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Kodak PIXPRO AZ521

Kodak PIXPRO AZ521
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Kodak PIXPRO AZ521 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKodak
ModelPIXPRO AZ521
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

BEFORE YOU START

Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with regulations for product safety and standards.

About this Manual

SAFETY NOTES

Safety notes for this camera

Guidelines for safe handling and operation of the camera to prevent damage or injury.

Safety notes for battery

Precautions for the safe use, handling, and disposal of the camera's battery.

Safety notes for memory card

Guidelines for safe handling, use, and care of memory cards to prevent data loss or damage.

Other Safety Notes

Additional safety precautions for operating the camera in various situations and environments.

GETTING READY

Accessories Included

Lists the items included in the camera package for initial setup and use.

Install lens cap and neck strap

Instructions for attaching the lens cap and neck strap to the camera for protection and portability.

Part Names

Identification of the different buttons, controls, and features of the camera body.

Installing Battery and Memory Card

Step-by-step guide on how to properly insert the battery and memory card into the camera.

Charging Battery

Procedure for connecting the camera to a power source for charging the battery.

Turning Camera On and Off

How to power the camera on and off for operation and standby modes.

Symbol Description

Explanation of icons and symbols used in the camera's interface for better understanding.

Set your Language, DateTime

Guide for setting the camera's language, date, and time after initial setup.

Resetting your Language

Instructions on how to change or reset the camera's language settings.

Resetting DateTime

Procedure to correct or update the camera's date and time settings.

MODE OVERVIEW

Display Setting

Options to customize the information displayed on the camera's LCD screen during shooting.

LCD Screen Display

Overview of the icons and information presented on the camera's LCD screen in photo mode.

Shooting Mode Icons

Detailed explanation of icons representing different shooting modes and camera settings.

Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie Mode

Explanation of icons displayed on the LCD screen when recording video.

Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode

Description of icons shown on the LCD screen when viewing photos and videos.

Using the Mode Dial

Guide to navigating and selecting different shooting modes using the camera's mode dial.

Auto Mode

Instructions for using the camera's automatic mode for simple, point-and-shoot photography.

Program AE

How to use Program AE mode for flexible control over exposure settings like ISO and EV.

Shutter Priority

Guide to setting shutter speed manually while the camera adjusts aperture for correct exposure.

Aperture Priority

How to adjust aperture manually while the camera sets shutter speed for desired depth of field.

Manual Mode

Comprehensive guide to manually controlling all camera settings for creative photography.

Face Beautifier

Using the mode to enhance facial features like skin softness and eye brightness in portraits.

Panorama Mode

Steps for capturing and stitching multiple images to create a wide panoramic photo.

Scene Mode

Selecting pre-set shooting modes optimized for specific scenes and lighting conditions.

Custom Settings

Storing and recalling frequently used shooting modes and parameter settings for quick access.

BASIC OPERATION

Using the Zoom Function

How to use the optical and digital zoom levers to magnify subjects while composing shots.

Focus Setting

Selecting different autofocus methods like Single-AF, Multi-AF, and Object Tracking.

Macro Mode

Enabling macro mode for close-up photography of small subjects with precise focusing.

Self-Timer Setting

Using the self-timer for delayed shots, including smile detection for automatic capture.

Flash Mode

Selecting various flash modes such as Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync, and Red-Eye Reduction.

White Balance Setting

Adjusting color temperature to accurately represent colors under different lighting conditions.

Continuous Shot

Capturing multiple shots in quick succession, including high-speed and time-lapse options.

EV Setting

Adjusting exposure value to control image brightness and overall exposure compensation.

Exposure Compensation

Fine-tuning picture brightness for high-contrast scenes to achieve balanced exposure.

ISO

Setting the camera's sensitivity to light, affecting image brightness and noise levels.

Shutter Adjustment

Controlling shutter speed to freeze motion or create motion blur effects for dynamic photography.

Aperture Adjustment

Adjusting the lens aperture to control depth of field and light exposure for creative effects.

Using Quick Recording

Starting and stopping video recording quickly using the dedicated shortcut button.

i Button Function Menu

Accessing and adjusting image color effects and other quick settings via the 'i' button.

PLAYBACK

Viewing Photos and Videos

Methods for reviewing and navigating through captured photos and video clips on the camera.

Thumbnail View

Displaying multiple small preview images of photos and videos for quick browsing.

Using Zoom Playback

Magnifying still pictures during playback to examine details or specific areas of the image.

Photos and Video Deletion

Procedure for deleting unwanted photos and video clips from the camera's memory.

Slideshow

Viewing stored images automatically in a sequence as a slideshow presentation.

Continuous Capture Group Playback

Playing back sequences of continuously captured photos as a group for review.

Animation panorama play

Viewing captured panoramic images with animation effects, showing the shooting direction.

