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[ml Basic Manual ................... 3
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital
camera.
Please read these instructions carefully.
The camera you purchased is provided with the
CD-ROM Instruction Manual.
For detailed information oh all features and
Provisions of warranty, please refer to the
CD-ROM.
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liD Manual de base ............. 32
Merci d'avoir achete un appareil photo
numerique Olympus.
Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions.
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avec le manuel d'instructions sur CD-ROM.
Pour des informations detaillees sur toutes les
caracteristiques et les conditions d'obtention de
Ia garantie, reportez-vous au CD-ROM.
Adobe Reader est requis pour afficher le
manuel d'instructions.
[iJ Manual basi co ............... 61
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camara digital Olympus.
Lea atentamente estas instrucciones.
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de instrucciones en CD-ROM.
Para mas informacion sobre todas las
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consulte el CD-ROM.
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• This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly directed to users in
North America.
Information for Your Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• Read and understand all instructions before using.
• Close supervision is necessary when any flash is used by or near children. Do not leave
flash unattended while in use.
• Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
• Do not operate if the flash has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by
qualified service personnel.
• Let flash cool completely before putting away.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse this flash in water or other liquids.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this flash, but take it to qualified
service personnel when service or repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the flash is used subsequently.
• The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing the camera and flow of
operations
Names of parts
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CD Mode diallock ................................. P. 18
@ Rear dial*1 ( .Q.)
....................... P. 23,38-41, 56, 58, 105
@ Fn2 button ................................ P. 23, 49
@ ~I® (Movie) button ........ P. 33/P. 22, 99
® Front dial*1 (~) ••••••••••••••••• P. 31, 38-41
® Shutter button ................................. P. 21
(j) Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
............................................... P. 55/P. 91
® Lens attachment mark .................... P. 14
® ~ (One-touch white balance) button
........................................................ P. 57
@) IQ] (Preview) button ......................... P. 39
® Mount (Remove the body cap before
attaching the lens.)
@ Mode diai ........................................ P. 18
@ Stereo microphone ............. P. 64, 74, 87
@ ON/OFF lever ................................ P. 16
@) AF([•]) (AF /Metering mode) button
( ~/(lli settings*2 ) ....•... •. P. 50, 71, 72, 73
@) Q~HDR (Sequential shooting/Self-
timer/HDR) button
(Bracket settings*2) ..... •....... P. 55, 37, 80
® External flash connector ............... P. 132
@) Microphone connector cover
@) Strap eyelet. ...................................... P. 9
® Connector cover
@ Lens release button ........................ P. 14
@ Lens lock pin
@ Microphone connector (Third-party
commercial microphones can be used.
03.5 stereo mini-plug)
@ HDMI connector (Type D) ............. P. 101
@ Multi-connector ............. P. 101, 113, 116
*1 In this manual, the ~ and .Q. icons represent operations performed using the front dial
and rear dial.
*2 When the lever is set to 2
Indications used in this manual
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction
or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be
absolutely avoided.
Points to note when using the camera.
Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of
your camera.
This document contains pages from the instruction Manual, which
may be found on the supplied CD-ROM.
CD Accessory port .............................. P. 1 08
@ @) button .................................. P. 30, 75
® Diopter adjustment diai ................... P. 20
@ Arrow pad* ...................................... P. 31
@ 101 (LV) button .............................. P. 19
@ MENU button ................................. P. 75
@ Monitor (Touch screen)
@ [E) (Playback) button ................ P. 31, 61
................................ P. 16, 27, 34, 36, 60
® Viewfinder .......................... P. 19, 20, 39
® Eye sensor
(j) Eyecup .......................................... P. 133
@ Speaker
@) 1ii (Erase) button ............................ P. 33
@) Tripod socket
® PBH cover ..................................... P. 129
® Hot shoe ....................................... P. 130
@ AEL/AFL button .................. P. 32, 49, 98
@) Lever .................................. P. 38-41,91
@ Battery compartment cover ............. P. 12
@ Battery compartment lock ............... P. 12
@ Card slot cover. ............................... P. 13
@ INFO button ............................. P. 37, 60
@ Card slot ......................................... P. 13
@ Fn1 button ...................................... P. 52
* In this manual, the 6. V icons represent operations performed using the arrow pad.
4 EN
The following items are included with the camera.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
camera.
Camera
• Flash case
• Computer software CD-ROM
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card
Attaching the strap
0
Body cap
Flash
FL-LM2
Strap
USB cable
CB-USB6
Lithium ion battery
Lithium ion charger
BLN-1
BCN-1
1 Thread the strap in the direction of the arrows.
2 Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is fastened securely.
• Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.
1 Charging the battery.
Charging indicator
(Charging time: Up to
approximately 4 hours)
(f) Cautions
• Unplug the charger when
charging is complete.
2 Loading the battery.
Direction indicating mark ( ..&. )
Lithium ion battery
Direction-~~
indicating
mark
3 Closing the battery cover.
Turn off the camera before opening or closing the
battery compartment cover. To remove the battery,
first push the battery lock knob in the direction of the
arrow and then remove.
(f) Cautions
Battery
compartment cover
Battery
compartment
lock
• Contact an authorized distributor or service center if you are unable to remove the
battery. Do not use force.
~Notes
• It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the
battery in use drains.
• Also read "Battery, battery charger, and card" (P. 122).
Inserting and removing cards
1 Loading the card.
• Open the card slot cover.
• Slide the card in until it is locked into place.
~
"Card basics" (P. 123)
(f) Cautions
• Turn off the camera before loading or
removing the card.
2 Closing the card slot cover.
• Close firmly until you hear a click.
(f) Cautions
• Be sure the card slot cover is closed before using the camera.
Removing the card
Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected.
Pull out the card.
(f) Cautions
• Do not remove the battery or card while the card
write indicator (P. 36) is displayed.
Attaching.: a lens to the camera
1 Attach a lens to the camera.
• Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on
the lens, then insert the lens into the camera's body.
• Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it clicks.
(f) Cautions
• Make sure the camera is turned off.
• Do not press the lens release button.
• Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
2 Remove the lens cap.
Removing the lens from the camera
While pressing the lens release button, rotate the lens
in the direction of the arrow.
Lens release button
1 Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the
camera.
• Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and
is securely in place.
UNLOCK switch
2 To use the flash, raise the flash head.
• Lower the flash head when the flash is not in
use.
(f) Cautions
• When not using the accessory port, be sure to attach the cover.
Removing the Flash Unit
Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the flash
unit.
UNLOCK switch
1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera.
• When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.
• To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position.
• ON/OFF lever
• Monitor
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I ,,., (green): Low battery
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(blinks red): Charge the battery.
You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
Camera sleep operation
If no operations are performed for a minute, the camera enters "sleep" (stand-by) mode to
turn off the monitor and to cancel all actions. The camera activates again when you touch
any button (the shutter button, [E) button, etc.). The camera will turn off automatically if
left in sleep mode for 4 hours. Turn the camera on again before use.
Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file
name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct
date and time before using the camera.
1 Display the menus.
• Press the MENU button to display the menus.
2 Select [e)] in the [t] (setup) tab.
• Use ~ V on the arrow pad to select
[t] and press [>.
• Select [ (!)] and press [>.
3 Set the date and time.
• Use <][>to select items.
• Use~ V to change the selected item.
• Use ~ V to select the date format.
4 Save settings and exit.
[t] tab
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02
Reset/Myset
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Image Aspect
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Digital Tele-converter
Off
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Time
2013
0
Y/M/0
Cancel~
The time is displayed using a
24-hour clock.
• Press@ to set the camera clock and exit to the main menu.
• Press the MENU button to exit the menus.
Setting the shooting mode
Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode.
mmm
A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the
current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners.
p
······· Aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results.
A
You control aperture. You can sharpen or soften background details.
s
You control shutter speed. You can express the motion of moving subjects, or
freeze motion without any blur.
> You control aperture and shutter speed. You can shoot with long exposures for
M ,t fireworks or other dark scenes.
ART
Select an art filter.
SCN
Select a scene according to the subject.
II
You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
iS · Shoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects.
First, try taking photographs in full auto mode.
1 Press the mode dial lock to release the lock and set the mode dial to tmml.
• When the mode dial lock has been pressed down, the mode dial is locked. Each time
you press the mode dial lock, it switches between locked/released.
• Monitor
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storable still
pictures
EN 111
Each time you press the 101 button, you can switch between shooting with the
viewfinder and shooting with live view. When shooting with the viewfinder, the super
control panel will be displayed on the monitor.
101 button
If the display in the viewfinder looks
blurry
Look through the viewfinder and rotate the
diopter adjustment dial until the display is in
sharp focus.
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Super control panel
1 Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
• The viewfinder turns on
and the monitor turns off
automatically when you put
your eye to the viewfinder.
• Be careful that your fingers
or the camera strap do not
obstruct the lens.
Horizontal grip
Vertical grip
2 Lightly press the shutter button down to the first position. (Press halfway.)
• The AF confirmation mark (e) will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will
be displayed in the focus location.
Press the shutter
button halfway.
AF target
Aperture value
AF confirmation mark Shutter speed
• The ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and aperture value that have been set
automatically by the camera are displayed.
• If the AF confirmation mark blinks, the subject is not in focus. (P. 136)
3 Press the shutter button again to take a picture. (Press all the way down.)
• The shutter sounds and the picture is taken.
• The shot image will be displayed on the monitor.
Pressing the shutter button halfway and all the way down
The shutter button has two positions. The act of lightly pressing the shutter button to the
first position and holding it there is called "pressing the shutter button halfway," that of
pressing it all the way
down to the second
position "pressing the
shutter button all (or the
rest of) the way down."
(f) Cautions
Press halfway
--~
Press the rest of
the way down
• You can change the viewfinder display style. In this manual, [Style 1] is used.
• If the angle of the monitor has been changed, the viewfinder will not light up automatically.
• If you press and hold down the 101 button, a menu is displayed that allows you to change
the settings for automatically lighting up the viewfinder.
EN 113
Usi.ng .the ... $u.per ... coot.r.ol.p.a.nel
When shooting using the viewfinder, the super control panel will be displayed on the
monitor. Set your main shooting functions using the super control panel.
Super control panel display
Settings that can be modified using the super control panel
CD Currently selected option
® Color space ..................................... P. 95
® ISO sensitivity ................................. P. 57
@) Button function assignment ...... P. 91, 99
@ Flash mode ..................................... P. 50
® Face priority .................................... P. 53
@ Flash intensity controi. .................... P. 71
@ Metering mode ................................ P. 72
® Sequential shooting/self-timer ........ P. 55
@ Aspect ratio ..................................... P. 69
® White balance ................................. P. 56
@ Record mode .................................. P. 70
White balance compensation
@) AF mode ......................................... P. 73
0 Picture mode ................................... P. 68
AF target. ........................................ P. 52
® Sharpness @ .................................. P. 78
@) Image stabilizer ............................... P. 66
Contrast © ..................................... P. 78
Saturation ~2~ ................................. P. 78
Gradation J' ................................... P. 78
B&W Filter ® ................................. P. 78
Picture tone ® ............................... P. 79
(f) Cautions
• Not displayed in SCN, II, or&!} modes.
1 Press the @) button.
Cursor
• The cursor appears.
2 Touch the function you wish to set.
• The cursor appears over the function you touched.
3 Turn the front dial and select a setting value.
~Notes
• You can display menus for each function by selecting a function and pressing @).
You can switch between shooting using the viewfinder and shooting using live view by
pressing the 101 button. When shooting using live view, the subject is displayed on the
monitor.
101 button
Monitor
s
.. b.Qo.ting ... still ... pictures
1 Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
• Be careful not to cover the lens with a finger or the camera strap.
2 Touch the area of the subject you want to focus
on.
• The camera focuses on the area you touched and
automatically takes a photograph.
• The recorded image is displayed on the monitor.
« Notes
• You can also use the shutter button to take a photograph, just as you would when
shooting using the viewfinder.
• You can also press the shutter button after the camera focuses on the area you touched
to take a photograph. ~
"Using the touch screen" (P. 27)
EN 115
You can record movies in all shooting modes except II (PHOTO STORY). First, try
recording in full auto mode.
1 Set the mode dial to mmi!l.
2 Press the @ button to begin recording.
• You can change the focus location by touching
the screen while recording (P. 27).
3 Press the @ button again to end recording.
(]) Cautions
Displayed during
Recording time
recording
• When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted
due to the rolling shutter phenomenon. This is a physical phenomenon whereby distortion
occurs in the filmed image when shooting a fast-moving subject or due to camera shaking.
In particular, this phenomenon becomes more noticeable when using a long focal length.
• If the camera is used for extended periods, the temperature of the image pickup device
will rise and noise and colored fog may appear in images. Turn off the camera for a short
time. Noise and colored fog may also appear in images recorded at high ISO sensitivity
settings. If the temperature rises further, the camera will turn off automatically.
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, the AF will not operate while recording movies.
• Taking photographs during movie recording
• Press the shutter button during movie recording to pause movie recording and take a
photograph. Movie recording restarts after the photograph is taken. Press the ® button
to end recording. Three files will be recorded to the memory card: the movie footage
preceding the photograph, the photograph itself, and the movie footage following the
photograph.
• Only one photograph can be taken at a time during movie recording; the self-timer and
flash cannot be used.
(]) Cautions
• Image size and quality for photographs are independent of movie frame size.
• The autofocus and metering used in movie mode may differ from that used to take
photographs.
• The ® button cannot be used to record movies in the following instances:
Multiple exposure (still photography also ends.)/shutter button pressed halfway/during
bulb or time photography/sequential shooting/Panorama/SCN mode (e-Portrait, Hand-
Held Starlight, 30)/time lapse shooting
Using,the touch screen
When shooting using live view, touch panel functions can be used.
Selecting a focusing method
You can focus and shoot by tapping the monitor.
Tap D to cycle through touch screen settings.
Touch screen operations disabled.
Tap a subject to focus and automatically
release the shutter. This function is not
available in &9 mode.
B
Tap to display an AF target and focus on the
subject in the selected area. You can use the
touch screen to choose the position and size of
the focus frame. Photographs can be taken by
pressing the shutter button.
• Previewing Your Subject ( 11tJ)
1 Tap the subject in the display.
• An AF target will be displayed.
• Use the slider to choose the size of the frame.
2 Use the slider to choose the size of the target
frame, and then tap
to zoom in on the
subject of the target frame.
• Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture
is zoomed in.
• Tap B to cancel the zoom display.
(/) Cautions
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, the range within which auto focus is possible
decreases. If you touch the screen outside of the possible range, the camera shoots
without using AF.
You can connect the camera to a smartphone and
control the camera over Wi-Fi. To use this function, you
must have the relevant app installed on the smartphone.
