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Kodak has been awarded top honours for its range of digital photo frames in a recent survey.

Which Frame recently tested a selection of models for image quality, durability, ease of use, “overall visual attractiveness and more” - and found Kodak’s to be among the best performing.

In the Best Wi-Fi Frame category the eight-inch Kodak EasyShare EX811 and ten-inch Kodak EasyShare EX1011 were given praise.

For the Best Multimedia Frame category, the seven-inch P720, eight-inch M820 and SV811, and ten-Inch M1020 and SV1011 were given the accolades.

“Which Frame? has personally tested and evaluated these digital picture frames so to give … an easy and simple recommendation of which ones you should choose,” the publication said in a statement.

The manufacturer has a number of digital frames available that include 128mb of internal memory, audio speakers and mp3 playback – including the Kodak EasyShare SV811 and
Kodak EasyShare SV1011.

Kodak has boosted its range of digital cameras with a new model that is much better looking than its predecessors, one reviewer has suggested.

An article for cnet. co. uk reports that the Kodak Easyshare V1273 will “appeal to an altogether more stylish set” and incorporates touchscreen technology among its host of features.

The website states that in the past, Kodak has paid little attention to the style of its models, but notes that this 12-megapixel compact has bucked that trend.

It is noted that the Kodak Easyshare V1273 “is an all-steel, gun-metal nugget of cool that will have designers salivating over their MacBook Airs” and in terms of performance delivers the kind of quality to be expected from the brand.

“As is usual with Kodak, colours are bright and cheerful, and exposure is good,” the site concludes.

However, for those looking at other models in this range, the reviewer goes on to suggest the Olympus MJU 1010 as a suitable alternative.

With digital photo frames becoming more and more popular as gifts for loved ones, a review suggests that one model from Kodak is a stylish option.

According to Stuart Miles of Pocket-lint. co .uk, digital photo frames that look great are not only becoming a “hot property”, but also represent an ideal gift for friends and family.

He adds that in particular the 10-inch Kodak EasyShare EX1011 is an effective panel as it comes with a “minimalist but modern look” while offering a range of features that include Wi-Fi connectivity.

Mr Miles also highlights the 128MB of built-in memory and music and video playback that all adds to a package that is able to “stand out from the crowd”.

“[The Kodak EasyShare EX1011] is a good all round photo frame that offers the added bonus of being able to stream your images over the network and manage them easily without having to mess around with memory cards,” he states.

Earlier this month, vnunet. com also praised the Kodak EasyShare EX1011 for its compatibility with a range of formats and drew attention to its compatibility with Kodak’s online photo service.

The Kodak EasyShare Z1285 is an affordable and easy to use camera that should appeal to photography enthusiasts looking to buy their first camera, according to reports.

In a review of the camera, photoxels. com said the model, which comes with a 12.1-megapixel resolution and Schneider-Kreuznach Varigon 5x optical zoom lens, makes a good “entry-level” camera.

According to the manufacturer, the Kodak EasyShare Z1285’s higher resolution means images can be enlarged or cropped without losing quality, while the camera’s high definition-quality movie mode allows users to shoot films with sound that they can play back on HDTV.

Other features include 19 shooting modes, a Smart Scene application that optimises the camera’s settings for different types of photographs, optional high ISO for shooting in low light and Perfect Touch technology for clearing up dark shadows.

There is also an in-camera panorama stitch system, which allows a user to take a series of individual pictures then blend them into a single, continuous 360-degree view.

The Kodak EasyShare Z1285 is available from around £110.99.

A review of the Kodak EasyShare SV710 digital photo frame has praised the device for its stylish black appearance and “incredibly easy” controls.

What Digital Camera said the frame, which can be wall-mounted or free-standing, has a seven-inch screen that displays photos in 480 x 234 resolution.

It accepts CF, SD and xD format memory cards and can also display slideshows directly from a camera. However, as the device has no internal memory, images cannot be permanently stored on it.

Nevertheless, when displaying images from a memory card or direct from a digital camera, the Kodak EasyShare SV710 allows users to add a number of visual effects to their slideshows, such as wipes and fades.

Thanks to the simple menu layout and drag-and-drop controls, it is “incredibly easy” to set up one of these shows, the review says. Users can choose to accompany their images with mp3 music files that can be played through the Kodak EasyShare SV710’s built-in speakers or take control of things using the device’s remote control.

The Kodak EasyShare SV710 is available in the UK from around £69.99.

The Kodak Easyshare Z1285 “refreshes” the Easyshare range of zoom digital cameras, offering a 12 megapixel resolution and 5x optical zoom lens, it has been reported.

