Olympus SZ-11 User Manual

Instruction ManualDIGITAL CAMERA● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instr

10ENMenu Index1 Shooting mode ...p. 16, 24P (Program Auto)M (iAUTO) (Scene Mode) P (Magic Filter) p (Panorama)W (3D)2 Flash ...

11ENPreparing the CameraPreparing the CameraInserting the battery and card1221Battery/card compartment lockBattery/card compartment coverBattery lock

12ENTo remove the cardTo remove the card12 Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card.Charging the battery with t

13ENWhen to charge the batteriesWhen to charge the batteriesCharge the battery when the error message shown below appears.Monitor top left Error messa

14EN[ib]Operating SystemWindows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) /Windows Vista / Windows 7ProcessorPentium 4 1.3 GHz or better(Pentium D 3.0 GHz or bet

15ENDate, time, time zone, and languageThe date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. You can also choose the

16ENShooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode)In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing cha

17ENShooting movies 1 Press the R button to start recording.00:1200:3400:1200:12RECREC00:3400:34Lights up red when recordingRecording timeContinuous r

18EN[Off] selected for [Digital Zoom]:Image size Zoom bar14MOptical zoom rangeOtherThe magnifi cation ratio changes depending on the image size setting

19ENUsing the fl ashThe fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions.1 Slide the fl ash switch to raise the fl ash.To turn off t

2ENOther accessories not shown: Warranty cardContents may vary depending on purchase location.Checking the contents of the boxorDigital camera Strap L

20EN The display size of the images can be changed. “Index view and close-up view” (p. 22)To play sound recordingsTo play sound recordingsTo play sou

21ENOperations while playback is pausedOperations while playback is pausedDuring pause00:14/00:3400:14/00:34Elapsed time/Total shooting timeCueingUse

22ENTo select an image in index viewTo select an image in index viewUse FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image

23ENUsing the menu guidePressing the E button in the setup menu displays a description of the current item. “Using the Menu” (p. 8)Using the camera g

24ENUsing the best mode for the shooting scene ( mode)1 Set the shooting mode to .14M44Scene ModeScene Mode0.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBMENUMENU2 Press G to g

25EN In  modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. Functions may be limited in some modes.Option Applicat

26ENShooting mode OptionMAGIC FILTER1 Pop Art2 Pin Hole3 Fish Eye4 Drawing*15 Soft Focus6 Punk7 Sparkle8 Watercolor9 Refl ection0 Miniature*1 Two i

27EN3 Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and stop the camera where the pointer and target mark overlap. ● The camera releases the shut

28ENShooting 3D images (W mode)In this mode, 3D images are shot for viewing on 3D-compatible display devices. Images shot in 3D mode cannot be displa

29EN “Using the Menu” (p. 8)Shooting closeups (Macro shooting)This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances.1 Sele

3EN334812911107613142151 Indicator lamp2 ON/OFF button3 Speaker4 Flash switch5 Zoom lever6 Shutter button7 Strap eyelet8 Monitor9 R button (record mo

30ENTo cancel the self-timer after it startsTo cancel the self-timer after it startsPress the  button.Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation

31ENUsing the one touch white balanceUsing the one touch white balance1 Select the white balance option in the function menu.2 Use HI to select [] o

32ENOption DescriptionoOne frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed.j*1The images are taken sequentially while holding down the shutter b

33ENUsing the playback functionsUsing the playback functionsPlaying back panorama imagesPanorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [M

34EN To start a slideshow, press the  button.To stop the slideshow, press the  or A button. 3D images are composed of JPEG fi les and MPO fi les. If

35ENMenus for Shooting FunctionsMenus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . For information on using the

36ENSelecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression]Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression]I (Shoot

37ENBrightening the subject against Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust]backlight [Shadow Adjust]I (Shooting menu 1)  Shadow Adj

38ENShooting at higher magnifi cations than Shooting at higher magnifi cations than optical zoom [Digital Zoom]optical zoom [Digital Zoom]I (Shooting me

39ENViewing the image immediately after Viewing the image immediately after shooting [Rec View]shooting [Rec View]J (Shooting menu 2)  Rec ViewSubmen

