Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Digital Camera

In 2009, Kodak released the EasyShare Z950, packing serious zoom and genuine manual control into a compact body. A 12-megapixel CCD sensor, a Schneider–Kreuznach Variogon 10x optical zoom, and optical image stabilization come together to create a super-zoom that a beginner can use without hesitation and that anyone who enjoys playing with manual modes will appreciate. With 720p HD video and that signature Kodak color, it's a model that naturally delivers the vintage digital aesthetic in demand today.

📦 What's in the Box

• Kodak EasyShare Z950
• Original battery (KLIC-7003)
• Original charger
• SD card (bonus gift)
• Full set, ready to shoot
• Shipped in RetroCameraLand's exclusive box

✅ Condition

The camera is in excellent condition for its age and fully functional. There are no cosmetic flaws that affect use or are noticeable to the eye. The body is clean, the lens and screen are scratch-free, and the zoom mechanism and all functions work flawlessly. Tested and approved by the RetroCameraLand expert team.

✨ Why This Camera

The Z950 offers a well-rounded package in the compact super-zoom class: a 12 MP CCD, Schneider–Kreuznach 10x optical zoom, optical stabilization, manual modes, and HD video.

• 🔍 12 MP CCD sensor (1/2.3")
• 🎯 Schneider–Kreuznach Variogon 10x optical zoom, 35–350mm equivalent
• 🔎 f/3.5–4.8 aperture range
• 🖥️ 3.0-inch LCD screen
• 🎬 720p HD video recording (1280x720, 30fps)
• 🎛️ Optical image stabilization
• 🎚️ Manual control: Program, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, full Manual
• 🌈 ISO 100–1600
• 💾 SD / SDHC card support
• 🔋 KLIC-7003 rechargeable Li-ion battery

The 10x Schneider–Kreuznach zoom, starting from a 35mm wide angle, is at the heart of its versatility. At the wide end, landscapes and group shots are handled comfortably, while at 350mm telephoto it brings distant details noticeably closer. Optical image stabilization helps suppress camera shake, especially at the telephoto end and in low light, for sharper shots. The manual modes, meanwhile, give those who want control over aperture, shutter speed, or both, a range of options most compacts of the era didn't offer.

The choice of CCD sensor is the main factor behind the Z950's color character. Unlike modern CMOS sensors, it produces more saturated, more distinctive Kodak colors; that familiar look that comes through with flash is this camera's signature. 720p HD video is a delightful bonus for those who want to carry that nostalgic digital aesthetic over into moving images as well.

👀 Who It's For, and Where

A natural choice for anyone who wants to shoot both wide and far with a single camera, loves the vintage digital aesthetic, and wants the option to switch to manual control whenever they like. The 10x zoom and optical stabilization make it useful even for distant scenes, while the manual modes give anyone looking to grow as a photographer room to learn.

It delivers characterful images for travel and trips, concerts and events, zoos and nature, and street and everyday shots. Thanks to its wide zoom range, it adapts to a wide variety of scenes without ever needing a lens change.

🔥 The RetroCameraLand Take

The Z950's real strength is combining a 10x optical zoom and genuine manual modes with CCD color character in a compact body. While many compacts of the era offered either auto-only shooting or limited zoom, the Z950 delivers both flexibility and creative control in the same body.

The 12 MP CCD sensor, Schneider–Kreuznach 10x zoom, and optical stabilization combine into an enjoyable package in the super-zoom category. The 1/2.3-inch sensor may look small by modern standards, but it's precisely this CCD–small sensor combination that naturally produces the vintage digital aesthetic in demand today. Saturated Kodak colors and that familiar look that comes through with flash are the Z950's signature — a solid pick both for everyday use and for adding to a collection.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kodak EasyShare Z950 in working condition, and has it been tested?
Yes. Every camera is individually tested and approved by the RetroCameraLand expert team. This unit is fully functional.

How much does the zoom reach?
It offers a 10x optical zoom, covering a 35–350mm equivalent range. It starts at wide angle and brings distant details noticeably closer, and optical image stabilization helps you get sharper shots at telephoto.

Does it have manual control?
Yes. It has Program, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, and full Manual modes, letting you set aperture and shutter speed yourself.

Can it shoot video?
Yes. It records 720p HD video (1280x720), so you can carry that nostalgic digital aesthetic over into moving images too.

What battery and memory card does it use?
It runs on a KLIC-7003 rechargeable Li-ion battery and uses SD / SDHC cards. It ships ready to use, with a bonus SD card included in the box.