Amazon.com Product Description

Ultracool, compact, lightweight, and wearable, the SiPix StyleCam Blink II is the go-everywhere digital camera. Full-featured and convenient, the StyleCam Blink II is a digital camera, streaming snapshot camera, and video conferencing camera all in one package. With its built-in 8 MB memory, the StyleCam Blink II can store up to 300 photos. Included is a tilt base that easily stands on your desktop or attaches to your notebook computer.

Featuring SiPix's streaming snapshot feature, the StyleCam Blink II captures streaming images that will create up to 160 seconds of digital video. The SiPix picture manager automatically converts your streaming images into instant digital video. Send your video clips to friends and family via e-mail or share them on the Web. You can also use the StyleCam Blink II to have a live video conversation with your friends over the Internet. The StyleCam Blink II works with popular instant messaging applications such as Microsoft NetMeeting and Yahoo! Messenger.

The SiPix StyleCam Blink II offers image resolutions of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels. For video, you can choose between 320 x 240 (up to an 80-second length) or 160 x 120 (up to a 160-second length).

The StyleCam Blink II includes award-winning photo and video software. Use ArcSoft PhotoImpression to edit, retouch, enhance, and create fun projects with your photos. ArcSoft VideoImpression allows you to edit, add transitions, and share your video with your friends and family. The SiPix CamWizard provides easy transfer of your images to your computer. With just one click, you can view your photos or videos instantly.

The SiPix provides simple image editing (such as rotation, contrast, and cropping) before saving your images on your computer. Functioning as a mass storage device (via USB), the SiPix CamExplorer allows you to view, open, and save all files directly from the StyleCam Blink II.

The camera is powered by one AAA battery. It measures 2.2 by 2.2 by 0.6 inches and weighs 1.5 ounces. This package includes the StyleCam Blink II digital camera, one AAA battery, USB cable, tilt base, CD-ROM with image- and video-editing software, and USB drivers for Windows PCs. It is compatible with Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, Me, and XP. ... Read more

Features

• Digital camera, video conferencing camera, streaming video camera, and USB video camera all in one
• 0.3 Megapixel digital camera captures images up to 640 x 480 pixels
• 8 MB memory can save up to 300 photos
• Captures streaming images that create up to 160 seconds of digital video
• Connects with PCs via USB port; powered by one AAA battery

Reviews (78)

Good little thing
This camera is amazing for its size and price. The pictures arent the best quality when taken inside a building with bad lights but once you go outside the pictures are pretty good. Also if you ever have any problems if you go to the main homepage of the company they will tell you exactly what to do and what they say works. This camera fits in your pocket and can take a beating and still works perfectly. File transfer to the computer is quick and it comes with lots of programs to hepl edit your photos. The video feature works well too. The bad thing is that the camera doesnt have flash but ifs there isnt enough light the camera wont let you take the picture. Great investment for fun pictures!

What a great little toy!
I bought myself this tiny little digital camera... And I do mean tiny. It's about three inches by two inches, less than an ounce without its battery, and it cost about $35.00 (at discount price). It came in a horrible, terrible, ugly box that made it look like complete trash. But it's a nice little thing. It's brushed titanium and light blue brushed aluminum. Gives it a posh/stylish/modern look. It can take 300 pictures at 320x240 or 70 pictures at 640x480. No flash, no focus, no nothing. Just good for LiveJournal snaps and scrapbooking, and silly spontaneous email pics. Gotta have good light, too, if you want crisp pictures. Luckily, it has a clever little light sensor that triple-beeps and refuses to take the shot if it's too dark. If it's too dark, you can take grainy pictures, but they're good enough as mementos and Kodak moments. Useless as prints, great for online stuff. Gotta use this camera for what it's good for... don't try to treat it like an inexpensive "real" camera, because it ain't that!

