Kodak Z980 manual Using the zoom, Using digital zoom

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	Taking pictures/videos

SCN mode	For
Stage	People on a lit stage. Fast shutter speed, high ISO. Flash and sounds are off.
	(Flash setting can be changed.)

Using the zoom

Use optical zoom to get up to 24X closer to your subject while taking pictures/videos.

IMPORTANT: If the camera is in portrait mode (see page 4), press to zoom.

1Use the LCD or EVF to frame your subject. (For focus distances, see Camera specifications, page 63.)

2Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle

(W) to zoom out.

3Take the picture or video.

NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:

■Use the auto focus framing marks, page 8.

■As you zoom in, move away from your subject.

Optical zoom Digital zoom

Using digital zoom

To turn on/off digital zoom, see page 45. (Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode.)

NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the LCD or EVF turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-in. (10 x 15 cm) print.

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Contents Kodak Easyshare Z980 4H5212en LCD Back, bottom viewFront view Table of contents Table of contents Charging and loading the rechargeable batteries See other power optionsExtend battery life Purchase accessoriesTurning on the camera Setting the language, date/time Attaching the strap Learn more about taking focused pictures see Using the vertical grip for portrait orientationStoring pictures on an accessory SD or Sdhc Card For more information See the flash documentation Using an accessory Kodak P20 Zoom FlashUse the Kodak 5-Volt AC Adapter to save battery power Using other accessory power optionsTaking a picture Taking pictures/videosTaking a video Using the framing marksTo review pictures/videos anytime, see Reviewing the picture/video just takenCapture modes Scene modes Using digital zoom Using the zoomLonger than when using preflash Using the flashRelease on a tripod Using the Drive buttonUsing the self-timer To get into the sceneCandles Mode Icon Description Example BurstTaking burst pictures Child blowing out birthdaySuper Macro Using the Focus buttonMode Icon For MacroTaking panoramic pictures Turn the Mode dial to PanoramaTake the first picture S, and M modes Mode When to useChanging P, A, S, or M mode settings Interval is set to 0.3 steps Taken are Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketingIf the exposure Then the exposuresUnderstanding the picture-taking icons Using the histogram to view picture brightnessMagnifying a picture during review Reviewing pictures/videosDeleting pictures/videos Using the undo delete featurePlaying a video Protecting pictures/videos from deletion Using the menu button in ReviewPress the Menu button to exit the menu You can add a recording up to 1 minute long to a picture Adding sound tagsRecording a sound tag Playing a sound tagCropping pictures Using Kodak Perfect Touch Technology Using the RAW Develop feature Making a picture from a video Editing videosPress to highlight Make Picture, then press OK Video Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab Trimming a videoPress Press OK Using video bookmarksSetting bookmarks Press the Review button, then to find a videoUsing bookmarks Making a video action print Make a multimedia slide show that you can save Making a multimedia slide showPlay a multimedia slide show loop Displaying pictures/videos on a television Selecting multiple pictures/videos Viewing pictures as thumbnailsPress the Review button to exit Review For quick access to the most popular functions Using shortcutsUnderstanding the review icons Copying pictures/videosCopy pictures/videos Using the Capture menu Choose color tones for pictures. Natural Color Color Mode High ColorLow Color Black & White Sepia Picture Quality Exposure Metering Using the Capture + menuCapture + Options White BalanceUsing the Setup menu Pictures/videos Even if a card is installedImage Storage Not, the camera uses internal memoryReset Camera None-digital zoom is off Mode Orientation SensorSound Volume High Medium Low Off Date & Time Features Auto Power Off MinutesAbout FormatView camera firmware version Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software Installing the softwareTransferring pictures with the USB cable Direct printing with a Kodak All-in-One Printer Transferring pictures using other optionsDisconnecting the camera from a Kodak All-in-One Printer Printing picturesOrdering prints online Using a printer that is not Pictbridge Technology enabledPrinting from an optional SD or Sdhc Card Press to select the number of copies Tagging your picturesTagging pictures for printing Press the Review button. Press to locate a pictureAdd a new email address or tag name Tagging pictures/videos for emailingAssigning other tags to pictures/videos Assigning the favorite tag to pictures/videosAssigning a tag to the pictures/videos you take next Try one or more of the following Camera problemsIncluding protected files Instead of a Check the image storage location settingPicture or Blue or black Card or internal memory seeInsert a card into the slot, then push to seat see Feature did not Off and then on again Take effectPurchase a certified SD/SDHC Card Recognize Format the card see SD/SDHC CardCamera/computer communications LCD/EVF messages Try one or more of the following Great news Getting help from your cameraTurning on camera Help Helpful links Turkey Australia00 800 New Zealand 0800 880 Norway 23 16 21 PhilippinesCombined zoom-120X Camera specificationsFlash modes-Auto, Fill, Red-eye Reduction, Off Auto power off-Selectable 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes Self-timer-2 seconds, 10 seconds, or 2-shotSound tag-Yes Date stamp-Yes Tripod mount-1/4 inch Storage capacities When removing the battery, allow it to cool it may be hotExtending battery life Battery lifeLimited warranty Care and maintenanceLimited warranty coverage Limitations Outside the United States and Canada Regulatory complianceFCC compliance and advisory Your rightsCanadian DOC statement Australian C-TickN137 Appendix Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY AIO-40 Class 1 LED Product EN 60825-1 and IECRussian GOST-R This class is eye-safe under all operating conditionsAudio/video, 36 USB OutReviewing videos Lens, cleaningIcons Reviewing picturesPerfect Touch Technology Macintosh Computers, installing Pasm mode Software onPanoramic pictures Magnify a pictureRunning a slide show Self-timerSetting After takingTransferring pictures, videos After taking, 10, 23 volume, adjusting Warranty, 68 WEEE, 72 white balance, 42 wide angle buttonOptical