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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Model No. : E-M5 II 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.
This notice concerns the supplied fl ash unit and is chiefl y directed to users in North America. Information for Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: •...
Table of Contents Choosing shutter speed Quick task index (S shutter-priority mode) ..36 Names of parts ......10 Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) ..37 Preparation Shooting with long exposure time (BULB) ........37 Unpack the box contents ...12 Live composite photography Charging and inserting the (dark and light fi...
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Taking HDR (High Dynamic Setting the color reproduction Range) images ......53 format (Color Space) ....73 Choosing how the camera Movie sound options (recording measures brightness sound with movies) ....74 (metering) .........54 Adding effects to a movie ..74 ISO sensitivity ......54 Adjusting color Playback (white balance) ......55...
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Registering Favorites settings Using the custom menus ..100 (Myset)........86 R AF/MF ........100 Processing options S Button/Dial/Lever ....101 (Picture Mode) ......87 T Release/j .......101 Image quality (K) ....87 U Disp/8/PC ......102 Digital Zoom V Exp/p/ISO ......104 (Digital Tele-converter) .....88 W # Custom ......105 Setting the self timer X K/Color/WB .....105 (j/Y) ........88...
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Changing the connection Using separately sold method ........122 accessories Changing the password ...122 Power Battery Holder Cancelling a share order ..123 (HLD-8) ........139 Initializing wireless LAN External fl ash units designated settings ........123 for use with this camera ..141 Wireless remote control fl ash Connecting the camera to a photography......141 computer and a printer...
Quick task index Shooting Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A) Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN) Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation Live Guide Taking pictures with a blurred background Aperture priority shooting...
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Bulb/time photography Photographing fi reworks Live composite photography Scene mode (SCN) Gradation (Picture Mode) Taking pictures without white subjects Histogram/ appearing too white or black subjects 22 /47 Exposure compensation appearing too dark Highlight&Shadow Control Reducing image noise (mottling) Noise Reduct. Optimizing the monitor/ Monitor brightness 99 /102...
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Playback/Retouch HDMI/Video Out Viewing images on a TV Playback on TV Viewing slideshows with background Slideshow music Brightening shadows Shadow Adj (JPEG Edit) Dealing with red-eye Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) Printing made easy Direct printing Commercial prints Creating a print order Transferring images to a Transferring images to a smartphone smartphone...
Preparation Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Camera Body cap Strap USB cable CB-USB6 • Flash case • Computer software CD-ROM •...
Charging and inserting the battery Charging the battery. Direction indicating mark (C) Charging indicator Lithium ion charger Charging in Lights orange progress Charging AC wall outlet complete Charging indicator Blinks orange Charging error Lithium ion AC cable (Charging time: Up to battery approximately 4 hours) Cautions...
Inserting the card The following types of SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. Eye-Fi Cards Read “Usable cards” (P. 132) before use. Loading the card. • Open the card slot cover. •...
Attaching a lens to the camera Attach a lens to the camera. Rear cap Lens attachment mark • Remove the rear cap of the lens and the body cap of 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.
Using the monitor You can change the orientation and angle of the monitor. At the time of purchase, the monitor faces inwards. Please use the camera with the monitor facing outwards. Lower angle/Upper angle Self portrait • When the monitor is in the selfi e position, the display on the monitor will fl ip vertically. •...
Power on Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position. • When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on. • To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position. Monitor ON/OFF lever Battery level ;...
Setting the date/time Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The fi le name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct date and time before using the camera. Some functions cannot be used if the date and time have not been set.
Shooting Information displays while shooting Monitor display when shooting Wi-Fi RC BKT S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO UTO UTO B B B S-AF S-AF AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO ISO-A -3 -3 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 1 Card write indicator ......P. 14 i Aspect ratio ........P.
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Monitor display during movie mode Wi-Fi TC 00:00:00:00 DF M-IS M-IS C-AF C-AF AUTO AUTO WMUTX 01:02:03 01:02:03 G Recording level meter .....P. 74, 107 H Silent shooting tab ......P. 41 I Shooting mode........P. 74 J Movie effect ........P. 40 K Time code ........P.
Switching between displays Switching between shooting using live view and shooting using the viewfi nder With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the viewfi nder and shooting using live view with the monitor. Press the u button to switch between shooting methods.
Switching the information display You can switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting using the INFO button. Wi-Fi INFO S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO ISO-A 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 0.0 Information display on Image only INFO INFO Wi-Fi INFO S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO...
Shooting still pictures Use the mode dial to select the shooting Indicator Mode icon mode, and then shoot the image. Types of shooting modes For how to use the various shooting modes, see the following. A ....P. 26 J ......P.
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Adjust the focus. • Display the subject in the center of the monitor, and lightly press the shutter button down to the fi rst position (press the shutter button halfway). The AF confi rmation mark (() will be displayed, and a green frame (AF target) will be displayed in the focus location.
Shooting with touch screen operations Tap T to cycle through touch screen settings. Tap a subject to focus and automatically release the shutter. This function is not available in n mode. Wi-Fi Touch screen operations disabled. Tap to display an AF target and focus on the subject in the selected area.
