Olympus C770 User Manual

Download

DIGITAL CAMERA

C-770 Ultra Zoom

REFERENCE MANUAL

CAMERA OPERATION MANUAL

Explanation of digital camera functions and operating instructions.

DIGITAL CAMERA - PC CONNECTION

OPERATION MANUAL

Explanation of how to download images between your digital camera and PC.

DIGITAL CAMERA

C-770 Ultra Zoom

REFERENCE MANUAL

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.

In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the

right to update or modify information contained in this manual.

For customers in North and South America

For customers in USA

Declaration of Conformity Model Number : C-770 Ultra Zoom

Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc. Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York

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.

RM-2 (Remote control)

11747-3157 U.S.A.

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).

How to use this manual

This manual contains a list of contents, an index and a list of menus to enable you to easily find the function that you want to use or find out more about.

Using the list of contents g P.6

All the titles in the manual are listed here, grouped into chapters. There is a chapter containing information to read before using your camera for the first time, a chapter that describes basic shooting procedures, etc.

For example....

when you want to view a picture that you have taken

Go to Chapter 7 Playback and look for the page

titled “Viewing still pictures....124”.

Using the index g P.229

The index lists the camera’s functions, parts and terms used in this manual in alphabetical order. When you come across a word in the manual that you do not understand or when you want to find a certain term, use the index to find the page(s) where it is used.

For example....

when you want to know more about ESP metering

Go to the index at the end of the manual and look

under E for “ESP metering....85, 220”.

Using the list of menus g P.223

The camera's menus are listed in the form of a tree according to tab and show the setting options for each available function. First find the menu you are looking for, and then look for the reference page number for each function.

For example....

when you want to find out which setting to choose for WB

Go through the menus until you find WB and look for the reference page number.

How to use this manual

A sample page is shown below to explain how to read the instructions in this manual. Look at it carefully before taking or viewing pictures. See the reference pages for further details on how to use the power switch or menus.

Slide the power switch to one of these symbols.

“Power on/off” (P.25)

2 If you set the power switch to K in step 1, set the mode dial to

one of these symbols.

“Shooting modes” (P.47)

This shows the buttons and button positions for the function concerned.

3 Follow the arrows to perform menu operations.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

This sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.

Composition of the manual

Introduction of the camera’s functions

Basic Photography

Advanced Photography

To get that particular shot using various effects or for fine-tuning the settings.

For playing back and editing pictures

Settings that make the camera easier to operate.

Printing pictures

Troubleshooting and other information

Contents

Names of parts

Getting started

Using the menus

Shooting basics

Flash

Advanced shooting

Adjusting the image quality and exposure

Playback

Useful functions

Print setting (DPOF)

Direct printing (PictBridge)

Miscellaneous

List of menus

Index

P.6

P.12

P.18

P.34

P.47

P.61

P.73

P.106

P.124

P.147

P.173

P.184

P.200

P.223

P.229

How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Composition of the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Viewfinder and monitor indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Memory gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Battery check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

1 Getting started 18

Attaching the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Battery/card basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Card basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Inserting and removing the battery and card. . . . . . . . . . . 21

Using an AC adapter (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Startup/Shutdown screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

If the card is not recognized (card check) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Selecting a language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Holding the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

2 Using the menus 34

About the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

How to use the menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Shortcut menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Mode Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

3 Shooting basics 47

Shooting modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Taking still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Contents

If correct focus cannot be obtained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Using the Focus Lock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Subjects that are difficult to focus on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Recording movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Using the optical zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

SUPER ZOOM – Using the super zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

4 Flash 61

Flash shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Using the slow synchronization flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Flash intensity control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

External flash (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Using the external flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Using commercially available external flashes . . . . . . . . . 71

Compatible external flashes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

5 Advanced shooting 73

A/S/M mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Aperture priority shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Shutter priority shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Manual shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Using My Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Focusing applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

AF MODE – Changing the focus range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

FULLTIME AF – A reliable time-saving way to focus . . . . 79

AF AREA – Changing the position of the AF target mark

AF LOCK – Locking the focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Manual focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Spot metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

MULTI METERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

. . . 80

Contents

AE LOCK – Locking the exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Macro mode shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Super macro mode shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Self-timer shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Remote control shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Sequential shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting

and AF sequential shooting . . . . . 95

Auto bracketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

PANORAMA – Panorama shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

2 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

FUNCTION – Adding special effects to pictures . . . . . . . . . . 102

Recording sound with still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Recording sound with movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Using commercially available external microphones. . . . . . . 105

Adjusting the image quality and exposure

Record mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Still Picture Record Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Movie Record Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Selecting a record mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

ISO sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Exposure compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Auto white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Preset white balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

One-touch white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

White balance adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

SHARPNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

CONTRAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

SATURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

NOISE REDUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

REDUCE FLICKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Histogram display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

106

Contents

7 Playback 124

Viewing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

QUICK VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Close-up playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Index display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Selecting the number of pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Viewing movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Editing movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

INDEX – Creating an index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

EDIT – Editing a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Playback on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Picture rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Recording sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Resizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Protecting pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

SWITCH FRAME – Playing back only protected pictures . . . 144

Erasing pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Single-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

All-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

8 Useful functions 147

ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

CUSTOM BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Setting the custom button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Using the custom button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

SHORT CUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Setting the shortcut menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Using the shortcut menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

MY MODE SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

CARD SETUP – Formatting cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

Contents

Information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Monitor/viewfinder brightness adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 161

REC VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

SLEEP – Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

SHUTTER SOUND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

VOLUME – Playback volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

POWER ON/OFF SETUP – Power on/off

display/sound setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

SCREEN SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

FILE NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

PIXEL MAPPING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Measurement units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

VIDEO OUT – Video output selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

9 Print setting (DPOF) 173

How to print pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

All-frame reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Single-frame reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Resetting print reservation data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

10 Direct printing (PictBridge) 184

Using the direct printing function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Connecting the camera to a printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Printing pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Easy printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

PRINT mode/MULTI PRINT mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

ALL PRINT mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

ALL INDEX mode/PRINT ORDER mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Trim the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

Exiting direct printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

If an error code is displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Contents

11 Miscellaneous 200

Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

List of factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

Modes and Shooting Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

Camera maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the

remote control device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

List of menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229

Indications used in this manual

Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations

Note

that should be absolutely avoided. Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out

of your camera. Reference pages describing details or associated information.

Names of parts

Camera

Remote control receiver gP.93

Zoom lever (W/T•GU) gP.58, 126, 127

Shutter button gP.51

Mode dial gP.47

Lens

Self-timer/Remote control lamp g

Flash gP.61

Hot shoe gP.69

Strap eyelet gP.18

Microphone

Speaker

P.92, 93

P.103, 104, 139

DC-IN jack gP.24

USB connector

A/V OUT jack (MONO)

P.137

Connector cover gP.24, 137, 185

gP.185

Viewfinder gP.14, 32, 51, 161 Diopter adjustment dial gP.32

AE Lock/Custom button (x)

P.81, 86, 88, 149

Rotation button (y) gP.138

Self-timer/Remote control button (Z)

P.92, 93

Erase button (S) gP.145

Arrow pad (acbd) gP.34, 124

OK/Menu button (e) gP.34 Monitor button (f) gP.51 Power switch gP.25 Monitor g P.14, 51, 161

Names of parts

Flash mode button (#)

P.61

g Protect button (0)

P.143

Flash button gP.61

Card access lamp gP.51

QUICK VIEW button

P.125

Tripod socket

Battery compartment/card cover gP.21

Names of parts

0.0

2288 1712

00:36

0.0

MPEG4

Viewfinder and monitor indications

INFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the screen. Screens with the Information display set to ON are shown below. g“Information display” (P.160)

zShooting modes

0.0

2288 1712

MPEG4

Still picture Movie

Item Indications

Shooting modes P, A, S, M, N, o, m, L, K, J, I,

s, P

Shutter speed 15" – 1/1000 P.75

Aperture value F2.8 – F8.0 P.74

Exposure compensation Exposure differential

Battery check e, f P.17

Green lamp | P.52

Flash stand-by Camera movement

-2.0 – +2.0

-3.0 – +3.0

# (Lights) # (Blinks)

warning/Flash charge

Macro mode Super macro mode Manual focus

Noise reduction O P.120

& %

0.0

00:36

Ref.

Page

P.47

P.112

P.76

P.63

P.90 P.91 P.83

Names of parts

Item Indications

Flash mode !, #, $, #SLOW1, HSLOW1,

Flash intensity control

Drive o, j, i, k, BKT P.95

Self-timer Remote controlY<

Sound record R P.103,

Record mode TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2, MPEG4 P.106

Resolution 2288 × 1712, 1280 × 960, 640 × 480 etc. P.108

AF target mark

Number of storable still pictures Time remaining3000:36

AE lock AE memory

Spot metering n P.85

ISO ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 P.111

White balance 5, 3, 1, w, x, y, V P.113

White balance adjustment

Saturation 6 -5 – +5 P.119

Sharpness N -5 – +5 P.117

Contrast J -5 – +5 P.118

Memory gauge a, b, c, d P.17

#SLOW2 w -2.0 – +2.0

[ ]

B C

B1 – B7, R1 – R7

Ref.

Page

P.61

P.68

P.92 P.93

104, 139

P.51

P.108

P.56

P.88

P.116

Names of parts

'04.06.17 15:30

0.0

2288*1712

'04.06.177 1 1

5:30

00:00/00:20

640

480

MPEG4

zPlayback mode

12 345

2288*1712

'04.06.17 15:30

0.0 '04.06.1

MPEG4

640

480

5:30

00:00/00:20

Still picture Movie

Item Indications

Battery check e, f P.17

Switch frame J P.144

Print reservation,

< × 10

Number of prints Movie

Sound record H P.103

Protect 9 P.143

Record mode TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2, MPEG4 P.106

Resolution 2288 × 1712, 1280 × 960, 640 × 480,

320 × 240 etc.

