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DC290 Zoom Digital Camera

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CCD Resolution

1901 x 1212 pixels

 

Scripting

DIGITA text-based

 

Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB standard (serial and

 

Image Resolution

2240 x 1500 pixels (Ultra),

 

 

language, extends

 

 

IrDA connectivity available)

 

 

 

functionality by

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1792 x 1200 pixels (high),

 

 

 

 

Power

4 AA batteries (included)

 

 

 

 

 

automating camera

 

 

 

 

1440 x 960 pixels (medium),

 

 

 

 

or optional AC adapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

720 x 480 pixels (standard)

 

Burst Capture

Max 5 pictures at high

 

Dimensions

118 mm (w) x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and medium res, max 20

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image Quality

Good, Better, Best,

 

 

 

 

57 mm (d) x 106 mm

 

 

 

pictures at standard res,

 

 

 

Settings

Uncompressed

 

 

 

Certifications

VCCI, CE, FCC Class B,

 

 

 

frame rate selectable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CE Mark

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

from 0.1 to 3 frames

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weight

525 g without batteries

 

Image Storage

KODAK Picture

 

 

per second

 

 

 

 

 

Card included

 

Time Lapse

Set to capture shots at

 

Warranty

One year (or as local

 

Viewfinder

50mm TFT colour LCD

 

 

pre-defined intervals;

 

 

jurisdiction requires)

 

 

 

for review and preview,

 

 

playback as movie on

 

S Y S T E M R E Q U I R E M E N T S

 

 

 

plus real-image optical

 

 

camera or computer

 

 

 

 

viewfinder

 

 

 

 

Auto-Orientation

Automatically rotates

 

WINDOWS Systems:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lens

Auto focus 3X true

 

Sensor

image right-side up on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

optical glass zoom

 

 

LCD and host

 

 

• WINDOWS 95, 98 or NT 4.0 Software (to use

 

Digital

2X digital zoom

 

Picture Overlay

Time and date stamp,

 

USB, must have WINDOWS 98)

 

 

 

 

 

Enhancement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

date, text, logo/graphic

 

• PENTIUM 90 MHz or greater processor

 

Lens Focal Length

38 mm to 115 mm

 

Albums

In-camera albums keep

 

• 16 MB or more of RAM (32 MB of RAM for NT 4.0)

 

 

 

equivalent; 37 mm

 

 

pictures organised

 

• 120 MB of hard disk space available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

threads for optional

 

Self-Timer

10 seconds

 

 

• CD-ROM drive for software installation

 

 

 

lenses via Optional

 

Tripod Mount

Standard

 

 

• 256-colour monitor (16-bit colour recommended)

 

 

 

Lens Adapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flash

Strobe flash (auto, red-

 

• Available serial port, USB port IrDA

 

 

 

 

 

Focus Distance

0.3 m to infinity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connection or PC card reader

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

eye, fill, off), range up

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exposure

Auto, or manual override

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to 3.0 m; flash sync

 

MACINTOSH Systems:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(+/- 2 EV in 0.5-EV incre-

 

 

capability

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ments) with manual mode

 

File Formats

JPEG (EXIF), TIFF

 

 

• Power MACINTOSH System, MAC OS 7.6 or

 

 

 

white balance, exposure

 

 

 

later (serial); MAC OS 8.5 or later (USB)

 

 

 

 

User Interface

Graphical, menu-driven,

 

 

 

 

lock, focus distance and

 

 

• 32 MB or more of RAM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

easy to navigate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

exposure time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• 70 MB of hard disk space available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shutter Speed

1/400 to 16 second

 

Video Out

NTSC and PAL (user

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• CD-ROM drive for software installation

 

 

 

selectable)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aperture Range

Wide: f/3.0 to f/15.3;

 

 

 

 

• 256-colour monitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tele: f/4.7 to f/16.0

 

Audio

Record and playback

 

(16-bit colour recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

ISO Equivalent

100

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Available serial port, USB port, or PC card reader

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P A C K A G E C O N T E N T S

 

 

 

O R D E R I N G I N F O R M A T I O N / A C C E S S O R I E S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• KODAK DC290 Zoom Digital Camera with

 

Product Name

 

 

 

DC200 Series Premium Camera Bag

809 2710

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

handstrap and lens cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC290 Zoom Digital Camera

 

 

DC280/DC290 All-Weather Camera Bag

855 5559

 

 

 

• KODAK Picture Card

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(English/European)

 

 

GPS Connection Kit

 

841 7198

 

 

 

• 4 AA alkaline batteries

 

 

 

 

(English/Italian/Spanish)

 

 

KODAK Accessories help make this great

 

 

 

 

 

• 4 AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries

 

(French/German)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

camera even better.

