Olympus Stylus 710

Connectivity
Software
The 710 comes with the standard Olympus software, Olympus Master. The software is for downloading images to a computer (though you can do it without the software with a card reader) and helps search for images by date or keyword in the Calendar View. Editing is available in the software, including one-click red-eye reduction and other basic retouching effects. The software also helps access online Olympus support, templates, firmware upgrades and other services.

Jacks, Ports, Plugs
The 710 has a multi-terminal connector on its right side under a plastic covering for USB, audio/video output and DC input. The camera auto-connects via USB 2.0 full speed.

Direct Print Options
The Stylus 710, like just about every camera on the market, can connect to a PictBridge-enabled printer for direct printing without a computer. Printing is a one-touch feature from the 710.

Battery
The 710 uses a Li-Ion rechargeable battery (Li-40B/Li-42B). CIPA rating for this battery was not available, though we can say our earlier testing of the Stylus 800 suggested poor battery life.

Memory
The camera includes 19 MB of internal memory, which is part of a recent trend to return internal memory to cameras. I suspect it’s mostly for dealers, who can now let their customers try out cameras without having to worry about memory cards being stolen. But even if it is designed to benefit dealers, having a shot or two’s worth of internal memory can help out in a pinch.