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Olympus SP-610UZ User Manual

Olympus SP-610UZ
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Instruction Manual
SP-610UZ
DIGITAL CAMERA
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.
In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information
contained in this manual.

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Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCompact digital camera
Sensor TypeCCD
Sensor Size1/2.3 inch
Megapixels14
Image ProcessorTruePic III
Optical Zoom22x
Digital Zoom4x
LCD Resolution230, 000 dots
Video Resolution720p
Weight405g (including battery and memory card)
Effective Pixels14 MP
ISO Range1600
ISO SensitivityAuto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Shutter Speed1/2 - 1/2000 sec
Display Size3.0 inch
LCD Screen Size3.0 inch
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Battery Type4 x AA batteries

Summary

Checking the Contents of the Box

Preparing the Camera

Guides on preparing the camera for use.

Shooting and Playing Back Images

Introduces shooting and playback operations.

How to Use the Camera

Covers basic camera usage instructions.

Printing Images

Explains how to print images from the camera.

Camera Settings

Using the Direct Buttons

Explains how to use the direct buttons for quick access to functions.

Operation Guide

Wheel Controller

Explains the functionality of the wheel controller.

Using the Menu System

Setup Menu Details

Menu Index for Shooting Functions

Menus for Shooting Functions

Lists and describes various shooting function menus.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Details menus for various other camera settings.

Camera Parts Identification

Camera Unit Components

Details the components of the camera body.

Camera Components Overview

Connector Cover Information

Information about the camera's connector cover.

Multi-connector Port

Details the multi-connector port on the camera.

Monitor Display

Shooting Mode Display

Describes the information shown on the monitor during shooting.

Playback Mode Display

Camera Preparation

Attaching Camera Strap and Lens Cap

Guides on attaching the camera strap and lens cap.

Inserting the Battery

Steps for correctly inserting the camera battery.

Software Setup

Setting Up Using the Supplied CD

How to install camera software using the CD.

Connecting the Camera

Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2 and ib Software

Instructions for installing Olympus software.

Manual and Software Installation

Install the Camera Manual

How to install the camera manual from the CD.

Setting the Date and Time

Memory Card Operations

Inserting a Memory Card or Eye-Fi Card

Instructions for inserting memory cards.

Removing a Memory Card or Eye-Fi Card

Steps for removing memory cards.

Shooting, Playback, and Erasing

Shooting with Optimum Aperture and Shutter Speed (P Mode)

How to shoot using Program Auto (P) mode.

Shooting Movies

Using the Zoom Function

Changing the Shooting Information Display

How to customize the shooting information displayed on screen.

Viewing Images

Reading a Histogram

Explanation of how to read a histogram for image analysis.

Playing Sound and Movies

To Play Sound Recordings

How to play back audio recordings.

To Play Back Movies

Instructions for playing recorded movies.

Erasing Images During Playback

Index View and Close-up View

Explains index and close-up viewing modes for images.

Image Information and Panorama Playback

Changing the Image Information Display

How to modify the information displayed for images.

Playing Back Panorama Images

Steps for viewing panorama images.

3D Image Playback and Camera Guide

Playing Back 3D Images

How to play back 3D images on a compatible device.

Using the Camera Guide

How to use the built-in camera guide for operations.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with Automatic Settings (¡AUTO Mode)

Explanation of the automatic shooting mode.

Using Best Mode for Shooting Scene (SCN Mode)

Guide on using Scene (SCN) modes for different situations.

Shooting with Special Effects (MAGIC Mode)

Pet Photography Modes

Specific instructions for pet photography modes.

Creating Panoramic Images

Taking Pictures with [Auto]

Steps for automatic panoramic image creation.

Taking Pictures with [Manual] Panorama

Panorama and 3D Image Capture

Taking Pictures with [PC] Panorama

Instructions for creating panoramas using PC software.

Shooting 3D Images (3D Mode)

How to shoot 3D images.

3D Image Capture Methods

Taking Pictures with [Auto] 3D

Steps for automatic 3D image capture.

