Olympus E-M10 Mark III User manual

Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
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.
Be sure you have read and understood the contents of “9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, before using
this product. Keep these instructions available 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.
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.
Table of Contents
Quick task index
1. Preparation
2. Shooting
3. Playback
4. Menu functions
5. Connecting the camera to a
smartphone
6. Connecting the camera to a
computer and a printer
7. Cautions
8. Information
9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Model No. : IM006
Wi-Fi®Logo Certification No.: IM006Z

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Before You Begin
Read and Follow Safety Precautions
To prevent incorrect operation resulting in re or other damage to property or harm to
yourself or to others, read “9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (P. 163) in its entirety before
using the camera.
While using the camera, consult this manual to ensure safe and correct operation. Be
sure to keep the manual in a safe place once it is read.
Olympus will not be held liable for violations of local regulations arising from use of this
product outside the country or region of purchase.
Wireless LAN
The camera features built-in wireless LAN. Use of this feature outside the country or
region of purchase may violate local wireless regulations; be sure to check with local
authorities before use. Olympus will not be held liable for the user’s failure to comply
with local regulations.
Disable wireless LAN in areas where its use is prohibited. g“Changing the
connection method” (P. 128)
 User Registration
Visit the OLYMPUS website for information on registering your OLYMPUS products.
 Installing software/applications
Olympus Workspace
This computer application is used to download, view, and edit photos and movies
recorded with the camera. It can also be used to update the camera rmware. The
software can be downloaded from the website below. Be prepared to provide the
camera serial number when downloading the software.
https://support.olympus-imaging.com/owdownload/
OLYMPUS Image Share (OI.Share)
You can load images in the camera to a smartphone. You can also remotely operate
the camera and shoot using a smartphone.
https://app.olympus-imaging.com/oishare/
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Product Manuals
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Indications used in this manual
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
$Points to note when using the camera.
%Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera.
gReference pages describing details or related information.
Product Manuals
In addition to the “Instruction Manual”, we also o󰀨er a “Camera Function Guide”.
Consult these manuals when using the product.
Instruction Manual (this pdf)
A how-to guide to the camera and its features. The Instruction
Manual can be downloaded from the OLYMPUS website or directly
using the “OLYMPUS Image Share” (OI.Share) smartphone app.
Camera Function Guide
A function and setting guide that helps you use camera features to the full. It has been
optimized for display on mobile devices and can be viewed using OI.Share.
https://cs.olympus-imaging.jp/jp/support/cs/webmanual/index.html
Product Manuals

