Overall, we like the Zx1, think it represents a decent value at less than $150, and is definitely a better deal than the Zi6. While Kodak hasn't really done anything to improve the video quality, we think the Zx1's design--aside from the USB situation--marks a nice step forward for the...
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Kodak's Zx1 is a good performer at a reasonable price ($149), and uses inexpensive SD media to store its video or 5MP still photographs (which this device can capture in addition to video). It comes with only nominal internal storage capabilities, so you will have to purchase the SD card...
Read the full review →Overall we like the Kodak Zx1. The extra size means it isn't quite as slick as others on the market, but we really like the flexibility on offer here. We did several hours of filming without batteries being a problem, but battery life ceases to be an issue because you can always grab some extra...
Read the full review →The Kodak Zx1 ($149.95 MSRP) represents another addition to the growing market of ultra-compact budget camcorders that record HD video. While the current market is dominated by Pure Digital's Flip line of camcorders, we put the Kodak Zx1 through the ringer in our testing labs to see how it...
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A few things I like about this camcorder are: - 60p recording - weather-proof design, nice rubbery feel - uses regular AA batteries (with AA rechargeables and charger included) - SD card slot (32GB support with firmware update on Kodak's site) - DC-in port - hdmi port (with hdmi...
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Kodak has done an admirable job with the Zx1; it's a (now) very affordable pocket camcorder with good quality video and removable storage. Daylight images have great detail for such a small camera. Videos taken in lower light conditions are a little grainy and laggy, but much better that I...
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