Olympus E-420 E-420 Instruction Manual (English)

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    DIGITAL CAMERA INSTRUCTION MANUAL Basic guide P. 2 Review the camera part names and the basic steps for shooting and playback. Table of Contents P. 20 z Before you start to use your new camera, please read the "Safety Precautions" section in this manual. z We recommend that you take test shots
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    control lamp/ Remote control receiver gP. 56, 57 Lens attachment mark gP. 12 Mount (Attach the lens after removing the body cap from the camera to prevent dust and dirt from entering the camera body.) Built-in flash gP. 68 Hot shoe gP. 70 # (Flash) button gP. 68
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    gP. 37, 49, 84 0 (Protect) button gP. 81 u (Live view) button gP. 36 Power switch gP. 14 Arrow pad (acbd) gP. 29, 85 i button gP. 29 Names of parts and functions Connector cover Battery compartment lock gP. 11 Battery compartment cover gP. 11 Card cover gP. 13 Card access lamp gP. 13, 16, 100 CF
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    . AUTO i l & j AUTO PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE MACRO SPORT Allows you to shoot using an optimum aperture and shutter speed that the camera sets. The built-in flash pops up automatically in low-light conditions. Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. Suitable for shooting landscapes and
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    Basic guide Types of scene modes Icon I L K G U G J H I Mode 1 PORTRAIT 2 LANDSCAPE 3 LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT 4 NIGHT SCENE 5 NIGHT and shutter speed that the camera sets. (gP. 43) A Aperture priority shooting Allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically.
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    .) gP. 60 Exposure compensation value gP. 48 Metering mode gP. 47 Shooting mode gP. 4 6 EN Aperture value gP. 43-46 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Flash gP. 66 (blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed) AE lock gP. 49 Battery check (ready for use) (charging required)
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    Basic guide The following screen allows the display and setting of shooting settings at the same time and is called the super control panel. Press the INFO button to display the super control panel on the LCD monitor. g"Using the super control panel" (P. 28) Flash charging gP. 68 Battery check
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    flash s gP. 71 Auto bracket t gP. 49 AE lock u gP. 49 Live view AF mode po gP. 37 Shooting mode gP. 4 Battery check gP. 6 Metering mode gP. 47 Flash mode gP. 66 Flash temperature warning gP. 110 Face detection g gP. 39 Card gP. 113 Flash intensity control gP. 69 Number of storable still pictures
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    guide LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g"Information display" (P. 76) Record mode gP. 59 Battery check gP. 6 Focal length gP. 115 (The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.) Shooting mode gP. 4 Card Flash intensity control gP. 69 ISO sensitivity gP.
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    or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera Body cap Strap BLS-1 Lithium ion battery BCS-1 Lithium ion charger USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Eyepiece cover Attaching the strap 1 2 3 Thread the strap as
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    1 BCS-1 Lithium ion charger AC cable 2 Loading the battery Battery compartment cover 1 3 2 Battery compartment lock 3 Close the battery compartment cover • Close the battery compartment cover until you hear a click. Unloading the battery Battery lock Press the battery lock to unlock the
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    and the rear cap from the lens 2 2 1 Rear cap 2 Attach a lens to the camera 1 Body cap • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera's body (1). • Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until
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    Basic guide Loading the card CompactFlash/Microdrive Open the card cover. Insert the card's contact area into the slot as far as it can go. Card access lamp xD-Picture Card Open the card cover. Insert the card until it is locked into place. Card cover Preparations for shooting CF card slot W
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    08.16 AF OFF arge Normal Super control panel LCD monitor When the camera is turned on, the super control panel screen is displayed on the monitor function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is turned on. Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust
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    displayed on the LCD monitor. CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION WB CANCEL SELECT NORM N AUTO GO Arrow pad acbd 5 Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set 2 Use ac to select [Z], then press d CF/xD VIDEO OUT REC VIEW CANCEL SELECT CF j±0 k±0 ENG. NTSC
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    target on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder Viewfinder Shutter button 2 Adjust the focus Card access lamp Press the shutter 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
