Super simple HD video, right in your pocket

The HMX-H104 full HD camcorder is compact and lightweight so it’s easy to capture every exciting moment. Then, watch them in amazing high definition resolution on your HDTV. You’ll discover breathtaking details and brilliant color. This camcorder also includes 10x optical zoom so you can get close to the action and optical image stabilizer for blur-free video.

Product Features

• 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
• See it all on a vibrant 2.4 in. 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
• 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
• 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
• Go green with included pre-charged AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and battery charger

Product Specs

Kodak Zi6’s Review

by gizmodo.com

09/29/2008

The Gadget: The Kodak Zi6, a cheap pocket camcorder that records 720p HD video, vying for title of best camcorder under $200.

The Verdict: When I got my first look at the Zi6, I had an inkling it could be the best cheap pocket camcorder yet, and I was right. I’ve been using it for a while both indoors and outdoors, and found the video quality to be stellar no matter the situation. To make things simple, here’s how the Zi6 would’ve fared if it had been out in time for my Ultimate Cheap Camcorder Battlemodo: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. The HD recording is also great for giving users a bigger size for recording.

Despite all the good stuff, there are a few shortcomings with the Zi6. Most importantly, when switching between infinite and macro focus, or from low-light to full-light, the camera takes a while to refocus. Quick panning was similarly out of focus, and looked jagged at times. While HD was good for size, the Zi6 isn’t recording at Blu-ray, or ever broadcast TV HD caliber. Truth is, the VGA should be sufficient for most videos. Finally, the USB connector popped open easily and often, a minor annoyance.

That said, the Zi6 may finally usher in the death of DV cams for most practical tasks. It takes clear video that can be imported to your PC immediately without fuss, and the AA battery slots ensure that you won’t be stuck without power should the included rechargeables run dry. The Zi6 is truly best in its class, though that class is still cheap pocket camcorders.