Olympus E-300 Manuel d'utilisateur

DIGITAL CAMERAADVANCED MANUALADVANCED MANUALDIGITAL CAMERAADVANCED MANUAL● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use

10For your safetyCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

1006Exposure, image and colorCUSTOM WBYou can reset the current custom white balance values to different colortemperatures.White balance—Adjusting the

1016Exposure, image and colorSHARPNESS1Menu TTSHARPNESS~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The setting screen is displayed.3Press to move .To in

1026Exposure, image and colorCONTRAST1Menu TTCONTRAST~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The setting screen is displayed.3Press to move .To incr

1036Exposure, image and colorSATURATION1Menu TTSATURATION~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The setting screen is displayed.3Press to move .To

1046Exposure, image and colorGRADATION1Menu TTGRADATION TNORMAL, HI KEY, LOW KEY~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press the OK button.Lets you select th

1056Exposure, image and color1Menu TTNOISE REDUCTION TON ~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press the OK button.3Take a picture.● The noise-reduction pro

1066Exposure, image and colorCOLOR SPACEThis function lets you select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or printer. The first character in imag

One of the big advantages of a digital camera is that as soon as you takea picture, you can see how it looks right away. That means that if thepicture

7PlaybackSingle-frame playback108When the AC adapter is used, the camera does not turn off automatically.Viewing still images1Press the (playback mod

7Playback109Viewing still imagesClose-up playbackThis function lets you enlarge imagesdisplayed on the monitor. It is useful whenyou want to check the

11For your safetyLightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a specified AC adapter, remove it from thewall outlet immediately. To avoid damag

7PlaybackMENU110Viewing still imagesViewing other imagesDuring close-up playback, you can view other images.1Press the OK button.2Use the arrow pad to

7Playback111Viewing still imagesThis function lets you show several images on the monitor at the same time. It isuseful when you want to quickly searc

7Playback112Information displayThis allows you to display detailedinformation about the image. Luminanceinformation can also be displayed withhistogra

7Playback113Information displayInformation 2Print reservation, protect, record mode, number ofpixels, compression, date and time and file number.x10SQ

7Playback114This function displays images stored on the card one after another in succession.Images are displayed one by one for about 5 seconds start

7Playback115Rotating imagesThis function lets you rotate images and display them vertically on the monitor.This is useful for viewing pictures that we

7Playback116Playback on TVUse the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images onyour TV.1Turn the camera and TV off, andconnect

7Playback117Editing still imagesRecorded images can be edited and saved as new images. Available editingfunctions depend on the image format (image re

7Playback1183Press to select the item. Press the OK button.If you select for the JPEG/TIFF image, go to step 4.If you select any item except , go t

7Playback119Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased bythe selected frame/all-frame erase function.1Play back the im

12For your safetyWARNING Do not use the camera in areas exposed to flammable or explosive gases.● A fire or explosion may result. Do not use the fla

7Playback1Play back the image you want toerase.2Press the (erase) button.● The ERASE screen is displayed.3Press to select YES, then pressthe OK butt

7Playback121Erasing imagesAll-frame erase1Menu TTCARD SETUP~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The CARD SETUP screen is displayed.3Press to sele

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SHORT CUTGRADATIONMONOTONEDRIVERESETYESNOLo Hi–2MANUAL FLASHCUSTOM WBISO BOOSTEV STEP12121/2EV1EV1/3EVMANUAL FLASHCUSTOM WBISO BOOSTEV STEP1212OFFONCA

8Customizing the settings/functions of your camera124AEL METERING1Menu TTAEL METERING TAUTO, ESP, ,~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press the OK button

8Customizing the settings/functions of your camera125CUSTOM OKThis lets you select a shooting function to register on the OK button. You will beable t

RESET LENS1268Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraThis allows you to reset the focus of the lens (infinity) when the power is turnedoff.1

Date/time setting1Menu TT~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The screen is displayed.3Press to select one of thefollowing date formats:Y-M-D (Y

1Menu TTRESET~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The RESET screen is displayed.3Press to select YES. Press theOK button.21288Customizing the set

1298Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraFILE NAMEWhen you take a picture, the camera assigns it a unique file name and saves it ina folde

13For your safetyFollow these important guidelines to prevent the battery from leaking, overheating,burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks o

8Customizing the settings/functions of your camera130FILE NAME1Menu TTFILE NAME T AUTO,RESET~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press the OK button.2P A

Monitor brightness adjustment1318Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraSetting the warning toneThe camera beeps when buttons are pressed. I

1328Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraAfter a specified period of time elapses with no operations being performed, thecamera enters the

133PC MODE8Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraP A S MSCENEAvailable modes1Menu TTPC MODE T AUTO,STORAGE, CONTROL, PRINT~ “How to use the

1Menu TTVIDEO OUT T NTSC,PAL~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press the OK button.21348Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraVIDEO OUT —Sele

1358Customizing the settings/functions of your cameraCARD SETUP— Formatting the cardLets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data.

