Olympus FE-160 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
Detailed explanations of all the functions for
getting the most out of your camera.
Advanced
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differ from the actual product. For this manual, all of the images are based on the FE-150/
X-730 model.
FE-150/X-730
FE-160/X-735

Olympus FE-160 Specifications

General

Type	Compact
Image Sensor	1/2.5-inch CCD
Sensor Type	CCD
Effective Pixels	6.0 million
Optical Zoom	3x
Digital Zoom	4x
Storage Media	xD-Picture Card
Battery	LI-42B
LCD Screen Size	2.5 inches
Video Recording	640 x 480 pixels at 30 fps
Focal Length	6.3-18.9mm (35mm equivalent: 38-114mm)

Summary

Camera Button Operations

Manual Navigation and Usage

Guidance on using the manual and initial setup tips.

Core Camera Controls

Key buttons like Power, Shutter, Mode, Menu, OK, Arrow Pad, Zoom.

Shooting Features Buttons

Buttons for Self-timer, Flash, Macro, and Brightness adjustments.

Image Management Buttons

Buttons for printing and erasing images.

Camera Menu Operations

Menu System Overview

Introduction to the camera's menu system and its structure.

Navigating Camera Menus

Step-by-step guide on navigating and selecting menu items.

Menu Categories

Details on shooting, playback, and setup menus.

Printing Photos

Direct Printing and Custom Options

Printing photos directly or with custom settings like DPOF.

Connecting Camera to Computer

Transferring Images Workflow

Overview of connecting and transferring files using OLYMPUS Master.

Camera Usage Tips and Troubleshooting

Shooting Tips and Advice

General advice and tips for improving photography.

Playback and Computer Viewing

Advice for reviewing images and viewing them on a computer.

Camera Error Solutions

Troubleshooting common error messages and their solutions.

Camera Care and Safety

Camera Maintenance and Battery

Instructions for cleaning, battery, and charger care.

Essential Safety Precautions

Critical safety guidelines for using the camera and battery.