Olympus Camera Xz 2 Instruction Manual

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Usage Tips
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Exposure (brightness) 
Taking pictures with the right brightness.
• Select [Auto] for [Gradation] in picture mode (P. 50).• Using the face priority AF/eye priority AF (P. 44).
•  Taking pictures using [Spot Metering] (P. 42).
Brightness is matched with a subject in the center of the screen and the\
 image is not 
affected by background light.
•  Taking pictures using [Fill In] (P. 24)  fl ash 
A subject against backlight is brightened.
•  Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene  
Select [q Beach & Snow] in the scene mode (P. 20).
•  Taking pictures using exposure compensation (P. 23)  
Adjust the brightness while viewing the screen for taking the picture. N\
ormally, taking 
pictures of white subjects (such as snow) results in images that are d\
arker than the actual 
subject. Use the exposure compensation to adjust in the positive (+) d\
irection to express 
whites as they appear. When taking pictures of black subjects, on the other hand, it is 
effective to adjust in the negative (-) direction.
Color hue
Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear.
•  Taking pictures by selecting white balance (P. 38)  
Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the [WB \
Auto] setting, 
but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings. (This is 
especially true for sunshade under a clear sky, mixed natural and arti fi cial light settings, 
and so on.)
Image quality
Taking sharper pictures.
•  Taking pictures at a low ISO sensitivity  
If the picture is taken with a high ISO sensitivity, noise (small colored spots and color 
unevenness that were not in the original image) can occur, and the image can appear 
grainy. “ISO sensitivity” (P. 44)
Playback/Editing tips
Playback
Playing images in the internal memory and card.
•  Remove the card and display the images in internal memory  
“Inserting and removing the battery and card” (P. 5)
Viewing images with high picture quality on a highde fi nition TV
•  Connect the camera to the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately) 
“Viewing camera images on TV” (P. 66).
Editing
Erasing the sound recorded to a still image.
•  “Audio recording” (P. 31) 
						

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7 Information
Cleaning and storing the camera
Camera care
Exterior:
•  Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with\
 a dry cloth. If you 
have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and\
 well wrung.
Monitor:
•  Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Lens:
•  Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.
# Cautions
•  Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or a chemically t\
reated cloth.
•  Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.
Battery/USB-AC adapter:
•  Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Storage
•  When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, USB-AC adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated.
•  Periodically insert the battery and test the camera functions.
# Cautions•  Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled si\
nce this may  result in corrosion. 
						

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 Pixel mapping - Checking the image processing functions
The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the imag\
e 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 ensur\
e that it operates 
correctly.
1 Select [Pixel Mapping] in c Custom Menu (P. 91) tab b.
2 Press I, then press Q.
•  The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress. When pixe\
l mapping 
is fi  nished, the menu is restored.
# Cautions
•  If you accidentally turn the camera off during pixel mapping, start again from Step 1.
Using a separately sold USB-AC adapter
The USB-AC adapter F-3AC (sold separately) can be used with this camer\
a. Do not use any 
AC adapter other than the dedicated one. When using F-3AC, be sure to us\
e the USB cable 
included with this camera.
Do not use any other AC adapter with this camera.
Using a separately sold charger
A charger (UC-90: sold separately) can be used to charge the battery.
Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad
•  The charger and USB-AC adapter can be used in most home electrical sourc\
es within 
the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60Hz) around the world. However, depending on the 
country or area you are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differently and the charger 
and USB-AC adapter may require a plug adapter to match the wall outlet. \
For details, ask 
at your local electrical shop or travel agent.
•  Do not use travel voltage converters as they could damage your charger a\
nd USB-AC  adapter.
 Using the card
 Cards compatible with this camera
SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (commercially 
available) (for compatibility card details, visit the 
Olympus website.)
# Cautions
•  This camera can be used without a card by storingimages in its internal \
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 FlashAir or Eye-Fi card
# Cautions
•  “FlashAir” SD cards have built-in wireless LAN and cannot be forma\
tted. Use the software supplied with the FlashAir card to format the card.
•  Use the FlashAir or Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulati\
ons of the country  where the camera is used. Remove the FlashAir or Eye-Fi card from the ca\
mera or 
disable the card functions in airplanes and other locations where use is\
 prohibited. 
g [Eye-Fi] (P. 91)
•  The FlashAir or Eye-Fi card may become hot during use.
•  When using a FlashAir or Eye-Fi card, the battery may run out faster.
•  When using a FlashAir or Eye-Fi card, the camera may function more slowl\
y.
 SD/SDHC/SDXC card write-protect switch
 
