Olympus C-5000 Zoom User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERAC-5000ZOOMREFERENCE MANUAL Explanation of digital camera functions and operating instructions.Explanation of how to download images bet

9Indications used in this manuallImportant information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations th

99White balanceAdjusting the image quality and exposure62 Press e.• The white balance is set and the screen returns to the mode menu.• To cancel one-t

100White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposureWhite balance adjustment This function lets you make fine changes to the current white balanc

101Adjusting the image quality and exposure6SHARPNESSThis function adjusts the sharpness of the image.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ

1026Adjusting the image quality and exposureCONTRASTThis function adjusts the contrast of images. For example, you can make images with marked differe

103Adjusting the image quality and exposure6SATURATIONThis function adjusts the color depth.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ SATURATION

1046Adjusting the image quality and exposureNOISE REDUCTIONThis function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting nigh

105Playback77 PlaybackViewing still pictures1 Set the mode dial to q (playback mode) and set the power switch to ON.g“Power on/off” (P.24)• The last p

106Viewing still pictures7PlaybackQUICK VIEWThis function lets you play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when yo

107Viewing still picturesPlayback7Picture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you t

1087PlaybackClose-up playbackPictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 or 4 times.1 Select the still picture you want to e

10Names of partsCameraStrap eyelet gP.17Remote control receiver gP.81Hot shoe gP.64DC-IN jack gP.23Flash gP.56Connector cover gP.23, 116Mode dial gP.4

109Playback7Index displayThis function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor. The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9 or 16.

110Index display7PlaybackSelecting the number of picturesThis function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4, 9 and 16.1 I

111Playback7SlideshowThis function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies is played back.1 Selec

1127PlaybackViewing movies1 Use the arrow pad to display the picture with n you want to play back.g“Viewing still pictures” (P.105)2 Press e.• The top

113Viewing moviesPlayback7•Press e again after playback ends to display the menu.PLAYBACK Plays back the entire movie again.FRAME BY FRAMEPlays back t

1147PlaybackINDEX - Creating an indexThis function lets you create indexes as well as edit movies. 9 frames extracted from a movie are displayed as an

115INDEX - Creating an indexPlayback73 Press ac to select OK, then press e.• The busy bar is displayed, then the 9 frames extracted from the movie app

1167PlaybackPlayback on a TVUse the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. You can play back both still picture

117Playback7Editing still pictures This function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are po

1187PlaybackProtecting picturesYou are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be eras

11Names of partsViewfinder gP.47AEL/Custom button (x)gP.76, 123Power switch gP.24Monitor button (f) gP.45Card access lamp gP.45Arrow pad (acbd) gP.32O

119Playback7Erasing picturesThis function erases recorded pictures. Pictures can be erased either one frame at a time or all the pictures in the card.

120Erasing pictures7PlaybackAll-frame eraseThis function erases all the pictures on the card.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CARD Æ CARD SETUP a

121Useful functions88 Useful functionsALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settingsYou can save the current camera settings after the power is turned off.

122ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings8Useful functionszFunctions that All Reset affects∗This sets whether the monitor turns on or not when the c

123Useful functions8CUSTOM BUTTONFunctions listed in the table below can be assigned to the custom button on the camera. This makes it easy to jump to

124CUSTOM BUTTON8Useful functionsSetting the custom button1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ CUSTOM BUTTON, and press d.g“How to use the me

125CUSTOM BUTTONUseful functions8Using the custom button1 Press x.• The function currently set to the custom button appears. Ex: When DRIVE is set on

1268Useful functionsSHORT CUTYou can set three shortcut menus (A, B, C) on the top menu in a still picture shooting mode (except h).This is useful whe

127SHORT CUTUseful functions8Setting the shortcut menuYou can set the three shortcut menus designated by A, B and C on the diagram shown right.1 In th

128SHORT CUT8Useful functionsUsing the shortcut menuWhen you have set a shortcut menu, you can use it to jump to the setting screen for that function.

