Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product OM-D E-M1 Olympus
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T able of Contents Quick task index 1. Preparing the camera and flow of operations 2. Shooting using the viewfinder 3. Shooting using live view 4. Viewing photographs and movies 5. Basic operations 6. Using shooting options 7. Menu functions 8. Printing pictures 9.
2 EN This notice concerns the supplied fl ash unit and is chie fl y directed to users in North America. Information for Y our Safety IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read and understand all instructions before using.
3 EN T able of Contents Quick task index 7 Unpack the box contents ............. 9 Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 10 Names of parts ........................... 10 Charging and inserting the battery ......................................
4 EN T able of Contents Choosing aperture and shutter speed ( M manual mode) ....... 41 Using movie mode ( n ) ............ 42 Adding effects to a movie [Movie Effect] ......................... 42 Using art fi lters.......................... 44 Shooting in scene mode .
5 EN T able of Contents Keystone correction and perspective control (Keystone Comp.) ................. 86 HDR photography ..................... 87 Using the playback menu .......... 88 Displaying images rotated ( R ) ..................................
6 EN T able of Contents Using the camera wireless LAN function ..................................... 123 Things you can do with OI.Share ..................................... 125 Battery , battery charger , and card 126 Battery and charger ...........
7 EN Quick task index Shooting g T aking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO ( A ) 18 Easy photography with special effects Art fi lter ( ART )4 4 Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 71 Quickly .
8 EN Quick task index T aking pictures without white subjects appearing too white or black subjects appearing too dark Gradation (Picture Mode) 80 Histogram/ Exposure compensation 37/51 Highlight&.
9 EN Unpack the box contents Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera.
10 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 1 Names of parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d n m e f h i g k l j 1 Mode dial lock .................................P . 18 2 Rear dial* ( o ) ....................... P . 23, 38 – 41, 58, 60, 1 10 3 Fn2 button .
11 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 1 7 5 4 8 0 9 a f b c e d g h 6 3 2 i j k l m n 1 Accessory port .............................. P . 1 12 2 Diopter adjustment dial ...................P . 20 3 u ( LV ) button ......................
12 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Charging and inserting the battery 1 Charging the battery . Charging indicator Charging in progress Lights orange Charging complete Off Charging e.
13 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Inserting and removing cards 1 Loading the card. • Open the card slot cover . • Slide the card in until it is locked into place. g “Usable cards” (P . 127) y Cautions • T urn off the camera before loading or removing the card.
14 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Attach a lens to the camera. 1 2 Rear cap 2 1 3 • Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body .
15 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Attaching the fl ash unit 1 Remove the terminal cover from the fl ash unit and attach the fl ash to the camera. • Slide the fl ash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and is securely in place.
16 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Power on 1 Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • T o turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position.
17 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The fi le name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera.
18 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Setting the shooting mode Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode. A A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners.
19 EN Preparing the camera and fl ow of operations 1 Selecting a shooting method With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the view fi nder and shooting using live view with the monitor . Press the u button to switch between shooting methods.
20 EN Shooting using the view fi nder 2 2 Shooting Each time you press the u button, you can switch between shooting with the view fi nder and shooting with live view . When shooting with the view fi nder , the super control panel will be displayed on the monitor .
21 EN Shooting using the view fi nder 2 2 Lightly press the shutter button down to the fi rst position. (Press halfway .) • The AF con fi rmation mark ( ( ) will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location.
22 EN Shooting using the view fi nder 2 Recording movies Y ou can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A . 2 Press the R button to begin recording. • The image being shot is displayed on the monitor .
23 EN Shooting using the view fi nder 2 Setting shooting functions Using the Multi-function button When framing pictures in the view fi nder , you can adjust settings quickly using the multi-function button. At default settings, the Fn2 button is assigned the role of the multi-function button.
24 EN Shooting using the view fi nder 2 Using the super control panel When shooting using the view fi nder , the super control panel will be displayed on the monitor . Set your main shooting functions using the super control panel. Super control panel display 250 250 F5.
