User manual OLYMPUS E-400

EN Basic guide DIGITAL CAMERA Mastering the E-400 Improving your shooting skills ­ Shooting guides Shooting functions Playback functions Customizing the settings / functions of your camera Printing Using the OLYMPUS Master software Getting to know your camera better Information Interchangeable lenses Others Instruction Manual ( We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs. ( The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product. ( The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are addition and / or modification of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Structure of this manual Basic camera operation Basic guide This section explains the preparations and settings for the camera, and basic camera operation from easy techniques for shooting to playback and erase functions. Attaching the strap ........................................ 3 Preparing the battery .................................... 3 Attaching a lens to the camera ..................... 4 Loading the card ........................................... 5 Power on....................................................... 6 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter ................. 6 Setting the date / time ................................... 7 Shooting........................................................ 8 Playback / Erasing ........................................ 9 Mastering the E-400 P. 10 Read chapter 1 to master the basic camera operation before proceeding to use the various functions available on this camera. · Operating the camera g "Mastering the E-400" (P. 14) · Learn how to use the functions in the shooting guides g "Improving your shooting skills ­ Shooting guides" (P. 20) · Proceed to the pages on the various functions. Locating the information you need g "Shooting tips and information" (P. 82), "Menu directory" (P. 94), "Names of parts" (P. 100), "Index" (P. 122) Indications used in this manual Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. TIPS g Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. Reference pages describing details or related information. 2 EN Basic guide Attaching the strap Thread the strap as indicated by the arrows (1, 2). Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is fastened securely (3). 1 2 3 Basic guide Preparing the battery 1 Charging the battery. Lithium ion battery (BLS-1) Lithium ion charger (BCS-1) Charging indicator Red light: Charging in progress Green light: Charging completed (Charging time: Approx. 210 minutes) 3 1 AC cable 2 AC wall outlet 2 Loading the battery. Direction indicating mark 1 Battery compartment lock 3 Battery compartment cover 2 · Close the battery compartment cover until a click is heard. Unloading the battery Press the battery lock to unlock and remove the battery. · It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the battery in use drains. Battery lock EN 3 Attaching a lens to the camera 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens. 2 Basic guide 1 2 Rear cap 1 Body cap 2 Attaching a lens to the camera. · Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on the lens, then insert the lens into the camera's body (1). Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it click (2). · Do not press the lens release button. Lens attachment mark (Red) Alignment mark (Red) 2 1 3 Remove the lens cap. Lens cap Removing the lens from the camera While pressing the lens release button (1), rotate the lens in the direction as indicated by (2). Lens release button 2 1 4 EN Loading the card Open the card cover and insert the card. Compact Flash / Microdrive Insert the card's contact area into the slot as far as it can go. Mark xD-Picture Card Insert the card until it is locked into place. Basic guide Card cover Card access lamp CF card slot xD-Picture Card slot Removing the card · Never open the card cover while the card access lamp is blinking. Compact Flash / Microdrive · Press the eject button all the way in and let it pop out, then press it all the way in again to eject the card. · Pull out the card. xD-Picture Card · Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected. · Pull out the card. Eject button EN 5 Power on Set the camera's power switch to ON. To turn off the power, set the power switch to OFF. Basic guide INFO button Set the mode dial to AUTO. SSWF indicator LCD monitor When the camera is turned on, the control panel screen is displayed on the monitor. If the control panel screen does not appear, press the INFO button. Control panel screen Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is turned on. Ultrasonic vibrations are used to remove dust and dirt from the image pickup device's filter surface. The SSWF (Super Sonic Wave Filter) indicator blinks while dust reduction is working. Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter Adjust the viewfinder's diopter in accordance with your vision. While looking through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial little by little. When you can see the AF frame clearly, adjustment is complete. Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder AF frame 6 EN Setting the date / time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. 1 Press the MENU button Basic guide CUSTOM RESET SETTING MENU a d c i Y/M/D Y/M/D 2 3 4 Use ac to select [Z], then press d. Use ac to select [X], then press d. Use ac to select the year [Y], then press d. Y/M/D Y/M/D 5 6 7 8 Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set. · The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. Use ac to select the date format. Press the i button. Press the MENU button to exit. 7 EN Shooting 1 Holding the camera. Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and the flash. Basic guide Horizontal grip Vertical grip 2 3 Place the AF frame on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder. Halfway down Adjust the focus. Press the shutter button gently (halfway). · The focus is locked when a beep tone is output. The AF confirmation mark and the AF focusing frame light up in the viewfinder. · The shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed. · The control panel screen is not displayed when the shutter button is pressed. AF confirmation mark Shutter speed Aperture value Shutter button Card access lamp 4 Release the shutter. Press the shutter button all the way (fully). · When a picture is taken, a shutter sound is output. All the way down · The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts recording the picture. · Never remove the battery or card while the card access lamp mark is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken. When the camera stops operating To save battery power, the camera automatically enters the sleep mode (stand-by) and stops operating if not used for approximately 1 minute. The camera activates again when you touch any button (the shutter button, arrow pad etc.). g "Sleep timer" (P. 70) 8 EN Playback / Erasing Playing back images Pressing the q (playback) button displays the last picture taken. q button Basic guide Displays the previous frame Displays the next frame Arrow pad Close-up playback Each time you rotate the control dial towards U, the image is enlarged in steps of 2x ­ 14x. Control dial Erasing images Playback the image you want to erase and press the S (erase) button. Use ac to select [YES] and press the i button to erase. S button 9 EN Table of Contents 1 Mastering the E-400 .......................................................................................... 14 Describes the camera's functions and how to operate them. How to use the mode dial .........................................................................................................14 Easy shooting modes ........................................................................................................14 Advanced shooting modes ................................................................................................14 How to set the functions ...........................................................................................................15 How to make function settings ..........................................................................................15 Setting functions using the control panel screen ...............................................................15 Setting functions using direct buttons................................................................................17 Setting on the menu ..........................................................................................................17 Descriptions in this manual ...............................................................................................19 2 Improving your shooting skills ­ Shooting guides.............................................. 