C-4000 Zoom FAQ’s
Olympus C-4000 Zoom Digital Camera
Box Contents:
* 16MB SmartMedia
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removable memory card
* USB Computer Connection Cable
* Video Cable
* Carrying Strap
* Lens cap with retainer cord
* (2) LB-01/CR-3V Lithium batteries
* CAMEDIA Master Software
* Instruction Manual
* Quick Start Guide
* Warranty Card
Features and Benefits of the C-4000 Zoom camera include:
• 4-megapixel (effective) CCD
• Excellent optics designed specifically for digital photography
• 10x total seamless zoom (3x optical, 3.3x digital)
• USB Auto-Connect means you simply drag and drop your images/QuickTime movies to
quickly transfer them from camera to computer
• Macro and 1-inch Super Macro for extreme close-ups you can be proud of
• 6 Scene Program Modes
• Optimum Image Enlargement mode helps you get the extra-large prints you desire
• Virtual Mode Dial for quick selection of 6 Scene Program modes and 4 custom "My
Modes"
• Noise Reduction mode for clear images during long exposures
• Fun Image Edit Effect Modes - Black & White and Sepia Modes and "File Resize Mode"
• Video out and External TTL Flash Terminal
• Accessory lens compatible
CCD Imager
C-4000 Zoom Specifications
4.0 Megapixel Effective
4.1 Megapixel
Size (in inch) 1/1.8” CCD
Lens
Seamless Digital
Zoom
Aperture Range
Shutter Speeds
ISO
Recording Mode(s)
Adjustable
Resolutions
Olympus aspherical glass 3x zoom lens 6.5-19.5mm
(32-96mm equivalent in 35mm photography)
10X (3x optical and 3.3x digital combined)
F2.8 – F11
1/1000 sec. – 16 sec.
Auto: 100 / 200 / 400
Still image: EXIF 2.2JPEG, DCF (design rule for Camera File system),
QuickTime
R
Motion JPEG (Movie Mode)
TIFF:
2288x1712, 2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1280x960, 1024x768, 640x480,
2288x1520 (2288x1520 3:2 mode - CCD captures at 3:2 aspect ratio to
fit 4X6 prints)
SHQ JPEG:
3200x2400, 2288x1712, 2288x1520, (2288x1520 3:2mode)
HQ JPEG:
3200x2400, 2288x1712, 2288x1520 (2288x1520 3:2mode)
SQ1 JPEG:
2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1280x960
SQ2:
1024x768, 640x480
DPOF (Digital Print
Order Form)
Image Effect
Shooting Modes
Image Edit Effects
Panorama
Sequence
Viewfinder
LCD
Focusing System
Focusing Ranges
320 x 240 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG
160 x 120 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG
Print Reserve, All print reservation, Display Date information
Sepia Mode,Black and White Mode, White Board, Black Board
Resize - portable file size for E-mail or web
Trimming (Create Cropped Copy)
Up to 10 frames stitchable with CAMEDIA Master software when using
Olympus brand SmartMedia
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1.7/sec. Max 8 frames in HQ mode
Optical real-image viewfinder with autofocus /backlight mark
4.5cm/1.8" 110,000 colour TFT LCD used for viewing, reviewing or
editing images.
iESP Multi-Pattern AF (autofocus) TTL system (contrast detection),
Manual Focus by Gauge, Selectable AF Point – Moveable by Jog Dial
Standard AF 0.8m – Infinity
Macro Mode 0.2m-0.8m Super Macro Mode 0.02m - 0.8m
Exposure Control
Metering System
White Balance
System
Fine WB Adjustment
Sharpness
Adjustment
Contrast
Adjustment
Saturation
Adjustment
Flash
Flash Modes
Flash Working Range
Program Auto F2.8 - F10, 16 - 1/000 sec shutter speed
Digital ESP Multi-Pattern Meter, Spot meter, Multi-Spot Averaged
(up to 8 separate points), Histogram display available in Shooting mode
iESP Multi-pattern auto TTL.
Pre-set manual settings: Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten and Fluorescent
“One Touch” custom WB setting available.