Aperture value F2.8 – F8.0 P.74

Shutter speed 15" – 1/1000 P.75

Exposure

-2.0 – +2.0

compensation

White balance WB AUTO, 5, 3, 1, w, x, y, V P.113

ISO ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 P.111

Date and time ’04.06.17 15:30 P.30

File number, Frame number Playing time/ Total recording time

FILE : 100 – 0030, 30

00:00/00:20

6 7

11 13 14

Ref.

Page

P.175

P.130

P.108

P.112

P.169

P.131

•

Note

The indications that appear on a movie picture that has been selected and displayed from the index display are different from those that appear when the movie picture is displayed using the movie playback function.

Names of parts

2288 1712

zMemory gauge

The memory gauge lights up when you take a still picture. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture on the card. The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status. The indication is not displayed during movie recording.

Shoot Shoot Shoot

a b c d

Before

shooting

(Gauge is off)

One picture

taken

(Lit)

Two or more

taken

(Lit)

Battery check

2288 1712

Memory gauge

Wait

No more pictures

can be taken

(Fully lit) Wait until the gauge returns to the status on the left to take the next shot.

zBattery check

If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication changes as follows when the camera is turned on or while the camera is in use.

(Goes off after a while)

Remaining power level: high

Lights (green)

Blinks (red)

Remaining power level: low Charge the battery.

BATTERY EMPTY is displayed.

Remaining power level: exhausted Charge the battery.

1 Getting started

Attaching the strap

1 Pass the lens cap string through

the hole in the lens cap, then pass the other end through the loop and pull tight.

2 Pull the ends of the strap out of the

stopper and ring.

Getting started

3 Thread one end of the strap (A)

through the string loop (attached to the lens cap in step 1. Then thread it through the strap eyelet on the camera.

4 Thread the end of the strap back

through the ring and stopper as indicated by the arrows. Adjust the strap to the desired length.

5 Pull the strap through the stopper

(B) to make sure it is fastened securely.

6 Attach the strap to the other eyelet

following steps 3 to 5.

Ring

Stopper

Strap eyelet

• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera, as it can easily catch on stray objects, causing injury or damage.

Note

• Attach the strap correctly as shown above so that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any damages.

Battery/card basics

Charging the battery

This camera uses an Olympus lithium-ion battery (LI-10B). Other types of batteries cannot be used. The battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to use the specified battery charger (LI-10C) to charge the battery before use. For more information, read the manual supplied with the battery charger.

1 Connect the power

cord to the power connector on the battery charger.

2 Plug the power cord

into an AC wall outlet.

AC wall outlet

Getting started

3 Insert the battery into

the battery charger while aligning the +

- marks on both the battery and battery charger.

• The charging indicator lights red and charging begins.

• When charging is complete, the indicator lights green.

Lithium-ion battery (LI-10B)

Battery polarity

Charging indicator

Connection terminals

Battery/card basics

• Charging of the battery usually takes 2 hours. Charging may be completed quickly depending on how much

Note

battery power remains.

• Do not use a battery charger other than the specified battery charger.

• If the charging indicator blinks red, this may indicate that the battery is not properly attached or that the battery has malfunctioned.

•

Getting started

Charging of the battery may cause noise on a television or radio sharing the same wall outlet; however, this is not a malfunction. If this should happen, plug the battery charger into a separate wall outlet.

• The battery may become hot during charging; however, this does not indicate a malfunction.

• This battery charger is guaranteed to operate within an ambient temperature range of 0°C to 40°C. To ensure maximum performance of the battery charger, however, you are recommended to use it between 10°C and 30°C.

• When using the battery charger in a foreign country, be sure to use a travel converter that matches the wall outlet in the area the camera is being used. Please consult a travel agency for more information on travel converters.

Card basics

“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card to record pictures. The card corresponds to normal camera film for recording the pictures you have taken. Pictures recorded and stored on the card can easily be erased, overwritten, and/or edited on a PC.

c Index area

You can write down the card’s contents.

d Contact area

Comes into contact with the camera’s signal read contacts.

Compatible cards

• xD-Picture Card (16 – 512MB)

•

This camera may not recognize a non-Olympus card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as a PC, etc.). Before use, be

Note

sure to format the card on this camera. Formatting cards” (P.158)

“CARD SETUP –

Battery/card basics

Inserting and removing the battery and card

1 Make sure the camera is turned off.

• The power switch is set to OFF.

• The monitor is off.

• The viewfinder is off.

• The lens is not extended.

2 Slide the battery compartment/card

cover in the direction of A, then lift

in the direction of B.

• Use the ball of your finger to slide the cover. Do not use your fingernail as this could result in injury.

3 Loading the battery

Align the battery as shown and insert it into the battery compartment until the battery is locked in position with the battery lock knob.

Getting started

Removing the battery Slide the knob in the direction of the

Battery lock knob

arrow. When the battery is ejected, pull it out of the battery compartment.

Low battery warning

The amount of power consumed varies considerably depending on the operations performed on the digital camera. If you use an exhausted battery, the camera may turn off without displaying the battery level warning (P.17).

Battery/card basics

Note

Getting started

• The life of the battery may vary according to the shooting conditions, etc.

• The amount of power consumed by the camera varies considerably depending on shooting conditions, etc.

• Power is consumed continuously during the conditions described below. This discourages the power to last longer.

• When the monitor is turned on.

• When the monitor is in the playback mode for an extended period of time.

• Repeated zoom adjustments.

• Repeated auto-focus by depressing the shutter button halfway.

• When the FULLTIME AF mode is turned on.

• When connected to a computer or printer.

Inserting a card Insert the card in the appropriate direction.

• Insert the card while keeping it straight.

• Inserting the card the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the card to jam.

• If the card is not inserted all the way, data may not be written to the card.

Contact area

Notch

Removing the card Push the card all the way in to unlock it, then let it return slowly.

• The card is ejected a short way and then stops. Hold the card straight and pull it out.

Battery/card basics

Getting started

4 Close the battery compartment/card cover

in direction C and then slide it in the

direction shown D.

Notes for removing the card

Releasing your finger quickly after pushing the card all the way in may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.

• Do not press on the card with hard or pointed items such as ballpoint pens.

Note

• Never open the battery compartment/card cover, or remove the card or the battery while the camera is turned on. Doing so could destroy the data stored on the card. Once destroyed, data cannot be restored.

• Do not place a sticker or label on the card as this could prevent the card from being ejected.

Using an AC adapter (optional)

An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer. An optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the area the camera is being used. Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or service center for details.

Getting started

AC wall outlet

Power plug

Connection

AC adapter

• If the battery power runs out while the camera is connected to a computer or printer, the image data may be lost or damaged. It is

Note

recommended you use the AC adapter when connected to a computer or printer. Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is connected to a computer or printer.

• Do not remove or load the battery or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Doing so could affect the camera’s internal settings or functions.

• When using an AC adapter, power is supplied to the camera by the AC adapter even if the battery is loaded in the camera. The AC adapter does not charge the battery in the camera.

cord plug

DC-IN jack (black)

Connector cover

Power on/off

1 Press the tabs on the lens cap as

indicated by the arrows and remove the lens cap.

2 Slide the power switch to q, K

Mode dial

or n.

• The camera and the monitor turn on.

• The mode in which the camera turns on varies depending on the position of the power switch. When the power is turned on in the shooting mode, the lens extends.

Shooting modes

K : For taking still pictures. Use the

mode dial to select a shooting mode.

g“Shooting modes” (P.47)

n : For recording movies.

g“Recording movies” (P.56)

Playback mode

q : For displaying the pictures you have

taken. g“Viewing still pictures” (P.124)

Power switch

3 To turn the camera off, slide the power switch to OFF.

Getting started

Power on/off

TIPS

•In n or q mode, there is no need to set the mode dial. The

camera will record movies or play back pictures regardless of the position of the mode dial.

• To save battery power, the camera automatically enters the sleep mode and stops the operation after about 3 minutes of nonoperation. The camera activates again as soon as you operate the

Getting started

shutter button or zoom lever. The sleep time interval can be set in any shooting mode. g“SLEEP – Sleep Timer” (P.163)

• If the camera is continuously used for a long period of time, the internal temperature of the camera may rise. In such cases, the

Note

power may automatically turn off. Please wait before using again. (Ex: When shooting MPEG4)

• If the camera is subjected to strong vibrations or shocks while it is turned on, the camera may immediately turn off and reset the date and other settings.

Startup/Shutdown screen

You can register a picture that will be displayed on the monitor and sound that will be played when turning the camera on or off. (P.167) You can also adjust the volume of the sound. (P.166)

Startup/Shutdown screen

(Factory default setting)

Power on/off

If the card is not recognized (card check)

When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically. If there is no card in the camera or a card that is not supported by this camera is inserted, the following screen is displayed.

Monitor indication Corrective action

There is no card in the camera or the card is not

NO CARD

CARD%SEtUP

POWER%OFF

FORMAt

SELECt

FORMAt

CAUtION ERASING%ALL

YES

SELECt

• All data stored on the card is erased when the card is formatted.

Note

inserted properly. → Insert a card or remove the card and insert it

again correctly.

The card cannot record, play back or erase pictures. Format the card or replace it with a new one.

→ Press ac to select POWER OFF, then press

e. Replace the card with a new one.

→ Format the card.

Press ac to select I FORMAT, then press e to display the confirmation screen. Select YES and press e. Formatting starts. If the card was successfully formatted, the camera is ready to take pictures.

Getting started

Selecting a language

ENGLISH

3 MIN

ENGLISH

You can select a language for on-screen display. This reference manual shows the English on-screen display in the illustrations and explanations. Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.

1 Slide the power switch to K to

turn the camera on.

• Set the mode dial to any setting except

Getting started

2 Press e.

• The top menu is displayed.

