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Kodak's latest pocket digital video camera, the Zi8, is an object lesson in why an impressive spec sheet does not necessarily make a good product. At first glance, the Zi8 answers all the criticisms we had of the Kodak Zi6. It has basic stabilisation...
Basic stabilisation, Decent low-light performance...
Audio/video could improve, Need to buy an SD card...
Not as cheap as a Flip, nor as good as a proper DV camera, but has its merits...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:16
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Careful with Macro Mode The Zi8 has a switch allowing you to toggle between landscape mode and macro mode. The latter can keep your subject sharp if you're any closer than 15 cm, but things get blurry if you move any further back. Be careful though, a...
1080p Full HD video, Mic input, Macro mode, Large 2.5" screen, HDMI cable included...
Poor sensitivity, Narrow 61 mm lens, No headphone jack...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:05
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Kodak's considerable overhaul of its pocket camcorder range has produced a market leader with 1080p HD recording, image stabilisation, face detection and a swift and comfortable method of uploading to social websites or playing out directly to HD TV...
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Product Code: 1402437 The Kodak Zi8 high-definition pocket camcorder is the superpowered follow-up to the company's cult-favourite Kodak Zi6 model. The Kodak Zi8 is also the most full-featured pocket-size camcorder we've seen, thanks to three unique...
If the best-quality footage and shooting options galore are your main needs in an HD pocket camcorder, the Kodak Zi8 gets a glowing recommendation. However, we did experience some key usability issues, even if its video quality blows the competition o...
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wired.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:39
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It may have taken a few tries, but Kodak's line of pocket handicams has now officially blown Pure Digital's wildy-popular Flip series out of the water. Inside and out, the Zi8 is brimming with upgrades (including 1080p) and little touches (such as a pr...
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The follow-up to the Kodak Zi6, the new Kodak Zi8 pocket camcorder from Kodak brings with it 1080p video resolution and a host of new features, but should you be rushing out to get one? We took it out and about to find out. Yes we know, chances are you...
Fixed focus lens, 1080p support, easy to getting recording, HDMI socket...
Controls fiddly, image stablisation didn’t seem to work, large, internal mic is awful outside...
On the whole the pro’s do outweigh the cons, but you need to be aware of those cons before parting with your cash to avoid being disappointed...
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NOTE: This product has not yet been released in Australia. All prices in review are in US currency, when Australian pricing is released we will update accordingly Kodaks Zi8 high-definition pocket camcorder (US$180 as of 9/14/2009) is the superpowered follow-up to the companys cult-favorite Zi6 model. Its also the most full-featured pocket-size camcorder weve seen, thanks to three unique features: the ability to record 1080p full-HD video, digital image stabilization, and a microphone-in ja...
Sharp 1080p video and shooting options, can use earbuds as external mic...
Controls are slow to respond, buggy, jumpy 4x digital zoom...
The full-featured Zi8 captures the best HD pocket-camcorder footage we’ve seen, plus it has shooting options galore. Tere are some interface and key usability issues and digital zoom often get in the way...
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The popular Flip camcorder might have been the device that brought pocket-sized point ‘n' shoot video cameras into the limelight, but it's now facing some stiff competition from the Zi8, a snappy little HD recorder from Kodak which, if it could speak...
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cgena.com Updated:
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Looks like Kodak wants to be taken more seriously when it comes to their line of affordable portable digital camcorders. Just recently the debuted in the market promising better still image and video capture quality. We were not that impressed with t...
The Kodak Zi8 is a step up from the Zx1. Although we are not really into its design, the image and video quality has improved. We felt Kodak’s effort in making the Zi8 more than just a YouTube cam for amateurs. There is, however, a problem with the pro...
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If we are to look back within the past five years and pick one technology that has changed drastically before our very eyes in regards of where it once was and where it now sits, how far the technology has advanced in a short period of time, and even in t...
The Kodak Zi8 is without a doubt one heck of a pocket HD camcorder and I doubt there is anything remotely similar that can outperform it at it's under $200 price range. This is without a doubt Editor's Choice material despite little shortcomings. Bes...
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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 r...
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 th...
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Both of these affordable cameras hit the market with a solid splash and will satisfy buyers looking for cheap and portable solutions. The Flip is ideal for amateurs and college students on a budget. The Zi8 is exceptional for those...
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Looks like Kodak wants to be taken more seriously when it comes to their line of affordable portable digital camcorders. Just recently the debuted in the market promising better still image and video capture quality. We were not that impressed with t...
The Kodak Zi8 is a step up from the Zx1. Although we are not really into its design, the image and video quality has improved. We felt Kodak’s effort in making the Zi8 more than just a YouTube cam for amateurs. There is, however, a problem with the pro...
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The Kodak Zi8 is a pocket video camera that is capable of recording videos in FullHD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 FPS. It has image stabilization feature built-in and also a dedicated macro mode that lets you record videos from a close di...
