Kodak AZ421 User Manual
User Manual
BEFORE YOU START
Declaration of Conformity
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Address: 1411 W. 190th Street, Suite 550, Gardena, CA 90248, USA
Company Website: www.kodakpixpro.com
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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health, environment and customer protection. "CE" marked cameras are intended for sales
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available in your country for proper, safe disposal of this product.
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing this KODAK PIXPRO Digital Camera. Please read this manual
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This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your new KODAK PIXPRO
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accurate, however JK Imaging Ltd. reserves the right to make changes without notice.
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quickly and easily:
Indicates useful information.
Indicates precautions are to be taken while operating the camera.
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SAFETY NOTES
Safety notes for this camera
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit
solid objects.
Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.
To prevent the camera from being
damaged by moisture, do not use or store
the camera in very humid environments,
such as in rain or near bodies of water.
Do not use or store the camera in dusty
places or on a beach to prevent dust or
sand from entering the camera, causing
possible damage to it.
Do not use or store the camera in a hot
environment or under direct sunlight.
Do not use or store the camera near a
powerful magnetic field, for example near
a magnet or transformer.
Avoid touching the lens of the camera.
Do not expose the camera to direct
sunlight for a long period time.
Turn the camera off, remove the battery
and the memory card, and dry it within
24 hours if water accidentally comes in
contact with the camera.
When you take the camera from a
cold place to a warmer environment,
condensation may occur. Please wait for
a reasonable period of time before you
turn it on.
When you use the camera, remove the
battery if it overheats. Wait until the unit
cools down.
Download your photos and remove the
memory card when you are going to store
the camera for a long period of time.
Store the camera in a dry environment
and place it on a flat surface when you
are going to store the camera for a long
period of time.
Before you remove the battery and
memory card, the camera should be
turned off.
When you clean the body of the camera,
do not use abrasive, alcohol-based or
organic cleaner.
Use the professional lens wiping cloth
and dedicated cleaner to wipe and clean
the lens.
Safety notes for battery
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery is used
for the camera, only charge it with the
supplied battery charger.
If battery fluid leaks inside the camera,
contact our customer service department.
If battery fluid leaks onto your skin, rinse
your skin with clean water and seek
immediate medical attention.
Disposal of used batteries should be
carried out in accordance with the local
(national or regional) regulations.
To prevent the battery from being
damaged, do not drop the battery or
allow it to hit solid objects or to be
scratched by the objects.
Do not let the battery come in contact
with metal objects (including coins)
to avoid short circuiting, discharging,
excessive heat, or possible leakage.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery.
Do not expose the battery to water.
Always keep the battery contacts dry.
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Do not heat the battery or throw it into a
fire to avoid a possible explosion.
Do not store the battery in a hot
environment or in direct sunlight.
Only use the supplied battery.
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery in this
camera overheats during charging, stop
charging immediately and wait until it
cools down to resume charging.
When the camera is stored for a long
period of time, remove the battery
and keep it in a dry place that is not
accessible to the infants and children.
In a colder environment, the performance
of the battery could be noticeably reduced.
When you install the battery, install it
according to the positive and negative
markings on the battery compartment.
Never force it into the battery
compartment.
Safety notes for memory card
Do not drop the memory card or allow it
to hit solid objects to avoid damaging it.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair
the memory card.
Do not expose the memory card to water.
Always keep it dry.
Do not remove the memory card when
the camera is turned on. Otherwise, the
memory card could be damaged.
Do not directly edit the data on the
memory card. Copy the data to your PC
before you edit them.
When the camera is stored for a long
period of time, be sure to download your
photos and remove the memory card.
Store it in a dry environment.
Format the memory card using the camera
before you use it or insert a new one.
We suggest buying only well-known,
name brand memory cards to ensure
peak performance.
Do not modify the name of the files or
folders of the memory card using your
PC. Modifying the file names may cause
the files to not be recognized on the
camera or a possible error may occur.
A photo taken with the camera will be
stored in the folder that is automatically
generated on the SD card. Do not store
photos that are not taken using this
camera in these folders as the pictures
cannot be recognized during the playback.
When you insert a memory card, make
sure the notch of the card matches the
markings on the top of the card slot.
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Other Safety Notes
Do not disconnect the power or turn the camera off during the update process. Doing so
may cause incorrect data to be written and the camera may not power on later.
Do not hang the neck strap of the camera around the neck of a child.
When using your camera on an airplane, observe the relevant rules specified by the airline.