3 Press d on the arrow pad to select

MODE MENU.

4 Press ac to select the SETUP

tab, then press d.

SETUP tab

5 Press ac to select W, then

press d.

• The green frame moves to the selected item.

Power switch

ESP

Top menu

ALL RESEt

CAMPIC

SEtUP

OFF

CARD

REC VIEW

SEtUP

SLEEP

ALL RESEt

CAMPIC

SEtUP

OFF

CARD

REC VIEW

SEtUP

SLEEP

Mode dial

Arrow pad

OK button

MODE MENU

ON ENGLISH

ON 3 MIN

ON ENGLISH

ON 3 MIN

6 Press ac to select a language,

then press e.

7 Press e again to exit the menu. 8 To turn the camera off, slide the

power switch to OFF.

Selecting a language

ENGLISH

FRANCAIS

DEUtSCH ESPAÑOL

SELECt

Power switch

e button

Getting started

Setting the date and time

ENGLISH

3 MIN

'04.01.01

00.00

RESEt

1 Slide the power switch to K to

turn the camera on.

Getting started

2 Press e.

• The top menu is displayed.

3 Press d on the arrow pad to select

MODE MENU.

• When the mode dial is set to h, press

c and go to Step 6.

4 Press ac to select the SETUP

tab, then press d.

SETUP tab

5 Press ac to select X, then

press d.

• The green frame moves to the selected item.

Power switch

Arrow pad

OK button

ESP

MODE MENU

Top menu

ALL RESEt

CAMPIC

SEtUP

OFF

CARD

REC VIEW

SEtUP

SLEEP

MY MODE SEtUP

CAMPIC

FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING

CARD

SEtUP

'04.01.01

Mode dial

ON ENGLISH

ON 3 MIN

RESEt

00.00

Setting the date and time

2004

6 Press ac to select one of the

following date formats: Y-M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/ Day/Year), D-M-Y (Day/Month/Year). Then press d.

• Move to the year setting.

• The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time settings are set to Y-M-D.

2004

Y M D

SELECt

SEt

7 Press ac to set the year, then

press d to move to the month setting.

• To move back to the previous setting, press b.

• The first two digits of the year are fixed.

SELECt

202004

SEt

8 Repeat this procedure until the date and time are

completely set.

• The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. Consequently, 2 p.m. is displayed as 14:00.

9 Press e.

• For a more accurate setting, press e when the time signal hits 00 seconds.

Power switch

10 To turn the camera off, slide the

power switch to OFF.

Getting started

e button

• The date and time settings will be returned to the factory default settings if the camera is left without the battery for approximately

Note

one day. The settings will be canceled more quickly if the battery was only loaded in the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking important pictures, check that the date and time settings are correct.

Adjusting the viewfinder

To make the camera easier to use, adjust the viewfinder to match the eyesight (visual acuity) of the person using the camera.

1 Slide the power switch to K.

• The camera and the monitor turn on.

Getting started

2 Press f.

• The monitor turns off and the viewfinder turns on.

3 While looking through the

viewfinder, slowly turn the diopter adjustment dial.

4 Turn the dial until the AF target

mark can be seen clearly.

Viewfinder

Power switch

f button

Diopter adjustment dial

AF target mark

Mode dial

Holding the camera

Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving. When taking pictures in the vertical position, hold the camera in a position as shown in the illustration. For the best results, hold camera so that flash is positioned higher than the lens. Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash.

Horizontal grip Vertical grip

Top view

Do not hold this part of the lens.

• Clear pictures cannot be obtained if the camera moves as the shutter button is pressed. Hold the camera correctly, and press the

Note

shutter button gently.

Getting started

2 Using the menus

OFF

AUtO

ESP

About the menus

When you turn on the camera and press e, the top menu is displayed on the monitor. The functions of this camera are set from the menus. This chapter explains how the menus work, using the P screens in K mode.

The top menu is displayed.

Press e.

Using the menus

SHORTCUT MENUS

• Take you directly to the setting screens.

• Display operational buttons at the bottom of the screen. The functions registered in the

• shortcut menus can also be accessed from the MODE MENU.

• The functions registered in the shortcut menus can be changed in K mode (except h). g“SHORT CUT” (P.152)

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

ISO

HI AF BKt

Top menu

ESP

MODE MENU

Use the arrow pad to select a menu.

MODE MENU

• Lets you access the menu selections to set the ISO, sharpness, etc.

• Categorizes the settings into 4 tabs.

• Press ac to select a tab and display the associated menu items.

• There is no mode menu for h in K mode.

Tab

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

ESP OFF

AUtO

How to use the menus

ON ENGLISH

ON 3 MIN

OFF

AUtO

ESP

HQ AUtO

1 Press e to display the top

menu, then press d.

2 Press ac to select

a tab, then press d.

Top menu CAMERA tab

ESP

MODE MENU

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

ISO

PICTURE tab

CAM

WB AUtO

PICtURE

SHARPNESS

CARDSEt

CONtRASt

CARD tab

CAM PIC

CARD SEt

SETUP tab

ALL RESEt

CAMPIC

CARD

SEtUP

CARD%SEtUP

REC VIEW

SLEEP

Arrow pad

OK/Menu button

ESP OFF

AUtO

ON ENGLISH

SEtUP

OFF

ON 3 MIN

continued overleaf g

Press b to return to the tab selection screen.

Using the menus

How to use the menus

ESP OFF

AUtO

CAMERA

ESP OFF

AUtO

3 Press ac to select the

item, then press d.

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

Using the menus

A/S/M

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

The green frame moves to the selected item.

• Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed.

Note

• If you want to save the settings after the camera is turned off, set ALL RESET to OFF. g“ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings” (P.147)

ESP OFF

AUtO

ESP OFF

AUtO

4 Press ac to select a

setting. Press e to complete setting. Press e again to exit the menu and return to shooting status.

Slider bar This is also displayed on other pages with settings.

b or e

To return to select an item, press b or e.

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

OFF

Shortcut menus

The menu that is displayed varies depending on the position of the power switch. In K mode, the menu that is displayed also varies depending on the position of the mode dial.

zK mode

h i j k l m

o r p P

DRIVE

CARD SEtUP

DRIVE

Selects a shooting mode from o (single-frame shooting), j (sequential shooting), i (high speed sequential shooting), k (AF sequential shooting) and 7 (auto bracketing).

ESP/5

Selects the metering method (ESP, 5 or MULTI). P.85

Selects the image quality and resolution from TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2.

Used to take pictures of a close subject. Selects OFF, & or %.P.90

Sets the date and time. P.30

CARD SETUP

Formats a card. P.158

ESP

MODE MENU

(Factory default setting)

P.95

P.106

Using the menus

Shortcut menus

zn mode

DIGItAL ZOOM

MODE MENU

DIGITAL ZOOM

Using the menus

Extends the maximum optical zoom, making possible up to approx. 40× zoom.

Selects the image quality and resolution from MPEG4, SHQ, HQ and SQ.

Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source. P.113

P.60

P.106

Shortcut menus

zq mode

Still picture Movie

MOVIE PLAY

INFO

Runs through all saved pictures one after another. P.129

MOVIE PLAY

MOVIE PLAYBACK

INDEX

EDIT Edits a movie. P.135

INFO

Displays all the shooting information on the monitor. P.160

SWITCH FRAME

Selects ALL to display all images or 0 to display only protected images.

MODE MENU

SWItCH FRAME

Plays back movies.

Creates an index picture of a movie in 9 frames.

INFO

MODE MENU

SWItCH FRAME

P.130

P.133

P.144

Using the menus

TIPS

• The functions registered in the shortcut menus can also be accessed from the MODE MENU. The functions registered in the shortcut menus can be changed in K mode (except h). g“SHORT CUT” (P.152)

Mode Menus

OFF

AUtO

ESP

The MODE MENU has 4 tabs. Press ac to select a tab and display the associated menu items.

zK mode

CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab

Using the menus

CAMERA tab

ESP/5

DRIVE

ISO

A/S/M

r1/2/3/4

#SLOW

NOISE REDUCTION

DIGITAL ZOOM

ISO

ESP OFF

AUtO

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

Selects the metering method (ESP, 5 or MULTI).

Used to take pictures of a close subject. Selects OFF, &, %.

Selects a shooting mode from o (single-frame shooting), j (sequential shooting), i (high speed sequential shooting), k (AF sequential shooting) and 7 (auto bracketing).

Selects the ISO sensitivity from AUTO, 64, 100, 200 and 400.

Selects a shooting mode from A (Aperture priority shooting), S (Shutter priority shooting) and M (Manual shooting).

Selects a mode to be activated when taking pictures in r mode.

Adjusts the amount of light emitted by the flash.

Selects from #SLOW1 (1st curtain), HSLOW1 (1st curtain with red-eye reduction) and #SLOW2 (2nd curtain) when the flash mode is set to #SLOW (slow synchronization).

Reduces the noise that affects pictures during long exposures.

Extends the maximum optical zoom up to approximately 40× magnification.

P.85

P.90

P.95

P.111

P.73

P.77

P.68

P.67

P.120

P.60

Mode Menus

FULLTIME AF

AF MODE

PANORAMA

2 IN 1

FUNCTION

AF AREA

INFO

R (still pictures)

SUPER ZOOM

PICTURE tab

SHARPNESS

CONTRAST

SATURATION

Keeps the image in focus at all times without having to press the shutter button halfway.

Selects the auto focus method (iESP or SPOT).

Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards.

Combines two still pictures taken in succession and stores them as a single picture.

Adds special effects to pictures (BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA, WHITE BOARD, BLACK BOARD).

Changes the position of the AF target mark using the arrow pad.

Selects whether to display all the information such as shutter spee d and white balance, or only the minimum information.

Displays a histogram showing the luminance distribution of still pictures.

Sound can be recorded when taking still pictures.

Extends the optical zoom, making possible up to 14× zoom in 1600 × 1200 record mode.