-7 (red) +7(blue)
+/- 5 steps
+/- 5 steps
+/- 5 steps
Built-in Flash, Plus 5 pin terminal for TTL w/FL-40, or sync to studio
strobes
Auto Flash for low and backlight
“Red-eye” Reduction Flash
Fill-in Flash
Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain)
Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (second curtain)
Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain) w/red-eye reduction
Flash Off (built-in or external flash)
Wide: 0.7 m - 3.5 m, Tele: 0.2 m - 3.5 m
Flash Charging Time
Removable Media
Card
Self-timer/Remote
Settings
Memorization
Outer Connectors
Auto-Connect USB
Image Playback
Operating
Environment
Power Supply
Date/Time Calendar
Calendar
Size
Weight
295 g. without batteries and SmartMedia
Less than 6 seconds (at normal temperature with new batteries)
3V (3.3V) SmartMediaTM card (4, 8, 16, 32, 64, and 128 MB)
16-MB card included.
12 second delay with built in self-timer
Reset or Hold certain camera settings after power on/power off
Mini “B” USB connector (Auto-Connect), Video Out, DC input,
Compatible with Windows 98 rev2/ME/2000 Pro/XP-MacOS 8.6-
9.01/OSX
Index display, up to 4X enlargement, Slide-show, Scene rotation,
Histogram display
Operation: 0C – 40C 30-90% Humidity
Storage: -20C – 60C 10-90% Humidity
Main Power Source:
2 LB-01 (CR-V3 type) (included)
4 x AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
4 x AA Alkaline batteries
4 x AA Lithium batteries
4 x AA NiCd rechargeable batteries
(Manganese batteries cannot be used)
AC Power: C-7AU 6 Volt AC adapter (optional)
Simultaneous recording into image date
Automatic up to the year 2099
102mm W x 76mm H x 70mm D
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Q: What are the main differences between the C-4000 Zoom and the C-4040 Zoom?
A: The main differences between the C-4000 Zoom and the C-4040 Zoom is that the C-4000
Zoom added the following:
• Virtual Mode Dial for quick selection of 6 Scene Program modes and 4 custom "My Modes"
• Super Macro for extreme close-ups. You can photograph your subject as close as 0.2m.
• AF Area – allows you to select the area that you want to focus on; by changing the position of
the AF Target Mark.
• NTSC and PAL video output – now you can also view your images on a television overseas. This
camera includes both NTSC and PAL video output options.
• Selectable Language Menu - The menu can be viewed in four different languages (English,
French, German and Spanish).
• 3:2 Aspect ratio – lets you print the entire image without losing its borders; almost the same
image size used by photo labs.
• PW On/Off – Sets the picture displayed on the monitor when the camera is turned on or off.
• Histogram - displays the brightness and contrast of the subject on your camera monitor
during shooting and playback modes.
The C-4040 Zoom offers:
• A Remote Control option
An F1.8 aperture which is better suited for low light photography without flash.
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Q: Where is the Reference Manual for the C-4000 Zoom?
A: The CD-ROM provides a full Reference Manual in PDF format on the CD-ROM. Adobe
Acrobat which is provided on the CD-ROM is necessary to view the PDF manual. The printed
manual that is included with the camera is a "Basic Manual".
Q: How do I download from the camera to my computer?
A: Instructions for downloading images from the C-4000 Zoom are located on the CD Rom
under the "Reference" under "Connecting the Camera to a PC", or at our web site
(http://www.olympus-europa.com).
Q: What is the battery life expectancy of the C-4000 Zoom?
A: The battery life on alkaline batteries vary according to manufacturer and power rating.
Alkaline Batteries can provide up to 150 shots with typical usage. The Olympus CR-V3 long-life
lithium batteries will provide approximately 400 shots. The Olympus Ni-MH batteries would
provide approximately 250 shots per charge and they can be recharged 300 to 500 times.
Q: Are the provided Olympus LB-01 CR-V3 lithium batteries rechargeable?
A: No, the Olympus LB-01 CR-V3 lithium batteries are not rechargeable.
Q: What do I need to attach a filter to the camera?