Taking Pictures with [Manual] 3D

Steps for manual 3D image capture.

Using Shooting Functions

Using the Flash

Detailed guide on using the camera's flash.

Shooting Closeups (Macro)

Instructions for macro photography.

Using the Self-Timer

Adjusting Brightness and Color

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

How to adjust exposure compensation for brightness.

Adjusting Color Scheme (White Balance)

Guide to selecting white balance for natural colors.

ISO Sensitivity and Sequential Shooting

Selecting ISO Sensitivity

How to adjust ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

Sequential Shooting (Drive)

Instructions for continuous shooting (drive modes).

Shooting Functions Menu

Resetting Shooting Functions to Default

How to reset shooting functions to their default values.

Image Quality Settings

Image Quality for Still Images (Size/Compression)

Guide to selecting image size and compression for still photos.

Image Quality for Movies (Size/Quality)

How to select image quality settings for movies.

Subject Brightness and Focus Area

Brightening Subject Against Backlight (Shadow Adjust)

How to adjust brightness for backlit subjects.

Selecting Focusing Area (AF Mode)

How to select the AF focusing area.

Selecting Metering Method (ESP/)

Explains different metering methods for brightness.

Zoom, Stabilization, and AF Illuminator

Shooting at Higher Magnifications (Digital Zoom)

How to use digital zoom for increased magnification.

Reducing Blur from Camera Shake (Image Stabilizer/IS Movie Mode)

How to use image stabilization to reduce blur.

Using AF Illuminator for Shadowy Subjects (AF Illuminat.)

How to use the AF illuminator for focusing in low light.

Image Viewing and Data Imprinting

Viewing Image Immediately After Shooting (Rec View)

How to view images immediately after they are taken.

Displaying Icon Guides (Icon Guide)

How to display explanations for icons on the screen.

Imprinting Date of Recording (Date Stamp)

How to add date stamps to photos.

Recording Sound for Movies

Playback, Editing, and Printing Menus

Playing Back Pictures Automatically (Slideshow)

How to play back images automatically in a slideshow.

Searching and Playing Related Images (Photo Surfing)

How to search and play related images.

PC Software, Image Resizing, and Adding Sound

Using PC Software and Importing Data

How to use PC software and import data.

Changing the Image Size

How to resize images.

Adding Sound to Still Images

How to add sound to still images.

Image Retouching and Erasing

Retouching Skin and Eyes (Beauty Fix)

How to retouch skin and eyes in photos.

Brightening Dark Areas (Shadow Adjust)

How to brighten dark areas in photos.

Retouching Red Eyes (Redeye Fix)

How to fix red eyes in photos.

Erasing Images

How to erase images.

Image Management and Print Settings

Selecting and Erasing Images (Sel. Image)

How to select and erase individual images.

Erasing All Images (All Erase)

How to erase all images at once.

Protecting Images

How to protect images from accidental deletion.

Rotating Images

How to rotate images.

Other Camera Settings Menus

Erasing Data Completely (Memory Format/Format)

How to completely erase data from memory.

Copying Images to Card (Backup)

How to back up images to the memory card.

Using an Eye-Fi Card

How to use an Eye-Fi card.

Camera Connection and Startup Settings

Selecting Connection Method (USB Connection)

How to select connection methods via USB.

Saving Mode When Camera is Turned Off (KeepSettings)

How to save the last used shooting mode.

Choosing Opening Screen Display (Pw On Setup)

How to configure the camera's startup screen.

Sound and File Name Settings

Selecting Camera Sound and Volume (Sound Settings)

How to adjust camera sounds and volumes.

Resetting File Names of Pictures (File Name)

How to reset file naming conventions.

Monitor, TV Output, and Image Processing

Adjusting Monitor Brightness

How to adjust the monitor's brightness.

Playing Back Images on TV (TV Out)

How to play back images on a TV.

Adjusting CCD and Image Processing (Pixel Mapping)

How to adjust CCD and image processing.

