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KODAK EASYSHARE Z712 IS Zoom Digital Camera

Superior performance. Superb picture quality.

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Overview

Enter into the world of high zoom and optical image stabilization with the KODAK EASYSHARE Z712 IS Zoom Digital Camera. This best-in-class* performance camera solves many photographic challenges for aspirational photographers. It’s also very affordable, making it a solid alternative to expensive DSLRs. Whether you’re high up in the bleachers or in the great outdoors, the Z712 IS puts the entire world within your reach.

Powerful zoom, precision optics

  • The all glass 12X SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Optical Zoom Lens (36–432 mm) zooms in fast to deliver extraordinary creative performance
  • Fast f/2.8–f/4.8

Optical image stabilization

  • Capture sharp, steady shots when shooting at long zoom ranges
  • Optical mechanical image stabilization automatically minimizes camera shake to deliver sharper pictures

Best-in-class[1]click-to-capture speed

  • 0.26-second click-to-capture speed means you can capture that challenging action shot without delay

7.1 MP resolution

  • The 7.1 MP sensor delivers excellent resolution for prints up to 30 × 40 in.—you can crop your pictures and still get stunning quality
  • Seven resolution settings give you the freedom to pick the one that’s right for you

High ISO mode

Capture the details in low light or fast action situations.

  • Faster shutter speeds mean you can capture scenes in low light and fast action
  • The camera automatically selects from ISO 80 to ISO 1600 based on lighting conditions
  • ISO 3200 available at 1.2 MP setting

KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology

Make your pictures as vivid as the moment you took them, right on camera.

  • Print better, brighter pictures
  • Relive your memories in richer detail
  • Clear up dark shadows to reveal more smiles

Exclusive KODAK Color Science Image Processing Chip

Capture natural details, accurate flesh tones, and breathtaking color with the KODAK Color Science Chip.

  • A new high speed digital processor chip, advanced algorithms, and hardware acceleration features let the Z712 IS make simultaneous, split-second decisions to produce rich, vibrant, true-to-life colors in almost any lighting situation
  • Every time you click the shutter, the KODAK Color Science Chip performs an instantaneous and advanced analysis of collected scene data to identify and adjust multiple factors that influence picture quality
  • Scene light source is detected and adjustments are made to capture bright whites and true, vivid colors under difficult lighting conditions—fluorescent, tungsten, or daylight
  • Scene content is analyzed for luminance, focal distance, subject matter orientation, and color to determine the correct exposure and capture the natural details, accurate flesh tones, and rich colors you see in your composition

2.5 in. (6.4 cm) color display

  • View pictures with brilliance and clarity on the high resolution indoor/outdoor 2.5 in. color display or the high resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF)
  • Whether you shoot your pictures vertically or horizontally, view them right-side-up with auto picture rotation
  • In review mode, quickly magnify up to 8X, fast scroll through pictures, or view multi-up
  • 32 MB[2]internal memory, SD/MMC card expansion slot lets you keep shooting longer

Simple to use creative control including video

Simple to use video features

  • Record VGA video (640 × 480) at 30 fps with sound
  • Zoom during video for increased versatility
  • Image stabilization enables steady capture
  • Capture more video while using less memory with MPEG-4 compression
  • Print multiple frames (4, 9, 16-up) on a 4 × 6 in. print
  • Save single frames and e-mail family and friends
  • Features audio capture, playback, and on-camera video editing

Picture enhancing and editing features

  • Capture and create consistently great pictures by utilizing features such as on-camera cropping, histogram, and panorama stitch mode

On-camera cropping

  • Crop in tight to see the important details

Histogram feature

  • Verify the exposure of your picture using the histogram feature on live view, quick view, and review

Panorama stitch mode

  • Create panoramic shots by combining up to three shots together into one large picture with panorama stitch mode

Smart scene mode

Capture stunning shots with ease—smart scene mode automatically selects the best scene mode for you.