20 Describes the shooting methods suitable for individual situation. Basic function guides ................................................................................................................20 Focus: Operating the shutter button..................................................................................20 Brightness: Exposure compensation.................................................................................20 Color: White balance .........................................................................................................21 A guide to functions for different subjects .................................................................................21 Taking landscape pictures .................................................................................................21 Taking flower pictures........................................................................................................23 Taking night scene pictures ...............................................................................................24 3 Shooting functions ............................................................................................. 25 Categorizes and describes the shooting functions according to the shooting modes; shooting functions; focusing; exposure, color and image. Selecting the appropriate mode for shooting conditions Scene mode..............................................................................................................................25 P: Program shooting ................................................................................................................25 A: Aperture priority shooting ....................................................................................................26 S: Shutter priority shooting.......................................................................................................27 M: Manual shooting..................................................................................................................28 Preview function .......................................................................................................................29 Various shooting functions If correct focus cannot be obtained (Focus lock) ......................................................................30 AE bracketing ...........................................................................................................................30 Flash shooting ..........................................................................................................................31 Flash mode........................................................................................................................31 Manual flash ......................................................................................................................33 Setting the flash mode.......................................................................................................35 Using the built-in flash .......................................................................................................35 Flash intensity control........................................................................................................36 External electronic flashes (optional) ................................................................................36 Using the external electronic flash ....................................................................................37 Super FP flash...................................................................................................................37 Using commercially available flashes................................................................................38 Non-specified commercial flashes.....................................................................................38 10 EN Single-frame shooting / sequential shooting .............................................................................39 Self-timer shooting ....................................................................................................................40 Remote control shooting ...........................................................................................................41 Focusing functions AF frame selection ....................................................................................................................43 Focus mode ..............................................................................................................................43 S-AF (single AF) shooting .................................................................................................44 Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF).............................................44 C-AF (contineous AF) shooting .........................................................................................44 Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF) ............................................45 Manual Focus (MF) ...........................................................................................................45 Exposure, image and color Selecting the record mode ........................................................................................................46 Types of record modes......................................................................................................46 Raw data ...........................................................................................................................46 How to select the record mode..........................................................................................47 SQ ­ Setting the number of pixels and compression rate .................................................47 Metering mode ­ Changing the metering system .....................................................................48 Exposure compensation ­ Varying the image brightness .........................................................49 AE lock ­ Locking the exposure ...............................................................................................50 ISO ­ Setting the desired sensitivity to light .............................................................................50 White balance ­ Adjusting the color tone .................................................................................50 Setting the auto / preset / custom white balance...............................................................51 WB Compensation ............................................................................................................52 Setting the one-touch white balance .................................................................................53 Picture mode.............................................................................................................................53 Gradation ..................................................................................................................................54 Noise reduction .........................................................................................................................55 Color space...............................................................................................................................55 4 Playback functions............................................................................................. 