Kodak P880 Users Guide

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Taking pictures using the AF lock
For special situations where AF may not work (page 33):
1Set the AE/AF lock button to AF.
2Place the framing marks on the main subject. 
3Press the AE/AF lock button.
4Recompose the picture and press the Shutter button halfway to lock the
exposure position.
5Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. 
Using the Manual Focus (MF) assist AF
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Using the program button 
You can program this button to allow direct access to a Capture and Review 
submenu. For example, if you frequently adjust the Custom white balance settings, 
you can program this button to bring up the Custom white balance submenu—no 
need to access the menu to search for it. The Program button may be unavailable in 
some modes.
NOTE:  For rapid setting changes, see page 43.
In Capture or Review, press 
Program to bring up...

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Program capture settings
Pressing the Program button in Capture, after program setup, allows for direct access 
to the submenus.
Program review settings
Pressing the Program button in Review, after program setup, allows for direct access 
to the submenus.
Shortcut menu selections
Picture size  AF zone 
File type  Sharpness 
Color mode  Contrast 
Date stamp  Slow Flash setup 
Custom white balance Copy to C mode
AF control  Custom exposure mode...

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Changing the flash settings 
NOTE: Flash settings are preset for each picture-taking mode. Some of the flash settings may 
not be available in all Capture or SCN modes. When you change to Auto or Red-eye in 
some of these modes, it becomes the default until you change it.
NOTE:  For rapid setting changes, see page 43.
Flash modeFlash fires
Auto When the lighting conditions require it.
FillEvery time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting...

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PASM and C modes
Settings you change in C modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. 
For example, if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in C mode, you still retain 
the default setting of Color for Auto and SCN modes.
NOTE:  The settings, including Flash, Exposure Metering, ISO, and White Balance are maintained for PA S M 
and C modes—even when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera (see 
page 52) to reset 
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Changing PASM or C mode settings
PASM and C modes control the f-number (aperture), shutter speed, exposure 
compensation, and flash compensation. 
1Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, M, or C.
2Use the Command dial and Set button:
■Turn the Command dial to move the selection 
arrow between the available settings.
NOTE: See   Menu on page 53 for 
Advanced picture-taking in PASM and C modes.
■Press the Set button to open a setting. 
■Turn the Command dial...

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Using the white balance button
Choose your lighting condition. 
NOTE:  This button is not available in Auto, SCN, and Video modes.
NOTE:  For rapid setting changes, see page 43.
White Balance (WB) options
WB optionDescription
Auto 
(default)Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general picture-taking.
DaylightPictures in natural lighting.
CloudyUnder overcast, shady or twilight skies.
Open 
shadePictures in the shade in natural lighting....

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Setting the ISO speed
The ISO speed controls sensitivity of the camera sensor. Higher settings are more 
sensitive to light, but may produce unwanted “noise” in a picture. Auto and SCN 
mode settings automatically adjust the camera sensitivity to the light conditions. 
Within PASM and C modes, the ISO button lets you adjust the setting.
NOTE:  For rapid setting changes, see page 43.
ISO speed setting for selected picture size:
NOTE:  For selecting...

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Using exposure metering
Choose a metering system in PASM or C mode for the appropriate lighting of your 
subject.
NOTE:  For rapid setting changes, see page 43.
IconExposure metering options
Multi-Pattern (default)—evaluates the lighting conditions at various 
points throughout the image to give an optimum picture exposure. Ideal for 
general picture taking.
 Center-Weighted—evaluates the brightness over a wide area with 
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Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing
In PAS modes, you can use exposure compensation in conjunction with exposure 
bracketing. 
Using the command dial for rapid setting changes
Use the Command dial in combination with other buttons for rapid setting changes.
NOTE: The Command dial is also used to adjust manual settings in PASM modes, see 
page 39.
If exposure 
compensation is 
set toAnd if the exposure 
bracketing interval is 
set to...