Thread: Kodak PlaySport Zx5 HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera

A Complete Review of the Kodak PlaySport Zx5 HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera


The Kodak PlaySport Zx5 HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera is an upgraded version of Kodak's popular budget camcorder. This video camera has many capabilities, and allows you to take HD videos in just about any situation. It's a sports camera, so it's rugged enough to be taken anywhere and is able to withstand quite a bit of punishment. In this review, we'll be looking at some of the benefits and drawbacks of the Kodak PlaySport.


It used to be that people took videos to show to their friends and family at home. It's a lot simpler to share your video on Facebook than to turn it into a DVD and send it to someone. The Kodak PlaySport makes it extremely convenient to share your videos on social networks. After you take the video, all you have to do is press the Share button, connect the camera to your computer, and send it off to your favorite destination or email it to people. You can store the locations and email addresses you frequently contact, so this whole process is automated.


Although it can be convenient to upload your videos to the internet so your friends can watch them on the computers or smart phones, it can also be nice to watch them on your HDTV. That way, you get to see them full size, and with all of the images sharp and clear. The Kodak PlaySport makes it easy to view videos in this format, as it contains an HDMI port. Whether you're accessing HDTV from a PC or Mac, you'll be able to quickly upload your videos and watch them on a large screen whenever you want.


The most recent version of the Kodak PlaySport has an integrated battery which can be seen as either an upgrade or a disadvantage. The battery is not removable, which means that if it runs out of power, you're out of luck. It won't do you any good to carry around a spare battery, because there's no way to replace the battery. This also means if anything goes wrong with the battery, you have to send the whole camera back to Kodak for repairs. While an integrated battery means that you don't have to worry about the battery, but it gives you less freedom when using your camera and limits how long it can last for one session.


In conclusion, the Kodak PlaySport Zx5 HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera is a well constructed camcorder that packs many useful features into a small package. While it's not perfect, it's a good value for anyone who wants a rugged video camera that can be taken to almost any destination without having to worry about it breaking if you drop it or get it wet.