Contains complete operating and handling instructions for the OM-1n, OM-2n and OM-10. Clearly written and illustrated, it covers all aspects of using any of these models - from loading film to changing lenses, as well as using infra-red film and automatic aperture-preferred metering. Also included is information on the Olympus T20 electronic flash, Motor Drive 1, Winder 1 and 250 Film Back. Besides operating instructions, this book includes a section on general photographic techniques and procedures. This section covers lenses, films, filters and electronic flash units as well as providing practical suggestions for dealing with specific shooting situations and problems. The book contains a wealth of photographic information in a small, convenient format. Designed to fit easily in your pocket or camera bag, it is a practical, on-location, reference manual for professional and amateur photographer alike. This is a useful little reference book, but only covers the OM-1n, OM-2n and OM-10. Suprisingly well illustrated for such a tiny book, it contains many closeups of the various camera controls and features. From the Introduction..... The first six chapters of the book describe six Olympus OM cameras no longer availble new ( OM-1, OM-2, OM-10, OM-3/4, OM-2SP, and OM-40) but which can often be found in the secondhand windows of photographic dealers. The camera descriptions are intended to help you get to know the camera, to help you decide before you buy. They will also help you find your way around if you have bought one without an instruction manual. In other chapters you will be introduced to lenses, flash units, motordrives, winders and other accessories. Mentions many of the OM System components only in passing and coverage is therefore fairly superficial. Concentrates mainly on the camera bodies listed. Very brief coverage of Zuiko lenses. A useful book to have in your OM library, but not my first choice. From the Introduction....... This Olympus System Lens Handbook was compiled with two aims.On the one hand it puts a comprehensiveknowledge of all the OM System lenses at your fingertips; on the other, it will serve as a lively companion in your adventures around the world of photography. The Lens Handbook is designed as the first ina series of Handbooks introducing every aspect of the OM System. Join us in exploring further the infinite riches of photography as subsequent OM System handbooks are announced. As far as I know, this book was never intended to be for sale. It was given to special customers and disributed through the Olympus sales channel. The book is an indispensable reference for Zuiko lenses. It contains a two-page spread on each lens with technical details and indicative photographs taken with each lens. The book also contains a number of excellent photo essays by prominent photographers. Other OM System Groups (Motor drive, Flash, Macro and Finder erc) are only briefly mentioned. A useful glosary of common optical and lens designand construction terminolgy is included. If you get a chance to buy one of these babies on e-bay etc grab it! From the book.... This book explains the special features of the OM System and helps you to shoose from the great variety of accessories to adapt your camera to your purpose....The OM close-up and macrophotography system is comprehensively explained so that you can use it make remarkable, compelling images. All accessories are covered: interchangeable focussing screens, motor drives, film winders, special camera backs, viewfinder accessories - even carrying cases. In addition to practical information on how Olympus OM System cameras and auxilliary items work, this books tells how to use the equipment to its full potential to make effective photographs. You'll find basic information on exposure, film and filters, film handling, how to care for your equipment plus reference tables and specificationscovering the complete OM System. This book will be your standard reference on Olympus SLR cameras and accessories. If you could own just one book to cover the Olympus OM System, this would be it. A thoroughly comprehensive description of virtually every component of the OM System. I cannot recommend this book strongly enough to the serious OM photographer or collector. Various editions of this version of the Shipman Olympus Guide were produced during the late 1970's and early 1980's, each covering slightly different models. Most cover the OM-1 and OM-2 (or the 1n, 2n variants) and some combination of the twin digit OM cameras (OM-10, 20, 30 and 40) depending on the date of the edition. From the book....... Since 1979 our Olympus SLR camera