Polaroid 3.0 MP Digital Video Camera with 2.4" TFT LCD Display - CAA-03040S | 
| Brand: Polaroid
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $83.00
You Save: $16.99 (17%)
New (4) Refurbished (2) from $39.95
Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 399
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
System Memory: 16
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 4
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.4
Minimum Focal Length: 8.31
Maximum Resolution: 3
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0
MPN: CAA-03040S
Model: CAA-03040S
UPC: 826219008619
EAN: 0826219008619
ASIN: B000S15FMY
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| • | Includes - Wrist strap, USB cable, AV cables, 2x AA batteries, and Photo editing software on CD-ROM |
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Product Description
PRODUCT FEATURES:3.0 megapixel CMOS sensor2.4" bright color TFT LCD for previewing video and images before you shoot4x digital zoomTakes AVI video clips with audioStill image compression in JPEGUSB interface16MB built-in storageSD and MMC compatible for expanded memoryAuto exposureElectronic self timerRed-eye reductionBattery level indicatorPC compatible
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 my initial thoughts September 25, 2007
Matty (Denton, TX)
29 out of 30 found this review helpful
I just picked up one of these and since there wasn't a real review yet, here are my initial thoughts. Considering the price, I bought this with low demands and expectations. It's very easy to use. I had no problem connecting it to my computer. Recording quality is good enough if I'm outside or in a well lit room but otherwise it's useless. This isn't for rooms lit with a lamp or two. That shouldn't be too shocking though. Still pictures are coming out blurry. This won't be replacing my digital camera anytime soon. The usb cover is held on by a very flimsy piece of rubber. That'll break off in no time. I like the screen. It flips around so you can see yourself as you record, if you're into that kinda thing. Sound quality was better than I expected. It picks up a lot of noise but it works. It only comes with 16mb of memory so unless you want about ten seconds of video you will need a memory card. When I got home I picked up a 1gb sandisk card here on amazon for about $15. great deal. Overall, I think I got my $79 worth. I think this would be a great starter camera for a kid, or for someone on a budget like me who just wants to share some nonsense online with friends. I hope to have fun with it on my trip out west.
 Be Hip and Stick With The Flip November 18, 2007
Garyman (Los Angeles)
13 out of 15 found this review helpful
I own the Flip Video and thought I would try the Polaroid because it allows for expansion via SD cards. The images were awful. It took a long time to figure out how to use it while the Flip had excellent quality in all light conditions and I was up and running within 5 minutes. The flip comes with excellent software and I can't even tell what the Polaroid software does because every time I opened it all it said was it could not connect to my device. Also, the Polaroid went through my batteries in less than 30 minutes and I had to change them twice. I was able to use the same batteries in my Flip video camcorder. For me, one is excellent and the other is garbage. Either I could not figure out how to use this or it is an absolute piece of junk. Assuming I did everything correctly then then I would say this product should not have been made. Maybe I messed up but I do not see where. I say get the Flip. It is fantastic.
Don't waste your money January 9, 2008
medfordmom (NJ)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
What a disappointment! 20 seconds of video on the internal memory. The Flip video gets an hour! We bought a 1g memory card for 20 minutes of video. But the darn camera turns off if the memory card is inside!! Totally useless and I can't return it because I bought it in Sept for a Christmas present and the return time is over. Polaroid should be ashamed.
dream camera July 17, 2007
M. Washington
3 out of 58 found this review helpful
i don't actually own this camera but i saw one in target a few weeks and have been in love with it ever since. i'm only 16 working a minimum wage job, so i can't afford to just go out and buy a $100 camera, but as soon as i make the money, this will definitely be my choice!
 battery drain December 26, 2007
vince (california)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought this camera for my 14 year old because the price was reasonable and the camera took photos as well as movies. He doesn't read directions and tries to figure out electronics through the interface. He seemed to be successful and was happy with the usability of the camera. I give that part of the camera 4/5 stars. After about 20 minutes of normal use (several short recordings, several playbacks and a few photos) the batteries that came with the camera were dead. I replaced those with brand new batteries. Within 30 minutes the batteries were toast again. I never even saw what the video quality was like because my kid never really got past the experimental stage before the batteries would die. I give this part of the camera 0/5 stars. I returned the camera and will spend the extra to get a rechargable lithium-ion battery. In the long run it will save me money.
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