|
| 
 enlarge
| Brand: Kodak
Category: Photography
Buy New: $290.00
New (2) Used (4) Refurbished (2) from $91.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  93 reviews
Sales Rank: 14307
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
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: 420
Minimum Focal Length: 35
Maximum Resolution: 6.
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 4.5 x 4 x 2.5
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: Z612
Model: Z612
UPC: 041771071851
EAN: 0041771071851
ASIN: B000DZHA6O
Release Date: June 12, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand new sealed in retail box
|
| Customer Reviews:
 Digital Powerhouse June 15, 2007
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I've had this camera for almost 2 weeks now--and so far I just love it. I bought it to replace a 4-year-old Minolta Dimage digital, which while it took good pictures was clearly outmoded, had a small screen that was unusable in daylight, an inadequate rangefinder viewfinder, and lousy battery life (even with Ni-MH rechargables). So I was ready for something new and more advanced.
After doing lots of homework reading specs and customer reviews, I settled on the Z612 Kodak. What initially attracted me was the 12X zoom, which I couldn't be happier with. But the other features are equally good. The LCD screen is spectacular and I can't say enough for the electronic viewfinder, which is bright and clear (I generally am used to the "put the camera up to the eye" mode of picture taking, so I love the EVF). So far I've only taken photos indoors, mostly of my cats and husband, (which means with flash) but they have all come out sharp, clear, and with terrific color. After finally figuring out how to work my fancy-schmansy HP photoprinter, I printed several 4X6 prints in 6 mp that are now hanging above my desk and are just amazing. I can't wait to get this thing out of doors.
I love the different shooting modes. The controls are very intuitive and easy to reach with the right hand while I have the camera up to my eye. The symbols for each function and mode in the viewfinder and LCD screen are easy to read and understand. I'm still learning, but have recently figured out burst mode, which will be great when I'm shooting from moving boats in Switzerland this summer.
So far battery seems find, but I will have to do more shooting to find out how long a charge lasts. I love that the battery and charger were included in the package. That's $20-30 right there in savings.
My only quibbles, not enough to downrate the camera is that I wish they'd included the full manual in the box. I had to download 90 pages and print them on my computer, which was a pain--and a waste of paper and ink. The little start-up manual that comes with the camera is not all that helpful, not to mention that I misplaced the English version and had to try to read the Spanish version.
The only other complaint is that the manual and website contains little information on what kind of memory the camera needs and how much it can handle. I took a leap of faith and bought a 2GB SD card, and, thankfully it works with the camera, but I had little to go on.
And finally, the price on the Kodak z612 cannot be beat -- in fact it was nearly half what I paid 4 years ago for the Minolta and is at least twice the camera.
All in all, I love this camera.
Great Camera June 12, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Just got my camera two weeks ago and so far I have no complaints. Excellent pictures, easy to use, I couldn't be happier.
Positive reviews sold me June 8, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased the Kodak EasyShare z612 based on the positive reviews on Amazon. I ck'd CNET and the review was negative...so I figured people who had the camera and were satisfied were the best bet for purchasing it. I have been delighted with the zoom...wow!! and the quality of photos...looking forward to years of use!!
Very detailed pictures June 7, 2007
I purchased 5 of these cameras for our Police Department. They have been raved about every since. This camera is a big large but the trade off is there isn't anything or any place this camera can not capture a great picture. From fingerprints to fast action shots this is the camera for you. Our department has really utilitzed this camera and the battery life is amazing. Even if it runs out of juice the charge up time is quick and it is back on the job. I really can't express in this amount of space how much this camera will surprise you. The quality of the picture is just amazing. As you can tell I wish I had one of these myself.
Great camera June 1, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I am not a professional photographer. However, I have found this camera is everything stated. Everyone is wowed by the zoom and sharp photos with super correct color. Many features that I am still experimenting with.
|
|
|
Disclaimer: This is an Amazon storefront - the products referenced on this site are manufactured and sold by other parties and sold through Amazon.com We make no representations regarding either the products or any information vendors offer about their products. Any questions, complaints, or claims regarding the products must be directed to the appropriate manufacturer or vendor, or to Amazon.com. |
| |
