Kodak EasyShare V1273 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Mark Harris

Reviewed on: 27 May 2008

Tags: Kodak, Kodak EasyShare V1273, adaptor, LCD screen, LCD

We like:

One of the best-looking digital compacts ever; acceptable images

We don't like:

Annoying touch interface; screen almost useless in bright light; slow controls

You might also need:

2GB Secure Digital memory card (from £10); microfibre cloth (from £5) to clean the touchscreen of fingerprints

CNET UK judgement:

It seems as though Kodak blew all its budget for the V1273 on designing the gorgeous steel case, with none left over for a decent touchscreen, speedy interface or smart processing. A great style icon, but frustrating to use for anything other occasional snaps

Full review:

Kodak has made a habit of producing flurries of anonymous plastic compact cameras, indistinguishable from one another except for their cryptic model numbers. Here's a surprise in the Kodak EasyShare V1273: it's a designer, metal-bodied compact with a touchscreen interface, automatic scene recognition and priced around £170 to appeal to an altogether more stylish set. Continue Reading...