Kodak 1773662, EASYSHARE MAX Z990 Extended User Manual
KODAK EASYSHARE MAX
Camera / Z990
Extended user guide
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Front view
Lens
Stereo
Microphones
Flash
AF Assist/
Self-timer/
Video light
Micro USB
AV Out
HDMI Out
Product features
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Product features
Mode dial
Shutter button
Burst, Focus Mode,
Self-timer
Video Record button
Share
OK
Display
Flash,
Effects,
Delete
LCD
Power
Power light
EVF
(Electronic
viewfinder)
EVF/LCD button
Strap post
Zoom
Review
Speaker
Luminance
sensor
Jog dial
Back view
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Bottom view
Tripod socket
Battery
compartments
Slot for SD/SDHC
Card (optional
accessory)
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Table of contents 1
1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1
Charging the rechargeable batteries..............................................................1
Loading the batteries ....................................................................................2
Turning on the camera ..................................................................................3
Setting the language and date/time...............................................................3
Storing pictures on an accessory SD/SDHC Card............................................. 4
Attaching the strap ....................................................................................... 5
2 Taking pictures/videos ...........................................................................6
Taking pictures in Smart Capture mode .........................................................6
Your camera, the way you want it .................................................................7
Using Tools to choose actions, preferences ....................................................8
Understanding the picture-taking icons..........................................................9
Watch the battery level .................................................................................9
Taking a video ............................................................................................ 10
Using the zoom...........................................................................................11
Using the flash............................................................................................ 12
Using different modes .................................................................................13
Using SCN (Scene) modes ........................................................................... 14
Using Creative modes .................................................................................15
P, A, S, and M modes..................................................................................16
Using the Self-timer button .........................................................................18
Using the Focus button ...............................................................................19
Using the Burst button ................................................................................20
Using the Effects button..............................................................................21
Using the histogram to view picture brightness............................................ 21
Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness ......................................22
Taking panoramic pictures...........................................................................23
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3 Reviewing and editing .........................................................................24
Reviewing pictures/videos ...........................................................................24
Deleting pictures/videos ..............................................................................26
Viewing pictures/videos in different ways..................................................... 27
A smarter way to find and enjoy your pictures..............................................28
Understanding the review icons................................................................... 29
Cropping a picture ...................................................................................... 30
Using the RAW Develop feature .................................................................. 31
Adding a border to a picture........................................................................ 32
Using photo effects to change a picture’s tint ..............................................32
Trimming a video ........................................................................................ 33
Making a picture from a video.....................................................................34
Making an action print from a video............................................................35
Selecting multiple pictures/videos ................................................................36
Displaying pictures/videos on a television.....................................................37
Creating a slide show..................................................................................38
Adding a date stamp...................................................................................38
Using the optional remote control ...............................................................39
4 Sharing pictures/videos .......................................................................40
Sharing through email and social networks..................................................40
Tagging pictures .........................................................................................42
Marking pictures/videos as favorites............................................................45
5 Doing more with your camera .............................................................46
Changing settings .......................................................................................46
6 Install software ...................................................................................49
Install software, transfer pictures, and share................................................ 49
Printing pictures..........................................................................................50
Marking pictures for print............................................................................51
7 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................52
Getting help on the Web.............................................................................56
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8 Appendix .............................................................................................57
Specifications..............................................................................................57
Care and maintenance ................................................................................ 59
Upgrading your software and firmware........................................................60
Storage capacities.......................................................................................60
Important safety instructions .......................................................................60
Battery replacement, battery life.................................................................. 61
Limited warranty .........................................................................................62
Regulatory compliance ................................................................................64
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1 Setting up your camera
Lights are on while the charger
is plugged in. (See the charger
documentation for instructions
and charging times.)
All batteries lose power over time–even if
they’re not being used. For longer life, fully
charge KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
AA prior to use.
Your plug may differ.
Charging the rechargeable batteries
Watch the battery level See page 9
Extend battery life See page 61
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1 2
Loading the batteries
Watch the battery level See page 9
Extend battery life See page 61
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Turning on the camera
to change current field.
for previous/next field.
OK
to accept.
At the prompt, press
OK
.
to change.
OK
to accept.
