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Kodak PlaySport (Zx3) HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera (Black) NEWEST MODEL

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Sanyo VPC-FH1A Full HD Video and 8 MP Digital Photos (Black)

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Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (Raspberry)

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Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (Black)

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Flip Ultra Camcorder 2nd Generation, 120 Minutes (Pink)

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Canon BP-819 Lithium Ion Battery Pack for HF10, HF100 HF S & HF M Camcorders

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Flip MinoHD Camcorder 2nd Generation, 2 Hours (Brushed Metal)

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Kodak PlaySport (Zx3) HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera (Black) NEWEST MODEL

Heads up, adrenaline junkies. The KODAK PLAYSPORT has as much appetite for adventure as you do. And it’s not afraid to get wet. This audacious little camera can plunge up to 10 ft under water and capture the entire experience in full 1080p HD. And you don’t need to worry about blurry footage when things get a little shaky. With built-in image stabilization, the KODAK PLAYSPORT will stay steady as a rock. From the waves, to the slopes, to the mud-soaked trails, this baby was made for the extremes. Show them what you’re made ofin HD Take the plunge with the waterproof digital video camera capable of shooting up to 10 ft under water Go anywhere rugged design enables full 1080p HD video recording in just about any environment Start bragging with amazing 5 MP, 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures Make a colorful statement The KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera was designed with you in mind, right down to the colors it comes in. We took cues from the environment—from nature, to climate, to the adrenaline rush it provides—and transformed it into attention-grabbing colors that help you stand out from the crowd. Don’t let sun glare ruin your recording Simply use your camera settings to turn on the LCD Glare Shield feature LCD Glare Shield feature gives you two filters to choose from that help you see your subject on the display screen in reflective outdoor situations These filters are only applied to your display screen, not your footage, so everything you record will look as great as the moment you shot it Smooth, stable, and always able Get sharper videos and less blur thanks to built-in electronic image stabilization Accidents happen luckily the PLAYSPORT isn’t afraid of a little fall, it can take it Capture your friends in all their glory with smart face tracking technology See more details and accurate colors with incredible low-light perform

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Great value with only 1 con
I really like this camera!

The only problem I found is that the literature does not indicate an auto-shutdown of 3 minutes of idle use, in order to save battery life(?). I had originally bought this camera to mount (in an unreachable place) and a remote control to operate it. As the remote control cannot turn the camera on or off, once the camera shuts down after the 3 minutes without use, one has to MANUALLY turn it back on. This is a real draw back if you want to use it remotely.

Zx3 Practical HD for family
Prior to a Florida trip this year, I bought this already having an Zi8 so we would have video capabilities at the water parks, ocean. Very nice video quality outdoors in daylight is truly the HD quality I wanted. Should not expect that degree of quality indoors, in low light situations and will not likely find it even in more expensive camcorders. Picture quality is okay. I really have no use for the Zi8 as its more square design makes it a little less easily "pocketable" and square corners increase likelihood of damage in falls. Would not spend $1000 for a camcorder that might produce a marginally better quality.

Excellent camera for water sports
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R20IME4Y38UIAT I bought this camera to replace an older MiniDV camera. I wanted to have a low cost replacement that produces wide screen HD video and is suitable for water sports. Our family goes to the pool a lot. My son is on a swim team and the water proof part is a real benefit. I can make a movie of his swim meets, or dive for an underwater movie. Then he can see his performance and improve.

We also used the camera in outdoors swimming in a river. The still camera came in handy where no other camera can go. The quality of the video seems to be a bit below the FlipHD, however the materials are much better quality and the camera comes with all that's needed including HDMI cable. There is also a remote control for $10, which is really nice when you want to review the movies on the TV.

The format of the movies is MOV, which is a bit of a hassle. MPEG would've been better.

In low light the camera performs inconsistently, but meets my expectations. I bought the camera with an Amazon offer for a free 8GB memory card, so with that the price was comparable with Flips, but in addition you get water proof, 720p/60 frames video for faster action, cables, great kodak rechargeable battery high quality built unit, no cheap materials.

