4 years later and this is still the best review of the 42 out there. I loved this video! Clear presentation, asked and answered the most important questions and avoided super-personal preferences.
Now I am going to have to get the Minolta too! I can’t believe this is from 4 years ago. I recently purchased the PIXPRO AZ421, even just made a video about it, I thought it was something new, well it’s new to me lol
Recently bought a Bell&Howell B35HDZ for $25, which is identical to the Minolta here. I wasn't expecting much, compared to my Canon, Nikon and Fuji bridge cameras. This Elite Brands camera surprised me a lot! Fast startup, fast AF (for a bridge) and the metering spot-on almost all the time with very few images needing EV corrections. Color is great, too. No problems with White Balance.
thank you this was a straightforward review on the 42, and your pics look 10 times better than a lot of phone camera comparisons.. really helped my decision making ty
Thank you for sharing your views and tutorial, I have just purchased this kodak pixpro az421 16mp, specifically for my daughters wedding, ime sure I will get some good photographs after seeing some of your photos. Thank you again.
I noticed some uncanny similarities between Kodak Pixpro and Minolta Pro Shot cameras like these two. In fact, the Kodak AZ652 and the Minolta MN67Z appear to be pretty much identical, with minor differences between the two (like the Minolta's 67x zoom versus the Kodak's 65x). Looks like JK Imaging and Elite brands use the same vendor to actually manufacture their cameras...
Im going to Europe in 2 months. It's my 1st time there and I'm thinking about buying one of those types of cameras to take photos of the trip. Since you can't switch lenses at this tier, I'm wondering if I'm better off just using my phones cameras. I'm really divided on this one. What do you think?
How do they perform for night time(capturing the moon and stars). My picture taking lover of a young teen is wanting a good camera for nature during the day and night.
Thank you again for sharing your views over the kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x zoom bridge camera, you sound very fair and not doing it down, I have just bought the kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x so far I am happy still playing about with the controls, I am trying not to look at more expensive cameras which do a lot more..but that is just I am referring to the old saying much wants more. usually the same when we buy a new car lol we see something better much faster and fee a little disappointed with what we have..lol but all the same I got this camera especially for my daughters wedding, and as you said both cameras are much better than a mobile phone. Last photos I took of my other daughters wedding I used a Samsung 7mega pixel camer I was happy then with the results, so I am assuming I will be more than happy with this kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x zoom bridge camera? Anyway so I have been told it is not the camera but the person taking the photographs lol. Look forward to seeing some more reviews over this camera. Thank you again.
@@andrewfoster2296 I should say a little more expensive as by today's standards it would be considered cheap---My Main camera is the Fujifilm X-H1 as I just sold the Canon 6D mk2 but I have 5 other cameras in my collection ---Lumix FZ1000--Fuji X-T1 ---Canon 10D --Olympus E-500 --Olympus E450 but me and my son have owned many others from different companies but only one Nikon the P900 bridge camera and I like the look and specs of the new Nikon Z7 mk 2 but in my dreams.
@@ShropshirePastPresent I looked at the X-pro2 and X100F. But the Ricoh GR iii was the camera I ended up with. But now shooting with a Leica Q2. With film shooting with a Olympus om2n but will be looking at a M6 but not sure I want to go to film. If I don't decide to use film the M-D 262 or M10-D will be my next purchase.
@@ShropshirePastPresent I started out with a Nikon D3100 but wanted to move away from DSLR's. Streetphotography doesn't work well with big camera haha.
Generally depending on what you are doing. For photography only I personally use Scandisk extreme pro 170mb/s UHS-II But for video I use the Scandisk extreme pro 300mb/s UHS-II. Only major issue is the cost I pay £40ish for the 128gb 170mb/s and £100ish for the 64gb 300mb/s. So cost is a huge thing for the faster SD cards. Although I've never used Kodak cameras so I don't know if those SD cards are overkill .
Totally Junk, i can get 108MP with sensor size 1/1.13 inch for just around $200, if i want 40x optical zoom just buy add-on Lens for Smartphone for around $50, with around $250 My Smartphone can give High Quality Photography
Yes but if you require a large zoom it's unbeatable, I can use my canon 1dx 111 with a 150-600 lens and a 2x converter and only reach 1200mm. Or my 7d to get around 1600mm, but that's seriously heavy equipment and obviously more expensive. I use a lumix fz1000 with 25-400mm equivalent lens on a 1 inch sensor, but sometimes I just take out my Fuji sl 1000 50x bridge because it's easy to carry, and works spot on in good light. Sure the image quality isn't upto the standard of my more expensive stuff, but it fills a very useful gap. I wouldn't take my fuji x100s or lumix lx100 if I were bird spotting or looking for long distance wildlife shots, sometimes it's a pain carrying a full frame or Apsc cameras with lenses about, especially if you are hiking up a hill and through woods, across streams etc.
