I have had this camera for a few weeks now and I really like it. In fact I like it better than my digital SLR for the most part. I purchased this because I am a mom and I like to take pictures of my kids when we are out. It really isn't practical to haul an SLR to the park, Disney, etc. So I did a lot of research and went with this one. I love that you can watch the pictures in HD on your TV. It takes good video for a camera (not really an issue for me because I have a video camera. I am very impressed with the overall picture quality. Also the camera has tons of modes to take pictures in and my favorite feature of the camera is that you can crop the picture right there on the camera. Finally, I love that these cameras come in colors it helps make the camera standout so you don't forget it or get it confused at parties. Anyway I am very impressed so far. I only gave it 4 stars because I haven't had it that long.

It is very satisfactory and has fun options right there in the camera. So if u just like to take pictures for the fun of it and like to customize your photos, this is the camera for you.

This is a great little camera. We purchased it as a gift for our 19 year old son and we were all very impressed with the clarity of the pictures and relative ease of use. I have a Kodak DX7590 which I very much like (especially for the 10X zoom, but am so impressed with this little camera, have purchased another one for myself to keep keep with us all of the time. Just waiting for it to arrive. I also like that it comes with a battery charger, I have seen some similar models that only charge through a USB.

This is our 2nd Kodak, and it lives up to its name. This is easy to use and small enough for a purse.

So far I have really enjoyed the camera. There are so many settings and I have not figured them all out just yet, but I am sure once I do then I will like it even more. I have enjoyed taking pictures and videos and using the software that came with it to enhance the pictures. The camera is small enough to take along but not too small to hold and steady. I bought a 2GB SD card and have 1272 pictures and 44 minutes of video at the highest quality setting. So far I have recorded a school play, two award ceremonies and taken many photos from near and far in all light conditions. I do not have the steadiest hands and there is a built in stabalizer that helps with that. Overall I am very pleased and feel that the camera was well worth the money and I wish I had gotten it sooner.

This is a very good little camera for the price. I like the size which easily slips in a pocket. The resolution is decent and you can crop pictures quite a bit without it looking too pixelated. It is easy to download the pictures and the features on the camera are plainly marked. The only problem I have is that it has no viewfinder and it is hard to see the screen in bright sunlight.

Bought this camera and it's super cute, takes great shots but it is NOT yet compatible with the new MAC Leopard operating system. The website says "leopard version of software comeing soon". I downloaded the kodak package and everything. When my shots would not upload I went to the kodak webpage and searched for Leopard and found it isn't quite there yet. Too bad. Now it's going back.

worked really well at first, but now my images are getting rather grainy, but i am sure it is probably something I am doing. My fav thing is the fact you can download all your pics at once, and then email ALL of them at the same time, instead of having to download each one individually!

I bought this camera and returned it the next day. My dad had bought a Casio Exilim z80 so i tested both side by side. First, the casio is smaller and lighter than the kodak which makes it feel better in your hands. As for picture quality, they both were fairly similar, however I would have to say the casio was a tad bit better. When the pictures were enlarged, the casio's images were less pixalated looking. The kodak's video recording was what really shocked me. I took the same video with both cameras. The casio's video was amazingly clear. The kodak on the other hand was horribly grainy looking. I also had a ceiling fan running during both videos. in the kodak video you could hear loud air blowing sounds but the casio didnt have that. another cool thing about the casio is that you can take a picture while recording a video. Both cost about the same and are both 8 MP. in my opinion, check out the casio exilim z80 before the kodak m863. hope this helps :)

I am so disappointed : ( I bought this camera to take pictures of my kids. Unless your kids are perfectly trained not to move an inch when they see a camera & your house is professionally lit, I can't see how you would be satisfied with this camera. I took pictures in every different scenario imaginable and used all the different settings. The outside pictures of landscape turned out beautiful! Every other picture was grainy and/or blurry. If your into scenic photography this camera can't be beat for the price, but your planning on taking pictures of live people or animals look elsewhere. I even called Kodak and was told they have had ALOT of complaints about grainy/blurry pictures with this camera. They're advice was to try a couple of different settings for taking pictures of the kids & to "make sure you hold the camera perfectly still to avoid blurry pictures". Anyone else out there able to get a 2 year old to sit still & hold a pose while you try not to move a muscle & still get a decent picture? I've decided this is not the camera for me, so I'm sending it back. I've had a 5MP Kodak camera for the past 3 1/2 years and have had no problems until recently. I just don't think they make things like they used to even 3 short years ago. This is the second camera I've purchased to replace the old one, it's also the second disappointment. I'm not an expert photographer by any means, but to me, point & shoot means POINT & SHOOT. It doesn't mean point, change every setting imaginable, turn on 12 more lights, strap your kids in a highchair to make them sit still, then freeze yourself (except one finger to push the button), and then shoot. MAJOR LET DOWN!!!

