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product_id: 898128
title: "PlayTouch Video Camera (Black)"
brand: "kodak"
price: "€ 312.09"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/898128-playtouch-video-camera-black
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# Full 1080p HD video capture 3.0-inch capacitive touchscreen On-camera video editing PlayTouch Video Camera (Black)

**Brand:** kodak
**Price:** € 312.09
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Capture. Edit. Share. Be the director of your own story.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PlayTouch Video Camera (Black) by kodak
- **How much does it cost?** € 312.09 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/898128-playtouch-video-camera-black)

## Best For

- kodak enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kodak brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Touch & Trim:** Intuitive touchscreen lets you edit clips on the fly—cut the fluff, keep the buzz-worthy moments.
- • **Crisp HD Capture:** Shoot stunning 1080p videos and 5MP stills that make your memories pop with professional clarity.
- • **Pro-Level Inputs:** External mic jack and tripod socket mean your sound and stability game is always on point.
- • **Effortless Sharing:** One-button upload to all your favorite social platforms keeps you instantly connected and in the loop.
- • **Lightweight & Portable:** At just over 5 ounces, it’s the perfect pocket companion for capturing life’s spontaneous highlights.

## Overview

The Kodak PlayTouch Video Camera is a compact, lightweight camcorder featuring a 3.0-inch capacitive touchscreen, full 1080p HD video recording, and 5MP still photo capability. It offers on-camera editing and one-button sharing to popular social sites, plus professional features like an external microphone jack and tripod socket, making it an ideal starter camera for millennials seeking quality and convenience without breaking the bank.

## Description

Go ahead. Touch it. You know you want to. Its unique touchscreen lets you glide through HD video like never before. That’s the beauty of the KODAK PLAYTOUCH Video Camera. It puts the high-end features you want right at your fingertips. With on-screen editing, you can easily keep the moments you want and trim the ones you don’t. And when you’re ready to turn today’s escapades into tomorrow’s buzz, getting them online is easier than ever. Just press the Share button and your videos are automatically ready for the Web. With the KODAK PLAYTOUCH Video Camera, the power to be seen is as simple as touching a screen. The real KODAK Moment happens when you share