USING THE MENUS

Photo Setup Menu

Accessing and configuring various shooting parameters through the camera's menu system.

Image Size

Selecting image resolution for printing and storage, balancing quality with file size.

OIS

Activating Optical Image Stabilization to reduce blur caused by camera shake.

Cont. AF

Enabling continuous autofocus for tracking moving subjects during shooting.

HDR

Using High Dynamic Range to capture detail in both bright and dark areas of a scene.

Beauty

Applying beauty effects to portraits, such as skin softening and eye brightening.

Scene

Selecting specific scene modes (e.g., Night Portrait, Landscape) for optimized shooting.

Photo Shooting Setting Menu

Accessing detailed settings within shooting modes for fine-tuning exposure and image parameters.

AF-Assist Beam

Using the AF-assist beam to improve focus accuracy in low-light conditions.

Digital Zoom

Enabling or disabling digital zoom to extend focal range beyond optical limits.

Date Imprint

Adding date and time stamps directly onto captured photos.

Quick Review

Setting the duration for immediate post-capture review of photos on the LCD screen.

Custom Settings

Saving current shooting mode and parameters for quick recall and application.

Movie Menu

Accessing and configuring settings specific to video recording, such as exposure metering.

Video Quality

Selecting the resolution and frame rate for video recording, affecting quality and file size.

Movie Setting Menu

Configuring advanced settings for video recording, including digital zoom and playback options.

Playback Menu

Accessing and managing playback options such as display modes and file sorting.

HDR

Applying High Dynamic Range processing to photos to improve detail in highlights and shadows.

Red-Eye Reduction

Correcting red-eye effect in photos by applying a pre-flash or post-capture retouch.

Rotate

Changing the orientation of a photo by rotating it 90 degrees clockwise or counter-clockwise.

Resize

Adjusting the dimensions of a photo to a new resolution, saving it as a separate file.

i button playback function

Changing the picture's color effect during playback using the 'i' button menu.

Playback Setting Menu

Configuring various playback options, including display modes and file management.

Protect

Locking photos and videos to prevent accidental deletion, with options for single files or groups.

Delete

Removing photos and video files from the camera's memory, with options for single or bulk deletion.

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

Selecting photos for printing via DPOF on a memory card for direct printing.

Trim

Cropping photos to adjust composition and saving the trimmed image as a new file.

Setup Menu

Accessing general camera settings like sound, power saver, language, and date/time.

Sound Settings

Adjusting the camera's audio feedback, including volume levels for operations and alerts.

Power Saver

Configuring automatic power-off timers for the LCD screen and camera to conserve battery.

Language

Setting or changing the camera's display language for menus and messages.

Zone

Displaying local time in different time zones for international travel convenience.

DateTime

Setting or adjusting the camera's date and time for accurate photo metadata.

LCD Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen for optimal visibility in different lighting conditions.

File Software

Format Memory

Erasing all data from the memory card and internal memory, including protected files.

Copy to Card

Transferring files from the camera's internal memory to an SD memory card.

File Numbering

Resetting the file numbering sequence for newly saved photos and videos.

Reset

Restoring camera settings to their original factory defaults to resolve issues.

FW Version

Checking the current firmware version of the camera and options for updating.

CONNECTIONS

Connecting to a Computer

Using a USB cable to connect the camera to a computer for transferring photos and data.

Setting the USB Mode

Configuring the camera's USB port to connect to a PC or a printer.

Transferring files to your computer

Steps for copying photos and videos from the camera to a computer via USB connection.

Video System

Adjusting video output settings (NTSC/PAL) for connecting the camera to a TV.

Supported HDMI Connections

Information on connecting the camera to TVs using HDMI for high-quality video output.

Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection Mode

Enabling wireless connection for Eye-Fi memory cards for photo transfer.

Connecting HDMI-Ready TV

Procedure for connecting the camera to an HDMI-compatible television for viewing.

Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible Printer

Printing photos directly from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer without a PC.

Setting the USB Mode

Configuring USB mode for printer connection to ensure successful PictBridge printing.

Connecting to your Printer

Steps for establishing a physical connection between the camera and a printer via USB.

Using the PictBridge Menu

Navigating the PictBridge menu to select printing options and start the printing process.

Print (with Date)

Printing photos with embedded date and time information, as recorded by the camera.

Print (without Date)

Printing photos without any date or time stamps, for a cleaner image presentation.

Print Index

Printing an index sheet containing small previews of all photos stored on the camera.

Print DPOF Images

Printing selected photos based on DPOF settings stored on the memory card.

Exit

Exiting the PictBridge menu and disconnecting the USB cable safely.

APPENDICES

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the camera, including sensor, lens, and dimensions.

Prompts and Warning Messages

Troubleshooting

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