This camera was a gift to my college student Daughter. It is very easy to use. She is very happy with it. I recomend this camera for any age it is simple to use and the photo quaility is great.

Wow, this is a lot of camera for the money. A true value. Many advanced features, yet all are easy to master. Exceptional photographs. The camera has a quality "feel" about it, as you might expect of Kodak Company. The camera has more style than the rest, and the compact design was a surprise. So it is easy to carry to sports events, family gatherings, kids outings, whatever. Bottom line: It will be hard to beat this camera. Purchase with confidence.

As I learn on this camera, it does seem to be fairly simple to use.I'm sure as time goes along, I will learn more about it. It's small and easy to use and the pictures do come out very clear. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a simple camera to buy.

this is the worst digital camera I had ever!!! I bought it because my Sony Cibershot 5.2 megapixeles needs AA batteries and they don't last too much, so I decide to buy a new one with li-ion battery. What I say is awful is the picture quality. If you use it with natural light and no zoom it is ok. It works perfect. But if you use zoom or with flash, they are horrible. Look like if you use a cell phone. They look so grainy that it doesn't work for me. This camera may be useful for someone just for fun but not for someone who need to take pictures of maps, figures, close up in nature, etc. Even though the camera style is nice and the battery life is fantastic, it last almost 1 month!!!

Make sure you can buy the cartridge refill separately without being forced to buy the paper with it as I was with my G610 easy share camera and dock printer

Great little camera that is very easy to use and has excellent picture quality. Good battery life with a large lcd view finder. This camera also offers a multitude of exposure options. Highly recommended.

I'm not a professional photographer and I don't like cameras with too many features. This camera is easy to use and takes fabulous pictures with the simplest Auto setting. I turned off the flash and left it on the Auto setting all through my Italy visit and came back with the most amazing pictures. The shots impressed professional photographers (not only because Italy itself is picturesque beyond words!). I also got a few one- or two-minute video clips which played beautifully on my computer. The camera is small and thin and fits in my little purse. I dropped it a couple of times and nothing happened to it. I recommend this camera wholeheartedly to all who travel (or not).

Just bought this camera and took on a trip out of the country. It's nice and small and light, so fits in a pocket easily. Unfortunately, however, it was very tough taking pictures in the outdoors with the camera, as I really couldn't see what was being shown in the LCD screen due to the bright outdoor lighting, and lack of a viewfinder. Total bummer, as a few of my pictures had the key points of interest cropped on the side since I couldn't frame the shot. Picture quality, etc., otherwise was fine.

I bought this camera about a month ago and the first that I got was defective so I sent it back. The screen was messed up on that one. Got the second one used it for about 2 weeks and now it won't turn on. Called Kodak to troubleshoot told me the battery was dead, like that wasn't the first thing I thought was wrong and tried. It wasn't the battery needless to say. So I am returning this one as well. I will not be getting another Kodak anytime soon. I am very disappointed with the quality of this product. I would not recommend this to anyone unless you want a big hassle.

I was looking for a new Kodak camera; after much research I thought this was what I was looking for. I love that the LCD is larger and that it has 8.2MP. Though I purchased this in June; I haven't had time to learn how to use the features, I've only taken aim and shot pictures. I am somewhat disappointed that there seems to be a delay when taking the picture and that my initial object has moved - thus creating a blurred picture.

I bought this Kodak for my wife but I ended up using it about half the time, We took in on a recent Street Rod Tour and I am a complete DUMMY when it comes to photography . This thing is easy to use with automatic adjustment easy to read menus and turn the little dial on top for settings. The pictures came out real good. If I had a speck of criticism it would be the difficulty seeing the in the view window when the sun is shinning , But, that happens with all digital cameras . The price is right and the quality is very good.

Camera is small enough to easily fit into most any pocket. A big plus when on vacation riding roller coasters. This little camera took a lickin and kept on tickin. Battery life was excellent. Took pictures all day and recharged at night to be ready for the next day. It took beautiful pictures and the videos were also surprisingly good.
I have two small negatives. First, it would be nice to have an eye piece to look through especially in bright sun because the screen washes out. Second, in anti-shake mode the pictures seem a bit grainy to me. Not that much of an issue unless you do a lot of zooming when you shoot.
A very nice little camera for the money. The saying "any picture is better than no picture" is so true and this little camera makes it easy to get those pictures that might otherwise be missed.

I am giving this camera 3 stars because the 'right arrow' on the circle pad stopped working after 3 months. Otherwise this is a really nice camera.

