Kodak M575 Users Guide

							Setting up your camera
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Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card
Your camera has internal memory. We recommend purchasing an SD or SDHC Card to 
conveniently store more pictures/videos.
CAUTION:
A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause 
damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on may 
damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.
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1Turn off the camera.
2Insert or remove the 
optional card.
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Turn on the camera.
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Taking pictures
To get clear, focused pictures:
1The camera turns on in Smart Capture mode. 
(If it’s in a different mode, press the Mode button, 
then   until the LCD displays 
Smart Capture 
mode  , then press OK.)
2Compose the picture.
3Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and 
set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, 
press the Shutter button completely down.
Using the framing marks
Framing marks indicate the camera focus area. 
1Press the Shutter button halfway.
If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject, 
release the Shutter button and recompose the scene.
2Press the Shutter button completely down to 
take the picture.
NOTE:  Multiple framing marks may appear when faces are detected.
To access your camera’s Help system, see page 43. 
Framing marks 
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							Taking pictures/videos
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Taking a video
1Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD 
displays 
Video  , then press OK.
2Press the Shutter button completely down, 
then release it. To stop recording, press and release 
the Shutter button again.
To review and work with videos, see page 22.
Reviewing the picture/video just taken
After you take a picture/video, the LCD briefly displays the picture or the first frame of 
a video. (To take new pictures/videos sooner, press the Shutter button halfway.) 
To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 22.
Delete the current picture/video
OK Play/pause a video
Adjust volume
While a picture/video is displayed, 
you may:
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Adjusting LCD brightness
To adjust the LCD brightness for your environment, see page 36.
Understanding the picture-taking icons
Know when your battery needs charging
The battery level icon works like the gas gauge in your car, but appears only when the 
battery requires your attention. (If you’re viewing shortcuts, the battery level is always 
displayed. See page 13.)
Charge the battery whenever necessary.
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Charge the battery see page 2
Battery level Capture mode
Pictures/time remaining
Zoom indicator
Keyword tag Self timer
Flash mode
Focus mode
Exposure compensation
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Using the optical zoom
1Use the LCD to frame your subject.
2To zoom in, press Telephoto (T). 
To zoom out, press Wide Angle (W).
3Ta ke  t h e  p i c t u r e.
NOTE:  For focus distances, see Specifications starting on page 49.
Using digital zoom
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (Digital zoom is 
not available in Smart Capture mode.) Press Telephoto (T) until the slider on the LCD 
is at the end of the optical zoom range. Release Telephoto (T), then press it again.
NOTE:  You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom.
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Using the flash
Press the Flash button repeatedly until the LCD displays the desired flash mode.
Flash modesFlash fires
AutoWhen the lighting conditions require it.
Fill (Flash On)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).
NOTE:  (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)
Red-eye 
Reduction 
Choose a 
setting in the 
Setup menu, 
page 36.Preflash A preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is 
taken.
Digital 
CorrectionA preflash does not fire; the camera corrects red eye.
NOTE:  When using digital correction, image processing takes longer 
than when using preflash.
OffNever
Flash button
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Using different modes
Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD displays the mode that best suits 
your subjects and surroundings, 
then press OK. (When you turn on the camera, it is in 
Smart Capture mode.)
Use this modeFor
Smart 
CaptureGeneral picture taking—it offers excellent image quality and ease 
of use. 
■Faces get focus and exposure priority.
■The scene is analyzed for other content and for lighting.
You can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for your 
needs—just press the Menu   button and choose Picture Size.
■3:2 (the best choice when making 4 x 6 prints)
■16:9 (wide screen)
■4:3 (the default setting)
 ProgramAdvanced picture taking—allows access to manual settings.
ScenePoint-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures in practically any 
situation. (See page 12.)
VideoCapturing video with sound. (See page 7.)
Mode button
view single picture.
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Using Scene (SCN) modes
Choose a Scene mode—for great pictures in practically any situation.
1Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD displays SCN, 
then press OK.
2Press     to view scene mode descriptions.
3Press OK (or let the description turn off) to enter the highlighted Scene mode.
The camera is now in the highlighted scene mode. To read a mode description after it 
has turned off, press OK to see it again.
SCN mode For
PortraitFull-frame portraits of people. 
SportAction pictures.
Panorama L-R, R-L“Stitching” 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See page 15.)
LandscapeDistant scenes.
High ISOPeople indoors, in low-light scenes.
Close-upClose range. Use available light instead of flash, if possible.
FlowerClose-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.
SunsetSubjects at dusk.
BacklightSubjects that are in shadow or “backlit.”
Candle LightSubjects illuminated by candle light.
ChildrenAction pictures of children in bright light.
Manner/
Museum Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are 
disabled. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or 
tripod.
TextDocuments. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or 
tripod.
BeachBright beach scenes.
SnowBright snow scenes.
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Using shortcuts
Your camera has a clean, uncluttered interface. For quick access to the most popular 
capture and review functions: 
1Press the Info   button. 
The shortcuts appear. To hide the shortcuts again, press  .
2Press   to access functions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto 
focus. (You’ll see different functions in different modes.)
3Press   to choose a setting.
FireworksFireworks. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or 
tripod.
Self-PortraitClose-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Night PortraitReduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions. 
Night Landscape  Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire.
Panning ShotEmphasizing horizontal motion, with a sharp subject and blurred 
background.
SCN mode For
Press to 
show/hide 
shortcuts.
Shortcuts
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Using the self-timer
Use the self-timer when you want to be included in a picture or to ensure a steady 
Shutter button press. For best results, place the camera on a tripod or steady surface. 
You can turn on the self-timer using a shortcut (see page 13) or these steps:
1Press the Menu   button. Press  to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press 
OK.
2Press  to choose a Self-timer setting:
10 Seconds— A picture is taken after a 10-second delay (so you have time 
to get into the scene).
2 Seconds— A picture is taken after a 2-second delay.
2 Picture Timer— The first picture is taken after a 10-second delay. A 
second picture is taken 8 seconds later.
3Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down.
The camera takes the picture/pictures after the delay.
To take a video after a 2- or 10-second delay, use the same procedure but press the 
Shutter button completely down.
Using burst
Use the burst features to take up to 3 pictures in rapid succession.
1Press the Menu   button. Press  to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press 
OK.
2Press  to choose the Burst feature, then press OK.
3Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down 
and hold it.
The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter button, when pictures 
are taken, or when there is no more storage space. Burst is unavailable in some modes.
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