~
"Using the camera wireless LAN function" (P. 119),
"Things you can do with OI.Share" (P. 121)
EN 117
When shooting using live view, live control can be used to set functions in P, A, 5,
M, ~, and II modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different
settings in the monitor.
Functions
Settings
• Available settings
Image stabilizer .................................... P. 66
Record mode ........................................ P. 70
Picture mode ........................................ P. 68
Flash mode ........................................... P. 50
Scene mode ......................................... P. 45
Flash intensity controi ........................... P. 71
Art filter mode ....................................... P. 44
Metering mode ...................................... P. 72
&!? mode ............................................... P. 69
AF mode ............................................... P. 73
White balance ....................................... P. 56
ISO sensitivity ....................................... P. 57
Sequential shooting/self-timer .............. P. 55
Face priority .......................................... P. 53
Aspect ratio ........................................... P. 69
Movie sound record .............................. P. 7 4
1 Press @) to display the live control.
• To hide the live control, press (§ again.
2 Use the rear dial to select the
settings, use the front dial to
change the selected setting,
and press@.
• The selected settings take effect
automatically if no operations are
performed for about 8 seconds.
(f) Cautions
Displays
the selected
function
_..,..,."""':
name
• Some items are not available in some shooting modes.
~Notes
Arrow pad
• Live control can also be used when shooting using the viewfinder.
Cursor
Arrow
pad
If you press the <§ button during viewfinder display, live control will be displayed in the
viewfinder. If the viewfinder is switched off while shooting is in progress, live control will
also be canceled.
Viewing photographs and movies
1 Press the [E button.
• Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed.
• Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad.
Front dial
~""
a
Displays the
Displays
previous
the next
frame
frame
[EJ button
lnd~){ displ~y/Calendar display
Still image
Movie
• To start index playback, turn the rear dial to ~
during single-frame playback. To start
calendar playback, turn the dial a little further.
• Turn the rear dial to ~ to return to single-frame playback.
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.g
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Calendar display
EN 119
Y.i~.MKiQg ,.&ti .U w.imag.~~i\Y;N
Close-up playback
• In single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to ~ to zoom in. Turn to ~to return to single-
frame playback.
Rear dial
W~t,biog"iimo.¥.i .e.&,
Select a movie and press the @) button to display the
playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the @)
button to begin playback. To interrupt movie playback,
press MENU.
llo.l.u.m.e ........... .
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+
Volume can be adjusted by pressing ~ or '\1 during single-frame and movie playback.
Protecting images
Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image
you wish to protect and press the AEL/AFL button; a On
(protect) icon will appear on the image. Press the
AEL/AFL button again to remove protection.
You can also protect multiple selected images.
(f) Cautions
• Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected.
t;rasing
.im~ge$
o-n (protect) icon
Display an image you want to delete and press the 1iD button. Select [Yes] and press
the @) button.
Selecting images
Select the image. You can also select multiple images for
protection or deletion. Press the ~ button to select an
image; a ~ icon will appear on the image. Press the ~
button again to cancel the selection.
Press @)to display the delete or protect selection menu.
You can use the touch panel to manipulate images.
• Full-frame playback
Viewing additional images
• Slide your finger to the left to view later frames, right to
scroll view earlier frames.
Playback zoom
• Slide the bar up or down to zoom in or out.
• Use your finger to scroll the display when the picture is
zoomed in.
• Tap ID to display index playback.
Tap iEE~i again ~r calendar playback.
• Index/Calendar Playback
Page ahead/Page back
• Slide your finger up to view the next page, down to view
the previous page.
• Use jg~j or l..ol to choose the number of images
displayed.
• Tap i~Pi several times to return to single-frame
playback.
Viewing images
• Tap an image to view it full frame.
S~llctigg
....... etnd ... >g,:Qtl.ctin.g ..... ima.ges
In single-frame playback, lightly touch the screen to display the touch menu. You can
then perform the desired operation by touching the icons in the touch menu.
Select an image. You can select multiple images for protection.
·•: .• r:< •• ··::)§{•+·······.•.·•.·l You can set the images you wish to share over Wi-Fi connection.
ll@f [Share Order] (P. 62)
Protects an image.
(/) Cautions
• The situations in which touch screen operations are not available include the following.
Panorama/30/e-portrait/multiple exposure/during bulb or time photography/one-touch
white balance dialog/when buttons or dials are in use
• Do not touch the display with your fingernails or other sharp objects.
• Gloves or monitor covers may interfere with touch screen operation.
• You can also use the touch screen with the ART, SCN and II menus. Tap an icon to
select it.
EN 121
Viewfinder display when shooting using the viewfinder
CD
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G) Battery check
lr, .. l Lit up: Ready for use.
I , .. 1 Lit up: Battery is running low.
~
Blinks (red): Charging required.
® Shooting mode ................... P. 18, 38-47
@ Myset .............................................. P. 77
@ Available recording time
® Number of storable still pictures ... P. 124
® ISO sensitivity ................................. P. 57
(j) White balance ................................. P. 56
® Highlight and shadow control. ......... P. 49
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® Top: Flash intensity control ............. P. 71
Bottom: Exposure compensation
indicator ............................. P. 49
@) Exposure compensation value ........ P. 49
® Aperture value ......................... P. 38-41
@ Shutter speed .......................... P. 38-41
@ AE Lock IAELI ................................... P. 49
@ AF confirmation mark ...................... P. 21
@ Flash ............................................... P. 50
(blinks: charging in progress)
@) PBH (displayed when camera is
receiving power from power battery
holder) ........................................... P. 129
@ Level gauge (displayed by pressing the
shutter button down halfway) .......... P. 37
You can change the viewfinder display style. In this manual, [Style 1] is used.
~
[Built-in EVF Style] (P. 97)
Monitor display when shooting using live view
CD Card write indicator ......................... P. 13
® Wi-Fi connection ..................... P. 27, 119
@ Super FP flash .............................. P. 130
@ RC mode ....................................... P. 131
@ Auto bracket/HDRIHDRI ........... P. 80/P. 59
® Multiple exposure ............................ P. 82
(j) High frame rate ............................... P. 93
@ Digital Tele-converter ...................... P. 84
® Time lapse shooting ........................ P. 83
@) Face priority .................................... P. 53
® Movie sound ................................... P. 74
@ Focal length/Internal temperature
warning IOrcrF ................ P. 128/P. 139
@ Flash ............................................... P. 50
(blinks: charging in progress,
lights up: charging completed)
@ AF confirmation mark ...................... P. 21
@ Image stabilizer ............................... P. 66
@) Art filter ........................................... P. 44
Scene mode .................................... P. 45
Picture mode ................................... P. 68
@ White balance ................................. P. 56
@ Sequential shooting/self-timer ........ P. 55
@) Aspect ratio ..................................... P. 69
® Record mode (still images) ............. P. 70
@ Record mode (movies) ................... P. 71
@ Available recording time
@ Number of storable still pictures ... P. 124
@ Highlight&Shadow Controi .............. P. 49
@ Top:
Flash intensity control ...... P. 71
Bottom: Exposure compensation
indicator ............................ P. 49
@ Exposure compensation value ........ P. 49
® Aperture value ......................... P. 38-41
@ Shutter speed .......................... P. 38-41
@ Histogram ....................................... P. 37
@ AE Lock .......................................... P. 49
® Shooting mode ................... P. 18, 38-47
@ Myset .............................................. P. 77
@ Shooting using touch screen
operations ....................................... P. 27
@ Flash intensity controi ..................... P. 71
@ ISO sensitivity ................................. P. 57
@ AF mode ......................................... P. 73
® Metering mode ................................ P. 72
@ Flash mode ..................................... P. 50
@ Battery check
... , .. , Lit up (green): Ready for use
(displayed for about ten seconds
after the camera is turned on.)
I , .. , Lit up (green): Battery is running
low.
~
Blinks (red): Charging required
@ Live guide recall. ............................. P. 28
EN 123
1 Rotate the mode dial to ART.
• A menu of art filters will be displayed. Select a
filter using ~ V.
• Press @) or press the shutter button halfway to
select the highlighted item and exit the art filter
menu.
• Types of art filters
~ Pop Art
~ Pin Hole
~ Soft Focus
~ Diorama
~ Pale&Light Color
~ Cross Process
mJ Light Tone
ml Gentle Sepia
~ Grainy Film
~ Dramatic Tone
2 Shoot.
~ Key Line
~ Watercolor
~ ART BKT (ART
bracketing)
• To choose a different setting, press @) to display the art filter menu.
Shooting,in,
... &c~ne;,.mgde ,
1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN.
• A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a
scene using ~ V.
• Press @) or press the shutter button halfway to
select the highlighted item and exit the scene
menu.
• Types of scene modes
~ Portrait
[t;) Children
~ e-Portrait
§] High Key
~ Landscape
Ill Low Key
~ Landscape+ Portrait
m DIS Mode
~ Sport
~ Macro
~ Hand-Held Starlight
~ Nature Macro
~ Night Scene
I!!J Candle
1m Night+ Portrait
~ Sunset
2 Shoot.
1m Documents
~ Panorama (P. 46)
•
Fireworks
~ Beach & Snow
~ D Fisheye Effect
rgm D Wide-Angle
~ D Macro
~ 3D Photo
• To choose a different setting, press @)to display the scene menu.
Using PHOTO STORY
1 Rotate the mode dial to 11.
• A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed.
2 Use ~ V to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY.
• You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme.
You can also change the aspect ratio, the division pattern and the frame effects of
individual images.
• You can change the frame color and frame surrounding effect in each variation.
• Every theme and variation provides a different PHOTO STORY.
3 After finishing the settings, press @).
• The monitor switches to PHOTO STORY display.
• The subject of current frame is displayed in live view.
• Touch any of the masked frames to switch the masked frame to the current frame.
• Press the MENU button to change the theme.
4 Shoot an image for the first frame.
• The image you have shot is displayed in the first frame.
5 Shoot an image for the next frame.
• View and shoot the subject for the next frame.
• Press 1ii to cancel the image in the directly preceding frame and retake the shot.
• Touch any frame to cancel the image in it and retake the shot. Touch the frame, and
then touch a.
6 Once you have shot all the frames, press @) to save the image.
• Press the MENU button, and you can select other themes.
LJ,slng a flash (flash .phQtQg.r;aRbY)
The flash can be set manually as required. The flash can be used for flash
photography in a variety of shooting conditions.
1 Attach the flash to the camera and raise
the light-emitting unit.
• ~
"Attaching the flash unit" (P. 15)
2 Set the lever to position 2 and press the AF(•) button.
When shooting using live view
3 Select a setting using the rear dial and press the @) button.
• The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on
the shooting mode. ~
"Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode" (P. 51)
4 Press the shutter button all the way.
EN j25
Basic menu operations
The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live
control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use.
~ ,, .,,,,
Preliminary and basic shooting options
q ,,• .. Ii\\ Advanced shooting options
IE
Playback and retouch options
'
·'
Customizing camera settings (P. 90)
~
Accessory port menu options for accessory port devices such as EVF and
OLYMPUS PENPAL (P. 108)*
t
Camera setup (e.g., date and language)
*
Not displayed at default settings.
1 Press the MENU button to display the menus.
Operation guide 4
'~§
Press the MENU button--~
to go back one screen
2 Use 6.. V to select a tab and press @.
Press @) to confirm the
setting
3 Select an item using 6.. V and press @ to display options for the
selected item.
The current setting is displayed
ShootinimMenu 2
Ill
Function
Q /~
·=-
0
:iii Image Stabilizer
02 Bracketing
Off
HDR
Off
Multiple Exposure
Off
Time Lapse Settings
Off
~ RC Mode
Off
Back~
Set l!l3
4 Use 6.. V to highlight an option and press @ to select.
• Press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the menu.
«Notes
• For the default settings of each option, refer to "Menu directory" (P. 142).
• A guide is displayed for about 2 seconds after you select an option. Press the INFO
button to view or hide guides.
Using the accessory port menus
You can make settings relating to devices connected via the accessory port.
Before Using the accessory port menus
The Accessory Port menu is only available when the appropriate option is selected for the
[#0 /~ Menu Display] item in the setup menu.
1 Press the MENU button to display the menus, and display the t (Setup
Menu) tab.
_2 Select [##/(@ Menu Display] and set [l@ Menu Display] to [On].
• The~ (Accessory Port Menu) tab will be displayed in the menu.
Accessory Port Menu
1ft OLYMPUS PENPAL Share (P. 110)
~ OLYMPUS PENPALAibum (P. 111)
a Electronic Viewfinder (P. 111)
• The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to
240V AC (50/60Hz) around the world. However, depending on the country or area you
are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differently and the charger may require a plug
adapter to match the wall outlet. For details, ask at your local electrical shop or travel
agent.
• Do not use commercially available travel adapters as the charger may malfunction.
Flash
FL-LM2
Gno: 7 (ISO 100•m)
Monitor
3.0" TFT color LCD
USB cable
CB-USB6
Lithium ion battery
BLN-1
Lithium ion charger
BCN-1
Operating environment (Temperature)
-10°C- 40°C (14°F- 104°F) (operation)/
-20°C- 60°C (-4°F- 140°F) (storage)
In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as "cards." The
following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be
used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest
information, please visit the Olympus website.
SO card write protect switch
The SO card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to
+
the "LOCK" side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or
format. Return the switch to the unlock position enable writing.
EN 127
• The data in the card will not be erased completely even after formatting the card or
deleting the data. When discarding, destroy the card to prevent leakage of personal
information.
• Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where the
camera is used. Remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or disable the card functions in
airplanes and other locations where use is prohibited. ~
[Eye-Fi] (P. 98)
• The Eye-Fi card may become hot during use.
• When using an Eye-Fi card, the battery may run out faster.
• When using an Eye-Fi card, the camera may function more slowly.
This condition may occur when the camera is pointed at an extremely bright subject
under a clear sky and so on. The lines may appear on the recorded movie.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.
.Lt DANGER
An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating
and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the
product.
If the product is used without observing the information given under this
symbol, serious injury or death may result.
WARNING
If the product is used without observing the information given under this
symbol, injury or death may result.
.Lt CAUTION
WARNING!
If the product is used without observing the information given under this
symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable
data may result.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.
Read All Instructions -
Before you use the
product, read all operating instructions. Save all
manuals and documentation for future reference.
Cleaning -Always unplug this product from
the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp
cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or
aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to
clean this product.
Attachments -
For your safety, and to avoid
damaging the product, use only accessories
recommended by Olympus.
Water and Moisture- For precautions on
products with weatherproof designs, read the
weatherproofing sections.
Location -
To avoid damage to the product,
mount the product securely on a stable tripod,
stand, or bracket.