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    Basic guide Holding the camera Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash. Taking a picture while viewing the monitor Horizontal grip Vertical grip It is possible to use the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject's composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged
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    Playback/Erasing Playing back images q button Close-up playback Pressing the q button displays the last picture taken. Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames back Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame Arrow pad Displays the frame that is stored 10 frames ahead Each time you
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    on the possible shooting functions: g"Shooting guides" (P. 31) For information on how to operate the camera: g"Using the direct buttons" (P. 27) "Using the super control panel" (P. 28) "Using the menu" (P. 29) Functions available during live view: g"Using live view" (P. 36) To search for a function
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    (Live view 8 LCD monitor (Playback 9 Unpack the box contents 10 Preparations for shooting 11 Preparing the battery 11 Attaching a lens to the camera 12 Loading the card guides 31 Focus k Operating the shutter button 31 Brightness k Exposure compensation 31 Color k White balance 32 A guide
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    Functions and operations available only during live view will be explained. Activating live view ...36 Functions available during live view 36 The live view mechanism 37 Taking a picture using live view 37 AF operation during live view 38 Using the face detection function 39 Taking a picture
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    functions specific to digital cameras. Selecting the record flash and an external flash. Flash mode setting ...66 Built-in flash shooting 68 Flash intensity control 69 External flash shooting 70 Shooting with the Olympus wireless RC flash system 71 Using commercially available flashes
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    83 Describes how to customize the camera's settings. Custom Menu 1 ...83 a AF/MF ...83 AF ILLUMINAT 83 FOCUS RING 83 RESET LENS 83 BULB FOCUSING 83 b BUTTON/DIAL ...83 DIAL Monitor brightness adjustment 90 W (Changing the display language 90 VIDEO OUT 90 REC VIEW 90 FIRMWARE 90 23 EN
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    99 Disconnecting the camera from your computer 100 Viewing still images 101 To increase the number of languages 101 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master 102 12 Shooting tips and maintenance Refer to this section for troubleshooting and camera maintenance information
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    accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Card basics...113 Usable cards 113 Formatting the card 113 Battery and charger 114 Using your charger abroad 114 Interchangeable lenses 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications
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    The operating instructions of the direct buttons, super control panel and menu are described as follows in this manual. • "+" indicates operations performed at the same time. • "" indicates you should proceed to the next step. Basic camera operations e.g.: When setting the flash intensity control
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    Sequential/Self-timer/ Remote control shooting 4 Control dial 1 1 2 Basic camera operations 3 SELECT GO Direct menu 2 Turn the control dial to change the live view on or off Pops up the flash and sets flash mode Flash intensity control Ref. page P. 55-58 P. 48 P. 36 P. 66 P. 69  TIPS
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    LCD monitor. • Press the INFO button again to turn off the super 1 control panel. • Press the i button during live view to display the super control panel. Control dial Basic camera operations 2008. 08.16 AF OFF arge Normal 2 Press the i button. • The cursor on the super control panel lights
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    1 Press the MENU button. • The menu is displayed on the LCD monitor. CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION WB CANCEL SELECT NORM N AUTO GO i button 1 MENU button p Arrow pad Basic camera operations Operation guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen. CANCEL MENU : Press the
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    the registered setting. • To cancel the registration, select [RESET]. 2 Select [SET] and press the i button. Using reset settings You can reset the camera to [RESET1] or [RESET2] setting or restore the factory default settings. [RESET] : Resets to the factory default settings. For the default
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    on moving subjects. Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills live view to take pictures while viewing the subject on the monitor. g"Holding the camera" (P. 17) In addition to incorrect focusing and camera shake, movement of the subject can also cause blurring of the picture. In this case
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    be able to obtain the intended colors. In this case, change the setting accordingly. g"Selecting the white balance" (P. 60) 2 Fluorescent light Tungsten light Shade of tree Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills A guide to functions for different subjects This section describes the
