Olympus C-470, D-590 User Manual

Basic Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

D-590 ZOOM C-470 ZOOM X-500

ENGLISH....................... 2

FRANÇAIS .................. 28

ESPAÑOL ................... 54

DEUTSCH ................... 80

Contents

Unpacking the box contents....................................................................3

What can this camera do? ......................................................................4

Safety precautions ..................................................................................7

General precautions......................................................................7

FCC Notice ...................................................................................8

Attaching the strap ................................................................................10

Charging the battery..............................................................................11

Loading and removing the battery.........................................................12

Loading the battery .....................................................................12

Removing the battery..................................................................13

Inserting and removing the card............................................................15

xD-Picture Card ..........................................................................15

Inserting the card ........................................................................16

Removing the card......................................................................18

Power on/off..........................................................................................19

When taking pictures (Shooting mode).......................................19

When viewing pictures (Playback mode) ....................................20

Holding the camera correctly ................................................................21

Taking still pictures................................................................................22

Playing back still pictures......................................................................26

Information on OLYMPUS Master.........................................................27

Unpacking the box contents

If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer from whom you purchased the camera.

Digital camera Strap xD-Picture Card

Lithium ion battery

(LI-12B)

AV c able

Warranty card Registration card

Depending on the region where you purchased the camera, the box contents

differ.

Lithium ion battery

charger (LI-10C)

OLYMPUS Master

CD-ROM

USB cable

Basic Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

D-590 ZOOM C-470 ZOOM X-500

Basic manual (This manual)

Advanced manual

CD-ROM

What can this camera do?

The camera has 10 shooting scene modes. Just choose a desired shooting scene mode and press the shutter button to take pictures. The camera does all the rest.

NIGHT SCENE SELF PORTRAIT CUISINE

You can frame, take, and view your shots all on the very clear 1.8" monitor.

INDOOR LANDSCAPE + PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE

Pictures that you take will be recorded on the xD-Picture Card.

You can take a series of pictures for a panorama.

You can take successive pictures.

You can also record movies.

What can this camera do?

The camera can play back the pictures on TV.

When the camera is connected to a computer or printer...

Image data stored on the card can be transmitted or played back by installing supplied CD-ROM.

Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer, and you can print your pictures without the use of a computer.

Use the 3x optical zoom and digital zoom (total 12x seamless zoom) to get up close to the subject.

1x Optical

3x Optical 12x (Total seamless zoom)

For the details of the operation and advanced use of the camera, see the separate Advanced manual (PDF on included CD-ROM) which also describes about the installation of the software provided, error messages and troubleshooting.

For customers in North and South America

For customers in USA

Declaration of Conformity Model Number : D-590 ZOOM, C-470 ZOOM, X-500 Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Address : Two Corporate Center Drive, PO Box 9058,

Melville, NY 11747-9058 U.S.A.

Telephone Number : 1-631-844-5000

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) 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 of the 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.

Trademarks

• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their 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 Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

This manual describes about the basic operations of taking pictures and playing back

the pictures taken. For detailed functions and operations, please read the Advanced manual (CD-ROM).

Please thoroughly read the manuals before using the camera. When you plan to take

important pictures while travelling abroad for instance, make sure if the camera functions properly by taking a few trial pictures.

The monitor screen shots and the camera illustrations used in the manuals may differ

from the actual ones.

Safety precautions

Before using this camera, please thoroughly read the precautions hereinunder as well as “Precautions” for use shown in the Advanced manual.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Lightning flash with an arrowhead, enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock.

An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.

WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER 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 These Instructions — Save all safety and operating instructions for future

reference.

Heed Warnings — Read carefully and follow all warning labels on the product and those

described in the instructions.

Follow Instructions — Follow all instructions provided with this product. Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a

damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid 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 — Never use this product around water (near a bathtub, kitchen

sink, laundry tub, wet basement, swimming pool or in the rain).

Location — To avoid damage to the product and prevent personal injury, never place

this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, table or cart. Mount only on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Follow the instructions that describe how to safely mount the product, and use only the mounting devices recommended by the manufacturer.

