Kodak EasyShare Z8612 IS

• 12X optical zoom with optical image stabilization
• 8.1 MP for prints up to 30 × 40 in. (76 × 102 cm)
• HD pictures and optional KODAK EASYSHARE HDTV Dock
• High ISO (up to 3200*)
• Advanced settings and manual controls (PASM)
• Smart scene mod

12X zoom with optical image stabilization

The all glass 12X SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Optical Zoom Lens (36–432 mm) zooms in fast to deliver extraordinary creative performance. Fast f/2.8–f/4.8. Capture sharp, steady shots when shooting at long zoom ranges with optical image stabilization.

Amazing quality prints with 8.1 MP

8.1 MP means you can make stunning prints up to 30 × 40 in. (76 × 102 cm). However you choose to print—at home, at retail, or online—trust KODAK for picture quality that's truly exceptional and for memories that will last.

HD picture capture

Capture beautiful HD pictures in 16:9 format. View your pictures in high definition on an HDTV or other HD devices.

KODAK EASYSHARE HDTV Dock (optional accessory)

Elevate your high definition experience—view your photos on your HDTV using the KODAK EASYSHARE HDTV Dock. Show off your still photography in vivid HD. Connect to your KODAK EASYSHARE HDTV Dock however you want; place your KODAK EASYSHARE Camera on it, use an SD card, USB flash drive, or card reader attached to the USB port. Display your photos as single pictures, multi-up, or in slideshow format.

Capture grid line display

A selectable grid line display helps with image composition, especially for taking shots of buildings or landscapes.

On-camera features

Easily capture and create great shots with features such as on-camera cropping, blurry picture alert, and digital redeye reduction.

Histogram feature

Verify the exposure of your picture using the histogram feature on live view, quick view, and review.

Smart scene mode

Capture stunning shots with ease—smart scene mode automatically selects from 5 available scene modes. If a scene mode cannot be detected, the camera will default to Auto.

High ISO mode

Capture the details in low light and fast action situations. The Z8612 IS features a powerful, high ISO (up to 3200*). Faster shutter speeds mean you can capture the details in low light conditions and fast action situations. The camera automatically selects from ISO 80 to ISO 1600 based on lighting conditions. ISO 3200 available at 2.2 MP and less in PASM modes*.

KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology

Make your pictures as vivid as the moment you took them. Print better, brighter pictures using KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology.

• Makes better, brighter pictures
• Relive your memories in richer detail
• Clear up dark shadows to reveal more smiles

Multimedia slideshow feature

Tell your story your way using the multimedia slideshow feature. Turn your pictures into a creative multimedia slideshow right from your camera. Set the mood when you choose from pre-loaded sound themes to accompany your slideshow. Insert creative transitions and bring your pictures to life.

2.5 in. (6.4 cm) LCD color display

View pictures with brilliance and clarity on the indoor/outdoor 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) color display. Whether you shoot your pictures vertically or horizontally, view them right-side-up with the orientation sensor. In review mode, quickly magnify with pan, fast scroll through pictures, or view multi-up.

Shoot video with ease

Record continuous VGA video (640 × 480) at 30 fps with sound and on-camera editing. Video print options include 1, 4, 9 and 16-up prints. Save single frames and e-mail to family and friends.

The Z8612 IS is always powered and ready to go. Never miss a shot because of a dead battery—with three convenient power options, including rechargeable batteries, you'll be able to capture even more memories.

Program, aperture and shutter priority, as well as full manual mode (PASM)

• Program mode (P)—camera sets optimal shutter speed and aperture combination
• Aperture priority mode (A)—you choose aperture, the camera sets shutter speed
• Shutter priority mode (S)—you choose shutter speed, the camera sets aperture
• Manual mode (M)—you choose both the aperture and shutter speed

Manual controls

• Exposure compensation—± 2.0 EV in ± 1/3 EV step increments
• Aperture—f/2.8 (wide), f/4.8 (tele)
• Shutter speed—automatic
• ISO equivalents—(automatic) 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*
• Auto focus—TTL imager AF system
• Exposure metering—multi-pattern, center-weighted, center-spot
• White balance—auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade
• Flash mode—auto, off, fill, red-eye reduction

Multiple scene modes

• Portrait modes—portrait, self portrait, night portrait, backlight
• Landscape modes—landscape, night landscape, fireworks, sunset
• Bright scene modes—sport, beach, snow
• Action modes—sport, children, stage
• Text mode—ensures sharp text when photographing documents
• Close-up modes—flower
• Manner/Museum mode—use when sound or flash are not desired

5 color modes

• High color
• Low color
• Natural color
• Black and white
• Sepia

Exclusive KODAK Color Science Image Processing Chip

Capture natural details, accurate flesh tones, and breathtaking color with the KODAK Color Science Chip.

A new high speed digital processor chip, advanced algorithms, and hardware acceleration features let the Z8612 IS make simultaneous, split-second decisions to produce rich, vibrant, true-to-life colors in almost any lighting situation.

