Kodak Easyshare Z915 Digital Camera (Black)

by Kodak

• 10-megapixel effective recording
• 10X optical zoom (5X digital/50X total zoom)
• Optical image stabilization
• 2-1/2" LCD
• 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 35-350mm

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 1.4 x 2.9 inches ; 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0021XW3YU
• Item model number: 8112708
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (302 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,244 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Become a better photographer with a smarter camera. The KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera has an extended zoom so you can get closer to those far away shots. And, with Kodak’s innovative Smart Capture feature, camera settings are adjusted to deliver beautiful pictures, automatically. The Z915 is compact, not complex, so you can take incredible pictures at an incredible price.

Powerful zoom, remarkable speed and clarity
Take photography to the next level. Whether you’re zooming in on fast action shots or taking a picture of your grand surroundings, the Z915 is the camera that can handle it. And it’s surprisingly simple to use.

10X optical zoom with image stabilization

• The all glass 10X optical zoom lens (35–350 mm) zooms in fast to deliver extraordinary creative performance
• Fast f/3.5–f/4.8

Optical image stabilization

• Capture sharp, steady shots when shooting at long zoom ranges
• Optical image stabilization automatically minimizes camera shake to deliver sharper pictures

Amazing quality prints with 10 MP

• 10 MP means you can make stunning prints up to 30 × 40 in.
• More megapixels means you can crop and enlarge and still have great picture quality
• 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

Best-in-class[1]click to capture speed
0.3 second click-to-capture speed means you can capture that challenging action shot without delay

Beautiful pictures, more often—automatically

Become a better photographer with a smarter camera. The KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera blends the latest picture-taking technology with the ultimate in style—and with Kodak’s innovative Smart Capture feature, it’s the take-anywhere camera that does it all—automatically.

Kodak's Smart Capture feature
Take better pictures than ever before. Kodak's innovative Smart Capture feature adjusts camera settings for great pictures in just about any environment—automatically.

• Intelligent scene detection—detects and analyzes scene conditions
• Intelligent capture control—automatically sets camera settings including exposure, focus and ISO for clear, sharp pictures even in low light and challenging situations
• Intelligent image processing—reduces noise and clears up dark shadows for vibrant, crisp details and true-to-life colors
• Experience Smart Capture

True HD quality: capture stunning pictures

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 Theatre HD Player (optional device)
Give your pictures the life they deserve. With the KODAK Theatre HD Player, you can relive your memories on your big screen HDTV in stunning high-definition.

• Relive your HD pictures and videos on your HDTV
• Access pictures from your PC, camera, and online photo sharing sites
• Wirelessly send and receive pictures with Kodak’s Picture Mail feature
• Create slideshows to your favorite songs
• Access Internet Radio, podcasts and other web content on your HDTV

Compact, not complex
Capture consistently great shots by utilizing features such as face detection, on-camera editing features, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology and much more. And after you take the shot, do even more. Turn your pictures into a multimedia slideshow, complete with music and effects.

High ISO mode

• Capture the details in low light conditions and fast action situations with a powerful, high ISO (up to 1600)
• Faster shutter speeds mean you can capture scenes in low light and fast action
• The camera automatically selects from ISO 64 to ISO 1600 based on lighting conditions

Face detection
For great shots of friends and family, face detection locates faces and automatically adjusts camera settings

Multimedia slideshow
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

Text and sound tags
Add text or sound tags to your pictures, on-camera, so you can easily find and organize them later using KODAK EASYSHARE Software.

• Never forget the details of your pictures with text tags
• Let your pictures have their say with sound tags

On-camera picture-enhancing features

• Easily capture and create great shots with features such as on-camera cropping, blurry picture alert, undo delete and picture rotation
• Panorama stitch mode combines up to three shots into one large picture on-camera
• Verify the exposure of your picture using the histogram feature on live view, quick view and review

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

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

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

Internal memory plus

• Don’t miss a shot if your memory card becomes full—switch to in-camera memory quickly, thanks to the internal memory plus feature
• 32 MB internal memory[2]and SD/SDHC card compatibility lets you start shooting right out of the box

Convenient battery options
The Z915 is always powered and ready to go.

