Introducing the FZ45, Friendly Zoom model from the KODAK PIXPRO collection of digital cameras. Compact, intuitive and oh so easy to use, the FZ45 is the perfect camera to take anywhere you go. One-touch video, red-eye removal, face detection and convenient AA batteries are just the start. KODAK PIXPRO Digital Cameras – Tell your story. 4x Optical Zoom – 27mm Wide Angle Lens 16MP CMOS Sensor 1080p Full HD Video – Vlogging Camera SD Card Compatibility: At least Class 10, no larger than 512GB (SD, SDHC, SDXC) 2.7″ LCD
13 reviews for KODAK PIXPRO Friendly Zoom FZ45-BK 16MP Digital Camera with 4X Optical Zoom 27mm Wide Angle and 2.7″ LCD Screen (Black)
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Lay –
Good budget-friendly camera, great for casual use
I picked up the Kodiak PikPro because I wanted an affordable camera for travel and outdoor activities without breaking the bank. Overall, I’m really happy with it for the price point.What I like:• The camera feels solid and durable, which is reassuring if you plan to take it on hikes or throw it in a bag.• In daylight, the pictures come out surprisingly sharp and colorful. It definitely beats using just my phone when I want wide shots or zoom.• Easy to use – the menus are simple, and I was able to start snapping within minutes without reading a huge manual.• The wide-angle lens captures a lot of scenery, which is perfect for landscapes.• Battery life is decent for casual shooting.What could be better:• Low light performance isn’t great. Indoors or in the evening, photos can get grainy and a little washed out.• Video is fine for everyday use, but don’t expect super-smooth 4K like you’d get with a GoPro or higher-end camera.• The plastic build is okay, but it doesn’t feel as premium as more expensive models.• Accessories are a bit limited, so if you want mounts or extra gear you may need to buy separately.Bottom line:If you want a tough, budget-friendly camera for casual photography, travel, or outdoor adventures, the Kodiak PikPro does the job. It’s not going to compete with professional cameras, but for everyday memories and easy snapshots, it’s definitely worth the price.
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Boomlett –
Very Small and Discrete
I use my phone for a lot of pictures and it’s starting to eat up the memory. I wanted something small that I could carry in a pocket and this is perfect. The picture quality is excellent and it’s nice they’re so big- makes it easier to edit. The zoom works pretty good and it’s easy to move it back out. You’ll want to add a memory card as the phone’s memory doesn’t appear to be very large but it’s easy to install and remove from the battery area. I’ve used Kodak Pixmas for a very long time and I’ve been very satisfied with them overall. It’s easy to hook up to the computer although you’ll need to use their cord, maybe with a USB extender, as it’s not a C-type connection. There’s a lot of settings you can choose from although it’s a little tricky to get to them and it’s not very good at multiple action pictures at one time (like rapid-shooting); it’s better to video and edit later. All in all, I really love this little guy and definitely recommend it
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Amazon Customer –
Awesome Going Out Accessory
Surprised by how much I use this. I in general rarely have my phone with me – this is something I will strap to my wrist and run around a party/event with! Love the photo quality – easy to use for non experts like me. Fits in my little purse so I can always have it around.
