Compact HD camcorders allow users to record high definition video in resolutions up to 1080p. Their compact design make them perfect for users on the go and the internal memory on these devices allows users to record hours of home video footage. Deciphering which compact HD camcorder is for you, however, can be a difficult process.
Flip Ultra HD
The Flip Ultra HD camcorder comes in two different models. The higher-end model has 8GB of memory and can record up to two hours of HD video at a time. It measures in at 4.16 inches-by-2.11 inches-by-0.88 inch. It also features a digital zoom, runs on a Flip Video lithium-ion battery pack and captures images at 60 fps at 720p resolution. The other model has 4GB of storage space and can record up to one hour of HD video at a time. It measures in slightly larger at 4.25 inches-by-2.19 inches-by-1.17 inches. That recorder also features a digital zoom, runs on two AA batteries and captures images at 30 fps at 720p resolution.
Kodak Zi8
The Kodak Zi8 captures images at 30 fps at 1080p resolution. It features 128MB of internal memory but also has an SD/SDHC expansion slot that supports SD memory cards up to 32GB in size. The device measures in at 2.4 inches-by-4.5 inches-by-0.9 inch. It features HDMI and AV output, a 2.5 inch display and runs on a KODAK Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery.
Kodak Playsport
The Kodak Playsport is a waterproof digital camera that can record image at 30fps and 1080p resolution under up to 10 feet of water. The device comes with 128MB of internal memory but it also has a SD/SDHC slot that supports memory cards up to 32GB in size. It can output video via AV or HDMI connections, features a 4x digital zoom, measures in at 2.3 inches-by-4.4 inches-by-0.8 inch and runs on a KODAK Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery.
Flip MinoHD
The Flip MinoHD camcorder comes in two different models: 4GB and 8GB. The 4GB model can record one hour of video at a time at 60 fps and at 720p resolution. The 8GB model can record up to two hours of video at a time at 60 fps and at 720p resolution. Both models measure in at 3.94 inches-by-1.97 inches-by-0.63 inch and run on an internal lithium-ion battery.
Sony Bloggie
The Sony Bloggie features a 3 inch touch screen LCD display and 8GB of built in flash memory. The device can record up to four hours of footage at 1080p resolution. It measures in at 2.12 inches-by-4.25 inches-by-0.62 inch. It features HDMI video output and a 4x digital zoom and runs on an internal lithium-ion battery.
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