Selects the image quality and resolution from TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2.

Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source.

Makes fine changes to the white balance. This function adjusts the sharpness of

the image. This function adjusts the contrast of images. Adjusts the level of color depth without

changing the tint.

P.79

P.78

P.98

P.100

P.102

P.80

P.160

P.122

P.103

P.59

P.106

P.113

P.116

P.117

P.118

P.119

Using the menus

CARD tab CARD SETUP Formats a card. P.158

Mode Menus

SETUP tab

ALL RESET

PW ON/OFF SETUP

REC VIEW

Using the menus

SLEEP Sets the sleep timer. P.163

MY MODE SETUP

FILE NAME Changes how file names are assigned. P.169

PIXEL MAPPING

X Sets the date and time. P.30

m/ft

VIDEO OUT

SHORT CUT

CUSTOM BUTTON

SHUTTER SOUND

Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.

Selects a language for on-screen display.

Selects the picture and sound that are output when the power is turned on or off.

Selects whether to display pictures on the monitor while saving them to a card.

Customizes settings which are activated in the r mode.

Checks the CCD and image processing functions for errors.

Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder or monitor.

Sets the measurement unit (m/ft) used during manual focus.

Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on the region.

Assigns frequently used functions as shortcut menus.

Assigns a frequently used function to the camera’s custom button.

Sets the beep sound used for button operations and warnings, and adjusts the volume.

Sets the sound made when the shutter button is pressed and adjusts the volume.

P.147

P.28

P.167

P.162

P.155

P.170

P.161

P.171

P.172

P.152

P.149

P.164

P.165

zn mode

ESP OFF

OFF OFF

AUtO

Mode Menus

CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab

CAMERA tab

ESP/5

ISO

FULLTIME AF

FUNCTION

R (movies)

REDUCE FLICKER

PICTURE tab

SHARPNESS

CONTRAST

SATURATION

ESP

CAMERA

FULLtIME AF

CARDSEt PIC

FUNCtION

Selects the metering method (ESP or

5). Used to take pictures of a close subject.

Selects OFF, & , %. Selects the ISO sensitivity from AUTO,

64, 100, 200 and 400. Keeps the image in focus at all times

without having to press the shutter button halfway.

Adds special effects to pictures (BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA).

Selects whether to record sound when shooting a movie.

Reduces the flickering that occurs when recording movies under fluorescent light.

Makes fine changes to the white balance.

This function adjusts the sharpness of the image.

This function adjusts the contrast of images.

Adjusts the level of color depth without changing the tint.

ISO

ESP OFF

AUtO OFF OFF

P.85

P.90

P.111

P.79

P.102

P.104

P.121

P.116

P.117

P.118

P.119

Using the menus

CARD tab CARD SETUP Formats a card. P.158

Mode Menus

SETUP tab

ALL RESET

PW ON/OFF SETUP

FILE NAME Changes how file names are assigned. P.169

PIXEL MAPPING

Using the menus

X Sets the date and time. P.30

VIDEO OUT

Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.

Selects a language for on-screen display.

Selects the picture and sound that are output when the power is turned on or off.

Checks the CCD and image processing functions for errors.

Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder or monitor.

Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on the region.

Sets the beep sound used for button operations and warnings, and adjusts the volume.

P.147

P.28

P.167

P.170

P.161

P.172

P.164

zq mode

OFF

Mode Menus

PLAY tab EDIT tab CARD tab

PLAY

CARDSEt EDIt

OFF

SETUP tab

PLAY tab

Stores the necessary information on the card to allow you to print the pictures taken.

The PLAY tab is not displayed during movie playback.

EDIT tab

The EDIT tab is not displayed during movie playback.

Displays a histogram showing the luminance distribution.

Adds sound to a still picture already taken.

Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new file.

Crops part of a picture and saves it as a new file.

CARD tab

CARD SETUP

Erases all image data stored on the card or format the card.

SETUP tab

ALL RESET

Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.

PW ON/OFF SETUP

Selects a language for on-screen display.

Selects the picture and sound that are output when the power is turned on or off.

P.173

P.122

P.139

P.140

P.141

P.146,

158

P.147

P.28

P.167

Using the menus

Mode Menus

SCREEN SETUP

X Sets the date and time. P.30

VIDEO OUT

Using the menus

VOLUME

Registers a stored picture for use as the picture displayed when the power is turned on and off.

Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder or monitor.

Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on the region.

Selects the number of frames in the index display.

Sets the beep sound used for button operations and warnings, and adjusts the volume.

Adjusts the sound volume during playback. Also adjusts the volume of the sound selected in PW ON/OFF SETUP.

P.168

P.161

P.172

P.128

P.164

P.166

3 Shooting basics

Shooting modes

In K mode, use the mode dial to select a still picture shooting mode. Set the mode dial to the best position for the situation and shooting conditions. The shooting modes include modes where the optimal settings for the situation are automatically selected, and modes where you can select the settings best suited to the shooting conditions and the effect you wish to achieve. You can change the shooting mode before and after turning the camera on.

Mode dial

Situation-related modes

h Full-auto shooting

Allows you to take still pictures using no special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. This is the simplest of all shooting modes.

i Portrait shooting

Settingrelated modes

Situationrelated modes

Shooting basics

Suitable for taking a portrait-style shot of a person. This mode features an infocus subject against a blurred background. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.

Shooting modes

j Sports shooting

Suitable for capturing fast-moving action (such as sports) without blur. Even a fast-moving subject will be clear and sharp, as if it is not moving, enabling you to capture facial expressions and detailed activity. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.

k Landscape+Portrait shooting

Suitable for taking pictures of both your subject and the landscape. The picture is taken with the background as well as the subject in the foreground in focus. You can take pictures of your subject against a beautiful sky or landscape. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.

l Landscape shooting

Suitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. Both the

Shooting basics

foreground and the background are in focus. Since blues and greens are vividly reproduced in this mode, it is excellent for shooting natural scenery. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.

m Night Scene shooting

Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting.For example, if you take a picture of a street at night in with the background underexposed and without details. In the Night Scene shooting mode, the true appearance of the street is captured. The camera automatically selects the optimal settings for this type of shooting condition. Since the shutter speed is slow, make sure you stabilize the camera by using a tripod.

mode, the lack of brightness will result in a dark pict ure

o Self-Portrait shooting

Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Point the lens towards yourself and the focus will be locked on you. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions. The zoom is fixed in the wide position and cannot be changed.

Shooting modes

Setting-related modes

P Program shooting

Allows you to take still pictures. The camera sets the aperture and shutter speed. Other functions, such as flash modes and drive modes, can be adjusted manually.

p Aperture priority/Shutter priority/Manual shooting

When the mode dial is set to p, the following items can be set with the menus. g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

A Aperture priority shooting

Allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. By decreasing the aperture value (F-number), the camera will focus within a smaller range, producing a picture with a blurred background. Increasing the value forces the camera to focus over a wider range in the forward and backward directions, resulting in increased “depth of field”, in which both the subject and the background are in focus. g“Aperture priority shooting” (P.74)

Shooting basics

Aperture (F-number) is decreased.

Aperture (F-number) is increased.

Shooting modes

S Shutter priority shooting

Allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. Set the shutter speed according to the subject and the type of effect you want. g“Shutter priority shooting” (P.75)

Setting the shutter speed higher lets you capture fast-

Shooting basics

moving action without blur. The subject will be clear and sharp, as if it is not moving.

M Manual shooting

Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. To check the exposure, refer to the exposure differential. This mode gives you more creative control, allowing you to make the settings you need to get the type of picture you want, regardless of optimum exposure.

g“Manual shooting” (P.76)

r My Mode

Allows you to save your favorite settings as your own personal mode and use these customized settings when taking pictures. Current settings can also be saved for retrieving by this mode.

g“MY MODE SETUP” (P.155) g“Using My Mode” (P.77)

• The available settings vary depending on the mode. g“Modes and Shooting Functions” (P.212)

Note

Setting the shutter speed lower blurs a moving subject, giving the impression of movement.

Taking still pictures

2288 1712

You can take still pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder.

1 Slide the power switch to K.

g“Power on/off” (P.25)

• The monitor turns on.

To shoot using the viewfinder, press f to turn the viewfinder on.

Flash button

f button

Power switch

Card access lamp

2 Turn the mode dial and select a shooting mode. 3 Decide the composition of the

picture.

2288 1712

AF target mark

Number of storable

Shutter button

Mode dial

Shooting basics

still pictures

Taking still pictures

F2.8

2288 1712

4 Press the shutter button gently (halfway)

to adjust the focus.

• When the focus and exposure are locked, the green lamp lights (focus lock).

• The AF target mark moves to the focused position.

• The shutter speed and aperture value automatically set by the camera are displayed (except in M mode).

• # blinks to warn of camera movement. Press the flash button to open the flash.

Shooting basics

(P.61)

• When # lights after the flash has popped up, the flash is ready to fire. The flash fires automatically when the shutter button is pressed all the way.

Press the shutter button all the way (fully).

• The camera takes the picture.

• The card access lamp blinks while the picture is stored on the card.

TIPS

The subject cannot be focused on.

g“If correct focus cannot be obtained” (P.54)

The green lamp blinks.

→ You are too close to the subject. Take the picture at least 7 cm/2.8"

(wide-angle) (1.2 m/3.9 ft. (telephoto)) away from the subject. If you use the super macro mode, you can take pictures as close as 3 cm/

1.2" from the subject. (P.91)

→ Depending on the subject, the focus and exposure may not be

locked. g“Subjects that are difficult to focus on” (P.55)

# blinks when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

→ The flash is charging. Wait until the lamp goes off.

To check the picture you have just taken immediately

→ Set Rec View to ON. g“REC VIEW” (P.162)

2288 1712

# mark

Green lamp

F2.8

Taking still pictures

2288 1712

To record sound with the picture

→ You can record sound when taking still pictures. Set R to ON.

g“Recording sound with still pictures” (P.103) You can also add sound to a picture that has already been taken. g“Recording sound” (P.139)

The monitor or viewfinder turns off automatically.