Using iAUTO mode A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is convenient for beginners. Using live guides Live guides make it easy to access a variety of advanced photographic techniques. Set the mode dial to A.
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Cautions • [Blur Background] and [Express Motions] cannot be set at the same time. • If [RAW] is currently selected for image quality, image quality will automatically be set to [YN+RAW]. • Live guide settings are not applied to the RAW copy. •...
Shooting in scene mode Select a scene according to the subject. Rotate the mode dial to SCN. • A menu of scene menu will be displayed. Select a scene using the arrow pad (FG). • On the scene menu screen, press I to display details of the scene mode on the camera monitor.
• [3D Photo] is subject to the following limitations. [3D Photo] can be used only with a 3D lens. The camera monitor cannot be used to playback images in 3D. Use a device that supports 3D display. Focus is locked. In addition, fl ash and self-timer also cannot be used. Image size is fi...
Using art fi lters Using art fi lters, you can easily have fun with artistic effects. Types of art fi lters Creates an image that emphasizes the beauty of color. Pop Art Creates an image that expresses a soft tone atmosphere. Soft Focus Creates an image that expresses warm light by scattering Pale&Light Color...
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Rotate the mode dial to ART. • A menu of art fi lters will be displayed. Select a fi lter Pop Art using the arrow pad (FG). • Press Q or press the shutter button halfway to select the highlighted item and exit the art fi lter menu. Shoot.
Using PHOTO STORY You can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type. Rotate the mode dial to J. Standard • A PHOTO STORY menu will be displayed. A: Standard B: Speed C: Zoom In/Out D: Layout F: Fun Frames Q: Works in progress Use FG to choose the theme of the PHOTO STORY.
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Shoot an image for the next frame. • View and shoot the subject for the next frame. • Press to cancel the image in the directly preceding ISO-A frame and retake the shot. • Touch any frame to cancel the image in it and retake the shot.
“Point-and-shoot” photography (P program mode) P mode is a shooting mode where the camera automatically sets the optimal aperture and shutter speed according to subject brightness. Set the mode dial to P. Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO S-IS AUTO ISO-A Shutter speed Aperture value FullHD Shooting mode...
Choosing aperture (A aperture-priority mode) Mode A is a shooting mode where you choose the aperture and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate shutter speed. Rotale the mode dial to A. Larger apertures (lower F-numbers) decrease depth of fi eld (the area in front of or behind the focus point that appears to be in focus), softening background details.
Choosing shutter speed (S shutter-priority mode) Mode S is a shooting mode where you choose the shutter speed and let the camera automatically adjust to the appropriate aperture. Rotate the mode dial to S. A fast shutter speed can freeze a fast action scene without any blur. A slow shutter speed will blur a fast action scene.
Choosing aperture and shutter speed (M manual mode) Mode M is a shooting mode where you choose both the aperture and shutter speed. They can be set even in bulb, time, and live composite photography, where the shutter remains open while the shutter button is pressed. Set the mode dial to M. •...
• When using [LIVE TIME], the progress of the exposure will be displayed in the monitor during shooting. The display can also be refreshed by touching the monitor. • [Live Bulb] (P. 104 ) can be used to display the image exposure during bulb photography. Cautions •...
Recording movies You can record movies when the mode dial is on any mode except J (PHOTO STORY). Press the R button to begin recording. • You can change the focus location by touching the screen while recording. R button TC 00:00:00:00 DF 00:02:18 00:02:18...
Using movie mode (n) With movie mode (n), you can create movies that take advantage of the effects available in still photography mode. Use live control to select the settings. g “Adding effects to a movie” (P. 74) You can also apply an after-image effect or zoom in on an area of the image during movie recording.
Movie Tele-converter Touch the icon to display the zoom frame. • You can change the position of the zoom frame by touching the screen or using FGHI. • Press and hold Q to return the zoom frame to a central position. Touch M or press the Fn2 button to zoom in on the area in the zoom frame.
Shooting “My Clips” You can create a single My Clips movie fi le including multiple short movies (clips). You can also add still pictures to the My Clips movie. Shooting Rotate the mode dial to n. Press Q to display the live control, and select M-IS M-IS movie image quality mode using the rear dial.
Editing “My Clips” You can create a single movie fi le from My Clips. The shot clips are stored in My Clips. You can add movie clips and still pictures to My Clips. You can also add screen transition effects and art fi lter effects. Press q and then turn the rear dial to play back My Clips.
When you have fi nished the editings, select [Begin Export] and press Q. • The combined album is saved as a single movie. • Exporting a movie may take some time. • The maximum length for My Clips is 15 minutes and the maximum fi le size is 4 GB. •...
Using shooting options Calling shooting options You can call up especially often-used shooting options using pre-allocated buttons. To select shooting options not assigned to buttons, use the LV super control panel that displays the current status of the shooting settings. Touch or use the arrow pad to select options and change the settings.
