Kodak EasyShare Z1015 IS digital camera — User guide

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3 Using the advanced features

P, A, S, and M modes

Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.

Mode	When to use	Press Jog dial to control
	Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options. The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting.	Exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO speed
	Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be affected by optical zoom.	Aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO speed
	Shutter Priority mode prevents blur when your subject is moving. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)	Shutter speed, exposure compensation, and flash compensation
	Manual mode offers the highest level of creative control. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)	Aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, and ISO speed

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, or M mode to its default setting.

Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings

PASM modes control the aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.

Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
Jog dial: Turn to access a setting. Press to unlock the setting. Turn to change the setting. Press to lock the setting. (See P, A, S, and M modes.)

ISO - adjust the camera's sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity.

NOTE:

A higher ISO may produce unwanted "noise" in a picture. ISO 3200 and 6400 available only in 3.1 MP and lower picture sizes.

Flash Compensation - adjust flash brightness.

Exposure Compensation - adjust the exposure (lighten or darken pictures).

Shutter speed - control how long the shutter stays open.

Aperture - (also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, depth of field.

Smaller f-stop numbers indicate a larger lens opening; good for low-light.
Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions.

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