56 Describes the functions used when playing back images that have been taken. Single-frame / Close-up playback .............................................................................................56 Index display / Calendar display ...............................................................................................57 Information display....................................................................................................................58 Slideshow .................................................................................................................................59 Rotating images ........................................................................................................................59 Playback on TV.........................................................................................................................60 Editing still images ....................................................................................................................60 Copying images ........................................................................................................................62 Protecting images ­ Preventing accidental erasure..................................................................63 Single-frame protect ..........................................................................................................63 Protecting selected frames................................................................................................63 Canceling all protections ...................................................................................................63 Erasing images .........................................................................................................................64 Single-frame erase S .......................................................................................................64 All-frame erase ..................................................................................................................64 Erasing selected frames....................................................................................................64 EN 11 5 Customizing the settings / functions of your camera ......................................... 65 Describes the other different types of functions. The settings or functions can be changed to suit the environment in which the camera is used. Custom reset setting .................................................................................................................65 AEL / AFL mode .......................................................................................................................67 Other function settings..............................................................................................................68 AEL / AFL memo ...............................................................................................................68 AEL metering.....................................................................................................................68 Compensating all WB........................................................................................................68 Auto pop up .......................................................................................................................68 ; FUNCTION.................................................................................................................68 File name...........................................................................................................................69 Rec view ­ Checking the picture immediately after shooting ............................................69 Setting the beep sound .....................................................................................................70 Monitor brightness adjustment ..........................................................................................70 Sleep timer ........................................................................................................................70 USB mode .........................................................................................................................70 Changing the display language .........................................................................................71 Selecting the video signal type before TV connection.......................................................71 AB (Underwater mode)................................................................................................71 Firmware ...........................................................................................................................71 6 Printing .............................................................................................................. 72 Describes how to print images that have been taken. Print reservation (DPOF) ..........................................................................................................72 Print reservation ................................................................................................................72 Single-frame reservation ...................................................................................................72 All-frame reservation .........................................................................................................73 Resetting the print reservation data ..................................................................................73 Direct printing (PictBridge) ........................................................................................................74 Connecting the camera to a printer ...................................................................................70 Easy printing......................................................................................................................75 Custom printing .................................................................................................................75 7 Using the OLYMPUS Master software............................................................... 77 Describes how to transfer and store the camera's images to your computer. Flowchart ..................................................................................................................................77 Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software .......................................................................77 What is OLYMPUS Master? ..............................................................................................77 Connecting the camera to a computer......................................................................................78 Starting OLYMPUS Master .......................................................................................................79 Displaying the camera's images on your computer ..................................................................79 Downloading images to save on your computer ...............................................................79 Disconnecting the camera from your computer.................................................................80 Viewing still images...................................................................................................................81 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master..................................81 12 EN 8 Getting to know your camera better .................................................................. 