Olympus om-4t User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

Wipe battery surfaces clean. Make sure that +signs are facing upwards.Checking the BatteriesAlways check the batteries after inserting new batterie

Rotate the mode selector dial to the "BATTERYCHECK" position.The audible and visual signals will tell you thatthe batteries have enough powe

After the check, set back the dial.When checking the batteries, the audible and visual signals will automatically turn off in 30seconds. If you then p

Pull up on the rewind knob to open the cameraback.Tear off the top of the film box and insert itinto the memo holder. It will remind you which filmyou

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

Close the camera back until it clicks into place.Face the camera toward light and take twoblind shots. This will bring the film to the first frame.14

Setting the ISO Film SpeedLift up the outer collar and rotate until theISO speed appears in the window.Film speed15

Align the exposure line A with the index B .If the exposure compensation dial does not turn to thedesired ISO number, set it once at an intermediate

The OM-4T enables aperture-preferred automatic exposure on TTL direct light metering(center-weighted, averaged light metering). This mode can be use

TTL Direct Light MeteringAperture-preferred automatic exposure allows you to take pictures by utilizing the lens depth offield effect (blurred backgr

Thank you for purchasing the OLYMPUS OM-4T . This new SLR camera employstitanium — a metal lighter and 6 times stronger than aluminum — in the constru

ReferenceP. 117Set the aperture.Basic aperture settings;Press the shutter release lightly to activate theviewfinder display.The bar tip indicates the

Focus on your subject.Press the shutter release to take the picture.A built-in battery conserver turns off the viewfinder dis-play after 120 sec.20

If you see an overexposure warning signal("OVER" blinks), set the aperture to a larger number.If the shutter speed is too slow, set the aper

Rewinding the FilmWhen the exposure counter indicates the endof your roll of film.Push the "R" button.22

Fold out the rewind crank and wind it untilthe film tension is released.Open the camera back by pulling up on therewind knob and remove the film.23

The spot metering system of the OM-4T enables you to control the exposure as you like. Itinsures perfect exposure of backlighted and high contrast su

How to Use the Spot MeasurementReferenceP. 96-100Align the microprism area with the areayou want to measure. (The spot metering range isoutlined by th

Press the spot button to take meter reading.You will hear an electronic sound and the word"SPOT" will appear in the viewfinder. The metere

Press the shutter release to take the picture.The subject will turn out correctly exposed,regardless of the brightness of the background.The spot mete

How to Clear the Spot MeteringWith the lever at "CLEAR", the mode willreturn to TTL direct light metering."SPOT" and mark disappe

TABLE OF CONTENTS< Preparations before Taking Pictures >Dioptric Correction ... 4Mounting the Lens ... 6Loading the B

How to Use the "Multi-Spot Measurement" ModeReferenceP. 101-104Spot metering is possible in up to 8 spots.This sample photo shows a backli

Take spot metering on the face (first spot).Take spot metering on the ship in the back-ground (second spot).30

Compose your picture and press the shutterrelease.Both the subject and the background arecorrectly exposed.To cancel the metered value, operate the cl

Highlight ControlIf you want to render white objects in white...ReferenceP. 105-106In ordinary shooting, white objects will turnout grayish if the pi

Take spot metering on the part of the subjectwhich you want to render in white.Press the HI. LIGHT button.Exposure will be automatically corrected t

Press the shutter release to take the picture.The white object turns out white.The highlight control is cleared by pressing the HI. LIGHTbutton once a

Shadow ControlReferenceP. 107-108If you want to render black objetcts in black...In ordinary shooting, black objects will turnout grayish if it is ver

Take spot metering on the spot which you wantto render in black.Press the SHADOW button.Exposure will be automatically corrected to give 2 2/3-ste

Press the shutter release to take the picture.The black object turns out black.The shadow control is cleared by pressing the SHADOWbutton once again.

Taking Photographs (III)— Automatic Exposure —In automatic exposure, the same picture will be exposed with a very different exposurevalue if it is t

< Preparations before Taking Pictures >3

How to Use the Exposure Memory Lock SystemThe memory lock system is convenient for taking many pictures of the same subject in differentbackgrounds or

Frame the composition as you desire.The Exposure Value is Stored in Memory afterShooting.40

The memory will keep on for 60 minutes after the shutterhas tripped.Change the composition and shoot.The subject is exposed with the same exposureva

To clear the memory, use the clear lever.The memory is also cleared in the following cases:1. When a lens is mounted or dismounted.2. When the mode