Review: A Great Starter Video Cam With A Rare Must Have Feature - Being new to the video cam life but with ambitions for doing some serious work, I was looking for an entry level camera that I could learn and practice technique on before springing for a long term, expensive work horse. After logging a few hours of looking around, I was an easy sell for the Play Touch because it was the only one in its class featuring an external mike jack. I so hate having to endure clips with wretched sound quality and I don't want to foist such on my own audiences. Built in mikes with their echo chambers and wind tunnels will do just that, however, so I can't understand why other manufacturers haven't caught on. Having a standard tripod socket was also a big upside for me. Shaky footage is another easily corrected shortcoming that I see holding back some otherwise really interesting movies out there. After practicing for a few weeks, here's the bottom line(s) from me: (1) As long as it is used within it's limitations the camera performs surprisingly well for being in the hundred dollar range. (isn't that always the key to getting the most from your camera, i.e., working from within it's limitations?) Touch screens can be a beautiful thing and this one scores big points with me. Sure the sweet picture quality takes a nose dive in low light situations and you have to recharge more often than we would prefer but let's face it--when you go for the cheap seats you will always have to give up some of your druthers. (2) The Kodak Play Touch Zi10 wonderfully suits my purposes as stated above and I highly recommend it for those of you who want to get in on the fun without strangling your pocketbook.
Review: Bought it for the 1080p and microphone jack - I wanted an easy to carry, fairly inexpensive 1080p HD capable camcorder to replace my aging Flip Ultra Video Camera - White, 4 GB, 2 Hours (2nd Generation) which has served me well, but only shoots in 720p and doesn't have an external microphone jack. This one caught my eye after I read reviews of the Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera - Black mentioned it as a lesser camera, but still possessing the microphone jack capabilities - which is rare with these types of camcorders. Why use an external mic? Well, if the audio you are getting via the camera is affected by external noise or generally isn't as sharp as you want it to be, it's great to have options. I purchased a Olympus ME-52W Noise Canceling Microphone which while cheap, really does the trick for YouTube videos and similar when paired with the PlayTouch. The PlayTouch is similar to the Flip in styling, but has a touch screen for navigation and room for up to a 32GB SD card. You'll need a card. The internal memory stored only 25 seconds of video shot at 1080p. I suggest this card: SanDisk Extreme 32 GB SDHC Class 10 UHS-1 Flash Memory Card 45MB/s SDSDX-032G-AFFP for capturing clear HD video and having about 4 hours of room to do it on the card. This camcorder is easy to use and comes with two software packages that ideally would allow you to upload to YouTube and Facebook from the camera. My system rejected this operation and Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus 2013 - 3 Devices said 'no go' to installing it due to a bug. If you run into that problem, it's OK, as you can simply remove your SDHC card and upload the videos to your computer for editing and uploading. Yes, it defeats some of the cool features of this rig, but as it's all about the quality of the video for me - it's not a problem as that is still good. What's not good is the low lighting shots (video and stills) with this camcorder. You need to have good lighting or be outdoors to get good quality video from this product. Looking for a tripod? I use a Flip Video Tripod with this camera and it works great. I liked that the camcorder came with all kinds of cords, including the one that allows you to plug in the USB connector into a female connection. It's only a tether of about 8", but that's handy for desktop PCs and rarely included with cameras like this one. Assuming you'd not be taking the SDHC card out instead and uploading directly from the camcorder. I am a little concerned about the USB flip out connection on the PlayTouch. It's kind of flimsy, and wiggles a bit versus a nice snap out with a quick slide of a lever on the Flip Cam. I don't think I'll use it, as I feel like even being careful - it may break easily. The 3" screen is clear and bright. Navigation is easy and intuitive. One button for play on the back, and a red light on the front of the camcorder tells you it's recording. You can change shooting mode like: sepia, b/w, 70's, and others, and edit on the camera. That's really nice, as it saves time editing off the camera. Ideally, if I could upload directly to Facebook and YouTube, this would be very sweet indeed! An HDMI port on the camera is also a great addition. Even better, Kodak includes an HDMI cable with the PlayTouch! The rechargeable battery charges in about 2 hours and lasts about the same when shooting 1080p video. Be sure to go to the Kodak site and click 'Support' to get the latest firmware update for your camera. You'll need to have your SDHC card before you do, as that's part of how you upgrade. You'll also need to check 'About' in your camera settings to find your camcorder's current firmware version prior to selecting the proper upgrade. It's relatively simple to upgrade it, and instructions on the Kodak site are clear and easy to follow. Overall, I'm pleased with my purchase. I like that it has the mic jack and produces great 1080p video, as well as being easy to use and highly portable. Having a memory card slot is a bonus too, and other than the USB connector and so-so internal mic, it's a great buy at its current price point. The Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera - Black was my first choice, but the price difference was the deciding factor and I don't regret my decision after playing with this one.

## Features

- One-button upload to popular sharing sites plus e-mail
- 3.0 in. capacitive touchscreen LCD
- Full 1080p HD video and 5 MP HD still pictures
- On-camera editing
- LCD Glare Shield

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003VTZE4Y |
| Antenna Location | casual video recording, sharing, and portability |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #307,863 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #978 in Camcorders |
| Brand | KODAK |
| Built-In Media | Battery |
| Camcorder Type | Video Camera |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Various brands of computers, smartphones, and tablets |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 222 Reviews |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x |
| Display Resolution Maximum | FHD, HD |
| Effective Still Resolution | 5 MP |
| Effective Video Resolution | 1080 Pixels |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| Features | Lightweight |
| File Format | MP4 |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | USB |
| Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Handheld |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00041778296851 |
| Has Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Weight | 145 Grams |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Eastman Kodak Company |
| Maximum Aperture | 2 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 50 Millimeters |
| Minimum Aperture | 0.5 f |
| Model Name | 8296857 |
| Model Number | 8296857 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Operating System | Proprietary (Kodak) |
| Optical Zoom | 4 |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Supported Audio Format | AAC |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| UPC | 041778296851 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | mpeg-4 |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Zoom | Digital |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** KODAK
- **Connectivity Technology:** HDMI, USB
- **Flash Memory Type:** SD
- **Maximum Aperture:** 2 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 50 Millimeters
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Screen Size:** 3 Inches
- **Supported Audio Format:** AAC
- **Video Capture Format:** mpeg-4
- **Video Capture Resolution:** 1080p

