Review of Kodak Play Sport Eis Video Camera
I purchased the Kodak Play Sport a merge of weeks ago to allow me to start taking videos of my Michigan kayak river and lake adventures. Most of my recordings are on flat water versus faster activity shots of white water, so I have not estimate fast activity shots yet. Eis stands for Electronic Image Stabilization, which Kodak says can reduce video blur.
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I purchased this singular model due to the very uncostly price point of 9.00 and the fact that it claims to be waterproof down to a depth of 10 feet for my use in boating. The camera is about the size if an iPhone.
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Kodak Mini Video Camera with SD Card (Grey) Review
Kodak Mini Video Camera with SD Card (Grey) Feature
- One Touch Video and Audio Recording
- Auto Focus
- Simple Button Layout
- Expandable Flash Memory (2 GB Micro SD Memory Card included)
- Built-in Battery Charger
Kodak Mini Video Camera with SD Card (Grey) Overview
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I have used the camera now for 2 paddling day trips and I have to say in short, I am very impressed. The ability of the video superb when viewed whether on the camera itself, or even better from my computer hard drive. I have also uploaded and viewed the videos to YouTube and my web site. The ability is still exquisite viewed from both of those online sources but tend to be just a minute jumpy due to the internet connection. The recorded video can also be viewed be directly from the camera to your Hdtv, but I have not done that yet, I'm anxious to try it however.
In increasing to exquisite video, the microphone with the unit is very sensitive and again I'm impressed with the ability of the sound. I did find that wind did work on the sound if you're outside on a very windy day. The microphone does have a gain setting which I have not played with yet to see if this improves the sound on a windy day. The camera itself also has a setting for glare, but I have not found a need to mess with this setting. I'm clear it will be impressive.
Both down loading the videos and charging the unit is very easy via Usb connection. The controls are minimal and easy to outline out. There are only 5 buttons with good graphics for control, but these contribute all the features you need. The center push/tilt button provides most of the operating functions needed. The instruction hand-operated is only 19 pages indicating how easy the camera to use. Did I mention it also takes good still shots?
I purchased a 16 Gb memory card, and it will take up to a 32Gb memory card. There is not sufficient internal memory to use the camera so you must buy an extra memory card. I have found the 16Gb card very sufficient for taking a day's worth of videos (turning the camera on and off based on the action).
I have heard complaints from other citizen that their video camera has short battery life. I have found no issues with battery life so far and have found no need to buy a second battery as a back-up. I have used the camera all day as much as I wanted without the battery going dead.
The other feature I have not tried is filming under water to see if the claim for underwater use is valid. There is a setting for underwater use that that must be set prior to underwater use.
So far I have found no fault with the camera and the ability of the sound and video far exceeds my expectations. It is well worth the money even if you never thought about needing a video camera like I did.
retell of Kodak Play Sport Video Camera - Great For Kayaking
