Kodak PlaySport Zx5

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 3022 reviews of Kodak PlaySport Zx5. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Views about the size and image quality are on the whole positive. The price and portability also get good feedback. Many are negative about the connectivity and control panel.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Kodak PlaySport Zx5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 637 user reviews of Kodak PlaySport Zx5 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the size and image quality are overall positive. The price and portability also get good comments, whereas some have doubts about the connectivity and reliability.

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79% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1417 user reviews of Kodak PlaySport Zx5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People really like the durability and image quality. The price and portability also get good feedback, but there are some negative comments about the connectivity and control panel.

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75% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

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Kodak PlaySport Zx5

The waterproof/shockproof ; produces very good video quality for its price and size, is easy to use, and has good editing/sharing software.

The PlaySport doesn't have a built-in USB connector, there's no flash or video light, and the battery can't be removed.

The rugged Kodak PlaySport Zx5 is a very good minicamcorder, but falls just shy of improving on last year's model, despite being more durable.

May, 2012

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Expert review by : Joe Osborne (pcmag.com)

Kodak PlaySport Zx5 Burton Edition

A miniature HD video camera that's built for outdoor occasions, the Kodak PlaySport Zx5 Burton Edition offers case designs by Burton that house a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor.

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Sep, 2011

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Kodak PlaySport Zx5 review

Editors' note: Kodak has issued a firmware update for the PlaySport Zx5 that prevents it from "freezing" or "locking up" during video capture or review, and enables the use of Class 10 SDHC and SDHC UHS-1 memory cards.

The waterproof/shockproof Kodak PlaySport Zx5 produces very good video quality for its price and size, is easy to use, and has good editing/sharing software.

The PlaySport doesn't have a built-in USB connector, there's no flash or video light, and the battery can't be removed.

The rugged Kodak PlaySport Zx5 is a very good minicamcorder, but falls just shy of improving on last year's model, despite being more durable.

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Kodak Playsport Zx5 Video Camera

If you want to record video outdoors, at the beach, or anywhere else there's water, the compact Kodak Playsport Zx5 pocket camcorder is a top choice.

Lens offers autofocus capability. Good video quality. Water- and drop-proof. Simple to operate. Storage is expandable. Easy media sharing with social-networking sites.

No integrated storage, requires SD cards. Lacks a built-in USB connector. Battery isn't removable. Small, low-res LCD.

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Apr, 2011

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Expert review by : Mark Calley (digitalcamerareview.com)

Kodak PlaySport Zx5 Review

Last month we tried out the Kodak EasyShare Sport C123, a rugged digital camera that fell well below expectations.

Rough, tough ; Macro mode ; Decent video quality

Small display ; Not good in low-light

One attribute of the PlaySport that Kodak has heavily advertised is its proprietary Share button (a feature also present on the EasyShare Sport). It allows users to designate specific websites to publish pictures and videos to, and supports Facebook,...

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (reviewed.com)

Kodak PlaySport Zx5

Instead of beefing up performance or features, Kodak makes small improvements

Good low light performance; Good sharpness for its class; Rugged design

Abysmal color accuracy

With Cisco killing off its Flip camcorder line last month, the ultracompact camcorder market was left with some gaping holes to fill. Kodak’s series of pocket-cams may be poised to take over a chunk of the Flip’s former market, and, we must say, the...

May, 2011

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Best pocket HD camcorder

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...

Shoots 1080p HD, waterproof to 10 feet, snaps 5-megapixel still photos, includes HDMI cable and wall charger, inexpensive

No built-in memory, bundled software isn't Mac-compatible, some owners say it leaks underwater

Nov, 2010

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Expert review by : Steve Holt (the-gadgeteer.com)

Kodak Playsport Video Camera Review

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...

Rugged and solid ; Great price for all these features ; Video quality is excellent

Digital zoom is worthless ; Digital camera options are sorely lacking

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by : Adam Weinberg (askmen.com)

Kodak PlaySport

If you're active or like to watch active events, you need a camcorder that can keep up with you and the action.

Do you prefer shooting video or snapping still images? Kodak made plenty of fans with its previous pocket camcorder release, the Zi8, so when the company pulled back the curtain on the next ultracompacket HD camera, hype was in no short supply. Set...

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Expert review by : James Morris (trustedreviews.com)

Kodak Playsport Zx5

Kodak's waterproof pocket camcorder range gets tough.

Waterproof to 3m ; Withstands drop from 1.5m ; Full HD shooting

No built-in memory ; Fixed battery ; No backlight compensation setting

The Kodak Playsport Zx3 was already great value for a waterproof pocket Internet camcorder. The Zx5 is around £30 more than the current price for the Zx3, and although it doesn’t add much in the way of extra features, the improved shock rating makes it...

May, 2011

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