Great little camera
This is exactly what I wanted in a camera and for the right price. I didn't want another large bulky camera to carry around since I won't give up my Nikon D5000 and that goes everywhere. The Kodak camera is great for just the short videos of the kids I want, I am not filming an entire family vacation. Though I put an 8 GB memory card in the camera and it will take over 2 hours of video. I have never really used a video camera and having an image stabilizer was important to me so my shaky filming wouldn't make me sick, it works great.
The only two things I don't like so much - the battery life isn't that great so you have to be careful to make sure it is charged if there is something important to film. I plan on getting another to have on hand. The second thing is that filming close up isn't that easy cause you can't zoom out very far. But other than those two things I love this little video camera and the fact that I can take it around water is great since my Nikon isn't going anywhere near water.

GREAT HD VIDEO FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS (Flip HD Killer!)
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R32PTFSM7PEYF9 After spending several days researching HD cameras I decided on the Playsport and for the most part I was not disappointed. I won't bore you with a long review but rather point out what I found to be most important. I used this camera for a week in Orlando Florida at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Wet N Wild. I bought a neck lanyard and was good to go.
POSITIVES
1. Very Very light and Compact, fits in small pockets. A+
2. Very Very easy to use controls and buttons. A+
3. Video quality is amazing. I primarily used 780p 60 Frames Second setting A+
4. Purchased a 16 GB Card and was able to record up to 3 hours 780P video. Over 6 hours standard video A+
5. Software was easy to install and use.
6. Good still picture quality, face recognition, OK zoom, and image stabilization. A-
7. Comes with an HDMI cable!
8. WATERPROOF, although was having to constantly un-fog the lens A-
NEGATIVES
1. Average battery life. BUY AN EXTRA BATTERY! I ran out of battery after 6 hours in Universal Studios with only moderate use. C+
2. Low light video and still pictures are poor quality C+. (This is not a huge drawback because I planned to mainly use this outdoors)
3. Does not come with an SD card.

Flip MinoHD Camcorder 2nd Generation, 2 Hours (Brushed Metal)

With the all-new Flip MinoHD, it-Feets now even easier to capture incredible HD video and share it with the world. MinoHD features 120 minutes of record time, so you-Feetll never have to miss another minute. A super-slim, pocket-sized design means you can take your MinoHD with you everywhere you go. And a large, 2-Inch anti-glare display lets you enjoy your videos directly on your camcorder. Plus, MinoHD comes pre-loaded with FlipShare software, which makes it easy to organize, create and share your videos.

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A nice little camcorder
When our first daughter was born, we bought a nice coke-sized camcorder. At the time it seemed so small in comparison to the ones that our parents had when we were little that were the size of a briefcase.

But as we have traveled in the last three years to see grandparents and vacation, that camcorder has been left behind because we don't have room for it - it seems bulky with all of the other kid gear we have to bring with us.

Which is what I love about the flip. Its size. It is so compact that we can slip it into my purse or diaper bag and it hardly takes up any room.

I also love that it is so simple - it has just a few buttons so it is easy to operate - even my almost three year old can do it! And I love that when you plug it into your computer, the software just pops up and you are easily able to view or download the videos. I have also been really impressed with how long the battery lasts too - we shot dozens of videos before we had to charge it.

I don't think that it has the same quality as our other camcorder and I do not like that there is no way to cover the lens - I am always paranoid that I am going to scratch it - but I am glad we have it as an option.

Don't get scammed by this product
I got the Flip mino hd while on holiday as it was small and i thought easy to tote around.It barely lasted the holiday before the it stopped charging.and the wonderful "support" that they tout on their website?not at all helpful.you will get alot of "we apologise for the inconvenience" with NO help to you at all. I reluctantly give this product one star.This product doesn't even rate that.

Good but there is one (sorta random thing) you should know
Like the camera but if you want to burn videos to a dvd to specifically play in a dvd player you need the software to do (convert) it.
I was pretty disappointed that flip didn't include it - I think they should have provided something that would have covered that base. I don't think it is too much to ask.