→ If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the monitor and

viewfinder turn off automatically. Operate the shutter button or zoom lever to turn the viewfinder or monitor on. g“SLEEP – Sleep Timer” (P.163)

To adjust the brightness of the monitor or viewfinder

→

Go to “Monitor brightness Adjustment” and adjust the brightness.

“Monitor/viewfinder brightness adjustment” (P.161)

The monitor or viewfinder is hard to see.

→ Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may cause vertical lines

(smears) to appear on the image in the monitor or viewfinder. This does not affect recorded pictures.

To check the area the camera is focusing on

→ If you press f while pressing the

shutter button halfway, the area you are focusing on is enlarged. Pressing f once more returns the size to normal. This function is not available in the digital zoom range. g“DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom” (P.60)

• Press the shutter button gently using the ball of your finger. If it is pressed hard, the camera may move and pictures may come out

Note

blurred.

• Recorded pictures will be saved on the card regardless of whether the camera is turned off or the batteries are replaced or removed.

• Never open the battery compartment/card cover, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter while the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken.

• When taking pictures against strong backlight, the area of the picture in shadow may appear colored.

2288 1712

Shooting basics

If correct focus cannot be obtained

2288 1712

When the subject cannot be focused on, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as explained below.

Using the Focus Lock function

1 Position the AF target mark on

the subject you want to focus on.

• When shooting a hard-to-focus subject

Shooting basics

or a fast-moving subject, point the camera at an object about the same distance away as the subject.

2288 1712

AF target mark

2 Press the shutter button halfway

until the green lamp lights.

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

• The AF target mark moves to the focused position.

• When the green lamp blinks, the focus and exposure are not locked. Release your finger from the shutter button, re-position your subject and press the shutter button halfway again.

3 Keeping the shutter button

pressed halfway, recompose your shot.

Shutter button

2288 1712

If correct focus cannot be obtained

4 Press the shutter button fully.

Shutter button

TIPS

The frame in which you focus on a subject is different from the frame in which you lock the exposure.

g“AE LOCK – Locking the exposure” (P.88)

Fix the focus position.

g“AF LOCK – Locking the focus” (P.81)

Focus on the subject in the center of the frame.

g“AF MODE – Changing the focus range” (P.78)

Subjects that are difficult to focus on

Under certain types of conditions, the auto focus may not work properly. If this happens, focus on an object with high contrast at the same distance as the intended subject (focus lock), recompose your shot and then take the picture. If the subject has no vertical lines, hold the camera vertically and focus the camera using the focus lock function by pressing the shutter button halfway, then return the camera to the horizontal position while keeping the button pressed halfway and take the picture. If the subject still cannot be focused on, use the manual focus. g“Manual focus” (P.83)

The green lamp blinks. The subject cannot be brought into focus.

The green lamp lights, but the subject cannot be brought into focus.

Subject with low contrast

Subject with an extremely bright area in the center of the frame

Subject without vertical lines

Shooting basics

Subjects at different distances

Fast-moving subject The subject to be

focused on is not in the center of the frame

Recording movies

00:36

MPEG4

00:10

This function allows you to record movies. If R is set to ON, sound is recorded at the same time. If you select MPEG4 for the record mode, you can record a long movie in MPEG format. g“Record mode” (P.106)

1 Slide the power switch to n.

g“Power on/off” (P.25)

• The monitor turns on.

• The available recording time on the card

Shooting basics

that you are using is displayed.

2 Decide the composition of the

picture.

• You can use the zoom lever to enlarge your subject.

3 Press the shutter button fully to

start recording.

• You can adjust the zoom during movie recording.

• The card access lamp blinks while the movie is stored on the card.

• During movie recording, N lights red.

Power switch

Card access lamp

MPEG4

Time remaining

Zoom lever

Shutter button

00:36

00:10

Recording movies

4 Press the shutter button again to stop recording.

• When the remaining recording time has been used up, recording stops automatically.

• When there is space in the card memory, the remaining recording time (gP.109) is displayed, and the camera is ready to shoot.

TIPS

To record sound at the same time

→ Set R to ON.

g“Recording sound with movies” (P.104)

To use the zoom during movie recording

→ Set DIGITAL ZOOM to ON.

g“DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom” (P.60)

→ If you set R to OFF, you can use the optical zoom during movie

recording. g“Recording sound with movies” (P.104)

• If you attach an external microphone (optional), you can use the optical zoom while recording sound with a movie. g“Using commercially available external microphones” (P.105)

• Depending on the card, the remaining recording time may drop rapidly during recording. Try using the card again after formatting it

Note

with your camera. g“CARD SETUP – Formatting cards” (P.158)

•In n mode, the flash and manual focus (MF) cannot be used.

Notes for recording movies over a long time

• Recording will continue until the card is full unless stopped by pressing the shutter button.

• A long recorded movie cannot be edited. (P.133)

• If a single movie recording uses up all of the card’s memory, create space on the card by deleting the movie or downloading it to a PC.

Shooting basics

Zoom

In addition to the optical zoom, this camera is equipped with a super zoom and digital zoom for taking telephoto and wide-angle shots. You can increase the zoom magnification by combining the super zoom or digital zoom with the optical zoom. The super zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnifications. Stabilize the camera with a tripod, etc. to avoid camera movement.

The characteristics and maximum magnification of each zoom are shown below.

Optical zoom Use for normal zoom shooting.

Super zoom

Digital zoom Use to extend the maximum optical zoom. However,

Shooting basics

Using the optical zoom

Max. magnification: 10× (equivalent to 38 mm to 380 mm

Use to extend the optical zoom up to 14× magnification However, the resolution is automatically fixed at 1600 ×

1200. Max. magnification: 14×

pictures taken with the digital zoom may appear grainy. Max. magnification: Approx. 40×

on a 35 mm camera)

(Digital zoom magnification during movie recording is 2.5×)

1 Push or pull the zoom lever.

Wide-angle: Push the zoom lever toward W to zoom out.

Zoom lever

Telephoto: Pull the zoom lever toward T to zoom in.

SUPER ZOOM – Using the super zoom

2288 1712

Zoom

1 In the top menu, select MODE

Zoom lever

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ SUPER ZOOM Æ ON, and press e.

g “How to use the menus” (P.35)

• When ON is selected, the record mode is automatically set to 1600 × 1200.

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Arrow pad

OK button

2 Pull the zoom lever

toward T until the optical zoom reaches its limit.

• When 10× magnification is reached, zoom adjustment stops. To zoom in further, keep pulling the zoom lever toward T.

2288 1712

The cursor turns orange when inside the super zoom field.

3 Push the zoom lever toward W to zoom out.

• When the zoom reaches 10× magnification, zoom adjustment stops. To zoom out further, keep pushing the zoom lever toward W.

• Setting DIGITAL ZOOM to ON or changing the record mode setting automatically disables the super zoom.

Note

Super zoom range

Normal zoom range

Shooting basics

Zoom

2288 1712

DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ DIGITAL ZOOM Æ ON, and press e.

g “How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Shooting basics

In the top menu, select DIGITAL ZOOM Æ ON, and press e.

2 Pull the zoom lever toward T.

• The white area of the zoom indicator indicates the optical zoom. If the digital zoom is set to ON, a red area appears on the zoom indicator. When you reach the limit of the optical zoom, the digital zoom is enabled.

• Pictures taken with the digital zoom may appear grainy.

Note

Zoom lever

Arrow pad

OK button

2288 1712

The cursor moves up and down on the zoom indicator according to the zoom magnification. The cursor turns orange when inside the digital zoom field.

4 Flash

2288

1712

Flash shooting

Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amount of light emitted using the flash intensity control. This camera is equipped with two flashes. The camera automatically selects which flash to fire depending on the zoom magnification.

1 Press the flash button. (c)

• The flash pops up. (d)

2 Select a flash mode by

repeatedly pressing

• The flash mode changes in the sequence shown below (when all modes are available).

Auto (Auto-flash) ! (Red-eye

#SLOW (Slow #(Fill-in flash)

synchronization)

• If no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the flash mode is set and the mode selector screen is automatically exited.

• To prevent the flash from firing, press down on the top of the flash to retract it.

reduction flash)

Flash button

Shutter button

HQHQ2288

SLOW

1712

Flash

Flash shooting

F2.8

2288 1712

3 Press the shutter button halfway.

• In conditions where the flash will fire, # lights.

mark

4 Press the shutter button fully to

take the picture.

2288 1712

Flash working range

W (max.): Approx. 0.3 m to 4.5 m (1.0 ft. to 14.8 ft.) T (max.) : Approx. 1.2 m to 5.2 m (3.9 ft. to 17 ft.)

Function restrictions according to mode

Mode

Flash mode A S M

Auto 9999− 9

Flash

! 9999− 9 # − 999− 9 #SLOW1 − 99999 #SLOW2 − 99999 HSLOW1 − 999− 9 $ 99999

9 : Available, − : Not available, : Factory default setting * The factory default settings and available modes vary depending on

the selected mode.

ijk lmo

F2.8

Flash shooting

TIPS

The # (flash charge) indication blinks.

→ The flash is charging. Wait until # goes off.

Shutter speed when using the flash (Auto-flash, red-eye reduction, fill-in flash).

→ When # (camera movement warning) lights, the shutter speed

locks at its current level. This helps prevent camera shake problems (shutter speeds that are too slow can cause blur). However, if the zoom magnification is increased, the camera will increase the locked shutter speed accordingly.

Zoom position Shutter speed W (max.) 30 sec. T (max.) 320 sec.

• The flash does not fire in the following situations:

Note

In n mode, during auto bracketing, during super-macro shooting, when FUNCTION is set to WHITE BOARD/BLACK BOARD, and during Panorama shooting

• The flash may not give you the optimum result in macro mode, especially with wide-angle shooting. Check the resulting picture on the monitor.