Pros:
- Easy to use menus
- Feels very solid in your hand. Well made.
- Focuses quickly and takes pictures quickly
- Takes great 5 megapixel photos!
- Screen is large and clear
- Includes the kodak easy share software
- Cool color!
- Fits nicely in your pocket or purse. Perfect for vacations.
- Video recording works quite well.
- When taking vertical shots the screen automatically adjust the image so that it is not horizontal. This is a VERY nice feature! Not sure what that feature is called but it's cool. :) Pictures stay right side up when you copy them to PC as well.

Cons:
- 'Right arrow' key on the navigation pad stopped working at 3 months.
- 'Left arrow' key on the navigation pad is really hard to press because of screen size.
- You absolutely cannot see the screen during bright sunlight.
- Doesn't do so well on night pictures. Has trouble focusing and takes very grainy pictures. I was so unhappy with my Vegas pictures!
- Pictures are a bit grainy at 8.2 megapixel but it of course doesn't affect your prints. Who actually views pics at 8.2 anyway?
- Viewing screen scratches easily. I recommend a protective cover.

So far have enjoyed using this camera. Have had no problems and it is a good camera.

I am a HUGE fan of Kodak cameras and this was the 3rd digital Kodak I purchased and I only bought it because my V530 stopped working after two years. I was so in love with that one I thought this was going to be a wonderful upgrade. Wow was I wrong! I only used this for one weekend and I am sending it back, no matter how I change the settings the pictures turn out grainy. My other 5mp camera was so much better. I just ordered the Olympus Stylus 840, all reviews for that one were great and I am hoping to have better luck with that one.

The camera takes too long to recover between photos and if you want to take a few quickly--forget about it! Other than that, not bad for the price.

love it, it is very small and light which is great for in a pocket

This camera may be good if you never take a picture outdoors. There is no viewfinder to look through. Outdoors, any natural light will make seeing what your trying to take a picture of impossible. The LCD screen reflects a fairly good mirror image of your face. So it may be good to adjust your makeup but not much else.

Love this camera. Its small and light. Takes great piture's. Will recommend for other to buy if you like Kodaks. The only camera I use.

I am a bit disappointed by the quality of this camera. The shutter delay is a bit too long. After about two weeks of use, it started shutting down immediately after being turned on. Mailed it to a camera repair shop and hope the warranty covers it (supposed to). Haven't received it back yet. A few more dollars buys a substantially better camera: bought a Casio Exilim last week, with which I am much more pleased.

This was given as a gift. My mom loves it. She is not very tech savy but had no problems learning how to use this camera. Great for beginners.

i bought this Kodak camera at Kmart and put it on layaway for 2 weeks and got it out today and it is a really great camera and i an glad i got it i like the features like the 3x optical zoom 5x digital zoom and the face detection and viewing your pictures on a HDTV.

I bought this camera after reading the reviews, and saw some were less then thrilled with their camera. After purchasing it, I can say, "This is great!". It takes fantastic pictures in the dark and in the middle of the day. The zoom option is fantastic and the stabilization option couldn't be better. I even took some pictures while I was in a moving vehicle and I saw no blur and it was really clear. I'd defiantly recommend this camera to anyone who was considering buying it.

This camera was exactly what I was looking for. It has a built in battery for easy recharge, simple to use, and compact to make it easy to carry. It has multiple settings for photos, and takes a great shot. A definite buy for anyone who wants a quality, affordable camera.

This looked to be a good product in the reviews. The camera worked for about a week and then it appears the unit does not stay on and could not get the zoom to return. I saw another review posted a few days after I made the purchase here with the same problem.

I've only had my camera a few weeks but it's been great so far. It's a huge improvement from the 2mp camera I had. It's small enough to fit in my pocket which was what I wanted it for, and it has sound themes to choose from so that's kind of fun. The face detection is kind of cool. Only thing I'm unsure about is the zoom. It doesn't seem to zoom in very far and when you do zoom all the way in, the picture looks very grainy, on the screen at least. It may not come out that way when printed. I don't know. I'm happy with my purchase though. It's a good camera for the casual picture taker.

i bought this item 2 weeks ago and i printed an 8x10x11 picture and it was very cloudy and it has lines in the pictures and in the camera also. i also printed a 4x6 picture and it was terrible it had lines all in the picture i said to my self i am never ever buying a Kodak again so i bought a canon power shot sd750 and it takes amazing pictures no i would not reccomennd this camera to anyone

While this camera doesn't have everything, it packs a lot into a little package for a great price. I needed a small camera on a recent trip to PR. I got some great pics. My only beef which I listed in the con section was that the LCD screen turns into a mirror in bright light. I just pointed in the general direction and managed to get great pics anyway.

Pros:
Small size (fit in shirt pocket), image stabilization, good battery life. LCD screen makes an awesome mirror in bright light (see cons). Excellent price for and 8+ megapixel camera especially when compared to models of similar size and features. 18 scenes available for different picture situations. HD Stills and digital image stabilization. Panaromic stiching of three sequential pics. Kodak is always very user friendly and very easy to use right out of the box.

