I did not receive instructions on how to use this camera. Why do I need to insert batteries? What does the M and S button do for the camera/binoculars? What is the lens below these buttons for? Where do you insert film/memory card etc.? I did not receive instructions on how to use this camera. Why do I need to insert batteries? What does the M and S button do for the camera/binoculars? What is the lens below these buttons for?... » Read More I did not receive instructions on how to use this camera. Why do I need to insert batteries? What does the M and S button do for the camera/binoculars? What is the lens below these buttons for? Where do you insert film/memory card etc.? « Show Less
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The M is the mode button to turn it on and off, S button is the shutter button to take pictures. The batteries are to run the camera. If you recieved the CD run the program and take the tutorial, it will help explain alot. No it does not take a film or memory card. You can also contact www.vivitar.com for support
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The M is the mode button to turn it on and off, S button is the shutter button to take pictures. The batteries are to run the camera. If you recieved the CD run the program and take the tutorial, it will help explain alot. No it does not take a film or memory card. You can also contact www.vivitar.com for support. The lens as you call it is actually a screen that tells you different things,like what mode you are in,number of pictures you have taken.
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I'm giving it to a boy aged 9. He will like it. I could not use it, as my eyesight is not that good.
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Do you have your camera set to auto? The camera needs to be set to a manual setting. On my Nikon, I have an M (manual) setting next the the auto, landscape, etc... Double check which setting you have it on.You have to do some of the focusing on the telescope, too. The same way you would focus without the camera is how you would focus your camera. We had to look all of this up, too.
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Thanks very much for the info., Les. I actually returned my camera when even Panasonic tech support couldn't fix the problem, but I later learned it was not a defective camera. I'll be buying it again in the near future as I think it's a great camera, and I'll be saving your message in an attempt to figure it all out. Also, too bad there's no flash button on the camera and that you have to go to the menu to fiddle with it. That's weird! (and too bad it doesn't pop up automatically, like my Sony) THANKS AGAIN! Jeffroar
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Once you attached your camera to the battery grip, you can attached the battery grip to the tripod. The hole that is on the bottom if the camera is the same hole the is at the bottom of the battery grip in order for you to attached it to the tripod. I hope that answer your question. This is an awesome product.
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There is an adapter ring that screws onto the lens that allows it to attach to your camera. The lens is totally manual and will only work with the M setting on your camera. It is 4+ pounds so it is better to have a tripod as well.
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This zoom is a difficult one to use. Set to M, then you have to go into light settings on your menu....you have to experiment with the different shuttering by dialing thru the light exposure settings, shutter speed settings, and focusing adjustments. It is a real trial and error, but after a while the settings will begin to fall into place according to your style cameras.
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I can not give you an answer to your question because neither my husband or myself have been able to figure it out. We have taken one or two pictures, but it was completely by accident. Also it seem the battery is always dead when we go to use the binocular. I am careful to turn it off, but that does not help. If I was going to rate this item, I would give it -0- stars. Sorry to be so negative about it.
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If I think your asking how do I load the film correctly then my answer would be it's a digital camera. No film, it records your pictures on a memory card. If this was your answer then you should check you tube for videos on using your style camera. If you wanted to know where do you stick the memory card the you can open a sliding door on the bottom of the camera.be careful because when I try and do this I accidentally hit the power bottom and the I feel the lens start to come out and I worry it might hurt the zoom. So I hold the camera by it's. Sides. If you have further questions Let me know. I can also send you a video to show you. If I think your asking how do I load the film correctly then my answer would be it's a digital camera. No film, it records your pictures on a memory card. If this was your answer then you should check you tube for videos on using your style camera. If you wanted to know where do you stick the memory card the you can open a sliding door on the bottom of the camera.be careful because when I try and do this I accidentally hit the power bottom and the I feel the lens start to come out and I worry it might hurt the zoom. So I hold the camera by it's. Sides. If you have further questions Let me... » Read More If I think your asking how do I load the film correctly then my answer would be it's a digital camera. No film, it records your pictures on a memory card. If this was your answer then you should check you tube for videos on using your style camera. If you wanted to know where do you stick the memory card the you can open a sliding door on the bottom of the camera.be careful because when I try and do this I accidentally hit the power bottom and the I feel the lens start to come out and I worry it might hurt the zoom. So I hold the camera by it's. Sides. If you have further questions Let me know. I can also send you a video to show you. « Show Less
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There are no written instructions with it.I called Leica USA and told them the instructional cd would not play and they said they would send me a new one.That was a month ago and I have heard or received nothing.One of the retailers on there locator emailed me the manual and I have figured out some of the functions myself.But the parent company has pretty lousy service.The girl on the phone new absolutely nothing. hunter4473@att.net
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There is a "slide" type of switch on top of each unit. Assuming you got the same ones I did, there is a rubber band that attaches to the bottom of each unit. Then there is the switch on top. The lens goes in front. If they don't turn on it may be that the non-replaceable batteries are dead. If you make them work, then be sure you turn them off after you're done.
