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Combining a few different products is not a new idea, however combining such new gadgetry into one product is. You see, the Kodak MC3 is not only an mp3 player, but is also a digital camera, and a digital VIDEO camera. All of this for about £130 is surely great right? Well, yes and no.
Firstly, I got a hold of one of these for a little while, to try out and play with, and I'm good with gadgets, so you can trust what I'm gonna say here. The looks of the thing is pretty snazzy. It is a wonderful hue of blue, with a contrasting black. This is similar in design to the colour of the Diamond mp3 players.
STUFF IT COMES WITH: The camera comes with a USB base, which cradles the camera nicely, in order to transfer the data between the two. It is stable, and quick to transfer. It also comes (obviously) with the neccessary cabling, and the software, as well as with some imaging software.
THE CAMERA: The camera itself has only two resolutions available, 320x240 and 640x480. Now, with the supplied 16 megs of ram, that is a lot of images, on either resolution. However, 640x480 is not (as I'm sure a lot of you are aware) a very high resolution. On the upside, it is very very very easy to take a pic. It is quite simply point and shoot. It must come with auto focus or something, as in the main the pictures I snapped were good quality, even though the camera lacked a flash. That's right, lacked a flash! You'll have to buy a separate if you want night images.
THE VIDEO BIT: The video runs at 320x240 resolution. Again, this is not very high, however it is about as high as a lot of iternet vidcams, and okayish. It is one of the few digital video cameras to also record sound, which is so much more fun than recording the silent videos, which a few other digital cameras can create. The sound is also fairly good quality, and better than some analogue models, because it is digital.
THE MP3 BIT: The mp3 player on board can only store about 6 songs, however, it has a good equalization, as well as shuffle modes etc. Not only that, but it looks rather snazzy too!
OVERALL: Firstly, the resolution is negligible, but then at this price you can't complain, and even 640x480 is hardly terrible, as it can print large photos at an alright standard. The product comes with 16 megs of ram, which isn't much, but this can be upgraded with flash memory/smart media. It can be upgraded up to about 128 megs and even possibly further, which is about 40 songs, much better! And with some software, this can be upgraded even further. However, what we are forgetting is that this is more of a gadget, and so is FUN!!! Yes, that's right, a fun product to use. All of the features are real easy to access, and the point and click for both camera and video, even if they lack modern and hip features, are great fun! Try one! You may like it a lot. It's pretty cool, though if you want something a bit more like a serious product, then look further. If you want a fun thing to play around with, and start you off on digital and video hobbies, then go with it!
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(+) Ultra-compact dimensions, fun automatic tools, good performance for the asking price (-) Cluttered menu layout, camera buttons are scarce, specs are almost identical to the Samsung ES15
Major Parts of RF-602: A. Controller/Transmitter:(1) Shutter Button,(2) PC Input ... more
Socket,(3) Operation Indicator lamp, (4) Hot Shoe Mount,(5)Channel Switch B. Receiver :(1) Power Switch,(2) Channel Switch,(3) Hot Shoe Socket,(4) 3-Pin Shutter/Trigger Output Port,(5) Hot Shoe Mount + 1/4" thread for Tripod Bolt C. Overview (Not includingextra receivers):(1) Remote Cord,(2) 6.35mm(1/4") PC Sync Cord,(3) 6.35mm to 3.5mm Plug Converter,(4) Batteries for Transmitter&Receiver Special Features : * Unprecedented Performance -- This RF-602 Wireless Remote System combines the most common functions (wireless flash trigger and wireless shutter release) into one set. You only need one piece of RF-602 instead of "flash trigger + shutter release" set. * Excellent Adaptability -- You want to trigger off-camera flashes, but you also want to trigger studio strobes? * Strong Reliability and Reduce Misfires -- This RF-602 Remote System uses the FSK 2.4GHz wireless frequency, which is an improvement of the previous 433MHz frequency, . Meanwhile, it has 15 channels to advoid signal jamming. These enhance the signal's stability and reduces the probability of misfiring. Compatible Flash Models: * Studio Strobe: All studio strobes with 6.35mm(1/4") or 3.5mm(1/8") PC sync port * Flashes: Most Flashes have or don't have the sleep mode. Including but not limit to: Canon: 580EX II / 580EX, 430EX II / 430EX, 270EX 550EX 420EX 380EX 220EX 540EZ 430EZ 420EZ 300EZ 480EG, etc,Nikon: SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-80, SB-30, SB-28, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, etc ,Sunpak: Auto 2000DZ, 622 Pro, 433AF, 433D, 383, 355AFm 344D, 333D, 30DX, 422D, PZ5000AF, etc,Vivitar: 285HV Most flashes in the market Except NISSIN flashes. Package includes: 1 RF-602 Set (The Overview Picture): * 1 X Transmitter * 3 X CR2 lithium Battery * 3 X Receiver * 6 X AAA Battery * 1 X Remote Cord * 3 X 6.35mm PC Sync Cord * 3X 6.35mm to 3.5m C
Postage & Packaging:£4.00 Availability:Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days......
Major Parts of RF-602: A. Controller/Transmitter:(1) Shutter Button,(2) PC Input ... more
Socket,(3) Operation Indicator lamp, (4) Hot Shoe Mount,(5)Channel Switch B. Receiver :(1) Power Switch,(2) Channel Switch,(3) Hot Shoe Socket,(4) 3-Pin Shutter/Trigger Output Port,(5) Hot Shoe Mount + 1/4" thread for Tripod Bolt C. Overview (Not includingextra receivers):(1) Remote Cord,(2) 6.35mm(1/4") PC Sync Cord,(3) 6.35mm to 3.5mm Plug Converter,(4) Batteries for Transmitter&Receiver Special Features : * Unprecedented Performance -- This RF-602 Wireless Remote System combines the most common functions (wireless flash trigger and wireless shutter release) into one set. You only need one piece of RF-602 instead of "flash trigger + shutter release" set. * Excellent Adaptability -- You want to trigger off-camera flashes, but you also want to trigger studio strobes? * Strong Reliability and Reduce Misfires -- This RF-602 Remote System uses the FSK 2.4GHz wireless frequency, which is an improvement of the previous 433MHz frequency, . Meanwhile, it has 15 channels to advoid signal jamming. These enhance the signal's stability and reduces the probability of misfiring. Compatible Flash Models: * Studio Strobe: All studio strobes with 6.35mm(1/4") or 3.5mm(1/8") PC sync port * Flashes: Most Flashes have or don't have the sleep mode. Including but not limit to: Canon: 580EX II / 580EX, 430EX II / 430EX, 270EX 550EX 420EX 380EX 220EX 540EZ 430EZ 420EZ 300EZ 480EG, etc,Nikon: SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-80, SB-30, SB-28, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, etc ,Sunpak: Auto 2000DZ, 622 Pro, 433AF, 433D, 383, 355AFm 344D, 333D, 30DX, 422D, PZ5000AF, etc,Vivitar: 285HV Most flashes in the market Except NISSIN flashes. Package includes: 1 RF-602 Set (The Overview Picture): * 1 X Transmitter * 3 X CR2 lithium Battery * 3 X Receiver * 6 X AAA Battery * 1 X Remote Cord * 3 X 6.35mm PC Sync Cord * 3X 6.35mm to 3.5m C
Postage & Packaging:£4.00 Availability:Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days......
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