Kodak Intro Zi6 720p HD Pocket Video Camera with YouTube Instant Uploading Feature

Following on from our post concerning Kodak's new EasyShare Z1015 IS
Kodak have also taken the wraps off their new compact Zi6 Pocket Video
Camera which offers 16:9 aspect ratio 720p HD video capture capabilities
at 60fps, direct recording to SD/SDHC memory cards and, naturally, comes
will full support for instant uploading to video sharing sites such as
YouTube - which places Kodak's Zi6 squarely in competition with the
likes of Pure Digital's Flip (and their new Flip Mino), Creative's Vado,
DXG's New DXG-567V and RCA's new Small Wonder camcorders (to name but a
few).'Today's connected consumers increasingly turn to video to express
themselves and connect with others. The KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera
satisfies their thirst for an HD video camera that is simple to use and
can go anywhere life takes them,' said John Blake, General Manager
Digital Capture and Devices, Vice President, Eastman Kodak Company, who
introduced Kodak's take on the YouTube friendly, budget camcorder. 'With
the launch of the Zi6 Pocket Video Camera, consumers now have a
high-quality solution from the trusted brand in digital imaging.'

Kodak Zi6 720p HD Pocket Video Camera Key Features:

Capture video in HD quality on this fun and super simple pocket video
camera (720p at 60 fps with 16:9 aspect ratio).
Upload your videos to YouTube quickly and easily using the built-in USB
and software.
Record hours of video with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can
hold up to 32 GB.
Experience your videos on HDTV in stunning HD quality with included cables.
Edit videos, add pictures and music, and share your creation anywhere
with the included video software CD.
Go green with included pre-charged AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and
battery charger.
Watch videos on the vibrant 2.4' LCD screen.
Catch the highlights with slow motion playback right in the palm of your
hand.

According to Kodak's press release, their new YouTube friendly Zi6
Pocket Video Camera will be released in September and will set you back
just shy of $180 (which places the Zi6 at exactly the same price point
as Pure Video's new Flip Mino).
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