12Names of partsMonitor indicationsINFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the screen. Screens with the Information displ

129Useful functions8MY MODE SETUPYou can set shooting-related functions in MY MODE. You can also use MY MODE to save the contents you have set. When t

130MY MODE SETUP8Useful functions1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ MY MODE SETUP, and press d.g“How to use the menus” (P.33)2 Press ac to

131MY MODE SETUPUseful functions8zWhen selecting CUSTOM in Step 23 Press ac to select the item you want to save in MY MODE, then press d.• For the ava

1328Useful functionsCARD SETUP – Formatting CardsThis function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-Oly

133CARD SETUP – Formatting CardsUseful functions82 Press a to select YES, then press e.• The BUSY bar is displayed and the card is formatted.Never do

1348Useful functionsInformation displayThis function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for approx. 3 seconds in the playba

135Useful functions8Monitor brightness AdjustmentThis function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SET

1368Useful functionsREC VIEWYou can display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. You can display pictures on the monitor while saving them

137Useful functions8SLEEP – Sleep TimerThe camera automatically enters the sleep mode and stops the operation when the preset time has elapsed with no

1388Useful functionsBeep – Setting the warning toneYou can set the beep sound used for button operations or warnings. You can turn the sound off compl

13Names of parts9Noise reduction O P.10410Flash mode !, #, $, #SLOW1, HSLOW, #SLOW2P.5611Flash intensity control w -2.0 – +2.0 P.6312Drive o, j, k, BK

139Useful functions8POWER ON/OFF SETUP – Power on/off display settingYou can select whether or not a picture is displayed when the power is turned on

1408Useful functionsFILE NAME – Choosing how file names are createdThe camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be store

141PIXEL MAPPING – Checking the imageUseful functions8• When the File No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 and the folder number changes.

1428Useful functionsm/ft – Selecting the measurement units The measurement unit can be selected from either meters or feet in the manual focus mode.m

143Useful functions8VIDEO OUT – Selecting the video signal typeYou can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. Select the video s

1449Print setting9 Print settingWith print reservationPrint reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time infor

145With print reservationPrint setting9TIPSPicture size and printingThe resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pix

1469Print settingAll-frame reservationUse this feature to print all the pictures stored on the card. Select the desired number of prints and whether y

147Print setting9Single-frame reservationUse this feature to print only selected pictures. Display the picture to be printed and select the desired nu

148Single-frame reservation9Print setting7 Press ac to select NO, DATE or TIME, then press e.• The PRINT ORDER screen appears.NO Prints pictures only,

14Names of partszPlayback modeStill picture MovieItem IndicationsRef. Page1Battery check e, f P.152Print reservation, Number of printsMovie< × 10nP

149Print setting9Resetting print reservation dataThis function allows you to reset the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card.You can

150Resetting print reservation data9Print settingzResetting single-frame print reservation1 Press e to display the top menu.2 Press c for the < PRI

151Miscellaneous1010 MiscellaneousError codesMonitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionqNO CARDThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recog

15210MiscellaneousTroubleshootingzPreparatory operationszShootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe camera does not turn on or function but

153TroubleshootingMiscellaneous10The monitor is hard to see.The brightness of the monitor is not adjusted properly.Select s in the mode menu and adjus

154Troubleshooting10MiscellaneousThe flash does not fire.The flash is set to the flash off mode.Select the mode other than flash off. P.56The subject

155TroubleshootingMiscellaneous10zPlayback of recorded imagesPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PagePictures taken are not in focus.Auto focus is n

156Troubleshooting10MiscellaneousThe sequential shooting mode was used.Higher shutter speeds are used when the sequential shooting mode is selected, w

157TroubleshootingMiscellaneous10zWhen the camera is connected to a PC.The camera is connected to a TV.The monitor does not function when the video ca

15810MiscellaneousList of menuszh modeTop menu Setting Ref. PageY/<OFF, Y, <P.80, 81KSHQ 2560 × 1920/HQ 2560 × 1920/SQ1 1600 × 1200/SQ2 640 × 48

15Names of parts• The indications that appear on a movie picture that has been selected and displayed from the index display are different from those

159List of menusMiscellaneous10zi/j/k/l/m/o/r/p/P modeTop menu Tab Function Setting Ref. PageMODE MENU CAMERAY/<OFF, Y, <P.80, 81DRIVEo, j, k, B