No, they dont. While the best cameras on a phone may compare to a cheap real camera...Fact is phones are far to small to fit what is needed to compare to mid range cameras.
@@Spills51 but for this kodak AZ421 and Minolta MN35Z , i still choose Flagship Phone Cam for daily quick simple photography, with image stabilization, good low light performance, fast eye Autofocus and some phone have periscope lens for telephoto and even my phone can shoot RAW and full Manual Control (shutter speed, iso, white-balance, etc) like mirrorless . I do have my Mirrorless Cam such as Sony Alpha for Serious Stuff, but for this Kodak and minolta ...... don't waste your $200 money for this junk, you can buy old used Nikon, Sony or Cannon DSLR with $200.
@@truthseeker6804 Just buy add-on Lens for Smartphone, there are plenty out there if you just want to zoom 40x, even now 10x optical zoom is common in smartphone
@@truthseeker6804 if you want to get true Quality of Camera so buy the Real Proper Camera like DSLR or Mirrorless like Canon, Nikon, Sony, Leica etc. There are plenty of used DSLR or Mirrorless Camera for around $200
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4 years later and this is still the best review of the 42 out there. I loved this video! Clear presentation, asked and answered the most important questions and avoided super-personal preferences.
I love these honest simple reviews
Now I am going to have to get the Minolta too! I can’t believe this is from 4 years ago. I recently purchased the PIXPRO AZ421, even just made a video about it, I thought it was something new, well it’s new to me lol
Recently bought a Bell&Howell B35HDZ for $25, which is identical to the Minolta here. I wasn't expecting much, compared to my Canon, Nikon and Fuji bridge cameras. This Elite Brands camera surprised me a lot! Fast startup, fast AF (for a bridge) and the metering spot-on almost all the time with very few images needing EV corrections. Color is great, too. No problems with White Balance.
I notice that people put this camera down but I love my Minolta for fashion and makeup photos!
Love my Minolta. It’s a great camera for fun
Thank you! Its been very difficult to find a review on the minolta mn35z! Im going to purchase right now!
Update! - i bought it and i love it!!!!
How does it focus manually? ?
Minolta mn35z
thank you this was a straightforward review on the 42, and your pics look 10 times better than a lot of phone camera comparisons.. really helped my decision making ty
Jb
Thank you for sharing your views and tutorial, I have just purchased this kodak pixpro az421 16mp, specifically for my daughters wedding, ime sure I will get some good photographs after seeing some of your photos. Thank you again.
I noticed some uncanny similarities between Kodak Pixpro and Minolta Pro Shot cameras like these two. In fact, the Kodak AZ652 and the Minolta MN67Z appear to be pretty much identical, with minor differences between the two (like the Minolta's 67x zoom versus the Kodak's 65x). Looks like JK Imaging and Elite brands use the same vendor to actually manufacture their cameras...
It happened with Minolta and Nikon in the 90s. Good observation.
I have ordered the Minolta and hope I like it. Good video. Thanks.
How many minutes does the rechargeable
battery last?
Kodak FZ43 with 2 AA batteries lasted
15-20 minutes.
Im going to Europe in 2 months. It's my 1st time there and I'm thinking about buying one of those types of cameras to take photos of the trip. Since you can't switch lenses at this tier, I'm wondering if I'm better off just using my phones cameras. I'm really divided on this one. What do you think?
How do they perform for night time(capturing the moon and stars). My picture taking lover of a young teen is wanting a good camera for nature during the day and night.
Can I use the Minolta to zoom in on moon or stars?? If so what settings are best? I appreciate it.
Thank you again for sharing your views over the kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x zoom bridge camera, you sound very fair and not doing it down, I have just bought the kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x so far I am happy still playing about with the controls, I am trying not to look at more expensive cameras which do a lot more..but that is just I am referring to the old saying much wants more. usually the same when we buy a new car lol we see something better much faster and fee a little disappointed with what we have..lol but all the same I got this camera especially for my daughters wedding, and as you said both cameras are much better than a mobile phone. Last photos I took of my other daughters wedding I used a Samsung 7mega pixel camer I was happy then with the results, so I am assuming I will be more than happy with this kodak pixpro az421 16mp 42x zoom bridge camera? Anyway so I have been told it is not the camera but the person taking the photographs lol. Look forward to seeing some more reviews over this camera. Thank you again.
I am looking for a lightweight camera which has a great macro .What do u recommend?
Very informative video. Thanks!
