The Kodak P712 is part of the so-called ‘Megazoom’ digital camera class. In fact, this implies nothing more than a compact design and
a large zoom range. In the case of the Kodak EasyShare P712, this means 12x optical zoom obtaining a range of 36- 432mm in comparison to a 35 mm camera. The EasyShare P712 isn’t the first model with such a concept. Its predecessors, the P850 and P880, are comparable and have the same distinctively designed body. The camera can’t really be called compact; it actually looks a little plump, but still feels good to the touch. If looking purely at the design, one could actually compare the camera to a mini digital SLR camera. For the remainder, the Kodak EasyShare is just a compact camera with a large zoom range.
Kodak EasyShare P712 - Full of features & settings
The EasyShare motto is ease of use and a way of photography, accessible for everyone. This doesn’t automatically mean that nothing remains for the creative photographer. On the contrary: the EasyShare series knows different segments, and the P-series actually has to go up against the upcoming entry-level DSLR cameras. The Kodak EasyShare P712 is even called a hybrid by Kodak, and with that the bridge between amateur and the more advanced photographer has been built. The Kodak P712 is a camera full of features and settings, but at the same time offers a completely automated setting together with different pre-programmed scenes.
Kodak EasyShare P712 Digital Camera Review