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Liz –
BEST STARTER DIGI CAM (very detailed review)
Yall… if you need a digi cam on a budget, THIS IS THE ONE. The Kodak PixPro FZ45 is only $99 and it looks so good!! Like seriously, you have to believe me. I mainly use it for the digicam aesthetic in my photos for memories and photo shoots, and compared to the FZ55, I feel like the FZ45 looks way better in different light settings. It comes with 2 aa batteries (don’t use the batteries from the box as they can be already old/weak), and a usb (square) to usb a adapter (to share photos from camera to computer without taking out the sd card), and a simple black camera lanyard.When I bought my camera, I separately bought:• A camera case with an inner pocket- an multi sd reader with a lightning cable and usb c cable• A basic pack of 20 Amazon Basics alkaline batteries (must be alkaline or the camera will not turn on)- a custom camera lanyard• A 32GB SanDisk SDHC card (must be SDHC or it will not save photos, and you do not need more than 32GB)I usually use it for about 30 minutes when I take photos, so one set of 2 batteries lasts me 1 to 2 months. A 20 pack could easily last you a year or more. When I am not using it, I take the batteries out to avoid leaks but leave the SD card in.The one con is that it takes 5 to 10 seconds to reboot or recharge between shots. That makes candids or motion shots tricky, but honestly I do not mind since I mostly pose anyway. Pro tip: stay on “Program AE” mode because it helps shorten the recharge time a little.Do not get this if you want a vlog or video camera. It is not 4K and the video quality is not great. For photos though, it is phenomenal for the price. I usually edit the coloring afterward, but the base photos already look strong which makes editing easier.This is my honest take and I totally recommend it if you are curious about digital cameras but do not want to spend $200 to $800 right away. The FZ45 does amazing for what it is and it is the perfect starter camera to see if you will stick with the digicam vibe before upgrading.
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Leah –
Amazing camera
Amazing camera! Price is amazing of the quality pictures you can get from this camera! Many different setting and easy to use! Perfect to take anywhere and works quick and good quality!
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Mariam Pujol Hernández –
Ideal para llevar a cualquier parte
La cámara Kodak FZ45 es perfecta para quienes aman capturar momentos sin complicaciones. Es compacta, fácil de usar y toma fotos nítidas con colores muy vivos. Ideal para llevar a cualquier parte y guardar recuerdos al instante
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Ashanti Fernandez –
Mejor cámara ever
Esta cámara es la mejor no pesa, cabe en todos los lados y tira fotos bellas, no lo sobre pienses de verdad cómprala
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Mariana –
Works fine
Works really well,but it might turn off and not turn on but u will only need to get an new battery, the alkaline AA and it will turn on
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Butter knife –
Love love love this camera. The quality is amazing and the pictures turn out so beautiful
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Ghalia –
It is a great camera that takes high quality photos. You’ll just need to make sure it comes with a memory card otherwise you’ll need to buy one as the camera’s storage is very small.
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Erg slecht –
Slechtste aankoop ooit. Doet het niet. Urenlang aan de lader maar geeft aan dat hij leeg is. Valt uit het niets uit en gaat niet meer aan
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Daniel –
Die Kamera lässt sich sehr intuitiv bedienen. Macht schöne und klare Bilder. Lieferung war auch mehr als zugesagt stellend.
Lay –
Good budget-friendly camera, great for casual use
I picked up the Kodiak PikPro because I wanted an affordable camera for travel and outdoor activities without breaking the bank. Overall, I’m really happy with it for the price point.What I like:• The camera feels solid and durable, which is reassuring if you plan to take it on hikes or throw it in a bag.• In daylight, the pictures come out surprisingly sharp and colorful. It definitely beats using just my phone when I want wide shots or zoom.• Easy to use – the menus are simple, and I was able to start snapping within minutes without reading a huge manual.• The wide-angle lens captures a lot of scenery, which is perfect for landscapes.• Battery life is decent for casual shooting.What could be better:• Low light performance isn’t great. Indoors or in the evening, photos can get grainy and a little washed out.• Video is fine for everyday use, but don’t expect super-smooth 4K like you’d get with a GoPro or higher-end camera.• The plastic build is okay, but it doesn’t feel as premium as more expensive models.• Accessories are a bit limited, so if you want mounts or extra gear you may need to buy separately.Bottom line:If you want a tough, budget-friendly camera for casual photography, travel, or outdoor adventures, the Kodiak PikPro does the job. It’s not going to compete with professional cameras, but for everyday memories and easy snapshots, it’s definitely worth the price.
