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Kodak EasyShare Z8612

Kodak EasyShare Z8612

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HQ Grade: B-
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
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  • 4 out of 5
"excellent all-around camera"
  • 4 out of 5
"Good to start with..."
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The Kodak EasyShare Z8612 features 8.1 megapixels and a 12x optical zoom that creates crisp and clear images. Optical image stabilization and a 2.5 LCD display, as well as full manual controls and face detection auto focus allow for an incredible degree of control and customization. VGA Movie Mode with Sound allows you to make your own home movies... read more

Specifications

  • 8.1 megapixels
  • 12x optical zoom
  • Optical image stabilization
  • 2.5-LCD display
  • Full manual controls
  • Face detection auto focus
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Answered Questions for the Z8612

Q: I bought ZD8612 IS. The manual says AA alkalines are NOT compatible. Besides Kodak batteries and AA lithium, is there any other battery choice?
A: From what I've heard, the rechargeable NiMH AAs (which would have been my recommendation) won't work either. Supposedly all you... read more
Q: can i use Ni-MH/Ni-Cd type rechargeable batteries?
A: No. You can NOT use NiMH OR NiCd rechargeable batteries in this camera per Kodak's website.This camera will only accept... read more
Q: Does the Kodak Z8612 have a separate viewfinder?
A: Nope. It favors an LCD only option, which I don't dig because that only serves to kill the battery power... read more

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Open Questions for the Z8612

Q: Can I charge the battery by plugging DC power directly into the camera? If so what is the voltage and who sells the DC adapter?
20 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: What telephoto lens is compatible for the Kodak Z8612 IS?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: can i zoom when i recording video? where i can get rehargeable battery for Kodak Z8612?
10 points for best answer - 4 replies

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  • 3.74 out of 5

Average rating based on 119 total reviews: 3.74/5

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  • 4 out of 5
excellent all-around camera (Bill Cowan - 8/10/09)

I have used this camera for over 2 years and it has held up much better and longer than any point & shoot I have... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Good to start with... (sigamhsoupw - 5/30/09)

...but leaves things to be expected. I 'm rating it 4 stars mostly because of the good price. But things must be cleared. I dont... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Sure There's Better, But... (Bree - 12/28/08)

I got it at Black Friday and I love it. It was an upgrade for me. Before I had a Kodak EasyShare CX7430. I liked... read more

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