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Testseek.co.uk have collected 55 expert reviews of the Kodak Zi8 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Kodak Zi8.
Award: Most Awarded September 2009
September 2009
 
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55 Reviews
Users
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198 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • 1080p Full HD video
  • Mic input
  • Macro mode
  • Large 2.5" screen
  • HDMI cable included
  • Basic stabilisation
  • Decent low-light performance
  • Fixed focus lens
  • 1080p support
  • Easy to getting recording
  • HDMI socket
  • Amazingly cheap
  • Easy to use
  • Small and light
  • Included HDMI cable

The editors didn't like

  • Poor sensitivity
  • Narrow 61 mm lens
  • No headphone jack
  • Audio/video could improve
  • Need to buy an SD card
  • Controls fiddly
  • Image stablisation didn’t seem to work
  • Large
  • Internal mic is awful outside
  • Auto functions vary in their effectiveness
  • Few manual options
  • Poor built-in microphone
  • No optical zoom

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  Published: 2009-09-28, review by: gamertell.com

  • Abstract:  The Kodak Zi8 is a pocket camcorder capable of shooting 1080p video for under $200. Kodak Zi8 cameraRechargeable batteryUSB charger, charging cableHDMI cableComposite video cableArcSoft MediaImpression SoftwareThe Kodak Zi8 is a nice improvement on the...

 
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  Published: 2009-09-08, Author: Christopher , review by: techworld.com

  • 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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  Published: 2009-09-07, review by: macworld.com

  • 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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  Published: 2009-08-17, review by: about.com

  • Abstract:  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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  Published: 2009-08-17, review by: wired.com

  • 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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  Published: 2009-08-14, review by: etechreviews.com

  • 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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  Published: 2009-08-10, review by: pcmag.com

  • 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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  Published: 2009-08-03, review by: gizmodo.com

  • Abstract:  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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  Published: 2009-07-30, Author: David , review by: cnet.com

  • 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 stabilization...
  • Bundled software isnt Mac compatible but necessary for smooth playback of 1080p video; price doesnt include an optional memory card.
  • With the Zi8, Kodak finally surpasses Flip Videos video quality and feature set.

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  Published: 2009-12-07, review by: theglobeandmail.com

  • Abstract:  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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