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Table of Contents
Before You Begin 2
Product Manuals 3
Quick task index 8
Names of parts 11
Preparation 13
Unpacking the box contents.....13
Charging and inserting the
battery .........................................14
Inserting the card.......................16
Removing the card ...................16
Attaching a lens to
the camera ..................................17
Removing Lenses.......................18
Turning the camera on...............19
Setting the date/time and
the language...............................20
Shooting 21
Information displays while
shooting......................................21
Switching between displays......23
Switching the information
display ......................................24
Shooting still pictures................25
Switching Displays with
the u(Shortcut) Button...........27
Letting the camera choose
the settings (AUTO mode)........28
Shooting in scene mode
(SCN mode).............................29
Shooting in advanced photo
mode (Zmode).....................32
Using art lters (ART mode) .....42
Letting the camera choose
aperture and shutter speed
(Program mode) .......................45
Choosing aperture
(Aperture Priority mode)...........47
Choosing shutter speed
(Shutter Priority mode) .............48
Choosing aperture and
shutter speed (Manual mode)...49
Shooting with long exposure
time (BULB/LIVE TIME)............50
Live composite photography
(dark and light eld
composite)................................51
Shooting with touch screen
operations.................................52
Recording movies......................53
Recording movies in photo
shooting modes........................53
Recording movies in movie
mode.........................................54
Reducing camera
operating sounds when
shooting a movie ......................60
Using various settings...............61
Controlling exposure
(Exposure F)...........................61
Locking the exposure
(AE Lock)..................................61
Digital Zoom
(Digital Tele-converter) .............62
Choosing an AF Target Mode
(AF target settings)...................63
Setting the AF target.................63
Face priority AF/
Eye priority AF..........................64
Changing ISO sensitivity
(ISO).........................................65
Using a ash
(Flash photography) .................66
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Performing the sequential/
self-timer shooting....................68
The Electronic Shutter
(Silents).................................69
Calling shooting options ...........70
Processing options
(Picture Mode)..........................72
Adjusting color
(WB (white balance))................73
Choosing a focus mode
(AF Mode).................................75
Setting the image aspect..........76
Selecting image quality
(Still image quality, KK)......76
Selecting image quality
(Movie quality, nK)..............77
Choosing an Exposure Mode...79
Adjusting ash output
(Flash intensity control) ............80
Reducing camera shake
(Image Stabilizer) .....................80
Making ne adjustments
to white balance
(WB Compensation).................81
Choosing how the camera
measures brightness
(Metering).................................82
Making ne adjustments to
sharpness (Sharpness) ............82
Making ne adjustments to
contrast (Contrast)....................83
Making ne adjustments to
saturation (Saturation)..............83
Making ne adjustments to tone
(Gradation) ...............................84
Applying lter e󰀨ects to
monochrome pictures
(Color Filter)..............................85
Adjusting the tone of
a monochrome image
(Monochrome Color).................85
Adjusting i-Enhance e󰀨ects
(E󰀨ect) ......................................86
Setting the color reproduction
format (Color Space)................87
Changing the brightness
of highlights and shadows
(Highlight&Shadow Control).....88
Assigning functions to buttons
(Button Function)......................89
Playback 92
Information display during
playback......................................92
Playback image information .....92
Switching the information
display ......................................93
Viewing photographs and
movies.........................................94
Finding Pictures Quickly
(Index and Calendar
Playback)..................................95
Zooming In (Playback Zoom) ...95
Rotating Pictures (Rotate)........95
Viewing images as a
slideshow (Slide Show) ............96
Watching movies ......................97
Protecting Pictures (0).........97
Deleting Pictures (Erase)..........98
Selecting Multiple Pictures
(0, Erase Selected,
Share Order Selected)..............98
Setting a transfer order on
images (Share Order)...............98
Adding Audio to Pictures (R)....99
Audio Playback (Play 7)..........99
Adding still pictures to My Clips
(Add to My Clips)......................99
Using the touch screen............100
Selecting and protecting
images....................................100

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Menu functions 101
Basic menu operations............101
Using Shooting Menu 1/
Shooting Menu 2 ......................102
Returning to default settings
(Reset)....................................102
Processing options
(Picture Mode)........................103
Digital Zoom
(Digital Tele-converter) ...........103
Improving Focus in
Dark Surroundings
(AF Illuminator).......................103
Choosing a Zoom Speed
(KElec. Zoom Speed)..........104
Shooting automatically
with a xed interval
(Intrvl. Sh./Time Lapse) ..........104
Silent-Mode Options
(SilentsSettings) ..................106
Wireless remote control
ash photography
(#RC Mode) .........................106
Using the Video Menu..............107
Using the Playback Menu........108
Automatically Rotating
Portrait-Orientation
Pictures for Playback (R).....108
Retouching Pictures (Edit)......108
Combining Pictures
(Image Overlay)......................110
Creating Movie Stills
(In-Movie Image Capture).......110
Trimming movies
(Movie Trimming).................... 111
Removing Protection from
All Pictures (Reset Protect) .... 111
Using the setup menu..............112
Formatting the card
(Card Setup)...........................113
Deleting all images
(Card Setup)...........................113
Using the custom menus.........114
aAF/MF................................114
MButton/Dial.........................114
NDisp/8/PC ......................115
ODisp/8/PC.......................115
PExp/ISO/BULB ..................116
QExp/ISO/BULB ..................116
b#Custom.........................117
WK/WB/Color....................117
XRecord...............................118
cEVF...................................119
aKUtility...........................119
AEL/AFL.................................120
Manual Focus Assist
(MF Assist)..............................120
Adding information displays....121
Viewing camera images on TV
(HDMI)....................................123
Shutter speeds when the ash
res (#X-Sync./#Slow
Limit).......................................124
Combinations of JPEG image
sizes and compression rates
(KSet).................................124
Connecting the camera to a
smartphone 125
Adjusting Settings for
Connection to a Smartphone...126
Transferring images to
a smartphone............................127
Shooting remotely with
a smartphone............................127
Adding position information
to images...................................128
Changing the connection
method ......................................128
Changing the password...........129
Cancelling a share order .........129
Initializing wireless LAN
settings......................................129

