Olympus E-300 User Manual Page 1

DIGITAL CAMERABASIC MANUALENGLISH 01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:48 PM Page 1

10En 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

11EnSafety precautionsFCC Notice● Radio and Television InterferenceChange or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the use

12En1Thread one end of the strap throughthe strap eyelet on the camera.2Thread the end of the strap throughthe ring, then thread it through thestopper

13EnCharging the battery1Connect the AC cable.2Attach the battery to the charger.● Charging starts. The battery will be fully recharged in about 5 hou

14EnCharging indicatorCharging indicator status Charging statusRed ChargingGreen Charging completedBlinking red Charging error (time-out, temperature

15EnLoading the battery1Make sure that the camera's powerswitch is set to OFF.2Slide the battery compartment lock toand open the battery compartm

16EnLoading the battery4Slide the battery compartment lock to.Other power sourcesAC AdapterT The optional AC Adapter (AC-1) lets you use the camera wi

17EnAttaching a lens to the cameraUsable lensesSelect the lens that you want to shoot with.Use a specified Four Thirds lens (Four Thirds mount*). When

18En1Make sure the power switch is set toOFF.2Remove the body cap from thecamera.3Remove the rear cap from the lens.Attaching a lens to the cameraPowe

19Attaching a lens to the cameraEnRemoving the lens from the camera1Make sure the power switch is set toOFF.2While pressing the lens releasebutton, re

2EnFor customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in Europe“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirementsfor saf

20EnInserting a cardUsable cards“Card” in this manual refers to a recording medium. This camera can use aCompact Flash or Microdrive (optional). An xD

21En1Open the card cover.2Insert the card fully with the ßmarkside facing toward the monitor side(the camera’s rear side) as illustrated.● If you cann

22En1Make sure that the card access lampis not illuminated.2Open the card cover.3Press the eject button gently and let itpop out, then press it again

23EnSet the power switch to ON.● To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF.Set the mode dial to P.–.– – – –.– .–ESPPAUTOFPFOCUSAUTOAUTOISODRI

24EnPower onBad techniqueLensHolding the camera1Hold the camera's grip with your righthand and keep your elbow at yourside.2Rest your elbow gentl

25EnAdjusting the viewfinder’s diopterViewfinderWhile looking though the viewfinder, rotatethe diopter adjustment dial little by little.When you can s

26En1Place the AF frame on the subjectwhile viewing through the viewfinder.2Adjust the focus.Press the shutter button gently (halfway).● The focus is

27ShootingEn● Press the shutter button gently. If it is pressed hard, the camera may move and picturesmay come out blurred.● Never remove the battery,

28EnPlayback1Press the (playback mode) button.● The monitor turns off after about 1 minute ifno operations are performed. After about 1hour without b

29EnPower offSet the power switch to OFF. 01E-300BaEN-P1 04.10.21 9:49 PM Page 29

3EnLithium ion battery(BLM-1)Lithium ion batterycharger (BCM-2)Unpacking the box contentsIf any accessories are missing or damaged, contact the dealer

30EnWhat you can do with OLYMPUS Master softwareDecemberSunManTueWedThuFriSatThe provided software CD includes OLYMPUS Mastersoftware for viewing and

31EnSpecifications —CameraInformation Product typeProduct type : Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens systemLens : Zuiko Digit

32EnInformation Exposure controlMetering system : TTL full-aperture metering system(1) Digital ESP metering(2) Center weighted average metering(3) Sp

33EnInformationBLM-1 Lithium ion batteryType : Lithium ion battery Standard voltage : DC 7.2 V Standard capacity : 1500 mAh Battery life : Approx. 500

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4EnWhat you can do with this cameraYou can choose from more than 10 different types of scene shooting modes, making it easy to set the appropriate sho

5EnSafety precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Attaching the strap . . . . . . . . . . . .

6EnSafety precautionsCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING

7EnSafety precautionsLightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a specified AC adapter, remove it from thewall outlet immediately. To avoid d

8EnSafety precautionsWARNING Do not use the camera in areas exposed to flammable or explosive gases.● A fire or explosion may result. Do not use the

9EnSafety precautionsFollow these important guidelines to prevent the battery from leaking, overheating,burning, exploding, or causing electrical shoc