The so-called "big downside" is that it runs on a single AAA battery and a RAM memory chip, which constantly drains the battery, even when the camera's powered off. It will only run about 5-7 hours on the battery and then, if you haven't downloaded them already, you lose all your pictures. Poof. It has a snazzy little USB interface that zips the pictures onto your hard drive automagically once you plug it in. Then you can start over. But I can imagine one day I'll forget to promptly offload, and be completely upset at it for eating the snapshots. I chose this camera because it was steeply discounted due to its unpopularity. The critics said, "Great camera, but I have to be around a computer ALL DAY or I lose my pictures!" And I thought myself, "Self - you ARE around a computer all day." And so I think it'll be a fun little toy.

A great little camera!
I have a good 35mm (delegated now to occasional slides use) and a Sony MVC-FD90 digital, which I use regularly and love. I purchased the Blink 2 a few months ago as a secondary, take-everywhere snap shooter -- for daytime situations not reqiring the quality or options of my Sony and where I, otherwise, wouldn't be inclined to carry an expensive / bulky camera.

The Blink 2 is inconspicuously with me most times and always ready for use. It is very simple to operate and performs well (better than expected). The camera includes good photo enhancement software, worth the price alone. I usually shoot at 640x480 resolution and am pleased with results (good as should be expected at that level). The camera averages 60 images in capacity -- presumably double at 320x240. I personally like the fact that this camera will shoot to within a 2 ft. range. Haven't tried the video feature yet, but assume that performance will be as stated. The biggest drawback is battery consumption (the camera will eat a AAA battery with use) and the possibility of losing pictures if a dying battery is neglected (left unchanged). Why I rated the camera at 4 instead of 5. The camera will let you know when it's time to change though, and this can easily be done without losing pictures (thus an acceptable drawback at this price range). I always download ASAP after shooting, remove the battery -- and carry a spare. The camera comes with a handy cord and small video stand but no case. Any little 2.5 x 2.5 container fills that void. It doesn't feature flash and isn't intended for low light use.

All in all, this is a great little second camera for anyone on the go and I wouldn't be without it. Well worth its cost. Anyone not happy with it had unrealistic expectations.

Little
The camera is smaller in person than what it looks like in the picture. I'm having problems setting up the software on my computer. You can's see the pictures you've taken until you hook it up to your computer. I give it 3 stars because it's so small and can fit it in your pocket.

Nice chassis, but not much upstairs
My satisfaction with the camera, though initially attracted to it by its 'cute' & 'tiny' qualities, was rapidly demolished when I attempted to load the software provided in the kit: NOT SUPPORTED BY MY OPERATING SYSTEM (MS XP Pro). I forced my PC to accept the NOT digitally signed software installation, and it is a major freakin' tug of war to connect and then to transfer pictures (low quality, even in 'hi res' mode) into the very hokey GUI supplied. I'd rather a) that Microsoft can digitally sign the product and therefore offer some degree of support for it, and b) NOT use the hokey GUI -- I'd rather have the option to transfer pictures into "MY PICTURES" folder, so I can use whatever program I want to edit/correct poor image quality (let's say, Photoshop!), and lastly 3) I'm really NOT satisfied with the VERY amateurish poor quality of even the most carefully framed/composed snapshot. The dreaded Kodak Instamatics of my youth delivered a vastly better picture for "handy & ready to roll" casual snapshots!

Also, is it just me, or is the battery life pathetically short? My little goddam camera goes through a whole new battery every time I go to use it, and I know it is turned OFF when I put it away each time. So, I've taken to removing the battery when finished so I can possibly get more than one days' use out of a battery. Rechargable (fully charged) or ordinary alkaline battery, not much difference in loss of battery life when you least expect it (or possibly need it to work ... like, to photograph your car after someone collided with it in a car-park, which is useful for insurance -- minor damage barely shows, but it costs plenty to take 'dings' out of a goddam BMW).

All in all, I'll admit one thing: IT'S CUTE. In all of its tiny glory it would be a steal at the price if only it delivered a decent digital picture.

Enough said.

