Kodak EasyShare Z8612 IS
digital camera
Extended user guide
For interactive tutorials, visit www.kodak.com/go/howto
For help with your camera, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support
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Product features
Back view
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LCD
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DC-In, for optional 3V AC adapter
Battery compartment
Info, Review, Delete, Menu buttons
Power button
Share button
, OK
10 Tripod socket
Slot for optional SD or SDHC card
USB, A/V Out
11 Dock connector
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Attaching the strap .......................................................................................1
Loading the battery.......................................................................................1
Turning on the camera ..................................................................................2
Setting the language, date/time.....................................................................2
2 Taking pictures/videos ...........................................................................4
Taking a picture ............................................................................................4
Capture modes .............................................................................................6
Using optical zoom .......................................................................................8
Taking flash pictures .....................................................................................9
Using focus modes......................................................................................10
Taking self-timer pictures ............................................................................11
Taking burst pictures...................................................................................12
Taking panoramic pictures...........................................................................13
3 Working with pictures/videos ..............................................................15
Reviewing pictures/videos ...........................................................................15
Deleting pictures/videos ..............................................................................17
Using the menu button in Review................................................................18
Adding sound tags......................................................................................19
Cropping pictures........................................................................................20
Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology ........................................................20
Editing videos .............................................................................................21
Running a slide show..................................................................................23
Viewing pictures/videos in different ways.....................................................26
Selecting multiple pictures/videos ................................................................27
Copying pictures/videos...............................................................................27
Understanding the review icons...................................................................28
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Table of contents
Using the Menu button to change settings ..................................................29
Using PASM modes.....................................................................................35
Sharing your pictures...................................................................................38
Installing the software.................................................................................42
Printing pictures..........................................................................................44
6 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................47
7 Getting help ........................................................................................52
Helpful links................................................................................................52
8 Appendix .............................................................................................54
Camera specifications .................................................................................54
Storage capacities.......................................................................................57
Upgrading your software and firmware........................................................57
Important safety instructions .......................................................................57
Battery life ..................................................................................................58
Care and maintenance ................................................................................59
Limited warranty.........................................................................................59
Regulatory compliance ................................................................................61
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1 Setting up your camera
Attaching the strap
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2
Loading the battery
Kodak lithium digital
camera battery CRV3
(non-rechargeable)
Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable
digital camera battery
KLIC-8000 (rechargeable)
2 AA lithium (non-rechargeable)
Alkaline batteries are NOT
compatible.
To extend battery life, see page 58.
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Setting up your camera
Turning on the camera
The flash opens automatically.
Note: After you turn off
the camera, carefully push
down the flash to close it.
Setting the language, date/time
Language:
to change
to accept
OK
Date/Time:
to change
for previous/next field
to accept
OK
NOTE: To change the date/time and language in the future, use the Menu button (see page 33).
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Setting up your camera
Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC card
Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or SDHC card to store
NOTE: To choose a storage location for pictures and videos, see page 32.
Turn off the
camera before
inserting or
removing a
card.
CAUTION:
A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause
damage. Inserting or removing a card when the Ready light is
blinking may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.
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2 Taking pictures/videos
Taking a picture
1
2
Press the Shutter
button halfway to
lock the focus.
When the framing
marks turn green,
press the Shutter
button completely
down.
Smart Scene mode
Framing
marks
NOTE: For more information on Smart Scene and other modes, see page 6.
Press
to turn on/off status icons (see page 14) and histogram (see page 37). For more
information on framing marks, see page 5.
Taking a video
Press the Shutter
button completely
down and release.
2
1
To stop recording,
press and release
the Shutter
button again.
Video mode
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Taking pictures/videos
Reviewing the picture/video just taken
dismiss the quickview sooner, press the Shutter button halfway.)
The picture is saved
unless you press
the Delete button.
Delete
Play a video
To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 15.
Using the framing marks to take pictures
Framing marks indicate the camera focus area. The camera attempts to focus on
foreground subjects, even if they’re not centered in the scene.
1 Press the Shutter button halfway.
When the subject is in focus, the framing marks turn green. If the camera is not
focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks disappear), release the Shutter
button and recompose the scene.
2 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.
NOTE: Framing marks do not appear in some SCN (scene) and Video modes. When you use AF Zone and
set Center Zone, the framing marks are fixed at Center Wide.
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Taking pictures/videos
Capture modes
Choose the mode that best suits
your subjects and surroundings.
Capture mode
For
Smart Scene
General picture taking —offers an excellent balance of image
halfway, faces are detected, the scene is analyzed, and the best
settings are applied.
Program
More creative control. (See page 35).
P
A
S
M
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual
High ISO
People in low-light scenes.
ISO
SCN
Scene
Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under special
conditions. (See page 6.)
Panorama
Video
“Stitching” 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See
page 13.)
Video with sound. (See page 4.)
Scene modes
1 Turn the Mode dial to Scene
2 Press to display Scene modes.
3 Press OK to choose a Scene mode.
.
SCN mode
Portrait
For
Full-frame portraits of people.
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SCN mode
Sport
For
Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. The camera pre-settings
are Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering and Multi-Zone Focus.
Landscape
Far-away scenes. The camera uses infinity auto-focus. Auto-focus framing
marks are not available in Landscape.
Night Portrait Reducing red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the
camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.
Night
Landscape
Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat,
steady surface or use a tripod.
Snow
Bright snow scenes.
Beach
Text
Bright beach scenes.
Documents. Focus is set to Macro Focus.
Fireworks
Bright, colorful light displays. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat,
steady surface or use a tripod.
Flower
Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Focus is set to
Macro Focus.
Manner/
Museum
Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are disabled.
Self-Portrait Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Stage
People on a lit stage. Fast shutter speed, high ISO. Flash and sounds are off.
Subjects that are in shadow or “backlit” (when light is behind the subject).
Backlight
Candle light Capturing the ambiance of candle light.
Sunset Capturing the deep hues seen at sunset.
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Taking pictures/videos
Using optical zoom
Use optical zoom to get up to 12X closer to your subject before taking
pictures/videos.
1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. For focus
distances, see Camera specifications, page 54.
2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle
(W) to zoom out.
3 Take the picture/video.
NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:
Digital
zoom
range
Optical
zoom
range
■ Use the auto focus framing marks, page 4.
■ As you zoom in, move away from your subject.
Focus distance
W
T
D
24 in. (60 cm)–infinity @ wide
3.9 ft (1.2m)–infinity @ telephoto
Auto
Macro
4.7–23.7 in. (12–60 cm) @ wide
2–4.3 ft (0.6–1.3m) @ telephoto
NOTE: For Focus modes,
see page 10.
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X beyond optical zoom while taking pictures.
NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the zoom indicator
turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-in. (10 x 15 cm) print.
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Taking pictures/videos
Taking flash pictures
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows.
The flash opens when you turn on the camera.
Press the Flash
button repeatedly to scroll
through flash modes. (See flash modes below.)
Flash-to-subject distance in Smart Scene mode
Wide angle
Telephoto
1.6–25.6 ft (0.5–7.8m)
3.9–14.4 ft (1.2–4.4 m)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash fires
When the lighting conditions require it.
Off
Fill
Never.
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.
Red-eye
If Red-eye Pre-flash is turned off If Red-eye Pre-flash is turned on (in the
(in the Setup menu): the flash Setup menu): the flash fires once so the
fires once and the camera
automatically corrects red-eye then fires again when the picture is
in the picture. taken.
