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Manufacturer: Kodak Part number: 1442102
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- The Kodak Playsport is an excellent minicamcorder that can take some rough treatment and capture solid HD video.
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CNET editors' review
Kodak Playsport (black) price range: $109.00 - $114.99
- Reviewed by: Joshua Goldman
- Reviewed on: 05/27/2010
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.
User reviews
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Looks good on paper but fails in execution.
by rcc2k9 on May 23, 2010
Pros: Great price. Comes with all needed accessories, even an HDMI cable. Use of the included software is optional.
Cons: Awful battery life. Poor indoor performance.
Summary: I was very excited when I bought this video camera. Full-HD video on a compact, waterproof, shock-resistant package, it seemed like the ideal camera. Until I found out that it ...
Summary: I was very excited when I bought this video camera. Full-HD video on a compact, waterproof, shock-resistant package, it seemed like the ideal camera. Until I found out that it only records up to 1 hour, 36 minutes of video (assuming you have a 4GB card or larger), because battery life is so bad that you can't even record for 2 hours.
Indoor video looks bad. The best way to describe it is like taking video from a cellphone at 320x240 resolution and then trying to display it on a 1920x1080 HDTV. All that pixelation and compression artifacts are magnified when you try to view the PlaySport's supposedly HD video on an HDTV. Note, this only happens with indoor videos. Videos taken outdoors on bright days look great.
You could take 5MP still pictures but don't bother taking them indoors, as the shots will come out darker than what you saw on the LCD preview screen. Needless to say, I returned this camera to the store after four days of owning it. It is not good enough! -
Super easy use, better feature set /software than Flip
by thegrimsleeper on May 18, 2010
Pros: Ergonomically pleasing. Waterproof to 10 feet and drop-proof to 1 meter. Excellent construction quality, rubberized plastic all around. Easy use, easy to switch modes between camera and camcorder. Had an Flip before, the Kodak is much better.
Cons: The inclusion of a rechargeable battery may be considered a plus, but bthe fact that it is proprietary and not able to be powered by AA's off the shelf is a little bit of a drawback. Battery life has been fine. I found extra batteries for $2.50
Summary: Better build quality than Flip, better feature set and better quality video and stills. Included software is by Arcsoft and is leaps and bounds beyond the Flip software which I ...
Summary: Better build quality than Flip, better feature set and better quality video and stills. Included software is by Arcsoft and is leaps and bounds beyond the Flip software which I considered to be a joke. Having the storage on any SD card makes it easy as they are cheap and easy to find. This also makes transferring videos super easy. I'm very pleased with the ergonomics, the ease of use, especially when switching between video and camera modes (e.g., 5 MP stills, 720p, 720p @60 fps, 1080p). There are different lens filters for water, dark, and indoor environments. Takes good stills indoors even without a flash. Buying an extra SD card is cheap, and I found extra Li-Ion batters for just under $3.00 bucks each. Tried the flip, wasn't impressed, took a chance on the Kodak, absolutely loved it. Great bargain at $129--it even includes a mini HDMI cable to hook up directly to your HDTV, or standard cables for SDTV's. Would buy this product again.
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Very happy
by reel_salty on May 17, 2010
Pros: Really easy to use. buttons are perfect for my big thumbs and its water tight
Cons: Would like a light, and EIS could be better
Summary: So nice to capture my kids and friends in action with out asking anyone to" hold on, let me get my camera." Just pull it out and simotaniously turn on ...
Summary: So nice to capture my kids and friends in action with out asking anyone to" hold on, let me get my camera." Just pull it out and simotaniously turn on and push record. No more bags and straps. Great deal and functional. Definatly has the most dextarity of all the pocket cameras.
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Excellent for the size and price
by eole on May 17, 2010
Pros: nice colours, sharp, good quality video and still pictures, small so you can carry it everywhere and be ready for "Kodak moments". Waterproof so ideal for the beach or rainy weather. Easy to use.
Cons: digital zoom is useless, file numbering system also.
Summary: if you don't mind having 0001 file all over again (after deleting previous ones on camera) - go for it! I't annoying, but otherwise I'm happy with ...
Summary: if you don't mind having 0001 file all over again (after deleting previous ones on camera) - go for it! I't annoying, but otherwise I'm happy with mine.
Update: Well, after shooting a number of underwater videos and stills, it just gave up! The water started leaking inside. (Nothing was accidentaly open). So, now it's dead and on it's way to Kodak. I wander what's their warranty policy in this case. I know they usually don't cover for water damage, but this IS underwater camera! Wait and see....
Updated on Jan 24, 2011 -
great product at a great price
by richiec6969-2009 on April 21, 2010
Pros: Have had this video camera for about a month. It takes great video and is extremely easy to use. the screen is a decent size and the resolution is superb for a camera under $200 dollars.