Still an engineering marvel - and very handy
Flip created the "instant camcorder" concept. Despite being acquired by Cisco, Flip has continued to innovate. From the viewpoint of someone who appreciates technology and good engineering, the Flip MinoHD is impressive. In a very small package, you can get not quite two hours of good 720p HD video with pretty good audio.

The key thing is to remember that the Flip MinoHD is not a replacement for a full sized camcorder. It has many limitations that its much bigger brothers don't have, which I'll discuss later on.

For convenience the Flip MinoHD is hard to beat. Press one easy to access by intent (but difficult by accident) button to turn the unit on and another button, this time a big red one, to start recording. When that action breaks in front of you, whether it's your kid doing something cute or a demonstrator getting beat up, you're ready to go in an instant. Getting the Flop into action is a lot faster than the process you have to go through with some point and shoot cameras, cell phones, smartphones and even many camcorders.

The 2" TFT LCD viewfinder is adequate for the purpose and the unit is wonderfully small: just about 2 x 4 inches and weighing 4 ounces. The f2.4 lens is protected by a what appears to be a glass cover and the unit could be carried in a pocket, though a small case would be better. The viewfinder, by the way, is very usable in bright daylight.

The field of view I would estimate to be about the equivalent of a 35mm or perhaps slightly longer lens on a 35mm camera. For me, that is too narrow. I would personally prefer a wider field of view. Most of my video is shot from nearby, across a table and such. But I have yet to find a camera in this class with a wider lens. Minimum focus is 0.8 meters, about 2 feet 7 inches, which is good. The 2x digital zoom substantially degrade the image, which is true of all digital zooms.

The 720p out is absolutely outstanding and blow-you-away good. I output it through a mini-HDMI cable (not supplied with unit) and it literally took my breath away. Footage of a person shot under indoor lighting was well balanced in terms of color and sharp as a tack.

The unit turns on with a side switch which, as I said, is difficult to trigger by accident. A large red mechanical button starts and stops recording, while six capacitive buttons handle playback, delete, zoom, navigation and volume functions. The capacitive buttons are about average in terms of sensitivity.

Recorded audio using the "built-in wide-range stereo microphone" is surprisingly good. The built-in speaker is adequate for reviewing playback on the camera.

Charging is handled by a flip-up USB connector which is actuated by a slide switch on the side. Recharging with USB takes about 3 hours. I personally prefer to use a standard USB extension cable, so the unit is not hanging in mid-air from the built-in connector. Such a cable also allows you to use a standard 5v AC adapter. The battery will hold a full charge for several weeks.

When you first connect the Flip MinoHD to your computer, you have the option to download the FlipShare software from the camera to your computer. This applicartion provides you simple download capabilities, basic editing functions and the ability to share the video on major social networks. Like most such software, it is somewhat primitive, though usable.

The internal Lithium battery is allegedly capable of powering the camera for two hours. I'd strongly suggest that you plan on something more on the order of 90 minutes to avoid disappointment. Collecting that much video of an event is unusual, so 90 minutes or somewhat more is probably going to be enough.

In a world of point and shoot cameras, smartphones and small camcorders capable of HD video, does the Flip still have a place? Yes. As a single purpose tool, it is much faster to deploy than any of the alternatives, is smaller than most and produces outstandingly good video.

Does it have failings? Of course. Low-light performance, as you might - and should - expect is not very good. The digital zoom is smooth, but like all digital zoom effects, degrades the image. Other than those two factors, which would be common to any device like this, the Flip MinoHD is simply outstanding.

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Very nice, high quality, works/feels good.
This is an excellent product for what it is, and definitely could replace a larger/bulkier traditional cam-corder for many people.

I think perhaps it's greatest value would be as a first video camera for someone who is less tech-savvy and doesn't want to have to learn a lot of complicated video editing software in order to be able to do anything with the result.

Power users though will probably find this device redundant as they may already have comparable features and quality in video recording with a smartphone, etc. I can't see any reason to have one of these and an iPhone 4 or current Android-based phone for example.

