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Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Kodak SLICE offers touchscreen control
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(Sunday, January 10, 2010 - 23:54 EST)

Eastman Kodak Co. unveiled a new digital camera with a touchscreen display for the Consumer Electronics Show, in the form of the Kodak SLICE.

The SLICE digital camera is based around the combination of a 14 megapixel CCD image sensor, and a Schneider-Kreuznach branded 5x optical zoom lens. The Kodak SLICE includes true optical image stabilization, and apertures range from F4.8 at wide angle to F5.2 at telephoto.

Almost the entire rear surface of the Kodak SLICE is given over to its large 16:9 aspect ratio 3.5" LCD display with capacitive touch-screen panel. The SLICE can store images on either MicroSD or MicroSDHC cards, and also includes a very generous 2GB of built-in memory. Power comes courtesy of a lithium-ion battery.

Available from April 2010, the Kodak SLICE is priced at around $350, and can be purchased in three body colors - black, nickel, or radish. For more details, read our Kodak SLICE preview.

Kodak SLICE
Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeCompact
ManufacturerKodak
Model NumberSLICE
Planned Price$350
Planned AvailabilityApril 2010
Image Capture
Sensor TypeCCD
Approx. 0.00 in. diagonal
14.00 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 3:2
Image Dimensions10.7 megapixels
9.0 megapixels
6.0 megapixels
3.1 megapixels
2.2 megapixels
2.1 megapixels
1.2 megapixels
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD3.5 in. diagonal
Lens
Lens TypeSCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH Optical Zoom Lens
5x optical zoom
Image StabilizationYes
Focal Length6.3 - 31.5mm (actual)
Aperture Rangef/4.8 (W) - f/5.2 (T)
Focusing SystemContrast Detection
Exposure
Exposure ModesProgram
Exposure Compensation+/- 2.0EV in 1/3EV increments
White BalanceImage Sensor - Auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade
Internal FlashModes: Auto, red-eye reduction, fill, off
Creative
Self TimerYes, 10 or 2 seconds
Storage
Recording MediummicroSD, microSDHC, Built-in
File SystemFAT16, FAT32
File FormatJPEG (EXIF 2.21)
Connectivity
ComputerUSB 2.0 High Speed
Power
Battery TypeLithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Form FactorProprietary KLIC-7000
Product Bundle
SoftwareKodak EasyShare
Battery / Charger1 x Proprietary KLIC-7000 Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and charger
Flash Memory2000.0MB Internal
Other
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
NotesOptical Image Stabilization; 3.5-inch, 16:9 LCD touchscreen; KODAK SLICE Search Feature and Face Recognition to easily sort, locate and share pictures; 720p HD Video; Smart Capture. Available in black, nickel and radish.
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Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!
Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!
Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!
Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!
Kodak's SLICE digital camera. Photo provided by Eastman Kodak Co. Click for a bigger picture!

Original Source Press Release:

KODAK SLICE Touchscreen Camera Lets You Share and Relive Moments Instantly

New Digital Camera Boasts Sleek Exterior with Thousands of KODAK Moments Inside

Rochester, NY, Jan. 6 -- Eastman Kodak Company today announced the latest addition to its consumer digital product portfolio, designed to make it easier than ever for people to share pictures with family and friends anytime, anywhere. The KODAK SLICE Touchscreen Camera lets consumers carry a personal photo album worth sharing and reliving at all times. With a sleek and intuitive 3.5-inch touchscreen, and the KODAK SLICE Search Feature, consumers can find the pictures they want from up to 5,000 that can be stored on internal memory. Then, they can easily share those pictures right from the back of the camera.

“Kodak knows that consumers want the ability to share life’s memories at a moment’s notice, whether it’s pictures that evoke a tear or just the funny everyday moments,” said John Blake, General Manager, Digital Capture and Devices and Vice President, Kodak. “The power of sharing and reliving life’s moments drove the development of our new SLICE Camera. It provides instant access to all of your KODAK Moments, and it’s right at your fingertips.”

Store, Sort and Share with the SLICE Camera
With the ability to store up to 5,000 pictures in HD resolution, the SLICE Camera’s onboard KODAK SLICE Search Feature and Face Recognition allow consumers to sort through thousands of pictures by person, place, date, or occasion in order to locate and share a collection of treasured moments.

The touchscreen and Share Button allow consumers to tag pictures directly on the camera for effortless uploading to popular sharing sites including Facebook, KODAK Gallery, Flickr, and YouTube. Pictures can also be tagged to email or to send directly to the new KODAK PULSE Digital Frame.

KODAK SLICE Touchscreen Camera features include:

  • Intuitive 3.5-inch, 16:9 LCD touchscreen with anti-reflective coating

  • KODAK SLICE Search Feature and Face Recognition to easily sort, locate and share pictures

  • Share Button for easy upload to Facebook, KODAK Gallery, Flickr, YouTube sites and e-mail

  • Store up to 5,000 pictures in HD resolution

  • Stunning image quality with a 14MP CCD sensor and 5X SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH Lens

  • Built-in optical image stabilization

  • 720p/30fps HD video capture

  • Kodak’s exclusive Smart Capture feature, which analyzes scenes and automatically adjusts camera settings to deliver beautiful pictures more often

  • Compatible with PC or APPLE iLife Software

  • Li-Ion rechargeable battery included

The KODAK SLICE Touchscreen Camera will be available in black, nickel and radish for US $349.95 MSRP beginning in April 2010. Best Buy will initially be the exclusive retailer for in-store sales. The KODAK SLICE Touchscreen Camera will also be sold online at Amazon.com and Kodak.com.

Kodak is also introducing a case for the SLICE Camera, which was designed in a competition among accessories students at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City. The final case design was chosen by celebrated designer Steve Madden and FIT faculty.

*Colors and availability may vary by region

About Kodak
As the world’s foremost imaging innovator, Kodak helps consumers, businesses, and creative professionals unleash the power of pictures and printing to enrich their lives.

To learn more, visit http://www.kodak.com and follow our blogs and more at http://www.kodak.com/go/followus.

More than 75 million people worldwide manage, share and create photo gifts online at KODAK Gallery -- join for free today at www.kodakgallery.com.

© Kodak, 2010. KODAK and SLICE are trademarks of Kodak. SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH is a trademark of Jos. Schneider Optische Werke GmbH used under license by Kodak.

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