Kodak Easyshare C653
Editors' Comments
The C653 has since been replaced, we recommend looking at the newer Kodak C190. Here's what we had to say about the C653 when it was released in January 2007:
The Kodak EasyShare C653 is another simple point-and-shoot that looks to help out the everyday user, but with the dodgy performance of similar models like the C743 and C875, we're not certain that this is the best choice. This 6 megapixel camera is very inexpensive and fully automatic, taking all the confusion out of camera settings and adjustments, but such simplicity can sometimes result in unexpected or undesirable effects. Take a look at what users are saying about the C743 and C875 to get an idea of what using the C653 might be like.
Specifications
- 6.1 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom
- Auto focus and exposure
- 2.5-inch LCD
- Movie mode with sound (VGA)
- Secure Digital memory
- 2 AA batteries
Kodak Easyshare C653 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
Has anyone ever heard of a hard shell case to put the kodak camera into? I bought on for my daugher and am worried about the lcd cracking. Thanks L (barbiangril — 03/07/2007)
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Rich Watson (03/07/2007)
No, I just use a soft case, like $7 at Wal-Mart.
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raeraeok (04/22/2007)
not that i have heard of but there are good soft cases at WalMart. Call the Kodak HQ place or something just to be sure cause you never know!
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Matt (08/02/2007)
My sister in law has a form fitting hard shell case for hers. I'll try to find out who makes it.
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How much does the printer for it cost? (raeraeok — 04/22/2007)
I heard that there is a printer for it so you could print pics your self.If this is true how mch is it?
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bukit97 (04/23/2007)
It is true you can do your own printing at home.
If you like Kodak printer that works for this camera, you can log on to <a href="kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier... location</a> to see the picture, specifications and the price ($119.95)of the printer.
This gives you a maximum 6" x 4" pictures.
If you like bigger prints, something like A4 size, then you need to buy a larger printer from HP, Lexmark, Epson or Canon from any computer shop.
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If you like Kodak printer that works for this camera, you can log on to <a href="kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier... location</a> to see the picture, specifications and the price ($119.95)of the printer.
This gives you a maximum 6" x 4" pictures.
If you like bigger prints, something like A4 size, then you need to buy a larger printer from HP, Lexmark, Epson or Canon from any computer shop.
I am Planning to buy this camera, can anyone tell me hows its battery life and with NiMh Batteries (2000Mah) How many pics can be taken ? (anish1981 — 05/30/2007)
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Rich Watson (05/30/2007)
I am guessing that with 2000mAh batteries, (AND no flash photos) you would get about 200 photos. Flashes use a lot of power. If you took ALL photos with flash (unlikely, but just an example), that number would drop from 200 to somewhere around 70-80.
The LCD is the second-biggest energy hog, followed by the auto-focus. If a photographer "dawdles" a lot---taking lots of time for composition, fiddling with focus, etc. then each photo will use more power and the total number of photos with a set of batteries will decrease. So the actual battery life can vary widely depending on the user.
The actual power used to just open the shutter and record the image on the mem card is minimal---all the ancillary operations eat up most of the power.
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The LCD is the second-biggest energy hog, followed by the auto-focus. If a photographer "dawdles" a lot---taking lots of time for composition, fiddling with focus, etc. then each photo will use more power and the total number of photos with a set of batteries will decrease. So the actual battery life can vary widely depending on the user.
The actual power used to just open the shutter and record the image on the mem card is minimal---all the ancillary operations eat up most of the power.
Do you have to have a dock to charge your camera? I just got the camera, and the batteries it came with are already dead. (kaykayannb — 05/31/2007)
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CK (05/31/2007)
I don't know what kind of camera you have or what kind of batteries it takes, but if they are AAs, it's best to get rechargeable batteries and a battery charger. Get an extra set of rechargeable batteries so you can charge up one set and keep them available while you use the other ones. A recharger with batteries shouldn't cost you more than $15 or so.
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Sakar camera for dummies, is it any good (airboatpete — 06/05/2007)
I bought a Sakar camera for Dummies. I am having a hard time figuring it out. I want to use it to take pictures for E Bay. Is it any good? What is a great, cheap first time digital camera? Thanks
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Joe (06/18/2007)
The Kodak Easyshare c653 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is a great cheap camera that has all the features you need to take pictures for the internet. Easy to use too!
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is this camera support 4GB SD card? (chang — 07/09/2007)
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Rich Watson (07/09/2007)
Have you tried checking kodak.com?