• If a conversion lens is attached to the camera, do not use the flash.

Flash

Flash shooting

zAuto-flash (No indication)

The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.

zRed-eye reduction flash (!)

The light from the flash may make the subject’s eyes appear red in the picture. The red-eye reduction flash mode significantly reduces this phenomenon by emitting pre-flashes before firing the regular flash. This helps accustom the subject’s eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red-eye phenomenon.

Flash

The subject’s eyes appear red.

• After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the camera firmly to avoid camera movement.

Note

• Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at the pre-flashes, or if the shooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness.

zFill-in flash (#)

The flash fires regardless of the available light. This mode is useful for eliminating shadows on the subject’s face (such as shadows from tree leaves), in a backlight situation, or for correcting the color shift produced by artificial lighting (especially fluorescent light).

• The fill-in flash may not have the desired effect under excessively bright light.

Note

Flash shooting

zFlash off ($)

The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited. You can also use this mode when you want to shoot a natural-looking twilight or night scene.

• Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is

Note

recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement.

zSlow Synchronization (#SLOW1 #SLOW2 HSLOW1)

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 movement. But when shooting a night scene background, fast shutter speeds can make the background too dark. Slow synchronization flash allows both a slow shutter speed for the background and a flash for the subject. Since the shutter speed is slow, make sure you stabilize the camera by using a tripod. Otherwise, camera movement may cause the picture to be blurred.

1st curtain (front curtain) #SLOW1

Usually, regardless of the shutter speed, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. Unless you change it, this is how the flash always fires. The slow synchronization factory default setting is # SLOW1.

Flash

Flash shooting

2nd curtain (rear curtain) #SLOW2

With 2nd curtain, the 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 tail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. The slowest possible shutter speed depends on the shooting mode:

M mode : 15 sec. P, A, S, m mode : 4 sec.

When the shutter speed is set to 4 sec.

4 sec.

rear curtain

4 sec. 0

front curtain

Flash

2nd curtain flash fires

Shutter closes

1st curtain with red-eye reduction HSLOW1

This mode is for when you want to use slow synchronization, yet also reduce the red-eye phenomenon. For instance, when shooting a person against a brightly lit night background. A normal flash might make the person’s eyes red, but 1st curtain with red-eye reduction lets you capture the background correctly and reduce the red-eye phenomenon at the same time. 2nd curtain with red-eye reduction is not available.

1st curtain flash fires

Shutter fully opens

Using the slow synchronization flash

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ #SLOW Æ

#SLOW1, HSLOW or #SLOW2, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

CAMERA

SLO W

NOISE REDUCtION

DIGItAL ZOOM

CARDSEt PIC

FULLtIME AF

Arrow pad

OK button

SLO W1

SLO W

SLO W 2

Flash

Flash intensity control

You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the light emission. Examples include small subjects, distant backgrounds, or situations when increased contrast is desired. You can adjust the exposure in the range of ±2.0 in 1/3 EV steps.

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ w, and press d.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

Flash

Arrow pad

OK button

2 Press ac to adjust the exposure,

then press e.

a : Light emission is increased by 1/3 EV

each time you press the button. (EV : Exposure Value)

c :

Light emission is decreased by 1/3 EV each time you press the button.

•Press e again to exit the menu.

CAMERA

SLO W

NOISE REDUCtION

DIGItAL ZOOM

CARDSEt PIC

FULLtIME AF

0.0

• The flash adjustment effect may not be sufficient if the shutter speed is too fast.

Note

External flash (optional)

Using the external flash

Various types of flash shooting are possible with the Olympus FL series external flashes. If the external flash is used, flash mode and exposure compensation will be detected automatically by the camera, allowing the built-in flash and external flash to function together. The external flash is mounted on the camera by attaching it to the hot shoe on the top of the camera. You cannot use the built-in flash and the external flash together.

This section explains how to use the FL-20 when attached to the hot shoe.

1 Slide the shoe cover off in

the direction of the arrow and attach the external flash.

• For instructions on how to attach the flash, refer to the manual for the external flash.

• Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to prevent it getting lost, and replace it on the camera when you have finished using the external flash.

Hot shoe

Shoe cover

Flash

External flash (optional)

2 Turn on the external flash.

• Set the mode dial to TTL-AUTO.

• Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before turning the flash on.

3 Press # to set the flash mode.

g“Flash shooting” (P.61)

• If close-up pictures are overexposed, use the built-in flash.

Note

Flash

External flash (optional)

Using commercially available external flashes

Provided that the flash can be connected to the hot shoe, a commercially available external flash may be used. For details on compatible commercially available external flashes, refer to the next page. The amount of light emitted cannot be adjusted on commercially available external flashes except Olympus FL series.

1 Attach the external flash to the

hot shoe and connect it to the camera.

• For instructions on how to attach the flash, refer to the manual for the external flash.

2 Select M mode. Adjust the

shutter speed and aperture.

g“Manual shooting” (P.76)

• Remember that a slow shutter speed can produce blurred images. For the best results, we recommend that you set the shutter speed from 1/200 to 1/300 seconds.

3 Turn on the external flash.

• Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before turning the flash on.

4 Set the mode that automatically controls the amount of

light emitted by the external flash. Also set ISO and aperture on the external flash to match the camera’s settings.

• Refer to the user’s manual for the external flash to select its mode.

Flash

External flash (optional)

• The camera’s flash mode will have no effect on the external flash. The external flash will fire even when the camera’s flash mode is set

Note

to $ (off).

• Confirm in advance that the external flash you are using is synchronized with the camera.

Compatible external flashes

When selecting an external flash, use products which meet the following basic conditions.

(1) Some flashes available on the market operate with a high voltage synchro

terminal. If one of these is used, it may damage the camera, and/or the camera may not function normally. Contact the manufacturer of the flash you are using concerning the specifications of the flash’s synchro terminal.

(2) Some flashes available on the market have the polarity of the synchro

terminal reversed. In this case, even if the flash is connected, it will not

Flash

fire. Contact the manufacturer of the flash for more information.

(3) Exposures when using an external flash require that adjustments be

made on the external flash unit. If an external flash is used in the auto mode, match it with the F value and ISO settings on the camera.

(4) Even if the auto F value and ISO of the external flash are set to the same

conditions as those on the camera, depending on the photographic conditions, it is possible that the correct exposure may not be obtained anyway. In such a case, adjust the auto F value or ISO value on the external flash unit or calculate the distance in the manual mode and use it that way.

(5) Use a flash whose illuminating angle covers the angle of view of the lens.

However, in close-up photography with the lens on the wide setting, the bottom of the image may not expose correctly. The ideal is to have a wide angle adapter to fit on the flash and spread the illumination angle so it is wider.

(6) Use a flash unit with a flash time of 1/200 sec. or less when using the flash

at full strength. For devices with a long flash time, a portion of the light emitted will not contribute to the exposure.

(7) If a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that has additional

communications functions other than an Olympus FL series flash is used, it may not only fail to function normally, but may also cause damage to the camera's circuitry. Do not use such a device.

5 Advanced shooting

A/S/M mode

Select the shooting mode to be used when the mode dial is set to p.

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ A/S/M Æ A, S or M, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Arrow pad

OK button

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

S M

Advanced shooting

Aperture priority shooting

2288 1712

1 Select A mode.

g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

2 Press ac to set the aperture

value.

a : Increases the aperture value. c : Decreases the aperture value.

If the aperture value is displayed in red, the aperture setting is unsuitable for the conditions. Take the following steps. (When the aperture value is

displayed in green, the setting will provide optimum exposure.)

Advanced shooting

2288 1712

 appears: The image is

Press a to increase the aperture value.

overexposed.

Aperture range:Toward W : f2.8 to f8.0

Toward T : f3.7 to f8.0

Aperture value

 appears: The image is

Press c to decrease the aperture value.

2288 1712

underexposed.

Note

• When the flash is set to the auto-flash mode, the slowest shutter speed is fixed at the level at which # lights. g (P.63)

Shutter priority shooting

2288 1712

1 Select S mode.

g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

2 Press ac to set the shutter

speed.

a : Sets a faster shutter speed. c : Sets a slower shutter speed.

If the shutter speed is displayed in red, the setting is unsuitable for the conditions. Take the following steps. (When the shutter speed is displayed in green, the setting will provide optimum exposure.)

Shutter speed

2288 1712

 appears:The image is

overexposed.

Press a to set a faster shutter speed.

 appears:The image is

Press c to set a slower shutter speed.

2288 1712

underexposed.

Advanced shooting

Shutter speed range: 1" to 1/1000

• Shutter speeds that can be set differ according to the flash setting.

Note

Manual shooting

2288 1712

1 Select M mode.

g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

2 Use the arrow pad to set the

aperture value and shutter speed.

b : The aperture value increases. d : The aperture value decreases.

a : Sets a faster shutter speed. c : Sets a slower shutter speed.

• When the shutter button is halfway

Advanced shooting

pressed, the difference (ranging from -3.0 to +3.0 EV) between the exposure determined by the currently selected aperture and shutter speed compared to the exposure level considered optimal by the camera is displayed.

• If the exposure differential appears in red, it indicates that the exposure differential is less than -3.0 EV or more than +3.0 EV.

• When you press x, the screen on the right appears with the bar indicating current exposure differential.

Aperture value : f2.8 to f8.0 (W)

Shutter speed : 15" to 1/1000

f3.7 to f8.0 (T)

AE Lock/ Custom button

Arrow pad

Exposure differential

2288 1712

Note

• To avoid camera movement, you are recommended to use a tripod when taking pictures requiring a slow shutter speed.

