Kodak One WiFi Swivel Screen Digital Camera
4.23 Megapixel, 3x Optical Zoom, Standard Point and Shoot, Video Capability Included, 3 in. LCD Panel, Built-in, MMC Card, SD Card...
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Review of Kodak EasyShare One Digital Camera
Kodak Digital Camera Review Everyone knows that Kodak EasyShare is a good contender in the digicam market – what they might not know is that Kodak has just got better, much better. The EasyShare One now has Wi-Fi technology giving it a sock knocking performance above the others. Kodak have come up with the EasyShare One at a perfect time, as there are only a few others offering wireless technology - especially for just over £300. Design | | The design is not floating our boat my any means – in fact it wouldn’t float if you stuck arm bands on it with its chunky weight. However, we did like the solid feel making comfortable in your hand, but you can forget slipping it in your pocket. One of the reasons for it being a heavy-weight champion is the size of the LCD. It’s a whopping 3 inches - causing the controls to be cramped down the right-hand side which is a big design fault. Next to the screen you’ll find a zoom rocker (we prefer them on the top for easier access), menu button, share button, delete button and a d-pad controller. The EasyShare One got a big thumbs-down from us when we noticed it lacks an optical viewfinder. In direct sunlight the LCD is about as much use a chocolate teapot – then what are you supposed to do? | | Features | | The EasyShare One’s massive memory was the biggest seller for us. With 256MB internal memory you don’t have the hassle of fiddling with SD cards and the extra cost too. So, you’ll get hundreds of photos without having to delete a few less interesting ones to fit some more on. The 4-megapixels didn’t impress us too much – especially after recently reviewing the Nikon S3 with a huge 6-megapixels for the same price. However, the EasyShare One obviously boasts the Wi-Fi capability which the S3 doesn’t. Using the Wi-Fi is completely hassle-free, once enabled there is no need for USB – you can transfer the images straight onto the software. We weren’t happy with Kodak’s annoying decision ensuring the only way we could share images was via their own file sharing facilities. So, you have to upload your images onto their sharing facilities and then email your friends the instructions to view. Very annoying! The 3-inch LCD swivels out 180 degrees so you can frame yourself (you can finally get around to taking those pics for the dating agency website!). The LCD is a touch sensitive screen, it allows you to use your sticky digits to leave screen smears or you can opt for the miniscule stylus that doubles up as a toothpick. The EasyShare One comes with 17 handy scene modes that are excellent at enhancing images in poor conditions. Two of our favourite features were party mode, for red-eye reduction and polite mode, which turns off sound and flash (perfect for catching Grandad snoring away with his teeth hanging out). There is also a fun video mode which provides clear, accurate footage. In the box you get a snazzy leather case and an extra battery – Brucey Bonus! | | Performance | | The EasyShare One’s performance wasn’t amazing but it but it was fairly impressive. The wireless technology was very easy to use and worked well, it is just a shame that Kodak have made it difficult for immediate sharing. The menus are good as they automatically switch between share and shoot modes which was very helpful. The LCD put on an average show, it was rather pixellated at times and you can just forget using this camera in bright sunlight. Using the top whack 4-megapixels the EasyShare One did produce some sharp and bright images and handled colour very well indeed. | | Overall Opinion | | The only selling point for the Kodak EasyShare One is its wireless technology, everything else comes as standard on cameras right at the bottom end of the market. The 4-megapixels let the Kodak EasyShare One down as we know you can get 6-megapixels for less money. If you are not bothered about Wi-Fi you should consider other models like the Nikon S3 or the Nikon Coolpix P2. | | By Lisa Malyon | | | |
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Stylish Steel Casing
Easily Transfer Pictures To Your Printer
3-inch LCD swivels out 180 degrees
Touch Sensitive Screen |
| Pros | Cons |
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| Easy-to-use Wi-Fi technology
Large Swivel LCD screen
| Unable to email images direct
Lacks an optical viewfinder
No manual controls |
Reviewed by on 11:56am Fri 14th Jul 2006
| Factor |
Rating |
| Ease of Use |
4/5 |
| Durability |
4/5 |
| Style |
3/5 |
| Service & Support |
4/5 |
| Value for Money |
2/5 |
| Recommend |
1/5 |
| Overall |
4/5 |
