Kodak EasyShare Z885 (2007)

Name: Kodak EasyShare Z885
Brand: Kodak

A consumer compact digital camera with 5x optical zoom and high ISO sensitivity, released in 2007.

Overview

The Kodak EasyShare Z885 is a zoom digital camera Kodak introduced in 2007. It began shipping in May of that year and was sold as an affordable, feature-rich camera for casual photographers. It has an 8-megapixel CCD sensor and a 5x optical zoom lens covering 36-180mm in 35mm equivalent terms. It supports light sensitivity up to ISO 8000, which made it one of the faster consumer compact digitals of its time. It has an orientation sensor and is built for simple operation, with manual controls for more experienced users. It was sold with a case, strap, and SD card, and tested units have been confirmed to work.

Specifications

Resolution	8 megapixels
Sensor Type	CCD
Sensor Size	1/1.8" (7.144 x 5.358 mm)
Focal Length (35mm equivalent)	36 - 180mm
Optical Zoom	5x
Image Ratio	4:3, 3:2
Orientation Sensor	Yes
Dimensions	90 x 65 x 32 mm
Weight	161 g (without batteries)
Weight (with batteries)	211 g
Color	Black
Included Accessories	Case, strap, SD card
Condition	Tested and works
Original Price (MSRP)	US $199.95
Street Price (2007)	Approx. $166

Context

Kodak announced the EasyShare Z885 in March 2007 and it began shipping in May of that year. It was priced competitively for a compact with advanced features for its class, including high ISO performance and manual controls. At launch, reviewers noted its value, pointing to the 5x lens and its flexibility at a sub-$200 price. It came out alongside two other new models in Kodak's EasyShare lineup. Its specific place in the product family is not detailed in available sources.

Market

The Kodak EasyShare Z885 had a launch MSRP of $199.95, with a contemporary street price around $166. Tested units are confirmed to function, and the model was sold with a case, strap, and SD card. No current market prices are available. Its original positioning as an affordable, capable compact suggests it remains a budget-friendly option for collectors or users interested in early high-ISO digital cameras.