 

 

 

 

 

 

and charger

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recommended Accessories

CAT No.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visit us at www.kodak.com/go/accessories

 

• USB cable for use with WINDOWS and

 

64 MB Picture Card

 

140 4169

 

 

 

 

 

For more information on our range of Kodak

 

MACINTOSH Systems

 

 

 

 

48 MB Picture Card

 

142 0629

 

 

• Audio/video cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

48 MB Picture Card w/adapter

187 7919

 

Digital products call:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Austria/Österreich

0179 567 357

 

 

 

 

 

• Quick setup guide, user’s guide,

 

 

 

 

32 MB Picture Card

 

180 6900

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

32 MB Picture Card w/adapter

196 4840

 

Belgium/Belgique

02 713 14 45

 

 

 

 

 

registration cards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Denmark/Danmark

3 848 71 30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20 MB Picture Card

 

146 8628

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eire

01 407 3054

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20 MB Picture Card w/adapter

824 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD-ROMs with software, including:

 

 

Finland/Suomi

0800 1 17056

 

 

 

 

 

 

10 MB Picture Card

 

863 3828

 

 

 

 

 

 

• PHOTODELUXE Software and PAGEMILL Software

 

10 MB Picture Card w/adapter

849 2399

 

France

01 55 1740 77

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Germany/Deutschland

069 5007 0035

 

 

 

 

 

4 MB Picture Card

 

821 6822

 

 

 

 

 

from Adobe Systems, Inc. (WINDOWS

 

 

 

Italy/Italia

02 696 334 52

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 MB Picture Card w/adapter

196 4956

 

 

 

 

 

 

and MACINTOSH)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Netherlands/Nederland

020 346 9372

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Picture Card Adapter

 

156 1596

 

 

 

 

 

 

• TWAIN Acquire Module (WINDOWS)

 

 

 

Norway/Norge

23 16 21 33

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Charger with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spain/España

91 749 76 53

 

 

 

 

 

• WINDOWS 95, 98 and NT 4.0 Mounter

 

4 Ni-MH AA Batteries (UK)

867 9933

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sweden/Sverige

08 587 704 21

 

 

 

 

 

• PHOTOSHOP-compatible plug-in (MACINTOSH)

 

(European Version)

852 2344

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse 01 838 53 51

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB Card Reader

 

876 4714

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Picture Transfer application (MACINTOSH)

 

 

 

UK

0870 2430270

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC200 Series AC Adapter

190 9282

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Calls are charged @ National Rate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC290 Lens Adapter

 

867 5027

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC280/DC290 Telephoto Lens

179 2860

 

International Toll Line:

+44 (0) 131 458 6714

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC280/DC290 Close-up Lens

138 2175

 

International Fax Line:

+44 (0) 131 458 6962

 

 

 

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improve quality and design, modifications may be made to products from time to time. Details

 

 

 

TAKE PICT U RE S. FURT H E R.

 

 

 

 

 

of stock availability and specifications given in this publication are subject to change without

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TM

 

 

 

 

notice. All weights and dimensions are approximate.

 

 

www.kodak.com/go/dc290

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Kodak DC290 manual Specification S, S T E M R E Q U I R E M E N T S, C K a G E C O N T E N T S
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DC290 specifications

The Kodak DC290, released in the late 1990s, marked a significant advancement in digital photography at that time. Esteemed for its user-friendly design and robust features, the DC290 quickly became a favorite among both amateur and professional photographers.

One of the most notable features of the Kodak DC290 is its impressive 2.1 megapixels resolution. This enabled users to capture images with clarity that was exceptional for its era. The camera utilized a 1/1.8-inch CCD sensor, which significantly enhanced image quality by minimizing noise and improving color accuracy. Coupled with a sharp 3x optical zoom lens, the DC290 allowed for versatile photography in various settings, from landscapes to close-up shots.

In terms of technological advancements, the Kodak DC290 was equipped with a number of modes and settings designed to enhance the photography experience. It featured multiple exposure settings, including automatic, programmed, and manual modes. This flexibility empowered users to take complete control over their photographic process, adapting to different lighting conditions and artistic preferences.

Storage capabilities were another facet where the DC290 excelled. It came with 8 MB of internal memory, which was expandable through CompactFlash memory cards. This feature provided users with the ability to store a significant number of images without constantly worrying about running out of space. Moreover, the camera offered a selection of picture quality settings, allowing users to choose between standard and high-quality images depending on their needs.

The camera's LCD screen was another highlight, providing a clear viewfinder for image composition and review. This contributed to an intuitive user experience, allowing users to see their shots immediately after capturing them. Additionally, the DC290 featured a unique nib for additional manual control over the zoom and exposure settings, which was a significant advantage for those who wanted a more hands-on approach to photography.

In summary, the Kodak DC290 was a pioneer in the realm of digital cameras. With its 2.1 megapixel resolution, versatile lens, user-friendly controls, and expandable memory, it demonstrated the potential of digital photography while laying the groundwork for future advancements. Even though technology has evolved significantly since its release, the legacy of cameras like the DC290 continues to influence the way we capture and share images today.
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