To turn the Red-eye Pre-flash feature on/off, see page 33.
eyes become accustomed to the flash,
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Taking pictures/videos
Using focus modes
1 In most Still modes, press the Focus
button:
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■
■
Once for Macro (close-up)
Again for Landscape (infinity)
Again to return to normal Auto Focus
2 Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button
halfway, then completely down.
Focus mode
Description
Normal AF Focus setting for general picture-taking.
To gain sharpness and detail in pictures at close range. Use available light
instead of flash, if possible.) Camera automatically sets the focus distance
depending on the zoom position:
Wide angle: 4.7–23.7 in. (12–60 cm)
Telephoto: 2–4.3 ft (0.6–1.3m)
Macro
To gain sharpness of distant scenes. Camera uses infinity auto-focus.
Auto-focus framing marks are not available in Landscape.
Infinity
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Taking pictures/videos
Taking self-timer pictures
Use the self-timer when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady
Shutter button press.
1 Place the camera on a tripod or flat surface. In most
Still modes, press the Self-timer/Burst button
:
■
■
■
Once for a 10-second delay (so you have time
to get into the scene)
Again for a 2-second delay (for a steady,
auto-shutter release on a tripod)
Again for 2-shot (one picture taken after 10
seconds and another picture taken 8 seconds
later)
2 Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button
halfway, then completely down.
The picture is taken after the delay. To cancel the
Self-timer before the picture is taken, press the
Self-timer/Burst button, or press the Shutter button
completely down.
Use the same procedure to use the self-timer in Video mode, but:
■ Turn the Mode dial to Video
.
■ Press the Shutter button completely down.
NOTE: The video stops when no storage space remains. Only the 2- and 10-second options are available in
video mode.
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Taking pictures/videos
Taking burst pictures
1 In most Still modes, press the Self-timer/Burst
button until the desired Burst mode
appears. (See table, below.)
NOTE: Burst is unavailable in Portrait, Night Portrait, Night
Landscape, Backlight, Fireworks, and
Panorama modes.
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set
exposure.
3 Press the Shutter button completely down and
hold it to take pictures.
The camera stops taking pictures when you release the
Shutter button, when the pictures are taken, or when
there is no more storage space.
NOTE: During quickview, you can delete all pictures in the burst
series. To delete selectively, do so in Review (see page 17).
Mode Icon
Description
Purpose
First
Burst
Camera takes up to 4 pictures while the Shutter Capture an expected
button is pressed.
event.
Example:
A person swinging a
golf club.
Last
Burst
Camera takes up to 30 pictures while the Shutter Capture an event when
button is pressed. When the Shutter button is the precise timing is
released, only the last 4 pictures are saved.
uncertain.
Example:
A child blowing out
birthday candles.
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Taking pictures/videos
Taking panoramic pictures
Use panorama to “stitch” up to 3 pictures into a panoramic scene.
1 Place the camera on a tripod or flat surface. Turn the Mode dial to Panorama
.
2 Press
to highlight Panorama Left-Right or Panorama Right-Left (depending
on the direction you want to pan), then press the OK button.
3 Take the first picture.
After a quickview, the LCD displays the liveview and an “overlay” from the first picture.
4 Compose the second picture. Make the overlay from the first picture cover the
same portion in the new picture. (You can press the Delete button to delete all
pictures and re-take them.)
5 If you are taking only 2 pictures, press the OK button to stitch them together.
After you take 3 pictures, the pictures are automatically stitched together.
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3
1
Take 2 or 3 pictures.
Get 1 panoramic picture.
NOTE: Individual pictures are not saved, even if panorama capture is cancelled before stitching occurs.
(Picture size is set to 4.8 MP for each picture. Exposure Compensation, White Balance, Exposure
Metering, AF Zone, AF Control, Color Mode, and Sharpness are set with the first picture. The flash is
set to Off.) You can use the self-timer (2- and 10-second delays) while taking panoramic pictures.
See page 11.
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Taking pictures/videos
Understanding the picture-taking icons
Status icons indicate mode, feature, and camera status.
Self-timer/Burst
Exposure bracketing
Picture size
Date stamp
Flash mode
Focus mode
Pictures/time remaining
Storage location
Capture mode
Zoom indicator
Auto focus control
White balance
Focus zone
Histogram
Exposure metering
Image Stabilizer
Low battery
Aperture
ISO speed
Shutter speed
Flash compensation
Exposure compensation
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3 Working with pictures/videos
Reviewing pictures/videos
Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures/videos. Press Review
again to exit.
1 Press the Review button.
2 Press
to view previous/next picture/video.
Review
NOTE: Pictures taken at the 3:2 and 16:9 aspect ratios (see page 29)
do not fill the LCD.
Magnifying a picture during review
magnify 2X - 8X
W/T
OK
view other parts of the picture
return to 1X
NOTE: If you press the W button while at 1X, the view changes from single-picture to multi-up thumbnails.
(See page 26.)
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Working with pictures/videos
Playing a video
1 Press the Review button.
Playback speed
4X 2X
1X
2X 4X
Forward
2 Press
to locate previous/next video.
to play a video.
Reverse
3 Press
■
■
Press
to adjust the volume.
Press OK to pause/unpause.
■
■
Press during playback to play at 2X speed;
press again for 4X.
Press
during playback to reverse at 2X
speed; press again for 4X.
Viewing picture/video information
1 Press the Review button.
2 Repeatedly press the Info
button to turn on/off status icons and picture/video
info.
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Deleting pictures/videos
1 Press the Review button.
2 Press
to find a picture/video.
3 Press the Delete button.
4 Follow the screen prompts.
Using the undo delete feature
If you accidentally delete a picture/video, use Undo Delete to retrieve it. This feature is
available only immediately after you delete a picture/video in Review mode (when the
Undo Delete option appears).
1 Press
to highlight Undo Delete.
2 Press OK.
The deleted picture/video appears.
3 Select Exit to exit the Delete menu.
Protecting pictures/videos from deletion
1 Press the Review button.
2 Press
3 Press the Menu button.
4 Press to highlight Protect, then press OK.
to find a picture/video.
The Protect icon
appears with the protected picture/video.
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
CAUTION:
Formatting internal memory or an SD or SDHC card deletes all
(including protected) pictures/videos. (Formatting internal
memory also deletes email addresses and tag names.)
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Working with pictures/videos
Using the menu button in Review
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button.
2 Press
to choose a tab:
■
Review to view pictures/videos
Edit to edit pictures/videos
■
■
Setup for other camera settings
3 Press
to highlight a setting, then press the OK button.
4 Choose an option, then press the OK button.
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Working with pictures/videos
Adding sound tags
You can record a voice or sound (up to 1 minute long) to a picture.
NOTE: Only one sound tag can be added to each picture (not to videos).
Recording a sound tag
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a picture.
2 Press the Menu button, then
to highlight the Edit tab.
3 Choose Sound Tag, then press OK.
4 Choose Record, then press OK. Follow the screen prompts.
The sound tag is applied to your picture.
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Playing a sound tag
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a
sound-tagged picture.
2 Press
to play the sound tag.
to adjust the volume.
3 Press
4 Press OK to stop playback.
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Cropping pictures
You can crop a picture so that only the desired portion of the picture remains. (You
cannot crop these pictures: panoramic, video action prints, pictures from a video, or
pictures that are already cropped.)