160List of menus10Miscellaneouszi/j/k/l/m/o/r/p/P mode (cont.)∗1 Not available in M mode.∗2 Only available in p modes.∗3 This is always enabled in m m

161List of menusMiscellaneous10zn modeTop menu Tab Function Setting Ref. PageMODE MENU CAMERAY/<OFF, Y, <P.80, 81ISOAUTO, 50, 80, 160, 320P.95%O

162List of menus10Miscellaneouszq mode (still pictures)Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. PageMODE MENU EDITQ640 × 480, 320 × 240, CANCELCARD CARD SET

163List of menusMiscellaneous10zq mode (movies)Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. PageMODE MENU CARD CARD SETUP ALL ERASE,FORMATP.120, 132SETUP ALL RE

16410MiscellaneousList of factory default settingsThe functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory.zShooting modeF No F2.8SHUTTER 1

165List of factory default settingsMiscellaneous10WB AUTO> No compensationSHARPNESS ±0CONTRAST ±0SATURATION ±0REC VIEW ONSLEEP 3 MINFILE NAME RESET

166List of factory default settings10MiscellaneouszPlayback modezOthers∗Settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold.INFO OFF0 OFF

167Miscellaneous10Modes and Shooting FunctionsIn r mode, available functions vary depending on the modes set in the MY MODE SETUP menu.ModehijklmopPnF

168Modes and Shooting Functions10Miscellaneousj, k — 9 —BKT — 9 — 9 —PANORAMA — 9 —2 IN 1 — 9 —FUNCTIONBLACK&WHITE — 9 —SEPIA — 9 —K 9ISO — 9F — 9

16How to use this manualThis sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.Follow the arrows to perform me

169Modes and Shooting FunctionsMiscellaneous109 : Available — : Not available∗1 Cannot be selected in o mode.∗2 Always enabled in m mode.∗3 Cannot be

17010MiscellaneousCamera maintenancezAfter useTurn off the power and fit the lens cap on the lens.If you are not going to use the camera for a long ti

171Camera maintenanceMiscellaneous10(How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device1 Turn the screw on the bottom of the remote cont

17210MiscellaneousSpecificationsProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill picture : Digital recording, TIFF (no

173SpecificationsMiscellaneous10Viewfinder : Optical real image viewfinderMonitor : 1.8" TFT color LCD display, 134,000 pixelsAuto focus : TTL sy

17410MiscellaneousGlossary of termsA (Aperture Priority) ModeYou set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so th

175Glossary of termsMiscellaneous10DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which im

176Glossary of terms10MiscellaneousJPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)A compression format for color still images. Photographs (images) shot using

177Glossary of termsMiscellaneous10TTL (Through-The taking-Lens) SystemTo help adjust exposure, a light receptor built into the camera directly measur

178IndexAA/S/M mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 68AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23AE lock B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76AE

17Getting started11 Getting startedAttaching the strap1 Pass the lens cap string through the hole in the lens cap, then pass the other end through the

179IndexFluorescent lamp >. . . . . . . . . . 98Focus lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50FORMAT I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1321st c

180IndexPixels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176Playback mode q . . . . . . . 40, 105Portrait shooting i . . . . . . . . . . . 41Power sw

181IndexWWhite balance adjustment > . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100White balance WB. . . . . . . . . . . . 97XxD-Picture Card. . . . . . . . . .

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How to use your PC to get the most from images taken with your digital camera. Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. This manual provi

2IntroductionThis manual explains in detail how to connect your Olympus digital camera to a computer. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place fo

3MacintoshWindowsINDEXFlowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Identifying the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Windows (98/Me

4FlowchartBy connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS’s (operatin

Flowchart5• When connecting the camera to the computer, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power. When connected (transmitting) to t

6Identifying the OSIdentify the OS on your computer before connecting the camera. How to identify the OS depends on the computer. Windows1 Double-cli

181Getting startedBattery/Card basicsCharging the batteryThis camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B). The battery is dedicated to this ca

Identifying the OS74 A System Properties window will appear. Note and record the “System:” information.Confirm that your system is Windows 98, 98 SE,

8WindowsWindowsUsing Windows 98/Me/2000/XPYour computer is turned on and Windows is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all.You

