Life’s an adventure. Soak it up in HD.
Be fearless with the KODAK PLAYSPORT. It can plunge up to 3 m (10 ft) under water and record it all in full 1080p HD.
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- Overview
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The latest model in our widely popular PLAYSPORT Video Camera line—the KODAK PLAYSPORT Zx5 —is up for any challenge. Built-in image stabilization lets you take beautiful 1080p HD video in the harshest conditions. Insanely tough design makes it dustproof, shockproof and waterproof up to 10 ft.
Heads up, adrenaline junkies. The KODAK PLAYSPORT Zx3 waterproof digital video camera 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 3 m (10 ft) under water 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
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- Take the plunge with the waterproof digital video camera capable of shooting up to 3 m (10 ft) under water
- 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
The KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx3 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
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- 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
- Get sharper videos and less blur thanks to built-in electronic image stabilization
- Accidents happen—luckily the 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
- Share on FACEBOOK, 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 5.1 cm (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
- 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
Tips & Projects Exchange
Explore our community
Kodak’s Tips & Projects Exchange connects you with exclusive content from product innovators and users to help:
- Enhance your video through tips, projects, forums, and workshops
- Improve your Kodak experience with simple and savvy how-to videos
- Share creative ideas with ease and discover all your video possibilities
Everything you need to shoot, watch, and share 1080p HD video
- KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx3
- 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)
- 1Record about 20 min per 1 GB at 720p HD at 30 fps. Actual results may vary.
- Specifications
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Product Specifications
Sensor type 1 / 2.5–type 5 MP CMOS
Lens - 5.54 mm, 35 mm equivalent
- 48 mm @ 1080p
- 36 mm @ 720p
- 36 mm @ WVGA
- 36 mm still capture
Zoom 4X digital
Image stabilization electronic
Display size 5.1 cm (2.0 in.)
Storage 128 MB internal memory[1], SD/SDHC card expansion slot (up to 32 GB)
Focus modes normal
Focus range 100 cm (39.4 in.) –infinity
White balance auto
File formats - video: H.264 (MOV), AAC LC
- still: JPEG
Capture modes - 1080p—1920 x 1080, 30 fps
- 720p / 60 fps—1280 x 720, 60 fps
- 720p—1280 x 720, 30 fps
- WVGA—848 x 480, 30 fps
- still—5.3 MP, 16:9 widescreen, interpolated
Microphone yes—monaural
Speaker yes
I/O interface USB 2.0 (high speed), AV out, HDMI
Tripod mount 1/4 in. standard
Power KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004, AC Adapter
Dimensions 58.0 × 112.5 × 19.5 mm (2.3 × 4.4 × 0.8 in.)
Weight 4.5 oz (128 g) without battery
Package Contents
- KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx3
- KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004
- Adapter and cable for charging
- HDMI and AV cables
- Wrist strap
- User Guide
- ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak (on-camera)
Warranty
one year
System Requirements
WINDOWS
- WINDOWS XP SP2, VISTA, WINDOWS 7 or later
- INTERNET EXPLORER 6.0 or higher
MACINTOSH
- MACINTOSH 10.4, 10.5, 10.6 or higher
- SAFARI 1.1 or higher
Hardware
- PENTIUM 4, 2.8 GHz processor or greater
- 1 GB RAM and 64 MB video RAM
- 300 MB hard drive disk space available
- CD-ROM drive
- Available USB port (1.1 or higher)
- 1024 × 768 display resolution
- 1128 MB internal memory / 20.3 MB available for video and picture storage (1 MB equals one million bytes).
- Accessories
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Recommended Accessories
All Compatible Accessories
= RecommendedMemory Cards
Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.#3951654
Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.#3950235
Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.#3949153
Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.#3946811
A lot of memory for lots of memories.#3955127
A lot of memory for lots of memories.#3949146
A lot of memory for lots of memories.#3946829
Secure your pictures with the brand you trust.#1299379
Batteries & Chargers
The ideal choice for your camera's power#3944022
Life happens. Be ready!- Small, sleek design
- Fast, one-hour charging
- Compatible with most KLIC-7000 series batteries
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Bags, Cases, & Straps
Get out there.#1953058
A life preserver for your waterproof camera.- Keeps your waterproof camera afloat
- Bright and adjustable
- Comfortable and lightweight
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A life preserver for your waterproof camera.- Keeps your waterproof camera afloat
- Bright and adjustable
- Comfortable and lightweight
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Versatile camera protection for a great price.- Sporty, neoprene exterior
- Padded interior
- Versatile carabineer clip
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Versatile camera protection for a great price.- Sporty, neoprene exterior
- Padded interior
- Versatile carabineer clip
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A great value for a first-class case.- Modern, neoprene exterior
- Padded interior
- Convenient belt loop
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A great value for a first-class case.- Modern, neoprene exterior
- Padded interior
- Convenient belt loop
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An all around great camera case.- 100% nylon exterior
- Padded interior
- Interior mesh pocket
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An all around great camera case.- 100% nylon exterior
- Padded interior
- Interior mesh pocket
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Keep your camera safe and accessible.- Black, nylon exterior
