Kodak PixPro AZ-251 User Manual
User Manual
BEFORE YOU START
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this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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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 eld, 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.
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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 at 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 battery uid leaks inside the camera, contact our
customer service department.
If battery uid 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.
Do not heat the battery or throw it into a re to
avoid a possible explosion.
Do not store the battery in a hot environment or in
direct sunlight.
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 les or folders of
the memory card using your PC. Modifying the le
names may cause the les to not be recognized
on the camera or a possible error may occur.
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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.
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 specied 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.
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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.
CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU START ........................... 1
SAFETY NOTES ................................... 2
CONTENTS ........................................... 5
GETTING READY ................................. 9
Accessories Included ....................................... 9
Install lens cap and neck strap ........................10
Part Names .....................................................11
Installing Battery and Memory Card ................14
Turning Camera On and Off ............................16
Symbol Description .........................................16
Set your Language, Date/Time .......................17
Set your Language, Date/Time after the
rst power-on ............................................17
Resetting your Language ..........................17
Resetting Date/Time .................................18
MODE OVERVIEW .............................. 19
Display Setting ................................................19
LCD Screen Display ........................................20
Overview of the screen icons in photo
shooting mode ..........................................20
Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie
Mode .........................................................22
Overview of the Screen Icons in
Playback Mode .........................................23
Using the Mode Dial ........................................24
Auto Mode .......................................................25
Program AE .....................................................25
Shutter Priority ................................................26
Manual Mode ..................................................26
Face Beautier ................................................27
Panorama Mode ..............................................28
Scene Mode ....................................................29
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Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) ........................32
Custom Settings ..............................................34
Landscape .......................................................35
Aperture Adjustment .................................44
Using Quick Recording ...................................44
i Button Function Menu ...................................45
BASIC OPERATION ............................. 36
Using the Zoom Function ................................36
Focus Setting ..................................................37
Macro Mode ....................................................37
Self-Timer Setting ...........................................38
Flash Mode .....................................................39
White Balance Setting .....................................40
Continuous Shot ..............................................41
EV Setting .......................................................42
Exposure Compensation ..........................42
ISO ............................................................43
Shutter Adjustment ...................................43
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PLAYBACK ........................................... 46
Viewing Photos and Videos ............................46
Thumbnail View ...............................................47
Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only) ..48
Slideshow ........................................................49
Photos and Video Deletion ..............................50
USING THE MENUS ............................ 51
Photo Setup Menu ..........................................51
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) .........51
Image Size ................................................52
OIS ............................................................52
Cont. AF ....................................................53
HDR ..........................................................53
Beauty .......................................................54
Scene ........................................................54
Photo Shooting Setting Menu .........................56
Quality .......................................................56
AF-Assist Beam ........................................57
Digital Zoom ..............................................57
Date Imprint ..............................................57
Quick Review ............................................58
Custom Settings .......................................58
Movie Menu .....................................................59
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) .........59
Video Quality ............................................60
OIS ............................................................60
Movie Setting Menu ........................................61
Digital Zoom ..............................................61
Playback Menu ................................................62
HDR ..........................................................62
Red-Eye Reduction ...................................63
Rotate .......................................................63
Resize .......................................................64
Color Effect ...............................................64
Playback Setting Menu ...................................65
Protect ......................................................65
Delete .......................................................66
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ...........67
Trim ...........................................................68
Setup Menu .....................................................69
Power Saver .............................................70
Language ..................................................70
Sound Settings .........................................70
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Zone ..........................................................71
Date/Time .................................................71
File / Software .................................................71
Format Memory ........................................71
Copy to Card .............................................72
File Numbering .........................................72
Reset ........................................................73
FW Version ...............................................73
CONNECTIONS ................................... 74
Connecting to a Computer ..............................74
Setting the USB Mode ..............................74
Transferring les to your computer ...........74
Video System ..................................................75
Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection Mode ...........76
Supported HDMI Connections ........................77
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Connecting HDMI-Ready TV ....................77
Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible
Printer ..............................................................78
Setting the USB Mode ..............................78
Connecting to your Printer ........................79
Using the PictBridge Menu ..............................80
Print (with Date) ........................................80
Print (without Date) ...................................81
Print Index .................................................82
Print DPOF Images ...................................83
Exit ............................................................83
APPENDICES ...................................... 84
Specications ..................................................84
Prompts and Warning Messages ....................88
Troubleshooting ..............................................92
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.
STOP
USB Cable
Neck Strap
Warranty Card
Service CardAA battery x 4
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM
Lens Cap With StrapQuick Start Guide
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Install lens cap and neck strap
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Part Names
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AF Assist Beam/Timer
1
Indicator
2 Flash Lamp 12 AF Button/Arrow Button (Up) 22 Continuous Capture Button
3 Microphone 13
4 Lens 14
5 LCD Screen 15
Exposure Compensation
6
Button
7 Status Indicator 17 Strap Buckles 27 Tripod Receptacle
8 i Button 18 USB Port 28 Battery Cover Buckle
9 Menu Button 19 HDMI Port 29 Battery Cover
10 Display Button 20 Zoom Lever
11 Playback Button 21 Shutter Button
Flash Button/Arrow Button
(Right)
Delete Button/Self-Timer
Button/Arrow Button (Down)
Macro Button/Arrow Button
(Left)
16 SET Button 26 Speaker
23 Fast Video Recording Button
24 Power Switch
25 Mode Dial
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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 following diagram:
as shown in the diagram below:
Write protection buckle
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.
4. Close the battery cover.3. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot
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Turning Camera On and Off
Symbol Description
Slide the power switch to turn on/off the camera.
Power Switch
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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.
[Button name]: When one button on the cam-
era cannot be indicated by an
icon, the symbol [ ] is used to
indicate it.