82 Reference for help or when you wish to know more about the camera. Shooting tips and information ...................................................................................................82 Tips before you start taking pictures..................................................................................82 Shooting tips......................................................................................................................83 Additional shooting tips and information............................................................................86 Playback tips .....................................................................................................................87 Viewing pictures on a computer ........................................................................................88 When error messages are displayed ........................................................................................88 Error codes........................................................................................................................88 Printing-related indications ................................................................................................89 Camera maintenance ...............................................................................................................90 Cleaning and storing the camera ......................................................................................86 Cleaning Mode ­ Removing dust ......................................................................................86 Pixel mapping ­ Checking the image processing functions ..............................................91 9 Information......................................................................................................... 92 Describes how to handle the cards and rechargeable battery, and contains a directory of the camera's functions and displays. Card basics ...............................................................................................................................92 Usable cards .....................................................................................................................92 Formatting the card ...........................................................................................................93 Battery and charger ..................................................................................................................93 Menu directory ..........................................................................................................................94 Functions that can be set by shooting mode ............................................................................97 List of record modes .................................................................................................................99 Names of parts........................................................................................................................100 Camera............................................................................................................................100 Viewfinder indications......................................................................................................102 Control panel screen .......................................................................................................103 LCD monitor indications (during playback)......................................................................105 Glossary..................................................................................................................................106 Specifications..........................................................................................................................109 10 Interchangeable lenses ....................................................................................112 Describes how to handle interchangeable lenses. Lens ........................................................................................................................................ 112 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens .................................................................................... 113 11 Others...............................................................................................................115 Describes precautions regarding the use of the camera and accessories. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................................... 115 Index .......................................................................................................................................122 EN 13 1 Mastering the E-400 How to use the mode dial 1 Mastering the E-400 The mode dial allows you to change the camera settings easily according to the subject. Some of these settings can also be changed according to the shooting environment. Easy shooting modes · Select according to the shooting scene. The camera sets the appropriate shooting conditions automatically. · When rotating the mode dial or turning off the power in the easy shooting modes, functions with changes made to their settings are restored to the factory default settings. AUTO i l & j / g AUTO PORTRAIT MACRO SPORT NIGHT+ PORTRAIT Scene mode Allows you to shoot using an optimum aperture and shutter speed that the camera sets. The built-in flash pops up automatically in low-light conditions. Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. Suitable for taking close-up pictures (macro shooting). Suitable for capturing fast-moving action without blurring. Suitable for shooting both the main subject and background at night. 19 different scene modes are available to suit a wide range of shooting situations. (gP. 25) LANDSCAPE Suitable for shooting landscapes and other outdoor scenes. Advanced shooting modes · For more advanced shooting and greater creative control, you can set the aperture value and shutter speed. · The settings made in the advanced shooting modes are retained even if the camera is turned off. P Program shooting A Aperture priority shooting S Shutter priority shooting M Manual shooting Allows you to shoot using an aperture and shutter speed that the camera sets. (gP. 25) Allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. (gP. 26) Allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. (gP. 27) Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. (gP. 28) 14 EN How to set the functions How to make function settings There are three basic ways to make function settings with this camera. · Setting while looking at the control panel screen (See below) · Setting using direct buttons (gP. 17) · Setting on the menu (gP. 17) 1 Mastering the E-400 Setting functions using the control panel screen Select an item on the control panel screen and change the setting. Control dial 1 When the power switch is set to ON, the control panel screen (shooting information and setting screen) is displayed on the LCD monitor. · The display changes each time the INFO button is pressed. Control panel screen INFO button i button Power switch p Arrow pad Basic Detailed Display OFF 2 Press the i button. · The cursor (function being selected) on the control panel screen lights. Cursor Direct menu 3 Use p to move the cursor to the function you want to set. E.g.) When setting Sequential / Self-timer / Remote control shooting EN 15 4 Turn the control dial to change the setting. · Pressing the i button while the item is being selected displays the direct menu for that function. Turn the control dial to change the setting. · If you press the i button or you do not operate the control dial within a few seconds, your setting will be confirmed and the control panel screen will be restored. 1 Mastering the E-400 Functions on the control panel screen The functions that can be set on the basic display and detailed display vary. 1 2 3 4 5 67 Basic 10 9 8 1 2 9 10 11 4 5 3, 6, 7, 8 Detailed No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ISO WB Items Basic Detailed Ref. page P. 50 P. 51 White balance compensation Metering mode Card Record mode AF frame Focus mode Sequential shooting / Self-timer / Remote control Flash mode Flash intensity control PICTURE MODE COLOR SPACE SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION GRADATION k P. 52 P. 48 P. 92 P. 47 P. 43 P. 43 P. 39, P. 40 P. 41 P. 35 k P. 36 P. 53 P. 55 P. 54 P. 54 P. 54 P. 54 11 k : Can be set k: Cannot be set 16 EN Setting functions using direct buttons This camera is equipped with direct buttons where functions have been assigned and can be set quickly. 1 Press the button for the function you want to set. · The direct menu is displayed. E.g.) Setting Sequential / Self-timer / Remote control shooting 1 2 Control dial 3 1 Mastering the E-400 Direct menu 2 Turn the control dial to change the setting. · Press the i button to confirm your setting. Or if you do not operate the control dial within a few seconds, your setting will be confirmed and the control panel screen will be restored. List of direct buttons The functions assigned to buttons are as shown below. Direct buttons 1 2 3