Camera Buy - Kyocera Finecam L4V 4MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: KYOCERA

Average Evaluation:

Battery Description: Lithium Ion
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Kyocera
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
EAN: 0067215018022
Feature: 4.0 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality prints up to 11 x 14 and beyond
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Has Red Eye Reduction: 1
Has Tripod Mount: 1
Includes Mp3 Player: 0
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
ISO Equivalent: 400
Label: KYOCERA
Macro Focus Range: 0.6m
Manufacturer: KYOCERA
Maximum Aperture: 2.8
Maximum Focal Length: 105
Maximum Resolution: 4
Maximum Shutter Speed: .0005
Maximum Vertical Resolution: 1728
Minimum Focal Length: 35
Minimum Shutter Speed: 8
Model: L4v
Optical Zoom: 3
Publisher: KYOCERA
Studio: KYOCERA
System Memory Size: 16

Features
4.0 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality prints up to 11 x 14 and beyond 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom (for 12x total) Gigantic 2.5-inch LCD screen Movie mode with audio (up to 120 seconds); included 16 MB Secure Digital Card Powered by CR-V3 battery (AA NiMH rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Accessories
SimpleTech 256 MB Secure Digital Card (STI-SD/256) Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 (Mac) Samsonite Worldproof 1.4 Digital Camera Bag -Blue/Black Sony VCTD680RM Remote Control Tripod for Sony Cameras & Camcorders Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 [OLD VERSION]

Editorial Reviews:

The Kyocera Finecam L4v sets industry standards with its 2.5-inch LCD screen. Compared to typical digital camera LCD's, it's like having a home theater in your digital camera. With its 4-megapixel CCD sensor, you can capture imagery for print enlargements beyond 11 x 14 inches. The Finecam L4v also features a 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom for a 12x total.

You'll be able to easily catch breath-taking shots with the Finecam L4v's multi-shooting modes, which include macro, landscape and color (color, sepia, b/w). Five flash modes handle all lighting situations: auto flash, red-eye reduction auto flash, fill-in flash, flash-off or night-time portrait

The Finecam L4v makes it easier than ever to remember when and where pictures are taken with voice recording capability, with up to a 30-second message attached to each image. Additionally, an AVI movie mode enables you to record a movie with sound for up to 120 seconds.

Images are stored on Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards; a 16 MB SD card is included.

The camera is powered by a CR-V3 lithium battery (included); two AA-sized rechargeable NiMH batteries are recommended. It measures 4.4 x 2.1 x 1.4 inches and weighs 6 ounces. This package includes the Finecam L4v digital camera, 16 MB Secure Digital card, battery, USB and A/V cables, hand strap, and CD-ROM with imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

Reviews :

Evaluation:

Conclusion: Very Good

Review: I have owned a Kyocera L4V for 2 years now. I am very pleased with the camera's quality. It's not the best camera out there, but it certainly is perfect for beginners-intermediate users.

I noticed that some reviewers have complained about the battery life. Well I have to say that from my 2 years experience, my batteries last me an average of 2 months- and I take pictures regularly. The key is not to leave the thing on for long spans of time. I buy my batteries at the local supermarket for about $8.00 (Duracel or Energizer). You can find the original charger on http://www.kyoceraimaging.com/prodacc.asp?itemnum=300200.

The picture quality is very good. You might have to play a little with the easy to use settings to make them perfect, but for point&shooting functioning it is not bad at all.

The zoom is also great, and lets you capture photos of things that are far, far away.

4.0 MP is a lot!!! I have it set up for use at about 2.0 MP (which shows real well on full screen and works for prints up to 8x10) and I get about 180 pictures on a 64mb card.

Overall I have to say that I recommend this to any one who is searching for a GOOD QUALITY, EASY TO USE, VALUE CAMERA...

Evaluation:

Conclusion: Absolute piece of garbage - 15 min battery life maximum.

Review: Unless you have the DC adapter and a very long extension cord, I'd recommend staying away from this camera. You'll be lucky to get more than 15 minutes of use out of this camera when running on battery power, and that's with brand new batteries. There have been too many special moments that I have not been able to capture because the battery in this camera didn't last long enough to snap a single picture. What good is a camera without power? I can't even begin to express my level of frustration with this camera. I can't even sell it to someone else and keep a clear conscience. I'd recommend saving a few extra dollars and buying a Cannon or Nikon, instead of wasting money on a product that you can't rely on.

Evaluation:

Conclusion: Battery Life

Review: After I purchased this item I found that the battery is not rechargeable and you have to buy a new one at a cost of $45.00. This is very bad as the battery does not last that long...Other than that the camera seems to be great...

Evaluation:

Conclusion: non-techno review

Review: We've only had this camera for a few days and we are thrilled with it. I say "only" because we can't review the battery life yet. It is so lightweight it is incredible. The resolution is great and the lcd screen is wonderful. The manual is written for techno dummies like us and so far we haven't had a problem downloading the pictures to our PC (we have windows xp home edition) and erasing the pictures from the card. Our cell phone is a Kyocera and we figured, "what the heck? If the phone works as well as the camera, we should be ok". OK is an understatement. If you are not professional photographers, we recommend this product.

Evaluation:

Conclusion: Big LCD - Little Camera - Big Results

Review: Excellent resolution, giant LCD makes everything easier with this camers.

Has a multitude of features and 4 megapixels also.

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