Olympus XZ-1 User Manual

Instruction Manual
XZ-1
DIGITAL CAMERA
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Olympus XZ-1 Specifications

General

Megapixel	10 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CCD
Image stabilizer	Yes
Image sensor size	1/1.63 \
Supported aspect ratios	4:3
Maximum image resolution	3648 x 2736 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	640 x 480, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 960, 1600 x 1200, 2560 x 1920, 3200 x 2400, 3648 x 2736
Digital zoom	4 x
Focal length range	6 - 24 mm
Maximum aperture number	2.5
Minimum aperture number	1.8
Number of aspheric elements	6
Lens structure (elements/groups)	11/8
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)	112 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)	28 mm
Digital SLR	No
Power source type	Battery
Dimensions (WxDxH)	110.6 x 42.3 x 64.8 mm
Camera shutter speed	0.0005 - 2 s
Compatible operating systems	Windows XP SP2/XP x64Edition/Vista/Vista SP1/7\\r Mac OS 10.3-10.6
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	28 - 112 mm
Normal focusing range	0.6 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Single Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (tele)	0.3 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)	0.1 - ∞ m
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, Auto
Light exposure modes	aperture priority AE, auto, manual, shutter priority AE
Flash modes	Auto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Internal memory	54.6 MB
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Maximum memory card size	64 GB
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Field of view	100 %
Display diagonal	3 \
Display resolution (numeric)	610000 pixels
USB version	2.0
HDMI connector type	Micro
Scene modes	Portrait
Image editing	resizing, trimming
Photo effects	Muted, Vivid
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Shade
Shooting modes	Aperture priority, Shutter priority
Camera playback	movie, single image, slide show
Self-timer delay	2, 12 s
Product color	Black
Battery type	Li-50B
Battery life (CIPA standard)	320 shots
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	30 - 90 %
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	2 s

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	42.3 mm
Width	110.6 mm
Height	64.8 mm
Weight	275 g

Summary

Camera Settings

Using the Live Control

Using the Menus

Preparing the Camera

Inserting Battery and Memory Card

Instructions for inserting the battery and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card.

Software Installation and Camera Connection

Charging the Battery via USB-AC Adapter

Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing Images

Shooting in Program Auto Mode

Shooting Movies

Erasing Images During Playback

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with Automatic Settings (iAUTO)

Camera automatically selects optimal mode based on the scene.

Aperture Priority Mode (A)

Shutter Priority Mode (S)

Manual Shooting Mode (M)

Low Light Shooting

Scene Mode (SCN)

Special Shooting Scenarios

Panoramic Image Creation

Shooting with Special Effects (Art Filter)

Using Shooting Functions

Focus Modes and Close-Ups

Using the Flash

Sequential Shooting and Self-Timer

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Selecting ISO Sensitivity

Processing Options (Picture Mode)

Adjusting White Balance

Adjusting Flash Output (Flash Compensation)

Camera Metering Methods

Menus for Shooting Functions

Resetting Shooting Functions

Selecting Image Color Tone (Picture Mode)

Adjusting Flash Settings

Bracketing Settings

Image Stabilizer Function

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Retouching Photographs

Edit RAW or JPEG images directly on the camera.

JPEG Image Editing Options

Print Order and Image Erasure

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Custom Mode Setup and Backup

Erasing Data Completely (Memory Format)

Format the memory card or internal memory to erase all data.

Viewing Images on TV via AV Cable

Viewing Images on TV via HDMI Cable

Printing Images Directly (PictBridge)

Print Reservations (DPOF)

Usage Tips and Troubleshooting

Battery Issues

Troubleshooting steps for battery-related problems like camera not working.

Shutter Button Issues

Error Messages and Corrective Actions

Shooting Tips: Focusing

Camera Shake and Exposure Tips

Battery Life Management

Appendix: Camera Care and Storage

Battery and USB-AC Adapter Details

Information on the specific battery and adapter, including cautions and usage.

Connecting Camera and Using Memory Cards

Using External Viewfinders and Flash Units

Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Covers reading instructions, cleaning, attachments, and water/moisture handling.

Handling the Camera Safely

Warnings about explosive gases, flash usage, and environmental conditions.

Camera Specifications

Battery and USB-AC Adapter Specifications