Underwater Shooting Tricks Using the PT

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Underwater Shooting Tricks
Using the PT-EP01 Underwater Case
PT-EP01 Underwater Case
CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
Your personal guide to the exciting world of underwater
photography
2
Experience the Thrill of Underwater Photography
– A treasure trove of exotic sights exists beneath the waves
4
The Basics - Things You Should Know About Underwater
Photography – What is underwater photography?
5
Photography – Taking pictures at the beach
6
Photography – Shooting in a pool, while snorkelling, or
during other outdoor activities
7
8
9
OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite – Functions & performance 1
OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite – Functions & performance 2
Lenses with Underwater Case Compatibility
– M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
– M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6L
10 Lenses with Underwater Case Compatibility
– M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6
11 PT-EP01 Underwater Case – Functions & performance
12 Features of PT-EP01 – Functions & performance
13 Accessories
15 PT-EP01: Underwater Case System
– Two types
16 PT-EP01: Underwater Case Setup
– Setting up the camera and underwater case
– Setting the underwater mode
– Setting the flash
19 Techniques You Should Know
– Maintenance
– Submersion inspection before and after
entering the water
– Taking pictures in a pool or while snorkelling
22 Techniques You Should Know Beginner
– Underwater wide-angle shooting
23 Techniques You Should Know Beginner
– Underwater macro shooting
24 Techniques You Should Know Medium
– Macro shooting using close-up lens
25 Techniques You Should Know Advanced
– Two-flash wide-angle shooting
26 Actual Examples
– Wide-angle shooting with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
27 Actual Examples
– Macro shooting with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
28 Actual Examples
– Wide-angle shooting with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6
29 Actual Examples – Barely water surface
30 Actual Examples – High-magnification macro
31 Underwater Movie – Movie recording
33 Users’ Voices
35 PT-EP01: Underwater Case System Chart
36 PT-048: Underwater Case System Chart
Your personal guide to the exciting world of underwater shooting
Thanks. I can't wait!
I’ll show you the
beautiful world
beneath the waves.
“Professor Sea Turtle”
“Billy Clownfish”
the world's leading maritime expert
the kid who's ready for anything.
1 Underwater Shooting Tricks Using the PT-EP01 Underwater Case
Experience the Thrill of
Underwater Photography
A treasure trove of exotic sights exists beneath the waves.
Isn't it an incredible
sight?
Cebu Island, Philippines (E-PL1, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm, f4.0-5.6, PT-EP01)
The contrast between red
and blue is amazing!
Maldives
(E-PL1, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED
14-42mm, f3.5-5.6, PT-EP01)
Underwater Shooting Tricks Using the PT-EP01 Underwater Case 2
Maldives(E-PL1, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm, f3.5-5.6, PT-EP01)
Manado, Indonesia(E-PL1, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm, f3.5-5.6 + PTMC01, PT-EP01)
These are some of the
world's top sites for
underwater shooting.
Oh, it looks really
strange when you see
it in close-up.
The Basics - Things You Should Know
About Underwater Photography
What is underwater photography?
Underwater photography is not a secret pleasure reserved only for special people. It's something anyone can
experience. You can do it in the pool or at the beach. Or you can do it while snorkelling or diving. Getting a diving
license nowadays is easy to because courses are designed to allow you to quickly obtain a license while enjoying
your vacation. And now Olympus has developed a camera that makes it just as easy to enjoy the thrill of underwater
shooting – from stunning, high-quality stills to dazzling HDTV movies. With the new-concept Olympus E-PL1, you
won't need expert skills to capture great underwater shots. A wide range of dedicated underwater modes take care
of the technical details for you. All you have to do is point and shoot. The underwater case has a just-fit size that is
only slightly larger than the compact camera itself, so you won't be weighed down by a big, bulky camera system.
The E-PL1 system can be held in one hand, making underwater shooting easy and fun.
E-PL1 and waterproof housing.
The vivid colors of the underwater world can be captured by
simply pressing the shutter button.
Shooting gear is so compact that it hardly even looks like an SLR underwater photography system.
The Basics - Things You Should Know About Underwater Photography
Taking pictures at the beach
Even when you're just taking pictures at the beach, the
PT-EP01 underwater case is a great way to keep your
camera safe and dry. You can enjoy shoot from any angle
without worrying about sand or sea water getting in the
camera and damaging it. Holding the camera barely above
the surface to enhance the transparent feeling of water or
shooting waves or ripples in the sand … you can capture
images that would be impossible with conventional SLR
photography. The E-PL1's LCD monitor is bright enough that
you can check your images even on a bright beach, but
when it gets so bright that you can hardly open your eyes,
you'll find the VF-2 electronic viewfinder convenient. You can
look into the VF-2 and compose your image just as you
would the viewfinder on a traditional camera. The only
difference is you can check the image after shooting, as well.
A traditional-style viewfinder you can look into is
convenient in an extremely bright environment.
Create a picture that can communicate the transparency of water.
An SLR that's usable without worrying about sand or splashes makes
possible shooting from unprecedented viewpoints.
Shooting from a low angle just above the surface.
The Basics - Things You Should Know About Underwater Photography
Shooting in a pool, while snorkelling, or during other outdoor activities
If the image includes the horizon, it should be composed horizontally.
The continuous mode sometimes gives you a shot that you never expected.
Set the camera’s flash mode to OFF when the external flash is not
attached.
Shooting a manta during snorkelling! An impressive scene printed in
SLR quality!
Shooting from a yacht skating across the waves at light speed
The E-PL1 shows its real power at the water's edge. Whether
you're at the poolside or snorkelling just beneath the waves, the
E-PL1 continues the tradition of excellent reproduction of blue
that Olympus cameras are known for. Whenever you want to take
pictures underwater, all you have to do is set the camera to one of
the underwater modes – there are no complicated or confusing
settings or adjustments to make. You can operate the camera just
the way you are used to doing it. If you are accustomed to
compact cameras, you can use it just like a compact camera by
monitoring the image on the large LCD panel. If SLR photography
is more your style, you can make full use of the VF-2 electronic
viewfinder with its 100% field-of-view ratio. Personally, I use both
techniques depending on the situation. The E-PL1 is ideal for with
any marine sport – not just than diving and snorkelling. You can
preserve memorable scenes in SLR quality and, in addition to still
images, you can also record live-action scenes as HD movies. HD
movies and sound can even be recorded when the camera is
inside the underwater case. Sound captured from inside the case
will be at a slightly lower volume, but the audio will enhance the
presence of your movie.
OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite
Functions & performance 1
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The OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite is an interchangeable-lens digital camera that
conforms to the Micro Four Thirds System Standard. It is the third model in the
OLYMPUS PEN series of new-generation micro SLR cameras.
The first and second models in the PEN series, the E-P1 and E-P2, both released in
2009, were greeted with enthusiasm by photography enthusiasts at all levels – from
beginners to professionals. The cameras' compact, lightweight designs and superb
SLR-style performance evoked memories of the legendary “OLYMPUS PEN”
among the wider public and stimulated new interest in digital SLR photography.
The new E-PL1 was developed as an entry type micro SLR camera aimed at
enabling even more people to experience the pleasure of quality photography made
possible by the PEN series. Besides its compact size and light weight, one of the
E-PL1's main features is a user-friendly interface that users who have just switched
from a compact camera to SLR with this model will find comfortable and familiar.
The E-PL1's user interface not only makes it easy for anyone to enjoy high quality
photography, it also includes a new interface called “Live Guide” for new SLR users
who want to manipulate their pictures the way they like. Users following the Live
Guide are can set the picture brightness, color tone and the degree of background
blurring so that they can easily capture the pictures they want.
HD movie
Champagne Gold
recording
Black
One of the biggest advantages of the Micro Four Thirds System is its portability. To
ease the transition of new users from compact cameras to SLR, the E-PL1 leverages
that benefit to maximize enhanced compactness and light weight while incorporating a
built-in flash. A choice of three colors - white, champagne gold and black is available.
The E-PL1 also offers a wealth of functional features. A dedicated movie recording
button is provided to enable instant recording of a 720p HD movie without
switching the camera mode to the movie mode. Also provided is the “i-FINISH”
mode – originally introduced on the E-P2 - that enhances the final image to ensure
maximum clarity and presence. This mode captures the full impact of the emotions
and impressions felt by photographer at the moment the shutter is released. To the
popular Art Filters, we've added a Gentle Sepia effect, putting a total of six
creative, easy-to-use effects at the user's fingertips. Naturally, the Art Filter effects
can also be applied in movies, as well as in still images. For extended functionality,
the E-PL1 is equipped with an accessory port for connection of the VF-2 electronic
HD viewfinder or the SEMA-1 stereo microphone set.
Finally, to ensure the high image quality expected of an SLR, the E-PL1 incorporates
a 4/3-inch High-Speed 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor in the image pickup
circuitry and the TruePic V image processing engine in the image processor circuitry.
Functions & performance 2
Compact, lightweight body
Eve n t h o u g h i t i n c o r p o r a te s a f l a s h a n d a n i m a g e
stabilization mechanism compatible with any lens, the
E-PL1 is still significantly smaller than previous SLR
cameras. More impor tantly, that size reduction was
achieved without compromising the high image quality.
C o l o r va r i a t i o n s h ave b e e n ex p a n d e d w i t h w h i te,
champagne gold and black bodies.
Live Guide
By simply selecting an icon and controlling the menu bar,
the appropriate SLR photographic technique can be
applied to five image characteristics - “vividness,” “color
tone,” “brightness,” “blurring” and “dynamism” - without
expert knowledge.
High image quality
The image sensor uses a 4/3-inch, 12.3-megapixel High
Speed Live MOS sensor that has the same imaging area
as the Four Thirds System Standard. Subject details are
reproduced with absolute fidelity in high resolution with
fine gradations, and natural, vivid colors.
Accessory port
Art Filters
Six Ar t Filter effects are provided enable a variety of
creative expressions.
[Gentle Sepia] Tight shadows and good contrast give the picture a
soft, sepia-toned style.
[ Pop Art] Enhances colors, making them stronger and more vivid,
creating high-impact pictures that reflect the pop art style.
[Soft Focus] Creates an ethereal, otherworldly atmosphere.
[Rough Monochrome] Recreates the strong presence of a monochrome
picture, highlighting the subject in a style that emphasizes the theme.
[Pinhole] Reduces the peripheral brightness as if the image is shot
with a toy camera.
[ Diorama ] A rapid variation in the focus confuses the feeling of
distance, while color and contrast are emphasized to create a
miniature, toy-like feeling.
Built-in image stabilization mechanism
A high-performance image stabilization mechanism is built
into the camera so that it works with any Micro Four Thirds
System lens, as well as with any Four Thirds System lens
when the optional MMF-1/MMF-2 Four Thirds mount
adapter is used. (However, the MMF-1 and MMF-2 cannot
be used when the underwater housing system is used.)
Dust Reduction System
When dust gets inside the camera and attaches itself to
the image sensor, it can spoil your pictures. To prevent
this, the SSWF (Supersonic Wave Filter) is activated when
the camera is switched on to remove dust from the image
sensor by means of supersonic vibrations.
High-definition “live viewfinder” and high-quality microphone
adapter can be installed.
Dedicated movie recording button
Built-in flash
Incorporation of flash makes it easy and familiar to any
user (GNo. 10 ISD 200).
An independent movie button is provided that enables you to
start recording 720p HD movie immediately, without having
to switch the camera mode to movie mode. Conversely, when
recording a movie, you can press the shutter button at any
time to capture a still image of the current scene.
LCD monitor
HDMI terminal
2.7-inch Hyper Crystal LCD panel.
Image management software [ib] provided
The camera can be connected to a TV set equipped with an
HDMI input using a commercially available HDMI mini-cable.
The HD movie and still images can be viewed on a large
HDTV screen with high image quality and stereo audio.
W h e n i m a g e s a re u p l o a d e d to a P C, t h i s s of t wa r e
classifies them as events according to date of recording .
It can also recognize the person who is the image subject
and classif y the images on a per-person basis. This
versatile image classification system makes it easy to find
your pictures later.
Large, easy-to-use buttons can be operated to make
camera operation simple — even for those who have
never used an SLR camera.
Control buttons
Lenses with Underwater Case
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Lenses with Under water Case
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M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6
A lens suitable for shooting superwide-angle
underwater landscapes more dynamically.
Lens configuration
Note:
Aspherical lens
DSA lenses
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when zooming thanks to the 3-group zoom lens composition which results in little variation in overall length no matter what the zoom ratio.
The lens adopts a lens configuration designed to optimize the balance between size reduction and quality improvement. It ensures
excellent imaging performance all the way to the image periphery, using DSA*2 lens components at the front to capture a 100% field of
view, while the two-sided aspherical lens component at the back corrects aberrations.