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Printing with print reservation (DPOF)Direct printing (PictBridge) or printing using a computerPrinting at a photo labthat supports DPOFPrinting on a

9Printing138Print reservation (DPOF)Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and thedate/time information) with the pi

9Printing139Print reservation (DPOF)The resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots(pixels) per square inch. This is cal

14 Keep the battery dry at all times. Never allow it to come into contact with fresh orsalt water. Do not touch or hold the battery with wet hands.

9PrintingFollow the operation guide displayedhere.140Flowchart for print reservationPrint reservation (DPOF)1212OFFEDITCANCEL SELECTGOMENUYou can sele

9Printing141Print reservation (DPOF)NODATETIMECANCEL SELECTGOMENUSelect whether to print the pictures withoutthe date and time, print the pictures wit

9Printing142Selecting the print reservation mode:Applies print reservation to selectedpictures.:Applies print reservation to all the picturesstored in

9Printing143Print reservation (DPOF)Confirming your print settingSETCANCELCANCEL SELECTGOMENUSET : Confirms the print reservation youhave made.CANCEL

9Printing144Print reservation (DPOF)Resetting print reservationLets you reset print reservation data. You can reset all print reservation data orjust

9Printing145Print reservation (DPOF)6Press to select the frame withprint reservation data you want toreset, then press to set thenumber of prints to

9Printing146Direct printing (PictBridge)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable,you can print out recorded pict

9Printing147Use the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatibleprinter. The procedure described below is for when the PC mode

1489PrintingFlowchart for printingDirect printing (PictBridge)When you have connected the camera to a printer successfully, you can applyprint reserva

1499PrintingDirect printing (PictBridge)OKPRINTPRINTMOREMORESELECTSELECTSINGLE PRINTSINGLE PRINTOK123–3456PRINT INFOFILE NAME1xNONOSETSELECTGODisplay

15For your safetyFCC Notice● Radio and Television InterferenceChange or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’sau

9Printing150Selecting the print modeDirect printing (PictBridge)Select the type of printing (print mode). Youcan print pictures one by one or multiple

1519PrintingDirect printing (PictBridge)Setting the print paper itemsThis setting varies depending on the type of printer. If only the printer’s STAND

1529PrintingDirect printing (PictBridge)Setting printing dataSelect whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on thepictur

1539PrintingDirect printing (PictBridge)If an error code is displayed● If an error code is displayed during direct printing setting or printing, see t

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Transferring images to your computer is a great way to make the most ofthe potential of digital imaging. Not only can you print the images of yourchoi

Flowchart15610Transferring images to a computer● When connecting the camera to the computer, use the provided AC adapterwhenever possible. When connec

157Flowchart10Transferring images to a computerIf you want to process images using graphics applications, be sure to downloadthem to your computer fir

Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software15810Transferring images to a computerInstall the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM to edit a

● Only pre-installed operating systems are supported. ● To install OLYMPUS Master on a computer running Windows 2000 Professional orWindows XP, login

16For your safetyLegal and other notices● Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefitexpected by using this unit

160Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software10Transferring images to a computerHow to installWindows1Boot your computer and insert theOLYMPUS Master

● A confirmation window appears, asking you ifyou want to install Adobe Reader. To view theOLYMPUS Master software user’s guide,Adobe Reader must be i

162Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software10Transferring images to a computer1Insert the OLYMPUS Master softwareCD into your CD-ROM drive.● The CD-

1Insert the marked end of the providedUSB cable into the USB port on yourcomputer.2Insert the provided USB cable into theUSB connector.3Set the camera

164Connecting the camera to the computer10Transferring images to a computer5The computer recognizes the cameraas a new device.● Windows 98SE/Me/2000Wh