25 EN Shooting using live view 3 3 Shooting Y ou can switch between shooting using the view fi nder and shooting using live view by pressing the u button.
26 EN Shooting using live view 3 Recording movies Y ou can record movies in all shooting modes except J (PHOTO STORY). First, try recording in full auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to A . 2 Press the R button to begin recording. • Y ou can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording (P .
27 EN Shooting using live view 3 Using the touch screen When shooting using live view , touch panel functions can be used. Selecting a focusing method Y ou can focus and shoot by tapping the monitor. Ta p T to cycle through touch screen settings. 250 250 F5.
28 EN Shooting using live view 3 Setting shooting functions Using live guides Live guides are available in iAUTO ( A ) mode. While iAUT O is a full auto mode, live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. 1 Set the mode dial to A .
29 EN Shooting using live view 3 y Cautions • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] can not be used together . • If [RA W] is currently selected for image quality , image quality will automatically be set to [ Y N+RA W]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RA W copy .
30 EN Shooting using live view 3 Using live control When shooting using live view , live control can be used to set functions in P , A , S , M , n , and J modes. Using live control allows you to preview the effects of dif ferent settings in the monitor .
31 EN Viewing photographs and movies 4 4 Viewing photographs and movies 1 Press the q button. • Y our most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial or arrow pad. HI Front dial Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame q button 2013.
32 EN Viewing photographs and movies 4 Viewing still images Close-up playback In single-frame playback, turn the rear dial to a to zoom in. T urn to G to return to single- frame playback. 2 x 2013.10.01 12:30 20 100-0020 L N Rear dial W atching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the playback menu.
33 EN Viewing photographs and movies 4 Erasing images Display an image you want to delete and press the button. Select [Y es] and press the Q button. The behavior of the button can be altered so that no con fi rmation is displayed. g [Quick Erase] (P .
34 EN Viewing photographs and movies 4 Using the touch screen Y ou can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Viewing additional images • Slide your fi nger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames.
35 EN Basic operations 5 5 Basic operations Information displays while shooting View fi nder display when shooting using the view fi nder AEL MY1 250 F5.6 +2.0 +2.0 Hi +7 Sh - 3 Hi +7 Sh - 3 e e ISO-A 200 ISO-A 200 01:02:03 1023 PBH AEL MY1 250 F5.6 +2.
36 EN Basic operations 5 Monitor display when shooting using live view 250 250 F5.6 ISO 400 L N 4:3 S-AF S-AF AEL RC BKT + 2.0 + 2.0 P +7 +7 01:02:03 01:02:03 1023 1023 -3 -3 j - 2.0 - 2.0 HD N 1 3 j FPS Wi-Fi FP S-IS S-IS 28 mm off y z A B C D x w v 1 g h i j k l m f e 3 2 6 5 4 9 7 0 a b r u t qp o s n d c E 8 1 Card write indicator .
37 EN Basic operations 5 Switching the information display Y ou can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. When shooting using the view fi nder Monitor display INFO INFO INFO INFO INFO INFO Super control panel 250 250 F5.
38 EN Basic operations 5 Using the shooting modes “Point-and-shoot” photography ( P program mode) In mode P , the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture in response to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P . AEL MY1 250 F5.6 +2.
39 EN Basic operations 5 Choosing aperture ( A aperture-priority mode) In mode A , you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust shutter speed for optimal exposure.
40 EN Basic operations 5 Choosing shutter speed ( S shutter-priority mode) In mode S , you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust aperture for optimal exposure.
41 EN Basic operations 5 Choosing aperture and shutter speed ( M manual mode) In mode M , you choose both the aperture and the shutter speed. At a speed of BULB, the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed.
42 EN Basic operations 5 y Cautions • In live bulb, live time and live composite photography , there are limits on the available ISO sensitivity settings. • T o reduce camera blur when shooting using bulb, time, or composite photography , mount the camera on a sturdy tripod and use a remote cable (P .
