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P, a, s, and m modes – Kodak Z950 User Manual

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P, A, S, and M modes

Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.

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 35

) to reset P, A, S, and M modes to their default settings.

If using flash compensation, the flash cannot be in the Off setting (

see page 10

).

Mode

When to use

Press ,
to control

Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting
with full access to all menu options. The camera
automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture
(f-stop) based on the scene lighting.

Exposure compensation (how
much light enters the
camera), flash compensation,
focus mode, and ISO

Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the
range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be
affected by optical zoom.

Aperture, exposure
compensation, flash
compensation, focus mode,
and ISO

Shutter Priority lets you choose a faster shutter
speed to prevent motion blur. The camera
automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure.
(Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

Shutter speed, focus mode,
ISO, and flash compensation

Manual mode offers the highest level of creative
control. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

Aperture, shutter speed, flash
compensation, focus mode,
and ISO