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    for outdoor shaded areas on sunny days. Shooting guides k Improving your shooting skills Changing metering mode set to [e] (Digital ESP metering), the camera automatically assesses the brightness white balance or exposure compensation. In this case, you can change the [SATURATION] setting
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    the preview function to confirm the changes in the depth of field when the aperture is changed. Using live view When using a conventional digital single-lens reflex camera with interchangeable lens system, it was necessary to wait until after taking the picture to check the results of the exposure
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    aperture and exposure compensation as necessary. Image noise can easily occur when shooting at slow shutter speeds. In this case, set [NOISE REDUCT.] to [ON] to reduce noise. Using manual focus In cases where you cannot use AF (auto focus) to focus on the subject because the subject is too dark or
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    rises causing images with high ISO sensitivity to appear noisy and unevenly colored. Either lower the ISO 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 lock/[AEL/AFL] 36 EN
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    light is coming in through the viewfinder. In such case attach the eyepiece cover. g"Eyepiece cover" (P. 56) Taking pictures using the viewfinder Taking pictures using live view Viewfinder Image pickup 3 device Shutter curtain Using live view Lens Mirror • The light coming in through the
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    all the way to take a picture. AF confirmation mark 250 F5.6 I-AF Using live view 3 1Taking a picture with [AF SENSOR] Press the shutter button all the way F5.6 LN 38 n mark 250 F5.6 o LN 38 AF operation during live view [IMAGER AF] When you press the shutter button halfway, AF is performed by
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    as you can hold the shutter button pressed halfway and finely adjust the focus while checking the LCD monitor. Camera status during AF Imager AF Halfway down AF Sensor All the way down 3 Using live view AF Sensor • AF is performed by the image pickup device. • The mirror is lowered and AF is
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    will work only at the first shot. • Depending on the subject, the camera may not be able to correctly detect the face. Using live view Taking a picture using manual focus 3 During live view, you can take a picture focusing manually while checking the focus on the LCD monitor. 1 Set the AF mode
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    the set value. WB/F GO x Notes • Exposure compensation is not available in M mode. • This function cannot be used in g mode. 3 Using live view Enlarged display operation It is possible to enlarge the subject for display. Enlarging the image during MF makes focus confirmation and adjustment
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    Using live view • Live view is OLYMPUS xD-Picture Card is not loaded in the camera . • During panorama shooting, the image previously taken for position alignment will not be retained. With the frames or other markers for display in the images as a guide
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    the power. • Program shift is not available when you are using a flash.  TIPS The shutter speed and aperture value are blinking: j The optimum exposure cannot background. When you close the aperture (increase the aperture value), the camera will focus within a longer range. Use this mode when you
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    Shooting mode Viewfinder Close the aperture (f-number is increased) Exposure  TIPS To check the depth of field with the selected aperture value: "Exposure warning display" (gP. 117). Shutter priority shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value automatically for the shutter speed you
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    camera. The aperture value is blinking: j The optimum exposure cannot be obtained. For details, see "Exposure warning display" (gP. 117). Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually of aperture values available varies with the lens type. • The shutter speed can be
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    displayed in the viewfinder and [BULB] on the super control panel. 4  TIPS To automatically end bulb shooting after a specified period of time: j You can [7 FUNCTION] is assigned to [LIVE PREVIEW], pressing the b button automatically switches the camera to live view for a preview of the picture
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    metering : Spot metering : Spot metering - highlight control : Spot metering - shadow control MENU button METERING i button 4 Exposure Viewfinder e Digital ESP metering The camera measures the light levels and calculates the light level differences in 49 separate areas of the image. This mode
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    better results if you manually compensate (adjust) the exposure value set automatically by the camera. In many cases, bright subjects (such indicator. Exposure compensation indicator 2008. 08.16 +2.0 OFF arge Normal  TIPS To adjust the exposure compensation using only the control dial: j You
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    press the shutter button. • Releasing the AEL/AFL button cancels AE lock.  TIPS To lock the exposure: j You can lock the metering result so that it is AEL/AFL button 4 AE lock Exposure Viewfinder AE bracketing The camera automatically shoots a number of pictures at different exposure values for