Power Source -
Connect this product only to
the power source described on the product label.
Foreign Objects -To avoid personal injury,
never insert a metal object into the product.
Heat -
Never use or store this product near
any heat source such as a radiator, heat register,
stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that
generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.
~Godu~t Handling Pre~.au~iQns
~WARNING
• Do not use the camera near flammable or
explosive gases.
• Do not use the flash and LED on people
(infants, small children, etc.) at close
range.
You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from
the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash
too close to the subject's eyes could cause
a momentary loss of vision.
• Keep young children, infants, and animals
such as pets away from the camera.
Always use and store the camera out of
the reach of young children and infants to
prevent the following dangerous situations
which could cause serious injury:
• Becoming entangled in the camera strap,
causing strangulation.
• Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards
or other small parts.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own
eyes or those of another child.
• Accidentally being injured by the moving
parts of the camera.
• Do not look at the sun or strong lights
with the camera.
• Do not use or store the camera in dusty or
humid places.
• Do not cover the flash with a hand while
firing.
~CAUTION
• Stop using the camera immediately if
you notice any unusual odors, noise, or
smoke around it.
Never remove the batteries with bare hands,
which may cause a fire or burn your hands.
• Never hold or operate the camera with
wet hands.
• Do not leave the camera in places where
it may be subject to extremely high
temperatures.
Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate
and, in some circumstances, cause the
camera to catch fire.
Do not use the charger if it is covered (such
as a blanket). This could cause overheating,
resulting in fire.
• Handle the camera with care to avoid
getting a low-temperature burn.
When the camera contains metal parts,
overheating can result in a low-temperature
burn. Pay attention to the following:
• When used for a long period, the camera
will get hot. If you hold on to the camera
in this state, a low temperature burn may
be caused.
• In places subject to extremely cold
temperatures, the temperature of the
camera's body may be lower than the
environmental temperature. If possible,
wear gloves when handling the camera in
cold temperatures.
Be careful with the strap.
Be careful with the strap when you carry
the camera. It could easily catch on stray
objects - and cause serious damage.
El .at~e~
.. :t:liUJdli .ng xPtQ~.a.utiog.s
..... .
Follow these important guidelines to prevent
batteries from leaking, overheating, burning,
exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.
~DANGER
• The camera uses a lithium ion battery
specified by Olympus. Charge the battery
with the specified charger. Do not use any
other chargers.
• Never heat or incinerate batteries.
• Take precautions when carrying or storing
batteries to prevent them from coming into
contact with any metal objects such as
jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
• Never store batteries where they will be
exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to
high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a
heat source, etc.
• To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging
their terminals, carefully follow all instructions
regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt
to disassemble a battery or modify it in any
way, by soldering, etc.
EN 129
• If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush
your eyes immediately with clear, cold
running water and seek medical attention
immediately.
• Always store batteries out of the reach of
small children. If a child accidentally swallows
a battery, seek medical attention immediately.
• Should you notice that the charger is emitting
smoke, heat, or an unusual noise or smell,
immediately cease use and unplug the
charger from the power outlet, and then
contact an authorized distributor or service
center.
~WARNING
• Keep batteries dry at all times.
• To prevent batteries from leaking,
overheating, or causing a fire or explosion,
use only batteries recommended for use with
this product.
• Insert the battery carefully as described in the
operating instructions.
• If rechargeable batteries have not been
recharged within the specified time, stop
charging them and do not use them.
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or
deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other
way during operation, stop using the camera.
• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing
or skin, remove the clothing and flush the
affected area with clean, running cold water
immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek
medical attention immediately.
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or
continuous vibration.
~CAUTION
• Before loading, always inspect the battery
carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or
any other abnormality.
• The battery may become hot during
prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not
remove it immediately after using the camera.
• Always unload the battery from the camera
before storing the camera for a long period.
• This camera uses a lithium ion battery
specified by Olympus. Do not use any other
type of battery.
• There is a risk of explosion if the battery
is replaced with the incorrect battery type.
Dispose of the used battery following the
instructions "Battery Handling Precautions".
• When the camera will not be used for an
extended period, store it in a cool place.
• Please recycle batteries to help save our
planet's resources. When you throw away
dead batteries, be sure to cover their
terminals and always observe local laws and
regulations.
Precautions when using the
wireless LA.N fuoction
~WARNING
Turn off the camera in hospitals and other
locations where medical equipment is
present.
The radio waves from the camera may
adversely affect medical equipment,
causing a malfunction that results in an
accident.
• Turn off the camera when on board
aircraft.
Using wireless devices onboard may hinder
safe operation of the aircraft.
FC.C Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
• Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable
should be used to connect the camera to
USB enabled personal computers.
FCC Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to
OET65 and RSS-1 02 of the IC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low
levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply
without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
f.o.r .customers in ..... North and S.outh America
For customers in USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number
: E-M1
Trade Name
: OLYMPUS
Responsible Party
: OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC.
Address
: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P. 0. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, USA
Telephone Number : 484-896-5000
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAN ICES-3(B)
E
.. or customers in M.exlco
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
equipment or device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Irad.emarks
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.
• "Shadow Adjustment Technology" function contains patented technologies from Apical
Limited.
• Micro Four Thirds, Four Thirds, and the Micro Four Thirds and Four Thirds logos are
apical
trademarks or registered trademarks of the OLYMPUS IMAGING Corporation in Japan, the United
States, the countries of the European Union, and other countries.
• "PEN PAL" is used in reference to the OLYMPUS PEN PAL.
• Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• 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).
• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or
trademarks of their respective owners.
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CERTIFIED
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL
AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY
A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS
GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP:/IWWW.MPEGLA.COM
The software in this camera may include third party software. Any third party software is subject to the
terms and conditions, imposed by the owners or licensors of that software, under which software is
provided to you.
Those terms and other third party software notices, if any, may be found in the software notice PDF file
stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at
http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/digicamera/download/notice/notice.efm
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WC161301
Table of Contents
Quick task index
1.
Preparing the camera and flow of
operations
2.
Shooting using the viewfinder
3.
Shooting using live view
4.
Viewing photographs and movies
5.
Basic operations
6.
Using shooting options
7.
Menu functions
8.
Printing pictures
9.
Connecting the camera to a
computer and a smartphone
10. Battery, battery charger, and card
11. Interchangeable lenses
12. Using separately sold accessories
13. Information
14. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera,
please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are
additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will
differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
� This notice concerns the supplied � ash unit and is chie� y directed to users in
North America.
Information for Your Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• Read and understand all instructions before using.
• Close supervision is necessary when any � ash is used by or near children. Do not leave
� ash unattended while in use.
• Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
• Do not operate if the � ash has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by
quali� ed service personnel.
• Let � ash cool completely before putting away.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse this � ash in water or other liquids.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this � ash, but take it to quali� ed
service personnel when service or repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the � ash is used subsequently.
• The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a
risk of � re, electric shock, or injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Indications used in this manual
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
# Cautions
Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction
or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be
absolutely avoided.
$ Notes
Points to note when using the camera.
% Tips
Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of
your camera.
g
Reference pages describing details or related information.
Table of Contents
Quick task index
7
Unpack the box contents .............9
Preparing the camera and
� ow of operations
10
Names of parts ...........................10
Charging and inserting the
battery .........................................12
Inserting and removing cards ...13
Attaching a lens to the
camera .........................................14
Attaching the � ash unit .............15
Power on .....................................16
Setting the date/time ..................17
Setting the shooting mode ........18
Selecting a shooting method ....19
Shooting using the
view� nder
20
Shooting ......................................20
Shooting still pictures................20
Recording movies .....................22
Setting shooting functions ........23
Using the Multi-function
button........................................23
Using the super control panel ...24
Shooting using live view
25
Shooting ......................................25
Shooting still pictures................25
Recording movies .....................26
Using the touch screen ..............27
Selecting a focusing method ....27
Using the wireless LAN
function .....................................27
Setting shooting functions ........28
Using live guides ......................28
Using live control .......................30
Viewing photographs and
movies
31
Viewing photographs and
movies .........................................31
Index display/Calendar
display ......................................31
Viewing still images ..................32
Watching movies ......................32
Volume......................................32
Protecting images .....................32
Erasing images .........................33
Selecting images ......................33
Using the touch screen ..............34
Selecting and protecting
images ......................................34
Basic operations
35
Information displays while
shooting ......................................35
View� nder display when shooting
using the view� nder ..................35
Monitor display when shooting
using live view ..........................36
Switching the information
display ......................................37
Using the shooting modes ........38
“Point-and-shoot” photography
(P program mode) ....................38
Choosing aperture
(A aperture-priority mode) .......39
Choosing shutter speed
(S shutter-priority mode) ..........40
Choosing aperture and shutter
speed (M manual mode) ..........41
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Using movie mode (n) ............42
Adding effects to a movie
[Movie Effect] ............................42
Using art � lters..........................44
Shooting in scene mode ...........45
Using PHOTO STORY .............47
Commonly used shooting
options ........................................49
Controlling exposure
(exposure compensation) .........49
Changing the brightness of
highlights and shadows ............49
Locking the exposure
(AE Lock) ..................................49
Using a � ash
(� ash photography)...................50
Choosing a focus target
(AF Area) ..................................52
Setting the AF target .................52
Face priority AF/pupil detection
AF .............................................53
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF..........54
Sequential shooting/using the
self timer ...................................55
Adjusting color
(white balance) .........................56
ISO sensitivity ...........................57
Controlling color
(Color Creator)..........................58
HDR photography .....................59
Information display during
playback ......................................60
Playback image information .....60
Switching the information
display ......................................60
Changing the playback
information display method.......61
Sharing images over Wi-Fi
connection (Share Order) .........62
Manipulating playback
images ......................................63
Using shooting options
66
Reducing camera shake
(image stabilizer) ......................66
Processing options
(picture mode) ..........................68
Adding effects to a movie .........69
Setting the image aspect ..........69
Image quality (record mode).....70
Adjusting � ash output
(� ash intensity control)..............71
Choosing how the camera
measures brightness
(metering) .................................72
Choosing a focus mode
(AF mode).................................73
Movie sound options (recording
sound with movies) ...................74
Menu functions
75
Basic menu operations ..............75
Using Shooting Menu 1/
Shooting Menu 2 ........................76
Formatting the card
(Card Setup) .............................76
Restoring default settings
(Reset/Myset) ...........................77
Processing options
(Picture Mode) ..........................78
Image quality (K) ...................79
Setting the self timer (j/Y) ...79
Varying settings over a series
of photographs (bracketing)......80
Recording multiple exposures
in a single image (multiple
exposure)..................................82
Shooting automatically with
a � xed interval (time lapse
shooting) ...................................83
Wireless remote control � ash
photography..............................84
Digital Zoom
(Digital Tele-converter) .............84
HDR photography .....................84
Table of Contents
Using the playback menu ..........85
Displaying images rotated
(R) ..........................................85
Editing still images ....................85
Canceling all protections ..........87
Using the Smartphone
connection option (Connection
to Smartphone) .........................87
Using the setup menu ................88
X (Date/time setting) ...............88
W (Changing the display
language)..................................88
i (Monitor brightness
adjustment) ...............................88
Rec View ..................................88
Wi-Fi Settings ...........................88
c/# Menu Display ..................88
Firmware...................................88
Setting up a wireless LAN
connection (Wi-Fi Settings) ......89
Using the custom menus ...........90
R AF/MF ..................................90
S Button/Dial/Lever .................91
T Release/j .........................91
U Disp/8/PC ..........................92
V Exp/p/ISO ..........................93
W # Custom ............................94
X K/Color/WB .......................95
Y Record/Erase .......................96
Z Movie ...................................97
b Built-In EVF ..........................97
k K Utility ..............................98
AEL/AFL ...................................98
MF Assist ..................................99
Button Function ........................99
t Lever Function .................101
Viewing camera images on
TV ...........................................101
Choosing the control panel
displays (KControl
Settings) .................................103
Adding information displays
(G/Info Settings) ...................105
Shutter speeds when the � ash
� res automatically [# X-Sync.]
[# Slow Limit].........................106
AF focus adjustments .............107
Using the accessory port
menus ........................................108
Before using the accessory port
menus .....................................108
Using OLYMPUS PENPAL .....109
A OLYMPUS PENPAL
Share ......................................110
B OLYMPUS PENPAL
Album ..................................... 111
C Electronic View� nder ......... 111
Printing pictures
112
Print reservation (DPOF) .........112
Creating a print order..............112
Removing all or selected
pictures from the print order ...112
Direct printing (PictBridge) .....113
Easy printing ...........................114
Custom printing ......................114
Connecting the camera to a
computer and a smartphone 116
Installing the PC software .......116
Copying pictures to a computer
without OLYMPUS Viewer 3 .....118
Using the camera wireless
LAN function .............................119
Things you can do with
OI.Share .....................................121
Table of Contents
Battery, battery charger, and
card
122
Battery and charger .................122
Using an optional AC adapter ....122
Using your charger abroad .....122
Usable cards .............................123
Record mode and � le size/
number of storable still
pictures .....................................124
Interchangeable lenses
125
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens
speci� cations ..........................125
Using separately sold
accessories
129
Power Battery Holder
(HLD-7) ......................................129
External � ash units designated
for use with this camera ..........130
Wireless remote control � ash
photography............................131
Other external � ash units ........132
Principal Accessories ..............133
System chart .............................134
Information
136
Shooting tips and
information ................................136
Error codes ...............................138
Cleaning and storing the
camera .......................................140
Cleaning the camera ..............140
Storage ...................................140
Cleaning and checking the
image pickup device ...............140
Pixel Mapping - Checking the
image processing functions ....141
Menu directory ..........................142
Speci� cations ...........................148
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
151
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........151
Index
161
Quick task index
Shooting
g
Taking pictures with automatic settings
iAUTO (A)
18
Easy photography with special effects
Art � lter (ART)
44
Choosing an aspect ratio
Aspect ratio
69
Quickly matching settings to the scene
Scene mode (SCN)
45
Pro-level photography made simple
Live Guide
28
Adjusting the brightness of a photograph
Exposure compensation
49
Taking pictures with a blurred background
Live Guide
28
Aperture priority shooting
39
Taking pictures that stop the subject in
motion or convey a sense of motion
Live Guide
28
Shutter priority shooting
40
Taking pictures with the correct color
White balance
56
One-touch white balance
57
Processing pictures to match the subject/
Taking monotone pictures
Picture Mode
68
Art � lter (ART)
44
When the camera will not focus on your
subject/Focusing on one area
Using the touch screen
27
AF Area
52
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF
54
Focusing on a small spot in the frame/
con� rming focus before shooting
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF
54
Recomposing photographs after focusing
C-AF+TR (AF tracking)
73
Turning off the beep speaker
8 (Beep sound)
93
Taking photos without the � ash
ISO/DIS Mode
57/45
Reducing camera shake
Image Stabilizer
66
Anti-Shock z
94
Self-timer
55
Remote cable
133
Taking pictures of a subject against
backlight
Flash shooting
50
Gradation (Picture Mode)
78
Photographing � reworks
Bulb/time photography
41
Scene mode (SCN)
45
Reducing image noise (mottling)
Noise Reduct.
