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Kodak V530

Reviewed May 2006

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 5 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
6 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
8 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
9 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.
7 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
9
Total: 7.8 Total: 8.6

Positives

Negatives

  • Good to very good image quality.
  • No chromatic aberration.
  • No major distortion.
  • Multiple scene modes.
  • Solidly built.
  • No choice for the compression applied to the images.
  • LCD monitor difficult to see outdoors.
  • Buttons placed too close together and 4-direction control difficult to use accurately.
  • Compression often too strong at the 5MP size.

Approximate Retail Price: (May 2006)

Canada $ 330
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion



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