Introduction
This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and effective use of your Ourlife Compact Digital Camera. This camera is designed for high-quality photography and videography, featuring 5K Ultra HD recording, 72MP photos, 16X digital zoom, and a 2.8-inch LCD screen. It is suitable for various applications including vlogging, travel, sports, and everyday adventures. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the device.
Safety Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
- Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
- Do not ingest the battery; it poses a chemical burn hazard.
- Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
- If you suspect batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
CAUTION
- If the battery is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire, or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions:
- Do not disassemble the battery.
- Do not crush, drop, or step on the battery pack.
- Do not short circuit the battery and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
- Do not expose the battery to high temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
- Do not incinerate or dispose of the battery in fire.
- Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion batteries.
- Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
- Keep the surface of the battery pack dry.
- Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, bursting, fire, or injury may result.
- Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
- Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adapter/Battery charger. If any malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
- If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue, restart the application or disconnect and reconnect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
System Requirements for Computer Connection
To transfer videos and photos to computers, ensure your system meets the following specifications:
- Processor: Intel Pentium 2.0GHz or higher
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP or higher
- RAM: 2GB or more
- Available Disk Memory: 40GB or more
- Interface: Standard USB interface
- GPU: 1GB or higher
- Resolution: 1920x1080 pixels or higher
Parts and Controls
Front and back view of the Ourlife Compact Digital Camera, highlighting key features like 5K Ultra HD, 72.0 Mega Pixels, 16X Powerful Zoom, and WiFi.
The camera's dial and screen displaying various shooting modes: Photo, Video, Setup, Scenery, Portrait, Slow-motion, Night, and Effects.
Front Side Controls:
- Fill light
- Lens
Back Side Controls:
- Display screen
- Charging/working indicator light
- Digital zoom in (+)
- Digital zoom out (-)
- Up Button / Light fill shortcut Button
- Right Button / Shortcut Button for timing photo
- M Button (Mode selection)
- Down Button / Delete Button
- Left Button / Shortcut Button for continuous photo taking
- Menu Button / Menu return Button
- Playback Button
Top Side Controls:
- Power button
- Photo button
Bottom Side Controls:
- Tripod interface
- Battery/memory card slot
Left Side Controls:
- Type-C USB interface
Button Functions Summary:
| Button/Indicator | Function |
|---|---|
| POWER | Power on / off, Pause of recording |
| PHOTO | Take photo, Start/end recording, Half press to focus |
| Indicator light | Red (charging), Blue (working) |
| "+" | Digital zoom in |
| "-" | Digital zoom out |
| Up | Upward, Turn on/off the fill light |
| Right | Rightward, Short press in photo mode to switch to timing photo, Confirm |
| M | Open the mode selection page |
| Down | Downward, Delete photo/video |
| Left | Leftward, Short press in camera mode to switch to continuous camera |
| MENU | Open/exit menu settings and system settings |
| Playback | Open/Exit Media Playback |
| USB | USB cable charging, Connect the computer with USB cable |
Setup
1. Charging the Battery
- Turn off the camera.
- Open the battery cover and insert the battery in the correct direction. Close the battery cover securely.
- Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a 5V/1A~5V/2A adapter for charging.
The camera package contents, showing the camera, battery, USB cable, pouch, and user guide.
Charging Indicators:
- The charging indicator will be red when the battery is charging.
- The charging indicator will turn off automatically when the battery is fully charged.
- A full charge typically takes around 2 hours. A fully charged battery provides approximately 70 minutes of recording time.
- For faster charging, ensure the camera is powered off during the charging process.
2. Inserting and Formatting the Memory Card
A Class 10 or higher speed MicroSD / TF card (up to 256GB) is recommended for normal use.
- Open the battery cover.
- Insert the memory card into the slot until you hear a "click" sound. Ensure the card is inserted with the noted corner in the correct direction.
- To remove the memory card, open the cover and push the memory card; it will pop up automatically.
Formatting the Memory Card:
It is highly recommended to format the memory card before its first use with the camera.
- Turn on the camera and press the MENU button to open the menu.
- Navigate to System Settings using the Left or Right buttons.
- Scroll down using the Up or Down buttons until you find "Format".
- Press the M button to enter the sub-menu, then select "Format" and confirm.
- If the memory card is not formatted, a prompt "Unsupported file system, do you want to format?" will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Important: Formatting the memory card will erase all data stored on it, and the data will be unrecoverable. Please save any important data to your PC before formatting.
Operating Instructions
1. Power On/Off the Camera
- To turn on the camera, press the POWER button. The camera will turn on automatically.
- To turn off the camera, press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds.
