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KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5 / Green

KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5 / Green
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Takes an impact. Makes an impact—in full HD.

Share your most extreme moments simply. The KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5 delivers full 1080p HD with a rugged design that’s shockproof, dustproof, and waterproof up to 3 m (10 ft) underwater.

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Overview

If you’re going to live with no limits, you need a digital video camera that can deliver the goods in full 1080p HD. The KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5 is up for the challenge. We built it to take on the most extreme lifestyles with an insanely tough design—we’re talking shockproof, dustproof, and waterproof to a depth of 3 m (10 ft) . And built-in image stabilization smooths out even the roughest ride. Whether you’re carving up the mountain or pulling stunts in the skate park, the PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5 is up for anything. And with a touch of the Share button, shocking your social network couldn’t be simpler. Show the world why you’re So Kodak. We dare you.

Go anywhere, do anything, fearless design

    Waterproof*

  • Take the plunge up to 3 m (10 ft) under water for up to 2 hours
  • Don’t get the blues—underwater white balance mode gives true-to-life colors in the pool or under the waves

    Dustproof**

  • The muddiest, dustiest, sandiest conditions are no match for the PLAYSPORT’s rugged design

    Shockproof***

  • Bumps and bruises go with the territory—the PLAYSPORT can even take a fall from 1.5 m (5 ft)

* IEC 60529 IPX8 compliant— learn more . ** IEC 60529 IP6X compliant— learn more . ***MIL-STD-810F, shock equivalent (onto plywood).

Just press to impress

Flash piece belongs here. -

The world’s only cameras with 3-step sharing![1]

Kodak’s Share button makes sharing your videos and pictures as simple as 1, 2, 3.

  • Step 1—Just press Share when in review mode
  • Step 2—Choose your favorite sharing destination, e-mail address, or KODAK PULSE Digital Frame[2]
  • Step 3—Connect your camera to your computer or insert your memory card and your videos or pictures are automatically uploaded to the destination(s)

Only KODAK Cameras:

  • Let you simultaneously share to multiple social networks, e-mail and PULSE Digital Frame[3][4]
  • Automatically share when you connect to a PC[5]
  • Tag to the largest number of social networks: KODAK Gallery, YouTube, FACEBOOK, FLICKR, TWITTER, ORKUT, YANDEX, and KAIXIN001[6][7]

Show them what you’re made of—in HD

  • Full 1080p high definition captures your adventures in amazing detail
  • Easily switch to still camera mode to catch 5 MP, 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures

Choose the resolution that works for you:

  • 1080p—great for stunning playback on your HDTV—HDMI cable included!
  • 720p at 60 fps—for fast action and super slow motion playback
  • 720p at 30 fps—ideal for general recording in high definition
  • WVGA—perfect for conserving space on your memory card or smaller files sizes for web use

Smooth, stable, and always able

  • Get sharper videos and less blur thanks to built-in digital image stabilization
  • Capture your friends in their best light with smart face tracking technology—the camera detects and locks onto faces, then ensures great exposure around them
  • Get great close-up shots with macro mode (automatic detection or user selectable)
  • See more details and accurate colors with incredible low-light performance
  • There’s always room for more—record up to 10 hours of HD video with expandable SD/SDHC card slot (up to 32 GB)[8]

Don’t let sun glare ruin your recording

Flash piece belongs here. -

  • The bright 5.1 cm (2.0 in.) LCD automatically adjusts to the lighting conditions around you
  • See your screen even in ultra-bright sunlight—simply turn on the LCD Glare Shield feature

Simple on-camera editing

Flash piece belongs here. -

  • Trim your video to just the right moment and save it as a new video
  • Make a picture from a video frame

Cool capture effects give a new look to your scenes

  • Black and white
  • Sepia
  • High saturation—bright, bold colors
  • ’70s film—muted colors, slightly greenish cast, and a little graininess for a retro look