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    sensitivity setting The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera's light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in ISO-AUTO SET" (P. 87) [100 - 1600]: Fixed ISO sensitivity. OFF arge Normal  TIPS To automatically set the optimal ISO in M mode: j Normally, the AUTO setting is not
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    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 Viewfinder AF confirmation mark  TIPS When it is difficult to focus in the AF mode in low-light conditions: j The built-in flash can function as an AF illuminator
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    the picture, the camera continues trying to focus manually focus on any subject. Adjust the focus using the focus ring. 5 Near ) Focus ring  TIPS To change the rotational direction of the focus ring: j You can select the rotational direction of the focus ring to suit your preference for how the lens
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    When the shutter button is not pressed, focusing with MF is possible.  TIPS Another way to adjust focus manually in C-AF mode: j You can set the AEL/AFL button to camera has 3 AF targets for focusing on the subject with auto focus. You can select only one of the AF targets. When [LIVE VIEW AF
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    the shutter button halfway again. • While the shutter button is being pressed, the super control panel disappears. Shutter button Card access lamp e.g.) The camera focuses using the center AF target. 5 Focusing and shooting functions 2 While pressing the shutter button halfway, move to the
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    white balance are locked at the first frame (during S-AF, MF). x Notes • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card. The camera may not save all of the pictures depending on how much
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    is taken. • To cancel the activated self-timer, press the
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    Remote control receiver Remote control Focusing and shooting functions  TIPS The remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again. j There is signal interference. Change the channel as described in the remote control's manual
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    the shutter. Anti-shock You can select the interval from the time the mirror is raised until the shutter is released. This 5 diminishes camera shake caused by vibrations when the mirror moves. This feature can be useful in astrophotography and microscope photography or other photographic situations
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    has not undergone changes in white balance, sharpness, contrast or 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. It is possible to edit images taken
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    balance, and picture mode 6  TIPS To find out the file size/ arge Normal CARD SETUP CUSTOM digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital camera covering a variety of indoor and outdoor lighting including fluorescent lights, light bulbs, and flashes
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    You can set the optimum white balance for the shooting conditions by pointing the camera at a white object like a sheet of white paper. The white balance achieved y 6600K For shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp n 5500K For flash shooting 6 V Color temperature set by one-touch WB. g"Setting
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    toward -. • The white balance can be adjusted in 7 increments in each direction.  TIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: j 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
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    balance will be stored in the camera as a preset WB setting. Turning the power off does not erase the data. b button  TIPS After pressing the shutter button, [ Menu ip: [PICTURE MODE] MENU[W] [PICTURE MODE] CARD SETPUICPTURE MODE CUSTOM RESEhT VIVID PICTURE MOiDENATURAL GRADATION jMUTED
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    The adjustable parameters are classified according to the picture modes. iNATURAL The individual parameters are as follows. CONTRAST Lo Hi [CONTRAST] : Distinction between light and dark [SHARPNESS] : Sharpness of the image [SATURATION] : Vividness of the color SHARPNESS Lo Hi SATURATION Lo
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    to appear in images. With [NOISE REDUCT.], you can let the camera reduce noise automatically to produce clearer images. When set to [AUTO], noise after shooting. • The card access lamp blinks during the noise-reduction process. You cannot take more pictures until the card access lamp turns off
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    background and the subject. Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera by using a tripod so as not to cause the picture to be blurred. Flash shooting 1st curtain Usually, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. This method is usually
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    it is raised. g"AF ILLUMINAT." (P. 83) 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 of light GN: Guide number (Equivalent to ISO 100) FULL (1/1) 12