*1. A mechanism that retracts the lens by stacking the lens frames. This design makes it possible to reduce the overall length when the lens is transported.
*2. Dual Super Aspherical: A two-sided aspherical lens with a very high ratio between the center thickness and peripheral thickness.
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ED lens
HR lens
Specifications
■ Focal distance: 9-18 mm (equivalent to 18-36 mm of 35 mm cameras)
■ Lens configuration: 8 groups, 9 components (DSA lenses x 2,
aspherical lens x 2, ED lens x 1, HR lens x 1)
■ Field angle: 100° to 62°
■ Autofocus: High-Speed Imager AF
■ Minimum shooting distance: 0.25 m
■ Maximum shooting magnification: 0.10 X (equivalent to 0.20X of
35 mm cameras)
■ Nearest imaging area: 173 x 130 mm
■ Number of iris blades: 7 (circular iris)
■ Maximum aperture ratio: f4.0 (9 mm) to f5.6 (18 mm)
■ Minimum aperture ratio: f22
■ Filter diameter: 52 mm
■ Dimensions: 56.5(dia.) x 49.5(L) mm
■ Weight: 155 g
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PT-EP01 Underwater Case
Functions & performance
The PT-EP01 underwater case is a genuine accessory for OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN
Lite. Now available for the first time for Micro Four Thirds System SLR cameras, it
is a heavy-duty underwater photography system with a pressure-withstanding
depth of 40 meters.
Taking advantage of the Micro Four Thirds System Standard's compact,
lightweight characteristics, the newly launched PT-EP01 underwater case is also
much smaller and lighter than conventional underwater cases.
The PT-EP01 measures 179 mm (width) x 156 mm (height) and 166 mm (depth)
and its weight of 1100 g is close to half the 2079-gram weight of the PPO-E05
standard lens port installed on the PT-E06 underwater case for the E-620.
With the PT-EP01, the lens port is integrated into the underwater case body and
compatible with the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 and M.ZUIKO
DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 lenses. The lens port has also been also designed
to maintain image quality as seen with the use of multi-coated glass components
for reducing internal reflections.
In addition to underwater shooting while monitoring the rear-panel LCD panel in
the same way as a compact camera, the optional VF-2 electronic viewfinder can
be installed for more shooting flexibility.
The OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite has two dedicated underwater modes, including
the Underwater Macro and Underwater Wide modes, both of which offer vivid
blues while enhancing other colors.
The flash built into OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite includes a commander function
that controls external flashes that conform to the Olympus Wireless RC Flash
System, as well as two flash compatible optical connectors, so the UFL-2
underwater flashes can be controlled with optical signals. Underwater flash
setting is very easy because all settings including flash light intensity can be
performed by monitoring the LCD panel on the rear panel.
[Specifications]
■ Model: PT-EP01
■ Applicable camera: OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite
■ Dimensions: 179(W) x 156(H) x 166(D) mm
■ Weight: Approx. 1100 g (excluding camera and accessories)
■ Pressure-withstanding depth: 40 meters
■ Main provided accessories: LCD hood, body cap,
O-ring, silicone grease, silica gel
Features of PT-EP01
Functions & performance
Accessory mount
A short arm can also be mounted here.
Underwater optical fiber cable connectors
The twin cable connectors each can accept an external flash.
The amount of light emitted by the external flashes is
based on the light emitted by the camera’ s built-in flash.
Front glass
The double-sided multi-coating on the front panel ensures
clear pictures by preventing internal reflections. An
i n te g r a te d l e n s p o r t d e s i g n c o m p a t i b l e w i t h b o t h
super-wide-angle and standard zoom lenses makes the
underwater case easy to use and very cost-effective.
* The reflection anti-reflection rings for reducing accidental
imaging of the lens are optionally available. Please select the ring
matching the lens you want to use.
Zoom dial
This ensures smooth zooming control even when wearing
gloves under water.
* To control zooming using the zoom dial, it is required to purchase
the optional Zoom Gear matching the lens used.
* Focus adjustment is not possible in manual focusing mode
mode.
Viewfinder window
Control dial knob
When the electronic viewfinder (optional) is attached
externally to the camera, its image can be monitored
underwater by looking into this window.
The control dial and buttons on the rear panel are designed
to facilitate operations under water.
button
T his b u t to n switc he s the im ag e m o nito r ing devi c e
between the electronic viewfinder and the rear-panel LCD.
Open/close dial
This large-sized dial enables easy opening and closing of
the underwater case and locks it firmly when required.
LCD window
The LCD can be used as a monitor for checking recorded
images as well as the live viewfinder.
Check window
This window shows if water has gotten inside the case.
Accessories
Bracket
PTBK-E01
Underwater Flash
UFL-1
Underwater Flash
UFL-2
The length can be adjusted
according to the size of the
user’ s hand to facilitate
the shutter release.
This flash dedicated for
underwater use performs
slave auto emission
interlocked with the built-in
flash of the digital camera.
It is can deal with a variety
of underwater situations.
This is a high-performance
dedicated underwater flash
with a guide number of 36
and built-in RC mode.
It can be interlocked with the
camera for TTL auto control
as well as for FP flashing that
enables high-speed shutter
release.
Bracket Grip
PTAC-E01
Underwater Optical Fiber Cable
PTCB-E02
Diffuser
UFLDP-3
While the PTBK-E01 bracket
is attached on only one side
of the camera, this bracket
grip can be screwed on the
PTBK-E01 for extension into
a two-flash system.
The optical fiber enables
control of the external flash
(es) from the camera body by
transmitting the optical signal
emitted by the camera’ s
built-in flash to the external
flash(es).
* With a two-flash system,
two underwater optical
fiber cables are required.
The diffuser sets the color
temperature to about 5000K,
which offers a warmer color
tone. A very convenient item
for underwater shooting.
Bracket
PTBK-E02
Short Arm
PTSA-02
Short Arm
PTSA-03
A bracket designed for
o r g a n i z i n g a t w o - fl a s h
system. A carrier
(PTBKC-E02) and an
adapter (PTBKS-E02) can
also be installed on this
bracket.
This rotatable arm is used
to install an underwater
flash on the accessory shoe
of the underwater case.
It can be attached to the
PTBK-E01 bracket using an
adapter (PTBKS-E02).
This item is designed to give
a larger degree of freedom
than the PTSA-02 short arm.
It can be moved and rotated
in the front-rear directions.
It can be mounted directly
on the PTBK-E01 bracket.