The SD/SDHC/SDXC card body has a write-protect switch. If you set the 
switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able to write to the ca\
rd, delete 
data or format. Return the switch to enable writing.
LOCK
 Format card
Cards must be formatted with this camera before  fi rst use or after being used with other 
cameras or computers.
 Checking the image saving location
The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being \
used during 
shooting and playback.
Current memory indicator
v: Internal memory is being used
w: Card is being used
# Cautions
•  Performing [Card setup]/[Memory setup], [Erase], [Sel. Image] or [All Er\
ase] may not completely erase all card data. When disposing of the card, damage the c\
ard to prevent 
the disclosure of personal data.
Readout/recording process of the card
During shooting, the icon ( v/w) fl ashes while the camera is writing data. Never open the 
battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable. This can not only damage the 
image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable. 
						

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 Record mode and fi le size/number of storable still pictures
The fi le size in the table is approximate for  fi les with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
Record 
mode Number of 
pixels 
(Pixel Count) Compression
File 
format File size 
(MB) Number of storable 
still picture
Internal 
memory Card
*1
RAW
3968×2976 Loss-less compression
ORF Approx. 19.2 2 205
YSF 1/2.7
JPEGApprox. 9.2
4 427
YF 1/4 Approx. 6.3 6 618
YN 1/8
Approx. 3.411 1,149
YB 1/12
Approx. 2.416 1,609
XSF
3200×2400 1/2.7
Approx. 6.26 638
XF 1/4
Approx. 4.39 914
XN 1/8
Approx. 2.417 1,630
XB 1/12
Approx. 1.823 2,235
XSF
2560×1920 1/2.7
Approx. 4.19 957
XF 1/4
Approx. 2.913 1,341
XN 1/8
Approx. 1.723 2,277
XB 1/12
Approx. 1.331 3,017
XSF
1920×1440 1/2.7
Approx. 2.119 1,915
XF 1/4
Approx. 1.429 2,806
XN 1/8
Approx. 0.757 5,485
XB 1/12
Approx. 0.583 8,046
XSF
1600×1200 1/2.7
Approx. 1.428 2,742
XF 1/4
Approx. 0.741 4,023
XN 1/8
Approx. 0.581 7,543
XB 1/12
Approx. 0.3119 10,971
WSF
1280×960 1/2.7
Approx. 0.944 4,161
WF 1/4
Approx. 0.664 6,034
W N 1/8Approx. 0.3125
 12,069
WB 1/12
Approx. 0.2179 17,241
WSF
1024×768 1/2.7
Approx. 0.667 6,352
WF 1/4
Approx. 0.4100 9,283
WN 1/8
Approx. 0.2193 17,241
WB 1/12
Approx. 0.1279 24,138
WSF
640×480 1/2.7
Approx. 0.2167 15,086
WF 1/4
Approx. 0.2228 20,115
WN 1/8
Approx. 0.2419 40,230
WB 1/12
Approx. 0.1503 40,230
*1  Assumes a 4GB SD card.
# Cautions
•  The number of remaining pictures may change according to the subject, wh\
ether or not  print reservations have been made, and other factors. In certain instanc\
es, the number of 
remaining pictures displayed on the monitor will not change even when yo\
u take pictures 
or erase stored images.
• The actual  fi le size varies according to the subject.
•  The maximum number of storable still pictures displayed on the monitor i\
s 9999.
•  For the available recording time for movies, see the Olympus website. 
						

