Kodak Reviews

Why can I notfind this camera anywhere

Before using this camera, I pictured myself madly fiddling with a bunch of buttons after taking each photo. This just wasn't the case - it took virtually no time to preview each print and make the choices for it. Granted, it's a very small color screen, so you can't judge details or sharpness of the photo. But you can judge the angle and overall effect of the photo you just took. You can then choose, in a matter of seconds, what size you'd prefer it to be and how many prints you'd like developed (0-9).

This camera is a great size, large enough to be comfortable in your hand. I like that the lens cover is hard, attractive and opens with ease. I'd never used APS before, and I love being able to drop in the film and go. The camera takes two batteries, which load quickly.

I had read about the difficulty of finding a developer to process this film correctly. The top two online developers will not process the number of prints you choose when you expose the film. The head of the film processing at our local [store] had never developed preview film, but he was eager to try it out. Sure enough, he printed the number of prints we wanted and the sizes we chose.

I will be carrying this camera on our trip to Scotland, mainly for the preview function. I'll never have to order reprints again - choosing negatives, filling out forms. And no wasted prints! My favorite feature is the ability to print the date and time on the back of each photo. There will be no need to keep a film log as we go.

I have withheld one star from the rating because of the actual picture quality. Though the pictures have great color, those taken with the flash are a bit too harsh. The quality just isn't as clean and professional as those taken with my Olympus Stylus Epic 80. But the preview feature is so convenient and easy to use that I am willing to lose a slight bit of quality. For those who are not willing, I have a feeling we'll be seeing more of this technology.

I've owned this gem for about six months and taken a few hundred pictures with it since then. I'm glad I bought it. Here's the scoop.

Pro:
1. It allows you to take 4 x 6, 4 x 7, or 4 x 11.5 sized pictures with a touch of a button. Even more impressively, though, you can CHANGE THE PRINT SIZE after you've already taken the picture! So, you take it in one format, examine it through the large display on back, and then can accept that format, change it to a different format, or delete the picture. It's a great feature when you're out shooting scenes or landscapes, and you want to compare how the picture will look in each style.

2. With the right film (400 and above), this camera has taken solid pictures for me. I've had several folks tell me the quality is professional looking. This was one reason why I chose this camera over a digital camera -- the picture sharpness. For those of you considering digital cameras, remember that all but the most advanced of them won't have the tight pixelization of this cheaper APS camera.

3. The battery is long lasting. I'm on my 400th picture or so and the battery is going strong.

4. This camera uses drop and shoot APS film. APS film, unlike 35 MM, allows for the digitization of your pictures direct from your local processor. I've developed every roll with print pictures and a CD-ROM. I can keep the pictures in an album and e-mail some images from the CD to friends and family far away. The Kodak software (Free with the cd) allows you to manipulate the images, make desktop pictures, and other fun stuff. Also, APS processing gets you a neat one-page sheet with the negatives numbered and shown in miniature in case you want to order reprints.

5. The LCD preview, obviously, makes this camera stand out. It's a clear picture (mostly -- see below), and it is 100% accurate in predicting the size and clarity of the final photo.

6. Advanced features -- the camera has some advanced flash features (low light, portrait mode, etc.) that prove useful in some circumstances. More impressive, though, is that the camera has an auto-flash mode that 'knows' when to use the special features.

Neutral
1. The zoom lens isn't as powerful as some other APS cameras, but it does its job. Basically, it allows me to get slighly closer than my eye can see, but you're not going to see a basketball player's eyes if you're shooting from the upper level of the arena. For that, you'd need at 35MM camera with a zoom lens. But, if you're using this camera for ordinary landscapes and close-ups, the lack of a strong telescopic lens doesn't make much of a difference.

Cons:
1. The flash is rather weak, and if you're doing a lot of nightime photography, even with fast film, you'd want to get a 35 MM camera that can accomodate a wider range of flashes and lenses. I've had several good scenes not turn out so well, because I overestimated the reach of the flash.

2. The LCD screen is great with photos in daylight or dusk, but does less well with photos in the dark. I've had a few photos look completely blacked out on the screen but then actually come out looking *okay* when they came back from the lab. But, unless a whole bunch of your photos are taken at night, this shouldn't be too much of a problem.

Overall:
For what you're paying, you're getting a great APS camera with some digital features that takes great pictures, allows you to correct your mistakes, and preview your work. Unless you're a professional photographer, it's hard to beat. I'd definitely buy mine again.

I love the holder itself, however there is no place on the outside of the case to write a description or date of what is contained so I am always reopening and searching to find what is enclosed or what I am looking for.

Please make your organizer! Please make your organizer!

I have purchased three kodak camera's in the last two years because of the little black organizer to store my prints and cassettes in. I like to be organized, so now I will have to hunt a new camera and a new way to keep everything where I can find it. Please make your organizer.

