Olympus OM-PC Operations Instructions

With DX coded film, the OM-PC sets the film speed automatically.1Make sure the film you are using is marked"DX".If the film you are using i

1Pull up on the rewind knob to open the cameraback.2Place the film cartridge in the film chamber.Always load film in theshade.Loading the Film10

3Insert the film leader into the take-up spool.4Wind the film and make sure the sprocket teethcatch both the upper and lower film perforations.5Take u

6Close the camera back until it clicks into place.7Take two blank shots to bring the film to thefirst frame.Checking the type of film:The film check w

< Taking Photographs (I) >This chapter explains how to take programmed automatic exposure pic-tures with ESP metering. In this mode, anyone can

1Make sure the camera is set for the ESP meter-ing.2Set the mode selector dial to the "PROGRAM"position.ESP MeteringHow to Take Programmed A

3Set the lens to its minimum aperture, which isthe largest number on the aperture ring.4Press the shutter release lightly to activate theviewfinder d

67The mark will appear in the finder whenESP metering is adjusting the exposure.Press the shutter release to take the picture.(A built-in battery con

Rewinding the Film1When the exposure counter indicates the end ofyour roll of film.2Push the "R" button.17

3Fold out the rewind crank and wind it until thefilm tension is released.4Open the camera back by pulling up on therewind knob and remove the film.18

Thank you for choosing the Olympus OM-PC. Thiscamera is equipped with a unique "ESP" (Electro-SelectivePattern) metering system. By combinin

< Taking Photographs (ll)>This mode allows you to respond creatively to the photo situation by freeselection of the lens aperture, shutter spe

How to Take Aperture-Preferred Automatic Exposure Pictures1Set the mode selector dial to the "AUTO"position.2Select the light metering mode.

3Set the aperture.Basic aperture settings.Press the shutter release lightly to activate theviewfinder display.Focus on your subject.4521

6Press the shutter release to take the photograph.If you see an overexposure warning signal (thenumber "1000" blinks), set the aperture to

Manual Exposure1Set the mode selector dial to the "MANUAL"position.2Set the aperture.23

Select the shutter speed.34Focus, then press the shutter release.To obtain the proper exposure, set the shutterspeed ring to the setting indicated in

Manual Film Speed Setting1Release the DX ISO AUTO SET mode.2Lift up the outer collar and rotate until thedesired ISO speed appears in the window.ISO/

Readjust the Index line.3If the film speed dial (exposure compensation dial)cannot be turned to the ISO number of the film used, setit once at an inte

Exposure CompensationFor exposure compensation, set the dial anywhere except at "DX ISO AUTO SET".When an exposure compensation is set, thei

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TABLE OF CONTENTS< Preparations before Taking Pictures >• Mounting the Lens ... 5• Loading the Batteries ... 7• Chec

Using the Self-Timer12Wind the film once.Set the self-timer lever.29

3Press the shutter release to start the self-timer.The shutter will fire in 12 seconds.4Wind the film for the next shot. The self-timerlever will auto

Bulb Exposure12Set the exposure mode selector dial to the"MANUAL" position.Set the shutter speed dial to "B" (bulb).("B&quo

Advanced TechniquesIf you want to improve your pictures or refine your shootingtechniques, it is important to understand the operation of yourcamera t

ModeSelectorswitchViewfinderDisplayFeatures1.2.This mode can be selected for general use at all times.Depending on the light distribution in the compo

ESP (Electro-Selective Pattern) MeteringGenerally, a photograph includes objects withdifferent levels of brightness. Center-weighted,averaged light m

SELECTING THE METERING MODE (How to Use ESP Metering)ESP Metering is the mode to set for general use. Inthis mode, you don't have to worry about

When part of the subject area is extremely brightIf a part of the picture frame is extremely bright,the subject is underexposed under the influence of

When the background is extremely bright insunlightIn center-weighted, averaged light metering, thesubject appears completely dark; in ESP meteringm

Notes on ESP meteringThe ESP metering mode works properly for themajority of subjects, but it may not be as effectivein the following cases:When the

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ESP Metering Chart (ESP Algorithm)Compositions with the sun in the sceneBright outdoor scenesNormally lit outdoor scenesEvening shots and interi

GUIDE TO SELECTION OF EXPOSURE MODEViewfinderIndicationFeatures1. This is the ideal normal mode for snapshots and general photography.2. When this mod

SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE - PROGRAM -Program ExposuresIn this mode the camera automatically selects theideal lens aperture and shutter speed for th

PROGRAM DIAGRAMSRegular Program Diagram Continuously Variable ProgramDiagramProgram Diagram with Use of TSeries Flash UnitThis program shows the regul

Viewfinder Display in the Program ModeSet the exposure mode dial to and press theshutter release button lightly while looking throughthe viewfinder.T

SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE - AUTO (Aperture Preferred) -Auto ExposuresThis is an aperture preferred auto mode in whichthe shutter speed is set autom

DEPTH OF FIELDDepth of field is the area of acceptable sharpnessin front of and behind the subject in focus. As youget closer to your subject or as yo

PREVIEW BUTTONWhen you wish to see which objectsfall within the acceptable zone ofsharpness (depth of field), press thepreview button on your lens.

