Olympus E-M1 User manual

Table of Contents
Quick task index
1. Preparing the camera and flow of
operations
2. Shooting using the viewfinder
3. Shooting using live view
4. Viewing photographs and movies
5. Basic operations
6. Using shooting options
7. Menu functions
8. Printing pictures
9. Connecting the camera to a
computer and a smartphone
10. Battery, battery charger, and card
11. Interchangeable lenses
12. Using separately sold accessories
13. Information
14. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
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
additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will
differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA

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This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly 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:
• Read and understand all instructions before using.
• Close supervision is necessary when any flash is used by or near children. Do not leave
flash unattended while in use.
• Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
• Do not operate if the flash has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by
qualified service personnel.
• Let flash cool completely before putting away.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse this flash in water or other liquids.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this flash, but take it to qualified
service personnel when service or repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the flash is used subsequently.
• The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Indications used in this manual
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
#Cautions Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction
or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be
absolutely avoided.
$Notes Points to note when using the camera.
%Tips Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of
your camera.
gReference pages describing details or related information.

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Table of Contents
Quick task index 7
Unpack the box contents.............9
Preparing the camera and
flow of operations 10
Names of parts ...........................10
Charging and inserting the
battery .........................................12
Inserting and removing cards...13
Attaching a lens to the
camera.........................................14
Attaching the flash unit .............15
Power on.....................................16
Setting the date/time..................17
Setting the shooting mode........18
Selecting a shooting method....19
Shooting using the
viewfinder 20
Shooting......................................20
Shooting still pictures................20
Recording movies.....................22
Setting shooting functions........23
Using the Multi-function
button........................................23
Using the super control panel...24
Shooting using live view 25
Shooting......................................25
Shooting still pictures................25
Recording movies.....................26
Using the touch screen..............27
Selecting a focusing method ....27
Using the wireless LAN
function.....................................27
Setting shooting functions........28
Using live guides ......................28
Using live control.......................30
Viewing photographs and
movies 31
Viewing photographs and
movies.........................................31
Index display/Calendar
display ......................................31
Viewing still images..................32
Watching movies ......................32
Volume......................................32
Protecting images.....................32
Erasing images.........................33
Selecting images......................33
Using the touch screen..............34
Selecting and protecting
images......................................34
Basic operations 35
Information displays while
shooting......................................35
Viewfinder display when shooting
using the viewfinder..................35
Monitor display when shooting
using live view ..........................36
Switching the information
display ......................................37
Using the shooting modes........38
“Point-and-shoot” photography
(Pprogram mode)....................38
Choosing aperture
(Aaperture-priority mode).......39
Choosing shutter speed
(Sshutter-priority mode)..........40
Choosing aperture and shutter
speed (Mmanual mode)..........41
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Using movie mode (n)............42
Adding effects to a movie
[Movie Effect]............................42
Using art filters..........................44
Shooting in scene mode...........45
Using PHOTO STORY .............47
Commonly used shooting
options ........................................49
Controlling exposure
(exposure compensation).........49
Changing the brightness of
highlights and shadows............49
Locking the exposure
(AE Lock)..................................49
Using a flash
(flash photography)...................50
Choosing a focus target
(AF Area)..................................52
Setting the AF target.................52
Face priority AF/pupil detection
AF.............................................53
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF..........54
Sequential shooting/using the
self timer...................................55
Adjusting color
(white balance).........................56
ISO sensitivity...........................57
Controlling color
(Color Creator)..........................58
HDR photography.....................59
Information display during
playback......................................60
Playback image information .....60
Switching the information
display ......................................60
Changing the playback
information display method.......61
Sharing images over Wi-Fi
connection (Share Order).........62
Manipulating playback
images......................................63
Using shooting options 66
Reducing camera shake
(image stabilizer)......................66
Processing options
(picture mode) ..........................68
Adding effects to a movie.........69
Setting the image aspect..........69
Image quality (record mode).....70
Adjusting flash output
(flash intensity control)..............71
Choosing how the camera
measures brightness
(metering).................................72
Choosing a focus mode
(AF mode).................................73
Movie sound options (recording
sound with movies)...................74
Menu functions 75
Basic menu operations..............75
Using Shooting Menu 1/
Shooting Menu 2 ........................76
Formatting the card
(Card Setup).............................76
Restoring default settings
(Reset/Myset)...........................77
Processing options
(Picture Mode)..........................78
Image quality (K)...................79
Setting the self timer (j/Y)...79
Varying settings over a series
of photographs (bracketing)......80
Recording multiple exposures
in a single image (multiple
exposure)..................................82
Shooting automatically with
a fixed interval (time lapse
shooting)...................................83
Wireless remote control flash
photography..............................84
Digital Zoom
(Digital Tele-converter) .............84
HDR photography.....................84

