Kodak DX3600 EasyShare 2MP Digital Camera w/ 2x Optical Zoom
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- 2.2 megapixel sensor creates 1800 by 1200 images for prints at sizes up to 8 x 10
- 2x optical and 3x digital (6x total) zoom lens with autofocus
- Included 8 MB internal memory holds 12 images at default resolution; expansion slot for optional CompactFlash card
- Uses 2 AA batteries or 1 CRV3 lithium battery; disposable batteries included
- Optional Kodak Camera Dock simplifies image transfers and battery charging
Product Description
PRODUCT FEATURES:Capture video – in video mode, take great video clips with audio and you can take continuous clips or set the video length at 5, 15, or 30 secondsCapture still pictures – in still mode, enjoy easy point-and-shoot operationUse the zoom features to bring your subject closerChoose a storage location – take and store your pictures and videos in the camera’s 8MB of internal memory or on an optional removable picture cardThe internal memory is ideal as a safe place to keep special pictures or videosReview – in review mode, display your pictures or play your videos on the LCD screenKeep only the ones you want, magnify, protect, run a slide show of all of the pictures in your cameraSet up – in setup mode, customize your camera functionsre system, DX3600 is easy to shoot and share. Shoot a picture, touch a button, print and share your pictures with the world – that’s the EasyShare System. Simply place a DX3600 in the optional Kodak Camera Dock, touch the button and pictures are automatically sent to your computer and are ready for e-mailing and printing. The Camera Dock will also quickly and automatically recharge your camera’s battery pack, so you’ll always be ready to take more pictures.Amazon.com Product Description
The 2.2-megapixel Kodak DX3600 digital camera is similar to the DX3500, with several great additional features, including a 3x optical zoom (plus 2x digital zoom) and movie mode. It handles like a point-and-shoot, and delivers excellent quality images at a maximum resolution of 1,800 x 1,200 pixels–perfect for e-mailing or prints up to 8-by-10 inches. The DX3600 contains 8 MB of internal memory, plus it features a CompactFlash expansion slot for additional memory. Part of the Kodak EasyShare System, this model is compatible with the optional Kodak camera dock. The dock will upload your photos straight from the camera to your computer at the push of a button, and it recharges the camera batteries while connected to your camera.
The DX3600 offers continuous video with audio. It comes with a built-in microphone and speaker, and allows you to capture and review video with audio right on the camera. You can also connect the camera to a computer or a TV to watch your video footage. This camera comes with two AA lithium batteries, video cable, USB cable, wrist strap, Kodak Picture Software CD, documentation, and a custom camera insert for optional Kodak camera dock. It has a USB port and is compatible with both Windows and Macintosh systems.
Kodak DX3600 EasyShare 2MP Digital Camera w/ 2x Optical Zoom
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April 29th, 2010 at 9:22 am
Overall, I’m very happy with the purchase of this camera – it’s handsome (got lots of compliments on its looks), lightweight — the thing’s a veritable feather, comparatively — takes superb outdoor shots, and pretty good indoor shots (although insufficient lighting, as with most digitals, affects quality).
Digital zoom – as with most cameras – BAD!. The DSP is “guessing” what pixels belong where. Fortunately the DX3600 has 2x _optical_ zoom (alas, the little sister model DX3500 does not). You can go to 6x with digital zoom, (and the .1x the zoom stepping is nice), but you’ll start to see blurriness, pixellation, and x-mas lights effects. Up to 2x looks great.
The movie mode is such a fun feature… great for those times when a picture just isn’t enough. The DX3600 records at 320×240 or 160×120, 20fps(!), with audio! And limited only by your memory capacity (I can get up to 15 minutes on my 64MB card). You can’t use zoom or flash when recording, so lighting is a concern; but I’ve taken movies of a Japanese sushi chef slicing an egg with his spatula in low hotel restaurant light, and it came out beautifully! :)
The software blue-screened Windows 2000 on me twice during installation (which NEVER happens… my W2K system is a ROCK)… although it has worked perfectly during regular use. (or else the camera would have been returned already!) When plugged in to the USB cable, you can use the Kodak software, or the camera simply appears as a drive under My Computer. Nice!
This camera has MADE me a shutterbug! I didn’t even own a film camera before this purchase. And on my recent trip to San Francisco, I snapped 275+ pics & movies!
The beautiful LCD screen (viewable even in bright sunlight), ease of use (the ultimate in point and shoot!), good battery life — I recommend the 1600mA Rayovac NiMHs — great macro shots, video out (how many “low-end” cameras have that?), and very nice-looking photos (what we’re all after, in the end!) You get a lot of camera (and mini-camcorder!) for the money!
Rating: 5 / 5
April 29th, 2010 at 11:57 am
I’ve used Kodak digital cameras before (a DC-260 at work) and this one was a surprise. I bought it sight unseen, based on some excellent reviews. Even though the DX3500 has been out for a few months, the optical zoom and movie capability was enough to make me wait for the DX3600.
My first reaction was that the DX3600 was too light to be a serious camera. My first hi-res 8×10 print was enough to change my mind. The outdoor color saturation was very good. Indoor with the builtin flash is suitable for snapshots only.
The 8MB builtin memory will hold 10 hi-res or 40 low res photos. You’ll want to pick up a 48MB or larger CF card. The internal memory is not cumulative with the flash card, but there is a way to copy photos from one to the other.
