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The Zi6 is Kodak's venture into the ultra-compact, budget HD video camera world. It is able to record high-definition video (720p at 60 frames per second with 16:9 aspect ratio) and hosts a 2.4-inch viewfinder along with the option to watch footage through an HDTV with included connector cables. The Zi6 features built-in USB and software for uploading footage to the internet and comes with file editing and sharing software. The camcorder is also equipped with an expandable SD/SDHC card slot (up to 32GB) and includes rechargeable batteries and a charger.
MSRP $179.99
Release date September, 2008
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Features
- Video resolution: 720p at 60fps
- Records in h.264
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- Built-in USB for uploading files
- Expandable memory through SD/SDHC card slot (max 32GB)
- 2.4-inch LCD screen
- Slow motion playback
- File editing and sharing software
- Rechargeable batteries and charger
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Kodak Zi6
• Kodak Zi6 HD Pocket Video Camera
• Zi6 Camcorder
UPC: 041771152536
EAN: 041771152536
MPN: Zi6
Competitors
MSRP $179.99
Released June, 2008
Pros
- Compact design
- Very lightweight
- Improved battery life
Cons
- Doesn't record HD
- Not much video quality improvement over standard digital camera videos
- More expensive than the Ultra
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Flip Video Mino
MSRP $99.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Lightweight
- Easy to transfer to your computer
Cons
- No extended memory option
- No Mac software
- No optical zoom
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Creative Vado VF0570
MSRP $149.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- No software to install - built-in software is loaded in memory on the camera itself
- Easy to transfer videos to your PC and share on YouTube and email
- Built-in USB arm, so you don't need other cables
Cons
- No cap or cover to protect the lens when not in use.
- No way to upgrade memory capacity
- Video quality is decent but not great
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Flip Video Ultra
MSRP $500.00
Released April, 2007
Pros
- Records 720p HD content
- Small, lightweight design (3.5 x 2.4 x 1.1 in, 0.58 lbs)
- Takes 7.1 megapixel still photos
Cons
- Awkward design; tough to hold
- Noisy at high ISO levels
- Mediocre image quality
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Canon PowerShot TX1
MSRP $299.00
Released May, 2007
Pros
- Inexpensive HD camcorder
- Very compact
- HD recording - 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps
Cons
- No built-in memory
- Doesn't include built-in memory or an SD card
- fits palm poorly
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Aiptek GO-HD
MSRP $129.00
Released August, 2007
Pros
- Hundreds of dollars less than competition
- Strong flash
- Video capture is actually pretty decent
Cons
- No optical zoom
- Annoying placement of record button
- Records at 30 fps
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Aiptek A-HD 720p
MSRP $181.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- good price
- easy to use
- records video in full 1080p
Cons
- so light in weight it is difficult to get a steady recording.
- no optical zoom
- could not playback full HD on my Sony bravia TV.
Kodak Zi6
vs.
Toshiba Camileo S10
MSRP $100.00
Released September, 2004
Kodak Zi6
vs.
RCA Small Wonder EZ201
MSRP $179.00
Released April, 2008
Cons
- Poor video quality
- Poor contrast
Kodak Zi6
vs.
DXG Technology DXG-567V
Reviews
July 2, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very well priced
- Takes SDHC cards (cheap, and high capacity)
- Uses AA batteries - can be replaced on-the-go, rechargeable
- Tripod mount
- Takes still photos
- HD component output to TV set
- records in 720p high definition
- quality build - doesn't feel cheap
- Pocket size
Cons
- Very poor low light capabilities
- No wind noise cancellation
- No image stabilizer
- Low battery life
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March 3, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very well priced
- Takes SDHC cards (cheap, and high capacity)
- Uses AA batteries - can be replaced on-the-go, rechargeable
- Tripod mount
- Takes still photos
- HD component output to TV set
- Built-in macro lens
Cons
- No microphone input
- Would prefer wider angle lens
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October 3, 2008
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very well priced
- Takes SDHC cards (cheap, and high capacity)
- Uses AA batteries - can be replaced on-the-go, rechargeable
Cons
- Very poor low light capabilities
- No wind noise cancellation
- No microphone input
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July 2, 2009
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Pros
- Very well priced
- Takes SDHC cards (cheap, and high capacity)
- Uses AA batteries - can be replaced on-the-go, rechargeable
- records in 720p high definition
- quality build - doesn't feel cheap
Cons
- Very poor low light capabilities
- No image stabilizer
- Low battery life
- poor still image capturing
- effectively zero internal storage
- large size compared to competitors
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