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Olympus E-M5 Mark III User Manual

Olympus E-M5 Mark III
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Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No. : IM016
Table of Contents
Feature Index
1. Preparation
2. Shooting
3. Playback
4. Menu functions
5.
Connecting the camera to a
smartphone
6.
Connecting the camera to a
computer
7. Cautions
8. Information
9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
Be sure you have read and understood the contents of “9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, before using
this product. Keep these instructions available for future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
If there are additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the
contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.

Table of Contents

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Olympus E-M5 Mark III Specifications

General IconGeneral
Flip-out screen-
Display diagonal3 \
Display aspect ratio3:2
Vari-angle LCD displayYes
Display resolution (numeric)1037000 pixels
Magnification1.37 x
Viewfinder typeElectronic
Viewfinder resolution2360000 pixels
PictBridgeNo
USB version2.0
HDMI connector typeMicro
Video resolutions1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160 pixels
Video recording time29 min
Video formats supportedAVCHD, H.264, MOV
Maximum video resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Resolution at capture speed1280x720@24fps, 1280x720@25fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1280x720@50fps, 1280x720@60fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 3840x2160@24fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@30fps, 4096x2160@24fps
Audio systemstereo
Memory slots1
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Flash modesAuto, Fill-in, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (wide)- m
Shoe mounting point typeHot shoe
Flash exposure correction±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step)
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)-10 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)30 - 90 %
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Auto Focus (AF) points121
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 25600
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)256000
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Fastest camera shutter speed1/32000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed60 s
Battery typeBLS‑50
Battery life (CIPA standard)310 shots
Product colorBlack
Image editingCrop, Resizing, Trimming
Photo effectsBlack&White, Sepia
White balanceFlash, Fluorescent, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater
Shooting modesAuto, Manual, Program, Scene
Self-timer delay2, 12 s
Digital zoom- x
Focal length range14 - 150 mm
Maximum aperture number4
Minimum aperture number5.6
Bluetooth version4.2
Megapixel20.4 MP
Camera typeMILC
Sensor typeLive MOS
Total megapixels21.8 MP
Image sensor size4/3 \
Image formats supportedJPEG, RAW
Supported aspect ratios1:1, 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution5184 x 3888 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)17.3 x 13 mm
Image stabilizer locationBody
Still image resolution(s)5184 x 3888
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth49.7 mm
Width125.3 mm
Height85.2 mm
Weight366 g
Weight (including battery)414 g

Summary

1. Preparation

2. Shooting

Shooting still pictures

Basic steps for taking still photographs using the mode dial.

Letting the camera choose aperture and shutter speed (P: Program AE)

Using Program AE mode where the camera sets aperture and shutter speed.

Choosing aperture (A: Aperture-Priority AE)

Using Aperture-Priority AE mode to control depth of field.

Choosing shutter speed (S: Shutter-Priority AE)

Using Shutter-Priority AE mode to control motion blur.

Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M: Manual Exposure)

Using Manual Exposure mode for full control over aperture and shutter speed.

Long Exposures (B: Bulb/Time)

Techniques for capturing night scenes or fireworks with long exposures.

3. Playback

4. Menu functions

Basic menu operations

How to navigate and operate the camera's menu system.

Varying settings over a series of photographs (Bracketing)

Using bracketing to capture multiple shots with varied settings.

Taking HDR (High Dynamic Range) images (HDR)

Creating high dynamic range images by combining multiple exposures.

Recording multiple exposures in a single image (Multiple Exposure)

Combining multiple shots into a single image.

Using the Video Menu

Settings and options for movie recording.

Choosing an Exposure Mode (n Mode (Movie Exposure Modes))

Selecting exposure modes for movie recording.

Using the Playback Menu

Accessing and using playback and retouching functions.

Using the setup menu

Adjusting basic camera settings like language and brightness.

Using the custom menus

Customizing camera functions and button assignments.

Setting Focus and Exposure with the AEL/AFL Button (K AEL/AFL)

Configuring the AEL/AFL button for focus and exposure control.

C-AF Tracking Sensitivity (K C-AF Sensitivity)

Adjusting how rapidly the camera responds to subject distance changes.

C-AF Starting Focus Target (K C-AF Center Start)

Setting the initial focus target for group AF modes.

C-AF Center Target Priority (K C-AF Center Priority)

Prioritizing the center target for focus operations in group AF.

5. Connecting the camera to a smartphone

Adjusting Settings for Connection to a Smartphone

Steps to adjust Wi-Fi/Bluetooth settings for smartphone connection.

Transferring images to a smartphone

Selecting and loading images from the camera to a smartphone.

Shooting remotely with a smartphone

Operating the camera remotely using a smartphone.

Resetting Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® settings

Restoring Wi-Fi/Bluetooth settings to their default values.

Disabling Wi-Fi/Bluetooth®

Turning off wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions.

7. Cautions

Battery and charger

Important safety information regarding batteries and the charger.

8. Information

Error codes

List of monitor indications, possible causes, and corrective actions.

9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General warnings and cautions for safe operation and maintenance.

General Precautions

Essential instructions for product safety, power, cleaning, and attachments.

Keep young children, infants away from the camera

Safety advice regarding handling the camera around children.

Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger

Recommendation to use only genuine Olympus batteries and chargers.

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