Buy the docking station. Yes, it’s way overpriced. You get a rechargable battery set which is much better than the expensive lithium AAs that come with the camera. (The docs say that alkalines won’t work well). Even more important is how easy the docking station makes transfering photos. Very similar to a Palm hotsync.
Rating: 4 / 5
April 29th, 2010 at 2:23 pm
To tell you the truth, the DX3600 is an absolutely great camera for the price. The first praise for the camera would have to be its image quality. The quality is excellent. I printed out an 8 by 10 photo and was utterly surprised by the detail in the picture. The optical zoom is great too, it dosen’t degrade the quality of the pic at all. I wouldn’t recommed using the digital zoom option. Though most people say that the flash could be stronger, I think that the flash is great. It creates the perfect lighting without burnout (Super white in the middle of the piture) like many digital cameras do. The movie mode is an awesome added bonus to the camera. You need to have good lighting to film in movie mode. I’d also recommend getting at least a 32mb flash card. With it, you can take up to 49 highest quality pictures. The menus of the camera are simple, making the camera easy enough to use to where a 7 year old could operate it. It’s the perfect family camera. The battery life is about 150 pictures with RAYOVAC 1600mAh rechargeable batteries. The camera is made of plastic, yet I’m surprised at how sturdy it is. I was carrying much things in my hands including the camera when the camera fell 3 or 4 feet onto my tile floor. I examined it an found no scratch, dent or crack. I then tried it out and it still worked like a charm. Thank you Kodak.
My only complaint for this camera is that it induces much noise into the picture when the flash is not used in low light conditions.
Overall, I think that this camera deserves a 5 star rating for its ease of use, quality, and durability.
Rating: 5 / 5
April 29th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Finally Kodak, the father of the family box camera arrives big in the Digital Camera Arena loaded & user friendly.
The DX3600 has it all and will please all, firm the casual amateur to the avid photo buff.
Summary: This is Consumers Choice for a really excellent Digital Camera to have. A great value and easy to use. Takes great pictures and videos (320×240) with sound (NOTE: With the 2×2 LCD screen they can be reviewed, edited, copied, & deleted). Easy down load capability to your PC with the provided software. (NOTE: Kodak has an entire stand-a-lone System (no-PC required)to include the; Camera Dock, Personal Picture Maker 200 printer & Kodak Photo paper available see my reviews). The DX3600 has a 2x Optical zoom (very important for true magnification without loss of detail) & hi res – 1600×1200 lines for outstanding 8×10 pictures! Has 8MB internal memory (12 hi res pictures or 30 seconds of video w/sound). Additional Memory can be provided by Picture Cards. (Note: I recommend a 96MB card this will provide an additional 140+ pictures!!!! Remember you can review/edit/delete pictures as you go). The DX3600 comes with rechargeable batteries (good for 30 – 50 pictures per charge / depending on your LCD use). (Note: I recommend you take extra AA batteries (DX3600 uses 2)for long photo shoot outings !!!) The Camera Dock option is a great unit to include on your trips. The DX3600 also comes with a USB cable for PC hook & an audio/video cable for TV hook-up!!! This way you can all see immediate picture results. (NOTE: you have a slide show feature in this camera. This is awesome!!)
The quality of your pictures will improve and become outstanding the more you use the camera. This is a versatile, easy to use, great money value and Kodak is the only Digital Camera manufacturer that provides the complete economical photo products from the camera, Photo printer w/LCD screen/direct Picture Card access, famous Kodak photo paper (Satin, Hi-Gloss finish etc.), Photo inkjet cartriges and Picture Cards up to 128MB. This Camera is awesome and with the great price and the 2.2 megapixels is all you need!!! Enjoy.
Rating: 5 / 5
April 29th, 2010 at 4:53 pm
Well I got my new Kodak DX3600 yesterday ( as I mentioned it’s a replacement for my Sony DSC-S70 digital camera – yes I down graded from a $600 camera !!) and started playing with it. IMHO a digital camera’s ability to take close-up photos is a good indication of the overall quality of the camera ( based on the premise that ALL digital cameras can take decent photos of people, buildings, cars, etc ). The first picture I took in macro mode 6X is shown at … … and a picture of a quarter and for what I want to use the camera for it’s a good quality picture ( both pictures have been cropped and reduced ). The focal distance to an object in macro mode has to be between 10″ and 24″ with the DX3600 where other more expensive cameras you can get closer because of a high quality lens. Kodak does make 5X & 12X close up lenses ( which can be piggybacked to 17X ) for about $35 which would greatly increase the effective close up range of the camera and detail of the pictures. I plan on ordering the close-up lens kit shortly. Tomorrow I plan on getting out and trying my hand at “normal” shots and see how they look – from the examples at the review page at Steve’s Digicams it appears to be very effective in that respect. This camera has 8MB of internal memory – with additional memory being supplied by compactflash modules. Another nice feature of the camera is it’s ability to take full motion video clips! All in all for the price it’s a nice entry level 2.2 megapixel digital camera. Why did I go from a Sony to Kodak – well the Sony had too many bells and whistles ( I am no macho-techno nerd when it comes to cameras and I want nothing to do with fooling with f stops and all the other settings) for what I need to do with a camera ( maily take photos for … and outdoor photographs while traveling ) the Kodak seems to be exactly what I need AND the price was right.
Rating: 4 / 5