Starting OLYMPUS Master16510Transferring images to a computerWindows1Double-click (OLYMPUS Master) on the desktop.● The OLYMPUS Master main menu appe

Displaying the camera’s images on your computer16610Transferring images to a computerDownloading images to save on your computerSave images downloaded

167Displaying the camera’s images on your computer10Transferring images to a computerClick1Make sure that the card access lampgoes out.2Windows 98SE:1

168Displaying the camera’s images on your computer10Transferring images to a computerMacintosh:1 Drag and drop the [untitled] (or[NO_NAME]) icon on th

16910Transferring images to a computerPrinting images1Click (Print Images) in theOLYMPUS Master main menu.● The print menu appears.2Click (Photo).● T

The advanced shooting techniques used by professional photographersare drawn from years of experience.Now, with your digital camera, you’ll be able to

17010Transferring images to a computerTransferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS MasterYour camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class

The appendix will assist in solving most problems you may encounter.Solutions to error messages, operational problems, blurry pictures,camera storage,

Card basics17211Appendix“Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. This camera can use aCompact Flash or Microdrive (optional). An xD-Picture

Lens basics17311AppendixSelect the lens that you want to shoot with.Use a specified Four Thirds lens (Four Thirds mount*). When a non-specified lensis

11Appendix174If you encounter problemsViewfinderindicationsNormalindicationNo indicationNo indicationMonitorindicationsNO CARDCARD ERRORWRITEPROTECTCA

11Appendix175If you encounter problemsViewfinderindicationsNo indicationNo indicationNo indicationMonitorindicationsPICTUREERRORCARD-COVEROPENCARD ERR

11Appendix176TroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective actionRef. PageThe camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond.If you encounter p

11Appendix177If you encounter problemsPossible cause Corrective actionRef. PageThe viewfinder display is not clear.The date/time is not set.The camera

11Appendix178If you encounter problemsPossible cause Corrective actionRef. PageThe picture is blurred.A subject unsuited to AFwas takenThe camera move

11Appendix179If you encounter problemsPossible cause Corrective actionRef. PageThe picture is too dark.The subject was too smalland was backlit.There

1Basic operations18How to use the mode dialThis camera has the following shootingmodes, which can be switched using themode dial.When the camera is tu

11AppendixThe camera's power isturned off.The USB driver was notsuccessfully installed.The camera's PC MODEis set to CONTROL.Set the power s

18111AppendixCamera maintenanceCleaning and storing the cameraCleaning the cameraTurn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera

18211Appendix● Be careful to not let the mechanical blower (commercially available) touch theCCD. If the blower touches the CCD, the CCD will be damag

18311AppendixPIXEL MAPPING — Checking the image processing functionsCamera maintenanceThe PIXEL MAPPING feature allows the camera to check and adjust

18411AppendixSafety precautions● To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave thecamera in the places listed below,

18511AppendixSafety precautions● Although battery charging is guaranteed when the air temperature is 0°C -40°C/32°F - 104°F, for best results, we reco

18611AppendixGlossaryA (Aperture Priority) ModeYou set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutterspeed so that the picture

18711AppendixGlossaryCompression rateCompression is a method of reducing file size by abbreviating some contents ofdata, and compression rate denotes

18811AppendixGlossaryExposureThe amount of light used to capture an image. The exposure is determined by thelength of time the shutter is open (shutte

18911AppendixGlossaryPixelsA pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sizedprinted images require millions of pixels.RAW

1Basic operations19How to use the buttons and control dialThis camera has a variety of functions to make optimal settings for variousshooting conditio

19011AppendixGlossaryTFT (Thin-Film Transistor) Color MonitorA color monitor constructed using thin-film technology.TTL phase-contrast detection syste

This chapter covers all the camera’s functions already described inChapters 1 through 11.You can refer to the names of the camera’s buttons and parts,

Menu directory19212Information–5.0 - 0.0 - +5.0 P. 88RAW, TIFF, SHQ, HQ , SQ, P. 36RAW+SHQ, RAW+HQ, RAW+SQAUTO , , SLOW, P. 58SLOW, SLOW2, , AF S-

193Menu directory12InformationMenu Function Setting Ref. PageCARD SETUP ALL ERASE YES, NO P. 121FORMAT YES, NO P. 135DRIVE P. 66P. 66BKT 3F 0.3EV , P

