KODAK ADVANTIX C650 Zoom Camera-Taking Pictures

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KODAK ADVANTIX C650 Zoom Camera
Taking Pictures

You can take Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H-High Definition Television prints, which are the same aspect ratio as the TV for CD interface capabilities), 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.

Move the ON/OFF SWITCH to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the flash.
Move the FORMAT-SELECTOR LEVER to select desired format (C, H, or P). The viewfinder will change to show the selected field of view.
Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE. For a sharp picture, stand at least 2 ft (0.6 m) from your subject.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to take the picture.

Typical print sizes (formats)

C
Classic H
Group (HDTV) P
Panoramic

3.5 in. x 5 in.
or
4 x 6 in. 3.5 x 6 in.
or
4 x 7 in. 3.5 x 8.5 in.
to
4 x 11.5 in.

(88.9 x 127 mm
or
102 x 152 mm) (88.9 x 152 mm
or
102 x 178 mm) (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

This 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:

Place the AF circle on the subject that you want focused in the picture.
Partially depress and hold the SHUTTER BUTTON to lock the focus position.
While still partially depressing the SHUTTER BUTTON, move the camera until your subject is where you want it within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON completely down to take the picture.

Using the zoom lens

This camera has a motorized zoom lens that lets you select the ideal lens-focal length for taking pictures. When you turn the camera on, it is initially set to the wide-angle position.

Move the ON/OFF SWITCH to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the flash.
Move the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER to the left to the wide-angle position to zoom away from the subject. Move the lever to the right to the telephoto position to zoom closer to the subject.
Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to take the picture.

The lens barrel will automatically return to the wide-mode position after approximately 3 minutes.

Tips for better pictures

Move close enough to your subject so it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 2 ft (0.6 m).
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.