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by James DeRuvo (07/31/2007)
According to to the camera's product specs ( kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier... ) the C653 is only SD, and NOT SDHC (secure digital high capacity) compliant. That means it'll only handle cards to up 2GB in size.
But allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like F-recovery to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem.
One last thing. Cards have different speeds. The faster a card is, the quicker it'll save the photo and cycle to be ready for another shot. In the end, your camera is only going to be as fast as it's slowest link in the chain. So check for speed when you purchase a card.
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But allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like F-recovery to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem.
One last thing. Cards have different speeds. The faster a card is, the quicker it'll save the photo and cycle to be ready for another shot. In the end, your camera is only going to be as fast as it's slowest link in the chain. So check for speed when you purchase a card.
why can I download pictures onto my computer from my camera c653 and not videos (lora38 — 07/10/2007)
I plug the usb cord into the computer and the camera then turn it on. The computer ask me do I want to import pictures/videos. I select it . Then it start importing .It import all the pictures. The videos last. When finished I go to videos and they are not there. Or I would go to windows media I can get the pictures but couldn't
videos. HELP!!!!
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videos. HELP!!!!
Ben Keough (07/10/2007)
Hi Lora,
From what you've written it sounds to me like you're importing the pictures and video via Windows' own built-in import tool. If that's so, you should be able to browse the camera's contents using My Computer. To do so, click on the start menu, then on My Computer, then select your camera from the list of devices there. You should see a series of folders. I don't know Kodak's exact file structure, so just click around until you find a folder with several .jpg files and .avi or .mov (for movies), whichever Kodak uses. Once you've found them in this way, you should be able to simply drag and drop them to the desktop or to any folder of your choosing.
Try this and let me know if it works or not.
Good luck!
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From what you've written it sounds to me like you're importing the pictures and video via Windows' own built-in import tool. If that's so, you should be able to browse the camera's contents using My Computer. To do so, click on the start menu, then on My Computer, then select your camera from the list of devices there. You should see a series of folders. I don't know Kodak's exact file structure, so just click around until you find a folder with several .jpg files and .avi or .mov (for movies), whichever Kodak uses. Once you've found them in this way, you should be able to simply drag and drop them to the desktop or to any folder of your choosing.
Try this and let me know if it works or not.
Good luck!
lora38 (07/11/2007)
I have windows vista it don't have my computer it has computer I did what you said Ben . it it is saying the same thing.
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Ben Keough (07/11/2007)
Ok, so when you go to Computer on the start menu, do you see your camera listed there? If so, when you double click on it and get the folders full of pictures and videos, what happens if you drag a single video file to the desktop? Does it give you an error message (if so, what is it)? Does it simply not copy? Any specifics you can give would help.
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lora38 (07/12/2007)
Alright Ben Keough says media player classic could'nt render some of the pins in the graph, you may not have the needed codecs or files or filters installed on the system . The following pin(s) failed to find a connectable filter c:\users\warren\AppData\Local\Temp\wpdnse\{003003de-03de-004b-4200-370
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Ben Keough (07/13/2007)
Yeah, that definitely sounds like a codec issue. Do you get that when copying the file or when trying to play it in WMP?
If the latter, try downloading a free player like VLC Player ( videolan.org/ ) or GOM Player ( gomplayer.com/ ). These have most of the known codecs built-in and should play pretty much anything you can throw at them.
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If the latter, try downloading a free player like VLC Player ( videolan.org/ ) or GOM Player ( gomplayer.com/ ). These have most of the known codecs built-in and should play pretty much anything you can throw at them.
lora38 (07/13/2007)
I get that on file and in wmp. I looked in wmp yesterday I could'nt find songs because video took it's place I think all because I downloaded the videos and got the same problem . How do I do download those things I don't know what you are talking about. I just got this computer in Feb.
I am dumb when it come to computers.
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I am dumb when it come to computers.
lora38 (07/14/2007)
Ben Keough I found songs in wmp. so What is VLC Player or GOM Player. Iam still trying to find out how to down load videos I don't want you to think I want a lot of answers for 10pts. You told me what would help but I don't know what the are
I just know the basics of the computer. lora
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I just know the basics of the computer. lora
Ben Keough (07/19/2007)
Lora,
VLC and GOM are media players much like Windows Media Player, but they include codecs (basically files that decode specially-encoded video and audio) built-in that WMP doesn't have. Sometimes, because of this, they are able to play videos that WMP can't.