194Menu directory12InformationPlayback MenuMenu Function Setting Ref. Page, , , P. 114OFF , ON P. 115EDIT JPEG/TIFF EDITBLACK & WHITE ,P. 117SEP

195Menu directory12InformationSetup MenuMenu Function Setting Ref. PageP. 127RESET YES, NO P. 128FILE NAME AUTO , RESET P. 129REC VIEW OFF, 5SEC , 20

Available functions by shooting mode19612InformationModeFunctionAperture value —  —  —Shutter speed —  —Bulb shooting —  — —  —(Cannot be sele

197Available functions by shooting mode12InformationModeFunctionHQ(Cannot be selected in / mode)SQ(Cannot be selected in / mode)NOISE REDUCTION 

19812InformationNames of partsCameraSelf-timer/Remote control lamp/Remote control receiver ~ P. 74Lens release buttonLens lock pinMirrorMount(Attach t

19912InformationNames of partsDC-IN jackEject buttonCard coverCard slot(Flash) switch ~ P. 58AEL button ~ P. 90 (AF frame selection) button ~ P.

2How to use this manualThis manual includes a table of contents, index and menu list to help youeasily locate the information you need.Searching the t

1Basic operations20MENUHow to use the buttons and control dial2After pressing the button, rotate thecontrol dial.● If you do not operate the dial with

20012InformationNames of partsViewfinder indications1235781011469Items Indication examples Ref. page1 AF frame P. 782 Aperture value P. 45 - 503 Shutt

20112InformationNames of partsMonitor indications (only for playback)132456x10SQ [ 1280x960 , 1/8 ] ’04.12.23 21:56100–0015 15P ESPISOs RGB117 mm10

20212InformationNames of partsControl panel screen1/2000 F2.8+2.0NRAELESPP1/2000 F2.8+2.0NRAELESPPSLOW+2.0FPFOCUSAUTOISODRIVES-AF+MFAF ILLUMINATOR2.0A

Each time you press the shutter button, the memory gauge lights on thecontrol panel screen, indicating that the picture you have just taken is beingre

Specifications20412InformationSpecifications —Camera Product typeProduct type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens systemLen

205Specifications12Information Exposure controlMetering system : TTL full-aperture metering system(1) Digital ESP metering(2) Center weighted average

206Specifications12InformationBLM-1 Lithium ion batteryType : Lithium ion battery Standard voltage : DC 7.2 V Standard capacity : 1500 mAh Battery lif

20712InformationIndexIndex(Custom) menu ...194(Language setting)...133(Playback) menu ...

20812InformationIndexIndexLLANDSCAPE ...39LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT ...39MMACRO ...

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1Basic operations21How to use the buttons and control dialWB (White balance) button ~P. 95Selects the white balance appropriate to the light source fr

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1Basic operations22How to use the buttons and control dial● You can select the compression and number of pixels in the SQ/HQ mode.~ “Setting SQ/HQ” (P

1Basic operations23How to use the buttons and control dial(Metering) button ~P. 86Selects the metering mode.ESPPressSets the ISO sensitivity.ISO butto

241Basic operationsHow to use the buttons and control dial(Playback mode) button ~ P. 108Plays back images on the monitor.OK/ (Protect) button ~

251Basic operationsHow to use the menusThe camera’s functions can be set. Display the menus on the monitorand select or set them.This section explains

261Basic operationsHow to use the menusDRIVEMONOTONE0.0OFFCARD SETUP1212CANCEL SELECTGOMENUOFFEDIT1212CANCEL SELECTGOMENUCUSTOM WBMANUAL FLASH1/3EVOFF

271Basic operationsHow to use the menus6Press to select a setting.OFFBLACK & WHITESEPIA1212DRIVEMONOTONECARD SETUPCANCEL MENU SELECTGOPressPressS

28How to use the menus1Basic operations7Press repeatedly until the menu disappears.● Normal shooting screen is restored.OKExplanations for menu opera

The camera focuses automatically if you simply press the shutter buttonin the P mode. However, sometimes you may come across a subject thatis difficul

3How to read the instruction pagesThis sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page inthis manual.Indications used in th

2Things to know before shooting30If correct focus cannot be obtainedThe camera uses three AF frames toautomatically detect the subject to focus on.Bec

2Things to know before shooting312Press the shutter button halfway untilthe AF confirmation mark lights.● The focus is locked. The AF confirmationmark

