Kodak PlaySport HD Waterproof Digital Cameras (Video) Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

  • Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m)
  • Full 1080p HD video
  • Electronic image stabilization
  • Brilliant 2.0 in. color display
  • Capture 5 megapixel HD stills (16:9)

Kodak Playsport HD

Technical Details

  • Brand Name: Kodak
  • Model: 1442102
  • Height: 4.5 inches
  • Weight: 0.24 pounds
  • Width: 0.9 inches

 

Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 2.4 x 1 x 2.7 inches ; 3.1 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B0030MITLW
  • Item model number: 1442102
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars 
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #369 in Camera & Photo
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: January 5, 2010

 

Product Description From the Manufacturer

Life’s an adventure. Soak it up in HD.
Be fearless with the KODAK PLAYSPORT. It can plunge up to 10 feet under water and record it all in full 1080p HD.

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 ft underwater 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. 

 

Show them what you’re made of – in HD

Kodak Playsport HD

  • Take the plunge with the waterproof digital video camera capable of shooting up to 10 ft. (3 m) underwater
  • Go anywhere—rugged design enables full 1080p HD video recording in just about any environment    
  • Start bragging with amazing 5 MP, 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures

 

Make a colorful statement

Kodak Playsport HD

The KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera was designed with you in mind, right down to the colors it comes in. We took cues from the environment—from nature, to climate, to the adrenaline rush it provides—and transformed it into attention-grabbing colors that help you stand out from the crowd.

 

Don’t let sun glare ruin your recording

  • Simply use your camera settings to turn on the LCD Glare Shield feature
  • LCD Glare Shield feature gives you two filters to choose from that help you see your subject on the display screen in reflective outdoor situations
  • These filters are only applied to your display screen, not your footage—so everything you record will look as great as the moment you shot it

 

Smooth, stable, and always able

Kodak Playsport HD

  • Get sharper videos and less blur thanks to built-in electronic image stabilization
  • Accidents happen—luckily the KODAK PLAYSPORT isn’t afraid of a little fall, it can take it
  • Capture your friends in all their glory with smart face tracking technology
  • See more details and accurate colors with incredible low-light performance

 

Share your rebellious side

Kodak Playsport HD

  • Share on Facebook, and YouTube and Twitter sites with ease—built-in software and USB cable make editing, uploading, and sending e-mails simple
  • Debut videos in the palm of your hand with the vivid, high-contrast 2.0 in. color LCD
  • There’s always room for more—record up to 10 hours of HD video with expandable SD/SDHC card slot (up to 32 GB)1
  • Catch the highlights with slow motion playback right in the palm of your hand

 

Ready for the big screen—right out of the box

  • Complimentary HDMI cable lets your videos debut in full glory
  • Never miss a moment thanks to the rechargeable Li-Ion battery with in-camera charging
  • It doesn’t matter if you own a MAC or a PC—the KODAK PLAYSPORT is compatible with both

 

Be creative with great video software

Kodak Playsport HD

  • Edit and trim videos
  • Add a voice-over to narrate your footage when editing on a PC
  • Add pictures and music to your videos to make cool mash-ups
  • Grab and edit still images from video frames to get that perfect shot

Everything you need to shoot, watch, and share 1080p HD video

  • KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera
  • KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004
  • HDMI and AV cables
  • Wrist strap
  • User Guide
  • ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak (PC only)

 

Review by Mason Winterhalter:

I don't understand how people can review components and features of a product that's not even part of the product to begin with and rate the product low. I also don't understand when a review uses another product for comparison; compare apples to apples, not grapes to watermelons. If you read the specs before buying you would know that the Kodak Playsport does not come with a built in flash, external charger, macro, optical zoom, etc. Although they would be nice to have, it's just not relevant to this recorder, and would change the pricing for this product. For $150, the Kodak Playsport has its spot. 

I felt it was necessary to review the Kodak Playsport based solely on its included components and features. With that said I purchased the Kodak Playsport because its pocket sized, lightweight, and portable to catch those once-in-a-lifetime moments I would have otherwise missed with my old camcorder, since I don't like carrying a brick around with me everywhere I go. 

Review based on 720p/60fps… 

Great video quality. However loses some of that quality in low light situation. Turning on any light source(s) would definitley help. 
Audio is clear and does pick up distant noises, but best up closer. 
The digital zoom operates smoothly, with little to no jumpiness when zooming in or out. 
LCD glare filter changes the contrast settings of the screen to help with sun glare. 
EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) helps but I imagine would not take much to go past the design limits. I think the Kodak Playsports design actually helps contribute to EIS because how nice a fit it is in your hand which helps keep the recorder steady. 
Size and durability. Feels very sturdy. The rubberized coating should make it easier to grip when it gets wet. Plus no annoying finger marks. 
Plug and play. Easily connects to a TV using the supplied HDMI or component cables. 
Battery charges via USB or 120V adaptor. 
Have not tried the underwater feature or any still shots yet, but am excited to try it out at the pool come summer. Hopefully it doesn't disapoint. 

The Kodak Playsport read/writes at 9mb/s. Kodak recommends using a Class 4 SDHC card up to 32gb. I bought a Lexar Platinum II SDHC Card, Class 4, 16gb, 60x 9mb/s, works like a charm. At 1080p or 720p/60fps records about 3 hours, and at 720p/30fps records over 4 hours. Using more than a Class 4 card would be a waste of money since the Kodak Playsport can only perform up to 9mb/s, not to mention the problems I read about people using higher class cards (Kodak ZI8 model) and the device shutting off or freezing. May not affect the Kodak Playsport but it is the guts from the ZI8

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