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a
picture.
2 Press the Menu button, then
to highlight the
Picture
Cropped picture
Edit tab.
3 Press
to highlight Crop. Press the OK button.
4 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in, or
to move the crop box. Press OK.
5 Follow the screen prompts.
The picture is cropped. The original is saved. (Cropped pictures cannot be cropped
again.)
■ Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology
Kodak Perfect Touch technology helps ensure better, brighter pictures.
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a picture.
2 Press the Menu button, then
to highlight the Edit tab.
3 Press
to highlight Perfect Touch tech. Press the OK button.
The enhancement is previewed in a split screen. Press
picture.
to view other parts of the
4 Press OK. Follow the screen prompts to replace the original picture or to save the
enhanced picture as a new one.
NOTE: You cannot enhance previously enhanced or panorama pictures, or videos.
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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Editing videos
Making a picture from a video
You can choose a single frame from a video, then make a picture suitable for printing.
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a video.
to highlight the
2 Press the Menu button, then
Edit tab.
3 Press
to highlight Make Picture, then press
to play the video. (Press the OK button
Picture
Video
the OK button.
4 Press
to pause). Press
frames.
to navigate through video
5 Press OK to select a video frame, then press
6 Follow the screen prompts.
.
A picture is created. (The original video is saved.)
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Trimming a video
You can delete an unwanted portion from the beginning or end of a video.
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a video.
to highlight the
2 Press the Menu button, then
Edit tab.
3 Press
to highlight Trim. Press the OK button.
Video
Trimmed video
4 Follow the screen prompts.
The video is trimmed. (You can save it as a new video
or replace the original.)
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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Using video bookmarks
You can set bookmarks at interesting places in your video, then jump from one
bookmark to another.
Setting bookmarks
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a video.
to choose the
2 Press the Menu button, then
Edit tab. Choose Bookmark, then press OK.
3 Press to add bookmarks. When finished
adding up to 9 bookmarks, press
.
■
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Using bookmarks
1 Press the Review button, then
2 Press to play the video. To jump to the first
bookmark, press and hold for 4 seconds
to find a video.
while the video is playing.
■
■
After you jump to a bookmark, press
jump to other bookmarks.
to
To view all bookmarked video frames, press the
Zoom wide angle (W) button. To return to
normal view, press the telephoto (T) button.
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Working with pictures/videos
Making a video action print
From a video, you can make a 4-, 9-, or 16-up picture, suitable for a 4 x 6-inch
(10 x 15 cm) print.
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a video.
to highlight the
2 Press the Menu button, then
Edit tab.
3 Press
to highlight Action Print. Press the OK
4-, 9-, or
16-up picture
Video
button. Choose an option, then press the OK
button:
■ Auto options: The camera includes the first and last frames, then 2, 7, or 14
equally spaced frames.
■ Manual: You choose the first and last frames; the camera chooses 2, 7, or 14
equally spaced frames.
■ Use Bookmarks: Bookmarked frames are used.
A 4-, 9-, or 16-up picture is created. If you have less than 4 or 9 bookmarks,
equally-spaced video frames are used.
■ Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Running a slide show
Use Slide Show to display your pictures/videos on the LCD.
Starting the slide show
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Slide Show, then press the OK button.
to highlight Begin Show, then press the OK button.
3 Press
The slide show begins.
To interrupt the Slide Show, press the OK button.
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Working with pictures/videos
Changing the slide show display interval
You can set the display interval from 3–60 seconds.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press
to highlight Interval, then press the OK
button.
2 Select a display interval. To scroll through the seconds quickly, press and hold
.
3 Press the OK button.
The interval setting remains until you change it.
Running a continuous slide show loop
When you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press
to highlight Loop, then press the OK
button.
2 Press
to highlight On, then press the OK button.
to highlight Begin Show, then press the OK button.
3 Press
The slide show repeats until you press the OK button or battery power is exhausted.
Running a multimedia slide show
Multimedia Slide Show is similar to Slide Show, but also offers music and visual
effects. First, select 2-20 pictures (see page 27). Then:
1 Press the Review button.
2 Press the Menu button, then
to highlight the Review
tab. Highlight
Multimedia Slide Show, then press the OK button.
3 Press to highlight a choice (Begin Show, Music, Effect, Play Order), then
press the OK button.
Each picture is displayed once. To interrupt the slide show, press the OK button. After
the slide show plays, you may save or modify it.
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Working with pictures/videos
Displaying pictures/videos on a television
You can display pictures/videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device
equipped with a video input. To connect the camera to a television, use an A/V cable
(may be sold separately).
For a true HDTV experience on your television, dock your camera on the Kodak
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Working with pictures/videos
Viewing pictures/videos in different ways
Viewing as thumbnails (multi-up)
1 Press the Review button.
2 Press the Zoom Wide Angle (W) button to change from single-picture view to
multi-up thumbnails.
3 Press Telephoto (T) to return to single-picture view.
■
To select multiple pictures/videos, see page 27.
Press the Review button to exit Review.
■
Searching pictures by date, favorites, or other tag
If you have many pictures on your camera or card, you can sort them so that only
some are visible at a time. You can sort by the date a picture was taken or—if you’ve
tagged pictures with a favorites tag or a tag that you created—you can sort by tag.
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button.
2 Press
3 Press
4 Press
to highlight Search, then press OK.
to highlight the Date, Favorite, or Tag tab, then
to select a folder.
to highlight a folder, then press OK. (If you chose a Month/Year folder,
press OK to see the Day folders.) When you are finished choosing tabs and folders,
highlight Exit and press OK.
5 To see the results of your search, highlight Save, then press OK.
Pictures are displayed in multi-up view. Press
to view them. Press the Telephoto
(T) button to view the picture full-screen. Press the Wide Angle (W) button to return to
multi-up view.
■
■
■
Press the Review button to exit Review. (The search is discarded.)
For more about tags, see page 38.
To select multiple pictures/videos, see page 27.
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Working with pictures/videos
Selecting multiple pictures/videos
Use the multi-select feature when you have two or more pictures/videos to print,
copy, or delete. (Multi-select can also be used in Multi-Up mode, page 26.)
1 Press the Review button, then
to find a
picture/video.
2 Press the OK button to select pictures/videos.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the desired
pictures/videos are selected.
Selected
pictures
A check mark appears on the picture. You can now
print, copy, or delete the selected pictures. You can
press OK a second time to remove a check mark.
Copying pictures/videos
You can copy pictures/videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory
to a card.
NOTE: Before you copy, make sure that a card is inserted in the camera.
Copy pictures/videos:
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Copy, then press the OK button.
to highlight an option.
3 Press
4 Press the OK button.
NOTE: Pictures/videos are copied, not moved. To remove pictures/videos from the original location after
copying, delete them (see page 17).
Protection settings are not copied. To apply protection to a picture/video, see page 17.
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Working with pictures/videos
Understanding the review icons
Pictures
Print tag
Email tag
Protected
Picture number
Favorite tag
Image storage location
Review mode
Selected picture
Perfect Touch tech.
Tag
Low battery
Scroll arrows
Videos
Video length
Email tag
Protected
Video number
Image storage location
Review mode
Selected picture
Tag
Scroll arrows
Low battery
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4 Doing more with your camera
Using the Menu button to change settings
NOTE: Some settings remain until you change them; others remain until you turn off the camera.
