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Amazon.com Product Description The Epson PhotoPC 3000Z provides you with all the tools you need tocreate memorable, lasting images. Picture quality is superb--with Epson'sproprietary HyPict interpolation/compression scheme, the camera's alreadyimpressive 2,048 x 1,536 (3.3-megapixel) resolution is bumped up to 2,544 x1,904 (4.8 megapixels). The 3000Z can store images in uncompressed TIFF format,and features three levels of JPEG compression. The 3x optical zoom takes youright into the action, helping you to capture great close-ups.The camera hasshooting modes for a wide variety of situations. Macro mode allows extremeclose-up photography, from 2.4 to 20 inches. The continuous shooting modeenables you to take pictures at 1.4, 1.5, and 1.6 frames per second for 41, 7,and 3 consecutive shots (depending upon image quality). In interval shootingmode, the camera wakes to take shots at a user-specified interval between 10seconds and 24 hours and then goes back to sleep. The 3000Z also offers a moviemode, which records up to 25 seconds of 15 fps 320 x 240 video as a QuickTimemovie. Most of the camera's settings are manually adjustable, from shutterspeed and aperture to exposure compensation and white balance. Focus is one ofthe few functions that can't be set manually. You can view your images on atelevision using the video port and included cable. The 3000Z also comes with aselection of software for downloading images to your computer, and forperforming image manipulation and touch-up work. Also included in the box are a16 MB CompactFlash card, serial and USB cables, video cable, lens cap, strap,soft case, lens adapter, neck strap, user's guide, four Epson AA rechargeableNiMH batteries, and charger. ... Read more
Features 3.3 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8x10 prints3x optical plus 2x digital zoom lens with autofocusIncluded 16 MB CompactFlash card holds 31 images at default resolutionConnects to Macs and PCs via USB port4 AA rechargeable batteries included; special features include movie mode, audio recording, burst mode
Reviews (12) 
Learn it and love it!
What a great camera! Printing 5x7s and 8X10s on an Epson stylus has been awesome! The biggest challenge here has been finding the right photo paper. The 10 second sound bytes make for a fun slide show with either live or dubbed in sound. The auto settings take excellent photos with a steady hand (like with most cameras). The flash even takes excellent photos at night, as long as the subject is close enough. Its easy to hold and focus's nice with a slight depression followed by the snap shot. I use the sports mode a lot. The indoor sports shots always turn out great, but would recommend the 2X telephoto lense for awesome shots. I store my photos on a disc and print out maybe 10 out of 36 for display or photo albums. the USB port for iMac with the Image expert program is easy to use with the 3000Z. Winter photos seem to get more red eye, which can always be dealt with.
No better digital camera for prosumer
The box arrived and my expectations were matched by what I found. This camera and all the included accessories, documentation and software, is exceptional. The camera went way beyond any camera I had used before. It put the Nikon 990 to shame. Every imaginable aspect was covered when the Epson designers came up with this camera. Even the Nikon does not have an external flash hot shoe!!!! Every photo was a work of art. Sharp clear, crisp, in focus. The lighting with the built in flash was good at close range, with external....using my trusty Vivitar 283, was perfect at greater distances. The menus were a breeze to use. This camera will come up to all your expectations and more. I have taught photography for over 30 years. The last year or so, I have rarely picked up my 35mm equipment. Just like the LP record has disappeared to be surplanted by CD's, digital cameras like this Epson 3000z will resoundingly surplant the "wet photography" of the past with the digital images of today. I teamed the output from this camera with an Epson 1270 photo printer......you can not tell the difference. I have used the HyPic shots to 11x14, what results, takes your breath away. Happy snapping!
A camera to grow with
I have about a years worth of use out of my PC 3000Z. No problems and the pictures are fantastic! This camera will do much more than the mortal photo shooter. I print a lot of 8x10 pictures and you would NOT know the differance from mine and the local photo lab.
Epson Photo PC 3000Z Digital Camera
Having moved up from the 750Z, which I dragged around the world and aged to failure in a year (OK for the way I handle cameras), the 3000Z was a big step up in terms of resolution (that's all the editors want). The camera fits nicely in the hand, and the controls are better located than the 750Z. The programming screens are handy, and the branching decisions for setting variables is easier to follow than the picture icons of the 750Z. The flashcard slot is way better designed. And now you can add 49mm lens features like a UV filter.
Complaints? The carry bag is useless. The USB connecting port is awful .. a rubber flap. I really miss the sun-flap to view the video screen in bright sunlight. Without it, it's impossible to use on brilliant days .. the screen becomes a mirror. Perhaps the biggest complaint is that Epson hasn't increased the start-up speed: the camera seems to take forever to set up for the first photo. I've missed so many shots by having to wait that critical 4-5 seconds before the green LED flashes "ready". And when taking pics, the time to take a shot varies from fractions of a second to several seconds (when the subject has long gone). Overall, still my favorite digital camera. Awesome color reproduction and density. Light, small, fits the hand. Just, please, make it faster.
Terrific camera, but.....
I'm a life-long 35 mm camera buff, with a full spectrum of lenses, filters etc. I'm thrilled with the 3000Z, especially the resolution. I've printed hundreds of 8 x 10's on my HP1215, all with fantastic results. I've ordered some as 11 x 14's from EZprints.com, and the resolution is outstanding, much to my surprise. Good news is, it's small, so I take it with me when skiing, hiking etc., whereas I never bothered to lug my 35 around. Battery life is excellent. Buy a 128 mb flashcard, and you'll never run out of "film." Only problem: it's metering is only fair, so it often overexposes in bright sunlight. Get one anyway. It's a wonderful camera, and your friends will think you're a brilliant photographer.
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