93
Taking pictures without white subjects
appearing too white or black subjects
appearing too dark
Gradation (Picture Mode)
78
Histogram/
Exposure compensation
37/49
Highlight&Shadow Control
49
Optimizing the monitor/
adjusting monitor hue
Monitor brightness
adjustment
88
Live View Boost
92
Quick task index
Quick task index
Checking set effect before taking a
picture
Preview function
100
Test Picture
100
Checking horizontal or vertical orientation
before shooting
Level gauge
37
Shooting with deliberate composition
Displayed Grid
92
Zooming in on photos to check focus
Autoq (Rec View)
88
Self-portraits
Self-timer
55
Sequential shooting
Sequential shooting
55
Extending the useful life of the battery
Sleep
93
Increasing the number of pictures that
can be taken
Record mode
70
Playback/Retouch
g
Viewing images on a TV
HDMI/Video Out
92
Playback on TV
101
Viewing slideshows with background
music
Slideshow
65
Brightening shadows
Shadow Adj (JPEG Edit)
86
Dealing with red-eye
Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit)
86
Printing made easy
Direct printing
113
Commercial prints
Creating a print order
112
Simple photo sharing
Share Order
62
Using the camera wireless
LAN function
119
OLYMPUS PENPAL
109
Connection to Smartphone
87
Camera Settings
g
Restoring default settings
Reset
77
Saving the settings
Myset
77
Changing the menu display language
W
88
Unpack the box contents
Unpack the box contents
The following items are included with the camera.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
camera.
Camera
Body cap
Strap
USB cable
CB-USB6
• Flash case
• Computer software CD-ROM
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card
Flash
FL-LM2
Lithium ion battery
BLN-1
Lithium ion charger
BCN-1
Attaching the strap
1 Thread the strap in the direction of the arrows.
4
3
2
1
2 Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is fastened securely.
5
• Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.
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1
Names of parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
a
b
c
d
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
n
o
m
e
1 Mode dial lock .................................P. 18
2 Rear dial*1 (o)
.......................P. 23, 38 – 41, 56, 58, 105
3 Fn2 button ................................P. 23, 49
4 H/R (Movie) button ........P. 33/P. 22, 99
5 Front dial*1 (r) .................P. 31, 38 – 41
6 Shutter button .................................P. 21
7 Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
...............................................P. 55/P. 91
8 Lens attachment mark ....................P. 14
9 Y (One-touch white balance) button
........................................................P. 57
0 Z (Preview) button .........................P. 39
a Mount (Remove the body cap before
attaching the lens.)
b Mode dial ........................................P. 18
c Stereo microphone .............P. 64, 74, 87
d ON/OFF lever ................................P. 16
e AFm (AF/Metering mode) button
(#/w settings*2) ..........P. 50, 71, 72, 73
f jYHDR (Sequential shooting/Self-
timer/HDR) button
(Bracket settings*2) .............P. 55, 37, 80
g External � ash connector ...............P. 132
h Microphone connector cover
i Strap eyelet.......................................P. 9
j Connector cover
k Lens release button ........................P. 14
l Lens lock pin
m Microphone connector (Third-party
commercial microphones can be used.
l3.5 stereo mini-plug)
n HDMI connector (Type D) .............P. 101
o Multi-connector .............P. 101, 113, 116
*1 In this manual, the r and o icons represent operations performed using the front dial
and rear dial.
*2 When the lever is set to 2
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1
7
5
4
8
0
9
a
f
b
c
e
d
g
h
6
3
2
i
j
k
l
m
n
1 Accessory port ..............................P. 108
2 Diopter adjustment dial ...................P. 20
3 u (LV) button ..............................P. 19
4 Monitor (Touch screen)
................................P. 16, 27, 34, 36, 60
5 View� nder ..........................P. 19, 20, 39
6 Eye sensor
7 Eyecup ..........................................P. 133
8 Hot shoe .......................................P. 130
9 AEL/AFL button..................P. 32, 49, 98
0 Lever ..................................P. 38 – 41, 91
a INFO button .............................P. 37, 60
b Fn1 button ......................................P. 52
c Q button ..................................P. 30, 75
d Arrow pad* ......................................P. 31
e MENU button .................................P. 75
f q (Playback) button ................P. 31, 61
g Speaker
h � (Erase) button ............................P. 33
i Tripod socket
j PBH cover.....................................P. 129
k Battery compartment cover.............P. 12
l Battery compartment lock ...............P. 12
m Card slot cover................................P. 13
n Card slot .........................................P. 13
* In this manual, the FGHI icons represent operations performed using the arrow
pad.
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1
Charging and inserting the battery
1 Charging the battery.
Charging indicator
BCN-1
Charging in
progress
Lights orange
Charging
complete
Off
Charging error
Blinks orange
(Charging time: Up to
approximately 4 hours)
1
2
3
AC wall outlet
AC cable
Lithium ion battery
Lithium ion charger
Direction indicating mark (�)
Charging indicator
# Cautions
• Unplug the charger when
charging is complete.
2 Loading the battery.
3
2
1
Battery
compartment
lock
Battery
compartment cover
Direction
indicating
mark
3 Closing the battery cover.
Removing the battery
Turn off the camera before opening or closing the
battery compartment cover. To remove the battery, � rst
push the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow
and then remove.
# Cautions
• Contact an authorized distributor or service center if you are unable to remove the
battery. Do not use force.
$ Notes
• It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the
battery in use drains.
• Also read “Battery, battery charger, and card” (P. 122).
Preparing the camera and � ow of operations
1
Inserting and removing cards
1 Loading the card.
• Open the card slot cover.
• Slide the card in until it is locked into place.
g “Usable cards” (P. 123)
# Cautions
• Turn off the camera before loading or
removing the card.
3
2
1
2 Closing the card slot cover.
• Close � rmly until you hear a click.
# Cautions
• Be sure the card slot cover is closed before using the camera.
Removing the card
Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected.
Pull out the card.
# Cautions
• Do not remove the battery or card while the card
write indicator (P. 36) is displayed.
Eye-Fi Cards
Read “Usable cards” (P. 123) before use.
Preparing the camera and � ow of operations
1
Attaching a lens to the camera
1 Attach a lens to the camera.
1
2
Rear cap
2
1
• Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on
the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body.
• Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it clicks.
# Cautions
• Make sure the camera is turned off.
• Do not press the lens release button.
• Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
2 Remove the lens cap.
2
1
1
Using lenses with an UNLOCK switch
Retractable lenses with an UNLOCK switch cannot
be used while retracted. Turn the zoom ring in the
direction of arrow (1) to extend the lens (2).
To store, turn the zoom ring in the direction of arrow
(4) while sliding the UNLOCK switch (3).
4
1
2
3
Removing the lens from the camera
While pressing the lens release button, rotate the
lens in the direction of the arrow.
2
1
Lens release button
Interchangeable lenses
Read “Interchangeable lenses” (P. 125).
Preparing the camera and � ow of operations
1
Attaching the � ash unit
1 Remove the terminal cover from the � ash unit and attach the � ash to the
camera.
• Slide the � ash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and
is securely in place.
2
3
1
2
1
UNLOCK switch
2 To use the � ash, raise the � ash head.
• Lower the � ash head when the � ash is not in use.
# Cautions
• When not using the accessory port, be sure to attach the cover.
Removing the Flash Unit
Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the � ash
unit.
2
1
UNLOCK switch
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Power on
1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera.
• When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.
• To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position.
� ON/OFF lever
�
� Monitor
Battery level
; (green): Camera ready to shoot.
: (green): Low battery
] (blinks red): Charge the battery.
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250 F5.6
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Using the monitor
2
1
You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
Camera sleep operation
If no operations are performed for a minute, the camera enters “sleep” (stand-by) mode to
turn off the monitor and to cancel all actions. The camera activates again when you touch
any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). The camera will turn off automatically if
left in sleep mode for 4 hours. Turn the camera on again before use.
Preparing the camera and � ow of operations
1
Setting the date/time
Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The � le
name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct
date and time before using the camera.
1 Display the menus.
• Press the MENU button to display the menus.
MENU button
h
4:3
D
1
2
Shooting Menu 1
Card Setup
Reset/Myset
Picture Mode
Image Aspect
Back
Set
Digital Tele-converter
Off
2 Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab.
• Use FG on the arrow pad to select
[d] and press I.
• Select [X] and press I.
--.--.-- --:--
X
W
j±0 k±0
2
1
Setup Menu
English
0.5sec
Wi-Fi Settings
c/# Menu Display
Firmware
Rec View
Back
Set
[d] tab
3 Set the date and time.
• Use HI to select items.
• Use FG to change the selected item.
• Use FG to select the date format.
X
2013
Y
M
D
Time
Cancel
Y/M/D
The time is displayed using a
24-hour clock.
4 Save settings and exit.
• Press Q to set the camera clock and exit to the main menu.
• Press the MENU button to exit the menus.
Preparing the camera and � ow of operations
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Setting the shooting mode
Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode.
A
A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the
current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners.
P
Aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results.
A
You control aperture. You can sharpen or soften background details.
S
You control shutter speed. You can express the motion of moving subjects, or
freeze motion without any blur.
M
You control aperture and shutter speed. You can shoot with long exposures for
� reworks or other dark scenes.
ART
Select an art � lter.
SCN
Select a scene according to the subject.
J
You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
n
Shoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects.
First, try taking photographs in full auto mode.
1 Press the mode dial lock to release the lock and set the mode dial to A.
• When the mode dial lock has been pressed down, the mode dial is locked. Each time
you press the mode dial lock, it switches between locked/released.
Mode dial lock
�
� Monitor
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250 F5.6
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AUTO
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Number of
storable still
pictures
Available
recording
time
ISO
sensitivity
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Indicator
Mode icon
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Selecting a shooting method
With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the
view� nder and shooting using live view with the monitor. Press the u button to switch
between shooting methods.
In addition, you can set various shooting functions using the super control panel, live
control, and LV super control panel, depending on the shooting method.
Shooting using the
view� nder
� Monitor
Lights up when you move
your eye away from the
view� nder.
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250 F5.6
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ISO
AUTO
AUTO
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AUTO
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0.0
0.0
Super control panel
Q
Cursor
250
250 F5.6
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AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
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01:02:03
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1023
ISO
When setting shooting
functions, if you press the
Q button, a cursor will
appear on the super control
panel. Touch the function
you want to set.
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250 F5.6
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ISO
AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
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Shooting using live view
� Monitor
250
250 F5.6
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38
L N
ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
j
0.0
0.0
FullHD
F
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
Live view display
Q
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
L N
4:3
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
P
WB Auto
AUTO
AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
FullHD
F
When setting shooting
functions, if you press the
Q button, live control will
be displayed and you can
select a function by turning
the rear dial.
u button
� View� nder
Automatically lights up
when your eye moves
close.
When the view� nder is lit
up, the monitor turns off.
250 F5.6
0.0
0.0
e ISO-A
200
ISO-A
200
01:02:03
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AUTO
AUTO
L N
4:3
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
WB Auto
AUTO
AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
FullHD
F
If you press the Q button
while the view� nder is lit
up, Live Control will be
displayed in the view� nder.
(During A mode, a live
guide is displayed.)
Shooting using the view� nder
2
2
Shooting
Each time you press the u button, you can switch between shooting with the
view� nder and shooting with live view. When shooting with the view� nder, the super
control panel will be displayed on the monitor.
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250 F5.6
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AUTO
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u button
View� nder
Super control panel
If the display in the view� nder looks
blurry
Look through the view� nder and rotate the
diopter adjustment dial until the display is in
sharp focus.
Shooting still pictures
1 Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
• The view� nder turns on
and the monitor turns off
automatically when you put
your eye to the view� nder.
• Be careful that your � ngers
or the camera strap do not
obstruct the lens.
Horizontal grip
Vertical grip
Shooting using the view� nder
Shooting using the view� nder
2
2 Lightly press the shutter button down to the � rst position. (Press halfway.)
• The AF con� rmation mark (() will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will
be displayed in the focus location.
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01:02:03
1023
ISO-A
200
ISO-A
200
Press the shutter
button halfway.
AF con� rmation mark
Shutter speed
Aperture value
AF target
• The ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and aperture value that have been set
automatically by the camera are displayed.
• If the AF con� rmation mark blinks, the subject is not in focus. (P. 136)
3 Press the shutter button again to take a picture. (Press all the way down.)
• The shutter sounds and the picture is taken.
• The shot image will be displayed on the monitor.
Pressing the shutter button halfway and all the way down
The shutter button has two positions. The act of lightly pressing the shutter button to the
� rst position and holding it there is called “pressing the shutter button halfway,” that of
pressing it all the way down to the second position “pressing the shutter button all (or the
rest of) the way down.”
Press halfway
Press the rest of
the way down
# Cautions
• You can change the view� nder display style. In this manual, [Style 1] is used.
• If the angle of the monitor has been changed, the view� nder will not light up automatically.
• If you press and hold down the u button, a menu is displayed that allows you to change
the settings for automatically lighting up the view� nder.
Shooting using the view� nder
2
Recording movies
You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try
recording in full auto mode.
1 Set the mode dial to A.
2 Press the R button to begin recording.
• The image being shot is displayed on the monitor.
• If you look through the view� nder, the image being
recorded will be displayed.
• You can change the focus location by touching the
screen while recording (P. 27).
R button
3 Press the R button again to end recording.
• When shooting is complete, the super control
panel will be displayed on the monitor.
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Displayed during
recording
Recording time
# Cautions
• When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted
due to the rolling shutter phenomenon. This is a physical phenomenon whereby distortion
occurs in the � lmed image when shooting a fast-moving subject or due to camera shaking.
In particular, this phenomenon becomes more noticeable when using a long focal length.
• If the camera is used for extended periods, the temperature of the image pickup device
will rise and noise and colored fog may appear in images. Turn off the camera for a short
time. Noise and colored fog may also appear in images recorded at high ISO sensitivity
settings. If the temperature rises further, the camera will turn off automatically.
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, the AF will not operate while recording movies.
� Taking photographs during movie recording
• Press the shutter button during movie recording to pause movie recording and take a
photograph. Movie recording restarts after the photograph is taken. Press the R button
to end recording. Three � les will be recorded to the memory card: the movie footage
preceding the photograph, the photograph itself, and the movie footage following the
photograph.