guide has been updated regularly to include the latest equipment. In this 1989 printing of the book we introduce the OM-88 camera. Also, and for the first time, we feature a camera that is not an SLR - the Infinity SUperZoom 300, which has been described as " not an SLR, not a point-and-shoot camera and not a combination of the two". This exciting innovation in photography is a unique new system that deserves the distinction of being featured here. A most comprehensive and in-depth description and instructions for the use of most OM System components. Major chapters devoted to major OM System Groups (Flash, Motordrive, Macro, Finder etc). Not that the OM-1, OM-2 and OM-3 bodies are not covered at all. Much of the book is similar to the earlier version of Shipman (see above) but this version is useful if you own and use the OM-4 or OM-4T models. From the book....... A new member of Amphoto's Modern Camera Guide Series, this fact filled guide will prove to be an indispensible tool in familiarising the Olympus owner or prospective buyer with the versatile OM-1 and OM-2 SLR cameras and their accessories. The author gives a clear descripton of each camera and its manu features, from camera components and flash units to sophisticated ,otordrive and a vast array of macrophotography equipment. Instructive photographs are used to further simplify camera operation, and to point out potential problems that can occur, and their solutions. A vivid colour section shows the results that can be obtained by putting the knowledge gained from this book to use. The lens guide introduces a wide selection of Zuiko lenses, as well as offering pertinent information that will help you to choose a lens that is suitable for your particular photographic needs. This book tried to cover the whole OM System but is nowhere near as thorough as Shipman (see above). Mostly black and white, this book covers a lot of basic photographic theory including filters, film types, how to steady your camera etc. This book has secions which briefly cover the parts of the OM-1, handling, films and filters, exposure measurement with the built-in meter, flash with the OM-1, using Zuiko interchangeable lenses, motor-drives, close-up and other accessories as well as a sectiuon on care and cleaning of the camera. There is a useful appendix containing hyperfocal distances for various lenses, shutter speeds required to arrest various movements and conversion of film speeds. This is a useful book but not as comprehensive as Shipman's Olympus Guides (see above). While the book contains no photographs of equipment etc, most of the diagrams have obviously been drawn specifically for the OM-1 (ie they are not generic diagrams) so this is useful for the beginner. From the book........ This book is about the fascination of OM Techniques, the unlimited possibilities of picture creation with one of the most sophisticated camera systems of our time. It is a specialist book and storehouse of ideas, richly filled with expert tips for the sovereign mastery of photographic technique and the correct choice of equipemnt to suit the subject. It contains too, principles to be emulated from all areas of single lens refllex photography. This volume has been produced in Italian, German and English translations. It was obviously written very early in the development and release of the OM System. On page 147, Pangerl talks about the planned mid-1978 release of a new Zuiko zoom lens - the 35-70mm F3.6 This is a useful addition to any serious OM collector's library and is highly recommended.
Franklin, Harold. Olympus Modern Classics. Hove Photo Books, 1991. ISBN 0-906447-90-9. 12.5cm x 19cm. Softcover. 189 pages. Black and white.
Olympus Optical Company Ltd. The OM System Lens Handbook. C240E. October 1985. 21cm x 30cm. 208 pages. Colour.
Shipman, Carl. How to Select and Use Olympus SLR Cameras. HP Books, 1981. ISBN 0-89586-015-5. 200 pages. 28cm x 22cm. Softcover. Colour and Black and white illustrations.
Shipman, Carl. How to Select and Use Olympus SLR Cameras. HP Books, 1989. ISBN 0-89586-802- . 174 pages. 28cm x 22cm. Softcover. Colour and Black and white illustrations.
Heiberg, Milton. The Olympus Guide - A Modern Camera Guide Series. Amphoto Publication, 1978. 118 pages. ISBN 0-8174-2104-1. 20cm x 25.5cm. Softcover. Black and White with 6 colour plates.
Emanuel, W.D. Olympus OM-1 Guide 3rd Edition. Focal Press. 1977. 88 pages. 12cm x 16cm. Limp. Black and White diagrams.
Pangerl, Franz. The World of OM Systems. 2nd Edition. Co-produced with Olympus Optical Co. (Europa) GmbH., Hamburg. 1977. 350 pages. 16cm x 21.5cm. Hardcover. Colour and Black and White plates.