9WindowsInstalling the USB driver for Windows 98(When using Windows 98/98 SE)If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, you must install the USB driver. Follow t

Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE)10Windows3 Click “Continue”. The installation of the USB driver will start.4 Cli

11WindowsConnecting the camera to the computerUsers running Windows 98/98SE need to install the USB drive before connecting the camera to your compute

Connecting the camera to the computer12Windows4 Turn the camera on. Camera with a lens barrierThe power turns on automatically, with the exception of

Connecting the camera to the computer13Windows Windows XPYou can download image files from the camera easily.Select “Copy pictures to folder on my com

14WindowsConfirming the computer recognizes the camera1 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.For users running Windows XP, click “My Com

15WindowsConfirming the USB driver is installedIf the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable Disk, follow the procedure below to check

Confirming the USB driver is installed16Windows4 Confirm that “OLYMPUS Digital Camera” is in the “Universal Serial Bus Controller” category.If you can

Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optim

19Battery/Card basicsGetting started1• Charging normally takes approximately 2 hours.• Use only the specified charger.• If the charger indicator flash

17WindowsDownloading images to your computer1 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.For users running Windows XP, click “Control Panel” f

Downloading images to your computer18Windows4 Double-click the “100olymp” folder.Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.jpg” are

Downloading images to your computer19WindowsThe “My Documents” window is displayed.6 Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in th

20WindowsDisconnecting the camera from your computerIf your OS is Windows Me/2000, proceed to “Windows Me/2000/XP” ( p.21). Windows 981 Make sure th

Disconnecting the camera from your computer21Windows4 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.T

Disconnecting the camera from your computer22Windows2 Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the task bar.The message saying that the drive h

23MacintoshMacintoshUsing Mac OS (9/X)Your computer is turned on and Mac OS is running.If you are running any applications, quit them all.You are r

24MacintoshConnecting the camera to the computer1 Some camera models have a “USB” setting in the menu. Make sure that “PC” is selected before connecti

Connecting the camera to the computer25Macintosh4 Turn the camera on. Camera with a lens barrierThe power turns on automatically, with the exception o

26MacintoshDownloading images to your computer Mac OS 9You can download images from the camera and save them in your computer (in this case, in the H

20Battery/Card basics1Getting startedCard basics“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card to record pictures.The c

Downloading images to your computer27MacintoshImage files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.JPG” are displayed.4 Double-click the “Macin

Downloading images to your computer28MacintoshThe “Hard Disk” window is displayed.5 Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in thi

Downloading images to your computer29Macintosh Mac OS XMalfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS.• If the camera is not connected co

30MacintoshDisconnecting the camera from your computer1 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking

31Downloading image files using other OS(For other OS users)Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer.  Windows 95 

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21Battery/Card basicsGetting started13 Loading the batteryOrient the battery correctly, and insert it until it is locked by the battery lock.Removing

22Battery/Card basics1Getting started4 Close the battery/card cover in direction C then slide it in direction D. • Do not press on the card with hard

23Getting started1Using the AC adapter (optional)An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer.An optional Ol

241Getting startedPower on/off1 Remove the lens cap.2 Turn the mode dial and select the mode you wish to use from P p r n o m l k j i h.3 Turn the pow

25Power on/offGetting started1• If the camera is subjected to strong vibration or shock while turned on, power may be interrupted, causing the date an

26Power on/off1Getting startedIf the card is not recognized (card check)When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically. If ther

27Getting started1Selecting a languageYou can select a language for on-screen display. Available languages vary depending on the area where you purcha

28Selecting a language1Getting started5 Press ac to select W, then press d.6 Press ac to select a language, then press e.7 Press e again to exit the m

2For customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in EuropeTrademarks• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporati

29Getting started1Setting the date and time1 Set the mode dial to P and turn the camera on.2 Press e.• The top menu is displayed.3 Press d on the arro

30Setting the date and time1Getting started6 Press ac to select one of the following date formats: Y-M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/Year), D-M

31Getting started1Holding the cameraHold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving.K

322Using the menus2 Using the menusAbout the menusWhen you turn on the camera and press e, the top menu is displayed on the monitor. The functions of

