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Olympus STYLUS-7040 User Manual

Olympus STYLUS-7040
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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.
The application software and instruction manual PDF le are stored on
the internal memory of the camera.
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.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.
Unless otherwise speci ed, the explanation about these illustrations is
provided for STYLUS-9010/-9010.
STYLUS-9010 /
μ
-9010
STYLUS-7040 /
μ
-7040
STYLUS-5010 /
μ
-5010
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Olympus STYLUS-7040 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Image SensorCCD
Effective Pixels14.0 megapixels
Optical Zoom7x
Video RecordingYes
Camera TypeCompact
Digital Zoom5x
Sensor Size1/2.3 inch
Minimum Aperturef/8.0
Movie RecordingYes
Battery Life200 shots
Maximum Video Resolution640 x 480
Focal Length6.9-48.3mm (equivalent to 28-196mm in 35mm format)
Image StabilizationImage Sensor Shift

Summary

Names of Parts

Camera Unit

Identifies and labels the main components of the camera unit.

Preparing the Camera

Inserting the battery

Instructions on how to correctly insert the battery into the camera.

Shooting, Playback, and Erasing

Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode)

Explains shooting in P mode for automatic settings with manual adjustments.

Shooting movies

Guide to starting, recording, and stopping movie capture.

Viewing images

How to navigate and view captured still images and movies.

Erasing images

Steps to individually select and delete unwanted images.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with automatic settings (AUTO mode)

Camera automatically selects optimal shooting mode for the scene.

Using the best mode for the shooting scene (SCN mode)

Selects pre-programmed modes for specific shooting scenes.

Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode)

Applies special visual effects to photos for artistic expression.

Creating panoramic images (PANORAMA mode)

Instructions for capturing and combining multiple shots into a panorama.

Smoothing out skin tone and texture (BEAUTY mode)

Enhances skin tone and texture for portraits.

Using Shooting Functions

Using the flash

Options for controlling the camera's flash behavior in different shooting scenarios.

Shooting closeups (Macro shooting)

Enables focusing and shooting subjects at close distances.

Using the self-timer

Setting the self-timer to delay picture capture after pressing the shutter.

Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation)

Controls image brightness for optimal exposure in various lighting conditions.

Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance)

Selects appropriate white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

Adjusts camera sensitivity to light, affecting image brightness and noise.

Menus for Shooting Functions

Selecting the image quality for still images

Sets image size and compression for still photos.

Selecting the image quality for movies

Configures image size and quality for video recordings.

Brightening the subject against backlight [SHADOW ADJUST]

Adjusts shadows to improve detail in backlit scenes.

Selecting the focusing area [AF MODE]

Chooses the method for camera autofocus, such as face or spot.

Selecting the method for measuring the brightness ESP

Configures the camera's light metering system for exposure.

Shooting at higher magnifications than optical zoom [FINE ZOOM]

Zooms in on subjects without losing image quality.

Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake

Activates image stabilization to minimize blur from camera movement.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Playing back pictures automatically [SLIDESHOW]

Displays captured images in an automatic slideshow with customizable options.

Searching for images and playing back the related images [PHOTO SURFING]

Organizes and searches images based on related information like location or people.

Viewing images by event [EVENT]

Plays back images grouped by shooting date or event.

Retouching the skin and eyes [BEAUTY FIX]

Edits portraits to smooth skin and enhance eyes.

Changing the image size

Resizes images for different uses like email or web.

Changing the color tone of image [COLOR EDIT]

Adjusts the color palette of images (e.g., B&W, Sepia).

Erasing images [ERASE]

Options for deleting single or multiple images from the camera.

Printing

Instructions for printing images directly from the camera.

Print Reservations (DPOF*1)

Sets print preferences like number of copies and date imprint.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Selecting a storage device [INTERNAL/SD]

Manages where images are saved, internal memory or SD card.

Erasing data completely [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT]

Formats memory cards or internal memory, erasing all data.

Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [RESET]

Resets all camera shooting settings to their original factory defaults.

Saving the mode when the camera is turned off [SAVE SETTINGS]

Configures whether the current shooting mode is remembered.

Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS]

Adjusts camera operational sounds, shutter sound, and playback volume.

Setting the date and time

Configures the camera's internal clock and date/time display.

Playing back images on a TV [TV OUT]

Connects the camera to a TV for viewing images.

Usage Tips

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera issues like battery or shutter problems.

Monitor

Explains common monitor display phenomena and their causes.

Shooting tips

Offers advice on achieving better photos in various shooting situations.

Error message

Error message

Lists common error messages and their corresponding corrective actions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera

Details general camera specifications like product type and resolution.

Lens

Technical specifications for the camera's optical lens.

Monitor

Information on the camera's display screen specifications.

Power supply

Details about the battery and power requirements.

Lithium ion battery (LI-42B)

Specifications for the LI-42B lithium-ion battery.

Lithium ion battery (LI-50B)

Specifications for the LI-50B lithium-ion battery.

USB-AC adapter (F-2AC)

Technical details of the included USB-AC adapter.

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