Olympus E-M1 User Manual

Table of ContentsQuick task index1.Preparing the camera and flow of operations2. Shooting using the viewfinder3. Shooting using live view4. Viewing ph

10ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations11Names of parts1234567890abcdfghijklnome1 Mode dial lock ...P. 182 Rear

100ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 z (Preview)Aperture is stopped down to the selected value while the button is pressed.k (One-touch white balance)T

101ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 t Lever Function MENU c S [t Lever Function]You can use the positioning of the lever to change the function

102ENMenu functions (Custom menus)71 Connect the TV and camera and switch to TV input. • The camera monitor turns off when the cable is connected.• P

103ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 Choosing the control panel displays (KControl Settings)Sets whether or not to display control panels for option se

104ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 LV super control panelThis is the super control panel that is used for option setting when shooting using live vie

105ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 Adding information displays (G/Info Settings)LV-Info (Shooting information displays)Use [LV-Info] to add the follo

106ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 G Settings (Index/calendar display)You can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar dis

107ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 AF focus adjustmentsYou can adjust the phase contrast AF focal point in a range of ±20 steps (–: Near distance, +:

108ENMenu functions (Accessory port menus)7 Using the accessory port menusYou can make settings relating to devices connected via the accessory port.

109ENMenu functions (Accessory port menus)7 Using OLYMPUS PENPALThe optional OLYMPUS PENPAL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures f

11ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations11754809afbcedgh632ijklmn1 Accessory port ...P. 1082 Diopter adjustment di

110ENMenu functions (Accessory port menus)7 Editing the address bookThe OLYMPUS PENPAL can store host information. You can assign names to hosts or

111ENMenu functions (Accessory port menus)7 B OLYMPUS PENPAL AlbumOption DescriptiongCopy All All images and sound fi les are copied between the SD c

112ENPrinting pictures88 Print reservation (DPOF)You can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the nu

113ENPrinting pictures82 Select [<] and press Q.• To remove all pictures from the print order, select [Reset] and press Q. To exit without removin

114ENPrinting pictures8Easy printingUse the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable.1 Use HI t

115ENPrinting pictures8Selecting pictures you want to printSelect pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame

9Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone9116EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphoneInstalling the PC software Windows1 I

117ENConnecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone93 Register your Olympus product.• Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen

118ENConnecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone9Copying pictures to a computer without OLYMPUS Viewer 3Your camera supports the USB Mass Sto

119ENConnecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone9 Using the camera wireless LAN functionYou can use the camera wireless LAN function to conne

12ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1Charging and inserting the battery1 Charging the battery.Charging indicatorBCN-1 Charging in progressL

120ENConnecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone9 One-time connection1 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu, and press Q

121ENConnecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone9 Things you can do with OI.Share Synchronize the time and date on your camera with your sma

122ENBattery, battery charger, and card1010 Battery and charger• Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Use only genuine OLYMPUS rechargeable ba

123ENBattery, battery charger, and card10 Usable cardsIn this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory

124ENBattery, battery charger, and card10 Record mode and fi le size/number of storable still picturesThe fi le size in the table is approximate for fi l

125ENInterchangeable lenses1111Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Third

126ENInterchangeable lenses11 Using power zoom lenses with macro functions (ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3EZ)Lens operation is determined by the position of the

127ENInterchangeable lenses11 Cap lens control (BCL-1580)Use the MF lever to open and close the lens barrier, and adjust the focus between infi nity a

128ENInterchangeable lenses11 Main lens specifi cationsItems ED12-40mmf2.8PROED40-150mmf4.0-5.6RED14-150mmf4.0-5.6Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Focal

129ENUsing separately sold accessories1212 Using separately sold accessories Power Battery Holder (HLD-7)You can extend camera usage time by using the

13ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1 Inserting and removing cards1 Loading the card.• Open the card slot cover. • Slide the card in unti

130ENUsing separately sold accessories12 Using the AC adaptorWhen using the AC adaptor, open the AC connector cover and plug in the AC connector. Us

131ENUsing separately sold accessories12Functions available with external fl ash unitsOptional fl ash Flash control mode GN (Guide number) (ISO100) RC m

132ENUsing separately sold accessories12 Wireless fl ash control rangePosition the wireless fl ash units with their remote sensors facing the camera. T

133ENUsing separately sold accessories12Principal AccessoriesFour Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3)The camera requires a Four Thirds lens adapter to a