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    modes that can be set by shooting mode" (gP. 118). Flash shooting Built-in flash shooting If you shoot a subject using a lens that is wider than 14 mm (equivalent to 28 mm on a 35 mm film camera), the light emitted by the flash may produce a vignette effect. Whether or not vignetting occurs also
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    GO x 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. • If flash intensity is adjusted on the electronic flash, it will be combined with the camera's flash intensity setting. • When [w+F] is set to [ON
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    TTL-AUTO, MANUAL GN (Guide number) (ISO100) GN50 (85 mm*) GN28 (24 mm*) GN36 (85 mm*) GN20 (24 mm*) GN20 (35 mm*) GN11 GN22 RC mode 9 k 9 k k k k * The focal length of the lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 mm film camera) x Notes • The FL-40 optional flash cannot be used
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    For details, refer to the external flash's manual. 2008. 08.16 Super FP flash FP OFF arge Normal 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
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    . 6 Press the # button to raise the built-in flash. 7 After shooting preparations are completed, take some test shots to check the flash operation and images. 8 Begin shooting while checking the charging completed indications of the camera and flash. 7 x Notes • Although there is no limit to the
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    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 of the lenses designed for this camera. 4) Do not use a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that
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    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 p to select images you want to view. You can also turn the dial to switch to U for close-up playback. INFO
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    ) (100-frame index display) (49-frame index display) 8 (25-frame index display) 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 p to select a date
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    Information display This allows you to display detailed information about the image. Luminance information can also be displayed with histogram and highlight graphs. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired information is displayed. • This setting is stored and will be shown the next time
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    correct direction even if the camera is rotated. 1 MENU[q][y] • When set to [ON], images shot vertically will be automatically rotated and displayed during playback. You can also press the F button to rotate and display the image. • The rotated image will be recorded on the card in that position
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    input mode, refer to the TV's manual. 3 Turn the camera on and press the q (playback) button. q button Video cable Multi-connector Video input terminal x Notes • To connect the camera to a TV, use the provided video cable. • Make sure that the camera's video output signal type is the same as
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    . [REDEYE FIX] [P] Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. Set the trimming size with the control dial and the cases: When an image is recorded in RAW, when an image is processed on a PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when an image is recorded on another camera
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    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. g"CF/xD" (P. 90) Single-frame copy 1 Play back the image you want to copy and press the
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    time. 8 1 MENU[q][RESET PROTECT] 2 Use ac to select [YES], then press the i button. x Notes • Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected. g"Formatting the card" (P. 113) • Protected images cannot be rotated even when the F button is pressed. Playback functions 81 EN
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    . You can select single-frame erase, which erases only the currently displayed image; all-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card; or selected frame erase, which erases only the frames selected. x Notes • When you perform all-frame or selected frame erase on images recorded using
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    conditions in the AF mode. To use this function, raise the flash. FOCUS RING You can customize how the lens adjusts to the focal point Near ) by selecting the rotational direction of the focus ring. ) Near Customizing your camera RESET LENS 9 When set to [ON], this resets the focus of the
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    Focus Exposure [S-AF] mode1 S-AF Locked k k k Locked 9 mode2 mode3 S-AF k k Locked k k Locked k k S-AF Locked k Customizing your camera [C-AF] mode1 C-AF start Locked Locked k k Locked mode2 C-AF start k Locked Locked k Locked mode3 k Locked Locked k C-AF start
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    "g FACE DETECT" (P. 87) [PREVIEW]/[LIVE PREVIEW] (electronic) While holding down the -touch white balance" (P. 63) [TEST PICTURE] Pressing the shutter button while to record the picture to the card. This is useful when you want j FUNCTION 9 Customizing your camera Other functions can be assigned
