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1AG6P1P2817-- VH421101
Quick Start Guide
SP-700
TRANSFER IMAGES
a. Install the software
1 Insert the OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM.
2 Windows:
Click the “OLYMPUS
Master“ button.
Macintosh:
Double-click the “Installer“
icon.
3 Simply follow the on-screen
instructions.
b. Connect the camera to the computer
1 Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable provided with
the camera.
The camera monitor will turn on automatically.
2 Select [PC] on the monitor, and press Z.
Your PC will now recognize your camera as a
removable storage drive.
USB cable
1
2
Connector cover
Pull the connector cover
forward and then turn it.
Multi-Connector
P C
USB
OK
CUSTOM PRINT
EXIT
EASY PRINT
SELECT
GO
c. Transfer images to the computer
[Transfer Images] window
[Transfer Images]
button
b. Click the “From Camera” icon.
a. Click the “Transfer Images” icon
on the OLYMPUS Master main
menu.
If the [Transfer Images] window is not
displayed automatically:
1 With the camera now connected,
open OLYMPUS Master.
The [Transfer Images] window is
displayed.
2 Select the images you want to
transfer, and click the [Transfer
Images] button.
REVIEW OR ERASE A PICTURE
a. Set the mode
switch to q
b. Take a closer look
The last picture taken will be displayed.
Zoom Lever
Prev. Picture Next
Picture
Mode Switch
Arrow Pad
Press O/N or X/Y
to scroll around.
Turn the zoom lever
towards T to enlarge
the picture 10x
(closeup playback) and
turn it towards W to
reduce the picture.
Press Z to return to
the original size.
Set the mode switch to K or A
to return to the shooting mode.
OK
ERASE
YES
NO
SELECT
GO
c. To erase a picture
1 Display the picture you want to erase.
2 Press the S button.
3 Select [YES], and press Z.
The picture is permanently erased.
S Button
TAKE A PICTURE
a. Zoom
Zoom Out: Zoom In:
44
6M
6M
44
6M
6M
c. Take the picture
1 Press the shutter button
completely to take the
picture.
(Pressed Completely)
Shutter Button
b. Focus
1 Using the monitor, place the AF target
mark over your subject.
2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway
to lock the focus.
The green lamp indicates the focus is locked.
44
6M
6M
Green Lamp
(Pressed Halfway)
Shutter Button
AF Target Mark
GET STARTED
a. Attach the strap
1
Strap
Pull the strap tight so that it does
not come loose.
b. Insert the battery
3
Battery lock
knobInsert
2
1
Lift
Slide
d. Set the date and time
1 Set the mode switch to K and
press the o button to turn it
on.
2 Press Z to display the top menu,
and select [MODE MENU] >
[SETUP] > [X].
3 Press O/N to set an item. Press
X/Y to select the next field.
Mode Switch
Z Button
o Button
2005
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01
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Y M D
SELECT
OK
GOSET
CAM
u
VIDEO OUT
MEM
SETUP
DUAL TIME
SETUP
’05.01.01
00:00
OFF
NTSC
ON
Operation
guide
Date format
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Gather these items (box contents)
Items not shown: Advanced Manual (CD-ROM), Basic Manual, warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location.
Digital Camera Strap LI-40B Lithium Ion
Battery
Power Cable USB Cable AV CableAC Adapter
(S-D-1AC)
OLYMPUS Master
Software CD-ROM
Start Here
CAMERA DIAGRAM
Self-Timer Lamp
Shutter Button
o Button
Flash
Lens
Zoom Lever
Arrow Pad (O/N/X/Y)
Z Button (OK/MENU)
Strap Eyelet
Battery Compartment/
Card Cover
Tripod Socket
Connector Cover
Multi-Connector
DC-IN Jack
DISP./GUIDE Button
S Button (Erase)
Monitor
Mode Switch
Microphone
z/< Button
(Custom/Print)
QUICK VIEW Button
Speaker
Power/Card Access Lamp
For more information, please refer to the Basic & Advanced
Manuals or visit: www.olympusamerica.com/support
Printed in Japan © 2005
c. Charge the battery (recommended*)
*Battery comes partially charged.
Power Cable
AC Wall
Outlet
AC Adapter
1
2
3
DC-IN Jack
Connector cover
Pull the connector cover
forward and then turn it.
Power/Card Access Lamp
Blinking red slowly: Charging
Off: Charging complete
(Charging time: Approx. 120 minutes)
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Questions and Answers