43 EN Basic operations 5 U Multi Echo Apply an after-image effect. After-images will appear behind moving objects. • T ouch the icon to apply the effect. T ouch again to cancel the effect. M Old Film Randomly add scratches and dust for an old fi lm effect.
44 EN Basic operations 5 Using art fi lters 1 Rotate the mode dial to ART . • A menu of art fi lters will be displayed. Select a fi lter using FG . • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art fi lter menu.
45 EN Basic operations 5 Using [Partial Color] Record only selected hues in color . 1 Rotate the mode dial to ART . 2 Select [Partial Color]. 3 Highlight a type or effect and press Q . • A color ring appears in the display . 4 Rotate the front dial or rear dial to select a color .
46 EN Basic operations 5 Shooting in scene mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to SCN . • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using FG . • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor .
47 EN Basic operations 5 • If you are using a lens with an image stabilizer switch, turn the image stabilizer off when using [Panning]. • The desired results may not be obtained with brightly-lit scenes. A commercial ND fi lter can enhance the effect.
48 EN Basic operations 5 Using PHOTO STOR Y 1 Rotate the mode dial to J . • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A Standard B Speed C Zoom In/Out D Layout F Fun Frames Q Works in progress Standard 1 1 2 3 4 2 Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO ST ORY .
49 EN Basic operations 5 4 Shoot an image for the fi rst frame. • The image you have shot is displayed in the fi rst frame. • T o exit before taking all frames, press the MENU button and choose a save option. F5.0 0.0 0.0 1 ISO-A 200 1023 1023 250 250 Save Save the images to the memory card and end shooting.
50 EN Basic operations 5 y Cautions • If the camera is turned off during shooting, all the data for images up to that point is cancelled and nothing is recorded on the memory card. • If [RA W] is currently selected for image quality , image quality will automatically be set to [ Y N+RA W].
51 EN Basic operations 5 Commonly used shooting options Controlling exposure (exposure compensation) Rotate the front dial to choose exposure compensation. Choose positive (“+”) values to make pictures brighter , negative (“–”) values to make pictures darker .
52 EN Basic operations 5 Using a fl ash ( fl ash photography) The fl ash can be set manually as required. The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. 1 Attach the fl ash to the camera and raise the light-emitting unit.
53 EN Basic operations 5 y Cautions • In [ ! / #! (Red-eye reduction fl ash)], after the pre- fl ashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. • [ ! / #! (Red-eye reduction fl ash)] may not work ef fectively under some shooting conditions.
54 EN Basic operations 5 Choosing a focus target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. 1 Press the arrow pad or Fn1 button to display the AF targets. 2 Rotate the dial to choose the AF position. • “All targets” mode is restored if you move the cursor off the screen.
55 EN Basic operations 5 Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP . 1 Press the Fn1 button to display the AF target. 2 Press the INFO button. • Y ou can change the AF target selection method. 3 Use HI to select an option and press Q .
56 EN Basic operations 5 Zoom frame AF/zoom AF Y ou can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. Y ou can also position the focus target more precisely .
57 EN Basic operations 5 Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternatively , you can take pictures using the self timer . 1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the j Y HDR button to display the selection items.
58 EN Basic operations 5 Adjusting color (white balance) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but othe.
59 EN Basic operations 5 One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the fi nal photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures.
60 EN Basic operations 5 Controlling color (Color Creator) Y ou can adjust the color of the subject while looking through the view fi nder . Select this function with the multi-function button to use it. Set the multi-function button to c (Color Creator) in advance (P .
61 EN Basic operations 5 2 T urn the front dial to select a setting. HDR1 Four shots are taken, each with a different exposure, and the shots are combined into one HDR image inside the camera. • [HDR2] provides a more impressive image than [HDR1]. • ISO sensitivity is fi xed to 200.