Full 1080p recording at 30FPS, really good video recording quality, easy to use, composite and HDMI TV-Out, dedicated macro mode, good display quality...
Large and bulky design, short USB cable, very narrow field of vision in 1080p mode...
The Kodak Zi8 is priced at Rs. 9,990. For a FullHD camcorder that can be carried in your pocket, the price is not bad at all. In comparison the Creative Zen Vado HD costs much more and it does not even record videos in 1080p resolution.The video qualit...
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maximumpc.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:25:48
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The power-users' pocket cam If you’ve been eying Flip Video’s popular MinoHD (reviewed March 2009) but have been put off by the simple-enough-for-simpletons approach, Kodak’s Zi-8 is the pocket cam you’ve been waiting for. Think of Kodak’s feature-rich...
Replaceable battery, 1080p, included cables and charger, and SDHC support make the Zi8 king.
Slightly bulky; audio is not sensitive; UI is slightly confusing.
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Choices are limited for those who are looking for pocket camcorders that shoot HD videos. But the latest from Kodak, the Zi8 is just what the market needs with its top of the line offerings. With so many features at an affordable price point, there is...
Full HD 1080p recording, Simple to operate, Macro mode, Well saturated colors, HDMI connectivity...
No memory card bundled, Glossy finish attracts fingerprints, Rather ineffective Image Stabilization...
A snappy pocket camcorder loaded with handful of features to let you shoot good looking full HD video...
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camcorderinfo.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:02
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The Kodak Zi8 ($199 MSRP) is an ultracompact camcorder with some impressive specs: Full 1920 x 1080 HD recording, a 5 megapixel still image capability, and a 3.5mm external microphone jack. Even with these strong specs, however, we found the camcorder...
The Zi8 ($199 MSRP) definitely represents an improvement for Kodak, but the camcorder was a disappointment overall. Even with its larger sensor, increased pixel count, and Full HD video recording, the Zi8 managed a lackluster performance in most of ou...
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Pocket camcorders are slowly beginning to find their share of space amongst flip camcorders. They are affordable, sleek and unlike flip camcorders can be easily pocketed. That’s not the only positive aspect about them. Rather than being hard drive base...
Expandable memory, Full HD recording, Compact design, Vibrant screen...
Grain sized buttons, Low image details, Night videos are a little under-exposed...
Towards the side you will find the power button and a memory expansion slot that supports a whopping 32 GB. Sadly the people at Kodak don’t feel the importance of throwing in a memory card which is an added expense since the camcorder can just squee...
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Although our first mini HD camcorder rodeo roundup crowned Cisco’s Flip UltraHD the reigning king of mini HD camcorders, six months can make a world of difference. Kodak’s new Zi8 bucks the leader by addressing many of its predecessor’s shortcomings, w...
True 1080p video resolution, Superior image quality, Electronic image stabilization (EIS), External microphone input, Accepts inexpensive SD cards up to 32GB, Easy to use, Flexible built-in USB arm...
Larger than competitors, EIS can't smooth all jitters, Lukewarm ArcSoft software package...
Full 1080p resolution, image stabilization and extras like an external microphone jack make Kodak’s Zi8 the most potent mini HD camcorder available today...
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gamertell.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:33
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The Kodak Zi8 is an impressive solution for someone who wants to capture priceless memories and goofy moments without busting their holiday budget. Consumers can spend less than $200 on this pocket HD camcorder and capture 1080p HD footage that’s proba...
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The popular Flip camcorder might have been the device that brought pocket-sized point ‘n' shoot video cameras into the limelight, but it's now facing some stiff competition from the Zi8, a snappy little HD recorder from Kodak which, if it could speak...
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g4tv.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:44
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Video Review: The new Kodak Zi8 is the first in the line of Gadget Pr0n reviews on pocket cameras. Find out from Chris Hardwick and Felicia Day if this super thin camera that records 1080p video with built-in image stabilization and face detection is w...
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maclife.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:51
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If you flipped over the Flip pocket-size video cameras, there’s a new contender worth your attention. Kodak’s Zi8 replaces the Zi6, bringing full HD 1080p capabilities to a small, well-designed package that fits in your pocket but does more than its co...
Uses removable SDHC memory cards. Removable, rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. Four shooting modes. 1080p top resolution. Image stabilization. External microphone jack. Includes composite and HDMI cables.
Bundled software isn't Mac compatible. Some video noise. Digital zoom only.
The Zi8 offers convenient flexibility and produces good-looking HD videos in an affordable package no bigger than a typical point-and-shoot. It definitely gives the Flip MinoHD (4 stars, Mar/09) a run for its money.Zi8...
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pcworld.com_techhive.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:26:55
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Kodak's Zi8 high-definition pocket camcorder ($180 as of 9/14/2009) is the superpowered follow-up to the company's cult-favorite Zi6 model. It's also the most full-featured pocket-size camcorder we've seen, thanks to three unique features: the ability...
Sharp 1080p video and shooting options, Can use earbuds as external mic...