2Things to know before shooting32If correct focus cannot be obtainedSubjects that are difficult to focus onUnder the following conditions, AF may not

2Things to know before shooting33Selecting the record modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures. Choose the record modethat’s best fo

2Things to know before shooting34Selecting the record modeNumber of pixelsThe number of pixels (horizontal x vertical) used when saving an image. If t

2Things to know before shooting35Selecting the record modeRecord modeRecord modeRAW TIFFSHQHQSQNumber of pixels(PIXEL COUNT)3264 x 24483200 x 24002560

2Things to know before shooting36Selecting the record modeHow to select the record mode1Press the (record mode) button.● The current setting is displ

Close-ups of small objects like flowers or jewelry, capturing a fast-moving subject like a child running around, shooting with a natural-looking illum

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions38This camera has 4 different exposure modes (Program shooting, apertureshooting, shutter speed, manu

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions39Selecting the right mode for the shooting situationLANDSCAPESuitable for shooting landscapes and ot

4ContentsHow to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2How to read the instruction p

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions40Selecting the right mode for the shooting situationFIREWORKSSuitable for shooting fireworks.• Since

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions41Selecting the right mode for the shooting situationMACROSuitable for taking close-up pictures (macr

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions42Selecting the right mode for the shooting situationBEACH & SNOWSuitable for shooting snow-cappe

1Set the mode dial to P.2Press the shutter button halfway.● Focusing is performed and the AFconfirmation mark lights on the viewfinder.● The shutter s

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions44Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and MProgram shift (Ps)By rotating th

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions45Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and MA : Aperture priority shootingTh

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions46Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and M3Press the shutter button halfwa

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions47Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and MS : Shutter priority shootingThe

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions48Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and M3Press the shutter button halfwa

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions49Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and MTIPSThe picture looks blurred.T

5ContentsSelecting the right mode for shooting technique — P, A, S and M. . . . . . . . . . 43P: Program shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions50Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and M2Rotate the control dial to set

3Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions51Selecting the right mode for the shooting technique — P, A, S and MNoise in imagesDuring shooting a

PREVIEW function523Selecting the right mode for shooting conditionsIf you press the OK button, the viewfinder shows the actual depth of field (thedist

The flash and drive modes (sequential shooting) are the keys toadvanced shooting techniques. Selecting a flash mode to suit a specificshooting situati

4Various shooting functions54Flash shootingFlash modesThe camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as firing patternand flash timi

4Various shooting functions55Flash shooting1st curtainUsually, regardless of the shutter speed, the flash fires right after the shutter fullyopens. Th

4Various shooting functions56Flash shootingFill-in flashThe flash fires regardless of the lightconditions. This mode is useful foreliminating shadows

4Various shooting functions57Flash shootingFlash modes available in the exposure modeExposure modeControl panel screenAUTOAuto-flashAuto-flash (Red-ey

4Various shooting functions1Press the (flash) switch to raise theflash.2Press the (flash mode) button.● The current setting is displayed on themonit

4Various shooting functions59Flash shootingUsing the built-in flashIf you shoot a subject from as close as 1 m using a lens that is wider than 14 mm(e

6ContentsISO sensitivity — Setting the desired sensitivity to light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Setting the ISO sensitivity. . . . . . . .

4Various shooting functions60Flash intensity controlThis adjusts the amount of light emitted by the flash.In some situations (e.g., when shooting smal

4Various shooting functions61Flash shootingOptional electronic flashesIn addition to this camera’s built-in flash capabilities, you can take advantage

4Various shooting functions62Using the electronic flashThe following instructions describe how to connect and use the FL-50 electronicflash (optional)

4Various shooting functions63Flash shootingSuper FP flashSuper FP flash is available with the FL-50/FL-36. Super FP flash timing is longerthan standar

4Various shooting functions64Using commercially available flashesThe amount of light emitted cannot be adjusted on commercially available flashesexcep

4Various shooting functions65Flash shootingNon-specified commercial flashesBefore selecting a non-specified commercial flash, be sure to read the foll

Drive mode664Various shooting functionsSequential shooting1Menu TTDRIVE T~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)The following drive modes are available with t

67Drive mode4Various shooting functions2Start shooting.● Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures insequence