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Connecting the camera to a
computer and a printer 130
Copying pictures to a
computer...................................130
Installing the PC software .......131
Direct printing (PictBridge) .....132
Easy printing...........................133
Custom printing ......................133
Print order (DPOF)....................135
Creating a print order..............135
Removing all or selected
pictures from the print order ...136
Cautions 137
Battery and charger .................137
Using your charger abroad .....138
Usable cards.............................138
Record mode and le size/
number of storable still
pictures .....................................139
Interchangeable lenses............140
External ash units designated
for use with this camera..........141
Wireless remote control ash
photography (#RC Mode) ....142
Other external ash units........144
Principal Accessories..............145
System chart.............................146
Information 148
Cleaning and storing the
camera.......................................148
Cleaning the camera ..............148
Storage...................................148
Cleaning and checking the
image pickup device...............148
Pixel Mapping - Checking the
image processing functions....149
Shooting tips and
information................................150
Error codes...............................153
Defaults.....................................156
Specications...........................160
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 163
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........163
Index 168

Quick task index
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Shooting g
Choosing an aspect ratio Aspect ratio 76
Correcting the e󰀨ects of perspective Keystone Compensation 39
Automatically adjusting exposure over
a series of photos AE Bracketing 40
Automatically shifting the focus
position over a series of photos Multi focus shot (SCN) 29
Focus bracketing (Z)41
Making photos brighter or darker Exposure compensation 61
Photographing light trails
Light Trails (SCN) 29
Live Time (Z)34
Live Composite (Z)33
Live Composite (M)51
Bulb/time photography (M)50
Taking pictures with a blurred
background Aperture priority shooting 47
Taking pictures that stop the subject in
motion or convey a sense of motion
Shutter priority shooting 48
Shooting moving subjects
(SCN)29
Getting the desired colors White balance 73
Processing pictures to match the
subject/Taking monotone pictures Picture Mode 72
Art lter (ART) 42
When the camera will not focus on
your subject/Focusing on one area
Using the touch screen 52
AF target settings 63
Zoom frame AF/zoom AF 91
Focusing on a small spot in the frame/
conrming focus before shooting Zoom frame AF/zoom AF 91
Keeping a moving subject in focus C-AF+TR (AF tracking) 75
Taking pictures of a subject against
backlight
Flash shooting 66
Backlight HDR (SCN) 29
Gradation (Picture Mode) 84
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Quick task index

Quick task index
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Optimizing the monitor/
adjusting monitor hue Monitor brightness adjustment 112
Live View Boost 115
Photographing reworks
Fireworks (SCN) 29
Live Time (Z)34
Live Composite (Z)33
Live Composite (M)51
Bulb/time photography (M)50
Checking horizontal or vertical
orientation before shooting Level gauge 24
Shooting with deliberate composition Displayed Grid 115
Sequential shooting Sequential shooting 68
Using a remote control Shooting remotely with a
smartphone 127
Shooting without the shutter sound Silents(SCN)29
Silents(Z)37
Silents(P/A/S/M/ART)69
Creating commercial-style movies My Clips 57
Playback/Retouch g
Viewing images on a TV HDMI 115
Playback on TV 123
Viewing slideshows with background
music Slideshow 96
Brightening shadows Shadow Adj (JPEG Edit) 109
Dealing with red-eye Redeye Fix (JPEG Edit) 109
Printing made easy Direct printing 132
Viewing pictures on a smartphone Transferring images to a
smartphone 127
Adding location data to images
Adding location data to images 128

