KODAK EASYSHARE Z980 Digital Camera — Extended user guide


Table of Contents > Taking pictures/videos > Using the zoom

2 Taking pictures/videos

Using the zoom

Use optical zoom to get up to 24X closer to your subject while taking pictures/videos.

IMPORTANT: If the camera is in portrait mode (Using the vertical grip (for portrait orientation)), press to zoom.


  1. Use the LCD or EVF to frame your subject. (For focus distances, see Camera specifications.)

  2. Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) to zoom out.

  3. Take the picture or video.

NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:
  • Use the auto focus framing marks, Taking a picture.

  • As you zoom in, move away from your subject.


Using digital zoom

To turn on/off digital zoom, . (Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode.)

NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the LCD or EVF turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-in. (10 x 15 cm) print.



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