Kodak EasyShare DX6490 zoom digital camera — User's Guide


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2 Taking Pictures

Picture-Taking Modes

Mode Description

Auto

For general picture taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use.

PASM

For ultimate creative control. Choose from Program, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, and Manual modes. See PASM Mode to Using the Jog Dial to Change PASM Mode Settings for a full discussion of PASM mode.

Sport

For subjects that are in motion.

Portrait

For full-frame portraits of people. Allows the subject to be sharp and the background to be indistinct. For best results, position your subject at least 6 ft (2 m) away and fill the frame with a head and shoulders pose. Use the T (Telephoto) zoom button to exaggerate background blur.

Night

For night scenes or low-light conditions. Shutter speed may be slow, so place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Due to slow shutter speeds, advise people to stay still for a few seconds after the flash fires.

Video

Capture video with sound. See Taking a Video.



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