Kodak Z980 manual S, and M modes, Mode When to use

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Taking pictures/videos

P, A, S, and M modes

Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.

Jog dial

Mode

When to use

Press Jog dial to control

 

 

 

Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with

Exposure compensation (how

 

 

 

 

 

 

full access to all menu options. The camera

much light enters the

 

 

 

automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture

camera), flash compensation,

 

 

 

(f-stop) based on the scene lighting.

and ISO speed

 

 

 

Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the

Aperture, exposure

 

 

 

 

 

 

range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be

compensation, flash

 

 

 

affected by optical zoom.

compensation, and ISO speed

 

 

 

Shutter Priority mode prevents blur when your

Shutter speed, exposure

 

 

 

 

 

 

subject is moving. The camera automatically sets the

compensation, and flash

 

 

 

aperture for proper exposure. (To prevent blur, use a

compensation

 

 

 

tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

 

 

 

 

Manual mode offers the highest level of creative

Aperture, shutter speed, flash

 

 

 

 

 

 

control. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter

compensation, and ISO speed

 

 

 

speeds.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modes—even when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera (see page 45) to reset P, A, S, or M modes to their default setting.

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Contents Kodak Easyshare Z980 4H5212en LCD Back, bottom viewFront view Table of contents Table of contents Extend battery life See other power optionsPurchase accessories Charging and loading the rechargeable batteriesTurning 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 flashUsing the self-timer Using the Drive buttonTo get into the scene Release on a tripodTaking burst pictures Mode Icon Description Example BurstChild blowing out birthday CandlesMode Icon For Using the Focus buttonMacro Super 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 If the exposure Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketingThen the exposures Interval is set to 0.3 steps Taken areUnderstanding 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 Recording a sound tag Adding sound tagsPlaying a sound tag You can add a recording up to 1 minute long to a pictureCropping 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 Setting bookmarks Using video bookmarksPress the Review button, then to find a video Press OKUsing 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 Capture + Options Using the Capture + menuWhite Balance Exposure MeteringUsing the Setup menu Image Storage Even if a card is installedNot, the camera uses internal memory Pictures/videosSound Volume High Medium Low Off Date & Time None-digital zoom is off Mode Orientation SensorFeatures Auto Power Off Minutes Reset CameraAbout FormatView camera firmware version Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software Installing the softwareTransferring pictures with the USB cable Disconnecting the camera from a Kodak All-in-One Printer Transferring pictures using other optionsPrinting pictures Direct printing with a Kodak All-in-One PrinterOrdering prints online Using a printer that is not Pictbridge Technology enabledPrinting from an optional SD or Sdhc Card Tagging pictures for printing Tagging your picturesPress the Review button. Press to locate a picture Press to select the number of copiesAdd 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 Picture or Check the image storage location settingBlue or black Card or internal memory see Instead of aPurchase a certified SD/SDHC Card Feature did not Off and then on again Take effectRecognize Format the card see SD/SDHC Card Insert a card into the slot, then push to seat seeCamera/computer communications LCD/EVF messages Try one or more of the following Great news Getting help from your cameraTurning on camera Help Helpful links 00 800 AustraliaNew Zealand 0800 880 Norway 23 16 21 Philippines TurkeyCombined 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 FCC compliance and advisory Regulatory complianceYour rights Outside the United States and CanadaCanadian DOC statement Australian C-TickN137 Appendix Russian GOST-R Class 1 LED Product EN 60825-1 and IECThis class is eye-safe under all operating conditions Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY AIO-40Audio/video, 36 USB OutIcons Lens, cleaningReviewing pictures Reviewing videosPanoramic pictures Macintosh Computers, installing Pasm mode Software onMagnify a picture Perfect Touch TechnologySetting Self-timerAfter taking Running a slide showTransferring pictures, videos After taking, 10, 23 volume, adjusting Warranty, 68 WEEE, 72 white balance, 42 wide angle buttonOptical