But in terms of features, quality, ease of use, the Flip MinoHD is a very nice and satisfying little device that I've had a lot of fun playing with, and I can say that if this is the type of device you're looking for, then you won't be disappointed at all.

Sanyo VPC-FH1A Full HD Video and 8 MP Digital Photos (Black)

The Sanyo Xacti FH1 is truly the benchmark in high definition, offering 1920 x 1080 pixels, and 60 fields per second to record crystal clear and smooth motion for videos. This highly advanced dual camera not only offers the regular 1080i format, recording at 60 frames per second, but with the Sanyo proprietary CMOS engine, recording is possible in 1080p format - this means recording at a full 60 frames per second. With this higher frame rate capturing ability, videos look more professional, and offer smoother, higher quality images.

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Cheap, But Overheats
In theory this camcorder seems like a dream come true. Unfortunately in practice, it has one major fatal flaw - it overheats often and automatically shuts off. If you're intending to use this camcorder to record your child's hour-long recital or some other lengthy and continuous event, chances are it won't work. I tried running it continuously for an hour-long event and every ten to fifteen minutes it would overheat and shut off, then reboot and start recording again, totally ruining the footage I shot. It may be fine for shooting short clips in high definition, but I would not recommend this camcorder and actually regret the purchase.

Excellent camcorder
I have used this camcorder for several weeks and it has performed very well.
I am very satisfied with it. The only negative thing is the image stabilization
is not very good when zooming in very close to something that is far away. But that
is easy to fix, just don't zoom in so much.

Great value for true HD
My experience with this camera is in sync with Mr. Courtney's--"tends to have a lot of focus problems" is true, but so is "All things considered, this is a fine product." I have no problem with the zoom, and I love the 1080p 60fps. You can spend 3x on a camera with that resolution and perhaps the auto-focus will work better, but I'm not certain. I'll add that the USB interface is smooth and simple on Windows Vista, and I can highly recommend Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 10 Suite.

The camera is tiny and light. People have criticized the lack of an integral lens cap, but they give you a cap and a string to tie it to the camera. I love that the screen is not touch-sensitive (I hate that in a camcorder). The controls are very intuitive. From simple buttons on the back, you can RECORD video, take a PICTURE, PLAY back your clips, or see the MENU. The SET button is a joystick for navigating the menus and you push it to select--it works like the little red button mouse on IBM laptops.

One thing to mention, in case it isn't clear: It offers a manual focus option, but you need to set it, using the menu tree, before filming. You can't be filming, notice that the auto-focus isn't keeping up, and switch to manual focus and dial in the focus you want. I wish it had a mic in or at least a headphones out, too, but not at this price, I guess. I'm a big fan of this camera for the price, but it needs a few features to earn a 5-star rating.

This Camcorder Rocks
WE purchased the Sanyo VPC-FH1A. We originally purchased it so we could connect the camera to our Apple computers at home. We had already purchased a more expensive JVC from our local Fry's retail store. However after getting it home we found out it would not work with the Mac.

Since we were leaving in a couple of days for a trip to Yosemite we needed something quick. The price was low and it seemed to have a long list of features. I can tell you that after using it for 2 weeks in all sorts of conditions including very low light, the camera is outstanding. The image quality is simply incredible and so is the ease of use. Just set it for auto everything and hit record.

I can not say enough good things about this product or the Amazon service. The camera arrived as promised and in perfect condition!

Great camera/videocam
So far we have loved this video camera. My son is very into making videos and broke the sony minidv camera we had. This one is a great replacement and really speeds up the video import process. We are a Mac family and the native import feature to iMovie is great.

