Kodak Playtouch Video Camera

alaTest has collected and analyzed 148 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the connectivity and resolution. The value for money and portability are also mentioned favorably. The build quality and features get critical opinions. There are some mixed opinions about the battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Kodak Playtouch Video Camera is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Kodak Playtouch Video Camera

 

The Playtouch ($229.95 direct) is Kodak's new top-of-the-line HD pocket camcorder, and its first model to feature a touch screen. A full $50 more than the Kodak Zi8 ($179.95, 4 stars), the price is on the high side, but Kodak throws in plenty of...

Slick design with responsive touch screen. Variety of HD video resolution and frame-rate options. 5-megapixel still image capture. In-camera video effects. Macro focus. Microphone input. Headphone jack. HDMI cable included

Video quality isn't as impressive as the competition. Only a 2-inch portion of the 3-inch display is viewable while recording video

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Kodak PlayFull Waterproof Ze2Camcorder Review

 

The Kodak PlayFull Waterproof Ze2 is a cheap, bare-bones camcorder that lets you shoot 720p HD video underwater. There's nothing flattering about the Ze2 in terms of performance or features, but its ridiculously compact design and sub-$100 price tag...

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Kodak PlayTouch Review

 

The Kodak PlayTouch pocket HD camcorder is a slim touch-based successor to the well-received Zi8.

Extrernal mic input ; HDMI cable included ; Effective touch controls

Display size limited when shooting ; Mediocre video quality ; Low build quality in parts

Overall however, I have to say the PlayTouch is a misfire for Kodak, but one that could easily be fixed with a tweak to the display function and a return to PlaySport video quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Kodak Playtouch Video Camera

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 81 user reviews of the Kodak Playtouch Video Camera from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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49% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Kodak Playtouch... a very good handheld

 

My first entry into the handheld HD arena was a Sony Bloggie product. While it performed adequately, it was well below my hopes and expectations. I returned it and ordered the Playtouch - this after evaluating a lot of reviews. This product produces a...

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It's Orange, but it rocks!

 

Got this refurblished and so far as a walk-around camcorder/camera, it's worked really nice. I already had a stereo lavalier mic so when I attach that to it, the camera super rocks! Haven't tried it in low light, but I do have LEDs I can use with it so...

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It was great - when it worked...

 

I was very pleased with the quality of the videos I was able to take. It worked great for about 3 weeks. Yesterday I was going to record a client at work, drove 90 minutes to see him, was looking forward to it and the camera screen froze. Needless to...

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Like but not totally satisfied

 

I love the quality of the video. It is easy to use. When I pan out to get a wider view it doesn't go far at all. I was really dissappointed with the view range. Other than that I am fully satisfied!!

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A Great Starter Video Cam With A Rare Must Have Feature

 

Being new to the video cam life but with ambitions for doing some serious work, I was looking for an entry level camera that I could learn and practice technique on before springing for a long term, expensive work horse. After logging a few hours of...

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Great HD Video!

 

I love this video camera. It's small and compact and the video quality is amazing, especially considering it only cost $69. We ended up buying a second one as a gift because we love it so much.

Product Specifications

Configuration

3 Chip Technic: No
Autofocus:No / Unknown
Built-in Flash: No
Changeable Lens: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Image Stabiliser:Electronical Image Stabiliser / No
Sensor Size:1/3.2''
View Finder Type:LCD Monitor

Connectivity

Bluetooth: No
Digital Input: Yes
Firewire IEEE-1394 Interface: No
HDMI:No / Yes
HDMI Interface: Yes
HDMI PORT: Yes
PictBridge: No
Type of Memory Stick Interface : No
Type of SD Card Interface :SD Card / SD HC Card
USB: Yes
USB Interface: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No
Wireless Interface: No

General Features

3D: No
Bridge Camera: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Format:Flash + Memory Card / Memory Card
Handheld Position:CHOCOLATEBAR
Product Type:Pocket Camcorder
Resolution:Full HD
Sensor Size:1/3.2''
SLR / Compact:Compact Camera
Type:Pocket Camcorder

Memory

Compact Flash Card: No
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: No
Memory Type:Internal + External
Micro Drive: No
Multimedia Card: No
SDXC Card: No
Secure Digital Card: Yes
Secure Digital High Capacity Card: Yes
XD Card: No

Power Supply

Battery Type:Kodak KLIC-7004

Recording

Aperture Priority: No
Face Detection Mode:Face Detection / No
HD Video Format:MPEG4
Movie / Voice Recording:Movie + Voice
RAW Format: No
Recording Format:16:9 / 4:3 / 4:3
Shutter Priority: No
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