Casual Observer Co. ... Read more

Features

• Fully-coated optics and BAK7 Porro-Prisms for reduced glare and superb detail
• 488-foot field of view at 1,000 yards
• 7x magnification
• Black rubber coating protects against bumps and provides a comfortable, secure grip
• Center wheel focus; easy diopter adjustability for different vision needs

Features

• Additionally corrects for Ultraviolet ( UV ) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and obscure remote detail
• Especially helpful when photographing mountain and marine scenes, where increased haze can rob your photographs of color and clarity
• Lens is 3mm in density
• For use with wide angle lenses which specify a 72MM thread size
• Filter includes no front thread

Features

• 10x magnification
• 25mm objective lens improves image contrast
• Super wide 340 foot field of view
• Ruby tinted coatings
• Unsurpassed infra-red and ultra-violet protection

Features

• Objective lens: 30mm
• Digital camera and binocular combination
• 0.3 megapixel resolution for 640 by 480 images
• 8MB SDRAM internal memory for up to 160 high-quality images
• Magnification: 8x

Features

• The Hoya 52mm Macro Close-Up Filter screws onto the end of any 52mm filter size SLR lens
• This filter, is, in fact, a full-fledged lens, with 2-element, 2-group construction and a +10 diopter rating
• Resolution is outstanding, and focusing permitted as close as 10cm
• With this affordable accessory you can finally take those magazine quality super close-ups of insects, flowers and other small objects you've wondered how to capture
• Magnification is about 1 - 2 with a 50mm standard lens on a 35mm camera ? roughly equivalent to a 100mm telephoto

Features

• Includes Glass and Back
• Fully assembled - Just insert picture and hang on wall

Features

• Package of 25 Sheets
• Each sheet holds up to twelve 6cm x 6cm mounted slides
• High-gloss appearance for optimal transparency and clarity
• Exhibits all tonal qualities and fine details of your pictures
• Top loading pockets, with rip-resistant dotted seals for maximum security

Amazon.com Product Description

The 2.11-megapixel Konica KD-220Z digital camera is a step up from its predecessor (KD-200Z). One of the smallest and lightest digital cameras in its class, it's equipped with many features of higher, pricier classes. Built with a high-quality, all-glass 3x optical zoom lens, it boasts excellent design, ease of use, and versatility.

You can achieve up to 6x zoom by multiplying the 3x zoom lens and the 2x digital zoom, giving you the surest shot from any distance. The multimode autoflash includes slow-shutter sync and automatic white balancing. Reviewing your shots is quick and easy using the 1.6-inch LCD. Operational settings can be seen at a glance, and deleting unwanted pictures are a snap. The KD-220Z offers an 8 MB internal memory, and is expandable via Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory cards.

The KD-220Z comes ready to use right out of the package. Simply install the two AA alkaline batteries that are included, attach the strap, drop the camera into its included case, and you are ready to shoot. The KD-220Z is also packaged with a USB cable and AV cable, for connectivity to your PC or Mac. ... Read more

Features

• 2-megapixel sensor creates 1,600 x 1,200 images for sharp prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches
• 3x optical zoom and 2x digital zoom for 6x total
• 8 MB internal memory; expandable via Secure Digital and MMC memory cards
• Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port
• Powered by two AA batteries(included)

Reviews (4)

Disappointing
I got this camera as a birthday present six months back. I was looking forward to getting into digital photography.

Here are the results so far.
1. It takes a long time for the camera to settle on an image and allow you to take a photo. That's no good in a fast moving situation like a kids birthday party.
2. It takes too long for the flash to recharge, danger being that you miss photo opportunities.
3. As others have said, it eats batteries. You have to buy the lithium pack to get any kind of longevity. And then, you shouldn't use the view screen if you can avoid it.
4. Photo quality is very poor, even on the highest resolution. Any disposable plastic 35mm will give you just as good or better on film.
5. On high resolution there are very few photos, so you need to buy a card to get additional storage.
6. The movie option requires really good lighting, so I have only really got it to work in daylight out of doors.

On the positive side it is cheap and pretty easy to learn to use. It is very easy to transfer images to the computer, but I suspect that is due to the quality of my Dell, not the camera. The digital 2X3 zoom option only works on high resolution shots, but it does work pretty well!

The movie clips only play in Quicktime, so don't bother trying to load them onto other media players.