Language:
Date/Time:
Sharing Destinations:
You can tell the camera which sharing sites to
offer when it’s time to share pictures/videos.
to highlight a site.
to check/uncheck the site.
OK
Setting up your camera
Setting the language and date/time
NOTE: To change language in the future, use the Settings menu (see page 47).
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Setting up your camera
CAUTION:
Turn off the camera, then
open the door.
Insert a card until it clicks. To remove a
card, press and release it.
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Optional
accessory
Storing pictures on an accessory SD/SDHC Card
Your camera has internal memory. We recommend purchasing a SD or SDHC Card to
conveniently store more pictures/videos.
A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage.
Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on may damage the
pictures, the card, or the camera.
IMPORTANT:
pictures/videos are stored on the card. If no card is inserted, new pictures/videos are stored in the
camera’s internal memory. If pictures/videos are detected in internal memory and a card is inserted, the
camera prompts you to move the pictures to the card (and erase those in internal memory)
When you turn on the camera, it checks to see if a card is inserted. If so, new
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Attaching the strap
Setting up your camera
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2 Taking pictures/videos
EVF/LCD
button
Framing
marks
Mode
dial
In Liveview In Quickview
In Review
Most recent
picture/video
Taking pictures in Smart Capture mode
1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture .
2 Use the LCD or EVF to compose the picture.
electronic viewfinder to conserve battery power and improve visibility outdoors.
3 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure.
indicate the camera focus area. If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject,
release the Shutter button and recompose the scene.
Press the EVF/LCD button and use the
Framing marks
4 Press the Shutter button completely down.
you don’t like it, press the Delete button, then follow the prompts. (To delete a picture
later, see page 26.) To take a picture while recording a video, see page 10.
IMPORTANT:
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Press the Share button to share anytime. To learn more, see page 24.
The new picture is briefly displayed. If
Taking pictures/videos
Display
OK
Review
Clean view
Tools v ie w
(Tools vary by
camera mode.)
Tools
Note: If you’re in a PASM
mode, Liveview Histogram
and Framing Grid view* are
also available.
Other picture-taking features
■ To view available tools, press the Display button
. Press to choose a tool, then press OK.
■ To review, tag, and edit pictures and videos, press
the Review button (see page 24).
■ To change camera settings, see page 46.
■ If it’s hard to see the LCD, you can adjust the
brightness (see page 47).
Your camera, the way you want it
Sometimes, you want to see everything available! (Other times, you want everything
out of your way.) Press the Display button to change between Clean view and
Tools view.
* To enable Liveview Histogram and/or Framing Grid, see page 47.
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tool, then press
OK
.
In Review, press
to move between Tools and
Previous/Next.
In Liveview, press
to move between Tools and
the most recent picture.
Most recent
picture
Press
press
Some settings can be
chosen using
2
to choose a
1
1
or
a setting, then press
OK.
.
,
tool’s setting, then press
OK.
Press to change a
Note: If you chose
to choose
Tools
More tools
Using Tools to choose actions, preferences
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Taking pictures/videos
Number of
pictures/video
time remaining
Zoom slider
Aperture
Flash, Burst,
Focus modes
Most recent
picture/video
Shutter speed
Exposure compensation
More tools
ISO
White balance
Manual focus
Flash compensation
Sharpness
Understanding the picture-taking icons
Watch the battery level
Don’t miss out on great pictures and videos—keep your batteries fully charged.
Full
Three quarters
Half
Critical
AC Power
Charge the batteries See page 1
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Taking pictures/videos
Taking a video
The camera is always ready to take a video—just press the Video Record button!
1 Use the LCD or EVF to compose the video.
2 To start recording, press and release the Video
Record button . To stop recording, press
and release the button again.
The first frame of the new video and the play button
are displayed for a few seconds.
■ To play/pause the video, press the OK button.
■ If you don’t like the video, press the Delete
button, then follow the prompts. (To delete a
video later, see page 26.)
NOTE: Longer recording times may raise camera temperature (see page 52).
Take a picture while recording a video
While recording a video, press the Shutter button completely down.
The camera takes a picture and continues recording video until you press the Video Record
button again. The picture size matches the video size. (For example, if the Video Size is set
to 1920 x 1080, the picture size is also 1920 x 1080.)
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Using the zoom
Use optical zoom to get up to 30X closer to your subject.