62 EN Basic operations 5 Information display during playback Playback image information Simpli fi ed display Overall display F5.6 F5.6 +1.0 +1.0 G+4 G+4 A+4 A+4 Adobe Adobe Natural Natural ISO 400 ISO 400 250 250 +2.0 +2.0 45mm 45mm 1/8 4608×3456 ×10 ×10 4 : 3 L N 3D 3D 2013.
63 EN Basic operations 5 Changing the playback information display method Press the q button to view pictures full frame. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Index display/calendar display 25 frames Index display Q q p q p Single-frame playback Calendar display 2013.
64 EN Basic operations 5 Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order) Y ou can connect the camera to a smartphone over wireless LAN (P . 123). Once the smartphone is connected, you can use it view images stored on the card, and transfer images between the camera and smartphone.
65 EN Basic operations 5 Manipulating playback images Press Q during playback to display a menu of simple options that can be used in playback mode. JPEG m R Rotate JPEG Edit Back Set Share Order Still image frame Movie frame JPEG Edit, RA W Data Edit g P .
66 EN Basic operations 5 Protecting images Protect images from accidental deletion. Display an image you wish to protect and press Q to display the playback menu. Select [ 0 ] and press Q , and then press F to protect the image. Protected images are shown by a 0 (protect) icon.
67 EN Basic operations 5 Slideshow This function displays images stored on the card one after another . 1 Press Q during playback and select [ m ]. JPEG m R Rotate JPEG Edit Back Set Share Order 2 Adjust settings. Start Start the slideshow . Images are displayed in order , starting with the current picture.
68 EN Using shooting options 6 6 Using shooting options Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) Y ou can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magni fi cation. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway .
69 EN Using shooting options 6 y Cautions • The image stabilizer cannot correct excessive camera shake or camera shake that occurs when the shutter speed is set to the slowest speed. In these cases, it is recommended that you use a tripod. • When using a tripod, set [Image Stabilizer] to [OFF].
70 EN Using shooting options 6 Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P . 80). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately . 1 Press the Q button and select [Picture Mode].
71 EN Using shooting options 6 Adding effects to a movie Y ou can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Set the dial to n to enable the settings. 1 Set the shooting mode to n , press the Q button, and use the rear dial to select a shooting mode item.
72 EN Using shooting options 6 Image quality (record mode) Select an image quality for photographs and movies according their intended use, for example retouching on a computer or display on the web. 1 Press the Q button and select an image quality for photographs or movies.
73 EN Using shooting options 6 Record modes (mo vies) Record mode Pixel count File format Application Full HD Fine 1920×1080 MPEG-4 A VC/ H.264* 1 Display on TVs and other devices Full HD Nor.
74 EN Using shooting options 6 Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. 1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the AF m button.
75 EN Using shooting options 6 Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). Y ou can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. 1 Set the lever to position 1 and press the AF m button. • Y ou can also press the Q button to select AF mode.
76 EN Using shooting options 6 • The [AF Mode] selection can not be changed when MF is chosen with a lens equipped with a manual focus clutch (P . 130).
77 EN Menu functions (Basic operations) 7 7 Basic menu operations The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use. W Preliminary and basic shooting options X Advanced shooting options q Playback and retouch options c Customizing camera settings (P .
78 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2 j 4:3 D 1 Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode Image Aspect Back Set 2 Digital T ele-converter Off Keystone Comp. Off W Card Setup (P . 78) Reset/Myset (P . 79) Picture Mode (P .
79 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Restoring default settings (Reset/Myset) Camera settings can be easily restored to registered settings. Using reset settings Restore default settings. 1 Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. 2 Select [Reset] and press Q .
80 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Processing options (Picture Mode) Y ou can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P . 70) settings. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately . 1 Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1.
81 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 h i- aJ K Pict. T one (Monotone) Colors the black and white image. kk N:Neutral Creates a normal black and white image. S:Sepia Sepia B:Blue Bluish P:Purple Purplish G:Green Greenish y Cautions • Changes to contrast have no effect at settings other than [Normal].