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thank you for replying, actually I did finally find them on the camera when I turned the dial to custom. Do you know where I could find an expanded users manual? You would think this kind of info would have come with the camera.
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Hi Tim. Its been a while since I bought my camera body but if memory serves me correctly there is a body strap a a cpver that affixes to the body when the lens is not in place. You also get a rechargeable battery and wall charger and a small rubber eyepiece. The following URL is from BH Photo and lists exactly what should be in the box: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/842936-REG/Olympus_V204045SU000_OM_D_E_M5_Micro_Four.htmlHope this helps.
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Well the button on top has a little graphic of a camera so I would say you use it to take snapshots while using it as a camera... I have never used it for that and most likely never will because I use a program called Many Cam and it lets me take snapshots right from my the software. As far as focus is concerned, it is fixed focus and so far I have not found any issues with it. Much better than Auto Focus for sure.... it seems to do fine up close and also with distance... but also remember it does not have any type of ZOOM.... I have had many cams and this one is by far the best for my needs and also the cheapest. Hope this helps.
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I looked at the camera menu, and it appears it is capable of shooting NTSC (US) and PAL (Canada & Europe) video. I've never tried video, so I have no idea about the results. The instructions I got were not in English, so I downloaded and printed my manual, since I haven't 'Video'd' I have no clue how to set it up. If my memory serves me, the lenses are the the same as the older Canon EOS digitals, and even earlier Canon 35mm film cameras. The lenses we have for 'my' camera are from our first Canon 35mm film camera, and work as good as they did with it. We have 3 lenses, one is for wide angle scenes, one for 'mid range' pix and the third is relatively long lens that we use for 'almost telephoto' pictures. That's the draw-backs, for differences in distance, the lens must be changed for detail. One of my friends had an adapter for the his telescope eye-piece that would adapt the camera to his 1500 mm telescope tube. Now that was a telephoto lens. Do what you will, I like my 20D just fine. It has a masculine feel to it, it fits well in work worn hands. The function buttons must be touched on purpose to change the function of what you want to do. I bought a new Canon for my wife. It was what she wanted, and in her internet research, it was what she wanted. It is all, and more than she wanted. I love the way the camera takes pictures, but the function buttons are so sensitive that I find I change functions when that isn't my intention. However it takes AWESOME Pictures. The 20D is an amazing camera, and cost about a sixth of the price. Buy the lens if you will, shoot your videos, but remember, let me know how they turn out.
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If you have a memory card adapter or slots on your PC or printer (connected to PC) you can put the memory card in the slot and it should bring up the auto-play menu thing on Windows. If it does, hit the folder button then you can copy/paste them where you want. If it doesn't show up or autoplay does not start, wait a minute after inserting the card so it can plug-and-play install (you can see the little icons at the bottom of your screen, it should say something about installing something) then go to My Computer; there should be a new drive letter that isn't associated with your stuff. That'll be your memory card and you can find your files to do as you please with them. If you aren't using a memory card, you'll have to hook your camera up via USB directly to your computer and access the files through there. I know I"m not too detailed on explaining; though I hope it helps. :/
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Actually it is. I had to find out how to use it in 4 months. A lot of people on here said it but never explain it. I'll explain it for ya. When you got to the "menu", scroll down to where it reads "Enable Shutter Release". That's how you use it. I never knew what that meant and Sony damn sure ain't going to you either. My advise is get a really good tripod and the remote control. If you hand held shoot with these tubes, you'll be pissed. Enjoy, peace.
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I only do by the side button - don't think you can use the lens as you would with regular camera. I bought this for a special trip where I knew I'd want the zoom. Bought it with plenty of time to practice. My pictures are amazing and even folks around me at during my trip who had huge lenses and fancy cameras were watching my photos. BUT you need practice time - and it is point and shoot camera....