Taking Photographs (IV)— Manual Exposure —The OM-4T permits manual exposure on center-weighted, averaged metering and spotmetering. It allows you to

How to Take Pictures on Center-Weighted, Averaged MeteringSet the mode selector dial to the "MANUAL"position.44

Set the bar graph tip to the fixed point betweenthe arrows by adjusting the aperture and/or shutterspeed rings.Fixed pointThe shutter speed you have s

How to Use the Spot MeasurementReferenceP. 96-100Align the microprism area with the area youwant to measure.Spot metering range46

Press the spot button to take meter reading.Set the bar graph tip to the fixed point betweenthe arrows by adjusting the aperture and/or shutterspeed

Shoot.The subject will turn out correctly exposed,regardless of the brightness of the background.It is also possible to use the multi-spot metering, h

Dioptric CorrectionThe OM-4T permits dioptric adjustment according to your eyesight.Remove the body cap.4

< Taking Photographs (V) >— Flash Photography —The OM-4T is the perfect companion for the world's first Full Synchro Flash F280. Profes-si

Taking Daylight Synchro-Flash Photographs (Super FP Flash Mode)For OTF Auto using the Normal OTF Flash mode, refer to the F280 instruction manual.Slid

Turn the power switch ON.Check the charge indicator.Set the mode switch to SUPER FP.51

Set the camera mode to AUTO.Select an aperture that results in a shutter speedfaster than 1/60 sec. (for slower speeds consult theF280 manual).52

Press the shutter release.Confirm a correct exposure by checking theindicator.53

< Other Operations >54

Using the Self-TimerPush the lever down outward.Press the shutter release to start the self-timer.The shutter will fire in 12 seconds.The shutter will

Exposure CompensationReferenceP. 116When an exposure compensation is set, theindicator lights in the viewfinder.After shooting, return the dial to it

Bulb ExposureReferenceP. 120While pressing the "B" lock button, turn andset the shutter speed dial to "B".The display in the view

The shutter will remain open as long as the shut-ter release button is held depressed.How to Shoot when the Batteries are ExhaustedIf the batteries ar

Pull out the diopter adjustment knob.Turn and adjust the knob so that the matscreenappears sharp.Push the knob back in until it locks.5

While pressing the "B" lock button, rotatethe shutter ring to the red "60" position.Shoot. The mechanical shutter will operate t

Using the Viewfinder IlluminatorPush the button if the viewfinder display istoo dark to read.60

How to Turn Off the BeeperTo turn off the audible signal, push the lever tothe right (in the direction of the arrow).You will no longer hear PCV sound

Changing the Focusing ScreenReferenceP. 139-14014 screens are available to cover a wide range of applications.Pull down the screen frame.Pull the lug

To change the focusing screen, use the tweezerssupplied with an optional focusing screen. Push theframe upward until you hear a click.63

Changing the Camera BackThe camera back is interchangeable with the Recordata Back or 250 Film Back.Open the camera back. Press down on thecamera bac

Attaching the GripAttach the Camera Grip 1 (optional accessory).When using a motor drive or winders, detachthe Grip.65

Handling CareTake care in handling the camera.Do not use extra force.66

Storage CareBattery PrecautionGuard against high temperatura and magnetic fields.67

Description of Controls1 Finder Light Window2 CLEAR/MEMORYLever3 Self-Timer/ElectronicBeeper MufflingLever4 Grip Lock Screw5 Self-Timer/Battery Check

Mounting the LensRemove the rear lens cap.Align the red dots and rotate the lens clock-wise until it locks.6

13 Automatic Clear Button14 Accessory Shoe15 Manual Shutter Speed Ring16 Rewind Crank17 Rewind Knob/Camera BackRelease22 HI. LIGHT Button23 Viewfinder

34 Viewfinder Eyepiece Frame35 Film Rewind Shaft36 Film Chamber37 Film Guide Pins38 Sprocket39 Film Take-up Spool40 Camera Back Release Pin41 Camera B

52 Lens Mount Ring53 Motor Guide Pin Hole46 B Lock Button47 Flash Synchronization Socket48 Tripod Socket49 Motor Coupling Terminals50 Motor Coupling

SpecificationsType: TTL auto-exposure 35mm SLR cameraFilm Format: 24mm x 36mmLens mount: Olympus OM mountShutter: Electronically controlled cloth fo

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Remove the front lens cap. (Press in the mounttabs on the edges of the lens cap parallel with"OLYMPUS").Press the lens release button and tu

Loading the BatteriesDo not use different types of batteries or new and old batteries at the same time. If you are notlikely to use the camera for a l