Kodak Playsport (black)
The Kodak Playsport is an excellent minicamcorder that can take some rough treatment and capture solid HD video.
Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: Excellent video for its class; waterproof to 10 feet; HDMI cable included; very good sharing software.
The Bad: No built-in USB connector; short battery life at highest resolution; no memory card; sharing software is Windows only.
The Bottom Line: The Kodak Playsport is an excellent minicamcorder that can take some rough treatment and capture solid HD video.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 845 reviews of Kodak Playsport from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 74/100 and users 75/100. Comparing these reviews to 175948 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 93/100 = Excellent.
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digitalversus.com
Review Summary: The Playsport might not have changed much over the course of a year, but 2011 has seen the arrival of HD video on smartphones. We compared video from the Playsport to clips we shot on the Apple iPhone 4S and the results were pretty similar. Anybody...
The Verdict: The only real strength of the Playsport Burton is the range of accessories which justify the price rise. The fact it's waterproof and shock resistant might attract some consumers, but the quality of the video is better than that of a decent smartphone.
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t3.com
Review Summary: Durable action cam that films in crisp 1080p
The Verdict: After giving the Playsport a wipe down and connecting it to a PC, we found that you have to install a couple of programmes to share what you have filmed. Once done though, it was easy to get images onto Facebook, YouTube and Flickr. All our footage was...
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smarthouse.com.au
Review Summary: Can rivals get any more rugged that Kodak's Playsport Zx5? It's dustproof, waterproof and shockproof but how will it stand up to being treated rough?
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stuff.tv
Review Summary: A desirable amphibious camcorder that's up for adventure, but footage isn't all that we'd hoped for
The Verdict: Now that most new phones offer hi-def video recording, the niche for pocket camcorders is looking slim, especially in light of Cisco’s recent decision to discontinue its Flip range. However, if it’s q
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gaj-it.com
Review Summary: With the tech world going social network crazy, sharing is the sexy thing to do, and with the exsplosion of sites like Youtube, Facebook and Vimeo, there's now a huge demand for easy ways to shoot and share video clips. The Kodak Playsport caught our...
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consumersearch.com
Review Summary: Experts say the Kodak Playsport is the best pocket HD camcorder you can buy. It shoots in full 1080p high-definition, can snap still photos, and it's waterproof to 10 feet -- all features you can't get on any Flip camcorder, including the Flip...
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the-gadgeteer.com
Review Summary: I have used video cameras for as long as I can remember. My first video camera was one of those really hefty kind that you sat on your shoulder and it used regular VCR tapes. Yeah, and I admitted it. Since then I have used every imaginable type of...
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digitalversus.com
Review Summary: We got rough and ready with the Playsport camcorder down at our local pool, throwing it around and testing it out to a depth of 3 metres, the maximum depth advertised by Kodak. We've got no complaints either, as the camcorder worked just fine the whole...
The Verdict: The Playsport is actually quite good, in fact, we reckon it's one of the best pocket camcorders currently on the market. It's sturdy, compact and not too expensive, and will certainly appeal to more than just water sports fans.
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expertreviews.co.uk
Review Summary: Summer is finally upon us, which means it might get hot enough for a nice relaxing swim, and if it doesn't then you can always fly somewhere where it will. Either way, you could have a lot of fun with Kodak's PlaySport mini camcorder, a waterproof...
The Verdict: A great mini camcorder with waterproofing, and all for less money than many of its liquid-adverse competitors.
Price Range: $75.99 - $182.99
- Kodak
- 1442102
General
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Product TypeCamcorder - 1080p
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Enclosure ColorBlack
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Camcorder Sensor Resolution5 megapixels
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Effective Photo Resolution5 megapixels
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Total Pixels5.0 megapixels
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Camcorder Media TypeFlash card
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Image StabilizerElectronic
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Shooting modesDigital photo mode
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White BalanceAutomatic
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Exposure ModesAutomatic
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Image Recording FormatJPEG
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Widescreen Video CaptureYes
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AV InterfacesHDMI, Composite video/audio
Lens System
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TypeLens - 5.54 mm - F/2.8
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Lens apertureF/2.8
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Lens system typeLens
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Min focal length5.54 mm
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Focus AdjustmentFocus free
Additional Features
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Additional FeaturesYouTube capture mode, USB 2.0 compatibility
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SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, ArcSoft MediaImpression
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Included AccessoriesWrist strap, HDMI cable, Audio / video cable
Display
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Type2 in LCD display
Connections
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Connector Type1 x USB, 1 x HDMI output, 1 x Composite video/audio output
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Memory Card SlotSD card
Viewfinder
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Viewfinder TypeNone
Memory / Storage
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Media typeFlash card
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Supported Memory CardsSD Memory Card
System Requirements for PC Connection
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Operating System SupportApple Mac OS X 10.4 or later, MS Windows Vista, MS Windows 7, MS Windows XP SP2
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Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
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ProtectionCrushproof, Waterproof
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Underwater DepthUp to 9.8 ft
Battery
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Supported BatteryKodak KLIC 7004
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Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Audio Input
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Audio input typeMicrophone
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Microphone typeBuilt-in
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Microphone Operation ModeMono
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Microphone technology [Aug 27, 2010 from CDS: Audio Input]Electret condenser
Power
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Battery type- Lithium ion
Viewfinder / Display
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Display FeaturesBuilt-in
Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support1 year warranty
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Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty - 1 year
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