• Only one photograph can be taken at a time during movie recording; the self-timer and
� ash cannot be used.
# Cautions
• Image size and quality for photographs are independent of movie frame size.
• The autofocus and metering used in movie mode may differ from that used to take
photographs.
• The R button cannot be used to record movies in the following instances:
Multiple exposure (still photography also ends.)/shutter button pressed halfway/during
bulb or time photography/sequential shooting/Panorama/SCN mode (e-Portrait, Hand-
Held Starlight, 3D)/time lapse shooting
Shooting using the view� nder
2
Setting shooting functions
Using the Multi-function button
When framing pictures in the view� nder, you can adjust settings quickly using the
multi-function button. At default settings, the Fn2 button is assigned the role of the
multi-function button.
� Choosing a function
1 Press and hold the Fn2 button and rotate the dial.
• The menus are displayed.
2 Keep rotating the dial to select the desired function.
• Release the button when the desired function is selected.
� Using multifunction options
Press the Fn2 button. An option selection dialog will be displayed.
[a] assigned to Fn2 button
Zoom AF
Zoom frame AF
Shooting display
Fn2
Fn2
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250 F5.6
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ISO-A
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Press and hold
Q/Fn2
Highlight and shadow
control options
SHADOW
HI LIGHT
250 F5.6
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Aspect ratio options
Color Creator option
Fn2
Other option assigned to Fn2 button
Function
Front dial (r)
Rear dial (o)
b (Highlight and shadow control) (P.49)
Highlight control
Shadow control
c (Color Creator) (P.58)
Hue
Saturation
a (Zoom frame AF/zoom AF) (P.54)
Zoom frame AF: Exposure compensation
Zoom AF: Zoom in or out
d (Image Aspect) (P.69)
Select an option
Shooting using the view� nder
2
Using the super control panel
When shooting using the view� nder, the super control panel will be displayed on the
monitor. Set your main shooting functions using the super control panel.
Super control panel display
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NORM
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AUTO
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Settings that can be modi� ed using the super control panel
1 Currently selected option
2 ISO sensitivity .................................P. 57
3 Flash mode .....................................P. 50
4 Flash intensity control .....................P. 71
5 Sequential shooting/self-timer ........P. 55
6 White balance .................................P. 56
White balance compensation
7 Picture mode...................................P. 68
8 Sharpness N..................................P. 78
Contrast J .....................................P. 78
Saturation T .................................P. 78
Gradation z...................................P. 78
B&W Filter x .................................P. 78
Picture tone y ...............................P. 79
9 Color space.....................................P. 95
0 Button function assignment ......P. 91, 99
a Face priority ....................................P. 53
b Metering mode ................................P. 72
c Aspect ratio .....................................P. 69
d Record mode ..................................P. 70
e AF mode .........................................P. 73
AF target .........................................P. 52
f Image stabilizer...............................P. 66
# Cautions
• Not displayed in SCN, J, or n modes.
1 Press the Q button.
• The cursor appears.
2 Touch the function you wish to set.
• The cursor appears over the function you touched.
3 Turn the front dial and select a setting value.
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$ Notes
• You can display menus for each function by selecting a function and pressing Q.
Shooting using live view
3
3
Shooting
You can switch between shooting using the view� nder and shooting using live view by
pressing the u button. When shooting using live view, the subject is displayed on the
monitor.
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38
ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
R
u button
Monitor
Shooting still pictures
1 Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
• Be careful not to cover the lens with a � nger or the camera strap.
2 Touch the area of the subject you want to focus
on.
• The camera focuses on the area you touched and
automatically takes a photograph.
• The recorded image is displayed on the monitor.
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250 F5.6
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38
ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
R
$ Notes
• You can also use the shutter button to take a photograph, just as you would when
shooting using the view� nder.
• You can also press the shutter button after the camera focuses on the area you touched
to take a photograph. g “Using the touch screen” (P. 27)
Shooting using live view
Shooting using live view
3
Recording movies
You can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try
recording in full auto mode.
1 Set the mode dial to A.
2 Press the R button to begin recording.
• You can change the focus location by touching the
screen while recording (P. 27).
R button
3 Press the R button again to end recording.
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R
Displayed during
recording
Recording time
# Cautions
• When using a camera with a CMOS image sensor, moving objects may appear distorted
due to the rolling shutter phenomenon. This is a physical phenomenon whereby distortion
occurs in the � lmed image when shooting a fast-moving subject or due to camera shaking.
In particular, this phenomenon becomes more noticeable when using a long focal length.
• If the camera is used for extended periods, the temperature of the image pickup device
will rise and noise and colored fog may appear in images. Turn off the camera for a short
time. Noise and colored fog may also appear in images recorded at high ISO sensitivity
settings. If the temperature rises further, the camera will turn off automatically.
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, the AF will not operate while recording movies.
� Taking photographs during movie recording
• Press the shutter button during movie recording to pause movie recording and take a
photograph. Movie recording restarts after the photograph is taken. Press the R button
to end recording. Three � les will be recorded to the memory card: the movie footage
preceding the photograph, the photograph itself, and the movie footage following the
photograph.
• Only one photograph can be taken at a time during movie recording; the self-timer and
� ash cannot be used.
# Cautions
• Image size and quality for photographs are independent of movie frame size.
• The autofocus and metering used in movie mode may differ from that used to take
photographs.
• The R button cannot be used to record movies in the following instances:
Multiple exposure (still photography also ends.)/shutter button pressed halfway/during
bulb or time photography/sequential shooting/Panorama/SCN mode (e-Portrait, Hand-
Held Starlight, 3D)/time lapse shooting
Shooting using live view
3
Using the touch screen
When shooting using live view, touch panel functions can be used.
Selecting a focusing method
You can focus and shoot by tapping the monitor.
Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings.
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250 F5.6
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30
30
ISO-A
200
R
Wi-Fi
U
Touch screen operations disabled.
T
Tap a subject to focus and automatically
release the shutter. This function is not
available in n mode.
V
Tap to display an AF target and focus on the
subject in the selected area. You can use the
touch screen to choose the position and size of
the focus frame. Photographs can be taken by
pressing the shutter button.
� Previewing Your Subject ( V )
1 Tap the subject in the display.
• An AF target will be displayed.
• Use the slider to choose the size of the frame.
14
14
10
10
77
5x
5x
250
250 F5.6
ISO-A
200
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
2 Use the slider to choose the size of the target
frame, and then tap Y to zoom in on the
subject of the target frame.
• Use your � nger to scroll the display when the picture
is zoomed in.
• Tap Z to cancel the zoom display.
# Cautions
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, the range within which auto focus is possible
decreases. If you touch the screen outside of the possible range, the camera shoots
without using AF.
Using the wireless LAN function
You can connect the camera to a smartphone and
control the camera over Wi-Fi. To use this function, you
must have the relevant app installed on the smartphone.
g “Using the camera wireless LAN function” (P. 119),
“Things you can do with OI.Share” (P. 121)
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250 F5.6
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30
Wi-Fi
ISO-A
200
R
Wi-Fi
Shooting using live view
3
Setting shooting functions
Using live guides
Live guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode, live
guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques.
1 Set the mode dial to A.
2 Touch the tab to display live guides.
• Select a guide item and touch it to set that item.
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250 F5.6
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38
ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
R
Tab
Change Color Saturation
Cancel
Guide item
3 Use your � nger to position the sliders.
• Tap a to enter the setting.
• To cancel the live guide setting, tap k on the
screen.
• If [Shooting Tips] is selected, highlight an item and
press Q to view a description.
• The effect of the selected level is visible in the
display. If [Blur Background] or [Express Motions]
is selected, the display will return to normal, but the
selected effect will be visible in the � nal photograph.
0
Clear & Vivid
Flat & Muted
Cancel
Set
Level bar/selection
4 Shoot.
• To clear the live guide from the display, press the MENU button.
$ Notes
• Live guides can also be used when shooting using the view� nder.
When shooting using the view� nder, settings are made using the dial and buttons. If you
press the Q button, the live guide is displayed, and the rear dial is used to select items
and operate the sliders.
Shooting using live view
3
# Cautions
• If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to
[YN+RAW].
• Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy.
• Pictures may appear grainy at some live guide setting levels.
• Changes to live guide setting levels may not be visible in the monitor.
• Frame rates drop when [Blurred Motion] is selected.
• The � ash cannot be used with the live guide.
• Changes to live guide options cancel previous changes.
• Choosing live guide settings that exceed the limits of the camera exposure meters may
result in pictures that are over or underexposed.
Shooting using live view
3
Using live control
When shooting using live view, live control can be used to set functions in P, A, S,
M, n, and J modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of different
settings in the monitor.
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WB
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AUTO
AUTO
S-IS AUTO
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F
Settings
Functions
� Available settings
Image stabilizer ....................................P. 66
Picture mode ........................................P. 68
Scene mode .........................................P. 45
Art � lter mode .......................................P. 44
n mode ...............................................P. 69
White balance .......................................P. 56
Sequential shooting/self-timer ..............P. 55
Aspect ratio...........................................P. 69
Record mode ........................................P. 70
Flash mode ...........................................P. 50
Flash intensity control ...........................P. 71
Metering mode......................................P. 72
AF mode ...............................................P. 73
ISO sensitivity .......................................P. 57
Face priority ..........................................P. 53
Movie sound record ..............................P. 74
1 Press Q to display the live control.
• To hide the live control, press Q again.
2 Use the rear dial to select the
settings, use the front dial to
change the selected setting,
and press Q.
• The selected settings take effect
automatically if no operations are
performed for about 8 seconds.
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AUTO
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AUTO
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AUTO
P
WB Auto
AUTO
AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
FullHD
F
Cursor
Displays
the selected
function
name
Cursor
Arrow pad
Arrow
pad
# Cautions
• Some items are not available in some shooting modes.
$ Notes
• Live control can also be used when shooting using the view� nder.
If you press the Q button during view� nder display, live control will be displayed in the
view� nder. If the view� nder is switched off while shooting is in progress, live control will
also be canceled.
Viewing photographs and movies
4
4
Viewing photographs and movies
1 Press the q button.
• Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed.
• Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad.
HI
Front dial
Displays the
previous
frame
Displays
the next
frame
q button
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AUTO
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AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
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Still image
Movie
Index display/Calendar display
• To start index playback, turn the rear dial to G during single-frame playback. To start
calendar playback, turn the dial a little further.
• Turn the rear dial to a to return to single-frame playback.
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p
q
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Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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30
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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26
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16
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19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Viewing photographs and movies
Q
Viewing photographs and movies
4
Viewing still images
Close-up playback
In single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to a to zoom in. Turn to G to return to single-
frame playback.
2x
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Rear dial
Watching movies
Select a movie and press the Q button to display the
playback menu. Select [Movie Play] and press the Q
button to begin playback. To interrupt movie playback,
press MENU.
m
Movie
Back
Movie Play
Erase
Set
Share Order
Volume
Volume can be adjusted by pressing F or G during single-
frame and movie playback.
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Protecting images
Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image
you wish to protect and press the AEL/AFL button; a 0
(protect) icon will appear on the image. Press the AEL/AFL
button again to remove protection.
You can also protect multiple selected images.
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0 (protect) icon
# Cautions
• Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected.
Viewing photographs and movies
4
Erasing images
Display an image you want to delete and press the � button. Select [Yes] and press
the Q button.
� button
Erase
Back
Yes
No
Set
Selecting images
Select the image. You can also select multiple images for
protection or deletion. Press the H button to select an
image; a v icon will appear on the image. Press the H
button again to cancel the selection.
Press Q to display the delete or protect selection menu.
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Viewing photographs and movies
4
Using the touch screen
You can use the touch panel to manipulate images.
� Full-frame playback
Viewing additional images
• Slide your � nger to the left to view later frames, right to
scroll view earlier frames.
Playback zoom
• Slide the bar up or down to zoom in or out.
• Use your � nger to scroll the display when the picture is
zoomed in.
• Tap P to display index playback.
Tap Q again for calendar playback.
� Index/Calendar Playback
Page ahead/Page back
• Slide your � nger up to view the next page, down to view
the previous page.
• Use Q or R to choose the number of images
displayed.
• Tap R several times to return to single-frame
playback.
S
Viewing images
• Tap an image to view it full frame.
Selecting and protecting images
In single-frame playback, lightly touch the screen to display the touch menu. You can
then perform the desired operation by touching the icons in the touch menu.
H
Select an image. You can select multiple images for protection.
h
You can set the images you wish to share over Wi-Fi connection.
g [Share Order] (P. 62)
0
Protects an image.
# Cautions
• The situations in which touch screen operations are not available include the following.
Panorama/3D/e-portrait/multiple exposure/during bulb or time photography/one-touch
white balance dialog/when buttons or dials are in use
• Do not touch the display with your � ngernails or other sharp objects.
• Gloves or monitor covers may interfere with touch screen operation.
• You can also use the touch screen with the ART, SCN and J menus. Tap an icon to
select it.
Information displays while shooting
View� nder display when shooting using the view� nder
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Hi +7
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AEL
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Hi +7
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f
g
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1
2
3
4
c
b
a
0
9
7
6
8
5
d
1 Battery check
; Lit up: Ready for use.
: Lit up: Battery is running low.
] Blinks (red) : Charging required.
