Kodak EasyShare Z812 IS - Expert Reviews

Pros: Solid build quality; excellent, easy-to-use interface; manual exposure controls included

Cons: Very slow write-to-card times; no rechargeable battery included; noisy images above ISO 200

Verdict: For those who want a point-and-shoot digital camera with advanced features, the affordable Kodak EasyShare Z812 IS super-zoom has much to like?if you can overlook slow write times and noisy images at higher ISOs.

Pros: Big zoom, tons of features, 1280x720 video recording, sharp pictures

Cons: Some chromatic aberration issues, colour could be more accurate, no custom white balance option, no battery charger in package

Verdict: While it isn't the best ultra zoom on the market, Kodak's EasyShare Z812IS is a good all around package combining a ton of features with solid image quality and a big zoom. The high-definition video recording in particular will appeal to some users.

Review summary: The Kodak EasyShare Z812 IS is the top camera in the manufacturer's line of mid- and ultra-zooms.

Pros: High definition (HD) still and video with decent movie quality, Good resolution, Very capable in low light, Good dynamic range, Effective handling with ergonomic right hand grip, Inclusion of an electronic viewfinder, Affordable price for a 12x optical zo

Cons: Horribly long processing time, Extreme noise smoothing, apparent at most ISO speeds, Disappointing color, Poor white balance accuracy, Poor button control layout, Weak flash with limited illumination range, Slow shutter speed, Need for extra dock to playb

Verdict: Consumers buy mega-zoom digicams because they want a camera that provides most of the benefits of a digital SLR without the bulk and expense of a modular imaging system, but there are currently so many worthy options that it's very difficult to choose.