Accessories
Zoom Gear
PPZR-EP01
Zoom Gear
PPZR-EP02
Macro Lens Adapter
PMLA-EP01
This allows the underwater
case to control zooming of
the Micro Four Thirds lens.
Applicable lens: M.ZUIKO
DIGITAL ED 14-42mm
f3.5-5.6.
This allows the underwater
case to control zooming of
the Micro Four Thirds lens.
DIGITAL ED 9-18mm
f4.0-5.6.
The lens adapter allows an
underwater lens with a thread
diameter of 67 mm to be mounted.
It can be fitted directly on the
lens port and removal
underwater is also possible.
A string that can be attached to
the adapter body is provided
so that it will not be lost even if
it is detached accidentally.
Reflection Anti-Reflection Ring
POSR-EP01
Reflection Anti-Reflection Ring
POSR-EP02
Macro Lens
PTMC-01
This ring provides protection
against reflected light from
the surroundings.
DIGITAL ED 14-42mm
f3.5-5.6.
This ring provides protection
against reflected light from
the surroundings.
DIGITAL ED 9-18mm
f4.0-5.6.
The underwater macro-conversion
lens magnifies the image by
about two times (area ratio) in
underwater use.
* It is not applicable to the
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm
f4.0-5.6 lens due to the difference
in field angle.
Electronic Viewfinder
VF-2
Balance Weight
PWT-037
Maintenance Set
PMS-02
A bright, easy-to-view external
electronic viewfinder with a
1 0 0 % fi e l d r a t i o a n d
high-definition 14.4-million
dots.
The means of monitoring
between the rear-panel LCD
and VF-2 can be switched
underwater.
This weight is attached
on the bottom of the
underwater case to adjust
the neutral buoyancy
condition underwater.
Set of consumables required
for the maintenance described
on page 19.
<Set contents>
Silicone grease (5 g),
O-ring remover,
cotton swabs (25 sticks),
silica gel (1 g x 5),
cloth.
PT-EP01: Underwater Case System
Two types
UFL-1 x 1
type
For those who want underwater photography
to be easy and convenient
Configuration
Camera: E-PL
L1
Lens: M.ZUIKO
O DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 or M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6
f4.0Reflection Anti-Reflection
ti-Reflection Ring: POSR-EP01 or POSR-EP02 (according to lens)
Zoom Gear: PPZR-EP01 or PPZR-EP02 (according to lens)
Underwater Case: PT-EP01
External Flash: UFL-1
Underwater Optical Fiber Cable: PTCB-E02
Short Arm: PTSA-02
Underwater photography systems for the E-PL1 can be classified into two basic types
according to the external flash(es) and the grip and arm used to support the flash(es). The
“UFL-1 x 1-flash type“ system is a compact system with excellent ease of transport and
handling, and is recommended for anyone who wants an easy, convenient way to enjoy
underwater photography with high image equality. Packaged into a size almost equal to a
UFL-2 x 2
type
For those who want to experience the total
underwater photography experience
Configuration
Camera: E-PL1
Lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 or M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED
9-18mm f4.0-5.6
Reflection Anti-Reflection Ring: POSR-EP01 or POSR-EP02 (according to lens)
Zoom Gear: PPZR-EP01 or PPZR-EP02 (according to lens)
Underwater Case: PT-EP01
External Flashes: UFL-2 x 2
Diffusers: UFLDP-3 x 2
Underwater Optical Fiber Cables: PTCB-E02 x 2
Grip & Base: PTBK-E01 + PTAC-E01 (grip on one side)
Arm: Commercially available option (Example: UN Arm S & Clamp)
full system including a compact digital camera, wide-angle conversion lens and external
flash, it is an ideal system for the beginners in underwater photography. For those who
want the full underwater shooting experience, the “UFL-2 x 2-flash type“ system employs
two UFL-2 multifunctional, high-power flashes. This system is almost half the weight of an
equivalent system composed of a previous digital SLR camera and its accessories.
* The underwater pictures used in this booklet were taken using this system.
PT-EP01: Underwater Case Setup
Setting up the camera and underwater case
①Attach the reflection anti-reflection ring
and zoom gear matching the lens.
②Do not tighten the reflection anti-reflection ring
too much as it may become non-detachable
and damage the lens.
③Place the zoom gear along the edge of the
zoom dial of the lens.
④Confirm that the gear on the underwater case
is meshed with the zoom gear attached to
the lens.
⑤If the system is to be used during diving,
attach the PWT-037 balance weight for
compensation of buoyancy.
⑥Attach the short arm while keeping an eye
on the orientation of the detachmentprevention lock.
⑦Attach the UFL-1. Using the screw and nut,
clamp the flash so that it fits around the
short arm (note the orientation of the
screw).
⑧Connect the underwater optical fiber
cable to the UFL-1 and underwater case.
① ②At tach the reflection anti-reflection ring and zoom gear to camera /lens
combination. Align the notch on the inner side of the zoom gear with the Unlock switch
on the retractable cylinder of the lens. ③Align the zoom gear with the edge of the zoom
dial of the lens. ④Put the camera in the underwater case and check the gear mesh.
Also check for smooth movement of the case’ s zoom dial by turning it. After checking,
pop up the built-in flash and load the silica gel to prevent condensation at the bottom
of the camera. Then, after greasing the waterproof O-ring, close the rear part of the
body. ⑤Attach the balance weight for buoyancy compensation. ⑥⑦When clamping
the UFL-1 external flash, keep an eye on the orientation of the lock on the short arm
and the UFL-1's retaining screw, to make sure the flash doesn't fall off. It is a good idea
to tie it with a string so that it will not be lost even if it drops. ⑧Connect the underwater
optical fiber cable to finish setting up the camera and underwater case. Switch the
camera on, select an underwater mode, release the shutter, switch the UFL-1 on, and
confirm that it emits light.
Setting the underwater mode
①Menu – Detailed setup
②Select the button function allocation.
③Set the Fn button.
④Assign the underwater mode function to
the Fn button.
Fn button
Accessory port
Zoom buttons
Flash switch
Movie button
Play button
Speaker
MENU button
Connector cover
OK button
LCD monitor
Each press of
the Fn button
alternates the
screen.
Cursor button
INFO button
Erase button
Button layout on camera rear panel
⑤Fn button
⑥Underwater Macro mode screen
⑦Underwater Wide mode screen
Setting the underwater mode
①Press the MENU button to select the gear icon. ②③④Assign the underwater mode function to the Fn button.