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 Using 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 ash modes with various available  fl ash control 
modes, such as TTL-AUTO.
An external fl  ash unit specifi  ed for use with this camera can be mounted on the camera 
by attaching it to the camera’s hot shoe. You can also attach the  fl ash to the fl  ash 
bracket on the camera using the bracket cable (optional). Refer to the\
 documentation 
provided with the external  fl ash units as well.
The upper limit of the shutter speed is 1/180 sec. when using a  fl ash.
Functions available with external  fl ash units
Optional  fl ash Flash control mode GN (Guide number)  (ISO100)
FL-14
TTL-AUTO, AUTO,  MANUAL GN14 (28 mm*) 
FL-36R GN36 (85 mm*) GN20 (24 mm*) 
FL-50R GN50 (85 mm*) GN28 (24 mm*)
FL-300R GN20 (28 mm*) 
FL-600R GN36 (85 mm*) GN20 (24 mm*)
* The focal length of the lens that can be used (Calculated based on 35 m\
m  fi lm camera).
 Wireless remote control fl  ash photography
External fl ash units that are designated for use with this camera and have a remote\
 
control mode can be used for wireless  fl ash photography. The camera can control the 
fl  ash units in up to three separate groups. See the instruction manuals pr\
ovided with 
the external fl  ash units for details.
1 Set the remote fl  ash units to RC mode and place them as desired.
• Turn each fl ash unit on, press the MODE button, and select RC mode. 
•  Select a channel and group for each  fl ash unit.
2 Select [On] for [ # RC Mode] in X Shooting menu 2 (P. 88).
•  The super control panel switches to RC mode.
•  You can choose a super control panel display by repeatedly pressing the  INFO 
button.
• Select a  fl ash mode (note that red-eye reduction is not available in RC mode). 
						

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3 Adjust the settings for each group in the super control panel.
Flash intensity value
125125F5.60.00.0P3838
A ModeTTL
M
Off +5.0
1/8 –1
ChSync 1Group
• Select the  fl ash control 
mode and adjust the  fl ash 
intensity separately for 
each group. For MANUAL, 
select the fl  ash intensity. # Sync
Channel
• Set the communication  channel to the same 
channel used on the  fl ash.
Flash intensity
Flash control mode
4 Slide the fl  ash switch to raise the built-in  fl ash.
• After confi  rming that the built-in and remote  fl ash units have charged, take a test 
shot.
 Wireless fl  ash control rangePosition the wireless  fl ash units with their 
remote sensors facing the camera. The 
following illustration shows the approximate 
ranges at which the  fl ash units can be 
positioned. The actual control range varies with 
local conditions.7m
5m100°100°
50°
50°
50°50°60°
60°
30°
30°
30°30°
 
# Cautions•  We recommend using a single group of up to three remote  fl ash units.
• Remote  fl ash units can not be used for second curtain slow synchronization longer\
 than 4 
seconds.
•  If the subject is too close to the camera, the control fl  ashes emitted by the built-in fl ash 
may affect exposure (this effect can be reduced by reducing the output of the built-in  fl ash 
by, for example, using a diffuser).
•  The upper limit of fl  ash synchronization timing is 1/180 sec. when using the  fl ash in 
remote control mode.
 Other external fl  ash units
Observe the following precautions when mounting an external  fl ash unit not designated 
for use with this camera on the camera hot shoe:
• Using obsolete  fl ash units that apply currents of more than about 24 V to the camera hot 
shoe X-contact will damage the camera.
• Connecting  fl ash units with signal contacts that do not conform to Olympus speci fi cations 
may damage the camera.
•  Use only with the camera in shooting mode  M at ISO settings other than [AUTO].
•  Flash control can only be performed by manually setting the  fl ash to the ISO sensitivity 
and aperture values selected with the camera. Flash brightness can be ad\
justed by 
adjusting either ISO sensitivity or aperture.
• Use a  fl ash with an angle of illumination suited to the lens. Angle of illumination is usually 
expressed using 35-mm format equivalent focal lengths. 
						

