Index

 

A

 

AC adapter

16

Adjusting the monitor

 

brightness

88

AF target mark

8, 9

ALL RESET

84

All-frame erase

78

All-frame reservation

95

Arrow pad

8

Auto flash

50

Auto white balance

65

B

 

Batteries

14

Battery check

9, 11

Battery compartment cover ....

8, 14

Beep sound

89

Black and white

79

C

 

Card

18

Card check

23

Card cover

8, 19

CARD SETUP

85

Close-up playback

69

Connector cover

7

D

 

Date/time setting

26

DC-IN jack

7, 16

Digital zoom

48

DPOF

93

E

 

Erasing pictures

77

Exposure compensation

63

F

 

FILE NAME

89

File number

89

Fill-in flash

50

Flash

49

Flash charge

49

Flash mode

50

Flash off

51

Flash stand-by

49

Fluorescent lamp

65

Focus

44

Focus lock

44

Folder name

89

Formatting

85

Frame number

10

G

 

Green lamp

8, 40

H

 

High quality

59

HQ

59

I

 

INDEX (Creating an index)

82

Index display

70

Information display INFO

87

J

 

JPEG

94, 111

L

 

Landscape shooting

37

Language setting

24

Lens

7

Lens barrier

7

M

 

Macro mode shooting

52

Mode menu

34

MODE RESET

84

Monitor

8

Monitor button

8

MOVIE PLAY

74

Movie recording

46

8

Miscellaneous

113

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C-150, D390, D-390 specifications

The Olympus D-390, D390, and C-150 are compact digital cameras that made a significant impact in the early 2000s, introducing users to the world of digital photography with ease and efficiency. These models were designed for both beginners and more experienced users, providing a range of features that enabled high-quality image capture while remaining simple to operate.

One of the standout features of the Olympus D-390 is its 3.2-megapixel image sensor. This resolution was quite impressive for its time, allowing users to take clear and detailed photos suitable for prints and sharing. The D-390 was equipped with a 3x optical zoom lens, enabling users to capture subjects both near and far without sacrificing image quality. This versatility made the camera a popular choice for various photography scenarios, whether it be landscapes, portraits, or spontaneous moments.

The camera's design emphasized user-friendliness, boasting a simple interface that made it accessible for users of all skill levels. The D-390 featured automatic exposure adjustments, allowing users to focus on framing their shot rather than fiddle with technical settings. Additionally, the camera supported a range of shooting modes, including portrait, landscape, and night scene, to help users get the best results in different lighting conditions.

Another key characteristic of the Olympus D-390 and similar models like the C-150 was their compact size and lightweight design. Weighing just a few ounces, they were ideal for users looking for a camera that could easily be carried in a pocket or purse. This portability encouraged spontaneous photography, as users could have their camera ready to capture unexpected moments.

The C-150 variant provided several enhanced features, including improved image quality due to advanced processing technologies. The inclusion of various scene modes allowed for greater customization of shooting preferences, catering to the specific needs of each photographic scenario. Furthermore, the C-150’s compatibility with xD-Picture Cards provided expandable storage, allowing users to store more images without worrying about running out of space.

In summary, the Olympus D-390, D390, and C-150 were pivotal models in the transition from film to digital photography. Their user-friendly design, impressive specifications for the time, and portability made them popular choices among amateur photographers. These cameras laid the foundation for the advanced digital cameras we see today, demonstrating Olympus's commitment to innovation and quality in the photography market.