33Using the menus2How to use the menusWBMODE MENUSEtCAMPICCARDCARD%SEtUPCARDSEtUPCAMPICALL RESEtREC VIEWPW ON/OFF SEtUPONONONENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHONON

34How to use the menus2Using the menus• Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed.• In the shooti

35Using the menus2Shortcut menuszShooting modesh mode i j k l mo r p Pmodesn mode(Factory default setting)Select from OFF, Y (self-timer) and < (re

36Shortcut menus2Using the menuszPlayback modeTIPS• You can also access the functions set in the shortcut menus from the MODE MENU. The shortcut menus

37Using the menus2Mode MenusThe MODE MENU has 4 tabs. Press ac to select a tab and display the associated menu items.zShooting modesCAMERA tabY/<Se

38Mode Menus2Using the menusDIGITAL ZOOMExtends the maximum optical zoom, making possible up to approx. 12x total seamless zoom.P.55%Super Macro – All

3Composition of the manual12345678910Advanced PhotographyTo get that particular shot using various effects or for fine-tuning the settings.Getting sta

39Mode MenusUsing the menus2SETUP tabALL RESETSelects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.P.121WSelects a language

40Mode Menus2Using the menuszPlayback modeEDIT tab∗QMakes the file size smaller and saves it as a new file.P.117∗ The EDIT tab is not displayed during

41Shooting basics33 Shooting basicsShooting modesThe shooting modes include modes where the optimal settings for the situation are automatically selec

42Shooting modes3Shooting basicsj Sports shootingSuitable for capturing fast-moving action (such as sports) without blur. Even a fast-moving subject w

43Shooting modesShooting basics3Setting-related modesP Program shootingThe camera automatically sets the most suitable combination of aperture value a

44Shooting modes3Shooting basicsM Manual shootingAllows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. To check the exposure, refer to the exposu

45Shooting basics3Taking still picturesYou can take still pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder.Taking still pictures using the monitorW

46Taking still pictures3Shooting basics4 Press the shutter button all the way (fully).• The camera takes the picture.• The card access lamp blinks whi

47Taking still picturesShooting basics3Taking still pictures using the viewfinderThe camera actually records a wider area than the picture you compose

48Taking still pictures3Shooting basics4 Press the shutter button all the way (fully).• The camera takes the picture.• The card access lamp blinks whi

4ContentsComposition of the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

49Taking still picturesShooting basics3Comparison of the viewfinder & monitorViewfinder MonitorAdvantages Camera movement does not occur easily an

503Shooting basicsIf correct focus cannot be obtainedWhen the subject cannot be focused on, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the s

51If correct focus cannot be obtainedShooting basics34 Press the shutter button fully.TIPSThe frame in which you focus on a subject is different from

523Shooting basicsRecording moviesThis function allows you to record movies. The focus and zoom are locked. If the distance to the subject changes, fo

53Recording moviesShooting basics3•In n mode, the flash and manual focus (MF) cannot be used.TIPSTo use zoom for shooting movies→ Set the digital zoom

543Shooting basicsZoomTelephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 38 mm – 114 mm on a 35

55ZoomShooting basics3DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ DIGITAL ZOOM Æ ON, and press e.g“How to use

564Flash4 FlashFlash shootingSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amo

57Flash shootingFlash42 Press the shutter button halfway.• When the flash is ready to fire, the orange lamp and # lights steady.3 Press the shutter bu

58Flash shooting4FlashTIPSThe orange lamp or # (flash standby) indication blinks.→ The flash is charging. Wait until the orange lamp or # lights stead

5Comparison of the viewfinder & monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49If correct focus cannot be obtained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

59Flash shootingFlash4zAuto-flash (No indication)The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.zRed-eye reduction flash (!)The li

60Flash shooting4FlashzFlash off ($)The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not d

61Flash shootingFlash42nd curtain (rear curtain) #SLOW2With 2nd curtain, the flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can

624FlashUsing the slow synchronization flash1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ #SLOW Æ #SLOW1, HSLOW, #SLOW2, and press e.g“How to use the

63Flash4Flash intensity controlYou can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash.In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the

644FlashExternal flash (optional)Using the external flashVarious types of flash shooting are possible with Olympus FL series external flashes. The ext