Great video editing software comes on-board the PLAYSPORT Camera

Download the software when you first connect it to your computer[9]to:

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

Make a colorful statement

  • Comes in a variety of colors
  • Soft rubberized feel for a secure grip
  • Rounded ergonomic design

Ready for the big screen

  • Complimentary HDMI cable lets your videos debut in full glory on your HDTV
  • It doesn’t matter if you own a MAC or a PC—the KODAK PLAYSPORT is compatible with both
  • The optional remote control makes it easy to comfortably enjoy your videos and pictures

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

Check it out

Ready to go—right out of the box

  • KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5
  • Adapter and cable for battery charging
  • HDMI and AV cables
  • Wrist strap
  • User Guide
  • ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak and KODAK Share Button App (both on-camera, PC only)
  • 1All models of digital still and video cameras manufactured in 2011 or later.
  • 2KODAK PULSE Digital Frame and KODAK Gallery support still pictures; video not supported.
  • 3All models of digital still and video cameras manufactured in 2011 or later.
  • 4KODAK PULSE Digital Frame and KODAK Gallery support still pictures; video not supported.
  • 5All models of digital still and video cameras manufactured in 2011 or later.
  • 6All models of digital still and video cameras manufactured in 2011 or later.
  • 7Sharing sites vary by region.
  • 8Record about 20 min per 1 GB at 720p HD at 30 fps. Actual results may vary.
  • 9On-board software for PC only.
  • Specifications


    Product Specifications

    Sensor type

    1 / 3.2–type 5 MP CMOS

    Lens

    5.5 mm, 35 mm equivalent

    Zoom

    4X digital

    Image stabilization

    digital

    Display size

    5.1 cm (2.0 in.) 112K TFT color LCD, 4:3, auto brightness control, LCD Glare Shield

    Storage

    128 MB internal memory[1], SD/SDHC card expansion slot (up to 32 GB)

    File formats

    • video: MPEG-4, AAC-LC
    • still: JPEG/EXIF v2.21

    Video length

    ~10 hours of HD video with the expandable SD/SDHC memory card slot up to 32 GB (~20 min. per 1 GB at 720p HD @ 30 fps)

    Focus system

    continuous TTL multizone auto focus (auto macro)

    Focus range

    • auto: 10 cm–infinity
    • macro: 7–17 cm
    • auto underwater: 13 cm–infinity
    • macro underwater: 10–22 cm

    Face Detection

    yes

    Capture modes

    • 1080p (16:9)—1920 x 1080, 30 fps
    • 720p (16:9)—1280 x 720, 60 fps
    • 720p (16:9)—1280 x 720, 30 fps
    • WVGA (16:9)—848 x 480, 30 fps
    • still (16:9)—5.3 MP

    Capture effects

    vivid color, normal color, sepia, B&W, high saturation, 1970's film look

    Weather/Outdoor ratings

    • waterproof—IEC 60529 IPX8, up to 3 m (10 ft)
    • dustproof—IEC 60529 IP6X
    • shockproof—MIL-STD-810F, 1.5 m (5 ft.) onto plywood

    Review mode

    delete, playback, FF, rewind, pause, volume control, tagging, Share, e-mail, add e-mail

    Editing options (video)

    trim, extract pictures

    Share destinations

    FACEBOOK, FLICKR, KODAK Gallery[2], YouTube, TWITTER, ORKUT, YANDEX and KAIXIN001 sites[3], e-mail, and KODAK PULSE Digital Frame[4]

    I/O interface

    micro USB (2.0 high speed)/AV out/5V DC charging; micro HDMI (type D)

    Tripod mount

    1/4 in. standard

    Microphone

    yes—monaural

    Speaker

    yes—monaural

    Power

    internal Li-Ion battery (service replaceable), in-camera charging

    Dedicated buttons

    power, capture, review, menu, 5-way switch, delete, Share

    Remote control

    optional

    Dimensions

    58.2 × 111.9 × 17.7 mm (2.3 × 4.4 × 0.7 in.)