Cons:
No view finder just LCD screen. Can't see LCD screen in bright sunlight, only a good reflection of yourself. No rapid sequence pics like some other kodak models of similar size.

I bought this camera because I like to take candid shots. You know the ones where nobody is expecting the picture and then they're all yelling ERASE THAT! And I am very pleased that this camera makes those pics possible. Unlike other digital cameras that tend to flash for five seconds before taking the picture I can go ahead and click away and capture the moment, whatever it may be. The screen is hard to see in darker places like bars or dimly lit restoraunts but is usually able to be viewed after pic is taken thanks to the awesome flash. It has a pretty god face recognizer on it but I honestly don't have a reference of comparison. It also has quite a bit of options for picture taking including a two-to-three shot panoramic mode. I wish it came with a case but that's about the only real complaint I have. I keep it on 5 mega pixels for the pictures and they come out looking amazing and it allows around 2000 pics on a 2GB SD memmory card.

The zoom feature is nice but when it gets into the digital zoom arena it gets pretty choppy. Not much of a complaint their though as the normal zoom goes in pretty deep.

All in all if you want a camera to take out and just take fun pics with you can't really go wrong with this one. It has great quality and timing and I've always trusted Kodak cameras.

Very small, just what we were looking for. My wife can keep this in her purse so we can take pictures anytime we like. We had a larger Kodak camera for a couple of years now but it is not convenient to carry with us all the time. If your looking for a compact camera to carry on the go, this is the one!

I am not one to usually write reviews on products, BUT becuase I am so incredibly disappointed with this particular product, I feel its my duty to warn other unsuspecting shoppers out there!
This camera takes absolutely lovely pictures - as long as they are outside. Any pictures taken indoors are of such poor quality that my camera on my cell phone takes better!! I have tried all the differnt settings and features that the phone offers to see if I can get a better picture and its just not possible on this camera. After only 9 days and over 250 pictures later, I am taking it back today!

I bought this camera 2 days ago while on a trip out of state. I bought it to replace another easyshare camera (V803) I lost just the other day.

What I LOVED about this camera was:
* Ease of use - menu navigation and controls
* Easier to hold onto not as slippery
* Fantastic and large LCD screen!
* Great shots - not blurry like my other Easyshare V803
* Fantastic video

My V803 always froze on me to where I'd have to remove the battery. If I took pics of my kids they were ALWAYS blurry. I even had the camera serviced 3 times in the first year I had it and it still froze on me.
But the MD863 took FANTASTIC shots! And I was impressed with the shutterspeed.

Only one major problem. The camera made a very high pitched noise when the LCD screen was on. When I recorded video the noise was amplified. The high pitched noise would stop when the LCD screen went off to conserve battery power. Called Kodak and they said I could send it in for repair but with my unsuccessful repair history with the other camera I am going to choose to return it to Walmart instead. I don't want to have to wait weeks for it to get fixed for one, and 2 I don't have a lot of faith that they will actually fix the dang thing. Kodak should just give you a new one when these things happen.

If I cannot get another one (same model) that works, I think this will kill it for me and Kodak. I know they are one of the best brands out there but if I cannot get any luck with 2 different Kodak camera models then I'd be stupid to purchase it again. It's true, hardward just isn't made like it used to be.

This product was a gift. Recipient loves camera. Overall, this is a great product and the service was exceptional as well. Thank you!

This camera is awesome for the price. Takes wonderful pictures (that I take daily) and when you get them printed out at a photo center, they are amazing. Very happy with this camera. Large screen and easy to use.

in the sun you can't see the screen i think all cameras ned a veiw lens on them

I have owned akodak camera for 13 months, I have gotten about 3 months use out of it. Kodak is notorious for freezing up. I sent it in twice and it comes back the same way. Now 1 month passed warranty the Kodak supervisor say's it's not his problem and they will not stand behind their products. It doesn't matter that it is the same ongoing problem because it is 1 month passed the warranty date. I would suggest you purchase a sony they rate much higher and the customer service is much better. These cameras work great for about 1 month then you can pitch it in the garbage. Good luck if you buy it.

We bought this as a replacement for an older version that didn't survive a dip in the sink (it was actually our fault and not the kids'!). I didn't want a camera with too many buttons and functions, as I use it to take pics of the kids and need to point and shoot quickly before I lose the shot. I haven't had any issues with the camera. It's worked wonderfully from day one. The change from replacing batteries to re-charging it was a great new feature, as was the simplification of the wheel (though I see they've gotten rid of it completely on the newest version). We're considdering this for a gift for my mil, who is hopelessly stuck on her film camera and has minimal computer skills. I do have to agree that bright sunlight ruins your view on the screen, but I found it to be that way on pretty much any digital device. I believe most buyers looking for a good digital camera to invest in will be satisfied.