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    with no operations being performed, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) to save battery power. After the super control panel is OLYMPUS Master software. [CONTROL] Allows you to control the camera from a PC using the optional OLYMPUS Studio. [
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    lines display) During live view, you can display the ruled lines on the LCD monitor as a guide when confirming the obtain the optimal ISO even in M mode. Customizing your camera AELMetering You can set the metering mode when pressing the AEL flash intensity control will be performed. 87 EN
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    conditions. When set to [OFF], the built-in flash will not pop up automatically. Custom Menu 1f K/COLOR F W N W SF PIXEL COUNT Yarge CANCEL SELECT GO Set the compression rate. Customizing your camera PIXEL COUNT You can set the pixel size for the image size [X], [W]. [Xiddle] Select [3200
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    it in a folder. File names are assigned as shown in the illustration below. Customizing your camera [AUTO] Even when a new card is inserted, the folder numbers are retained from the previous card. If the new card contains an image file whose file number coincides with one 9 saved on the previous
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    recorded to the card is not displayed. Displays the image being recorded, and then switches to playback mode. This is useful for erasing a picture after checking it. FIRMWARE Your product's firmware version will be displayed. When you make inquiries about your camera or accessories or when you
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    printer's manual. A PC card adapter may also be necessary. x Notes • DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Follow the operation guide to set print reservation for a picture. 1 MENU[q][
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    SELECT GO PRINT ORDER SETTING SET CANCEL CANCEL SELECT GO All-frame reservation Applies print reservation to all the pictures stored in the card. The number of prints is fixed at 1. 1 MENU[q][
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    the printer's manual. PictBridge The standard that enables digital cameras and printers manual. • For details on printing paper types, ink cassettes, etc., refer to the printer's manual. x Notes • Use a fully charged battery for printing. • Images recorded in RAW data cannot be printed. • The camera
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    cable. • For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer's manual. USB cable Multi-connector 2 Turn on the camera. • The selection screen for the USB connection is displayed. 3 Use p to select [EASY PRINT] or [CUSTOM PRINT]. USB If you select
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    sheet. Prints an index of all the pictures stored in the card. Follow the operation guide displayed here. [PRINT ORDER] Prints according to the print reservation setting. [SIZE] Sets the paper size that the printer supports. PRINTPAPER [BORDERLESS] Selects whether the picture is printed on
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    Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when printing. [
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    rotate, trim or change the image size. z A variety of printing formats You can easily make prints of your pictures. z Updating the camera firmware z Developing RAW images 11 For information about OLYMPUS Master's other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to "Help" in
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    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, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close
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    and user registration screen are displayed before the browse window. Follow the on-screen instructions. To exit OLYMPUS Master 1 Click "Exit" on any window. • OLYMPUS Master is exited. Displaying camera images on a computer Downloading and saving images 1 Click "Transfer Images" on the browse
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    Click "OK" on the "Safe to Remove Hardware" window. Card access lamp Using the OLYMPUS Master software Macintosh 1) The trash icon changes to the eject case, make sure that no image data is being downloaded from the camera, and that there are no applications open that were accessing the camera
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    . 7 Click "Add Language" in the updating camera display. • The "Add Display Language of Camera" window is displayed. 11 8 Click and select a language. 9 Click "Add". • The new language is downloaded to your camera. Please do not remove any cable or the battery while the camera is processing. 101 EN
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    your computer without using 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 port added by means of an extension card, etc. • Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers 11 102 EN
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    tips and maintenance Shooting tips and information Tips before you start taking pictures The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold • Battery
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    lens to close up on the subject, it is difficult to focus with AF when the enlargement ratio of the subject is bigger. Set to manual focus (MF), rotate the focus ring and focus manually. g"MF (manual focus)" (P. 52) Taking pictures in low light conditions • The built-in flash Shooting tips and