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Camera Settings g
Synchronizing the date and time Setting the date/time 20
Restoring default settings Reset 102
Preventing automatic display switching EVF Auto Switch 23, 119
Changing the menu display language W112
Turning o󰀨 the auto focus sound
8(Beep sound) 115
Silents(SCN)29
Silents(Z)37

Names of parts
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Names of parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
a
9
b
c
d
f
e
g
1Mode dial........................................P. 25
2Rear dial* (o)
...........................................P. 45–49, 94
3R(Movie)/Hbutton..............P. 53/P. 98
4b(Digital Tele-converter)/Fn2 button
.........................................P. 62/P. 89, 94
5Shutter button.................................P. 26
6Front dial* (r)
...............................P. 45–49, 61, 66, 94
7Lens attachment mark....................P. 17
8Mount (Remove the body cap before
attaching the lens.)
9 Built-in ash ....................................P. 66
0Stereo microphone .................P. 99, 107
aDiopter adjustment dial...................P. 23
bON/OFF lever................................P. 19
cu(Shortcut) button.......................P. 27
dSelf-timer lamp/AF illuminator
.............................................P. 68/P. 103
eStrap eyelet.....................................P. 13
fLens release button........................P. 18
gLens lock pin
* In this manual, the rand oicons represent operations performed using the front dial
and rear dial.
Names of parts

Names of parts
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1
2
3
4
g abce df
5
6
7
8
9
0
j ik
h
1 Viewnder.......................................P. 23
2Eye sensor..............................P. 23, 152
3Eyecup..........................................P. 145
4Monitor (Touch screen)
........................P. 21, 23, 52, 70, 92, 100
5Hot shoe .......................................P. 141
6u(Monitor) button.......................P. 23
7AEL/AFL / Fn1 button
.......................................P. 61, 120/P. 89
8Connector cover
9Micro-USB connector............P. 130, 132
0HDMI micro connector..................P. 123
aINFO button.....................P. 24, 93, 121
bq(Playback) button......................P. 94
cQbutton ..........................P. 70, 94, 101
dD(Erase) button ............................P. 98
eArrow pad* (FGHI)
.................................P. 20, 63–68, P. 94
fMENU button...............................P. 101
gSpeaker
hCard slot .........................................P. 16
iBattery/card compartment cover
..................................................P. 14, 16
jBattery/card compartment lock
..................................................P. 14, 16
kTripod socket
* In this manual, the FGHI icons represent operations performed using the arrow pad.

Preparation
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1Preparation
Unpacking the box contents
At purchase, the package contains the camera and the following accessories.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
camera.
Camera Body cap Strap USB cable
CB-USB12
• Basic Manual
• Warranty card
Lithium-ion battery
BLS-50 Lithium-ion charger BCS-5
Attaching the strap
1
2
3
• Attach the strap on the other side in the same way.
• Lastly, pull the strap rmly, making sure that it is fastened securely.

Preparation
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Charging and inserting the battery
1
Charging the battery.
Charging indicator
Charging in
progress Lights orange
Charging
complete O󰀨
Charging error Blinks orange
(Charging time: Up to
approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
1
2
3
AC wall outlet
Lithium ion battery
Charging
indicator
AC cable
Direction indicating
mark (C)
Lithium ion
charger
• Unplug the charger when charging is complete.
2
Conrm that the ON/OFF lever
is in the OFF position.
ON/OFF lever
3
Opening the battery/card
compartment cover.
1
2
Battery/card
compartment lock
Battery/card compartment cover

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1
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4
Loading the battery.
• Use only BLS-50 batteries
(P. 13, 162).
Direction indicating
mark
Removing the battery
Turn o󰀨 the camera before opening or closing the
battery/card compartment cover. To remove the
battery, rst push the battery lock knob in the direction
of the arrow and then remove.
• Do not remove the battery while the card write
indicator is displayed (P. 21).
• Contact an authorized distributor or service center
if you are unable to remove the battery. Do not use
force.
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• It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the
battery in use drains.
• The camera is not equipped with a built-in charger and cannot be recharged via a USB
connection.
• Also read “Battery and charger” (P. 137).

