Polaroid PDC4370 4.2MP Digital Camera

Polaroid PDC4370 4.2MP Digital Camera

Polaroid PDC4370 4.2MP Digital Camera
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Are you an advanced digital photographer looking for the ideal 4.2MP digital camera with awesome, easy-to-use features? This 4.2MP digital camera from Polaroid takes digital imaging to a whole new level. The camera's 4.2 million effective pixels mean that your images don't appear dotted and unclear like a smaller pixeled camera might take. With its bigger 1.6" TFT color LCD screen, you can get a better idea of what your photo will look like. The camera's 3x optical plus 4x digital zoom gives you a cleaner picture, and its 16MB of built-in memory and Secure Digital memory card slot lets you store photos to print at a later date. You can also capture small videos with sound with its 20 FPS QVGA. Also includes auto flash with red-eye reduction, CD-ROM software, USB and video cable, pouch and hand strap. Windows and Mac compatible. Made in USA.

Polaroid iZone 300 3.2MP Slim Design Digital Camera
Average customer rating: 2 out of 5 stars
  • Not worth the money
  • Do Not buy this Camera
  • THIS IS ACTUALLY A DISPOSABLE CAMERA IN DISGUISE
  • a complete disappointment
  • THE WORST CAMERA I EVER HAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 Polaroid iZone 300 3.2MP Slim Design Digital Camera

Manufacturer: Polaroid
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Product Features:
  • 3.2 megapixel resolution for fine image capture
  • 1.5" Bright TFT LCD preview screen
  • 3x digital zoom
  • 8MB built-in memory with SD card expansion slot
  • Includes rechargeable batteries and docking station/charger

ASIN: B000ATD7XS

Product Description

Take great shots with the fun and easy to use Polaroid Digital Camera. Delivers amazing quality you wouldn't think you can get with a 3.2-megapixel images on a 1.5 inch bright LCD screen. This camera is ideal for making crystal-clear prints, sharing over the Internet or via email. SD Card Expansion Slot - J&R Recommends a 256MB SD Card, up to 512MB Supported, for practical usage Battery Type - Lithium-ion Polymer System Requirements - Win 98se, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS 9.2 - OS X

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Not worth the money.......2007-06-17

I got this free when I bought a laptop late last year, and even then, it's barely a value at that price.

As other reviewers have said, the picture quality (yes, at the highest quality settings) is barely better than the <1 MP camera in my cheap-o cellphone. Whether using the flash or taking in a well-lit environment, you'll still need a rock-steady arm to avoid getting a big blurry mess.

I had hoped this little free camera, cute as it was, would at least help me get by after my old Fuji 3MP camera was stolen. I didn't expect it to match the Fuji's quality, but this extreme difference is inexcusable. Instead, I've gone back to using my 35mm film camera and scanner.

If you actually decide to pay money for this camera, well, I feel very sorry for you. Please spend a few bucks more and find a REAL camera...

1 out of 5 stars Do Not buy this Camera.......2007-06-08

This is among the WORST customer service I have ever received in my history in the industry. The item was damaged. The company took calls on a what seemed to be a cell phone. It took a week to get an answer, they did not offer to make what was wrong right. They sent an invoice slip with no # on it or a return address. The associate was rude. You have been warned.

1 out of 5 stars THIS IS ACTUALLY A DISPOSABLE CAMERA IN DISGUISE.......2007-05-11

DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT! IT IS ESSENTIALY A VERY EXPENSIVE DISPOSABLE CAMERA!!! I WOULD HAVE GIVEN IT ZERO OR NEGATIVE STARS BUT THEY DON'T HAVE THAT OPTION!

