Olympus C-8080 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERAC-8080 Wide ZoomREFERENCE MANUAL<Click Here>Explanation of digital camera functions and operating instructions.Explanation of how

9Names of partsCameraLensAF illuminator gP.78Self-timer/Remote control lampgP.89, 90Microphone gP.100, 137Shutter button gP.50AF sensorA/V OUT jack (M

995Advanced shootingFRAME ASSIST – Displaying vertical and horizontal lines to aid compositionThis setting displays a vertical and horizontal lines on

1005Advanced shootingRecording sound with still picturesThis function lets you record sound when taking a still picture. Recording starts about 0.5 se

1015Advanced shootingRecording sound with moviesSound can be recorded while shooting a movie.1 In the top menu, press a to select R (movie).2 Press ac

1026Adjusting the image quality and exposure6 Adjusting the image quality and exposureRecord modeYou can select a record mode in which to take picture

103Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposureSpecial image modeRAW DataAs its name suggests, RAW data is unprocessed image data in its origi

104Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposure(Record modes and the number of storable still picturesThe number of storable still pictures ca

105Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposure•The number of storable still pictures that can be taken may change according to the subject or

106Record mode6Adjusting the image quality and exposure(JPEG duplicate settingPictures taken in the RAW data format can be stored in JPEG format at th

1076Adjusting the image quality and exposureISO – Set-up appropriate sensitivityThe higher the ISO settings, the greater the camera’s light sensitivit

1086Adjusting the image quality and exposureExposure compensationIn some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets

10Names of partsBattery compartment cover gP.18Battery compartment lock gP.18Power switch gP.25Mode dial gP.25, 46Zoom lever (WG/TU) gP.57, 124, 125Cu

1096Adjusting the image quality and exposureWhite balanceColor reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, th

110White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposurePreset1 white balanceSelect a white balance setting according to the type of light when shoot

111White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposureCustom white balanceStoring the white balance and white balance compensation settings lets yo

112White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposure• When setting the white balance by pointing the camera at a sheet of white paper, the correc

113White balance6Adjusting the image quality and exposureSaving a custom white balanceYou can save the current white balance setting and white balance

1146Adjusting the image quality and exposureSHARPNESSThis function adjusts the sharpness of the image.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  PICTURE 

1156Adjusting the image quality and exposureCONTRASTThis function adjusts the contrast of the image. For example, you can make images with marked diff

1166Adjusting the image quality and exposureHUEThis function adjusts the tint of the whole picture. The hue can be adjusted between +5 and –5.1 In the

1176Adjusting the image quality and exposureSATURATIONThis function adjusts the color depth.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  PICTURE  SATURATION

1186Adjusting the image quality and exposureNOISE REDUCTIONThis function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting nigh

11Names of partsViewfinder and monitor indications(Shooting modeItem Indication Ref. page1 Shooting mode P, A, S, M, s, N, m, L, J, I P. 4 62 Shutter

1196Adjusting the image quality and exposureHistogram – Displaying the luminance distribution of still picturesDuring still picture shooting, you can

120Histogram – Displaying the luminance distribution of still pictures6Adjusting the image quality and exposure1 Press e while holding down F.2 Press

1217Playback7 PlaybackViewing still pictures1 Set the mode dial to q (playback mode) and turn the camera on.g“Turning the power on/off” (P.25)• The la

122Viewing still pictures7PlaybackQUICK VIEWThis function lets you play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when yo

123Viewing still pictures7PlaybackPicture rotationPictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you tu

1247PlaybackClose-up playbackPictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged 2, 3, 4 or 5 times.1 Select the still picture you want to enlarge.• You

1257PlaybackIndex 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.

