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Kodak DC215 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Kodak DC215 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Kodak DC215 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Kodak DC215 manual and always important Kodak DC215 lens which makes the Kodak DC215 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Kodak DC215 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Kodak DC215 kit or bundle, is the Kodak DC215 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Kodak DC215 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Kodak DC215 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
DC215 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$349.00 |
| Street Price |
$199.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Date Available |
1999-11-01 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Weight |
380 g
13.3 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
With |
| Size |
115 x 68 x 43 mm
4.5 x 2.7 x 1.7 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1152x864, 640x480 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
1.00 |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| CCD Manufacturer |
Sharp |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
29 - 58 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
2.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
No |
| Auto Focus |
No |
| Manual Focus |
No |
| Normal Focus Range |
50 cm to Infinity
20.4 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
20 - 20 cm
8.2 - 8.2 in |
| Min Macro Area |
57 x 76 mm
2.2 x 3.0 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/16.0 |
| Max Aperture |
f/4.0 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/4-f/13.5 (wide angle), f/4.8-f/16 (telephoto) |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
90% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
100% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.8 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
140 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
1 |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Longest Shutter Time |
1/2 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/362 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Center Weighted |
| Spot Metering |
No |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Self Timer |
10 seconds |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
4 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Fill-In, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.0 |
| Flash Range Description |
1.6 |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1 |
| Memory Included (MB) |
4.0 |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| External Connections |
Serial |
| Included Software |
Adobe PhotoDeluxe MACINTOSH and WINDOWS); Adobe Pagemill (MACINTOSH and WINDOWS); ARCSoft PhotoPrinter Software Version 2.0; WINDOWS 95, 98 and NT 4.0 Mounter; TWAIN Acquire Module; Plug-in compatible with PHOTOSHOP Software |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0; Macintosh 7.6.1 or greater |
| Performance Timing |
Cycle Time Max Res |
11.4 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
10.2 seconds |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline, Lithium, NiCd, NiMH (4 NiMH recommended) |
| Batteries Included |
AA Alkaline (4) batteries |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Lens is fixed-focus zoom design. Somewhat soft for subjects at infinity, only one focusing distance (20cm) for macro shots. Easy user interface for novices. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Kodak DC215 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Kodak DC215 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Kodak DC215 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Kodak DC215 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Kodak DC215 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Kodak DC215 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Kodak DC215 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Kodak DC215 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Kodak DC215, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Kodak DC215 camera or Kodak DC215 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Kodak DC215 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Kodak DC215 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Kodak DC215 powergrip digital camera.
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