Latest - Video Review at TigerTV (added 09 November ‘07)
Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS features:
- 7.1 megapixels
- Optical image stabilized
- 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) LCD, 12X SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Optical Zoom Lens
- 32 MB internal memory
- ISO range up to 1600
Reviews - (updated 22 October ‘07)
| PCMag |  |
| DCResource | |
| CNET.co.uk |  |
| Trusted Reviews | |
| DPExpert | |
| CNET Australia |  |
| CNET | |
| Megapixel | |
| ePhotozine | |
| Good Gear Guide | |
| DigitalCameraInfo |  |
 |
PCMag - 22 October’07 - reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and when push goes to shove the reviewer admits this zoom just does not stack up against the completion. Here’s and excerpt from their review -
“When it comes to shooting speed and responsiveness, the Z712 IS once again performs well enough to meet the needs of many snapshot photographers, but is likely to disappoint avid shooters who are used to SLR-level performance. Although it has a minimal shutter lag, an excellent boot-up speed, and very good recycle time between two shots, the Z712 IS will slow down after taking several photos in a row, pausing for a processing break between photos that can result in missed shots.”]
DCResource - 24 September’07 - reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and writes;
“All things considered, the EasyShare Z712 IS offers a lot of bang for the buck. It’s not the best ultra zoom camera on the market, but it’s arguably the best one for under $250. I can recommend the Z712 to just about everyone, with the exception being those of you who shoot in mixed or unusual lighting, in which case you’ll want a camera white custom white balance.”
CNET.co.uk tests the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and writes;
“The Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS is a flexible, well-specced camera in a highly portable body. Image quality can be excellent, thanks to a great lens, but there are a few gripes. Overzealous compression and slow processing, along with some clunky controls and a poor viewfinder, make this camera less fun than it should be.”
Trusted Reviews reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and notes the camera’s performance is above average. However, the dynamic range of the camera is not up to speed and it delivers images with a lot of black shadows and blasted out highlights. The low light performance is what really caught the eye of the reviewer, and in his words described it as exceptional. Combined with the optical image stabilization and the Z712 IS turns into a really low light performer.
Bottom Line: Very cool super zoom with very good picture quality but the wimpy small sensor brings the camera’s overall score down.
DPExpert reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and once they had the proper sharpness and saturation dialed in they had a much better appreciation for the camera. Interesting perspective, the reviewer indicated the at ISO 400 the images looked like pictures taken with film with that same speed, meaning the digital noise was tight and appeared more like grain.
Bottom Line: Fine detail resolution and exposures were spot on and the average point-and-shoot photographer should be thrilled using this camera.
CNET Australia reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and likes that the camera produces great sharp photos even at 12x optical zoom and yet the reviewer was not impressed with the 12cm minimum effective macro focus. Image noise was not noticeable until above ISO 800. Battery capacity allowed the reviewer to flash shoot late into the evening at a party without running out of power.
Bottom Line: On the outside this may look like other digital camera but underneath the hood it’s a solid performer, perfect for casual photographers or those who are ready to experiment with advanced shooting modes.
CNET reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS and feels that if your after the fast shot and really need the reach of the 12x zoom of the Z712 then this is your camera. Truth is, even more aggressive shooters who like to fiddle with manual controls will like this camera. And beyond the pulling power of the 12x zoom the Z712 delivers quality photos. On the down side if you take a magnifying glass to your photos then the artifacts the review found in his images will probably turn you off.
Bottom Line: At this price it going to be a long hard look to find anything to beat the Z712.
Megapixel - 7/5/2007 - reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 and writes - “The Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS is good value for the money. The compression at the highest image quality is a bit stronger than we would like, and the LCD monitor not as crisp as some others. But the camera’s capacity to reproduce colours faithfully and the generally good characteristics of the lens, and the fact it includes a very effective stabilization system make it a worthwhile camera.”
ePhotozine - 6/29/2007 - reviews the Kodak EasyShare Z712 and writes - “There are some excellent features on the Z712 like the good lens, low ISO speeds, 12x optical zoom and panoramic stitch feature and is let down in other places like the Auto mode giving better portrait results than the portrait mode, the use of the wheel to change the ISO annoyed me and the favourites area seems a waste of space. However, if you are after a small SLR style camera with a large zoom and packed with features, then this camera meets those requirements and is worth considering.”
Good Gear Guide - 6/29/2007 - reviews the Kodak EasyShare P712 and writes - “Aside from the image stabilization, the feature-set is fairly standard, although the absence of manual white balance is troubling. Instead, you have a variety of presets to choose from; auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent and open shade. ISO sensitivities extend to ISO 1600, and the usual array of shutter, aperture and program priority as well as full manual mode are on offer. The burst mode operates quite speedily at three frames per second, but it’s limited to just three shots. There is also an exposure bracketing mode and the regular selection of metering and focus options.”
DigitalCameraInfo - 3/28/2007 - has completed a first impression review of the 7.1 megapixel Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS zoom digital camera and writes’ “In the increasingly crowded high-zoom, SLR-like digital camera market, consumers are faced with many options. These cameras offer the feel of a SLR in a smaller size with many automatic options. Some manufacturers are offering solid examples and are also constantly improving the category. While the Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS offers some new technologies, like Perfect Touch and their new Color Science Image Processing Chip, its major selling point is the price. If you want a high-zoom camera with a lightweight design at an affordable price, this camera will suffice. However, if you are drawn to this camera because of its “Easy†designation, don’t be fooled, most cameras in this category have a full auto mode and will function as a direct point and shoot. For those interested in the Z712 IS, it will likely serve your needs, it just may not provide as much control or the image quality of its competitors.”
Videos
Sample Photos
[Sample Test Photos at DCResource]
[Sample Photos at Trusted Reviews]
[Sample Photos at DPExpert]
[Sample Photos at Megapixel]
[Sample Test Photos at Pbase]
[Sample Test Photos at flickr]
Specifications
[Official Kodak Specifications]
Owners Manual
Competitive Cameras
Other cameras that compete with the Z712 IS are:
|
Press Release
London, June 20 Eastman Kodak Company today announced the KODAK EASYSHARE P712 zoom digital camera, setting a new performance benchmark for the consumer “superzoom†category. Its precision auto-focus system with best-in-class click-to-capture rate - literally faster than the blink of an eye, at less than 1/10th of a second (0.07 seconds) - helps photographers get the exact shots they want, whether action on a sports field or children on the playground.
Pages: 1 2
{ 1 comment… read it below or add one }
Gadg 10.23.07 at 6:39 am
On description, next good camera. And something new appeared. Because a long time ago Panasonic have already presented camera with better descriptions for a moderate price (10Mpix)