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Posted by Michael Cunningham (Member # 210) on 10-30-2004, 10:10 PM:

I have finally decided to move into the modern world, so to speak, and purchase a digital camera. I like Kodak's reputation and products so started looking at their models. I don't know if this is really John's field of expertise, but thought he might know some things about certain models. Anyone else is of course welcome to chime in on these specific ones or their own favorites. [Smile]

The models that have attracted my attention from Kodak are the EasyShare LS743, LS753 and CX7530. Any and all observations are appreciated.

Thanks,

- Mike

Posted by Steve Kraus (Member # 476) on 10-31-2004, 12:48 AM:

There are wonderful resources available online for finding reviews and discussion of available cameras. This is one area where checking things out online makes a great deal of sense since the end result of the product is a digital photo and you can see the actual samples online. Some of these sites will also point you in the direction of online vendors. Even if you end up buying locally at least you have a frame of reference.

http://www.steves-digicams.com/
http://www.dcresource.com/
http://www.dpreview.com/

And of course http://www.cnet.com

Posted by Paul Trimboli (Member # 1509) on 10-31-2004, 03:24 AM:

Kodak do NOT make good digital cameras! Would stay away from one at all cost. For the same money, maybe a couple of $$ difference get something like a Canon or Nikon. Even KonicaMinolta have some great new products, had a bit of a bad run when Minolta was on its own, now they have joined with Konica they have got new models, they are good.

Posted by Leo Enticknap (Member # 534) on 10-31-2004, 05:50 AM:

I got a Nikon 4300 just under a year ago and thought it was excellent value at what would be around $300. 4mp is enough resolution to blow up the pics to 10x8 without any loss of definition, and there are lots of manual options, e.g. focus and exposure. It will also save pictures as uncompressed TIF files. The zoom lens isn't quite wide angle enough for my liking, but that's a minor issue. Can't say anything about Kodak cameras because I've never used one.

Posted by Paul Trimboli (Member # 1509) on 10-31-2004, 07:33 AM:

As a camera technician I can say that Nikons are very good cameras. Kodak are generaly throw away sorts of things once broken.

Posted by Jason Black (Member # 684) on 10-31-2004, 11:50 AM:

Fuji, Nikon, Olympus, and Sony all make really good digital units.

I've only had experience with one Kodak unit, and it's pretty nice. It's an Easyshare model, shaped like a conventional 35mm body. I forget the model number..

Posted by John Pytlak (Member # 331) on 11-01-2004, 09:52 AM:

quote: Paul Trimboli
Kodak do NOT make good digital cameras! Would stay away from one at all cost.

That's a rather broad and unsubstantiated statement! I assume you had a bad experience with one? [Roll Eyes]

Kodak just WON the independent J.D. Powers and Associates Award for Customer Satisfaction for two of the four consumer digital camera price classes they rate:

Kodak Digital Cameras Win J.D. Power Awards

quote:
What makes J.D. Power and Associates consumer rankings so different?

Since 1968, J.D. Power and Associates has been conducting quality and customer satisfaction research based on survey responses from millions of consumers worldwide. J.D. Power and Associates represents the voice of the customer.

J.D. Power and Associates 2004 Digital Camera Satisfaction StudySM

J.D. Power and Associates ranked KODAK EASYSHARE Digital Cameras "Highest in Customer Satisfaction in the $200-$399 and the $400-$599 price ranges." The study was based on 4,260 responses from consumers who purchased a digital camera between November, 2003 and June, 2004.

J. D. Power Award

quote:
Kodak ranks highest in both the $200-$399 and $400-$599 segments, which together make up the bulk of digital camera sales. In the $200-$399 segment, Kodak performs particularly well in the performance factor, especially with regard to the initial camera setup and ease of use. In the $400-$599 segment, Kodak receives its highest ratings in performance and connectivity, which includes the ease of connecting the camera to other devices and accessories.

If you decide to buy a Kodak Digital Camera, the Kodak website has an excellent comparison tool:

Kodak Digital Cameras Compared

Right now, the Kodak EasyShare DX7590 is very high on my Christmas "Wish List": [Cool]

Kodak DX7950 5-Megapixel 10X Optical Zoom Digital Camera

quote:
Professional-quality SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON 10X Optical Zoom Lens
5.0 MP for stunning-quality prints up to 20"x30" (50x76 cm)
Exclusive KODAK Color Science Image Processing Chip
2.2" high-resolution indoor/outdoor display
Manual and custom controls
High-speed, low-light auto-focus
Continuous shooting and bracketing modes
22 scene and color modes
Sharing is one-touch simple
Ready to go -- right out of the box

I've owned a Kodak DX3700 Digital Camera for almost two years, and it has been trouble-free in taking over 2500 photos. [thumbsup]

Posted by Brad Miller (Member # 2) on 11-01-2004, 12:47 PM:

He may have had a low end Kodak camera, and it may have been from 5 years ago when technology wasn't as good as it is today.

Adam's Kodak camera takes magnificent pictures. I know he paid a LOT for it, but when my camera dies, I will probably buy a comparable model to his.

Posted by Jeremy Fuentes (Member # 2135) on 11-01-2004, 01:20 PM:

Yeah, I saw Adams camera. Really nice. Looks expensive, but i'm sure he got his money's worth.

Posted by Paul Trimboli (Member # 1509) on 11-02-2004, 06:14 AM:

Well as a camera technician having the fix the things I look at cameras from a repair point maybe. Maybe its just in Australia but parts for most models are expensive and most people in the photo industry over here do not look at a Kodak digital camera to highly. Nikon and Canon have a much better market share, and for good reason. If you can show me a Kodak digital camera (compact model) with the same sharpness and colour reproduction as a Canon I would love to see it!!!! If you have a look at something like an IXUS 400/500 at 4mp they take an amazing photo.

If Kodak cameras are pretty big in US then may be worth looking into as servicing will easy. I am simply saying for features and quality I feel there are better models out there.

What ever you buy make sure you keep it away from sand and water, biggest problem with cameras is sand. One grain of sand in a gear tooth and it locks the camera into error mode!

Posted by Michael Cunningham (Member # 210) on 11-02-2004, 01:33 PM:

Thanks for the opinions and site recommendations all. Now I at least have a good place to start a comparison from.

- Mike

Posted by David Brooks (Member # 2789) on 11-02-2004, 01:44 PM:

In the early days, I purchased three different Kodak models. The last was the DC290. At that time (about 2001) I switched to Nikon and Canon. The Canon for they are small and take excellent color quality pictures and the Nikon (D-100) as I wanted a camera to use my Nikon lenses on (I have a 35mm F-3hp and N-90S). I have recommended Kodaks to other people starting out and they are happy.