The Kodak Easy Share Z650 Zoom updates the previous Z740 with a 6.1 megapixel sensor, a two-inch LCD, resultant histogram further three more Scene modes. It like the such 10x optical rocket lens leadership a mini-SLR father part with that provides a mammoth range of exposure modes and Easy Share simplicity. The only thing missing from this $349.95 package is image stabilization.

The custom of the 10x Schneider-Kreuznach Viragos hurtle lens is higher by the inclusion spacious Manual configuration with both Aperture and Shutter Priority options whose options are soft manipulated with the scanty joystick on the bear panel. Auto system is complemented by Program and 17 Scene modes. Scene modes include Children, Party, Beach, Flower, Fireworks, Snow, Backlight, Close Up, Night Portrait, Landscape, Night Landscape, Museum/Manner, Text, Self Portrait, Portrait, Sport, and Night.

Shutter speeds affiliate from eight seconds to 1/1,000 sec. with Auto ISO spanning 80-160 and selectable ISO premium 80, 100, 200, 400 and 800. Flash affiliate extends to 16 feet at unbolted aspect with Auto, Red-eye Reduction, and Fill also off modes.

Movie mode, which writes QuickTime MPEG-4, is festive to original 11 fps at 640x480 or 20 fps at 320x240, suggesting this is fully a placid camera. As such, actual includes 32-MB at rest sub consciousness with an SD find slot over additional storage. Let's take a closer look at what you can do with the Z650.

Basic Points

• 6.1-megapixel CCD delivering images as large as 2,832 x 2,128 pixels
• Electronic optical viewfinder
• 2.0-inch color LCD monitor
• 10x, 38-380mm (35mm equivalent) lens
• Maximum aperture of f/2.8 to f/3.7, depending on lens zoom position
• 5x digital zoom
• Auto, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual exposure modes, plus 17 preset Scene modes
• White Balance with five settings
• Shutter speeds from 1/1,700 to eight seconds, depending on exposure mode
• Built-in pop-up flash with four modes
• 32MB internal memory
• SD/MMC card storage (optional, card not included)
• Power supplied by one Kodak EasyShare NiMH rechargeable battery pack, one CRV3 battery, two AA type batteries, or optional AC adapter
• Kodak EasyShare software included for both Windows and Mac platforms
 
Special Points

• Movie mode (with sound but no zoom)
• Burst photography mode
• Black and White and Sepia color modes, as well as three color settings
• Adjustable ISO from 80 to 800, with an Auto setting
• Two and 10-second Self-Timer with two shot setting for delayed shutter release
• Image sharpness adjustment
• Three AF area modes, plus Single and Continuous AF modes
• Macro (close-up) lens setting
• Accessory lens thread (55mm)
• Lens shade
• DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatibility
• USB cable for connection to a computer (driver software included)
 
Inside Parts

In the box are the following items:
• Kodak EasyShare Z650 digital camera
• Kodak lithium digital camera battery, CRV3 or equivalent
• Carrying strap
• Lens cap with strap
• Lens hood/adapter
• USB cable
• A/V cable
• Custom camera insert for optional camera and printer docks
• Software CD-ROM with EasyShare software
• Operating manual and registration card