Kodak EasyShare V1253

Latest – Review by ComputerActive (added 29 January ’08)

Kodak EasyShare V1253 features:

• 12 megapixels
• 3x optical zoom
• HD picture capture
• 3.1 inch LCD

Read More Reviews – (updated 29 January ’08)

ComputerActive
CNET Australia
CNET
GoodGearGuide
PCMag
LapTopMag

ComputerActive has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and they write -
“The Kodak menus take a bit of getting used to, although once you get the hang of them they make a certain amount of sense. In addition to still images, it can take video in high definition. While not up to the level of a proper camcorder, the videos are fairly good. It takes SD memory cards, but annoyingly it uses a non-standard USB cable for the computer connection, so if you lose it, it’s extra cash.”
CNET Australia – 22 January’08 – has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and exhibits bad barrel distortion. Here’s a summary of their review -
“Because Kodak uses fake image stabilization on the V1253 by raising the ISO you will encounter digital noise with this camera. On the positive side it’s a pretty fast performer all except is burst mode which only captures 3 pictures which compared to the competition is pretty wimpy.”
CNET – 04 January’08 – has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and oops noticed barrel distortion and vignetting when use the wide angle. Here’s a summary of their review -
“Just because this camera has a high megapixel count does mean you can rush out and print photos larger than 8 x 10 or do really tight crops, the quality is just not there. It’s not that the V1253’s large LCD and easy to use design are not attractive its just that in this price range there other cameras that offer better image quality and more features.”
GoodGearGuide – 16 December’07 – has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and thought time in between shots can be VERY slow at times. Here’s an excerpt from their review -
“Unfortunately we did encounter one rather large issue with the V1253, which detracted from what was otherwise a brilliant camera. After taking more than two or three shots, the camera experienced significant slow down. We’d get a ‘processing’ message that lasted anywhere from a second to 10 seconds, and during that time you basically couldn’t do a thing. This became severely disruptive and really ruined the user experience quite dramatically.”
PCMag – 20 November’07 – has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and comments that if you have a large screen TV siting in your living room and you want to show off HD photos this might be just your camera. Here’s an excerpt from their review -
“The V1253’s image quality impressed our panel of judges. We saw excellent daylight exposure accuracy, bright color fidelity, and razor-sharp details. Only a flash exposure left significant room for improvement.”
LapTopMag – 10 November’07 – has reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V1253 and notes the camera tends to favor cool tones over warm tones.. Here’s an excerpt from their review -
“Even with only a handful of pictures on our SD Card, the camera ran slowly. It took three seconds for the V1253 to start up, and seven to ready itself for the next shot. The rechargeable battery didn’t last as long as others we’ve tested; it died after just two days of intermittent use.”

Sample Photos

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Specifications

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Owners Manual

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Press Release

BERLIN, GERMANY August 30 – Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today unveiled a raft of new products aimed at giving consumers even more opportunities to see their pictures differently and do more with them. With this new range, Kodak is delivering an easy solution for consumers to capture and display High Definition (HD) pictures on vibrant, wide-screen HDTVs making the viewing and sharing of images in the home more seamless and enjoyable than ever before.

Harnessing the latest digital technology, Kodak has developed three new digital cameras with HD still and video capabilities, the KODAK EASYSHARE V1233, V1253 and Z812 IS models and the intuitive KODAK EASYSHARE HDTV dock which will enable consumers to display HD images on an HD television.

Demand for display

The phenomenal growth of photo sharing services, such as Kodak Gallery, social networking sites and instant messenger applications has created a massive appetite for displaying photography. Combined with this, the emergence of trends such as citizen photography has prompted consumers to look for other avenues to display their pictures and videos. With the introduction of HD to its digital capture and display devices, Kodak is enabling people to display personal photos and videos with incredible image clarity and sharpness anywhere in the home – whether on HDTVs or digital picture frames.

“At Kodak, we see that consumers are embracing the photography experience, capturing, sharing and displaying, like never before. From printing to personalizing gifts to sharing pictures and videos online, consumers are increasingly inventive with their images and the growth of digital media has fed a sense of pride in our photography – we want to show it off,” said John O’Grady, Kodak’s Managing Director, Consumer Businesses, European, African & Middle Eastern Region. “The products announced today represent an important step in helping progress how images can be taken, viewed and shared, and Kodak is dedicated to supporting innovation that will continue to bring intelligent, easy-to-use HD solutions to the market.”

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