Using My Mode

When you use r mode, the settings you selected with the menus in My Mode are activated. Saving the shooting mode or function settings you want to use in advance lets you shoot with your favorite settings straightaway. You can also save the settings you are currently using.You can create and save up to 4 different patterns. g“MY MODE SETUP” (P.155)

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ r 1/2/3/4 Æ MY MODE 1 to MY MODE 4, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

• Only the settings in MY MODE 1 have already been saved. You cannot select MY MODE 2 to MY MODE 4 if no settings have been saved in them. g“MY MODE SETUP” (P.155)

• Although the settings you are using can be saved, the zoom saved may not be the same as the one being used.

Note

Arrow pad

OK button

Advanced shooting

Focusing applications

AF MODE – Changing the focus range

This function allows you to select the focus range of your subject.

iESP Focus selection is based on the entire picture on the screen. Even

SPOT Focus selection is based on the subject within the AF target mark.

1 In the top menu, select MODE

Advanced shooting

when the subject is not in the center of the screen, focusing is possible.

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ AF MODE Æ iESP or SPOT, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Arrow pad

OK button

AF MODE

CAMERA

PANORAMA

2 IN 1

FUNCtION

CARDSEt PIC

AF AREA

•In n mode and when h is selected in K mode, the AF MODE is fixed at iESP and cannot be changed.

Note

iESP

SPOt

Focusing applications

FULLTIME AF – A reliable time-saving way to focus

FULLTIME AF keeps the subject in front of the lens in focus at all times, without having to press the shutter button halfway. When ON is selected, the focusing time is reduced, letting you take successive snapshots.

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ FULLTIME AF Æ ON, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

CAMERA

CARDSEt PIC

• Battery consumption increases when FULLTIME AF is used.

Note

Arrow pad

OK button

SLO W

NOISE REDUCtION

DIGItAL ZOOM

FULLtIME AF

OFF

Advanced shooting

Focusing applications

AF AREA – Changing the position of the AF target mark

You can select the area you want to focus on by changing the position of the AF target mark.

1 Set the AF MODE to SPOT.

g“AF MODE – Changing the focus range” (P.78)

2 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ AF AREA, and press d.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

Advanced shooting

3 Use the arrow pad to move the AF

target mark to the area you want to

Arrow pad

OK button

AF AREA

focus on.

• The AF target mark at the center of the screen can be moved vertically or horizontally.

SELECt CANCEL

AF target mark

4 Take the picture.

• To restore the AF target mark to its original position (at the center), press e.

•Press e again to exit AF target mark selection mode.

• AF AREA is not available when the super zoom or digital zoom is set to ON.

Note

• The location of the AF target mark cannot be saved.

Focusing applications

F2.8

2288

1712

2288 1712

AF LOCK – Locking the focus

Registering the AF lock function on the x in advance enables easy locking of the focus.

1 Register the AF lock function on

g“Setting the custom button” (P.150)

AE Lock/ Custom button

2 Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to

focus on and press x.

• The focus is locked and the AF LOCK mark is displayed.

• To reset the AF LOCK, press x again to cancel the AF LOCK. Each time you press x, AF lock is alternately engaged and canceled.

When x is pressed When focus is locked

F2.8

AF LOCK

HQHQ2288

3 Press the shutter button fully.

1712

AF LOCK mark

Advanced shooting

2288 1712

Focusing applications

F2.8

2288

1712

TIPS

How to save the locked focus after shooting (AF MEMORY)

→ Hold down x for more than 1

AF lock was canceled.

→ Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after performing

→ The camera had emerged from sleep mode or the power was

• The focus may be compromised by operating the zoom after setting

Note

Advanced shooting

• AF lock is not available when a menu is displayed on the screen.

AF MEMORY mark

F2.8

second. The AF MEMORY mark appears.When the mark appears, the

AF MEMORY

locked focus is memorized. To cancel AF MEMORY, press x again.

HQHQ2288

1712

AF LOCK. AF LOCK will be canceled.

turned off.

the AF LOCK. Complete zoom operations before setting the AF LOCK.

Exit the menu. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

Focusing applications

Manual focus

If auto focus is unable to focus on a subject, use manual focus.

1 Hold down e for more than 1

second.

2 When the focus distance selection

screen appears on the monitor, press b to select MF.

3 Press ac to set the focus

distance.

• During operation, the area you are focusing on is enlarged. This lets you check whether the focus is in the right position.

• The distance indicator on the left of the monitor is for reference only.

• When the indicator is moved to less than 2 m (6.6 ft.), the display automatically switches to the 7 cm (2.8") to 2 m (6.6 ft.) display.

Arrow pad

OK button

Advanced shooting

Focusing applications

4 Hold down e for more than 1 second to save the setting.

• MF is displayed in red on the monitor.

5 Take the picture.

• The focus is locked at the distance you have set.

To cancel manual focus

1 Hold down e for more than 1

second to display the focus distance selection screen.

2 Press d to select AF, then press

• Manual focus is canceled.

Advanced shooting

TIPS

How to shoot while keeping the same focus distance at all times

→ The focus can be fixed at the same distance as when you perform

focus lock. 1 Position the AF target mark on a subject at the desired distance

and press the shutter button halfway.

2 Keeping the shutter button half-pressed, press e.

• The distance indicator is displayed.

• MF is selected and the focus is locked at the same distance as when you performed focus lock.

Even if you move the cursor to the top of the distance indicator, focusing is not possible at

→ Adjust the cursor position by pressing ac while watching the

monitor.

• If the zoom lever is pressed after performing manual focus, the saved focus distance may be changed. Perform setting again.

Note

Metering

There are three ways of measuring the brightness of a subject.

ESP metering Meters the center of the subject and the surrounding

area separately.

Spot metering Exposure is determined by metering within the AF

target area. In this mode, a subject can be shot with optimal exposure regardless of the background light. g P.85

Multi-metering Meters the brightness of the subject at up to 8

different points to set the optimal exposure based on the average brightness. This method is useful with a high contrast subject. g P.86

Spot metering

1 In the top menu, select ESP/5 Æ

5 and press e.

• In the top menu, the setting can be made in the same way as selecting MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ ESP/5 Æ 5. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

Arrow pad

OK button

Advanced shooting

Metering

MULTI METERING

1 When using the camera in the

A/S/M mode, multi-metering is not available in the M mode. Set to any mode except M.

g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

• If a function other than AE lock is registered on x, set AE lock to the button. g“Setting the custom button” (P.150)

2 In the top menu, select ESP/5 Æ MULTI, and press e.

• In the top menu, the setting can be made in the same way as selecting

Advanced shooting

MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ ESP/5 Æ MULTI. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

AE Lock/ Custom button

3 Position the AF target mark on the

area you want to meter and press x. The brightness is metered at up to 8 different points.

• Multi-metering bar appears.

• Brightness meter readings are ignored after the 9th reading.

• To perform metering again, press x for more than 1 second to display C. Press x again to cancel the metering values.

Arrow pad

OK button

Metering

Ex: When metering 2 points (pressing

The aperture and shutter speed as calculated from the average values obtained by metering at 2 points. These values are recalculated every time another metering point is added.

The average for the 2 metering points. The average is always shown at the center of the bar.

The reading when x was pressed. The number of Z indicates the number of times you have pressed the button. The distance Z is from the center of the bar indicates the difference between the metered and average readings.

When Z moves more than ±3 from the center of the bar (the average reading), red XY appear.

TIPS

To save the locked multi-metering exposure after shooting (AE memory)

→ After metering in Step 3, hold down x for more than 1

second. C appears. While C is displayed, the exposure is saved. Press x again to cancel the AE memory.

The multi-metering exposure is canceled.

→ If you operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after metering in

step 3, the multi-metering exposure is canceled.

twice)

Indicates how much the present exposure you are metering differs from the average exposure value. The present exposure can be fixed by pressing the shutter button halfway. (The present exposure is not added to the average value unless you press

Advanced shooting

AE LOCK – Locking the exposure

2288 1712

This function is suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when there is excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings. For example, when the sky takes up much of the frame, shooting with automatic exposure sometimes results in a dark subject. Recompose your shot so that not much sky is in the frame. Then press x to lock the metered value (exposure) temporarily. Next, compose your shot again with the sky in the frame and take the picture.

Advanced shooting

1 When using the camera in the

A/S/M mode, AE lock is not available in the M mode. Set to any mode except M.

g“A/S/M mode” (P.73)

• If a function other than AE lock is registered on x, set AE lock to the button. g“Setting the custom button” (P.150)

2 Compose the picture where you

want to lock the metered value (exposure), then press x.

• The exposure is memorized.

• If you want to lock a different exposure, press x again to cancel AE lock.Each time you press x, AE lock is alternately engaged and canceled.

x AE Lock/ Custom button

2288 1712

During AE lock, AEL is displayed.

AE LOCK – Locking the exposure

2288 1712

3 Position the AF target mark on the

subject you want to focus on and press the shutter button halfway.

• The green lamp lights.

• AE lock cannot be canceled while the shutter button is pressed halfway.

2288 1712

4 Press the shutter button fully.

• AE lock is automatically canceled after one shot.

TIPS

To save the locked metered value (exposure) after shooting (AE memory)

→ After Step 2 or 3, hold down x for more than 1 second. C

appears. While C is displayed, the exposure is saved. Press x again to cancel the AE memory.

AE lock was canceled.

→ Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after performing

AE lock. Doing so will cancel AE lock.

→ The camera had emerged from sleep mode or the power was

turned off.

• AE lock is not available when multi-metering is enabled. Turn multimetering off.

Note

g“MULTI METERING” (P.86)

• AE lock is not available when a menu is displayed on the screen. Exit the menu. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

Advanced shooting

Macro mode shooting

Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (W: 7 cm/2.8" to 60 cm/2.0 ft., T: 1.2 m/3.9 ft. to 2m/6.6 ft.). However, in the & mode focusing is performed quickly. When the optical zoom lever is at the maximum wide position and you are as close as 7 cm/2.8" to your subject, you can fill the entire frame with your subject. If the center of the frame (within the AF target mark) is metered when you are close to the subject and you shoot with the optimal exposure, the picture will turn out well. g“Spot metering” (P.85)

Normal shooting With the macro mode

Advanced shooting

1 In the top menu, select & Æ &,

and press e.

