Olympus's SP-700 6MP digital camera

Oympus has introduced the new SP-700 which features a 6 megapixel sensor, a large 3-inch LCD display and 3x optical zoom. It will be available in time for this Christmas season.

With the SP-700, capturing sharp, vibrant images whilst out and about couldn’t be easier, thanks to its fast response and start-up times, and integrated guide function. Furthermore, the 3 inch Sunshine LCD with 230,000 pixels means you and your friends can easily view the images at the same time directly on the camera. The SP-700 caters for the perfectionists among us. Its Compare and Shoot function enables users to check and compare results before re-shooting or adjusting settings if necessary, helping to ensure you will never take a bad photograph again. Say goodbye to closed eyes and over-exposure and capture every moment to perfection.

The camera’s functionality is enhanced with a range of 24 scene modes. They include an underwater shooting mode to be used in conjunction with the PT-013 underwater case, Red-eye Fix, and Macro or Super Macro Mode for shooting from just 1cm away. A range of additional features, including multi-shot, Label Shot, Calendar function, 2in1 and panorama (when using an Olympus xD-Picture Card) provides more creative users with the opportunity to experiment with a variety of special effects.

With its Sunshine LCD, stylish compact design and host of special features, the SP-700 will open your eyes to a wider range of photographic opportunities.

The Olympus SP-700 features

Extra large 7.6cm/3” Sunshine LCD with 230,000 pixels

6.0 million pixels

Precision 3x optical zoom (38-114mm, 35mm camera equiv.)

Auto mode plus 24 scene modes (incl. Portrait, Beach, Snow, Night Scene and Underwater) for trouble-free shooting

Movie recording with sound (VGA size at 30fps)

Creative functions, e.g. Slide Show, Compare & Shoot, Multi-shot,

Histogram in shooting and playback mode

Guide Function for easy operation. Explains the different menu options and scene modes.

Image editing functions on board incl. red-eye fix, brightness, saturation, trimming, B&W and sepia – without need for a PC

11 MB internal memory plus slot for xD-Picture Cards

Super Macro mode for shooting from 1cm

TruePic TURBO image processor

PictBridge compatible