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 Menu directory
*1: Can be added to [C Mode Setup].
*2: Default can be restored by selecting [Full] for [Reset].
*3: Default can be restored by selecting [Basic] for [Reset].
K Shooting Menu
TabFunction Default *1 *2 *3
g
 W  Card Setup
All Erase47
Backup No47
Reset/C Mode Setup ―
48
Picture Mode iNatural37
K Still Picture
YN
40
Movie Full HD
Image Aspect 4:3
39
 X Image Stabilizer
e36
Bracketing AE BKT Off

51
WB BKT A – B
Off 51
G – M
FL BKT Off 52
ISO BKT Off 52
ART BKT Off 52
w ±0.0
41 #RC ModeOff86# Sync# Sync 1521Off53
 q Playback Menu
Tab
Function Default *1 *2 *3
g
q
L Start
―
32
BGM
Cosmic
EffectStandardSlideAllSlide Interval3 secMovie IntervalShortR On31
Edit Sel. Image RAW Data Edit
― 54
JPEG Edit ― 54
R ―
55
< ―
70
Reset Protect ―55
Connection to Smartphone
56 
						

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d Setup Menu
TabFunction Default *1 *2 *3
g
d X ―
57
 
World Time
Home/Alternate
W  * ―
i
j ±0, k ±0, VividRec View
2 sec q Power On Ye s
Firmware ―
*  Settings differ depending on the region where the camera is purchased.
c Custom Menu
Tab Function Default*1 *2 *3
g
cR AF/MF
AF Mode Still Picture S-AF

59
AF Area
o
P Set HomeoAF Illuminat.On
I Face PriorityFace Priority Off MF Assist.
OffSButton/dial/Lever
Button 
Function U Function
Off

59
V Function
―
 Dial 
Function P
j: Ps   j: 
F

Aj: FNo.j: F
Sj: Shutter   j:  F
Mj: Shutterj: FNo.
SCNj: Scene  Mode j:  F
ARTj: ART  fi lterj:  F
Menu
j:  A j: B/Value 
qj:  GU  j: Prev/Next
  L Lever Function MF
 Dial 
DirectionExposure
cMenuc
MF b
ZoombdLock OffT
Connection/Sound
HDMI HDMI Out 1080i
60
HDMI Control Off
Video Out *
―
8 Beep Sound 3
Volume
3USB ModeAuto
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TabFunction Default*1 *2 *3
g
cU Display
G/Info 
Settings q Info
H Image Only
H Overall
I  
u
I   Highlight&Shadow

60
LV-Info
H u
I  
Highlight&Shadow
I   Level Gauge
H Image Only

G Settings I  
A
I   B
H C
Displayed Grid Off
KControl 
SettingsiAUTO Live GuideP/A/S/M Live ControlART
Art MenuSCNScene MenuPicture Mode Settings OnHistogram 
SettingsHighlight 255Shadow 0
Live View Boost Off
Sleep 1 minV
Exp/p/ISO
Metering p

61
P+Metering
Off
Noise Reduct.
AutoNoise FilterStandardISO Auto
ISO-Auto SetHigh Limit: 1600
Default: 100
Bulb Timer
16 minW# Custom#Slow Limit1/6061
w+F OffX
K/Color/WB
WB Auto

61
 All >
All  Set A : ±0,  G : ±0
All Reset NoW Keep Warm Color
On#+WB
OffColor Space
sRGB
K SetK1: YFK2: YN
K3: XN
K4: WN
Pixel 
Count Xiddle
2560×1920
Wmall1280×960