• In the top menu, the setting can be made in the same way as selecting MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ & Æ &. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

• You cannot select & in manual focus mode. Set to AF. g“Manual focus” (P.83)

Arrow pad

OK button

Super macro mode shooting

This mode lets you shoot from as close as 3 cm/1.2" to your subject. Subjects measuring up to approximately 4 × 3 cm (1.6" × 1.2") can be captured on the monitor. In the % mode, normal shooting is also possible, but the position of the zoom is fixed automatically and cannot be changed.

1 In the top menu, select & Æ %,

and press e.

• In the top menu, the setting can be made in the same way as selecting MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ & Æ %. g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Arrow pad

OK button

TIPS

The subject is in shadow.

→ When taking pictures close to the subject, shadows may become

conspicuous, and the auto focus may not be able to maintain correct focus. If this happens, use the manual focus. g“Manual focus” (P.83)

• During super macro shooting, zoom is not available.

• During super macro shooting, the built-in flash is not available. You

Note

can use an external flash, but vignetting may occur. Check the recorded image on the monitor.

Advanced shooting

Self-timer shooting

2288

1712

This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. This function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph.

1 Select Y by repeatedly pressing

• If no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the selected mode is set and the mode selector screen is automatically exited.

Advanced shooting

2 Press the shutter button fully to

take the picture.

• Pressing the shutter button halfway locks the focus and exposure.

• The self-timer/remote control lamp lights for approximately 10 seconds, then starts blinking. After blinking for approximately 2 seconds, the picture is taken.

• To stop shooting while in n mode, press the shutter button fully again.

• To cancel the self-timer, press Z.

• The self-timer mode is automatically canceled after one shot.

• If sequential shooting is attempted in self-timer mode, the camera shoots max. 5 frames regardless of the setting.

Note

Z Self-timer/ Remote control button

HQHQ2288

Shutter button

1712

Self-timer/ Remote control lamp

Remote control shooting

2288

1712

Shooting is possible using the remote control device provided with the camera. This is useful when you want to take a picture with yourself in it, or a night scene, without touching the camera.

1 Mount the camera on a tripod or

place it on a stable, flat surface.

2 Select < by repeatedly pressing

• If no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the selected mode is set and the mode selector screen is automatically exited.

• You can operate the zoom on the camera using the remote control device. gP.94

3 Press the shutter button on the

remote control device.

• The focus and exposure are locked. The self-timer/remote control lamp blinks for about 2 seconds before taking the picture.

3m(9.8ft)

5m(16.4ft)

3m(9.8ft)

Z Self-timer/ Remote control button

HQHQ2288

1712

Self-timer/ Remote control lamp

Remote control receiver

Advanced shooting

Remote control shooting

TIPS

The self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote control device.

→ The remote control device may be too far from the camera. Move

closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control device again.

→ The battery in the remote control device is running low. Replace

with a new battery. g“How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device” (P.216)

How to operate the zoom using the remote control device.

→ Point the remote control device at the remote control receiver on

the camera. For zooming, press the W or T button on the remote control device. During operation, the self-timer/remote control lamp blinks.

How to cancel the remote control mode.

→ The remote control mode is not canceled automatically after

shooting. Perform Step 2 and set the mode to OFF.

Advanced shooting

• If the remote control receiver is exposed to strong light, the effective signal distance may be reduced or shooting may not take place.

Note

• To shoot sequential shots using the remote control device, press and hold the shutter button on the remote control device. If the camera does not receive the remote control signal properly, sequential shooting may stop.

• Read the remote control device’s instruction manual for information on playback by remote control device.

Sequential shooting

There are 4 sequential shooting modes: sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting, AF sequential shooting and auto bracketing. Sequential shooting modes can be selected from the DRIVE mode menu. Sequential shooting cannot be performed when the record mode is set to TIFF.

Drive mode

o Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed.

j Focus, exposure and white balance are locked at the first

i Pictures can be taken at a faster speed than normal sequential

k Focus is individually locked for each frame. The AF sequential

7 g“Auto bracketing” (P.96)

Sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting and AF sequential shooting

(Normal shooting mode, single-frame shooting)

frame. Approx. 24 frames at approx. 1.6 frames/sec. (in HQ mode)

shooting. The sequential shooting speed varies depending on the record mode setting. Approx. 5 frames at approx. 2.1 frames/sec.

shooting speed is slower than for normal sequential shooting.

In the top menu, select MODE MENU

CAMERA Æ DRIVE Æ j,

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

, and press e.

Advanced shooting

Arrow pad

OK button

In the top menu, select DRIVE Æ j, i or k, and press e.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

•Press e again to exit the menu.

Sequential shooting

2 Take the picture.

• Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button.

Auto bracketing

Under some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than by using the exposure setting considered optimal by the camera. When auto bracketing is set, the exposure is changed automatically for each frame when you start shooting. The exposure differential and number of frames can be selected in the menus. The focus and white balance are locked at the first frame.

Ex: When BKT is set to ±1.0 ×3

Advanced shooting

-1.0 0.0 +1.0

ESP

CAMERA

DRIVE

ISO

CARDSEt PIC

A/S/M

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ DRIVE Æ BKT, and press d.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

HI AF BKt

Arrow pad

OK button

Sequential shooting

2 Select the exposure differential.

Press ac to select ±0.3, ±0.7 or

BKt

±1.0, then press d.

CANCEL

SELECt

3 Select the number of shots. Press ac to select ×3 or ×5,

then press e.

•Press e repeatedly until the menu disappears.

4 Take the picture.

• Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed to shoot the preset number of pictures. You can stop shooting at any time by releasing the shutter button.

• Sequential shooting ( the following situations:

Note

– When the record mode is set to TIFF or ENLARGE SIZE in

SHQ mode.

– When NOISE REDUCTION is set to ON.

• Auto bracketing is not possible in M mode.

• The built-in flash and external flash do not fire in 7 mode.

• In modes other than S and M, since the shutter speed is set to max. 1/30 sec., exposure is decreased when shooting a dark subject.

•In BKT mode other than S mode, if the shutter speed is set to longer than 1/30 sec. when the exposure differential is 0, the shutter speed is fixed at 1/30 sec. and the picture is taken in 7 mode.

• If the battery power is low and the battery check blinks during sequential shooting, shooting stops and the camera starts saving the pictures you have taken. Whether or not all of the shots are saved depends on how much battery power remains.

• If there is not enough space available on the card for the number of frames you have set during auto bracketing, you cannot continue shooting.

,, ,

jik7) is not possible in

Advanced shooting

PANORAMA – Panorama shooting

You can take advantage of panorama shooting with Olympus CAMEDIAbrand cards (xD-Picture Card). Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the CAMEDIA Master software.

1 In the top menu, select MODE

MENU Æ CAMERA Æ PANORAMA, and press d.

g“How to use the menus” (P.35)

• The PANORAMA mode is set.

Advanced shooting

2 Use the arrow pad to choose at

which edge you want to connect the pictures.

d : The next picture is connected at the

right edge.

b : The next picture is connected at the

left edge.

a : The next picture is connected at the

top.

c : The next picture is connected at the

bottom.

Arrow pad

OK button

Connects pictures

from left to right

Connects pictures

from bottom to top

PANORAMA – Panorama shooting

3 Make sure that the edge of the pictures overlap, then take

pictures.

• Focus, exposure and white balance are set by the first picture. Do not select an extremely bright subject (such as the sun) for the first picture.

• You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture.

• Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 pictures.

The part of the previous picture where it will be joined to the next picture does not remain in the frame on the edge of the screen. You have to remember what the part in the frame looked like and take the next picture so it overlaps. Compose your shots so that the right edge of the previous picture overlaps with the left edge of the next picture if you are connecting pictures from left to right (or vice versa if you are connecting pictures from right to left).

• When you have taken 10 pictures, a warning mark appears.

4 Press e to finish panorama shooting.

• The frame on the screen disappears and the camera returns to the normal shooting mode.

• The panorama mode is only available with Olympus CAMEDIAbrand cards.

Note

Your computer’s memory may be insufficient if you take too many

• panorama pictures in HQ or SHQ mode. You are recommended to use SQ mode for panorama shooting.

•

During panorama shooting, the flash and sequential shooting are not available.

•

Images are saved in JPEG format when panorama shooting is done in the TIFF mode. The size of the image does not change.

•

If the mode dial is operated during panorama shooting, the camera cancels the panorama mode and returns to normal shooting.

• The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The CAMEDIA Master software is necessary to connect the pictures.

Advanced shooting

Olympus C770 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

How to use this manual

Composition of the manual

Contents

Names of parts

Camera

Viewfinder and monitor indications

Battery check

Memory gauge

1 Getting started

Attaching the strap

Battery/card basics

Charging the battery

Card basics

Inserting and removing the battery and card

Using an AC adapter (optional)

Power on/off

Startup/Shutdown screen

If the card is not recognized (card check)

Selecting a language

Setting the date and time

Adjusting the viewfinder

Holding the camera

2 Using the menus

About the menus

How to use the menus

Shortcut menus

Mode Menus

3 Shooting basics

Shooting modes

Taking still pictures

If correct focus cannot be obtained

Using the Focus Lock function

Subjects that are difficult to focus on

Recording movies

Zoom

Using the optical zoom

4 Flash

Flash shooting

Using the slow synchronization flash

Flash intensity control

External flash (optional)

Using the external flash

Using commercially available external flashes

Compatible external flashes

5 Advanced shooting

A/S/M mode

Aperture priority shooting

Shutter priority shooting

Manual shooting

Using My Mode

Focusing applications

Manual focus

Metering

Spot metering

MULTI METERING

Macro mode shooting

Super macro mode shooting

Self-timer shooting

Remote control shooting

Sequential shooting

Sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting and AF sequential shooting

Auto bracketing