Kodak EasyShare C875 zoom digital camera — User's guide

Table of Contents > Doing more with your camera > Using PASM/C mode settings

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4 Doing more with your camera

Using PASM/C mode settings

Settings apply only in PASM/C

Settings you change in PASM modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. Settings you change in C mode apply only to pictures taken in that mode.

For example, if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in P, A, S, or M mode, then Smart Scene mode and the manually-selected Scene modes retain the default setting of Color.

NOTE:

The settings, including Flash, are maintained for PASM/C modes—even when you change modes or turn off the camera.

The PASM/C modes control:

Aperture—also known as f-stop or f-number, controls the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field. Smaller f-numbers, for example f/2.8, refer to a bigger lens opening. Larger f-numbers, for example f/8, refer to a smaller lens opening.

Larger f-numbers keep the main subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions. Smaller f-numbers are good for portraits and low-light conditions. The highest and lowest aperture numbers may be affected by optical zoom.

Shutter Speed—controls how long the shutter stays open. A shaking hand icon warns of slow shutter speeds. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

Exposure Compensation—lets you manually adjust the exposure ( 2.0 in 1/3 steps); good for controlling backlit or non-standard scenes. If the picture is too light, decrease the setting; if it's too dark, increase the setting.

ISO Speed—controls sensitivity of the camera sensor (64, 100, 200, 400, 800). Higher settings are more sensitive to light, but may produce unwanted "noise" in a picture.

Changing PASM/C mode settings

		1. Turn the Mode dial to PASM or C. The mode options are displayed.
		2. Press to: Move between available settings. Open a setting. Change the setting.
		3. Press the Menu button to change other settings.
		4. Take a picture.

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