Preparation
1
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Inserting the card
In this manual, all storage devices are referred to as “cards.”
The camera uses third-party SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards conforming to the SD
(Secure Digital) standard. Read “Usable cards” (P. 138) before use.
1
Loading the card.
• Open the battery/card compartment cover.
• Slide the card in until it is locked into place.
g“Usable cards” (P. 138)
3
Terminal
area
2
1
• Turn o󰀨 the camera before loading or removing the battery or card.
• Do not forcibly insert a damaged or deformed card. Doing so may damage the card
slot.
2
Closing the battery/card
compartment cover.
• Be sure the battery/card compartment
cover is closed before using the camera.
2
1
Removing the card
Press the inserted card lightly and it will be
ejected. Pull out the card.
• Do not remove the card while the card
write indicator is displayed (P. 21).

Preparation
1
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Attaching a lens to the camera
1
Conrm that the ON/OFF lever is
in the OFF position.
ON/OFF lever
2
Remove the rear cap of the lens
and the body cap of the camera.
12
1
2
Rear cap
3
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.
Lens attachment mark
4
Rotate the lens clockwise until you hear it
click.
• Do not press the lens release button.
• Do not touch internal portions of the camera.

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5
Remove the front lens cap.
1
1
2
1
1
2
• Before attaching or removing lenses, conrm that the camera ON/OFF lever is in the
OFF position.
Removing Lenses
1
Conrm that the ON/OFF lever is in the
OFF position.
ON/OFF lever
2
Hold the lens release button and rotate the
lens as shown.
1
2
Lens release button
Interchangeable lenses
Read “Interchangeable lenses” (P. 140).

Preparation
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Turning the camera on
1
Set the ON/OFF lever to the ON position.
• When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.
• To turn the camera o󰀨, return the lever to the OFF position.
 ON/OFF lever
250250 F5.6
ISO-A
200
1023
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Wi-Fi
 Monitor
Battery level
The battery level icon will be displayed.
j(green): The camera is ready to shoot.
k(green): The battery is not full.
l(green): The battery is low.
m(blinks red): Charge the battery.
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 o󰀨 the monitor and to cancel all actions. The camera activates again when you touch
any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). The camera will turn o󰀨 automatically if
left in sleep mode for 4 hours. Turn the camera on again before use. You can choose how
long the camera remains idle before entering sleep mode. g[Sleep] (P. 119)

Preparation
1
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Setting the date/time and the language
Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The 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.
You can change the language used for the on-screen display and error messages from
English to another language.
1
Display the menus.
• Press the MENU button to display the menus.
• A guide is displayed in 2 seconds after you select an option.
• Press the INFO button to view or hide guides.
MENU button
2
1
1
Shooting Menu 1
Picture Mode
Digital Tele-converter
Metering Off
p
Reset
Back Set
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.
2
1
Setup Menu
XEnglish
s
Firmware
Wi-Fi Settings
Rec View j±0 k±0
’--.--.-- --:--:--
Card Setup
Back Set
W
0.5 sec
[d] tab
3
Set the date, time, and date format.
• Use HI to select items.
• Use FG to change the selected item.
• Press the Qbutton to set the camera
clock.
4
Select [W] (changing the display
language) in the [d] (setup) tab.
• Use FGHI to highlight a language
and press the Qbutton to select the
highlighted language.
X
Y M D Time
2020 Y/M/D
Cancel
The time is displayed using
a 24-hour clock.
5
Press the MENU button to exit the menus.
• If the battery is removed from the camera and the camera is left for a while, the date and
time may be reset to the factory default setting.