The pictures have been quite good, but.... The camera malfunctioned within the first 3 months of use and had to be sent in for repair. My other complaint is that the battery life is really short. The battery generally lasts for 3-4 rolls of film. In my opinion, that is bad. I am careful to keep the camera "off" when not in use and it has been handled with care. I think it's time I went digial anyway. :-\

I purchased this camera for my parents for an upcoming vacation they were going to take. The overall impression was that it was Kodak, came with a better than average zoom feature, provided different modes of APS picture taking and came with numerous rolls of film.

When the camera arrived, we were all pleased with its size and weight. It is extremly small and fits my mothers small hands and purse great, and it's one of the lightest camera's I've ever held.

The functionality is pretty straight forward: Takes classic (standard), Panoramic, and HD pics (slightly large than standard) on APS film. We were able to set the date and time and take pics within minutes. Came with a wrist strap, battery, and a decent case as well.

However, the first rolls we developed were blurry, clearly the lens was defective upon arrival. We returned the camera and had it repaced with the same model. The pictures turned out excellent, however, the acryllic lens cap was cracked upon arrival. This suggests to me that the lightweight materials and construction may a bit to light weight and fragile for the cost.

The saving grace is that it does have one of the better zoom features, it's size, and the extra film you get with this bundle. Though you get more B&W than color. And despite the slightly cracked lens cover, it takes fabulous pictures for a point and shoot.

The only awkward feature was the lens cap/flash combination. The flash is part of the tilt up lens cover. Of course you must fold up the lens cap/cover anytime you take a picture (flash or not), but it seems like it may possibly be susceptible to accidental damage. Especially if you forget to place the zoom feature back to normal. Takes some getting used to.

I received this camera as a Christmas gift last year. I had done research on the internet and knew I wanted an APS camera with zoom capability. At the time, this camera was very hard to find.

The Kodak Adnvantix C750 has given me the sharpest pictures I've ever had with any instant camera. Close-ups are excellent. In the year I've had the camera, I've been on three vacations and every shot was crystal clear.

The camera is lightweight, compact and easy to use. Great for family shots or vacation pics.

I bought this camera 2 years ago based on the rave reviews I read here. I really liked the camera and felt that the picture quality was good, it was easy to use and despite a sluggish zoom I felt that overall I got a pretty good camera for the money. Rercently, I was taking pictures and the camera just stopped working. I put in fresh batteries. Still nothing. Bought more batteries thinking the ones I had were duds. The camera still refused to work. I checked the Kodak website for repair info, called the recommended company and was floored to find that the repair cost was going to start at the same price I PAID for the camera. The only way they would be willing to remove the film that was still inside would be if I had it fixed first! I wrote Kodak via email and received as their reply that the camera had only a 1 year warrantee but they were sending me a disposable camera and a coupon ($10) good for another Kodak camera. Had I known that I would be paying over $100 for a camera that would last for only 2 years I would have never purchased it in the first place. Speaking with local repair shops they have advised that the best customer service is with Canon and Olympus. My next camera will be from one of those two. I doubt I will ever consider any Kodak camera in the future.

This is by far the best little camera I've owned. After losing my Pentax in a burglary, I searched for a compact, versatile replacement and decided, after reading the reviews, on the Advantix C750. I've taken about 8 rolls of film so far and been delighted with the results. Outdoor shots are perfect and I love being able to decide before each shot whether I need panoramic or "family" sized prints or just "regular" prints. The only photos which haven't been quite up to par are telephoto indoor pictures in less than great lighting ... these turned out somewhat grainy but I'm being very picky here. The compact sizing encourages me to carry the camera wherever I go. Even though the film and processing are a little more than with regular cameras, I am so pleased with the APS results that I still think it's a bargain. Although there are a great many "menu" features available, such as deciding right before the shot how many prints you will want of it, and adding a title right then and there, for most people the simplicity of use is what will appeal. It's pretty much idiot-proof, especially as the film winds itself on and off - no slipping possible. I highly recommend this camera for every day use.

I bought this camera as a back-up to my Pentax 35mm point & shoot camera. A friend has the older version, the C700, and I had seen the beautiful pictures from it. Kodak had a rebate going and that sealed it. It feels great in the hand, all options are easy to set, and best of all the pictures are gorgeous! I took pictures indoors, at the beach in bright light, in dark restaurants, and all looked sharp, color vivid. I had heard that the APS film isn't as great, the negative is smaller, etc. but I think this camera produces pictures just as nice as my other p&s and my big Minolta slr. The flip flash that turns into a cover for the lens is a nice feature also. Only drawback is the APS film is more expensive to buy and develop. That is countered by the fact the negatives are stored in the canister and a thumbprint index card comes back with the developed pictures. If you are looking for an inexpensive camera with great shape and size, takes sharp pictures this is the one for you!

well, i'll tell you that for only 79.99, this is an amazing deal. Anyone who does not own a camera should most definitely take up this deal, it gives you everything you need to start it. if only is was in stock all the time, it maybe better. but for this price, nothing beats this camera.

this is a great deal, and anyone that doesnt take advantage of it is completly dense

i bought the kodak advatix c450 simply because i needed a camera i could just keep in my handbag and whip out whenever necessary. i have plenty of [costly] large cameras which i use for major events or planned shoots but this is a nice, light, point-and-snap camera which is [less costly] and easy to keep with you without logging round a large camera case! the three pictures shots make for more control over your pictures and the autofocus means it is as simple and flicking it open and clicking. for a first time camera buyer or for someone who just wants an easy camera this is a good buy.

