Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital

Questions and Answers

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Randall CarterAug 16, 2025
Why my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital Digital Camera does not turn on?
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  John McintyreAug 17, 2025
  Your Olympus Digital Camera might not be turning on due to several reasons: the power might be off (open the lens barrier fully to turn on the camera), the battery might be exhausted (charge the battery), the battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold (warm the battery by putting it in your pocket for a while), the camera is in the sleep mode (operate the camera by pressing the shutter button or the zoom button), there is condensation inside the camera (wait until the camera dries before turning it on again), or the camera is connected to a PC (the camera will not operate while it is connected to a PC).
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cbrownAug 19, 2025
How to fix poor image quality on Olympus Digital Camera?
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  Kyle BauerSep 12, 2025
  If you're experiencing poor image quality with your Olympus Digital Camera, it could be due to several factors. If the flash was set to the fill-in flash mode, select a different flash mode. If the subject was excessively illuminated, adjust the exposure compensation toward minus (-) or change the camera position. Ensure your finger isn't blocking the flash. Also, make sure the subject is within the flash working range. If the subject was too small and backlit, set the flash to fill-in mode or use the spot metering mode. For bright subjects like snow-covered landscapes appearing darker, adjust the exposure compensation towards plus [+].
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ycollinsAug 22, 2025
How to fix unnatural colors of pictures taken indoors with my Olympus Digital Camera?
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  Mr. Michael HerreraAug 22, 2025
  If the colors of your indoor pictures look unnatural on your Olympus Digital Camera, it may be because indoor lighting can affect the picture's colors, so set the white balance according to the lighting. If there is no white in the subject, include something white in the picture, or shoot using the fill-in flash mode. Also, ensure that the white balance setting is correct and adjust it according to the light source.
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Tammy CortezAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Olympus Digital Camera won't take a picture when I press the shutter button?
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  Christine JonesAug 26, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera isn't taking pictures, it could be due to a few reasons. Check if the lens barrier is closed (open the lens barrier fully), or if the power is off (open the lens barrier fully). Also, if a movie just taken is being written to the card, release your finger from the shutter button and wait until the orange lamp stops blinking before resuming shooting. The card might also be full (erase unwanted pictures or insert a new card, downloading important images to a PC before erasing), or the memory gauge is full (wait until there is room in the memory gauge). Finally, there might be a problem with the card; refer to the “Error codes”.
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Christopher EverettAug 27, 2025
Why does the flash not fire on my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital?
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  David CaldwellAug 27, 2025
  The flash on your Olympus Digital Camera might not be firing because it is set to the flash off mode (select a flash mode other than flash off). If the subject is brightly illuminated, and you want the flash to fire, set the flash to fill-in mode. Also, the flash is disabled in movie mode and panorama mode (cancel the panorama mode).
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Henry BennettAug 30, 2025
What to do if the date recorded with my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital Digital Camera image data is wrong?
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  amber41Aug 30, 2025
  If the date recorded with the image data on your Olympus Digital Camera is wrong, it could be because the date/time is not set; set the date/time, as the clock adjustment is not factory-preset. If the battery is exhausted, when the battery runs down, the date/time setting is canceled or becomes inaccurate, so insert a charged battery and reset the date and time. If the camera has been left with the battery removed for about a day, the date/time setting is canceled; set the date/time again.
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Chad SimmonsSep 2, 2025
Why do the green and orange lamps blink simultaneously on my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital Digital Camera?
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  conleytanyaSep 2, 2025
  The green and orange lamps on your Olympus Digital Camera may blink simultaneously because the battery is exhausted. Charge the battery.
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Erica RichardSep 4, 2025
Why is the subject not displayed on the monitor of my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital?
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  wbradySep 4, 2025
  The subject might not be displayed on the monitor of your Olympus Digital Camera because the monitor was turned off before closing the lens barrier. If All Reset in the SETUP tab of the mode menu is set to “OFF,” the camera settings before the lens barrier was closed remain unchanged. Turn on the monitor, and close the lens barrier. Also, no image appears on the monitor during sequential shooting.
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twoodSep 7, 2025
Why is the monitor hard to see on my Olympus STYLUS 400 Digital?
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  donna68Sep 7, 2025
  If the monitor on your Olympus Digital Camera is hard to see, it might be because the brightness is not adjusted properly; select in the mode menu and then adjust the brightness. Another reason could be that the monitor is exposed to direct sunlight; block the sunlight with your hand.
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Keith PayneSep 10, 2025
Why pictures I've taken do not appear on the monitor of my Olympus Digital Camera?
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  Tom ReidSep 10, 2025
  If the pictures you've taken do not appear on the monitor of your Olympus Digital Camera, the power might be off; with the lens barrier closed, press to turn the monitor on. Alternatively, the camera might be in the shooting mode; press quickly twice, or close the lens barrier and then press to switch to the playback mode. Also, the monitor does not function when the video cable is connected to the camera.

Summary

Getting Started

Monitor Indications

Weatherproof Feature

Explains the camera's weather resistance and precautions for safe usage in wet conditions.

Charging the Battery

Details the process of charging the camera's lithium-ion battery using the provided charger.

Loading the Battery

Inserting a Card

Power On;Off

Explains the procedures for turning the camera on and off in different modes.

If the Card is Not Recognized (Card Check)

Troubleshooting steps for when the camera cannot recognize the inserted memory card.

Setting the Date and Time

Guides users on how to set the camera's internal clock for accurate date/time stamping.

Quick-Start Guide

Shooting

Basic steps for operating the camera to capture still pictures and record movies.

Taking Still Pictures

Instructions on how to compose and capture still photographs using the camera.

Recording Movies

Guides on how to start, record, and stop movie clips with the digital camera.

Playback

Overview of how to access and view recorded still pictures and movies.

Shooting Basics

Shooting Modes

An overview of the camera's 7 shooting modes and their intended uses.

Taking Still Pictures

Detailed instructions for capturing still images using either the monitor or viewfinder.

Taking Still Pictures Using the Monitor

Guides on composing and capturing photos while viewing the subject on the camera's LCD monitor.

Taking Still Pictures Using the Viewfinder

Instructions for taking photographs using the camera's optical viewfinder for composition.

If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained

Troubleshooting guide for focus issues, including using focus lock.

Subjects That Are Difficult to Focus On

Night Scene Mode

Explains how to use the Night Scene mode for optimal low-light photography.

Recording Movies

Detailed steps for recording video clips, including starting, stopping, and managing footage.

Zoom

Information on using both optical and digital zoom for magnifying subjects.

Using the Optical Zoom

Guides on operating the optical zoom function to adjust magnification before taking a picture.

Using the Digital Zoom

Using the Flash

Explains the different flash modes and how to select the appropriate one for various lighting conditions.

Advanced Shooting

Macro Mode Shooting

Self-Timer Shooting

Remote Control Shooting

Sequential Shooting

Panorama Shooting

Selecting a Record Mode

Helps users choose the best mode for image quality, file size, and purpose (printing, web, etc.).

Playback

Viewing Still Pictures

Instructions for viewing still images individually on the camera's monitor.

Close-up Playback

Viewing Movies

Instructions for playing back recorded movie clips on the camera's monitor.

Protecting Pictures

Erasing Pictures

Single-Frame Erase

All-Frame Erase

Editing Still Pictures

Useful Functions

Saving the Settings (All Reset)

Formatting Cards (Card Setup)

Guides on preparing memory cards for use by formatting them within the camera.

Adjusting the Monitor Brightness

Miscellaneous

Error Codes

Lists common error messages, their possible causes, and corrective actions.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera operational problems and issues.

Camera Maintenance