Kodak EasyShare P850

Résumé : The Kodak EasyShare P850 has an amazing array of features, but mediocre photo quality mitigates its appeal.

Points forts : Broad feature set for its class ; image stabilization ; multiple custom functions ; speedy burst mode

Points faibles : Pricey for a 5-megapixel camera ; trouble handling highlights ; various problems with photo quality

Résumé : Anyone accustomed to Kodak's EasyShare line of digital cameras will appreciate the blend of complex exposure options and ease of use found in the EasyShare P850. Similar in style to a traditional 35mm camera, though much more compact, the P850 offers ...

Points forts : Compact size, Solid build, In-camera image stabilization makes all lenses better for low light shooting, Same sensor as 7D, Kit lens covers 18-70mm 35mm equivalent range, Very good to excellent low-light capability, Excellent battery life, Decent ...

Points faibles : Proprietary hot shoe, No PC sync port, No video recording (a fact of life with SLRs), Hand grip may be uncomfortably small for some users, Image noise slightly high at ISO 1600, RAW+JPEG option only saves fine-mode JPEGs. (But that's not a bad choice. ...

Conclusion : The P850 features a 2.5-inch, color LCD monitor with a very bright display, as well as a smaller LCD display in the electronic optical viewfinder (EVF). A brightness adjustment allows for bright or dark viewing situations, and the detailed information ...

Résumé : The P850 offers an all-glass Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon Zoom lens

Points forts : Images are strong and sharp

Points faibles : Intolerably high noise levels

Conclusion : An internal memory obviously has the benefit of being useful even after purchasing a sensibly sized card. However it does mean you can't easily use the camera with any of the new wave of printing kiosks

Résumé : Overall, the Kodak EasyShare P850 is impressive.

Points forts : Image stabilization ; 2.5" LCD ; Very good image quality with relatively low noise

Points faibles : Zoom slider does not have the right "feel ; No ability to change lenses

Conclusion : Overall I walk away impressed with the P850. Image quality is excellent, the 30 fps video mode could almost double as video camera, image stabilization helps in many less-than-ideal shooting situations, and the 2.5" LCD is a joy to use. What it lacks ...

Résumé : kodak easyshare p850 review: The Kodak EasyShare P850 has an amazing array of features, but mediocre photo quality mitigates its appeal.

Points forts : Broad feature set for its class, Image stabilisation, Multiple custom functions, Speedy burst mode

Points faibles : Pricey for a 5-megapixel camera, Trouble handling highlights, Various problems with photo quality

Conclusion : The Kodak EasyShare P850 has an amazing array of features, but mediocre photo quality mitigates its appeal.