Kodak announced a new Zi8 Pocket Video Camera that can
capture video in 1080p HD. The Zi8's predecessors, the Kodak Zi6 and the
weather-resistant
Kodak Zx1, maxed out at 720p. In addition to recording
1080p video, the Zi8 can capture 5 megapixel still images with a 16:9 aspect
ratio.
This slim pocket video camera is designed to help users
capture life’s important memories at the touch of a button—the camera doesn’t
have a lens cap, dials to turn, or settings to adjust that will hinder the
ability to quickly capture video.
KODAK Zi8 Pocket Video Camera Specifications:-
Full HD 1080p video capture wherever you go;
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Built-in electronic image stabilization for sharper videos
and reduced blurring;
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Vivid 2.5” color LCD;
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Flexible swing-out USB arm for fast uploading, sharing, and
charging;
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5 MP 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures;
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Easy upload to Facebook and YouTube;
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Compatible with PC and Mac operating systems;
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Record up to 10 hours of HD video* with the expandable
SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB;
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Capture family and friends in their best light with smart
face tracking technology;
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See more details and accurate colors in low light;
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External microphone jack;
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In-box HDMI cable;
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Record from a distance or playback on your TV conveniently
with optional KODAK Pocket Video remote control;
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Grab attention and define your style with the ultra compact
design, stunning looks, and a range of colors.
At $180, the Zi8’s price tag is in line with earlier models.
Look for this camcorder to be available in September.
Jennifer Johnson
Jennifer grew up around technology. From an early age, she was curious about all things related to computers. As a child, Jennifer remembers spending nights with her dad programming in BASIC and taking apart hard drives to see what was inside. In high school, she wrote her senior term paper on her experiences with building custom computers.
Jennifer graduated from the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. After college, she began writing full-time for various PC and technology magazines. Later, she transitioned to the Web. In these roles, Jennifer has covered a variety of topics including laptops, desktops, smartphones, cameras, tablets, and various consumer electronics devices. When she's not playing with or writing about the latest gadget, Jennifer loves to spend time with her family, capture memories with her camera, and scrapbook.
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