    Weight

    4.4 oz (125 g)

    Package Contents

    • KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera / Zx5
    • Adapter and cable for battery charging
    • HDMI and AV cables
    • Wrist strap
    • User Guide
    • ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak and KODAK Share Button App (both on-camera, PC only)

    Warranty

    one year

    System Requirements

    WINDOWS

    • WINDOWS XP SP3, 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, 1.4 GHz processor or higher
    • PENTIUM 4, 2.8 GHz processor or higher for HD video
    • 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 MB available for video and picture storage (1 MB equals one million bytes).
  • 2KODAK PULSE Digital Frame and KODAK Gallery support still pictures; video not supported.
  • 3Sharing sites vary by region.
  • 4KODAK PULSE Digital Frame and KODAK Gallery support still pictures; video not supported.
  • Accessories

    Recommended Accessories

    All Compatible Accessories

    = Recommended

    Memory Cards

    SDHC High-Speed Card / 32 GB
    Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.

    #3951654


     
    SDHC High-Speed Card / 16 GB
    Increase the storage capacity of your SDHC-enabled device.

    #3950235


     
    SDHC Memory Card / 4 GB
    A lot of memory for lots of memories.

    #3946829


     

    Bags, Cases, & Straps

    Travel Bag / Large / Black
    Get out there.

    #1953058


     
    Floating Wrist Strap / Yellow
    A life preserver for your waterproof camera.
    • Keeps your waterproof camera afloat
    • Bright and adjustable
    • Comfortable and lightweight

    #1096379


     
    Floating Wrist Strap / Orange
    A life preserver for your waterproof camera.
    • Keeps your waterproof camera afloat
    • Bright and adjustable
    • Comfortable and lightweight

    #8365991


     
    Neoprene Case / Black with Red Trim
    Versatile camera protection for a great price.
    • Sporty, neoprene exterior
    • Padded interior
    • Versatile carabineer clip

    #1773472


     
    Neoprene Case / Black with Grey Trim
    Versatile camera protection for a great price.
    • Sporty, neoprene exterior
    • Padded interior
    • Versatile carabineer clip

    #1955202


     
    Neoprene Deluxe Case / Grey
    A great value for a first-class case.
    • Modern, neoprene exterior
    • Padded interior
    • Convenient belt loop

    #1998517


     
    Neoprene Deluxe Case / Red
    A great value for a first-class case.
    • Modern, neoprene exterior
    • Padded interior
    • Convenient belt loop

    #1490242


     
    Buckle Case / Black
    Keep your camera safe and accessible.
    • Black, nylon exterior
    • Easy lock-and-release buckle
    • Stylish accent and trim

    #1918929


     
    Classic Case
    Classy protection for your camera.
    • Faux, black leather exterior
    • Easy close magnetic flap
    • Integrated belt loop

    #8399446


     

    Tripods & Mounts

    Action Mount / Leg Strap
    Strap it on to shoot and share!
    • Designed for PLAYSPORT Video Camera
    • Rugged, heavy-duty materials
    • Extremely adjustable

    #8302531


     

    AC Adapters

    High Performance USB AC Adapter K20
    Power up your USB device quickly and easily.
    • Charge your USB device quickly
    • Small and convenient
    • Great for cameras and more

    #3952082


     

    Lenses & Flash

    Fisheye Lens
    Add a unique twist to the way you see your world.
    • Create unique images
    • Easy twist-on mount
    • Perfect for most digital video cameras

    #8427247


     
    Wide-Angle Lens
    Widen your world with this add-on lens.
    • Wide-angle and macro lens combined
    • Easy twist-on mount
    • Perfect for most digital video cameras

    #1602556


     
    Telephoto Lens
    Get closer to the action.
    • Zoom in 2X closer
    • Easy twist-on mount
    • Perfect for most digital video cameras

