Kodak AZ401
Score: 67/100
VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam Red
Score: 71/100Rankings
The VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam Red delivers 1080p video, green-screen effects and built-in games, making it a fun creative tool for children. Its limited internal storage, non-replaceable battery and lack of wireless connectivity are notable drawbacks. Ideal for kids aged 5-10 who want an all-in-one video-making kit.
The Kodak AZ401RD is a budget bridge camera offering a massive 40× zoom and decent daylight image quality, aimed at beginners and travelers. Its drawbacks include a small sensor that struggles in low light, limited 720p video, and a relatively heavy body. It is best for users who need long reach in bright conditions without a high price tag.
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16.15 MPbest | 5 MP | |
40 xbest | — | |
3 fbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 453.6 g | 399 gbest |
24 mmbest | — | |
6 fpsbest | — | |
3 inbest | 2.4 in | |
1 yearsbest | 0.25 years |
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Image(1) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 16.15 MP | 5 MP |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution | 720p | 1080p |
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Weight (g) | 453.6 g | 399 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 114.3x81.5x84.3 mm mm | 91 x 61 x 37 mm mm |
Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 0.25 years |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 3 in | 2.4 in |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | unspecified | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
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Professional reviewers commend the AZ401 for its impressive 40x zoom and sharp daylight image quality, noting the unusual 2-inch macro capability as a standout feature. However, they criticize its limited low-light performance, modest 720p video resolution, and modest stabilization, positioning it as a solid entry-level superzoom but not a contender for serious low-light or video work.
Everyday users love the camera's ability to capture distant subjects and produce vibrant photos in bright conditions, appreciating the easy auto modes, tilting screen, and macro function. Common complaints revolve around noisy low-light images, short battery life, the camera's heft, and shaky video at full zoom, leading many to recommend a tripod for stable shooting.
Everyday users praise the Creator Cam for its fun, creative features and ease of use, emphasizing how it sparks imagination and provides a screen-controlled outlet for kids. Common criticism centers on limited internal storage, the need for a microSD card, a non-replaceable battery, and the requirement to connect to a computer for file transfer.