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Using the playback menu..........85
Displaying images rotated
(R)..........................................85
Editing still images....................85
Canceling all protections ..........87
Using the Smartphone
connection option (Connection
to Smartphone).........................87
Using the setup menu................88
X(Date/time setting)...............88
W(Changing the display
language)..................................88
i(Monitor brightness
adjustment)...............................88
Rec View ..................................88
Wi-Fi Settings...........................88
c/#Menu Display..................88
Firmware...................................88
Setting up a wireless LAN
connection (Wi-Fi Settings) ......89
Using the custom menus...........90
RAF/MF ..................................90
SButton/Dial/Lever .................91
TRelease/j.........................91
UDisp/8/PC..........................92
VExp/p/ISO..........................93
W#Custom............................94
XK/Color/WB.......................95
YRecord/Erase.......................96
ZMovie ...................................97
bBuilt-In EVF..........................97
kKUtility..............................98
AEL/AFL...................................98
MF Assist..................................99
Button Function ........................99
tLever Function.................101
Viewing camera images on
TV...........................................101
Choosing the control panel
displays (KControl
Settings) .................................103
Adding information displays
(G/Info Settings)...................105
Shutter speeds when the flash
fires automatically [#X-Sync.]
[#Slow Limit].........................106
AF focus adjustments.............107
Using the accessory port
menus........................................108
Before using the accessory port
menus.....................................108
Using OLYMPUS PENPAL.....109
AOLYMPUS PENPAL
Share......................................110
BOLYMPUS PENPAL
Album ..................................... 111
CElectronic Viewfinder......... 111
Printing pictures 112
Print reservation (DPOF) .........112
Creating a print order..............112
Removing all or selected
pictures from the print order ...112
Direct printing (PictBridge) .....113
Easy printing...........................114
Custom printing ......................114
Connecting the camera to a
computer and a smartphone
116
Installing the PC software .......116
Copying pictures to a computer
without OLYMPUS Viewer 3.....118
Using the camera wireless
LAN function.............................119
Things you can do with
OI.Share.....................................121

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Battery, battery charger, and
card 122
Battery and charger .................122
Using an optional AC adapter ....122
Using your charger abroad .....122
Usable cards.............................123
Record mode and file size/
number of storable still
pictures .....................................124
Interchangeable lenses 125
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lens
specifications..........................125
Using separately sold
accessories 129
Power Battery Holder
(HLD-7) ......................................129
External flash units designated
for use with this camera..........130
Wireless remote control flash
photography............................131
Other external flash units........132
Principal Accessories..............133
System chart.............................134
Information 136
Shooting tips and
information................................136
Error codes...............................138
Cleaning and storing the
camera.......................................140
Cleaning the camera ..............140
Storage...................................140
Cleaning and checking the
image pickup device...............140
Pixel Mapping - Checking the
image processing functions....141
Menu directory..........................142
Specifications...........................148
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 151
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........151
Index 161

