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Kodak EasyShare Z700 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Kodak EasyShare Z700 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Kodak EasyShare Z700 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Kodak EasyShare Z700 manual and always important Kodak EasyShare Z700 lens which makes the Kodak EasyShare Z700 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Kodak EasyShare Z700 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Kodak EasyShare Z700 kit or bundle, is the Kodak EasyShare Z700 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Kodak EasyShare Z700 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Kodak EasyShare Z700 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
Z700 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
Yes |
| Retail Price |
$399.00 |
| Street Price |
$120.45 |
| Price Update Date |
2006-09-21 |
| Date Available |
2005-02-28 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Operating System |
Windows, MacOS |
| Weight |
219 g
7.7 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
97 x 72 x 56 mm
3.8 x 2.9 x 2.2 in |
| Warranty in Months |
12 |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2304x1728 |
| Movie Resolution |
640x480, 320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3, 3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
4.23 |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
35 - 175 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
5.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
4x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Min Illum |
0.2500 |
| Normal Focus Range |
60 cm to Infinity
24.5 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
5 - 70 cm
2.0 - 28.6 in |
| Min Macro Area |
62 x 46 mm
2.4 x 1.8 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/8.8 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.9 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.9 - f/5.8 (wide); f/4.9 - f/8.8 (tele) |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real-image optical zoom |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
80% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
97% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.6 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
72000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
80, 100, 160, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
4 |
| White Balance Settings |
auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
matrix multi-pattern, center-weighted, center spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Self Timer |
2 or 10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
4 |
| Flash Modes |
auto, red-eye, fill, off |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.8 |
| Flash Range Description |
wide: 0.6-3.8 m (2-12.5 ft.); tele: 0.6-2.2 m (2-7 ft.) |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SD/MMC |
| Memory Included (MB) |
16.0 |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG (EXIF 2.21) |
| Movie File Format |
Quicktime MOV (MPEG4) |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 USB 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed |
| Other Connection |
DC In, Camera Dock |
| Included Software |
Kodak EasyShare |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows, MacOS |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
3.8 seconds |
| Shutdown Time |
3.8 seconds |
| Play -> Record |
0.8 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
1.0 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Prefocus |
0.1 seconds |
| Cycle Time Max Res |
1.6 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
1.5 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
7 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
2.3 |
| Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
13.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
4800 |
| Download speed, KB/second |
906.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
2 x AA, 1 x CR-V3, or proprietary |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium disposable, Lithium or NiMH rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
2 x AA NiMH rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Kodak EasyShare Z700 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Kodak EasyShare Z700 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 EasyShare Z700 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Kodak EasyShare Z700 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 EasyShare Z700 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Kodak EasyShare Z700 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Kodak EasyShare Z700 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Kodak EasyShare Z700 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Kodak EasyShare Z700, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Kodak EasyShare Z700 camera or Kodak EasyShare Z700 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 EasyShare Z700 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 EasyShare Z700 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Kodak EasyShare Z700 powergrip digital camera.
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