⑤Pressing the Fn button in a mode other than SCN. iAUTO or Movie mode initiates the Underwater Wide mode, and pressing the Fn button again initiates the
Underwater Macro mode.
⑥Underwater mode switching: Each press of the Fn button alternates the Underwater Macro and Underwater Wide modes.
⑦Underwater modes: The Underwater Macro mode is indicated by one fish marking on the bottom left of the monitor screen.
The Underwater Wide mode is indicated by three fish markings on the bottom left of the monitor screen.
The underwater mode can be assigned to either the Fn button or movie button. If the underwater mode is assigned to the ③button in the menu in step ◎,
the button functions as the underwater mode switching button.
Setting the flash
Built-in flash pop-up switch
Setting the RC (Remote Control) mode
Set to ON when using the UFL-2.
Set to OFF when using the UFL-1.
Pop up the built-in flash of the E-PL1. Select the RC mode setting from the menu. Set the RC mode to OFF when using the UFL-1 or to ON when using the UFL-2.
T h e U F L-1 f l a s h h a s t h e
underwater optical fiber cable
connector on the bottom. Set
the UFL-1 to the TTL mode.
The switch on the right can
be used only in M-mode. It
does not change regardless
of the position in the T TL
mode.
Underwater optical fiber cable connector
Underwater optical fiber cable
Insert the underwater optical fiber cable into
the connector.
If the lamp does not turn on even when TTL
is set, check the batteries.
T h e U FL-2 f l a s h h a s t h e
u n d e r wa te r o p ti c a l f i b e r
cable connector on the front.
Press the mode button to
s e t t h e U F L-2 t o t h e R C
mode C1 A.
The connectors for the underwater optical fiber are located on
the front of the PT-EP01. Remove one cap and fix the other cap
using a clamp or string so that it will not be lost.
Two flashes can be adjusted
independently with remote
control from the camera.
Insert the underwater optical fiber cable into
the connector.
Press the ZOOM button several times until
ZOOM is set to 12 mm.
* The channel can be selected
from 1 to 4, and the group can
be selected from A, B or C. For
the operating procedure, refer to
“Advanced level“ (page 25).
Techniques You Should Know
Maintenance
<Maintenance of underwater case>
①Remove the O-ring and place it on the rear
body so that it will not get dirty.
⑤Place the O-ring in the groove. Take care
not to twist it.
②Clean the surface which the O-ring was on.
⑥Turn the buckle until it clicks to lock it.
<Maintenance of underwater flash>
⑦Perform maintenance before changing the
batteries.
⑧Apply a dab of silicone grease to the O-ring.
③Use a lot of grease.
①Remove the O-ring using the O-ring remover. ②Using
a cotton swab, clean the O-ring groove and the surface
on which the O-ring is applied. ③ ④Apply silicone
grease of the amount of 5 to 6 grains of rice, for
example, on the cleaned O-ring. ⑤Place the greased
O-ring back in the groove. ⑥Close the rear body and
turn the buckle to lock it. Confirm that the O-ring is not
projecting outside the groove. Maintenance is required
ever y time the rear body is opened. A convenient
maintenance set is available for this purpose. ⑦-⑩Also
perform similar maintenance on the O-ring of the flash.
⑨Clean the surface on which the O-ring is
applied.
④Check that the O-ring is free of sand, dust,
hair, etc.
The maintenance set, grease and silica
gel are available through the online shop.
⑩Replace the O-ring. Take care not to twist it.
Submersion inspection before and after entering the water
Equipment check before diving
Submerge the underwater case in a bucket of water to make sure it is watertight.
Check the watertightness again during descent after entering the water.
Confirm that water is not penetrating the underwater case.
Just as your diving equipment needs to be checked before actual diving, your
photography equipment should be checked before shooting. Before entering the
water, confirm that the camera's built-in flash is popped up and that the external
flash is synchronized with the built-in flash.
You should check the watertightness of the underwater case as part of its regular
maintenance. Fill a large bucket with fresh water, submerge the case for 3 seconds
and confirm the absence of water penetration. Also check water penetration by
varying the submersion period between 30 seconds and 3 minutes at three intervals.
In addition, it is recommended to have the staff or your diving partner take the
camera at the time of entry or exit so that you don't drop the camera.
When you've finished using the camera, wash the salt and sand away by holding the
case under running water. After you've removed the camera from the underwater
case, it is also recommended that you submerge it in fresh water to complete
eliminate any salt residue.
Be careful not to drop the camera when
leaving the water.
Wash the case with fresh water before the
salt has a chance to dry.
Taking pictures in a pool or while snorkelling
Water drops attach easily if the front glass is dirty.
It is recommended to wear a life jacket for snorkelling.
When you're taking pictures in a pool or
while snorkelling, you don't need to use an
external flash or accessories such as the
balance weight. All you'll need is the E-PL1
camera and under water case. It is
recommended to use the Underwater Wide
mode, set the flash to OFF and the exposure
correction to 0.0. If the shooting environment
is so bright that you have to squint, it is
recommended to use the VF-2 electronic
viewfinder. Since you're not using a flash,
you should take pictures around noon on a
clear day. To capture a clear image with low
noise, approach the subject as closely
possible with the sun behind you.
Recommended lenses:
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6,
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6.
Set the flash to OFF. The exposure can be adjusted with the cursor key.
Lock the VF-2 by lowering the tilting.
Beginner
level
Underwater wide-angle shooting
Compact shooting system
Turn the zoom dial to the wide-angle end.
Underwater Wide mode screen
Oh, here’s Professor
Sea Turtle
Approach the subject as close as possible.
Underwater shooting during scuba diving is
where the E-PL1 really shines. The dedicated
underwater camera modes enables one-touch
setting/operation, while the auto brightness
control and dedicate d flash combine to
reproduce the main subject in a transparent
blue tone. Since the flash range is greatly
reduced underwater, it is necessary to get as
close as possible to the subject. The field
angle should be maximized by turning the
zoom dial on the front of the underwater case.
The underwater mode should be set to the
Underwater Wide mode.
This image was captured by closely approaching a group of batfish. Because the batfish are
fully illuminated by the light from the flash, their body colors are reproduced very clearly.
When the entire group of batfish is shot from a distance, the
overall picture is whitish and unclear.
Beginner
level
Underwater macro shooting
Turn the zoom dial to the telescopic end.
Underwater Macro mode screen
Approach slowly to avoid stirring up the sand.