  • N
    nicole40Aug 20, 2025
    Why won't my Olympus Digital Camera turn on or respond to function buttons?
    • J
      Jennifer AdamsAug 20, 2025
      There could be several reasons why your Olympus Digital Camera won't turn on or respond. Here's what to check: 1. Ensure the power is on by pressing the o button. 2. Verify the battery isn't exhausted; charge or change it. 3. If the battery is cold, warm it in your pocket. 4. If it's in sleep mode, press the shutter button or turn the zoom lever. 5. The camera will not operate while it is connected to a computer.
  • D
    daniel55Aug 22, 2025
    How to fix blurry pictures on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera?
    • M
      melissaalvarezAug 22, 2025
      If your pictures are out of focus on your Olympus Digital Camera: 1. The subject may be too close: Move further away from the subject, or use the super macro mode for objects closer than 10 cm with the zoom in the maximum wide position. 2. Auto focus may not be possible: Use the focus lock to focus on the subject. 3. There may be condensation inside the camera: Turn the camera off and wait for it to adjust to the surrounding temperature and dry out.
  • B
    Brandi DeanAug 25, 2025
    What should I do if the monitor on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera is hard to see?
    • N
      nicole74Aug 25, 2025
      If the monitor on your Olympus Digital Camera is hard to see: 1. There might be condensation inside the camera: Turn the camera off and wait for it to adjust to the surrounding temperature and dry out before turning it on again. 2. The brightness of the monitor may not be adjusted properly: Use [s] to adjust the brightness. 3. The monitor could be exposed to direct sunlight: Block the sunlight with your hand. 4. Vertical lines might appear due to aiming at a bright subject: This is not a malfunction.
  • S
    Steve JacksonAug 26, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera says 'CARD FULL'?
    • M
      Mark RobertsonAug 26, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD FULL', it means the card has no available memory to store new data. You should replace the card or erase unwanted data. Remember to download important pictures to a computer before erasing them.
  • T
    Tony YoungAug 28, 2025
    How to fix 'BATTERY EMPTY' on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera?
    • L
      Lauren SmithAug 28, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera indicates 'BATTERY EMPTY', the battery is low. You should charge or change the battery.
  • A
    Amber MillerAug 30, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus SP-700 displays 'CARD ERROR'?
    • B
      Brian BarkerAug 30, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera shows 'CARD ERROR', it means there is a problem with the card. The suggested solution is that this card cannot be used, so insert a new card.
  • J
    Julian GonzalezSep 1, 2025
    Why does my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera not take a picture when I press the shutter button?
    • M
      Michael WestSep 1, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera isn't taking pictures when you press the shutter button, consider these possible causes: 1. The battery may be exhausted: Charge or change the battery. 2. The camera might be in playback mode: Set the mode switch to the K or A position. 3. The flash may not have finished charging: Wait until the # (flash charge) mark stops blinking. 4. The power might be off: Set the mode switch to K or n, and press o. 5. The internal memory or card could be full: Insert a new card or erase unwanted pictures. 6. The battery may have run out of power during shooting: Charge the battery and wait until the power/ card access lamp turns off. 7. The memory gauge might be full: Wait until there is space in the memory gauge.
  • S
    Susan BoydSep 3, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus SP-700 displays 'MEMORY FULL'?
    • G
      Gina LunaSep 3, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera shows '> MEMORY FULL', the internal memory is full. Insert a card to back up all data or erase unwanted data. Remember to download important pictures to a computer before erasing.
  • N
    Nathan ToddSep 5, 2025
    Why does the flash not fire on my Olympus Digital Camera?
    • K
      Kathleen CarpenterSep 5, 2025
      If the flash on your Olympus Digital Camera isn't firing, check these potential reasons: 1. The flash may be set to [$]: Select a different flash mode. 2. The subject might be illuminated: Set the flash to [#] if you want it to fire. 3. Multi-shot mode could be enabled: Set to [o] or [j] instead. 4. The camera might be recording a movie: Select a shooting mode other than n. 5. Super macro mode might be set: Change the macro mode to [& OFF] or [&]. 6. Panorama mode could be activated: Cancel panorama mode.
  • B
    bryannavarroSep 7, 2025
    What does 'WRITE-PROTECT' mean on my Olympus Digital Camera and how do I fix it?
    • H
      halejasonSep 7, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'WRITE-PROTECT', it means writing to the card is prohibited. The recorded image has been protected (read-only) on a computer. Download the image to a computer and cancel the read-only setting.

Olympus SP-700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Pixels6.0 Megapixels
Optical Zoom3x
ISO Range64 - 400
Camera typeCompact
Digital zoom5x
Supported memory cardsxD-Picture Card
Image Resolution2816 x 2112 pixels
Image SensorCCD
Screen Size3.0 inches
Video Resolution640 x 480 pixels
Battery TypeLi-Ion
LCD Screen Size3.0 inches

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