Olympus SZ-15 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERAInstruction ManualSZ-15/DZ-100● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read

10EN Using 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

11EN3 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the Q button to set.Option DescriptionFlash AutoThe fl ash fi res automatically in low-light or bac

12ENShooting screen displaysF3.0F3.01/1001/1000.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBAUTOISOAUTOISO16MzzPP0:00:340:00:3444NORMDate:3412345678910141819 17 16 11132021222324

13EN Selecting the shooting mode The default settings of the function are highlighted in .Shooting mode Submode P (P mode)–M (M mode) –Q (Q mode)Rec

14ENLearning about the shooting modes P (P mode)The camera will select the appropriate aperture value and shutter speed for the subject. Changes can a

15ENa (Super Macro mode)This enables shooting as close as 3 cm (1 in.) to the subject. The zoom position is locked. ( mode)You can shoot with the be

16EN Viewing images1 Press the q button.Number of frames/Total number of images12:30’13/02/26’13/02/26 12:304/304/30Playback image ● Pictures taken us

17ENTo 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

18EN Playback mode display ● NormalNo. Name Normal Detailed No info.1 Battery check–R–2 Eye-Fi transfer dataRR–3 ProtectRR–4 Adding soundRR–5 Upload o

19EN Erasing images during playback1 Display the image you want to erase and press G ().MENUErase BackEraseCancel4/304/30100-0004100-00042 Press FG

2ENChecking the contents of the boxNames of PartsNames of Parts43127658109111 Strap eyelet2 Connector cover3 HDMI mini connector4 Multi-connector5 Mi

20ENShooting movies 1 Press the R button to start recording.0:00RECREC0:000:00:340:00:340:00:340:00:340:000:00RECRECLights up red when recordingRecord

21ENOperations while playback is pausedOperations while playback is pausedDuring pause0:12/0:340:12/0:34Elapsed time/Total shooting timeCueingUse F to

22EN Menu settingsIn certain shooting modes, some functions cannot be set.Program AutoPP0.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBAUTOISOAUTOISOMENUMENU16M:3467321548Function

23EN Flash Sets the fl ash fi ring method._Flash AutoThe fl ash fi res automatically in low-light or backlight conditions.! RedeyePre-fl ashes are emitted

24EN White balance Sets an appropriate color scheme for the light of the shooting scene.eWB AutoThe camera automatically adjusts the white balance.fSu

25EN Image size Sets the number of recording pixels.4608×3456Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.).43200×2400Suitable for printing pictu

26EN Setup menu Setup menuMENUOnCamera Menu 1OnAF Illuminat.ResetResetCompressionImage StabilizerNormalAF ModeDigital ZoomFace/iESPOffBackESP/ESP62534

27EN Using the setup menuPress the  button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of came

28EN ● The default settings of the function are highlighted in . ● For the operation method, refer to “Using the setup menu” (p. 27).z Camera Menu 1

29EN To focus on a moving subject To focus on a moving subject continuously (AF Tracking)continuously (AF Tracking)1 Hold the camera to align the AF

3EN3281015467912111 Flash switch2 Indicator lamp3 Speaker4 Zoom lever5 Shutter button6 n button7 Monitor8 R button (shooting movies)9 q button (

30EN Using the assist lamp for shooting Using the assist lamp for shooting a dark subject a dark subject zz [AF Illuminat.] [AF Illuminat.]Submenu 2

31ENImprinting the date of recording Imprinting the date of recording zz [Date Stamp] [Date Stamp]Submenu 2 ApplicationOff Do not imprint the date.OnS

32EN A Movie Menu Selecting the image size for movies Selecting the image size for movies AA [Image Size/Frame Rate] [Image Size/Frame Rate]Submenu 1

33ENChanging the image size Changing the image size qq [ [QQ]]This saves a high-resolution image as a separate image with a smaller size for use in e-

34EN3 To save the image, select [OK] on the review screen and press the Q button. To retouch the image additionally, select [Beauty Fix]. ● The retouc

35EN Rotating images Rotating images qq [ [yy]]Submenu 1 Submenu 2Edity1 Use HI to select an image.2 Press the A button to rotate the image.3 If nece

36ENSaving print settings to the image Saving print settings to the image data data qq [Print Order] [Print Order] ● “Print Reservations” (p. 49) ● Pr

37EN Copying images in the internal Copying images in the internal memory to the card memory to the card dd [Backup] [Backup]Submenu 2 ApplicationYes

38ENSaving the mode when the camera Saving the mode when the camera is turned off is turned off dd [Keep [Keep zz Settings] Settings]Submenu 2 Applic

39EN Playing back images on a TV Playing back images on a TV dd [TV Out] [TV Out] The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and

4EN Inserting and removing the battery and card (commercially available)1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 to open the battery/card cover.121Battery/card coverBat

40ENConnect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white).AV cable (sold separately: CB-AVC3)Connect to the HDMI connector on the T

41EN Saving battery power between Saving battery power between shots shots dd [Power Save] [Power Save]Submenu 2 ApplicationOff Cancels [Power Save].

