Last update 15 October’09 – Review and Sample Photos @ DigitalCameraInfo
Kodak Easyshare Z950 announced on July 29, 2009 is an image stabilized 12 megapixel 10x optical zoom compact digital camera that features a 3 inch LCD, HD video recording, scene detection, intelligent image processing – reduces noise and clears up dark shadows, ISO range from 100 to 3200, camera dimensions are W × H × D: 4.3 × 2.6 × 1.4 in. and it weighs 8.2 oz (223 g).
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Review Index – (updated 15 October’09)
DigitalCameraInfo
“It’s not that we don’t like the Z950; it does a good job of what it does. But there are just other cameras that cost about the same and do a better job. And the other cameras (such as our comparison cameras shown below) also include an A/V out cable, which Kodak charges you $25 for.”
ComputerActive
“Verdict: Includes more features and has a better build quality than most cameras at this price Good points: Good build quality; small dimensions; large zoom range Bad points: Disappointing in low light; slow to respond on some settings; slightly bulkier than competitors”
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Trusted Reviews
“The Z950 could have been a really good camera. It has decent build quality, looks good and handles well, with accessible controls. It has optional manual exposure features that others in its class lack, and the HD video with optical zoom is a nice extra. It’s a real shame that it’s let down so badly by extremely slow performance.”
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PCW
“Good points Good build quality; small dimensions; large zoom range Bad points Disappointing in low light; slow to respond on some settings; slightly bulkier than competitors”
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About.com
“My Kodak EasyShare Z950 review shows an easy-to-use digital camera that provides an interesting mix of automatic and manual control features that work surprisingly well together … and all for a a price tag that’s easy to justify.”
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PhotographyBlog
“It’s been a long time since we’ve come across a Kodak camera that, for the price, seems to pretty much have it all: 12 megapixel stills, 10x optical zoom range, relatively compact dimensions, sophisticated styling, ruggedly substantial build, a full complement of manual controls alongside the fully automatic, plus high definition movies that make the most of the extent of the camera’s broad (for its class) focal range. Therefore we’re happy to flag up the Kodak EasyShare Z950 as a best buy.”
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Steve’s Digicams
“This is an incredibly versatile and easy-to-use digicam. With its 12-Megapixel imaging sensor, 10x optical zoom lens with OIS, auto scene recognition and 720 HD video recording, you’ll be hard pressed to find a camera with more high-end features in this price range. Although it was a little slow in our performance tests, the image quality and versatility of the 10x zoom lens make it an excellent camera for shooting in all scenarios.”
DigitalCameraReview
“Overall, I was pleased with the Kodak EasyShare Z950. It has many automatic features that make it easy for beginners along with manual exposure controls for more ambitious users. Its ergonomics are very good, with a couple of minor exceptions. While it’s not the fastest camera on the block in starting up and shutting down, it is relatively quick in performing other functions.”
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Press Release
London, July 29, 2009 — Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced the newest additions to the KODAK EASYSHARE Digital Camera family, all featuring Kodak’s Smart Capture technology that consistently delivers high quality images in nearly any environment.
Leading the new introductions is the KODAK EASYSHARE Z950 Digital Camera, offering a 10X image stabilised Schneider-Kreuznach optical zoom lens that provides maximum versatility for avid photographers to easily handle both distant and close-up shots. It also incorporates Kodak’s innovative Smart Capture feature, which automatically adjusts focus, flash, and exposure for a great picture in virtually any setting.
“The KODAK EASYSHARE Z950 Digital Camera enables consumers to effortlessly get brilliant shot after brilliant shot,” says Carolyn Walsh, Product Sales Director, CDG, FPG, UK & Ireland. “You can capture great pictures as you move from daytime to night and from family shots to landscapes. And the Z950 delivers all this in a compact form that makes it easy to take anywhere.”
Image quality in the new camera is enhanced by a SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Optical Zoom Lens with image stabilisation. Walsh notes that the precision optics of the lens integrate with the camera’s design and technology to deliver high resolution, minimum shading and low distortion.
“The combination of these features plus a 12 MP sensor makes the Z950 a compact digital capture powerhouse, with outstanding image quality and ease of use at an affordable price,” says Walsh.
The full feature set of the new KODAK EASYSHARE Z950 Digital Camera includes:
- 12 MP sensor (for prints up to 30”x40”);
- Crisp and bright 3″ LCD
- Kodak’s innovative Smart Capture feature, which automatically identifies the scene and adjusts camera settings for beautiful pictures in virtually any environment
- Capture challenging action shots without delay with fast click-to-capture speed (<0.3 seconds)
- Stunning HD picture and video capture
- Included Li-ion rechargeable batteries
- Face detection that locates faces and automatically adjusts camera settings for great shots of friends and family
- Advanced video features include audio capture, playback, on-camera editing, and prints from video
- High ISO for great results in low-light and fast-action settings (up to 3200*1)
- SDHC (high capacity)/SD card compatibility and 32 MB internal memory.*2
The new KODAK EASYSHARE Z950 Digital Camera will retail for £199.99 from September, 2009.
“Memorable moments worth capturing and sharing can pop up in an instant, and the slim design of the KODAK EASYSHARE M381 Digital Camera enables consumers to take it anywhere those moments may happen,” says Walsh.
Even when the picture you want is far away, the M381 brings you closer without moving an inch, thanks to a 5X optical zoom lens. “Plus, you’ll take great pictures in just about any situation, thanks to our Smart Capture technology,” Walsh adds.
Accessories
A range of accessories will be available for these new KODAK EASYSHARE Digital Cameras including KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Batteries and battery charger kits; KODAK SD and SDHC High Performance Memory Cards; KODAK Camera Bags and much more.
*1 ISO 3200 available at 3.1 MP setting or less in PASM modes.
*2 32 MB internal memory/20 MB available for picture storage.