Flip Ultra Camcorder 2nd Generation, 120 Minutes (Yellow)

It’s the Camcorder, UncomplicatedThe Flip Ultra camcorder makes it easier than ever to shoot and share video. Ultra features Flip Video’s signature shoot-and-share simplicity: just power on and press record to start capturing high-quality video in seconds. Ultra-Spontaneous, Ultra-FunWith 120 minutes of record time, you’ll never miss another minute again. And because it’s super-portable, Ultra lets you capture spontaneous video anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s a busy evening at your kids’ soccer match; a weekend camping trip; or simply an unplanned, everyday event, your Ultra will let you capture the moment. So you never have to say, "You should have been there." Incredible QualityWhile it may be small, Flip Ultra packs a big punch. Ultra produces video that rivals that of far more expensive camcorders. Its 4 GB of built-in memory lets you capture 120 minutes of crystal-clear video, even in low-light situations. Premier AAC audio compression means your videos will sound crisper than ever, too. The included connector cable makes it incredibly easy to watch your videos on your TV. Pre-Installed FlipShare SoftwareUltra comes equipped with FlipShare, Flip Video’s video-sharing solution. FlipShare launches instantly the first time you connect to your computer. Featuring an intuitive drag-and-drop interface that’s as easy to use as the camcorder itself, FlipShare lets you: Save and Organize: Watch your videos on your computer whenever you want, and create your own folders to organize your videos, or simply use the automatic date-stamp system.Publish Online: Upload your videos instantly to YouTube, MySpace, and many other websites, all with the click of a button. It’s never been this easy to share your videos online!Email Videos: Send your videos privately, and select from a wide assortment of included greeting cards to personalize your me

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Great Buy!!!
This Flip Ultra camcorder is one of the best purchases I have ever made. Amazon is a GREAT resource, and this particular seller lived up to everything they advertised (which is a rarity these days)! Great product - great resource (Amazon), and great seller. Both thumbs up!!!

The item ordered has not arrived July 30, 2010
I am somewhat frustrated and upset to be sent review notices and the item never arrived. Emails have been sent to the retailer to no avail. I would like to know what happened? Is there someway of tracking the item? It is lost, stolen, or being shipped via the Panama Canal?

Flip Video
Flip Ultra Camcorder, 2nd Generation 120 minutes is easy to use, one page of instructions,that's all. Very small and lightweight. The video clarity and brightness is good. I have not transfered to the computer or TV yet so can't give an opinion on that aspect. Chose this model as I was not sure of my computer or TV capability. I also like it because it uses AA batteries, nothing fancy to charge, When batteries are dead,just change. Also it is a little thicker than the Mineo, so I felt there would more stability when holding it. That's what I like, ON- PLAY-OFF.

camcorder
I purchased two camcorders. One for myself and one as a gift. Love them. A good buy and a good camcorder. Easy to use even a 6 year old could operate it.

fantastic flip
This product is very compact and easy to use. My husband intends to use it while flying his ultralight and we think it will work wonderfully. Can't wait to see the results. Our granddaughters love to take video with it. Definitely a good purchase.

Canon BP-819 Lithium Ion Battery Pack for HF10, HF100 HF S & HF M Camcorders

Take advantage of uninterrupted power with the BP-819 power pack. Times vary depending on camcorder.

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awesome battery
this one allows i think around 170 minutes of recording, so using it along with the stock battery, i can records up to 4 hours of video! this is great!

All day usage on full charge
This battery lasted all day and half the night filming Disneyland using my Canon Vixia HFS100 HD camcorder. The battery that came with my camcorder last only about 60 minutes so it's OK for a backup to this all day plus battery. I'm pleased that once fully charged the battery will be ready when you need it.

A necessity for a Canon HD video camera
Got to have this battery - it's my primary battery, although it does stick out pretty far from the back of the camera, and isn't the same pretty grey/taupe as the camera. But it works, and lasts a long time. Recharges quickly, too. Expensive, but worth it if you're going to be shooting anywhere for more than an hour or so. The OEM battery really doesn't get it done for long.

An excellent replacement for the included battery
I own a Canon Vixia HFS10 and I always buy a backup battery for any camera that I own. I have been a serious still photographer for over 30 years and I have learned the hard way that to be without battery power is the same as being without a camera. This is even more true with todays power-hungry digital cameras.