2 Shooting mode...................P. 18, 38 – 47
3 Myset ..............................................P. 77
4 Available recording time
5 Number of storable still pictures ...P. 124
6 ISO sensitivity .................................P. 57
7 White balance .................................P. 56
8 Highlight and shadow control..........P. 49
9 Top: Flash intensity control .............P. 71
Bottom: Exposure compensation
indicator .............................P. 49
0 Exposure compensation value........P. 49
a Aperture value .........................P. 38 – 41
b Shutter speed ..........................P. 38 – 41
c AE Lock u ...................................P. 49
d AF con� rmation mark......................P. 21
e Flash ...............................................P. 50
(blinks: charging in progress)
f PBH (displayed when camera is
receiving power from power battery
holder)...........................................P. 129
g Level gauge (displayed by pressing the
shutter button down halfway) ..........P. 37
You can change the view� nder display style. In this manual, [Style 1] is used.
g [Built-in EVF Style] (P. 97)
Monitor display when shooting using live view
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S-AF
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1 Card write indicator .........................P. 13
2 Wi-Fi connection .....................P. 27, 119
3 Super FP � ash ..............................P. 130
4 RC mode.......................................P. 131
5 Auto bracket/HDRf ...........P. 80/P. 59
6 Multiple exposure............................P. 82
7 High frame rate ...............................P. 93
8 Digital Tele-converter ......................P. 84
9 Time lapse shooting ........................P. 83
0 Face priority ....................................P. 53
a Movie sound ...................................P. 74
b Focal length/Internal temperature
warning m ................P. 128/P. 139
c Flash ...............................................P. 50
(blinks: charging in progress,
lights up: charging completed)
d AF con� rmation mark......................P. 21
e Image stabilizer...............................P. 66
f Art � lter ...........................................P. 44
Scene mode....................................P. 45
Picture mode...................................P. 68
g White balance .................................P. 56
h Sequential shooting/self-timer ........P. 55
i Aspect ratio .....................................P. 69
j Record mode (still images) .............P. 70
k Record mode (movies) ...................P. 71
l Available recording time
m Number of storable still pictures ...P. 124
n Highlight&Shadow Control ..............P. 49
o Top:
Flash intensity control ......P. 71
Bottom: Exposure compensation
indicator............................P. 49
p Exposure compensation value........P. 49
q Aperture value .........................P. 38 – 41
r Shutter speed ..........................P. 38 – 41
s Histogram .......................................P. 37
t AE Lock ..........................................P. 49
u Shooting mode...................P. 18, 38 – 47
v Myset ..............................................P. 77
w Shooting using touch screen
operations .......................................P. 27
x Flash intensity control .....................P. 71
y ISO sensitivity .................................P. 57
z AF mode .........................................P. 73
A Metering mode ................................P. 72
B Flash mode .....................................P. 50
C Battery check
; Lit up (green): Ready for use
(displayed for about
ten seconds after
the camera is turned
on.)
: Lit up (green): Battery is running
low.
] Blinks (red):
Charging required
D Live guide recall ..............................P. 28
Switching the information display
You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the
INFO button.
� When shooting using the view� nder
Monitor display
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
Super control panel
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AUTO
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Wi-Fi
0.0
0.0
Level gauge display
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250 F5.6
P
0.0
0.0
ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
Image only
View� nder display
Can be switched while looking through the view� nder.
INFO
INFO
Level gauge display
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
250 F5.6
0.0
0.0
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200
ISO-A
200
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INFO
INFO
Image only
Histogram display
Information display on
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0.0
0.0
e ISO-A
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ISO-A
200
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S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
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0.0
0.0
e ISO-A
200
ISO-A
200
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0.0
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ISO-A
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S-IS AUTO
FullHD
FullHD
R
� When shooting using Live View
INFO
Level gauge display
INFO
INFO
250
250 F5.6
P
0.0
0.0
INFO
Image only
Histogram display
Information display on
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38
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250 F5.6
0.0
0.0
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Wi-Fi
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S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
ISO-A
200
FullHD
F
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38
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250 F5.6
P
0.0
0.0
R
Wi-Fi
L N
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
FullHD
FullHD
ISO-A
200
Histogram display
Display a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image. The horizontal axis
gives the brightness, the vertical axis the number of pixels of each brightness in the image.
Areas above the upper limit at shooting are displayed in red, those below the lower limit in
blue, and the area metered using spot metering in green.
Level gauge display
Indicate the orientation of the camera. The “tilt” direction is indicated on the vertical bar and
the “horizon” direction on the horizontal bar. Use the indicators on the level gauge as a guide.
Using the shooting modes
“Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode)
In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response
to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P.
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+2.0
Hi +7
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Hi +7
Sh-3 e ISO-A
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250 F5.6
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38
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ISO-A
200
0.0
0.0
FullHD
F
R
Wi-Fi
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
Shooting
mode
Shutter speed
Aperture value
When shooing using
the view� nder
When shooting using
live view
• The functions you can set with the dials depend on the position of the lever.
Front dial
Lever
Rear dial
Dial
Position of the lever
1
2
r
Exposure
compensation
ISO
o
Program shift
White balance
• The shutter speed and aperture selected by the camera are displayed.
• The shutter speed and aperture displays will blink if the camera is unable to achieve
optimal exposure.
Warning display
example (blinking)
Status
Action
60"
60"
F2.8
F2.8
The subject is too
dark.
• Use the � ash.
8000
8000
F22
F22
The subject is too
bright.
• The metered range of the camera is
exceeded. A commercially available ND
� lter (for adjusting the amount of light) is
required.
• The aperture value at the moment when its indication blinks varies with the lens type and
focal length of the lens.
• When using a � xed [ISO] setting, change the setting. g [ISO] (P. 57)
Program shift (%)
In P and ART modes, you can choose different
combinations of aperture value and shutter speed without
altering exposure. “s” appears next to the shooting mode
during program shift. To cancel program shift, turn the rear
dial until “s” is no longer displayed.
# Cautions
• Program shift is not available when you are using a
� ash.
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ISO
AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
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Wi-Fi
Program shift
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode)
In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter
speed for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to A.
Front dial
Lever
Rear dial
Dial
Position of the lever
1
2
r
Exposure
compensation
ISO
o
Aperture value
White balance
• Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of
� eld (the area in front of or behind the focus point that
appears to be in focus), softening background details.
Smaller apertures (higher F-numbers) increase depth
of � eld.
Aperture value
250
250 F5.6
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A
0.0
0.0
ISO
400
FullHD
F
When shooting using live
view
Setting the aperture value
Reducing aperture value �
� Increasing aperture value
F2� F3.5� F5.6 �F8.0 �F16
• The shutter speed display will blink if the camera is unable to achieve optimal
exposure.
Warning display
example (blinking)
Status
Action
30"
30" F5.6
F5.6
The subject is
underexposed.
• Decrease the aperture value.
8000
8000
F5.6
F5.6
The subject is
overexposed.
• Increase the aperture value.
• If the warning display does not disappear,
the metered range of the camera is
exceeded. A commercially available ND
� lter (for adjusting the amount of light) is
required.
• The aperture value at the moment when its indication blinks varies with the lens type and
focal length of the lens.
• When using a � xed [ISO] setting, change the setting. g [ISO] (P. 57)
Preview function
You can preview the focus range (depth of � eld). While pressing the preview button, the
aperture is stopped down to the set aperture value.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode)
In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust
aperture for optimal exposure. Rotate the mode dial to S.
Front dial
Lever
Rear dial
Dial
Position of the lever
1
2
r
Exposure
compensation
ISO
o
Shutter speed
White balance
• A fast shutter speed can freeze a fast action scene
without any blur. A slow shutter speed will blur a fast
action scene. This blurring will give the impression of
dynamic motion.
When shooting using live
view
Shutter speed
250
250 F5.6
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38
L N
S
0.0
0.0
ISO
400
FullHD
F
Setting the shutter speed
Slower shutter speed �
� Faster shutter speed
2" � 1" � 15� 60 �100 �400 �1000
• The aperture value display will blink if the camera is unable to achieve optimal
exposure.
Warning display
example (blinking)
Status
Action
2000
2000
F2.8
F2.8
The subject is
underexposed.
• Set the shutter speed slower.
125
125
F22
F22
The subject is
overexposed.
• Set the shutter speed faster.
• If the warning display does not disappear,
the metered range of the camera is
exceeded. A commercially available ND
� lter (for adjusting the amount of light) is
required.
• The aperture value at the moment when its indication blinks varies with the lens type and
focal length of the lens.
• When using a � xed [ISO] setting, change the setting. g [ISO] (P. 57)
Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode)
In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the
shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M.
Front dial
Lever
Rear dial
Dial
Position of the lever
1
2
r
Aperture value
ISO
o
Shutter speed
White balance
• Shutter speed can be set to values between 1/8000 and 60 seconds or to [BULB] or
[LIVE TIME].
# Cautions
• Exposure compensation is not available in M mode.
Choosing when the exposure ends (bulb/time photography)
Use for night landscapes and � reworks. Shutter speeds of [BULB] and [LIVE TIME] are
available in mode M.
Bulb photography (BULB): The shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed.
The exposure ends when the shutter button is released.
Time photography (TIME):
The exposure begins when the shutter button is pressed all
the way down. To end the exposure, press the shutter button
all the way down again.
• When using BULB or TIME, screen brightness is varied automatically.
• When using [LIVE TIME], the progress of the exposure will be displayed in the monitor
during shooting. The display can also be refreshed by pressing the shutter button halfway.
• [Live BULB] (P. 94) can be used to display the image exposure during bulb photography.
# Cautions
• ISO sensitivity can be set to a value up to ISO 1600 for live bulb and live time
photography.
• To reduce camera blur during long exposures, mount the camera on a tripod and use a
remote cable (P. 133).
• The following features are not available during long exposures:
Sequential shooting/self-timer shooting/AE bracket shooting/image stabilizer/
� ash bracketing/multiple exposure*
* An option other than [Off] is selected for [Live BULB] or [Live TIME] (P. 94).
• Even when [Noise Reduct.] is in use, noise may be noticeable in the image displayed on
the monitor during shooting.
Noise in images
While shooting at slow shutter speeds, noise may appear on screen. These phenomena
occur when the temperature rises in the image pickup device or image pickup device
internal drive circuit, causing current to be generated in those sections of the image pickup
device that are not normally exposed to light. This can also occur when shooting with a
high ISO setting in a high-temperature environment. To reduce this noise, the camera
activates the noise reduction function. g [Noise Reduct.] (P. 93)
Using movie mode (n)
Movie mode (n) can be used to � lm movies with special effects.
You can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography
mode. Use live control to select the settings. g “Adding effects to a movie” (P. 69)
You can also apply an after-image effect or zoom in on an area of the image during
movie recording.
Adding effects to a movie [Movie Effect]
1 Rotate the mode dial to n.
2 Press the R button to begin recording.
• Press the R button again to end recording.
3 Touch the on-screen icon of the effect you wish to
use.
• You can also use the buttons displayed on icons.
U
Multi Echo
Apply an after-image effect. After-images will appear
behind moving objects.
V
One Shot Echo
An after-image will appear for a short time after you press
the button. The after-image will disappear automatically
after a while.
T
Art Fade
Film with the selected picture mode effect. The fade
effect is applied to the transition between scenes.
M
Movie Tele-
converter
Zoom in on an area of the image without using the lens
zoom. Zoom in on the selected position of the image
even while the camera is kept � xed.
Multi Echo
Touch the icon to apply the effect. Touch again to cancel the effect.
One Shot Echo
Each touch of the icon adds to the effect.
Art Fade
Touch the icon. Touch the picture mode you wish to use. The effect will be applied when you
release your � nger.
1 Touch the icon to display the zoom frame.
• You can change the position of the zoom frame by touching the screen or using
FGHI.
• Press and hold Q to return the zoom frame to a central position.
2 Touch K or press the Fn2 button to zoom in on the area in the zoom
frame.
• Touch L or press the Fn2 button to return to the zoom frame.
3 Touch O or press Q to cancel the zoom frame and exit Movie tele-
converter mode.
# Cautions
• The frame rate will drop slightly during recording.
• The 2 effects cannot be applied simultaneously.
• Use a memory card with an SD speed class of 6 or better. Movie recording may end
unexpectedly if a slower card is used.
• Taking a photograph during movie recording cancels the effect; the effect does not appear
in the photograph.
• [e-Portrait], [Diorama] and [Color Creator] cannot be used at the same time as Art Fade.
• Movie Tele-converter cannot be used when [Picture Mode] is set to [ART].
• The sound of touch operations and button operations may be recorded.
• Besides using touch operations, you can apply effects using the buttons corresponding to
the displayed icons.
Using art � lters
1 Rotate the mode dial to ART.
• A menu of art � lters will be displayed. Select a � lter
using FG.
• Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select
the highlighted item and exit the art � lter menu.
1
Pop Art
� Types of art � lters
j Pop Art
t Cross Process
k Soft Focus
u Gentle Sepia
l Pale&Light Color
v Dramatic Tone
m Light Tone
Y Key Line
n Grainy Film
Z Watercolor
o Pin Hole
u ART BKT (ART bracketing)
s Diorama
2 Shoot.
• To choose a different setting, press Q to display the art � lter menu.
ART bracketing
When one shot is taken, images are recorded for each selected art � lter. Press I to
choose � lters.
Art effects
Art � lters can be modi� ed and effects can be added. Pressing I in the art � lter menu
displays additional options.
Modifying � lters
Option I is the original � lter, while options II and on add effects that modify the original
� lter.
Adding effects*
Soft focus, pin-hole, frames, white edges, starlight, � lter, tone, blur
* The effects available vary with the selected � lter.
# Cautions
• If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to
[YN+RAW]. The art � lter will be applied to the JPEG copy only.
• Depending on the subject, tone transitions may be ragged, the effect may be less
noticeable, or the image may become more “grainy.”
• Some effects may not be visible in live view or during movie recording.
• Playback may differ according to the � lters, effects, or movie quality settings applied.
Shooting in scene mode
1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN.
• A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene
using FG.
• Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select
the highlighted item and exit the scene menu.
1
Portrait
�
� Types of scene modes
O Portrait
J Macro
P e-Portrait
r Nature Macro
L Landscape
Q Candle
K Landscape+Portrait
R Sunset
J Sport
T Documents
i
Hand-Held Starlight
s Panorama (P. 46)
G Night Scene
( Fireworks
U Night+Portrait
g Beach & Snow
G Children
f n Fisheye Effect
H High Key
w n Wide-Angle
I Low Key
m n Macro
q DIS Mode
T 3D Photo
2 Shoot.
• To choose a different setting, press Q to display the scene menu.
# Cautions
• In [e-Portrait] mode, two images are recorded: an unmodi� ed image and a second
image to which [e-Portrait] effects have been applied. Recording may take some time. In
addition, when the image quality mode is [RAW], the image is recorded in RAW+JPEG.
• [n Fisheye Effect], [n Wide-Angle], and [n Macro] are for use with optional converter
lenses.
• Movies cannot be recorded in [e-Portrait], [Hand-Held Starlight], [Panorama], or [3D
Photo] mode.
• In [Hand-Held Starlight], 8 frames are shot at one time and then combined. When the
image quality mode is [RAW], a JPEG image is combined with the � rst RAW image and
recorded in RAW+JPEG.
• [3D Photo] is subject to the following limitations.
[3D Photo] can be used only with a 3D lens.
The camera monitor cannot be used to playback images in 3D. Use a device that
supports 3D display.
Focus is locked. In addition, � ash and self-timer also cannot be used.
Image size is � xed at 1920 × 1080.
RAW photography is not available.
Frame coverage is not 100%.
If you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together
to form a panorama. g “Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone” (P. 116)
1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN.
2 Select [Panorama] and press Q.
3 Use FGHI to choose a pan direction.
4 Take a picture, using the guides to frame the shot.
• Focus, exposure, and other settings are � xed at the
values for the � rst shot.