Press the Q button in modes. Recommended ISO • The super control panel is displayed. Cursor AUTO AUTO Tap the desired item. NORM AUTO • The item will be highlighted. AEL/AFL Turn the front dial to change a setting. 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023...
Press Q to display the live control. • To hide the live control, press Q again. Cursor Displays Use the rear dial to select the the selected settings, use the front dial to function change the selected setting, M-IS M-IS name and press Q.
Setting the AF target (AF Area) Choose which of the 81 autofocus targets will be used for autofocus. Press the arrow pad to display the AF target. Use FGHI to change to single target display and select the AF position. •...
Face priority AF/pupil detection AF The camera detects faces and adjusts focus and digital ESP. Press the arrow pad to display the AF target. Press the INFO button. • You can change the AF target selection method. Use HI to select an option and press Q. Selection method J Face Priority Off Face priority off.
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF (Super Spot AF) You can zoom in on a portion of the frame when adjusting focus. Choosing a high zoom ratio allows you to use autofocus to focus on a smaller area than is normally covered by the AF target. You can also position the focus target more precisely. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi S-IS AUTO...
Choosing a focus mode (AF mode) Select a focusing method (focus mode). You can choose separate focusing methods for still photography mode and n mode. Press the Q button and select AF mode. M-IS M-IS AF Mode AUTO AUTO S-AF S-AF AUTO AUTO...
Changing the brightness of highlights and shadows When the multi-function button is set to [Highlight&Shadow Control], a setting screen will be displayed when you press HI LIGHT the Fn2 button. Adjust the shadow using the rear dial and the highlight using the front dial. Press and hold the Q button to cancel the setting.
Taking HDR (High Dynamic Range) images The camera shoots several images and automatically combines them into an HDR image. You can also shoot several images and perform HDR imaging on a computer (HDR bracketing photography). Exposure compensation is available with [HDR1] and [HDR2] in P, A, and S modes.
Choosing how the camera measures brightness (metering) Choose how the camera meters subject brightness. Press the Q button and select Metering metering. AUTO AUTO NORM AUTO AEL/AFL Metering 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button. The camera meters exposure in 324 areas of the frame and Digital ESP optimizes exposure for the current scene or (if an option other...
Adjusting color (white balance) White balance (WB) ensures that white objects in images recorded by the camera appear white. [AUTO] is suitable in most circumstances, but other values can be selected according to the light source when [AUTO] fails to produce the desired results or you wish to introduce a deliberate color cast into your images.
One-touch white balance Measure white balance by framing a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the fi nal photograph. This is useful when shooting a subject under natural light, as well as under various light sources with different color temperatures. Select [P], [Q], [W] or [X] (one-touch white balance 1, 2, 3 or 4) and press the INFO button.
Reducing camera shake (image stabilizer) You can reduce the amount of camera shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnifi cation. The image stabilizer starts when you press the shutter button halfway. Press the Q button and select the image stabilizer. Image stabilizer M-IS M-IS...
Sequential shooting/using the self timer Keep the shutter button pressed all the way down to take a series of photos. Alternatively, you can take pictures using the self timer. Press the Q button to select j/Y (sequential shooting/self timer). M-IS M-IS Single AUTO...
Cautions • When you are using S, no confi rmation image is displayed during shooting. The image is displayed again after shooting ends. When you are using T, the image shot immediately before is displayed. • The speed of sequential shooting varies depending on the lens you are using and the focus of the zoom lens.
Shooting still pictures in a higher resolution (High Res Shot) When shooting an unmoving subject, you can shoot pictures in a higher resolution. A high resolution image is recorded by shooting several times while moving the imaging sensor. Please shoot with the camera fi xed to a tripod or similar. You can change the time between the shutter button is pressed all the way down and the shutter is released in [High Res Shot] in X Shooting menu 2.
Selecting image quality (still image quality mode) You can set an image quality mode for still images. Select a quality suitable for the application (such as for processing on PC, use on website etc.). Press Q to select the image quality mode for still images. AUTO AUTO NORM...
Selecting image quality (movie image quality mode) Set a movie image quality mode suitable for the desired use. Set the mode dial to n. Press the Q button to display the live control, and select a movie image quality mode using the rear dial. M-IS M-IS AUTO...
Using a fl ash (fl ash photography) The fl ash can be set manually as required. The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions. Remove the hot shoe cover from the fl ash unit and attach the fl ash to the camera.
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Press the Q button and select fl ash mode. Flash Mode AUTO AUTO NORM Flash mode AUTO AEL/AFL 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 1023 1023 Select an item using the front dial and press the Q button. • The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on the shooting mode.
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Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode LV super Shutter Shooting Flash Conditions for control Flash mode speed mode timing fi ring the fl ash panel limit AUTO Auto fl ash Fires automatically 1/30 sec. – in dark/backlit Auto fl...
Adjusting fl ash output (fl ash intensity control) Flash output can be adjusted if you fi nd that your subject to appears overexposed, or is underexposed even though the exposure in the rest of the frame is just right. Press the Q button and select a fl ash intensity control item.
