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Summary: Wonderful camera for a beginner
Review: I am such a novice, but I didn't want to be restricted when I do learn all the ins and outs of picture taking which is why I ended up with this camera. So far it looks like this camera has everything. Great price, great photos (I am using the 3MP setting-which is the 2nd out of 5 levels), ease of use, easy to program, easy to understand. I do read manuals before I use any new piece of equipment and I do recommend it. I haven't used it to its full capabilities yet since I bought it just 1 month ago, but so far it has proved its worth. The lens cover only comes off when you turn the camera on ( this was one of the complaints that I had read..that the lens cover came off too easily) - and you can only put it back on if the camera is off - a simple way to make sure you don't leave your camera on unnecessarily. It is a lot of camera for a little bit of money - if the adapter is purchased you don't need a dock. You don't even NEED the adapter but having one saves on the battery. I can't comment yet on the CRV3 long-life Lithium battery, but reviews were really good. It hooks up really easy to the computer via the USB cable. The software included is simple to install and easy to follow. I have already recommended it to friends.
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Summary: dbeasley from Charleston, SC
Review: Outstanding camera! Even took it to Iraq on Day 1 of the northern invasion. Took pictures with the camera up against the Night Vision Goggles, came out clear. Don't know what that other guy is talking about who rated it low....poor photographer or got a lemon. The internal memory is awesome as well, it is aways there so use it as a back-up. You can select which memory source you want to use ie. internal or flashcard. Rec you get a 256mb memory card, then you don't have to worry. I don't have the docking station, nor do you really need it. It has a USB plug that is very easy to hook up to your computer to download photos. Software they send you is a little awkward, during set-up, when it asks "do you want it to start up auto", say no...or it comes up in task manager running all the time. USE THE LITHIUM BATTERIES, no normal Akal batteries. Easy to use and nice size. It's a Kodak, they've been doing this photo stuff for a little while, wouldn't you say?
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Summary: Non American Made Kodak DX4530 AMAZON ERROR(alkalines) xxxx
Review: Do not use Alkalines in this Non American Made Kodak named camera. Amazons editor must not know this. As it was listed in the product specs they entered(alkalines included, rechargeables recommended);. Use of that form of battery may/will damage it.A Lithium battery pack is included and has a LONGgg life span as reported in Consumer Reports.Reading the reviews here is an asset prior to purchase as the aware consumer is the best user of any product/service in my opinion. Comparison price and find your best cost basis. This camera is a wonderful unit with low cost as well quality with ease of usages. The light next to the viewfinder is a PITA as well the lens cover but like living near rail tracks you get accustomed. I do wish this was MADE in the USA!
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Summary: We Love this camera
Review: This was a Christmas present this year and has turned out to be the best present ever! The DX4530 is very user friendly and offers features such as a battery charger in the dock. Simple USB cable connects easily with the computer, plus a video audio cable that connects to the front of a TV or VCR make this camera fun. I am impressed with the quality pictures and the Kodak software that is very easy and logical to use. I highly recommend this camera.
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Summary: Not the Camera I thought it would be
Review: Takes to many Blurry Pictures. I've use this camera in different venues (ie. Sporting events,indoor party and wedding. I would say over 60% of the pics came out blurry. I read the manual a couple times thinking it was me and still produced many blurry pics. The final straw was a retirement party for a co-worker who wanted the pics for a keep sake and most of them were blurry as well. I sent the Camera back and got a Canon S50. I haven't taken 1 bad picture since. You get what you pay for and for a little bit more I got a much better camera with the Canon.
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Summary: Great camera for the price
Review: I purchaed this camera from one of the Amazon.com partners in December, 2003. So far I have taken a lot of photographs with it and love it, save one flaw... If there isn't adequate light, the camera doesn't take the best of photographs. In dim light, at dawn or dusk, the photograph quality isn't all that great. You can check samples of the photographs taken by me at http://www.fotolog.net/asbedi I usually post photographs taken in all times of the day and you can see yourself and decide since the work is unaltered in any way or form by using photoshop or the like. I guess the best way to decide would be to see the result for yourself and make a qualified decision. The ease of use of this camera is probably unrivalled. The original battery lasted me for about two weeks using the preview LCD screen and about 400 photographs. The camera is acutally smaller than I thought it would be. I inserted a 256 MB card in it and with it I have taken video clips that are well over 3-4 minutes in length with good sound. As far as value for money is concerned for the amatuer photographer, this is the camera for you. I took the one star off for the lack of quality of photoraphs in dim light
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Summary: Great buy, great camera!
Review: I got the Kodak DX4530 as a Christmas gift and so far I am impressed. I see many people have complained of low lighting problems, but all the pics I have taken in low light have turned out fabulous. I must admit, I am an amatuer photographer and only use it for vacations, special occasions and my 3-year-old nephew but so far my pics have turned out great. This camera is extremely easy to use. I never even had to open the manual and was taking pictures immediately! The software is a breeze and I am very pleased with this camera over all. I will say the lens cap is a pain in the butt and Kodak should have made an automatic. The only other thing negative I have to say is that the green light is right by the viewfinder so its hard to see when taking picutres in the dark.
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Summary: Joe's carama
Review: I bought the Kodak 4530 plus the photo dock. It is the best purchase ever. The pictures come out like the store! We have lots of fun with it!
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Summary: This camera failed me
Review: I don't think I can honestly give this camera 1 star. I had the camera for a month, worked great, brought it on a vacation and quit working, the screen went black, all my pictures were black (and the lens cap was off!). The flash went off every time taking a picture, but turned completely black. The quick view was completely black. I pushed a few buttons and it worked again; the next day it failed me once again. I went to a Kodak shop which offered little help, I called Kodak directly to speak with a technician for an hour plus and yet my camera continued to not work on my third of ten days on vacation. I was very dissapointed. I showed the camera to a family member, which made it work like it was brand new. Last Friday, I was taking pictures and it went black once again. I brought it to the store I purchased it from and they could not figure it out and I would suggest to anyone not to purchase this product. It is not fun to know you are on vacation and cannot take any pictures because your camera quit working. I will stick to film for awhile now.
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Summary: Awsome Pics!
Review: I received this camera for christmas and I just can't put it down! It is easy to install, use, the directions are understandable to the average Joe, and man is it hard to mess up a shot! LOVE IT
wxmouse
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