  • Available modes include: portrait, night portrait, back light, candle light, flower, text, close-up, landscape, and snow/beach
  • If a scene mode cannot be detected, the camera will default to Auto

PASM for advanced creativity

Program auto, aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual modes

  • Program mode (P)—camera sets optimal shutter speed and aperture combination
  • Aperture priority mode (A)—you choose aperture, the camera sets shutter speed
  • Shutter priority mode (S)—you choose shutter speed, the camera sets aperture
  • Manual mode (M)— you choose both the aperture and shutter speed

Manual controls

  • Exposure compensation—±2.0 EV in 1/3 EV step increments
  • Aperture—f/2.8 (wide), f/4.8 (tele)
  • Shutter speed—automatic; 16–1/1000
  • ISO equivalents—(automatic) 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200[3]
  • Auto focus—TTL imager AF system
  • Exposure metering—multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot (zone tracks with 5 focus zone)
  • White balance—auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade
  • Flash mode—auto, off, fill, red-eye preflash

Manual scene modes

  • Portrait modes—portrait, night portrait, backlight
  • Landscape modes—landscape, night landscape, fireworks
  • Bright scene modes – sport, beach, and snow
  • Action modes – sport and children
  • Close-up modes—flower
  • Text/Documents mode—ensures sharp text when photographing documents
  • Manner/Museum mode—use when sound or flash are not desired

5 color modes

  • High color
  • Low color
  • Natural color
  • Black and white
  • Sepia

The simple way to share

The Z712 IS is part of the KODAK EASYSHARE System, so sharing your pictures is amazingly simple. Just press Share.

On-camera Share button

  • Sharing starts right on the back of the camera
  • Have a picture you want to share? Tag it using the exclusive on-camera Share button and it will be ready to print or e-mail later
  • Use the Favorites feature to keep special pictures close

KODAK EASYSHARE Software (included)

The simplest way to find, create, and share.

  • The award-winning, elegant design makes your pictures the star of the show for a more enjoyable viewing experience
  • English, French, and German photo card templates turn pictures into 4 × 6 in. announcements, invitations, holiday cards, and more, right at home
  • Get more out of KODAK EASYSHARE Software with a variety of useful tips
  • Use KODAK EASYSHARE Software to access your pictures at the KODAK EASYSHARE Gallery—then view, edit, and save them to My Collection
  • Automatically print better, brighter pictures, time after time, with KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology and our award winning KODAK Printers and Printer Docks

KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock Series 3 (optional accessory)

  • Transfers your pictures and charges your battery at the touch of a button
  • Instantly uploads pictures to your computer for viewing, printing, and e-mailing
  • Charges your KODAK Camera Battery in less than 3.5 hours[4]
  • USB connection (USB 2.0 full speed compliant)

Simple ways to print your pictures at home

Real KODAK Pictures are just a touch away with our convenient home printing options.

KODAK EASYSHARE Printer Docks (optional accessory)

  • High quality, real KODAK Pictures in seconds with the touch of a button
  • Worry-free prints—get waterproof, stain-resistant, wipeable prints that last a lifetime[5]with KODAK XTRALIFE™ Lamination
  • Compact and portable so you can take the fun with you for anytime, anywhere picture printing and sharing
  • Recharges your KODAK Camera Battery in 3.5 hours or less[6]

KODAK EASYSHARE Photo Printer 500 (optional accessory)

  • Print real KODAK Pictures from digital media cards and USB devices, including PictBridge-enabled digital cameras
  • View and edit on the large 3.5 in.display
  • Works with or without a computer
  • Features KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology for better, brighter prints
  • Features red-eye reduction
  • Wireless capability (Wi-Fi ready[7], BLUETOOTH® Wireless Technology enabled)

Ready to go—right out of the box

Unpack the Z712 IS and you're ready to shoot. It doesn't get any easier.

  • KODAK EASYSHARE Z712 IS Zoom Digital Camera
  • KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3
  • USB and audio/video cables
  • Lens cap with strap
  • Neck strap
  • Getting Started Guide with KODAK EASYSHARE Software
  • Custom camera insert for optional KODAK EASYSHARE Camera and Printer Docks
  • 1Among high-zoom, image stabilized digital cameras as of November 2006.
  • 232 MB internal memory/28 MB available for picture storage (1 MB equals one million bytes).
  • 3ISO 3200 available at 1.2 MP setting.
  • 4Actual battery charging time may vary by camera model.
  • 5Under typical home display conditions.
  • 6Actual battery charging time may vary by camera model.
  • 7With the optional KODAK Wi-Fi® Card.
  • Specifications