The basic battery that comes with the camera is O-K, but in my experience it lasts only a little over a hour, hardly enough for a day's shooting. When I started to look for a back-up battery I thought about buying the BP-827 but they were on backorder when I wanted one and were fairly expensive at the time (they are more reasonably priced now). In retrospect I am glad that I purchased this battery for the following reasons:

* It is small enough to use as your regular battery without it sticking out as much as the larger BP-827

* It is reasonably priced so when you need to replace it you aren't set back as much as if you bought the 827

* It provides an honest 2 hours of shooting time, which, combined with the standard battery, gives me three hours

I now use this battery as my main power source and use the standard battery as a back-up. I will probably buy another one as an additional back-up. I am very happy with this product.

Regarding battery physical size on an HF S100 . . .
This battery fits very nicely on the Vixia HF S100. Keeping the overall size of the camera/battery combo was important to me since I already decided to accept a larger camera size (for the larger lens and sensor).

I had a hard time deciding between this and the BP-827. I first got an 827, but when it was clear the 827 was going to stick out the back of this camcorder nearly 2 cm and make it harder to access the record button with my thumb, I decided to go with the BP-819 instead. The HF S100 stock battery, the BP-807, measures 35 mm front to back. The 819 measures 39 mm front to back. And the 827 measures 55 mm. This battery sticks out only 4 mm farther than the stock battery, which is recessed by 2-3 mm from the back of the camera to begin with. Therefore this battery only protrudes a couple of mm, and actually protrudes less than the camera's record button and mode selection knob. The overall physical size of the camera/819 combo is not noticeably enlarged relative to the stock battery, and the 819 looks like it "belongs" on the camera.

If the physical size of the camera/battery combo is important to you, I would suggest the 819 over the 827.

Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (Black)

Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera Black

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Love this!!!
I purchased this camera because I am a coach and wanted to be able to film my team performing and easily share the video. I love it for that and it is so amazing.

The only thing I hate about this product is it doesn't come with an actual manual. You have to download it. Everything else is perfect. Can't wait to use it all season. Used it at camp and loved it.

couldn"t be easier
I purchased this camera to video a wedding - easy, easy, easy!!! It took about 10 minutes to figure out, record a test video and voila!!! played on the TV. The picture quality in both video and still camera format was great. The download of the "viewing" software took a bit longer - not very non-geek friendly, but I managed it on the 2nd go round. I would recommend this product to anyone wanting a simple, easy to use and understand video camera that it a hair bigger than my blackberry - I should have gotten a different color because I tried to answer the camera when my phone rang. By the way, the price was $50 less than the same model at Best Buys.

great for the electronically challenged
My husand purchased a camcorder last year and threw out the manual since he just figures these things out. I would have had trouble even with the manual but now I was totally stumped.

I kept reading reviews on the point and shoot camcorders and finally tried the Zi8. It was irrisistable at the price on Amazon. Even I could figure out some things withot the book. SIMPLE controls and buttons. To comprehend this you shold know I really am a moron when it comes to gadgets. I took it to church and recorded a skit for practice. My husband snatched it to put on the computer and was amazed at the quality, especially since it was my first time holding and following movement with a camcorder. Then he said he couldn't believe it had CMOS (huhh??) at that price. He spun it on a Cd and the pastor said it was good enough to put on the internet.

Soon he borrowed it and the battery lasted over 70 minutes of steady shooting at a seminar, although it already had some time on it.
Now he borrows it frequently and I would bet we will own another one soon.

Won't Find A Better HD Camcorder For This Price!!!
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1Q0WSX7Q6U7P5 I've had my Kodak Zi8 for a little over a week now. I am simply amazed at the video quality for such a cheap camcorder. This is my first HD camcorder (except for my T1i DSLR). I searched around for reviews on which pocket HD camcorder to get for a good 3 weeks until I finally decided on the Zi8.

I finally decided on the Zi8 for a couple of reasons.

1. External mic opportunity
2. The ability to use my own memory cards (up to 32gb)
3. I thought the picture quality was better than that of the comparable Flip models when watching over 100 different videos

The results I have got so far are absolutely wonderful in my opinion. There are a couple of things I suggest you steer clear of.

