There was a time when one had to think long and hard about lugging bulky, expensive video equipment to a special event or on vacation. Even as video cameras became smaller and less expensive, they still weren't as convenient to take along in your pocket or purse. And if there was a chance of wet weather, forget about it. It's one thing to snap a quick photo, but who wants to risk getting a video camera wet? With Kodak's Zx1 Pocket Video Camera, a little rain or cold doesn't have to keep you from recording on video every special moment in your life.
The Kodak Zx1 Pocket Video Camera is resistant to rain or snow, so if you splurged for a discount vacation to someplace tropical during the rainy season, never fear, you can still remember every soggy adventure. It might be just the right size to comfortably fit in your pocket, but it records up to ten hours of video in HD at 720p up to 60 fps with a 16:9 aspect ratio and has an expandable SD/SDHC card slot to hold up to 32 GB of video. The feature that makes the Zx1 resistant to weather conditions – rubberized doors – also keeps out small particles such as dirt and sand. Its stainless steel panel is not only attractive, but it gives this video camera durability with a certified protection rating of IP43. This means that particles of less than 1 mm and water spray from an angle of up to 60 degrees from vertical – like falling rain or snow – can't get into the camera's internal body.
Just because the Kodak Zx1 is small doesn't mean that it isn't a serious video camera. It can shoot high-quality HD video in very bright or very low light without sacrificing any detail, and the low-distortion microphone is able to catch clear, crisp sound. With the Kodak Zx1, playback and editing are a breeze, and there is even an optional remote control accessory that makes recording yourself a fun way to pass the time. Attach your camera to a tripod, and you are ready for your close-up. Speaking of accessories, another cool extra lets you mount the camera to your bike handles or helmet for a truly action-packed video. The Kodak Zx1 comes with all this as well as editing software for your PC, quick and easy sharing of video with friends and family, and the ability to make still images from individual frames of video.
The Kodak Zx1 Pocket Video Camera is available in blue, pink, yellow, red or black for $149.95 from Kodak.com. It comes with 2-AA pre-charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, battery charger, Cables (HDMI, AV and USB), wrist strap, camera pouch, designer cover, user guide, ARCSOFT MEDIA IMPRESSION on-camera software and Software for Kodak (PC only).
