Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Aqua) NEWEST MODEL

Best cheap Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Aqua) NEWEST MODEL


Product by Kodak
Product model Zi8 Aqua

I just got this from bestbuy (they gave me 50% off b/c the box had been opened but the camcorder never used - sick deal).

I was looking at all the pocket HD camcorders, and had decided the Kodak Zi8 was too expensive. Thank god I found this deal, because this thing is worth every damn penny, even paying the full retail price.

I'm in Colorado skiing right now, and took the Zi8 up on the mountain. I used picture mode, as well as the 720p 60fps (sport) mode for action ski videos. I haven't gotten home yet to upload to my computer, but the pictures and videos look pristine on the camcorder itself (which has a great quality and size screen). The 720p 60fps HD video didn't miss a thing. Flawlessly smooth with video quality so high that I can't even imagine what the 1080p would look like. I was holding it filming as I skied through dense trees, so it handled both fast action motion and low-light conditions. Basically, both the picture and video quality was great on the mountain, even when the visability and lighting was bad. I almost forgot, even the digital zoom was way better than I'd expect. This thing just blew me away.

I'll break down why this thing is by far the most superior pocket HD camcorder:
1. Quality. nothing can touch this thing in that department, unless you go up to bigger HD camcorders obviously.
2. Takes Pictures. I don't have a digital camera, so I wanted a pocket HD camcorder that takes good quality stills. The ever-so-popular Flip doesn't do stills, and the other ones that do don't do them well from what I hear.
3. Build/Design. Well constructed, sleek, very easy to use, beautiful large screen for reviewing your stills and videos. Having physical buttons instead of "touch" buttons is often overlooked. You always know what you're pressing, and you don't ever accidentally mess up your videos, because you don't have to worry about those annoying "touch" buttons.
4. accessories. comes with ALL the cords and TV cables you'd need (for HD and SD TVs), as well as a nice leather wrist-strap, which I loved b/c it made sure I didn't drop it into the snow.

Only criticisms (minor as they are):
1. a little big, but not bad. Kind of like the size of a Blackberry, maybe a tad bigger. Can't be greedy though, this thing films 1080p full HD, and 60fps 720p HD. It's tiny when you consider that fact.
2. software. CORRECTION: I initially said the Arcsoft MediaImpression software didn't run well, but it works fine. It's quite adequate, and from the reviews of other comparable devices, it seems superior.
3. price. It's pricey, but man is it worth it. Especially when the Flip is similarly priced.


This is my favorite gadget in awhile. The pros WAAAAY outweigh the cons (which are nearly non-existent). If you're looking for an HD pocket camcorder and want media and build quality, look no further. This is for you.

Feature Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera (Aqua) NEWEST MODEL

• Record High Definition video (1080p at 30 fps with 16:9 aspect ratio)
• Easily upload recorded footage to YouTube with built-in USB and software
• Expandable SD/SDHC card slot up to 32 GB; Rechargeable batteries and charger included
• Vibrant 2.5-inch viewfinder; Watch footage on HDTV with included cables
• Edit and share videos with included software

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