- Note: For the first time use, or if the battery was removed, you may need to press and hold the POWER button to turn it on.
2. Setting the Camera (Menu Options)
You can customize camera settings after it is turned on.
- Press the MENU button to open the menu settings.
- Use the directional buttons (Up, Down, Left, Right) to navigate through the options.
- Press the M button to select an option or confirm a setting.
Key Menu Settings:
| Sub-menu | Menu Content |
|---|---|
| Image Rotation | Turn Off/Turn On |
| Icon display | Turn Off/Turn On |
| Video Focus Mode | Auto focus/Manual focus |
| Wi-Fi | Turn Off/Turn On |
| Light Source Frequency | Auto/50HZ/60HZ |
| LED Indicator | Turn Off/Turn On |
| Auto Screen Saver | Turn Off/30s/1min/2min |
| Auto Power Off | Turn Off/3min/5min/10min |
| Button Prompt | High/Middle/Low/Turn Off |
| Startup Music | Turn Off/Turn On |
| Language | Simplified Chinese/Traditional Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean/Russian/German/French/Italian/Spanish/Portuguese/Thai |
| Time Format | YYYY/MM/DD, MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY |
| Time Set | Hour/Minute/Second |
| Date Set | Year/Month/Day |
| Format | (Micro Card)Format/Cancel |
| Firmware Version | Product model and version number |
| Factory Reset | Confirm/Cancel |
3. Using the Camera (Shooting Modes)
The camera defaults to photo shooting mode after it is turned on.
- Press the M button to enter the mode selection page.
- Use the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select the desired mode.
- Press the M button again to confirm your selection.
Available Shooting Modes:
| Icon | Mode | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 📸 | Photo | Take a single photo normally. |
| 🔄 | Auto | Automatically cycle take photos after a specified number of seconds. |
| ⏱️ | Time | Take a single photo after a specified number of seconds. |
| 🖼️ | Drama Shot | Take a specified number of photos in succession. |
| 📹 | Video | Normal recording mode. |
| 🐢 | Slow Motion | Slow motion shooting. |
| ⏩ | Lapse Video | Compress time to record video (Time-lapse). |
| ♾️ | Loop | Recording infinite loop. |
To take a photo, press the PHOTO button. The photo will be automatically saved to the memory card.
In video mode, press the PHOTO button to start recording, and press it again to stop. During recording, you can press the POWER button to pause/continue recording.
4. Fill Light
In video and photo mode, press the Up button to quickly turn the built-in fill light on or off. Available options include "No flash" and "Mandatory flash".
Demonstration of the Auto Flash Light feature, showing a scene with and without the fill light activated.
5. Playback
To view your recorded videos and photos:
- Press the PLAYBACK button to enter media playback mode.
- Use the Left/Right buttons to navigate through videos and images stored on the memory card.
- When viewing photos, use the +/- buttons (Digital Zoom In/Out) to zoom in and out.
- Press the M button to play/pause a video.
- Press the MENU button while viewing photos/videos to see detailed information.
- To delete files: In playback state, press the MENU button to enter multi-select deletion. Use directional buttons to select files, press M to confirm, then press the DOWN button (Delete) to delete. (Press PLAYBACK button in multi-select state to select all files).
- Press the PLAYBACK button again to exit video or photo playback.
6. Connecting to a Computer
To connect your camera to a computer:
- Connect the camera's Type-C USB port to a USB port on your computer using the supplied USB cable.
- The camera will turn on automatically, and the screen will display available options: Charging Mode, Mass Storage Mode, and PC Camera.
- Use the Up/Down buttons to select the desired option, then press the M button to confirm.
The camera connected to a computer, illustrating its use for video calls or live broadcasting.
- Charging Mode: The camera will charge, and can still record normally. Charging is faster if the camera is powered off.
- USB Mode (Mass Storage): The computer will recognize the camera's memory card as a removable drive, allowing you to transfer files.
- PC Camera Mode: The camera functions as a webcam for live streaming, video calls, etc. In this mode, only the digital zoom buttons are operational on the camera itself.
Camera Cleaning and Maintenance
- Long-term Storage: If not using the camera for an extended period, remove the battery. Store the camera in a dust-free, dry environment with a temperature no higher than 30°C.
- Battery Care: To extend battery life, fully discharge the battery before storing it. Fully discharge the battery at least once every 3 months after it has been fully charged.
- Cleaning: If there is dust or dirt on the lens or screen, gently wipe it with a clean, soft lens cleaning cloth.
- Handling: This machine is a precision instrument. Please do not drop it or subject it to strong impact or vibration.
