Olympus E-30 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Olympus E-30 Specifications

General

Megapixel	12.3 MP
Sensor type	CMOS
Image sensor size	4/3 \
Supported aspect ratios	3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 5:4, 16:9
Maximum image resolution	4032 x 3024 pixels
Digital zoom	0 x
Interface	USB 2.0
Digital SLR	Yes
Video capability	No
Dimensions (WxDxH)	141.5 x 75 x 107.5 mm
Camera shutter speed	1/8000 - 60 s
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Manual
Auto focusing (AF) modes	continuous auto focus, single auto focus
Display diagonal	2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)	230000 pixels
Magnification	1.02 x
USB version	2.0
Scene modes	Portrait
Image editing	Resizing
Photo effects	black&white, Muted, Sepia, Vivid
White balance	auto, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, manual, Shade, Tungsten
Playback zoom (max)	2 x
Product color	Black
Battery type	BLM-1
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
Flash modes	auto, fill-in, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction, second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization
Compatible memory cards	cf, microdrive, xd
Light exposure modes	aperture priority AE, auto, manual, shutter priority AE
Camera shutter type	Electronic

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	107.5 mm
Width	141.5 mm
Height	75 mm
Weight	655 g

Summary

Basic Guide

Names of Parts and Functions

Identifies camera components and their locations for user reference.

Preparations for Shooting

Guides users through unpacking, setting up, and preparing the camera for first use.

Basic Operations

Explains the primary methods for controlling camera functions and settings.

Exposure

Exposure Modes

Details shooting modes like Program, Aperture, Shutter, and Manual for controlling exposure.

Exposure Adjustments

Covers compensation, AE lock, AE bracketing, and ISO settings for fine-tuning exposure.

Focusing and Shooting Functions

AF Modes and Targets

Explains different autofocus modes, target selection, and focus lock mechanisms.

Image Stabilizer

Details how to use the image stabilizer function to reduce blur from camera shake.

Record Mode, White Balance, and Picture Mode

Selecting Image Quality

White Balance Settings

Flash Shooting

Flash Modes and Settings

Built-in Flash Operation

External and Wireless Flash

Playback Functions

Image Viewing Modes

Image Management

Customizing Your Camera

Custom Menu 1: Shooting Functions

Configures AF/MF, buttons, display, exposure, flash, record modes, and other shooting parameters.

Custom Menu 2: System Settings

Shooting Tips and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Error Codes and Messages

Lists potential error indications, their causes, and corrective actions for troubleshooting.

Camera Maintenance