    Product Specifications

    Standard features
    Sensor type

    1/2.5 in. CCD

    CCD total pixels

    7.4 MP (3152 × 2342)

    Effective pixels

    7.1 MP (3081 × 2313)

    Lens

    36–432 mm (35 mm equiv.) f/2.8–4.8 SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Lens

    Zoom

    12X optical, 4.2X advanced digital, total zoom range 50X

    Image stabilizer

    optical

    Shutter speed

    1/2–1/1000 sec. in 1/3 step increments

    LCD

    2.5 in. (6.4 cm) high resolution (115k pixels) indoor/outdoor color TFT display, 5 level brightness adjustments

    Viewfinder

    high resolution (230k pixels) electronic, 100% field of view

    Storage

    32 MB internal memory[1]available, SD/MMC card expansion slot

    Auto focus
    Focus Type

    TTL imager AF system

    Modes

    normal AF, macro AF, infinity AF, manual

    Focus range

    • auto wide: 1.6 ft (0.5 m)–infinity
    • auto tele: 3.9 ft (1.2 m)–infinity
    • macro wide: 4.7 in.–2.0 ft (12–60 cm)
    • macro tele: 2.0–4.3 ft (60 cm–1.3 m)

    Focus

    single, continuous

    Auto focus zones

    TTL multi-zone AF, center zone AF, selectable zone AF (5 zones)

    AF (Auto Focus) assist light

    yes

    Exposure control
    ISO sensitivity

    auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200[2]

    Metering modes

    multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot (zone tracks with 5 focus zones)

    Compensation

    ±2.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps

    Bracketing

    ±1.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps, 3 images

    AE (Auto Exposure) lock

    when shutter button pressed

    Histogram

    display on live view, quick view, and review

    White balance

    auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade

    Flash
    Range

    • 1.6–15.4 ft (0.5–4.7 m) at wide, ISO 140
    • 3.9–8.9 ft (1.2–2.7 m) at tele, ISO 140

    Modes

    auto, red eye pre-flash, fill, off

    Compensation

    -1 to +1 EV in 1/3 steps

    Shooting specifications
    Drive modes

    single shot, first burst (2 fps up to 6 frames), last burst (2 fps last 6 frames), self timer (10 sec.), two-shots self-timer (10 sec.), delay shutter (2 sec.), exposure bracketing (3 shots)

    Shooting modes

    sport, SCN, high ISO and smart scene via auto, P (program), A (aperture priority), S (shutter priority), M (manual), video

    Scene modes

    portrait, night portrait, landscape, night landscape, flower, sunset, backlight, candle light, manner/museum, text, beach, snow, fireworks, children, panorama stitch

    Click to capture

    < 0.26 sec. (preview on) wide

    Shot to shot

    < 1.2 sec.

    Still capture
    Still format

    JPEG/EXIF v2.21

    Picture size

    • 7.1 MP (3072 × 2304)—prints up to 30 × 40 in. (76 × 102 cm)
    • 6.3 MP (3072 × 2048)—3:2, optimized ratio for 4 × 6 in. (10 × 15 cm) prints
    • 5.0 MP (2592 × 1944)—prints up to 20 × 30 in. (50 × 76 cm)
    • 3.1 MP (2048 × 1536)—prints up to 8 × 10 in. (20 × 25 cm)
    • 2.2 MP (1800 × 1200)—3:2
    • 2.1 MP (1920 × 1080)—16:9
    • 1.2 MP (1280x960)—email, small prints

    Color modes

    high color, natural color (default), low color, sepia, black and white

    Sharpness

    high, normal (default), low

    Review options

    view by date, view by album, view by image storage, selected, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology, crop, protect or unprotect, slide show, copy, multi-up

    Editing

    on-camera crop, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology

    Video capture
    Format

    QUICKTIME MPEG 4 with audio recording and playback

    Quality

    VGA (640 × 480) at 30 fps, QVGA (320 × 240) at 30 fps

    Length

    continuous up to 80 min. based on memory capacity

    Review options

    view by image storage, selected, protect, album, date; make picture, edit video, protect, action print (4, 9, 16-up), bookmarks, slide show, copy, multi-up

    Editing

    make picture from video (1, 4, 9, 16-up), trim

    Customization
    Custom settings

    LCD brightness, capture frame grid, image stabilizer control, quick view, advanced digital zoom setting, orientation sensor, sound, volume, date & time setting, auto power off, video out setting, language, image storage, album

