I need a new camera and I love Kodak

I am an aspiring photographer. I am interested in taking portraits of my kids, family and friends. I love outdoor photos but I also use backdrops. I currently have a kodak cx6445 and I love the color and quality but I need more MP so I can print larger prints. I like the Kodak z710 and p850 but am unsure which would the camera for me. I would like to spend no more than $300.

Hi Bobbie,
The C875 might be a good one for you to check out. It has a smaller zoom (5x rather than the 12x of the other two) and no image stabilization, but does have a higher pixel count and gets really good reviews.

The two that you mentioned are pretty similar in terms of features (except for a few things, like the pixel count); however they perform differently. The P850 is slower but is supposed to have less noise in the pictures, especially in low light. The P712 is faster and seems to have a better movie mode. So... it is probably up to you depending on your priorities.

Really, if you love Kodak, either of these cameras should perform well for you and be what you need. If they were wildly different it would matter, but as is I would just pick the one that sounds right.

THanks! You've been helpful!!!!

The C875 does have some great features, but it seems the flash for many people quits working after warranty and costs almost as much as the camera to repair. You might rethink getting a camera that has an internal flash.