I bought this camera about a year ago for my daughter because it is relatively inexpensive and Polaroid has been around a long time. The picture quality was pretty lousy, but that really didn't matter since it was for a child...BUT, right from the start the battery did not charge...we assumed we were doing something wrong, and recently the camera was completely dead...we tried to find out how to change the battery and ended up contacting the company...this is the reply we received:

Thank you for your recent email about your needs for service.
There are no replacement parts available for the iZone 300 Digital Camera, including batteries.
If you need to order a replacement part for your Polaroid product, please call us at 877-388-3779 during office hours.
When you call us, please give the service agent your EMAIL ADDRESS so they can find you in our database for prompt processing of your request.
Regards,
Polaroid Technical Support


Not only is it crazy not to be able to replace the battery in a non-disposable type camera, but then they tell me to call to order replacement parts that they just told me don't exist...

You're better off spending a little more and dealing with someone that supports their product, like Fuji or Canon...please beware!!!!

1 out of 5 stars a complete disappointment.......2007-05-01

For years I have had my old Samsung Digimax 300 of 3.2 mp, And let me tell you that is a pretty good camera, I'm using even now, and the quality of the pictures it is great, so, when my brother gave me some weeks ago the Polaroid Izone 300 I was very exciting about my new camera, cos I thougth this one it could be the choosen one to replace my old camera.

But the whole thing it was a complete dissappointment, I mean, I can not compare the quality of the pictures of my old Samsung Digimax (it is almost 4 years with me!!!) with this new one Polaroid iZone.

So if you are looking for a new, cheap and good Digital Camera, I suggest to buy a Samsung Digimax, maybe of 5 mp, you can find it here, in amazon for less than US$ 100 I think... actually I am very exciting cos I am waiting for my new Sony Cybershot DH 2, a more powerfull camera than my old Digimax, so I think that camera will be a decent replacement of my old camera, but avoid to buy this one, trust me!!!

1 out of 5 stars THE WORST CAMERA I EVER HAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-02-20

I got this camera for my birthday last year and...let me tell you...DONT GET IT!!!!...this is what i dont like about it...
1. that annoying beeping noise it makes while taking a picture.
2. you take like 5 pictures and the battery dies!!!
3. (i) cant recharge it with the wall adapter thing...
4. pictures dont show up good on the screen.
5. well...its just a peice of junk!
Polaroid PDC-3070 3.2 Megapixel Digital Camera
Average customer rating: 2 out of 5 stars
  • For the price, it is a wonder. Does everything. Weight is about 8 ounces, under a pound. Very compact and light.
  • not bad if your looking for a cheapy
  • Buying it was a big mistake
  • Actually too expensive for what it is.
  • Don't buy it..
 Polaroid PDC-3070 3.2 Megapixel Digital Camera

Manufacturer: Polaroid
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Product Features:
  • 3.2 Mega Pixel Resolution

ASIN: B0002Y92O4

Product Description

Polaroid is the worldwide leader in instant photography. The company supplies instant cameras and films; digital imaging hardware, software and media; identification systems; and sunglasses to markets worldwide.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars For the price, it is a wonder. Does everything. Weight is about 8 ounces, under a pound. Very compact and light........2007-05-05

It does everything, but you need a PC to playback the sound with the video recording. Audio and video recording is easy. Can be used as PC cam. It is not too small so easy to hold and shoot, but light and nicely designed for the hand and for travel. Can easily switch between functions, delete images, safeguard images, work with images and flash. My photo tech said the photos look arty and professional at times. You can get many different effects by changing settings, which is easy to do. Can insert a SD card for huge number of photos on the road. Takes low light very well, even without flash. Auto features. I used it for 2 years and have some really fine and unique images. The downside: It can be touchy with lighting situations. Take care to avoid solarized images. Sometimes psychedelic looking poster images. Some people really like its color saturation. Have to set it for best pictures, even though it has easy auto settings, including auto flash. You can have lots of fun with it, but if all you want is snapshots, this is still worth the money until you can afford something over one hundred dollars. It does not eat up batteries the way higher end cameras do. Uses four triple AAA batteries. Very inexpensive to use. Dramatic non-flash pictures are possible.