## Images

![PlayTouch Video Camera (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7112Kyk4vbL.jpg)
![PlayTouch Video Camera (Black) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21Mag6E8jxL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Great Starter Video Cam With A Rare Must Have Feature
*by C***Y on August 26, 2012*

Being new to the video cam life but with ambitions for doing some serious work, I was looking for an entry level camera that I could learn and practice technique on before springing for a long term, expensive work horse. After logging a few hours of looking around, I was an easy sell for the Play Touch because it was the only one in its class featuring an external mike jack. I so hate having to endure clips with wretched sound quality and I don't want to foist such on my own audiences. Built in mikes with their echo chambers and wind tunnels will do just that, however, so I can't understand why other manufacturers haven't caught on. Having a standard tripod socket was also a big upside for me. Shaky footage is another easily corrected shortcoming that I see holding back some otherwise really interesting movies out there. After practicing for a few weeks, here's the bottom line(s) from me: (1) As long as it is used within it's limitations the camera performs surprisingly well for being in the hundred dollar range. (isn't that always the key to getting the most from your camera, i.e., working from within it's limitations?) Touch screens can be a beautiful thing and this one scores big points with me. Sure the sweet picture quality takes a nose dive in low light situations and you have to recharge more often than we would prefer but let's face it--when you go for the cheap seats you will always have to give up some of your druthers. (2) The Kodak Play Touch Zi10 wonderfully suits my purposes as stated above and I highly recommend it for those of you who want to get in on the fun without strangling your pocketbook.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Step up from Kodak Zi8
*by T***K on June 29, 2012*

It's worth the upgrade. I own 2 Zi8s, a Flip HD, and now a Zi10. Here's whats better than the Zi8: - Much smaller and lighter, I'm really surprised this has been a bigger focus on the reviews here on Amazon. If you want to carry this thing in your pocket, the smaller size and lighter weight is very noticable in comparison to Zi8. - Picture quality. It's just as good if not better. Low light capabilities seem slightly better to me but I haven't done any technical comparision, this is just anecdotal at this point. - Ease of use. Touch screen takes a little getting used to but it's fine, I didn't have problems adjusting to it and it seems the new Firmware has fixes the sliggishness that early reviewers were complaining about. - Lack of USB popout. This doesn't bother me at all because I always have one with my laptop because there are so many devices these days that use the micro-usb cable including my cell phone. - Price. Again another biggie. It's so much cheaper than the Zi8 which still sells on Ebay for $130+ when the Zi10 is selling new here on Amazon for just over half that price. I don't get why anyone is even still considering buying the Zi8 when this better version is out. Conclusion: If you're choosing, the Zi10 is a no brainer. If you already have a Zi8, I think you should upgrade if the smaller size and compact weight makes a difference to you.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Like It
*by L***A on August 8, 2012*

For the price this video camera is good. The video resolution is good. I have read lots of negative reviews about this video camera and this thing is way better than the reviews. Yes there are better video cameras out there...but for less than $100 on Amazon what you would be hard pressed to find anything out there that compares. Especially considering that there is an external microphone jack...which means if you want to record a concert or your a live performance you can hook up a condenser or dynamic microphone to this...which is a feature only found in high priced video cameras...$400 and up. I do hear a little hiss in the audio feed when recording with an external mic...but maybe I need to experiment with other mics...not sure yet. The touch screen in prelnty fast. I had to learn how to take good video with this baby. You want to move the camera slowly when taking video shots and you want to be standing still fro the most part. Since the image stability is not that great if you walk around while filming the video looks shakey...but if you are not walking around the video looks great. This was nice to have on our last vacation without having to lug around a big camcorder. This was much more convenient and did the job. The photos that we took also came out decent for a 5MP camera. Not as good as our 18MP SLR...but good. You have to make sure you get the right video memory card with fast minutes per second. I get at least an hour of video time between charges...and I think about four hours of video with the largest memory card...I think... Also, the body is strong...does not feel like a cheap toy. The previous model zi8 was at least $200...so this is half the price. Some people say the video quality is not comparable to the previous model...but it is good enough and clear enough for what I use it for...actually is very clear...

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