134ENUsing separately sold accessories12Power SupplyBCN-1Li-ion Battery ChargerBLN-1Li-ion BatterySoftwareOLYMPUS ViewerDigital Photo Managing Softwar

135ENUsing separately sold accessories12: E-M1 compatible productsLensMF-2 *1OM Adapter 2For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

136ENInformation1313Shooting tips and informationThe camera does not turn on even when a battery is loadedThe battery is not fully charged• Charge th

137ENInformation13Noise reduction is activated• When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera

138ENInformation13Error codesMonitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionNo CardThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized.Insert a ca

139ENInformation13Monitor indicationPossible cause Corrective action mThe internal temperature of the camera has risen due to sequential shooting.Turn

14ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1Attaching a lens to the camera1 Attach a lens to the camera.12Rear cap21• Align the lens attachment m

140ENInformation13Cleaning and storing the cameraCleaning the cameraTurn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera.Exterior:•

141ENInformation13 Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image p

142ENInformation13 Menu directory*1: Can be added to [Myset].*2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset].*3: Default can be restored b

143ENInformation13q Playback MenuTab Function Default *1 *2 *3gqmStart ―65BGM JoySlide AllSlide Interval 3 secMovie Interval ShortROn85EditSel

144ENInformation13c Custom MenuTab Function Default *1 *2 *3gcRAF/MFAF ModeStill Picture S-AF90Movie C-AFFull-time AF OffAEL/AFLS-AF mode1C-A

145ENInformation13Tab Function Default *1 *2 *3gcTRelease/jRls Priority S Off91Rls Priority C Onj L fps6 fpsj H fps10 fpsj + IS OffOnHalf

146ENInformation13Tab Function Default *1 *2 *3gcVExp/p/ISOEV Step 1/3EV93Noise Reduct. AutoNoise Filter Standard94ISO AutoISO Step 1/3EV

147ENInformation13Tab Function Default *1 *2 *3gcZMovienModeP97Movie ROnMovie Effect OnWind Noise Reduction OffRecording VolumeBuilt-In RStandar

148ENInformation13Specifi cations CameraProduct typeProduct type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens systemLens M.Zuik

149ENInformation13RecordingMemory SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-FiUHS-I compatibleRecording system Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule fo

15ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1 Attaching the fl ash unit1 Remove the terminal cover from the fl ash unit and attach the fl ash to the c

150ENInformation13 FL-LM2Guide number 7 (ISO100), 10 (ISO200)Firing angle Covers the angle of view of a 14 mm lens (28 mm in 35 mm format)Dimensions

151ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS1414 SAFETY PRECAUTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONSCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOC

152ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14• Keep young children, infants, and animals such as pets away from the camera.Always use and store the camera out of the rea

153ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14 CAUTION• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality.•

154ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14MonitorThe display on the rear of the camera is an LCD monitor.• In the unlikely event that the monitor breaks, do not put t

155ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14FCC NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 1

156ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14For customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in USADeclaration of ConformityModel Number : E-M1Trade Name : OLYMPU

157ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, OLYMPUS MAKES NO AND DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER REPRESENTATIONS, GUARANTIES, CONDIT

158ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS144 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints (or fi les on disk) if available and related to the problem.When service is comple

159ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14(c) Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the product.(d) Any defect or d

16ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1Power on 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera.• When the camera is turned

160ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONS14Trademarks• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple In

161ENIndexSymbols# RC Mode ...131W (Language selection) ...88c/# Menu Display ...

162ENErase Selected ...33EVF Adjust ... 111EV Step ...

163ENRec View ...88Release Lag-Time ...92Reset Lens ...

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17ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1 Setting the date/timeDate and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The

18ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1 Setting the shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. AA full auto mode in which t

19ENPreparing the camera and fl ow of operations1 Selecting a shooting method With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting u

2EN This notice concerns the supplied fl ash unit and is chiefl y directed to users in North America. Information for Your SafetyIMPORTANT SAFETY INST

20ENShooting using the viewfi nder22 ShootingEach time you press the u button, you can switch between shooting with the viewfi nder and shooting with li

21ENShooting using the viewfi nder22 Lightly press the shutter button down to the fi rst position. (Press halfway.)• The AF confi rmation mark (() will

22ENShooting using the viewfi nder2Recording moviesYou can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full aut

23ENShooting using the viewfi nder2Setting shooting functions Using the Multi-function buttonWhen framing pictures in the viewfi nder, you can adjust s

