Optics and Resolution

The Kodak Easyshare DX7440 Digital Camera (Kodak DX7440) has a 4-megapixel resolution for 2304 x 1728 images and photo enlargements up to 20 x 30 inches. Other resolution modes include 2304 x 1536 (3:2 aspect ratio), 2048 x 1536 (3MP), 1656 x 1242 (2MP), and 1200 x 900 (1MP). The Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon 4x optical zoom lens is also supplemented by a 4x digital zoom, for a 16x total. Working with renowned German professional optics designer Schneider-Kreuznach, Kodak equipped the camera with an f/2.8 - 9.5 aspheric lens to provide striking edge-to-edge brightness and sharpness across the frame.

Movie Mode
The Kodak Easyshare DX7440 Digital Camera (Kodak DX7440) can capture both full-motion video (24 frames per second at 320 x 240 pixels) and TV-resolution video (VGA; 640 x 480 pixels at 13 fps) with capacity dependent on available memory (32 MB internal memory included; additional memory may be added via the SD/MMC expansion slot).

More Features
The Kodak EasyShare DX7440 Digital Camera (DX 7440) precision low-light auto-focus system combines rapid phase detection with highly accurate through the lens (TTL) contrast detection to sharply define a subject, even in almost complete darkness. Continuous auto-focus also delivers rapid click-to-capture (0.2 seconds) to precisely freeze action at a desired moment. Selectable focus zones and exposure metering allow exacting control over each scene, while standard and fine JPEG compression settings give users more power over their file sizes and quality.

The Kodak EasyShare DX7440 Digital Camera (DX 7440)  offers fully automatic mode for effortless point-and-shoot picture taking, as well as 16 automatic scene modes (e.g., sport, portrait, night, landscape, beach, snow, and macro) that help obtain the best shot in a variety of settings. In addition, manual control mode permits independent aperture settings, shutter speed (1/1000 to 64 seconds), exposure compensation and bracketing, and ISO equivalents for advanced photographers.

Storage and Transfer
Images can be stored within the DX7440's 32 MB internal memory, or on optional Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards. It connects to Macs and Windows-based PCs via USB 1.1 connectivity.

Sharing
With a touch of the red-jeweled Share button, you can store up to 200 pictures in an on-camera digital album. These pictures can then be shared anytime on the camera's large, 2.2-inch, high-resolution (153,000 pixels) indoor/outdoor LCD screen. The Share button also allows selection of photos for printing and even e-mailing, with up to 32 e-mail addresses stored in the camera's memory.

Kodak Color Science Image Processing Chip
Kodak's Color Science Image Processing Chip offers a new high-speed digital image processor, advanced algorithms, and hardware acceleration features that enable the Kodak EasyShare DX7440 Digital Camera (DX 7440)  make simultaneous, split-second decisions to produce rich, vibrant, true-to-life colors in almost any lighting situation. Each time you click the shutter, the Kodak Color Science Chip performs an instantaneous and advanced analysis of collected scene data to identify and correct multiple factors that influence picture quality. Scene light source is detected and adjustments are made to capture bright whites and true, vivid colors under difficult lighting conditions--fluorescent, tungsten or daylight. Scene content is analyzed for luminance, focal distance, subject matter orientation and color to determine the correct exposure and capture the natural details, accurate flesh tones, and rich colors you see in your composition.

Power and Size
The Kodak Easyshare DX7440 Digital Camera (Kodak DX7440) is powered by a proprietary rechargeable lithium-ion battery (1050 mAh), which can be charged via the included battery charger or an optional EasyShare Camera Dock. It measures 4 x 2.7 x 1.6 inches and weighs 7.9 ounces without the battery.

What's in the Box
This package contains the Kodak EasyShare DX7440 digital camera, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, battery charger, USB and A/V cables, wrist strap, and custom camera insert for optional EasyShare Camera and Printer Docks.

Like all EasyShare cameras, the Kodak Easyshare DX7440 Digital Camera (Kodak DX7440) includes Kodak EasyShare software for Windows and Macintosh systems, providing effortless digital picture transfer, organization, basic editing, sharing and printing. The software's exclusive One Touch to Better Pictures feature--which takes advantage of proprietary color technologies developed by Kodak--helps Windows OS users get vibrant, true-to-life prints from home inkjet printers, while significantly reducing the trial, error and waste usually associated with home photo printing.

From the Manufacturer

Unbelievable picture quality

Powerful 4X optical zoom using professional-quality Schneider- Kreuznach Variogon lens for astonishingly crisp details

Stunning picture quality with 4.0 MP for prints up to 20" x 30"

Capture accurate flesh tones and vivid, bright color with the exclusive Kodak color science image processing chip

Using dual-sensing technologies, the high-speed lowlight auto-focus system is fast and accurate, delivering sharp pictures

Creative performance controls

Turn your creative vision into reality with advanced manual and custom controls, including selectable aperture priority, shutter priority, and full manual mode

Responsive performance including 0.2 second click to capture

Push your creative boundaries with new continuous shooting and bracketing modes: first and last burst and automatic exposure bracketing

From fully automatic to one of the 16 programmed scene or 5 color modes, you can quickly set the DX7440 to the best picture-taking conditions

Capture life in motion up to 80 minutes with continuous TV-quality (VGA) video featuring audio capture and playback

Effortless Operation

See the brilliant clarity of your pictures with ease on the 2.2" high resolution indoor/outdoor display

Includes Kodak EasyShare high capacity Li-Ion battery and charger for long-lasting power on the go

On-camera Favorites feature to share your pictures anytime, anywhere

Auto rotation sensor allows you to see your pictures right side up no matter how you held the camera while taking the shot

Compatible with Kodak EasyShare camera and printer docks (except printer dock 4000 and camera dock II)

Making digital even simpler
The optional Kodak EasyShare printer dock is the simplest way to go from picture to print. Just dock your Kodak EasyShare digital camera, touch the button, and get real Kodak quality borderless 4" x 6" prints. It even works with or without a computer. And just like the optional Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000, the printer dock transfers pictures from camera to computer at the touch of a button and recharges your camera's battery pack in less than 3.5 hours.

What's in the Box
Kodak EasyShare DX7440 zoom digital camera, USB and audio/video cables, High-capacity Li-Ion battery (1050 mAh) and, Kodak Li-Ion rapid battery charger, Wrist strap, Kodak EasyShare software, Getting Started kit, Custom camera insert for optional Kodak EasyShare, camera and printer docks