilty for accidents or damage that may result from the use of à battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-620 Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. Address : 3500 Corporate Parkway, PO. Box 610, Center Valley,

This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: {2) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements ofthe Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. For customers in Europe CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection. “CE * mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries Please do notthrow the equipment into the domestic refuse. Please use the retum and collection systems avallable in your country forthe disposal ofthis product. This symbol [erossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex I] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries. Please do notthrow the batteries into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal ofthe waste batteries. uoneuuoqui

Provisions of warranty Hthis product proves to be defective, although ithas been used properiy (in accordance with the written Handing Care and Operating instructions supplied with id, during a period of two years from the date of purchase from an authorized Olympus distrbutor within the business area of OIympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: htp:/hmww.olympus.com this product will be repaired, or at Olympuss option replaced, free of charge. To claim underthis warranty the customer musttake the product and this Warranty Certificate before the end of the to year warranty period to the dealer where the product was purchased or any other Olympus service station within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: htp:/www.olympus.com. During the one year period of he World Wide Warranty the customer may tum the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that not in all countries such Olympus service station exists The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station athis oun risk and shall be responsible for any costs incurred in transportng the product. This warranty does not coverthe following and the customer wil be required to pay repair charge, even for defects occurring within the warranty period referred to above. (a) Any defect that occurs due to mishandling (such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in the Handling Care or other sections ofthe instructions, etc. (b}_ Any defect that occurs due to repair, modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station: {c)_ Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, et. after purchase ofthe product. ()_ Any defect or damage that occurs due t fire, earthquake, flood damage, tunderboit other natural disasters, environmental pollution and iregular voltage sources. (e)_ Any defectthat occurs due to careless or improper storage (such as keeping the product under conditions of high temperature and humidity, near insect repellents such as naphthalene or harmtul drugs, et), improper maintenance, et. {9 Any defectthat occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc (o)_ Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc. entering the inside ofthe product casing. {h)_ When this Warranty Certificate is not retumed with the product. {When any alterations whatsoever are made to the Warranty Certicate regarding the year, month and date of purchase, the customers name, the dealers name, and the serial number. (When proof of purchase is not presented with this Warranty Certificate This Warranty applis t te product on. êre Warranty does not appiy 1 any other accessory equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries. Olympus s sole liablity underthis warranty shal be limited to repairing orreplacing the product Any liabilty for indirect or consequental loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to à defect ofthe product and in particular any loss or damage caused to any lenses, flms, other equipment or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. Compeling regulations by law remain unaffected by this Notes regarding warranty maintenance

1. This warranty wil only be valid ifthe Warranty Certicate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized

dealer or other documents contain suffcient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name ofthe dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original imvoice orthe sales recent (indicate dezlers name, the da of purchase and product pe) 5 attached to this Warranty Cerbficate. Olympus reserves the right to refuse free-of-charge service if neither Warranty Certificate is completed nor the above document is attached or ifthe information contained in it is incomplets or illegible

2. Since this Warranty Certificate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place.

‘Please refer to the liston the web site: htp;lwww-olmpus.com for the authorized international Olympus service network. Trademarks IBM is à registered trademark of Intemational Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc. xD-Picture Card” is à trademark. Shadow Adusment Technology function coins patened technologies from ApicalLinied. gg 12 E<) apical uopeuuoqui + All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of heir respective owners.

• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the "Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF "standards stipulated by the | apan Electronics and Information Technology Industries 150 Associaïon JETTA) | rm et Page 150 Monday, February 2, 2009 5:18 PM _& |

Easy printing . Easy shooting modes . EDIT FILENAME EV STEP Exposure compensation Ed EXPOSURE SHIFT EXT. WB DETECT . Evepiece cover

F (Fine) FACE DETECT @ . FILE NAME Filkin flash $ FIREWORKS Œf FIRMWARE FL BKT … . Flash bracketing . 78 Flash intensity control F7 TT Flash mode $ 2.74 Flash off © … . 75

Focus lock .… FOCUS RING FORMAT Four Thirds system lenses .

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Basic guide P.2 Review the camera part names, the basic steps for shooting and playback, and the basic operations Table of Contents P.24 TVNNVN NOLLONYHLSNI © 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. © The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product. © The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. lfthere are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents wil difer. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SNndWAI10