Due to the limitations of manufacturing technology, the LCD screen may have a few dead
or bright pixels. These pixels do no effect the quality or performance of the camera, photos
or video.
Do not expose the LCD screen to water. In a humid environment, only wipe it with a soft and
dry cleaning cloth.
If the LCD screen is damaged and the liquid crystal comes into contact with your skin, wipe
your skin with a dry cloth immediately and rinse it with clean water. If liquid crystal comes
into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water at least for 15 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention. If you accidentally swallow liquid crystal, rinse your mouth
immediately and seek medical attention.
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CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU START .............1
SAFETY NOTES .....................3
CONTENTS .............................7
GETTING READY ................. 11
Accessories Included ..........................11
Install lens cap and neck strap ............12
Part Names .........................................13
Installing Battery and Memory Card ....15
Charging Battery .................................17
Turning Camera On and Off ................19
Symbol Description .............................19
Set your Language, Date/Time ...........20
Set your Language, Date
/Time after the first power-on ........20
Resetting your Language ..............20
Resetting Date/Time .....................21
MODE OVERVIEW ............... 22
Display Setting ....................................22
LCD Screen Display ............................23
Overview of the screen
icons in photo shooting mode .......23
Overview of the Screen
icons in Movie Mode .....................25
Overview of the Screen
icons in Playback Mode ................26
Using the Mode Dial ............................27
Auto Mode ...........................................28
Program AE .........................................29
Shutter Priority ...................................29
Aperture Priority ..................................30
Manual Mode ......................................30
Face Beautifier ....................................31
Panorama Mode ..................................32
Scene Mode ........................................33
Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) ............35
Custom Settings ..................................37
BASIC OPERATION .............. 39
Using the Zoom Function ....................39
Focus Setting ......................................40
Macro Mode ........................................41
Self-Timer Setting ...............................42
Flash Mode ........................................43
White Balance Setting .........................44
Continuous Shot ..................................45
EV Setting ...........................................46
Exposure Compensation ..............46
ISO ................................................47
Shutter Adjustment .......................47
Aperture Adjustment .....................48
Using Quick Recording .......................48
i Button Function Menu .......................49
PLAYBACK ............................ 50
Viewing Photos and Videos ................50
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Thumbnail View ...................................51
Using Zoom Playback .........................52
Photos and Video Deletion ..................53
Slideshow ............................................54
USING THE MENUS ............. 55
Photo Setup Menu ..............................55
Expo Metering ...............................55
Image Size ....................................56
OIS ................................................56
Cont. AF ........................................57
HDR ..............................................57
Face Beautifier ..............................58
Scene ............................................58
Photo Shooting Setting Menu .............60
Quality ...........................................60
AF-Assist Beam ............................61
Digital Zoom ..................................61
Date Imprint ..................................61
Quick Review ................................62
Custom Settings ...........................62
Face Detection ..............................63
Movie Menu .........................................64
Expo Metering ...............................64
Video Quality ................................65
OIS ................................................65
Movie Setting Menu ............................66
Digital Zoom ..................................67
Custom Settings ...........................67
Playback Menu ....................................68
Playback .......................................69
HDR ..............................................69
Red-Eye Reduction .......................70
Rotate ...........................................71
Resize ...........................................72
i button playback function ....................73
Playback Setting Menu .......................74
Protect ..........................................75
Delete ...........................................76
DPOF ............................................77
Trim ...............................................77
Setup Menu .........................................78
Sound Settings .............................79
Power Saver .................................79
Language ......................................80
Zone ..............................................80
Date/Time .....................................80
LCD Brightness .............................80
File / Software .....................................81
Format Memory ............................81
Copy to Card .................................82
File Numbering .............................82
Reset ............................................83
FW Version ...................................83
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CONNECTIONS .................... 84
APPENDICES ....................... 95
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Connecting to a Computer ..................84
Setting the USB Mode ..................84
Transferring files to your computer ...85
Video System ......................................86
Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection Mode ...87
Supported HDMI Connections ............88
Connecting HDMI-Ready TV ........88
Connecting to a
PictBridge Compatible Printer .............89
Setting the USB Mode ..................89
Connecting to your Printer ............90
Using the PictBridge Menu ..................91
Print (with Date) ............................91
Print (without Date) .......................92
Print Index .....................................93
Print DPOF Images .......................94
Exit ................................................94
Specifications ......................................95
Prompts and Warning Messages ........99
Troubleshooting ................................103
GETTING READY
Accessories Included
Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following
accessories. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer.