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Quick task index
Shooting g
Taking pictures with automatic settings iAUTO (A)18
Easy photography with special effects Art filter (ART)44
Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 69
Quickly matching settings to the scene Scene mode (SCN)45
Pro-level photography made simple Live Guide 28
Adjusting the brightness of a photograph Exposure compensation 49
Taking pictures with a blurred background Live Guide 28
Aperture priority shooting 39
Taking pictures that stop the subject in
motion or convey a sense of motion Live Guide 28
Shutter priority shooting 40
Taking pictures with the correct color White balance 56
One-touch white balance 57
Processing pictures to match the subject/
Taking monotone pictures Picture Mode 68
Art filter (ART)44
When the camera will not focus on your
subject/Focusing on one area
Using the touch screen 27
AF Area 52
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF 54
Focusing on a small spot in the frame/
confirming focus before shooting Zoom frame AF/zoom AF 54
Recomposing photographs after focusing C-AF+TR (AF tracking) 73
Turning off the beep speaker 8(Beep sound) 93
Taking photos without the flash ISO/DIS Mode 57/45
Reducing camera shake
Image Stabilizer 66
Anti-Shock z94
Self-timer 55
Remote cable 133
Taking pictures of a subject against
backlight Flash shooting 50
Gradation (Picture Mode) 78
Photographing fireworks Bulb/time photography 41
Scene mode (SCN)45
Reducing image noise (mottling) Noise Reduct. 93
Taking pictures without white subjects
appearing too white or black subjects
appearing too dark
Gradation (Picture Mode) 78
Histogram/
Exposure compensation 37/49
Highlight&Shadow Control 49
Optimizing the monitor/
adjusting monitor hue
Monitor brightness
adjustment 88
Live View Boost 92
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Quick task index
Checking set effect before taking a
picture Preview function 100
Test Picture 100
Checking horizontal or vertical orientation
before shooting Level gauge 37
Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid 92
Zooming in on photos to check focus Autoq(Rec View) 88
Self-portraits Self-timer 55
Sequential shooting Sequential shooting 55
Extending the useful life of the battery Sleep 93
Increasing the number of pictures that
can be taken Record mode 70
Playback/Retouch g
Viewing images on a TV HDMI/Video Out 92
Playback on TV 101
Viewing slideshows with background
music Slideshow 65
Brightening shadows Shadow Adj (JPEG Edit) 86
Dealing with red-eye Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) 86
Printing made easy Direct printing 113
Commercial prints Creating a print order 112
Simple photo sharing
Share Order 62
Using the camera wireless
LAN function 119
OLYMPUS PENPAL 109
Connection to Smartphone 87
Camera Settings g
Restoring default settings Reset 77
Saving the settings Myset 77
Changing the menu display language W88

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Unpack the box contents
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
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card
Flash
FL-LM2 Lithium ion battery BLN-1 Lithium ion charger BCN-1
Attaching the strap
1
Thread the strap in the direction of the arrows.
4
3
2
1
2
Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is fastened securely.
5
• Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.

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Names of parts
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1Mode dial lock.................................P. 18
2Rear dial*1(o)
.......................P. 23, 38–41, 56, 58, 105
3Fn2 button ................................P. 23, 49
4H/R(Movie) button........P. 33/P. 22, 99
5Front dial*1(r) .................P. 31, 38–41
6Shutter button.................................P. 21
7Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator
...............................................P. 55/P. 91
8Lens attachment mark....................P. 14
9Y(One-touch white balance) button
........................................................P. 57
0Z(Preview) button.........................P. 39
aMount (Remove the body cap before
attaching the lens.)
bMode dial........................................P. 18
cStereo microphone.............P. 64, 74, 87
dON/OFF lever................................P. 16
eAFm(AF/Metering mode) button
(#/wsettings*2)..........P. 50, 71, 72, 73
fjYHDR (Sequential shooting/Self-
timer/HDR) button
(Bracket settings*2).............P. 55, 37, 80
gExternal flash connector...............P. 132
hMicrophone connector cover
iStrap eyelet.......................................P. 9
jConnector cover
kLens release button........................P. 14
lLens lock pin
mMicrophone connector (Third-party
commercial microphones can be used.
l3.5 stereo mini-plug)
nHDMI connector (Type D).............P. 101
oMulti-connector.............P. 101, 113, 116
*1In this manual, the rand oicons represent operations performed using the front dial
and rear dial.
*2When the lever is set to 2
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1Accessory port..............................P. 108
2Diopter adjustment dial...................P. 20
3u (LV) button..............................P. 19
4Monitor (Touch screen)
................................P. 16, 27, 34, 36, 60
5Viewfinder ..........................P. 19, 20, 39
6Eye sensor
7Eyecup..........................................P. 133
8Hot shoe .......................................P. 130
9AEL/AFL button..................P. 32, 49, 98
0Lever..................................P. 38–41, 91
aINFO button.............................P. 37, 60
bFn1 button ......................................P. 52
cQbutton ..................................P. 30, 75
dArrow pad*......................................P. 31
eMENU button.................................P. 75
fq(Playback) button................P. 31, 61
gSpeaker
h(Erase) button ............................P. 33
iTripod socket
jPBH cover.....................................P. 129
kBattery compartment cover.............P. 12
lBattery compartment lock...............P. 12
mCard slot cover................................P. 13
nCard slot .........................................P. 13
* In this manual, the FGHI icons represent operations performed using the arrow
pad.