So, if you're able to drag the video files from your camera to the computer's hard drive, you might be able to play them with those programs.
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VLC and GOM are media players much like Windows Media Player, but they include codecs (basically files that decode specially-encoded video and audio) built-in that WMP doesn't have. Sometimes, because of this, they are able to play videos that WMP can't.
So, if you're able to drag the video files from your camera to the computer's hard drive, you might be able to play them with those programs.
is there a book that gives more info to new users? (kujo — 08/19/2007)
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Rich Watson (08/19/2007)
If you want a book on artistic photography, those have always been available since cameras became mainstream. For a book specific to digital photography, why not try Amazon.com?
Many users don't take the time to fully understand all the menus and controls that are explained in the owner's manual. Granted, the print is fine and the manuals are usually boring. But if you haven't read the manual thoroughly, that's another place to start.
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Many users don't take the time to fully understand all the menus and controls that are explained in the owner's manual. Granted, the print is fine and the manuals are usually boring. But if you haven't read the manual thoroughly, that's another place to start.
John C. (08/27/2007)
I have 6 books which I like a lot. One of these days I will actually read them all thoroughly... I use them for reference now.
"The Complete Idiot's Guide to: Photography Like a Pro" by the editors of Pederson's Photographic Magazine and Mike Stensvold - Alpha publishing (film and digital)
"Digital Photography Bible, Desktop Edition" by Dan Simon - Wiley publishing
"Complete Digital Photography" by Ben Long - Charles River Media publishing
"50 Fast Digital Camera Techniques" by Kevin L. Moss - Wiley publishing
"The New Digital Photography Manual" by Philip Andrews - SevenOaks publishing
"The Photographer's Manual" by John Freeman - Hermes House publishing (mostly film)
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"The Complete Idiot's Guide to: Photography Like a Pro" by the editors of Pederson's Photographic Magazine and Mike Stensvold - Alpha publishing (film and digital)
"Digital Photography Bible, Desktop Edition" by Dan Simon - Wiley publishing
"Complete Digital Photography" by Ben Long - Charles River Media publishing
"50 Fast Digital Camera Techniques" by Kevin L. Moss - Wiley publishing
"The New Digital Photography Manual" by Philip Andrews - SevenOaks publishing
"The Photographer's Manual" by John Freeman - Hermes House publishing (mostly film)
by James DeRuvo (09/08/2007)
I'll go one step further. Take a class at a local JC. You'd be amazed how much your photography will improve with just one semester ...
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How can I play the movies through win media player instead of quicktime? (jerdejong — 08/27/2007)
Movies will only play if quicktime is installed. I want to view movies through win media player, which has sound but no video. Is there a certain codec I need to install?
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Ben Keough (08/31/2007)
Hi Jer,
According to Microsoft's own support docs ( support.microsoft.com/kb/31... ), WMP can play .mov files just fine, but only if they're Quicktime file version 2.0 or older. Your Kodak probably uses a newer version of the codec, which would be the problem here. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be a codec or plugin to allow WMP to play newer quicktime files.
These can be played in alternative all-in-one (and codec-free) players like VLC and GOM Player, but I gather you don't like having extra programs around, so this might not be the solution you're looking for.
Sorry!
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According to Microsoft's own support docs ( support.microsoft.com/kb/31... ), WMP can play .mov files just fine, but only if they're Quicktime file version 2.0 or older. Your Kodak probably uses a newer version of the codec, which would be the problem here. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be a codec or plugin to allow WMP to play newer quicktime files.
These can be played in alternative all-in-one (and codec-free) players like VLC and GOM Player, but I gather you don't like having extra programs around, so this might not be the solution you're looking for.
Sorry!
jerdejong (08/31/2007)
Thanks for the info.
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prasad (11/14/2007)
There are many convertors which converts mov files to divx and wmv. The quality is almost the same.
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rolexphil (05/23/2008)
Why can't Nikon record movies compatible with WMP? At least, with WMP, adjustments on contrast and brightness can be made. I really don't understand why an inferior software like Quicktime has to be the mode for Nikon. C'mon guys, I consider your Nikon cameras as the best! But PLEASE, use the best software support.
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Whats the use of the socket for power 3V? (prasad — 11/14/2007)
There is a socket on the left side of the camera which I guess is for connecting the adaptor. But what does it do? Does it charge the rechargeable batteries or is it used as a alternate power source for batteries?