Underwater macro shooting requires a more
cautious approach to the subject. If you
approach it carelessly or move to quickly, the
subject may flee run or stir up the sand,
producing noise or spoiling the photo. When a
distant subject is photographed, multiple
emissions of flash light generate diffused
reflections between floating objects, whitening
the captured image or washing out the colors
of the subject. Patience is important. Take it
slowly if you want to obtain satisfactor y
results. To shoot the subject in a large size,
the field angle should be minimized by turning
the zoom dial. Set the underwater mode to the
Underwater Macro mode using the Fn button.
Recommended lens:
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 (42 mm end).
Shooting at kissing distance from the lens port vividly reproduces the red lines of
Stonogobiops yasha.
Shooting from a distance results in faded, weak coloring.
Medium
level
Macro shooting using close-up lens
Turn the zoom dial to the telescopic end.
Underwater Macro mode screen
Place your left hand on the sea bottom or on a rock to
immobilize the camera.
For high-magnification shooting of a sea slug,
shrimp, crab or coral polyp, use the PTMC-01
close-up lens and PMLA-EP01 macro lens
adapter. The zoom lens is M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
14-42mm f3.5-5.6 and an it is recommended
to set it to the telescopic end (42 mm). Take
care not to set the zoom to the wide-angle
position as this would result in the inner side
of the lens adapter being captured in the
image. With the macro lens, you get
extremely close to the subject and focus at a
position of a few centimetres from the lens
front. As focusing is so precise, it may not be
possible to take a picture while swimming or
if you don't have a good grip on the sea
bottom. Stabilize your body and camera
when shooting macro images.
When the close-up lens is used, focus is obtained at a single point. The distance varies
depending on the lens type. It is recommended to practice beforehand on dry ground to
see how close the subject can be approached, where it can be brought in focus, etc.
Example of a failed shot when the close-up lens is used while
the zoom lens is set to the wide-angle end.
Advanced
level
Two-flash wide-angle shooting
High-performance UFL-2 x 2-flash system
The flash intensity can be adjusted easily on the camera.
By assigning A and B to the left and right flashes, flash
compensation can be set independently for the two flashes.
Underwater Wide mode screen
The flashes should be located behind the camera.
The advantage of the two-flash system over the
one-flash system is that it can deliver flash light
more uniformly to every corner of the image. For
example, if a single flash is used in wide-angle
shooting, the flash light is concentrated in the center,
while the brightness of the surroundings drops. On
the downside, two-flash systems are bigger and
bulkier, making them more burdensome to handle
and transport. The decision to use a one-flash or
two-flash system depends on the kind of pictures
you want to take, as well as on your diving skills. The
two-flash system is recommended when you want to
enhance the quality of your work, while a compact
one-flash system using the UFL-1 flash would be the
best choice if you want to take the E-PL1 with you
wherever you go.
When portability and operability are not an issue, the two-flash system is the standard system.
If you want to create pictures as works of art, the UFL-2 flash is absolutely recommended.
A picture taken at a close distance to the subject using a
single flash.
Wow, that's really an
advanced system.
Actual Examples
Wide-angle
Wid
l shooting
h ti with
ith M.ZUIKO
M ZUIKO DIGITAL
DIG
ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
With lots of private beaches with no shooting restrictions, the Maldives is where I dive most often next to Kerama.
Here I took a shot of blue pullers crowding around branch coral. The compact UFL-1 provided more than enough light.
■ Camera: OLYMPUS E-PL1 PEN Lite
■ Underwater case: OLYMPUS PT-EP01
■ Lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
■ Flash: UFL-1 x 1
■ Grip Base: PTSA-02
■ Exposure mode: Underwater Wide mode
■ Aperture value: f8.0
■ Shutter speed: 1/160
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Exposure correction: -0.7 EV
■ Flash correction: -0.7 EV
■ White balance: Clear day
■ Finish: VIVID
■ Location: Maldives
■ Flashes: UFL-2 x 2
■ Grip Base: PTBK-E01
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Finish: VIVID
I swum through a fairly fast current and finally reached the peak after a quite a struggle.
In front of a tree coral that literally blossomed with orange sea perches, I first adjusted
the depth of blue in the background. After setting it properly, I dropped the flash intensity
to a limited level.
Actual Examples
Macro shooting with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6
A bit of a current is good for shooting Stonogobiops yasha. The stirred up sand is washed away, reducing
noise and increasing the likelihood that that the fish will hover. I took my time , moving in slowly until I was
close enough to shoot.
Urocaridella cleaning a moray. I saw them in a cave on a wall while taking wide-angle shots of tortoises
and bat fish. Perhaps it was so lost in pleasure, the moray did not move an inch even when I came in
close.
■ Exposure mode: Underwater Macro mode
■ ISO: ISO200
■ Finish: VIVID
■ Location: Kerama
■ ISO: ISO200
■ Finish: VIVID
It's overwhelming!
27 Underwater Shooting Tricks Using the Taipei Underwater Case
Actual Examples
Wide-angle shooting with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6
Maldives Blue in the dry season represents a unique blue with transparency of more than 50 meters.
I enhanced the yellow line of fish by adjusting the background to deep cobalt blue.
I released the shutter casually, caring only about the timing of the legs making strokes in water. When
shooting a picture during swimming, the camera's large LCD is convenient because it allows me to look
around the camera better than the viewfinder.
■ ISO: ISO200
■ Flash correction: 0.0 EV
■ Finish: VIVID
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Finish: VIVID
Actual Examples
Barely water surface
Lunchtime is a good time for shooting because the pool is less crowded. You should bear your hunger if
you want no other persons in the pool. When shooting from just above the water surface under the burning
sun of noon, positive correction may be effective if the water depth is shallow.
When a strong wind is blowing, it's a good time to shoot at the water's surface. Introduce the underwater
view by highlighting the waves. This technique is also used when water under the surface is cloudy.
■ Exposure mode: Aperture-priority mode
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Exposure correction: +0.3 EV
■ Finish: NATURAL
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Exposure correction: 0.0 EV
■ Flash: OFF
■ Finish: VIVID
Actual Examples
High-magnification macro
Beautiful shrimps hiding behind soft coral. The VF-2 makes it possible to focus accurately on the nearer eye
of a small shrimp. The view can be improved by applying the gear with a force almost crushing the mask.
I visited Manado to photograph these beautiful sea squirts. I was strongly tempted to increase the magnification
and image them at a larger size. I believe that a macro shooting system should be as compact as possible.
■ Lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 + PTMC-01
■ Exposure mode: M-Manual mode
■ ISO: ISO100
■ Finish: NATURAL
■ Location: Kerama
■ Lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 + PTMC-01
■ ISO: ISO200
■ Finish: VIVID
■ Location: Manado, Indonesia
Macro is fun!