SHUTTER SPEEDSThis camera offers various possibilities for visualexpression by changing the shutter speed.High shutter speeds can be used to "

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY FOR AUTOMATIC EXPOSUREIf you press the shutter release button lightly whilelooking through the viewfinder, you will see theautomati

< Preparations before Taking Pictures >The Olympus OM-PC is basically designed for automatic film speed settingwith DX coded film.4

SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE - MANUAL -The OM-PC also provides manual exposure con-trol. With the exposure mode dial set to MANUAL,you can choose you

COMBINATIONS OF METERING MODE AND EXPOSURE MODEExposureModesMeteringModesPROGRAMAUTO (aperture preferred)MANUALESPMeteringThe ideal mode for snap-shot

SELECTING THE FILM SPEED SETTING MODEModeDX ISOAUTOSETISOMANUALSETModeSelector DialFinderIndicationFeatures1. If you use film that has the DX code an

DX ISO AUTO Film Speed SettingFilm speed information is recorded in the digitalpattern imprinted on the cassette of DX type film.The OM-PC reads this

BULB EXPOSUREIf you require long exposure,set the shutter speed dial at"B" (bulb). This is useful fornight exposures or other spe-cial eff

MULTIPLE EXPOSUREBy tripping the shutter several times on the sameframe, multiple images are produced on the sameframe.This is how to do:After the fir

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Flash PhotographyThe OM-PC is designed to provide "OTF" Auto-matic Exposure with Olympus T-Series electronicflashes. There is nothing to s

T-Series FlashesMounting the FlashElectronic flash T20 (small-size flash with a guidenumber of 20)Electronic flash T32 (high-capacity flash with aguid

How to Use T-Series FlashesWith a T-Series flash on the camera, the flash modewill be automatically set to match the camera's ex-posure mode. To

Remove the rear lens cap.Remove the body cap.12Mounting the Lens5

Bounce FlashClose-up FlashThe T32 has an adjustable flash head that tiltsas much as 90° upward. As it operates on "OTF"auto, it allows you

Using Electronic Flashes Other Than Olympus T-Series Units(1) Mount the flash on the accessory shoe.The OM-PC does not accept flash units with-out di

Shooting with Motor DriveShooting with motor drive is both functional andvery exciting. It enables you to capture your sub-ject in a critical moment b

Motor Drive Group UnitsMotor Drive 2. If you want to shoot very fastmoving subjects such as a dashing animal or a racingcar driving at full speed, th

MacrophotographyThe world of macrophotography is filled with mar-velous discoveries. However, macrophotographyhas been generally considered difficult

Macrophoto Group Units• Simplified Macro SystemThese units allow you to take close-ups up to lifesize with ease.For example, Close-up lenses 49mm and

• Zuiko Macro 135mm F4.5. Permits magnifica-tions up to 0.43X with the Telescopic Auto Ex-tension Tube 65 ~ 116. This lens will find wideapplication

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Handling CareTake care in handling the camera.Do not apply excessive force.67

Storage CareGuard against high temperature and magnetic fields.Battery PrecautionIn case of malfunction, take the camera toyour nearest Olympus serv

Align the red dots and rotate the lens clockwiseuntil it locks.34Remove the front lens cap. (Press in the mounttabs on the edges of the lens cap paral

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSQ: The film rewind knob does not turn whenwinding the film, although the camera is loadedwith film.A: This indicates the film i

A: (1) When new batteries are inserted into thecamera, (2) when you are using the camera afterit hasn't been used for a long time, (3) whenyou th

A: When using a 50mm F1.2, 50mm F1.4, 75 ~150mm ZOOM or 35 ~ 105mm ZOOM lens,the shutter speed displayed in the viewfindercan differ from the actual

Q: The mirror does not spring back.A: Check the batteries. If the batteries are in goodcondition, and in case the mirror should notspring back or th

Description of ControlsSelf-Timer/BatteryCheck SignalLight Metering ModeSelector LeverShoulder Strap EyeletLensLens Release ButtonDepth of Field Scal

Manual Shutter Speed DialExposure Mode Selector DialRewind CrankRewind Knob/CameraBack ReleaseAccessory ShoeFilm Speed Dial/ExposureCompensation DialI

Shutter CurtainFilm Rewind ShaftViewfinder Eyepiece FrameSprocketFilm Take-up SpoolCamera BackPressure PlateFilm Cartridge PressurePlateFilm ChamberFi

SPECIFICATIONSType: TTL auto-exposure 35mm SLR camera.Film Format: 24mm × 36mm.Lens Mount: Olympus OM Mount.Shutter: Horizontal running electronic con

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Loading the BatteriesRemove the battery cover.Wipe battery surfaces clean. Make sure that +signs are facing upwards. Replace the battery cover.217

After inserting the batteries, always check as follows:Rotate the mode selector dial to the "BAT-TERY CHECK" position.12The audible and visu