Kodak Zi6
Last updated: Review by TrustedReviews (28 November’08)
Kodak Zi6 is a pocket video camera with capabilities of shooting HD videos (720p at 60 fps). This sleek pocketable design is built for easy video—there is no lens cap, no dials to turn, or settings to set. Just turn it on and hit record to capture the action, adventure, and all the juicy details in stunning HD! Record hours of video with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB, See it all on a vibrant 2.4 in. LCD screen. You can also upload your videos to YouTube™ quickly and easily using the built-in USB and software.
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Kodak Zi6 Reviews
TrustedReviews reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“For simple capturing of family moments, however, the Zi6 does a competent job. So if you’re not just shooting for YouTube, the extra resolution swings things in its favour over the competition, although video hobbyists need not apply. ”
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Vnunet reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“Pros: compact but solid design, good video quality, easy to use. Cons: limited internal memory, requires purchase of additional SD memory card. Overall: with HD video quality and attractive 2.4in display, the Zi6 is one of the best of the current crop of ‘pocket’ camcorders”
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CNET reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“The bottom line: While bigger than most of its competitors and high priced for a mini camcorder, the Kodak Zi6’s attractive design and decent video quality adequately compensate for some usability drawbacks.
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CamcorderInfo reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“Overall, the once or twice a year shooter who just wants a camcorder in their pocket on vacation will probably find the Zi6 a fine choice. It’s also not a bad option for high school or younger filmmakers who can’t afford (or be trusted) with a $1000 device. The Flip is still the simplest and smoothest to operate, but it’s certainly not the only kid on the block anymore.”
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ITReviews reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“Kodak’s Zi6 is hardly awe-inspiring but it’s a decent pocket solution that’s very easy to use, so would suit beginners and those who don’t place high demands on image quality. It would benefit from a tripod for snapping photos but is capable of producing decent results..”
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PCMag reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“Kodak’s first dedicated video camera carves out its niche in the YouTube camcorder space, offering HD capabilities. Whether that’s a plus or a minus comes down to how much you value video quality in an inexpensive video camera. ”
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LaptopMag reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“Starting out with the batteries three-quarters full, we lost a bar of battery life after just a few minutes of shooting HD video at 30 fps and 60 fps. After we turned the camera off and back on, the icon showed better battery life. In any case, that HD video at 60 fps eats up more battery life is good to know when you want to make every minute count.”
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TrustedReviews reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“The Zi6 does a competent job. So if you’re not just shooting for YouTube, the extra resolution swings things in its favour over the competition, although video hobbyists need not apply. ”
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Stuff.tv reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“The Kodak Zi6 won’t win any beauty contests, having seemingly sprung from the design labs of early nineties phones. But its large screen, ease of use and decent video output is a significant improvement on the Flip and Vado’s efforts.
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Gizmodo reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“As you can see, this is a pretty badass pocket cam. The macro feature, a first on cheap camcorders like this, is a welcome way to film text and gadget screens up close. The camera’s thick size actually makes it feel like a real piece of hardware and not something that could get lost in your bag.”
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MacWorld reviews the Kodak Zi6 and writes;
“the Zi6’s output looks nice—with its 1,280 by 720 resolution, it fills up my widescreen TV nicely. And by proper shooting conditions, I mean that movies should be shot in reasonable light and the camera held with a steady hand. The Zi6’s low-light shooting is unimpressive, but no worse than the Flip Mino’s.
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Kodak Zi6 User Manual
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Kodak Zi6 Specifications
Image Sensor – 1/4.5-type, 1.6 MP, CMOS
Lens – 4.1 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus
Zoom – 2X digital
LCD – 2.4 in.
Image Storage – 128 MB internal memory (approximately 30 MB available for image storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes); optional SD/SDHC Card (The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.)
Focusing System – Fixed
Focus Mode – Normal, Close-up
Focus Range – Normal: 70 cm (27.6 in.)–infinity; Close-up: 5 cm (2 in.)
White Balance – Auto
File Format – Video: H.264 (MOV), AAC LC; Still: JPEG
HD output – 720p @ 60 FPS; 720p @ 30 FPS
Still Picture Recording Pixels – 3 MP (interpolated)
Microphone – Mono
Speaker – Yes
I/O Interface – USB 2.0 (high speed); component output; AV output
Tripod Mount – 1/4-in. standard
Power – (2) AA batteries (Ni-MH recommended)
Size – 64 x 114 x 23.5 mm (2.5 x 4.5 x 0.9 in.)
Weight – 107 g (3.8 oz) without batteries
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