「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 rst
power-on
1. When you turn the camera on for the rst time, the
language selection screen appears.
2. Press the arrow buttons to select your desired
language.
3. After you press the button to conrm 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 conrm the time settings
and the snapshot screen appears.
Resetting your Language
After you set your language for the rst time, follow
the instructions below to reset your language.
1. Turn the camera on via the power switch.
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 conrm.
6. Press the button and the snapshot screen
appears.
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Resetting Date/Time
After you set your Date/Time for the rst time, follow
the instructions below to reset date and time.
1. Turn the camera on via the power switch.
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.
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6. Press the up/down arrow button to press the value
for your selected block. After you nish your
settings, press the button to conrm.
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.
Classic: Displays the camera parameters on screen
Full: Camera parameters with Grid and Histogram
Off: Does not display any additional icons on screen
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LCD Screen Display
1234
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F 400
ISO
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SD
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Overview of the screen icons in photo
shooting mode
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1 Shooting Mode Icons
Auto Mode Panorama Mode
Program AE Scene Mode
Shutter priority Custom Settings
Manual Mode Landscape
Face Beautier
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 only in Mode)
7 Color Effect (Adjustable only in Mode)
8 Number of remaining shots
9 Image Size
10 Video Quality
11 ISO Value (Adjustable only in Mode)
12 Remaining Recording time
13 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
(Adjustable only in Mode)
14 Shutter Speed (Adjustable only in Mode)
15 Histogram
16 Aperture Value (Adjustable only 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
2 sec
10 sec
Smile
22 Flash Mode
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 only in Mode)
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Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie Mode
-0.3 EV
00:56:00
00:56:00
SD
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1 Movie Mode Icons
2 Macro Mode
3 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
4 Zoom Display (by turning the Zoom Lever)
5 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
6 Battery Status
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10 sec
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.
Digital Zoom can be adjusted to 4X (100X in
total).
Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback
Mode
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SD
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1 DPOF File
2 File Protection
3 Memory space (indicating the current number of
photos and total number of photos)
4 SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory
5 Battery Status
6 Zoom Magnication Area
7 Image Zoom Ratios
8 Image Zone
9 Shooting Date
10 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
11 Red-Eye Reduction
12 HDR
13 Date Folder
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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
Manual Mode Many of the camera settings can be congured manually in this mode.
Face
Beautier
Panorama
Mode
Scene Mode Choose from 22 different pre-set scene types and effects for your photos.
Movie Mode Record videos.
Custom
Settings
Landscape For landscapes and outdoor shots. Vivid reproduction of green and blue.
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.
Setting allows you to choose the EV value and the camera will select both the shutter
speed and aperture automatically.
Setting allows you to choose a specic shutter speed so the camera will adjust the
aperture automatically to ensure correct exposure.
This mode automatically enhances facial features with skin softening touches and eye
brightening capabilities.
In this mode, up to 4 frames can be stitched together to create a single panoramic photo.
The user can store the frequently used shooting modes and parameters and switch to
this mode for quick adjustment.
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Auto Mode
Program AE
Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While
operating in this mode, the camera automatically
optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your
photos and videos for the best possible results.
Follow these steps:
1. Use the power switch to turn the camera on.
2. Switch the Mode Dial to Auto Mode ( ).
3. Compose your picture in the LCD screen and
press 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. Fully press the shutter button down to take
pictures.
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
congure 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 engage the settings and
enter the shooting screen.
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Shutter Priority
Manual Mode
When (Shutter Priority) is selected, you can adjust
the shutter speed , the EV value and ISO value.
The camera automatically sets the aperture value
based on the shutter speed value to get the most
appropriate exposure value.
1. Turn the mode dial to and press the button to
congure 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 conrm the settings and
enter the shooting screen.
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When selecting manual ( ) mode, you can set the
aperture / shutter speed manually and ISO value.
1. Turn the Mode Dial to and press the button
to congure settings.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select an
adjustment setting.
3. Press the up/down button to adjust the
parameters.
4. Press the button to conrm the settings and
enter the shooting screen.
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ISO
SD
16M
x
00:56:00
Face Beautier
In Portrait Mode, the camera is set to automatically
adjust camera exposure for realistic portrayal of skin
tones.
1. Turn the Mode Dial to select Face Beautier Mode
( ).
2. Press the button and press the up/down button
to select .
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select Face
Beautier and press the button to conrm and
return to photo shooting mode.
Beautier Mode has 3 effects:
• Effect 1: Skin Soften
• Effect 2: Skin Soften + Eye Brightening
• Effect 3: Skin Soften + Eye Brightening +
Eye Enlargement
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Panorama Mode
With Panorama Mode, you can take a series of
pictures which will be stitched automatically into a
ultra-wide panoramic picture by the camera.
Follow the steps below:
1. Turn the Mode Dial to Panorama Mode ( ) .
2. Press the arrow buttons to select a shooting
direction. (The right direction is used as default if
you do not make any choice) 2 seconds later, the
camera is ready to take pictures. You can also
press the button or half press the shutter button
to be ready to take pictures.
3. Compose the rst view of the panoramic picture
on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button to
capture the image.
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4. When you nish shooting the rst photo, two target
icons will display on the LCD screen at left and
right sides. Move the camera to the right until the
round target icon is directly positioned over the
square box. The box will turn green when they
overlap and the camera will automatically take the
next picture. Repeat the same steps for additional
shots. Up to 4 frames can be stitched together.
5. If continuous pictures are less than 4 shots, press
the button and the camera will stitch the
pictures automatically. Press the playback button
to enter playback mode to see the effect.
6. If you take 4 pictures, the camera will automatically
stitch the pictures. Press the playback button to
enter playback mode to see the effect.
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