126Index display7PlaybackSelecting the number of picturesThis function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4, 9 and 16.1 I

1277PlaybackSlideshowThis function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of a movie is played back.1 Sele

1287PlaybackViewing moviesThis function lets you play back movies. You can fast forward the movie, play it back one frame at a time or save selected f

12Names of parts10 Flash mode!, #, $, #SLOW1, HSLOW1, #SLOW2P. 5 911 Flash intensity control w –2.0 to +2.0 P.6412 Sequential shooting mode o, i, j, k

129Viewing movies7Playback5 Press e.• The MOVIE PLAYBACK menu is displayed.PLAYBACK Plays back the entire movie again.FRAME BY FRAME Plays back the m

130Editing movies7Playback• The still picture created in CAPTURE is SQ2 (640 × 480 pixels). This picture may be grainier than still pictures of the sa

131Editing movies7PlaybackCreating an index3 Press ac to select INDEX, then press e.4 Select the first frame of the index with the arrow pad and press

132Editing movies7Playback• The interval between the frames that are automatically picked out varies depending on the length of the movie.• An index c

133Editing movies7Playback8 Press ac to select OK, then press e.• If you want to select different frames, select RESET and press e and repeat the proc

1347PlaybackPlayback on TVUse the AV cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. Both still pictures and movies can be pla

1357PlaybackINFO – Displaying shooting informationThis function lets you display shooting information or a histogram in the single-frame playback mode

1367PlaybackDisplaying guidelinesThis function lets you display guidelines on the monitor during single-frame playback.1 In the top menu, press b.• Th

1377PlaybackRecording soundSound can be added to a still picture that you have already taken. (This is known as “after-recording”.) You can also re-re

1387PlaybackEditing still picturesThis function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are poss

13Names of parts(Playback modeINFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the screen. Screens with the information display se

139Editing still pictures7Playback• Resizing is not possible in the following cases.Movies, pictures that have been edited on a PC, or when there is i

140Editing still pictures7Playback• Trimming is not possible in the following cases.Movies, or when there is insufficient memory space on the card.• I

1417PlaybackCopying picturesThis function lets you copy pictures to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be sele

142Protecting pictures7Playback• Pictures cannot be copied to the same card.• Files with a volume of 57 MB or over (movies of over approximately 64 se

1437PlaybackErasing picturesThis function lets you erase recorded pictures. Single-frame erase erases only the picture displayed on the monitor and al

144Erasing pictures7PlaybackAll-frame eraseThis function erases all the pictures on the card.1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  CARD  CARD SETUP,

1458Customizing the camera8 Customizing the camera ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settingsThis function lets you keep the current camera settings whe

146ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings8Customizing the camera(Functions that All Reset affectsFunctionFactory default settingRef. pageFunctionFac

1478Customizing the cameraREC VIEW – Checking the picture immediately after shootingYou can display the picture you have just taken on the monitor whi

1488Customizing the cameraSetting the button operation soundYou can choose from 2 different sounds for button operations. You can also set the volume

14Names of parts(Memory gaugeThe memory gauge lights up when you take a still picture. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture on th

1498Customizing the cameraSHUTTER SOUND – Setting the shutter soundYou can select from 2 kinds of sounds for the shutter button. You can also set the

1508Customizing the cameraDIAL – Changing the function of the control dialYou can change the function of the control dial and arrow pad in the shootin

151DIAL – Changing the function of the control dial8Customizing the camera(Control dial and arrow pad functions by shooting modeShooting mode∗Function

152DIAL – Changing the function of the control dial8Customizing the cameraAnother CUSTOM 3 functionWhen CUSTOM 3 is selected, functions that were set

1538Customizing the cameraEV STEP – Setting exposure adjustment incrementsYou can set adjustment of the exposure compensation and flash intensity in 1

1548Customizing the cameraCustom buttonYou can set frequently used functions on the custom button. This makes it easy to jump to the SETUP screen with

155Custom button8Customizing the cameraSetting the custom button1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  E  CUSTOM BUTTON, and press d.Or in C mode, sel

156Custom button8Customizing the cameraUsing the custom button1 Press z.• The function currently set to the custom button is displayed.2 Turn the cont

1578Customizing the cameraSHORT CUTYou can set three shortcut menus (A, B, C) in the top menu in a still picture shooting mode (P/A/S/M/r/m/l/j/i).Thi