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    grainy appearance. This camera is equipped with 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. g"Interchangeable lenses beach or snow scene Shooting tips and maintenance In normal cases, white subjects such as
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    a new card 12 If you use a non-Olympus card or a card used for another application, such as for a computer, the message [CARD ERROR] is displayed. To use this card with this camera, use the [FORMAT] function to format the card. g"Formatting the card" (P. 113) 106 EN Shooting tips and maintenance
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    live view function over a long period To save battery power, turn off the camera lenses. For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with Imager AF, visit the Olympus display. A rough guide for selection is shown pictures" (P. 120) Shooting tips and maintenance To restore functions
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    information display" (P. 40) 3 Playback tips Understanding the settings and other information of manual. To view recorded images in RAW Install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. You can use the RAW development function in OLYMPUS Master to develop the RAW image in the camera
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    NO CARD CARD ERROR WRITE PROTECT CARD FULL CARD SETUP Clean the terminal of the xD card with the dry cloth. xD CARD CLEAN FORMAT SELECT GO NO PICTURE The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card or insert a different card. There is a problem with the card. Writing
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    EDITED Pictures taken with another camera cannot be edited on this camera. Internal camera temperature is too high. Please wait for cooling before camera use. Extended use of live view or sequential shooting has increased the internal temperature of the camera. The card cover is open. Use image
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    lens, wipe gently 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. • Insert the battery periodically and test the camera starting and stopping live view. The dust
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    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. 1 Remove the lens from the camera, and set the power switch to ON. 2 MENU
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    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 A CompactFlash is a largecapacity solid state flash memory card. You can use commercially available cards. Microdrive
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    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
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    camera. This enables the design of compact telephoto lenses. A 14-50 mm Four Thirds system lens, for example, is equivalent to a 28100 mm lens for a 35-mm camera. • When the image angle of Four Thirds system lens camera to prevent dust from getting inside when no lens is attached. ZUIKO DIGITAL lens
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    - 8.2° 47° Lens configuration 7 groups, 7 lenses 8 groups, 10 lenses 9 groups, 12 lenses 4 groups, 5 lenses Multilayer film coating (partially mm Shooting range Magnification ( ): Calculated based on 35 mm film camera Shooting is not possible since subjects cannot be brought into focus at
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    camera is programmed such that the aperture value and shutter speed are automatically selected according to the subject's brightness as shown below. The program line diagram varies with the type of lens Action • Increase the ISO sensitivity. • Use the flash. P The subject is too bright. • Decrease
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    at the moment when its indication blinks varies with the lens type and focal length of the lens. Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode 13 curtain) Manual flash (FULL) Manual flash (1/4) Manual flash (1/16) Manual flash (1/64) Fill-in flash Fill-in flash (red-eye reduction) Flash off
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    flash/Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) 2nd curtain # Manual flash S FULL (FULL) M # 1/4 Manual flash (1/4) Always fires 60 sec. 1/180 sec. 1st curtain # 1/16 Manual flash (1/16) # 1/64 Manual flash (1/64) *1 When the flash preset settings in this camera are correlated color
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    of Record mode Number of pixels (PIXEL COUNT) Compression File format File size (MB) storable still pictures (with 1GB xD-Picture Card) RAW Loss-less compression ORF Approx. 11 91 YSF YF 3648 × 2736 1/2.7 1/4 Approx. 6.8 147 Approx. 4.7 211 YN 1/8 Approx. 2.2 460 YB 1/12
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    AE BKT 9 PICTURE MODE 9 GRADATION 9 K 9 NOISE REDUCT. 9 WB 9 > 9 METERING 9 ISO 9 NOISE FILTER 9 Flash mode 9 #RC MODE 9 w 9 AF ILLUMINAT. 9 FOCUS RING 9 RESET LENS k BULB FOCUSING k LIVE VIEW AF MODE 9 DIAL FUNCTION 9 DIAL DIRECTION 9 AEL/AFL 9 AEL/AFL MEMO
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    Menu directory Shooting Menu Tab Function CARD SETUP CUSTOM RESET PICTURE MODE GRADATION K WB ISO NOISE REDUCT. NOISE FILTER METERING #RC MODE w AF MODE AF AREA ANTI-SHOCK z AE BKT * Factory default