3 MONTHS LATER LOOKING TO BUY A REPLACEMENT
...this camera eats batteries like nothing else I've ever experienced. Cant think of anything in its favor.. its bulky and ugly.. and I feel embarrassed asking someone to take a picture for me, because it's difficult to use and very tempermental! Just arrived back from Chicago where I took 25 pictures.. and had to buy 4 new batteries along the way.. already searching online for a good replacement

Absolute Junk
I bought this camera for my 6 year old son's B-Day. Before giving it to him I tried it out to make sure that it worked fine. Here's the result:

Pro:
- Simple to use.
- Inexpensive.

Con:
- Very mediocre quality pictures.
- After taking about 3 pictures, you have wait about 10 seconds between taking pictures (none of the buttons will work until it recharges itself).
- Eats batteries like crazy. After using it for about 20 minutes taking 10 pictures it was nearly out of battery power.

Returned it immediately and got a Sony.

This is a battery eater
Bought the kd-220z at Frys for $120 with a $20 rebate and tried it for about 15 photos until the two new alkaline batteries went
dead. When I opened the package there was an insert from the factory which recommended use of a lithium CRV3 battery which came with the camera, even though the camera is touted as working with 2 alkaline batteries. The camera worked ok and the pictures were of good quality, though it took a second or two or three to actually take a picture after pressing the button. The menues and operation were effective but crude and slow - have to keep turning the display button on and off when switching from display to shoot. I returned it because it took so few photos with the alkaline batteries. I get the feeling the factory knew of this shortcoming and now includes the more expensive (to replace) lithium package. But then the cost is only $100. ... Read more

Features

• Covers the popular 35-70mm zoom range (34-68mm, to be precise) in 35mm terms
• Separate zoom and focus rings
• Excellent for sports, travel, wildlife, fashion, landscape, and fast moving portraiture
• Optical Construction -11 elements / 10 groups
• Angle of View -65° - 35°

Features

• Accepts 62mm size filters
• Variable zoom offers excellent image definition and increases your creative possibilities, when compared to a standard 50mm 'normal' lens
• Compact and lightweight, lens is only 2.4 long

Features

• With its reputation for highly precise optics, Steiner Optical from Germany has been providing high-performance binoculars and scopes for military use for over 50 years
• The 12x40 Safari-II offers 12-times magnification and a 40mm objective for sharpness, clarity and definition while, simultaneously, being as compact and lightweight for mobility in high brush and hilly woodlands
• Ruggedly constructed with supportive and slip-resistant rubberized armor, the Safari-II is meticulously engineered and manufactured to resist the shocks, bumps, splashes and diverse climate changes of the great outdoors

Amazon.com Product Description

Powerful and packed with advanced features--yet decidedly easy to use--the Kodak DX4330 offers a 3-megapixel CCD sensor and a 3x optical zoom lens. The DX4330 also features automatic scene modes, a 16 MB internal memory, and a new indoor-outdoor LCD for reviewing your shots in even the sunniest of conditions. This version of the DX4330 also comes with the Kodak EasyShare Camera Dock II.

Optics and Resolution
The DX4330 delivers vivid and consistent color images up to 2,160 x 1,400 pixels, which produces print sizes up to 11 by 14 inches. Zoom into the action with a 3x optical zoom, equivalent to 38-114mm in a 35mm camera. When combined with the 3.3x digital zoom, you get a total zoom of 10x. It has an aperture range of f2.8-f5.1 and a shutter speed of 1/2 to 1/1,700 of a second.

Storage and Transfer
The DX4330 is always ready to go with its 16 MB of internal memory, and it can be expanded via MultiMediaCard (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.

The share button on the back of the DX4330 enables you to tag pictures right on the camera for automatic printing or e-mailing after transferring to your PC. You can even store up to 32 e-mail addresses in the camera. With the included Kodak EasyShare Camera Dock II, transferring your pictures from camera to PC is as easy as pushing a single button. Also, when docked, the DX4330's batteries are recharged in 2.5 hours or less.

Movie Mode
In movie mode, the DX4330 captures continuous video and audio, which can then be played back via the camera's LCD and built-in speaker. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.