65External flash (optional)Flash43 Turn on the external flash.• When using the FL-20, set the mode dial to TTL-AUTO.• When using the FL-40, it begins

66External flash (optional)4FlashUsing commercially available external flashesProvided that the flash can be connected to the hot shoe, a commercially

67External flash (optional)Flash4Compatible commercially available external flashesWhen selecting an external flash, use products which meet the follo

685Advanced shooting5 Advanced shootingA/S/M modeSelect the shooting mode to be used when the mode dial is set to p.1 In the top menu, select MODE MEN

6Sequential shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Sequential shooting and AF sequential shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

69Advanced shooting5Aperture priority shooting1 Select A mode.g“A/S/M mode” (P.68)2 Press ac to set the aperture value.a : The aperture value increase

705Advanced shootingShutter priority shooting1 Select S mode.g“A/S/M mode” (P.68)2 Press ac to set the shutter speed.a : Sets a faster shutter speed.c

71Advanced shooting5Manual shooting1 Select M mode.g“A/S/M mode” (P.68)2 Use the arrow pad to set the aperture value and shutter speed.b : The apertur

725Advanced shootingFocusing applicationsAF AREA – Changing the position of the AF target markYou can select the area you want to focus on by changing

73Focusing applicationsAdvanced shooting5Manual focusIf auto focus is unable to focus on a subject, use manual focus.1 Hold down e for more than 1 sec

74Focusing applications5Advanced shooting5 Take the picture.• The focus is locked at the distance you have set. To cancel manual focus1 Hold down e fo

75Advanced shooting5MeteringThere are two ways of measuring the brightness of a subject. Select the way best suited to your purpose.Digital ESP meteri

765Advanced shootingAE LOCK – Locking the exposureThis function is suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when

77AE LOCK – Locking the exposureAdvanced shooting53 Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on and press the shutter button halfw

785Advanced shootingMacro mode shootingYou can shoot the subject at close range. (Wide-angle at 20cm/7.9" to 50 cm/19.7", telephoto at 30 cm

7Playback on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

79Advanced shooting5Super macro mode shootingThis mode lets you shoot from as close as 4 cm/1.6" to your subject.In the % mode, normal shooting i

805Advanced shootingSelf-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer s

81Advanced shooting5Remote control shootingShooting is possible using the remote control device (RM-2). This is useful when you want to take a picture

82Remote control shooting5Advanced shootingTIPSThe self-timer remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote contr

83Advanced shooting5Sequential shootingThere are 3 sequential shooting modes: sequential shooting, AF sequential shooting and auto bracketing. Sequent

84Sequential shooting5Advanced shootingAuto bracketing Under some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than b

85Sequential shootingAdvanced shooting53 Select the number of shots. Press ac to select ×3 or ×5, then press e. •Press e repeatedly until the menu dis

865Advanced shootingPANORAMA – Panorama shootingYou can take advantage of panorama shooting with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards (xD-Picture Card). Panora

87PANORAMA – Panorama shootingAdvanced shooting53 Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, then take pictures.• Focus, exposure and white bal

885Advanced shooting2 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one pictures This function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a singl

810 Miscellaneous 151Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . .

892 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one picturesAdvanced shooting5• During 2 IN 1 picture shooting, the panorama and sequential shooting modes are not available.

905Advanced shootingFUNCTION – Adding special effects to picturesThis feature lets you add special effects to your pictures during shooting.OFF Turn o

91Adjusting the image quality and exposure66 Adjusting the image quality and exposureRecord modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures

92Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposureStill Picture Record Modes (with a 16 MB card)∗ HIGH uses low compression/NORMAL uses normal com

93Record modeAdjusting the image quality and exposure6• The card memory capacity listed in the table is approximate.• The number of remaining pictures

94Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposure2 Press ac to select the desired record mode from TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2, then press d.3 Pre

95Adjusting the image quality and exposure6ISO sensitivityThe higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the better its abil

966Adjusting the image quality and exposureExposure compensationThis function allows you to make fine changes to the present exposure setting using th

97Adjusting the image quality and exposure6White balanceColor reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, the

98White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposureAuto white balanceAutomatically adjusts the white balance for any light source.Preset white ba