Olympus iS-3 DLX manual Spot Metering, Picture

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SPOT METERING

In this mode, the camera limits light metering to a particular area, such

as a subject's face, and sets the correct exposure.

Position the subject for

Recompose the shot,

spot metering within the

then press the shutter

spot frame, and press

release button to take

the SPOT button.

the picture.

Make sure

will be

displayed on the LCD

panel and in the view/finder, and the

exposure is locked.

Notes:

When the flash is flipped up, or the Night Scene mode is engaged, the camera does not perform spot metering.

After the shot, the Spot Metering mode is

canceled. To cancel the mode without taking a

shot, press the SPOT button again.

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Contents Instructions Blinking Halfway DepressPreparations SelftimerPF button Macro button Remote control sensor front AF illuminatorPower ON/OFF switch Tripod socket Shift buttons Back cover releaseAuto flash Auto-S flash Fill-in flash Exposure compensation/ Manual exposureAttaching the Strap Load the batteries p Open the back cover p Basic Shooting ProceduresOutline of Operations Button fully to take a picture Close the back cover pDepress the shutter release Loadingthebatteries Lights Turn the power switch onCheckingthebatteries Hold the Camera Correctly Points to RememberMake sure To lock the focusTo release the shutter and take the picture Standard Shooting Mode Reset OperationSlide the back cover Loading the FilmRelease upward to open Back coverFilm loading indicator Film automatically advances to the first frame Turn the power switchClose the back cover Turn the power Follow the procedure here to cover ordinary photographySwitch on Button to determine Composition Taking PicturesMax. wide-angle focal Length 35 mm Max. telephoto focal Length 180mmRelease button halfway Lock on, and when the subject is too closeDepress the shutter Unloading the Film Camera automatically rewinds the film when youRewinding the film before End of the roll Reach the end of a rollMake sure Autofocus frame Usingthe Focus LockFrame, use the focus lock Flip up the flash Flash ModesSlide the flash release to Press the flash button Release the flash button to engage the mode Flipped up, the camera When the flash isShould be used. Slide FlashAuto Flash Range Press the shutter release buttonFlip up the flash, Select the Auto-S mode ButtonPre-flashes are not emitted in the Sports mode Program Make sure the exposure Flip up the flash, Mode is set to PRelease button Mode. Press the shutterRemote control button SelftimerIs displayed on Focus and exposure will be lockedUse a tripod, etc., to hold the camera steady Press the macro button Macro PhotographyPress the zoom buttons to determine Composition Exposure Modes Usingthe Exposure ModesThere are seven exposure modes four with preset settings Buttons or shift dial How to Select the Exposure ModeTo shoot fast-moving subjects Select the Sports mode to display on the LCD panelSports Portrait Mode to display onSelect the Portrait ButtonLandscape Mode to display on Release buttonTo take pictures with extended in-focus backgrounds Select the LandscapeNight Scene Mode to display on Button LCD panelShooting Night Scenes Free of Subjects Select the Night SceneEngage the Night Scene Mode. Flip up the flash. Press Shutter release buttonSmaller aperture APERTURE-PREFERRED Auto aLarger aperture 500-sec Slower shutter speed 60-secManual Exposure M Adjust the aperturePanel Display M on the LCDTurn the shift dial to Adjust the shutter Be displayed on SpeedExposure level will ViewfinderDistance Table belowZoom Macro While pressing the + Exposure CompensationSelecting the Drive Mode Usingthe Drive Modes DriveThere are two film-advance modes in addition to Drive ModesRelease the drive button While pressing the driveWhile the shutter release Continuous ShootingButton fully to take Double Exposure D.EXPFirst exposure Display D.EXP. onCannot be canceled after the first shot Power Focus Picture Spot MeteringThis exposure method is most effective when ZoomexposureFully to take the picture Buttons again While keeping the zoomButton depressed, press Press Display Press the selftimer/remoteControl button to engage On the subject Remote Control mode Transmission is blocked by the converter Use selftimer outside this rangeCap to prevent light from entering the viewfinder Use the provided viewfinderViewfinder Cap Bulb Press the button on the remote controlPress the button on the remote control again Printing the Date and Time Press the Date Mode button again After setting the dataCorrecting the Data Make sure The data to be corrected is blinkingA reflective backing that are ideal for both wide FlashDistance between the xenon tube and tne Brightness between that of the subject ConditionsExposure mode to S Using the shift dial When shooting in the Shutter-Preferred Auto modeTurn the power switch Select 1/100-sec. or ON, set the camerasPress the shutter release button Multi Flash Advanced flash photography using the G40Follow-Synchro Built-in flashBe selected Mm wide-angle A zoom lens, the focal length is changed byAt 35 mm More than 100 mm Greater than at 35 mm, for genuine telephotoThat the camera is able to bring into focus. Angle of view and depth of fieldAutofocus AF Power focus to manually focus on SubjectSubjects with low contrast Subjects that do not contain Vertical lines Light Use the focus lock by firstSet in advance Two subjects at different distancesFilm, and is controlled by a combination Standard photography mode refer to p , ifYour shot and releasing the shutter at just the right time Sense of motionMost suitable exposure compensation for both When shooting night scenes you may sometimesShooting a subject with a night scene as its System is automatically Automatically when in the P Program modeOn programmed data to properly compensate for Wall, the exposure will be based on the average Proper exposure refers to the balance of lightFor the excessive brightness Film speed is indicated on the back of filmThis is a close-up lens that lets you fill the frame Function, which can fill the frame with an areaConverter can be used with the Aperture-Preferred Making it ideal for macro photography beginnersPanorama Photography Optional Grip Strap B Accessories OptionalCare and Storage Battery Handling See TroubleshootingContrast blue or black Camera closer to the subjectRewound film is still loaded Viewfinder lights Remove the filmCamera SymptomNot positioned on the subject Subject was backlitHow long will the batteries last? Questions and AnswersFrame, panorama marks, autofocus SpecificationsFt, Tele 1.2 ~ 7 m 3.9 ~ 23 ft with ISO Olympus OPTICALCO. Europa Gmbh

iS-3 DLX specifications

The Olympus iS-3 DLX is a compact and feature-rich film camera that stands out for its unique blend of advanced technology and user-friendly design. Launched in the mid-1990s, the iS-3 DLX was designed to cater to both amateur photographers and those seeking to venture into the world of photography with a reliable tool.

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