Power Sources — Connect this product only to the power source described on the

product label. If you are not sure about the type of power supply in your home, consult your local power company. Refer to your operating instructions for information on using the product with a battery.

Safety precautions

Grounding, Polarization — If this product can be used with a specified AC adapter, the

adapter may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with one blade wider than the other). This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the power outlet only one way. If you cannot insert the plug into the wall outlet, pull it out, reverse it, and then reinsert it. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician and have the receptacle replaced.

Protecting the Power Cord — The power supply cord should be placed so it will not be

walked on. Never put a heavy object on the power cord or wrap it around the leg of a table or chair. Keep the area around the power cord connection points, at the power outlet, and at the product connection, free of all AC adapter or accessory power cords.

Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a specified AC adapter, remove it

from the wall outlet immediately. To avoid damage from unexpected power surges, always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the camera

when the camera is not in use.

Overloading — Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power strips, or other

power connection points with too many plugs.

Foreign Objects, Liquid Spillage — To avoid personal injury caused by fire or electrical

shock from contact with internal high voltage points, never insert a metal object into the product. Avoid using the product where there is a danger of spillage.

Heat — Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator, heat

Servicing — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Attempting to remove the covers

or disassemble the product, could expose you to dangerous high voltage points.

Damage Requiring Service — If you notice any of the conditions described below while

using a specified AC adapter, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel:

a) Liquid has been spilled onto the product or some other object has fallen into the

product. b) The product has been exposed to water. c) The product does not operate normally despite following operating instructions.

Adjust only the controls described in the operating instructions as improper

adjustment of other controls could damage the product and require extensive repair

work by a qualified technician. d) The product has been dropped or damaged in any way. e) The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, make sure that the service

center uses only parts with the same characteristics as the originals, as recommended by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitution of parts could result in fire, electrical shock, or create other hazards.

Safety Check — Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that the product is in good working order.

FCC Notice

Radio and Television Interference

Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 will not occur in a particular installation. If 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 the following measures:

Safety precautions

• Adjust or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB-enabled personal computers (PC).

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

Legal and other notices

Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefit

expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product.

Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit

expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or

concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to use these written materials or software or equipment. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability 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.

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 liability is assumed with respect to the use of the 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.

Attaching the strap

Thread the strap through the strap eyelet as shown.

Strap

Pull the strap tight, making sure that it is securely fastened and does not come loose.

Do not swing the camera around by the strap or pull the strap with excessive

force as this may cause the strap to break.

Attach the strap correctly so that it does not come off. Olympus is not

responsible for any damages if the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera is dropped.

Charging the battery

This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-12B). The battery is not fully charged when the camera is purchased. Fully charge the battery before first use.

Charging time Approx. 2 hours

Plug in the power cord in the sequence

Power cord for the battery charger

indicated by c and d.

Lithium ion battery charger (LI-10C)

AC wall outlet

Place the battery in the battery charger.

Insert as indicated by the arrow.

Lithium ion battery (LI-12B)

The indicator on the charger lights red and charging begins. Charging is finished when the indicator turns green.

The LI-10B Olympus lithium ion battery (sold separately) can also be used.

Use only the specified

charger.

We recommend that you

keep a spare battery (sold separately) with you if you are planning to use the camera for long periods or in a cold region.

The charger can be used within the range of AC100V to AC240V (50/60Hz).

Do not use voltage converters sold in stores traveling overseas as this could damage your charger.

When using the charger abroad, you may need a plug adapter to convert

the plug to the shape of the electrical outlet. For details, ask at your local electrical shop or travel agent.

Charge indicator Red: Charging Green: Charging is finished.

Loading and removing the battery

This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery. Check the following items before loading or removing the battery:

cThe lens barrier is closed. dThe monitor is off.

cLens barrier dMonitor

Loading the battery

Slide the battery compartment/card cover in the direction of A.

The cover is unlocked and opens in the direction of B.

