Kodak AZ252 Black

MPN: AZ252BK  |  EAN: 0819900012484  |  Model: AZ252

Price Information

£109.99

as at 25 Sep 19 | 1:40 AM CET

£119.00

as at 24 Sep 19 | 6:30 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Kodak AZ252 Black - AZ252BK Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Bridge Camera
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Travel
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

For a lot of people, the Bridge camera is the perfect solution as it combines the portability of a compact camera while offering the full capability of a DSLR.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Kodak AZ252 camera would suit you adequately.

Video skill level

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Kodak AZ252 video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

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Video Scenarios

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Kodak AZ252 is a great companion to have.

For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Kodak AZ252 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Kodak AZ252 comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) sensor size, the Kodak AZ252, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Kodak AZ252 for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Kodak has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. 

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Product Description

The Kodak AZ252 is the versatile point-and-shoot camera that's always ready to immortalize life's unforgettable moments. Featuring a 16MP CCD sensor, the AZ252 is able to capture high-resolution still images that boast up to 4608 x 3456 pixels. When it comes to video, this compact bridge camera can record in HD 720p so you can enjoy those precious moments in full motion. When you need to get into the action, the exceptional 25x Optical Zoom allows you to get up-close and personal without sacrificing an inch on quality. Never again worry about unsteady footage due to shaky hands or filming while walking thanks to the intuitive optical image stabilization system. Between Sport, Fireworks, Fish Eye and more, the AZ252 provides you with 22 modes at your fingertips that deal with the technicalities of your environment and optimize your settings, so you can keep your focus on enjoying the moment. Elsewhere, the 3-inch LCD screen allows you to effortlessly review and adjust as you go along.

Technical Specifications

Kodak AZ252 Black - AZ252BK Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Bridge camera
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) F3.7 - F6.2
Camera File System DCF, DPOF 1.1
Image Formats Supported EXIF, JPEG XR
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Beach, Children, Fireworks, Museum, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, Party (indoor), Pet, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Shooting Modes Auto, Movie
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Forced off, Forced on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Range (tele) 1.2 - 4.2 m
Flash Range (wide) 0.5 - 7.1 m
Flash Type Pop-up
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Face detection, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto
Macro Focusing Range (wide) 0.03 - ∞ m
Manual Focusing Range (tele) 2.5 - ∞ m
Manual Focusing Range (wide) 0.6 - ∞ m
Smile Detection Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 3200
ISO Sensitivity (min) 80
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC
HD Type HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Resolution At Capture Speed 640x480@30fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280x720 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported G.711
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Lens System
Combined Zoom 100 x
Digital Zoom 4 x
Focal Length Range (f-f) 4.3 - 107.5 mm
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 12/11
Lens Type Wide-angle
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 600 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.7
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Optical Zoom 25 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC
Internal Memory 8
Maximum Memory Card Size 32 GB
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 230000 pixels
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Megapixel 16 MP
Sensor Type CCD
Total Megapixels 16.44 MP
Technical Details
F-number (relative Aperture) 6.2
Other Features
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 280 shots
Battery Technology Alkaline
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Cables Included USB
Neck Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 69.7 mm
Height 77.7 mm
Weight 336 g
Width 113.6 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 16MP: 4608x3456, 10MP: 3648x2736, 5MP: 2592x1944, 3MP: 2048x1536, 0.3MP: 640x480, 14MP: 4608x3072, 12MP: 4608x2592, 2MP: 1920x1080
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 0 - 90 %