Typical price: £180
What is it: Lightweight 12x superzoom
What we think: Some unwieldy controls can't overshadow a great 12x zoom lens and capable optical image stabilisation
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 28 August 2007
Tags: Kodak, Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS, manual focus, manual control, LCD screen
We like:
Great lens; optical image stabilisation; small yet grippable
We don't like:
Some clunky controls; compression artefacts; slow processing; horrible viewfinder
You might also need:
Camera case or bag
CNET UK judgement:
The Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS has a few minor flaws but none that really outweigh the quality of the giant 12x zoom lens and efficient optical image stabilisation system. Although processing is slow and some of the controls feels unwieldy, image quality is excellent
Full review:
The Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS is a 7.1-megapixel superzoom digital camera. It is available now for around £180. Quite a respectable price tag, as it includes a number of features associated with SLR cameras but all in a lightweight frame closer to compact size. Continue Reading...
Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS History
24 Aug 2007 in Reviews
Superzoom cameras combine the versatility of a big zoom lens -- typically ranging from around 30 to 300mm (35mm equivalent) -- with the convenience of an all-in-one camera...
13 Aug 2007 in Crave
Kodak Easyshare Z712 IS: Zoom zoom zoom
The Kodak Easyshare Z712 IS packs an enormous 12x zoom and other SLR-like features into a lightweight frame for snapping things far away
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