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Direct printing (PICTBRIDGE enabled printer) problems
Status Solution
Cannot find the 
desired picture■Use the Direct printing menu to change the image storage location.
The Direct printing 
menu interface turns 
off■Press any camera button to redisplay the menu.
Cannot print pictures■Make sure there is a connection between the camera and the 
printer (see page 47).
■Make sure the printer and the camera have power.
Camera or printer 
displays an error 
message■Follow the prompts to resolve the issue.
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Getting help on the Web
Camera
Software
Other
Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting 
information, arrange for repairs, etc.)www.kodak.com/go/z981support
See step-by-step solutions and repair informationwww.kodak.com/go/itg
Purchase camera accessorieswww.kodak.com/go/z981accessories
Download the latest camera firmware and softwarewww.kodak.com/go/z981downloads 
See online demonstrations of your camerawww.kodak.com/go/howto
Register your camerawww.kodak.com/go/register
Chat, email, write, or phone Kodak 
(Chat not available in all languages)www.kodak.com/go/contact
Download and get Help with other KODAK Softwarewww.kodak.com/go/camerasw
Download KODAK EASYSHARE Softwarewww.kodak.com/go/easysharesw 
(or see Help in EASYSHARE Software)
Get support for cameras, software, accessories, morewww.kodak.com/go/support
Get information on KODAK All-in-One Printerswww.kodak.com/go/inkjet 
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Camera specifications
CCD—1/2.33-type
Effective pixels—14 MP (4368 x 3256) 
LCD—7.6 cm (3.0 in.) LCD; 230K pixels; 4:3 aspect ratio
Image storage—Optional SD/SDHC Card   (The SD logo is a trademark of the 
SD Card Association.) Maximum supported card size: 32 GB
Internal storage capacity—64 MB internal memory (42.4 MB available for image 
storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes.)
Lens—26–676 mm (35 mm equivalent) f/2.8–5 lens (26X optical zoom)
Digital zoom—5X continuous
Focus system—TTL-AF (through-the-lens auto focus); Multi-Zone AF, Center-Zone 
AF, Face Priority AF, Manual Focus. Working range:
0.7 m (2.3 ft)–infinity @ wide, normal
2.5 m (8.2 ft)–infinity @ telephoto, normal
0.1–1.0 m (0.3–3.3 in.) @ wide, macro mode
1.7–3 m (5.6–9.8 ft) @ telephoto, macro mode
1–30 cm (0.4–11.8 in.) @ super macro mode
Viewfinder—Electronic
Auto focus control—Continuous and Single AF
Fa c e  d e t e c t i o n —Ye s
Face recognition—Ye s
Shutter speed—16–1/2000 seconds
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ISO speed—Full resolution: ISO 64–1600
3 MP and lower: ISO 64–6400
Exposure metering—TTL-AE; Face Priority, Selectable-Zone, Multi-Zone, 
Center-Zone
Exposure compensation—+/-2.0 EV with 1/3 EV step
White Balance—Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Open Shade
Electronic Flash—Auto flash; Auto, Fill, Red Eye, Off; Guide No. 9 (m); working 
range @ ISO 100 in Smart Capture mode with Red-eye Reduction off: 6.2 m (20.3 ft) 
@ wide; 3.5 m (11.5 ft) @ telephoto 
Self-timer mode—10-seconds, 2-seconds, 2-shot timer
Burst mode—Normal burst: up to 3 pictures @ 0.9fps; high-speed burst: up to 9 
pictures @ 8 fps (3 MP)
Capture modes—Smart Capture, Portrait, Sport, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter 
Priority, Manual, Panorama, Scene modes, Video
Image file format—
Still: EXIF 2.21 (JPEG compression) and RAW; file organization DCF
Video: QUICKTIME (Video: H.264; audio: AAC)
Picture size—14 MP (4:3): 4288 x 3216 pixels 
12 MP (3:2): 4288 x 2848 pixels 
10 MP (16:9): 4288 x 2416 pixels 
6 MP (4:3): 2382 x 2128 pixels 
3 MP (4:3): 2048 x 1536 pixels 
2 MP (16:9): 1920 x 1080 pixels 
1 MP (4:3): 1280 x 960 pixels 
Picture quality—Fine, Standard, Basic, RAW
Color modes—High Color, Natural Color, Low Color, Black & White, Sepia
Sharpness modes—High, Normal, Low
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Video capture—HDV (1280 x 720 @ 30 fps): maximum 29 minutes
VGA (640 x 480 @ 30 fps): maximum 4 GB
Communication with computer—USB 2.0 high speed (PIMA 15740 protocol); 
via KODAK Camera USB Cable, U-8
Video output—NTSC or PAL
Microphone—Ye s
Speaker—Ye s
PICTBRIDGE support—Ye s
Power—4 KODAK Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries AA; KODAK 5-Volt 
AC Adapter
Tripod mount—1/4 inch
Size—123.7 x 84.9 mm x 105 mm (4.9 x 3.3 x 4.1 in.) @ power off
Weight—530 g (18.7 oz) including battery, SD Card, and lens cap
Operating temperature—0–40
°C (32–104°F)
Care and maintenance
■If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the batteries 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. 
In the US, visit the Electronics Industry Alliance site at www.eiae.org or 
www.kodak.com/go/z981support.
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Upgrading your software and firmware
Download the latest versions of KODAK Software and the camera firmware (the 
software that runs on the camera). Check occasionally at 
www.kodak.com/go/z981downloads.
Storage capacities
The LCD displays the approximate number of pictures (or minutes/seconds of video) 
remaining. For average SD Card capacities, go to www.kodak.com/go/SDcapacities. 
Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card size, and other 
factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. 
Battery replacement, battery life
KODAK Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries AA (2100 mAh): 450–500 
pictures. Battery life per CIPA testing method using 128 MB SD Card. Approximate 
number of pictures in Smart Capture mode. Actual life may vary based on usage.
Extending battery life
■Use the EVF instead of the LCD (see page 8). Use a power-saving LCD Brightness 
setting (see page 43).
■Charge the batteries when necessary.
■Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean, 
dry cloth before loading the 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. 
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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 
shock, or injury. For approved accessories, visit www.kodak/go/accessories.
■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 batteries, allow them to cool; they may be hot.
■Follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
■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 batteries 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.
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■Go to www.kodak.com/go/reach for information about the presence of substances 
included on the candidate list according to article 59(1) of Regulation (EC) No. 
1907/2006 (REACH). 
■Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. Visit 
www.kodak.com/go/kes.
■Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
For more information on batteries, visit www.kodak.com/go/batterychart.
Limited warranty
Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free 
from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for the warranty 
period specified on your KODAK Product packaging. Retain the original dated sales 
receipt. Proof of purchase date is 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 
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.
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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. In the 
event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the 
duration of the implied warranty will be the length of the express warranty period 
specified on your Kodak product packaging. 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. The limitations and exclusions of liability set forth herein apply 
to both Kodak and its suppliers.
Yo u r  r i g h t s
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 
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be by negligence or other act.
Regulatory compliance
FCC compliance and advisory
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 
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.
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