Good low light performance
Good sharpness for its class
Rugged design
Abysmal color accuracy
Introduction
The Kodak Zx5 is a second-generation version of the company’s popular (and waterproof!) PlaySport camcorder. Instead of beefing up performance or features on the new model, Kodak decided to keep things simple and make small improvements—like cleaning up the menu system and adding a simplified “sharing” feature that makes it easier to upload your videos to YouTube.
The PlaySport Zx5 comes in blue, black, or red, and is available now at a retail price of $179.95.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Design
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Performance
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Usability
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Features
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Sample Videos
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Kodak Playsport Zx3 Comparison
 We compare the PlaySport Zx5 to the Playsport Zx3. Read More... |
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JVC Picsio GC-WP10 Comparison
 We compare the PlaySport Zx5 to the GC-WP10. Read More... |
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Sony Bloggie Touch MHS-TS10 Comparison
 We compare the PlaySport Zx5 to the Touch MHS-TS10. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Kodak PlaySport Zx5. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Specs & Ratings
See all the scores for the Kodak PlaySport Zx5. Read More... |
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Part 13
Comments
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