Handy Hints.

 

To attach extra lenses to the DC120, you require an adaptor that extends the thread of the lens out past the plastic casing. Kodak have (had?) an adapter for this purpose. However, a normal 37mm UV filter will do the same job, and probably be cheaper. If you don't want the filter glass it can always be pushed out. A 37mm-37mm step ring will also work, but may be very hard to obtain.

When considering the purchase of an extra lens, such as a 2x telephoto extender, make sure that you either try the lens in-store with your DC120, or that the store has a money-back guarantee. This is because some accessory lenses will 'vignette' (cut off the corners of the picture) at certain zoom settings. You may need to try several different brands/types of lens to find one which does not cause this effect.

While the DC120 has a standard tripod socket, it is such a light-weight camera that you really only need a monopod (a one legged tripod, if you like) to keep it steady while shooting. This has the benefit of being lighter to carry than a tripod and easier to set up. The only time you would need a tripod, would be if you want to use the cameras' self-timer and there is no convenient place to put the camera down.

If you will not be using your DC120 for an extended period, say more that two weeks, remove all batteries from it, even if they are re-chargeable types. Re-chargeable batteries will leak if they are totally flattened over a long period (I have had this happen to me). The DC120 draws power from it's batteries even when the cover is closed (i.e. the camera is 'switched off').