158SHORT CUT8Customizing the cameraSetting the shortcut menuYou can set the three shortcut menus designated by A, B and C on the diagram shown right.1

15How to use this manualThis sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.(Indications used in this manua

159SHORT CUT8Customizing the cameraUsing the shortcut menuWhen you have set a shortcut menu, you can use it to jump to the setting screen for that fun

1608Customizing the cameraMY MODE SETUP – Setting a function in My ModeYou can set shooting-related functions in MY MODE. You can also save the curren

161MY MODE SETUP – Setting a function in My Mode8Customizing the camera1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  E  MY MODE SETUP, and press d.Or in C mo

162MY MODE SETUP – Setting a function in My Mode8Customizing the camera(When selecting RESET in Step 24 Press ac to select ALL RESET, then press e.• T

1638Customizing the cameraCONTROL PANEL – Using the monitor as a control panelThis option lets you display the each setting on the monitor in the shoo

164CONTROL PANEL – Using the monitor as a control panel8Customizing the camera(Control panel screen1 Battery check2 Shooting mode3 Shutter speed4 Aper

1658Customizing the cameraVOLUME – Adjusting the playback volumeYou can adjust the volume of the sound when playing back a still picture or movie. The

1669Camera Settings9 Camera SettingsFormatting cardsThis function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-

1679Camera SettingsSelecting a language for on-screen displayThis function lets you select a language for on-screen display. This reference manual sho

1689Camera SettingsSetting the date and timeThe date/time is saved with recorded pictures and file names are assigned based on the date/time settings.

161Getting started1 Getting startedAttaching the strap1 Pass the lens cap string through the hole in the lens cap, then pass the other end through the

1699Camera SettingsSetting the warning toneYou can select the volume of the beep sound used for warnings from OFF, LOW, or HIGH. You can turn the soun

1709Camera SettingsFILE NAME – Assigning a file nameThe camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be stored in. Files can

1719Camera SettingsBATTERY SAVE – Reducing battery consumptionThis function reduces battery consumption by restricting the following camera operations

1729Camera SettingsPIXEL MAPPING – Checking the image processing functionsThe Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and

1739Camera SettingsAdjusting the brightness of the monitor and viewfinderThis function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor and viewfinder.Th

1749Camera SettingsVIDEO OUT – Setting the video signal typeYou can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. Select the video sign

1759Camera SettingsUSB setup – Setting the connection destinationBefore connecting the USB cable, set the camera to either PC or printer, whichever yo

17610Print setting (DPOF)10 Print setting (DPOF)How to print picturesPrint reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and date

177How to print pictures10Print setting (DPOF)TIPS Picture size and printingThe resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of d

17810Print setting (DPOF)All-frame reservationUse this feature to print all the pictures stored on the card. Select the desired number of prints and w

171Getting startedCharging the batteryThis camera uses one BLM-1 lithium ion battery. Other batteries cannot be used.The battery is not fully charged

179All-frame reservation10Print setting (DPOF)(Set the number of printsPress ac to set the desired number of prints, then press e.a : Increases the nu

18010Print setting (DPOF)Single-frame reservationUse this feature to print only selected pictures. Display the picture to be printed and select the de

181Single-frame reservation10Print setting (DPOF)6Press ac to select <× (number of prints), X (date/time) or P (trimming), then press d.7 Perform e

18210Print setting (DPOF)TrimmingThis function enables you to crop part of a recorded picture and print out the enlarged section only.1 Press ac on th

183Trimming10Print setting (DPOF)6 Press b to select END.•The < PRINT ORDER screen appears.•Press b again to display the < PRINT ORDER SETTING s

18410Print setting (DPOF)Resetting print reservation dataThis function allows you to reset the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card.

