I’ve been on the search for a cheap, very portable, decent quality video camera. You know that old saying, “the best camera you have, is the one you have with you”. That could not be more true in my case. With a new baby, and producing lots of online videos, having a camera that can capture that perfect moment that I can quickly turn around and post online and not be embarrassed by how the picture looks is key for me.
Until now, for the most part, the “flip cam market” of cameras has been a bit underwhelming, they’ve just mostly been “ok” but lacked some very nice features.
Kodak’s trying to answer those missing features with their new Kodak Zi8 and it’s 1080p resolution, HDMI output, Mic in jack, and face detection support.
On top of 1080p (at 29.97 frames per second), it also offers a 720p resolution mode, with 60 frames per second which looks kinda amazing.
I cover all the details in my video review:
Some of the other features that I really dig about this camera include:
- 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
- 10 hours of HD video (Record ~20 min per 1 GB at 720p HD at 30 fps) with the expandable SD/SDHC Card slot that can hold up to 32 GB
What’s in the Box:
- Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera
- KLIC-7004 Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery
- Adapter and cable for battery charging
- HDMI and AV cables
- Wrist strap
- User’s Guide
- ArcSoft MediaImpression Software for Kodak (on-camera)
It’s a great little unit that I am really impressed with! I plan to pair it with my shotgun mic, and mount the mic and camera in a handy flash bracket with a hand grip.
If you decided to pull the trigger and pick up the Kodak Zi8 and want to go through Amazon, you can grab it here with my affiliate link!