Be sure to slide the cover using the ball of

your finger. Do not use your fingernails as this may cause injury.

Orient the battery as shown. Insert the battery into the slot until the battery is locked in position with the battery lock knob.

If the battery is not correctly

oriented and inserted, the battery compartment/card cover will not close.

Battery lock knob

Battery

Battery compartment/ card cover

Loading and removing the battery

Close the battery compartment/ card cover in the direction of C,

and slide in the direction of D.

Do not try to forcibly close the cover. The

cover closes easily when the battery is properly oriented and inserted. If the cover does not close easily, check the orientation of the battery.

For the number of storable pictures when a fully charged new battery is

used, see the “6. Appendix, Camera specifications” of the separate Advanced manual (CD-ROM).

Power is consumed continuously during the conditions described below.

This may drain the battery power more quickly.

• Repeated zoom adjustments.

• Repeated auto-focus by depressing the shutter button half-way.

• The camera is connected to a computer or printer.

Removing the battery

Slide the battery compartment/card cover in the direction of A.

The cover is unlocked and opens in the direction of B.

Battery compartment/ card cover

Be sure to slide the cover using the ball of

your finger. Do not use your fingernails as this may cause injury.

Loading and removing the battery

Slide the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow.

The battery will eject partially.

Pull the battery out.

Battery lock knob

Close the battery compartment/ card cover in the direction of C, and slide in the direction of D.

Inserting and removing the card

xD-Picture Card

This camera uses an xD-Picture Card to record pictures. “Card” in the manuals refer to the xD-Picture Card. Pictures recorded and stored on the picture card can be erased or transferred and edited on a computer.

You can use this space to briefly describe the contents of the picture card.

These are the contacts for reading the camera signals. Do not touch the gold area.

Compatible cards xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB)

This camera may not recognize a non-Olympus card or a card that was

formatted on another device (such as a computer). Before use, be sure to format the card on this camera. For details, see the Advanced manual (CD-ROM) supplied separately.

If a non-Olympus card is used, some functions of this camera cannot be

performed. We recommend that you use Olympus cards for this camera.

Inserting and removing the card

Inserting the card

This camera stores image data on an xD-Picture Card. No pictures can be stored unless a card has been inserted in the camera.

Check the following items before inserting or removing the card:

cThe lens barrier is closed.

dThe monitor is off.

cLens barrier dMonitor

Slide the battery compartment/card cover in the direction of A.

The cover is unlocked and opens in the direction of B.

Be sure to slide the cover using the ball of

your finger. Do not use your fingernails as this may cause injury.

Battery compartment/ card cover

Inserting and removing the card

Orient the card and insert it into the spring-loaded card slot as shown.

The card will lock into place when fully inserted.

Card

Push the card in as far as it will go.

The card can only be inserted one way; inserting it with incorrect

orientation or obliquely may cause damage to the connectors and the card may get stuck in the camera.

If the card is not fully inserted in place, the pictures may not be stored

on the card.

Close the battery compartment/ card cover in the direction of C,

and slide in the direction of D.

Inserting and removing the card

Removing the card

Open the battery compartment/card cover.

Push the card all the way in to unlock it, then release your finger slowly to let the card eject slowly.

The card will eject partially.

Do not push the card in with a hard or

pointed item such as a ballpoint pen.

Releasing your finger quickly after pushing

the card in may cause it to shoot out of the slot.

Remove the card.

Never open the battery compartment/card

cover while the camera is turned on. Such action could destroy all the data on the card. Once destroyed, data cannot be restored.

Do not place any sticker on the picture

cards. Doing so may cause the picture card get stuck in the camera and will not eject.

Power on/off

The camera can be turned on by different operation in “shooting mode” or “playback mode.”

When you use the camera for the first time, the message saying [Y/M/D]

appears on the monitor. For the details of the setting procedure, see the separate Advanced manual (CD-ROM).

Never open the battery compartment/card cover, or connect or disconnect the

battery or AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Such actions could destroy all the data on the card. Once destroyed, data cannot be restored.