42EN d Settings Menu 3 Registering the settings for Beauty Registering the settings for Beauty Fix Fix dd [Beauty Settings] [Beauty Settings] ● Depen

43EN Connecting with a computerWhen [USB Connection] is set to [Auto], connect the camera and the computer, select [Storage] or [MTP] at the screen fo

44EN Installing the PC software and registering userWindowsWindows1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.Windows XP ● A “Setup” dialog will be di

45EN4 Install the camera manual. ● Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button and follow the on-screen instructions.MacintoshMacintosh1 Insert the

46ENDirect printing (PictBridge)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer.To

47ENChanging the printer’s settings for printing [Custom Print]1 Display the image to be printed on the monitor. ● “Viewing images” (p. 16)2 Turn on

48EN7 Use HI to select an image.8 Press F to make a print reservation for the current image. Press G to make the detailed printer settings for the cur

49EN11 Use FG to select [Print], and press the A button. ● Printing starts. ● When [Option Set] is selected in [All Print] mode, [Print Info] screen

5EN 4 Follow Steps 1 and 2 to close the battery/card cover.121 When using the camera, be sure to close and lock the battery/card cover. Charging the

50EN3 Use FG to select [<], and press the A button.04/304/30Print OrderPrintOKNORM100-0004‘13/02/26 12:30NORM100-00044608×34564608×3456‘13/02/26 12

51ENResetting the print reservation data for selected images1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 49).2 Use FG to select [<], and press the A butto

52ENUsage 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, refer to t

53ENDate and time functionDate and time function“Date and time settings return to the default setting”. ● If the batteries are removed and left out of

54ENError message Corrective actionNo PictureInternal memory/Card problemTake pictures before viewing them.Picture ErrorProblem with selected imageUse

55ENShooting tipsWhen you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing“Focusing on the subject” ● T

56ENCamera shake“Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 29)The image pickup device*1 shifts to correct f

57ENColor hue“Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear” ● Taking pictures by selecting white balance (p. 24)Best results in most e

58EN List of settings available in each shooting modeFor details on , refer to “List of  settings” (p. 59).For details on shaded areas, refer to “Li

59EN List of  settingsBFGMCNWRSZoomRRRRRRR–RFlash*1––*1 *1 *1–*1–Self-timerRRRRRRRRRExposure compensation–––––––––White balance – – – – – ––––ISO sen

6ENWhen to charge the batteriesWhen to charge the batteriesCharge the battery when the error message shown below appears.Battery EmptyError messageFla

60ENXVdqZoomRRRRRFlash–*1–*1–Self-timerRRRRRExposure compensation–––––White balance – – – – –ISO sensitivity – – – – –Drive – – – – –Image SizeRRRRRA

61EN List of P settingsPop Art Pin Hole Fish Eye Soft Focus Punk SparkleExposure compensationRR–RRRWhite balanceRR–R–RImage SizeRRRRR*1Watercolor Refl

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

63EN Using the cardCards compatible with this cameraCards compatible with this cameraSD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (commercially available) (for compatibil

64EN Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length

65EN Movies MoviesImage Size Frame RateContinuous recording lengthInternal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC card (4 GB)With sound Without sound With sound Without

66ENTrademarksTrademarks • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc. • SDXC L

67ENSPECIFICATIONSCameraCameraProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in

68ENLithium ion battery (LI-50B)Lithium ion battery (LI-50B)Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable batteryModel No. : LI-50BA/LI-50BBStandard voltage

69ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONSCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-S

7EN Turning on the camera and making the initial settingsWhen you turn on the camera for the fi rst time, a screen appears enabling to set the language

70EN • Keep young children, infants, and animals such as pets away from the camera. • Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young childr

71EN • The camera may malfunction if it is used in a location where it is subject to a magnetic/electromagnetic fi eld, radio waves, or high voltage, s

72EN • Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning. • The Olympus lithium ion battery is

73ENWarningWarningUnauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility f

74ENThe customer is liable and shall pay for shipment of the Products to the Olympus Service Center.Olympus shall not be obligated to perform preventi

75ENRepresentations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, whic

76ENProvisions of warranty1 If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care

77ENFor customers in AsiaFor customers in AsiaProvisions of warranty1 lf this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in

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8ENLearning how to use the camera ● Press the n button to turn on the camera and enter the standby mode. (Press the n button again to turn off the cam

9EN Shooting still images1 Press the n button to turn on the camera.2 Select the shooting mode. (p. 13)3 Hold the camera and compose the shot. Whe