24ENShooting using the viewfi nder2 Using the super control panelWhen shooting using the viewfi nder, the super control panel will be displayed on the

25ENShooting using live view33ShootingYou can switch between shooting using the viewfi nder and shooting using live view by pressing the u button. When

26ENShooting using live view3 Recording moviesYou can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mo

27ENShooting using live view3 Using the touch screenWhen shooting using live view, touch panel functions can be used. Selecting a focusing methodYou c

28ENShooting using live view3Setting shooting functions Using live guidesLive guides are available in iAUTO (A) mode. While iAUTO is a full auto mode

29ENShooting using live view3# Cautions• If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW].• Liv

3ENTable of ContentsQuick task index 7Unpack the box contents ...9Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 10Names of parts ...

30ENShooting using live view3 Using live controlWhen shooting using live view, live control can be used to set functions in P, A, S, M, n, and J mode

31ENViewing photographs and movies44 Viewing photographs and movies 1 Press the q button.• Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed.•

32ENViewing photographs and movies4Viewing still images Close-up playbackIn single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to a to zoom in. Turn to G to re

33ENViewing photographs and movies4 Erasing imagesDisplay an image you want to delete and press the  button. Select [Yes] and press the Q button. b

34ENViewing photographs and movies4 Using the touch screenYou can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playbackViewing additional ima

35ENBasic operations55 Basic operationsInformation displays while shootingViewfi nder display when shooting using the viewfi nderAELMY1250 F5.6 +2.0+2.0

36ENBasic operations5 Monitor display when shooting using live view250250 F5.6ISO400LN4:3S-AFS-AFAELRCBKT+2.0+2.0P+7+701:02:0301:02:031023102345 mm45

37ENBasic operations5 Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button

38ENBasic operations5 Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode)In mode P, the camera automatically adjusts shutter spee

39ENBasic operations5 Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode)In mode A, you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter

4ENTable of ContentsUsing movie mode (n) ... 42Adding effects to a movie [Movie Effect] ...42Using art fi lters...

40ENBasic operations5 Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode)In mode S, you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust

41ENBasic operations5 Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode)In mode M, you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of

42ENBasic operations5 Using movie mode (n)Movie mode (n) can be used to fi lm movies with special effects.You can create movies that take advantage of

43ENBasic operations5 Movie Tele-converter1 Touch the icon to display the zoom frame.• You can change the position of the zoom frame by touching the

44ENBasic operations5 Using art fi lters1 Rotate the mode dial to ART.• A menu of art fi lters will be displayed. Select a fi lter using FG.• Press Q o

45ENBasic operations5 Shooting in scene mode1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN.• A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG.• Press Q

46ENBasic operations5 Taking panoramasIf you have installed the supplied computer software, you can use it to join pictures together to form a panoram

47ENBasic operations5 Using PHOTO STORY1 Rotate the mode dial to J.• A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed.AStandardBSpeedCFun FramesStandard11232 Use

48ENBasic operations56 Once you have shot all the frames, press Q to save the image.• Press the MENU button, and you can select other themes.$ Notes•

49ENBasic operations5 Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensatio

5ENTable of ContentsUsing the playback menu ...85Displaying images rotated (R) ... 85Editing still image

50ENBasic operations5 Using a fl ash (fl ash photography)The fl ash can be set manually as required. The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a var

51ENBasic operations5# Cautions• In [!/#!(Red-eye reduction fl ash)], after the pre-fl ashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Do

52ENBasic operations5 Choosing a focus target (AF Area)Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus.1 Press the arrow pad or F

53ENBasic operations5 Face priority AF/pupil detection AFThe camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP.1 Press the Fn1 button to display

54ENBasic operations5 Zoom frame AF/zoom AFYou can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to us

55ENBasic operations5 Sequential shooting/using the self timerKeep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternative

56ENBasic operations5 Adjusting color (white balance)White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AU

57ENBasic operations5 One-touch white balanceMeasure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be u

58ENBasic operations5 Controlling color (Color Creator)You can adjust the color of the subject while looking through the viewfi nder. Select this funct

59ENBasic operations5 HDR photographyThe camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR image. You can also shoot several i

6ENTable of ContentsBattery, battery charger, and card 122Battery and charger ...122Using an optional AC adapter ...122Using your charg

