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General| Sensor Type | CCD |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13.0 mm |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100-1600 |
| Lens Mount | Four Thirds |
| Screen Size | 2.5 inches |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery |
| Camera Type | Digital SLR |
| Image Resolution | 3648 x 2736 |
| Shutter Speed | 60 - 1/4000 sec |
| Continuous Shooting | 3 fps |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% |
| Dimensions | 129.5 x 91 x 53 mm |
| Effective Pixels | 10.0 megapixels |
| Storage Types | CompactFlash, xD-Picture Card |
| LCD Screen Resolution | 215, 000 dots |
| Weight | 380 g (body only) |
Explains how to change camera settings using the mode dial for different subjects.
Describes automatic shooting modes selected by scene.
Details manual control over aperture and shutter speed for creative shooting.
Outlines three primary methods for adjusting camera functions.
Step-by-step guide to setting functions via the LCD control panel screen.
Explains how to quickly set functions using dedicated camera buttons.
Describes how to navigate and set functions within the camera's menu system.
Details how to use the shutter button for proper focus and to avoid blur.
Explains how to adjust exposure automatically set by the camera for desired brightness.
Discusses how white balance affects color reproduction under different lighting.
Describes suitable functions for various shooting scenarios.
Tips for capturing outdoor scenes like forests and lakes.
Advice on capturing flower scenery, including white balance and lens choice.
Details on using tripods, changing shooting modes, and manual focus for night photography.
Explains how to use manual focus for difficult subjects or low light.
Explains how to select and use predefined scene modes for optimal shooting.
Details the Program AE mode where the camera selects exposure settings.
How to set aperture manually while the camera adjusts shutter speed.
How to set shutter speed manually while the camera adjusts aperture.
Allows manual control over both aperture and shutter speed for creative control.
Explains how to use focus lock when auto-focus struggles with subjects.
Automatically shoots multiple frames at different exposure values for optimal results.
Covers flash modes and their functions for various lighting conditions.
Explains available focus modes: S-AF, C-AF, and MF.
Adjusts the automatically set exposure value to fine-tune image brightness.
Controls color cast to achieve natural colors under various lighting conditions.
Selects image tones and adjusts parameters like contrast and sharpness.
Reduces noise generated during long exposures, especially at slow shutter speeds.
How to use the self-timer for 12 or 2-second delays.
How to use an optional remote control for shooting, including Bulb mode.
How to view images one by one and zoom in for detailed inspection.
Shows multiple images at once (index) or organizes them by date (calendar).
Displays detailed image data, including histograms and shooting parameters.
Allows basic editing of images directly on the camera.
Protects selected images from accidental deletion by erase functions.
Options for erasing single, all, or selected images from the card.
Restores factory defaults or saves custom settings for later recall.
Configures the AEL button for AF or metering operations instead of the shutter button.
Covers AEL/AFL memo, AEL metering, WB compensation, auto pop-up flash, and Fn button.
Selects the mode for connecting the camera to computers or printers via USB.
Sets the language for on-screen displays and error messages.
Saves printing data (date, number of prints) with images for lab or direct printing.
Sets print reservation for a single selected image.
Applies print reservation to all pictures stored on the card.
Prints images directly from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.
Simple printing process for selected images directly from the camera.
Introduces Olympus Master as an image management and editing program.
Step-by-step guide to connecting the camera to a PC via USB.
Instructions for launching the Olympus Master application on Windows and Mac.
Saving images from the camera onto the computer's storage.
Procedures for safely disconnecting the camera from the computer.
Basic checks and troubleshooting for common issues before taking pictures.
Diagnosing and resolving problems with the camera's auto-focus system.
Tips to avoid blur caused by subject movement, camera shake, or dark subjects.
Guidance on achieving correct color and handling exposure challenges.
Instructions for cleaning, storage, and dust reduction.
Details compatible memory card types (CF, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card).
Steps to format memory cards for use with the camera.
Information on the Li-ion battery and its charger.
Lists all functions available in the camera's shooting menu.
Explains the symbols and information displayed in the camera's viewfinder.
Details the information shown on the camera's control panel screen.
Information on compatible lenses, focusing on Four Thirds mount and Zuiko Digital lenses.
Explains the Four Thirds mount standard developed by Olympus for digital cameras.
Highlights Zuiko Digital lenses designed for professional use and compact design.
Identifies the parts of a ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens.
Provides technical details for various ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses.
Guidelines for cleaning, storing, and handling interchangeable lenses.
Important warnings regarding electrical shock, water, heat, and general handling.
Warnings related to camera usage near gases, flash usage on people, children, strong lights.
Guidelines to prevent battery leaks, overheating, explosions, or electrical shocks.
Advisories on avoiding extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, vibrations, and direct sunlight.
Compliance information regarding radio and television interference.