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250 F5.6
38
M
5 Take the remaining images, framing each shot so that the guides overlap with
the previous picture.
[ 2 ]
250
250 F5.6
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M
[ 3 ]
Exit
Exit
• A panorama may include up to 10 images. A warning indicator (g) is displayed after
the tenth shot.
6 After taking the last shot, press Q to end the series.
# Cautions
• During panorama shooting, the image previously taken for position alignment will not be
displayed. With the frames or other markers for display in the images as a guide, set the
composition such that the edges of the overlapping images overlap within the frames.
$ Notes
• Pressing Q before shooting the � rst frame returns to the scene mode selection menu.
Pressing Q in the midst of shooting ends the sequence of panorama shooting, and allows
you to continue with the next one.
Using PHOTO STORY
1 Rotate the mode dial to J.
• A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed.
A
Standard
B
Speed
C
Fun Frames
Standard
1
1
2
3
2 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY.
• You can choose different effects, number of frames and aspect ratios for each theme.
You can also change the aspect ratio, the division pattern and the frame effect of
individual images.
Changing between variations
E
Original PHOTO STORY
F G H
PHOTO STORY with effects and aspect ratios changed from the original
PHOTO STORY.
The number of images and arrangement of image regions can be altered for
each theme of the PHOTO STORY.
• You can change the frame color and frame surrounding effect in each variation.
• Every theme and variation provides a different PHOTO STORY.
3 After � nishing the settings, press Q.
• The monitor switches to PHOTO STORY display.
• The subject of current frame is displayed in live view.
• Touch any of the masked frames to switch the masked frame to the current frame.
• Press the MENU button to change the theme.
4 Shoot an image for the � rst frame.
• The image you have shot is displayed in the � rst
frame.
F5.0
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250
5 Shoot an image for the next frame.
• View and shoot the subject for the next frame.
• Press � to cancel the image in the directly preceding
frame and retake the shot.
• Touch any frame to cancel the image in it and retake
the shot. Touch the frame, and then touch O.
F5.0
0.0
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ISO-A
200
1023
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250
250
Next frame (Live view display)
Shot image
6 Once you have shot all the frames, press Q to save the image.
• Press the MENU button, and you can select other themes.
$ Notes
• During the shooting of a PHOTO STORY, the following operations are available.
Exposure compensation/Program shift/Flash shooting (except when the theme is
[Speed].)/Live control settings
# Cautions
• If the camera is turned off during shooting, all the data for images up to that point is
cancelled and nothing is recorded on the memory card.
• If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to
[YN+RAW]. The PHOTO STORY image is saved as JPEG and the images in the frames
as RAW. RAW images are saved in [4:3].
• From among the [AF Mode], [S-AF], [MF] and [S-AF+MF] can be set.
Also, the AF target is � xed to a single central point.
• The metering mode is � xed to digital ESP metering.
• The following operations are not available in PHOTO STORY mode.
MENU display/Movie/Sequential shooting/Self timer/INFO display/Face priority AF/
Digital Tele-converter/Picture mode
• The following button operations are disabled.
Fn1/Fn2/INFO etc.
• During the shooting of a PHOTO STORY, the camera will not go into sleep mode.
Commonly used shooting options
Controlling exposure (exposure compensation)
Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to
make pictures brighter, negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker. Exposure can be
adjusted by ±5.0 EV.
Negative (–)
No compensation (0)
Positive (+)
# Cautions
• Exposure compensation is not available in A, M, or SCN mode.
• The view� nder and live view display can only be changed up to ±3.0EV. If the exposure
exceeds ±3.0EV, the exposure bar will begin � ashing.
• Movies can be corrected in a range up to ±3.0EV.
Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows
When the multi-function button is set to [Highlight&Shadow
Control], a setting screen will be displayed when you press
the Fn2 button. Adjust the shadow using the rear dial and
the highlight using the front dial.
SHADOW
HI LIGHT
Locking the exposure (AE Lock)
You can lock just the exposure by pressing the AEL/AFL button. Use this when you
want to adjust the focus and exposure separately or when you want to shoot several
images at the same exposure.
• If you press the AEL/AFL button once, the exposure is locked and u is displayed.
g “AEL/AFL” (P. 98)
• Press the AEL/AFL button once again to release the AE Lock.
# Cautions
• The lock will be released if you operate the mode dial, MENU button, or Q button.
Using a � ash (� ash photography)
The � ash can be set manually as required. The � ash can be used for � ash
photography in a variety of shooting conditions.
1 Attach the � ash to the camera and raise
the light-emitting unit.
• g “Attaching the � ash unit” (P. 15)
2 Set the lever to position 2 and press the AFm button.
AFm button
Lever
P
Flash Auto
AUTO
AUTO
0
0.0
When shooting using live view
3 Select a setting using the rear dial and press the Q button.
• The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on
the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P. 51)
AUTO
Auto � ash
The � ash � res automatically in low light or
backlight conditions.
#
Fill-in � ash
The � ash � res regardless of the light conditions.
$
Flash off
The � ash does not � re.
!/#!
Red-eye reduction � ash
This function allows you to reduce the red-eye
phenomenon. In S and M modes, the � ash
always � res.
#SLOW
Slow synchronization
(1st curtain)
Slow shutter speeds are used to brighten dimly-lit
backgrounds.
!SLOW
Slow synchronization
(1st curtain)/Red-eye
reduction � ash
Combines slow synchronization with red-eye
reduction.
#SLOW2/
2nd
Curtain
Slow synchronization
(2nd curtain)
The � ash � res just before the
shutter closes to create trails
of light behind moving light
sources.
#FULL,
#1/4 etc.
Manual
For users who prefer manual operation. If you
press the INFO button, you can use the dial to
adjust the � ash level.
4 Press the shutter button all the way.
• In [!/#!(Red-eye reduction � ash)], after the pre-� ashes, it takes about 1 second
before the shutter is released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
• [!/#!(Red-eye reduction � ash)] may not work effectively under some shooting
conditions.
• When the � ash � res, the shutter speed is set to 1/320 sec. or slower. When shooting
a subject against a bright background with the � ll-in � ash, the background may be
overexposed.
Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode
Shooting
mode
LV super
control
panel
Flash mode
Flash
timing
Conditions for
� ring the � ash
Shutter
speed
limit
P/A
#AUTO
Auto � ash
1st
curtain
Fires automatically
in dark/backlit
conditions
1/30 sec. –
1/320 sec.*
!
Auto � ash
(red-eye reduction)
#
Fill-in � ash
Always � res
30 sec. –
1/320 sec.*
$
Flash off
k
k
k
!
SLOW
Slow synchronization
(red-eye reduction)
1st
curtain
Fires automatically
in dark/backlit
conditions
60 sec. –
1/320 sec.*
#SLOW
Slow synchronization
(1st curtain)
#
SLOW2
Slow synchronization
(2nd curtain)
2nd
curtain
S/M
#
Fill-in � ash
1st
curtain
Always � res
60 sec. –
1/320 sec.*
#!
Fill-in � ash
(red-eye reduction)
$
Flash off
k
k
k
#
2nd-C
Fill-in � ash/Slow
synchronization
(2nd curtain)
2nd
curtain
Always � res
60 sec. –
1/320 sec.*
• #AUTO, $ can be set in A mode.
* 1/250 sec. when using an separately sold external � ash unit
Minimum range
The lens may cast shadows over objects close to
the camera, causing vignetting, or be too bright
even at minimum output.
Lens
Approximate distance at
which vignetting occurs
14 – 42 mm
0.25 m
17 mm
0.25 m
40 – 150 mm
0.9 m
14 – 150 mm
0.5 m
12 – 50 mm
0.45 m
12 – 40 mm
3.2 m (when focal length is
12 mm)
0.7 m (when focal length is
14 mm or above)
• External � ash units can be used to prevent vignetting. To prevent photographs from being
overexposed, select mode A or M and choose a high f-number, or reduce ISO sensitivity.
Choosing a focus target (AF Area)
Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus.
1 Press the arrow pad or Fn1 button to display the AF targets.
2 Rotate the dial to choose the AF position.
• “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen.
All Targets
Single Target
All Targets
The camera automatically
chooses from the full set of
focus targets.
Select the focus target
manually.
Differences in target display depending on lens
The target display will differ depending on the lens you are using.
When using a Micro Four Thirds system lens, 81 AF targets will be
displayed.
When using a Four Thirds system lens, 37 AF targets will be
displayed.
Setting the AF target
You can change the target selection method and target size. You can also select Face
priority AF (P. 53).
1 Press the INFO button during AF target selection and choose a selection
method using FG.
INFO
i
o
FG
i
o (All Targets)
The camera automatically selects all AF targets.
I
(Single Target)
You select a single AF target.
K (Small Target)
The AF target can be reduced in size.
J
(Group Target)
The camera automatically chooses from the targets in the
selected group.
# Cautions
• Reverts to “Single Target” when shooting movies.
Face priority AF/pupil detection AF
The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP.
1 Press the Fn1 button to display the AF target.
2 Press the INFO button.
• You can change the AF target selection method.
3 Use HI to select an option and press Q.
i
o
Selection method
J
Face Priority Off
Face priority off.
I
Face Priority On
Face priority on.
K
Face & Eye Priority On
The autofocus system selects the pupil of the eye
closest to the camera for face-priority AF.
L
Face & R. Eye Priority On
The autofocus system selects the pupil of the eye on
the right for face-priority AF.
M
Face & L. Eye Priority On
The autofocus system selects the pupil of the eye on
the left for face-priority AF.
4 Point the camera at your subject.
• When shooting using the view� nder, look through the
view� nder.
• If a face is detected, it will be indicated by a white
border.
5 Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
• When the camera focuses on the face in the white
border, the border will turn green.
• If the camera is able to detect the subject’s eyes, it will
display a green frame over the selected eye.
(pupil detection AF)
6 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to
shoot.
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Wi-Fi
L N
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
ISO-A
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FullHD
F
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250 F5.6
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0.0
0.0
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Wi-Fi
L N
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
ISO-A
200
FullHD
F
# Cautions
• Face priority applies only to the � rst shot in each sequence taken during sequential
shooting.
• Depending on the subject and the art � lter setting, the camera may not be able to correctly
detect the face.
• When set to [p (Digital ESP metering)], metering is performed with priority given to
faces.
• When using a Four Thirds system lens, even if a face is detected, if it is outside the AF
area, the face priority AF will not operate.
$ Notes
• Face priority is also available in [MF]. Faces detected by the camera are indicated by
white frames.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF
You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high
zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally
covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely.
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30
250
250 F5.6
0.0
0.0
R
Wi-Fi
L N
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
ISO-A
200
FullHD
F
Shooting display
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30
30
250
250 F5.6
0.0
0.0
R
Wi-Fi
L N
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
ISO-A
200
FullHD
F
Zoom frame AF
Zoom AF
U
U
U
Q / U (Press and hold)
1 Assign [U] to one of the buttons in advance using [Button Function] (P. 99).
• a can also be set as a multi-function button.
2 Press the U button to display the zoom frame.
• If the camera was focused using autofocus just before the button was pressed, the
zoom frame will be displayed at the current focus position.
• Use FGHI to position the zoom frame.
• Press the INFO button and use FG to choose the zoom ratio.
Comparison of AF and zoom frames
14×
10×
7×
5×
3 Press the U button again to zoom in on the zoom frame.
• Use FGHI to position the zoom frame.
• Rotate the dial to choose the zoom ratio.
4 Press the shutter button halfway to initiate autofocus.
• The camera will focus using the subject in the frame at the center of the screen. To
change the focus position, move it by touching the screen.
$ Notes
• You can also display and move the zoom frame using touch screen operations.
# Cautions
• Zoom is visible only in the monitor and has no effect on the resulting photographs.
• When you are using a Four Thirds system lens, the AF will not operate with during zoom
display.
Sequential shooting/using the self timer
Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos.
Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self timer.
1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the jYHDR button to display the
selection items.
2 Turn the rear dial and select an item.
o
Single-frame
shooting
Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed
(normal shooting mode).
T
Sequential H
Photographs are taken at about 10 frames per second (fps) while
the shutter button is pressed all the way down. Focus, exposure,
and white balance are � xed at the values for the � rst shot in each
series ([S-AF], [MF]).
S
Sequential L
Photographs are taken at about 6.5 frames per second (fps)
while the shutter button is pressed all the way down. Focus and
exposure are � xed according to the options selected for [AF
Mode] (P. 73) and [AEL/AFL] (P. 98).
Y12s
Self-timer
12 SEC
Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the way
down to start the timer. First, the self-timer lamp lights up for
approximately 10 seconds, then it blinks for approximately 2
seconds and the picture is taken.
Y2s
Self-timer
2 SEC
Press the shutter button halfway to focus, the rest of the
way down to start the timer. The self-timer lamp blinks for
approximately 2 seconds, and then the picture is taken.
YC
Self-timer
Custom
Set the number of frames to be shot. Select g, press the INFO
button, and rotate the dial.
$ Notes
• To cancel the activated self-timer, press the jYHDR button.
• In [S-AF] and [MF] focus modes, focus and exposure will be � xed at the values for the � rst
frame in each sequence.
# Cautions
• When you are using S, no con� rmation image is displayed during shooting. The
image is displayed again after shooting ends. When you are using T, the image shot
immediately before is displayed.
• The speed of sequential shooting varies depending on the lens you are using and the
focus of the zoom lens.
• During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera
stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you have taken on the card. The camera
may not save all of the pictures depending on how much battery power remains.
• Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting.
• If you stand in front of the camera to press the shutter button halfway when using the self-
timer, the photograph may be out of focus.
Adjusting color (white balance)
White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera
appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be
selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results
or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.
1 Set the lever to position 2, and turn the rear dial to
select items.
Lever
Rear dial
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
ISO-A
200
ISO-A
ISO-A
ISO-A
200
200
200
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
P
WB Auto
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
250
F5.6
0.0
LOW
LOW
200
200
250
250
320
320
400
400
500
500
Recommend
WB mode
Color
temperature
Light conditions
Auto white
balance
AUTO
k
Used for most light conditions (when there is a
white portion framed on the monitor). Use this
mode for general use.
Preset white
balance
5
5300K
For shooting outdoors on a clear day, or to
capture the reds in a sunset or the colors in a
� reworks display
N
7500K
For shooting outdoors in the shadows on a clear
day
O
6000K
For shooting outdoors on a cloudy day
1
3000K
For shooting under a tungsten light
>
4000K
For subjects lit by � uorescent lights
U
k
For underwater photography
n
5500K
For � ash shooting
One-touch
white balance
(P. 57)
P/Q/
W/X
Color
temperature
set by one-
touch WB.