Cons: Nothing I have found. Maybe a 2.5 inch display but I can live with the 2.0 size.
Summary: If you are looking for a solid, well priced, easy to use video camera this is the one to get.
Summary: If you are looking for a solid, well priced, easy to use video camera this is the one to get.
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This Product Rocks!
by bmpskier100 on March 31, 2010
Pros: HD quality, waterproof, ease of use, external memory slot, durability
Cons: battery life
Summary: Way better than the other product I've used. Bought this at Sears along with the 2 year warranty and have been happy except for battery life. I took it ...
Summary: Way better than the other product I've used. Bought this at Sears along with the 2 year warranty and have been happy except for battery life. I took it skiing today on an epic powder day...31 inches of new snow! Take a look:
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If you love the outdoors this is the camera for you!
by yelverton22 on March 27, 2010
Pros: Lightweight and easy to carry
Cheap
High quality video
Waterproof
Shock proof
Fast
Easy to see screen in sunlight
Connects easily with your pc or mac, and facebook.Cons: A bigger view screen would beThe digital zoom could be a little faster
Summary: I spend my time outdoors hiking and in the mountains. I have had many cameras but this one takes the cake. I attach a wrist strap to it and im ...
Summary: I spend my time outdoors hiking and in the mountains. I have had many cameras but this one takes the cake. I attach a wrist strap to it and im ready to go.
Bottom line is this. For $150 this camera is amazing. Perfect for posting to facebook or sharing family videos. I already have about 10 vidoes on facebook and several people have commented on the quiality.
If you are looking for a compact HD camera for the trail, camping, pool, or beach this is the camera for you! -
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by vladmcd on March 15, 2012
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Overall it's the best on the market.
by meikam2323 on January 25, 2012
Pros: Overall it's the best on the market.
Cons: Overall it's the best on the market.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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it is a good product.
by emongaq123 on August 10, 2011
Pros: i dont know.
Cons: i dont know.
0 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kodak
- Part number: 1442102
- Description: Heads up, adrenaline junkies. The Kodak Playsport has as much appetite for adventure as you do. And it's not afraid to get wet. This audacious little camera can plunge up to 10 feet under water and capture the entire experience in full 1080p HD. And you don't need to worry about blurry footage when things get a little shaky. With built-in image stabilization, the Kodak Playsport will stay steady as a rock. From the waves, to the slopes, to the mud-soaked trails, this baby was made for the extremes.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Camcorder - 1080p
- Enclosure Color Black
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 5 megapixels
- Effective Photo Resolution 5 megapixels
- Total Pixels 5.0 megapixels
- Camcorder Media Type Flash card
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Shooting modes Digital photo mode
- White Balance Automatic
- Exposure Modes Automatic
- Image Recording Format JPEG
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
- AV Interfaces HDMI,
Composite video/audio Lens System
- Type Lens - 5.54 mm - F/2.8
- Lens aperture F/2.8
- Lens system type Lens
- Min focal length 5.54 mm
- Focus Adjustment Focus free
Additional Features
- Additional Features YouTube capture mode,
USB 2.0 compatibility - Software Drivers & Utilities,
ArcSoft MediaImpression - Included Accessories Wrist strap,
HDMI cable,
Audio / video cable Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 2 in LCD display
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB,
1 x HDMI output,
1 x Composite video/audio output Memory / Storage
- Media type Flash card
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support Apple Mac OS X 10.4 or later,
MS Windows Vista,
MS Windows 7,
MS Windows XP SP2 - Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Miscellaneous
- Protection Crushproof,
Waterproof - Underwater Depth Up to 9.8 ft
Battery
- Supported Battery Kodak KLIC 7004
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
- Microphone technology Electret condenser
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Power
- Battery type - Lithium ion
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Features Built-in
Product series
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Manufacturer: Kodak
Specs: Lens - 5.54 mm - F/2.8,
Kodak Playsport - Camcorder - Pocket - Flash card
Accessories
- Hoodman Camcorder Mounting Strap LCD screen hood loupe strap (34879378)24.99
- Lowepro Digital Video Case 30 - pouch for camcorder (34580141)20.94
- Vanguard BIIN 17 - shoulder bag for camcorder (35263239)22.95 - 27.59
- Vanguard BIIN 8H - carrying bag for camcorder (35263244)10.33 - 20.70
- Vanguard BIIN 8H - carrying bag for camcorder (35263251)10.33 - 18.80
- Veho Extreme Sports Pack for Muvi camcorder accessory kit (34879765)17.99 - 19.99
- Sony LCS BBH/B - case for camcorder (35153999)24.99
- Sony LCS BBG/B - soft case for camcorder (35136296)24.99
- Sony LCJ TSA/W - case for camcorder (34576173)11.99 - 26.42
- Canon FC-10 - semi-hard case for camcorder (33614120)26.99
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Kodak
- Address:
343 State Street, Rochester, NY 14650
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