1 Use the LCD or EVF to frame your subject. (For
focus distances, see Specifications, page 57.)
2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle
(W) to zoom out.
3 Take the picture or video.
NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, use the framing marks
(page 6).
Taking pictures/videos
Using digital zoom
Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode.
NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom.
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Press the Flash button repeatedly to scroll through
flash modes.
The current flash mode appears on the LCD or EVF.
Using the flash
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows.
Flash settings are limited in some capture modes.
Flash modes The flash fires
Auto When the lighting conditions require it.
Fill Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions.
Use when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit” (when the light is
behind the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a
tripod.
NOTE: Not available in Smart Capture mode.
Red-eye
Reduction
Off Never.
A preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is taken.
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Using different modes
Choose the mode that best suits your
subjects and surroundings.
PAS
M
SCN
Capture mode For
Smart Capture Excellent image quality and ease of use.
■ Faces are detected.
■ The scene is analyzed for other content and for lighting.
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■ KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology is applied, for better
pictures.
Program
Aperture Priority
Shutter Priority
Manual
Scene A suite of features that let you take pictures in unique
Sport Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast.
Portrait Full-frame portraits of people.
Creative A suite of advanced, artistic features. (See page 15.)
High Dynamic
More control over your camera and pictures. (See page 16.)
environments, but with point-and-shoot simplicity. (See
page 14.)
High-contrast scenes. The camera takes and merges 2 pictures
Range
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to produce one of high dynamic range, accommodating light
levels from bright sunlight to faint starlight. Resolution is set at
12 MP.
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Using SCN (Scene) modes
1 Turn the Mode dial to SCN (Scene).
2 Press and to read Scene mode descriptions.
3 Press OK to choose the Scene mode that you’ve highlighted.
SCN mode For
Landscape Distant scenes.
Flower Close range. Use available light instead of flash, if possible.
Sunset Subjects at dusk.
Backlight Subjects that are in shadow or “backlit.”
Candle Light Subjects illuminated by candle light.
Children Action pictures of children in bright light.
Bright Bright beach or snow scenes.
Fireworks Fireworks. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or tripod.
Self-Portrait Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Night Portrait Reduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions.
Night Landscape Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire.
Stage People on a lit stage. Fast shutter speed, high ISO. Flash and sounds are
off. (Flash setting can be changed.)
High ISO People indoors, in low-light scenes.
Panorama R-L,
L-R
“Stitching” 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See page 23.)
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Taking pictures/videos
Using Creative modes
1 Turn the Mode dial to Creative mode .
2 Press and to read Creative mode descriptions.
3 Press OK to choose the Creative mode that you’ve highlighted.
Creative mode For
Night Scene
Long Exposure
Dramatic Highly saturated, vibrant color. The camera takes and merges 2 pictures to
Intelligent
Portrait Mode
Photo Booth Taking 4 pictures and combining them into single strip, like a vintage
Automatic
Panorama
For night photos that contain moving objects. Gives the impression of
motion. Resolution is set at 12 MP.
produce one of rich tone and detail. Resolution is set at 12 MP.
Close-ups of faces. The camera takes multiple pictures, then chooses the
one with the best focus, most smiles, and most eyes open. Resolution is set
at 12 MP.
photobooth. For best results, place the camera on a tripod or steady
surface.
Press and hold the Shutter button while vertically or horizontally panning a
scene (Left to Right, Right to Left, Bottom to Top, and Top to Bottom). Pan
up to 180 degrees horizontally or up to 120 degrees vertically. The camera
“stitches” the pictures together.
IMPORTANT:
The longer you hold the Shutter button, the longer it
takes to stitch the pictures.
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Jog dial
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
automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture
(f-stop) based on the scene lighting.
Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the
range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be
affected by optical zoom.
Shutter Priority mode controls shutter speed. The
camera automatically sets the aperture for proper
exposure. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow
shutter speeds.)
Manual mode offers a high level of control. (To
prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)
Exposure compensation (how
much light enters the
camera), flash compensation,
and ISO speed
Aperture, exposure
compensation, flash
compensation, and ISO speed
Shutter speed, exposure
compensation, and flash
compensation
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 (see page 47) to reset P, A, S, or M modes to their default settings.
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