KODAK EASYSHARE MAX Camera / Z990 — User guide

Table of Contents > Using different modes > P, A, S, and M modes

1 Using different modes

Use PASM modes for 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.	Exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera), flash compensation, and ISO speed
	Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the range of sharpness).	Aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO speed
	Shutter Priority mode controls shutter speed.	Shutter speed, exposure compensation, and flash compensation
	Manual mode offers a high level of control.	Aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, and ISO speed

Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
Press the Display button .
Turn the Jog dial to choose a setting, then press it to edit the setting. Turn the Jog dial to change a setting, then press it to save it.

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

Flash Compensation - adjust flash brightness.

Exposure Compensation - adjust the exposure. If the scene is too light, decrease the setting; if it's too dark, increase it.

Shutter speed - control how long the shutter stays open. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

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

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

See the Extended user guide	www.kodak.com/go/Z990manuals
See How-To videos	www.kodak.com/go/Z990demos

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