1 Press the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight a menu tab:
■ Capture for the most common picture-taking settings.
■ Capture + for other picture-taking settings. Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.
■ Setup for other camera settings.
3 Press
to highlight a setting, then press the OK button.
4 Choose an option, then press the OK button.
NOTE: Press the Info button
offer limited settings.
for information about camera settings and options. Some capture modes
Press Menu,
,
, Capture Options
and OK to access settings
Picture Size
Choose a picture resolution.
8.0 MP (4:3)—Highest resolution, largest file size
7.1 MP (3:2)—For EasyShare printer docks, photo printers
6.0 MP (16:9)—HDTV format
5.0 MP (4:3)—Medium resolution and file size
3.1 MP (4:3)—Smaller resolution and file size
2.2 MP (3:2)—For EasyShare printer docks, photo printers
2.1 MP (16:9)—HDTV format
1.2 MP (4:3)—For emailing, Internet, or conserving space
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Doing more with your camera
Press Menu, , Capture Options
,
and OK to access settings
Video Size
VGA 640 x 480—higher quality, larger file size (80-min.
Available only in Video mode.
maximum video)
QVGA 320 x 240—lower quality, smaller file size (80-min.
maximum video)
Color Mode
Choose color tones.
High Color
Natural Color
Low Color
Black & White
Sepia
NOTE: EasyShare software also lets you change a color picture to
black-and-white or sepia.
Unavailable in Video mode.
AF Control
Choose an auto-focus setting.
Available only in SCN, PASM, and
Video modes.
Continuous AF—because the camera is always focusing,
there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down
to focus.
Single AF—uses TTL-AF (through-the-lens auto focus)
when the Shutter button is pressed halfway down.
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Doing more with your camera
Using the Capture + menu
Press Menu,
Capture + Options (Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.)
,
,
and OK to access settings
White Balance
Auto—automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for
Choose your lighting condition.
general picture taking.
Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.
Daylight—for pictures in natural lighting.
Tungsten—corrects the orange cast of household
light bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or
halogen lighting without flash.
Fluorescent—corrects the green cast of fluorescent
lighting. Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent
lighting without flash.
Open Shade—for pictures in shade in natural
lighting.
Exposure Metering
Evaluate light levels at specific
areas of a scene.
Multi-pattern—evaluates lighting conditions
throughout the image to give an optimum picture
exposure. Ideal for general picture taking.
Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.
Center-weighted—evaluatesthelightingconditions
of the subject centered in the LCD. Ideal for backlit
subjects.
Center-Spot—similar to Center-weighted, except
the metering is concentrated on a smaller area of the
subject centered in the LCD.
Sharpness
High
Control picture sharpness.
Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.
Normal
Low
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Capture + Options (Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.)
Press Menu,
and OK to access settings
,
,
AF Zone
Multi-zone—evaluates 5 zones to give an even
Select a large or concentrated
area of focus.
Available only in PASM and
Panorama modes.
picture focus. Ideal for general picture taking.
Center-zone—evaluates the small area centered in
the LCD. Ideal when precise focus of a specific area in
the picture is needed.
Exposure Bracketing Interval Off
Choose the difference in exposure +/- 0.3 EV
compensation while using
exposure bracketing.
Available only in PASM mode.
+/- 0.7 EV
+/- 1.0 EV
See page 37.
Using the Setup menu
Press Menu,
,
, Setup Options
and OK to access settings
LCD Brightness
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Image Storage
Auto—the camera uses the card if one is in the camera. If
Choose a storage location for
pictures/videos.
not, the camera uses internal memory.
Internal Memory—the camera uses internal memory,
even if a card is installed.
Quickview
Show a picture/video as soon as it
is taken.
On
Off
Date Stamp
Choose a date option, or turn off the feature.
Imprint the date on pictures.
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Press Menu,
,
, Setup Options
and OK to access settings
Set Tag
Assign tag names to
pictures/videos. Select tag
name(s) before you take pictures
or videos. Then, new pictures/
videos are assigned that tag
name(s).
Clear All
Add Tag
Delete Tag
Exit
Tag Name 1
Tag Name 2
See page 41.
On
Capture Frame Grid
Use the frame grid to divide the Off
LCD screen into thirds, vertically
and horizontally.
Red-eye Pre-flash
On
Choose if the Red-eye flash fires Off
automatically before a picture is
taken.
NOTE: The camera automatically
corrects red-eye when the
Red-eye Pre-flash is set to Off.
Image Stabilizer
Continuous—Image stabilization occurs continuously.
Choose how image stabilization
occurs.
Single—Image stabilization occurs when the Shutter
button is pressed halfway down.
Off—Image stabilization is off.
Camera Sounds
Choose sound effects.
Theme—applies the same sound effect set to all functions.
Individual—choose a sound effect for each function.
Choose date/time format; set date/time.
Choose a language.
Date & Time
Language
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Doing more with your camera
Press Menu, , Setup Options
,
and OK to access settings
Advanced Digital Zoom
Continuous—Zooming is continuous between optical and
Zoom using optical, then digital digital zoom.
zoom.
Pause—Zooming pauses at the optical zoom maximum.
To use digital zoom, release then press the Telephoto (T)
zoom button.
None—Digital zoom is off.
Orientation Sensor
For pictures—On, On Transfer, Off
Orient pictures so that they are
displayed with the correct side up.
For video—On, off.
Sound Volume
Auto Power Off
Off, Low, Medium, High
10 minutes
Choose inactivity time until
camera turns off.
5 minutes
3 minutes
1 minute
Video Out
NTSC—used in North America and Japan.
Choose the regional setting for
connecting to a television or other
external device.
PAL—used in Europe and China.
Reset Camera
Format
Reset settings to their defaults.
Memory Card—deletes everything on the card; formats
the card.
CAUTION:
Cancel—exits without making a change.
Formatting deletes all
pictures/videos, including
those that are protected.
Internal Memory—deletes everything in internal
memory including email addresses, tag names, and
favorites; formats the internal memory.
About
View camera information.
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Doing more with your camera
Using the framing grid to compose a picture
The framing grid divides the LCD into thirds—vertically and horizontally. This is
helpful if, for example, you want to balance a picture between water, earth, and sky.
To turn on/off the framing grid, see page 33.
Using PASM modes
Use PASM modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.
Mode
When to use
Press
control
to
Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting Exposure compensation (how
with full access to all menu options. The camera much light enters the camera),
P
automatically sets the shutter speed and
flash compensation, and ISO
Program
aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting. speed
Aperture, exposure
compensation, and ISO speed
Use Aperture Priority mode to control depth of
field (the range of sharpness). The aperture
setting may be affected by optical zoom.
A
Aperture
Priority
Shutter Priority mode is primarily used to
prevent blur when your subject is moving. The compensation, flash
camera automatically sets the aperture for
proper exposure. (To prevent blur, use a tripod
for slow shutter speeds.)
Shutter speed, exposure
S
Shutter
Priority
compensation, and ISO speed
Manual mode offers the highest level of creative Aperture, shutter speed, flash
control. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow compensation, and ISO speed
shutter speeds.)
M
Manual
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 34) to reset P, A, S, or M mode to its default setting.
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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, flash compensation, and ISO. Use the Menu button to
control all other settings.
ISO speed
Aperture
Flash compensation
Shutter speed
Exposure compensation
1 Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
2 Press
to access available settings:
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; good for low-light.
■ Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject
sharp; good 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. If the picture is too light, decrease
the setting; if it’s too dark, increase the setting.
Flash Compensation—adjust flash brightness.
ISO—adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity.
NOTE: A higher ISO may produce unwanted “noise” in a picture. ISO 3200 available only in 2.2 and lower
picture sizes.
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Doing more with your camera
Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness
In P and Panorama modes, you can adjust exposure compensation before you take a
picture to make your pictures darker or lighter. Only the first picture in Panorama
mode can be adjusted—that adjustment is applied to the remaining pictures.
1 Press
to decrease exposure compensation.
to increase exposure compensation.
2 Press
An exposure compensation level is shown on the LCD and the image gets darker or lighter.
3 Take the picture when you are satisfied with the exposure compensation level.
Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing
In PASM modes, you can use exposure compensation in conjunction with exposure
bracketing to get the best exposure.
If the exposure
compensation is
set to:
Then the
exposures
taken are:
And if the exposure bracketing
interval is set to 0.3 steps:
0.0
–0.3, 0.0, +0.3
+1.0
–1.0
Set the Exposure bracketing in the Setup menu. +0.7, +1.0, +1.3
–1.3, –1.0, –0.7
Using the histogram to view picture brightness
Use the histogram to evaluate the distribution of light before or after you take a
picture. Optimal exposure is achieved when the peak is in the middle of the
histogram. The flash may affect a picture’s light and shadow. To turn on the histogram
in Capture mode or in Review, press the Info button until the histogram appears.
Dark picture
Balanced picture
Bright picture
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Doing more with your camera
Sharing your pictures
Press the Share button to tag your pictures and videos. When they are transferred to
your computer, you can share them. Use the Share button:
■ Any time. (The most recent picture/video taken is then displayed.)
■ After pressing the Review button.
Tagging pictures for printing
1 Press the Share button. Press
to locate a picture.
2 Press
to highlight Print
, then press the OK button.*
3 Press
to select the number of copies (0-99).
Optional: You can apply a print quantity to other pictures with the print quantity
quantity. Repeat until the desired print quantity is applied to pictures.
4 Press the OK button.
The Print icon
appears in the status area.
5 Press the Share button to exit the menu.
* To remove print tagging for all pictures in the storage location, highlight Cancel
Prints, then press the OK button.
Printing tagged pictures
When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare
software print screen opens. For details, click the Help button in EasyShare software.
For more information on printing from your computer, printer dock, PictBridge
enabled printer, or card, see page 44.
NOTE: For the best 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints, set the camera to a 3:2 picture size. (See page 29.)
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Doing more with your camera
Tagging pictures/videos for emailing
First—on your computer
Use the on-screen keyboard to create an email address.
Second—tag pictures/videos on your camera
1 Press the Share button. Press
to find a picture/video.
to highlight Email, then press the OK button.
to highlight an email address, then press the OK button.
to scroll through
2 Press
3 Press
To tag other pictures/videos with the same address, press
them. When the picture you want is displayed, press the OK button.
To send the pictures/videos to more than one address, repeat step 3.
Selected addresses are checked.
To remove a selection, highlight a checked address and press the OK button. To
remove all email selections, highlight Clear All.
4 Press
to highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
The Email icon
appears in the status area.
5 Press the Share button to exit the menu.
NOTE: To add an email address, use the Add Email menu choice. Then use the on-camera keyboard.
Third—transfer and email
When you transfer the tagged pictures/videos to your computer, EasyShare software
prompts you to send the pictures/videos. For details, see Help in EasyShare software.
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Doing more with your camera
Tagging pictures as favorites
Want to keep copies of your favorite pictures on your camera?
1. Tag pictures 1 Press the Review button. Press
to find a picture.
as favorites
2 Press the Menu button, highlight Favorite, then press the OK button.
The Favorite icon
the OK button again.
appears in the status area. To remove the tag, press
2. View
favorites on
your camera
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button.
2 Use the Search feature.
Printing and emailing favorites
1 Press the Review button, then
2 Press the Menu button.
to find a picture.
3 Highlight Print or Email, then press the OK button.
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Doing more with your camera
Tagging pictures/videos
Use the Tag feature to create tag names and assign them to pictures/videos.
First—create tags names
1 Press the Review button. Press
to find a picture/video.
2 Press the Menu button. Press
to highlight Tag, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight Add Tag, then press the OK button.
4 Use the on-screen keyboard to create a tag name.
Second—assign tags
1 Press the Review button, then find a picture/video.
2 Press the Menu button.
3 Press
to highlight Tag, then press the OK button.
4 Press
to highlight a Tag name, then press the OK button.
To tag other pictures, press
to scroll through the pictures. When the desired
picture is displayed, press the OK button.
The tag name appears with the picture. A plus (+) means the picture has more than one
tag.
Third—transfer to your computer
When you transfer the tagged pictures/videos to your computer, EasyShare software
opens and categorizes your pictures/videos with the appropriate tags.
Pre-tagging
Use the Set Tag feature to pre-select tag names before you take pictures/videos. Then,
all the pictures/videos you take are tagged with those tag names.
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5 Transferring and printing
pictures
Installing the software
CAUTION:
Install EasyShare software before connecting the camera to the
computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load
incorrectly.
1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer (including
anti-virus software).
2 Place the EasyShare software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Load the software:
Windows OS—if the install window does not appear, choose Run from the Start
menu and type d:\setup.exe where d is the drive letter that contains the CD.
Mac OS X—double-click the CD icon on the desktop, then click the Install icon.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
NOTE: When prompted, take few minutes to electronically register your camera and software. To register
.
5 If prompted, restart the computer. If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back
on. See the anti-virus software manual for details.
For software help, click the Help button in EasyShare software.
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Transferring and printing pictures
Transferring pictures with the USB cable
1
2
Turn off the camera.
Connect the USB cable (U-8).
3 Turn on the camera.
Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer and
prompts you through the transfer process.
Also available for transferring
You can also use a Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock (see page 44) to
transfer your pictures and videos. Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of
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Transferring and printing pictures
Printing pictures
Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer or printer dock
Kodak EasyShare all-in-one printer—Connect your camera to a Kodak
EasyShare all-in-one printer and print directly—with or without a computer.
Kodak EasyShare printer dock—Dock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare
printer dock and print directly—with or without a computer.
Purchase this and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit
Direct printing with an EasyShare all-in-one printer
Your camera is compatible with PictBridge technology, so you can print directly to
PictBridge enabled printers. You need:
■ Camera with fully charged batteries
■ PictBridge enabled printer
■ USB cable (may be sold separately)
Connecting the camera to an EasyShare all-in-one printer
1 Turn off the camera and printer.
2 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer. (See your
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Transferring and printing pictures
Printing from an EasyShare all-in-one printer
1 Turn on the printer. Turn on the camera.
The PictBridge logo is displayed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no
pictures are found, a message is displayed.) If the menu interface turns off, press any
button to redisplay it.
2 Press
to choose a printing option, then press the OK button.
to choose a picture. Choose the number of copies.
Current Picture—Press
Print Tagged—If your printer is capable, print pictures that you tagged for
printing and choose a print size.
Index Print—Print thumbnails of all pictures. This option requires one or more
sheets of paper. If the printer is capable, choose a print size.
All Pictures—Print all pictures in internal memory, on a card, or in Favorites.
