Changing p, a, s, or m mode settings – Kodak Z812 IS User Manual
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Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings
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 and 6400 are available only in
2.2, 2.1, and 1.2 MP picture sizes.
Flash Compensation—adjust flash brightness.
Exposure Compensation—adjust the exposure. If the picture is too light, decrease 
the setting; if it’s too dark, increase the setting.
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.)
Aperture—(also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which 
determines the depth of field. 
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Smaller f-stop numbers indicate a larger lens opening; good for low-light.
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Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject 
sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions.
Aperture
Shutter 
speed
Exposure 
compensation
White—selectable
Grey—non-selectable
Yellow—changeable value
Red—out of range
ISO
PASM Options
Flash 
compensation