Underwater Movie
Movie recording
Set the dial to the movie recording mode.
Set the exposure mode for movie recording.
Set the audio recording for movie recording.
Even during still image recording, pressing
the movie button starts movie recording
immediately.
Movie recording is ideal for fast moving subjects. The setting for automatically
capturing a still image at the end of every movie is very convenient.
Visit here for movies
Movie mode control screen: Program set to Auto,
white balance clear day, image stabilization 1 ON,
S-AF, HD movie, ISO Auto, audio recording ON,
exposure correction 0.0.
When a scene contains movement, movies may
sometimes be better at communicating emotions and
s i t u a t i o n s t h a n s t i l l i m a g e s . T h e E - PL1 h a s a
dedicated movie button. Pressing the movie button at
any moment you like during still image capturing
switches it to movie recording. It is a good idea to use
the menus beforehand to do all the detailed settings
for movie recording such as the recording mode to be
u s e d, au dio re c ording a nd im age qua lit y. T he
recommended settings are Program Auto audio
recording ON, ISO Auto, image quality HD and white
balance for clear day. The exposure correction can be
adjusted anyhow with reference to ±0.0. If you may
record movies frequently, it is recommended to use a
memory card with large capacity (16 GB or 32 GB).
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I see.
Underwater Movie
Movie recording
Image without color filter. The image has a blue cast.
A commercially available underwater color
filter for video cameras. It can be attached or
detached underwater.
Secure the filter with an elastic band. Be
careful that air bubbles do not attach to the
inner side of the filter.
Underwater movie images suffer
from a blue cast the flash cannot be
used. As this problem is particularly
noticeable in wide-angle shooting, a
color filter should be used. Use a
commercially available color filter
fo r u s e w i th u n d e r wa te r v i d e o
cameras and secure it to the front
glass of the underwater case with
an elastic band. Check before use
so that the bubbles exhaled by the
diver do not attach to the inner side
of the filter. If the flash is used to
shoot a still image while the color
filter is attached, the picture will be
red cast, so still images should be
taken by either switching the flash
of f or removing the color filter.
Mac ro movie re c o rding is also
possible by using an underwater
light without using a color filter.
Image with color filter. Red is added so the color tone is adjusted more naturally.
A very reddish picture due to simultaneous
use of color filter and flash.
Macro shooting is also possible using an
underwater light.
Olympus does not guarantee the operation of the non-Olympus products discussed here by Mr. Jun Shimizu.
Users’ Voices
I was astonished by how much lighter the system based on the E-PL1
is, even when the UFL-1 flash is included. It's an easy system for
women to carry and enables stress-free shooting. The system continued to amaze me during underwater shooting. The soft coral I shot here
was rooted on a drop-off, the kind of location that used to require a lot
of preparation like changing the strobe position and brightness. I also
worried that the standard zoom lens would be insufficient, but thanks to
the sharp AF and excellent color reproduction underwater, it worked
much better than expected. With its light weight, compact size and
clear imaging, this system has everything. As someone who is accustomed to underwater shooting with heavier gear, I found this lightweight
system more than satisfactory.
Ms. Chikako Nagai
Photo by Ms. Nagai
Flash light is distributed evenly around the soft coral.
I have dived more than 1,000 times since I began the sport at the age of 60, but
I still enjoying just as much as when I first started. The first camera I used for
underwater photography was the OLYMPUS C5050Z, but since then I have
worked my way through several cameras, always searching for better autofocus,
better color reproduction, better flash... At present, my wife and I each have two
sets of E-3 and UFL-2, one set for wide-angle and one set for macro. With each
of use carrying two cameras, it takes up a lot of space when we travel, especially
overseas. However, if we change one of the E-3 cameras for the E-PL1, we will
still be able to enjoy underwater shooting for another twenty years or more. We
also take pictures on land, but we sometimes miss photo opportunities when we
are reluctant to carry heavy cameras. But, with high portability and performance
both underwater and on the land, this camera is like a dream come true for us.
Photo by Mr. Itsumi
Surprised at the size of tortoise, I was careful not to wake it up while taking pictures.
Mrs. Kinuyo Itsumi (left) & Hiroo Itsumi (right)
Users’ Voices
Photo by Mr. Sano
Just focus on the eye of the coral shrimp!
Photo by Mr. Naka
Maybe Sepia latimanus is laying eggs? The beautifully reproduced
body colors look joyful.
Photo by Mr. Yazawa
Blue spots on the red skin of coral grouper are very impressive on the clear blue background.
Sano:All I can say is it’s really fun. I used the
two-flash system, which was easy to
operate but allowed me to take very
high-class pictures. The lens cap accepts
a close-up lens so I was able to approach
it even with a 14-42 mm lens.
Naka:I agree it’s a fun. I used the one-flash system
and could also get beautiful pictures with
Mr. Koichi Sano (right)
simple operation. In particular, I’ve never
Mr. Tomoharu Naka (left)
seen color rendering of such sunlight. The
finish is different from the E-3 I usually use, but it still astonished me for the beauty.
Sano:I feel like getting it. It is wonderful that such pictures can be taken with the
feeling of a compact digital camera. I also appreciate the fact that the price
is more reasonable than other SLR cameras.
Naka:Yes, I also like to use it as a sub-camera.
I tested the E-PL1!
My wife who has been a user of the μ Series consulted me about buying a new
camera. She was satisfied with the power of her small, rugged camera from taking
snapshots of the cat to underwater shooting, but she seemed to be interested in
the picture quality of the SLR I use.
However, the SLR is too big and bulky for her, and she felt awkward looking into
the viewfinder to monitor the image. Happily, Olympus released a camera that
solved all of her problems. It is a compact, lightweight SLR that can record images
while you view them on an LCD just like a compact camera. My wife is not good at
diving and finds it hard to look into a small viewfinder to shoot pictures. But this
camera even has a dedicated waterproof housing and makes possible underwater
Mr. Kaigyo Yazawa
shooting with the same feeling as well as size as a traditional compact digital
camera. In addition, we can now make HD movie recordings of our beloved cat. Though I used to say, “the point is to clip a
motion from a single moment,” I feel it is still great to be able to record the gestures, movements and voices of the family and
pet. Another great thing about this camera is the Art Filters that make possible a new level of creative expression.
My wife was also very impressed by pictures I took with the E-PL1. She is now longing for the E-PL1 and spending her time
reading a magazine called “Joshi Camera (Women’s Camera).”