Playing Back Camera Images on TV

TV Remote Control, Power Saving, and Language

Operating Images with TV Remote Control

Controlling playback using a TV remote.

Saving Battery Power (Power Save)

How to enable power saving features.

Changing Display Language

How to change the camera's display language.

Date, Time, and Data Restoration

Setting the Date and Time

Guide on setting the camera's date and time.

Choosing World Time Zones

How to set world time zones.

Restoring Data in Camera (Data Repair)

How to restore camera data.

Printing Overview

Direct Printing (PictBridge)

How to print directly using PictBridge.

Printing with Standard Settings (Easy Print)

How to print using default printer settings.

Print Management and Customization

Exiting the Printing Process

How to stop the printing process.

Changing Printer Settings (Custom Print)

How to customize printer settings.

Image Cropping for Printing

Printing Control and Reservations

Canceling Printing

How to cancel an ongoing print job.

Print Reservations (DPOF)

How to make print reservations using DPOF.

Single-Frame Print Reservations

Print Reservation Management

Reserving One Print of All Images on Card

How to reserve one print for all images on the card.

Resetting All Print Reservation Data

How to reset all print reservation data.

Usage Tips and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Solutions for common camera problems.

Monitor Tips

Tips related to the camera's monitor.

Date and Time Function Notes

Notes on date and time settings.

Error Messages and Corrections

Photography Shooting Tips

Focusing Techniques

Tips and techniques for achieving proper focus.

Photography Techniques

Camera Shake Prevention

How to prevent camera shake.

Exposure and Brightness Adjustment

Tips for adjusting exposure and brightness.

Color Hue Adjustment

Tips for adjusting color hue.

Image Quality Enhancement

Tips for achieving better image quality.

Photography and Playback Tips

Panorama Shooting Tips

Tips for taking panoramic photos.

Battery Management Tips

Tips for managing battery life.

Playback and Editing Tips

Tips for playback and editing images.

Appendix: Camera Care and Batteries

Camera Care Instructions

Instructions on how to care for the camera.

Battery Information

Detailed information about camera batteries.

Memory Card and Accessory Information

USB-AC Adapter Information

Information about the USB-AC adapter.

Memory Card Operations

Instructions for using memory cards.

Image Saving Location and Card Process

Checking the Image Saving Location

How to check where images are being saved.

Readout/Recording Process of the Card

Explanation of the card read/write process.

Storable Pictures and Recording Length (Still Images)

Movie Recording Information

Movie Recording Lengths

Table detailing movie recording lengths.

Increasing Picture and Video Capacity

Tips for increasing the number of photos and videos.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Precautions

General safety guidelines for using the product.

Handling the Camera Safely

Precautions for handling the camera safely.

Battery Handling Precautions

Usage Environment and Battery Precautions

Caution for Usage Environment

Precautions regarding environmental factors affecting the camera.

Battery Handling Precautions (Detailed)

Specific guidelines for handling camera batteries safely.

Monitor, Legal, and Warranty Information

LCD Monitor Information

Information about the camera's LCD monitor.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Details regarding the product's warranty.

Regulatory and Warranty Information

FCC Notice

Information regarding FCC compliance.

OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY

Details of the worldwide limited warranty for imaging products.

Warranty Exclusions

Service and Warranty Procedures

What to Do When Service is Needed

Instructions for obtaining product service.

International Warranty Service

Details on international warranty service.

Warranty Provisions

Provisions of Warranty

General provisions of the product warranty.

Provisions of Guarantee

Details on the product guarantee terms and conditions.

Warranty Maintenance and Regional Notes

Notes Regarding Guarantee Maintenance

Notes on maintaining validity of the product guarantee.

Warranty Provisions (Asia)

Warranty provisions specific to customers in Asia.

Warranty Notes, Disclaimers, and Trademarks

Notes Regarding Warranty Maintenance

Notes on maintaining warranty validity.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Disclaimer regarding the product warranty.

Trademarks

List of trademarks used in the manual.

SPECIFICATIONS

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