Kodak manual Kodak EasyShare Z1275/Z1285 Digital camera

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Kodak EasyShare Z1275/Z1285

digital camera

Extended user guide

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Contents Kodak EasyShare Z1275/Z1285 Digital camera Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY Front view LCD Back viewTable of contents Table of contents To extend battery life, see Attaching the strap Loading the batteryTurning on the camera Setting the language, date/time Using an optional SD/SDHC or MMC card Taking a video Taking pictures/videosReviewing the picture/video just taken Using the framing marks to take picturesTo review pictures/videos anytime, see Press the Shutter button halfwayCapture modes Turn the Mode dial to Scene Press to display Scene modesScene modes Use this For Press OK to choose a Scene modeUsing the digital zoom Using optical zoomZoom indicator Take the picture or videoUsing the flash Using the self-timer Take the first picture Taking panoramic picturesUnderstanding the picture-taking icons Status icons indicate mode, feature, and camera statusMagnifying a picture during review Reviewing pictures/videosViewing picture/video information Playing a videoPress the Review button Button to turn on/off status iconsDeleting pictures/videos Using the undo delete featureProtecting pictures/videos from deletion Using the menu button in Review Recording a sound tag Adding sound tagsPlaying a sound tag Cropping pictures Using Kodak Perfect Touch technologyPress the Review button, then to find a Picture Edit tabMaking a picture from a video Editing videosTrimming a video To pause. Press to navigate through video framesSetting bookmarks Using video bookmarksUsing bookmarks Making a video action print Running a slide showStarting the slide show Running a continuous slide show loop Changing the slide show display intervalDisplaying pictures/videos on a television Viewing as thumbnails multi-up Viewing pictures/videos in different waysViewing by date, album, or image storage location Copying pictures/videos Selecting multiple pictures/videosCopy pictures/videos Pictures Understanding the review iconsVideos Options OK to Access Settings Using the Menu button to change settingsPress the Menu button Press to highlight a menu tab MP 169-HDTV formatBlack-and-white or sepia Exposure Bracketing Off default Interval +/- 0.3 EV OK to Access Options Settings White BalanceExposure Metering AF ZoneNormal default OK to Access Options Settings Sharpness HighOn default Available only in P/M LowEven if a card is installed LCD Brightness Power Save default High Power Image StorageHorizontally Orientation Sensor On default Sound Volume Off Low Medium default High Date & TimeTo turn on/off the framing grid, see Using the framing grid to compose a pictureM modes Mode ForTo control ManualMode-seepage Changing P or M mode settingsDefault Focus mode DescriptionFocus mode-select a large or concentrated area of focus MacroUsing burst Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing Using exposure compensation to adjust picture brightnessIf the exposure Sharing your pictures Using the histogram to view picture brightnessTagging pictures for printing Press the Share button to exit the menu Tagging pictures/videos for emailingPrinting tagged pictures First-on your computerThird-transfer and email Tagging pictures as favoritesPreventing favorites from transferring to the camera Optional settingsPrinting and emailing favorites Second-on your camera Tagging pictures/videos for albumsPress to highlight Exit, then press the OK button Third-transfer to your computerPre-tagging for album names Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software Installing the softwareAlso available for transferring Transferring pictures with the USB cableKodak card reader Printing pictures Connecting the camera to a PictBridge enabled printerTurn off the camera and printer Printing from a PictBridge enabled printer Using a printer that is not PictBridge enabledDisconnecting the camera from a PictBridge enabled printer Turn on the printer. Turn on the cameraOrdering prints online Dock compatibility for your cameraPrinting from an optional SD/SDHC or MMC card Including protected files Camera problems Try one or more of the followingTroubleshooting Turn on the flash see Camera ready light statusAmber Green Camera/computer communicationsLCD messages Try one or more of the following Import address book Videos, including protected filesCamera Helpful linksSoftware OtherGetting help Combined zoom-25X Camera specificationsVideo QuickTime, MPEG4 G.711 audio 10 m 32.8 ft-infinity @ telephoto Landscape PictBridge compatibility-Yes Operating temperature-32-104F0-40CMicrophone-Yes Speaker-Yes Sound tag-Yes Tripod mount-1/4 inchAppendix Extending battery life Battery lifeSee Auto Power Off see Do not charge non-rechargeable batteriesLimited Warranty Care and maintenanceLimitations Limited warranty coverageOutside the United States and Canada Your rightsFCC compliance and advisory Regulatory complianceKodak EasyShare Z1275/Z1285 digital camera Canadian DOC statement Australian C-TickN137 MPEG-4 Vcci Class B ITE China RoHS Russian GOST-RDelete, ii IndexExposure About pictures, videos, 14 installing BatteriesFireworks Firmware, upgrading Flower, 7 focusOK button SCNPrinter dock, 46 printing Quickview, usingRunning slide show Index Viewing picture, video information

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Z1285, Z1275 specifications

The Kodak Z1275 and Z1285 are compact digital cameras that were designed to capture high-quality images with user-friendly features. Both models are part of Kodak's EasyShare series, which emphasizes simplicity and convenience for everyday photography.

The Kodak Z1275 boasts a 12-megapixel sensor, providing the ability to capture detailed images suitable for large prints. Its 5x optical zoom lens allows users to get closer to their subjects while maintaining clarity. The camera features an ISO range of up to 1600, enabling it to perform well in various lighting conditions. One of its key selling points is the incorporation of Kodak's Perfect Touch technology, which enhances image quality by optimizing brightness and color.

The Z1285 model builds on the strengths of its predecessor with a 12.1-megapixel sensor, offering slightly improved resolution for even finer details. It continues to utilize the 5x optical zoom, complemented by a digital zoom feature for those moments when extra reach is needed. The Z1285 also comes equipped with Advanced Scene Recognition, which automatically adjusts settings based on the shooting environment, ensuring optimal exposure and focus.

Both cameras include a 2.5-inch LCD screen, making it easy to frame shots and review images. They support a variety of shooting modes, including portrait, landscape, and night mode, giving users the flexibility to adapt to different photographic scenarios effortlessly. Additionally, the Z1275 and Z1285 have built-in macro capabilities, allowing for close-up shots of small subjects with impressive detail.

Another notable feature is the cameras' video recording capabilities. They can capture VGA quality video at 30 frames per second, making it easy to document special moments in motion. The EasyShare integration allows for simple sharing and transferring of photos to computers or compatible devices.

Both models are powered by AA batteries, ensuring widespread availability and convenience. The compact design of the Z1275 and Z1285 makes them highly portable, making it easy for users to carry them on their adventures. These cameras strike a solid balance between user-friendly design and advanced photographic technology, making them suitable for both novice and more experienced photographers looking for a reliable point-and-shoot option.