185Resetting print reservation data10Print setting (DPOF)(To reset the print reservation data for a selected picture1 Press <.2 Press ac to select

18611Direct printing (PictBridge)11 Direct printing (PictBridge)Using the direct printing functionBy connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible

18711Direct printing (PictBridge)Connecting the camera to a printerUse the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer

18811Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing picturesWhen the camera is connected correctly to a PictBridge-compatible printer, the PRINT MODE SELECT scr

181Getting startedLoading the batteryThis camera uses one BLM-1 lithium ion battery.1 Make sure the camera is turned off.• The monitor is off.• The vi

189Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)Easy printingThe method described below is the easiest way to print out pictures. The selected pictu

190Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)PRINT/MULTI PRINT1 In the PRINT MODE SELECT screen, press ac to select PRINT or MULTI PRINT, then pr

191Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)6 Select the print reservation method.SINGLE PRINT Makes a single-frame print reservation for the se

192Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge) When you have finished all the settings for MORE, press e.• The screen displayed in Step 5 appears

193Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)ALL PRINT1 In the PRINT MODE SELECT screen, press ac to select ALL PRINT, then press e.• The PRINT P

194Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)5 Press e.• The PRINT screen is displayed.6 Print the pictures.•Press ac to select OK or CANCEL, the

195Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)ALL INDEX mode/PRINT ORDER mode1 In the PRINT MODE SELECT screen, press ac to select ALL INDEX or PR

196Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)(To cancel printingPressing e during print data transfer displays the screen for selecting whether t

197Printing pictures11Direct printing (PictBridge)Trim the pictureTo set trimming by MORE in PRINT or MULTI PRINT mode, follow the procedure below.1 U

19811Direct printing (PictBridge)Exiting direct printingWhen you have finished printing, disconnect the camera from the printer.1 In the PRINT MODE SE

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19Loading the battery1Getting startedOther ways to power the camera(AC adapterThe optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter allows you to power your d

19911Direct printing (PictBridge)If an error code is displayedIf an error code appears on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing

200MiscellaneousError codesMonitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionNO CARDThe card is not inserted,or it cannot be recognized.Insert a card

201Troubleshooting(Preparatory operationsPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond.The

202TroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe monitor does not turn on.The viewfinder is turned on.Press f to turn the monitor on. P

203TroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe monitor goes off.The camera is in the sleep mode.Operate the camera (press the shutter

204Troubleshooting(PlaybackPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe picture is out of focus. A subject unsuited to AF was takenUse manual focus o

205TroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe picture is too dark.The flash was blocked by your finger.Hold the camera correctly, ke

206TroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageHalation produces unnatural colors in the picture.This may be caused by excessively bright

207Troubleshooting(Connection to a PC or PrinterPossible cause Corrective action Ref. pageThe camera is not recognized by the PC.The USB driver is not

208List of menusThe shooting mode menus and playback menus for still pictures and movies are shown below.(P, A, S, M, r, m, l, j, i modeTop menu Tab

20Loading the battery1Getting startedTIPS How to use the charger in another country→ To use the charger in another country, equip the charger with an

209List of menusPICTURE WB AUTO >, SET P.109, 112, 113PRESET 1 PRESET 1, >, SET P.110, 112, 113PRESET 2 PRESET 2, >, SET P.110, 112, 113CUSTO

210List of menus*1 Cannot be selected in m mode.*2 Cannot be selected in m l j i mode.*3 Can be selected only in r mode.*4 Cannot be selected in r mod

211List of menus(n modeTop menu Tab  Function  Sub-menu  Setting Ref. pageMODE MENU CAMERA AF/&/MF FOCUS MODE AF, &, % P. 79, 87FULLTIME

212List of menus(Playback mode (still pictures)Top menu Tab  Function  Sub-menu  Setting Ref. pageMODE MENU EDIT RAW DATA EDIT KTIFF, SHQ, HQ, S

213List of menus(Playback mode (movies)Top menu Tab  Function  Sub-menu  Setting Ref. pageMODE MENU CARD CARD SETUP ALL ERASE,FORMATP.144, 166EA

214List of menus(C modeTop menu Tab  Function  Sub-menu  Setting Ref. pageEALL RESET OFF, ON P.145REC VIEW OFF, AUTO, 3 SEC, 5 SEC, 10 SECP.14 7

215List of factory default settingsThe menu functions are set to the following default settings at the time of purchase.Shooting modePlayback modeFNo.

