Comments on: Kodak Zi8 The PERFECT Pocket Video Camera

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:46:44 +0000

Hank, no I didn’t get the remote. I usually just pull the video in for editing after shooting so I’m good to go with hitting record and then getting to the right spot.

Glad it’s working out for you though!

By: Hank Davis

Hank Davis — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:07:56 +0000

Hi Cliff. I just ordered the compatible remote control from Kodak Zi8. Did you happen to get it? We had the camera on sale a few weeks ago for 149.99. The remote will make it so much better.

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:02:03 +0000

Tony,

When I do video work that will include my wife and I, I will be using an audio mixer and two wired lapel mics.

You can see how I used the wired lapel in my Studio Tour Video. Here’s the link to it:
http://podcastanswerman.com/134-podcast-answer-man-video-studio-tour/

Now, my setup would not be ideal for outdoor use. Though, there are wireless options that would work with battery power.

If you are interested in a free 30 minute audio equipment consult, feel free to schedule a meeting with me at
http://PodcastAnswerMan.com/schedule

Let me know if I can be of further help.

Cliff

By: Tony

Tony — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:43:25 +0000

Cliff – I bought this video camera after reading and watching your review of it. I dig the size and the great picture quality, but am wondering how I can get better sound quality. My wife and I are using it for our business and both of us are speaking at the same time. Is there are lapel mic that would help with this? Or is there something else that you can recommend? We live in San Diego and hope to use the outdoors as much as possible, but want to have good sound at the same time.

Thanks

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:35:07 +0000

Bob,

Yes, I was running the audio through the mixer. I was not monitoring levels and I had just pulled the camera out of the box. Overal, I think it turned out nicely.

Cliff

By: Bob

Bob — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:12:50 +0000

Cliff, are you running the audio through your mixer?

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:55:41 +0000

Mark, thanks for the corrected information. I hadn’t taken the time to read the manual before recording. I guess I over estimated judging about the amount of time I could record based upon the 8 gig card I had in the camera.

I’ve never been that good a math.

Thanks for commenting on the blog!

Cliff

By: mark

mark — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:16:59 +0000

cliff, i love my zi8 as much as you do, but there’s currently no way to put “20 to 30 hours of HD video on one card”. according to kodak it’s up to ten hrs with a 32gb card.

By: Steven Brindle

Steven Brindle — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:26:49 +0000

Hello Cliff
You need to update your Podcast Answer Man Avatar to match the new thinner you. Great feedback on the camera. It’s amazing the quality sound and video for such a great price. Now I just need to convince my wife.

By: Lee Andrew

Lee Andrew — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:26:38 +0000

Wow Cliff, thank you for sharing this with us. Not only is this the kind of camera my brother-in-law and I have both been looking for, but the camera itself has ALL the features I wanted too plus its a small device.

Awesome!

Also love your test video and the quality is amazing for that camera and lens.

By: Winnie

Winnie — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 07:10:06 +0000

The first thing I noticed: you look great Cliff! I hadn’t realised how much you lost (those crazy American standards) until now.

By: Stephen

Stephen — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:00:40 +0000

I purchased the same camera last week. I will be using it to record some YouTube like videos for a customer’s website. I also ordered a inexpensive lav mic, http://tinyurl.com/yhrmoqr . Do you have any recommendations for lav mics?

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:38:46 +0000

Joe,

Thanks so much man!

Here’s the link to where I got my mic flag

http://www.impactpbs.com/Radio.html

By: Joe Lamp'l

Joe Lamp'l — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:34:09 +0000

BTW, where did you get your mike flag? Love that and also want to get one.

By: Joe Lamp'l

Joe Lamp'l — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:33:10 +0000

Looks and sounds really great. My only question is; who is the skinny guy on camera there impersonating Cliff??? Man, I’ve been listening to your weight loss campaign but haven’t see much until now. Wow!!! What a difference! Congratulations Ciiff. You look great! Keep up the good work.

By: Cliff Ravenscraft

Cliff Ravenscraft — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:26:58 +0000

Jeff,

Thanks for the comment on the site.

Thanks also for the encouraging feedback. I feel great. I’ve lost 49 pounds since May 1st of this year. Yeah, you should totally check out http://PursuingABalancedLife.com

Cliff

By: Jeff

Jeff — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:14:49 +0000

Cliff, I don’t follow your PABL stuff, but now I think I should! I haven’t seen you in a while and let me just say, YOU LOOK GREAT! Especially in HD Now all you need is an updated Avatar and you’re all set. Thanks for the review and the demo. I think I’m sold as well.