Never miss a shot because of a dead battery—with convenient power options, including rechargeable batteries, you’ll be able to capture even more moments

PASM, scene and color modes for advanced creativity

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/3.5–f/4.8
• Shutter speed—16–1/1250 sec. (auto), 16–1/1000 sec. (S/M mode)
• ISO equivalents—(automatic) 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
• 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

Multiple scene modes

• Portrait modes—portrait, night portrait, backlight, self
• 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

5 color modes

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

The simple way to share
The Z915 is part of the KODAK EASYSHARE System, so sharing your pictures is amazingly simple. Just press Share.

One button upload via Share button

• Sharing starts right on the back of the camera
• Upload and share your favorite pictures and videos to YouTube™ and KODAK Gallery via the Share button and KODAK EASYSHARE Software

KODAK EASYSHARE Software (included)
The simplest way to organize, edit, create, and share.

• Organize your pictures with your own tags and star ratings then use the search feature to quickly find any picture in your collection
• Edit your pictures with ease—select from a variety of simple tools that reduce red-eye, improve lighting, remove wrinkles and blemishes, and add text
• Create photo projects online or at home—choose from hundreds of templates and designs to create album pages, cards, invitations and much more
• Share your photos and videos with family and friends at the KODAK Gallery or YouTube™

Ready to go—right out of the box

• KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera
• (2) KODAK Alkaline AA Batteries or equivalent
• USB cable
• Wrist strap
• User's Guide with KODAK EASYSHARE Software

# 1Among 10X optical zoom, image stabilized digital cameras as of November 2008.
# 232 MB internal memory / 13.5 MB available for picture storage (1 MB equals 1 million bytes).

Product Description

Kodak EasyShare Z915 Digital Camera Black

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

179 of 186 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly pleased November 6, 2009

By Kari S. Campos

I have had probably ten different digital cameras over the last ten years, mostly Kodak, although the most recent ones were Canon. I was spoiled with the 12x optical zoom on my Kodak Z1012 and the clear, sharp images it produced. I don't want to carry it in my purse every day though! I recently purchased a Canon SX110, which is small enough to carry daily and takes great photos; however, it doesn't allow for a date stamp except at 1600x1200 resolution. After researching for several days online, I purchased a Kodak Z915 today. Took it straight to the park and played with it. Got some fantastic photos today. I mean, I was surprisingly truly impressed by the clear, sharp images I got today for a relatively inexpensive camera. I love the 10x zoom -- can't even imagine owning a camera with less after having that feature for a couple of years now. This one does all that I need and does it well. The movie mode seemed to have tiny shifts in focus while recording, but I don't use the video features on my cameras too often, so not a concern for me. I may play with it some more and see if some tweaking of settings will allow for a smoother playback. Again, can't say enough how happy I am with the image quality and that's my main requirement.

112 of 115 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Under Priced Quality Camera September 12, 2009

By Michael E. Moreira

Color Name:Blue

After a bad experience with another brand, I decided to go back to a consistant favorite of mine; Kodak.
This Z915 model is exceptional for the price. I compared features across other brands, and this came out as the lowest price for the same features.
10MP means you can crop the heck out of your pictures and they won't turn grainy. The 10x optical zoom is a deal-sealer for me, since you have the option of getting in close to a subject when you want, without using the 'digital zoom' feature thats on digital cameras (which isnt really a zoom, and cuts down on picture quality).
Optical Image Stabilization helps clear up shakey shots, lots of options for both the beginner/casual shooter, and more in depth choices for the experienced photog round out this awesome deal.
Choice of colors is a nice touch, the icing on the cake.

160 of 168 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, detailed pictures October 3, 2009

By K. Borah

Amazon Verified Purchase

I bought the camera for the 10X optical zoom, because I'd like to get closer up pictures at concerts and I'm looking forward to taking pictures in the mountains this year with it. I already had a good Kodak camera, but with less zoom and less megapixels. So far, I haven't gotten to check out the zoom for things like that, but I've taken some close up pictures of a butterfly and gotten clear, detailed pictures. You can even see the barbs on its legs. It's easy to use, I like being able to crop my pictures on the camera, you can even add a sound tag onto your picture. I like that you can put it on smart capture and the camera does the work for you. Its a good, sturdy camera and even though I had read reviews that it was a little bulky, it is smaller than my last digital camera and doesn't feel bulky to me at all. So far, loving this camera!