Li-ion battery
Lens cap with cord
AC adapter Neck strapRechargeable
Quick Start Guide
Quick start guide
USB cable
Warranty card
STOP
Service card
Install lens cap and neck strap
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Part Names
1. Zoom lever
2. Shutter button
3. Strap eyelet
4. Exposure compensation button
5. Continuous shot button
6. Power switch
7. AF assist beam/Self-timer lamp
8. Mode dial
9. Flash lamp
10. Flash button
11. Microphone
12. Speaker
13. Lens
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14. i button
15. Indicator lamp
16. Fast video recording button
17. Menu button
18. Micro USB port
19. Micro HDMI port
20. AF button/Arrow button (Up)
21. Flash button/Arrow button (Right)
22. Delete button/Self-timer button/
Arrow button (Down)
23. Display button
24. Battery cover
25. Playback button
26. Tripod socket
27. Macro button/Arrow button (Left)
28. SET button
29. LCD
Installing Battery and Memory Card
1. Open the battery cover.
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2. Insert the battery into the battery slot in
the correct position as shown in the
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following diagram:
Battery lock knob
card slot as shown in the diagram below:
The memory card (SD/SDHC) is
optional and not included in all camera
packaging. If you have to purchase a
memory card, select one with storage
capacity between 4GB and 32GB to
ensure correct data storage.
To remove your memory card, open
the battery cover, gently press the
memory card to eject it and remove it
carefully.
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4. Close the battery cover.3. Insert the memory card into the memory
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Write protection
buckle
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Charging Battery
Before charging the battery, ensure that the battery is inserted properly and the camera is off.
1. Connect the camera and the power charger using the supplied USB cable. (The plug shape
of the power charger may vary depending on the country or region. The actual item may
vary from the drawing below).
2. Insert the plug of the power charger into the wall outlet to charge the battery.
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The charger is for indoor use only.
After the battery is stored for a long period of time, use the supplied power charger to charge
the battery prior to use.
3. When the camera is turned off, you can also connect the camera to your PC using a USB
cable to charge the battery.
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Indicator lamp
Charging indicator:
Red: Charging
The indicator will go out once charging is finished.
To have maximum battery life, charge the battery for at least 4 hours the first time.
Please charge the battery indoors between 0°C and 40°C.
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Turning Camera On and Off
Symbol Description
Slide the power switch to turn on/off the
camera.
Power Switch
Press and hold the Playback button to
power on and enter Playback mode.
In the instructions below, the following
symbols may be used throughout this
manual on how to operate the camera.
This is to facilitate better understanding.
「Item properties」： The optional
properties in the
camera interface
are indicated by the
symbol「 」.
Set your Language, Date/Time
Set your Language, Date/Time after
the first power-on
1. When you turn the camera on for the
first time, the language selection screen
appears.
2. Press the arrow buttons to select your
desired language.
3. After you press the button to confirm
the selection, the Date/Time settings
screen appears.
4. Press the left/right arrow button to select
the Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is
displayed in yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to adjust
the value for the selected Date/Time.
6. Press the button to confirm the
time settings and the snapshot screen
appears.
2. Press the button, press the up/down
arrow button to select , and press the
button to enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select
, and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Language」and press the button or
right arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the arrow buttons to select your
desired language and press the
button to confirm.
6. Press the button and the snapshot
screen appears.
Resetting your Language
After you set your language for the first time,
follow the instructions below to reset your
language.
1. Turn the power switch to turn on the
camera.
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Resetting Date/Time
After you set your Date/Time for the first
time, follow the instructions below to reset
date and time.
1. Turn the power switch to turn on the
camera.
2. Press the button, press the up/down
arrow button to select , and press the
button to enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select
, and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Date & Time」and press the button
or right arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the left/right arrow button to select
the Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is
displayed in yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
6. Press the up/down arrow button to press
the value for your selected block. After
you finish your settings, press the
button to confirm.
7. Press the button and the following
snapshot screen appears.
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MODE OVERVIEW
Display Setting
Press the button to display the settings:
Classic, Full, Off.
