KODAK PIXPRO AZ401 Bridge Digital Camera - 16MP 40X Optical Zoom HD720p video (Red)

I had a Canon Powershot - an appendage...loved it because I liked the AA batteries vs. lithium because I can replace them, easily rather than recharge them. I don't need all of the extra lenses, either. So, this Kodak camera is a twin to the Canon body. The settings pop up on the monitor, so I can adjust the photo for sports, portrait, etc. Great video and audio, too. I like the red color of the camera. The only problem I had was I kept trying to put the monitor up to my eye - there's no viewfinder or an adjustable monitor like on the Canon and I had a little trouble viewing the screen in sunlight. It's okay. I paid $100 for a 40X, 16 MP lense. I'll work out the kinks, I'm sure.

Simply outstanding. i work as an insurance inspector, my boss recalled the canon bridge camera i was using, instead of buying another one for 300 dollars, i decided to give this little gem a chance. i was surprised by what I got for the cost. first of all it's important to remember that kodak of yesterday doesn't make cameras anymore, this is made by a california company called jk imaging. but from what I read kodak was particular that there brand wasn't to be another cheap garbage throw away like the other big name has beens. i would highly recommend any cameras from jk imaging aka kodak Pixpro. the images are crisp clear and we'll balanced, the cameras look professional and are well made. zooming in and out, and the focus is slower than more higher end cameras, but is hardly noticable, and an easy trade off for the cost. the camera focuses quick, has a good zoom, and is an all round good camera. glad to see the kodak name alive and well, and good to see that it still holds alot of value and trust inside those gold and black boxes.