Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD Camcorder (Pink)

by Kodak

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 0.9 x 2.5 inches ; 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001FWC2YE
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1232487
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,325 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 1, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Become an instant celebrity or paparazzi with the Kodak Zi6 pocket video camera. Just hit record to capture the action, adventure and all the juicy details in stunning HD quality video. Make your cinematic debut on any HDTV. Or just pop the USB in the nearest PC and you're ready to share the fun on YouTube. Edit, add music and personalize your flick and then easily share with your adoring fans. There/s no such thing as "you should've been there" with the Zi6. Catch life as it happens.

Kodak Zi6 Highlights

Catch life as it happens

• Capture HD quality video (720p at 60 fps with 16:9 aspect ratio)
• Record hours of video with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB

You're the director

• See it all on a vibrant 2.4-inch LCD screen
• Catch the highlights with slow motion playback right in the palm of your hand
• Choose the video quality that works for you: HD at 60 fps, HD at 30 fps, or VGA (Video Graphics Array)

Be creative with great video software

• Edit and trim videos
• Add pictures and music to your videos to make cool mash-ups
• Grab still images from video frames to get that perfect shot
• Email your creations or upload to YouTube right from the software

Who needs Hollywood?

• Upload your videos to YouTube quickly and easily using the built-in USB and software
• Experience your videos on an HDTV in stunning HD quality with included cables

Show off your unique style with cool accessories

• Great cases help keep your Zi6 close so you never miss the moment
• Use a tripod to keep your video steady or star in your own show
• Mount your Zi6 on your bike handles or helmet and catch a new perspective

Save the planet -- one battery at a time
Go green with included pre-charged AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and battery charger.

What's in the box

• KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera
• (2) AA pre-charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
• Battery charger
• HD and AV cables
• Wrist strap
• Camera pouch
• User Guide
• ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION Software for Kodak (PC only)

Product Description

Become an instant celebrity or paparazzo with the Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera. Just hit record to capture the action, adventure and all the juicy details in stunning HD quality video. Make your cinematic debut on any HDTV. Or just pop the USB in the nearest PC and you are ready to share the fun on YouTube. Edit, add music and personalize your flick and easily share with your adoring fans. There is no such thing as "you should've been there" with the Zi6 pocket video camera. Catch life as it happens.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesomely Pleased, January 30, 2009

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MaryJo H. Botts (Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD Camcorder (Pink) (Electronics)

Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD Camcorder (Pink)
I really did not expect the high quality for inside usage this cute little pink camcorder is getting. The competion rated it so poorly they half way spooked me. But the color, price and the fact that I could install an additional memory card was a no brainer. It is a perfect little camcorder (with still pix capabilities) to carry with you always. It fits into a pocket or the smallest purse. A great gift for the high school graduate in June.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Small, Easy to Use and Great Video Quality, January 17, 2009

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Jennifer Bureau (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD Camcorder (Pink) (Electronics)

There's a heck of a lot of technical reviews out there and this won't be yet another. This is from the perspective of a mom who loves to capture clips of her child at any moment.

First... the size of the Kodak Zi6 makes it fit perfectly into a purse or a baggy pocket, making it a breeze to just pull out and start shooting immediately.

Second... the quality of the video is awesome compared to the really very good true "video" camera I was using.

Third... It's so easy to use. You turn it on and you hit record! What more could you want?

Fourth... It's so cute! What girl wouldn't love a little pink Zi6?

Fifth... Price. You can't beat it. Sure the similar camera made by Creative produces an even better picture but it's also about $100 more than the Zi6. If you're wanting to spend around $150... this is the HD handheld camera to get.

The only reason I didn't give this camera 5 stars is because there is little to no image stabilization. So, if you tend to have a shaky hand, you will probably notice a good bit of shake in your resulting video. But, that said, every video camera I've used that did have image stabilization also sacrificed a bit of quality to provide it. I'd take quality over losing the little bits of shake I see any day.

Everyone says the camera does poor in low lighting but from my experiences so far, it's giving a true picture. If you're in a room with low light, guess what? The video will have low lighting. Seems common sense. Still, it doesn't get grainy which is something I have experienced on so many occasions with an "old fashioned" video camera in such a situation.

All in all... best gift I've received in a long long time. I love this little thing.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great pocket camcorder, September 12, 2009

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BaRGaiN-HuNTeR - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kodak Zi6 Pocket HD Camcorder (Pink) (Electronics)

I will start by saying that I was in the market for a pocket HD camcorder, not a full-size HD camcorder. Moreover, I kept in mind that I wanted something relatively inexpensive (I didn't want buy something so expensive that I would be too afraid to use it).

That being said, the Kodak Zi6 has been a great purchase so far. I initially set a budget for myself of around $180, and ended up getting this camera for around $106 on Amazon ... a great deal. I have since used this camcorder at a baseball game, a wedding, and more. Video taken in well-lit areas is fantastic. Video in darker areas is, well, to be expected, but, that goes with any camera or camcorder. The portability of this is nice ... fits right in my pocket. The weight is pretty late ... the 2 AA batteries weigh more than the camcorder itself ... or so it seems.

I love the option to expand with an SD card. For now, I've been using a 2 GB card, which would enable me to take roughly a half hour of HD (30fps) video). I recently purchased a 16 GB SDHC card (also from Amazon) so I look forward to using that. The camcorder can take up to a 32 GB card.

One thing I will mention is why I chose this product over competitors (i.e., Creative HD Vado and Flip HD camcorder). I believe the sound is superior in this unit. If you go on YouTube and search videos from each of these camcorder models, I think you will notice that the sound is a little better with the Zi6 than the other units. And, at the end of the day, what good is a video if you can't hear the people talking?

Product is very user-friendly (if my sister can use it without any problems, anyone can!). Worth the money!