216List of factory default settingsSETUP* Setting differ according to the region where the camera is sold.ALL RESET ONWENGLISHREC VIEW ON X Y-M-D 2004

217List of items by shooting modeIn r mode, available functions vary depending on the modes set in the MY MODE SETUP menu.ModePASMm l j i nFunctionZoo

218List of items by shooting mode: Available — : Not available*1 Cannot be selected in m mode*2 Cannot be selected in r modeISO F  — WB > CUS

211Getting startedInserting a card“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card, CompactFlash and Microdrive. The camera uses the card to record

219Camera maintenance(After useTurn off the camera, detach the lens hood, and then fit the lens cap on the lens.If you do not intend to use the camera

220Camera maintenanceHow to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device1 Turn the screw on the bottom of the remote control device count

221SpecificationsProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill picture : Digital recording, TIFF (non-compression),

222SpecificationsLens filterA lens filter can be fitted to the lens. For more information, please refer to our web site. Autofocus : Dual autofocusCon

223Glossary of termsA (Aperture Priority) ModeYou set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so that the picture

224Glossary of termsEclipsing (Vignetting)This refers to when an object obscures part of the field of view so that the whole subject is not photograph

225Glossary of termsResolutionThe size of an image expressed by the number of pixels that make up the image. For instance, a picture taken in 640 × 48

226Index1st curtain # SLOW1 . . . . . . . . . 611st curtain with red-eye reduction H SLOW1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 622nd curtain# SLOW2 . . . .

227IndexDirect printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186DPOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 ,223EEditing a movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

228IndexManual focus MF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Manual shooting M . . . . . . . . 48, 72Measurement Unit m/ft (meters/feet) . . . . . . . . . .

22Inserting a card1Getting started1 Make sure the camera is turned off.• The monitor is off.• The viewfinder is off. • The lens is retracted.2 Open th

229IndexRemote control receiver . . . . . . 9, 90Resizing Q. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 225Rotation b

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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

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

23Inserting a card1Getting startedCompactFlash/Microdrive• Set the eject button in the upright position.• Press the eject button gently all the way in

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

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

24Inserting a card1Getting started(Precautions for using MicrodriveThe following restrictions apply when using Microdrive. Read the instructions provi

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

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

251Getting startedTurning the power on/off1 Press the catch on the lens cap in the direction of the arrow and remove the lens cap.2 Turn the mode dial

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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26Turning the power on/off1Getting startedThe viewfinder or monitor turned off•To reduce battery consumption, the lens retracts to the widest position

271Getting startedAdjusting the viewfinderYou can adjust the viewfinder to match your eyesight (visual acuity).1 With the viewfinder off, press f to t

281Getting startedHolding the cameraHold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving.

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

292Using the buttons and menus2 Using the buttons and menusDirect buttons and menusThis camera is equipped with direct buttons for quick operation and

30Direct buttons and menus2Using the buttons and menusEx 2: To select a flash modeTIPS Flash intensity control can be adjusted directly by turning the

312Using the buttons and menusDirect buttonsThe direct buttons have different functions in the shooting mode and in the playback mode. Turning the con

32Direct buttons2Using the buttons and menusTIPS Further options may be available depending on the option you selected. If the operation guide is disp

33Direct buttons2Using the buttons and menusFunctions that can be set using the direct buttons(Shooting mode F (exposure compensation) button gP. 1

34Direct buttons2Using the buttons and menus+Press at thesame time w (flash intensity control) buttons gP.6 4Adjusts the amount of light emitted by

35Direct buttons2Using the buttons and menus WB (white balance) button gP. 1 0 9Selects a white balance setting from AUTO, PRESET 1, PRESET 2, CUSTOM

36Direct buttons2Using the buttons and menus(Playback mode0 (protect) button gP. 1 4 2Protects important pictures from accidental erasure.INFO (info

372Using the buttons and menusUsing the menusThere are two types of menu: the top menu which is the first screen that appears on the monitor when you

382Using the buttons and menusMenu basicsThis section explains how the menus work, using the P mode screens. Setting the mode dial to C displays the s

3Composition of the manual1234567891011Getting startedUsing the buttons and menusShooting basicsFlashAdvanced shootingAdjusting the image quality and

39Menu basics2Using the buttons and menus• Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed.• You can ta

402Using the buttons and menusShortcut menus(Shooting modeTIPS The functions registered in the shortcut menus can also be accessed from the MODE MENU.

