Compare Prices : Kodak Zi6 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Solid 720p video ; comparatively large LCD ; memory-card expansion slot ; AA rechargeable batteries included along with protective carrying case and video output cables

Cons: Insufficient onboard memory and price doesn't include an optional memory card ; can't recharge batteries via USB connector ; included software isn't Mac compatible

Verdict: While bigger than most of its competitors and high priced for a mini camcorder, the Kodak Zi6's attractive design and decent video quality adequately compensate for some usability drawbacks.

Review summary: Kodak announces its entry into the pocket digital video camera market with the Zi6 Pocket Video Camera. This new video camera makes it simple to shoot and share high-quality videos, thanks to 720p HD video capture, a large 2.4-inch LCD screen, and ...

Review summary: Flip Video. Creative Vado. Flip Mino. There are a lot of these pocket camcorders bandying around these days, but the one advantage that the new Kodak Zi6 will have over them is its ability to record high-definition video...

Verdict: . Flip Video. Creative Vado. Flip Mino. There are a lot of these pocket camcorders bandying around these days, but the one advantage that the new Kodak Zi6 will have over them is its ability to record high-definition video

Review summary: Become an instant celebrity or paparazzo! This sleek pocketable design is built for easy video-there is no lens cap, no dials to turn, or settings to set. Just turn it on and...

Review summary: Kodak's Zi6 is a strong competitor to Flip's video recording devices

Pros: Good video and audio quality; Mini-charger for batteries; Macro mode

Cons: Tiny internal memory; No supplied memory card; Can pick up audio background noise

Verdict: The Zi6 has only 128MB of internal memory, but you can expand this with an SD or SDHC card. There isn't one in the box, but they're phenomenally cheap these days, so this shouldn't pose too much of a problem