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 enlarge | Brand: Kodak
Category: Photography
List Price: $229.95
Buy New: $159.95
You Save: $70.00 (30%)
New (14) Used (6) Refurbished (2) from $137.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  160 reviews
Sales Rank: 1913
Color: GRAY
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
System Memory: 32
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 12
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 432
Minimum Focal Length: 36
Maximum Resolution: 7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 4 x 2.5 x 1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 1699511
Model: 1699511
UPC: 041778991589
EAN: 0041778991589
ASIN: B000NOQVQK
Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Could Be Better November 10, 2008
It would be a great camera if every feature worked. It won't take video, which is not why I bought it, but don't tell me about it if it won't actually work. It tends to "lock up" quite frequently and the only way to "unlock" it is to open the battery cover and "reboot" so to speak. I have lost several non-repeatable shots because of this. I shouldn't have to ship it back to correct the problem which I feel is an unnecessary hassle.
 Popup flash stops popping up November 2, 2008
The popup flash is a big issue with camera like this. The popup flash stopped popping up for my camera and the camera is basically useless. The camera also shuts down every once in a while for no reason and I miss precious shots. I loved the camera initially because of all the features it has but now I hate it.
Great Camera October 6, 2008
Many people have complained about the camera...most particularly battery life. I bought these batteries Energizer - e AA Lithium Battery and used one pair for a week in the mountains in Switzerland (extreme temperatures) with absolutely NO PROBLEMS!
Great pictures!
Great Zoom...made a friend with a Canon SLR jealous of the quality of picture I was taking. It's not an slr, but it sure takes a good picture!
A very nice camera, but not without it's flaws October 5, 2008
For the price, the Kodak Z712IS is a very valuable camera. It can be had as low as $140 depending on the sellers that come across here on Amazon, which is amazing. The 712IS's auto mode has a pretty accurate focus, and it is quite snappy (fast) at doing so. The auto mode is probably what the vast majority of consumers will use on Z712IS, and I can say that the auto mode works quite well.
Additionally, if you're that budding photo hobbyist (like me) who isn't quite ready to jump to DSLR, this camera is for you. On top of the image stabilized 12X zoom, the Z712IS has Aperture, Shutter and Full Manual modes - plus a nifty jog dial to navigate through these settings. You can take some dazzling photos if you fully understand this camera's features.
Keep in mind though, these settings can in no way replace the flexibility of a DSLR. To me, it's more like getting a taste of how a DSLR may or may not function.
Pros:
-12X Zoom, Image Stabilizer
-Manual Modes
-Very quick and snappy
-Electronic Viewfinder, perfect for sunny days when you can't see the LCD
-"Perfect Touch" option improves a lot of dark photos
-Solid & well constructed for the most part.
-Cheap!!!
Cons:
-Lens MUST be exposed if you turn it on... even just to review pics!
-Door for the SD memory cards is a bit flimsy
-Battery life is sub par. But please note that this camera only operates correctly on lithium batteries! It even says so on the battery door. For those of you rating this camera low because you're using NiMH batteries, try reading the instructions! Personally, I bought 3rd party rechargeable batteries right here on Amazon, and they work great.
-A minor con, but the lens cap must be laced through the neck strap.
All in all, this camera is worth it if you can find it cheap (below 200), which isn't difficult. I've used it for about 2 months now, and have taken about 900 photos. I am very happy with it!
 Great Camera September 24, 2008
This is a great camera. The pictures are clear and sharp, features are easy to use. This is my second digital camera, I did NOT like my first one, but decided to try one more and I am so glad I did. Recommend this camera to anyone wanting a camera that has zoom, large viewing area, and easy to use extras.
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