Adjust exposure compensation. k ISO / j WB Adjust ISO sensitivity using the front dial and white balance using the rear dial. k WB / j ISO Adjust white balance using the front dial and ISO sensitivity using the rear dial. AEL/AFL AE lock or AF lock.
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Peaking Each press of the button switches the monitor between display/non-display. When Peaking is displayed, histogram and highlight/shadow display are not available. When using Peaking, you can change colors and emphasis by pressing the INFO button. AF Stop Stops autofocus. Choose a sequential shooting or self timer option.
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U sing multifunction options Press the button to which the multi-function has been assigned. An option selection dialog will be displayed. [a] assigned to Fn2 button Press and hold Q/Fn2 ISO-A ISO-A 01:02:03 ISO-A ISO-A 01:02:03 01:02:03 250 F5.6 250 F5.6 ISO-A ISO-A...
Processing options (picture mode) Select a picture mode and make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness, and other parameters (P. 69 ). Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Press the Q button and select picture mode. M-IS M-IS Picture Mode Picture Picture mode...
Making fi ne adjustments to sharpness (sharpness) In the [Picture Mode] (P. 70) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to sharpness alone and store the changes. Press Q and select sharpness. Sharpness Adjust the sharpness using the front Sharpness AUTO AUTO dial.
Making fi ne adjustments to tone (gradation) In the [Picture Mode] (P. 70) settings, you can make fi ne adjustments to tone alone and store the changes. Press Q and select tone. Gradation Adjust the tone using the front dial. AUTO AUTO Gradation...
Adjusting the tone of a monotone image (Pict. Tone) You can set and store a color tint for monotone images taken in [Picture Mode] (P. 70). Press Q and select [Picture Mode]. Pict. Tone Select [Monotone] and then [Pict. J Monotone AUTO AUTO...
Movie sound options (recording sound with movies) You can set the recording sound when shooting movies. Rotate the mode dial to n, and AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO press the Q button to select a Movie sound movie sound. Movie R On Switch ON/OFF using the front dial and press the Q button.
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Cautions • The low end of the shutter speed changes according to the frame rate of the movie image quality. • Stabilization is not possible when the camera shake is excessive. • When the inside of the camera becomes hot, shooting is automatically stopped to protect the camera.
Viewing photographs and movies Press the q button. • Your most recent photograph or movie will be displayed. • Select the desired photograph or movie using the front dial (r) or arrow pad. • Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. Front dial Wi-Fi 100-0020...
Index display/Calendar display • From single-frame playback, rotate the rear dial to G for index playback. Rotate further for My Clips playback and further still for calendar playback. • Turn the rear dial to a to return to single-frame playback. 2015.1 Wi-Fi c 11:23 MOV...
Notes • You can change [Joy] to different BGM. Record the data downloaded from the Olympus website onto the card, select [Joy] from [BGM] in step 2, and press I. Visit the following website for the download.
Watching movies Select a movie and press the Q button to display the Movie playback menu. Select [Play Movie] and press the Q Play Movie button to begin playback. Fast-forward and rewind using Share Order H/I. Press the Q button again to pause playback. While Erase playback is paused, use F to view the fi...
Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order]) You can select images you want to transfer to a smartphone in advance. You can also browse just the images included in the share order. When playing back images you want to transfer, press Q to display the playback menu. After selecting [Share Order] and pressing Q, press F or G to set a share order on an image and display h.
Using the touch screen You can use the touch panel to manipulate images. Full-frame playback Viewing additional images • Slide your fi nger to the left to view later frames, right to scroll view earlier frames. Playback zoom • Lightly touch the screen to display the slider and P. •...
Menu functions Basic menu operations The menus contain shooting and playback options that are not displayed by the live control, and let you customize the camera settings for easier use. Preliminary and basic shooting options Advanced shooting options Playback and retouch options Customizing camera settings (P.
Returning to default settings (Reset) Camera settings can be easily restored to default settings. Select [Reset/Myset] in W Shooting Menu 1. Select [Reset] and press Q. Reset/Myset Reset Basic • Highlight [Reset] and press I to choose the reset type. Myset1 No Data Myset2...
Processing options (Picture Mode) You can make individual adjustments to contrast, sharpness and other parameters in [Picture Mode] (P. 70 ) settings. Changes to each picture mode are stored separately. Select [Picture Mode] in W Shooting Menu 1. Shooting Menu 1 Card Setup Reset/Myset Picture Mode...
Digital Zoom (Digital Tele-converter) Digital Tele-converter is used to zoom in beyond the current zoom ratio. The camera saves the center crop. Zoom is increased by about 2×. Select [On] for [Digital Tele-converter] in W Shooting Menu 1. The view in the monitor will be enlarged by a factor of two. •...
Shooting automatically with a fi xed interval (i time lapse shooting) You can set the camera to shoot automatically with a set time lapse. The shot frames can also be recorded as into a single movie. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes.
Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing) “Bracketing” refers to the act of varying settings automatically over a series of shots or a series of images to “bracket” the current value. You can store bracket shooting settings and turn bracket shooting off. Select [Bracketing] in X Shooting Menu 2 and Shooting Menu 2 Bracketing...
