Kodak Z612 User Manual - Page 36

Doing more with your camera PASM modes Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. For example, if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in P, A, S, or M mode, you still retain the default setting of Color for Auto and SCN modes. NOTE: 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 (see table on page 36) to reset P, A, S, or M to its default setting. Aperture Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation Flash Compensation ISO Aperture-also known as f-stop or f-number, 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-lets you manually adjust the exposure (± 2.0 in 1/3 steps); 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. Flash Compensation-controls the flash brightness (±1.0 in 1/2 steps). You must be within flash range. Unavailable if flash setting is Off. ISO-controls sensitivity of the camera sensor (80, 100, 200, 400, 800). Higher settings are more sensitive to light, but may produce unwanted "noise" in a picture. You can only use ISO 800 if you are in the 1.1 MP Picture Size setting. 30 www.kodak.com/go/support