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Kodak Zi8 1080p Pocket HD Camcorder (Black) | 
| Brand: Kodak
Category: CE
List Price: CDN$ 189.95
Buy New: CDN$ 186.34
as of 9/6/2010 21:24 CDT details
You Save: CDN$ 3.61 (2%)
Seller: Amazon.ca
Rating:  25 reviews
Sales Rank: 696
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 6.3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 8 x 6 x 3
MPN: Zi8 Black
Model: 8796062
UPC: 683728210649
EAN: 0683728210649
ASIN: B002HOPUPC
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 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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Product Description
Take stunning full HD 1080p videos with this pocket video camera and get up to 10 hours of video or wide format photos in the 16:9 ratio that offer amazing results. It has 128mb of internal memory and offers expansion with an optional SDHC memory card slot and can take up to a 32 GB card. It has a built in swing out USB 2.0 arm for direct connection so you don`t have to bother with any cables. Has a 35mm f2.8 lens with macro focus that allows you get as close as 15cm away.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 It's a Kodak Moment August 24, 2010
Patrick J. Kugel
I have to admit, I am always sceptical about well, everything. A while back at a get-together, a friend with a portable camera captured lots of high quality video. I decided after seeing how well it worked to get one for myself.
I spent quite a while shopping around; I didn't want the most expensive camcorder, but did not want the cheapest either. I found this one for a good price on Amazon.ca. After scanning various forum reviews, etc., I picked it up.
This little device could not be easier to use. Without even reading the instructions I was fully using the device within minutes of pulling it off the charger. It easily handled the class-6 32gb SD card I put in, formatting it in seconds.
The camcorder lets the user select a variety of video sizes from 1080p down to still picture. Changing formats is a few button clicks, it's that simple. Shooting is one button on/off, and the video/audio quality is excellent, like all camcorders, moving causes jittering, but this one does a good job of minimizing it. For me the batteries lasted about 45 minutes each, with that in mind I would recommend getting a spare; I got mine through a partner deal Amazon had for 1 cent, can't beat that?!?
The device downloads to a computer via USB, with the software installing in seconds right off the device itself. Managing the video files is simple with the included software application and ran flawlessly on my Windows 7 box.
If you are looking for a simple quick camcorder that is no bigger that a cell phone, this is the way to go and I recommend it. I've used this camcorder in my shop videotaping our work, to capture gaming sessions with friends, on my Xbox 360 and for outdoor events all without any problems.
Of course, there has to be at least one complaint for a review to be legit? So here it is, I found three things wrong with the camcorder and in order from least to most bothersome.
1, it would have been nice if the device came with even a simple carrying case, it didn't! I picked up a small belt case for a camara and it fit perfectly.
2, the only video output format it supports is Apple video, (.MOV)? I honestly didn't know anyone still used that format? Seriously; MP3 and MP4 are the most common formats on the market today so why not at a minimum give the option of converting? Having to convert every video for distribution is a pain!
3, The USB connection is a pop-out plug on the bottom corner of the device. The location and style of plug just isn't convenient. My main system is a floor standing Windows 7 box with the USB jacks on the top. Plugging the camcorder into it means I have to hold the device with one hand to prevent the plug from disconnecting - it's a pain point! The USB connection should have been a cord instead like most other devices.
Overall, I give this camcorder a 4 out of 5 stars, a great little recorder for the price. It truly is, "A Kodak Moment!"
 Absolutely perfect! August 18, 2010
Veronique Drolet (Montreal)
I was looking for a small HD camcorder and my original thought was that I should get the Flip Ultra HD. However, after doing a lot of research online and watching video examples of the two cameras, I decided that the Kodak zi8 was a better choice.
The Kodak zi8 is great for any vlogger looking for small, compact and powerful camcorder. In your hands, it really feels like a Blackberry; it is very easy to carry along wherever you go. The video quality is fantastic and the included software makes the uploading to websites (YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo) really easy. In low light settings, the video quality is still very very impressive compared to the previous camera I had. The quality of the still pictures is really good too.
Do not forget to buy a SD card or two; I personally bought two Kingston 8 GB SDHC Class 4 Flash Memory Card SD4/8GB and it gives me enough data space for about 5 hours worth of video. I also bought a second High Capacity KLIC-7004 Digital Camera Replacement Lithium-Ion Battery Compatible with Kodak KLIC-7004, Fuji NP-50, Pentax D-LI68 so that I will not have to worry about battery power when I am traveling or something like that. I would also recommend purchasing a carrying case to protect your new favorite little toy.
Overall, this is a great purchase. I highly recommend it!
Kodak ZI8 August 3, 2010
R. Mongrain (Qc Canada)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Very nice product. beautiful picture. Would be even better if it have a better zoom.
Great video and pictures from this device!!! June 23, 2010
daniel madden (Montreal, Canada)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
First off, don't believe any of the negative reviews on this product. Some people simply do not read instructions and/or do not know how to work the unit or shoot steady video properly!. It shoots great video and takes great pictures....period!. I own a 60 inch hi-def T.V and the video shot on this pocket camcorder is great....even video shot in low light!!. Also, contrary to some other reviews, the Electronic Image Stabilizer works great, and is WAY ahead of other pocket camcorders in this regard!. Remember folks, when you take video with ANY recorder you must hold it VERY steady and pan across SLOWLY !!!. You have to use your imagination and think about what this video is going to look and feel like on a large screen!!!. Move slowly and steadily....always!.
Now that being said, I prefer the 780p/ 60fps mode on this unit because at 60 frames per second, the video is really smooth and very nice. I would only use the 1080/ 30fps mode if the thing you are recording is quite still.....like a stage show, landscape or something relatively stagnent. Also, contrary to what others have said, and I can't understand this, the built in mic on this unit is really very good. NO problems there. I recorded a music show my daughter did at school and the audio was great!.
Now on to the built in software included with the unit (ArcSoft Media Impression). The software works great and allows you to upload all the video and pictures onto your PC. Once that is done, you can reformat the SD card inside the camera, clear it and get all your memory back. I installed a 8GB SD card and got more than enough recording time for a single event (2hrs approx). You have to be somewhat computer literate to work the software as there is ZERO support from ArcSoft if you have any questions. You basically have to figure it out yourself sadly. Once the data is uploaded into ArcSoft from the camera, you can then view it on the pc or rip a DVD of the movie. One great feature included is the ability to rip a hi-def movie in Blu-ray codec on a blank dvd that only a Blu-ray player can read. This will give you a 1080 wide screen presentation that you can watch on your widescreen tv. One caution though, it takes HOURS to do this so once you start the process, walk away from your computer!!. You can also burn a regular resolution dvd but for whatever reason, the presentation has letterboxed bars on the top and bottom of the tv. I Could not for the life of me contact ArcSoft to find out why the dvd would not automatically be formatted for widescreen televisions since the camera recorded it that way but to no avail!!. Therefore, I always use the Blu-ray codec option. Viewing the video directly from the camera via the HDMI cable is also an option but it's infinetely better to store the data on disc or pc and free up the card. The cards are very expensive ($30.00 for an 8 gig card). It will cost you a lot of change to store your movies and pics on SD cards, believe me !!
This is all in all a great product and perfect for events and family vacations. It's compact, lite, and shoots great video and takes very nice pictures as well. Remember though....hold it steady and move slowly !!
 Average HD camera May 26, 2010
Jean-Pascal Jehu (Brampton, ON Canada)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Although the camera claims to support 1080p, the quality of the recordings at that resolution are unacceptable. Very blurry even outside. The processor in this camera is totally underpowered. The recommended resolution to use is 720p/60fps.
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