4 out of 5 stars not bad if your looking for a cheapy.......2006-07-11

i went looking for a cheapo digital camera. this turned out not to be so bad after all. its been the best. stills, video,audio, web cam, microphone, all in one. [...] bucks. what a deal. i love it.

1 out of 5 stars Buying it was a big mistake.......2006-07-11

I'm so upset that I paid 70 bucks for it...it's not worth it. There are not enough features, the voice record doesn't work, and you can only capture images when they are standing still. You cannot catch anythign while it is in action or else the picture will come out blurry. Every time I took a pic with it, I had to adjust the lighting on my computer. The price is ridiculous and I would recommending everyone to save their money.

1 out of 5 stars Actually too expensive for what it is........2006-02-03

I know this is one of the cheapest digital cameras you can buy. I got it on clearance at Target when it was really marked down. And I'm not picky about cameras. I always used to use $15 film cameras. But this camera is really not worth anything.

As soon as I opened the package I knew something was wrong. It's really light and plastic-feeling, like a toy. I shot a few pictures at the highest quality setting, from up close and at distance, with and without flash. When I downloaded them to my computer I was shocked at how bad they looked. Although this camera says it's 3.2 megapixels, I have to say I've seen photos of this quality from free webcams. The colors are all wrong and skin tones come out an unapealing yellow. The images are grainy. Without the flash, backgrounds are heavily shadowed. With the flash, the whole picture is white. In short, there was no way I could have used any of the pictures for any purpose at all.

I'm returning it tomorrow because I think it's a total ripoff, even at the clearance price. How much would I pay? I don't know, but the old, cheap, film cameras I used to buy are still much more useful than this thing. So you figure it out.

1 out of 5 stars Don't buy it.........2006-01-02

This camera is really crappy. The only good thing about it is that it works, and it's kind of cute (despite being large).

The pictures are grainy and fuzzy and very poor quality. The flash sucks so I never use it - and in turn I can only take photos outdoors on a sunny day, because all the photos I take indoors turn out dark and orange, no matter HOW well the room is lit.

You have to press the power button REALLY hard to get it to turn on. Also, the battery compartment is poorly designed, and if it is touched when the camera is on, the camera will turn off! It's very annoying!! Not to mention it eats up batteries like there is no tommorow. I could dismiss the awful battery life if it took mind-blowing photos, but it doesn't (FAR, FAR from it.)

To sum it up:
Don't buy it. Seriously.
Polaroid PDC4055 Digital Camera (PDC4055)
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • waste of money
  • PDC4055 "What a Camera"
  • you get what you pay for,
  • HORRIBLE & WASTE OF MONEY
  • beautiful
 Polaroid PDC4055 Digital Camera (PDC4055)

Manufacturer: Polaroid
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Product Features:
  • 4.2-megapixel camera for photo-quality 11 x 17-inch prints
  • 4x digital zoom
  • Built-in flash with red-eye reduction; can capture video and be used as PC Web cam
  • 16MB internal memory; compatible with SD and MMC memory cards
  • Powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines included); connects via USB 1.1 to PCs and Macs

ASIN: B0002Y92P8

Product Description

The Polaroid PDC 4055 digital camera has been especially designed for the casual photograph looking for an easy to use, fun point & shoot camera. Powered by a high quality 4.24 mega pixel CCD sensor and equipped with a bright color 1.5 inch color LCD for viewing the images, the PDC 4055 is the perfect digital camera for the entire family. Enjoy point & shoot operation: take digital pictures in your preferable detail, like size, white balance; store pictures and video clips to the internal memory or a SD card, playback pictures and video clips on the LCD screen or a computer, send the pictures and video clips over the Internet to family and friends.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Polaroid PDC4055 digital camera has been especially designed for the casual photographer looking for an easy-to-use, fun point-and-shoot camera. Powered by a high-quality 4.24-megapixel CCD sensor and equipped with a bright color 1.5-inch color LCD for viewing images, the PDC4055 is the perfect digital camera for the entire family.