Choose the number of copies.
Image Storage—Access internal memory, a card, or Favorites.
NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer.
Disconnecting the camera from an EasyShare all-in-one printer
1 Turn off the camera and printer.
2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.
Using a printer that is not PictBridge enabled
For details on printing pictures from your computer, click the Help button in EasyShare
software.
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Transferring and printing pictures
Ordering prints online
offered in the Kodak EasyShare software. You can easily:
■ Upload your pictures.
■ Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures.
■ Store pictures, and share them with family and friends.
■ Order high-quality prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums—and have
them delivered to your door.
Printing from an optional SD/SDHC card
■ Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer with
an SD/SDHC card slot. See your printer user’s guide for details.
■ Make prints at an SD/SDHC card-capable Kodak picture maker/picture kiosk.
■ Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing.
Dock compatibility for your camera
To see which EasyShare printer docks are compatible with your camera, visit
Purchase camera docks, printer docks, and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak
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6 Troubleshooting
Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.
Camera problems
If
Try one or more of the following
Camera does not
turn on.
■ Install new batteries (see page 1).
■ Charge rechargeable batteries.
Camera does not
turn off.
■ Remove the battery, then reinsert or replace it. If the camera still does
Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.
Flash is not open.
■ If the camera is on but the flash is closed, move the On/Off button to
On again. After your turn off the camera, close the flash.
Pictures remaining
number does not
decrease after
■ The camera is operating normally. Continue taking pictures.
taking a picture.
Stored pictures are
corrupted.
■ Retake pictures. Do not insert or remove card while the camera is on.
Keep rechargeable batteries charged.
■ Transfer the pictures to the computer (see page 43), then format the
card or internal memory (see page 34).
■ Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
In Review mode,
you do not see a
picture (or the
expected picture)
on the LCD screen.
■ Check the image storage location setting (see page 32).
■ When taking pictures, make sure that the Shutter button is pressed
completely down.
Interactive Troubleshooting and Repairs.
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Troubleshooting
If
Try one or more of the following
In Review mode, a
blue or black
screen is displayed
instead of a
■ Transfer the picture to the computer (see page 43), then format the
card or internal memory (see page 34).
Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
picture.
■ Take another picture. If screen is still blue or black, visit
www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive
Troubleshooting and Repairs.
Shutter button
does not work.
■ Turn on the camera (see page 2).
to take another picture.
■ Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 43), delete pictures from
the camera (page 17), switch image storage locations (see page 32),
or insert a card with available memory (page 3).
Interactive Troubleshooting and Repairs.
Slide show does
not run on external
video device.
■ Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, see page 34).
■ See the external device’s user’s guide.
Picture is too light.
■ When using the flash, move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between
the camera and the subject.
■ Decrease Exposure Compensation (see page 37).
Picture is not clear.
■ Clean the lens (see page 59).
■ Make sure your camera is not in Close-up mode.
■ Move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the
subject.
■ Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.
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Troubleshooting
If
Try one or more of the following
Picture is too dark.
■ Turn on the flash (see page 9).
■ Move so there is no more than 25.6 ft (7.8 m) in wide angle and
14.4 ft (4.4 m) in telephoto between the camera and the subject.
behind the subject.
■ Increase Exposure Compensation (see page 37).
Camera does not
recognize
SD/SDHC card.
■ Purchase a certified SD/SDHC card.
■ Format the card in the camera (see page 34).
Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
■ Insert a card into the slot, then push to seat (see page 3).
Camera freezes up
when a card is
inserted or
■ Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off
before inserting or removing a card.
■ Try another SD/SDHC card.
removed.
Memory card full.
■ Insert a new card (see page 3), transfer pictures to the computer (see
page 43), or delete pictures (see page 17).
Memory card and
internal memory
full.
■ Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 43), then format the card
or internal memory (see page 34).
Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
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Troubleshooting
Camera/computer communications
If
Try one or more of the following
Thecomputer does
not communicate
with the camera.
■ Turn on the camera (see page 2).
■ Install new batteries (see page 1) or charge rechargeable batteries.
■ Connect cable to camera and computer port (see page 43).
■ Install the software (see page 42).
■ Disconnect the USB cable. Close all open applications. Re-install the
software (see page 42).
■ Disconnect camera from the computer. Close all software applications,
reconnect camera.
Cannot transfer
pictures.
(The Add New
Hardware Wizard
cannot locate
drivers.)
■ Disconnect USB cable. (If using camera dock or printer dock,
disconnect cable and remove camera from dock). Close all open
applications. Re-install the software (see page 42).
■ Disconnect the USB cable. Close all open applications. Re-install the
software (see page 42).
■ Try another USB port, or another computer.
■ Try transferring pictures using a card reader.
LCD messages
If
Try one or more of the following
No images to display
■ Change image storage location setting (see page 32).
Memory card requires
formatting
■ Insert a new card (see page 3) or format the card (see
page 34).
Memory card cannot be read
(Please format memory card
or insert another card)
■ Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and
videos, including protected files.
Only one USB connection
allowed.
■ Unplug the USB cable from the camera.
Disconnect cable or rem.
(remove) camera from dock.
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Troubleshooting
If
Try one or more of the following
Internal memory requires
formatting
■ Format the internal memory (see page 34).
Caution: Formatting deletes all pictures and videos,
also deletes email addresses, tag names, and
Favorites. To restore them, see the Kodak EasyShare
software Help.)
Internal memory cannot be
read (Please format internal
memory)
No memory card (Files not
copied)
■ Insert a card (see page 3).
Not enough space to copy files
(Files not copied)
■ Delete pictures from the image storage location you are
copying to (see page 17), or insert a new card (see
page 3).
Memory card is locked (Insert
new memory card)
■ Insert a new card (see page 3), move the switch on the
card to unlock the card, or change the image storage
location to internal memory (see page 32).
Memory card is unusable
(Insert new memory card)
■ Insert a new card (see page 3) or format the card (see
page 34).
Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and
videos, including protected files.
High camera temperature.
(Camera will be turned off.)
■ Leave the camera off for ten minutes, then turn it back on.
If the message reappears, visit
www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive
Troubleshooting & Repairs.
Can only mark image with 32
tag names. Only the first 32
tag names will be saved.
■ Delete one or more tag names associated with the image
(see page 41).
Unrecognized file format
■ Transfer the picture to the computer (see page 43), or
delete it (page 17).
Camera error #XXXX. See
user’s guide.
■ Turn camera off, then back on. If the message reappears,
Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.
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7 Getting help
Helpful links
Camera
Email, write, or phone customer support
Get support for your product (FAQs, arrange for
repairs, troubleshooting information, etc.)
Purchase camera accessories (camera docks,
printer docks, lenses, cards, etc.)
Download the latest camera firmware and
software
See online demonstrations of your camera
Software
Get information on EasyShare software
www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw (or click
the Help button in EasyShare software)
working with digital pictures
Other
Get information on Kodak inkjet products
Register your camera
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Getting help
NOTE: If you have questions concerning this product, you may speak with Kodak customer support.