- Easy lock-and-release buckle
- Stylish accent and trim
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Tripods & Mounts
Strap it on to shoot and share!- Designed for PLAYSPORT Video Camera
- Rugged, heavy-duty materials
- Extremely adjustable
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AC Adapters
Power up your USB device quickly and easily.- Charge your USB device quickly
- Small and convenient
- Great for cameras and more
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Lenses & Flash
Add a unique twist to the way you see your world.- Easy magnetic mount
- Creates unique images
- Perfect for most digital video cameras
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Widen your world with this add-on lens.- Easy magnetic mount
- Wide-angle and macro lens combined
- Perfect for most digital video cameras
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Zoom in closer to the action.- Easy magnetic mount
- Zoom in 2X closer
- Perfect for most digital video cameras
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Cables
Connect, copy and charge.- Copy pictures and videos to your computer
- Charges many KODAK Cameras
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Watch all your great moments on the big screen!- Connect to your TV
- Compatible with C122, C142, Zi8 and PLAYSPORT
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Other Accessories
Conveniently record and relive.- Easy controls
- Battery included
- Let's you participate in the action
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Universal
Capture the action from your point of view!- Mounts to standard bicycle handlebars
- Holds P&S cameras and digital video cameras
- Adjustable rubberized clamp
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Capture the action from your point of view!- Adhesive pad mounts to flat surfaces
- Holds P&S cameras and digital video cameras
- Adjustable 360° rotating pan head
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Recharge your devices when you’re on the go.- Portable power–charges via USB
- Provides hours of backup power
- Sleek, small design
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Recharge your portable devices while you drive.- Portable power–charges via 12 V car outlet
- Super fast charge–1 Amp per port
- Provides back up power, simultaneously on two devices
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- Reviews
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Media ReviewsUrban Latino Magazine, September 2010 issue
Marqueta Accessories section (p. 39)
"Heads up, adrenaline junkies! Accidents happen, but the Kodak PlaySport, $149.95, isn’t afraid of a little fall - it can take it! This audacious little camera can plunge up to 10 ft under water and capture the entire experience in full HD and with built-in image stabilization, the video footage stays rock steady."
The Gadget Show – “Pocket Camcorders” (UK)
PLAYSPORT Beats Flip Slide HD and Sanyo Xacti | 2010-08-30
Katie-reviewer on the Kodak PlaySport: “What a brilliant camcorder… This is fab!” In final head-to-head with Sanyo, Kodak PlaySport called out for making it quick and easy to share your videos. “It’s 4 G’s for the Kodak [PlaySport]. It was quick and easy with good quality pictures and being waterproof was a real bonus.”
The Hindu Business Line (India)
Kodak Launches New Products in Gujarat | 2010-08-28
"The [PLAYSPORT] camera, which can also capture 5 megapixel still pictures, has been specifically designed for consumers with active lifestyles, allowing them to capture full 1080p HD video, even underwater, with the touch of a button…”
GetConnectedMedia.com (Canada)
Review: KODAK PLAYSPORT | 2010-08-02
“What’s cool about this one is it’s very simple to use, it takes full HD video… The quality is awesome.”
New York Times/NYTimes.com
Cool Tools for Capturing Summer Memories | 2010-06-09
“The waterproof KODAK PLAYSPORT lets you make a splash with high-definition video at an affordable price of $140 at Amazon.com… the image quality is excellent.”
Forbes.com
Waterproofing Your Vacation | 2010-06-08
“Kodak created an "underwater capture mode" that corrects color in videos, essentially removing some of the blue and green tint found in pool and sea water. It also included an electronic image stabilization feature to tone down the shakiness that comes with shooting in and under water."
GlobeandMail.com (UK)
KODAK PLAYSPORT designed to be dunked | 2010-06-07
“The PLAYSPORT is an easy recommendation…the first camcorder I’ve felt completely secure in handing over to my five-year-old, which is no small thing for a dad who is constantly pestered to share his hardware.”
DailyTelegraph.com (UK)
Gadget Inspectors compare the Flip and Kodak pocket cameras | 2010-06-04
KODAK PLAYSPORT "gives the Flip a run for its money." PLAYSPORT receives a 9/10 and 8/10 by the two reviewers, whereas Flip got a 7/10 and 6/10.
Toronto Star/TheStar.com (Canada)
Review: KODAK PLAYSPORT | 2010-06-03
“It’s an HD video camera—and it’s waterproof!! Dad will get good use out of this gift this summer!”
MomLogic.com
Best Gadget Gifts for Father’s Day | 2010-06-01
"This is the underwater camera for those who don't want to fiddle with controls. It's like taking your cellphone into the water. Once you find the tiny “on” button, you just point, push the white button in the middle, and—presto!—you're shooting 1080p video."
People Style Watch, June/July 2010 issue
5 New Tech Must-Haves for Summer
“Sturdy Video Recorder: Record in HD under water. Plus it has built-in image stabilization. Comes in tons of colors!”
Fitness Magazine, June 2010 issue
Sporty Waterproof Shooters
“The durable KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera captures adventures in HD and comes with easy-to-use editing software.”
CNET.com
Review: KODAK PLAYSPORT | 2010-05-28
"If your main concerns are an inexpensive HD pocket video camera that can handle a day at the pool, a hike in the woods, or some time in inclement weather, the PLAYSPORT is highly recommended."
Awards
CES Innovations 2011
Design & Engineering Showcase Honors Award
CES Innovations 2011
Best of Innovations Award
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Media Reviews