Boomlett –
Very Small and Discrete
I use my phone for a lot of pictures and it’s starting to eat up the memory. I wanted something small that I could carry in a pocket and this is perfect. The picture quality is excellent and it’s nice they’re so big- makes it easier to edit. The zoom works pretty good and it’s easy to move it back out. You’ll want to add a memory card as the phone’s memory doesn’t appear to be very large but it’s easy to install and remove from the battery area. I’ve used Kodak Pixmas for a very long time and I’ve been very satisfied with them overall. It’s easy to hook up to the computer although you’ll need to use their cord, maybe with a USB extender, as it’s not a C-type connection. There’s a lot of settings you can choose from although it’s a little tricky to get to them and it’s not very good at multiple action pictures at one time (like rapid-shooting); it’s better to video and edit later. All in all, I really love this little guy and definitely recommend it
Amazon Customer –
Awesome Going Out Accessory
Surprised by how much I use this. I in general rarely have my phone with me – this is something I will strap to my wrist and run around a party/event with! Love the photo quality – easy to use for non experts like me. Fits in my little purse so I can always have it around.
Liz –
BEST STARTER DIGI CAM (very detailed review)
Yall… if you need a digi cam on a budget, THIS IS THE ONE. The Kodak PixPro FZ45 is only $99 and it looks so good!! Like seriously, you have to believe me. I mainly use it for the digicam aesthetic in my photos for memories and photo shoots, and compared to the FZ55, I feel like the FZ45 looks way better in different light settings. It comes with 2 aa batteries (don’t use the batteries from the box as they can be already old/weak), and a usb (square) to usb a adapter (to share photos from camera to computer without taking out the sd card), and a simple black camera lanyard.When I bought my camera, I separately bought:• A camera case with an inner pocket- an multi sd reader with a lightning cable and usb c cable• A basic pack of 20 Amazon Basics alkaline batteries (must be alkaline or the camera will not turn on)- a custom camera lanyard• A 32GB SanDisk SDHC card (must be SDHC or it will not save photos, and you do not need more than 32GB)I usually use it for about 30 minutes when I take photos, so one set of 2 batteries lasts me 1 to 2 months. A 20 pack could easily last you a year or more. When I am not using it, I take the batteries out to avoid leaks but leave the SD card in.The one con is that it takes 5 to 10 seconds to reboot or recharge between shots. That makes candids or motion shots tricky, but honestly I do not mind since I mostly pose anyway. Pro tip: stay on “Program AE” mode because it helps shorten the recharge time a little.Do not get this if you want a vlog or video camera. It is not 4K and the video quality is not great. For photos though, it is phenomenal for the price. I usually edit the coloring afterward, but the base photos already look strong which makes editing easier.This is my honest take and I totally recommend it if you are curious about digital cameras but do not want to spend $200 to $800 right away. The FZ45 does amazing for what it is and it is the perfect starter camera to see if you will stick with the digicam vibe before upgrading.
Leah –
Amazing camera
Amazing camera! Price is amazing of the quality pictures you can get from this camera! Many different setting and easy to use! Perfect to take anywhere and works quick and good quality!
Mariam Pujol Hernández –
Ideal para llevar a cualquier parte
La cámara Kodak FZ45 es perfecta para quienes aman capturar momentos sin complicaciones. Es compacta, fácil de usar y toma fotos nítidas con colores muy vivos. Ideal para llevar a cualquier parte y guardar recuerdos al instante
Ashanti Fernandez –
Mejor cámara ever
Esta cámara es la mejor no pesa, cabe en todos los lados y tira fotos bellas, no lo sobre pienses de verdad cómprala
Mariana –
Works fine
Works really well,but it might turn off and not turn on but u will only need to get an new battery, the alkaline AA and it will turn on
Butter knife –
Love love love this camera. The quality is amazing and the pictures turn out so beautiful
Ghalia –
It is a great camera that takes high quality photos. You’ll just need to make sure it comes with a memory card otherwise you’ll need to buy one as the camera’s storage is very small.
Good –
Good
Erg slecht –
Slechtste aankoop ooit. Doet het niet. Urenlang aan de lader maar geeft aan dat hij leeg is. Valt uit het niets uit en gaat niet meer aan
Daniel –
Die Kamera lässt sich sehr intuitiv bedienen. Macht schöne und klare Bilder. Lieferung war auch mehr als zugesagt stellend.