Choose when a white or gray subject can be
used to measure white balance and the subject
is under mixed lighting or lit by an unknown type
of � ash or other light source.
Custom white
balance
CWB
2000K –
14000K
After pressing the INFO button, use HI
buttons to select a color temperature and then
press Q.
One-touch white balance
Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting
that will be used in the � nal photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural
light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures.
1 Prepare a neutral-colored paper, such as white or gray.
• Frame the object so that it � lls the display and no shadows fall it.
2 Shoot while pressing the Y (one-touch white balance) button.
• You can also shoot after selecting P, Q, W, or X from the white balance
options screen and then pressing INFO.
3 Select from P, Q, W, or X and register.
• If it is already selected in the white balance menu, select [Yes] and press the Q
button.
• The new value is saved as a preset white balance option.
• The new value is stored until one-touch white balance is measured again. Turning the
power off does not erase the data.
% Tips
• If the subject is too bright or too dark or visibly tinted, the message [WB NG Retry] will be
displayed and no value will be recorded. Correct the problem and repeat the process from
Step 1.
ISO sensitivity
Increasing ISO sensitivity increases noise (graininess) but allows photographs to be
taken when lighting is poor. The setting recommended in most situations is [AUTO],
which starts at ISO 200 — a value that balances noise and dynamic range — and then
adjusts ISO sensitivity according to shooting conditions.
1 Set the lever to position 2, and turn the front dial to select items.
Lever
Front dial
AUTO
The sensitivity is set automatically according to the shooting
conditions.
LOW, 200 – 25600
Sensitivity is set to the selected value.
Controlling color (Color Creator)
You can adjust the color of the subject while looking through the view� nder. Select this
function with the multi-function button to use it.
Set the multi-function button to c (Color Creator) in advance (P. 23).
1 While looking through the view� nder, press the Fn2 button.
• An options screen will be displayed in the view� nder.
Fn2 button
2 Set hue using the front dial and saturation using the rear dial.
• The settings are stored under picture mode.
# Cautions
• The white balance is � xed to AUTO.
• When the image quality mode is set to [RAW], the image is recorded in RAW+JPEG.
The camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR
image. You can also shoot several images and perform HDR imaging on a computer
(HDR bracketing photography).
1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the jYHDR button to display the
selection items.
• A menu will be displayed on the screen.
HDR button
Lever
AUTO
AUTO
o
T
S
S
Y12s
Y12s
Y2s
Y2s
Yc
Yc
P
HDR
OFF
OFF
3F
2.0EV
3F
3F
3F
2.0EV
2.0EV
2.0EV
HDR1
HDR1
HDR2
HDR2
7F
2.0EV
7F
7F
7F
2.0EV
2.0EV
2.0EV
5F
2.0EV
5F
5F
5F
2.0EV
2.0EV
2.0EV
3F
3.0EV
3F
3F
3F
3.0EV
3.0EV
3.0EV
j�Y
o
When shooting using live view
2 Turn the front dial to select a setting.
HDR1
Four shots are taken, each with a different exposure, and the
shots are combined into one HDR image inside the camera.
HDR2 provides a more impressive image than HDR1. ISO
sensitivity is � xed to 200. Also, the slowest available shutter
speed is 1 second and the longest available exposure is 4
seconds.
HDR2
3F 2.0EV
HDR bracketing is performed. Select the number of images and
the exposure difference.
HDR imaging processing is not performed.
5F 2.0EV
7F 2.0EV
3F 3.0EV
5F 3.0EV
3 Shoot.
• When you press the shutter button, the camera automatically shoots the set number
of images.
• While shooting, a simply composed image will be displayed on the monitor or in the
view� nder.
# Cautions
• In the case of HDR1 and HDR2, exposure compensation is not available.
• If you shoot with a slower shutter speed, there may be more noticeable noise.
• Attach the camera to a tripod or other stabilizing item and then shoot.
• The image displayed on the monitor or in the view� nder while shooting will differ from the
HDR-processed image.
• In the case of HDR1 and HDR2, the HDR-processed image will be saved as a JPEG � le.
When the image quality mode is set to [RAW], the image is recorded in RAW+JPEG. The
only image recorded in RAW is the image with suitable exposure.
• If set to HDR1/HDR2, the picture mode is � xed to [Natural] and the color setting is � xed to
[sRGB]. [Full-time AF] does not operate.
• Flash photography, bracketing, multiple exposure and time lapse shooting cannot be used
at the same time as HDR photography.
Information display during playback
Playback image information
Simpli� ed display
Overall display
F5.6
F5.6
+1.0
+1.0
G+4
G+4
A+4
A+4
Adobe
Adobe
Natural
Natural
ISO 400
ISO 400
250
250
+2.0
+2.0
45mm
45mm
1/8
4608×3456
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×10
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1 Battery check ..................................P. 16
2 Wi-Fi connection .....................P. 27, 119
3 Including GPS information ............P. 121
4 Eye-Fi upload complete ..................P. 98
5 Print reservation
Number of prints ...........................P. 112
6 Share order .....................................P. 62
7 Sound record ..................................P. 64
8 Protect ............................................P. 64
9 Image selected ...............................P. 33
0 File number .....................................P. 96
a Frame number
b Storage device ..............................P. 123
c Record mode ..................................P. 70
d Aspect ratio .....................................P. 69
e 3D image ........................................P. 45
f Date and time .................................P. 17
g Aspect border .................................P. 69
h AF target .........................................P. 52
i Shooting mode...................P. 18, 38 – 46
j Exposure compensation .................P. 49
k Shutter speed ..........................P. 38 – 41
l Aperture value .........................P. 38 – 41
m Focal length ..................................P. 128
n Flash intensity control .....................P. 71
o White balance compensation
p Color space.....................................P. 95
q Picture mode...................................P. 68
r Compression rate ...........................P. 70
s Pixel count ......................................P. 70
t ISO sensitivity .................................P. 57
u White balance .................................P. 56
v AF Focus adjustments ..................P. 107
w Metering mode ................................P. 72
x Histogram .......................................P. 37
Switching the information display
You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during playback using the
INFO button.
F5.6
F5.6
±0.0
±0.0
G±10
G±10
A±10
A±10
Adobe
Adobe
Natural
Natural
ISO 400
ISO 400
250
250
+2.0
+2.0
45mm
45mm
1/8
4032×3024
×10
×10
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INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
INFO
Overall display
Simpli� ed display
Image only
Changing the playback information display method
Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to
return to shooting mode.
Index display/calendar display
25 frames
Index display
Q
q
p
q
p
Single-frame
playback
Calendar display
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Tue
Wed
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2× zoom
close-up playback
Single-frame
playback
14× zoom
2x
q
q
p
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Rear dial (o)
Zoom in (p)/Index (q)
Front dial (r)
Previous (t)/Next (s)
Operation also available during close-up playback.
Arrow pad
(FGHI)
Single-frame playback: Next (I)/previous (H)/playback volume
(FG)
Close-up playback: Scroll image
You can display the next frame (I) or the
previous frame (H) during close-up playback
by pressing the INFO button.
Index/calendar playback: Highlight image
Fn1
Displays a zoom frame. Use touch operations to set the position
of the frame and press Fn1 to zoom in. To cancel, press Fn1.
INFO
View image info
H
Select picture (P. 33)
AEL/AFL
Protect picture (P. 32)
�
Delete picture (P. 33)
Q
View menus (in calendar playback, press this button to exit to
single-frame playback)
Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order)
You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN (P. 119). Once the
smartphone is connected, you can use it view images stored on the card, and transfer
images between the camera and smartphone.
With [Share Order], you can select the images to share in advance.
1 On the playback screen, touch the screen.
• A touch menu will be displayed.
2 Select an image using a touch operation or HI and then touch h on the
touch menu.
• h is displayed on the images selected for sharing.
• To cancel the selection, touch h again.
3 Touch the screen to exit [Share Order].
• After an image has been selected for sharing, the selected image will be shared
when a Wi-Fi connection is established using [One-Time].
# Cautions
• You can set a share order on a maximum around 200 frames.
• Not available for [SD] or [HD] movies.
Manipulating playback images
Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in
playback mode.
JPEG
m
R
Rotate
JPEG Edit
Back
Set
Share Order
Still image frame
Movie frame
JPEG Edit, RAW Data Edit g P. 85, 86
�
—
Image Overlay g P. 87
�
—
Movie Play
—
�
Share Order gP. 62
�
�*
0 (Protect)
�
�
R (Audio recording)
�
—
Rotate
�
—
m (Slideshow)
�
�
Erase
�
�
* Not available for [SD] or [HD] movies.
Performing operations on a movie frame (Movie Play)
Q
Pause or resume playback.
• You can perform the following operations while playback is paused.
HIor dial
Previous/Next
Press and hold HI to continue the operation.
F
Display the � rst frame.
G
Display the last frame.
H/I
Advance or rewind a movie.
F/G
Adjust volume.
# Cautions
• We recommend using the supplied PC software to play movies on a computer. Before
launching the software for the � rst time, connect the camera to the computer.
Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you
wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu.
Select [0] and press Q, and then press F to protect the
image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon.
Press G to remove protection. Press Q to save settings and
exit.
You can also protect multiple selected images. g Selecting
images
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# Cautions
• Formatting the card erases all images even if they have been protected.
Audio recording
Add an audio recording (up to 30 sec. long) to the current photograph.
1 Display the image to which you want to add an
audio recording and press Q.
• Audio recording is not available with protected images.
• Audio recording is also available in the playback menu.
2 Select [R] and press Q.
• To exit without adding a recording, select [No].
JPEG
m
R
Rotate
JPEG Edit
Back
Set
Share Order
3 Select [R Start] and press Q to begin recording.
• To stop recording part-way through, press Q.
4 Press Q to end recording.
• Images with audio recordings are indicated by a H icon.
• To delete a recording, select [Erase] in Step 2.
R
R Start
No
Erase
Back
Set
Rotate
Choose whether to rotate photographs.
1 Play the photograph back and press Q.
2 Select [Rotate] and press Q.
3 Press F to rotate the image counterclockwise, G to rotate it clockwise; the
image rotates each time the button is pressed.
• Press Q to save settings and exit.
• The rotated image is saved in its current orientation.
• Movies, 3D photos, and protected images cannot be rotated.
This function displays images stored on the card one after another.
1 Press Q during playback and select [m].
JPEG
m
R
Rotate
JPEG Edit
Back
Set
Share Order
2 Adjust settings.
Start
Start the slideshow. Images are displayed in order, starting with the
current picture.
BGM
Set BGM or turn BGM [Off].
Slide
Set type of slideshow to execute.
Slide Interval
Choose the length of time each slide is displayed from 2 to 10
seconds.
Movie Interval
Select [Full] to include full-length movie clips in the slideshow,
[Short] to include only the opening portion of each clip.
3 Select [Start] and press Q.
• The slideshow will start.
• Press Q to stop the slideshow.
Volume
Press FG during the slideshow to adjust the overall volume of the camera speaker.
Press HI to adjust the balance between the background music and the sound recorded
with photographs or movies.
$ Notes
• You can change [Joy] to different BGM. Record the data downloaded from the Olympus
website onto the card, select [Joy] from [BGM] in step 2, and press I. Visit the following
website for the download.
http://support.olympus-imaging.com/bgmdownload/
Using shooting options
6
6
Using shooting options
Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer)
You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light
situations or shooting with high magni� cation. The image stabilizer starts when you
press the shutter button halfway.
1 Press the Q button and select the image stabilizer.
250
250 F5.6
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ISO
AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
4:3
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01:02:03
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1023
IS Mode
When shooting using
the view� nder
When shooting using
live view
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
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WB
WB
WB
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
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50 mm
50
S-IS
S-IS
S-IS
S-IS
OFF
OFF
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
S-IS
S-IS
FullHD
F
P
Focal Length
Auto
2 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button.
Still
picture
OFF
S-I.S. Off
Image stabilizer is off.
S-IS1
Auto
Image stabilizer is on.
S-IS2
Vertical IS
Image stabilization applies only to vertical
(Y) camera shake. Use when panning the
camera horizontally.
S-IS3
Horizontal IS
Image stabilization applies only to horizontal
(Z) camera shake. Use when panning the
camera horizontally with the camera held in
portrait orientation.
S-IS AUTO
Landscape
Panning I.S.
The camera detects the panning direction and
applies the appropriate image stabilization.
Movie
OFF
M-I.S. Off
Image stabilizer is off.
ON
Movie-I.S.
In addition to Auto image stabilization, camera
shake that occurs when shooting while
walking is also reduced.
Choosing a focal length (Micro Four Thirds/Four Thirds System lenses excluded)
Use focal length information to reduce camera shake when shooting with lenses that are not
Micro Four Thirds or Four Thirds system lenses.
• Select [Image Stabilizer], press the INFO button, use HI to select a focal length, and
press Q.
• Choose a focal length between 8 mm and 1000 mm.
• Choose the value that most closely matches to the one that is printed on the lens.
Using shooting options
6
# Cautions
• The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs
when the shutter speed is set to the slowest speed. In these cases, it is recommended
that you use a tripod.
• When using a tripod, set [Image Stabilizer] to [OFF].
• When using a lens with an image stabilization function switch, priority is given to the lens
side setting.
• When priority is being given to the lens side image stabilization and the camera side is set
to [S-IS-AUTO], [S-IS1] is used instead of [S-IS-AUTO].
• You may notice an operating sound or vibration when the image stabilizer is activated.
Using shooting options
6
Processing options (picture mode)
Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and
other parameters (P. 78). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately.
1 Press the Q button and select [Picture Mode].
250
250 F5.6
i
NORM
ISO
AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
4:3
01:02:03
01:02:03
1023
1023
Picture Mode
When shooting using the
view� nder
When shooting using live
view
P
Natural
WB
AUTO
WB
WB
WB
AUTO
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i
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j
j
4
j
5
S-IS AUTO
S-IS AUTO
FullHD
F
2 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button.
h
i-Enhance
Produces more impressive-looking results suited to the scene.
i
Vivid
Produces vivid colors.
j
Natural
Produces natural colors.
Z
Muted
Produces � at tones.
a
Portrait
Produces beautiful skin tones.
J
Monotone
Produces black and white tone.
K
Custom
Select one picture mode, set the parameters, and register the
setting.
v
e-Portrait
Produces smooth skin textures. Cannot be used with bracket
photography or when shooting movies.
c
Color Creator
Produces colors set using color creator (P. 58).
j
Pop Art
Choose an art � lter and select the desired effect.
k
Soft Focus
l
Pale&Light Color
m
Light Tone
n
Grainy Film
o
Pin Hole
s
Diorama
t
Cross Process
u
Gentle Sepia
v
Dramatic Tone
Y
Key Line
Z
Watercolor