Kodak ZD710 User Manual - Page 44

Doing more with your camera Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings PASM modes control the aperture (f-number, also known as f-stop), shutter speed, exposure compensation, and ISO. Use the Menu button to control all other settings. PASM Options White-selectable Grey-non-selectable Yellow-changeable value Red-out of range ISO Exposure compensation Shutter speed Aperture PASM mode 1 Turn the Mode dial to PASM. 2 Press to choose P, A, S, or M. 3 Press to move between settings, open a setting, or change a setting. 4 Take a picture. Aperture-(also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field. ■ Smaller f-stop numbers indicate a larger lens opening; for portraits and low-light. ■ Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject sharp; for landscapes and well-lit conditions. Shutter speed-control how long the shutter stays open. A shaking hand icon warns of slow shutter speeds. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Exposure Compensation-adjust the exposure; for controlling backlit or non-standard scenes. If a picture is light, decrease the setting; if it's dark, increase it. ISO speed-control sensitivity to light. If you can't use a flash, increase the ISO. 3200 available only at 1.2, 2.1, and 2.2 MP. Higher ISO can produce unwanted "noise." 38 www.kodak.com/go/support