It features 2304 x 1728, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, and 640 x 480 pixel resolution modes and has a 4x digital zoom. In addition to the internal 16 MB memory, the PDC4055 also accepts Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards. It can also capture video and be used as a PC Web camera. Other features include a built-in flash with red-eye reduction mode and automatic white balance and exposure modes.

What's in the Box:
Polaroid PDC4055 digital camera, strap, soft case, USB cable, 2 AA alkaline batteries, CD-ROM with software.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars waste of money.......2007-03-15

we bought this camera before my son was born and unfortunately his newborn pics are blurred, over time I tweaked it a little and still found the pics are bad, out of focus, blurred, red eye, too light, too dark, you name it. Waste of money if you value your pictures. I am pissed the first year of my son's life is captured by this horrible camera.

5 out of 5 stars PDC4055 "What a Camera".......2006-07-20

I purchased this camera from wallgreens and I think it's the BOmb..meaning it's Great for first time digital users hope everyone gives it a first look

3 out of 5 stars you get what you pay for,.......2005-11-25

i paid 50 dollars for this camera from a walgreens. it was confusing at first but easy to figure out. the screen shows images too bright but once you get them onto a photo or computer they seem to look perfect. in good lighting with no flash it takes amazing pictures, but you can't be in the middle of a mild earthquake because it will show traces. i'd pay the extra 100 and get an optical zoom camera but this one is sufficient..

1 out of 5 stars HORRIBLE & WASTE OF MONEY.......2005-11-10

My husband bought this camera so I could do ebay work. Needless to say the card only holds 14 pictures, and runs through batterys VERY quickly. It is very confusing to use, and the flash is the worst! I have been having a lot of problems with pictures coming out pitch black even when the flash is on. I hate this camera, and tomorrow morning I am going out to buy a new one. DO NOT BUY!!!

4 out of 5 stars beautiful.......2005-10-24

It's a very good product. I have had it for some time and i can't get enough of it. Was hard to understand at first but it's worth the price.
Polaroid PDC-3070BD 3.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Digital Zoom
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • For the price, it does everything, video, audio, digital photos.
 Polaroid PDC-3070BD 3.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Digital Zoom

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Product Features:
  • 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor captures high-resolution images up to 2048 x 1536
  • 3x digital zoom
  • 1.5-inch LCD display
  • Store images on 8MB internal memory with SD memory card slot
  • AVI video capability; powered by 4 AAA batteries (included)

ASIN: B0009WP81K

Product Description

Polaroid PDC-3070BD 3.0 Megapixels Digital Camera

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars For the price, it does everything, video, audio, digital photos........2007-05-05

It does everything, but you need a PC to playback the sound with the video recording. Audio and video recording is easy. Can be used as PC cam. It is not too small so easy to hold and shoot, but light and nicely designed for the hand and for travel. Can easily switch between functions, delete images, safeguard images, work with images and flash. My photo tech said the photos look arty and professional at times. You can get many different effects by changing settings, which is easy to do. Can insert a SD card for huge number of photos on the road. Takes low light very well, even without flash. Auto features. I used it for 2 years and have some really fine and unique images. The downside: It can be touchy with lighting situations. Have to set it for best pictures, even though it has easy auto settings, including auto flash.
Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 1.2MP Digital Camera Creative Kit
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Good For Casual Fun
  • Not the greatest..
  • Don't bother, even for the low price
  • Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 Digital Camera
  • Okay two years ago, but I'd go with something else now.
 Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 1.2MP Digital Camera Creative Kit

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Product Features:
  • 1.2 megapixel sensor captures enough detail for 5 x 7 images
  • 2x digital zoom autofocus zoom lens
  • Included 4 MB CompactFlash card holds 36 images at default resolution
  • Connects to Macs and PCs via USB port
  • Uses 4 AA batteries (alkalines included); aC adapter and carrying case included

ASIN: B00004STQK

Product Description

The Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 MEGA PIXEL digital camera is as affordable as it is easy-to-use, making it the ideal digital camera for any shutterbug. This affordable mega-pixel digital camera features a powerful CCD resolution of 1152 x 864 pixels. Fit also includes 4MB of internal memory, autofocus, 2x digital zoom, flash, black-and-white mode and more. And it's so user-friendly that you can start experimenting with MEGA PIXEL digital photography the minute you take the camera out of the box.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Good For Casual Fun.......2006-04-25

Alot of the reviews for this camera compare it's quality to those other newer cameras. Of course this camera is going to be a little less quality... it's 1.2MP!! duh.

