Olympus SZ-10 User Manual

Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
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specifi ed, the explanation about these illustrations is provided for SZ-10 and SZ-20.
SZ-10/SZ-20

Olympus SZ-10 Specifications

General

Optical Zoom	18x
Display	3.0-inch LCD
Image Stabilization	Dual Image Stabilization
Storage	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Battery	LI-50B Lithium-Ion Battery
Type	Compact
Digital Zoom	4x
Sensor Size	1/2.3 inch
Image Sensor	CCD
LCD Screen Resolution	460, 000 dots
Video Frame Rate	30 fps
Sensor	1/2.3" CCD
Video Resolution	1280 x 720
ISO Sensitivity	ISO 80-1600
Maximum Aperture	f/3.1 - f/5.9
Minimum Aperture	f/5.9
Shutter Speed	1/2 - 1/2000 sec (up to 4 sec in Night Scene mode)
Weight	215 g (Including battery and memory card)
Dimensions	106.5 x 68.7 x 39.5 mm

Summary

Camera Settings

Using the Direct Buttons

Explains how to access frequently used functions using direct buttons on the camera.

Operation guide

Wheel controller

Details the usage of the wheel controller for navigation and selection within menus and during operations.

Using the Menu

Function menu

Describes how to use the function menu to change camera settings like shooting mode.

Setup menu

Names of Parts

Camera unit

Identifies and labels the various parts and components of the camera unit.

Preparing the Camera

Inserting the battery

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to properly insert the camera battery.

Charging the battery and setting up using the supplied CD

Guides users on charging the battery and setting up the camera using the included software CD.

Date, time, time zone, and language

Inserting the card

Instructions on how to insert a memory card into the camera.

Shooting, Playback, and Erasing

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

Details on using the Program Auto (P) mode for shooting, balancing aperture and shutter speed.

Using the zoom

Changing the shooting information display

Explains how to customize the information displayed on the camera's screen.

Viewing images

Reading a histogram

Explains how to interpret the histogram to assess image brightness and exposure.

Erasing images during playback (Single image erase)

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with automatic settings (¡AUTO mode)

Details on how the camera automatically selects optimal shooting mode for various scenes.

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

Guidance on selecting the Scene Mode (SCN) for specific shooting scenarios.

Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode)

Creating panoramic images ( mode)

Shooting 3D images (3D mode)

Using Shooting Functions

Using the flash

Explains how to select and use different flash functions for various shooting conditions.

Shooting closeups (Macro shooting)

Details on using the macro function for focusing and shooting subjects at close distances.

Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation)

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

Menus for Shooting Functions

Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset]

Instructions on how to reset shooting functions to their original default settings.

Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression]

Selecting the image quality for movies [Image Size/Image Quality]

Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust]

Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode]

Shooting at higher magnifications than optical zoom [Digital Zoom]

Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake when shooting [Image Stabilizer] (still images)/[IS Movie Mode] (movies)

Viewing the image immediately after shooting [Rec View]

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Playing back pictures automatically [Slideshow]

Guides on setting up and playing back slideshows of images from the camera.

Searching for images and playing back the related images [Photo Surfing]

Explains how to search and play back related images using the Photo Surfing function.

Erasing images [Erase]

Protecting images [5]

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Erasing data completely [Memory Format]/[Format]

Instructions for completely erasing all image data from the camera's memory or card.

Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices [USB Connection]

Saving battery power between shots [Power Save]

To play back camera images on a TV

Printing

Direct printing (PictBridge*1)

Guides on printing images directly from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Print Reservations (DPOF*1)

Single-frame print reservations []

Instructions on setting print reservations for individual images using DPOF.

Usage Tips

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera problems and error messages.

Error message

Shooting tips

Focusing

Tips and techniques for achieving proper focus in various shooting situations.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Precautions

Covers essential safety guidelines for product usage, handling, and environment.

Battery Handling Precautions

OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS

WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED

Instructions on how to prepare and send the product for service.

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera

Technical specifications for the camera model, including lens and sensor details.