KODAK EASYSHARE Z950 Digital Camera — Extended user guide
Table of Contents > Taking pictures/videos > P, A, S, and M modes
2 Taking pictures/videos
P, A, S, and M modes
Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.
NOTE: | Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modes—even when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera ( ) to reset P, A, S, and M modes to their default settings. If using flash compensation, the flash cannot be in the Off setting (Using the flash ). |
Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings
P, A, S, and M modes control the aperture (f-number, also known as f-stop), shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash compensation, focus mode, and ISO. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.
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Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
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Press to access a setting. Press to change the setting.
Aperture - (also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field.
Shutter Speed - control how long the shutter stays open. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Exposure Compensation - adjust the exposure. If the picture is too light, decrease the setting; if it's too dark, increase the setting. Flash Compensation - adjust flash brightness. Focus Mode - choose Auto, Close-up, Landscape, or Manual Focus. ISO - adjust the camera's sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity.
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