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Kodak Pocket Zi8 Video Camera is quickly gaining steam on the best selling digital camera lists as the pocket video camera to buy for the summer of 2010, gaining steam on the very popular flip Ultra HD video camera.
One of the very first advantages the Zi8 has over the flip is a memory card slot that will accept a SD/SDHC memory card up to 32gb. Unlike the flip, you’re not locked into a limit to how many hours of high definition video you can record. With the Kodak Zi8 you are only limited by memory.
Of course memory expansion isnt’ the reason to buy the kodak video recorder – the main reason is due to the affordable price of under $140 and the fact that such a small compact video camera can create high definition video at 1080p wherever you may be.
Built in image stabilization means you won’t get jerky recording, but smooth video when you zoom in or pan your shots, and the built in 2.5 inch LCD display allows you to easily review and compose your videos with the use of this bright and easy to see display that’s quite readable even in bright sunshine.
Like the flip, you don’t have to worry about cables as there’s a built in swing out USB arm that allows yuou easily to connect the video recorder to your notebook or desktop computer to transfer your videos to your computer to share on facebook or youtube.
Still photography is another bonus with this small portable kodak video recorder that takes 5 megapixel 16:9 high definition still photographs as well as being able to shoot high definition video. This means the new kodak video recorder is both a still camera and high resolution video camera all in one small easy to use package.
Mac and PC compatibility mean you have easy and hassle free use, regardless whether you choose to use PC or Mac operating systems, and the Zi8 is also compatible with Apple iTunes allowing you to sync your videos to iPods, iPhones, or Apple TV as well as your desktop or notebook computer.
The smart face tracking technology in the Zi8 allows for the camera to track faces of your friends and family. This results in high definition videos of your family and friends that are sharp, in focus, and properly exposed which makes people you are close to shine in their best light.
Video without sound isn’t half as fun, so the good folks at Kodak have designed the Kodak Zi8 to include a stereo microphone built into this small digital video recorder, and you’ll be ready to share your high definition audio and video right out of the box with the included HDMI cable so you can view your HD videos on your big screen at home or office such as a plasma, LCD, or LED TV.
Lastly, this little Kodak looks great and is easy to fit into your pocket or purse – you’ll be ready to capture great memories with the Kodak Zi8.
The Kodak Zi8 has a suggested retail price of $179.99, but you can save $40 or more when you buy the Kodak Zi8 from Amazon, Ritz, B+H Photo and Adorama.
