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Kodak EasyShare V705 7.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Ultra-Wide-Angle Dual-Lens Optical Zoom
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Product Description
A clever retro engineering concept makes this digital-camera a marvel to carry, use, and own. Kodak EasyShare V705 camera lets you capture amazingly wide views with the world's smallest ultra-wide-angle optical zoom digital camera. Strengthening its commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology, Kodak designed the V705 to include KODAK RETINA Dual Lens Technology, which touts two 7 megpixel sensors, anti-blur technology and KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology. With the V705, you can get closer and see the details with 5X optical zoom range, and automatically adjust its setting when choosing from 22 scenes and three color modes. Picture takers can even capture the most expansive shots in just seconds with panorama stitch mode, capturing up to 180 degrees with only 3 shots. The powerfully simple video features include the ability to record VGA video (640 x 480) at 30 fps with sound, and convenient on-camera video editing tools offers consumers to trim clips and create prints from video (4, 9 or 16 up), plus view and share single frames. It's a user-friendly camera for fun, creativity, and delight. Built-in multimode electonic-flash 32MB Internal memory for out-of-box use Memory Card slot for use with SD or MMC additional memory (we suggest a 512MB SD card for practical use) Select AutoFocus and AutoExposure modes Choose among 22 scene modes for optimal performance and simplicity AntiBlur technology prevents normal handshaking (when holding camera) to assure the sharpest images possible PictBridge mode Unit Dimensions - 4 x 2 x 0.8 inch / 4.4 ounce Includes Kodak Lithium-ion rechargeable battery KLIC-7001 and AC charger USB connectivity A/V output for viewing images on TV Easyshare compatible - Dock is optional
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #13168 in Camera & Photo
- Color: Silver
- Brand: Kodak
- Model: 1891191
- Released on: 2006-10-01
- Dimensions: 3.00" h x 1.00" w x 5.00" l, .75 pounds
- Display size: 2.5
Features
- 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
- 5x ultra-wide-angle optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
- Anti-blur technology reduces blur caused by camera shake, subject movement, and low light
- In-camera panorama stitch mode allows for photos capturing up to 180 degrees of view
Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
The Kodak EasyShare V705 digital camera is the world's smallest ultra-wide-angle zoom digital camera. Capture amazing views of your world with this dual-lens digital camera. Its unique flexibility lies in its eye-catching Retina dual-lens design, which delivers both ultra-wide-angle and 5x optical zoom range. You'll also get remarkable picture quality thanks to its two 7.1-megapixel sensors and Kodak Perfect Touch and anti-blur technologies. Express yourself to the fullest with the V705.
It's not just ultra-wide. It's ultra-equipped.
Experience the ideal combination of innovation and performance in a small, sleek package.
Amazing quality prints with 7.1 megapixels
- With two 7.1-megapixel sensors you can create stunning quality prints up to 15 x 20 inches
- More pixels mean you can crop and enlarge, and still have great stunning quality
Capture consistently great shots with easy-to-use picture enhancing features.
Kodak Perfect Touch Technology
Make your pictures as vivid as the moment you took them.
- Print better, brighter pictures
- Relive your memories in richer detail
- Clear up dark shadows to reveal more smiles
Reduces blur caused by camera shake, subject movement, and low-light conditions.
Scene modes
- In just seconds, you can capture even the most expansive shots with panorama stitch mode featuring up to 180 degrees of wide-angle coverage
- The V705 automatically adjusts its settings when you choose from 22 scene and three color modes
Crop in tight to see the important details.
Blurry picture alert
Know your pictures are in focus with the blurry picture alert feature.
Digital red-eye reduction
Automatically reduces red eye during picture capture.
Histogram feature
Verify the exposure of your picture using the histogram feature on live view, quick view, and review.
Powerfully simple video features
- Record VGA video (640 x 480) at 30 frames per second (fps) with sound
- Get closer to the action with zoom during video capture
- Keep your videos steady with digital image stabilization
- Create smaller file size videos for sharing with the on-camera video trim feature
- Capture more video while using less memory with MPEG-4 compression
- Create prints from video (4, 9, or 16 up), plus view and share single frames
- View and share your pictures with clarity on its large 2.5-inch (6.4-centimeter) high-resolution display featuring a wide viewing angle
- See your pictures with brightness and clarity--even in direct sunlight
- View your pictures right-side-up with auto picture rotation
The V705 is part of the Kodak EasyShare System, so sharing your pictures is amazingly simple. Just press Share.
- Have a picture you want to share? Tag it using the exclusive on-camera Share button and it will be ready to print or e-mail later
- Use the Favorites feature to keep your special pictures close
Don't miss a shot if your memory card becomes full--switch to in-camera memory quickly, thanks to the internal memory plus feature.
Kodak EasyShare Software (included)
The simple way to organize, print, share, and get creative.