When taking pictures (Shooting mode)

How to turn the camera on

Î Slide the power switch to ON.

The lens barrier opens, the lens extends, and the subject is displayed on the monitor.

If the lens does not extend even when the lens barrier is opened, there is a possibility that the power switch is not fully set to the ON position. Slide the power switch to the ON position correctly.

Power switch

Monitor

To save battery power, the camera automatically enters the sleep mode and

stops operation after about 3 minutes of non-operation. Press any button such as the zoom button to activate the camera again.

To save battery power, the camera automatically turns off after about 15

minutes of non-operation. To recover the function, slide the power switch to the OFF position by following “How to turn the camera off,” then turn the camera on again.

Power on/off

How to turn the camera off

Î Slide the power switch

until it slightly clicks. After retracting the lens, slide the power switch to the OFF position.

The monitor turns off.

Do not slide the power switch directly to the OFF position. Doing so may

cause damage to the camera.

When viewing pictures (Playback mode)

Stop sliding the switch.

After retracting the lens

Slide to OFF.

How to turn the camera on

Î When the power switch is set to

the OFF position, press the playback (q) button.

The picture you have just taken is displayed.

To save battery power, the camera

automatically turns off after about 3 minutes of non-operation.

If the playback button is pressed in shooting mode, the camera can display

the pictures (QUICK VIEW). To return to shooting mode, press the playback button or press the shutter button half-way down.

How to turn the camera off

Î Press the playback (q) button

again.

The monitor turns off.

Playback (q) button

Monitor

Holding the camera correctly

When taking pictures, hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving. It may cause camera movement, extending your arms or not keeping your elbows at your sides.

Horizontal grip

Vertical grip

Incorrect grip

Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens, flash, and microphone.

Taking still pictures

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The following section describes how to take pictures using the monitor.

(

AF target mark

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2020

Green lamp

Flash standby/ flash charging

For details regarding the display on the monitor, please refer to the Advanced manual (CD-ROM).

Slide the power switch to ON.

When power is turned on, the lens barrier opens, the lens extends, and the monitor turns on automatically.

Card access mark

Power switch

Monitor

Taking still pictures

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Confirm on the monitor that the battery check indicator is e (green).

Battery check

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Battery check

The battery check indicator changes as follows.

e Lights (Green) Pictures can be taken.

f Lights (Red)

[BATTERY EMPTY] is displayed.

Place the AF target mark on the subject.

The battery is running low. Replace with a charged battery or charge the battery.

The battery is exhausted. Replace with a charged battery or charge the battery.

AF target mark

The number of remaining pictures is displayed on the monitor.

2272*1704

If the monitor is hard to see:

Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may

cause vertical lines to appear on the monitor screen.

When you point the camera lens toward a bright subject, lines like beams of

light (smears) may appear on the image in the monitor. This does not affect recorded pictures.

Number of shootable still pictures

2020

Taking still pictures

2272*1704

1111

Press the shutter button halfway.

When the focus and exposure are locked, the green lamp lights steadily.

When the flash is going to fire, the flash standby indicator lights. If the green lamp blinks, this means that the focus is not yet locked. Press

the shutter button half-way again.

Press the shutter button all the way (fully) down to take the picture.

The picture is stored on the card.

The card access mark (X) on the monitor blinks red while the picture is

being stored on the card.

Never open the battery compartment/card cover, or connect or disconnect

the battery or AC adapter while the card access mark (X) on the monitor is blinking. The picture just taken may not be stored and also the data of the pictures stored on the card may be lost.

Memory gauge

The memory gauge lights up when you take a picture. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture on the card. When the memory gauge is fully lit (as shown on right), no more pictures can be taken. Wait until the gauge turns off before taking the next picture.

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Memory gauge

To turn the camera off, slide the power switch until it slightly clicks. After retracting the lens, slide the power switch to the OFF position.

Taking still pictures

The monitor turns off.

Do not slide the power switch directly to the OFF position. Doing so may

cause damage to the camera.

Stop sliding the switch.