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AE BKT (AE bracketing) The camera varies the exposure of each shot. The modifi cation amount can be selected from 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV, or 1.0 EV. In single-frame shooting mode, one photograph is taken each time the shutter button is pressed all the way down, while in sequential shooting mode the camera continues to take shots in the following order while the shutter button is pressed all the way down: no modifi...
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ISO BKT (ISO bracketing) The camera varies the sensitivity over three shots while keeping the shutter speed and aperture fi xed. The modifi cation amount can be selected from 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV, or 1.0 EV. Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera shoots three frames with the set sensitivity (or if auto sensitivity is selected, the optimal sensitivity setting) on the fi...
Recording multiple exposures in a single image (multiple exposure) Record multiple exposures in a single image, using the option currently selected for image quality. Select [Multiple Exposure] in X Shooting Menu 2. Adjust settings. Multiple Exposure Frame Auto Gain Frame Select [2f].
Keystone correction and perspective control ( Keystone Comp.) Use keystone correction for shots taken from the bottom of a tall building, or deliberately exaggerate the effects of perspective. This setting is only available in P/A/S/M modes. Select [On] for [Keystone Comp.] in X Shooting Menu 2.
Setting anti-shock/silent shooting (Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]) By setting anti-shock/silent shooting you can select anti-shock or silent shooting when using sequential shooting or self timer (P. 58). Select [Anti-Shockz/Silent[♥]] in X Shooting Menu 2. Select the item you wish to set. Anti-Shockz Sets the time period between the shutter button being pressed all the way down and the shutter release when shooting in anti-shock mode.
Using the playback menu Playback Menu m (P. 80 ) Playback Menu R (P. 96 ) Edit (P. 96 ) Edit Print Order Print Order (P. 129 ) Reset Protect Connection to Smartphone Reset Protect (P. 98 ) Connection to Smartphone (P. 119 ) Back Displaying images rotated (R) When set to [On], photographs taken with the camera rotated in portrait orientation are...
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Choose from the following options: [Shadow Adj]: Brightens a dark backlit subject. [Redeye Fix]: Reduces the red-eye phenomenon during fl ash shooting. [P]: Use the front dial (r) or rear dial (o) to choose the size of the crop and FGHI to specify the crop position.
Image overlay Up to 3 frames of RAW images taken with the camera can be overlaid and saved as a separate image. The image is saved with the record mode set at the time the image is saved. (If [RAW] is selected, the copy will be saved in [YN+RAW] format.) Select [Edit] in the q Playback Menu and press Q.
Using the setup menu Use the d Setup Menu to set the basic camera functions. Setup Menu --.--.-- --:-- English j±0 k±0 Rec View 0.5sec Wi-Fi Settings c Menu Display Firmware Back Option Description Set the camera clock. (Date/time setting) You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from English to another language.
Using the custom menus Camera settings can be customized using the c Custom Menu. Custom Menu R AF/MF (P. 100) Custom Menu S Button/Dial/Lever (P. 101) AF/MF Button/Dial/Lever T Release/j (P. 101) Release/ Disp/ U Disp/8/PC (P. 102) Exp/ /ISO Custom V Exp/p/ISO (P.
S Button/Dial/Lever MENU Option Description Button Function Choose the function assigned to the selected button. [UFunction], [VFunction], [YFunction], [ZFunction], [RFunction], [zFunction], [IFunction], [GFunction], [nFunction], [mFunction], [nFunction], [lFunction] Dial Function You can change the function of the front dial and rear dial. —...
U Disp/8/PC MENU Option Description HDMI [HDMI Out]: Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable. [HDMI Control]: Select [On] to allow the camera to be operated using remotes for TVs that support HDMI control. Video Out Choose the video standard ([NTSC] or [PAL]) used in your country or region.
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— using special-purpose software that can be installed after downloading it from the website below. [0] is available in modes P, A, S, and M. http://support.olympus-imaging.com/oc1download/index/ Multi Function Select the items to use in multi function mode. — Settings...
V Exp/p/ISO MENU Option Description EV Step Choose the size of the increments used when selecting shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and other — exposure parameters. Noise Reduct. This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. [Auto]: Noise reduction is performed at slow shutter speeds, or when the internal temperature of the camera has risen.
W # Custom MENU Option Description Choose the shutter speed used when the fl ash fi res. # X-Sync. Choose the slowest shutter speed available when a fl ash is # Slow Limit used. When set to [On], the exposure compensation value is 47, 66 added to the fl...
X K/Color/WB MENU Option Description Select [Off] to eliminate “warm” colors from pictures taken W Keep Warm — under incandescent lighting. Color Adjust white balance for use with a fl ash. — #+WB Color Space You can select how colors are reproduced on the monitor or —...
{ } Cancel Delete * OLYMPUS does not accept liability for damages arising from disputes involving the use of [Copyright Settings]. Use at your own risk. Z Movie...