A: You would need the CLA-1 Lens Adapter Tube and the 43-55mm
Step Up Ring .
Q: What do I need to attach a conversion lens to the camera?
A: You would need the CLA-1 Lens Adapter Tube and the appropriate
Step Up Ring that comes packaged with the conversion lens.
Q: Which conversion lenses can I use with the C-4000 Zoom camera?
A: You can use any of the following lenses with the C-4000 Zoom camera:
WCON-08E B-28 Wide Angle Lens - (includes 43-55mm Step Up Ring)
TCON- 14 1.45 Teleconverter Lens - (includes 43-46 mm Step Up Ring)
MCON-40 Macro Lens - (includes 43-55mm Step Up Ring)
Q: Can a remote control be used with the C-4000 Zoom camera?
A: No, a remote control can not be used with the C-4000 Zoom camera.
Q: What is the purpose of the Extension Flash connector terminal?
A: You can use the Extension Flash connector terminal along with the optional flash bracket "FLBK01" and bracket cable "FL-CB01"; for the Olympus FL-40 dedicated flash. With the use of
bracket cable "FL-CB04", you can use another brand extension flash.
Q: How do I connect an external flash to my C-4000 Zoom?
A: For external flash use with the C-4000 Zoom, you will need the appropriate flash cable and
grip. Please use the following chart as a reference:
Exclusive Grip FL-BK01- used to mount external flash to the C-4000 Zoom.
Bracket Cable FL-CB01- this cable is required for the dedicated FL-40 flash.
PC Flash Cable FL-CB04- this cable is required for any "other" external flash/strobe use that
connects with pc sync cable.
Q: Does the C-4000 Zoom camera have a video output feature?
A: Yes, it supports both NTSC and PAL.
Q: Is sound recording available on the C-4000 Zoom?
A: No, the camera does not have a built-in microphone.
Please see the following chart for information on compression rates of images, file sizes of
images and storable images on a 16 and 32mb card.
Image Quality Setting
Record Mode
Still
picture
TIFF
(3:2) 2288x1520 1/1 1 3 10.4MB
SHQ
(3:2) 2288x1520 About 1/2.7 6 12 2.6MB
Enlargement
mode
HQ
Record
Size
2288x1712 1/1 1 2 11.8MB
2048x1536 1/1 1 3 9.4MB
1600x1200 1/1 2 5 5.8MB
1280x960 1/1 4 8 3.7MB
1024x768 1/1 6 13 2.4MB
640x480 1/1 16 33 920KB
2288x1712 About 1/2.9 5 11 2.7MB
3200x2400 About 1/2.7 2 5 5.7MB
2288x1712 About 1/8 16 32 980KB
Compression
Rate
Number of
images on a
16MB
Number of
Images on a
32MB
Image File
Size
(3:2) 2288x1520 About 1/8 18 36 870KB
Enlargement
mode
SQ1
SQ2 High quality
High quality About 1/2.7 6 13 2.3MB
Standard
High quality About 1/2.7 11 22 1.4MB
Standard
High quality About 1/2.7 17 34 910KB
Standard
3200x2400 About 1/8 8 16 1.9MB
2048x1536
About 1/8 20 40 790KB
1600x1200
About 1/8 32 64 480KB
1280x960
About 1/8 49 99 310KB
About 1/2.7 26 53 580KB
1024x768
Standard About 1/8 76 153 200KB
High quality About 1/2.7 66 132 230KB
640x480
Standard
HQ 320x240
picture
SQ 160x120
Q: In the Super Macro mode of the C-4000 Zoom, what is the minimum focusing distance to a
subject?
A: Shooting can be performed at a minimum focusing distance of 0.02m, at all zoom ranges from
wide to telephoto. An approximate 2.5cm x 3.75cm subject can be photographed within the frame at the
full telephoto position.
Q: Does the Olympus C-4000 Zoom camera support the new Exif image format standard?
A: Yes, the C-4000 Zoom supports Exif 2.2 image format. The Exif 2.2 image format records
data tags for specific camera settings and functions.
About 1/8 165 331 77KB
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