4Various shooting functions68Drive modeUseful when you are not sure what exposure or white balance settings areappropriate and you don’t have time to

694Various shooting functionsDrive mode2Press .● The BKT selection screen is displayed.3Press to select compensationvalue. Press the OK button.4Singl

7ContentsDate/time setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127RESET — Restoring the factory d

4Various shooting functions70If the selected range is beyond the scale ofthe exposure level indicator, only the partwithin the scale is displayed.Auto

4Various shooting functions71Drive mode1Menu TTWB BKT T OFF,3F 2STEP, 3F 4STEP, 3F 6STEP ~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Take the picture.● When the s

4Various shooting functions72Self-timer shooting /Remote control shooting (with optionalremote control)Shutter buttonP A S MSCENEAvailable mo

4Various shooting functions73Drive modeUsing the self-timer1Press the shutter button all the way.● A picture is taken.● The focus and exposure are loc

4Various shooting functions74Remote control lampRemote control receiverUsing the remote control1Mount the camera on a tripod or placeit on a stable, f

4Various shooting functions75Drive modeTIPSThe remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter button on theremote control is pressed.T The trans

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When you turn a focus ring to focus on a subject it’s called manual focus.If you’re a beginner, it usually takes some time to get used to this style o

5Focusing functions78AF frame selectionNormally, the camera measures the distance to the subject using the 3 AF framesin the viewfinder and selects th

5Focusing functions79Focus modeThree focus modes are available with this camera: S-AF (single AF), C-AF(continuous AF) and MF (manual focus).AF button

8ContentsConnecting the camera to a computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Starting OLYMPUS Master . . . . . . . . .

5Focusing functions80Focus modeS-AF (single AF) shootingFocusing is performed once when the shutter buttonis pressed halfway. If focusing fails, relea

5Focusing functions81Focus modeThis function allows you to fine-adjust focus manually by turning the focus ringafter AF is performed in the S-AF mode.

5Focusing functions82Focus modeC-AF (continuous AF) shootingThe camera repeats focusing. When the subject is in motion, the camera focuseson the subje

5Focusing functions83This function allows you to manually focus on any subject while looking throughthe viewfinder.Manual focus (MF)Rotational directi

5Focusing functions84AF ILLUMINATORWhen AF ILLUMINATOR is set to ON, the flash provides light if a subject is in adark environment and auto focus does

If you wish to go beyond simple shooting using only the shutter button,you will find various functions that can be used to modifyimage/brightness/expo

6Exposure, image and color1Press the (metering) button.● The current setting is displayed on themonitor.2Rotate the control dial until thedesired set

87Metering mode—Changing the metering area6Exposure, image and color Digital ESP metering ESPThe camera meters and calculates the light levels or li

MENU6Exposure, image and color88Exposure compensation—Varying the image brightnessIn some situations, you may get better results if you manually compe

89Exposure compensation—Varying the image brightness6Exposure, image and colorExample:When adjusting the exposure in –1/3 stepAdjust toward –Press the

9For customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in Europe“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirementsfor safet

906Exposure, image and colorAE lock—Locking the exposure1Aim the camera toward the subject.2Hold down AEL.● The exposure is locked.● is displayed in t

916Exposure, image and colorThe higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the betterits ability to shoot in low light condi

92ISO sensitivity—Setting the desired sensitivity to light6Exposure, image and colorISO BOOSTThis allows you to make ISO 800 and 1600 available for IS

936Exposure, image and colorWhite balance—Adjusting the color toneColor reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, whendayl

946Exposure, image and colorWhite balance—Adjusting the color toneColor temperatureThe spectral balance of different white light sources is rated nume

956Exposure, image and colorMENUSetting the white balanceYou can adjust the white balance by selecting the appropriate color temperaturefor the light

966Exposure, image and colorWhite balance—Adjusting the color toneMonitorindicationsAUTO3000K3600K4000K4500K6600K5300K6000K7500KCWB1CWB2CWB3CWB4332211

976Exposure, image and colorSetting the one-touch white balanceThis function is useful when you need a more precise white balance than presetWB can pr

986Exposure, image and color1Menu T T ~ “How to use the menus”(P. 25)2Press .● The screen is displayed.3Press to select the whitebalance to adjust,

996Exposure, image and color4The color becomes bluer each timeyou press , and redder each timeyou press , depending on theoriginal WB conditions. Pr