Dpreview. com says the camera, which was introduced to the UK along with the Kodak Easyshare Z1085 IS and the Kodak Easyshare Z8612 in January, is “built around” a 5x optical zoom.

The zoom uses Schneider-Kreuznach lenses and is equivalent to a 35mm to 175mm zoom on a 35mm camera.

Other features of the Kodak Easyshare Z1285 include high definition video format, autofocus, a maximum ISO of 3200 for shooting in low light and in-camera red eye reduction.

It also includes 16 scene modes, such as portrait, landscape, sports, sunset and panorama stitch, which allows users to take a series of images then blend them into a seamless panoramic view.

On the camera’s rear, there is a 2.5-inch TFT colour LCD screen that can be used to view images in playback mode. Alternatively, the Kodak Easyshare Z1285 can display its images via a connection cable on HDTV.

The Kodak Easyshare Z1285 is available in the UK from around £111.99.

The Kodak Easyshare ZD710 is a superzoom bridge model that produces images with “vibrant” colours and good skin tones, a recent review has said.

Technology site CNET. com praised the camera as a “well-designed” and relatively compact superzoom model.

Superzoom cameras are those models with a 10x or higher optical zoom. They are sometimes referred to as bridge models because they bridge the gap between compact and SLR cameras, it stated.

The camera features a 7.1 megapixel resolution and its zoom is equivalent to a 38mm to 380mm lens on a traditional 35mm camera.

It also has a “panorama stitch” mode - which allows users to put multiple pictures into a seamless panoramic view - and Perfect Touch technology that adds detail to shadows to ensure they are not underexposed in high-contrast shots.

With its easy to operate controls, superzoom capability and good quality images, the Kodak Easyshare ZD710 could make a good first investment for “would-be enthusiasts”, the site added.

The Kodak Easyshare ZD710 is available in the UK from around £111.99.

The Kodak EasyShare Z1085 IS has received a positive review from technology site Pocket Lint, which praised the new model for its features and design.

According to the site, the Kodak EasyShare Z1085 IS comes with ten megapixel resolution and a 5x optical zoom equivalent to a 35mm to 175mm lens.

The camera, which follows a similar design to the rest of the Z-series in terms of housing the battery pack and SD card in a right hand “bulge”, also comes with five shooting modes - full-auto, manual, scene preset, programme and video.

When shooting in full-auto mode, the camera uses Smart Capture technology to detect the optimal settings for different types of shot.

Optical image stabilisation and optional high ISO - which increases light sensor responsiveness for shooting in low light - are also included on the Kodak EasyShare Z1085 IS, the site says, although there is no viewfinder.

In video mode, the Kodak EasyShare Z1085 IS can also shoot high definition video, the review concludes.

Other models in the Kodak EasyShare Z range include the Kodak Easyshare Z1275, the Kodak Easyshare Z812 IS and the Kodak Easyshare Z1285.

The Kodak EasyShare Z1275 is a “higher-resolution version of the eight-megapixel Kodak EasyShare Z885″, trustedreviews.com has reported.

Although it was noted that the camera is bulkier than other models and weights 161 grams before two AA batteries are inserted, the camera is less expensive than other 12-megapixel digital compact models, such as the Casio Z1200 or the Sony W200.

The camera’s 5x optical zoom lens is described as “longer than average”, while other features include optional manual focus and its video mode, which allows the zoom to be used while shooting.

It is estimated that the length of video recording can be up to 80 minutes or 2GB, based on memory capacity.

In addition, the reviewer asserted that the camera is capable of producing “good picture quality”, with “flawless” colour reproduction in good light.

According to the manufacturer, the Kodak EasyShare Z1275 also features a high-resolution LCD screen, as well as a digital image stabiliser and a selection of five white balance modes.

The 12-megapixel Kodak Easyshare V1253 takes photos that can be enlarged into prints measuring up to 30in x 40in, the manufacturer has claimed.

Available in a choice of white or black, the digital compact camera features a digital image stabiliser, in addition to a 3.1in LCD screen. With five white balance modes, the camera also features a selection of scene modes, including portrait, night portrait, text/document, flower, children and backlight.

In addition, the Kodak Easyshare V1253 can record video in mpeg4 or Quicktime format with a capacity to record up to 30 minutes in high definition video or 80 minutes in standard definition.

The camera also features a variety of colour options, including sepia and black and white.

According to a review from technologyforgirls.com, the camera “looks and feels just like an iPod” and is “built to last” with a thick polycarbonate casing.

In addition, the camera supports HD output and has “total ease of use”, the review asserted.