I just used a roll of this stuff in Zacatecas, Mexico, and it fried my brain. Seriously, the pictures I took were magazine quality stuff. All of the objects in the photographs were sharp and clearly focused -- there was no problem at all with objects in the background being blurred. Dark areas and light areas were perfectly balanced. People standing in doorways, in side corners of streets, or in shafts of light inside churches turned out GREAT! They were some extremely dramatic photos. I'll definitely use this film again.

Black and white is ideal for poorly-lit areas, as well as for places bathed in light. For example, color photographs of the interior of churches usually turn out poorly, since flash is often forbidden inside churches. With black and white film, though, you can turn off the flash and STILL get dramatic pictures, as long as you have some natural light somewhere inside the church. Areas that don't get a lot of light will merely accentuate the drama of the brighter areas instead of looking muddled like they do in color pictures. It's also a great film to take to stark, desert places.

Most of my pictures came out grainy and some had the sun reflecting off the lense. The better pictures were closeups. You'll definitely need the flash for every picture.

Every year I host a Christmas party, and somewhere between 50 to 75 people show up. Interestingly, although I take lots of photos, I never have any of the Christmas party, because I'm too busy playing "hostess" to take any pictures. This year, I bought a one-time-use camera, gave it to one of my friends and told him to take a picture and give the camera to someone else a few minutes later. By about midnight, all the photos had been taken, and I didn't have to do anything. This camera is great for this sort of thing because it's inexpensive and idiot-proof to operate. There are no options - just press the button to shoot and use the wheel to advance the picture to the next frame. The photos will come back with an index print and the negatives will stay in the film canister because this is an APS camera. I plan to use this camera at a lot of other busy functions, because it gives everyone a chance to record the evening's events, and I like the surprise aspect, 'cause you'll never know what will be on the film until you have it developed. Picture quality on this camera is satisfactory and the flash is strong enough to illuminate everything for several feet. Recommended for those times when your regular camera isn't appropriate because of size or cost.

This film works very good for beginner photographers. It allows an ample amount of light in so that even in dark situations your image shows up clear and not dimmed down. Example... I used this last Halloween in the evening to take pictures of my duaghter during trick - or - treating. Normally pictures come out black at night when outside, but this film has plenty of silver on it to allow flash bounce to brighten up the desired subject. This is a great film speed for novice photographers. It worked great for me. Enjoy. Steven

APS came onto the scene right before Digital Photography became affordable for the general populace. This is unfortunate because the APS system is actually quite nice and convenient.

It is a shame that this system wasn't introduced about a decade ago ... however ... if you need film, or if digital cameras are still a bit too pricey ... then I would recommend getting an APS camera ... and if you do ... use this film

I performed extensive tests (about 2 rolls each) of Fuji and Kodak APS films at 100, 200, and 400 ASA, using a Canon ELPH camera (the original aspherical zoom lens model). I shot a variety of outdoor scenes in a variety of lighting conditions (e.g. downtown skyscraper architectural with bright clear blue sunny skies, flowers and trees with both bright sun and shade, rock close-ups in overcast). I shot a few indoor locations, without a flash at ASA 400, with flash for the others. I examined the results for color, range, clarity and grain. Here's what I saw:

For ASA 100, Kodak kicked butt. Clearly better color rendition, and much, much tighter grain and better detail in all the bright lighting situations, especially with panorama print.

For ASA 400, I was pleasantly surprised that Fuji really outperformed the Kodak film. Fuji had vibrant blues and was good all across to the reds. Kodak felt washed out on the blue side, weirdly. Also surprising was that Fuji had tighter grain in bright conditions; they both looked grainy of course in lower light, but the Fuji somehow felt smoother or less chunky in the blown-up panorama prints. It also seemed to have better tonal range in both light and dark settings.

Frankly, neither of the ASA 200 films seemed acceptable to me for outdoor shots; indoors with flash, both were OK and Kodak was maybe better color. Outside, they both felt lower contrast/saturation, subsequently cramped color, didn't have the tight grain of the 100, and didn't work as well in low light and indoors (without flash) as the 400. Just seemed not worth it compared to the two options.