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
1800 267 588
0179 567 357
02 713 14 45
0800 891 42 13
1 800 465 6325
800 820 6027
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
020 346 9372
0800 880 120
23 16 21 33
Philippines
Poland
1 800 1 888 9600
00800 4411625
021 415 4125
8 495 929 9166
800 6363 036
00 800 56325000
91 749 76 53
Canada
China
Portugal
Russia
Czech Republic 00 800 56325000
Denmark
Ireland
3 848 71 30
Singapore
Slovakia
01 407 3054
Finland
France
0800 1 17056
01 55 1740 77
069 5007 0035
00800 44140775
800 901 514
Spain
Sweden
08 587 704 21
044 838 53 51
0800 096 868
001 800 631 0017
00800 448827073
0870 243 0270
Germany
Greece
Switzerland
Taiwan
Hong Kong
Hungary
India
Thailand
Turkey
06 80 456 325
91 80 41374555
(toll free 000800 440 1227)
02 696 33452
03 5540 9002
080 708 5600
United Kingdom
Italy
United States
1 800 235 6325
Japan
Korea
International Toll Line +44 131 458 6714
International Toll Fax +44 131 458 6962
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8 Appendix
Camera specifications
CCD—1/2.5-type
Effective Pixels—3298 x 2472 (8.1 MP)
Lens—12X optical zoom lens, 36–432 mm (35 mm equivalent); f/2.8–f/4.8
Image stabilizer—Optical
Lens barrier—Lens cap
Digital zoom—5X continuous
Combined zoom—60X
Shutter speed—Mechanical shutter with CCD electronic; Smart Scene mode:
1/2–1/3200 sec.; P and M modes: 16-1/1000 sec.
Color display—6.4 cm (2.5 in) color hybrid LCD; 230 K (960 x 240) pixels
External storage—Optional SD/SDHC Card
. (The SD logo is a trademark of
the SD Card Association.)
Internal storage—32 MB (21 MB available for image storage. 1 MB equals one
million bytes.)
Focus system—TTL-AF (through-the-lens auto focus); Multi-zone AF, Center-zone
AF; working range:
Auto: 24 in. (60 cm)–infinity @ wide; 3.9 ft (1.2m)–infinity @ telephoto
Macro: 4.7–23.7 in. (12–60 cm) @ wide; 2–4.3 ft (0.6–1.3m) @ telephoto
AF Assist light—Yes
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ISO speed—Auto: 64–1600
Selectable: 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (ISO 3200 available only in 2.2 MP
and lower picture size in PASM modes.)
Exposure metering—TTL-AE; Multi-pattern, Center-weighted, Center-spot
Exposure compensation—+/-2.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps
Flash compensation—Yes
Exposure bracketing—3 images with selectable +/- 1/3 EV steps
White balance—Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Open Shade
Electronic flash—Auto flash; Guide no. 11 @ ISO 100; working range:
1.6–25.6 ft (0.5–7.8m) @ wide; 3.9–14.4 ft (1.2–4.4 m) @ telephoto
Flash modes—Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off
Capture modes—Smart Scene, PASM, High ISO, Panorama, SCN modes, Video
Drive modes—Single shot, first burst, last burst, self-timer (10-second, 2-shot, and
2-second)
File format—Still: JPEG/EXIF 2.21; Video: QuickTime, Motion JPEG
Output image size—8.0 MP (4:3): 3264 x 2448 pixels
7.1 MP (3:2): 3264 x 2176 pixels
6.0 MP (16:9): 3264 x 1840 pixels
5.0 MP (4:3): 2592 x 1944 pixels
3.1 MP (4:3): 2048 x 1536 pixels
2.2 MP (3:2): 1800 x 1200 pixels
2.1 MP (16:9): 1920 x 1080 pixels
1.2 MP (4:3): 1280 x 960 pixels
Color modes—High Color, Natural Color, Low Color, Black & White, Sepia
Sharpness—High, Normal, Low
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Video size—VGA (640 x 480 @30 fps); QVGA (320 x 240 @30 fps)
Power—AA lithium (non-rechargeable; not alkaline); 1 Kodak lithium digital
camera battery CRV3 (non-rechargeable); 1 Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera
battery KLIC-8000; 3V AC adapter; Kodak EasyShare docks
Burst mode—Maximum 4 pictures @ 1.7 fps; Auto Exposure, Auto Focus, Auto
White Balance executed for first shot only
Self-timer—2 seconds, 10 seconds, or 2-shot
Communication with computer—USB 2.0 full speed (PIMA 15740 protocol) via
USB cable model U-8; USB 2.0 full speed (PIMA 15740 protocol) via compatible
EasyShare dock
Video output—NTSC or PAL selectable
PictBridge compatibility—Yes
Auto power off—Selectable 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes
Microphone—Yes
Speaker—Yes
Sound tag—Yes
Date stamp—Yes
Tripod mount—1/4 inch
Size—104 x 65.6 x 70.5 mm (4.1 x 2.6 x 2.8 in.) @ power off
Weight—290 g (10.2 oz) without battery or card
Operating temperature—32-104°F (0–40°C)
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Storage capacities
The LCD displays the number of pictures (or minutes/seconds of video) remaining. For
capacity varies depending on subject composition, card size, and other factors. You
may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Favorites take up additional
space in internal memory.
Upgrading your software and firmware
Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare
software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). See
Important safety instructions
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Kodak
AC adapters and battery chargers are intended for indoor use
only. The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than
those specified herein may result in exposure to shock and/or
electrical or mechanical hazards. If the LCD breaks, do not touch
the glass or liquid. Contact Kodak customer support.
■ The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may cause fire, electric
■ Use only a USB-certified computer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard.
Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions.
■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.
■ When removing the battery, allow it to cool; it may be hot.
■ Follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
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■ Use only batteries approved for this product to avoid risk of explosion.
■ Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
■ Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a battery
may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
■ Do not disassemble, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire,
or extreme temperature.
■ Remove the battery when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In
the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak
customer support.
■ In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with
water and contact your local health provider. For additional health-related
information, contact your local Kodak customer support.
■ Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. Visit
■ Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
Battery life
■ Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery KLIC-8000: 275 pictures
■ Kodak lithium digital camera battery CRV3 (non-rechargeable): 300 pictures
■ AA lithium batteries: 200 pictures
Battery life per CIPA testing method (Approx. number of pictures). Actual life may
vary based on usage.
Extending battery life
■ Use power-saving features (see page 34).
■ Limit activities that quickly deplete battery power (reviewing pictures on the
camera, excessive use of the flash).
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■ Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean,
dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera.
■ Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C). When using
your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep them warm. Do not
discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to room temperature,
they may be usable.
Care and maintenance
■ If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the battery and card.
Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera.
■ Blow gently on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt. Wipe gently with a soft,
lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions
unless designed specifically for camera lenses. Do not allow chemicals, such as
suntan lotion, to contact painted surfaces.
■ Service agreements may be available in your country. Contact a dealer of Kodak
products for more information.
■ For digital camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities.
Limited warranty
Kodak warrants Kodak consumer electronic products and accessories (“Products”),
excluding batteries, to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Retain the original dated sales
receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty
repair.
Limited warranty coverage
Warranty service is only available from within the country where the Products were
originally purchased. You may be required to ship Products, at your expense, to the
authorized service facility for the country where the Products were purchased. Kodak
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will repair or replace Products if they fail to function properly during the warranty
period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Warranty service
will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If
Kodak is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its option, refund the
purchase price paid for the Product provided the Product has been returned to Kodak
along with proof of the purchase price paid. Repair, replacement, or refund of the
purchase price are the sole remedies under the warranty. If replacement parts are
used in making repairs, those parts may be remanufactured, or may contain
remanufactured materials. If it is necessary to replace the entire Product, it may be
replaced with a remanufactured Product. Remanufactured Products, parts and
materials are warranted for the remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90
days after the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer.
