Digital camera producer company, Kodak was once famous for the development of some of the world’s best 35mm negatives and slides. But when photography has been the digital revolution, the U.S. side and keep up with the changes. Although his time a competitor Fujifilm has risen to the rank of a sniper who has performed well in low light situations, Kodak delayed. Its new series of point-and-shoots May of lacking features, but the application of his knowledge of colors accumulated over the years has borne fruit in the department of image quality. Enter 10-megapixel Kodak EasyShare M1033, which integrates high-definition (HD) video recording, a function that are currently on high-end point-and-shoot models.

The good: Brilliant color reproduction, video capture HD, elegant design.

The bad: Slow startup time, focusing sometimes slow, lack of wide-angle lens.

In summary: The image quality impressive tempted to excuse us for the M1033 for the less-than-expected performance
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The MOTOZINE ZN5, combine Motorola wireless communication technology with Kodak’s imaging technology to produce a device with a 5 MP integrated camera and features like autofocus, Xenon flash, optimized settings for low-light photography, and the ability to accommodate up to 4 GB of external memory.

“Kodak Imaging Technology combines Kodak’s unparalleled experience in imaging science with easy connectivity to the company’s vast portfolio of products and services,” said John Blake, General Manager, Digital Capture and Imaging Devices Group, Vice President, Eastman Kodak Company. “We have redefined the quality, convenience and connectivity of mobile imaging devices. We have worked closely with Motorola to create a device that not only delivers Kodak-quality pictures, but allows consumers to explore a wide range of options for sharing their photos with friends and family around the world.”

The camera phone will include various photo capture modes, like multi-shot and panorama; and the ability to automatically upload images to an online Kodak Gallery via a dedicated Gallery Link. Using ShoZu, customers can also upload images to a number of popular social networking Websites. With Bluetooth technology, users can also wirelessly transfer photos; or print them via compatible Kodak all-in-one printers and picture kiosks. The ZN5 will ship with Kodak EasyShare software for easily managing and editing captured images.

In addition to the photo features, the ZN5 boasts Motorola’s patented CrystalTalk technology to enhance the caller’s voice; and GSM and WLAN compatibility for robust connectivity on-the-go.

While its specific availability in the Canadian market has not yet been announced, the ZN5 will be available in China this month, and is expected to roll out “around the globe” throughout the remainder of the year.

While Sony Ericsson is arguably the only company to have successfully created camera phones that rival entry-level point-and-shoot digital cameras with its mobile phone/Cyber-shot camera hybrid devices, the Motozine ZN5 could give the company a serious run for its money with the involvement of Kodak technology. From Kodak’s end, the entrance into this ever-growing market is a smart-move. Camera phones are becoming increasingly popular, if only as secondary devices to dedicated point-and-shoot digital cameras. As they become more and more advanced, however, these devices could very well take a considerable chunk out of the entry-level digital camera market.