PT-EP01: Underwater Case System Chart
Short Arm
PTSA-02
Electronic Flash
UFL-1
Balance Weight
PWT-037
Antireflective Ring
POSR-EP01
Micro Four Thirds DSLR
White
Champagne Gold
Black
o Withstand pressure
water depth: 40 m
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6
Bracket Grip
PTAC-E01
Zoom Gear
PPZR-EP01
Underwater optical
fiber cable
PTCB-E02
Adapter
PTBKS-E02
Electronic Flash
UFL-2
water depth: 60 m
Diffuser for UFL-2
UFLDP-3
Short Arm
PTSA-03
Note: The PTSA-03 can
be directly mounted on
the PTBK-E01 without
the PTBKS-E02.
Arm & Adapter (other company's products)
Bracket
PTBK-E01
Underwater Case for E-PL1
PT-EP01
Macro Lens Adapter
PMLA-EP01
Note: The edges of the image may
be cropped on the wide-angle side
depending on the focal length.
LCD hood
PFUD-EP01
Body Cap
PBC-EP01
(provided with the PT-EP01)
(provided with the PT-EP01)
Underwater Macro
Conversion Lens
PTMC-01
Antireflective Ring
POSR-EP02
Bracket
PTBK-E02
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL
ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6
Career
PTBKC-E02
Hand strap
PST-EP01
RED
PST-EP01
BLU
PST-EP01
ORG
Zoom Gear
PPZR-EP02
PT-048
T
High reliability and operability. Underwater Case with compatible design.
Olympus PT Series cases are now even easier to use than ever. The PT-048 can accommodate either μTOUGH-8010 or μTOUGH-6020 using the provided adapter. In addition to various underwater
modes that are easy even for beginners, accessories such as external flashes and conversion lens expand the joy of photography further. Both the μTOUGH-8010 and μTOUGH-6020 cameras are
designed waterproof and safe against accidental water leak or water immersion.
PT-048: Underwater Case System Chart
Waterproof Compact Cameras
μTOUGH-8010
Electronic Flash
UFL-1
water depth: 40 m
Underwater optical
fiber cable
PTCB-E02
Optical Cable Adapter
PFCA-01
(provided with the PT-048)
Electronic Flash
UFL-2
Diffuser for UFL-2
UFLDP-3
water depth: 60 m
Blue
Short Arm
PTSA-02
Note: The UFL-2 can only be
used for the μTOUGH-8010.
Waterproof Compact Cameras
μTOUGH-6020
Pink
Green
Underwater approx. 0.6X (underwater angle
of view approx. 100°)
Adapter
PTAC-07
Adapter
PTAC-06
Underwater Wide Conversion Lens
PTWC-01
o Lens construction: 4 elements in 4 groups
o Size: φ131 mm x 69 mm Weight: 1,000 g
o Lens mount diameter: φ67 mm
o When used on land, the four corners of the
image get cropped.
Short Arm
PTSA-03
Underwater Case for μTOUGH-8010/μTOUGH-6020
PT-048
Step-up Ring
PSUR-03
o ø52mm-67mm
Underwater approx. 2X (area ratio)
Consumables for PT-EP01/PT-048
T-EP01/PT-048 Underwate
Underwater Cases
Underwater Macro Conversion Lens
PTMC-01
Silicone grease
2
PSOLG-2
Silicone grease
PSOLG-3
3
S
Silica
gel
S
SILCA-5S
(5 g)
(40 g)
(1
1 g x 5 pieces)
O-ring for PT-EP01
POL-EP01
O--ring for PT-048
PO
OL-041
Maintenance Set
PMS-02
LCD hood
PFUD-07
Lens Cap
PRLC-12
o Lens construction: 2 elements in 1 group
o Size: φ70 mm x 18 mm Weight: 146 g
o Lens mount diameter: φ67 mm
o The tip is provided with a 67 mm diameter filter
thread for stacking with other lens filter or lens.
Hand strap
PST-EP01
RED
PST-EP01
BLU
PST-EP01
ORG
MEMO
MEMO
Afterword
In the past, whenever I went on a photography trip, I would take three OLYMPUS E3s, one for underwater wide-angle, one for
underwater macro and one for land shooting. Along with the three cameras, I'd pack a bunch of interchangeable lenses in camera bags
and suitcases, causing an excess baggage problem every time I arrived at the boarding counter at the airport. However, for this booklet,
I took all the pictures with OLYMPUS PEN. I carried two E-PL1 cameras and one 14-42mm lens and one 9-18mm lens for underwater
shooting. I also brought an EP-1 for land shooting and an EP-2 accommodated in an original housing with an 8 mm Four Thirds fisheye
lens for underwater shooting. Even though I had four cameras, the total weight was only about half the usual. This light weight was
encouraging for me since I am getting older and also made me feel like I finally found some equipment that I can recommend to others
from the bottom of my heart.
Although there were only two Micro Four Thirds lenses that could be used inside the underwater case, I was able to enjoy a full range of
underwater shooting from wide-angle to macro. Thanks to the VF-2, I was freed from the stress of not being able to look into the viewfinder.
I made up my mind to use high-performance cameras and the compact, lightweight PEN but, when I cast a side glance at the lenses that
cannot be stored in the damp-proof storage, I found that all of my recent regular lenses are compact ones. The lightweight, low-cost
telescopic zoom, which I rarely used before, is now taking the special seat in the camera bag, and the Micro Four Thirds 17 mm lens is
becoming my standard lens. Now I am almost looking forward to see what kinds of lenses I shall be putting in the bag a year from now.
Jun Shimizu
A photographer who shoots landscapes shot from the
wate r sur face or on the beach, with the theme of
“looking up at the sky from underwater.”
Mr. Shimizu writes ar ticles and shoots pictures for
camera and diving-related maga zines and also
conducts an underwater photography course called
“Marine Products” in Naha, Okinawa.
His books include “DARE DEMO TORERU SUICHU
SHASHIN (Under water Photography for A nyone)”
(Marine Planning Co., Ltd.) and “DEJITARU KAMERA
DE K ANTAN SUICHU SHASHIN (Simple Underwater
Photography with Digital Camera)” (Saneitei).
Member of Japan Professional Photographers Society.
Photos, text, advice:
Composition, text:
Jun Shimizu (Marine Products)
Olympus Imaging Corp.
I wish I could take pictures
as beautiful as a professional
photographer's.
You can! All you have
to do is put what you've
learned into practice.
201004-01(●)

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