You also get 1080p video unlike the kodak that gets 720p
Bridge camera not DSLR: promo sm
Kodak Pixpro Az425 #2024 review. :ua-cam.com/video/UVCswy9twQ0/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared.
I shoot with expensive cameras but this is a good honest review of these cameras in my opinion.
What cameras do you use?
@@andrewfoster2296 I should say a little more expensive as by today's standards it would be considered cheap---My Main camera is the Fujifilm X-H1 as I just sold the Canon 6D mk2 but I have 5 other cameras in my collection ---Lumix FZ1000--Fuji X-T1 ---Canon 10D --Olympus E-500 --Olympus E450 but me and my son have owned many others from different companies but only one Nikon the P900 bridge camera and I like the look and specs of the new Nikon Z7 mk 2 but in my dreams.
@@ShropshirePastPresent I looked at the X-pro2 and X100F. But the Ricoh GR iii was the camera I ended up with. But now shooting with a Leica Q2. With film shooting with a Olympus om2n but will be looking at a M6 but not sure I want to go to film. If I don't decide to use film the M-D 262 or M10-D will be my next purchase.
@@andrewfoster2296 Wow you are in a different league with the Leica's they are ART on their own.
@@ShropshirePastPresent I started out with a Nikon D3100 but wanted to move away from DSLR's. Streetphotography doesn't work well with big camera haha.
Where does the SD card insert?
I am your 3000 sub comgrats
Which one of these cameras records better video?
I suggest the Kodak AZ528 for HD video and outstanding image quality. Flickr.com/photos/jimmccarthy/50251560168
Will the Kodak PAUSE while shooting a video???
yes its will.
what type and brand of sd card did u use please be specific thanks! btw this is for kodak Az401 camera
Generally depending on what you are doing. For photography only I personally use Scandisk extreme pro 170mb/s UHS-II
But for video I use the Scandisk extreme pro 300mb/s UHS-II.
Only major issue is the cost I pay £40ish for the 128gb 170mb/s and £100ish for the 64gb 300mb/s. So cost is a huge thing for the faster SD cards. Although I've never used Kodak cameras so I don't know if those SD cards are overkill .
Nl Fujifilm xt30
How can a Point and Shoot camera (compact camera) you get at Walmart be better than the Kodak?
Chinese company bought Kodak name
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Totally Junk, i can get 108MP with sensor size 1/1.13 inch for just around $200, if i want 40x optical zoom just buy add-on Lens for Smartphone for around $50, with around $250 My Smartphone can give High Quality Photography
Spend $300ish and get a refurbished cannon t6 or something.
Yes but if you require a large zoom it's unbeatable, I can use my canon 1dx 111 with a 150-600 lens and a 2x converter and only reach 1200mm.
Or my 7d to get around 1600mm, but that's seriously heavy equipment and obviously more expensive.
I use a lumix fz1000 with 25-400mm equivalent lens on a 1 inch sensor, but sometimes I just take out my Fuji sl 1000 50x bridge because it's easy to carry, and works spot on in good light.
Sure the image quality isn't upto the standard of my more expensive stuff, but it fills a very useful gap.
I wouldn't take my fuji x100s or lumix lx100 if I were bird spotting or looking for long distance wildlife shots, sometimes it's a pain carrying a full frame or Apsc cameras with lenses about, especially if you are hiking up a hill and through woods, across streams etc.
The kodak camera is HORRIBLE
@@gloppy101 what type and brand of sd card did u use please be specific thanks!
today's cam phone do better pal
No, they dont. While the best cameras on a phone may compare to a cheap real camera...Fact is phones are far to small to fit what is needed to compare to mid range cameras.
@@Spills51 but for this kodak AZ421 and Minolta MN35Z , i still choose Flagship Phone Cam for daily quick simple photography, with image stabilization, good low light performance, fast eye Autofocus and some phone have periscope lens for telephoto and even my phone can shoot RAW and full Manual Control (shutter speed, iso, white-balance, etc) like mirrorless . I do have my Mirrorless Cam such as Sony Alpha for Serious Stuff, but for this Kodak and minolta ...... don't waste your $200 money for this junk, you can buy old used Nikon, Sony or Cannon DSLR with $200.
@@anandatan4663 phone cannot zoom in 40x optical zoom. thats the advantage to these cameras over phone.
@@truthseeker6804 Just buy add-on Lens for Smartphone, there are plenty out there if you just want to zoom 40x, even now 10x optical zoom is common in smartphone
@@truthseeker6804 if you want to get true Quality of Camera so buy the Real Proper Camera like DSLR or Mirrorless like Canon, Nikon, Sony, Leica etc. There are plenty of used DSLR or Mirrorless Camera for around $200