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Olympus PEN E-P7 — Settings for Portrait Photography
Here are the recommended camera settings for portrait photography with the Olympus PEN E-P7. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.
Recommended Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| ISO | 100–400 |
| Aperture | f/1.8 – f/2.8 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/125s – 1/250s |
| White Balance | Auto / Daylight |
| Focus Mode | Single AF, Eye Detection |
Tips for Your Camera
- Your Olympus PEN E-P7 has a 2x crop sensor. For stronger background blur, use your longest focal length and move closer to your subject.
These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Olympus PEN E-P7 and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.
Camera-Specific Tips
- The Olympus PEN E-P7 features a dedicated exposure compensation dial on the top right of the camera. Use this dial to quickly adjust the brightness of your image without diving into menus, making manual shooting more intuitive.
- Activate the Focus Peaking feature on the Olympus PEN E-P7 to highlight the areas in focus with a colored outline. This is especially useful when using manual focus lenses to ensure sharpness.
- The Olympus PEN E-P7 has a tilting touchscreen that allows you to compose shots from low or high angles easily. This feature is great for capturing unique perspectives without straining yourself.
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