Kodak M552, 1836824, 1942390 manual Using the optical zoom, Using digital zoom

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Taking pictures/videos

Using the optical zoom

You can use the zoom while taking a video or before taking a picture.

1Use the LCD to frame your subject.

2To zoom in, press Telephoto (T).

To zoom out, press Wide Angle (W).

3Take the picture or video.

NOTE: For focus distances, see Specifications starting on page 49.

Using digital zoom

Use digital zoom to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode.) Press Telephoto (T) until the slider on the LCD is at the end of the optical zoom range. Release Telephoto (T), then press it again.

NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom.

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Contents Kodak Easyshare Camera / M552 For help with your camera4H7336en Front view SD/SDHC Card slot Battery compartment Back viewZoom button USB port Strap post Table of contents Table of contents Attaching the strap Loading the KLIC-7006 battery Kodak Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7006Charging the battery If your package includes an in-camera battery chargerTurn off the camera If your package includes an external battery charger Flashing green charging Steady On green finished chargingCharge via your computer’s USB port At the prompt, press OK Turning on the camera Setting the language and date/timeTo change OK to accept To highlight a site OK to check/uncheck a siteStoring pictures on an accessory SD/SDHC Card Framing marks Taking picturesUse the LCD to compose the picture Liveview Quickview ReviewYour camera, the way you want it Other picture-taking featuresClean view Display ReviewUsing Tools to choose actions, preferences Review, press to move between Tools and Previous/NextWatch the battery level Understanding the picture-taking iconsOther video-taking features Taking a videoUsing the optical zoom Using digital zoomUsing the flash Flash buttonUsing different modes and effects Combines them into a single strip. SeeUsing the photobooth feature Taking pictures/videosUsing Program mode ISOUsing the self-timer Using the burst featureTaking panoramic pictures Take the first pictureTake You can also review pictures/videos by pressing Reviewing pictures/videosPress the Review LiveviewOther things you can do in Review Button Deleting pictures/videosPlaying a video While the video is pausedViewing pictures as thumbnails Viewing pictures/videos in different waysMagnifying a picture You can magnify a picture while in reviewSmarter way to find and enjoy your pictures UseUnderstanding the review icons VideosPictures Adding a border to a picture Using photo effects to change a picture’s tint Cropping a picture Trimming a video Making a picture from a video Picture is created. The original video is savedMaking an action print from a video Selecting multiple pictures/videos Displaying pictures/videos on a television Sharing through email and social networks Press to choose Done, then press OKManage email addresses and Kodak Pulse Digital Frames Tagging pictures Tagging peopleNeed to update a name? People Tags, press to choose Yes, then press OKUsing the keyboard Tagging with keywordsMarking pictures/videos as favorites Changing settings Doing more with your cameraSee Pictures/videos Doing more with your cameraTurn on the camera Install software, transfer pictures, and shareTurn off the camera Windows OS in My Computer MAC OS on your DesktopDirect printing with a Kodak All-in-One Printer Connecting the camera to a Kodak All-in-One PrinterPrinting pictures Printing from a Kodak All-in-One PrinterMarking your pictures for print Ordering prints onlinePrinting from an optional SD or Sdhc Card Troubleshooting Camera problemsComputer/connectivity problems Direct printing Pictbridge enabled Printer problemsPicture quality problems Getting help on the Web Face detection-Yes Face recognition-Yes SpecificationsAuto focus control-Continuous and Single AF Shutter speed-1/8-1/1600 secondsImage file format Video sizeUpgrading your software and firmware Storage capacities Care and maintenanceOperating temperature-0-40C 32-104F Tripod mount-1/4 inchImportant safety instructions When removing the battery, allow it to cool it may be hotBattery replacement, battery life Limited warrantyExtending battery life Limited warranty coverage LimitationsYour rights Regulatory complianceFCC compliance and advisory Outside the United States and CanadaAppendix Australian C-Tick Vcci Class B ITE Korean Class B ITE Russian GOST-RN137 Korean Li-Ion Regulatory China RoHS Action print Date setting, 5 Delete button, 21 deletingOut AF control, 40 autoViewing pictures, videos Framing marks Guidelines, batteryCleaning lens, 51 loading UpgradingSafe, 40 Mode button, 14 modes Record buttonSearch pictures Self-timer, 17 settingSlide show Tag people, 39 setting up the camera, 1 settings Social networks, 33 softwareTimer, shutter delay, 17 tinting a picture, 26 tips Edit

1836824, 1942390, M552 specifications

The Kodak M552 is a compact digital camera that embodies the fusion of ease of use and impressive performance. Designed with both photography enthusiasts and casual users in mind, it offers a range of features that make it a standout option for capturing life's moments.

One of the key features of the Kodak M552 is its 16-megapixel sensor, which delivers high-resolution images with exceptional clarity and detail. This allows users to print large photos without losing quality or to crop images without compromising on the outcome. The camera boasts a 5x optical zoom lens, providing versatility for different shooting scenarios, whether capturing distant subjects or wide landscapes.

The Kodak M552 is equipped with a 3-inch LCD display, which presents captured images and allows users to navigate the camera's settings easily. The display is bright and offers good visibility, making it user-friendly in various lighting conditions.

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