Bottom line, this camera's main downside is it's battery consumption. Get some rechargables and problem solved. When you print out photos on standard size photo paper, the prints don't look too bad. Thus this camera is good for going to the beach, having fun around the house, etc. If you're looking to do more serious photography, pay more and get a higher megapixel. But this one will do for casual stuff.

2 out of 5 stars Not the greatest.........2003-10-24

I bought this cause I needed something fast and didn't want to spend a lot of money. The unit ok ok. It eats batteries fast and picture quality is mediocre at best. I should have ponied up the cash for a better camera.

1 out of 5 stars Don't bother, even for the low price.......2002-11-27

For the price, I might have accepted the noisy images, the blurry focus, and the slow response time when taking a picture. But the camera showed poor quality from the beginning, with a dim screen, flaky behavior when pressing the selector wheel, a battery cover that failed to stay closed, and poor compatibility with standard CF memory cards. Finally, within a year of purchase, the screen died and the picture counter failed.

Oh, and the rebate that was offered at the time of sale was a scam. Lots of bouncing between Amazon and Polaroid before determining that the rebate was offered by the Polaroid distributer, whos non-toll-free number hangs up after five minutes on hold.

All in all, the aggravation wasn't worth the difference in price.

4 out of 5 stars Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 Digital Camera.......2002-09-10

I have had the Polaroid PhotoMax PDC 1100 digital camera for over two years now. I really like it, it has performed well. However, I must mention two items I needed to purchase in order to make this a great camera:

1. AA battery charger, saves a lot of money on batteries. 2. Extra flash memory. I bought 64 MB of flash memory which is actually over kill. I can now get approx. 108 photos on super quality (the top choice).

Keep in mind that the above purchases can be used in many other electronic hardware, so the purchase was not only isolated for the use with the digital camera.


Update Dec. 2005.

My camera finally died. It was the battery compartment that was the weak spot. I had to use duck tape for a couple of years to keep the battery door closed. But now it is not working even with good batteries in it.

Randy

2 out of 5 stars Okay two years ago, but I'd go with something else now........2002-08-30

When I got this camera back in 2000, it cost about twice as much as it does now, and it was pretty good when compared to what else was available in the price range. This camera could certainly still be useful, particularly if you are using your pictures for a website, or some other low-resolution purpose. However, having used several other digital cameras since then, this really pales in comparison to what is available out there now. I would suggest spending maybe fifty dollars more, and getting a camera with optical zoom and more megapixels. This just has digital zoom, which turns out fairly grainy, and even on the highest resolution setting, it really isn't all that sharp.

The other problem with this camera is the little wheel you turn to make menu selections. Within a month or so, it was already not working well. It's kind of hit or miss now as you turn the wheel to get it to stop where you want it to. My father had this same camera, and his wheel wore out quickly as well.

If you want to buy this camera, I would suggest buying a used one, and using it to familiarize yourself with digital photography. If you are at all serious about taking good photographs, you are inevitably going to want to upgrade, so I would spend as little as possible on a camera like this one. If you're just looking for something basic to take snapshots and email to your friends, there are much cheaper models out there that could accomplish that.

