It just started this and the camera is about 7 years old.
I might have suggested the face detection calibration might be out, but 7 years ago I don't think such technology was available...let alone on a Kodak Easyshare.
In order to ascertain why this 'phenomena' is occuring, you can try 1. disabling red-eye reduction,
2. adjusting distance between you and subject,
3. check lens hasn't got a small scratch or dirt on it. Especially if the black lips occur on images about the same proximity of the frame.
Other than those tips, it's quite hard to know what's going on. If you had a link to a photo perhaps it might help diagnose your problem. I won't say "your camera's just old..." because I still own 10 year old systems which are working fine.
SOURCE: The pictures I take with my Kodak digital camera are not clear
One or more causes may result in unclear (blurry) pictures. Some common causes and suggested solutions are listed below. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens according to the guidelines for your camera model. The subject was too close to the camera. Make sure that you are far enough away from your subject. Each camera model has recommended distances for normal, telephoto (zoom), wide-angle, and close-up pictures. The subject was farther than the effective range of the flash. Each camera model has an effective flash range. The camera did not autofocus or autoexpose the picture correctly. For best Autofocus/Autoexposure function, press the shutter button halfway down and hold. When the AF/AE Indicator (Ready Light on some cameras) turns green, press the shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture. If the yellow light blinks, release the shutter button. (On some models, the light will also blink yellow if the shutter speed is too slow.) You did not use the LCD screen Preview feature to take a picture in Close-Up mode. When the camera is in Close-Up mode, always use the Preview feature, both to confirm focus and to aim the camera properly. If you do not do this, the viewfinder will not show you an accurate view of the picture because of parallax error. The subject or camera moved while you took the picture. Place the camera on a flat, stable surface, and hold the camera very steady. Or use a copy stand or tripod – especially advisable at telephoto or high-zoom settings, or in low light.
SOURCE: View images on TV
Hi again: About the black and white pictures on the TV... not normal I think... I have never seen your camera model but a common thing can happen to any camera!! Have you already tryed to connect the camera to your TV using a AC Adapter (D-AC8 in your case)? Are the connections Ok? You're connecting following the manual instructions? If you don't have it download it... :) http://www.pentaximaging.com/files/manual/OptioS5i_Web.pdf Regards
SOURCE: CAMERA ON AND OFF PROBLEM
Kodak Technical Support is the place to go If it is a young camera the warranty will get you a replacement if out of warranty - get ready to buy the next camera.
SOURCE: My Kodak V530 is able to turn on,but all black in LCD
You press where the screen connects to the camera. Mine came lose because my 2 year old droped it. Glad you got it working
SOURCE: Kodak z612 black screen!
I have the same problem with my Z612 and seemed to have found a solution that works for me. I discovered that if I turn the dial to the Favorites mode then back to Auto mode it resets the shutter/CCD and begins to work again. Obviously your mileage will vary but I hope this solution works for you as well.
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