41Shortcut menus2Using the buttons and menus(Playback mode (q)Runs through all saved pictures one after another.P.127MOVIE PLAYBACK Plays back movies.

422Using the buttons and menusMode menusThe MODE MENU functions are divided into tabs. Press ac to select a tab and display the associated menu items.

43Mode menus2Using the buttons and menusPICTURE tabWBSets the appropriate white balance according to the light source. Also adjusts and saves the whit

44Mode menus2Using the buttons and menus(Playback mode (q)EDIT tab *RAW DATA EDITSets the image quality, white balance, etc. of pictures taken in RAW

45Mode menus2Using the buttons and menus(C modeE tabALL RESETSelects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.P.145REC

463Shooting basics3 Shooting basicsShooting modeThe shooting mode includes modes where the optimal settings for the situation are automatically select

47Shooting mode3Shooting basicsA Aperture priority shootingAllows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. B

48Shooting mode3Shooting basicsM Manual shootingAllows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. To check the exposure, refer to the exposur

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

49Shooting mode3Shooting basicsSituation-related modesm Night Scene shootingSuitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets

503Shooting basicsTaking still picturesYou can take still pictures using either the viewfinder or the monitor.1 Set the mode dial to P A S M r m l j o

51Taking still pictures3Shooting basics(Canceling recording to the cardYou can cancel recording to the card while the picture you have taken is being

52Taking still pictures3Shooting basicsTo check the picture you have just taken immediately.→ Set REC VIEW to ON. g“REC VIEW – Checking the picture im

533Shooting basicsIf correct focus cannot be obtainedWhen the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the frame and you cannot position t

54If correct focus cannot be obtained3Shooting basicsSubjects that are difficult to auto focus onUnder certain types of conditions, the auto focus may

553Shooting basicsRecording moviesYou can also record movies with this camera. Sound is recorded at the same time. The focus and zoom are locked. If t

56Recording movies3Shooting basicsTIPS To keep your subject in focus all the time while shooting.The auto focus does not operate during recording when

573Shooting basicsZoomTelephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 5× magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 28 mm to 140 mm on a 3

58Zoom3Shooting basicsUsing the digital zoom1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU  CAMERA  DIGITAL ZOOM  ON, and press e.g“Menu basics” (P.38)• If DI

5ContentsUsing the optical zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Using the digital zoom . . . . . . . . . .

594Flash4 FlashFlash shootingSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amo

60Flash shooting4FlashTIPS The # (flash charging) indication blinks.→ The flash is charging. Wait until # goes off.Shutter speed when using the flash

61Flash shooting4Flash(Fill-in flash (#)The flash fires regardless of the available light. This mode is useful for eliminating shadows on the subject’

62Flash shooting4Flash2nd curtain (rear curtain) #SLOW2The 2nd curtain fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create inte

634FlashUsing the slow synchronization flash1 Press e while holding down #.2 Press ac to select #SLOW, then press d.3 Press ac to select #SLOW1, HSLOW

644FlashFlash intensity controlYou can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash.In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the

654FlashExternal flash (optional)Using an Olympus external flashVarious types of flash shooting are possible with the Olympus FL series external flash

66External flash (optional)4Flash2 Press e while holding down #.3 Press ac to select Q FLASH, then press d.g“Menu basics” (P.38)To use the external fl

67External flash (optional)4FlashUsing a commercially available external flashProvided that the flash can be connected to the hot shoe, a commercially

68External flash (optional)4FlashCompatible external flashesWhen selecting an external flash, use products which meet the following basic conditions.(