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Z Movie MENU Option Description Time Code Set the time codes to record when shooting a movie. Settings [Time Code Mode]: Set [DF] (drop frame) to record time codes corrected for errors with respect to recording time and [NDF] (no drop frame) to record uncorrected time codes.
b Built-In EVF MENU Option Description Built-in EVF Style Choose the viewfi nder display style. Like the monitor, the viewfi nder can be used to display V Info Settings histograms and highlights and shadows. Available when — [Style 1] or [Style 2] is selected for [Built-in EVF Style]. Display a framing grid in the viewfi...
k K Utility MENU Option Description Electronic You can change the zoom speed used when operating the power Zoom Speed zoom lens with the zoom ring. Selfi e Assist Set to [On] to display the self-portrait menu on the monitor when the monitor is deployed in the self-portrait position.
MF Assist [MF Assist] MENU This is a focus assist function for MF. When the focus ring is rotated, the edge of the subject is enhanced or a portion of the screen display is magnifi ed. When you stop operating the focus ring, the screen returns to the original display. Magnify Magnifi...
Viewing camera images on TV [HDMI], [Video Out] MENU Use the separately sold cable with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. This function is available during shooting. Connect the camera to an HD TV using an HDMI cable to view high-quality images on a TV screen. When connecting TVs using an AV cable, fi...
Using the TV remote control The camera can be operated by a TV remote control when connected to a TV that supports HDMI control. g [HDMI] (P. 102) The camera monitor turns off. Notes • You can operate the camera by following the operation guide displayed on the TV. •...
Adding information displays [G/Info Settings] MENU LV-Info (Shooting information displays) Use [LV-Info] to add the following shooting information displays. The added displays are displayed by repeatedly pressing the INFO button during shooting. You can also choose to not show displays that appear at the default setting. I S O 01:02:03 01:02:03...
G Settings (Index/calendar display) You can add an index display with a different number of frames and calendar display using [G Settings]. The additional screens are displayed by turning the rear dial. Wi-Fi 2015.01.01 12:30 100-0020 2015.01.01 12:30 2015.01.01 12:30 Single-frame 2015.01.01 12:30 4 frames...
Combinations of movie image sizes and compression rates [K Set] MENU You can set the JPEG image quality by combining image size and compression rate. Image size Compression rate Application Name Pixel count (Super (Fine) (Normal) (Basic) Fine) 4608×3456* Y (Large) 3200×2400* Select for the 2560×1920...
Frame the shot. • Be careful that your fi ngers or the camera strap do not obstruct the lens. Touch C and shoot. • The shot image will be displayed on the monitor. • You can also shoot by touching the subject displayed in the monitor, or by pressing the shutter button.
• If using the wireless LAN function in a country outside the region where the camera was purchased, there is a risk that the camera will not conform to the wireless communication regulations of that country. Olympus will not be held responsible for any failure to meet such regulations.
Following the guide displayed on the monitor, proceed with the Wi-Fi settings. • The SSID, password and QR code are displayed on the monitor. Preparing Wi-Fi Connection Connecting to your smartphone. Read QR code by 'OLYMPUS Image Share'. QR code SSID : E-M5II-P-00000001 SSID Password : 11223344 Password End Wi-Fi Start OI.Share on your smartphone, and read the QR code displayed on...
Transferring images to a smartphone You can select images in the camera and load them to a smartphone. You can also use the camera to select images you want to share in advance. g “Setting a transfer order on images ([Share Order])” (P. 82) Connect the camera to a smartphone (P.
Adding position information to images You can add GPS tags to images that were taken while the GPS log was saving by transferring the GPS log saved on the smartphone to the camera. This is available only in [Private]. Before beginning to shoot, launch OI.Share and turn on the switch on the Add Location button to begin saving the GPS log.
Changing the connection method There are two ways to connect to a smartphone. With [Private] the same settings are used to connect every time. With [One-Time] different settings are used each time. You may fi nd it convenient to use [Private] when connecting to your own smartphone and [One-Time] when transferring images to a friend’s smartphone etc.
Cancelling a share order Cancel share orders that are set on images. Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q. Select [Reset share Order] and press I. Select [Yes] and press Q. Initializing wireless LAN settings Initializes content of [Wi-Fi Settings]. Select [Wi-Fi Settings] in the d Setup Menu and press Q.
Connecting the camera to a computer and a printer Connecting the camera to a computer Multi-connector Smaller terminal Look for this mark. USB port USB cable Cautions • If nothing is displayed on the camera screen even after connecting the camera to the computer, the battery may be exhausted.
• An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. Cautions • If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, open CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) in Windows Explorer and double-click “LAUNCHER.EXE”. • If a “User Account Control” dialog is displayed, click “Yes” or “Continue”.
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Settings Minimum 65,536 colors (16,770,000 colors recommended) • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. • For details on how to use the software, please see the help function in the software.
Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. Multi-connector Smaller terminal Look for this mark.
Custom printing Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, a dialog should be displayed in the monitor prompting you to choose a host. If it is not, select [Auto] for [USB Mode] (P. 103 ) in the camera custom menus.
Setting printing data Select whether to print printing data such as the date and time or fi le name on the picture when printing. When the print mode is set to [All Print] and [Option Set] is selected, the following options appears. <×...