    #8966681


     

    Cables

    Camera USB Cable, Micro B / 5-Pin
    Connect, copy and charge.
    • Copy pictures and videos to your computer
    • Charges many KODAK Cameras

    #1526979


     
    AV Cable, Model AV-5 / 5-pin
    Watch all your great moments on the big screen!
    • Connect to your TV
    • Compatible with many KODAK Cameras

    #1041466


     
    Micro HDMI Cable
    Watch videos on the big screen!
    • Connect to your video camera to your HDTV
    • Watch videos on the big screen

    #1749274


     

    Other Accessories

    Remote Control
    Conveniently record and relive.
    • Easy controls
    • Battery included
    • Let's you participate in the action

    #1402486


     

    Universal

    Essential Action Mount / Handlebar
    Capture the action from your point of view!
    • Mounts to standard bicycle handlebars
    • Holds P&S cameras and digital video cameras
    • Adjustable rubberized clamp

    #1768134


     
    Essential Action Mount / Flat Surface
    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

    #1960806


     
    Essential Gripping Tripod / Large Black
    Ultimate flexibility that inspires creativity.
    • Holds P&S cameras, digital video cameras, and DSLRs
    • Grips onto uneven surfaces
    • Legs wrap around objects including trees, posts, and poles

    #1823319


     
    Essential Gripping Tripod / Small / Black
    Ultimate flexibility that inspires creativity.
    • Holds P&S cameras and digital video cameras
    • Grips onto uneven surfaces
    • Lightweight and easy to carry

    #8090797


     
    Essential Gripping Tripod / Small / Red
    Ultimate flexibility that inspires creativity.
    • Holds P&S cameras and digital video cameras
    • Grips onto uneven surfaces
    • Lightweight and easy to carry

    #1586668


     
    Essential USB Power Pack KP1000
    Recharge your devices when you’re on the go.
    • Portable power–charges via USB
    • Provides hours of backup power
    • Sleek, small design

    #8484875


     
    Essential Dual USB Car Adapter CA2
    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

    #1845809


     
    Essential Action Mount / Body Strap
    Strap it on to shoot and share!
    • Designed for PLAYSPORT Video Camera
    • Rugged, heavy-duty materials
    • Extremely adjustable

    #8055568


     
    Essential Tripod / Large 52
    Perfect for photographers on the run.
    • Lightweight
    • Folds for easy storage
    • Carrying case included

    #8001281


     
    Essential Hard Case / Grey Compact
    Protect your compact camera.
    • Ideal for compact digital cameras and pocket video cameras
    • Rugged, hard-sided zippered case
    • Belt clip for added convenience

    #1372598


     
    Essential Hard Case / Red Compact
    Protect your compact camera.
    • Ideal for compact digital cameras and pocket video cameras
    • Rugged, hard-sided zippered case
    • Belt clip for added convenience

    #1376060


     
    Essential Grip Case / Black
    Carry your compact camera wherever you go.
    • Ideal for compact digital cameras
    • Rugged, portable, water-resistant
    • Grip design w/removable clip included

    #8635609


     

    Reviews
    Media Reviews

    Examiner.com

    Review: KODAK PLAYSPORT Zx5 proves the blog camera is not dead | 2011-05-02

    "Cisco’s Flip cameras may have been discontinued, but blog cameras will live on. I recently reviewed... and now have my hands on the rugged KODAK PLAYSPORT Zx5 blog camera, which provides plenty of bank for your buck at around $170. You can purchase it at Best Buy right now (Los Angeles locations here). It is an upgrade to last year’s already excellent PLAYSPORT Zx3."

    www.11alive.com (NBC affiliate in Atlanta, GA)

    Try It Review: KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera (video) | 2011-05-02

    "The PLAYSPORT is autofocus and features electronic image stabilization to reduce shaking. There's an H2O mode to improve the color when shooting underwater. The camera also takes still pictures at five megapixel resolution."