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Matt (11/14/2007)
Basically, the input is a DC-in (3V), for the optional AC adapter, like you correctly guessed. It's use it only to extend battery life, not recharge the batteries. The AC adapter is good for when transferring pictures to your computer, when giving slideshows on your TV or when using it while your LCD is always on. So..... it's only an alternative to batteries.
Personally, it's kinda useless in this age of rechargable batteries. I'd rather just have an extra set of 2,500 mAh NiMH batteries... 2 sets and a charger is cheaper than this AC adapter.
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Personally, it's kinda useless in this age of rechargable batteries. I'd rather just have an extra set of 2,500 mAh NiMH batteries... 2 sets and a charger is cheaper than this AC adapter.
misplaced owner's manual (Rosanna717 — 11/17/2007)
need owner's manual for kodak Easy share c653
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Andrew Skinner (11/18/2007)
Rosanna,
There is an online manual ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ) at the Kodak website. Let me know if this works for you. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
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There is an online manual ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ) at the Kodak website. Let me know if this works for you. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
How do I pass the pictures to the computer using the supplied USB cable? (marceloskcr — 12/05/2007)
Can't find the mini USB port on the camera to plug in the supplied cable (mini USB and normal USB) to be able to connect it to the USB port on the computer to download the pictures on the camera and memory card. My problem is that I cannot find the connector to do so, once it is found, the transfer is no problem.
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Aditya D (12/06/2007)
I believe the port is found on the docking station that should be provided with the camera. The bottom of the camera sits upon the docking station and the mini-USB should be on the back of the docking station. I don't think there is a direct mini-USB connection on the camera itself. Hope this helps, if you have any other questions feel free to ask.
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marceloskcr (12/06/2007)
Thanks, I made the same question to Kodak technical support and here is the answer I received:
Greetings Marcelo,
Thank you for your recent visit to the Kodak Web site and question about
It depends on the model of the camera, usually its on the bottom side of
the camera, also you may check in the user guide.
We are glad to be of service and are here for you if you need us in the
future. If you do, please include any previous e-mail.
Thank you very much
Kodak tech support
I just found out with your answer and Kodak´s that the camera itself DOESN´T have the USB port built in.
Once again, thaks for your answer, I guess I´m going to have to buy the docking port.
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Greetings Marcelo,
Thank you for your recent visit to the Kodak Web site and question about
It depends on the model of the camera, usually its on the bottom side of
the camera, also you may check in the user guide.
We are glad to be of service and are here for you if you need us in the
future. If you do, please include any previous e-mail.
Thank you very much
Kodak tech support
I just found out with your answer and Kodak´s that the camera itself DOESN´T have the USB port built in.
Once again, thaks for your answer, I guess I´m going to have to buy the docking port.
Why would the memory card want to be formatted everytime you turn the camera back. This happens on every memory card. I am losing all of my pictures (cthorp — 02/15/2008)
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by James DeRuvo (02/15/2008)
It shouldn't. I'd try and reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into your setup menu and choosing "reset" (or intialize), holding down the menu key for 5 seconds, or, removing the batteries for a few minutes. It may be that the firmware loading got corrupted and the camera just needs to be "rebooted," which is something that turning it on/off won't accomplish. But after which, you should have the camera reset to factory default settings.
Another tip is to go to Kodak's website and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
Also, make sure you have fresh high capacity (mAh) batteries in it. Often undercharged or depleted batteries can easily affect camera performance.
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Another tip is to go to Kodak's website and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
Also, make sure you have fresh high capacity (mAh) batteries in it. Often undercharged or depleted batteries can easily affect camera performance.
my camera fell down and the LCD screen is cracked in the middle. (ooajomale — 09/27/2008)
The LCD is not showing my focussed objects and every other function is not working.Though it takes shots to my memory card but not sharp.
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Aditya D (09/30/2008)
You probably broke the autofocus when you dropped the camera. There really isn't anything you can do, besides replacing it, which will cost more than the camera is worth. I'd suggest getting a new camera.
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by James DeRuvo (10/01/2008)
I agree. I mean, you could send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
Now, you could try these guys ( darntoothysam.com/servlet/S... ). But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
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Now, you could try these guys ( darntoothysam.com/servlet/S... ). But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
what do i do when every alkaline non rechargable battery i put in it doesnt power it for more than 10seconds (fi6 — 01/21/2009)
each time i put my batteries it only powers it to d welcome note then goes off,this goes for every alkaline non rechargeable.