82 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 V arying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. Y ou can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off.
83 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 WB BKT (WB bracketing) Three images with different white balances (adjusted in speci fi ed color directions) are automatically created from one shot, starting with the value currently selected for white balance.
84 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure) Record multiple exposures in a single image, using the option currently selected for image quality . 1 Select [Multiple Exposure] in X Shooting Menu 2.
85 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Shooting automatically with a fi xed interval (time lapse shooting) Y ou can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P / A / S / M modes.
86 EN Menu functions (Shooting menus) 7 Wireless remote control fl ash photography Y ou can use the supplied fl ash and a fl ash equipped with the RC mode function to perform wireless fl ash photography . g “Wireless remote control fl ash photography” (P .
87 EN Menu functions (Playback menus) 7 y Cautions • Photos are recorded in RA W + JPEG format when [RA W] is selected for image quality . • The desired results may not be obtained with converter lenses. • Depending on the amount of correction, some AF targets may be outside the display area.
88 EN Menu functions (Playback menus) 7 Using the playback menu m R 2 1 Playback Menu Edit Set Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Back On Print Order m (P . 67) R (P . 88) Edit (P . 88) Print Order (P . 1 16) Reset Protect (P . 90) Connection to Smartphone (P .
89 EN Menu functions (Playback menus) 7 JPEG Edit Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during fl ash shooting. [ P ]: Use the dial to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to position the crop.
90 EN Menu functions (Setup menus) 7 Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RA W images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RA W] is selected, the copy will be saved in [ Y N+RA W] format.
91 EN Menu functions (Setup menus) 7 Using the setup menu Use the Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. --.--.-- --:-- X W j ±0 k ±0 2 1 Setup Menu English 0.5sec Wi-Fi Settings c / # Menu Display Firmware Rec View Back Set Option Description g X (Date/time setting) Set the camera clock.
92 EN Menu functions (Setup menus) 7 Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings) T o use the wireless LAN functions on the camera (P . 123), you need to make setting such as the password to be used when connecting. [Private] and [One-T ime] for a one-time connection are available .
93 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R AF/MF (P . 93) S T U V W X 2 1 R Custom Menu Set AF/MF Button/Dial/Lever Release/ j Disp/ 8 /PC Exp/ p /ISO # Custom K /Color/WB Back S Button/Dial/Lever (P .
94 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 S Button/Dial/Lever Option Description g Button Function Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [ U Function], [ V Function], [ R Function], [ t Fun.
95 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 U Disp/ 8 /PC Option Description g HDMI [HDMI Out]: Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable. [HDMI Control]: Select [On] to allow the camera to be operated using remotes for TVs that support HDMI control.
96 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Option Description g Flicker reduction Reduce the effects of fl icker under some kinds of lighting, including fl uorescent lamps. When fl icker is not reduced by the [Auto] setting, set to [50Hz] or [60Hz] in accordance with the commercial power frequency of the region where the camera is used.
97 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Option Description g Noise Filter Choose the amount of noise reduction performed at high ISO sensitivities. — ISO Set ISO sensitivity .
98 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 X K /Color/WB Option Description g K Set Y ou can select the JPEG image quality mode from combinations of three image sizes and four compression rates. 1) Use HI to select a combination ([ K 1] – [ K 4]) and use FG to change.
99 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Y Record/Erase Option Description g Quick Erase If [On] is selected, pressing the button in the playback display will immediately delete the current image. — RA W+JPEG Erase Choose the action performed when a photograph recorded at a setting of RA W+JPEG is erased in single-frame playback (P .
100 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Z Movie Option Description g n Mode Choose a movie record mode. This option can also be selected using the live control. 71 Movie R Choose [Off] to record silent movies. This option can also be selected using the live control.