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Charging and inserting the battery
1
Charging the battery.
Charging indicator
BCN-1
Charging in
progress Lights orange
Charging
complete Off
Charging error Blinks orange
(Charging time: Up to
approximately 4 hours)
1
2
3AC wall outlet
AC cable
Lithium ion battery
Lithium ion charger
Direction indicating mark ()
Charging indicator
#Cautions
• Unplug the charger when
charging is complete.
2
Loading the battery.
3
2
1
Battery
compartment
lock
Battery
compartment cover
Direction
indicating
mark
3
Closing the battery cover.
Removing the battery
Turn off the camera before opening or closing the
battery compartment cover. To remove the battery, first
push the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow
and then remove.
#Cautions
• Contact an authorized distributor or service center if you are unable to remove the
battery. Do not use force.
$Notes
• It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the
battery in use drains.
• Also read “Battery, battery charger, and card” (P. 122).

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1
Inserting and removing cards
1
Loading the card.
• Open the card slot cover.
• Slide the card in until it is locked into place.
g“Usable cards” (P. 123)
#Cautions
• Turn off the camera before loading or
removing the card.
3
2
1
2
Closing the card slot cover.
• Close firmly until you hear a click.
#Cautions
• Be sure the card slot cover is closed before using the camera.
Removing the card
Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected.
Pull out the card.
#Cautions
• Do not remove the battery or card while the card
write indicator (P. 36) is displayed.
Eye-Fi Cards
Read “Usable cards” (P. 123) before use.

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Attaching a lens to the camera
1
Attach a lens to the camera.
12
Rear cap 2
1
• 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.
• Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it clicks.
#Cautions
• Make sure the camera is turned off.
• Do not press the lens release button.
• Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
2
Remove the lens cap.
2
1
1
Using lenses with an UNLOCK switch
Retractable lenses with an UNLOCK switch cannot
be used while retracted. Turn the zoom ring in the
direction of arrow (1) to extend the lens (2).
To store, turn the zoom ring in the direction of arrow
(4) while sliding the UNLOCK switch (3).
4
1
2
3
Removing the lens from the camera
While pressing the lens release button, rotate the
lens in the direction of the arrow.
2
1
Lens release button
Interchangeable lenses
Read “Interchangeable lenses” (P. 125).

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1
Attaching the flash unit
1
Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the
camera.
• Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and
is securely in place.
2
3
1
2
1
UNLOCK switch
2
To use the flash, raise the flash head.
• Lower the flash head when the flash is not in use.
#Cautions
• When not using the accessory port, be sure to attach the cover.
Removing the Flash Unit
Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the flash
unit. 2
1
UNLOCK switch

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Power on
1
Move the ON/OFF lever to the ON position to turn on the camera.
• When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.
• To turn off the camera, return the lever to the OFF position.
ON/OFF lever
 Monitor
Battery level
;(green): Camera ready to shoot.
:(green): Low battery
](blinks red): Charge the battery.
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Using the monitor
2
1
You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
Camera sleep operation
If no operations are performed for a minute, the camera enters “sleep” (stand-by) mode to
turn off the monitor and to cancel all actions. The camera activates again when you touch
any button (the shutter button, qbutton, etc.). The camera will turn off automatically if
left in sleep mode for 4 hours. Turn the camera on again before use.

