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Olympus E-PL3 User Manual

Olympus E-PL3
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Basic guide
Quick task index
Table of Contents
1.
Basic photography/frequently-
used options
2. Other shooting options
3. Flash shooting
4. Shooting and viewing movies
5. Playback options
6. Sending and receiving images
7. Using OLYMPUS Viewer 2/[ib]
8. Printing pictures
9. Camera setup
10. Customizing camera settings
11. Information
12. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
System chart
Index
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.
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.
The contents in this manual are based on rmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there
are additions and/or modi cations of functions due to rmware update for the camera, the
contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
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Olympus E-PL3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SensorLive MOS
ISO Range200-12800
Image StabilizationSensor-shift
StorageSD/SDHC/SDXC card
Dimensions109.5 x 63.7 x 37.3 mm
Camera TypeMirrorless interchangeable lens camera
Sensor Size17.3 x 13.0 mm
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
Continuous Shooting5.5 fps
Shutter Speed60 - 1/4000 sec
Screen Resolution460, 000 dots
Screen3.0-inch tilting LCD
Video1080i
BatteryLi-Ion battery
Weight313g with battery and memory card
Image Sensor12.3 megapixels
Video Resolution1920 x 1080
Battery Life300 shots
Autofocus35-area contrast-detect AF

Summary

Basic guide

Preparations for Shooting

Essential steps before photography, including battery, cards, lenses, and flash.

Basic operations

Covers fundamental actions like shooting, playback, using filters, scene modes, and menus.

Information for Your Safety

Charging and inserting the battery

Charging the battery

Details the process of charging the camera's lithium-ion battery.

Loading the battery

Explains the correct procedure for inserting the battery into the camera.

Inserting and removing cards

Loading the card

Instructions for inserting memory cards into the camera for storage.

Attaching a lens to the camera

Attach a lens to the camera

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly mount a lens onto the camera body.

Attaching the flash unit

Attaching the flash unit

Details how to connect and attach the external flash unit to the camera.

Setting the date/time

Set the date and time

Guides on configuring the camera's internal clock for accurate image data.

Flash shooting

Using a flash (flash photography)

Covers basic steps for attaching and using the camera's flash unit.

Camera setup

Setup Menu

Outlines the main camera settings accessible through the Setup Menu.

Customizing camera settings

Custom Menu options

Details the various settings that can be customized within the camera's menu system.

Information

Battery and charger

Details battery usage, charging, and care for optimal performance and safety.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Critical guidelines to prevent electrical shock, fire, or injury during camera use.

Battery Handling Precautions

Essential guidelines to prevent battery leaks, overheating, or explosions.

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