101 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 k K Utility Option Description g Pixel Mapping The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. 145 Exposure Shift Adjust optimal exposure separately for each metering mode.
102 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 AEL/AFL MENU c R [AEL/AFL] Autofocus and metering can be performed by pressing the button to which AEL/AFL has been assigned.
103 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Button Function MENU c S [Button Function] See the table below for the functions that can be assigned. The options available vary from button to button.
104 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 b (Digital T ele- converter) Press the button to turn digital zoom on or off. D (Keystone compensation) Press the button once to display options for keystone compensation and again to save changes and exit. T o exit without saving changes, press the MENU button.
105 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 t Lever Function MENU c S [ t Lever Function] Y ou can use the positioning of the lever to change the function of the dials and buttons.
106 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 1 Connect the TV and camera and switch to TV input. • The camera monitor turns off when the cable is connected. • Press the q button when connecting via an A V cable. y Cautions • For details on changing the input source of the TV , refer to the TV’s instruction manual.
107 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Choosing the control panel displays ( K Control Settings) Sets whether or not to display control panels for option selection when shooting using live view . When each screen is displayed, the displays can be switched as shown below .
108 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 L V super control panel This is the super control panel that is used for option setting when shooting using live view . Shooting setting statuses are displayed in a list. Select options using the arrow pad or touch operations to change the settings.
109 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 Adding information displays ( G /Info Settings) L V -Info (Shooting information displays) Use [L V -Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting.
11 0 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 G Settings (Index/calendar display) Y ou can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar display using [ G Settings]. The additional screens are displayed by turning the rear dial during playback.
111 EN Menu functions (Custom menus) 7 When [Lens Data] is selected 2 Select [Create Lens Data Set] and press Q . • If data is already registered, [Lens Data] will be displayed. Y ou can con fi rm or delete information by selecting it using FG and pressing I .
11 2 EN Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 7 Using the accessory port menus Y ou can make settings relating to devices connected via the accessory port. Before using the accessory port menus The Accessory Port menu is only available when the appropriate option is selected for the [ c / # Menu Display] item in the setup menu.
11 3 EN Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 7 Using OL YMPUS PENP AL The optional OL YMPUS PENP AL can be used to upload pictures to, and receive pictures from, Bluetooth devices or other cameras connected to an OL YMPUS PENP AL. Visit the OL YMPUS website for more information on Bluetooth devices.
11 4 EN Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 7 Editing the addr ess book The OL YMPUS PENP AL can store host information. Y ou can assign names to hosts or delete host information. 1 Select [OL YMPUS PENP AL Share] in # Accessory Port Menu (P . 1 12).
11 5 EN Menu functions (Accessory port menus) 7 B OL YMPUS PENP AL Album Option Description g Copy All All images and sound fi les are copied between the SD card and OL YMPUS PENP AL. Copied images are resized according to the option selected for picture copy size.
11 6 EN Printing pictures 8 8 Print reservation (DPOF) Y ou can save digital “print orders” to the memory card listing the pictures to be printed and the number of copies of each print. Y ou can then have the pictures printed at a print shop that supports DPOF or print the pictures yourself by connecting the camera directly to a DPOF printer .
11 7 EN Printing pictures 8 2 Select [ < ] and press Q . • T o remove all pictures from the print order , select [Reset] and press Q . T o exit without removing all pictures, select [Keep] and press Q . 3 Press HI to select images you wish to remove from the print order .
11 8 EN Printing pictures 8 Easy printing Use the camera to display the picture you wish to print before connecting the printer via the USB cable. 1 Use HI to display the pictures you want to print on the camera. 2 Press I . • The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed.
11 9 EN Printing pictures 8 Selecting pictures you want to print Select pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or the picture you are displaying can be printed right away . Print More Select Single Print 2013.
120 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 9 Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone Installing the PC software Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP • A “Setup” dialog will be displayed.
121 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 3 Register your Olympus product. • Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Install OL YMPUS V iewer 3. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation.