Polaroid A300 3.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Digital Zoom
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		Polaroid A300 3.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Digital Zoom

    Manufacturer: Polaroid
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    Product Features:
    • 3.2-megapixel resolution for images with 2048 x 1536 resolution
    • 4x digital zoom
    • 1.5-inch LCD display
    • 16MB internal memory, SD memory-card compatible
    • PictBridge technology, powered by 4 AA batteries

    ASIN: B000FW2I5S
    Polaroid PDC-4355 4.13 Megapixel Digital Camera with 3X Optical Zoom
    Average customer rating: 1.5 out of 5 stars
    • Buttons Stick, Hard on Batteries & Battery Latch Broke
    • Poor Camera Service
    • Worst camera ever
    • Not a Good Buy
    • Awful
    		 Polaroid PDC-4355 4.13 Megapixel Digital Camera with 3X Optical Zoom

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    Product Features:
    • 4.13 megapixel camera for photo-quality 11 x 14 prints
    • 3x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom
    • Captures video clips; can be used as a Web camera
    • 16 MB internal memory; expandable via optional SD cards
    • Powered by two AA batteries; connects via USB

    ASIN: B0003UJ04E

    Product Description

    The PDC 4355 carries a 4.2 megapixel CCD with 16MB internal flash memory and uses an SD memory card. It is equipped with 3X optical zoom and 4X digital zoom. The easy-to-use image editing software allows users to customize the image output.

    Amazon.com Product Description

    Equipped with high-quality glass lenses for normal and zoom exposures, and a fast 4.2 mega-pixel CCD sensor, the Polaroid PDC-4355 4.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom is the perfect camera for the photographer looking for point-and-shoot simplicity with powerful optical performance. The glass lens system allows for exposures from 15 centimeters to infinity, including 3x optical and 4x digital zoom modes. The PDC-4355 also includes three image quality modes plus video-clip functionality.

    This Polaroid digital camera features an auto-focus function, macro mode, and a built-in flash with four modes including; off, on, auto, and red-eye. The PDC-4355 comes with a 16-megabyte built-in flash memory for storing your pictures and video clips, which can be expanded using any commercially available SD (Secure Digital) card up to 256 megabytes. This camera supports Print Image Matching, so images recorded with it include information about the mode setting, camera setup, etc. This means when you print with a printer that supports Print Image Matching, the printer will adjust the image so that it comes out just the way you intended when you recorded it, giving you ultimate control of your photos.

    You can easily transfer your images to your computer via an included USB cable, using PhotoImpression 5.0 (also included). PhotoImpression 5.0 will not only automatically launch your desktop, but will automatically detect any new photos in your camera and allow you to start transferring them to your computer by simply clicking the OK button. Powered by two AA batteries (included), this handy little camera includes everything that will allow you to be taking pictures within minutes of receiving it.

    What's in the Box
    The PDC-4355 digital camera, Polaroid CD-ROM (including 4355 camera driver for PC, Arcsoft PhotoImpression 5.0 for PC and Mac, Adobe Acrobat Reader for PC and Mac, and a user's guide in PDF format), a quick-guide manual, two AA batteries, a USB cable and video cable, a pouch, and a hand strap.

    Customer Reviews:

    1 out of 5 stars Buttons Stick, Hard on Batteries & Battery Latch Broke.......2007-05-28

    We had the same complaints as cited previously. The start button was always erratic, which was very frustrating. It used up AA batteries very quickly. Eventually I dropped it and the latch over the batteries broke so it wouldn't work. Unlike some, I thought the pictures were okay and the camera's appearance was okay. I would not recommend this camera; it is just frustrating

    1 out of 5 stars Poor Camera Service.......2006-12-12

    I purchased this camera the day after Thanksgiving last year and now the Lens will not re-tract or extend. I contacted polaroid and they will not repair the camers (even at a charge). I contacted a polaroid authorized dealer and they cannot reair the camera either because polaroid will not sell them parts. DO NOT PUCHASE DIGITAL POLARID CAMEERAS unless you want to throw away money.

