Review on Kodak Easyshare Z712 IS Digital Camera: 7.1 MP with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom by Jermaine Batista

I've owned the Z740 for almost two years and the Z712 kept most of the same features but added higher ISO settings, bigger screen, bigger Zoom and more added resolution. Most of my photographs are taken in challenging environments, at professional hockey games. The main advantage of this camera over other cameras in this price range is the zoom, which gets me close enough to the action. The menu items and buttons are well thought out and easy to understand. Multiple preset modes allow amateur photographers to take great photos in a variety of conditions, while more experienced photographers can freely change exposure, shutter speed, aperture and ISO settings to get the best shot every time. Specially designed lens cap that falls off easily. Shorter battery life than I'm used to. I use three pairs of 2650mAh rechargeable AA batteries for three hours on the hockey rink. I will be switching to rechargeable lithium cells soon to extend battery life. If you're not used to the performance of a $1,000 camera, you'll probably be very happy with the Z712. Revain is cool. I have not found this camera at a better price anywhere else. Free shipping was available when I ordered it on Tuesday and my postman delivered it to me the same week on Saturday - almost two weeks before the estimated delivery date.