122 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 Copying pictures to a computer without OL YMPUS Viewer 3 Y our camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. Y ou can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable.
123 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 Using the camera wireless LAN function Y ou can use the camera wireless LAN function to connect to a smartphone over a wireless network. • View and transfer images stored on the camera card.
124 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 One-time connection 1 Select [Connection to Smartphone] in the q Playback Menu, and press Q . • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor . 2 Enter the SSID and password into your smartphone.
125 EN Connecting the camera to a computer and a smartphone 9 Things you can do with OI.Share Adding smar tphone position infor mation to images 1 Start position information recording in OI.Share before shooting starts. • Y our smartphone will log position information at a predetermined interval.
126 EN Battery , battery charger , and card 10 10 Battery and charger • Use the single Olympus lithium-ion battery . Use only genuine OL YMPUS rechargeable batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions.
127 EN Battery , battery charger , and card 10 Usable cards In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.” The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
128 EN Battery , battery charger , and card 10 Record mode and fi le size/number of storable still pictures The fi le size in the table is approximate for fi les with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
129 EN Interchangeable lenses 11 11 Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds system and bearing the M.ZUIKO DIGIT AL label or the symbol shown at right. With an adapter , you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses.
130 EN Interchangeable lenses 11 Using power z oom lenses with macr o functions (ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3EZ) Lens operation is determined by the position of the zoom ring. While pressing MACRO + Zoom ring MACRO button E-ZOOM (Power Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring for power zoom.
131 EN Interchangeable lenses 11 Cap lens control (BCL-1580, BCL-0980 Fisheye) Use the MF lever to open and close the lens barrier , and adjust the focus between in fi nity and close-up. • There is no data communication between camera and lens.
132 EN Interchangeable lenses 11 Main lens speci fi cations Items ED12-40mm f2.8PRO ED40-150mm f4.0-5.6R ED14-150mm f4.0-5.6 Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 12 – 40 mm 40 – 150 mm 14 – 150 mm Max. aperture f/2.8 f/4.0 – 5.6 f/4.
133 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 12 Using separately sold accessories Power Battery Holder (HLD-7) Y ou can extend camera usage time by using the power battery holder with the camera’s battery . Y ou can assign functions to the camera’s custom menu using the dial and Fn button.
134 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 Using the AC adaptor When using the AC adaptor , open the AC connector cover and plug in the AC connector . Using the dial and button Set the functions for the HLD-7 dial and B-Fn button using [Button Function] on the camera’s c custom menu.
135 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 Functions available with external fl ash units Optional fl ash Flash control mode GN (Guide number) (ISO100) RC mode FL-600R TTL-AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, FP TT.
136 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 Wir eless fl ash contr ol range Position the wireless fl ash units with their remote sensors facing the camera. The following illustration shows the approximate ranges at which the fl ash units can be positioned.
137 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 Principal Accessories Four Thirds lens adapter (MMF–2/MMF–3) The camera requires a Four Thirds lens adapter to attach Four Thirds lenses. Since the AF method differs when using a Micro Four Thirds system lens, the AF operational area is narrower .
138 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 System chart *1 Not all lenses can be used with adapter . For details, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site. Also, please note that manufacture of OM System Lenses has been discontinued. *2 For compatible lens, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site.
139 EN Using separately sold accessories 12 : E-M1 compatible products Lens MF-2 * 1 OM Adapter 2 For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. M.ZUIKO DIGIT AL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGIT AL 17mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGIT AL 17mm f2.8 M.ZUIKO DIGIT AL 25mm f1.
140 EN Information 13 13 Shooting tips and information The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger . The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold • Battery performance drops at low temperatures.
141 EN Information 13 Noise reduction is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds. During which, shooting is not allowed.
142 EN Information 13 Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action No Card The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card or insert a different card. Card Error There is a problem with the card. Insert the card again.
143 EN Information 13 Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action m The internal temperature of the camera has risen due to sequential shooting. T urn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. Internal camera temperature is too high.