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by James DeRuvo (01/24/2009)
Kodak is really particular on battery power - chiefly, you want batteries with an mAh of at least 2500 to handle the high energy needs of your camera. And Kodak cameras in particular tend to work poorly with lower energy alks.
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Larry (04/05/2009)
Kodak does seem to set-up their cameras to be very picky about batteries. The NiMH battery recommended for this camera by Kodak has 2700mAh capacity. This camera will not work with regular AA alkaline batteries. It is calibrated for high capacity NiMH rechargeable batteries only.
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how to tr/fer pict. onto my computer I have usb cable (Ukkie — 02/26/2009)
I have a Kodak C653 dig.Camera. How do I transfer my pict. onto my computer, Dell C521 USB cable av.
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by James DeRuvo (02/26/2009)
Well, I'd recommend using a Card Reader and placing your memory card into it. Then all you need to do is insert the SD card (your PC will recognize it as another drive), and then simply drag and drop wherever you want. Or, you can simply connect the USB cable to the camera and then use something like Picasa 2 by Google ( picasa.com ) to transfer and organize your pictures. It's free.
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Well, I'd recommend using a Card Reader and placing your memory card into it. Then all you need to do is insert the SD card (your PC will recognize it as another drive), and then simply drag and drop wherever you want. Or, you can simply connect the USB cable to the camera and then use something like Picasa 2 by Google ( picasa.com ) to transfer and organize your pictures. It's free.
Larry (03/24/2009)
I'll second James on using a Card Reader instead of the USB cable direct hookup from camera to computer. We've heard too many horror stories and difficulties with direct USB hookups. The card readers are cheap at $10-20 (or less on sale) and combined with Picasa3 software free from Google your transfers will be smooth and trouble free. Plus Picasa3 will keep your pics organized, correct red eye, adjust exposures, crop images...... It is great (though not a professional level software like Photoshop) for routine use. Picasa3 has added a photo-stitch option which is useful since very few of the P&S cameras have wide angle lenses.
So buy the card reader, put the memory card in it and then plug it into the USB port. Download Picasa3 and when installed click on IMPORT button near the upper left hand corner and you are ready to go.
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So buy the card reader, put the memory card in it and then plug it into the USB port. Download Picasa3 and when installed click on IMPORT button near the upper left hand corner and you are ready to go.
I need to video tape a play. How long of a video can I make with a 2G card in this camera? (swttxgrl1128 — 05/05/2009)
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by James DeRuvo (05/07/2009)
The amount of video will vary depending on the compression the camera uses ballpark:
50 minutes of film at 640x480 resolution
100 minutes of film at 320x240 resolution
Source(s):
somethingtochew.blogspot.com
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50 minutes of film at 640x480 resolution
100 minutes of film at 320x240 resolution
Source(s):
somethingtochew.blogspot.com
Usb Cables (Rosanna DiPalma — 02/23/2010)
need to purchase USB cables to transfer picturers to computer
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by James DeRuvo (02/26/2010)
Cables4Less.com or Monocable.com is your best bet. Very affordable.
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How to change shutter speed (Diana — 03/17/2010)
is there any way you can control the shutter speed? can you even do that?
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Liam McCabe (03/17/2010)
No, unfortunately not. It's entirely automatic, sorry.
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chandrakant thakkar (05/09/2010)
my camera kodak c653 is fell down and the screen is damegd so what is thr charges for new lcd screen.
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by James DeRuvo (05/11/2010)
You'd have ask kodak. But with the avg repair about $180, it may cost more to repair than it's worth. Rule of thumb being I'd it costs morethan half what you paid originally, your better off buying a new camera.
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Is it mandatory to connect a Dock between the camera and the computer in order to transfer the photos to the computer from the camera ?
Oh by the way, did the camera come with a dock?
U just need to connect your cam to the computer using the USB cable and then switch it on (as if you were taking pictures). The computer will recognise it as a new hardware and the camera will appear (like an extra drive) in My Computer.
Then just copy the pictures from the cam onto your computer. Simple, hey? :)
To finish: switch your cam off, disconnect it from your computer and - voila, you have your pics on your computer! :)
Well - that's what I do anyway. :)
I disagree. When you connect the C653 to the computer using the USB cable and then switch it on computer will recognizes it. but does NOT load it up as an extra drive in My Computer. I wish it did, then I could get around EasyShare and use Picassa or something else!