60ENBasic operations5Information display during playback Playback image informationSimplifi ed display Overall displayF5.6F5.6+1.0+1.0G+4G+4A+4A+4Adobe

61ENBasic operations5Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway

62ENBasic operations5 Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order)You can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN (P. 119). Once th

63ENBasic operations5Manipulating playback imagesPress Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode.JPEGmRR

64ENBasic operations5 Protecting imagesProtect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playb

65ENBasic operations5 SlideshowThis function displays images stored on the card one after another.1 Press Q during playback and select [m].JPEGmRRota

66ENUsing shooting options66 Using shooting options Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer)You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur

67ENUsing shooting options6# Cautions• The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs when the shutter speed

68ENUsing shooting options6 Processing options (picture mode)Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other

69ENUsing shooting options6 Adding effects to a movieYou can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Set

7ENQuick task index ShootinggTaking pictures with automatic settingsiAUTO (A)18Easy photography with special effectsArt fi lter (ART)44Choosing an aspe

70ENUsing shooting options6 Image quality (record mode)Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example re

71ENUsing shooting options6 Record modes (movies)Record mode Pixel count File format ApplicationFull HD Fine 1920×1080MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264*1Display on

72ENUsing shooting options6 Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering)Choose how the camera meters subject brightness.1 Set the lever to

73ENUsing shooting options6 Choosing a focus mode (AF mode)Select a focusing method (focus mode).You can choose separate focusing methods for still p

74ENUsing shooting options6 Movie sound options (recording sound with movies)1 Press the Q button when shooting with live view and select a movie sou

75ENMenu functions (Basic operations)77 Basic menu operationsThe menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live contro

76ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2j4:3D1Shooting Menu 1Card SetupReset/MysetPicture Mode Image AspectBackSet2D

77ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Restoring default settings (Reset/Myset)Camera settings can be easily restored to registered settings.Using rese

78ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Processing options (Picture Mode)You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters

79ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7h i-aJ K Pict. Tone(Monotone)Colors the black and white image.kkN:NeutralCreates a normal black and white image.

8ENQuick task indexChecking set effect before taking a picturePreview function 100Test Picture 100Checking horizontal or vertical orientation before s

80ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing)“Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings aut

81ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 WB BKT (WB bracketing)Three images with different white balances (adjusted in specifi ed color directions) are aut

82ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure)Record multiple exposures in a single image, u

83ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Shooting automatically with a fi xed interval (time lapse shooting)You can set the camera to shoot automatically

84ENMenu functions (Shooting menus)7 Wireless remote control fl ash photographyYou can use the supplied fl ash and a fl ash equipped with the RC mode fun

85ENMenu functions (Playback menus)7Using the playback menumR21Playback MenuEditSetReset ProtectConnection to SmartphoneBackOnPrint Orderm (P. 65)R (P

86ENMenu functions (Playback menus)7 JPEG Edit Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduce

87ENMenu functions (Playback menus)7 Image overlayUp to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. T

88ENMenu functions (Setup menus)7Using the setup menuUse the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions.--.--.-- --:--XWj±0 k±021Setup MenuEnglish0.

89ENMenu functions (Setup menus)7 Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings)To use the wireless LAN functions on the camera (P. 119), you

9ENUnpack the box contentsUnpack the box contentsThe following items are included with the camera.If anything is missing or damaged, contact the deale

90ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 Using the custom menusCamera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu.Custom MenuRAF/MF (P. 90)STUVWX21RC

91ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7Option Descriptiong AF Illuminat. Select [Off] to disable the AF illuminator. — I Face PrioritySelect the face prio

92ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7Option DescriptiongLens I.S. Priority If [On] is selected, priority is given to the lens function operation when us

93ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7Option Descriptiong Frame Rate Select [High] to reduce frame lag. However, the image quality may drop.—Art LV Mode

94ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7Option DescriptiongNoise Filter Choose the amount of noise reduction performed at high ISO sensitivities.—ISO Set

95ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 X K/Color/WBOption DescriptiongK Set You can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image si

96ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 Y Record/EraseOption DescriptiongQuick Erase If [On] is selected, pressing the  button in the playback display wil

97ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 Z MovieOption DescriptiongnMode Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control

98ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 k K UtilityOption DescriptiongPixel Mapping The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the ima

99ENMenu functions (Custom menus)7 MF AssistMENU c R [MF Assist]This is a focus assist function for MF. When the focus ring is rotated, the edg