Limitations
This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control. This warranty
does not apply when failure is due to shipping damage, accident, alteration,
modification, unauthorized service, misuse, abuse, use with incompatible accessories
or attachments (such as third party ink or ink tanks), failure to follow Kodak's
operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use items supplied by
Kodak (such as adapters and cables), or claims made after the duration of this
warranty.
Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product, and disclaims the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In the event
that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of
the implied warranty will be one year from the purchase date or such longer period as
required by law. The option of repair, replacement, or refund is Kodak's only
obligation. Kodak will not be responsible for any special, consequential or incidental
damages resulting from the sale, purchase, or use of this product regardless of the
cause. Liability for any special, consequential or incidental damages (including but not
limited to loss of revenue or profit, downtime costs, loss of the use of the equipment,
cost of substitute equipment, facilities or services, or claims of your customers for such
damages resulting from the purchase use or failure of the Product), regardless of
cause or for breach of any written or implied warranty is expressly disclaimed.
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Your rights
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.
Outside the United States and Canada
In countries other than the United States and Canada, the terms and conditions of
this warranty may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to
the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company, no warranty or liability exists beyond
any minimum requirements imposed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may
be by negligence or other act.
Regulatory compliance
FCC compliance and advisory
Kodak EasyShare Z8612 IS digital camera
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver; 3) connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
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which the receiver is connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for additional suggestions. Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment. Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the
product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be
used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure
compliance with FCC regulation.
Australian C-Tick
N137
Canadian DOC statement
DOC Class B Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Observation des normes-Classe B
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC and Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210 and 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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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling
EU: It is the final user's responsibility to discard this equipment into an approved,
segregated collection scheme to enable its suitable treatment/disposal and to
improve human/environmental protection. For more information, see your retailer,
Korean Class B ITE
VCCI Class B ITE
China RoHS
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Russian GOST-R
Eastman Kodak Company
Rochester, NY 14650
AIO-40
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Index
A
A/V out, 25
shutter, i
zoom, 8
about picture, video, 16
about this camera, 34
accessories, 43
battery, 58
C
buying, 52
printer dock, 44
SD/SDHC card, 3
advanced digital zoom, 34
AF control, 30
appendix, 54
camera screen
candle light, 7
auto
enhancement, 20
flash, 9
focus framing marks, 5
color mode, 30
B
compatibility, dock, 46
copy pictures
backlight, 7
battery
card to memory, 27
memory to card, 27
to computer, 42
extending life, 58
life, 58
loading, 1
beach, 7
cropping pictures, 20, 21
customer support, 52, 53
bookmarks, 22
burst, using, 12
button
D
date setting, 2
date stamp, 32
DC-in, ii
burst, 12
delete, 5
flash, 9
deleting
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during quickview, 5
pictures/video, 17
infinity, 10
protecting pictures, videos, 17
digital zoom, using, 8
displaying slide show, 23
disposal, recycling, 59, 63
dock compatibility, 46
doing more with your camera, 29
download pictures, 42
framing grid, 35
G
grid, framing, 35
guidelines, battery, 58
E
HDTV dock, 25
camera, 47
high ISO, 6
histogram, 37
EasyShare software, installing, 42
emailing pictures, videos, 39
error messages, 50
exposure
bracketing interval, 32
compensation, 35, 37
metering, 31
external video device
viewing pictures, videos, 25
icons, mode dial, 6
image stabilizer, 33
image storage, 32
information
F
favorites
about pictures, videos, 16
installing
tagging, 40
filter pictures, videos, 26
fireworks, 7
firmware, upgrading, 57
flash
batteries, 1
SD/SDHC card, 3
software, 42
internal memory, storage capacity, 57
settings, 9
flower, 7
focus
framing marks, 5
zone, 32
focus mode
K
Kodak EasyShare software
upgrading, 57
Kodak Perfect Touch technology, 20
Kodak web sites, 52
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landscape, 7
LCD, ii
brightness, 32
reviewing pictures, 15
reviewing videos, 15
lens, cleaning, 59
loading
OK button, ii
batteries, 1
SD/SDHC card, 3
software, 42
M
Macintosh computers, installing
software on, 42
magnify picture, 15
maintenance, camera, 59
manner/museum, 7
manual, 35
deleting, 17
memory
inserting card, 3
storage capacity, 57
mode dial, 6
emailing tagged, 39
Kodak Perfect Touch, 20
magnifying, 15
modes
manual, 35
printing, 45
modes, capture
high ISO, 6
protecting, 17
reviewing, 15
PASM, 6
storage capacity, 57
taking, modes, 6
transfer, 42
SCN (scene), 6
smart scene, 6
video, 6
portrait, 6
power, camera, 2
printer dock, 44
multimedia slide show, 24
multiple selections, 27
multi-up, 26
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printing
fireworks, 7
flower, 7
from a card, 46
from computer, 45
optimizing printer, 52
order online, 46
PictBridge technology, 44
tagged pictures, 46
with EasyShare printer dock, 44
problem-solving, 47
program and manual, 6
protecting pictures, videos, 17
self-portrait, 7
Q
quickview
setting, 32
using, 5
SD/SDHC card
inserting, 3
storage capacities, 57
search pictures, videos, 26
select multiple pictures/videos, 27
self-portrait, 7
self-timer
R
ready light, 4
recycling, disposal, 59, 63
red-eye, flash, 9
regulatory information, 61
repair, 52
review button, 15
reviewing pictures/videos
after taking, 15
as you take them, 5
deleting, 17
with pictures, 11
service and support telephone
numbers, 53
protecting, 17
slide show, 23
setting
about this camera, 34
advanced digital zoom, 34
AF control, 30
camera sounds, 33
capture frame grid, 33
running a slide show, 23
S
scene modes, 6
backlight, 7
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color mode, 30
date and time, 2
date stamp, 32
exposure bracketing, 32
exposure metering, 31
flash, 9
focus zone, 32
image stabilizer, 33
image storage, 32
LCD brightness, 32
orientation sensor, 34
picture size, 29
picture taking modes, 6
picture/video, 29
quickview, 32
self-timer, 11
sharpness, 31
sound volume, 34
tag, 33
video out, 34
video size, 30
storage capacity, 57
for print, 38
set, 33
white balance, 31
sharing pictures, videos, 38
sharpness, 31
telephone support, 53
television, slide show, 25
text, 7
time, setting, 2
timer, shutter delay, 11
transferring pictures, videos, 42
trash can, deleting, 5
troubleshooting, 47
camera, 47
shutter
button, i
problems, 48
self-timer delay, 11
speed, 35
slide show
continuous loop, 24
problems, 48
running, 23
camera/computer
communications, 50
error messages, 50
smart scene, 6
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turning camera on/off, 2
U
undelete, 17
upgrading software, firmware, 57
URLs, Kodak web sites, 52
USB cable, 43
information, 16
USB, A/V out, ii
volume, adjusting, 34
V
video, 6
W
action print, 23
bookmarks, 22
checking settings, 28
copying, 27
emailing tagged, 39
out, 34
warranty, 59
WEEE, 63
white balance, 31
Windows OS-based computers
installing software, 42
protecting, 17
reviewing, 15
size, 30
Z
zoom
digital, 8
optical, 8
storage capacities, 57
optical, x
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