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    YES/NO Tab Function a AF/MF AF ILLUMINAT. FOCUS RING RESET LENS BULB FOCUSING LIVE VIEW AF MODE b BUTTON/DIAL DIAL FUNCTION DIAL DIRECTION AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MF mode1*/mode2/mode3 OFF*/ON Fn FACE DETECT*/PREVIEW/OFF/V/ LIVE PREVIEW/TEST PICTURE j/
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    P. 88 P. 88 P. 88 P. 88 P. 88 P. 88 P. 89 P. 89 P. 89 P. 89 P. 112 P. 112 Tab Function Setting X CF/xD s W VIDEO OUT REC VIEW PIXEL MAPPING FIRMWARE k CF*/xD j -7 - +7 k -7 - +7 *1 *1 OFF/AUTOq/1SEC - 20SEC (5SEC*) k k * Factory default setting *1 Settings differ depending on the region where
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    Aperture The adjustable lens opening which controls the amount of light that enters the camera. The larger the "). In addition, this mode features automatic flash pop up when shooting in low-light image area does not vary greatly. See also digital ESP metering and spot metering. Color space A model
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    Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings 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. Eclipsing (Vignetting) This refers to when an
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    lens so the image can be checked in the viewfinder. There is no difference between the composition to be captured and the composition viewed on the viewfinder. Sleep Mode A mode designed to save battery life. The camera and stage performers. See also digital ESP metering and center weighted averaging
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    : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Approx. twice the focal length of the lens „ Image pickup device Product type : 4/3" Live MOS
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    flash function : 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 „ External connector USB connector, VIDEO OUT connector (Multi-connector) „ Power supply Battery : Li-ion Battery
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    Battery/charger specifications BLS-1 Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. Product type Nominal voltage Nominal capacity No. of charge and discharge times Ambient temperature Dimensions Weight : PS-BLS1 : Rechargeable Lithium ion battery (0.1 Ib.) BCS-1 Lithium ion charger MODEL NO. Rated input Rated
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    SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. DANGER WARNING CAUTION An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture -
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    .s 13 132 EN Information DANGER • The camera uses a 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 or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into
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    after using the camera. • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery's instruction manual carefully before using
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    the lens. • Do not hold at the moving part of the lens. • Do not touch the lens surface Olympus reserves all rights to this manual tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital with the instructions, may cause OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera
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    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-420 Trade Name : OLYMPUS customer protection. "CE" mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe. This symbol [
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    Warranty Certificate. 4. This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries. 5. Olympus's sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product. Any liability for
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    shooting A 43 Aperture value 43 Auto flash AUTO 66 Auto focus 54, 104 AUTO 59, 107 B&W FILTER 64 BACKLIT LCD 86 Battery 11, 114 BEACH&SNOW g 5 BLACK & WHITE Calendar display 75 CANDLE 5 CARD SETUP 82, 113 Cards 13, 113 Center weighted 84 DIAL FUNCTION 83 Digital ESP metering e 47
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    LANDSCAPE L 5 LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT K 5 Lens 12, 114 Lithium ion battery 11, 114 Lithium ion charger 11, 114 LIVE PREVIEW 46, 85 Live view 36 LIVE VIEW AF MODE 37 LIVE VIEW BOOST 87 LOW KEY 64 M X (Middle 59, 107 MACRO J 5 Manual flash 67 Manual focus (MF 40, 52 Manual shooting M 45 Menu
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    86, 98 Strap 10 SUNSET 5 Super control panel 7, 28 Super FP flash 71 T TEST PICTURE 85 Trimming P 79 U USB MODE 86 V VIDEO OUT 90 Viewfinder 6, 14, 16 W WB 61, 85 WB compensation 62 White balance WB 60 X xD-Picture Card 13, 113 Z ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens ........ 114 139 EN
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Before you start to use your new camera, please read the “Safety Precautions”
section in this manual.
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. If there
are addition and/or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera,
the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
DIGITAL CAMERA
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Basic guide
P. 2
Review the camera part names
and the basic steps for shooting
and playback.
Table of Contents
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