Toshiba Camileo S30

272 reviews

May, 2013

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Battery (11)
Design (9)
Connectivity (4)
Resolution (4)
Build quality (3)

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Features (2)

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alaTest has collected and analysed 272 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the resolution and connectivity are overall positive. The design and zoom also get good ratings. Some have doubts about the features.

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We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Toshiba Camileo S30 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Libby Plummer (pocket-lint.com)

Toshiba Camileo S30 review

The range of pocket camcorders available seems to be growing by the day and there are now plenty of options on offer. Toshiba recently expanded its range with the introduction of the Camileo S30 and P20 which both sport slimline, pocket-friendly...

Great design, easy to use, lots of recording and photo options, fold-out screen

Video/image quality isn't great, convoluted menu navigation, a bit pricey

Sports a nice design, but rival models offer better image quality at lower prices

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by: James Morris (trustedreviews.com)

Toshiba Camileo S30

Can Toshiba give pocket Internet camcorders something to think about?

More features than pocket Internet camcorders ; 3in touchscreen ; Full HD resolution

Low light performance not as good as pocket Internet models ; Digital zoom only

In the past, Toshiba's camcorders haven't been able to give the premium models from mainstream manufacturers anything to worry about, and the Camileo S30 does nothing to change that. However, at around £120 from some vendors, and with decent if not...

Apr, 2011

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Expert review by: (fwd.five.tv)

Toshiba Camileo S30

The Toshiba Camileo S30 is a full HD camcorder with a diminutive form. At 59mm x 106mm x 19mm (W/H/D), the S30 is about the size of a large box of matches. It breaks away from the traditional camcorder shape, as it more resembles a phone camera than a...

In this fast moving world, we don’t always have time to setup a tripod, load a heavy video camera, adjust ISO and white balance – sometimes you just want to video things

Comparative to its price, there really aren’t that many things wrong with the Toshiba Camileo S30, however there are a few considerations you should make before buying. The zoom is digital only, as is the image stabilization – so if you intend on use...

The S30 isn’t the most feature packed camcorder you are going to find, but it is one of the smallest full HD camcorders on the market. We loved the ease of use and portability of this device. The build quality is good and for normal un-zoomed recording...

Apr, 2011

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Expert review by: Gerrit Vermeulen (mybroadband.co.za)

Toshiba Camileo S30 camcorder

The Toshiba Camileo S30 is a full HD camcorder. We take it for a spin to see if it's picture perfect.

At the end of the day, the Toshiba Camileo S30 is a good device and at its recommended retail price of R1,499 it borders on excellent.

Feb, 2011

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Consumer review by: (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon review summary for the Toshiba Camileo S30

alaTest has collected and analysed 63 user reviews of the Toshiba Camileo S30 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk.

usability, portability, value for money, battery, design

41% of reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Jezzy (amazon.co.uk)

Good, for the money.

HD resolution is very good, playback on 50" 1080p Plasma is excellent for the money. Stills are of good quality too. Very compact and easy to use and battery lasts longer than expected. No issues at all. For £85 it's a bargain.

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review by: Jo Hewitt (amazon.co.uk)

Buy the S20 instead

I bought 4 of these for a work project. Every single one had to be returned after completely failing. They crashed at the point of saving the video footage (after only 3 or 4 uses) which meant I lost that footage and eventually didn't even turn back on...

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review by: SkaterPro (amazon.co.uk)

Camelio Camera

FANTASTIC piece of equipment been using it to film rollerblading videos perfect condition and just simple to use. i recommend any one to buy this item!

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review by: Rumna (amazon.co.uk)

Video camcorder

This is not worth the money very poor quality in every sense I have only given it one star for its size , better to put a bit more money in and buy something more powerfull although I have to add amazon provided a great before and after sale service...

Jul, 2012

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Consumer review by: DANTE (amazon.co.uk)

DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA!!!

21 July 2012 This camera was a gift from my children for father's day but after 3 uses it turned off and wont turn on or even charge, it's dead in the water. Without being able to locate the receipt and most people who own one are having the same...

Jul, 2012

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