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1
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
Display the menus.
• Press the MENU button to display the menus.
MENU button
h
4:3
D
1
2
Shooting Menu 1
Card Setup
Reset/Myset
Picture Mode
Image Aspect
Back Set
Digital Tele-converter Off
2
Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab.
• Use FG on the arrow pad to select
[d] and press I.
• Select [X] and press I.
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Setup Menu
English
0.5sec
Wi-Fi Settings
c / # Menu Display
Firmware
Rec View
Back Set
[d] tab
3
Set the date and time.
• Use HI to select items.
• Use FG to change the selected item.
• Use FG to select the date format.
X
2013
YMDTime
Cancel
Y/M/D
The time is displayed using a
24-hour clock.
4
Save settings and exit.
• Press Qto set the camera clock and exit to the main menu.
• Press the MENU button to exit the menus.

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Setting the shooting mode
Use the mode dial to select the shooting mode.
A 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.
PAperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimal results.
AYou control aperture. You can sharpen or soften background details.
SYou control shutter speed. You can express the motion of moving subjects, or
freeze motion without any blur.
MYou control aperture and shutter speed. You can shoot with long exposures for
fireworks or other dark scenes.
ART Select an art filter.
SCN Select a scene according to the subject.
JYou can shoot a PHOTO STORY. Shoot with selected PHOTO STORY type.
nShoot movies using shutter speed and aperture effects and movie special effects.
First, try taking photographs in full auto mode.
1
Press the mode dial lock to release the lock and set the mode dial to A.
• When the mode dial lock has been pressed down, the mode dial is locked. Each time
you press the mode dial lock, it switches between locked/released.
Mode dial lock
 Monitor
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Number of
storable still
pictures
Available
recording
time
ISO
sensitivity
Shutter speed Aperture value
Indicator Mode icon

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Selecting a shooting method
With this camera, you can select between two shooting methods: Shooting using the
viewfinder and shooting using live view with the monitor. Press the ubutton to switch
between shooting methods.
In addition, you can set various shooting functions using the super control panel, live
control, and LV super control panel, depending on the shooting method.
Shooting using the
viewfinder
Monitor
Lights up when you move
your eye away from the
viewfinder.
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Super control panel
Q
Cursor
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When setting shooting
functions, if you press the
Qbutton, a cursor will
appear on the super control
panel. Touch the function
you want to set.
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Shooting using live view
Monitor
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ISO-A
200
Wi-Fi
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F
S-IS AUTOS-IS AUTO
Live view display
Q
WB
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AUTOAUTOAUTO
AUTOAUTO
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AUTO
WBWBWB
AUTOAUTOAUTO
P
WB Auto
AUTOAUTO
S-ISAUTOS-ISAUTO
FullHD
F
When setting shooting
functions, if you press the
Qbutton, live control will
be displayed and you can
select a function by turning
the rear dial.
ubutton
Viewfinder
Automatically lights up
when your eye moves
close.
When the viewfinder is lit
up, the monitor turns off.
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200
ISO-A
200
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AUTOAUTO
L
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WB
AUTO
WBWBWB
AUTOAUTOAUTO
WB Auto
AUTOAUTO
S-ISAUTOS-ISAUTO
FullHD
F
If you press the Qbutton
while the viewfinder is lit
up, Live Control will be
displayed in the viewfinder.
(During Amode, a live
guide is displayed.)

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Shooting using the viewfinder
2
2
Shooting
Each time you press the ubutton, you can switch between shooting with the
viewfinder and shooting with live view. When shooting with the viewfinder, the super
control panel will be displayed on the monitor.
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ubutton
Viewfinder Super control panel
If the display in the viewfinder looks
blurry
Look through the viewfinder and rotate the
diopter adjustment dial until the display is in
sharp focus.
Shooting still pictures
1
Set up the camera and decide on the composition.
• The viewfinder turns on
and the monitor turns off
automatically when you put
your eye to the viewfinder.
• Be careful that your fingers
or the camera strap do not
obstruct the lens.
Horizontal grip Vertical grip
Shooting using the viewfinder