    1 out of 5 stars Worst camera ever.......2006-06-29

    I bought this camera and with it being 4mp I thought this would be a good starter camera. When I opened the box I could not believe the poor quality of this camera, it looked like a cheap plastic childs camera that is worth about $10. The flash worked only when it wanted too and the buttons would stick. It also paused for about 4 sec. between pictures. The pictures were blurry so needless to say I sent it back. Please stay away from this camera. Very poor camera.

    1 out of 5 stars Not a Good Buy.......2006-06-07

    I had the same problem. The Camera never worked for me. It always did what I didn't want it to do, and it was horrendous on batteries. It gives Polaroid a bad name, and I am not happy I was misled by the stores.

    1 out of 5 stars Awful.......2006-06-07

    I've had this camera for a few months. And it's terrible. The buttons frequently do not work, the shutter often gets "stuck" outside of the camera, and the battery latch keeps falling off. Will never buy from Polaroid again.
    Polaroid 4.2MP Digital Camera
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Polaroid 4.2MP Digital Camera

      Manufacturer: Polaroid
      ProductGroup: CE

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      ASIN: B000OOTS2S

      Product Description

      Take inspired crisp and clear digital pictures that are as good as traditional ones with this PDC 4055 4.2MP digital camera from Polaroid. The 4.2 million effective pixels mean that your images don't appear dotted and unclear like a smaller pixeled camera might take. With its 1.5" TFT color LCD screen, you can get a better idea of what your photo will look like. The camera's 4x digital zoom gives you a cleaner picture, and its 16MB of built-in memory and Secure Digital memory card slot lets you store photos to print at a later date. You can also capture small videos with sound with its 30 FPS QVGA. Also includes auto flash with red-eye reduction, CD-ROM software, USB cable, pouch and hand strap Digital camera; 4.2MP for minor cropping and printing up to 8x10"; 1.5 LCD screen size 4x digital zoom for minor cropping Additional functions: video capture Movie modes: VGA-Quality Movie Recording Flash modes: Autoflash, Red-Eye Reduction Compatible with Secure Digital Memory Card Take inspired crisp and clear digital pictures that are as good as traditional ones with this PDC 4055 4.2MP digital camera from Polaroid. The 4.2 million effective pixels mean that your images don't appear dotted and unclear like a smaller pixeled camera might take. With its 1.5" TFT color LCD screen, you can get a better idea of what your photo will look like. The camera's 4x digital zoom gives you a cleaner picture, and its 16MB of built-in memory and Secure Digital memory card slot lets you store photos to print at a later date. You can also capture small videos with sound with its 30 FPS QVGA. Also includes auto flash with red-eye reduction, CD-ROM software, USB cable, pouch and hand strap Digital camera; 4.2MP for minor cropping and printing up to 8x10"; 1.5 LCD screen size 4x digital zoom for minor cropping Additional functions: video capture Movie modes: VGA-Quality Movie Recording Flash modes: Autoflash, Red-Eye Reduction Compatible with Secure Digital Memory Card
      Polaroid PDC-5350 5.0 Mega Pixel Digital Camera
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Best on a budget
      		 Polaroid PDC-5350 5.0 Mega Pixel Digital Camera

      Manufacturer: Polaroid
      ProductGroup: Photography
      Binding: Electronics

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      Product Features:
      • 5.0 Mega Pixel Resoultion

      ASIN: B0003UJ06C

      Product Description

      With the Polaroid PDC 5350's 5.0 effective megapixels you get exceptional high quality shots and rich colors, perfect for high-resolution printing. Behind its metal casing, the camera has an optimal 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom to capture any desired shot. For added control, the PDC 5350 features manual white balance, shutter speed and aperture settings. For those that require detailed macro photography, the PDC 5350 can focus from a distance of 10 cm. Additionally, with the Polaroid PDC 5350 detailed movies can be recorded - up to 3 minutes with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, using a rate of 15 frames per second in MPEG 4 format. The result is an impressively improved image quality and sound, as the Polaroid PDC 5350 incorporates a microphone and speakers. 5.0 MP CCD 1.5 color TFT LCD display 16 MB internal flash memory 3x optical zoom 4x digital zoom mechanical shutter Auto/On/Off flash with red eye reduction SD/MMC memory card compatible auto/manual exposure easy-to-use editing software video recordable electronic self-timer auto power-offIncludes: Polaroid PDC 5350a Digital Camera image editing software 1 Lithium-Ion battery USB cable video cable hand strap pouch driver software