Buggy, jumpy 4X digital zoom, Controls are slow to respond...
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Kodak\'s Zi8 is a pocket High-Definition video camera for the consumer on a budget. It offers record resolutions of 1080p, 720p @ 30 or 60 fps, or WVGA (848x480), a built-in mono microphone with input for a stereo mic...
Kodak's Zi8 is the big brother to the ZX1 that we reviewed earlier in the year, and has been equipped to compete with the new Flip Ultra HD. This pocket sized HD video camera allows for the capture of video at resolutions of 1920x1080 @ 30fps, 1280x72...
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gadgetell.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:20
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The Kodak Zi8 is a pocket camcorder capable of shooting 1080p video for under $200. What’s in the box? Kodak Zi8 camera Rechargeable battery USB charger, charging cable HDMI cable Composite video cable ArcSoft MediaImpression Software The GoodThe Koda...
At $180, the Kodak Zi8 is up against lots of competition from things like the Flip, the iPod nano, and even point and shoot cameras with HD video. However, the Kodak Zi8 has a great feature set for a quick point and shoot HD video camera - it is a gre...
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Browse through the many pocket camcorder reviews we've published and you learn that these camcorders are limited in significant ways--no image stabilization, no exposure or white balance controls, no optical zoom, no support for using external microp...
Despite the number of problems cited in this review, the Zi8 isn't a terrible pocket camcorder. It's just that in the areas where it differentiates itself from other cameras in this class - 1080p video, external audio input, and image stabilization -...
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Kodak Zi8 Product:Kodak Zi8Rating (Scale) 5 - Superior4 - Very Good3 - Good2 - Fair1 - PoorProsFive shooting modes; external microphone input; image stabilization; removable storage and battery.ConsLow framerate from 1080p video; noisy microphone input...
Five shooting modes; external microphone input; image stabilization; removable storage and battery.
Low framerate from 1080p video; noisy microphone input; image stabilization doesnt help much; terrible zoom.
Despite the number of problems cited in this review, the Zi8 isn’t a terrible pocket camcorder. It’s just that in the areas where it differentiates itself from other cameras in this class—1080p video, external audio input, and image stab...
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about.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:50
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Kodaks Zi8 is a high definition pocket camcorder that records 1920 x 1080p video at 30 frames per second (fps) in the H.264 format. The Zi8 competes with products such as Pure Digitals Flip UltraHD and Sonys Webbie HD. Kodaks pocket camcorder has a...
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wired.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:53
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It took a few college tries, but Kodaks line of pocket handicams now officially blow Pure Digitals wildy-popular Flip series out of the water. Inside and out, the Zi8 is brimming with upgrades (1080p) and little touches (a legit microphone jack!) tha...
Lighter, shorter, sleeker body than the previous models. Lithiumion battery (no more AAs) lasts more than an hour. HD enthusiasts will appreciate the difficulty of deciding between 720p (60fps) and 1080p (30fps). Audiophiles will love the mic jack. Showof...
Red recording light is a stealthkiller. Digizoom is a reskiller. No included SD card is a buzzkiller. Plastic body shows every smudge. Unexceptional 5MP stills...
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etechreviews.com Updated:
2011-08-17 15:27:57
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Kodak is always rocking with the innovative features and is having the widest range f having the supersonic instruments. The specialty of this device is that the Video Capturing resolution is mind blowing and marvellous with the 1080p HD resolu...
It’s the perfect piece that is expected from Kodak. The splendid quality and superb charm of the piece is one of the high quality features of the Camcorder. Seeing all the specification it is difficult to have the negative remarks for the Zi8. The v...
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When Kodak introduced the Zi6, its first-ever video camera late last year, we were impressed. In fact, it was our first Editors Choice in the nascent pocket video camera category. The Zi6 offered a number of features that the famous Flip Ultra didn...
Nice price. Records 1080p video. 5-megapixel still image capture. Face detection, electronic image stabilization, and macro mode. Expandable memory. External mic port. Ships with an HDMI cable.
Jerky zoom. Subpar still image quality. Mediocre built-in mic. Hyper-sensitive buttons. Can get very hot with extended use.
With 1080p video, 5-megapixel still image capture, and more features than weve seen in any other pocket video camera, the Zi8 follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, earning our Editors Choice...
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A direct followup to the excellent Zi6 HD pocket cam, the Zi8 adds a 1080p 30fps mode, a lithium ion battery, image stabilization, HDMI-out and a mic jack. It's restyled too, and less pudgy. The price: $180 The verdict: Kodak's first foray into po...
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toptenreviews.com Updated:
2011-10-26 11:33:53
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For years Kodak has been a leader in imaging technology. They have made exceptional cameras that have wowed individuals with their high quality photos. Now, their camcorders are no different. The Kodak Zi8 is a compact pocket camcorder that captures be...
The Kodak Zi8 captures full HD 1080p video...
Only a 4x digital zoom is included on this device.
If you want a device filled with memory and features, this is worth your consideration...
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