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Kodak Playsport Zx5 Review
Review posted 7/12/2011
For those who want the ability to record full HD video, without lugging around a digicam camcorder, Kodak has created various pocket-sized digital video cameras, like the Playsport Zx5. This is the most rugged of the bunch, offering similar specifications to past models, however with waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof capabilities.
Whether you're on the boat, hiking in the mountains, or hanging ten on the surfboard, you can keep the Zx5 with you at all times to capture the action. On top of recording video at 1080p (30fps), you can also shoot at 720p (60 or 30fps), and a WVGA (30fps) settings that's optimized for Apple products like the iPod. What's more is the Playsport gives you the ability to snap 5-megapixel still photos, along with a host of creative effects for both stills and video. The camera has 128MB of internal memory, but also sports an SD/SDHC card slot.
Kodak Playsport Zx5 Features:
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| The Kodak Playsport Zx5 is a fun little pocket HD video camera. Video quality is good for a camera of this size, and you can capture decent 5-megapixel images when needed. With a street price of $159.99 US, the Playsport is very easy on the pocketbook. Read more in our Full Conclusion. |
For those who want the ability to record full HD video, without lugging around a digicam camcorder, Kodak has created various pocket-sized digital video cameras, like the Playsport Zx5. This is the most rugged of the bunch, offering similar specifications to past models, however with waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof capabilities.
Whether you're on the boat, hiking in the mountains, or hanging ten on the surfboard, you can keep the Zx5 with you at all times to capture the action. On top of recording video at 1080p (30fps), you can also shoot at 720p (60 or 30fps), and a WVGA (30fps) settings that's optimized for Apple products like the iPod. What's more is the Playsport gives you the ability to snap 5-megapixel still photos, along with a host of creative effects for both stills and video. The camera has 128MB of internal memory, but also sports an SD/SDHC card slot.
Kodak Playsport Zx5 Features:
- 5MP, 1/3.2-inch CMOS imaging sensor
- 5.5mm fixed focus lens (f/2.8), 35mm equivalents: 48 mm (1080p), 36 mm (720p/60 fps, 720p, WVGA), 36 mm (still)
- 4x Digital Zoom
- Waterproof down to 3 meters (9.8 feet)
- Dustproof
- Shockproof up to 5.5 feet (1.5 meters)
- Full 1080p HD video capture
- SD/SDHC support up to 32GB
- Built-in Digital Image Stabilization
- 2.0-inch LCD screen
- 128MB internal memory
- Normal (Auto) and Macro focusing modes
- H.264 (MOV) video with AAC LC audio
- Built-in Microphone
- Internal rechargeable Li-Ion battery (up to 120 mins. of video)
- 5-megapixel still image capture
- USB 2.0 built in
- Video Editing Software
- 1/4-inch standard tripod mount
- HDMI output (cable sold separately)
- Share button for easy tagging for automatic social media sharing (once plugged into a PC)
In the Box:
- KODAK Zx5 Video Camera
- Adapter and USB cable for battery charging
- Wrist strap
- User Guide
- ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak and Kodak Shaore Button App (PC only)
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