Off: Does not display any additional icons
on screen
Classic: Displays the camera parameters on
screen
Full: Camera parameters with Grid and
Histogram
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LCD Screen Display
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Overview of the screen icons in
photo shooting mode
1 Shooting Mode Icons
Auto Mode Face Beautifier
Program AE Panorama Mode
Shutter priority Scene Mode
Aperture priority Custom Settings
Manual Mode
2 Macro Mode
3 Zoom Display (By turning the Zoom Lever)
4 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
5 Battery Status
6 White Balance (Adjustable in Mode)
7 Color Effect (Adjustable in Mode)
8 Number of remaining shots
9 Image Size
10 Video Quality
11 ISO Value
(Adjustable in Mode)
12 Remaining Recording time
13 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
(Adjustable in Mode)
14 Shutter Speed (Adjustable in Mode)
15 Histogram
16 Aperture Value (Adjustable in Mode)
17 Image stabilization
18 Focus Frame
19 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
20 AF Mode
Single-AF
Multi-AF
Object Tracking
21 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
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Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Self-timer Smile
22 Flash Mode
Force Off
Flash Auto
Force Flash
Slow Sync.
Slow Sync. + Red-Eye
Red-Eye Reduction
23 Continuous Shot
Single
Continuous Shot
3 Shots
Time-Lapse (30sec/ 1min/ 5min/
10min)
24 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
25 HDR (Adjustable in Mode)
Overview of the Screen Icons in
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Movie Mode
1 Movie Mode Icons
2 Macro Mode
3 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
Self-timer 10 sec
4 Zoom Display (by turning the Zoom Lever)
5 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
6 Battery Status
7 Color Effect
8 Video Quality
9 Remaining Recording time
10 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
11 Image stabilization
12 Focus Frame
13 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
14 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
15 AF Mode
For optimal video shooting, it is
recommended that an SDHC memory
card be used. If you shoot video using
only the camera's internal memory,
the end results may have image jitter,
noise and vastly shorter recording
times.
Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom can be
adjusted (168X in total). Digital Zoom
can be adjusted to 4X .
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Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode
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DPOF File
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File Protection
Memory space (indicating the current number
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of photos and total number of photos)
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SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory
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Battery Status
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Zoom Magnification Area
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Image Zoom Ratios
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Image Zone
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Shooting Date
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Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
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Red-Eye Reduction
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HDR
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Date Folder
Using the Mode Dial
This camera provides a convenient mode dial that allows you to manually switch between
different modes with ease. The available modes are listed below:
Mode Name Icon Description
Auto Mode
Program AE
Shutter
priority
Aperture
priority
Manual Mode Many of the camera settings can be configured manually in this mode.
Face
Beautifier
Panorama
Mode
Scene Mode
Movie Mode Record videos.
Custom
Settings
In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set
based on the subject and environment. It is the most commonly used
mode for taking pictures.
Under different scenes, the user can switch the ISO and EV value
according to personal preference, the camera can automatically set
the shutter speed and aperture value.
Setting allows you to choose a specific shutter speed so the camera
will adjust the aperture automatically to ensure correct exposure.
Allows you to choose a specific aperture and the camera will
automatically adjust the shutter speed to match it.
This mode automatically enhances facial features with skin softening
touches and eye brightening capabilities.
You can take a panoramic photo in this mode.
Choose from 12 different pre-set scene types and effects for your
photos.
The user can store the frequently used shooting modes and
parameters and switch to this mode for quick adjustment.
Auto Mode
Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While
operating in this mode, the camera automatically
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optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your
photos and videos for the best possible results.
Follow these steps:
1. Turn the power switch to turn on the camera.
2. Turn the Mode Dial to .
3. Compose your picture in the LCD screen and press
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the Shutter button halfway down to focus on the
subject.
4. The LCD screen will show a green focus frame when
the subject is in focus.
5. Press the shutter button all the way down to take
pictures.
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100 ISO
1/50
100 ISO
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Program AE
Shutter Priority
When (Program AE) mode is selected, you
can adjust the EV value and ISO value.
1. Turn the mode Dial to and press the
button to configure settings.
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-2.0 EV
100 ISO
F3.0
F3.0
1/50
1/50
100 ISO
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select
an adjustment item.
3. Press the up/down button to adjust the
parameters.
4. Press the button to engage the
settings and enter the shooting screen.
When (Shutter Priority) is selected, you
can adjust the shutter speed ,ISO value and
EV value. The camera automatically sets
the aperture value based on the shutter
speed value and ISO value to get the most
appropriate exposure value.
1. Turn the mode Dial to and press the
button to configure settings.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select
an adjustment item.
3. Press the up/down button to adjust the
parameters.
4 Press the button to confirm the
settings and enter the shooting screen.
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