- Revolutionary Pictures First design for an enjoyable viewing experience
- Photo greeting card templates make 4 x 6-inch (10 x 15-centimeter) announcements, invitations, and holiday cards, right at home.
- Automatically print better, brighter pictures with Kodak Perfect Touch Technology and our award-winning Kodak Printers and Printer Docks
- Rename files, reorganize directories, and make other changes--the software keeps track
- Creative Projects tab for personalized photo greeting cards, books, and gifts
Kodak EasyShare V705 dual-lens digital camera, camera pouch, carry strap, Kodak rechargeable Li-ion battery, adapter/cables for USB and video, 5V AC adapter with power cord(s) for in-camera battery charging, Getting Started guide, custom camera insert for optional Kodak EasyShare Photo Frame Dock 2 (dock is not included--must be purchased separately), custom camera insert for optional Kodak EasyShare camera and printer docks
Customer Reviews
Sadly disappointed.
I bought this camera, having first read the few user reviews here on Amazon. The ultra-wide lens is nice, but like a decent webcam, the images are soft. The zoom lens of course gets crisper shots. In low light without a tripod, this camera can't perform. For indoor shots the noise and dark shots are almost a sub-par throwback to digicams a few generations prior.
As far as the SD card launching out of the camera... YES it can happen. I had a laugh as it happened the 1st time I ejected the SD card. I wouldn't go so far as to call it a design flaw, since I learned to ejected the card with my thumb over the slot, instead of just flicking it with my fingertip. It's not a deal-breaker. But I did want to vindicate the user who posted that his card flew out of the slot. It happened to me too.
After a week of using this camera in all different situations, the trade-off between having a wonderfully wide 23mm lens and the mediocrity of the camera in general prompted me to sell it. I'm opting for a less-wide, but overall better (and more expensive) Canon model with a 28mm wide (not ultra-wide) lens. There is indeed a big difference between 23mm and 28mm, but I like to take shots at parties, bars, on the street at night, and a 28mm with better low-light performance is what suits me.
I gave this point & shoot camera a full college try for it's unique 23mm lens. But in the end the softness and noise made for crummy shots.
Another point of dissatisfaction is that the LCD as a viewfinder is really fuzzy while framing the shot, making it hard to be sure if the shot I'm about to take is in focus or not. Once I take the shot, the LCD shows a much clearer image than the preview (as with all digicams). But the difference between before you press the shutter and after is too severe. When framing shots with this camera, it's always a leap of faith as to whether the shot is in focus. That is annoying. I'd rather exercise my faith in more sacred settings than every single time I'm trying to take a snapshot of my friends.
It's not a wretched camera, but it's not one that I can depend on for good shots taken on the fly. When coupled with a small tripod, it might be the ultimate utility for realtors. But I want to capture spontaneous moments in a wide variety of settings, and be pleasantly surprised by how well the shots turn out. In those situations, using this camera almost always disappoints.
GREAT PRODUCT FOR THE INVESTMENT
This is about the 5th digital camera I have owned and I think that none have compared to the quality vs price as this one. I was a little frightened by some of the reviews but after getting this camera I have taken about 200 pics in the last 4-5 days (learning how to use the different settings) and I am really pleased that I ordered it. As with all new products you buy you have to learn how they work. The more options, the more to learn. I was impressed with the movie quality also in that most cameras do not have that great of quality. I converted the Quicktime to WMA for DVD and they looked great on a big screen TV. The only little drawback I see is the door to the card that I am very careful when opening.I have always carried a couple spare batteries and if you buy a charger and keep them charged there is no problem. This I think is true with all battery based items with a lot of use. I also keep 3-4 extra cards for storage. You don't depend on flashlights and not keep extra batteries or blame the flashlight when it quits.
Great wide fields and excellent image quality
This is a great camera! Finally someone has made a camera that takes in the whole field of view, not just a small portion of it. Also the image quality is excellent. I took some pictures in a low lighted restaurant without a flash and they came out extremely well. In normal lighting conditions the pictures are sharp and the color is excellent. The screen menu is also very intuitive and easy to use.
On the down side, there are a few minor issues. First, it is rather annoying that the focal length jumps from 23mm all the way to 39mm and then zooms up from there. I would have preferred that the second lense began at 32mm or 34mm rather than at 39mm so that more of the mid-range was available. Second, the battery is rather small. I would have preferred that the battery was larger so it would last longer. I haven't had an issue with the battery running out on me, but I know it would last longer if it were bigger. Third, (and this is an issue for all pocket cameras, not just the V705), I wish someone would make a camera case that had a belt clip as well as a battery pocket. I haven't been able to find that anywhere for any of my pocket cameras.
All in all, this is a great camera. I also own a Canon SD300 (which is also a great camera) but I find that I take the V705 with me most of the time because of the beautiful wide angle shots it takes.
