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Kodak Zi8 Reviews

Camcorder - High Definition - widescreen - 5.0 Mpix - supported memory: SD, SDHC - flash card... More product details

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September, 2010

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Review summary for the Kodak Zi8

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 817 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the usability. The image quality also gets good ratings, but many are less positive about the zoom.

Experts rate this product 76/100 and users 78/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Kodak Zi8 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 99/100 = Excellent quality.

September, 2010

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Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (black)

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Video capture up to 1080p HD resolution ; image quality is quite good for a mini camcorder ; SD card slot ; removable, rechargeable battery ; bundled composite and HDMI cables ; strong low-light performance ; external mic jack ; electronic image ...

Bundled software isn't Mac compatible but necessary for smooth playback of 1080p video ; price doesn't include an optional memory card

With the Zi8, Kodak finally surpasses Flip Video's video quality and feature set.

We calculated that when you record video at the highest level (1080p), you...

July, 2009

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Kodak Zi8 Pocket HD Video Camera Review

By Bob Buskirk (thinkcomputers.org)Read the full review

High Definition (HD) video is all the rage right now. I don't think you can find a new digital camera these days does not record video in HD. With video being easier to capture and all of the video sharing sites out there pocket video cameras are ...

Easy to use ; Shoots in 1080p, 720p, and 720p at 60 fps ; External microphone jack

Not the greatest camera to use in low light

This pocket video camera is a great addition to the line of digital video cameras from Kodak. We already looked at the Zx1 and they do have the Zi6. The Zi8 adds the Full HD 1080p recording and some other things that many people would have wanted on ...

June, 2010

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good camera.Image quality not better than Flip Ultra HD"

By renatofuzz (cnet.com)Read the full review

I am filming using 720 p in both cameras for ...

Good battery life. faster recharging time. Mic input jack

slower focus

June, 2010

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Very good camera"

By dkncabelo (cnet.com)Read the full review

Videos in HD, very easy to use, battery go far

Stay a oil fingerprints on at. Microphone not stereo

June, 2010

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just OK for pointing and shooting, would not recommend"

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This is a NO-Buy! Buy something else if you w...

This camera is just of to just point and shoot some videos. Great picture, small, fits in your pocket, take anywhere

Camera shuts off prematurely. External mic default input level to low. Can't see the led viewfinder filming yourself . Camera has only playback mode when connected to HDMI cable cannot use an external monitor

June, 2010

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