Take Pictures Further
Service and Support
Service & Support Main | ADVANTIX C300 Support | ADVANTIX C400 Support |  User's Guide Contents

KODAK ADVANTIX C300 Auto/C400 Auto Focus Camera
Taking Pictures

You can take Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H)*, and Panoramic (P) pictures on the same film cassette. Your photo-processing cost may be based on the format size(s) that you use to expose the film.

* High Definition Television (HDTV) prints are the same aspect ratio as the TV for CD interface capabilities.


  1. Open the LENS COVER/FLASH to raise the flash and to turn the camera ON.

  2. Move the PRINT-SIZE SELECTOR to select desired format (C, H, or P). The viewfinder will change to show the selected field of view.

  3. Model C400 AF: Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE. For a sharp picture, stand at least 2.6 ft (0.8 m) from your subject.

    Model C300 AUTO: Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE. For a sharp picture, stand at least 3.3 ft (1.0 m) from your subject.

  4. Press the shutter button to take the picture.

Typical print sizes (formats)

C H P
Classic Group (HDTV) Panoramic
3 x 5 in. or 4 x 6 in.
(88.9 x 127 mm or
102 x 152 mm) 		3.5 x 6 or 4 x 7 in.
(88.9 x 152 mm or
102 x 178 mm)		 3.5 x 8.5 in. to 4 x 11.5 in.
(88.9 x 216 mm to
102 x 292.7 mm)
NOTE: Your photofinisher will generally provide 4 x 6, 4 x 7, and 4 x 11.5 in. (102 x 152, 102 x 178, and 102 x 292.7 mm) sizes. Some local printers may offer 3.5 x 5, 3.5 x 6, and 3.5 x 8.5 in. (88.9 x 127, 88.9 x 152, and 88.9 x 216 mm) sizes.

Using the focus lock (model C400 AF)

The C400 AF camera automatically focuses on whatever is within the auto-focus (AF) circle of the viewfinder eyepiece. To get a sharp picture, make sure the AF circle is on your main subject.

If you want to take a picture with the subject positioned outside of the AF circle, use the focus lock as follows:

  1. Place the AF circle on the subject that you want focused in the picture.

  2. Partially depress and hold the SHUTTER BUTTON to lock the focus position.
  3. While still partially depressing the shutter button, move the camera until your subject is where you want it within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE.

  4. Press the shutter button completely down to take the picture.

Tips for better pictures

  • Keep your pictures simple. Move close enough to your subject so it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 2.6 ft (0.8 m) with the C400 AF and 3.3 ft (1.0 m) with the C300 Auto.
  • Take pictures at the subject's level. Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets.
  • Hold your camera vertically to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or a single person.
  • Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, a window, or even the rails of a fence.
  • Keep the sun behind you. This provides the best subject illumination.

Owner's Manual Contents
Regulatory Information | Camera Identification | Attaching the Strap | Loading the Batteries | Loading the Film | Taking Pictures | Taking Flash Pictures | Selecting the Flash and Self-Timer Modes | Unloading the Film | Caring for Your Camera | Troubleshooting | Specifications