6ContentsShooting in black & white or sepia-tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98FRAME ASSIST – Displaying vertical and ho

69External flash (optional)4FlashUsing the slave flash modeThis setting is for when using a commercially available slave flash that is synchronized wi

705Advanced shooting5 Advanced shootingAperture priority shooting1 Turn the control dial to set the aperture value.• You can change the adjustment ran

715Advanced shootingShutter priority shooting1 Turn the control dial to set the shutter speed.• You can change the adjustment range for the shutter sp

725Advanced shootingManual shooting1 Set the aperture by turning the control dial while holding down F.•You can change the adjustment range for the ap

735Advanced shootingUsing My ModeWhen you use r mode, the settings you selected with the menus in My Mode are activated.Saving the shooting mode or fu

745Advanced shootingFocusing applicationsAF MODE - Changing the focus rangeThis function allows you to select the focus range of your subject.iESP Eve

75Focusing applications5Advanced shootingFULLTIME AF - A reliable time-saving way to focusFocusing is performed repeatedly without having to press the

76Focusing applications5Advanced shootingP-AF – Changing the auto focus modeFor auto focusing, this camera is equipped with a contrast detection syste

77Focusing applications5Advanced shootingChanging the position of the AF target markThis function lets you select the area you want to focus on by cha

78Focusing applications5Advanced shootingAF illuminatorThe AF illuminator allows the auto focus to focus on dark subjects. When the shutter button is

7ContentsDisplaying guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Recording sound . . . . . . . . . . . . .

79Focusing applications5Advanced shootingManual focusIf auto focus is unable to focus on a subject, use manual focus.1 Turn the control dial while hol

80Focusing applications5Advanced shootingTIPS How to shoot while keeping the same focus distance→ Decide the focus in Step 2, then press e. The focus

815Advanced shootingMeteringThere are four ways of measuring the brightness of a subject. Select the way best suited to your purpose.Digital ESP meter

82Metering5Advanced shootingChanging the position of the metering target markWhen the metering mode is set to SPOT, you can select the metering area b

83Metering5Advanced shootingMulti-metering – Metering the exposure at more than one point MULTI1 Turn the control dial while holding down 4 and select

84Metering5Advanced shootingTIPS To save the locked multi-metering exposure after shooting (AE memory)→ After metering in Step 2, hold down the AEL bu

855Advanced shootingAE Lock - Locking the exposureThis function is suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when

86AE Lock - Locking the exposure5Advanced shootingTIPS To save the locked multi-metering exposure after shooting (AE memory)→ After setting AE lock in

875Advanced shootingMacro mode shootingFocusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (20 cm to 80 cm (0.7 ft. to 2.6 ft.)). However, in the

885Advanced shootingSuper macro shootingIn super macro mode, pictures can be taken as close as 5cm (2.0") from the subject. Subjects measuring up

8Contents10 Print setting (DPOF) 176How to print pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176All-frame res

895Advanced shootingSelf-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer s

905Advanced shootingRemote control shootingShooting is possible using the remote control device provided with the camera. This is useful when you want

91Remote control shooting5Advanced shootingTIPS The self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote cont

925Advanced shootingSequential shootingThere are 4 sequential shooting modes: high speed sequential shooting, sequential shooting, AF sequential shoot

93Sequential shooting5Advanced shootingAuto bracketingUnder some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than by

94Sequential shooting5Advanced shooting• Sequential shooting (i, j, k, 7) is not possible in the following situations:• When the record mode is set to

955Advanced shootingPanorama shootingYou can take advantage of PANORAMA shooting with the Olympus xD-Picture Card. PANORAMA shooting lets you connect

96Panorama shooting5Advanced shooting• When you have taken 10 pictures, a warning mark appears.4 Press e to exit PANORAMA shooting.• The frame on the

975Advanced shootingGuideline shootingThis function displays a silhouette of guideline on the monitor to help you compose your pictures. Select the ty

985Advanced shootingShooting in black & white or sepia-toneThis setting lets you add special effects to pictures.1 In the top menu, select MODE ME