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Kodak Z980

Kodak Z980

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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.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"External Flash"
  • 4 out of 5
"Noice camera makes"
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Kodak's Z980 offers a range of stunning features. A 24x wide-angle Schneider-Kreunznach Variogon optical zoom lens let's you get close to the action without sacrificing picture quality. At the same time, the Z980's 12-megapixel resolution allows users to create prints of stunning clarity up to 30 x 40 inches. The Z960 is also capable of capturing... read more

Specifications

  • 24x wide-angle Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon optical zoom lens (26-624mm)
  • 12-megapixel resolution
  • Capture HD photos in 16:9 format; also capture HD-quality video
  • 3.0-inch LCD screen
  • Smart Capture feature
  • Uses SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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Answered Questions for the Z980

Q: I have the Z1012 and a Canon Rebel XSi -help
A: Don't touch Kodak Z980. I have returned it only three weeks after I bought it. It has serious problems in... read more
Q: I have a Kodak Z1012 IS that I'd like to compare. However, I've also used Nikon D-SLRS. How does the new Kodak Z980 compar
A: Well the thing is, without a corresponding increase in chip size, a chip can actually become LESS sensitive to light... read more
Q: Sports coverage?
A: Well the problem you'll be running into is shutter lag. You'll have to constantly prefocus and anticipate the action. And... read more

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Open Questions for the Z980

Q: how can i connect any external flash to the z980?
15 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: how to convert KDC format to Adobe Photoshop RAW format
1 point for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Z1012 and Canon Rebel XS-i AGAIN !
20 points for best answer - 2 replies

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  • 3.91 out of 5

Average rating based on 78 total reviews: 3.91/5

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  • 4 out of 5
External Flash (Peter Farias - 9/20/09)

The Z980 is good but whats not good is if you want to use an external flash only the Kodak P20 is compatible.If you use... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Noice camera makes (Dottie - 9/8/09)

I am responding to a couple of other reviews that people have commented on about noise coming from their camera. Mine to makes this noise. read more

  • 4 out of 5
Good for the price and not as bad as some think. (Dave - 8/3/09)

I used to use a 35mm film camera and had three lenses. I took hundreds of pictures. Then digital came out so I moved with... read more

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