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Olympus SZ-15 User Manual

Olympus SZ-15
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Instruction Manual
SZ-15/DZ-100
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 SZ-15 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel16 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels16.5 MP
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4608 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 2048 x 1536, 3264 x 2448
Digital zoom96 x
Optical zoom24 x
Focal length range4.5 - 108 mm
Maximum aperture number6.9
Minimum aperture number3
Lens structure (elements/groups)11/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)600 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)25 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.2 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modesSpot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Super Macro focusing range0.03 m
Normal focusing range (tele)0.4 - ∞ m
Light meteringSpot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
ISO sensitivity (max)1600
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter typeMechanical
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed4 s
Flash modesAuto, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction
Flash range (tele)0.4 - 3 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 6.9 m
Power source typeBattery
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedM-JPEG
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Audio formats supportedWAV
Internal memory37.9 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)460000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack
Scene modesBeach, Candlelight, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Portrait, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingResizing
Photo effects-
White balanceCloudy, Fluorescent, Sunny, Tungsten
Shooting modesMovie, Scene
Camera playbackMovie, Single image
Self-timer delay2, 12 s
Camera file systemDCF, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Battery typeLI-50B
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth39.8 mm
Width107.3 mm
Height68.8 mm
Weight (including battery)220 g

Summary

Checking the contents of the box

Names of Parts

Lists and diagrams identifying all camera components and their respective numbers.

Inserting and removing the battery and card

Charging the battery

Connecting the camera

Instructions on how to connect the camera to a power source for charging the battery.

Initial Camera Setup and Settings

Setting Date and Time

Step-by-step guide to set the camera's date and time during initial setup.

Basic Camera Operation Guide

Capturing Still Images

Using the zoom

Choosing Shooting Modes

Shooting Modes Overview

Viewing and Managing Images

Erasing Images During Playback

Recording and Playing Movies

Movie Playback Controls

Instructions for recording and playing back video clips on the camera.

Camera Menu Settings Overview

Camera Settings: Flash, Macro, Self-timer

White Balance and ISO Sensitivity

Setup Menu

Camera Menu 1 Options

Introduces the setup menu and lists Camera Menu 1 options like Reset and Compression.

Setup Menu Navigation

Camera Menu 1 Functionality

Resetting Camera to Default Settings

Explains how to restore camera settings to their factory defaults.

Digital Zoom and Image Stabilization

Date Stamp and Super-Res Zoom Features

Movie Menu Options

Image Editing: Face Retouching and Shadow Adjustment

Rotating and Erasing Images

Data Backup and Eye-Fi Card Usage

Playback on TV

Connecting Camera to Computer

PC Software Installation

Installing OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Software

Guides for installing Olympus Viewer 3 software on Windows and Mac.

Direct Printing with PictBridge

Custom Printing Settings

Usage Tips and Troubleshooting

Camera Troubleshooting Guide

Provides tips for using the camera and troubleshooting common issues.

Date/Time Settings and Error Messages

Correcting Error Messages

Lists error messages and provides corrective actions for camera issues.

Photography Shooting Tips

Camera Shake and Exposure Control

Color Hue and Image Quality

Appendix: Camera Care

Using Memory Cards

Still Picture Storage Capacity

Movie Recording Capacity

Camera Specifications

Battery and Adapter Specifications

Safety Precautions

General Safety Precautions

Important safety warnings and precautions for using the camera and its accessories.

Safe Camera Handling

Battery Safety Precautions

Warranty Information

Product Service and Support

Worldwide Guarantee Terms

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