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Best on a budget.......2006-01-04

      I purchased this camera a day after christmas. Although the lcd screen is slighlty smaller than it's competitors the PDC 5350 takes pictures with superb quality with 5.2 effetive MP. Along with the camera there is a carry strap and free nylon case which is a nice perk considering most others do not come with cases. If you're looking for a compact inexpensive camera that takes great pictures this is the right one.
      Polaroid PDC-3030 3.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Digital Zoom
      Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
      • POLAROID PDC-3030
      		 Polaroid PDC-3030 3.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Digital Zoom

      Manufacturer: Polaroid
      ProductGroup: Photography
      Binding: Electronics

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      Product Features:
      • 3.2-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 10-by-14-inch prints
      • Fixed-focus lens with 3x digital zoom
      • 1.4-inch LCD monitor
      • Stores images on 16 MB internal memory or SmartMedia card (not included)
      • Powered by 4 AAA batteries

      ASIN: B0002Y92NA

      Product Description

      Polaroid is the worldwide leader in instant photography. The company supplies instant cameras and films; digital imaging hardware, software and media; identification systems; and sunglasses to markets worldwide.

      Product Description

      The Polaroid PDC-3030 camera is versatile yet simple to operate. Sturdy companions for job, travel, and leisure, the PDC-3030 is ideally suited for consumers who seek an easy-to-use digital camera with a broad range of features. The camera has a 3.2-megapixel sensor that captures up to 2,048-by-1,536-pixel images, fixed-focus lens with 3x digital zoom, 1.4-inch LCD monitor, video capability that records 320-by-240 AVI-format movies, and stores images on 16 MB internal memory or SmartMedia card (not included). It is powered by four AAA batteries.

      What's in the Box:
      PDC-3030 camera, registration card, CD-ROM, quick guide, hand strap, USB cable, pouch, four AAA alkaline batteries.

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars POLAROID PDC-3030.......2006-05-24

      I RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS CAMERA OFF EBAY FOR $24.99 W/FREE SHIPPING....CANT BEAT THE PRICE ONE BIT....

      THIS IS MY FIRST DIGITAL CAMERA WITH AN LCD SCREEN....

      I HAVE TO SAY THAT I AM VERY IMPRESSED WITH THIS ITEM....IT IS SMALL, COMPACT, EASY TO HOLD AND CARRY....IT FUNCTIONS PERFECT....I WAS EXPECTING IT TO NOT WORK SINCE THE LOW PRICE ON EBAY....IT CAME WITH EVERYTHING THAT COMES IN A BOX (EXCEPT BATTERIES)....

      THE LCD SCREEN IS SMALL, BUT IT SHOWS WHAT IS NEEDED TO SEE....AUTO LIGHT FOCUS WHEN OUTSIDE....YOU TURN THE CAMERA ON IN THE SUN AND YOU CAN SEE IT FIX LIGHT IN THE LCD....

      AS FAR AS THE BEEPING GOES, ITS NOT AS BAD AS EVERYONE THINKS IT IS....IT ACTUALLY HELPS....THE BATTERIES ARE A DIFFERENT STORY....IT DOES SUCK UP ALOT OF BATTERY USE EVEN WITH THE FLASH NOT IN USE....I RECOMMEND USING RECHARGABLE BATTERIES....

      IF YOU WANT TO KNOW ANYTHING ELSE ABOUT THIS CAMERA, EMAIL ME AND I WILL TRY TO HELP YOU....I HOPE THIS HELPS ANYONE WHO READS THIS....THANK YOU....

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