Kodak EasyShare Z740 Digital Camera

The KODAK EASY SHARE Z740 Digital Camera is a 5-Megapixel digital camera that has a 10x optical zoom (38-380 mm equivalent focal length), stores images in the internal 32 MB of flash memory or on the SD/MMC memory cards. It has a USB port for transferring your images to your computer or printers and a EasyShare dock connection.

The camera runs on 2 AA-type batteries or a single larger disposable battery (supplied). The camera has an adaptor that lets you use 55mm filters, that can also serve as a miniature lens hood. The camera has automatic, scene modes and manual modes such as Aperture, Shutter Priority and Manual.

The LCD screen is not quite as big as that found on the Kodak Z730 Zoom which has a very generously sized 2.2" screen. The number of scene and colour modes are the same on both cameras. Like the Kodak Z730, this camera is aimed at the serious amateur or enthusiast.

The camera has ISO range of 80-400, shutter speed range 8-1/1,700 sec. (more on it later) and aperture ranges of f/2.8-8.0 at wide angle, f/3.7-8.0 at telephoto.


Features/Specifications :

* Features a range of shooting modes, from fully automatic to manual
* Runs on 2 AA-size batteries; accepts SD/MMC memory cards
* 5.0 MP resolution captures enough detail for photo-quality prints up to 13 x 17 inches
* 10x Kodak Retinar all-glass optical zoom lens and 1.8-inch indoor/outdoor display
* PictBridge compatible; captures QuickTime movies with MPEG4 compression* Capture your subject in crisp detail with the Z740’s all glass lens
* Get amazingly close to your subjects with the 10X optical zoom (35 mm equivalent: 38–380 mm)
* Get even closer with the 5X advanced digital zoom for 50X total zoom* 5.0 Megapixels CCD
* High quality 1.8-inch LCD monitor
* Continuous video with audio capture
* Macro Mode: 12cm
* EVF Viewfinder



Included in the Kodak EasyShare Z740 Digital Camera box :

* KODAK MAX Digital Camera Battery
* CRV3 or equivalent
* USB cable and audio/video cables
* Wrist strap
* KODAK Dock Adapter Kit D-22 (for a limited time only)
* Lens adapter/hood
* KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD with interactive software tutorial
* Getting Started Kit
* Custom camera insert that fits optional series 3 camera dock or printer dock
* 32 MB internal memory

Sony Cyber Shot DSC T7 Digital Camera

The thinnest Cyber-shot digital camera yet, the Sony CyberShot DSC-T7 Digital Camera features 5.1 Megapixel image capture, a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3X optical zoom lens and 5 area multi-point auto focus, all in a camera body only 5/8 of an inch thick. It even includes a full-sized 2.5" hybrid LCD monitor.

Descriptions :
Ultra-Compact / Mini Digital Camera - For Beginner, Intermediate, Traveler Users - 5.1 Megapixels - Zoom: 3 X Optical , 2 X Digital - Storage: Memory Stick - 2.5 in LCD Screen - Built In Flash - Up to 8 X 10" Photo Quality Prints - Video Format: MPEG


Features:
* Stores images on Memory Stick Duo media; captures VGA audio-video clips (length limited only by media)
* 5.1 MP CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
* Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
* Amazing compact design--camera is 3/8 inch thin at its narrowest and 5/8 inch at its thickest
* Powered by rechargeable InfoLithium battery (included); comes with Cybershot Station for easy connection to computer or TV


Specifications:

Resolution: 5.1 Megapixel
Optical Sensor Type: Super HAD CCD
Total Pixels: 5,300,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution: 5,100,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size: 1/2.5"
Light Sensitivity: ISO Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400
Digital Zoom: 2x
Optical Zoom: 3x
Shooting Programs: Landscape, hi-speed shutter, twilight portrait, fireworks, soft snap, twilight mode, magnifying glass, candle, beach, snow
Special Effects: Black & White, Sepia
Shutter Speed: 1/8 sec - 1/1000 sec
Exposure Metering: Multi-segment, spot
Exposure Modes: Program, automatic, aperture-priority, shutter-priority
Still Image Format: JPEG
Continuous Shooting Speed: 1.1 frames per second
Flash Memory: 32 MB flash - Memory Stick Duo
Flash Type: Built-in flash
Flash Modes: Fill-in mode, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction
Effective Flash: Range 4 ft - 5 ft
Lens Type: Zoom lens
Focal Length: 6.33 mm - 19 mm
Focus Adjustment: Automatic, manual
Auto Focus: TTL contrast detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones): 5
Zoom Adjustment: Motorized drive
LCD display: TFT active matrix - 2.5" - color
Connector Type: 1 x USB , 1 x composite video/audio output , 1 x docking station , 1 x DC power input
Expansion Slot(s): 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo
Power Device: Battery Type 1 x camera battery - rechargeable - lithium ion
Miscellaneous Included: Cables 1 x USB cable , 1 x A/V cable
Included Software: Drivers & Utilities, PIXELA Image Mixer
Dimensions: (H x W x D) Unit 2.4" x 4.7" x 0.6" , Weight 6.3 oz
System Compatibility:
* PC MS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows ME, MS Windows 98, Apple Mac OS X 10.1, MS Windows 98 SE
* Mac Apple Mac OS X 10.2, Apple Mac OS 8.5.1, Apple Mac OS 8.6, Apple Mac OS X 10.0, Apple Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2


Best Review by CNET :
http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/digitalcameras/0,3903...

Kodak EasyShare Z700 Digital Camera

The KODAK EASY SHARE Z740 Digital Camera is ideal for people who want to get close to their subject, but enjoy the simplicity of a point-and-shoot digital camera. Its powerful 10X (38 – 380 mm equivalent) KODAK RETINAR aspheric, all-glass optical zoom lens can quickly zero in on a small object or distant scene, picking up the detail, color, and textures that a less powerful lens would overlook. The 1.8-inch, high-resolution, indoor/outdoor LCD screen and electronic viewfinder are designed for previewing a scene, or reviewing and sharing shots just taken.

In addition, the 5-megapixel EASYSHARE Z740 camera includes more advanced, yet simple to use, features to help people get exactly the pictures they want. These include 18 scene settings (e.g., party, sport, portrait) for various environments, continuous autofocus for crisp pictures, first and last burst modes for action photography, color options (e.g., black-and-white, sepia), and even PASM (program, aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual) modes for greater control and creativity. The exclusive KODAK Color Science image processing chip helps deliver vibrant, accurate colors time and time again.

As with all EASYSHARE cameras, the Z740 includes the favorites feature, which lets people store dozens of pictures in internal memory for anytime, anywhere sharing; the Share button for designating pictures to be e-mailed or printed; popular EASYSHARE software for computer-based picture viewing, organizing, and sharing; and even high-quality video (640 x 480 pixels) for recording and sharing life in action.

Z740 camera owners can also take advantage of a range of accessories for additional creativity, including a 0.7x wide-angle lens and 55 mm circular polarizer and neutral density filters.


Specifications :

* Powered by 2 AA-size batteries; accepts SD/MMC memory cards
* Continuous MPEG-4 compressed video with audio recording during video capture
* Advanced manual and custom controls include selectable aperture priority and shutter priority and full manual mode
* 4.0 MP resolution captures enough detail for photo-quality prints up to 11 x 15 inches
* Printer dock series 3 charges your Kodak camera battery in 3.5 hours or less
Camera's 4.0 MP resolution captures enough detail for photo-quality prints up to 11 x 15 inches
* All-in-one kit includes the Kodak EasyShare Z700 zoom digital camera and Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3
* Camera features 5x optical zoom and 1.6-inch hybrid (transmissive/reflective) display