Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (Aqua) by Eastman Kodak Company
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Digital camera reviews of Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera (Aqua)
Digital camera Review: Must be fixing the product
Summary: 3 Stars
I ordered the Zi8 in mid/late August from Amazon with an estimated delivery date if 9/15. 9/15 came and went and now they are saying 9/30. Since I pre-ordered this product, it is not because they suddenly sold out of it. I suspect Kodak had so many returns of the first release that they have held back shipment of this product to address the issues others have discussed in their reviews. If it is delayed again, it may mean they are not able to solve these problems. So, I can't provide a review based on usage, but it seems like this product was released prematurely and is now intentionally off of store shelves as determined by Kodak.
A three star review is just a placeholder for now.
Digital camera Review: Not bad, but could use improvements....
Summary: 3 Stars
Owned this for a week but ultimately sent it back to Amazon for a refund. A lot has already been said about this product so I won't bore you with same details. Here's my specific thoughts:
Good:
Larger display than competitors;
Like the controls and button layout;
Easy software interface;
External microphone jack (big plus);
Video quality was good in outside, bright light.
Bad:
Did not perform well for me in low light, very grainy images;
Audio had a "tape hiss" sound to it even when using a high quality, external mic;
SD card was cumbersome to eject because of attached rubber cover.
Don't get me wrong, this is a decent camera and very comparable to the Flip product, even better if you need an external microphone. However, I shoot often in low light or indoor light and just didn't work for me.
Digital camera Review: Now I will actually have my youngest son on video!
Summary: 5 Stars
Great product. Very nice quality for the price. Having 3 kids, the youngest has far less "footage" than his brothers. Kodak zi8 is essentially size of my phone, so I keep in my purse/briefcase and take bits of video of my son here & there (in addition to taking brief videos of houses to aid in the recall of details of properties). Would have missed quite a few little moments, as I never would have gotten out the "real" camcorder. Very easy to use & would definitely recommend it. Nothing but good things to say; have been happy since the first time I hit the record button! One less thing for my kids to complain about as adults - each of them will have been given video time!Digital camera Review: On the verge of returning. Can't purchase the remote anywhere
Summary: 3 Stars
The quality of outdoor video/photo is pretty good, indoor is (as to be expected) rather poor. My biggest critique is that the remote control functionality (something I intended to use a fair amount) is effectively useless because I am unable to purchase a remote control for the device. Kodak doesn't have them and doesn't know if they'll continue the item... many places list the item but it is out of stock and has been for at least 2 weeks. Advertising functions that are then not supported is bad marketing. One chooses a camera based on quality and functions that might set it apart from its competitors. One expects that those listed functions will then be made available!!Digital camera Review: Overall a Good Choice
Summary: 4 Stars
Opted for this instead of the Flip and glad I did. Lots of features especially image stabilization even though it is not as great as on higher end units. Very easy to use and love how simple it is to download videos. If you are considering a Flip, you might want to get this one instead.