144 EN Information 13 Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera T urn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty , soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
145 EN Information 13 Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions.
146 EN Information 13 Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset].
147 EN Information 13 q Playback Menu T ab Function Default *1 *2 *3 g q m Start ― 67 BGM Joy Slide All Slide Interval 3 sec Movie Interval Short R On 88 Edit Sel.
148 EN Information 13 c Custom Menu T ab Function Default *1 *2 *3 g cR AF/MF AF Mode Still Picture S-AF 93 Movie C-AF Full-time AF Of f AEL/AFL S-AF mode1 C-AF mode2 MF .
149 EN Information 13 T ab Function Default *1 *2 *3 g c T Release/ j Rls Priority S Off 94 Rls Priority C On j L fps 6 fps j H fps 10 fps j Image Stabilization Off Half W ay Rls With IS On Lens I.
150 EN Information 13 T ab Function Default *1 *2 *3 g c V Exp/ p /ISO EV Step 1/3EV 96 Noise Reduct. Auto Noise Filter Standard 97 ISO Auto ISO Step 1/3EV .
151 EN Information 13 T ab Function Default *1 *2 *3 g c Wind Noise Reduction Off 100 Recording V olume Built-In R ±0 External R ±0 Line-In R ±0 R V olume Limiter On b Built-In EVF Buil.
152 EN Information 13 Speci fi cations Camera Product type Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens system Lens M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm fi lm camera Approx.
153 EN Information 13 Recording Memory SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi UHS-I compatible Recording system Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), RAW Data, MP format Applicable standards Exif 2.
154 EN Information 13 FL-LM2 Guide number 7 (ISO100), 10 (ISO200) Firing angle Covers the angle of view of a 14 mm lens (28 mm in 35 mm format) Dimensions Approx. 44.3 mm (W) × 33.5 mm (H) × 52.5 mm (D) (1.7" × 1.3" × 2.1") Weight Approx.
155 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 14 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED OL YMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.
156 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 • 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 children and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury: • Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.
157 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 CAUTION • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality . • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. T o avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera.
158 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 Monitor The display on the rear of the camera is an LCD monitor . • In the unlikely event that the monitor breaks, do not put the liquid crystal in your mouth. Any of the material adhering to your hands, feet, or clothing should be rinsed off immediately .
159 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
160 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 For customers in North America, Central America, South America and the Caribbean Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-M1 Trade Name : OL YMPUS Responsible Party : Address : 3500 Corporate Parkway , P .
161 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 (d) software programs; (e) supplies and consumables (including but not limited to lamps, ink, paper , fi lm, prints, negatives, cables and batteries); and/or (f) Products.
162 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 The customer must copy or transfer any image or other data saved on a Product to another image or data storage medium prior to sending the Product to Olympus for repair service.
163 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 For customers in Europe “CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety , health, environment and customer protection. “CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe. Hereby , Olympus Imaging Corp.
164 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 e. Any defect that occurs due to careless or improper storage (such as keeping the product under conditions of high temperature and humidity , near insect repellents such as naphthalene or harmful drugs, etc.), improper maintenance, etc.
165 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 The software in this camera may include third party software. Any third party software is subject to the terms and conditions, imposed by the owners or licensors of that software, under which software is provided to you.
166 EN Index Symbols W (Language selection).................... 91 c / # Menu Display ............................. 91 P (AF Area)...................................... 54 P Set Home ..................................... 93 I Face Priority ...........
167 EN E Edit Filename....................................... 99 Electronic Zoom Speed ..................... 101 Erase Selected .................................... 33 EVF Adjust ......................................... 1 15 EV Step .................
168 EN P P (Program shooting) .......................... 38 Peaking Settings.................................. 96 Picture Copy Size .............................. 1 15 Picture Mode ................................. 70, 80 Picture Mode Settings .......
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WC658801 date of issue 2014.08..
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