Every time you click the shutter, the KODAK Color Science Chip performs an instantaneous and advanced analysis of collected scene data to identify and adjust multiple factors that influence picture quality.

Scene light source is detected and adjustments are made to capture bright whites and true, vivid colors under difficult lighting conditions—fluorescent, tungsten, or daylight.

Scene content is analyzed for luminance, focal distance, subject matter orientation, and color to determine the correct exposure and capture the natural details, accurate flesh tones, and rich colors you see in your composition.

On-camera Share button

Sharing starts right on the back of the camera. Have a picture you want to share? Tag it using the exclusive on-camera Share button and it will be ready to print or e-mail later. Use the Favorites feature to keep your special pictures close without filling up your internal memory.

* ISO 3200 available at 2.2 MP setting & less in PASM modes.
** Actual battery charging time may vary by camera model.
*** Under typical home display conditions.

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Standard features
Sensor type		1 / 2.5 in. CCD
Effective pixels		8.1 MP (3298 × 2472)
Lens		36–432 mm (35 mm equiv.) f/2.8–4.8 SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON Lens
Zoom		12X optical, 5X advanced digital
Image stabilizer		optical
Shutter speed		1/2–1/3200 sec. [smart scene mode–auto] 16–1/1000 sec. [S/M mode]
LCD		2.5 in. (6.4 cm) high resolution (230k pixels) indoor/outdoor color display
Storage		21 MB internal memory available, SDHC/SD card expansion slot
Auto focus
Type		TTL imager AF system
Modes		normal AF, macro AF, infinity AF
Focus range		auto wide: 4.7 in. (12 cm)–infinity auto tele: 3.9 ft (1.2 m)–infinity
Auto focus control		single, continuous
Auto focus zones		TTL multi-zone AF, center zone AF
AF assist light		yes
Exposure control
ISO sensitivity		auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*
Metering modes		multi-pattern, center-weighted, center-spot
Compensation		±2.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps
Bracketing		±1.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps, 3 images
White balance		auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade
Flash
Range		wide: 7.8 m, tele: 4.4 m [smart scene mode] wide: 21 m, tele: 12 m [ISO 3200]
Modes		auto, off, fill, red-eye reduction
Compensation		±1.0 EV in 1/3 steps
Shooting specifications
Drive modes		single shot, first burst (1.7 fps up to 4 frames), last burst (1.7 fps last 4 frames), self timer (10 sec.), two-shot self timer (10 sec.), delay shutter (2 sec.)
Shooting modes		smart scene, high ISO, P (program), A (aperture priority), S (shutter priority), M (manual), panorama (left-right, right-left ), video, scene
Scene modes		portrait, sports, landscape, flower, sunset, backlight, candlelight, manner/museum, text, beach, snow, fireworks, self-portrait, night landscape, night portrait, stage
Still capture
Still format		JPEG/EXIF v2.21
Picture size		8.0 MP (3264 × 2448)—4:3 7.1 MP (3264 × 2176)—3:2 6.0 MP (3264 × 1840)—16:9 5.0 MP (2592 × 1944)—4:3 3.1 MP (2048 × 1536)—4:3 2.2 MP (1800 × 1200)—3:2 2.1 MP (1920 × 1080)—16:9 1.2 MP (1280 × 960)—4:3
Color modes		high color, natural color, low color, sepia, black and white
Sharpness		high, normal, low
Review options		select all, search, tag, protect, copy, slideshow, multimedia slideshow, multi-up
Editing		on-camera crop, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology, sound tag
Video capture
Format		QUICKTIME, MotionJPEG
Quality		VGA (640 × 480) at 30 fps, QVGA (320 × 240) at 30 fps
Length		continuous up to 80 min. based on memory capacity
Review options		play, rewind, pause, fast forward, forward and rewind by frame, multi-up, slideshow, multi-field search
Editing		make a picture, action print (4, 9, 16-up), trim, bookmarks
Customization
Custom settings		LCD brightness setting (5 levels), image storage setting, album setting, set tag, capture frame grid, date stamp, redeye preflash, image stabilizer control, quick view, advanced digital zoom setting, orientation sensor setting, camera sound setting, sound volume setting, date & time setting, auto power off time setting, video out setting (NTSC/PAL), language setting
Sharing
Share		print, print all, e-mail, Favorites, cancel print
Physical specifications
I/O interface		USB 2.0 connector with A/V output
Power		KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3; KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000; 2 AA lithium batteries; 3V AC adapter; optional KODAK EASYSHARE Camera/Printer Docks
Tripod mount		¼ in. standard
Dimensions		W × H × D: 4.1 × 2.6 × 2.8 in. (104 × 65.6 × 70.5 mm)
Weight		10.2 oz (290 g), body only
Compatibility
Direct printing		KODAK EASYSHARE Photo Printer 500, IMAGELINK print system compatible, PictBridge-enabled
Software		works with KODAK EASYSHARE Software

* ISO 3200 available at 2.2 MP setting & less in PASM modes.

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