Select the date and time format and press Q. The pictures are printed without the date and time. Date Time The pictures are printed with the shooting Date date. Back The pictures are printed with the shooting Time time. • When printing images, the setting cannot be changed between the images. Select [Set] and press Q.
Battery, battery charger, and card Battery and charger • The camera uses a single Olympus lithium-ion battery. Never use any battery other than genuine OLYMPUS batteries. • The camera’s power consumption varies widely with usage and other conditions. • As the following consume a lot of power even without shooting, the battery will be drained quickly.
SD memory card (commercially available) can be used with this camera: SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Eye-Fi. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. SD card write protect switch The SD card body has a write protect switch. If you set the switch to the “LOCK”...
• The actual fi le size varies according to the subject. • The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor is 9999. • For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus website.
Interchangeable lenses Choose a lens according to the scene and your creative intent. Use lenses designed exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds system and bearing the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL label or the symbol shown at right. With an adapter, you can also use Four Thirds System and OM System lenses.
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifi cations Names of parts 1 Front cap 2 Filter mount thread 3 Focus ring 4 Zoom ring (zoom lenses only) 5 Mount index 6 Rear cap 7 Electrical contacts 8 UNLOCK switch (only retractable lenses) 9 Decoration ring (only some lenses, remove when attaching a lens hood) When storing, rotate the zoom ring while pressing the UNLOCK switch (8).
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Using power zoom lenses with macro functions (ED12-50mm f3.5-6.3EZ) Lens operation is determined by the position of the zoom ring. MACRO button Zoom ring MACRO While pressing Rotate the zoom ring for power zoom. E-ZOOM (Power Zoom) Zoom speed is determined by the amount of rotation. M-ZOOM (Manual Zoom) Rotate the zoom ring to zoom in and out.
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Cap lens control (BCL-0980 Fisheye, BCL-1580) Use the MF lever to open and close the lens barrier, and adjust the focus between infi nity and close-up. • There is no data communication between camera and lens. • Some functions of the camera cannot be used. •...
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ED12-50mm BCL-0980 Items 25mm f1.8 f3.5-6.3EZ Fisheye Mount Micro Four Thirds mount Focal length 25 mm 12 – 50 mm 9 mm Max. aperture f/1.8 f/3.5 – 6.3 Image angle 49.5° 84° – 24° 140° 7 groups, 9 groups, 4 groups, Lens confi...
Using separately sold accessories Power Battery Holder (HLD-8) You can extend camera usage time by using the power battery holder with the camera’s battery. You can assign functions to the camera’s custom menu using the dial and Fn button. You can use an AC adaptor (sold separately) via the HLD-8. You can remove the battery portion from the HLD-8 and attach only the grip portion to the camera body.
Splash resistance (when Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX1 attached to a camera) (under OLYMPUS test conditions) Cautions • Do not use batteries or AC adaptors other than those specifi ed. Doing so may cause an injury or may cause the device to fail or explode.
External fl ash units designated for use with this camera With this camera, you can use one of the separately sold external fl ash units to achieve a fl ash suited to your needs. The external fl ashes communicate with the camera, allowing you to control the camera’s fl...
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Adjust the settings for each group in the LV super control panel. Flash intensity value Group Normal fl ash/Super FP fl ash • Select the fl ash control • Switch between normal mode and adjust the fl ash fl ash and Super FP fl ash. A Mode intensity separately for +5.0...
• Using obsolete fl ash units that apply currents of more than about 250 V to the X-contact will damage the camera. • Connecting fl ash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus specifi cations may damage the camera.
OLYMPUS Viewer 3 Digital Photo Managing Software *1 Not all lenses can be used with adapter. For details, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site. Also, please note that manufacture of OM System Lenses has been discontinued. *2 For compatible lens, refer to the Olympus Official Web Site.
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: E-M5II compatible products : Commercially available products For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website. Lens Converter Lens* M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm f2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f1.8 FCON-P01 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f2.8 Fisheye M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm f1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm f1.8 WCON-P01 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f2.8 Macro...
Information Shooting tips and information The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not fully charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold •...
Noise reduction is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. The camera activates the noise-reduction process after shooting at slow shutter speeds. During which, shooting is not allowed. You can set [Noise Reduct.] to [Off]. g [Noise Reduct.] (P.
Error codes Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication The card is not inserted, or it Insert a card or insert a different cannot be recognized. card. No Card Insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. There is a problem with the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it Card Error cannot be used.
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Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication Turn off the camera and wait for the internal temperature to cool. The internal temperature of Wait a moment for the camera to the camera has risen due to turn off automatically. Internal camera sequential shooting.
Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera. Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image pickup device and image processing functions. After using the monitor or taking continuous shots, wait for at least one minute before using the pixel mapping function to ensure that it operates correctly.
Menu directory *1: Can be added to [Myset]. *2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset]. *3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset]. K Shooting Menu Function Default *1 *2 *3 ― Card Setup ― Reset/Myset ...
q Playback Menu Function Default ― Start Slide Slide Interval 3sec Movie Interval Short ― RAW Data Edit ― JPEG Edit Sel. Image Edit ― ― Image Overlay ― Print Order ― Reset Protect ―...