More Features
You can preview and review your shots easily on the DX4330's 1.8-inch indoor-outdoor LCD, which lets you maintain exceptional viewing quality even in bright sunlight. You can also magnify shots that you review in the LCD by 2x or 4x.

From landscape to sports, easy-to-access scene modes take care of the details so you can consistently get the perfect shot. Use the DX4330's creative modes for even more photo flair.

Power, Size, and Contents
The DX4330 is powered by a CR-V3 lithium battery (included) or optional NiMH rechargeable batteries that are charged by the optional EasyShare dock. We recommend getting a set or two of rechargeable nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries and a charger.

The camera measures 4.4 by 2.6 by 1.9 inches and weighs 7.4 ounces without batteries. This package includes the DX4330 digital camera, CR-V3 lithium battery, AV and USB cables, wrist strap, lens cap and strap, and the Kodak EasyShare CD-ROM. ... Read more

Features

• 3.0 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality prints up to 11 x 14
• 3x optical zoom and 3.3x digital zoom for 10x total
• 16 MB internal memory with slot for adding MMC and SD memory cards
• Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port; includes EasyShare Dock II
• Powered by included lithium-ion battery (CRV3)--NiMH rechargeables recommended

Reviews (28)

Great camera....great price
I bought this camera after reading the reviews. Thanks.. My Ricoh 5300 digital camera was in the shop getting repaired (good thing I had an extended warranty) and my grand daughter's 1st birthday is Sunday. They told me it would take 6-8weeks for repair. I began calling the 7th week.....anyway to make a long story short, I needed a camera to capture her birthday, so I bought the Easyshare 4330. Well, my camera came in the mail yesterday and yes, you guessed it, my Ricoh was ready for me to pick up. This camera, Kodak 4330, is without a doubt easy to use and takes great pics. Although I can't tell the difference when comparing the quality of the pictures with my Ricoh, each camera has different features that I like. This camera is a point and shoot camera. I can't stress enough how easy it is to use. I put my memory card in and started taking pictures. Great pics. Yes, I agree with the reviewers that you can only get 50 pics out of a 64 meg card and that I too can not load the software with XP; however I love the picture program I have in XP and I have a 6/1 card reader so it doesn't bother me. In fact I wouldn't download any other way.....Just stick your memory card in the reader and boom your pics are there....No need to buy the dock, rechargeable batteries and a card reader make more sense. You don't have to use your camera to download pics. Since I already had a digital camera I have rechargeable batteries and it only takes two instead of four so I'll always have a spare set with me. LOVE THAT! The reason I rated this a 4 is because of the lense cover. I would have never expected a digital camera today not to have a retractable lense cover as I have been used to. Overall,this is a great camera at a great price and you won't be disappointed.

Unbelievably Easy
When I looked into digital cameras, I could see from all of the advertising that Kodak really wanted me to believe that theirs are the easiest to work with. I have to admit that I had my doubts, but with the dock you seriously just hit the button and your pictures zoom onto your computer.

What really impresses me is the picture quality. I have a 17 inch monitor, and when I preview my pictures on a screen that size they are still GORGEOUS. This camera takes better pictures than my Nikon point and shoot. Well worth the money.

Love it!
This is a great camera. Good Pics. Extremely easy to set up and use - and I'm not that camera or PC savy! We really enjoy this camera! If you don't have a digital camera yet - this is definetly the way to go! You will never be sorry you bought it!

Kodak Easyshare
As a novice digital camera user, this product was easy to use
right out of the box. I just love it. Very simple to use
and the transferring photos is a snap. I would highly
recommend this camera.

It is easy.
I will admit I was amazed at the picture quality for a digital camera. It takes very clear sharp pictures. It is very easy to use I took it out of the box put the battery in and was taking pictures in less than 5 minutes. It was easy to download pictures to my computer but first needed to get an update from Kodak. I uploaded the photos to Photoworks and was amazed at the quality prints I recieved. I don't think I will ever use my 35 mm camera again. ... Read more

Features

• Fits lenses with 37mm filter threads