Troubleshooting
1. The camera cannot be turned on after installing the battery.
- The battery power is insufficient. Replace the battery with a new one or charge the existing battery.
- The battery is installed in reverse. Confirm that the battery is installed in the correct way.
- The battery insulating paper has not been removed. Remove any protective film or paper from the battery terminals.
2. The battery is not charging.
- If the red charging indicator light flashes, the battery is not in place or the contact is poor. Re-install the battery until the indicator light is solid red (it will turn off when fully charged).
- If the charging indicator light is off and the charger is not plugged in properly, check whether the charger is connected normally.
- The ambient temperature is lower than 10°C, which may lead to slow charging or failure to charge.
3. Camera crashes.
- Quickly pressing multiple buttons may cause the camera to freeze. If it crashes, unplug the battery and reboot the camera.
- Tip: When the camera is recording or taking pictures, avoid rapidly pressing buttons. Under normal circumstances, the camera will display a waiting icon during processing.
4. The memory card cannot be recognized.
- Check whether the memory card complies with TF card (Class 10) specifications. The maximum supported capacity is 256GB.
- Check whether the memory card is inserted backwards.
- If the memory card is being used for the first time, it is recommended to format it first (refer to the "Formatting the Memory Card" section).
Additional Notes:
- Do not insert any object into the memory card slot except the memory card itself.
- After the camera is powered on, the image may appear unstable for a few seconds; this is normal and not a fault.
- Due to the optical properties of the lens, there may be slight color dispersion (chromatic aberration) at the edges of the image. This is not a camera fault.
- It is normal for the memory card and the camera screen to get warm after a long period of use.
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Effective MegaPixel | 50.01W-80MP |
| Sensor | CMOS 13-megapixel sensor (highest interpolation value of 72 million pixels) |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.8 inches |
| Autofocus (AF) Range | 20CM～∞ (Press photo button for focus beyond 20cm) |
| Storage | TF (Micro SD) card, Class 10 and above, Max 256GB |
| ISO | ISO100/ISO200/ISO400/ISO800/ISO1600/ISO3200/ISO6400 |
| Lens Type | Periscope Lens, AF focus lens, F/3.2, f=7.36mm |
| Focal Length | 4.5-54 mm |
| Picture Format & Resolution | Format: JPG; Resolution: 3M, 5M, 8M, 12M, 20M, 24M, 30M, 48M, 56M, 64M, 68M, 72M |
| Video Format & Resolution | Format: MP4; Resolution: 5K_4608X2560(20FPS), 4K_3840X2160p(30FPS), 2.7K_2688X1520p(30FPS), FHD_1920X1080p(60/30FPS), HD_1280x720p(120/60/30FPS) |
| Digital Zoom | 16× |
| Optical Zoom | 7.1x - 16x |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Special Feature | App Setting, WiFi |
| Wi-Fi (App) | Support |
| LED Filling Light | Photo flash, video fill light |
| White Balance | Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Incandescent/Fluorescent |
| Filters | Normal, black and white, negative, nostalgic, red, green, blue, purple, cyan, yellow, ins1977, binarization, low saturation, high saturation, LOMO, Halo, cross printing, dark tone, Japanese color |
| Exposure Compensation | –3.0EV～+3.0EV |
| Selfie Timer | 3s/5s/10s/20s |
| Interface | USB2.0 Type-C (High speed) |
| Auto Shut Down | OFF/3min/5min/10min |
| Display Size | 2.8" IPS HD screen |
| Viewfinder Type | LCD screen |
| External Flash | No |
| Battery Model | BL-5C (Lithium battery) |
| Weight | 101g-150g |
| Set Type | Fuselage |
| Supporting Language | English (default), Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai |
| Certification | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Origin | Mainland China |
User Tips
Based on general user feedback for similar devices, here are some tips to enhance your experience:
- Battery Life: Always carry a spare charged battery, especially for extended shooting sessions, as the 70-minute recording time might be limiting for some users.
- Memory Card: Invest in a high-quality, high-speed (U3 or V30 rated) MicroSD card to ensure smooth 5K video recording and fast photo saving.
- Webcam Use: When using the camera as a webcam, remember that only the digital zoom function is available directly on the camera. All other settings should be managed via your computer's software.
- Lighting: While the camera has a built-in fill light, for professional-looking vlogs or videos, consider using external lighting for optimal results, especially in low-light conditions.
- Firmware Updates: Periodically check the manufacturer's website for any available firmware updates to ensure your camera has the latest features and bug fixes.
Warranty and Support
For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or contact the seller directly. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.
A PDF user manual is available for download: View User Manual (PDF)