    Sharing
    Favorites

    slide show, multi-up, setup menu, direct Favorites

    Share

    print, print all, e-mail, Favorites, cancel print

    Physical specifications
    I/O interface

    A/V output (NTSC or PAL, user-selectable), exclusive KODAK Camera Dock/Printer Dock Interface, digital (USB 2.0) connection

    Power

    optional KODAK EASYSHARE Docks with KODAK Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack; 1 lithium battery CRV3; optional KODAK Li-ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000

    Dedicated buttons

    power switch, shutter button, mode dial (high ISO, smart scene, sport, SCN, P, A, S, M, video, Favorite), zoom switch, EVF/LCD, drive, focus, flash, info, review, 5-way switch, Share, menu, delete, jog dial

    Tripod mount

    ¼ in. standard

    Dimensions

    W × H × D: 4.1 × 2.9 × 2.7 in. (103.6 × 74.2 × 69.7 mm)

    Weight

    10.6 oz (300 g)

    Compatibility
    Dock compatibility

    See the Dock Compatibility Chart

    Direct printing

    KODAK EASYSHARE Photo Printer 500, IMAGELINK print system compatible, PictBridge-enabled

    Software

    works with KODAK EASYSHARE Software

    Package Contents

    • KODAK EASYSHARE Z712 IS Zoom Digital Camera
    • KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3
    • USB and audio/video cables
    • Lens cap with strap
    • Neck strap
    • KODAK EASYSHARE Software
    • Getting Started Guide
    • Custom camera insert for optional KODAK EASYSHARE Camera and Printer Docks

    Warranty

    one year

    System Requirements

    WINDOWS

    • WINDOWS XP or higher
    • INTERNET EXPLORER 6.0 or higher

    MACINTOSH

    • MACINTOSH OS X 10.3 or higher
    • SAFARI 1.1 or higher

    Hardware

    • 600 MHz processor or greater
    • 128 MB RAM
    • 200 MB hard drive disk space available
    • CD-ROM drive
    • Available USB port
    • Color monitor, 800 × 600 display resolution, 16-bit minimum
  • 132 MB internal memory/28 MB available for picture storage (1 MB equals one million bytes).
  • 2ISO 3200 available at 1.2 MP setting.
  • Accessories

    Recommended Accessories

    All Compatible Accessories

    = Recommended

    Memory Cards & Readers

    SDHC High-Speed Card / 32 GB
    Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.

    #KSD32GHSBNA100

    Out of Stock

    $129.95
    $77.97


     
    SDHC High-Speed Card / 8 GB
    Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.

    #8434979

    In Stock

    $49.95
    $29.97


     
    SDHC High-Speed Card / 4 GB
    Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.

    #8386864

    In Stock

    $29.95
    $17.97


     
    SDHC Memory Card / 4 GB
    A lot of memory for lots of memories.

    #1212349

    Out of Stock

    $22.95
    $13.77


     
    SDHC Memory Card / 4 GB
    A lot of memory for lots of memories.

    #KSD4GBFJ

    Out of Stock

    $22.95
    $13.77


     
    SD Memory Card / 2 GB
    Secure your pictures with the brand you trust.

    #1299379

    Out of Stock

    $14.95
    $8.97


     

    Tripods & Mounts

    Digital Camera Tripod / Mini
    Super-convenient tripod in a mini table-top size.
    • Perfect for table-top use
    • Extendable legs and rubber feet
    • Titling head

    #1098243

    In Stock

    $14.99
    $8.99


     

    Cables

    USB Cable, Model U-8
    Transfer your pictures to a computer fast and easy.
    • Connect your camera to your computer
    • Transfers your pictures and videos

    #1955137

    In Stock

    $24.99
    $14.99


     

    Universal

    Essential Zoom Camera Case / Black
    Protect your long-zoom camera.
    • Ideal for long-zoom digital cameras
    • Rugged, heavy-duty
    • Adjustable shoulder strap

    #8000374

    In Stock

    $19.99
    $11.99


     
    Essential Tripod / Large 52
    Perfect for photographers on the run.
    • Lightweight
    • Folds for easy storage
    • Carrying case included

    #8001281

    In Stock

    $29.99
    $17.99