4ENMonitorShooting mode displayShooting mode display14M44NORMPP0.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBAUTOISOAUTOISO00:3400:34DATE1 2345678915161718 14 13 12 1011192627202

40ENRecording sound when shooting Recording sound when shooting movies [movies [RR]]A (Movie menu)  RSubmenu 2 ApplicationOff No sound is recorded.On

41ENMenus for Playback, Editing, and Printing FunctionsMenus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are h

42ENUsing the [ib] (PC software) and Using the [ib] (PC software) and importing data back to the cameraimporting data back to the camera Refer to the

43ENRetouching the skin and eyes Retouching the skin and eyes [Beauty Fix][Beauty Fix]q (Playback menu)  Edit  Beauty Fix Depending on the picture,

44EN When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera. Protected images cannot be erased.To individually select

45ENMenus for Other Camera SettingsMenus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in .Copying images in the in

46ENSelecting a method for connecting Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices the camera to other devices [USB Connection][USB C

47ENSelecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings]Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings]s (Settings 2)  Sound Setting

48ENAdjusting the image processing Adjusting the image processing function [Pixel Mapping]function [Pixel Mapping]s (Settings 2)  Pixel Mapping This

49ENTo play back camera images on a TVTo play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable1 Use the camera to select the same video signal sys

5ENPlayback mode displayPlayback mode display ● Standard display1 Battery check ...p. 13, 582 3D image ...p. 333 Print re

50EN For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV ca

51ENSetting the date and time [Setting the date and time [XX]]t (Settings 3)  X “Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 15).To check the date and

52ENPrintingPrintingDirect printing (PictBridge*1)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without u

53ENChanging the printer’s settings for printing [Custom Print]1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 52).2 Press the A button.3 Use FG to selec

54ENTo make the detailed printer settingsTo make the detailed printer settings1 Use FGHI to select the setting, and press the A button.Submenu 5 Subme

55ENPrint Reservations (DPOF*1)In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables ea

56ENResetting the print reservation data for selected images1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 55).2 Use FG to select [<], and press the A butto

57ENUsage TipsUsage TipsIf the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do,

58ENError message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action.Error message Corrective actionCard ErrorCa

59ENShooting tipsWhen you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below.Focusing“Focusing on the subject” ● Ta

6ENCamera SettingsCamera SettingsUsing the Buttons Using the Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the buttons.Zoom lever (p. 18, 22

60ENCamera shake“Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 38)The image pickup device shifts to correct for

61ENPanorama“Taking pictures so that the frames are stitched smoothly” ● A tip for panoramic shootingTaking pictures by pivoting with the camera at th

62ENAppendixAppendixCamera careExterior • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring wel

63ENUsing your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad • The charger and USB-AC adapter can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100

64EN Even if [Memory Format]/[Format], [Erase], [Sel. Image], or [All Erase] is performed, the data in the card is not completely erased. When dispos

65ENNumber of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recor

66ENMoviesMoviesIMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITYContinuous recording lengthInternal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC card (4GB)With sound Without sound With sound Without

67ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONSCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-S

68EN CAUTION • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it. • Never remove the batteries with bare ha

69ENCaution for Usage EnvironmentCaution for Usage Environment • To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the c

7ENOperation guideThe symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to be used by pressing, not turni

70ENLegal and Other NoticesLegal and Other Notices • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefi t expected by usin

71ENFor customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in USADeclaration of ConformityModel Number: SZ-11T

72ENWHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTYExcluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, impli

73ENRepresentations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, whic

74ENProvisions of warranty1 If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care

75ENFor customers in AsiaFor customers in AsiaProvisions of warranty1 lf this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in

76ENTrademarksTrademarks • IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered tradem

77ENSPECIFICATIONSCameraCameraProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in

78ENOperating environmentTemperature :0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) (operation)/-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage)Humidity :30 % to 90 % (o

8ENUsing the MenuUsing the MenuUse the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on

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9EN1 Press the  button. ● The setup menu is displayed.Compression NormalShadow AdjustAutoAF ModeESP/Face/iESPESPDigital Zoom OffImage Size 14MMENUOKS