1. Low light. This isn't a $5,000 camcorder. Like most other "cheaper" camcorders the Zi8 does not like low light at all. It's best to be outdoors or in a well lit room.
2. Don't zoom. The Zi8 only has digital zoom. It does not have optical zoom. When you use the digital zoom you can most definitely notice the picture degrading.

There are some things I don't like about the Zi8 or wish it had. For one, the lens is always exposed. This can cause dust, smudge, fingerprints, etc. to get on the lens. If you watch the video I posted you will notice a smudge in the upper right hand corner of the video when the bonfire is going. Since the camera is so portable and easily gets put into your pocket, it's quite easy for it to get dirty. I don't want to carry around a camcorder bag as the whole purpose of getting such a small camcorder was it's portability. With that in mind, I did buy a small neoprene carrying case for it, but it's a little bulky in my pocket now. I just wish there would have been some kind of lens eye that would open and close when in use or not in use.

I haven't been able to get the software that is preloaded on the Zi8 to install on my PC. I am running Vista 64-Bit and meet all the requirements listed. Since I already had video editing software loaded on my PC I didn't care too much about it not working. Although from reading other reviews, apparently the software on the Zi8 is absolutely worthless anyway. I would suggest purchasing your own video editing software.

As far as the layout of the Zi8. It's extremely easy to use and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out how to change the settings. There's really nothing you need to know to make it work better or more efficiently. I pretty much left everything the same as far as the settings. It has the option for "face detection" and "image stabilization" neither of which I believe work that well. There is really no need for these to be on but it doesn't really change anything if you turn them off.

Choosing which setting for video is a matter of personal preference. I tinkered around with each and decided to leave it on 720p @ 60/fps. This, in my opinion, gives the smoothest video at the best quality. The 1080p option would be OK if you had the camera mounted on a tripod and were using it for a presentation of some sorts or recording something that didn't have a lot of movement. The 720p 30/fps wasn't too bad. You can notice the video and/or panning isn't quite as smooth. This is why, like stated before, I always keep mine set at 720p 60/fps. The video quality is awesome and when panning, either with a tripod or handheld, it looks smoother than the others. You can see examples of this in the video.

The sound on the Zi8 is very sub-par. This is to be expected for a cheaper camcorder. I definitely wasn't expecting great sound recording from the Zi8. It only has mono capabilities, BUT, you can plug in an external mic. I purchased a Sony ECM-DS70p off eBay for around $4. This exact mic sells for around $40-$50 on Amazon. I have yet to test out the mic outside, but inside the sound is vastly improved.

Overall, I am extremely happy with the Kodak Zi8. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a well priced HD pocket camcorder. You really can't go wrong with it. Just keep a steady hand and you'll have great results.

Kodak Zi8 vs. Flip MinoHD
I have both the Kodak Zi8 and Flip MinoHD at work. When buying one for home use, I chose the Kodak Zi8. The image quality is much better. I like the microphone jack on the Kodak as neither of these cameras have great microphones. Image stabilization is better on the Kodak if the zoom is not used. On both cameras, a steady handheld image is nearly impossible when using the zoom. I like the included editing software too.

This is such a good product, the shortcomings are really disappointing. To keep the cost down, the Kodak comes with almost no memory. When adding in the cost of buying a memory card, this is a more expensive camera than the Flip. I wish this recorded mp4 instead of Quicktime. The base of the camera is rounded, precluding the possibility of setting this camera on a table while recording - which can be done with the Flip. If you have a laptop with a USB port exactly where the one in the Kodak instructions indicates, then the USB connection on this camera is convenient. Otherwise...I have to prop up my computer, turn my camera upside down, and use other objects to hold the camera in the awaward position needed to connect this camera to my computer. Wish the editing software included some free stock music like the Flip software has. Many of these design flaws seem so obvious, I am hoping Kodak will fix them on a newer model soon. Despite knowing these flaws, I still bought this over the Flip MinoHD.

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