Kodak has unveiled its new second generation Playsport Zx5 Video Camera, exclusively designed for adventure seekers who love to live without limits. The Zx5 is the Kodakâs update to Zx3. Though both versions look identical, but the Zx5 leads Zx3 in terms of durability and performance. The extremely tough built of Zx5 makes it fit to take on the most severe style of living. The Zx5 is shockproof, dustproof and waterproof even at a depth of 10 feet. Apart from being highly durable, the Zx5 is capable of capturing your adventures in full 1080p HD.
Features
1. The most notable feature of Kodak Zx5 is its 3 Step Sharing. Just press âShareâ, choose your favorite destination like email or KODAK PULSE Display, and connect the camera to your computer. The data will automatically get shared with your selected destination.
2. The Zx5 allows you to simultaneously share your videos and images with multiple social networking sites.
3. The Zx5 supports 5.3 megapixels, which makes the camera perfect to capture your adventures in amazing detail with full 1080p high definition. The camera is equipped with 5.5 mm or 35 mm equivalent lens with 4X digital zoom.
4. The camera has built in digital image stabilization, smart face tracking technology, and macro mode to enable you to click sharp and visually appealing pictures.
5. The LCD Glare Shield feature automatically adjusts to the light conditions around you to let you click shots even in ultra bright sunlight.
6. The Kodak Playsport Zx5 even supports editing software to edit or trim videos, and to add narration, pictures or music to your video. It also allows the user to extract snapshots from their videos.
7. The Zx5 comes with a HDMI port which allows you to showcase the full HD videos of your adventures on HDTV. The camera is compatible with both MAC and Windows based computers.
8. The new camera by Kodak weighs only 125 g with dimension of 2.3 x 4.4 x 0.7 inches.
High Points
1. The Zx5 is a waterproof mini camcorder which itself is a statement of its handling and durability. Its compact design veers away from the bulky looks of a standard waterproof product.
2. Though the camera doesnât come with flash capability, even then it captures images and videos really well in low lighting conditions.
3. The battery, of course, performs really well. Once charged, it is capable of two hours of continuous HD recording. Its performance is outstanding when compared to other portable camcorders.
4. The camcorder comes equipped with HDMI outlet, micro USB input, and a 1.25 inch bendable tripod. Apart from these basic accessories, a lot of other camera compatible accessories are also available in stores to enhance your adventurous shooting experience.
5. The Zx5 camera allows user to directly upload their full HD video recordings (.MP4 files) on YouTube and other websites.
6. User can shoot videos in various format settings like 1080p (30fps), 720p (60 or 30 fps) and WVGA (30fps). These settings are specially optimized for Apple products like the iPod and iPad.
7. The camera comes in a variety of colors like green, blue, black and red to let you make a colorful statement.
Price
The Kodak Playsport Zx5 is definitely a good choice if you want a device which is durable and easy to use even in harsh conditions. The camcorder can be yours for $199.95.