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Function Default *1 *2 *3 R AF/MF Magnify MF Assist Peaking P Set Home AF Illuminat. I Face Priority AF Area Pointer S Button/Dial/Lever UFunction AEL/AFL VFunction Multi Function YFunction ZFunction...
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Function Default *1 *2 *3 U Disp/8/PC HDMI Out 1080p HDMI HDMI Control ― Video Out iAUTO Live Guide P/A/S/M Live SCP KControl Settings Art Menu Scene Menu q Info Image Only, Overall ...
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Function Default *1 *2 *3 V Exp/p/ISO EV Step 1/3EV Noise Reduct. Auto Noise Filter Standard Auto ISO Step 1/3EV High Limit: 1600 ISO-Auto Set ...
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Function Default *1 *2 *3 Y Record/Erase Quick Erase RAW+JPEG Erase RAW+JPEG File Name Reset Edit Filename Priority Set dpi Settings 350dpi Copyright Info. Copyright Artist Name — Settings Copyright Name —...
Specifi cations Camera Product type Product type Digital camera with interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Standard lens system Lens M.Zuiko Digital, Micro Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on Approx. twice the focal length of the lens a 35 mm fi...
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Humidity 30% - 90% (operation)/10% - 90% (storage) Splash resistance Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX1 (under OLYMPUS test conditions) HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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Approx. 43.6 mm (W) × 49.4 mm (H) × 39 mm (D) (1.7" × 1.9" × 1.5") Approx. 51 g (0.1 ℓb.) Weight Splash resistance Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX1 (under OLYMPUS test conditions) Lithium ion battery MODEL NO. BLN-1 Product type...
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.
• Take precautions when carrying or storing • Accidentally being injured by the batteries to prevent them from coming into moving parts of the camera. contact with any metal objects such as • Use SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards or jewelry, pins, fasteners, keys, etc. Eye-Fi cards only.
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Direct sunlight, beaches, locked • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion cars, or near other heat sources (stove, battery. Use the specifi ed genuine battery.
When using the camera in extremely cold • The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed places, it is a good idea to occasionally place to be used only for the Olympus digital it in a warm place. The monitor exhibiting camera.
Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
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(a) such defect developed under normal and repaired, tampered with, altered, changed, proper use and (b) the Product is covered under or modifi ed by persons other than Olympus’s this limited warranty. own authorized service personnel unless Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective repair by others is made with the written Products shall be Olympus’s sole obligation and...
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PRODUCT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE. IN NO placed and recorded Olympus serial number, EVENT SHALL OLYMPUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY unless they are a model on which Olympus INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL does not place and record serial numbers. OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND...
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Product serial number corresponding to Please do not throw the the serial number on the Product (unless it equipment into the domestic is a model on which Olympus does not place refuse. and record serial numbers); Please use the return and 3) A detailed description of the problem;...
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(such as keeping be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, the product under conditions of high free of charge. In order to enable Olympus to temperature and humidity, near insect provide you with the requested warranty services...
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Apical Limited. • Micro Four Thirds, Four Thirds, and the Micro Four Thirds and Four Thirds logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of the OLYMPUS IMAGING Corporation in Japan, the United States, the countries of the European Union, and other countries.
Index Symbols AF Mode ........51, 100 AF Tracking .........51 # RC Mode ........141 All > ..........105 W ............99 Anti-Shock ...........95 c Menu Display ........99 ART (Art fi lter) ........23, 30 P Set Home ........100 Art Effects ..........31 I (Face Priority AF) ....49, 100 Art Fade ..........40 j H fps..........101 Art Filter ..........30...
Connection to Smartphone ....119 High Dynamic Range (HDR) ....53 Continuous AF ........51 Highlight&Shadow Control....52 Copyright Settings ......107 High Res Shot ........60 Custom Menu (c) ......100 Histogram Display .......22 Histogram Settings ......102 Date/time setting X......18 Dial Direction ........101 iAUTO (A) ......23, 26, 39 Dial Function........101 Image Aspect ........60 Digital Tele-converter .....67, 88...
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Print reservation < ......129 Priority Set .........106 M (Manual mode) ........37 Program shift (%) .......34 Manual Focus (MF) .....51, 136 Pupil Detection AF .......49 Menu Display (c Menu Display) ..99 Metering..........54 MF ............67 Quick Erase ........106 MF Assist ........100, 111 Quick motion movies ......44 MF (Manual focus).......51, 136 Mode Dial Function......101...
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Slideshow ..........80 Slow motion movies......44 Slow Synchronization ......64 Small Target (Small AF target) .....48 sRGB ..........106 Storage ..........124 Super Spot AF (Zoom frame AF) ..50 Test Picture ..........67 Time Lapse Movie .......89 Time Lapse Shooting ......89 Time Photography .......37 Touch AF..........25 Touch Screen Settings.......109 TV ............