Kodak EasyShare Z700 zoom digital camera — User's guide

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4 Doing more with your camera

Picture-taking modes

Use this mode	For
Auto	General picture-taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use.
Scene	Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under 13 special conditions (see Scene modes).
Sport	Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. The camera pre-settings are f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus, ISO 80–ISO 160.
Landscape	Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you turn it on. Auto-focus framing marks () are not available in Landscape.
Close-up	Close subjects 2–27.6 in. (5–70 cm) from the lens in Wide Angle; 9.8–27.6 in. (25–70 cm) in Telephoto. Use available light instead of flash if possible. Use the LCD screen to frame the subject.
Video	Capturing video with sound (see Taking a video).
Favorites	Viewing your favorites (see Sharing your pictures).
	Three manual modes P, A, & S—allow aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, and ISO speed to be modified in Liveview.
	P (Program)—Controls exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera) and ISO speed. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting. Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options. Press to select settings (see Manual modes P, A, and S). Press the Menu button to change other settings.
	A (Aperture Priority)—Controls aperture, exposure compensation, and ISO speed. Aperture priority mode is primarily used to control depth of field (the range of sharpness).NOTE: The aperture setting may be affected when using optical zoom. Press to select settings (see Manual modes P, A, and S). Press the Menu button to change other settings.
	S (Shutter Priority)—Controls the shutter speed, exposure compensation, and ISO speed. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. Shutter priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds. Press to select settings (see Manual modes P, A, and S). Press the Menu button to change other settings.

Scene modes

Turn the Mode dial to Scene .
Press to display Scene mode descriptions.

NOTE: If the Help text turns off, press the OK button.
Press the OK button to choose a Scene mode.

	For	Camera pre-settings
Children	Action pictures of children in bright light.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus
Party	People indoors. Minimizes red eye.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus, Red-Eye Flash
Portrait	Full-frame portraits of people. Use Telephoto to exaggerate background blur.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus
Beach	Bright beach scenes.	f/2.8–f/4.8, +1 Exposure Compensation, Center-Weight Exposure Metering, Daylight White Balance, Multi-Zone Focus
Flower	Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Macro Focus, Daylight White Balance, Center-Zone Focus, Center-Weight Exposure Metering
Fireworks	Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.	f/5.8, 2 second exposure, Flash Off, Infinity Focus, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Daylight White Balance, Center-Zone Focus
Snow	Bright snow scenes.	f/2.8–f/4.8, +1 Exposure Compensation, Center-Weight Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus
Backlight	Subjects that are in shadow or "backlit" (when light is behind the subject).	f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus, Fill-Flash
Night Portrait	Reduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Red-Eye Flash, Multi-Zone Focus
Night Landscape	Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Flash Off, Infinity Focus, Center-Weight Exposure Metering, Daylight White Balance, Center-Zone Focus
Manner/ Museum	Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are disabled.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Flash Off, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus
Text	Documents.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Macro Focus, Center-Weight Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus
Self- Portrait	Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.	f/2.8–f/4.8, Macro Focus, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus, Red-Eye Flash

Manual modes P, A, and S

Settings you change in P, A, or S modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes.

For example, if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in P, A, or S mode, you still retain the default setting of Color for Auto and Scene modes.

NOTE:

The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, and S modes—even when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset to Default (see

) to reset P, A, or S mode to its default setting.


			Aperture—also known as f-stop, 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—allows the user to manually adjust the exposure; 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.

Changing P, A, and S mode settings

The P, A, and S modes control the f-number, shutter speed, and exposure compensation. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.


		1. Turn the Mode dial to PAS. The mode options are displayed.
		2. Press to: Select P, A, or S. Move between the available settings. Open a setting . Change the setting.
		3. Press the Menu button to change other settings (see Changing picture-taking settings).
		4. Take a picture.

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