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Olympus E-620 User Manual

Olympus E-620
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Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera,
please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
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DIGITAL CAMERA
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
EN
Printed in Germany · OIME · 2/2009 · Hab. · E0462277
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Basic guide P. 02
Review the camera part names, the
basic steps for shooting and playback,
and the basic operations.
Table of Contents P. 24
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Olympus E-620 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Camera TypeDigital SLR
Sensor TypeLive MOS
Sensor Size17.3 x 13.0 mm (Four Thirds)
Effective Pixels12.3 megapixels
Image ProcessorTruePic III+
ISO Range100-3200
Image StabilizationSensor-shift
Autofocus Points7
LCD Screen Size2.7 inches
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
Viewfinder TypeOptical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage95%
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed60 sec
Continuous Shooting Speed4 fps
Video RecordingNo
Weight475 g (body only)
Dimensions130 x 94 x 60 mm
Storage TypesCompactFlash
Battery TypeLithium-ion

Summary

Basic Guide

Names of Parts and Functions

Identifies camera parts and describes basic shooting and playback steps.

Camera

Overview of the camera's physical components and layout.

Preparations for Shooting

Unpack the Box Contents

Lists the items included with the camera.

Preparing the Battery

Instructions for charging and loading the camera battery.

Attaching a Lens to the Camera

Step-by-step guide on how to attach a lens to the camera.

Loading the Card

Instructions on how to insert and remove memory cards.

Power On

Steps to turn on the camera and adjust the viewfinder diopter.

Setting the Date/Time

Guide to setting the camera's date and time.

Shooting

Explains how to take a picture using the viewfinder.

Playback/Erasing

How to play back and erase images.

Basic Operations

Using the Direct Buttons to Operate the Camera

Explains how to use direct buttons and the control dial for settings.

Setting While Looking at the Super Control Panel

How to use the super control panel to view and change settings.

Setting on the Menu

Guide to using the menu system for camera settings.

Using Live View

Activating Live View

Steps to activate the live view mode on the LCD monitor.

Taking a Picture Using Live View

Explains the live view mechanism and AF modes.

Using the Face Detection Function

How to use the face detection feature for focus and metering.

Enlarged Display Operation

How to enlarge the image for focus confirmation and adjustment.

Exposure

Program Shooting

How the camera automatically sets aperture and shutter speed in P mode.

Manual Shooting

Manually setting both aperture and shutter speed for full control.

Changing the Metering Mode

Explains different metering modes like ESP, center-weighted, and spot.

Exposure Compensation

Manually adjusting exposure to get better results.

Focusing and Shooting Functions

AF Mode Selection

Explains S-AF, C-AF, and MF modes, and their combinations.

Focus Lock – If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained

Using focus lock when auto focus struggles with subjects.

Sequential Shooting

How to take multiple shots rapidly.

Image Stabilizer

Reducing camera shake for sharper images.

Record Mode, White Balance, and Picture Mode

Selecting the Record Mode

Choosing between JPEG, RAW, and JPEG+RAW formats.

Selecting the White Balance

How to set white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Picture Mode

Selecting image tones and fine-tuning parameters like contrast and sharpness.

Flash Shooting

Flash Mode Setting

Explains different flash modes like Auto, Red-eye reduction, etc.

Built-in Flash Shooting

How to raise and use the built-in flash.

External Flash Shooting

How to attach and use external flash units.

Shooting with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System

Using multiple wireless flashes with camera control.

Playback Functions

Single-frame/Close-up Playback

Viewing images one by one and zooming in for detail.

Information Display

Displaying detailed image information, histogram, and highlight graphs.

Erasing Images

Deleting single, selected, or all images.

Customizing Your Camera

AF/MF

Customizing live view AF, AF illuminator, AF modes, and area.

BUTTON/DIAL

Customizing dial functions, direction, and button assignments.

ISO-AUTO SET

Setting upper and default ISO values for auto ISO.

Y RECORD/ERASE

Quick erase, RAW+JPEG erase, and file naming conventions.

Printing

Print Reservation (DPOF)

Saving printing data for images.

Direct Printing (PictBridge)

Printing images directly from camera to printer via USB.

Easy Printing

Simplified printing process for selected images.

Using the OLYMPUS Master Software

Connecting the Camera to Your Computer Using the Provided USB Cable

Step-by-step guide to connect the camera to a computer.

Saving Pictures to Your Computer

Transferring and saving images from camera to computer.

Viewing Still Images

How to view images within the OLYMPUS Master software.

Shooting Tips and Maintenance

The Camera Does Not Turn On Even When a Battery Is Loaded

Addresses battery issues and cold temperature effects.

Error Codes

Table of error indications, causes, and corrective actions.

Cleaning and Storing the Camera

Instructions for cleaning exterior, monitor, viewfinder, and lens.

Cleaning Mode – Removing Dust

Detailed steps for using the cleaning mode to remove sensor dust.

Information

Card Basics

Information on usable memory cards like CompactFlash, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card.

Battery and Charger

Details on using the Olympus battery and charger.

Main Specifications

Technical specifications of the camera and lenses.

Flash Modes That Can Be Set by Shooting Mode

Table showing available flash modes for each shooting mode.

Safety Precautions

General Precautions

Important safety instructions regarding electrical shock, cleaning, attachments, location, power, foreign objects, and heat.

Product Handling Precautions

Warnings and cautions related to camera usage, flash, children, and environments.

Battery Handling Precautions

Guidelines to prevent battery leaks, overheating, explosion, or electrical shocks.

Legal and Other Notices

Disclaimer of warranty and copyright notice.

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