After retracting the lens

Slide to OFF.

Playing back still pictures

When the playback mode is activated, the last picture taken is displayed on the monitor.

When the power switch is set to

Playback (q) button

the OFF position, press the playback (q) button.

Playback mode is selected and the last picture taken is displayed on the monitor.

Monitor

In shooting mode, pressing the playback button displays the pictures.

(QUICK VIEW)

The shooting information on the monitor disappears after 3 seconds.

Press a, c, b or d (arrow pads) to switch the pictures.

Jumps to the picture 10 frames back.

Displays the previous picture.

Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead.

Displays the next picture.

Press the playback (q) button to turn the camera off.

If the picture is displayed by pressing the playback button while taking

pictures, the mode can be changed back to shooting mode by the following operation.

Press the playback button or press the shutter button half-way down.

Information on OLYMPUS Master

The OLYMPUS Master is an application software for editing and controlling the pictures taken with the camera on your computer.

Using this software, you can sort and control various pictures taken just like you could with photo albums. Also, you can easily transfer the pictures from the camera then edit or print them as you like.

In the separate Advanced manual, the following detailed information is available.

Note: The Advanced manual is located on the CD-ROM.

• Installing OLYMPUS Master.

• Connecting the camera to your computer.

• Transferring the pictures from the camera to your computer.

• Playing back the pictures and movies on your computer.

On OLYMPUS Master, you can register the users of the camera and OLYMPUS Master on-line. When you have registered the users, you can get information of the software and firmware.

For the detailed operations of the OLYMPUS Master, refer to the “Help” section and the operation manual of the OLYMPUS Master provided.

Table des matières

Déballage du contenu du carton ...........................................................29

Quelles sont les fonctions de cet appareil photo ?................................30

Consignes de sécurité...........................................................................33

Consignes générales ..................................................................33

Avis de la FCC............................................................................34

Fixation de la courroie...........................................................................36

Recharge de la batterie.........................................................................37

Mise en place et retrait de la batterie ....................................................38

Mise en place de la batterie ........................................................38

Retrait de la batterie....................................................................39

Insertion et retrait de la carte ................................................................41

xD-Picture Card ..........................................................................41

Insertion de la carte ....................................................................42

Retrait de la carte........................................................................44

Mise en marche/arrêt ............................................................................45

Lorsque vous prenez des photos (mode prise de vue)...............45

Pendant l’affichage des photos (mode affichage).......................46

Comment tenir l’appareil photo .............................................................47

Prise de vues fixes ................................................................................48

Affichage d’images fixes .......................................................................52

Informations sur OLYMPUS Master......................................................53

Déballage du contenu du carton

Si un élément est manquant ou endommagé, contactez le revendeur de l’appareil photo.

Appareil photo

numérique

Batterie lithium ion

(LI-12B)

Câble AV

Carte de garantie Carte d’enregistrement

Le contenu du carton peut varier selon la région où vous avez acheté l’appareil

photo.

Courroie xD-Picture Card

Chargeur de la batterie

lithium ion (LI-10C)

CD-ROM

OLYMPUS Master

Câble USB

Basic Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

D-590 ZOOM C-470 ZOOM X-500

Manuel de base

(Ce manuel)

CD-ROM du

Manuel avancé

Quelles sont les fonctions de cet appareil photo ?

L’appareil photo propose 10 modes de scènes de prise de vue. Sélectionnez simplement le mode de scène de prise de vue de votre choix et appuyez sur le déclencheur pour prendre des photos. L’appareil photo se charge du reste.

SCENE NUIT AUTO-PORTRAIT CUISINE

INTERIEUR PAYSG + PORTRT PAYSAGE

Vous pouvez cadrer, prendre et afficher vos photos sur l’écran ACL 1,8" particulièrement lumineux.

Vous pouvez prendre une série de photos pour un panorama.

Vous pouvez prendre des vues successives.

Les photos sont enregistrées sur la carte xDPicture Card.

Vous pouvez aussi enregistrer des vidéos.

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