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Olympus OM-D E-M10 III — Settings for Sports Photography

Here are the recommended camera settings for sports photography with the Olympus OM-D E-M10 III. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.

Recommended Settings

SettingValue
ISO
400–3200
Aperture
f/2.8 – f/5.6
Shutter Speed
1/500s – 1/2000s
White Balance
Auto
Focus Mode
Continuous AF (AF-C), Tracking

These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Olympus OM-D E-M10 III and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.

Camera-Specific Tips

  • Take advantage of the electronic viewfinder (EVF) on the OM-D E-M10 III, which provides a live histogram overlay. This feature helps you monitor exposure levels in real-time, ensuring your photos are neither too dark nor too bright.
  • Customize the function buttons on the OM-D E-M10 III to suit your shooting style. For example, assign the Fn1 button to quickly switch between different focus modes, allowing you to adapt swiftly to changing scenes.

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